My mom and I used to come here for years to pick up some quick dim sum because it was always so…read morebusy. We couldn't find a seat but recently I think it's gone downhill. We walked in Monday early evening, and it was a Ghost Town. Only one person came in after us. We ordered dim sum, and we saw that two items were added to our order that we never ordered. They were potstickers and a Chinese sausage rice. We have potstickers and Chinese sausage at home a lot so we don't go out to buy it. We tend to pick items we can't make at home for dim sum like shrimp dumplings are harder to make at home than a potsticker. The rice came with the Chinese sausage was very old like dry and a little soggy at the same time. I also have never had spare ribs like they did. There was a lack of black bean taste. The turnip cakes were soggy which is weird because you need to pan fry them and it was clear there was some frying but the inside was super goopy. Turnip cake can be a little goopy but mostly it had more integrity than what we got. The only good things we had were the fried shrimp rolls and the pumpkin rolls. The stuff that was deep-fried. And I noticed that one item I did order ended up not being added to our check so we were never given that. I don't think I can come back here for dim sum anymore. it was a $46 meal of sad items. Not worth the price. Maybe we'd come for entrées. Someone got fried rice and noodles and those looked decent but I wasn't able to see up close.

This is an old Chinatown mainstay... it has renovated (a little) over the years, but it's still a…read morebit, um... less-than-posh. It can't help itself. It has a lot of history and baggage and manners baked into it. We went for dinner (although they do serve dim sum during the daytimes). It is a standard menu (multiple variations for beef, chicken, seafood, veg, etc). The food is familiar but a little bit "brighter" than the usual takeout places that dot along the strip malls. We had the typical beef spareribs, General Tso's chicken, honey walnut shrimp... but we also had an off-menu eel dish. Secrets! But what separates this place is that this is where the locals end up eating (we saw plenty that evening). Maybe it's the familiarity or the lack of tourism marketing. It's not exactly traditional, but is not exactly high-concept-fusion. Just a place where the locals meet up when they don't to cook in.

Ambiance - casual, great for small to large parties Service…read more- servers were attentive, food came out quickly Food - everything was super flavorful, some of the beef skewers were more on the chewier side & some were way too soft

Human Gourmet 4-16-26 Although I have been eating Chinese…read morefood for 70 years, I distinctly remember my first Chinese meal in Chicago's Chinatown on the second floor of the building where dragons guarded the entrance. I was as the most elegant meals in my short life. Unfortunately, it was egg foo yung; I did not like it, although I was polite. Later options were in Cantonese-style rural or Canadian venues until we moved to Chicago. Here, my high-school-age son began dating a Chinese immigrant. Her family opened my eyes to many other styles that my husband and I enjoyed. However, the introduction to Hunan Gourmet's "medium" shocked me when my friend requested it for our combined order. Still, the resulting two days of leftover cumin lamb, eggplant skewers, and pumpkin pancakes convinces me to reassess my personal preferences. I hope to try many dishes from their extensive menu; I will, however, follow the wisdom of Asian customers, who brought cold 6-packs to their tables. Brilliant!

Every dish was amazing and perfectly seasoned, I can't pick a favorite. This was the best meal I've…read morehad in a while. We got the five spice duck, soft shell crab, pea tip with garlic, clams, and stir fried pork belly. The English and Chinese menu and kind of different, e.g. I don't think the clams weren't on the English menu. The staff are really hospitable. It would help to have a Cantonese speaker with you. Cash discount is available. So good, I highly recommend giving this spot a try!

Ambiance - cozy, family owned restaurant serving traditional Chinese food…read more Service - exceptional, owners are a super nice Chinese couple, food came out pretty quickly Food - everything was super flavorful, highly recommend their five spice duck

I'll be honest, it had been years since I last stepped into Lee Wing Wah, and part of that was…read morebecause the place had started to feel a little dated over time. But I decided to give it another shot and I am really glad I did. The restaurant has been redecorated and it makes a real difference. It feels fresher, more inviting, and worth walking into again. For those who don't know, Lee Wing Wah sits in the heart of Chinatown Square, which is one of the most competitive dining areas in the city. There are great restaurants practically steps away in every direction, so the fact that this place has held its own and kept its doors open over the years says something. Longevity in Chinatown is not easy to come by and they have earned it. The menu offers a decent variety of dishes at fair prices, and what I found interesting is that the food leans ever so slightly toward an American friendly style while still holding onto its authentic Chinese flavors. It's a nice balance that makes it approachable for people who might not be as familiar with traditional Chinese cuisine. If you want to get a feel for what they offer before you go, check out their menu at leewingwah.com so you can walk in with a game plan. A few things to keep in mind before your visit. The atmosphere is most enjoyable when the place is not packed, so timing your visit during off peak hours makes for a much better experience. If you arrive and it's crowded, no stress at all since there are plenty of other fantastic options just a short walk away in Chinatown Square. The food is solid, the prices are fair, and the refresh on the interior gives it a new energy that makes it feel worth rediscovering.

After a 7 year hiatus, we returned here for another extended family reunion dinner with some…read moreout-of-town family. In fact, it was the same reason we were here last time. We were seated upstairs in their nice and spacious banquet room, and had a delightful, comfortable, leisurely, and delicious dinner for a group of 25. The main dining room downstairs also looks modern, welcoming, and comfortable as well. The food was all quite good and also a decent value. We had 3 tables and for each table, we had their set menu dinner for 10 for $249.95, pre-tax and tip of course. You can peruse the attached food photos if interested. Service was good and they also have smoothies, bubble tea drinks, beer, wine, and some cocktail drinks. What I also liked was with the big space upstairs, it was easy to take post dinner big group photos and it wasn't a bother for any staff or other customers. Thumbs up for a big group Chinatown dinner outing!

I love this place!!! Ive been in Chicago for awhile and this is def the best dim sum ive ever had…read more It's inside the market and yes you serve yourself. The owner is very friendly!

Came here after working night shift and it hit the spot!!! Located inside 88 Marketplace. I…read morerecommend putting in your order and then exploring the market until your buzzer goes off cause it takes a while for the food to be ready. Everything we ordered was delicious and authentic! The crowd favs were the siu mai and the soup dumplings. I will return no doubt!!

Ambiance - tight space/tables, great for small groups and family dinner…read more Service - staff was super nice and often recommends dishes based on what you like Food - their chicken is my families go to dish (can't get the taste anywhere else), our other favorite is the beef and veggie chow mein

My Mom recommended this place for our 4th of July lunch and it was our first time there. I like…read morethat there was parking outside and inside has lots of seating. The varieties in the menu was awesome too. We had dim sum and was able to order regular traditional Chinese dishes. Price was decent and food was delicious! The only reason why I didn't give a 5 star review was the front desk lady. I decided to get some bao buns for home and boy she was rude. I must not be a regular enough since this was my first time there. I made a point to say thank you several times with a smile and she ignore all several time, no eye contact, nothing. Rude as heck. Like she was mad at me but pleasant to all the regulars. She made me feel so bad that 1 star deduction wasn't even enough given I spent $200 for lunch with bao buns and this is the attitude I get. Worst front desk ever. I think she might actually be the owner. This is how you treat paying customers. First impressions really matter.

As always, A+ service and incredible food! The pork fried rice is the best fried rice I've ever…read morehad. The orange peel chicken was great and so was the beef and broccoli. The egg drop soup is great but the egg rolls were off the chain. The inside is very dated but somehow incredibly comforting and charming - reminds me of an 80s banquet hall but the 80s were the best so it's fine by me! (Even the wait staff look straight out of the 80s). I cannot wait to come back! So happy to see that it's still there and doing well, hadn't been in over 20 years. Now only if parking wasn't such a pain but that's chicago for you. Can't wait to come back!

I've been coming here for years, which makes this especially disappointing to say--this place is…read morenot what it used to be. On my last visit, the food was noticeably off. The egg rolls had a strange, unpleasant flavor, it seems as if they used kimchi because of the strong vinegar taste, the crab rangoon was average, and the jumbo shrimp fried rice was the biggest letdown--rubbery, unseasoned shrimp that felt like an afterthought. Only the pepper steak was decent. The service made things worse. When we raised a concern, there was no apology, just a shift in attitude and no follow-up. We were even charged for food we barely touched and had to ask for it to be removed. Also, the pressure to tip at checkout feels inappropriate when the experience doesn't match. After years of being a loyal customer, I won't be returning.

Saint's Alp is always a solid choice with classic food options! It always hits when I come. There…read morewere a couple of customers but the waiters were very attentive and responsive to our requests. Went with my in laws so I got to try some dishes that I would normally not order. Everything was delicious and came out in a timely manner. Forgot to take a picture of my drink: jasmine green milk tea with boba. It was also delicious!

Ambiance - casual, great for lunch Service - slow, only 1…read moreserver taking in person orders, online orders, making drinks Food - really good options & portions for lunch (love that it comes with a drink), my go to order is lemongrass pork chop + black milk tea