Gourmet Food

“Although people say the place is small, they are fast at getting your food to you so being seated...”

Although people say the place is small, they are fast at getting your food to you so being seated for meals for long isn’t a problem to eat and leave. I order something simple, BBQ Pork fried rice, and it did look super plain BUT the flavor was so good. I ate the whole thing pretty quick and that’s not normal for me. Ordering was easy. Food was good. I would definitely recommend. Service was super friendly.

Jennifer Hampton

May 2025

“This is a hidden gem in the neighborhood for over 35 years.”

This is a hidden gem in the neighborhood for over 35 years. It's not a place for fine dine and wine. You can dine in which is self serves. They are known for ginger scallion chicken over rice, spare rib over rice, salt and pepper pork chop, and recently I have been ordering the Mongolian beef over rice.

Wil Y

Aug 2024

“Excellent !! food for the soul. Too delicious.”

Mosmae Mishra

Jul 2024

“Scallon ginger chicken and duck 😋 Been in this spot for long time .”

Scallon ginger chicken and duck 😋 Been in this spot for long time . 40 plus years A chinatown eatery ❤️ #porkmafia

Phil Wingo

Mar 2024

“10/10 on the food here.”

10/10 on the food here. The crispy pork is beyond good, and I love the giant whole wings. I’ve tried a few other dishes here and nothing has disappointed. Service is always friendly and quick. The only knock on this place is the ambiance or lack there of. Not the most inviting outside or inside, but grab your food to go and you will be a happy camper. Enjoy!

Zachary Flax

Dec 2023

“Some of thee best good in Chicago China town...”

Some of thee best good in Chicago China town.... Wendy the chef and owner is amazing...This was a private dinner

Ruth Hines

Jul 2023

“Their 肠粉 is so so so delicious (picture 1 and 2).”

Their 肠粉 is so so so delicious (picture 1 and 2). They don’t look amazing, but they taste so so so amazing! Fried dough（油条）is not recommended. Fried bun and fried dumplings are good! Sesame am ball is also good!

Jane Yu

May 2023

“Been coming to this place for decades and it’s never changed.”

Been coming to this place for decades and it’s never changed. This place defines “hole in the wall” Chinese eatery. Customer service and hygiene are not it’s forte, but it’s made up for it with price and flavor! Lol

david chen

May 2023

“The best dim sum dumplings in Chinatown.”

The best dim sum dumplings in Chinatown! Superior quality and price. Cozy dining atmosphere with multiple different vendors. But this lady’s got them all beat.

Bill Altmayer

Sep 2022

“Good quantity of food.”

Good quantity of food. Great price.

Kevin Pineda

Apr 2022

“My usual $25 order: (1) 2 Sweet Tofu with extra sugar 😘, (2) $12/lb of fattier BBQ Pork, (3) ALL...”

My usual $25 order: (1) 2 Sweet Tofu with extra sugar 😘, (2) $12/lb of fattier BBQ Pork, (3) ALL remaining BBQ Chicken Liver. SWEET TOFU is hard to find in restaurants. I was recommended here by restaurant staff. Quality comes and goes, but good enough to satisfy craving. ❤️❤️ the fattier BBQ Pork option ($9 vs $12) is less red, and taste similar to the "sio ba" I grew up in the Philippines. Marbling could be better. I don't think the Other place has an option, and it was too dry. Woo hoo! BBQ CHICKEN LIVER availability. The other place is always sold out by morning. BBQ wise, I think GOURMET FOOD has better temperature and time as it's less dry, with no hard edges. Should you want hard edges, you can easily broil it at home. As for prepared dishes, you are on your own. 😐 I don't think I will be ordering here anytime soon as there is no seating area.

Belle Lopez

Dec 2021

“Great whole in the wall spot the food was awesome no frills good cheap food would recommend if you...”

Great whole in the wall spot the food was awesome no frills good cheap food would recommend if you just want some great food

David Howarx

Jun 2025