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    Elizabeth C.

    Chinatown Chicago, so beautiful and wonderful place to visit and do business with ! So many beautiful arches, entrances, and beautiful gates. The animal statues are around the circle. Beautiful look out tower in the center. Such a vibrant and historical place. So special for everyone to enjoy and visit- but be respectful please! Karaoke lounges, hotels, banks, schools, plenty of homes, wonderful shopping for ant souvenir, cell phone, clothes, homeware, wonderful restaurants and Boba tea shops and dessert houses. Right off on the Chinatown exit of the Red Line

    Dan A.

    We got here around 2 on a Thursday afternoon. There is a designated parking lot with a mostly seamless online payment process. You have to get validation from a business to get the advertised low rate. Walkable streets and was semi-crowded. You have a good mix of traditional restaurants, bakeries, shops including souvenir stores. We picked up some baked goods from Chi Quon and some tea from Oriental Tea (has a restroom) We had a challenge finding a restroom as a few places didn't have public restrooms and the ones that did required a purchase. Service was okay for the two stops we made. Didn't have a chance to get lunch-next time. Overall, worth the stop to explore and for the food/shopping.

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    Michelle F.

    Chinatown Square is a fun place to spend the day, have some great food and walk around. Walk along a bit and be sure to look at the ground to read about what sign you are; rabbit, snake, monkey etc... It featured a lot of cultural places to visit alongside museums, Chinese architecture and sculptures. On weekends during good weather there are many people selling things alongside Chinese music and singing in the middle of the square. There are many good food option restaurants from Ramen, hand pulled noodles, Dim Sum, bakeries, bubble teas and souvenirs.

    Cass O.

    After doing some research I found Chinatown Square and quickly added to my list of places we needed to check out when visiting Chicago! The food and culture is amazing. The buildings are so beautiful there is so much to explore and take in. Make sure to add this to your list!!

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    Vanity H.

    Find these at almost all of the shops/restaurants! Suuuper yummy and refreshing BUT pricey at $7-$8 per. They do sell some in boxes of 3 as well - i believe at $17, but don't quote me.

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    Terry W.

    I always come here when I am in Chicago. I always find something different and become more acquainted with the business I have frequented. I enjoy all the ambience and ovas that Chicago has. Something new every time I come. It is always a great trip here, enjoying time with my daughter.

    Brian F.

    What is not to love about Chinatown Square? With delicious food and desserts, fun shopping for Chinese imports, and many other surprises! For city folk, the el will get you there real easy, though the red line can be a little weird when the sun goes down. If you're coming from the suburbs, there's a ton of street parking and a lot across the street. Cost wise, I'd recommend you take a full walk through the square first, then you'll be equipped to make the best decisions. Also, there are plenty of the major banks located within walking distance which is great because of the stores that take cash only. My only complaint is that on Sunday, most things aren't open until 10 or 11am. But there are some bakeries open early that sell a nice breakfast pastry while you wait.

    karina k.

    This is a really fun area where you do have to find street parking or you can go to the big parking lot where you can get validation if a participating restaurant or business will give it to you and it's only $2 for 3 hours. You see the Chinese astrology monuments and there's a square where you can have live performances and parades or festivals here. There are two level restaurants and businesses throughout and it's a really cute area to go shopping and have food in.

    Aesha E.

    Chinatown Square is the outdoor mall in Chinatown, and the "town square" of the neighborhood. Cool bit of trivia; it's the largest Chinese mall between the coasts. It's reclaimed railroad land, much of which has been developed in other ways as well (such as the townhomes just north of the square or Ping Tom Park a few blocks north as well). Some of the cultural events that take place in Chinatown take place in part or whole in Chinatown Square. There are Chinese restaurants here, including at least one where you can buy whole duck, bubble tea shops, travel agencies, and more. I've eaten at Lao Sze Chuan, which was good (I really like their dry chili chicken). My favorite part about Chinatown Square are the twelve statues for the Chinese zodiac. They're cool and a fun photo to take that you won't get elsewhere in the city. The twin pagodas are a great landmark for meeting up with people.

    Looking towards the south half of Chinatown Square here.  Popular Joy Yee Noodle at the right.
    Howard L.

    I've been here many times but guess I never wrote a review. I was just here again, last night on a pleasant Saturday early evening, at least before the rains hit. This strip mall has over the recent years become the modern heart and soul of Chicago's Chinatown and it's quite a vibrant and upbeat mall. There is lots of foot traffic and presumably many out of town tourists mixed in there as well. There are lots of eateries and other Chinese businesses to peruse and some major long time tenants like MingHin, Imperial Restaurant (ex Cai), Joy Yee Noodle, Chi Cafe, BBQ King, Saint Anna Bakery, and Tous Les Jours just to name a few. There is lots more to Chinatown than just this long strip mall, but it is by far the most vibrant and popular section of Chinatown. It slowly but surely keeps getting better and better and there are more and more second story tenants becoming visible as well. Unfortunately, it's popularity at the north end of Chinatown has for a long time taken a toll on the foot traffic in the southern part of Chinatown, like around 24th St and southward, and that's too bad. But hopefully that part of Chinatown will make a comeback in some way someday. It's getting so popular in Chinatown Square that on weekend evenings, it's getting difficult to find parking even with the big parking lots available not too far away. Big thumbs up anyway!

    Michael N.

    If you're looking for cheap Chicago souvenirs, definitely check out Chinatown. They have many shops full of goodies and gifts to purchase. Also they have many restaurants and boba shops you can enjoy. My wife and I wouldn't mind coming here again.

    Helene S.

    First time visiting Chinatown Square in Chicago. Chinatown Square is the largest Chinese Mall in the US east of San Francisco and west of New York City. Cross the Red Gates to enter the large outdoor mall which incorporates architectural elements of the Chinese Imperial Court. Walking through the mall transports you to a busy traditional village center filled with boutiques, restaurants, and boba shops. Get Dim Sum. Grab a boba tea. Shop for a tea set. Check out the twelve Chinese zodiac animals in the large courtyard. These works of art were commissioned and designed by the Xiamen University in China. What's your sign? Great place to dine and shop in Chicago.

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    I love how it's always so clean when I visit. It's also a beautiful place to pictures, makes you feel like you escaped the city for a bit.

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