3LP got a lot of buzz for years as an Asian fusion street food spot operating out of a ghost kitchen. I love seeing a local brand succeed, and was super excited to hear that they were finally able to open a storefront! We sheepishly arrived 10 minutes before closing after unsuccessfully trying to find another spot that was open. Although they were closing up, the owner was super nice and offered to take our order anyway. Everything looked super good, but eventually we decided on the S&P fried chicken sandwich and the small BBQ chicken bowl. I did find the BBQ sauce to be a bit sweet with a medicinal tinge. The chicken itself could have been crispier, but the flavor was good overall. However, this was absolutely a great value for the price, as the small bowl was still massive. The S&P sandwich was a house favorite and did not disappoint- the chicken was perfectly seasoned and crispy, complementing the buttery brioche bun and creamy sauce really well. The fries were freshly cut and also very tasty. I would definitely return to try more of the menu- in particular, the hot pot beef sandwich and pork fried rice, which both looked delicious. I would recommend visiting if you're in the area and looking for a filling, affordable meal. read more

3LP - S&P chicken sandwich - Chinese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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3LP makes amazing fusion food. It is Chinese and American items coming together and creating magic. They've got the best chicken sandwich in all of Illinois, probably one of the best chicken sandwiches in all of the world. It's a salt and pepper style Chinese-style chicken sandwich: jalapenos, the cream sauce from your honey walnut shrimp, a dark meat fried chicken patty on a brioche bun. With jalapenos it is incredible. They've also got great Italian beef, which is a Chicago staple with a Chinese twist. They added the Szechuan flavor to give it that kick with the jardiniere. It is a must order and the best Italian beef I've ever had. I also really love the crab rangoon's creaminess inside the rangoon with the sweet and sour dip. The orange chicken that uses real oranges was great. They even do a passion fruit Kool-Aid here and a yuzu lemonade. Just a great job on merging dishes together and still keeping its core authenticity. 3LP is a Chicago staple and I hope they open more locations outside of the city. read more

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I had high hopes and they were quickly extinguished as soon as I opened my box. I got the chicken teriyaki and rice and to say that it was gross is an understatement. The rice was dry and stuck together and the chicken was also dry and had ZERO teriyaki on it. Food wasn't even warm. The spring roles were equally unappetizing and cold and no sauce. Would not return. read more

3LP - Chinese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

3 Little Pigs is definitely a hole in the wall spot, but the food is solid. I have been here twice now and overall it has been a good experience. On my first visit, I tried the char siu and was not too impressed. The sauce leaned a bit too sweet and did not really taste like traditional Chinese BBQ, so it fell a little flat for me. The hot pot sandwich, however, really stood out the first time I came. It comes with a hot pot style broth to dip the sandwich into, along with fries, and it was incredibly flavorful and comforting. On my second visit, the broth was not as flavorful, though the beef was still very tender and the bread was soft. It was still good, just missing that punch of flavor from the first time, so it might need a bit of quality control. During our second visit, I also tried the fried chicken sandwich, which also comes with fries, and it ended up being my favorite item on the menu. The coating was perfectly crunchy, the chicken was juicy, and there was a subtle salt and pepper flavor that I absolutely loved. The fries were really crispy and flavorful and paired perfectly with the sandwich. This is definitely a must get. Overall, a small spot with some really strong items, especially the fried chicken sandwich. I would still come back and just hope for a bit more consistency. read more

3LP - Chinese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Last week, I ordered a Mongolian Veg entree and spring rolls. As I was going to pick it up, I got a text saying they were out of Mong Veg but offered no other alternatives. When I got there, there was only one person working the kitchen and the orders. When I got his attention, he told they had no vegetarian substitute. I asked if I coud just still get the spring rolls and get the entree taken off my credit card. They said yes. It has been over a week. I have not been reimbursed. read more

Came in for the chicken sandwich and it did not disappoint. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and full of flavor. Everything tasted fresh and put together the right way. What really stood out though was the team. Super friendly from the moment you walk in, quick service, and they actually make you feel welcome. The owner is truly one of one!!!!! You can tell he takes pride in the place and it shows through the service and overall experience. Overall, great food, great people, and a great experience. Definitely coming back. read more

This is a collaboration between 3lp & professor pizza. Fried dough pizza gave an absolute crazy crunchy aspect to the pizza. Twas hefty to say the least , easy enough for 2 adults with the heftiest of appetites. Cheap also. Think I paid like $13. It doesn't rank amongst the best pizza Chicago has to offer but the price point alone will have it being popular. read more

3LP - Cheesey Fried Crust .. (Mozzarella cheese x 2, grated parmesean, Fried Pizza pizza sauce, and oregano) - Chinese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've been a huge supporter of Henry and 3LPChi since its Humboldt ghost kitchen days. I've always enjoyed the unique take on Chinese flavors. The salt and pepper chicken sandwich was my favorite fried chicken sandwich. We were downtown and went out of our way to the Bridgeport location specifically to dine in and enjoy our food freshly made. Unfortunately, our experience was not good. The space looked tired and was dirty. We arrived right after they opened on Sunday. So it wasn't because they didn't have time to clean after customers. Tables were clearly not wiped down and the floor was sticky. It was disappointing. You order at the kiosk and wait for your food. We ordered a lot of food because it's been a while since we had their food. We each had salt & pepper chicken sandwiches which came with curly fries, crab rangoons and shrimp chips. The food was pipping hot. The chicken sandwich was large. The flavors were still good, but the chicken was dry and over-cooked at the edges. Almost as if it was re-fried to heat up. So disappointing. My daughter ended up ripping off the breading. We enjoyed the crab rangoons, there wasn't much crab, but it's the same with most places. The shrimp chips are homemade and very good. Don't save for later, they are best fresh and will go stale quickly. They used to come with the sandwich, but I understand why they don't anymore. They are worth the price, I highly recommend! It was our first time at the Bridgeport location and will most likely be our last. Maybe we'll try the take out in Avondale since it's closer to home. read more

3LP - Chinese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Based on take out service experience only. The camera ate first sorry! This was hands-down one of the best chicken sandwiches we've had in the city. We ordered the spicy chicken and dumplings. It was delicious and we would order again. read more

3LP - Pork Dumplings - Chinese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Ordered pickup... the chicken sandwich was extremely dry. Potstickers overcooked.. shrimp fried rice was extremely bland, sticky and oily all at the same time. First time ordering from there and will likely be the last. read more

First time at 3LP at Bridgeport location! Saw this place on TikTok and I'm glad I came in. The most popular items are their lemon pepper sandwich, bbq pork, and fried rice. We tried the bbq pork which was topped with a delicious house made glaze, the fried rice (mixed in bbq pork) and the fried teriyaki chicken. All came out hot and fresh. The inside is extremely small, so expect to have to take your food to-go, depending on how many diners they have at the time. If you do get to dine in, there's a few seats by the window and 2-3 large tables. I wish they had a location in the burbs, but it's somewhere I would drive to if I'm craving it. read more

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The good, the bad, and the ugly. The good - The chicken pieces. Hot, crispy, fresh, and delicious. The bad - Everything else. Sides are complete non-starters. The salt and pepper crinkle cut fries are standard issue mid-grade frozen. That's not a big problem if they're properly cooked. These weren't. They were soggy and barely seasoned. The so-called Garlic Butter Rice was a misstep. The rice was dried out and slightly crunchy and the only butter this rice ever saw was if they were stacked next to each other on the back of a Sysco truck. All of this is especially off putting as we were the first customers of the day in the middle of the week. We disagreed on the signature Hot Pot Beef sandwich. Tasted by itself, the beef didn't have much flavor, nor did the jus provided on the side. All the taste came from the relatively small amount of giardinera on top and that flavor was HOT. Like blazingly hot to the exclusion of any other flavor. I couldn't be bothered to finish my half of the sandwich. My partner liked the beef but not enough to return for it. The ugly - The interior of the restaurant. Maybe it's a deliberate decor decision but the interior looks cheap and grimy. I might not mind so much if a truly meh lunch for 2 wasn't close to $40. Oh yeah, you order from a kiosk and they expect a tip, too. read more

3LP - Lemon Pepper Chicken Box with Garlic Rice - Chinese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Great fried chicken and actually rly good fries. Doesn't need sauce which is pretty rare. Sando was also fire, juicy chicken and good flavor read more

I saw this on the infatuation and again I am disappointed. There is not a lot of seating and it is giving hole in the wall. There is very limited interaction with staff and their menu was cut back significantly. For $17 dollars, the char shiu pork was dry and didn't have much flavor outside of the sauce. The garlic rice tasted like really old unwashed rice with dried garlic bits on it. No garlic flavor at all. The only okay thing is the salt and pepper pork but it still was not the saving grace. It was giving an AI interpretation of chinese american food. I definitely would not get it again especially for $17. read more

3LP - pork combo box - Chinese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I absolutely love 3LP. My first experience with their food was during COVID when we were trying to support local restaurants and came across information about them on Instagram. We placed a to go order through their page and were given instructions to pick up the food later that night. We showed up on a near-deserted street and it seemed a bit sketchy until more and more people began arriving for their orders and the owner then pulled up with everyone's food. He was incredibly kind and personable and the food was unbelievable. It was one of our best meals during COVID. Fast forward to the present day, and we finally had the chance to try a 3LP brick and mortar location. It was every bit as good as we remembered, and I was obsessed with their chicken sandwich. I'm glad to see how far they've come in about five years and I keep on rooting for their continued success. read more

I was excited for first 3lp brick and mortar location to open up in my neighborhood. I had heard such great things and had really high expectations. I decided to try it out and I got the choose 2 box, orange chicken and sweet pineapple chicken. I was left disappointed. The serving size was just okay. The orange chicken was bland and it didn't taste like orange, or at least what orange chicken normally tastes like. The pineapple chicken was better and was sweet. Finally, the fried rice was just ok. It had too much garlic for my liking. Overall, the food was just ok. I would only return to try the sandwiches as most of the reviews on here talk about how great they are. read more

3LP - Orange chicken and Pineapple chicken box - Chinese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

3 Little Pigs is the real deal. You can expect quick service, generous portions, and (most importantly) ridiculously well-seasoned, chunky fried chicken at both their new Bridgeport brick-and-mortar and South Loop pop-up. On a Wednesday afternoon, I submitted an online order for the Lunch Special that comes with fried chicken (mine was lemon pepper), fried or white rice, 3 egg rolls, 2 sauces, and a coke and that was ready in exactly 10 minutes. Every bite of this chicken is a symphony of crackly, crunchy goodness with a zing from the lemon and pepper. Chef Cai's choice to use chicken thighs ensures every bite is equally as juicy. While the spring rolls are nothing to write home about, it's very cool that 3 were included! Paired with white rice and added green beans (from home), an order could be enough for two meals if you can stop yourself from eating all the fried chicken. In Chicago's competitive fried chicken scene, 3 Little Pigs is living up the hype as Chef Cai strives to perfect classic Chinese-American takeout. This new loyal customer will definitely be back to try their other renowned items. read more

I know of 3LP presence for a while before I finally ate at this establishment. It's moved around, but for now, it is in the Bridgeport neighborhood. We ordered several items on the menu, some of their signature well known items: salt+pepper chicken sandwich - great, def a contender for best chicken sandwich in Chicago! spicy chicken sandwich - too salty crab rangoon - good size, wish it was crispier 3lp fried rice - surprisingly not too salty esp w/ spam, good, kinda artificially red bbq char siu - pork is on the soft and chewier side for chinese bbq, mildly seasoned, wish it was sweeter for that carmelization, it's different. We had the great luck of seeing Henry Cai, the owner and face of 3LP! He was very personable and spent a lot of time talking to the customers eating in his establishment. I think that alone was a fun experience. read more

I've followed 3 little pigs for a while. I was excited to try. I tried the first time for Lunch when they had a pop up at Molly's cupcake. It was underwhelming and nothing to remember. Recently having a conversation with someone about local restaurants made me want to give them another try. I heard the smash burgers were a must but not on the menu today. I decided to grab an appetizer while on the go. Tried their crab rangoon and it was bland. The sauce didn't enhance or help at all. Also when I went to pickup my order the workers were having a personal conversation for several minutes before acknowledging me. read more

Loved the Chiken Sandwich. Comes with curly fries. Had the Lemonade. It was just right. However the STAR at this place is the pork. I strongly recommend Orange Chicken and Pork combo with garlic rice. Worth every penny. Met an owner. He was really cool to talk too. Next location to drop into is in Hyde Park. Gotta have the Spicy Chicken. read more

3LP - Chicken Sandwich. Ask them to half it - Chinese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

TLDR: The spicy chicken sandwich CARRIED!!!! Would come back for this. Ngl i was a bit skeptical trying out this place after reading the reviews, but the spicy chicken sandwich was so good, I'd come back even if other teams didn't live up to the hype. Spicy chicken sandwich: 5/5, incredibly juicy, perfect amount of spice. Not a Nashville-style hot chicken, more like peppercorn/peppery. Spicy level was maybe 2/5 for me, which is easily enjoyable. Probably top 5 personal faves when it comes to hot chicken sandwich. Lemon pepper chicken: 4/5, also tasted great but I felt they were a little bit drier than the sandwich. Still great nonetheless! Bbq pork: 4/5, a mix between American style bbq (the wet sauce) and chasiu (the seasoning). My husband really enjoyed this. Personally, i think it's a great concept and tasted great, but it's just personal preference to keep it separate lol. Fried rice: 3.5/5, it was cooked "al dente" and flavor was good. Had that red chasiu color which we thought was interesting. Besides the color, this tasted very similar to any fried rice you get some a Chinese restaurant. Our friends however really enjoyed this. Fries: 1/5. Skip this lol. Tasted stale and under salt. Ketchup wasn't even available. Service: 5/5, food came out fairly quick. read more

3LP - Lemon pepper chicken, fried rice, spicy chicken sandwich, bbq pork - Chinese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

REAL TALK: I fell in LOVE with their 3 pigs design on their brown bag, so I knew I had to come here no matter what! I had read the story about the longtime loyal following of Chef Henry Cai, so I wanted to check out 3 Little Pigs, aka 3LP. This is also their first brick-and-mortar location, located in the Bridgeport 'hood. The menu is pretty extensive, offering various apps/sides, offer 'Boxes', Fried Chicken Sandwiches, Beef Sandwich, Burgers, wraps, noodles, salads, BBQ, fried rice, and drinks. I ordered: +Crab Rangoon - larger than normal, these come with 3 pieces and a side of their house sweet and sour sauce; the skin was a little thicker, and I wished these were crispier; regardless, the crab/cream cheese filling was generous and this was still a yummy app +the Original Salt & Pepper Fried Chicken Sandwich - deep-fried seasoned chicken topped with fried garlic, sauteed jalapenos, and original mayo, sandwiched between a brioche bun; the online menu stated it was served with a side of Chinese pickles in the description, but the item title stated it was served with fries (curly fries); this was pretty delicious! The chicken HUGE, and it was seasoned and cooked perfectly; the toppings, especially those sauteed jalapenos, made this so good; definitely can get messy with the mayo, but it was finger-licking good! +Veggie Fried Rice - prepared with peas, carrots, broccoli, white onions, green onions, beansprouts, and eggs; not sure if I was a fan of the flavors, but I'm thinking if I added some soy sauce and chili oil at home, it could be better? I'd like to try their Dry Chili Lemon Pepper Chicken, the Sweet & Sour Pineapple Chicken, the Shrimp Fried Rice, the Original Hot Pot Beef, and the OG Fat Head Henry Burger on the next visit! Order is done at one of the two kiosks that are available. The place is cozy and cute, and there's a handful of seating. I absolutely loved the decor and the mural on their building! Staff were super kind, friendly, and welcoming! Street parking can be found in the area. Definitely check this super local, small business out! +Original Salt & Pepper Fried Chicken Sandwich! +friendly & kind staff! +kiosk ordering +street parking available read more

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I ordered delivery through the Dwell app. I was excited to try their food but it was truly inedible. The fried rice was wet/dense and super salty. The bbq pork was also salty and the texture was tough. This was unusual for me because I typically need to add more salt to my dishes. It was a complete waste of $70 because I ended up having to toss most of it away. : ( read more

This place has really gone down hill. The inside is pretty disgusting inside. Dirt floor/tables/seats. The kitchen area is cluttered and a mess also. I wish I would have walked over before placing my order on the electronic kiosk. Unfortunately, it was too late and I already hit send. I walked over to see if they had a bathroom. Nope I had to go next-door. As I was asking, I was caught off guard by both of the employees in the kitchen standing there on their phones. I ordered the hot pot beef. This is supposed to be one of their staple sandwiches. There was little to no beef on the sandwich at all. The bread was stale. About the only thing Hot was the au jus. The fries that came with it were absolutely disgusting. They definitely did not cook them long enough. They were cold mushy potatoes with hot grease all over them. I definitely will not be returning to this place ever again. And remember, take a look around before you place an order! read more

Food was amazing!!! I love their salt and pepper chicken with the lemon pepper chicken. The curly fries were also really seasoned and fresh. The service was quick, and the owner was really friendly. They have some dining space inside, but they have a huge patio area in the back. Would definitely recommend and come back again! read more

Best chinese food in the area. Only place better is happiness. I recommend the crab rangoon and the fried rice. Simply how it should be done this place sets the bar for bridgeport. Great service and even better food. Do not be fooled by the hole on the wall vibes. read more

Staff and owner were great. I got the orange chicken and bbq pork with noodles. Everything was okay. I would like to try the other dishes there before making a final judgement. read more

3LP - Chinese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

3LP opened in Bridgeport about a month ago and I've been there 7+ times already. Standouts, any of the fried rice dishes, both chxn sandwiches or any of the fried chicken with the sauces. Standout is definitely the Char Siu. It's so good. It's got a perfect flavor but how the pork is cooked is so tender, I crave it all the time. 10/10 must eat. read more

3LP - Char siu - Chinese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

What a fantastic brunch! The flavors were so fresh, and the portions were generous. It's the perfect way to start a weekend morning. I'll be back next Sunday! read more

This is my second time at 3LP, and I must say, whether it's out of a ghost kitchen or a brick-and-mortar location, this place continues to be fire! This time around, I decided to go with the Chili Oil Noodles, Meat Lovers Fried Rice, and The Triad Sandwich (pictured). 3LP is quickly becoming a Chicago staple with the various dishes they are putting out. read more

3LP - Chinese Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I had somewhat high hopes hearing about this place- especially watching the videos playing of the chef in the restaurant. You order through a kiosk which was fine and easy. Ordered the combo plate with orange chicken and pork, along with veggie rice. Partner ordered lemon pepper and pork along with veggie rice. The rice was the best part of the dish- but it tasted just like any normal fried rice. It wasn't any better than any fried rice I've had. The weird thing was my rice was different colored than my partners- even though we both ordered veggie rice. His was darker and had more flavor and mine was lighter with less flavor. Just odd. The chicken was not good. It wasn't tender, didn't have much flavor and dry. The pork was ok. We didn't finish anything and wasn't worth to keep for leftovers. It tasted like very basic low end dry takeout- and not the good flavorful type. Three stars because it was ok, we felt fine after eating it and there weren't any issues with customer service. It just wasn't as good as I had hoped. Edit- added a star because I do appreciate the owner reaching out and offering a redo. It's not something I can do at the moment, but definitely appreciated. I'd be willing to try them again. read more

Had the chance to order the limited special release of BBQ ribs through Instagram DM like the old days. Did not disappoint! Happy to hear that he's adding to the menu permanently in the future. Also, had the Spicy hot chicken sandwich which was perfectly crispy and juicy with subtle Chinese flavors that made it stand out from all other chicken sandwiches in Chicago. read more

The hot pot beef is where it's at! So flavorful and juicy, met and exceeded my expectations! Have also tried the salt and pepper, orange, and lemon pepper chicken which were all served with veggie fried rice. The chicken, in all variations, was perfectly cooked and tender. The crunch of the fry is out of this world. Cannot wait to come again to try the burger! read more

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This American Chinese restaurant is the best! I tried many foods from the menu. Including spicy chicken sandwich, crab rangoon, bbq pork char siu, salt & pepper chicken and more. Every item hit the spot and was delicious. By far the best American Chinese fusion spot in Chicago ! Every bag is also personalize by hand when ordering. Wish they would be open for lunch! Would come back read more

When they first opened, the spicy fried chicken sandwich was amazing. Crispy, well seasoned, good quality meat. The meat quality now is horrible. Chewy and tough. I tried the fried rice as well, maybe it was because it was later in the evening, but it was very dry and lacking in flavor. With the prices being charged here, I'd pass on this place, unless they get the quality they had when they first opened. read more

I wish there were more modern fast American-Chinese food restaurants in Chicago. I recently had the chance to try 3LP after hearing so much about them on social media the last few years. However, the first time I went, I felt pretty disappointed with my meal, but decided to give them another chance. My first order consisted of: Crab Rangoon, Orange Chicken + BBQ Pork Combo with Pork Fried Rice, and the Salt and Pepper Chicken Sandwich. The crab rangoon was solid and ended up being the only thing I finished. Everything else was a bit of a let down. So many people hyped up the Salt and Pepper Chicken Sando, but I felt like it was rather bland. The piece of chicken on this sandwich is huge -- which is nice and well cooked -- but having just salt and pepper seasoning on a huge, thick piece of chicken just got boring really quick. The orange chicken plate entree didn't seem to take with the sauce they used. It felt like fried chicken pieces sitting on top of sauce. I didn't have that sticky, saucy texture that I was looking for and also didn't hit the spot sauce wise. The bbq pork was solid, but not out of this world. Let's be honest, BBQ Pork from any of the Chinese BBQ spots in Chinatown are already all very good. I feel like the ceiling is low, and the floor is already high for Char Siu. And finally, I felt like the Pork fried rice was okay, but had way too many bean sprouts in it. The 2nd go around, I "strategically" used my knowledge and experienced shortcomings from the first time to give them another chance. Instead of Salt and Pepper Chicken Sando - I got the Spicy Chicken Sando Instead of the Pork Fried Rice - I got the 3LP Fried Rice Instead the Orange Chicken + BBQ Pork combo - I just got a straight up order of the BBQ Pork And then I also added on the burger just to try. Highly highly highly recommend the Spicy Chicken Sando. It saved this place for me and made me want to come back -- now I will be back it will be a must get everytime I am back. The burger was not bad, but I felt like the spicy Chinese mustard was overpowering the rest of the flavors. The 3LP fried rice was much more flavorful and enjoyable than the Pork fried rice (no bean sprouts, and also has Chinese sausage in it). I think there are still a lot of improvements to be made. I know their menu is still evolving, as they removed wraps from the menu a bit ago. The decor, cleanliness, and ambiance of this location is a bit of mess and organization is definitely needed. I think the there is a lot to grow off of, with lots of potential if a few tweaks are made. I really want to see this place succeed and think a Restaurant Manager may be a spot position to fill -- or reconsider if it is already filled. Despite my 3 star review, this place is still worth a shot. If the spicy chicken sandwich was the first and only thing I tried here, it'd easily be 4+ stars. read more

Food was delicious and everything was fresh! The pricing was reasonable and the establishment was very clean.

Great people and great food! Been following Henry and 3LP since their ghost kitchen days, so happy they have a brick & mortar in the neighborhood! Most unique sandwich goes to the Hot Pot Italian Beef, everything else was great as always. Highly recommend! read more

I ordered off Uber Eats. I was excited to try this place after seeing all the reviews and was disappointed. The hot beef sandwich was cold and dry and flavorless. The au jus cup, was 1/2 full and had good flavor, but they didn't provide enough for the full sandwich. The crab rangoon, just aight, not the best in the city and not worth $10 at all. The egg fried rice was the ultimate disappointment, totally flavorLESS. I'm really sad because I was excited to try this place, but it was not it. Not sure if it's because I ordered late in the day or if the chefs are new, but it was a total miss for me. read more

I see the owner responds to certain reviews. Waiting to get one from him. Seeing he took my money and never provided product, I hope others read this and order with caution. I work very hard for my money just as most people do and to be dishonest and a thief is nothing I support for the neighborhood. Patiently waiting for my refund. Make it right. read more