One of my really good friends, AJ, (a very picky eater) surprised me two weeks ago from Jersey. During his Chicago stay I decided to woo his palate with some of my frequent flyer list… Along with him were other out of towners who also were adamant about good food no matter what the cost.

Wasabi

Order

Spicy Miso Garlic Ramen(WITH ABURI KOKUNI— A MUST)

Isla

Order

Crispy Chicken

Kuma’s Corner (On Belmont)

Order

The Plague Burger

Mac N’ Cheese

Note

If going with minors be there before 10PM

La Brasa Roja (AKA Evil Chicken.. I’ll explain down the road)

Order

Pollo Entero

Seven Treasures

Order

Barbique Pork With Eggs Over Rice (and have with their table chili sauce in oil)

Star Of Siam

Order from

Eddie

Order

Grilled Beef

Basil Chicken

Note

Eddie is the owner of the restaurant, while his kitchen staff and chef are amazing, nothing beats Eddie’s cooking. He will probably hail me if he knows I am sharing this secret (if a secret it really is) however try charming him by calling him a day in advance bring a sizable party, offer to pay a flat rate to have him cook and ask him to recommend the best dishes, tell him of any allergies or restrictions and then when you tip, know you are tipping the Master Chef of that restaurant. The experience and the taste is like reliving Bangkok all over again… or for the first time.