Jess Cafe

Name: Jess Cafe
Address: 5819 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60634, Chicago, IL, 60634.0, US
Telephone: +1 773-637-2717
Price range: $
Rating: 4.4

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Chinese·Thai·Korean·Filipino

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About

Jess Cafe — solid, no-fuss chinese in Portage Park. Walk in and you know immediately: this place is real. They don't skimp here. "The Pepper Steak tasted like the Kung Pao should have and was perfectly seasoned" — Mary Pence

Experience Breakdown

🍴Food

4.9

👥Service

4.5

✨Ambiance

4.2

💬Sentiment

4.3

Virginia Czarnecki

142 reviews

Highlights

CozyOld SchoolFamily FriendlyQuick BiteTakeout StrongHuge PortionsFast ServiceNeighborhood Institution

What Diners Are Saying

Diners loved

Generous portionsCozy, intimate space

Some noted

Had my food delivered, 1st time ordering from here, good portions, sent all the sauces, but nothing tasted good except for the vegetable egg roles .
— Selene Uribe

Unfortunately I have been patronizing Jess cafe for so many years and recently I had an experience eating the tomato rice that felt like biting into an insect.
— El

Used to be one of my favorites. Roaches and rats no thank you. Not eating here again. Kitchen should be top priority.

Location

5819 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60634

What 1,342+ diners say about Jess Cafe

Delivery was super fast. Portions were HUGE. And entree w rice would be more than enough for 2 people. Wish the teriyaki beef had marinated longer...will be great for lunch tomorrow. Sad that appetizers were expensive and large....would have liked a value dinner, a couple crab rangoon & 1/2 the amount of beef & mushrooms. Didn't realize they were so close. If neighbors wanna split dinner would love to try several unique items on the menu. The online service to order was too confusing🥲. Dinner split would have come to less than $10 per person. Deal for working busy couples.

“The food here is OUT of this WORLD.”

The food here is OUT of this WORLD! My sister bought me here before my flight back to Melbourne and Oh boy was the best Pan Asian restaurant everrr. Why did she only take me here on the day I leave. Just excellent nothing to fault. They make everything fresh, so be prepared for a little wait, but I swear it’s worth it! Happy tummy happy customers!

Maricar Peralta

Oct 2025

“so many options but every single one comes out hot, fresh and tasty.”

so many options but every single one comes out hot, fresh and tasty. i’ve been here many times but my new highlight is the malaysian chicken curry and pad se ew noodles! the thai iced coffee wasn’t too bitter or strong so also a new favorite.

Jan 2025

“The food was OUT OF THIS WORLD.”

The food was OUT OF THIS WORLD! I got the Sesame Chicken and Shrimp Lo Mein to split with a buddy. Both were fantastic!!! The smoothies with lychees were the best thing I have ever drank - maybe in a long time or even my whole life! A must try. I did the Kiwi Watermelon with Lychee Jellies. They make everything fresh, so be prepared for a little wait, but I swear it’s worth it! Almost forgot we got the Szechwan Dumplings too. Please go and support!

James Hinson Jr.

Jan 2025

“One of my favorite spots for boba.”

One of my favorite spots for boba! They make the smoothies with fresh fruit. The food is delicious as well. Parking can be a hit or miss as it is street parking only. The restaurant can get really packed or you can be one of very few customers at the moment. It depends when you go.

Jazzie DelToro

Oct 2024

“I recently ordered from Jess Cafe and was pleasantly surprised by both the quality and affordability of the meal.”

I recently ordered from Jess Cafe and was pleasantly surprised by both the quality and affordability of the meal. The spring rolls, fried rice, lo mein were flavorful and delicious. Not only were the dishes all delicious, but the prices were very reasonable. I’ll definitely be back!

Anastasiia Bondarenko

Oct 2024

“Place is always busy.”

Place is always busy. We got there right before the rush for the evening and this is where the 3 stars come. Customer service- had to call on my cell phone to the restaurant to get their attention because they were too busy talking to each other that they forgot they had customers waiting at their tables...uugh. everything else was good!

Eric Palangana

Jun 2024

“Got some food Togo and it was amazing!”

Got some food Togo and it was amazing!! We will be back! I love that you can get a boba milk tea with your lunch/dinner!! Mongolian beef wasn't too spicy but had a kick, which is perfect for me. You get so much food for the price you pay! I'd recommend checking it out!

Meggie Gerhardt

Sep 2023

“My coworker suggested this spot an I’m thoroughly glad we went !”

My coworker suggested this spot an I’m thoroughly glad we went !! Shrimp fried rice was tasty , shrimp in lobster sauce was PERFECT! The gravy wasn’t chunky with the consistency of jello thank God ! The orange chicken was DELICIOUS! The chicken tasted real an the skin was still crunchy with the sauce on it , I shall be back again .

MeditativeStateOfMind

Aug 2023

“This has become one of our favorite restaurants to dine in.”

This has become one of our favorite restaurants to dine in. Food is so good, big portions, and fresh ingredients. One of the largest smoothie menus to choose from with fresh fruit and optional tapioca, always delicious. Service is always fast and friendly and we always over order just so we can take home the left overs. Definitely recommend!

Food Family

Feb 2023

“Lately this has been a place my family has made a new home restaurant.”

Lately this has been a place my family has made a new home restaurant! You can’t go wrong with the pepper steak I promise. Portions are amazing! Also tso chicken is good as well! But we honestly think going forward we will double up on the pepper steak only Don’t over order, even if you do these bad boys are good for the next day leftovers! I hope we can try the menu Little by little in the future. 📸insta: @midwesttravelers_