Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Albany Park, Chicago

Jerry S. • April 5, 2011We Enjoyed the Lamb and Beef Koubideh. Dill Rice was more moist than the more famous persian restaurants. Ample servings and great service. Nice cozy atmosphere.

Jason T. • December 18, 2009Buy sushi from here, it's fresh and delicious. Also you can buy in bulk for pretty cheap, I highly recommend ordering in Korean if possible.

Neida C. • April 20, 2017This place is quaint and just what our neighborhood needs. Their banana chip is a piece of heaven. Try all their flavors !!!! Welcome to The North Side !!!

Philly G. • April 19, 2012Hot and spicy wings are amazing! Crispy with the perfect ratio of sweet and spicy

Cindy K. • January 25, 2010Ask for a semi private room. Awesome appetizers Kakitama, pancake w/oyster & 2x cooked dumplings, Kalbi (marinated short rib) Japanese or Korean style cooked tableside. Waitress helpful. Romantic!

Chris K. • December 29, 2014Beer selection is incredible, same for booze. A hidden gem in Irving Park/Albany Park. Say hi to Terry.

Ryan • April 30, 2017Even the small pho is a big meal. The veggie version with fried silken tofu is very light and fresh. In the standard version meatballs have a nice medium consistency. Piping hot to blanch the veggies!

Daniel M. • July 9, 2015The chicken is exceptional and the rabbit is tender and delicious!

Nabat Y. • May 16, 2017My favorite of all time is the corn in the cup with the red spices, dry cheese and butter! Yummmm

Ron R. • July 3, 2013Great pizza. First time we ordered carry out. We will be back!

Cory O. • February 9, 2018an excellent spot to grab a coffee, or a cocktail in the evening; a friendly staff and a cool atmosphere to hang out at

Hibba S. • May 22, 2021The beef & lamb kufta with dill rice is great! I always ask for lamb sauce on the side for my rice!!🤤

Amy G. • November 11, 2012The only place I've ever seen vegan baklava. Sweetened with maple instead of honey, these are fantastic. Tons of sugar-free options too!

YooJin Y. • October 6, 2012If you like noodle dishes, try the ja jang myun (black sauce noodles) or the jam pong (spicy seafood noodle soup). Hot and sour soup is my go to...

Samira O. • November 1, 2012Eat these Sweets their the Bomb !!!! ;-)

David K. • October 17, 2015This is my Cheers. They know my name. I have a couple favorites but the Kung pao spicy is the best unless you have an aversion or allergy to peanuts.

Mike • August 6, 2014The asada torta is delicious! Get it fried up with onions, green peppers, and jalapeños! They also have the best Mexican rice on the planet.

Bobby K. • December 7, 2014Great atmosphere and some good beer on tap. Plus Smalls BBQ will run your food over from next door.

Maia F. • August 20, 2016The Bisteca and the leblon smoothie are absolute must try's. The both had me scraping the bottom of the plate and cup for more. Delicious seasoning and good portion sizes. The smoothies are amazing!

James "JJ" F. • June 14, 2011the soup/salad, dinner and dessert for $7.77 is awesome. Cheap breakfast specials. Good food. Highly recommend.

Zalina O. • December 23, 2016Omg, their latte is wonderful, amazing 😉

Cathy P. • July 8, 2013Love the new improvements!! Great beer garden!

Marc B. • July 4, 2010The steak skilled is huge and really good with eggs basted.

Mat R. • December 27, 2011The el pastor is awesome

Kevin B. • December 29, 2011You can't go wrong, just pick anything and its bound to be good!

Sarah B. • February 22, 2014The popcorn chicken is awesome, the salad is healthy and my favorite is the beef with ramen noodles. Cheap and cheery food with free hot tea and water.

Scott R. • March 29, 2013Can't beat the $1 empanadas. They're awesome.

Philly G. • March 4, 2013Love the new neighborhood bar feel. Winter mojito was great

Philly G. • April 16, 2012Shrimp po boy is yummy

Rahul R. • July 21, 2018Chirashi is on point, very fresh, good variety, and good value. Special uni was good but expensive. Fresh fresh fresh!