I have eaten at BITES several times, and left thinking it was good, but not too much better. But my husband and I went there a few days ago with some friends (who dine there often) and their family. There were eight of us. And during this visit, I was blown away by the excellent food and the service. We arrived at 5:00pm to take advantage of BITE's Happy Hour where cocktails are $11 and there is a discount on some of their best appetizers. We were greeted with a smile by an enthusiastic server who was very attentive, efficient, and friendly. Everyone at our table ordered a cocktail or wine. BITE's delicious cocktails are beautifully decorated with orchid flowers and festive umbrellas. We ordered spicy crab rangoon and wings for the table. Both were exceptionally delicious, and the wings were really good with a crispy breading with a spicy/sweet glaze. Our lovely server surprised our table with an order of their wonderfully crispy taro fries. All of the food was excellent and the portions are large. Everyone at the table ordered something different, and enjoyed what they ordered. I ordered the coconut shrimp. It comes with five huge pieces--each almost 8-inches long and delicious. The meat in BBQ pork bao that I ordered was a bit dry and chewy, but that was the only negative. By the time we were ready to leave two hours later, the restaurant was packed, because it's good! If you're looking for delicious, plentiful beautifully-presented Asian food in Lakeview, this is the place to go! read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - BITES's My Tai cocktail is beautiful and delicious! - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Food was good but the flavor profile was everywhere. Japanese, Thai, Chinese, Spanish, all a bit Americanized. Guess that's to be expected for an Asian fusion restaurant. Tofu satay bit too sweet, yakisoba bit too salty, paella bit bland. Sushi was really good though. Loved the lava roll. Also first sake bomb! Definitely trying some more sushi next time! read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Yakisoba, Seafood Paella Fried Rice (GF), Seaweed Salad (V)(GF), Tofu Satay (V)(GF), Unagi-Q, Lava Maki - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Jeep was our waitress and made sure to give good service. The coconut shrimp are huge and delicious. I will recommend the Osaka old-fashioned. Mongolian beef entrée with shareable and delicious. Looking forward to coming back on happy hour for their deals. read more

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Delicious. Good Service. Good Drinks. I can see why this place is popular! Believe the reviews. Bourbon Chicken, Fries, Rice, Sweet potato maki. All were fantastic! We went here twice in 5 days! read more

I saw this restaurant on Diners Drive-ins & Dives so I thought I would give it a try on my next trip to Chicago. We flew in today, checked in at the hotel and called an Uber to go and check it out. It was mid afternoon so we missed the lunch crowd. The restaurant was very clean. We were imediately greeted by the hostess/waitress and seated at a great spot by the front windows. Based on what we saw on the TV program, we had planned on ordering what we had seen. After looking at the menu, we quickly changed our minds. The menu had such a wide variety of options, it was hard to figure out what we really wanted. Everything looked so delicious. We finally settled on the Panang Salmon and the Hawaiian Fried Rice. We sure were glad that we chose those. The flavors in the sauce on the Salmon were amazing. We pretty much scrapped the platter clean. If we could put it in a glass, we would have been drinking it. The combination of the shrimp, bacon, chicken and the pineapple in the fried rice were also amazing. We would have added dessert but we were just too full. Service was a little slow but the food was worth the wait. Definitely on our list for a return on our next visit to the Windy City. read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Panang Salmon and Hawaiian Fried Rice - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Doordash delivery. Food took about an hour. Ordered mainly appetizers. The wings and all dumplings were enjoyed and the first to be wiped clean. There's a honey bourbon chicken entree that just fell flat. Entrees like these have to be enjoyed within a short time frame from cooking, if you ask me. After cooling, it won't heat up the same. Chicken pieces were overcooked and not enticing. I'm not sure I would order a delivery order again, however I may check them out in person down-the-line. read more

The food here is decent. It's not the best food in the world but it's also not bad. What I don't appreciate is the price for how much quantity you get. For example the fried rice cost either $22 or $23. If they're going to charge that much money and give that little quantity, then I would've expected the food to taste better. I think that the maki rolls are pretty reasonably priced though they're only about eight dollars. I did not like the taro fries at all I wish that they were more like actual fries and not hard. The service isn't bad. The food comes up pretty quickly and the one thing I do like about the restaurant is the ambience. I think it's decorated pretty nicely. I was debating between giving this restaurant three stars or four stars. I think that the only reason I would go to it again is because it's on the inKind app, which makes prices more reasonable. read more

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Loved the food, fair price large portions. Good service and amazing vibes. Got free sorbet for friends birthday!! read more

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Ambiance: A very chill vibe with a lot of tropical plants and a mixed ambiance feel. I loved the vibe and the low lights, and the music. Service: Very friendly, seated quickly. They filled water and checked on us just enough. Explained the menu when we had questions, were able to discuss the fusion aspect. (Couple wobbly tables, please fix :) Food: 5 stars. All of it. This place is definitely in my top 5 favorite restaurants in Chicago. Beef bone ramen, Mongolian beef, chicken wings, fabulous. And not just good food, the presentation was great with orchids as garnishes. read more

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This was one of the best culinary experiences I've had in Chicago! We came in for restaurant week and were blown away by the service, ambiance, and delicious food. We had the 4 course meal for 45 dollars. Each course was timed perfectly, and our server, as well as the other wait staff were very attentive and helpful throughout our dining experience. We even got a gift card for spending a certain amount at the end! I can't wait to go back, everything was superb! read more

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LOVE. If I had to describe our experience in 1 word, it's love! We came by for an early dinner on Sunday and were immediately sat. The parking is paid metered parking, but there was plenty of it despite being in a busier area. The restaurant was decked out with colors, lights, palm trees and was truly an escape from Chicago. To start we had the Crying Tiger, and the Spicy Crab Rangoon. The Crying Tiger was full of flavor, and cooked to the perfect temp. The steak was delish with and without the dipping sauce, but to amplify the flavors... highly recommend dipping! The spicy crab Rangoon was a fun party of its own. The crunch from the wrap to the warm creamy crab filling, the spice wasn't too crazy with all the cream filling but with the sweet chili sauce it made for the perfect bites. We shared the lava roll, it reminded me of the viva Las Vegas roll from ra sushi, but this was filled with so much more. The crab meat on top had a nice kick to it. As if we weren't already full, we also ordered the general tso chicken sandwich, and the burger to try. Both of which were delish! The general tso was my pick between the two. The pineapple had a nice sweet and tangy flavor to each bite. For dessert, I wanted to try the Vietnamese tiramisu but they were sold out. All the more reason to come back again soon! The service was great, despite how busy they got the team really made each table feel special in their own way and were extremely attentive. read more

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This spot is one of my favorite restaurants in the Lakeview neighborhood and only a 10 minute walk from Wrigleyfield. The apps, sushi rolls, and larger meals are all really good. The larger dishes are perfect for sharing or having for leftovers the next day. If you are vegan or vegetarian, they have several options available. Their red sangria is amazing! I haven't tried their non-alcoholic options like the bubble tea, but their non-alcoholic options all sound promising. read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Nice happy hour spent at Bites. Service was fantastic, our waiter provided recommendations and was very attentive. Good vibes in this restaurant with great decor. read more

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We visited during Restaurant week and I was impressed! From the vibes of the restaurant, menu and most importantly the food! The menu included a variety of items to choose from and the flavor our meal choice was just right! A reservation is highly recommended ahead of time. Once you're inside, enjoy the good vibes! Thanks to our server Amm for providing a nice Bites experience! See you on the next visit! read more

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Still my favorite restaurant in the city!! I love how chill it is inside. The food is amazing! I haven't had a bite I didn't like. The drinks are delicious as well. I went for my birthday and had the Mentaiko pasta, so good. My boyfriend and I shared the 24k maki and he ordered the Hawaiian fried rice. Everything was delicious!! read more

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Great food! A very well done western fusion of Asian food. Tasty, easy to accept for all kinds of taste buds. Also very accommodating to dietary restrictions and allergies. A huge menu that I would go back to try haha Service was great! Great prices as well! Ambience is more bar like, dimly lit. read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Seared Sesame Tuna - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I came here on New Year's Eve for a date night dinner, and it was a great experience. The restaurant had a cute, vibey atmosphere with darker mood lighting and neon accents, giving off almost tropical vibes. The staff was very friendly and attentive throughout our meal, which made the experience more enjoyable. It was definitely busy with the New Year's Eve crowd, but we were able to make a reservation beforehand. For appetizers, we ordered two sushi rolls including the soft shell crab katsu and the spicy salmon roll. Honestly, one roll would have been enough to share, but both were satisfying and fresh. The soft shell crab was crispy and flavorful and a real standout. For our entrees, we had the honey walnut shrimp and the panang curry salmon. Both dishes were delicious and flavorful. We had filled up on the sushi so we ended up having enough left over to take home. The food is definitely on the pricier side, but the overall experience was great for a special date night. read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Soft Shell Crab Katsu and Spicy Salmon (GF) - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food was great and the service was great. I went for a restaurant week. I will be back. read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Excellent! - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My boyfriend and I decided to celebrate our 3 year anniversary here, which happened to be during restaurant week! It's an island theme so the decor is fun and festive. However, because of the crowd we were super close to the people next to us and could overhear their conversations. The big winter jackets next to us when it was below zero didn't make it easier. I wish they limited reservations or had a coat closet to avoid the tightness. We decided to go with the 4 course Restaurant Week menu, which sounded like a great deal! Seems like there was a lot of creativity put into the choices. There were also sufficient options to choose from for all 4 courses for a variety of dietary needs/preferences. To drink, I got a Mai Tai which was a little too sweet for me. I wish there was more fresh pineapple juice and less of the other fruits. For a starter, I ordered the cream of shitake soup which was much-needed on a night below zero degrees! The flavor and texture were amazing but the temperature wasn't great to begin with. I'm usually not one to complain while dining because I can't imagine how hard restaurant staff work, especially on a busy Saturday night. But my soup was quite cold so I asked for a reheat. The server was super kind and receptive. She apologized for the error and brought back a piping hot bowl within minutes which I highly appreciated! The soup was excellent afterwards. My boyfriend ordered the shishito peppers which were unbelievably spicy, even with the seeded part removed. We usually can tolerate spice, but for this I wish we got a warning. We tried to finish it among the two of us but we couldn't... not a fabulous start. We then tried the golden maki and shrimp wontons. This course saved the rocky start! Both were fresh and absolutely delicious. Great textures as well. The sauces paired nicely with each dish. We got garlic shrimp and panang salmon as the main course. The portions were quite generous and we even had leftovers. There was also a spot-on ratio of protein to rice, and I like how you could easily mix rice in with every bite as it was adjacent to the meat. The salmon was delicious. However, I thought the sauce over the shrimp had a little too much sweetness and got sick of it after a while. We both decided to end with tempura brownies, and it was fire! They were crispy on the outside because of the tempura batter and soft, rich, and fudgy on the outside. The hot dipping sauce on the side SLAPPED. This menu item was created for restaurant week, but I believe it should be a permanent addition. Very imaginative! Overall it was an enjoyable experience, but only half the courses really wowed me. I'm not sure if I'd return. read more

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Have been meaning to highlight this semi hidden gem Asian fusion situation in Lakeview. Amazing spot, very prompt and friendly service, a secret little patio in the back, and excellent bao, ramen, bites & the cocktails can't be missed. Typically easy to get in for lunch or din w/o a res during the week. Highly recommend bringing out of town fam/friends here to seem like a local :) read more

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This place is a new favorite in Chicago! Fun and funky atmosphere and all the staff is super sweet. Try the hot chef roll for sushi and you CANNOT go wrong with their bao buns -- they are FANTASTIC! Yum! Yum! Yum! read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Bites is a true hidden gem! From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. The menu is packed with creative, flavorful small plates that are perfect for sharing, though I have a feeling you'll want to keep everything to yourself! If you're looking for a place that offers unique, high-quality bites in a laid-back setting, Bites is the spot. I love stopping in or ordering via DoorDash! read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Singapore Noodles - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Here is what I love about Asian food: it's FLAVORFUL. Many dishes with an outburst of flavors in your mouth. Lots of ingredients that adds texture. Then there is "BITES". When it comes to flavor they are FLAVORDULL. Nothing tasted any better than if you had gone to a local Panda Express. Matter of fact, Panda offers more flavors than this. The restaurant has a claustrophobic feel to it with some cheap decor that I don't really understand. The portions are big but since the food is not good the portion size is unhelpful. I also don't understand the prices because this place is definitely overpriced for the quality of food it offers. I do not recommend at all. read more

We had a great time at this local sushi restaurant. I felt that the sushi was delicious and fresh tasting. We came in a group of six people and the service was fantastic. read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The ambiance in Bites is so fun - Very tropical and they have cute drinks and purple flowers served with the food and drinks. The General TSO's fried chicken sandwich was really good. We tried the Rama Noodles that have a peanut sauce - very unique dish, a little sweet but nice to try. Would definitely go back to try the sushi special on Cubs Home game days! read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Nice waitstaff, fine ambience, and okay food. My first rec is not to order the dry panang salmon. My other rec is to ask for them not to include the decorative plastic leaf in your food. read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

HOLY CRAP! This place is incredible! We were looking for places on our way back from pride in the park to sit and grab something to eat. It was about 10 and it's rough at this time because it's the bewitching hour for kitchens in bars and resturants alike. However, BITES was open till 11 and their kitchen didn't close till 10:30. We sit down and look at the menu which is massive, beautiful, and inventive. If you want sushi... they got it. If you want sandwiches... they got it. If you want a steak... the got it. They have everything. The decor is also tropical and beach which is great regardless of the weather outside Okay, so I got the Honey-Bourbon Sesame Chicken sandwich. The sandwich was massive and barely fit on the bun. It was topped with grilled pineapple, these incredible daikon pickles, and sesame mayo. It was unbelivable. Even the fries were great! Each entree came with a super pretty flower too! The service was also fast and friendly. Run, don't walk to Bites. read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Honey Burbon Honey-Bourbon Sesame Chicken Sandwich - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I ordered duck bao, mad crabber sushi, and a taro milk tea! The sushi had spicy tuna and ika squid! It's a solid Asian place with a cute tropical interior. read more

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Fun and feel good vibe when you walk in. This restaurant has good food, good service, and a relaxing atmosphere. I went two times this week after getting the recommendation to check it out from a friend... Liked it once and went again. Turns out that it's the 11th anniversary, so there's a special menu with $11 drinks, bites, and rolled until 11/17. Across the two visits, I tried everything on that anniversary tasting menu. I did not care for the few drinks that we tried - so would stick to whatever your go-to order is. However, really liked everything else except one roll. -Lava Maki (recommend, 2x) -Tuna Tostada (recommend, 2x) -Crying Tiger (recommend, 2x, but I like it with teriyaki instead of the given sauce which is bitter). -Coconut Shrimp (recommend, 2x) -Crab sandwich sliders (recommend) -Chicken Satay (solid) -24K Maki (would not recommend... although one guest thought it was fine). As I said before, the specialty drinks didn't hit it for us, so stick to whatever you know you like. Helpful to know: this restaurant participates in InKind food app/rewards. They also have a rewards program. P.S. - Diet Coke out of a can, Diet Pepsi out of a soda gun. read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I came here during COVID and was pleasantly surprised by the sushi, so I came back today to check it out again. I placed my pickup order around 6:15pm over the phone and walked over to pick it up. I will say my order was ready by the time I got there (20-25 min). I ordered the Bite Me roll, which I remember liking last time. For $18 I was pretty disappointed...there is basically no meat. See my picture - don't let the amount of sauce fool you. I've been going to a lot of sushi places lately and this is the smallest amount of fish I've EVER received on a roll. Even the crab INSIDE the roll I had to hunt for - it's basically all fried dough. After today's experience I'm pretty disappointed...this roll filled me up last time, and today it was basically just rice, vegetables, and sauce. I'll have to go buy or make something else at home now since I'm still hungry. With so many options in Lakeview, pass and go somewhere else. 2 stars is because I had a great first experience, but can't say I'll be back any time soon. read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Bite Me roll - the saddest amount of meat I've ever seen on a roll :( - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

A group of 6 came here on a Saturday evening during restaurant week... do I need to say anymore? Well yeah.. I do; so here you go. I must've made the mistake when booking online to be seated outside but lemme tell you don't do it to yourselves. Honestly I don't believe establishments that reside in Chicago, that are open for business in the winter should even be allowed to do outdoor seating unless it's verified that the seating area is appropriate. Using tents and tiki fire lights that barely work are not ok at all. Service: our sever, while sweet, was clearly overwhelmed and frazzled. Which is not a good combination during restaurant week and the place being packed to capacity. It took us forever to be served so we were sure to have our pickings chosen she when she came by, she could quickly take the order. We ordered an abundance of appetizers, drinks, shots, entrees and desserts; this is not including the fact that my friend and I chose to participate in the restaurant week menu. So trust, they made BANKKKK off us! Food: Since we did the RW menu, we were given two appetizers, another tapa like app, entree and then dessert. We were graced with the opportunity to experience certain dishes that were not on the regular menu so that was a plus. First course: We started out with the cream of Shiitake soup and seaweed salad. Second course: we ordered the tuna tostada and the spicy crab Rangoon Third course: I ordered the seafood paella fried rice and the Beef Brisket Chow Mein. Fourth course: blueberry yuzu cheesecake and the Mango and black rice pudding. So I will admit this was a toooooon of food for only $42/pp. Tack on the $16 drink per person and it's still a decent size amount of food. I can say I did not leave the establishment hungry. I was full and there was a smidge to take home. Not to mention, we were given a free order of crab Rangoon and edamame for my friend and I. Also add on the two rounds of free shots for our table due to the slow service. Our female server really did try her best to ensure we were well taken care of. The biggest annoyance of the evening and the experience was the cold and the light lamps going out over 6 times while we were there. The table of two seated next to us were there just as long as we were and they didn't even want to wait for their dessert because it took too long and they were freezing their butts off. I am willing to give Bites another try but I will ensure it's inside and I participate in HH. read more

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Made a reservation on open table, which was easy. Surprised about a potential $25/person fee if you cancel. This didn't negatively impact me, just something to keep in mind. Though they had a very good flow of customers throughout the evening. Was seated quickly upon arrival. My table was ready. There was a notice on the door about potential social media filming in the space. They have an extensive drink menu including cocktails, wine, beer, and slushees and boba (with an option to add alcohol). I had a Deadly Nightshade. The drink was delivered almost immediately after ordering, nice! It was tasty and the empress gin is so pretty, garnished with a flower, and a large ice ball. When you check-in on yelp, you can get a complimentary garlic edamame appetizer, which is such a nice touch. It was sooo good! Not your average flavored edamame. The garlic was crispy and crunchy and not spicy. I loved it. I had tofu pad Thai as my entree and it is definitely being added to my top 10 fave pad Thais in chicago. It was sweet and savory. The carrot garnish was a great addition of texture too. Next time, I want to try the crab Rangoon, wake me up cocktail, and desserts! I'll be back! read more

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Checked out BITES during restaurant week and absolutely loved it! The food, vibe , and service is a 10/10! There are so many great options to choose from. We loved everything we ordered. Pan Asian food at its best. Loved all the drinks we ordered and loved the presentation of each. They have a nice choice of cocktails and Mocktails. The spicy tuna sushi, crab Rangoon, and Shumai were my favorite. The blueberry yuzu cheesecake is a must try. Do check this place out if you are craving delicious Asian fusion. Highly recommend ! read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

So I gave this place a second chance because the owner was kind enough to give me a gift card after my first experience wasn't what I expected. I thought that that was a very nice thing for her to do. I got the free gzoya that you can get when you check into yelp - wasn't a fan because it was chewy. I would recommend not mixing the sauce and keeping it separate. I hate wasabi and many aren't fans. The sushi was amazing! Wish it came with more than 6 pieces. Drinks here are really good! I had the same waiter as the first time haha - he was better this time, but I would say he just needs to fix his facial expressions and comprehension. The place itself is cute and a nice place to kick it with the girls or go in a date. read more

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Keegan was amazing. I can say that over and over again and highly recommend Keegan as a server. I have dined at many restaurants in Chicago and I decided to revisit fights and it did not disappoint. I will say this is a lot better than most of the fine dining restaurants in Chicago and the service was just impeccable. Everything I tried was amazing. My favorite was the bite sushi roll, and the pad Thai. They definitely have the best pad Thai in the city. Again, I just wanna reiterate Keegan was amazing. Definitely will be back and recommend bites to everyone! read more

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Pan Asian spot in Wrigleyville was a nice experience. Had an early dinner at the bar. Space was inviting and staff helpful and friendly. Huge menu covering most Asian cuisines. Also a really nice happy hour menu. My Wontons were great and the maki roll was well done. I'll definitely be back to try more of their menu. read more

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar - Jumbo Shrimp Wontons - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Talk about heaven in a bowl. It was my bday week and a friend wanted to take me out. I had seen this video on Instagram of someone enjoying a bowl of ramen with a colossal beef rib and was intrigued enough to see it for myself. The interior had a fabulous island Filipino vibe with greens and oranges. The staff was diverse and accommodating. I spilled my water in the first minutes of my experience, and the staff was so quick and helpful to respond. My friend and I got drinks. I initially ordered Old Fashioned, and I can't remember what she first did, but it was purple, and I ended up liking hers more, so we traded. For appetizers, we got delicious dumplings and the roasted duck bun, which was also super tasty, and I highly recommend it. Regarding the main course, I came here for one mission, the beef Rib Ramen. Words can't fully express or comprehend how delicious this bowl of excellence was. So many flavors of spice balance in the broth accompanying fresh noodles, and laid enormously over the bowl is a four-hour roasted bone-in rib. Upon picking the rib up, the meat fell into the broth as if to say I was ready. It was simply delicious and, by far, one of the best meals I've ever had. The broth and noodles were also excellent and complemented the meal perfectly. My friend and I both enjoyed it as she also enjoyed her meal. Overall, this was the most accessible five stars I've ever given. Please enjoy Bite. They deserve your business. 5 out of 5 read more

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The service was great , and they were attentive! This menu was extensive, flavorful , and the food came out hot. I'm not from Chicago but this will be on my visiting list! The pictures don't serve it justice. It's a intimate dark space with an back yard courtyard. My favorite were the mussels. These have to be the best I had ever! This is near the Wrigley field , they do walk ins but a reservation will be best ! And if you're lucky enough to catch a game for sure pregame here! I had a margarita inside a flamingo; need I say more ! read more

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Honestly one of the best places to dine in the neighborhood. You really can't go wrong with anything on their menu. The cocktails are elite, too. My favorite menu items are the coconut shrimp, crying tiger, and crab rangoon. Great service and vibe. read more

Great staff and energy. Portions can feed a village. Went for a birthday and they brought out chocolate wontons and a candle! The noodles for the dishes were interesting to say the least. I was hoping the mentaiko noodles were udon, but they were some ramen type. read more

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