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    4.4 (28 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 9:30 pm

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    Rohan D.

    Authentic Hunan cuisine. AUTHENTIC, meaning it's truly Hunan cuisine, not in the sense of "keeping it real," or being sincere. It's also very good. This also means that the service is Chinese style, which might not be what you're expecting. Good Chinese service is no nonsense and that's what we got. I found this place with the Chief of Staff and a friend using our tried and true method of looking in the window to see who else was eating there. Everyone in there looked like they were Far East Asian, so a check in the positive column. On entry we could hear Mandarin, Cantonese, and Korean so the customers were more diverse than they looked through the window. We didn't get the revolting obsequious nonsense waitstaff monologue typical of more mainstream restaurants, so positive check number two. The place had higher than the Goldilocks zone 3.5 star average that denotes a great Chinese restaurant according to Freddie Wong, so a check in the negative column. They didn't ask how spicy we wanted the food, so we got the usual Hunan level of inferno. Much appreciated. Spicy fish, chili intestines (I like the dearth of euphemisms), the fried lotus root, and cumin spare ribs (Hunan food has more cumin and chili than other Far East Asian cuisines, maybe influenced by Central Asian cultures?) as well as the dumplings were all both delicious and about as not like Cantonese or Mandarin dishes as can be (well the rice was the same). I didn't like that they charge for rice, we had enough rice but just barely.

    Jelly K C.

    Visited Chicago and decided to try Hunan Bistro, which many people recommended for authentic Chinese food. As a local Chinese, I had high expectations. I ordered two popular winter dishes -- Chinese sausage and pork with white chili peppers. Unfortunately, the flavors were not very authentic. The sausage dish tasted more like a Sichuan dish with a numbing flavor and too much fat. It would've been better if they had used green peppers. The white chili pork had plenty of meat, but the chilies were too soft, not like the dried kind we usually use. The service was also disappointing -- my order was wrong, and the server didn't even know the dish names. The stinky tofu was crispy, but the sauce didn't match well. The beef rice noodles were okay, but the pickled radish wasn't sour at all, only had a raw taste. It would be nice if customers could add their own chili. Overall, it's a decent place if you're craving a taste of home, but I wouldn't recommend going out of your way to eat here. Parking is also a headache -- it took me a long time to find a spot!

    Runzer W.

    So delicious...IYKYK...The Pumpkin with Yellow Crab, the beef, the vegetable, the pig feet...omg...

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    Andrea L.

    this place was super authentic and delicious!! we ordered the stir fried pork (少炒肉) and the stir fried cabbage was super good as well. overall, the food was amazing!! it was so good we ordered more togo to eat for dinner as well :D the service was super quick and food came out fast. i would def recommend coming here! it's one of my favorites in chicago

    Jemmie W.

    Great restaurant for spicy, flavorful Hunan dishes. The staff is very helpful and the app used to order is very efficient and easy to use.

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    Probably the most authentic Hunan cuisine I have had in Chicago. Service was also good and restaurant was well decorated!

    Bill X.

    THE BEST HUNAN FOOD in town. Haven't had the authentic human food for a while, and Hunan Bistro really brought me that taste. Highly recommended!

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    Alice L.

    Really nice ambiance, servers were very nice and immediately asked us what we wanted to drink when we came in. The mapo tofu was so so good the flavors were really good, highly recommend. The intestines were also good but really spicy, even though we asked for mild spicy on both so if you can't handle spice maybe get something else or try asking for no spice (idk how that would work though haha). The mapo tofu was a perfect amount of spice though! Oh and the food was served FAST which was great.

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    Gustavo O.

    Handsome serving for one person. Excellent customer service. Very attentive staff and the food came out relatively quickly. Hot tea comes out in a kettle with. Highly recommend

    Fannie C.

    It's so damn good, if you are a person wanna try some spicy food, here is the spot you can't miss! As an Chinese and been to Hunan, i tried so many restaurant, this one is very close to what i had before in China. I'm so glad to try here, definitely recommend it to you guys! They are new to here, need your support! BTW, all the workers here are so friendly, they deserve your attention!

    House special spicy beef ...in the category of "Hunan Special Stir Fry" had plenty of jalapeños

    Celebration of Spicy peppers means they actually put a box of Kleenex tissues on every table in preparation for the eye-watering and sneezing reaction! Nice decor. Pleasant staff. Semiprivate and private areas for 10 - 12, including 2nd floor.

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    This is one of my standbys in Chinatown. Excellent ambiance and outstanding menu of hunan classics. Service was outstanding.

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    Always sooo good!! Love this place! Good and service are excellent. Ambiance is great too.

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    The ambiance is definitely a culture shock, but the food is really fire. The spice fish is my favorite dish for the family style.

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    Really like the stinky tofu there! Really excited to get that in chicago. Will come back again

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    MingHin Cuisine

    MingHin Cuisine

    3.9
    (3.2k reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    Took the family to Chinatown for my partner's birthday and made it a full afternoon. First time…read morebringing the kids, first time introducing them to dim sum, and we came in hot on a busy day with multiple events happening in the area. MingHin was packed, loud, and a little chaotic. Worth it. Dim sum is an experience as much as a meal and MingHin delivers on both fronts. We ordered more than we could keep track of. Soup dumplings that immediately became the kids' personal obsession. Shu mai that hit every time. BBQ pork buns in every form they offered because obviously. Chinese broccoli to balance out the indulgence. Everything was solid, fresh, and exactly what you want from a dim sum spread. The room was packed and buzzing but the service kept up impressively. Servers were constantly circling, clearing empty plates and dishes without missing a beat. Clean and attentive even at full capacity, which is no small thing. Fair warning if you are bringing little ones: this environment is a lot. The noise, the crowd, the overwhelming parade of food arriving at the table. Our kids loved what they ate but the sensory experience was a bit much for them. This is a place better suited for a group of adventurous adults or older kids who thrive in high energy environments. Prices are great for the quality and quantity of food you get. A Chinatown institution for good reason. Just know what you are walking into and embrace it fully.

    MingHin Cuisine is one of my favorite spots for dim sum and family-style dining. The service is…read morealways great, and I appreciate that they provide complimentary tea while you enjoy your meal. The portions are huge, so I highly recommend sharing dishes, especially if you're dining with a group. If you're not familiar with the menu, it can be a little challenging to know what to order, but the staff is usually helpful with recommendations. Some of my favorites are the dumplings, various rice dishes, chicken, lemongrass dishes, Mongolian beef, and other traditional offerings. This is a fantastic place for larger groups, and they're very accommodating when it comes to splitting checks. The food comes out quickly, the atmosphere is lively, and there's plenty of variety for everyone. If you're in the area near Joy Yee, MingHin is definitely worth a visit!

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    Lao Peng You

    4.2
    (438 reviews)
    4.0 mi
    $$

    Pure comfort food. We went on a Sunday around 4pm and were quoted a 45-minute wait, but ended up…read moregetting seated in about 15 minutes. Worth the hype! The vibes were chill with pop music playing in the background. Service was solid. Our server was knowledgeable, explained the menu well, and answered questions without rushing us. The Pork & Chive Dumplings tasted like something my mom would make at home. The broth they sit in adds a lot of flavor and makes the dish even better. My only nitpick is that I personally prefer a thicker, chewier dumpling wrapper. The Dan Dan Noodles were the standout. Creamy, nutty, crunchy from the peanuts, packed with flavor, and not overly spicy. It was my first time trying dan dan noodles and now I totally understand the hype. 8/10. The Xian Bing took about 25 minutes to come out, which makes sense since they're made fresh. The lamb filling was flavorful and the outside was super crispy, almost like a scallion pancake. The bread itself was softer and thicker than I expected and could've used a little more flavor. Overall, this felt like authentic, comforting food that leaves you completely satisfied when you walk out. Next time I'd absolutely order the Dan Dan Noodles again and try the beef noodles, scallion pancakes, and beef dumplings.

    We went in as a group of five. The wait was short and we got a table easily. Seating is tight and…read morethe interior is basic. We started with house beer, then worked through chicken potstickers, tofu skin salad, the xian bing (freshly baked crispy bread stuffed with cumin lamb), and dan dan noodles. The dan dan noodles were the standout, tangy and spicy in a way that turned almost addictive. The xian bing was a close second, the crust crackly against the rich, cumin-heavy lamb. A solid meal in a no-frills room.

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    Beef and green onion dumpling soup
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    Duck Duck Goat

    Duck Duck Goat

    4.1
    (2.2k reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$$

    This was my favorite stop at my visit to Chicago earlier this month! Duck Duck Goat checks all the…read moreboxes from gorgeous interior and sultry ambiance offering different looks for each room, to mouth-watering dishes and stunning cocktails. We had the Dan Dan Slap Noodles, Crab Rangoon and Xiao Long Bao that had us wishing we came hungrier to try more dishes. The chef offers a new, fun twist to Chinese favorites; the pineapple and mascarpone-almond filling in the Crab Rangoon was excellent! Our wonderful server recommended the Dan Dan Slap Noodles, it being his favorite dish, and it did not disappoint! The Chai'd and True cocktail had me rethinking my opinions on bourbon it was so delightful. Come hungry!

    We made reservations for brunch on a Sunday. This place was packed when we arrived and we were…read morestill able to get seated right away. It's crazy it's completely died down by the time we were finished with our meal. The service was great, the interior decor was beautiful and the staff was friendly. The dim sum offered for brunch was good as well but pricey. Especially since some dishes were only offered with two pieces. If you have a party of three then you're kind of forced into buying two of the same dishes. Which is strange. Traditionally most dim sum dishes have three pieces. Rarely see 2 pieces being offered especially for double the price. We ordered their Jiaozi, Char Sui Bao, crab Rangoon, chilly chilli noodles, and their Xiang long Bao. All were great. The chilly chilli noodles is served cold and was very flavorful. The Xiang Kong Bao was amazing. The potstickers was probably my favorite dish and it's mess up char Sui Bao. We were going to order wings but they had ran out I guess by 12pm on a Sunday. I was also going to order fried rice but it wasn't offered for brunch. Overall despite the priciness of the menu, we still enjoyed our food and the service. I obviously knew what I was getting myself into by visiting this place, and can definitely see myself returning in the future.

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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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    Xi’an Cuisine

    Xi’an Cuisine

    4.4
    (183 reviews)
    2.1 mi

    LEGIT. Every time I come here, it's just for that lamb…read morenoodle soup (羊肉泡馍). Also, the fried green beans are amazing--those dishes have GuoQi, the magical Chinese smoky char I almost never get in the US. That taste really feels like back in China. I wish the Bay Area had this kind of flavor, but unfortunately, we don't. 牛逼!

    Pretty decent hand pulled noodles in a no frills setting. Service was a little spotty but…read moreunderstandably so given one waitress for almost a full restaurant. Potstickers: Nice thin skins, good crunchy pan fry on the bottom, slightly underseasoned filling. Sautéed bok choy: Crispy and light with a hint of garlic, easy and healthy. Biang Biang noodles: Interesting mix of strong flavors, which weren't quite my favorite. I found it to be a touch too salty, and I was surprised by the tomato. Trialing the thin noodles was probably the wrong move; the thick hand pulled ones would've stood up to the savorineas much better. Large portion. Beef noodle soup: The thick hand pulled noodles were homey and delicious, just the right texture with some alternating thin and thick chewiness that reminded me of home. The beef noodle soup was quite light without any real beef flavor, though comforting nonetheless. Some pieces of beef were chewier and not completely cooked through while others were tender and melt in your mouth. I'd return when in the mood for a bowl of thick hand pulled noodles and maybe some healthy sauteed vegetables.

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    Marinated Tofu Skin with Hot Oil
    Marinated Tofu Skin with Hot Oil
    Biang Biang Noodle 裤带面 ($15) - with egg and tomato, pork, bok choy. Requested without beef.

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    Biang Biang Noodle 裤带面 ($15) - with egg and tomato, pork, bok choy. Requested without beef.

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