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New Tea Garden Chop Suey
$$ · Chinese

11342 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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New Tea Garden Chop Suey 7.9
West Lawn
Vibes: Hidden Gems Heaven Quick Bites Champions Comfort Food Classics Family Friendly Favorites
A Michigan Ave chop-suey counter that wins on hot, generous portions and a simple, traditional menu—especially egg foo young and shrimp-forward combos. It’s best treated as a call-ahead pickup spot where you keep the order classic and let the kitchen move quickly.
Must-Try Dishes: Shrimp egg foo young, Shrimp fried rice, Seafood delight
Scores:
Value: 7.9 Service: 7.4 Consistency: 7.5 Food Quality: 8 Atmosphere: 6 Cultural Relevance: 7.3
What makes it special: A low-key chop-suey counter where the shrimp-and-egg lane shines.
Who should go: Fans of classic chop-suey menus
When to visit: Call-ahead pickup at dinner
What to order: Shrimp egg foo young, shrimp fried rice, seafood delight
Insider tip: Ask for extra sauce and keep fried items separate for texture.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Primarily street parking along/near S Michigan Ave. Generally manageable for quick pickup, but can tighten up during peak dinner hours—plan to park on the nearest side street if the main stretch is full.
Dress code: Casual pickup-friendly—jeans, hoodies, work clothes all fit. No need to dress up.
Noise level: Low-key counter-service environment—minimal dine-in vibe. Best treated as takeout with quick in-and-out conversation.
Weekend wait: 15-30 min for pickup if you call ahead; longer if you walk in during peak rush.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait to 10 minutes, especially for standard combo orders.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes, but limited—vegetable fried rice, veggie lo mein, and simple stir-fry dishes are the safest plays. Ask to omit egg where needed.
Vegan options: Limited—possible with vegetable-based dishes if you request no egg and confirm sauce base (some house sauces may include oyster/fish-based ingredients).
Gluten-free options: Limited—many classic sauces and fried items often rely on soy sauce/breading. If you’re sensitive, stick to steamed-style proteins/vegetables and confirm sauce options before ordering.
Best For
Better for: Hot, generous portions and that classic chop-suey comfort lane—especially shrimp-forward combos and egg foo young—when you want fast pickup and dependable, traditional flavors.
Consider Alternatives If: Skip it if you want modern regional Chinese, lighter/vegetable-forward cooking, or strong gluten-free/vegan certainty. Choose an alternative when you need a true sit-down atmosphere or highly customized dietary prep.