This family-owned hidden gem is located in a rundown international plaza and continues to serve its loyal local customers. It has truly stood the test of time in my opinion. If you're planning to visit over the weekend, be sure to grab a dozen of their fried bread sticks, also known as 油条/yóutiáo, right when you arrive. It's a bit disappointing that they have shrunk in size over the years, but these long, crispy bread sticks still stretch like melted mozzarella and deliver that nostalgic deep-fried dough flavor. I ordered the Hakka-style sauté with sesame chicken and a side of salty bean curd soup, and I'm pleased to report that the flavors have remained consistent after all these years.
Classic and authentic Chinese food executed deliciously. Its a no frills place with food served on styrofoam, however it shouldn’t detract from the experience. Their food is consistent and packed with flavor and care. I love their spicy beef noodle soup, crispy smelt fish (my favorite), pork and cabbage dumplings, and pork chop. The staff are kind and take time to answer our questions and provide recommendations. It’s a hidden gem that everyone should go try.
It’s a food court so atmosphere is food court atmosphereSoy milk is my go toN the soy sauce eggs never go wrongGot the husband n wife slices, regrets, remembered I had it before n there was too much fatty pieces n the same again, sad faceAlso bought drunken chicken n the Taiwanese rice roll
Amazing hole in the wall! I haven’t had a breakfast like this since I went to China. If you’re not sure what to order, here are some suggestions: you tiao (1-2 per person), hot (sweet) soymilk, smoked pork pancake, and fan tuan (the last you can eat later).
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I travel way out of my way to get the Spicy Beef Noodle soup there. If you've never had it, I strongly suggest you give it a try!Wheelchair accessibility: Absolutely no problem if you require wheelchair access.
after change of the ownership, price went up significantly and food portion has been getting smaller. now they charge you extra fee on credit card but won't let you use amex? what a rip off!
The food here is fantastic! Make sure to arrive by 10 AM when they open. You'll find many Asian families and friends enjoying a taste of home, reminiscing about what real good food is like.
The food quality has declined since the new owner took over. They've raised the prices while reducing the quality of the dishes. I'm very disappointed.
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Their service is inconceivably slow, as all the breakfast food is premade. I feel the management is just too stubborn to run this place efficiently.
Best youtiao in Illinois. This is a no frills food court, but the frangrance and texture of their youtiao is out of this world.
