Bubble Tea Store – Chinatown. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.3 Daboba is a great boba spot in Chinatown—cute and thoughtfully decorated with a fun, modern vibe. There’s plenty of seating, making it an easy place to relax or catch up with friends. The menu is extensive, but the Brown Sugar Pearl Boba stood out—rich, smooth, and […]
Filipino Restaurant – Lakeview. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.7 I’ve had this Filipino restaurant on my list for a while, and I’m so glad I finally got to try it! From start to finish, everything was seasoned perfectly and packed with incredible flavor. We started with the Chicken Egg Rolls, which were crispy, flavorful, and a
Japanese Restaurant – South Loop. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.5 My friend and I randomly decided to try this restaurant near museum campus—and wow, we’re so glad we did! The restaurant is chic and cozy, with a minimalist design that made it feel really welcoming. We kicked things off with the Chashu Bun and Chicken Karaage
Vietnamese Restaurant – Lakeview. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.7 If you’re ever in the city and craving some seriously good Pho, I’ve got the perfect spot for you. Every friend I’ve taken there agrees—it’s amazing! Their broth is always packed with so much flavor, I never even need to add sriracha or hoisin sauce. It’s just
Thai Restaurant – Lakeview. Flavor Scale (1-5): 5 My Favorite Thai Spot in Chicago Okay, I might be a little biased, but I honestly think this is the best Thai spot in Chicago. The food is always full of flavor, the vibe is super vibrant, and the service is on point. I recently brought some
Korean/American Diner – Wrigleyville. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.0 I went to a small, cozy American diner with a Korean twist near Wrigley Field with some friends before a baseball game, and it did not disappoint! The food was packed with flavor—we ordered the tofu over rice, pork bulgogi, and the R&B burger. Everyone loved their
Korean Restaurant – Lakeview. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.8 I’ve been wanting to try this place for a while, and I’m so glad I finally did! Crisp is known as one of the best Korean fried chicken spots in the city, and it definitely lives up to the hype. I went with a friend who was
Asian Fusion Restaurant – Lakeview. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.8 A friend thought she had been to this restaurant before and wanted me to try it. However, when we arrived, she quickly realized it wasn’t the place she had in mind. By the end of our lunch, we were thrilled by her mistake. BITES turned out
Chinese Restaurant – Chinatown. Flavor Scale (1-5): 3.9 If you’re looking for a great Chinese restaurant in Chinatown, I highly recommend MCCB! One of my friends recommended we try it and we were not disappointed. The food was delicious, and the portions were generous. I had the Orange Chicken, which was so good. The sauce
Japanese – Lincoln Park. Flavor Scale (1-5): 4.4 If you are looking for great quality sushi, friendly service, and nice vibes, Blue Sushi Sake Grill is a must! I tried this spot with a few friends and we ordered several things off the menu. For starters, we got 2 plates of the Mango Crab Rangoon.