Autea Sweets &amp; Eats

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2 years ago

We came here with some friends after eating in Chinatown nearby. I didn't realize Autea had food so will keep that in mind for the future. We shared a mango taro ball shaved ice (taro balls, small glutinous rice balls, tapioca pearls, mango, and shaved ice). I was expecting it to be super sweet but was pleasantly surprised that it was only mildly sweet. All of the ingredients were delicious but my only complaint is that it could have had more shaved ice. We will be back to try other menu items! read more

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Cici C.

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One of the best coconut coffee we have had ever. The density of the coconut cream and the coffee was just different enough that it doesn't mix immediately, required a few swirls. The coconut cream is light and just the right Asian sweet level. And the coffee is not too acidic but just the right amount of bitter for me. Super surprised how good this drink was, as it was a totally random order! read more

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Vicky C.

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I love shaved ice cream and wanted to try this new place. They had some good options and let me change out toppings. The server was very helpful and they brought us the drinks and ice cream we did not have get up to get our desserts. They also have some games you can play and everything was clean and nice for groups. Definitely will be back! read more

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Victoria F.

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Like many other reviewers, I was excited to see that another Asian dessert place had popped up after Meetfresh closed. I was happy to discover that Autea is an improvement on the old Meetfresh in terms of ambiance, service, variety, and food quality (in my opinion). We stopped by on a Friday night and it was almost full! Definitely a great place to hang out after dinner and spend time with friends. The decor is fun and cute. We ordered on one of the kiosks up front, and the food came out in a timely manner. We got one shaved ice dish and a warm taro ball dessert. I loved the different combinations and options. The purple yam shaved ice dessert was huge! The texture of the shaved ice was fluffy, and somehow it took forever to melt. I saw that there were many other savory options to choose from, so that might be a quest for another day. read more

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Jasma F.

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Had the Brown Sugar Milk Tea w/boba and it was delicious! The boba had a good texture, I will be back!

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Kit C.

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They've made a great improvement since before they were "meet fresh". Not sure if the owner is the same but I love this redo. The dessert is a lot more fresh, the options are endless and you can modify to your own preference. I tried the house special dessert and fried chicken wings. The chicken wings were not as "fresh" but the flavor was good. The service is very slow since there's only one person serving food AND cleaning all the tables, alone. Not sure why the system has changed but it would have been a lot easier if they can call out our order number and we pick up the food ourselves. The restaurant has a new decor which is cute and IG worthy. read more

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Snoopy L.

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1 year ago

nice flavor and very spacious inside!!! not too sweet so very yummy. They have a special tea called duck shit, very interesting concept. Would love to go here again and the menu is ginormous so many to choose from. I am really interested and like this. read more

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Conibei S.

1 year ago

Located near main chinatown area, this not so hidden gem has the best bingsu! They also have main entree that are worth to try. read more

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Lani C.

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3 years ago

I was originally lowkey upset about Meet Fresh getting replaced, but my visit to Autea did not disappoint! Love the new decor- somehow feels brighter, warmer, and more welcome. Service was good. I ordered from the kiosk and it was brought directly to my table even though I didn't have a number card or anything. And for customers of the old Meet Fresh, no need to bus your own table here! I came here after a big meal, so unfortunately did not get to try any of the food items. The photos look delicious though! I'll definitely have to update once I try. The shaved ice though? A+. The taro/potato mochi isn't the best, but every other ingredient was perfect, especially that scoop of mashed taro (it's not ice cream!). My only complaint is the lack of menus outlining each of the dessert options. There was a menu for the drinks and a menu for the food, but I ended up having to click into each item on the kiosk to see what was in each dessert option. read more

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Shannon L.

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2 years ago

Had a great time at dinner with my friend. The inside is so big. Loved the decor and interior design. We got the edemame & vegetable gyoza to share. The edemame is perfectly salted and the gyoza potstickers were so flavorful and crispy. I also got the California roll and shrimp tempura roll. This is definitely my new go to sushi spot in town! read more

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Kenneth K.

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3 years ago

We came here because we want to try some shave ice dessert and gave this place a try. So glad we did. Our orders arrived at our table within five minutes after we ordered. The staff brought us extra spoons and small bowls without us asking for it. Both our orders were delicious because the sweetness was perfect, sweet but not overwhelming like many dessert. I highly recommend their mixed fruit shave ice-it was sweet yet refreshing . The shop is clean and very open. Definitely come back and try some of their entree next time. read more

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Fatima M.

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Ordered their mochi ice, it was good, the shaved ice was really fine, I wish they placed more of the real mochi. But it's ok the serving was huge too! And loved the vibe. Will taste more of their desserts next time. read more

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Tiana G.

2 years ago

A nice, big spacious restaurant with a friendly staff. Their selections of bubble and fruit teas and their food menu is huge! read more

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May M.

3 years ago

Ever since meet fresh closed I have been craving for grass jelly dessert!!! They opened this year and I finally got to try it out today So much toppings and the taro balls are guuuuuud I'll definitely go back for dine in! Hopefully they don't cut down on the toppings read more

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Ann

1 year ago

- ordered the taro ball series dessert (customize your own) and snowy ice - Overall I think it's a little overpriced -- more like a 3.5 stars, but a little bonus for being a good place to sit and talk/hangout - Music can be a little loud - Parking is available read more

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Vivian H.

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Super friendly service and lovely interior decor & seating. I got the Super Rich Fruit Tea at 50% sugar which is the perfect amount of sweetness. It comes in this huge bucket , which is perfect as a summer refreshment. There's also real fruit chunks inside! We also got the signature roasted grass jelly in coconut milk which was . Tastes just like coconut sago but with more stuff inside read more

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Vivian L.

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I brought my friends here who've never been and they were excited to try but compared to my visit before, this visit was no bueno. They advertised BOGO 50% off on their window, but the kiosk didn't automatically apply that. When we went to purchase our drinks at the counter, they still didn't apply the BOGO when that was the reason why we ended up at the counter. We were the only ones in the shop but our drinks took some time to make, which honestly was bizarre, but they did bring our drinks to the table. While my mango milkshake was still delicious as always, my friend wasn't too happy about her drink. She added taro balls, but you can't drink them up the straw like boba balls. She ended up having to use a spoon to scoop them out to eat them. She ended up getting another drink to make up for the disappointing first drink. She then got a third drink and asked if it was possible to BOGO the 2nd and 3rd drinks, but that was a no from the staff. The music wasn't one I'd associate with a boba shop. It sounded like the staff were just fighting to play their preferred music today. It fluctuated from iconic classic Chinese music covers to Chinese rap. Overall, I wanted my friends to like this place but one had a not-so-great experience and my visit overall was kinda soured. read more

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Ray L.

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3 years ago

The newly opened Autea Sweets & Eats in Chinatown is now my go to place for Asian dessert, drink, and snack! We stumbled upon this cafe after scouring Chinatown for an authentic place for bubble tea, fruit teas, dessert, and late night snack. The cashier was super friendly and manager was eager to welcome us in. The spicy chicken wings were crispy on the outside with lots of flavors. The best part is their signature taro bowl with coconut milk there are just so many toppings -- colorful mochi bites, red beans, tapioca, grass jelly, barley, and a whole freaking piece of taro! Can't wait to go back again to try more options! read more

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Owen B.

2 years ago

Look in your bag and you might find a pack of Trident gum, ready to freshen your breath. Alternatively, if you live in Seattle, go to Pikes Place Market and look at that one wall to find gum. Chewing gum belongs to the confectionery category. The global chewing gum market is forecasted to make sales amounting to 48.68 billion U.S. dollars in 2025. This restaurant does not sell gum. But it does sell sweet CHEWY BALLS™ which is close enough. We ordered the taro fruit mix and it was light and refreshing while still being fun to eat because of the CHEWY BALLS™. Each CHEWY BALL™ had a slightly different texture and taste which made the experience extra unpredictable and exciting. Service was quick and the seating area was decorated nicely, making it a fun spot to hang out with friends after dinner. I would love to come back to try different CHEWY BALLS™ or maybe some of the other foods they have to offer. Pouring the coconut milk over the bowl was a lot of fun too and I would like to do that more often in my life just in general. Star docked since CHEWING™ on so many BALLS™ inflamed my TMJ... Star actually docked because GIVE ME MORE FOR MY MONEY PLEASE THANK YOU read more

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Sherry P.

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The dessert here was just okay. The wait was a bit ridiculous- about 20 minutes for one shaved ice dessert it was just okay. Nothing special. Random red beans in the middle were unexpected. read more

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Rachel H.

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2 years ago

We decided to come early to avoid the traffic in downtown to find out the location wasn't open yet. We waited about 30 minutes in the car which wasn't a big deal but the website hours can be updated. We walked in but were not greeted by the staff. We ordered at a kiosk which was easy. The food was brought out by staff. The food tasted great! Ordered the garlic wings, fries, braised chicken, taiyaki and french toast. The braised chicken was chopped into small pieces and still had bones so it was hard to eat since we had to fish out small pieces of bone. The wings were great and had a small kick. The french toast was the best item we ordered! Bread was nice and fluffy. Overall, I would return. Highly recommend. read more

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Thanh T.

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Food 3/5 - Chicken wings were pink. All the food products on the skewers are drenched in the same spicy sauce. Service 1/5 - Quoted 20-minute wait for chicken wings but it was actually 45 minutes! We were one of the first morning guests. They obviously forgot about our order and then realized they didn't have the kitchen/fryer ready. No apology. No updates on the food. read more

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Siyao G.

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The BEST place to stop by for some summer refreshment like Shaved Ice, Bubble Tea, Sandwiches, Cakes, and those oh-so hard-to-come-by Chinese summer snacks and light refreshing dishes. And if you are looking for something to keep you warm, there are a good selection of hot dishes as well. The atmosphere is a combination of modern chique wall decor and cool cafe for bringing your work. Funny things always playing on the wall behind the cafe - gaming videos of all things! Service is impeccable - staff are all young and friendly so you can expect it to be a very approachable atmosphere. Overall, one of my favorite hangouts! read more

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Joyee T.

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I'm Taiwanese and love stinky tofu as well as taro/sweet potato tapioca balls. This place is perfect for me to find both these things that Chicago was missing for the longest! The desserts are good and the stinky tofu was very yummy. There is enough seats inside to have a good amount of people especially if you want to share a dessert with friends. The workers are always so nice and helpful. I will say I didn't particularly love their beef noodle but otherwise have liked everything else! read more

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Kenneth T.

2 years ago

Awesome place. Delicious warm, spicy food paired perfectly with unique, giant desserts

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Emily H.

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really good taro balls, and loved the taro ball bowl with grass jelly here. Not too sweet (for Asian standard), and all the ingredients are tasty. read more

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Lisette J.

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Lisa give us some amazing recommendations, everything was freshly made and absolutely delicious. read more

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Chien C.

3 years ago

Best bubble tea like place for us in china town of Chicago. I like the drinks better than that in chain like meet fresh. Very nice people and service. Lots of drink places here and this is our pick! read more

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Xing G.

3 years ago

Friendly crews and delicious food! Nice strongly recommend taro 3! Nice decor , good for young people meetup.

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Tasha V.

3 years ago

I like this place. Glad I decided to try it one day soon after they opened. We used go next door but wanted to check this place out. Low and behold it is my go to spot. I've already gone so many times I'm on to my second reward card. My favorite is the grape oolong tea (without milk foam). I've even tried their chicken which was nice and crispy. It's clean inside and has cute decor. Give it a try at least once - chances are you'll go back. read more

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Connie S.

2 years ago

The lamb and rice was BOMB! So were the fried dumplings. The fried chicken was meh- needs more Salt seasoning and a bit chewy, the shaved mango ice was really good! It's a lot so meant to share. Bubble tea was good too! read more

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Bunny G.

3 years ago

I love the ambiance here and the staff is always helpful and nice. Recently they decorated for Halloween and is totally on theme. read more

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Iris F.

3 years ago

Really delicious and the atmosphere was really nice. The place had a cool vibe and the server was really nice. They helped us take a picture together. I loved the Taro Ball, first time trying it! read more

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Keana D.

3 years ago

The quality of the food is fine the service is not .. I ordered one super Rich fruit tea . And waited 15 minutes for it . There were 5 people standing behind the counter talking and doing other things .4 left and went outside for another 5 minutes leaving the one worker by herself . One guy finally came back in and made my drunk with out washing his hands I would patronize any of the other shops on this strip read more

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Nicky S.

3 years ago

I came here on a rainy day just to get something quick. The inside is really cute and I was greeted at the front. I just got a matcha boba and takoyaki to go but definitely will be coming back to check out some of their other sweet treats on the menu. read more

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2026 S Clark St
Unit A&B
Chicago, IL 60616
Chinatown, Near Southside
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(312) 292-7102
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https://www.auteasweets.com

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Hours

What time does Autea Sweets & Eats open?

Autea Sweets & Eats opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Autea Sweets & Eats close?

Autea Sweets & Eats closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Autea Sweets & Eats take credit cards?

Yes, Autea Sweets & Eats takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Autea Sweets & Eats have catering options?

Yes, Autea Sweets & Eats does have catering options.

Does Autea Sweets & Eats have a drive thru?

No, Autea Sweets & Eats does not have a drive thru.

Does Autea Sweets & Eats serve alcohol?

No, Autea Sweets & Eats does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Autea Sweets & Eats allow dogs?

Yes, Autea Sweets & Eats allows dogs.

Does Autea Sweets & Eats have TVs?

Yes, Autea Sweets & Eats has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Autea Sweets & Eats have bike parking?

Yes, Autea Sweets & Eats has bike parking.

Does Autea Sweets & Eats have outdoor seating?

Yes, Autea Sweets & Eats has outdoor seating options.

Does Autea Sweets & Eats have parking?

Yes, Autea Sweets & Eats has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is Autea Sweets & Eats wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Autea Sweets & Eats is wheelchair accessible.

Does Autea Sweets & Eats have free WiFi?

Yes, Autea Sweets & Eats has free WiFi.

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Awesome wings with amazing sauce. Great customer service…read more I definitely will be back again.

You know the food is good when you don't have time to take pictures. I have to say I am truly…read moreimpressed with this restaurant. The hype does live up to the name. Me and my girlfriend recently stopped with some friends. We ordered the soy garlic (Sassy), and the bbq (Korean bbq) . The crispiness of these wings were pure perfection. They are a little sticky so be ready for messy fingers. But that's the best part. We also purchased the rice to accommodate the meal and it did just that lol. If you are interested in going, you should stop reading and go right now.

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Picture this; we travel downtown to do a little Christmas shopping. Being the planners we are, we…read moreendlessly scrolled through Yelp looking for the perfect post-Christmas shopping meal for our group of five adults. We are starving, hangry actually. We saunter up to our chosen restaurant only to find a sign on the door that says, "closed for private event." Did I mention I was hangry? My husband suggests Jake Melnick's. It was within walking distance ... did I mention it was raining that night? And I was hangry? I was game for anything at that point. We arrived and waited probably four minutes for a table. A couple of the adults ordered a beer, the others ordered a Coke. We ordered a large pretzel and our mains. The pretzel was so good. All the meals were outstanding (a sliced brisket sandwich, some wings, chicken tenders, onion rings and a burger). Service was great. It was a little loud when we first arrived as there was an intense Illinois State basketball game on but as soon as the game ended, it was much quieter. We really enjoyed our meal at Jake's!

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We ordered takeout and ended up eating here- everything we got was delicious, and the food was…read moreready as soon as we got there. The vibes were fun and it was a great place to spend time

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We went here on a date night on a Saturday and really enjoyed our meal! It wasn't too busy, so we…read morewere able to get a seat at 6pm. The space was clean, and the staff were attentive. I enjoyed the sports bar vibe with nicer food. My favorite dish was the Wagyu burger, but the wings were a close second. They were fried perfectly and the honey habanero was drizzled over them, creating a lovely depth of flavor - especially with their homemade ranch. The Caesar salad was good, but tasted a little like it had the cheap Parmesan on it from the can. The short ribs were also tasty, but a bit on the chewier side than I would have liked. They do have a few mocktail options for $8 each (very affordable). I really enjoyed my cucumber mocktail! Would highly recommend for anyone visiting Pilsen!

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Au Cheval

Wow! So happy I finally got to come here. They have recently started accepting some reservations…read moreand I was lucky enough to get one. I understand why they are famous for their burgers. I had the single cheeseburger and it lived up to the hype. I learned that the single burger is actually a double and the double is actually a triple. I was recommended to add an egg and bacon to the burger and I'm glad I did. Each bite was a glorious burst of flavor. The bacon is epic. Thick juicy slices. The cheeseburger was perfect. I didn't need additional condiments and that never happens for me. The fries were good too and came with a delicious aioli. For beverages, I loved my Arnold Palmer. I also tried a cocktail--the Long Island Iced Coffee. It was pretty strong. I added a shot of bourbon cream to it and that sweetened it up and made it perfect for me. Unfortunately, I didn't have room for dessert. Cute restaurant. Cozy inside. They have an outdoor patio as well. If you don't have a reservation, be prepared to wait. Excellent food. Excellent service. Jennifer took great care of me and made great suggestions. It's pricy but it's worth it.

Often recognized as having the most recognizable and hyped burger in Chicago, Au Cheval is a…read moreGilded-Age inspired diner (opening in 2012), serving up thick freshly made burgers along with a good selection of drinks. The process of getting seated through a busy period, and the service throughout was excellent. But as often happens with me, the food didn't live up to the hype. My wife and I were picking up my brother and his son from O'Hare at around 10 am on a Saturday. We had dinner plans with our uncle, but had not planned anything in between. The flight came in on time, and once confirmed we all had the time, my brother suggested going to Chicago to try Au Cheval. He knew about their location LV, but none of us had tried their original location in Chicago. So we drove into Chicago, arriving at the restaurant at 11 (it opens at 10am). There was a check-in stand set-up outside, where someone was taking names/phone numbers to put on the waiting list. We were quoted a 45 minute wait, and got the text to hurry back after about 30 minutes. There was a line to put your name down on the list, so we skipped that by going right in. The friendly hostess seated us in a booth, with a nice view of the kitchen where they were making the burgers in mass. The waitress explained that a single burger meant two patties (each patty is 4 oz, so basically a half pound burger), and a double meaning three. My brother and his son both ordered a double cheeseburger ($19.99 each), and I got a single with added sunny side up egg ($21.48). I wanted my wife to be able to take a bite, so asked for everything to be on the side (sauce, dill pickle slices, and grilled onion bits). We also ordered french fries ($8.99), cooked in duck fat. In the meanwhile, followed a fellow yelpers suggestion and got two Allagash Whites ($9 each) for me and my nephew. It's a really good beer that I've had many times during happy hour, and goes great with rich, greasy food. My wife got something else: the General Janes Chicken, which is their version of Korean Fried Chicken ($24.98). She enjoyed it (the coating was still crispy, and the sauce had that pronounced kochujang flavor that we like). Everything is a la carte here (except for the complementary pickle spear with burgers), so she shared in the ordered fries. Food came out together and was served hot. There is a mandatory 3.25% surcharge, and payment is taken at the table. As mentioned, service was excellent throughout. To be honest, I'm not the right person to judge a burger like this (I like it backyard style, with a lot of lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles...and mayo/ketchup). But my brother and nephew are (they have tried many, many burgers all across the world, and don't like too much toppings on their burger), and they said the burger was just OK for them. I liked the frites (cooked in duck fat)...very light in color, but still crispy on the outside. However, nobody else really ate them, saying they weren't great. It's unusual for me to be the least critical after dining, but I'm sure it had something to do with the observation that I didn't have to pay for it (since it was my brother's treat).

The cooks were very attentive!

Crispy Fries & Potato Hash

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Wings (very sticky so they come with hot towels)

Monti's

I asked yelp about this place and let me tell you they were 100% correct…read moreI ordered the traditional Philly cheesesteak sandwich So tasty, loved how the beef was cooked and chopped up and just the right amount of cheese Monti's is about 20 minutes from my house, but it's well worth the ride Truly tasty sandwich

I haven't been to Monti's since it had that big, rich uncle's basement energy. The uncle in the…read morefamily whose house everybody crammed into for Friday fish fry, and the smoky card games, with the liquor bottles on the walls. Yesterday I walked in and, oh. oh WOW. Now you only get that basement vibe when you head to the bathroom. lol Monti's is a legit cool kid now, and I'm not mad at it at all. The cheesesteak? Still doing what it's supposed to do. I ordered one to go and demolished it later that night, like usual. I did sit in and have a few beers and bites. Somehow I've been sleeping on the onion rings and wings this whole time. Listen, listen, listen, Linda, the onion rings; Do Not Change Them!!! Don't you dare switch to those battered, frozen, chain-restaurant rings of bull-s. These are the good rings. Now, the wangzzzz. I'm not going to pretend these are the absolute best wings in the entire city, but they are absolutely in the "I will randomly crave these on a Tuesday" category. The meat could use a little marinade situation to bring more flavor inside, but that crispy coating holds up to the sauce like a champ. I like it, I like it, I like it. Extra points for a buffalo sauce that actually has some thickness to it and isn't just "here's some hot sauce, on a wing being called buffalo sauce. Now, I am going to need to try some of the other wing sauces, but if they hold up too. I would rather come here than go to some other well known wing spots. Honestly, I can see myself rolling through just for wings, rings, and vibes. And that Golden Monkey beer? Yeah, go ahead and keep that on tap forever. Please and thank you. haha

Cheesesteak Hoagie Onion Rings

Dining area

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Time for sandwiches

Woodie's Flat

I've been walking past this place for like 10 years and finally went in, and honestly... I feel…read morelike I got mugged by a sticky-floor college bar. $18 mixed drinks, plus a 4% credit card fee, is wild for a place that feels like it survives on spilled beer, bad decisions, and trust funds. The happy hour is the best ticket. The beer was good tall frosty mug, I'll give them that. But anything beyond beer felt offensively overpriced. The food was good $19 for 9-10 wings were actually the best I have had in a while, smoked then fried tasty and the pork fries seemed good. The crowd was very North Shore college kid energy, like Dad's AmEx is somewhere in the room picking up the tab. Would I come back? Yes and because staff was way cool down to earth and that and wings sold me. Might make Big Daddy's occasional stop but not an everyday watering hole.

Used to be my favorite spot for wings in the city. Past 3 times I have ordered delivery they forget…read morethe wing sauce and the ranch! And this has happened multiple times. Such a bummer! ** the sauce in the picture is sour cream and salsa- we ordered nachos, they did get everything right for the nachos.

Smoked then grilled sweet bourbon wings

Interior upstairs

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Jalapeño margarita

Bird's Nest

(Kari's Rating 8/10)…read more Came in on a Friday night about 8 o'clock, and I didn't realize there was a basketball game tonight, so the bar was really packed with IU fans. I heard off this place from an Instagram video from a food blogger. There wasn't initially seating when we first got in, but the bartender/hostess helped us make a makeshift table. We also didn't have a chair so she had to go find a chair and she found one so really appreciate her hustle. The wings came out pretty quickly, the honey barbecue wings were really sweet, and came with a substantial amount of sauce. The ranch was impeccable. It was not too thin and came with celery. The birds nest hot sauce was relatively hot for a medium. I was definitely feeling the spice after two or three. I think there was a little too much sauce on the wings for me, personally, but overall very good. The volume is really loud because everyone was there for the game, so we kinda had to yell over each other to have a conversation. We got our check pretty quickly and the servers were really attentive. I would definitely come back if I was in the area, but I probably wouldn't come all the way from River North for this again.

Wings Rating: 4.1/5. As of now, my favorite buffalo wings in…read moreChicago. Delicious. Ambiance Rating: 3.9/5. Proper sports bar with a great neighborhood feel. Service Rating: 0.5/5. Waitress forced us out of our table. We were eating wings during a weekday football game. We told the waitress we were planning on leaving at halftime of the game. We got our check with 3 min left in the half so we could leave immediately after the first half ended. Instead of letting us stay for 2 extra minutes, she forced us out of our table and told us we could watch the rest of the game standing up at the bar. Not the way to treat paying repeat customers.

Bird 's Nest . 2500 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL Pub Sport Bar Wings Burgers Pizza Salads Chili etc. Pool Darts JukeBox . Cool!

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Bloody Mary

Chicago Pickle Eatery

4.6

(53 reviews)

7.7 mi

I ordered at the counter and only waited for about 10 mins. I got the cheeseburger with everything…read more(bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomato, bacon) and fried mushrooms. Everything was INCREDIBLE. Will definitely be back

I order the chicken sandwich and the pastrami sandwich and side order of pickle chips. First off…read morethe customer service was on point friendly and courteous, now the sandwiches they were great a little pricey but I don't mind when you get great food. I highly recommend,also I think the owner is east coast.

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Kasama

Order ahead online!!! We placed an order at 8:45 right when online ordering opened. The order was…read moreready by 10:00am. When we got there the line outside was about two blocks and people stated moving slowly. One in line even said she looked to place online ordering but it was showing ready at 1:30pm. So plan ahead! The breakfast sandwich was delicious! The bun was thin and soft and the hashbrown thin and crispy which was perfect. We also got an assortment of pastries to try of different flavors. The guava and cheese ensaymada was a favorite! The staff for picking up online orders were very nice! The team was very organized and efficient with pick up orders. Only tough part was interior area by pick up is small.

Pro tip: Set an alarm and be ready to order online at 8:45 a.m…read more Even though I logged on right at 8:45 a.m., my order wasn't ready until around 10:30-10:45 a.m. By the time I arrived, the line was easily two blocks long. I was lucky enough to snag a parking spot from someone pulling out right in front, and I was even happier to skip the line and walk straight in to pick up my order. Order ahead--it is absolutely the move. The drinks aren't sitting around waiting for pickup either. It seemed like they were making my matcha latte right as I arrived, which I appreciated. The star of the show was the huckleberry pastry--absolutely worth the hype. The longanisa breakfast sandwich was delicious but very substantial. For us, one sandwich was the perfect amount to share among three people; I think it would feel pretty heavy as a solo breakfast. The apple hand pie was one of the best I've had, and even the simple cookie was surprisingly delicious. We also tried a blueberry muffin, which was solid as well. The restaurant itself is cute, the space is clean, and the restrooms were spotless. Would I go back? Absolutely. But next time I'll definitely follow the pro tip and order ahead.

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Breakfast sandwich: soufflé egg, longanisa, cheese, hash brown

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Breakfast Sandwich: longanisa, egg, and cheese | $12

Sweet Bean

A Taiwanese bakery. How could a place that loves Michael Jackson be bad?…read more Salted Egg Yolk Bolo Bun流心菠蘿麵包: Calling it "流心"(runny) isn't quite accurate; it's a bolo bun菠蘿包 (pineapple -shape bun) with a salted egg yolk filling, but it had an authentic, old-fashioned flavor that made me feel like back to childhood. The crust was thin and crispy, with a large air cavity, making it very soft and fluffy. The salted egg yolk has just the right balance of sweetness and saltiness, and wasn't too cloying. Garlic Cheese Brioche Bun蒜香奶酪麵包: Perhaps its more Taiwanese name is "八蒜包" (Eight Garlic Bun). Its appearance and taste were very similar to those I've had at Taiwanese bakeries in mainland China. The cheese and garlic flavors were very strong, but the bread itself was slightly coarse. Hojicha Latte: The whole milk was very milky, but the hojicha flavor felt a little weak. However, it's already great to find a tea latte that's not very sweet.

We came around 12:30noon and got a huge bread haul at this bakery. I'm SO glad we did!…read more Here's what we got: * Purple rice taro bun / 5 (OUR FAV!!!) * Matcha custard bun / 4.5 * Matcha pistachio bun / 5 * Tuna egg mayo bread / 4.5 * Hot dog & cheese bread / 4 * BBQ hot dog skewer / 3 * Sesame roll / 3.5 * Cheese pudding tart / 3.5 * Banana bread matcha c oat milk / 4.75 If there's one thing you get here, get the purple rice taro bun. Suuuuper soft & chewy bread filled with purple rice and taro. The textures were amazing. Best baked good I ever had. It's pricey but SO worth it!! 10/10, 5 stars, 100%. Service here is just okay, nothing special. There's also a small seating area in the back that is open until 4pm!

Inside of Scallion & Ham Bun 蔥花火腿麵包 ($3.95) - very strong scallion flavor. Bread is soft, moist, and pretty oily.

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Inside of Lychee Cranberry Scone 荔枝蔓越莓司康 ($5.75) - not the best, is dry and powdery. Definitely not worth the price.

Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar

I'm from Los Angeles, and I have to say this place was such a sweet surprise. Everyone was…read moreincredibly welcoming and made me feel right at home, which always stands out when you're visiting a new city. The outside is super cute too it actually caught my eye when I first found them on Yelp, and it's just as charming in person. I tried the Teddy Graham latte on the barista's recommendation, and I'm so glad I did. It had great flavor without being overly sweet, and I got it with whole milk which made it perfectly smooth and comforting. If you're in downtown Chicago, I'd definitely recommend checking out this spot. It's a cozy little gem with great vibes and even better drinks.

Clearly a popular spot, run like a well oiled machine. The space is tiny so they only allowed four…read morepeople in a time and then you wait outside in the alley for your order. The bagel was good, I had a hippie sandwich and my boyfriend got a bacon egg and cheese which he said was good too.