En Lai Asian Grill
Jessica Long · 1010 Google reviewsEn Lai Asian Grill — straightforward chinese in Edgewater. Old-school in the best sense, with zero pretense. You can tell the sourcing is thoughtful. Affordable, solid veggie options. "For a flavorful and crispy orange/sesame/General Tso's chicken, En Lai is one of the best anywhere" — Scott Dixon [$]
What 90 diners keep saying
What 90 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Don’t sleep on this spot — seriously. This Chinese restaurant is a whole experience. The food? Always hot, fresh, and ridiculously flavorful. The sauces are unforgettable, the portions are generous, and the crab rangoons? So good we don’t even pretend to share — everyone orders their own. The staff is quick, kind, and on point every time. We’re here 4–5 times a month, and it never misses. Delicious, dependable, and reasonably priced — it’s easily in our top five.”
“No MSG! Fresh Food, this is my favorite Asian Fusion restaurant in Chicago.”
“I wasn’t able to taste the food for a review, due to the rude customer service at desk, when I said I was dining in the host let out a loud sigh. I asked him “you don’t want me to eat here”? He said yes. I told him to refund my money which he seemed more than happy to do and left their establishment. I didn’t smell any aromas coming from the kitchen so everything probably worked out in my favor.”
“This was really good, I had the combination rice and the orange chicken and I've had their dumplings in the past, all have been really good. The fried rice had a very good portion size and plenty of protein, the orange chicken was tasty, just your classic American orange chicken. The dumplings were decent even though the wrapper was a bit thick. I'd say this is a really good bang for buck place.”
“I’ve been on the hunt for good Chinese in Chicago for a long time. This place was delicious and the staff is very kind.”
“fantastic food, quick and efficient service, the portions are huge and great if you’re hungry. definitely try their lunch menu”
“Fast, affordable and quick service!!! Awesome vegetable fried rice❤️Lady at the counter was very kind🥰Will be returning 😋”
“Best and I mean BEST egg rolls in the city. I've never had better orange chicken, everyone ive brought here agrees. Every dish ive ever had has been out of this world. The staff are amazing ...portions and prices are unbeatable. I almost forgot the handmade potstickers!!! Truly Delicious. Once you have En Lai , they will become your GO-TO Chinese place.”
“The lunch deal for $9 with a drink is SO affordable and yummy. Quiet place with different seating options. Food is always hot and tastes so good!!!!!”
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