I ordered sushi to go from here and I appreciate that they have offers for free egg rolls or maki…read morerolls when you pay over a certain amount. I got more than $35 so I got the free Cali maki roll. Everything was ready by the time I got there after I called. They have such a diverse menu that I've heard is great no matter the type of cuisine, hard is pretty hard to do. Would definitely come again if I lived in the area, seems like a great spot for the local college students.

I was looking forward to trying this place out before a production at Lifeline Theatre. It was a…read moremixed experience. It's a cute little place, kind of kitschy, and I was welcomed warmly. Both staff members were so friendly! There was plenty of seating (which surprised me on a Friday evening). For an appetizer, I decided to try the Korean Corn Dog (which was marked as "recommended" on the menu). It was strange (though beautifully presented) - I was expecting something a little more savory or spicy for Korean - it was actually oddly sweet, with a Vienna-sausage-sized odd-tasting "dog" surrounded by a large, almost donut-like batter, and what seemed like a sweet ketchup and mayo kind of condiment pairing. It wasn't bad - it just seemed like it didn't know whether it wanted to be an appetizer or dessert. The shrimp pad thai was terrible. The shrimp were hammered -- so overcooked that they were leathery and tasteless. I think this is the first time I've had a dish with shrimp where I didn't finish the shrimp. And the pad thai itself was a gummy mess with no freshness - nothing green - no green onions or any vegetables other than bean sprouts, which had no crunch. There was a little bit of dry, tough red cabbage on the side. The crushed peanuts and lime helped, but not enough. A lot of local people (who seemed like regulars) were stopping in to pick up to-go orders, so I have to believe there is good food here. But I didn't get it.

We have now been to Indie Cafe four times, and after each visit we say it will probably be our…read morelast. Unfortunately, our most recent experience confirmed that decision. We arrived right at opening for dinner service, along with only one other couple. We were allowed to choose our own seats, which was a nice start. Our server asked if we wanted cocktails, and we ordered draft beer from the menu -- only to be told they no longer serve beer on draft. If that's the case, it really should be removed from the menu. The service throughout the evening was unfriendly and rushed. After taking our order, the server quickly removed all the menus from the table. Since we were ordering sushi, we likely would have ordered additional items if we had been allowed to keep a menu. One of our favorite items at most sushi restaurants is the salmon skin hand roll, but this version was terrible. The salmon skin was extremely hard, dry, and difficult to eat -- more like stale pork rinds than properly prepared salmon skin. Normally, salmon skin is lightly broiled and served warm in the roll. This tasted as though it had been deep fried long before serving and left sitting in a container until needed. When the server asked how our meal was, we politely explained the issue with the salmon skin. Rather than acknowledging the concern, she insisted that this is how it is supposed to be made. The rest of the food was just average at best. Honestly, because we came at the beginning of dinner service, much of it tasted like leftovers from lunch. We still left a tip, but after several disappointing visits and consistently rude service, we will not be returning.

If you're looking for good Asian food near Thorndale, get yourself to Indie Cafe for some real…read moreauthentic eats. First, you'll get a flavor of the place from the funky art on the wall. This place really has atmosphere. We got the papaya salad (crisp, fresh ingredients with lots of flavor), the drunken noodles (deep flavorful noodles with plenty of shrimp) and the Panang Curry (creamy, sweet and spicy). The waitstaff are more than happy to go through the menu and help you decide what you're in the mood for. Just be warned - when they say it's spicy, it's *really* spicy, which is great if that's what you want (I do!). Good to have authentic Asian fare in the Northern reaches of the city. Stop by and try Indie Cafe, you won't be sorry!

My lovely wife and I were visiting Edgewater on a very rainy Saturday. When the steady drizzle…read moreturned into a downpour, we thought it would be a good idea to go for an early lunch. We decided to check out En Lai Asian Grill on Broadway. It supposedly opens at 11AM, but when we tugged on the door it was still locked. Seconds later the proprietor came to open the door, and we sat at the window table so that we could watch passersby battling the elements. We practically had the restaurant all to ourselves during this early lunch slot, and that was fine with us. We were pleased that they offer lunch specials, and they are good on a Saturday as well. Each lunch special comes with a can of soda. I went with a plate of beef lo mein, certainly a decent sized portion for lunch that satisfied my craving for noodles. My love enjoyed the sweet and sour chicken, which comes with fried or white rice. It was nice that the sauce was served separately in the bowl (with a few chucks of pineapple) so that they do not soak the breaded pieces of chicken. I wouldn't say En Lai is a destination restaurant, but the food is pretty decent and our total bill including tax was under $20 for our two lunch specials - not too shabby. Now about that rain...

We live in the neighborhood and wanted to try something new for takeout and opted for En Lai. They…read morehave a huge menu with a lot of options from sushi to noodles to curry to soups, including Korean, Thai, Indian, and Japanese dishes. The don't skip on the portion sizes and everything is pretty well priced. We ordered veggie chow fun, tofu curry, spring rolls, and gyoza. The food was ready quickly (it was a slow day for them) and traveled well. It looked like they had a huge dining area for people who eat there. The food was pretty good! Nothing incredible but Asian comfort food that warms you up and really hits the spot. We will definitely order from them, especially as you can get a small discount if you order ahead on their website.

I like coming here when I want some relatively healthy fast food…read more When you come in you can order on a tablet Service is pretty quick so you can take it to go or dine in There are lots of spaces to eat inside and a patio area to sit outside when it's warm, or take your food out to the lake The kimchi fries are perfect to share and you can keep the cheese on the side for any lactose intolerant eaters to dip at their own risk The chicken bowls are perfect for a post workout meal and the salad has a sweet dressing that contrasts well with the savoriness of the rest of the bowl

I dont frequent the area a lot so this place is totally new to me and some friends recommended it…read more Their burger was really good. It's very juicy and not overcooked. I had the Tonkatsu rice bowl and the Mayo was spot on. We also had the dumpling and I tried two of them and one was really spicy but with the dipping sauce I loved it and I want to go back for it. I would definitely go back whenever I'm in the area to try more stuff on the menu. Parking might be a bit of an issue it is street parking all over the place service was great and the place was a bit small but clean very cozy. Happy eating!

I am thrilled! I was craving a bite of sushi so I decided to walk over to this place to try it for…read morethe first time. I got the Boston roll and the garlic chicken rice bowl. The chicken bowl was actually even better than I expected. The Boston roll is good and the fish tested good quality. Who knew such a good spot was just a few blocks from me! I'll be back.

Not bad. We ordered through Uber Eats and tried: - Karaage…read moreDon Rice Bowl - Firecracker Sushi Roll - Chirashi Don - Yatai Ramen They were all okay. A little light on the toppings.

We started off with the Saigon sampler, and it was a very tasty start to the meal. It was mainly…read morefried food, so I loved dipping all of them in the fish sauce and sweet and sour! I got the bbq pork banh mi with fries; I loved how juicy the bbq pork was and the crispy fries paired so well with it. The service was perfect since they always came by to refill our waters or if we needed anything. Additionally, he made a few recommendations to us since it was our first time here. The ambiance was very clean and modern for a spot in Argyle. I enjoyed the vibe it gave, and I liked how there was a ton of sauces to use on the table.

I just picked up my order and didn't like the vibe at all. There were a lot of people eating and I…read moredidn't want to make them feel uncomfortable so I stood faced away from the other customers towards the register, waiting for my order and one of the guys looked embarrassed I was standing so he said to sit down in a controlling way. That rubbed me off wrong. Never ordering here again if the people aren't even inviting. I wasted $60 trying to support a business that looks at me like I'm a homeless bum marching into their restaurant.

This place has fabulous food! The service was excellent. Loved the peaceful music. We ordered the…read morecashew chicken....loved it!

Everything's pretty mediocre. Nothing's bad but not very memorable either…read more Fried rice's kinda bland and dry . Not very strong curry flavor. Chicken's pretty dry as well Basil roasted duck. Quite lot of duck meat but there's no basil at all. Really wish there's basil in it Crab Rangoon's pretty crispy Wing's kinda dry as well and not much flavor

While the ambiance is blasé and the service when I was there was standard, the food was so…read morefantastic that I easily give A&F's a 5-star rating. Great, GREAT food. And a friend with whom I was traveling (a carnivore) loved his meal too! I had the Banh Mi. Totally yummy. I want to take this place home with me!

We were so happy to discover this gem in uptown! Our family wishes there were more vegan/vegetarian…read morerestaurants in Chicago! Sad to recently witness at least 3 vegan restaurant closures in our Logan Square neighborhood. Everything at Alice & Friends was super tasty and fresh! Also impressive presentations. Our server Abi was very well informed and her recommendations were spot on. Even our meat and potatoes friend from Minnesota was enjoying everything. We look forward to returning, especially exploring their dessert menu that we are told is amazingly delicious. It's byo, so we brought our favorite beer. They do charge 25 cents for to go containers so eat up if you don't like paying that