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We love to grab Joy Yee Plus after a big dinner (guilty pleasure) it's usually busy so be prepared to wait. The lines so move quick which is a plus. There aren't many seating and it's usually taken up by families so it's mostly catered to take out. I got their durian ice cream and it was delicious. They put fresh durian on top which is a plus as well. read more

Joy Yee Plus - Mango dragonfruit twist with tapioca - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Super cute shop. Has some cool anime on the wall. They have a wide variety of drinks! Fruit teas, smoothies, milk tea, & then some different food items you can choose from. They have a kiosk for ordering to make it easy as well. I got a fruit star tea and it tasted pretty good. Only complaint was it was a bit sour from the lime. Still very good though. Also got their mango grapefruit tea. That was my favorite. Perfect sweetness, some fresh fruit in each sip, just overall perfect. I will definitely be coming back to this shop. Only reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5 is because the person at the front register didnt even acknowledge me. I had to use the kiosk to order. Which isn't the end of the world. Just isnt helpful if you have questions about drinks. Still recommend anyone who loves fruit teas to give this place a try! read more

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This place is such a classic spot. I always enjoy coming here after dinner for a sweet treat! It's always small space but usually always pretty busy. People are always in and out. So you know it's good and popular. I wish there was a location in the suburb too. It would be nice to have a closer spot to go to.....but it would also be dangerous. There's quite a bit on the menu. There's frozen yogurt, different smoothies, teas, waffles, & ice cream. I always like to order the regular frozen yogurt or a smoothie. Just a little something to satisfy the sweet tooth craving. read more

Joy Yee Plus - Lychee yogurt smoothie - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Lisa P.

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We picked one of the hottest days to walk around China Town. I broke a sweat just crossing the street. Got a slight tingle in the back of my throat that strongly encouraged immediate hydration. So why not stop by one of the most favored boba and fruit tea shops. I had no idea what to order. Standing inside an establishment with nice COOL air allowed me time to carefully choose. I watched other customers leave with drinks in hand. Each one prettier than the next. Did I see matcha soft serve? Wow, next time. Peeked into the display case and spied the perfect combo for my drink; fresh strawberries and lychee jelly. Yes, please. A great compliment to the jasmine tea. Ice cold, fruity and every sip refreshing. We each chose different drinks and every one was happy. read more

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Joy Yee Plus - Lychee and strawberry fruit tea - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Rebecca T.

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Drinks were delicious and it came very quick quickly after we ordered. Large variety of flavors to choose from. I recommend the grapefruit lychee freeze, lychee mango freeze, pineapple coconut, and mango coconut green tapioca. read more

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Everybody knows this place. No surprise here. Great bubble tea in China town. Don't get the food in my opinion it is not so good. But the bubble teas are great. Only reason I am writing a review is that after many samples I finally found the perfect combo: passion fruit + pineapple freeze with tapioca. Do yourself a favor and try one! read more

Joy Yee Plus - Best ever bubble teas: passion fruit + pineapple freeze with tapioca! Try it. son's favorite: banana freeze with strawberry popping. - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Nisa A.

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In general, my husband and I think Joy Yee is pretty darn good however, I never been to their dessert spot at Plus. But goodness gracious, I am very much a sweets gal and this Waffle Ice Cream hit the spot. When it comes to flavor, it was pretty much vanilla soft serve with chocolate on top of chocolate. Nothing can go wrong with that. And the waffle was delicious itself. Cooked perfectly. read more

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Ashley Z.

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Restaurant in china town. Had dessert there. I had the chocolate bubble waffle sundae and my friend had graham cracker version. Ice cream was really tasty but I wasn't the biggest fan of the bubble waffle. Very unique sundae. Quick service read more

Joy Yee Plus - Graham cracker waffle sundae - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Looking for boba's in Chicago Chinatown? Look no more..they have smoothies, boba's and fresh fruit freeze drinks! So many different flavors and selections. They uses fresh fruits for their freeze's. We ordered short ribs pho which was served in a huge bowl good for 3! The ribs were so tender. Bulgogi beef with rice, siomai, and coconut shrimps. We had 3 drinks , strawberry kiwi freeze with boba, mango freeze with boba and I forgot to take a pic of avocado freeze. Service to get in the food was pretty fast but after that you have to get their attention to get anything else you need. Space is huge but the good thing we didn't wait that long to get seated. It's a good spot for families since most foods are good for sharing. Parking- we went during marathon so every corner the road was closed so we had to park really far and then walk to chinatown but after the marathon they opened the street and they have a huge parking space. read more

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Vizualize F.

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Joy Yee Plus in Chinatown is a great spot if you're looking for refreshing drinks and lots of variety. I especially enjoy their cold teas,which are consistently refreshing and perfect when you want something light. They also offer a wide range of smoothies and sundaes,so there's plenty to choose from depending on your mood. I've tried their waffle ice cream once,but it wasn't really my favorite compared to their drinks. One standout for me is the taro flavor it's the closest thing to ube that I can get, and I really enjoy that familiar, slightly sweet taste. Overall, Joy Yee Plus is a solid choice in Chinatown, especially if you're going for drinks rather than desserts. read more

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Going during the day is the best time to go. It can get very crowded and busy. There are 2 kiosk stations and they take orders at the register. The drinks have options of the amount of sugar. The lowest is 30%. The staff is a young group. They aren't friendly even if you say hello. There are tables to sit at but it's not good for big groups. Not sure if you can call in your orders. Don't forget a straw. They have it next to the pickup area. The kids at the register do not check on the ink or tape on the register. I could barely read my register. The drinks are good and we still get the same each time and sometimes we try something new. Strawberry Lychee smoothie, mango lychee and coffee milk tea are the regulars. Recently tried the 2 lovers which is coffee&tea with boba. We also like the mango sago with pomelo. Only 1 size for their drinks!!! Tipping is optional and there is no surcharge on cc. read more

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The kiddos couldn't walk past this cafe without ordering a drink. There's 2 locations that sells bubble tea, the walk up and the actual store. We went to the store, you can order on the kiosk otherwise there's someone at the counter who will help you. Small cafe but has tables and chairs for dine in. Which was perfect because some of the kids ordered the bubble waffle with ice cream. The large size bubble tea were bottles, which was perfect. We can reuse for other beverage. read more

Joy Yee Plus - Our drinks in the reusable cups - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Asia B.

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So the funny thing is that as often as I visit China Town, I never walk the entire strip. I usually head right to Joyee. This time, I walked and ran into their other location, Joyee Plus. They sell Korean ice cream and shaved iced, along with milk tees. I love the Taro Milk tea and smoothies, so I tried the Taro ice cream with Boba. Delicious! The drink was some kind of fruit tea slush. read more

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What a fun stop! I almost wished I wasn't as stuffed as I was. I really wanted to try the ice cream. Drinks were served In fun, sturdy tumblers that refilled nicely. Large size for the price. Always appreciated. Delicious to boot. Order from the kiosk exactly as you wish, with plenty of ideas to help you pick from. Very clean with friendly employees. read more

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Bubble Waffles! Boba drinks. Sweet Rose and Taro were great! Yes. Solid dessert option in Chinatown. Menu attached. read more

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Mina H.

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Yummy and managed make it to the lunch special ($12 vs. $18) for the entrees. The service was alright but typically Asian (efficient and basic). Ambiance was standard, cute, and appropriate for a Chinatown hangout with lots of cartoons and colors. read more

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Jess M.

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Sooooo they have reusable cups. Great. They look like glass but aren't. Plastic. Also, the ice cream drinks do not come with ice cream on top--- it's mixed in. But the menu photos show it on top. The drinks are unfortunately made with powder and not fresh, so I got the matcha. Boba is squishy and good. Customer service is impersonable 100% they just shout your number at you - I was sitting nursing my baby obviously unable to get my drink, no one helped they just shout my number until I raise my hand like yeah it's me. No personal touch here. huge sizing on drinks. Chocolate Asian ice creams delicious!!!!! Order on a kiosk. read more

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Melanie W.

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On my last day in Chicago, I still had to come here to get a drink since I was still determining when I would spend my next time here. I ordered a refreshing honey kiwi oolong, which had no sour taste of the kiwi. I will miss their drink. I wish they can bring it to Boston. read more

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Christine L.

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Stopped by for dessert after having dinner at another place in Chinatown. Joy Yee Plus is sort of split into two with hot pot (which was being served upstairs) and the drinks/dessert (which was being served downstairs. The drinks seem to all come in reusable containers which is cool, but they also are a dollar or two more than what you'd spend a few doors down at the OG Joy Yee's. Split one of their special bubble waffles with a friend. We ordered the one with Taro ice cream, mango, coconut flakes, and mochi pieces. It was so good, I highly recommend and would definitely order it again. Was hoping for more of a chewy texture with the bubble waffle but it was fluffy and crispy and everything else you'd expect from a waffle. They had a bunch of other things there too that looked so intriguing like a bright pink dragon fruit soft serve. Came by on a Friday night and the place was PACKED. But they kept the line moving and they have seats inside and outside of the place. They didn't have a public bathroom in the downstairs but I was able to use the one in the upstairs with my receipt. Located in Chinatown square it's convenient if you're looking for something sweet after dinner! read more

Joy Yee Plus - Taro Ice cream, mango, coconut, mochi in bubble waffle - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Sree B.

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We went here on a Monday and it was packed af. There was self order so we did that and git an Oreo and cram buckle waffle ice cream and chocolate boba. They were like pretty good but not so crazy but it was good. The ambiance was good but there were so many people that I couldn't enjoy it but it was good and like insta worthy. read more

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Joy Yee Plus offers a variety of different bobas and ice cream sundaes. I ordered the brown sugar boba sundae and it was MASSIVE. The cup is filled with vanilla ice cream drizzled in brown sugar syrup, with boba at the bottom of the cup, whipped cream atop, and a chocolate wafer. The sundae was definitely plenty enough for 2, if not more, to share. My friend and I were unable to finish this sundae together. The service was generally pretty quick. The space was very packed and busy. read more

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Lan N.

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I love the shabu shabu at JY+. I truly miss living 3 train stops away from Chinatown. Their drink options are a little different from Joy Yee too. My go to is the dragon queen with lychee jelly. We normally do the beef broth for the hot pot. I'm not too crazy about getting a bunch of stuff since we try not to over order. The order of premium beef for my husband and I was more than enough. My husband also doesn't eat a lot of shrimp so I normally eat most of it myself. Some of the shrimp were a bit mushy and isn't as fresh but that was like 1/6 shrimps. Their portion for the enoki mushroom is a lot actually. I thought it wasn't so I ordered 2 of them, but we actually love them so we didn't mind. My favorite appetizer is the grilled tentacles. I realized they changed their menu quite a bit since the last time I've been here because there's "grilled" options. They changed the tentacles up a bit to have that Vietnamese flare and it's so good! My husband and I got actually made our own dipping sauces for the hotpot but then we ended up using the fish sauce from the grilled tentacles bcos it was so good. Also, google says JY+ opens at 11:30am but it's actually just the downstairs and not the upstairs for the hotpot/food. The upstairs open at 12pm. We came here after one of my runs and we had to wait a little bit for them to open and I was so hungry haha read more

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This used to be a shabu shabu spot and now it's fully a dessert parlor! We got two boba drinks, but honestly they were pretty subpar (watery flavor) and also expensive. Their other desserts look better (bubble waffles, ice cream, etc) so I'm giving them the benefit of the doubt with those! Nice branded boba cups though, you could probably reuse them! read more

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I've been to Joy Yee numerous times but for drinks I was told you must come to Joy Yee Plus. I was really in the mood for some matcha soft serve ice cream and this place did not disappoint. Very good and not too sweet. Really enjoyed it. The menu for drinks can be a bit overwhelming. There's a multitude of combinations to choose from. But you really can't go wrong with any of the drinks. We got the Taro lovers and Tiger drink. Both were served over ice with a scoop of ice cream with boba. It was very good. read more

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Came here for the first time a few days ago. Located right in Chinatown Joyeeplus is a cute shop that specializes in boba. You can get boba tea, ice coffee, milkshake, smoothies, etc. I decided on the mango smoothie which cost approximately $8.60. However, the portions you get I think the price is well worth it. I found myself sipping on my drink for hours. The cup it comes in is really nice too. There's also a ton of other fun shops to look at to in the area, you should definitely give this place a try. Next time I come I'm definitely trying the ice cream! read more

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Cute little spot! I recommend this place for your tween or teen to come have a cool bubble tea or dessert. We've been meaning to check this place out for fruit tea. We popped in yesterday. My daughter loves the tea from a place a couple of doors down but I convinced her to try Joy Yee Plus. She was so happy she did! We got the pineapple mango fruit tea and the bubble waffle ice cream dessert. The tea was delicious! The bubble waffle was so good and had many treats placed on it like Kit Kats, charcoal ice cream, pocky and of course the light yummy waffle. The place is just as cute as the drinks they make! Anime on the wall for decor really makes you feel like you're in a cool Japanese tea shop. They have all sorts of sweets and drinks. The portion sizes of the cups and desserts are huge so you get more bang for your buck. She mentioned she wants to come back here again so I guess this is her new found favorite spot. read more

Joy Yee Plus - Pineapple Mango Fruit Tea - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Dan W.

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I hope they bring the shabu shabu back soon. It's honestly one of the best kept secrets in Chinatown. This place is located in New Chinatown, which is that long two-story strip mall on the corner of Cermak and Wentworth Avenue. It's a separate store from Joy Yee, which you'll notice will have a massive line at the drink window. If you like the drinks at Joy Yee, Joy Yee Plus has the same drinks without the long lines or wait. But the true unsung hero of Joy Yee Plus is the shabu shabu, or hot pot. Before COVID ruined everything, I used to love getting the shabu shabu here. It's impressively authentic, and they offer a huge range of condiments to make your own sauces, which is the truly fun part of the experience (I imagine the communal condiment station is the reason why they had to stop the hot pot temporarily). The amount of food you get for ordering one of the mini hot pot sets is enough to feed 3 people comfortably. I have ordered their drinks, and they have an extremely wide selection--probably to the point where you'll be paralyzed with indecision. I'm talking pages. I'm looking forward to when the hot pot is offered again. Hope to see you again soon, Joy Yee Plus! read more

Joy Yee Plus - Shabu shabu - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Senitra G.

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We came back for our watermelon drink and it wasn't on the menu so instead we opted for a little dessert. The place was packed and it took almost 30 minute receive our Carmel Bubble Waffle. You definitely need the ice cream because it was pretty mediocre with just Carmel and powdered sugar. read more

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Kristine L.

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We were walking around the market and kept seeing everyone else walking with these awesome rectangle boba cups. We literally kept following the stream of people until we came across this cafe. It was so crowded! I couldn't make up my mind on what to get which lead to the perfect order of "Can't make up my mind". The drink was pretty good. The aesthetics of the drink with the chunks of fruit makes these drinks IG worthy. They don't take Apple Pay which was a minor inconvenience. The line to order and to pick up was pretty long! It was so crowded. There was no where to sit. read more

Joy Yee Plus - Can't make up my mind with crystal boba. - Fruity and delicious, would get again - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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First of all, our day was long and the night was approaching. We decided to hit Chinatown for this adventure and turns out Night walking in Chinatown are the most astonishing and quiet, when you are having fun. Especially after having a big meal. The next thing in everyone's mind was dessert, and hunting for it became our priority number one. We decided to try something new and we were tired of boba tea. Our eyes came across Joy Yee Plus, We haven't had the opportunity of trying this place yet and it look modern with all the anime characters that we knew painted on the wall so we decided to give it a try. I ordered The ice cream with the waffle: Cookies and cream. Nothing too fancy. It took about five minutes to get my order but once i got it i was shocked for the surprise i got delivered. i was expecting a small dessert, but what i got was a 12 inch masterpiece, a cup filled with wonders. Vanilla Ice cream, covered in Oreo crumbles with two full Oreos in top with a crispy marshmallow impale with a banana pocky, submerge in hot fudge and everything tucked, wrapped in a protective and perfect bubble waffle. Perfection in front of me but nonetheless good and yummy. We had one thing in our minds and ice cream from Joy Yee Plus was the perfect dessert with the flawless combination of ingredients to end the perfect night. I look forward to going again read more

Joy Yee Plus - Waffle: cookies and cream - Japanese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Matcha Ice Cream is great! The Graham Cracker uses vanilla ice cream from soft serve machine. The vanilla ice cream is not good. I recommend ordering ice cream that has to be scooped rather than from a machine. read more

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There are many places here in Chinatown Square that offers the same type of dessert, what makes JY+ so special other than they offer you the best bubble tea drink at the parent restaurant Joy Yee. I been passing thru until now. They have a menu by the door and when you order. You walk up to the plexiglass counter and talk into the microphone. The only issue with that is that the person listening to you can hear your order but you can't hear what she is telling you. I ordered two desserts, one waffle cone with and without ice cream. I waited 20 minutes to find out she only put in one of the two. Yes, some will say, you can tell what you ordered by the price on your receipt, but it was $15 - I guess how would I know $15 is one item. Overall, the one dessert was good but I wish they could repeat the order back to the customer to confirm. read more

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Rafael C.

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Very poor customer service. The woman that served us had trouble understanding us and showed us poor attitude. We clearly told her what we wanted to order yet she keeps telling us "I don't understand what you are talking about" to the point that we had to point to her all our orders on the menu. While we were waiting for our appetizers some customers came and were clearly dissatisfied with her service; they told me that she had allegedly told them "do want you want to do" when they asked for seats. Obviously they left. The food was okay. The appetizers came very late and we were served with cold, greasy, and soggy fried calamari & tentacles. The rest were fine; the bulgogi fried rice and the hot pot. The ambience lacked. Not much to see except cartoons on the walls. It was noisy (speakers) and messy as well. There were trash around the floor and the servers just walked around them. In conclusion I wouldn't recommend the place but everyone has different palates. Just hope that the server I had mentioned won't be serving you next time. read more

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Clean atmosphere, friendly staff, lots of options for teas, boba, and ice creams. Got the Dragon tea and was filled with fruits and jellies, so delicious and refreshing. Also having a resealable lid was really a nice touch so I could just throw it in my bag and didn't have to carry it around with fear of spilling. Such a large amount for a hood price read more

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Over priced for something so disappointing. Got 2 drinks . (103 & 104 ) . Too much boba and skimped us on ice cream. The flavor was not it. It looked better than it was. HUFF read more

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Joy Yee Plus has a wide variety of food and drink! We've sampled a variety of milk teas here, and I've liked the flavors of all of them! Their boba is on the doughier side, which may deter some, but I quite like the texture. The service is quick and the anime themed ambiance is very cool. read more

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Been here many times. I realize that they are very busy, especially on weekends, but everytime I come the place is filthy! Tables are never cleaned and floors are full of straw wrappers and napkins. Nonetheless l, their boba is good and I love the bubble waffles! Pretty pricey but worth it imo. read more

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Protip: Try the ice cream Highlights: Durian ice cream is very flavorful and intrigues me enough to try more ice cream from here. Lowlights: I can't remember exactly what the second item we ordered was, but it was essentially vanilla soft serve drenched in black sugar and we were all surprised by that based on what the item was called. Would not recommend. read more

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2159 S China Pl
Chicago, IL 60616
Chinatown
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(312) 842-8928
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http://www.joyyee.com

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Hours

What time does Joy Yee Plus open?

Joy Yee Plus opens at 11:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Joy Yee Plus close?

Joy Yee Plus closes at 9:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Joy Yee Plus closes at 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 11:30 AM - 9:30 PMFri-Sat 11:30 AM - 10:30 PM

Payment methods

Does Joy Yee Plus take credit cards?

Yes, Joy Yee Plus takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Joy Yee Plus have catering options?

No, Joy Yee Plus does not have catering options.

Does Joy Yee Plus serve alcohol?

No, Joy Yee Plus does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Joy Yee Plus allow dogs?

No, Joy Yee Plus does not allow dogs.

Does Joy Yee Plus have TVs?

No, Joy Yee Plus does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Joy Yee Plus have bike parking?

Yes, Joy Yee Plus has bike parking.

Does Joy Yee Plus have parking?

Yes, Joy Yee Plus has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Joy Yee Plus have free WiFi?

No, Joy Yee Plus does not have free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

We were the first in the midwest to offer Taiwanese style bubble teas. Going a step further, Joy Yee's was the first to combine the South Asian fresh fruit freezes(smoothies) with the popular tapioca balls. Joy Yee's Noodles combines different dishes and styles from across Asia into one expansive menu and one cheery little dining room. The end product is pleasing, with a variety of tastes, large portions and, most importantly, low prices. Joy Yee's offers an extensive list of appetizers including list of broths, noodles, meats and other fillers from which they can concoct soups suited to their tastes. This diverse Asian cuisine flows into the main courses as well, and the menu of entrees is vast. Diners can choose between dozens of dishes, ranging from the most traditional Asian favorites to innovative new twists on classic recipes. We pride ourselves on offering new and exciting dishes!

History

Established in 1994.

Joy Yee's Noodles opened in Evanston in 1994 and our second location in Chinatown Square in 1996.

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Three Dots and A Dash

This place is a yes, yes, and yes! I have a buddy that loves Tiki bars and found this place/made a…read morereservation, so our group came to visit on a Sunday night. The vibe is speakeasy-ish; the entrance is off the street in an alleyway but the interior is very nice, low light, and would be fun for a date night! The staff were attentive and very friendly. My friend got some shots, which were surprisingly good given they were kind of sweet, and I ordered the "mystic lamp" cocktail ($16) which was VERY memorable to me as someone that loves floral drinks -- it was very floral, slightly fruity, and had a lovely chunk of lychee it came with which was delicious! The drink was decent sized too; I've been charged a lot more for much less drink at other speakeasies (those of which I don't plan to visit again any time soon haha). In my opinion, this spot has the perfect combo of great drinks, nice ambiance, cool speakeasy-vibes, but also cheerfulness given the tiki-theme inside. Would definitely rec a visit to anyone visiting Chicago who likes cool bars!

I can't understand what the fuss is all about here. I couldn't wait to leave…read more This place represents itself as a tiki bar but is the most half-hearted attempt I have ever seen. I was excited for the experience having heard how busy it gets, blah blah. These positive reviewers need to seek out other tiki bars. After you negotiate the alley entrance and go down dangerously dark stairs, you are met with crazy boring decor. I kept thinking there had to be more right? The whole point of a tiki bar is to strike a mood, but hanging a very few polynesian masks on the wall, putting up a grass facade over the bar and dressing the servers in vaguely polynesian outfits is sad. I've seen private tiki bars at people's homes that are more exciting. Add to this a comparably boring music selection played far too loud over boomy lo-fi speakers and you'll wonder what's going on here. So what about the food and drink? Completely uninspired for anyone who's had more than a mai tai before in their life. About a dozen extremely common drink choices is all you get!! No specials, that's it. When I asked if this was the whole cocktail menu, the server said it was but they have a full bar so you can get anything you want. Well, I could get that service at just about any bar in the world, so big deal. Maybe it would be better if you sat at the bar and chatted up the bartender. One could also go taste their rum selections and other cocktails in the Bamboo Room, but I hate that kind of elitist nonsense. That's never been what tiki bars were about. The drinks we sampled were okay at best. Even the namesake 3 Dots and A Dash cocktail was lackluster and used cheap cherries for the dots instead of classic Luxardos. (If you know, you know) The appetizers were okay, but way overpriced. 5 tiny spring rolls for $18. Come on guys, enough already. I'd rather go to the bar at the Polynesian Hotel at Disney than return here. This place is a hard pass.

These Loaded Luau Cheese Fries

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Tiki gift shop.

Sunda New Asian - River North

We made a reservation at Sunda to celebrate my husband's birthday with friends before flying out to…read moreMexico, and it was a must-visit for me because I've eaten here twice before and still dream about the Wagyu Crispy Rice. The evening started off wonderfully. Our server was attentive and friendly, and the food absolutely delivered. The Wagyu Crispy Rice remains a 10/10 and is worth ordering every single time. We also shared the fried chicken and pork belly bao buns, which my husband and our friends couldn't stop talking about. Everyone loved their meals, and we left completely stuffed. Unfortunately, one interaction put a damper on an otherwise great dinner. My husband has had a white fish allergy for 32 years. He can safely eat certain fish like tuna, salmon, and trout, so he usually has limited sushi options but still enjoys it. He ordered what appeared to be a safe roll, but after the first bite realized it contained masago. We asked what type of fish their masago comes from, and the server confirmed it was from a white fish. Thankfully, he noticed immediately and didn't have a reaction. The server did offer to have the roll remade, which we appreciated. However, before doing so, she repeatedly told us that she and the chef "think all fish are white," implying that his allergy didn't really make sense. Hearing that several times felt dismissive of a very real allergy he's managed his entire life. Food allergies aren't something anyone should have to defend while dining out. To end the meal, they kindly brought out The Ridiculous dessert and the coconut cheesecake for my husband's birthday, and both were delicious. However, the moment was a bit overshadowed when the server mentioned, "We normally don't give these as birthday desserts, but because of what happened, we did." While I'm sure it wasn't intended that way, it came across as passive-aggressive rather than hospitable. Overall, the food was outstanding and absolutely lives up to Sunda's reputation. I'd happily return for the Wagyu Crispy Rice and everything else we tried. My only criticism is that a little more sensitivity and understanding around food allergies--and a bit more tact in how situations are communicated--would have made an excellent dining experience truly exceptional.

By far, the strangest food service I've had in a long time. Our table of 4 was seated promptly…read moreafter showing up a bit early to our reservation. The restaurant wasn't busy at 7pm on Sunday. We ordered a few drinks, a few different dishes, and an entry from the kids' menu. We quickly received our drinks, which were delicious and exciting. A balanced drink containing tamarind? Come on! We then got our first dish, the Wagyu crispy rice. Amazing. Delicious. Then our sushi came out. Also great! Then Adobe fried rice with pork belly. Super satisfying! But then... a total stall. We hadn't yet received our edamame or our chicken entree. Our server asked if we wanted the check. At that point, our food had time to sit and no one was hungry. So our server asked if we were ready for the check. Sure. Our check arrived at the same time our chicken dish showed up. And still no edamame, which was an appetizer. We were also given another table's bill, which was totally different than ours and showed a credit for something and a zero balance. It was fixed, and we ended up paying our $50ish per person with the only adjustment being that we didn't pay for the edamame we never received. Obvious disconnect between the kitchen and service. But the food we did receive was exceptional. Drinks were novel and playful. But forgetting food and a weird service pace really diminished the overall elegance of Sunda. I feel like we drastically overpaid for the dining experience. We are on a family vacation, so instead of memories of a great meal we instead have a story of that messed up service and the weirdness that surrounded.

Signature Crispy Rice Wagyu

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Oxtail Pot Stickers

Serai

Everything! Went amazing the food the service the employees the manager amazing just absolutely fun…read moreand delicious all the food is so good, first time I would order the "Serai Burger"

First time here and it was completely dead. The service was amazing! The food was delicious and…read moreflavorful. Before we left the guy working asked if I liked the food and that's what sets this place apart from other fast food places. Definitely coming back

Nasi lemak with nyonya curry chicken

Serai interior

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Serai interior

MCCB Chicago 时尚食谱

I have been waiting to try MCCB, and it was so good! Even with the 40 minutes wait in a rainy day,…read moreI think it is still worth the wait! We have ordered the spicy fish filet and honey black pepper beef flank. The fish filet dish is huge and there are ton of fish in there, the spiciness is good as well! The beef flank dish is flavory and juicyl!

We ordered takeout this time, but after seeing the atmosphere, I wish we had dined in. Be…read moreprepared--the wait was around an hour and a half. They take a $20 deposit to hold reservations, and judging by how many people happily waited, it's clearly worth it. There was one dish in the dining room that smelled absolutely incredible, and I'm still sad I didn't figure out what it was. I'll definitely be eating in next time. The mapo tofu was one of the best I've ever had. It was different from the style I usually prefer--I typically like a thicker, richer sauce--but this one had a lighter consistency while still packing amazing flavor. I ordered it with beef, and it was a fantastic choice. The flank steak fried rice was a bit bland on its own, but I think it was intentionally seasoned that way to pair with the bolder dishes on the table. I cannot wait to to back nd dine in this time

Eggplant with Spicy Garlic Sauce

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Szechaun style stir fried duck

NoodleBird

Expensive considering the portions but yummy food! Got the dinner for 2 and minced beef noodles…read more The best part were the dumplings. I could taste that they were handmade and very flavorful. Second was the charcoal half chicken. The coconut rice was had a light coconut flavor which was good bc it didnt alter the taste of the chicken. I'd skip on the salad and minced beef noodles next time. The noodles were a lil too thick n chewy for me. Salad was nothings special, just eating large chunks of cabbage. The Sparrow Mallorc was also really good and refreshing, not overly sweet. The egg tarts had a creamy delicious custard and the dough was fluffy like a croissant, not crisp like pie. I prefer crisp but would still recommend. I also got the chai carrot cake which is really good. The chai spice compliments the sweetness well and walnut chunks add nice texture . I want to try all their desserts at Bird Bird Bakery bc the flavors are so unique and actually really good, unlike other bakeries that try to use interesting flavors but make it overly sweet. The staff were chill and kind. Pretty laid back, you have to get your own utensils and water. I do love that they have their own hot sauces. The brown one with tamarind was my favorite. Nice decos, not overly showy or fancy. Still family friendly n chill. The bench had nice comfy cushions.

Noodle Bird is a neighborhood favorite for a reason solid and consistent. Went with the heritage…read morepork and it was tender and flavorful throughout. Small space but well put together, good service and a good range of house drinks to choose from. Worth the visit. -Mr.

Maple Sichuan Breakfast Sandwich

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Half Charcoal Chicken

Duck Duck Goat

This was my favorite stop at my visit to Chicago earlier this month! Duck Duck Goat checks all the…read moreboxes from gorgeous interior and sultry ambiance offering different looks for each room, to mouth-watering dishes and stunning cocktails. We had the Dan Dan Slap Noodles, Crab Rangoon and Xiao Long Bao that had us wishing we came hungrier to try more dishes. The chef offers a new, fun twist to Chinese favorites; the pineapple and mascarpone-almond filling in the Crab Rangoon was excellent! Our wonderful server recommended the Dan Dan Slap Noodles, it being his favorite dish, and it did not disappoint! The Chai'd and True cocktail had me rethinking my opinions on bourbon it was so delightful. Come hungry!

I really wanted to love Duck Duck Goat as it was recommended by a friend. The atmosphere was great…read moreand the drinks were good. A few dishes, like the Duck Fried Rice, Pork Belly, and Beef Noodle Soup, were actually pretty solid. But the rest of the night was just so frustrating that I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. The Jiaozi were the first big letdown. The menu said they were beef short rib and bone marrow, but they didn't taste like that at all. The filling was just super mushy and the flavor was just weird. The manager and the food runner were nice when we mentioned it, but our actual server was a disaster. When we tried the Goat Noodles, all we could taste was cumin. It was so overwhelming that it covered up everything else. We couldn't even tell if there was actually any goat shoulder in there. When we told our waiter, she couldn't care less. She got totally defensive, wouldn't even listen to us, and just said, "Oh, I told you when you ordered that the dish is cumin forward" and walked away. It got worse when the bill came. She was holding on to the payment machine so hard and almost yanked it right out of my friend's hand. She was staring at it to see what we were tipping. It was so awkward and incredibly rude. No thank you, no nothing. She just grabbed it and left. The place has potential, but they really need to fix the food and retrain the staff. A cool vibe doesn't make up for bad food and awful service.

Join us for Dim Sum every Saturday from 12pm to 3pm.

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Duck Duck Goat To Go - Order via Caviar or Tock.

Mott St

Food and service were top-tier! The ambiance was cozy and inviting…read more From the moment we walked through the door until the time we left, everyone was professional, welcoming, and kind. We especially have to recognize Lauren. She was one of the most knowledgeable, patient, and professional staff members we've encountered, and she took our dining experience to a whole new level. Thank you, Lauren, for making our visit so memorable!

It was my 2nd time to this place. Food is very good. Not many vegetarian options but whatever they…read morehave is good except the Silken Tofu dish Love their Oyster Mushrooms. They are so so good, but very small quantity Brussel Sprouts was ok not so great Crispy Chili Cauliflower is also so so good If u like garlic, their Garlic Rice are very good too Deji Delight was good too. And their Lichi Mocktail is fine too.

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Bigsuda

4.3

(71 reviews)

4.1 mi

We walked in late on a Saturday afternoon and seated right away. The vibe is super cute. I really…read morelike the decor in there. We got the soup dumplings, the fried eggplant, and the shrimp fried rice to share because we were having dinner in a couple hours so we didn't want to fill up and it was the perfect amount of food and actually super tasty. Highly recommend!

Came here with a friend for dinner. I loved the atmosphere. It was dark and moody and would be a…read moregreat place for a date night. I found the food to be more family style where you get a few things and share them. The items dont really come as a main with a side but the portions are big so sharing and getting plenty of what you like is not an issue. My friend and I started with a bottle of Soju. It was a little smaller than expected. For the price I thought it would be one of the bigger Soju bottles but it was still fine to share. We got the pork and kurobuta soup dumplings and they were very good. The broth was warm and flavorful without being burn your mouth hot. We then shared the elote mandoo, jeera pork ribs and rosemary guobaorou. Both of our favorites ended up being the rosemary guobaorou. The sauce was amazing and the pork was frieded lightly with a crispy batter. Everything else was good as well. The ribs were really meaty and fell of the bone. The elote mandoo was the only thing I didnt love. You only got 3 small pieces and I thought it tasted more like cheese than corn. Like a Mac and cheese dumplings. The service was good. They did come by a lot to see if we wanted to order more things which became a little excessive at the end. We could have had 2 less drop by. Definitely a great spot to check out for dinner in the Wicker Park area.

W O K - F I R E D S T E A K S A L T E A D O

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Guabao rou

Del Seoul

Love this place for years. I'd highly recommend their fish tacos/beef tacos. So so good! They come…read morewith a refreshing crunch on top with like vegetables. Their fries comes with a seasoned garlic aioli, I love me some garlic aioli, but their fries don't really need it. They're perfectly seasoned with a gorgeous crunchy exterior to if. Service is fast, their ambiance is dark inside, seating is tight. Paid parking on the street. 5/5 would recommend their dishes to anyone who's looking for a quick bite, something refreshing but not overwhelming .

Del Seoul is a great spot for some Korean bites! We tried the K-Town Wings, Sesame-Chili Shrimp…read moreTacos, Kalbi Taco, and a side of Kimchi. To be honest, I probably wouldn't get the tacos again, and definitely make sure you read the size description for the Kimchi as it is quite small lol, but the K-Town Wings were some of the best wings I've had in the city! The inside is cute and quaint. Service is very straightforward and efficient, which is always a plus for a counter serve spot!

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Gaijin

Gaijin may be a small restaurant, but it makes a big impression the second you walk in. The dining…read moreroom isn't huge, but it has this lively energy that makes it feel exciting instead of crowded. I even was able to watch the chefs cooking just a few feet away. I could hear the sizzling from the grill, smell the food cooking, and by that point I was more than ready to eat. Our server was really nice and gave us a bunch of recommendations. Everything sounded good, but I ended up going with the Pork Belly Yakisoba. This dish was packed with flavor. The noodles had that smoky, slightly charred taste, and they were coated in just enough sauce to make every bite rich. The sauce brought a nice balance of savory, a little sweetness, and plenty of umami that soaked into the noodles. The pork belly was easily the best part. It was incredibly tender and juicy, with just enough fat that it practically melted in your mouth. Every piece had those caramelized edges that added even more flavor. Then you get the crunch from the cabbage and bean sprouts, the freshness from the scallions, and the little nutty flavor from the sesame that tied everything together. Hahaha I'd definitely come back. This is one of those dishes that sticked with me long after I left.

Great food place for okonomiyaki (Japanese cabbage pancakes) and kakigori (shaved ice)…read more We got the octopus Osaka-style, traditional Hiroshima-style, Gaijin salad, and black sesame kakigori.

Pandan-Coconut Donut

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Old fashioned

Quartino Ristorante

Great service. Amazing food. It does come out at different…read moretimes. You can also order half plates to share! The gnocchi was amazing. The lasagna was a showstopper.

We had a long travel day due to weather so I ordered ahead. So grateful an authentic place was…read morestill open for food orders at 10pm near our hotel. I ordered a mushroom pizza and the cheese was so good plus the funghi and crust. We ate there again the following night after a Cubs game. The bartender graciously took our order. We had the lemon kale salad, gnocchi and lasagna. The couple next to us had a to go order but they also were too hungry! Delicioso! Buon Appetito! Highly recommend. In the bar area we sat; mostly high tops there. A little more casual than the restaurant. But being a late night location, I'm sure if you are clothed and not drunk, they'll serve you.

PROSCIUTTO SAN DANIELE and Duck Prosciutto

Bathroom

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Coppa alla banana

The Purple Pig

A thousand percent YES Worth the wait…read more Worth the cost. Service, ambience and food delicious. Can't wait to come back and try more Whatever wine I had was SO good and so bad I can't remember the name because I want to go back to order it again

The first bite in Chicago... and what a delicious welcome!…read more My culinary adventure began at The Purple Pig, a Mediterranean spot in the heart of Chicago's Magnificent Mile. A James Beard Award-winning restaurant and Michelin Bib Gourmand honoree. The star of the meal? The divinely delicious Spanish Octopus. Cooked to perfection, so meaty and tender. And paired with marbled potatoes, sambuca, chimichurri, and Spanish chorizo. Every bite was beautifully balanced and flavorful. This octopus dish will be remembered. Service at the bar was attentive. And the restaurant was nice.

Chicago style hot dog

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Squid Ink Chitarra

Green Street Smoked Meats

Not sure what else to say than.. food is good. Just…read morefantastic! Closes thing to the Texas .. Chicago jalapeño poppers were my favorite. Meat is always fresh and good here! Counter boys were lil mean but who cares!

Attached to Sawada Coffee, I was surprised to see a BBQ joint located inside! As lunch time started…read moreapproaching, I noticed more and more people standing in line for Green Street. This prompted me to go check out what was on the menu. When I was greeted by someone to order, it seemed like they were a bit impatient or a bit annoyed that I was between two entrees. I understand that businesses get busy, but it is always important to treat everyone with respect! That being said, I ordered the brisket sandwich and it was great! The potato salad as a side was the perfect pair. Portion sizes were great and overall a good experience! I would go again to try some of the other options.

Chopped Brisket Hot Link Pork Ribs smoked turkey Elote Style Corn Baked Beans

Line to order + Menu

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