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China Chef — a chinese spot in Morton Grove. Walk in and you know immediately: this place is real. Friendly team that sets the tone. J Y: "The egg rolls were also some of the best egg rolls I have ever had"
Chrono
254 reviews
“The menu is extensive, with all the classics you’d expect—General Tso’s, orange chicken, Mongolian beef—and everything is cooked fresh and served hot”
I want to start by saying the food here is good. The management is terrible. Do not come here during peak hours.
Im Sorry the food was lukewarm, the potstickers were cold and didn’t taste right, bbq pork fried rice really oily, delivery was really late said an hour and I got it hour and half.
My order was a lunch special Mongolian de light the taste was ok and decent amount of meat for a lunch special but food was extremely greasy that it had a pool of oil in the bottom of the plate and the egg rolls were overflowing with oil.
5920 Lincoln Ave, Morton Grove, IL 60053
“One of my fav chinese restaurants.”
Ryan brich
Dec 2025
“25th Dec, Chinese lunch became a tradition.”
25th Dec, Chinese lunch became a tradition. We wanted to get out and get some fresh air, decided to go for Chinese in memory of my wife's late mom. She liked this place and she used to go with the family to this restaurant. Memories came back for my wife and we enjoyed a quiet lunch. First we had to wait a bit (somehow the staff was very busy with delivery activities and forgot us), but once a nice waiter noticed that we were back on track. We started with Green Tea, Vegetable Spring Rolls, moved on to Chicken Sweet-Sour and Chicken Lo Mein. The portions are huge, we could easily have done one entree and still take food home. Now we have a LOT of chinese food at home. The interior design and atmosphere is a bit dated, but isn't that what we came for, the memories and the good food?! We like it. I still give it overall a 5-star, liked out the waiter, he really made an effort.
Reto
Dec 2025
“China Chief is an absolute must-visit for anyone craving authentic, delicious Chinese cuisine...”
China Chief is an absolute must-visit for anyone craving authentic, delicious Chinese cuisine served with genuinely warm hospitality. From the moment you step in, you'll feel welcomed, and your taste buds will thank you! Unbeatable Value with the Luncheon Special The value here is simply fantastic. The Luncheon Menu (available 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Saturday) is a steal. For just $9.95 to $11.95, you get an incredible meal that includes: A choice of soup (like the delicious-looking soup in the photo!) Daily Salad Fried Rice A Fortune Cookie And their excellent Oolong Tea (the perfect complement to the meal). The quality you get for this price is exceptional, making it one of the best lunch deals around! Whether you choose the classics like Sweet & Sour Chicken or a specialty like General Tao's Chicken (as seen on the menu), you're guaranteed a satisfying and flavorful dish, like the savory fried rice and entrée combination pictured. Fantastic Food & Friendly Atmosphere The food at China Chief is consistently fantastic. Every dish is clearly made with care, featuring bold, authentic flavors and fresh ingredients. This isn't just fast food; it's a delicious, high-quality dining experience. The atmosphere is welcoming, and the staff is super nice and attentive, elevating the entire dining experience. Good service truly makes the food taste even better! Great for Parties and Gatherings If you're planning a celebration or family gathering, China Chief also offers a private room for parties, which is a huge bonus! It's the perfect spot to host an event where you want great food, privacy, and excellent service. In summary: If you're looking for superb Chinese food, excellent prices (especially the Luncheon Special!), and a friendly, welcoming environment, make China Chief your next meal destination!
James Dobbs
Dec 2025
“I've been coming here for years.”
I've been coming here for years. I love the food. A plus that they used to have a restaurant in the Philippines, I can order some Filipino dishes also.
Thea
Nov 2024
“My family and I have been eating China Chef's food since I was a very young child.”
My family and I have been eating China Chef's food since I was a very young child. They have great tasting food. We love their egg rolls, chicken fried rice, and all the dishes over the years.
Susie Levinberg
Jan 2024
“Still awesome egg rolls!”
Still awesome egg rolls!! Just like I remember them over the past 25 years, the food quality has never changed, super friendly service too!
Burt
Jul 2018
“Happy to have a spot to go on Christmas - and very kind of them to get my mom and in last minute without reservations.”
Happy to have a spot to go on Christmas - and very kind of them to get my mom and in last minute without reservations! Sorta funny to get these DIS-fortunes on Christmas but they were good for a laugh.
Brianna Elsass
Jan 2025
“I ordered the shrimp fried rice with basil and it was very good.”
I ordered the shrimp fried rice with basil and it was very good. Definitely recommend it.
Travellerkayas
Feb 2024
“China Chef was a recommendation from a local Asian grocer, definitely worth the try.”
China Chef was a recommendation from a local Asian grocer, definitely worth the try! Dishes were prepared piping hot and tasteful! Service was great with the manager and waiter both very accommodating. We order combo fried rice, pork with pan fried noodles, black pepper beef with flat noodles, Singaporean curry noodles. There's a parking lot.
siewyin Yinng
May 2021
“Always love their salt and pepper smelts.”
Always love their salt and pepper smelts. Too bad they don't have the lobster when we went, there were only us who ate there that Sunday lunch time. But you can hear the pick up orders.
Garnet88
Sep 2020
“This is a very old school Chinese restaurant, the cooking style is meant to be for old taste buds...”
This is a very old school Chinese restaurant, the cooking style is meant to be for old taste buds and not the most authentic. It’s also not the best value too. But it seems this place fits the locals taste palette.
Jesse Lee
Oct 2024
“we went to china chef today for a mother’s day dinner and had a great time.”
we went to china chef today for a mother’s day dinner and had a great time. we were sat immediately and provided water and oolong tea. we ordered the family meal for 3. the short ribs were tender and sweet. the egg rolls were great, according to my father. i found them to be a bit greasy. the fried rice was my favorite dish we received. i mostly ate that. we also had a shrimp dish which was extremely salty and took my mother and my appetite away. overall okay experience.
Leena C
May 2023
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