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    Happy Lamb Hot Pot

    4.3 (1.4k reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Dnyl P.

    My first time trying this place and it was nice. When I went there I waited 15 min before I got a table. The gentlemen at the desk explained how it works. I went over to pick out my items but didn't know what I was looking at in some of the items. The name was wiped out on the items to pick out. It's hard to get service from someone when you need to ask questions or need a refill. The hot pot was salty and the meat was ok. I don't think I will be back to this location again.

    Crispy lamb shank
    Cassie T.

    My FAVORITE place for hot pot! My go to is half spicy marrow and half golden cabbage broth, then mix it together in your bowl so you get a perfect blend of spicy, sour umami goodness haha. There are two price options, class or premium. I think premium is always worth it, and I believe this specific location is cheaper than some of the other locations. The broths are usually consistent, but our spicy marrow is as once a little bland and we were able to ask for more spice to make it spicier. Go to meats are short plate, brisket and ribeye. We love the crispy fish fillets and lamb shank. So damn good! We're usually ordering one lamb shank per person lol. I loveeee the variety of veggies, meats, fish balls and seafood. But bring back the fouzhou fish balls please!! (Fish balls with roe/meat inside). The self serve section has made things so much more efficient IMO. Sometimes they have fried wings, I wish they were a little more consistent about that cause more often than not I don't see wings. Service is not great but can't expect much at an AYCE spot where everyone is always asking for something. They close at 10 and last call is 9 pm for food, then they slowly start to clear the self-serve section as well. I would not recommend coming at 9 because your experience will likely be limited. I recommend joining the Yelp waitlist online prior to coming because there's usually a wait. But so worth it! My favorite place, you will catch me here at least once a week or every other week lol

    Richard Y.

    First time here and we enjoyed a late lunch after running around downtown. We got lucky and were seated right away in a big booth (5 of us). The service is efficient and not that friendly, but not surprising. You order your broth and type of meat then head to the large bar of fresh veggies, seafood, noodles, and even fried rice and egg roll appetizers. There's also a variety of sauces from savory to spicy. We got the 1/2 mushroom and 1/2 spicy marrow broth with prime angus beef. The spicy marrow had a nice kick while the mushroom was mellower and savory. Shrimp, fishballs, and lots of spinach and bok choy made for a tasty hot pot stew. They do offer all you can eat refills of broth and meats but we were stuffed. The refills of water and soda weren't as frequent as we would have liked but overall a solid experience.

    Joanne C.

    Delicious all you can eat hot pot with savory broth! Meat was decent quality and is ordered at the table. The rest of the hot pot items like veggies, noodles, and fishballs are selected yourself on a wall of ingredients. My favorites were the spicy bone broth and regular bone broth, but a lot of my party liked the mushroom bone broth. I absolutely loved Kumquat Lemonade tea, it was so refreshing with the hot and spicy food! Make sure to make a reservation, we were able to seat up to 10 people! The birthday person eats free (with min 4 people in party)

    Hot pot
    Adeola O.

    This was my second time going to happy lamb hot pot. Great experience again! The food was good. They had chicken wings this time. They were delicious. We got the traditional broth and the spicy broth. It was my partner's first time going and he ordered all of the meats at the same time. Rookie mistake. When you go, it's important to take your time because it is all you can eat. There is a table time limit for 90 minutes but trust me when you take your time and get what you can eat, you will be pleased! I will say the male employee with the blonde ponytail was extremely rude, and when he came to drop off food, he would slam it onto the table. Other than that, the service was decent. The restaurant was clean. They kept everything organized and looking fresh. I'm really happy. They incorporated the chicken wings because those were so good. I can't stop thinking about them.

    half and half
    Alex W.

    10/10 Experience! This is my third time coming to happy lamb and leaving in a food coma! The wait wasn't too bad and thankfully they have a seating area inside! After being seated they have an appetizer bar while you wait for your HotPot base! The Hot pot options are Vast and they have something for everyone! Honestly its a great place to enjoy with friends or family and they have the best ice cream to end the day off with. Cant wait to come back!

    Kim K.

    We had an absolutely fantastic experience at happy lamb! We got a duo broth which was so nice since we both prefer different types of proteins! The amount of vegetables and sauce customizations were super impressive and everything was restocked and freshened up quite often. I really appreciated the different varieties of noodles and the extensive amount of seafood options! We had lamb, beef, fish balls, crab, and various veggies and everything was delicious. The small addition of kimchi and other garnishes was also very appreciated as was a delicious ice cream cone to finish. We did not feel rushed and had a great time!

    Good food selection
    Wilson I.

    I will recommend this place time and time again I really enjoyed the food and wish to go back

    Ciara W.

    The crispy lamb shank was delicious! I would go back again just for that! Lots of variety in their self serve stations for items to put in the hot pot. I wasn't very impressed with the broth itself. Meat was fresh and easy to cook. It's a large amount of food for the price you pay, so that's a plus. Great for big groups and wide booths so lots of room. Service was okay but felt they could've been friendlier.

    Hotpot spread
    Clarissa C.

    Such a fun experience!! I've had my fair share of AYCE hotpot places and this is definitely pretty good! You grab all your raw ingredients from an outside bar, while the meats you have to order and they deliver to your table. There's also a sauce bar, and they serve little mantou with condensed milk and chicken wings. This place also serves grilled lamb leg?? My dad would love this lol. We chose the three soup pot with tomato, chicken (?) and mala. Love that they have several different types of mushrooms, pumpkin, AND quail eggs! The holy grail of my hot pot experience. There's also a self serve freezer that includes vanilla and chocolate ice creams, in addition to a chocolate ice cream bar. I think Happy Lamb is a place where you definitely can't go wrong. The service is always fast and your food comes out almost instantly despite it being a packed house! The restaurant is on the smaller side, so you might want to queue up earlier to grab a spot! All the tables are booths that fit lots of people.

    Nikhil D.

    Happy Lamb is easily my favorite hotpot place in Chicago. I always look forward to coming here, and this time I went with the Premium combo. It was excellent. The Wagyu brisket stood out the most. It was beautifully marbled and incredibly tender, with a richness that really came through even after just a quick dip in the broth. The Wagyu had that extra depth and buttery texture that made it special. I chose the three-broth pot, which is something I really recommend. Each broth brought something different to the table. The spicy mala had a deep chili flavor with that signature numbing heat that builds gradually but stays balanced. The creamy bone broth was comforting and mellow, a nice contrast to the spice. The golden cabbage marrow broth had a clean, umami-rich, sour and spicy flavor that paired really well with vegetables and seafood. From the ingredient options, I had mushrooms (white beech mushrooms), fresh octopus, and spam. Everything was fresh and prepped well. I really appreciate the variety they offer. There is a lot to choose from depending on what you're in the mood for. The sauce bar is another highlight. It has all the essentials, like soy sauce, garlic, chili oil, sesame oil, cilantro, and more. I like that you can mix your own and tailor it exactly to your taste. It's simple but really effective in elevating each bite. They always offer dessert at the end, which you can grab yourself from the small freezer. There's ice cream and a couple of mousse cakes like mango and coconut. It's a nice way to finish the meal and a thoughtful touch. The service is always great. Everyone is friendly and attentive without being overbearing. The ambiance is warm and comfortable. Also, your meal is free on your birthday, which is honestly very generous!

    Self serve veggies
    Kaylyn N.

    My favorite hotpot place!! The service was very friendly and there were so many options!! There isn't many options for vegetarians as far as protein goes but if you eat meat it's great! I love that there's an option to get ANY of the broths as a vegetarian broth!! And let me say, the broth was delicious!! It can be a bit confusing at first if you're not familiar with how hotpot works but feel free to ask staff

    Hot pot
    Isha A.

    Yummy spot if you like hot pot. Enjoyed the experience and their lamb meat is halal. Lamb chops were delicious.

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    What is the lunch price? Or is it same price all day?

    How much is all you can eat?

    $28.99 or $35.99

    I can't see the pricing online is it priced as all-you-can-eat or by individual item?

    Yes it is. They do give a time limit on tables but it's definitely tley enough time. The various meats you pick and the rest of the buffet is all you can eat. It's seriously a good deal.

    Can anyone confirm if the Chinatown location (on Wentworth) is BYOB?

    No, it's not. But they do sell liquor.

    Can I eat here if I have shellfish allergy?

    Depends on your level of sensitivity. You would have to trust that none of the service-ware would come into contact with something to which you are allergic. Shellfish is prevalent in the restaurant for all to handle.

    Is there any way to call and make a reservation for larger groups? no one ever answers the phone and the voicemail is full

    Yup I've been there with a large party and I called ahead of time

    What is the birthday policy in the restaurant?

    I was just there yesterday, and they do have a birthday offer, you can eat for free on your birthday there, must show proof of birthday w/ valid id.

    Is there a free birthday special offered when you come in on the day of your birthday?

    Yes

    Do they validate parking?

    Yes they do

    Can I do ayce as a party of 1?

    Yes as I have done it

    Do you have halal options in your menu?

    The lamb is from New Zealand so it's halal, just ask for the vegetarian broth

    Are there halal meat options?

    no, I don't believe there is any halal option in chinatown

    Is your restaurant BYOB?

    No, they have wine and beer.

    Are they open on Christmas Eve?

    Yes. They open 7 days of week, no holiday special.

    What are the restaurant hours on Dec 24, Dec 25, and Dec 26?

    Regular business hour for whole year.

    Does my whole party have to be present to be seated?

    Yep!

    How's the wait during the week?

    Everytime I have gone during the week with a party between 3-5 people it has been little to no time at all... if any 10 mins max.

    Is the tomato broth option vegan?

    They have a vegan broth. It is not the tomato broth. But it is wonderful. You can get it spicy or mild. I recommend doing both as a half & half. Sooooo very good. Answering your questions I want to go now.

    May I come in alone when birthday?

    Yes. They will check your id so make sure you are there on your bday. Happy birthday

    If you do the all you can eat option, can you take any leftovers home here?

    Ofcourse no.

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    MingHin Cuisine

    4.0
    (1.2k reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    I haven't been to a MingHin location in over 6 years, and after having dinner here last weekend, I…read morewish I could come back again tomorrow already haha. We ordered like the PERFECT amount of food and best variety. Roast duck: I honestly don't know if I've ever had duck before, but I'm a duck believer now. The skin on theirs was the perfect crispy shatter texture and the duck was sooooo juicy! I don't know why I was always so worried about it being gamey. They give you fluffy steamed bao buns, a sauce, and scallions on the side as well as duck fried rice! Turnip cake: Obviously a must any time I come to dim sum. I've never seen turnip in any other form than this. Japanese salt & pepper tofu: My FAVORITE dish ever. Any fried salt & pepper tofu always makes me happy. They use a creamy egg-like tofu and the outside is lightly crispy with amazing aromatics stir fried in. Steamed white rice on the side is perfect with this. Loved everything else my dinner buds picked and we were super full by the end! Service was good and food came out fast and scorching hot! ***Parking in the area is treacherous (not the restaurants fault, but reconsider driving if possible bc cell signal can be zero to none around the garages if you get lucky) ***Their website allows you to request a reservation as long as it's 3 hours before your desired time. We came on a Saturday evening around dinner time and there was plenty of room for us to get a table immediately as walk-ins!

    Please be advised, they do not take Apple Pay!…read more Both the egg yolk buns and shrimp friend rice were delicious! I went on Sunday afternoon and there were few parties dining in, so we were able to sit and get our food quickly.

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    Sun Wah Bar-B-Que

    Sun Wah Bar-B-Que

    3.9
    (2.1k reviews)
    8.6 mi
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    This was my first time trying a Chinese barbecue spot in Chicago, and it definitely won't be my…read morelast! I went with someone who knows the city well, and they recommended the duck fried rice. I had never tried it before, and it was absolutely delicious so flavorful and satisfying. We also ordered the wonton soup and egg rolls, and both were really tasty. Everything came out quickly, and the service was warm and efficient, which made the whole experience even better. The prices were very reasonable for the quality of the food, and I'm already looking forward to bringing my friends and family here next time. Great food, great service, and a place I'm excited to come back to!

    This is a tough one. Not happy at all. With all of the wonderful legendary Chinese places closing…read moreover the past few years (Kow Kow, Hong Min, Pekin House, and even the best egg rolls at Mee Mah), Sun Wah has been solid over the years- their whole duck is legendary and incredible. BUT, as wonderful as the food is, the last 5 visits have been dreadful. The angry waitresses are part of the deal, but when we're spending a few hundred bucks on dinner, enough is enough. Asking for extra sauce and being told NO- asking for extra bao wrappers and being told NO, asking for extra daikon for the duck when we're given a half full dish in the first place in unacceptable. And like I said, that's part of the deal. And the food is so good that you put up with it. But what happened last week was the last straw. We ordered egg rolls, 2 large dumpling soups, pot stickers, a whole duck, medium ribs, sweet and sour chicken, and for an appetizer, a medium BBQ pork. When the server brought the pork, first, it was cold. I guess that's also the deal. Sometimes it's hot, sometimes totally cold. But this time, and I'm not exaggerating, more than half of the order was pure white fat. Not fatty pork, white solid fat. we tried chewing git to see if there was any meat, but no. So, I finally got the servers attention and showed her. She looked at it, and then walked away. I assumed she was going to bring us a new order. Instead, the owner walked over. I showed her the 2 plates- 1 plate with half of the solid white fat, and the other plate with chewed up fat pieces. Instead of apologizing and bringing over a new order, she said "sometimes the pigs we get are very fatty". So I replied something like "sure I get that, but you can't serve this to customers" and " can you please bring us a new order of actual pork and not just a plate of fat"??? and she then looks down at both plates and says "you already ate it so we can't do anything. I tell her that, no, I didn't eat anything- you can see a plate with chewed up and spit out fat, but she literally WALKS AWAY. So then of course we wait for her to bring a new order over, but that never happens. And we're loyal customers for many many years, and she knows us. This extreme lack of care for your longtime customers is nauseating. Like I said, we've put up with it for years because we love the food (as well as putting up with the many health code violations over the years), but after this huge fuck you from the owner over a few bucks worth of pork? We're done. And our friends are done. This rude pathetic refusal to admit that you're serving inedible food and take care of your loyal customers with a few dollars in pork will now cost you THOUSANDS of dollars every year, because we have now told 20 of our friends to stop going, and they all agreed with us. Bad move Momma SunWah..........

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    Duck Duck Goat

    Duck Duck Goat

    4.1
    (2.2k reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$$

    Duck Duck Goat lived up to all the hype and everything I have ever heard about it. One of the best,…read moreflavorful meals I have had in a long time. I was able to get a last minute reservation for me and my friends, and we were even able to sit inside. The teapot "group" drink was hard to pour, but that was truly my only complaint of the night. The potstickers melted in your mouth and the scallion pancakes were so unique. We could not get enough! The dan dan noodles were our other favorite. The inside is so cute, intimate, and dark, yet lively and fun at the same time. The perfect restaurant for any occasion!

    I really wanted to love Duck Duck Goat as it was recommended by a friend. The atmosphere was great…read moreand the drinks were good. A few dishes, like the Duck Fried Rice, Pork Belly, and Beef Noodle Soup, were actually pretty solid. But the rest of the night was just so frustrating that I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. The Jiaozi were the first big letdown. The menu said they were beef short rib and bone marrow, but they didn't taste like that at all. The filling was just super mushy and the flavor was just weird. The manager and the food runner were nice when we mentioned it, but our actual server was a disaster. When we tried the Goat Noodles, all we could taste was cumin. It was so overwhelming that it covered up everything else. We couldn't even tell if there was actually any goat shoulder in there. When we told our waiter, she couldn't care less. She got totally defensive, wouldn't even listen to us, and just said, "Oh, I told you when you ordered that the dish is cumin forward" and walked away. It got worse when the bill came. She was holding on to the payment machine so hard and almost yanked it right out of my friend's hand. She was staring at it to see what we were tipping. It was so awkward and incredibly rude. No thank you, no nothing. She just grabbed it and left. The place has potential, but they really need to fix the food and retrain the staff. A cool vibe doesn't make up for bad food and awful service.

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    Join us for Dim Sum every Saturday from 12pm to 3pm.
    Join us for Dim Sum every Saturday from 12pm to 3pm.
    Join us for Dim Sum every Saturday from 12pm to 3pm.
    Join us for Dim Sum every Saturday from 12pm to 3pm.
    Duck Duck Goat To Go - Order via Caviar or Tock.

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