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China Lamp Restaurant

4.4 ★277 reviews ·Opens at 11:30AM tomorrow
“The chkn fried rice was so darn tasty, I asked for my Szechuan veggies well done soft; they cooked em perfect and cut small to ensure this, and the egg rolls hit the spot”
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China Lamp Restaurant — chinese in Back of the Yards. 273+ Google reviews. "The best food is always hot and fresh" — Rhonda Woods [$]

What 277 diners keep saying

Great valueNeighborhood institutionHidden gemTakeout strong
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4603 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Back of the Yards
Today11:30AM-9:30PM
Sun12:30-9:30PM
Mon11:30AM-9:30PM
TueClosed
Wed–Sat11:30AM-9:30PM
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What 277 diners keep saying

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Review photo by Julian Gabriel
Aug 2025

“They take CC now, Take out only. Egg rolls shrunk not cool. But Still good prices and great service and owners. I do recommend.”

Julian Gabriel

Julian Gabriel

61 reviews on Google

Review photo by Natalia T
May 2024

“They are take out only since Covid and that’s ok. It’s hard for businesses . Ate here as a kid and as an adult I had forgot how amazing they are . The chkn fried rice was so darn tasty, I asked for my Szechuan veggies well done soft; they cooked em perfect and cut small to ensure this, and the egg rolls hit the spot. I was so happy with this meal and was okay with every penny I spent. (Not to mention they were nice enough to share enough sweet n sour and soy )”

Natalia T

Natalia T

48 reviews on Google

Review photo by Diana Reyes
Oct 2022

“The food was absolutely delicious and they had more than a few options that aren't typically available at similar Chinese restaurants. We ordered the Yet Ca Main soup, Pork Hong Sue, Szechuan Sliced Beef, and Potstickers. The amount and quality of food for the price is incredible! Glad we found this gem that's apparently been around for ages! My favorite was probably the soup which was light and flavorful with extremely tender pieces of beef 👍”

Diana Reyes

Diana Reyes

26 reviews on Google

Review photo by Tracy Jones-Spraggins
Jun 2025

“Orange chicken is horrible and I mean horrible”

Tracy Jones-Spraggins

Tracy Jones-Spraggins

4 reviews on Google

Review photo by Mr. MooreThanMoney
Feb 2026

“Somebody need to send the health inspector there! Found rat poop in my fried rice and unfortunately it was towards the end. So upset hopefully I don’t get sick but yes, rat poop!”

Mr. MooreThanMoney

Mr. MooreThanMoney

24 reviews on Google

Jun 2026

“Genuinely some of the best takeout around ♥️🙏”

Austin Philipps

Austin Philipps

2 reviews on Google

May 2026

“Been going here for a little over 20 years... Love it! Prices are great.. The owners are such nice people always recognize my family and even know our order! Very nice vibes and of course, food is delicious. 😉”

Judith Lefebvre

Judith Lefebvre

1 reviews on Google

Jan 2026

“love the chicken noodle soup ive been going here since i was a kid and the portions have always stayed good and cheap”

lexi wexi

lexi wexi

3 reviews on Google

Jan 2026

“My Neice, Sheryl Alexander, and I have been customer's for years, Food is great. We are glad you're back open. Good is still our favorite!!! Annie Sumler and Sheryl Alexander. 🌞🌞”

Annie Sumler

Annie Sumler

1 reviews on Google

Jan 2026

“Tengo años comiendo de este restaurante y desde que lo probé se convirtió en uno de mis favoritos lo recomiendo 100%”

Zzz Zzzxx

Zzz Zzzxx

1 reviews on Google

Aug 2025

“I would recommend the orange chicken it is softly made sweet and always fresh”

Serendipity GOD'S

Serendipity GOD'S

2 reviews on Google

Jul 2025

“Good service and the people”

jomi leon

jomi leon

82 reviews on Google

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