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Choi's Chinese Restaurant
Master Critic Review
Choi's Chinese Restaurant
7.7
Vibes:
Hidden Gems Heaven
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A no-frills Logan Square fixture offering consistent takeout and delivery with generous portions at budget-friendly prices. The friendly owner maintains quality across a standard American-Chinese menu, with lunch specials providing exceptional value for neighborhood regulars.
Must-Try Dishes:
General's Chicken, Sesame Chicken, Egg Rolls
Scores:
Value: 8.8
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 7.5
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.4
What makes it special: Friendly family-owned spot with remarkably consistent quality and generous lunch specials
Who should go: Budget-conscious locals seeking reliable neighborhood Chinese
When to visit: Lunch hours (11am-3pm) for best value specials
What to order: General's Chicken Lunch Special, Egg Rolls, Pot Stickers
Insider tip: Lunch specials are enormous—often enough food for two meals
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on Kedzie typically available, metered during business hours
Dress code: Come as you are—this is a casual takeout-focused spot
Noise level: Quiet—minimal seating, most orders are to-go
Weekend wait: 10-15 min for takeout orders during peak
Weekday lunch: 5-10 min, quick turnaround on lunch specials
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - tofu dishes and vegetable lo mein/fried rice options available
Vegan options: Limited - request no egg in fried rice, stick to vegetable dishes
Gluten-free options: Difficult - soy sauce in most dishes, no dedicated GF prep
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal—minimal seating and takeout-focused atmosphere. Better for grabbing food to bring home or a casual lunch with a friend who appreciates hidden gems.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Reservations aren't a thing here. Limited counter seating available first-come, but most customers order takeout or delivery.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for takeout—generous portions work well for family meals at home. Not much seating for dining in with kids, but the mild American-Chinese flavors are crowd-pleasers for picky eaters.
Best For
Better for: Consistent, no-surprises takeout when you want reliable neighborhood Chinese without paying delivery app markups. Lunch specials punch way above their price point.
Skip if: You want a sit-down dining experience, authentic regional Chinese cuisine, or a scene. This is utilitarian comfort food, not destination dining.