Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.5 out of 5
Outstanding | 204 reviews

What Mimi Herg likes about Chef's Special Cocktail:
really happy that the kitchen is open until 11 so we were able to have an incredible late dinner. every single dish is well thought out and delicious. mint on several things, which worked perfectly. and the cocktails are well curated.we sat at the bar and it was mostly private. there was one of the bar staff who had several friends coming to hang out at the bar as well, one being a very loud and intoxicated woman. bu... View all feedback. What Scott Lasher doesn't like about Chef's Special Cocktail:
This isn’t a fun review to write, we’ve been fans of Chef’s Special for years, but after giving it two chances this week, I can’t help but vocalize my disappointment on how Chef’s Special’s food quality has declined. The orange chicken was overcooked, the Kung Pao Chicken would’ve been more aptly named Kung Pao Peppers, and the Crab Rangoon was barely filled. The ambiance is great and the service is fine, but in term... View all feedback.

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Restaurantji
4.5 ★ from 204 reviews
Scott
30.10.2023 - 04:52

This isn’t a fun review to write, we’ve been fans of Chef’s Special for years, but after giving it two chances this week, I can’t help but vocalize my disappoin...

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Joseph
30.10.2023 - 04:52

Awesome restaurant. Simple menu but everything is a banger. Loved the wontons, potstickers, and Dan Dan noodles. Inviting and fun vibe inside, too. Great cockta...

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Mimi
30.10.2023 - 04:52

Really happy that the kitchen is open until 11 so we were able to have an incredible late dinner. every single dish is well thought out and delicious. mint on s...

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Danny
30.10.2023 - 04:52

Started with a lemongrass gin cocktail which was sublime. Wontons in chili were so hard to chopstick but managed lol. Kung Pao beef was perfectly spicy and topp...

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Leah
30.10.2023 - 04:52

Really cute place, very attentive staff (super accommodating to allergies/ food restrictions). Food and drinks were very good and cheap for what it is. I heard...

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Sirved
5.0 ★ from 5 reviews
Feefers
23.12.2023 - 11:01

Chef?s Special is unlike anywhere in Chicago. The cocktails are well thought out and the food is to die for. The crab Rangoon and eggrolls were perfect for star...

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Feefers
23.12.2023 - 11:01

Definitely found our new spot to enjoy great food, drinks and some of the best customer service I?ve had in a long time. As we parked our car and opens our door...

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Feefers
23.12.2023 - 11:01

This new restaurant, a sister establishment to Giant, truly deserves its Bib Gourmand recognition! I visited during happy hour from 5 to 6 pm and enjoyed two dr...

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Feefers
23.12.2023 - 11:01

The atmosphere was fantastic, and the staff were incredible—Rad was especially AMAZING! The cocktails were excellent, and the food was delicious. I had a wonder...

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Feefers
23.12.2023 - 11:01

This place is a hidden gem! The portion sizes were just right, and the prices were very reasonable. My friend and I shared one appetizer and two main dishes, an...

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