This was my 6th time trying to go to MCCB and I finally did it. If you want to come here, make sure…read moreyou have adequate time to wait for this place because it gets busy. The only downside is if you want to put your name down, it's a $10 fee. MCCB has bumped up my list of Chinese restaurants in Chicago. We ordered the Dan Dan noodles, green beans, special grilled fish with mala (amazing presentation), dry chili chicken, and mapo tofu. I loved everything we ordered and the mala had a good quick. My boyfriend even said that the special grilled fish looked like an "emperor's meal." The flavors are absolutely amazing and the price is not too bad. I can't wait for the next time I go to MCCB!

Disappointing experience--way too salty. I really wanted to…read morelike MCCB. Given how highly rated this restaurant is, my expectations were definitely up, but unfortunately, the food didn't deliver. I ordered the Dry Chili Chicken, and it was beyond salty--to the point where it was genuinely hard to eat. I was looking forward to the vibrant, spicy flavors MCCB is known for, but the overwhelming saltiness just took over the entire dish. I really expected better quality control from a spot with this much hype.

5 stars for the cold gluten salad and the flatbreads, 4 or 5 stars for the noodle soup. I'm…read morerounding up to 5 because, well, maybe I ordered wrong. The cold gluten salad is a true highlight here, with an impeccable springy texture and an absolutely perfect mix of chili oil and sesame in the seasoning. The flatbread was also a standout, being perfectly crunchy and flavorful alongside a cumin lamb with a good punch. I was less impressed by the hand-pulled noodles. The soup itself was fine, as were the lamb intestines (though I really prefer them grilled). However, for hand-stretched noodles, the noodles were just lacking and missing something. Maybe wheat noodles get better the further west you go, and it just isn't quite Lanzhou style.

An unassuming classic old school spot in Chinatown. Your meal comes with a tea and I loved the…read moresubtle jasmine floral fragrance! I tried the biang biang noodles, but which was a bit bibimbap-esque with the tomato and egg, black bean pork, braised beef, and minced sauce. This was awesome as I love each ingredient individually but normally can't choose between which noodle bow I want. Mixed together, this creates a heavenly flavor of sweet, sour, and umami. The biang biang noodles were thick, chewy and bouncy, and like wider longer belts. The texture was actually so addicting and I devoured my bowl almost instantly. My friend got the Szechuan spicy vermicelli pot with beef, but this needed a bit more flavor and spice. Adding vinegar helped! Our server was super nice and friendly and helped us pack all our leftovers too.

I love this place! It's open late and is always full. I came here for a very late dinner after a…read moreconcert and had some phenomenal General Tso's chicken and crab rangoons. Very affordable with large portions and a polite staff. There is plenty of seating inside and has a very clean and welcoming ambiance.

Affordable and quick restaurant that is open late with a huge menu. The mango smoothie is…read morerefreshing. I usually order the sizzling beef tenderloin with sweet saki sauce. They are able to accommodate separate checks when dining in a big group.

I love this place! Small, great food, quick in and out. The go to when in Chinatown.read more

The reviews for this place are all over…read more Personally was just looking for a spot to get a bahn mi sandwich and stumbled across this place. The food is decent, the bahn mi had a thinner than I like slices of meat but it was good. The pho broth was decent considering this place is doing two kinds of cuisine. Service is typical, dropping food and will come back at the end of the meal. Ambiance is casual, it's a hole in the wall in Chinatown.

This may have been a mistake on the restaurants end or they changed the quantity received in order,…read morebut opened order of tufu cabbage & mushroom dumplings and I only received 12 out of the 18 available slots in the packaging (see picture). Called the customer service number and chatted with an AI agent that was not really helpful - would have preferred to be connected to a real person. This platform is the only way to reach Qing Dumplings without having to drive back to store. Hoping to have hear back on what may have went wrong. Thanks. 3 stars - the ones I ate were delicious! Minus 2 stars due to lack of clarity surrounding order. For context: order #00019, May 21st. Customer initials L.F

It's a good place to taste variety of dumplings. Good for those who never tried dumplings in their…read morelife.

Brothless Ramen? Sure, why the heck not! This is as far out of my comfort zone as I go, by the way…read more Now, Kajiken may be a chain, but that didn't stop the experience from being mind-blowing. A five-star experience by definition. I'd ordered Homura, and stepped away to wash my hands. Just as I was sitting down, the bowl of hot fresh goodness was placed in front of me. Even when the place was busy, the service remains lighting-quick! friendly and attentive too! As for the bowl, it was absolutely fantastic! Upon mixing, everything went together perfectly. The flavors were tremendously savory and rich, with accents from the egg, seasonings, veggies, and a healthy amount of meat. The noodles were cooked perfectly too! The bowl was perfect as is, and needed nothing. I was worried the bowl would be dry, but this couldn't be farther from the truth, especially with the ladle of liquid on the bottom, everything was perfect! Now, there are various seasonings and flavor enhancers on the table, but they weren't needed, in my opinion. If you do choose to add some, be careful, as some pour fast and heavy! After happily slurping this thing down in record time, I also ordered a single helping of Chashu, as I generally love it and wanted to try. It too was brought to me in no time, and was thin, well balanced, and melted in my mouth. Where it comes to value, the bowl was $13.50, and the slice of chashu was $1.50, IIRC. Great, especially in light of what everything costs nowadays. Final verdict: Kajiken came, and it DELIVERED. Everything from start to finish was top notch, and for a very fair value of $13.50 for a fresh, tasty, and filling bowl of goodness.

Ordered the ramen and roast beef soba noodles for takeout on a friday night, so not able to comment…read moreon the service. But the ambiance of the restaurant was really nice and clean, decorated with lanterns and a wood themed interior The ramen was pretty lackluster - the noodles were very tough and under done and the broth was less savory than I would've liked for a tonkotsu. The soba noodles were flavorful but also could've been cooked better. For a $20+ dish I felt the portions were disappointing, especially since I think I was missing some toppings Overall, id be down to eat here again and would probably have a better experience the second time around if dining in instead

Stopped by Joy Yee Noodle mainly to try one of their famous drinks and was definitely not…read moredisappointed. I ordered the Mango Kiwi Slush from the self-service drink counter outside, and it was the perfect refreshment on a warm day. The slush was incredibly fresh, fruity, and refreshing. The sweetness was well-balanced, and the combination of mango and kiwi created a bright, tropical flavor that wasn't overly artificial or syrupy. Even though there was a bit of a wait, it was absolutely worth it once I took the first sip. One thing that stood out was the cup design. The wider shape of the drink makes it feel like you're getting a much more generous portion compared to many other boba and smoothie spots. Whether it's the presentation or the actual volume, it definitely gives you the sense that you're getting great value. If you're in the area and looking for a refreshing drink, the Mango Kiwi Slush is an easy recommendation. Fresh, satisfying, and a great way to cool down while exploring Chicago Chinatown.

Joy Yee -- a must-stop in Chicago's Chinatown!…read more If you're heading to Chinatown, do yourself a favor and stop at Joy Yee. Great place, great location, and the service is fast and friendly. We came in with the family and left full and happy. The smoothies are the real star here -- they specialize in them and it shows. Every single one we tried was the best, fresh fruit blended perfectly. If you think it's just a drive-through smoothie spot, walk on around -- they've got plenty of seating inside plus a great outdoor patio, perfect for a family meal. And the food? Top tier. The fried rice, the fried vegetables, and the orange chicken (spicy or not spicy, your call) were all delicious. The fried dumplings with that sweet chili sauce were a hit too. Easily one of the best places to eat in the neighborhood. Bring the family, grab a smoothie, and enjoy. We'll definitely be back

Excellent, Excellent, Excellent! I had to get straight to the point with this review!…read more Slurp Slurp is one of the best ramen spots in Chinatown. I ordered the ox tail ramen, and when I say I didn't put that spoon down until the bowl was almost empty, I mean it! It was juicy, tender and seasoned to perfection to accommodate the noodles. My first time here was a success and I can't wait for more :)

Ambiance - spacious, quiet for Wednesday night dinner…read moreService - food came out extremely fast and our server was nice Food - the shaved noodle texture stood out (super chewy), broth was definitely on the lighter end (anise and fennel flavor)