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Written by kate k. on
5/20/2013
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Member since
2013
I moved to chicago about a year ago, amd it took me awhile to find a thai place that I loved. But, Indie is that place for me. I have to say that their crab rangoons are the beat in the city. And, my favorite meals are Indie's curries. I order from Indie about once a week and I've always been very pleased with the food regardless of whether I picked it up or paid for delivery. It's always hot and fresh. And, to put the cherry on top:the staff are wonderful, too.
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Written by Erini S. on
5/20/2013
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1 other review |
Member since
2012
Overall, Hunan Springs is my go-to place for Chinese food.
I've never once had an issue with my food allergy here (bell peppers -- it's in A LOT of Americanized Chinese food, and they've never goofed up and misread my order. Which means no wasted food for me).
Also, I like how they actually, generally, give you a fair balance of meat and veggies/noodles/rice. A lot of places skimp on the meat, but that's rarely been the case with Hunan. Always a lot of beef in my lo mein, same with my pork with garlic sauce or peking sauce (though I dislike the use of "peking" but Cantonese, what can you do?)... The combinations are a good deal, but make sure you get your egg roll if it says you're supposed to get one. Sometimes they forget that. I like the spicy string beans, though sometimes even medium spicy isn't that spicy.
And if they have watermelon available... it's my absolute favorite smoothie.
This isn't a Tony Hu place, but it's still pretty good and not terribly Americanized.
Delivery is always on time or a bit early, so I appreciate that! And the guy who always delivers to my place (they use a service) is the sweetest older gentleman.
Anyway, don't let the outside of the store fool you. It's some good and satisfying Chinese food in there.
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Written by Lorene S. on
5/14/2013
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3 other reviews |
Member since
2012
I recommend: the tilapia fish dinner, it is well seasoned, not to much batter and generous size pieces; also, the large perch dinner was superb with nice size pieces of perch.The chicken wings are also tasty, but chicken livers could do with a re-working. Pass on the overly battered broccoli cheese (not much broccoli). I could barely taste the broccoli. The onion rings are worth mentioning because it's more onion, less batter. When I get a taste for fish and don't want to cook it myself .... Harold's is the only fish I order. They always satisfy my fish taste buds.
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Written by Nicholas K. on
5/5/2013
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Member since
2011
Some of my favorite Indian dishes in the city. The dishes here err on the side of sweet and creamy, but the balance of flavors in every dish Ive tried, particularly, the butter chicken, are out of this world. The vegetable samosas are a nice hearty satisfying treat.
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Written by Tina M. on
2/20/2013
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11 other reviews |
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2011
Can you say 'Yes Please'? Because if you've never eaten Thai before or have been searching for the best thai restaurant in Chicago, Thai Aroma is your answer. What do you order? Crab Rangoon and scrumptious Potstickers for starters: hands down best i've had in this city. Even when i'm full, i'll keep popping these into my mouth. In these cold bitter months, you need to get the Tom Yum soup (hot and spicy [spicy as you want it])!! I asked for all my dishes spicy (Hot - I Like It Hot - Thai Chili Peppers), and for the first time, a restaurant actually delivered on the spicyness and yumminess. They know what they're doing when it comes to accomodating different spice levels - they have several to choose from! Check it out!! I have an obsession with their Creamy Panang noodle with beef - I wish they could give larger quantities!!! This place'll definitely make me a little piggy :) And finally, wash it all down with a declious Thai Iced tea, what is it you ask? Thai Iced tea is an orangy orgasmic beverage sweetened with condensed milk. You can count on my ordering these items week after week!!!
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Written by Nick O. on
2/18/2013
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Member since
2012
This is my pick for the best pizza in Chicago. I know it's a little sacrilegious considering the city, but I love thin crust pizza, and this is best thin crust I've had in a long time. The prices are affordable (a large for under $15 with three toppings? Awesome!), they never skimp on the toppings, the crust is nice and crisp, and it's just awesome and tasty. If you want thin crust pizza, this is where you need to order from.
See all reviews for Nueva Italy Pizzeria (N Clark St between W Estes Ave & W Touhy Ave) »
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Written by Lorene S. on
12/14/2012
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3 other reviews |
Member since
2012
The service is quick and my food arrived nice and hot. The sweet potato fries came in a generous amount, and not covered with sugar (as some places serve them); but, au natural..... absolutely, delicious. The carrot cake should be declared Chicago's own Best Carrot Cake ....... with each bite your taste buds know it is being sinfully treated to a dessert worthy of culinary superbness.
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