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Hunan Spring Restaurant — honest chinese in Irving Park. Affordable. Sandra K.: "The best part about the food is that everything is super fresh and tastes like it's high quality"
B Lemke
109 reviews
First time ordering after reading reviews and it will be the only time.
A friend and I went to get a quick lunch at Hunan Spring.
Poor service: Lady at the front desk gave me 2 forks knowing we are a family of 4 no napkins at all.
5279 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60630
“I love their cashew chicken, wonton soup and their sweet and sour chicken”
“Really nice fast and good food!!”
Alan Insley
Mar 2025
“Eat here everyday I can for lunch.”
Eat here everyday I can for lunch. Food is amazing! They customize my order every time and it’s delicious. Friendly people. Highly recommend!
Anthony Cardenas
Aug 2024
“I usually don’t have good experiences with small businesses, but this place was definitely what I expected!”
I usually don’t have good experiences with small businesses, but this place was definitely what I expected!. My family and I went in and ordered the orange chicken, lo mein and white rice. The food was delicious. The lady there was really nice. It’s a good hidden spot I definitely recommend.
Alexandra Reyes
Feb 2024
“This hidden gem is located on Elston avenue next to the Forest Glen Metro stop.”
This hidden gem is located on Elston avenue next to the Forest Glen Metro stop. I've been going to this place for many years, and I've never had a bad meal. The owners are a young couple that take pride in what they do and always have a smile when it comes time to pick up my takeout. Our go-to's for dishes four seasons, happy delight, general Tso's chicken and orange chicken. Their portions are large and their prices are very reasonable.
R B
Jan 2021
“Fresh and plentiful vegetables in every order.”
Fresh and plentiful vegetables in every order. Great tasting and all at a fair price. This has become our to go place when ordering Chinese Food. Delicious.
Luis Pedraza
Oct 2020
“I have been coming here for years for a good smoothie.”
I have been coming here for years for a good smoothie. Their smoothies never disappoint. They are very close to the DMV so it is nice to have a small, locally owned business nearby. Also I have to note, their service is so friendly. Every time I enter, it never feels hostile. I can not wait to try more of their dishes. Update: I tried their orange chicken. It is delicious and pretty good priced. Definitely recommend it.
Brian Posada
May 2020
“I have been a customer for 10 years and the spicy shrimp fried rice is amazing.”
I have been a customer for 10 years and the spicy shrimp fried rice is amazing. They also prepare your food quickly! I ordered last week and it was at my house in 15 minutes. Anyone in the area should try this place!
Yolanda Irineo
Feb 2019
“Not exactly too shabby, but it's not exactly something to write home about.”
Not exactly too shabby, but it's not exactly something to write home about. I ordered General Tso's chicken as depicted in the photograph. While the chicken was nice, the rice is the same style of rice that feels dry that is used by most American Chinese restaurants (likely for its low cost). Portion size is fair, and some chicken pieces felt too large - especially since the only utensils they provide are a plastic fork.
Michael G
Jan 2023
“Poor service: Lady at the front desk gave me 2 forks knowing we are a family of 4 no napkins at all.”
Poor service: Lady at the front desk gave me 2 forks knowing we are a family of 4 no napkins at all. No trashcan in sight and wish I would of noticed the poor lack of cleaning they had. Won't come back again.
Mini Sanz
Sep 2019
“Got Chicken fried rice and chicken chow fun for 20$ pick up.”
Got Chicken fried rice and chicken chow fun for 20$ pick up. Nothing in the fried rice except the chicken rice and some msg. Chow fun is just mushy gump.. disappointed.
Sid
Aug 2022
“This food blew my mind better then i expected I wish it had a updated eat in seating I would love...”
This food blew my mind better then i expected I wish it had a updated eat in seating I would love to eat it hot off the wok. But extremely tasty and great service, polite and quick.
Jeremy Melendez
Jan 2026
“Our favorite Chinese in the area, ever since Excelsior Gardens closed:( Great egg rolls and sesame chicken.”
Our favorite Chinese in the area, ever since Excelsior Gardens closed:( Great egg rolls and sesame chicken. Good prices.
Ideah J
Dec 2025
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