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(312) 808-3689
2164 S Archer Ave
Chicago,
IL
60616
41.8535
-87.6338
Neighborhoods: Armour Square (Chinatown), South Side, Armour Square
Price:
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Last updated 8.16.11
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Cash, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Late Night Dining, Hidden Find, People Watching, Lunch Spot, Group Dining, Cheap Eats
General Info:
Open 7 Days
Cuisine:
What People Are Saying About Happy Chef Dim Sum House
Featured Review
Valerie Moloney
Contributor
The Scene – The sparse, L-shaped space buzzes with chatter of families and couples who practically know the menu by heart. To the left of the entrance, a dining room with round tables seats large parties, while another dining area to the right accommodates smaller groups. Two tanks filled with blue crabs and lobsters seem to be the only attempts at decoration. Friendly servers tend to a mix of Cantonese speakers and tourists. – – The Food – It's no surprise that this spot is packed--you could easily feed a family of four for under $30. Chewy pork-filled, crab or shrimp…
Editor's Tips
- The Extras:
- Don't like dim sum? A separate menu of heartier entrees is also available.
- Know Before You Go:
- Prices, which range between $1 and $3, are not listed on the dim sum menu. If you have a question about costs, ask before you order.
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09/01/10
the best!!!
by polishdiva at Citysearch
the food was amazing, the service was excellent, wonderful atmosphere, they really know what they are doing here, great place!!!
11/20/06
One of the best Chinese restaurant in Chinatown
by chi_girl821 at Citysearch
You can never go wrong at Happy Chef. The food there is very authentic and almost everything tastes good, considering there extensive menu. The only downfall is it can get pretty busy so there may be a short wait or the waitstaff is not always as attentive as you'd like.
- Pros: The food!
- Cons: Can get pretty busy
10/25/06
Dim sum
by sdollx at Citysearch
In my opinion one of the best and most authentic places for Chinese cuisine. The food hasn't been diluted for the American palate. This is where you go for dim sum.
03/06/06
Happy Chef makes me happy
by anitachan at Citysearch
I have had dim sum at Happy Chef on several occasions. There are many dishes to choose from. I love the sesame balls. Get there early because, the place is always packed. I suggest between 10am and 10:30. We usually split the bill and you can stuff yourself for between $8 to $10/person. .
- Pros: good food, big selection, good prices
- Cons: cramped tables, wait for service
05/04/04
Best chinese food in Chicago
by dodat at Citysearch
Happy Chef is hands down the best chinese restaurant in chicago and thats not saying a lot cause the selection here is pretty bad. The best deal is after 10pm as the price drops to $5 for half the portion. Service is good, food is good and its BYOB. This is the closest thing to eating NY/Toronto/SF quality chinese food. The atmosphere is not the prettiest but alot better than other chinese restaurants.
- Pros: Food, Service
The Details on Happy Chef Dim Sum House
Place Categories:
- good food
- most authentic
- not always as attentive waitstaff
- best chinese restaurant
- happy chef
- full stomach
- love sesame balls
- favorite dim sum places
- good service
- great price
- extensive menu
- delicious egg tarts
- good everything
- delicious pork dumplings
