Brightwok Kitchen

now *this* is great okonomiyaki…read more coming from seattle and very recently having a disastrous experience at the only okonomiyaki spot in our area (you can read my past reviews for that), my two friends, my partner, and i were looking forward to having great okonomiyaki. thankfully, gaijin delivered! we came by on a friday night, and it was fairly busy. we wouldn't have been surprised if we were turned away since we didn't have a reservation. they ended up making space for us thankfully and we didn't even have to wait long at all. the inside of the place isn't that big, but it's not so tiny that it's cramped. when you sit down, if you are in a large enough party, you sit down in front of a flat stovetop to keep your okonomiyaki warm when the waiter brings it out to you. we started with some drinks. they were all very good - next time i'm trying that espresso goma-tini! i did get a lychee martini though, and it was a little strong of a pour but i still really enjoyed it. onto the okonomiyaki. we all ordered different ones so we could try them. every single one of them were delicious. i got the tofu osaka-style, my partner got the beef osaka-style, one of my friends got the fried shrimp osaka-style, and my other friend got the traditional hiroshima-style. each okonomiyaki is prepared perfectly, not too thick and not overly saucy (so it doesn't get soggy). the flavours are quite rich but also really nicely umami. sometimes, too rich of a sauce kind of overwhelms me, but the ratios are well-balanced. overall, truly recommend this place. probably some of the best okonomiyaki i've had. next time i'm in chicago, i'd love to go again. there's so many options to choose from and i want to try them all!

I've been wanting to try Okonomiyaki for a long time, so when I saw that they had it I had to stop…read moreby! It's really cool in here because you can watch them make the Okonomiyaki in front of you! They had like a set meal going on which included soup and okonomiyaki and dessert, which was mochi donuts. The soup was pretty good, standard. The Okonomiyaki was such a big portion. I loved the little tempura bits on top and they were generous with the amount of shrimp. It's like a yummy savory pancake. I will say I didn't really enjoy the mochi donuts but I was so full I couldn't eat them until later so it may have been because they weren't as fresh and got hard. If you've been wanting to try Okonomiyaki you should check this place out!

1.2 mi•Fulton Market, West Loop, Near West Side

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Duck Duck Goat

4.1(2.2k reviews)

Duck fried rice, every time…read more How have I not raved about Chef's Asian masterpiece? First off this place is super cool. The decor is interesting and brightly colored and each room has a bit of a different vibe. There's also a neat bar in the middle. For food we love the aforementioned fried rice with the runny duck egg, moo shu, bbq pork baos, chongqing chicken, Dan Dan slap noodles (natch) and those delicious green beans! We usually end up ordering a bunch since we've lived in the neighborhood for decades. Easy West Loop walk home leftovers for the win. Yes chef!

Though this has been on my list for some time, today my sister and I passed by and decided to try…read morethis place out and sooooo glad that I did. We had no reservations, but they were able to seat us immediately. Very warm and friendly welcome and then they described their menu. It is family-style, and I could see why because their portions are nice sized. The food is so yummy and delicious; I love homemade food. I love the bao as well as the Ramen! To be honest all the dishes we tried were good as well as the drinks. I will be back for dinner and lunch lol. I would say get a little bit of everything.

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4.0(3.5k reviews)

Came by for drinks after work and had an amazing time. Great hospitality from Lee definitely plan…read moreto come dine with him again.

Sunda New Asian has a modern, upper class atmosphere. Clean, good vibes…read more We got the brussel sprouts and the Kamayan Feast, which were pretty decent. The brussel sprouts were great, tangy, and I really liked the shallot crisps. I expected a little more from the Kamayan Feast, which though the adobo pork belly and the lumpia provided a solid flavor profile, I feel like the Kamayan Feast provided more in terms of quantity than quality. Overall I would maybe go again once I'm back in Chicago.

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4.2(605 reviews)

This is an amazing Asian fusion restaurant. Very classy without being unapproachable…read more Service was impeccable - knowledgeable and friendly without being overbearing.

Took one of my friends here for her birthday & it was really an enjoyable experience! It's a nice…read morelocation as well. We decided to do the chef's table for dinner. It was a quiet night, but we were not rushed at all. The staff were really nice & attentive. The menu for chef's table was a Vietnamese fusion inspired menu. You can tell that each dish was carefully thought out & creative. There were dishes were created with a little twist to it. Some of the dishes, however, we thought were more on the saltier side. I would want to come back again and try some items on the regular menu. A lot of things sounded delicious & would be enjoyable.

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4.1(4.2k reviews)

0.3 mi•Near North Side

I've been to Three Dots multiple times so I figured I should probably leave a review…read more The place is dark and intimate and fun to hang out in. The wall of rums dominates the back of the bar, and it's super fun to watch the bartenders mix drinks. But you need to talk to them. They will give you recommendations and adjust drinks to your liking, or make you something that is not on the menu. The food is also quite good. Mostly smaller plates, appetizer style, but sometimes larger items too. The place is not cheap, but you're getting good drinks and great ambiance. If you can find the entrance in the alley, you need to check the place out. Wear a nice Hawaiian shirt!

Great vibes with dim lighting! We sat in the booths, which felt pretty intimate 8/10. There were…read morequite a few flashes from people taking photos and videos, so keep that in mind if you're looking for a more low-key atmosphere. The Sippopotamus was sweet, easy to drink, and had a nice pineapple flavor. The presentation was pretty too 9/10. Such a great spot to hang out with a group. Service was great, and our server checked in on us frequently. I'd definitely come back to try more drinks and food!

1.3 mi•West Loop, Near West Side

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Nobu Chicago

3.9(508 reviews)

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This was our first time dining at Nobu, and unfortunately, the service really disappointed us. The…read morefood was good and the drinks were good, but we waited about 40 minutes for our drinks. When I politely asked our server, Savannah, to put in our food order once the drinks arrived, she rolled her eyes as she walked away, which my friend noticed. She then came back and asked, "Are we on a time crunch?" in a very passive-aggressive and disrespectful manner. I completely understand that restaurants can get busy, and I'm very patient when it comes to waiting. What bothered me was the attitude and lack of professionalism when I addressed the delay politely. It was my friend's birthday, so I chose not to make an issue of it at the time. The food and drinks were enjoyable, but unfortunately, the service left a very poor first impression of Nobu.

Come here for the raw bar! We lucked out and got to enjoy the brunch buffet that is available only…read moreon weekends for $80. We made reservations online and were able to enjoy our feast. We had to try a lychee martini which was so smooth with that delicious sweetness from the lychees. Be sure to chase it down with a crispy tuna bite! The tuna is $11 on the regular menu, but here you can fill up your plate. I wouldn't say the rice to fish ratio is a bit much, there quite a bit of rice. The fish quality seemed just okay to me, however this is a buffet. The stars of the show were the miso cod in the hot bar, the yellowtail nigiri, the cocktail shrimps and the oysters! The shrimps were large and succulent while the oysters weren't too briny. We felt well attended to and enjoyed our meal. We were particularly excited for the beignets at the dessert bar but they never refilled . All good, leaves more to try next time!

1.3 mi•West Loop, Near West Side

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High Five Ramen

4.0(1.1k reviews)

It is definitely a cool spot. It's in the basement and has limited seats. We tried:…read more- Tonkatsu 1/2 spice - Shio 1/4 spice - Coconut Painkiller Slushy I think the tonkatsu was the best, but definitely go low spice. Not because of the heat, but after a few minutes it definitely takes over the bowl and you lose the original flavor. The drink was great, but a bit small.

High 5 Ramen has a lot going for it on the surface. The basement speakeasy vibe is great, the…read moreservice is on point, and those frozen slushy drinks are always a win. Unfortunately, the ramen itself just doesn't hit anymore. It's not terrible, but it's definitely not crave-worthy. The broth lacks the deep, complex umami you want in a great bowl of ramen, ending up feeling pretty one-note instead. I was hoping my first underwhelming bowl was just an off night, but after two or three visits with the same mid result, it seems like the quality has genuinely slipped. It's a fun spot to hang out, but the food just isn't hitting the mark like it used to. 3.49 stars.

1.7 mi•West Loop, Near West Side

Entrance into the restaurant, located in the basement

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4.2(344 reviews)

Absolutely marvelous. Recommend the Godzilla, King Kong,…read moreand Idaho sushi rolls. The Panang Curry with shrimp is the best I've ever had. Try the Iced Green Tea.

Definitely an underrated Thai and sushi spot in the city. The location is a little tucked away, but…read morethe food is flavorful, fresh, and really good. The space is surprisingly large and nicely decorated, service is quick, and the menu is huge with plenty of options to choose from. Great spot if you want something a little more low-key without sacrificing quality.

1.2 mi•Fulton Market, West Loop, Near West Side

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Momotaro

4.1(1.4k reviews)

The service was great, super attentive. Kind gesture with a signed birthday menu…read more Sushi was fresh, with simple but great flavors. Didn't love the wagyu bao buns since it was more of a ground meat, similar to a kabob. But overall the food was good, atmosphere was perfect date night/special occasion, and we will definitely be back.

Tonight, we were in the West Loop and decided to try an establishment new to us. We chose…read moreMomotaro, since we love Japanese and Japanese influenced cuisine. We had to make a late reservation since nothing was available earlier. We tried walking in earlier and there was a 1 hour and 45 min wait. So we kept our reservation for 9:30. Upon entering, the manager and the host were very friendly and promptly sat us about 15 min early. The ambiance is really nice, but the music... is way to loud. You have to yell across a standard 4-seat tabletop to communicate. Since everyone has to yell, the crowd noise then amplifies this issue. I've never understood restaurants that try to be a nightclub. You can have music at normal levels to keep the energy without causing your patrons to yell. Once we were seated, the waitress came over within 5 minutes. She was friendly, but slow. After she offered us water, she was didn't return to the table for 20 minutes to take drink orders. After we ordered drinks, it was another 15-20 to help with the menus. We asked about portion sizes (shareable vs not shareable). We were told each plate was good for 2-4 people. I'm not sure what portion sizes she classified suitable for sharing... but no way were a majority of our dishes enough to share. We ordered edamame, which we were able to share. We really liked how they salted it, sometimes you get edamame and it's bland. We also ordered spicy tuna sushi (6 pieces), Komodo sushi rolls, pork chops (comes with 2 pieces), 2 orders of wagyu sliders (only 2 per order), hotate batayaki (3 scallops), shishito peppers (8 grilled peppers), and yakatori don (chicken bowl with rice and a soft egg). I have tried many Japanese restaurants and have been to Japan as well. Loved the food. To start with the good, we really liked the pork chops. They were on the rarer cooked side but delicious. The sliders were really good as well. Tons of flavor and each one was a decent size. These 2 items we felt were slightly over priced but felt we got a great food experience for the money. The shishito peppers were barely grilled and bland. They literally were no better than what my teenagers can do on the grill. Absolutely not worth $12 for peppers. Each sushi roll was decent but very small very overpriced for what you get. There is nothing special about either roll. I have gotten better spicy tuna in the city, that comes with 8 rolls for half of momotaro's price. The scallops were very fishy. I love scallops, and I wouldn't order these again... no way! $22 for such. Small serving that was too fishy compared to other establishments. My chicken bowl yakatori don) had a great presentation. That's where the dish ends. The toppings overpowered the chicken. The chicken tasted like plain boiled chicken that was so bland, literally no flavor to it. After we were done, the waitress came over about 15 min later, asking if we were interested in dessert. We told her no, we were full and ready for the check. We sat around for over 20 minutes waiting. I'm watching our server talking in the corner with 4 other servers. Laughing, on their phones, etc. after watching them for over 10 minutes I walked up to the front host and asked for a manager. The girl, was prompt, and very friendly. I discussed my dissatisfaction with the service. It was slow, terrible for the price point of the restaurant. The manager brought the check to me fairly quickly and apologized. She didn't ask what they could do to make it right, nothing. Not until after the bill was paid she conveniently asked what they could do. Little late at that point. Overall, we have been to many low and high end restaurants in Chicago... River North, West Loop,, Manhattan, Munich, etc... and this was about as bad of service as you can get. With all the options in the city, I don't recommend this one.

2.2 mi•Wicker Park, West Town

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Mott St

4.0(1.2k reviews)

The burger is worth the hype! We came here looking to try the burger specifically. One thing of…read morenote, they only serve the burger at the bar after 7PM (I believe you can have it in the regular dining area before that time, but after 7PM, you can only order it at the bar!). The burger has a really rich and decadent miso butter that makes this burger so unique. If you want to double down on the miso butter, then order the oyster mushrooms (so delicious!). For another great side, the crispy chili cauliflower is very filling and tastes great! The ambiance of the restaurant is elevated yet casual and great for any event whether that be a date night spot, a get together with friends, or to celebrate a special occasion! The service is wonderful, our bartender was able to provide really great recommendations based on our preferences and what we were leaning towards so that we could share the perfect amount of food! Definitely will be coming back soon to try more of their menu!

My first time at Mott St, and it lived up to the hype! I'd seen so many recommendations on social…read moremedia, but what really drew me in was all the Michelin recognition. We tried plenty of dishes, and the standouts were the Stuffed Cabbage and the Oyster Mushrooms. The mushrooms were so delicious we ended up ordering a second round! The stuffed cabbage had crispy rice on the bottom, char siu pork, and soft cabbage. It was the perfect mix of textures and flavors. We also ordered the steak, which took quite a while to come out, but they did warn us about the wait ahead of time. One tip if you're coming for dinner and want their famous burger: they don't serve it for dine-in after 7pm! You can still order it to go, so we grabbed one after our meal. Overall, the food was amazing, and the ambiance, vibes, and lighting were just as good. I'd definitely recommend it and can't wait to come back!

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Mark A.

6 years ago

Brightwok is my absolute favorite place to get lunch in the city. When I was working downtown, I used to get lunch from Brightwok multiple times per week, and I was never disappointed a single time. The ingredients are so fresh, the sauces are all delicious, and you can mix and match so many ways. I honestly felt like I was eating at a different restaurant every time I went, and each time it was better than the last. My go-to is a BYO bowl with rice noodles, tofu, and Adams St. Teriyaki with broccoli, carrots, edamame, and kale. And adding a Sweet Potato Fritter is NECESSARY! I cannot recommend Brightwok enough, and I got all of my former co-workers hooked on it as well. Satisfied customer for life! read more

Andrea R.

6 years ago

Such good food, great gluten-free (my sister is severely allergic to gluten and safely ate here), vegan, vegetarian, and halal options, and they are doing a great job at keeping everyone safe with their social distancing procedures. Brightwork has great healthy options (you can request your food to be steamed and cooked without oil), everything is super customizable, and they are so invested in supporting the community by donating to school events! Every time I have come here they have been so nice and the food is always delicious. They are very sustainable and have compostable containers as well. read more

Jeff G.

3 years ago

I walked a considerable distance to get to this place today, only to walk in and get blasted by music at a volume worthy of a singles bar. As I always do in such cases, I turned around immediately and walked out. So, Brightwok, are you a restaurant or are you a night club? Remember, one person's great music is another person's auditory garbage, which was my impression of the music to which I was "treated". Can't people just eat a meal there without getting their eardrums blasted out? Go if you wish, but don't forget your earplugs. read more

Ross G.

6 years ago

I've been going to Brightwok in River North since its opening. I can always count on the food being fresh and delicious. They have a terrific and friendly staff too! I'm consistently referring family and friends to the restaurant! Even with all of the COVID restrictions in place, I have been extremely impressed with how they have been able to adapt, almost seemingly to this "new normal". Their no contact pick-up has been reassuring, while still being able to enjoy the wonderful food! read more

Eric S.

2 years ago

The owners treat their staff horrible and then cover up bad reviews on yelp by complaining to the website until they take the review down. They lie to yelp claiming you never been there, as if anyone would just randomly give a restraunt a bad review for no reason. So here it is again.... THE OWNER "JEREMY," PICTURED IN REPLIES TO POSITIVE REVIEWS WAS YELLING AT A KITCHEN EMPLOYEE FOR MOVING TO SLOW EVEN THOUGH HE WAS CLEARLY DOING HIS JOB JUST FINE. read more

Taylor M.

6 years ago

Bright Wok is one of my favorite places to eat in Chicago!! The River North staff is always friendly and considerate, offering help in any way they can! I've always had a positive experience here and would recommend it to everyone! They have outstanding customer service, and amazing choices for gluten and peanut allergies! read more

Mielah B.

6 years ago

Healthy food options that don't compromise on taste and I like how customizable it is. The crunchy crave is my favorite and their salads are pretty interesting and good too. Prices are reasonable and my orders are always made accurately read more

Jordan C.

6 years ago

I drive all the way from Kenosha everytime I want BrightWok. This place is that amazing! Fresh flavors everytime and they never disappoint. The food is delicious and the team is incredible. read more

Michelle K.

6 years ago

Love the menu options, from bowl customizations to desserts, and that all of their sauces and so much else is vegan. We need more healthy veggie friendly places with FLAVOR like this! read more

Gavriel M.

5 years ago

Brightwok is absolutely Amazing, it's my favorite place to go to and I eat there at least once a week. 10/10

Tatiana L.

435

7 years ago

Food was delicious and the employees were so kind and attentive. I will be back. Again and again and again.

Debbie R.

8 years ago

Great new restaurant, food is delicious, incredibly fresh and great price point. Highly recommend it!

Elizabeth S.

6 years ago

This place is amazing and gluten free. All the sauces have an amazing flavor the staf is really nice read more

Wesley S.

6 years ago

Awesome food for the go. Good quality and tastes great. One of my go to's for a effortless dinner.

Michelle A.

6 years ago

Great food. Quality ingredients. Order and get food within 5 to 10min, longer if it's lunch rush!

Tammy H.

7 years ago

Been working in the area for months and finally came in for lunch. Best lunch in the area.

Srikar D.

7 years ago

Decent food, but their restaurant was very stuffy and my clothes smelt of food afterwards.

D M.

5 years ago

Even my family and friends who are not celiac really enjoy eating here

Sarah K.

5 years ago

Love their food and all the options for modifications, gf, df, etc!

Julie C.

5 years ago

Absolutely love this place! I love stir fry and these are so good

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(30 reviews)

Food is tasty and reasonably priced at this spot that is centrally located in the downtown Loop…read more This is a no frills spot. Walk up to the cashier, place your order, and they'll bring the food to your table. Self service soda or water station. Food is good and tasty; came out pipping hot but agree with other Yelpers that portions are small(er). Overall good food at good prices.

I'm Chicago for work and was staying the down the street. I stopped in for lunch as I was craving…read moreThai food and it was close by. I'm glad I did. I was greeted by a very friendly cashier and a warm smile. She guided me through my ordered which I chose the chicken potstickers and drunken noodles with shrimp. She also encouraged me to get the Thai tea, which I wasn't sure what that was but ended up really enjoying it. They brought the food to my table and checked on me while I eating, providing an upscale fast casual experience. Ideal for lunch. Sorry. I forgot to snap a picture but the presentation was very nice and food was well seasoned and flavorful.

Ema

4.3

(2k reviews)