Outstanding restaurant. People who run this place are kind and cool and make some of the best chicken teriyaki. Not only that, but when I’m done eating I felt good and had a nap. But I also feel totally at peace, like time is an ocean that suddenly stops and becomes a beautiful, cerulean mirror of the sky, and I’m dancing on that mirror with orange chicken in my hands. The vodka lemonade was banging. The service was pretty good, the line was slow but once you get to the top it’s fast. It was a nice lunch at the pier.

We had such a great experience at Big Bowl Chinese Express in Navy Pier! We arrived a little early and didn’t realize they weren’t officially open yet, but the staff was super nice and took our order so it would be ready when they opened. We got the chicken teriyaki fried rice, and it was amazing—Panda Express who? Honestly, it could compete with a lot of popular spots. The prices were great, and the serving sizes were plentiful. Definitely my favorite part of Navy Pier!

This was my second visit here. The experience is, it is what it is. The dim sum offerings are reasonably priced, though the flavors don’t exactly dazzle. The vegetables were rather uninspiring, and the shrimp crepe could benefit from more gooey sauce. Other dishes, such as the noodles, also seemed a bit underwhelming in terms of sauce distribution. Still, I appreciate that this spot allows me to enjoy a variety of dim sum in one sitting—perfect for sampling a bit of everything.

Fancy looking Cantonese style food in the heart of Chicago. We got some delicious dim sum in a random Tuesday night. I was amazed the quality of food for late night dinner so I would say I was happy.

Shang Noodle is awesome. I had the House Special Stir-Fry with tofu and white rice. The food came to our table super quick, which was greatly appreciated since we were pressed for time. The portions were so generous that we couldn’t even finish. The flavors were incredible, and all the veggies tasted really good together. We also loved the ambiance and the attentive service, especially from our waitress. I'm always happy when they serve me water right away. If I were staying in Chicago a little longer, I’d definitely be going back!

Stopped by for a quick lunch. Relatively new spot. The service was fantastic. Don’t come here if you’re a big fan of soup dumplings but I’d still recommend because of the quality of the other dishes I tried during my first visit.

Came to the restaurant in person at around 1:30, there was no wait for us to get seated. Here is my review: 1. High quality food, VERY fresh and tasty.🤤 2. My favorite broth is golden chicken and spicy. 3. Bubble tea is really good. They even have brown sugar ice jello. 4. Nice service and environment 5. Parking only costs 5 bucks(under 4 hours) I would recommend joining their reservation waitlist on yelp in advance!!!!

Had an amazing time at Qiao Lin Hotpot in downtown Chicago! The food was fresh and packed with flavor—perfect for anyone who loves a good hotpot experience. The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, but what really made the night special was our server, Tim. He was awesome to chat with, super helpful, and knew exactly how to guide us through the menu. Tim’s friendly and knowledgeable service made everything so much more enjoyable. If you’re looking for great food and a top-notch dining experience, Qiao Lin Hotpot is the place to go. Ask for Tim—you won’t be disappointed!

Disappointing for Asian Cuisine After a shopping session at Water Tower Place in Chicago, I decided to stop by Wow Bao to satisfy a sudden hunger and opt for a healthy choice. Having traveled to several Asian countries and enjoyed their local cuisine, I was curious to try their food. Unfortunately, I was completely disappointed. I ordered a rice dish with fried chicken and vegetables, but it was severely lacking in flavor. The spices, which are a hallmark of Asian cuisine, were almost nonexistent. Honestly, the authenticity and richness of flavors you’d expect from Asian cuisine were missing. Asian cuisine deserves much better than this. I wouldn’t recommend it if you’re looking for authentic flavors.

If you looking for good steam buns, this is the place but the chicken teriyaki was the worst I ever had. Please take it off the menu if you cannot make it right.