Phoenix Restaurant

“What you expect from an authentic dim sum experience.”

What you expect from an authentic dim sum experience. Love the location of the store and the big windows looking out over the cityscape.

Shawad Dara

Oct 2025

“We loved it! I had a feeling it would be good because it was full of Asians and I loved that!! Yes,...”

We loved it! I had a feeling it would be good because it was full of Asians and I loved that!! Yes, you have to flag down staff. Big deal! I wasn’t a fan of the tenderloin in pepper sauce but my hubby loved it and I loved his general tso so we shared. Potstickers were to die for! Tried a new veggie and loved it

Lisa Warner

Oct 2025

“This venue is a wonderful choice for a wedding reception, especially if you love great Chinese food.”

This venue is a wonderful choice for a wedding reception, especially if you love great Chinese food! The catering is top-notch. However, be aware that the parking situation is a real challenge; the lack of available spaces is definitely the biggest downside to consider when planning your event.

Kenny NetMonk (:::NetMonk:::)

Oct 2025

“Absolutely wonderful place for dim sum.”

Absolutely wonderful place for dim sum! We especially love the Siu Mai, shrimp dumplings, pot stickers, and spring rolls (always perfectly crispy). Get there early on the weekends! Always a big crowd!

Lisa Channell

Aug 2025

“Best Cantonese food in town.”

Best Cantonese food in town! Love the Chef’s Specials

Wing Wong

Aug 2025

“food is divine. obviously. service is like any authentic restaurant. get used to having to flag...”

food is divine. obviously. service is like any authentic restaurant. get used to having to flag down your waiter like you're drowning and getting ignored. sometimes they are just locked in and cant hear you. get their attention by waving or making them see you. good dim sum!

Tiffany

Jul 2025

“As someone who doesn't like Chinese food this place was very good.”

As someone who doesn't like Chinese food this place was very good. It seems very authentic as most of the people there speak Chinese. You mark off what items you want and they bring all of them to you and you eat family style on a spiny thing in the middle. Some items weren't the best but most were very good! Definitely check this place out if you want authentic Chinese food.

Torin

Jul 2025

“Authentic, no frills Chinese food in China town, this is the spot to go if you want to order authentic Chinese dishes.”

Authentic, no frills Chinese food in China town, this is the spot to go if you want to order authentic Chinese dishes. They offer the dim sum menu 11am-3pm which has a ton of options and is 20% off if you pay with cash. Dim sum is a style of Cantonese cuisine consisting of small, bite-sized portions of food, traditionally served with tea We found that asking the people next to us to what they ordered was very helpful, since everyone eating there seemed to be Chinese and able to speak the language. Our server was very sweet but spoke little English. The menu is helpful since is has pictures of all the items they offer. My only complaint was the place was pretty hot inside- I was sticking to my upholstered chair- the decor in here is like a fancy banquet hall. That being said it was a 93 degree afternoon in chicago when we went to eat here. Overall- I was very pleased with the food, experience and feeling like I was at authentic local spot vs a chain Americanized restaurant. I’d recommend it if you’re looking for authentic. The shrimp rolls and shrimps/chicken pad Thai was excellent. Lots of dishes with shrimp.

Stephanie Polakowski

Jun 2025

“This is the ONLY restaurant I frequent for dim sum.”

This is the ONLY restaurant I frequent for dim sum. It is consistent over the years, and never disappoints. I would go here every week if I lived close enough!

sam monroe

Apr 2025

“Great food, friendly staff.”

Great food, friendly staff. Love that they have a weekday dim sum special if you pay by cash you get 20% off! All the dishes were great except the pan fried rice roll with the green onions and dried shrimp. Not sure why it had a slight bitter taste. The pan fried shrimp cakes were delicious. My 4 year old devoured the entire plate. My 9 year old loved the sticky rice wrapped in lotus leaves. There were so many dim sum choices in Chinatown but I choose phoenix. The decor and all the older Asian aunties and uncles dining there I just knew it was authentic.

Lisa

Mar 2025

“Had not been to Phoenix in over 20 years, so felt it was time.”

Had not been to Phoenix in over 20 years, so felt it was time. The place is still absolutely amazing for food Started with: Fried Dumplings Spring Rolls Finished with: Orange Beef Bbq Pork Lo Mein Sechezuan Shrimp Worth every penny for such delicious food

John Mack

Sep 2024

“Phoenix Restaurant in Chinatown, Chicago, came highly recommended by local Chinese residents, and it did not disappoint.”

Phoenix Restaurant in Chinatown, Chicago, came highly recommended by local Chinese residents, and it did not disappoint. The service was top-notch, and the food was exactly what we were craving after a long day of sightseeing. We ordered the Salted Fish and Chicken Fried Rice, which was perfectly seasoned and satisfying. We also tried the Roasted Duck—though the minimum order is half a duck, it was more than enough for the two of us. While we couldn’t finish it, the quality was exceptional. Phoenix specializes in dim sum, so we couldn’t resist trying the Pan-Fried Shrimp with Corn, and it was absolutely delicious. The authenticity of the restaurant is evident, as you’ll find Chinese families dining here, often celebrating special occasions. The atmosphere adds to the experience, making it a must-visit if you’re looking for genuine Chinese cuisine in Chinatown. Highly recommended!

N R

Aug 2024