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Ben Pao


#214 of 4,496 restaurants in Chicago
3.5 of 5 stars 98 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Asian, Chinese
  • Neighbourhood: The Loop
  • Average price: INR 1388 ($ 30)

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4 of 5 stars
ZChicagoTraveler   9 contributions
Chicago
19 Jan 2010

Great location and ambiance. My BF and I went here at 8pm and it was not overly crowded. I had requested a booth and we sat at one of the large booths with the lazy susan, which is wonderful for sharing when you come there with a group or just 2 people. The booths can fit about 6 or so... more

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4 of 5 stars
wishiwasindestin   37 contributions
MN
16 Dec 2009

Stopped in without a reservation on a Saturday night. Were seated right away, albeit near the kitchen. Place was hopping, wait staff was attentive. Enjoyed the KP Chicken and another spicy chicken dish(name escapes me) Both were very tasty. My wife commented how it reminded her of Big Bowl. We later found that they are owned, along with several other... more

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4 of 5 stars
JeevesTravelBuddy   19 contributions
Wausau, Wisconsin
23 Sep 2009
1
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Great mix of Asian food, very cool atmosphere, service is decent. Definitely will go back someday soon. Probably the best Chinese food I've ever had, and we do Chinese on almost every vacation. more

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5 of 5 stars
joanazden2000   2 contributions
Marco Island, Florida
6 Jul 2009
1
person found this review helpful

Top of the line cuisine. If you want a light dinner, just have the hot and sour soup and an egg roll. We ordered a dinner, so the waiter suggested the egg roll be enough for two people. Oh, boy! Was he ever right about that! One specialty, in particular, was raved about by all of us and that was... more

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5 of 5 stars
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14 Jun 2009

Amazing quality for an excellent price. I had a martini with lychee and all sorts of exotic fruits and spices that was fantastic. Also, exceptionally good pot stickers and crab rangoon. The sesame crusted salmon, chow fun noodles, and tangerine chicken were also excellent. We ended the meal with the small bite desserts, and I thought the mango creme brulee... more

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4 of 5 stars
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8 Apr 2009

a hidden gem .... kinda funny location next to that jungle cafe , but great service and innovative fusion oriental cuisine . I had my first cold lettuce wraps with plum sauce here some 7 years ago.... nice memory. more

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5 of 5 stars
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31 Jan 2009

Tasty Chines food, elegantly served. more

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4 of 5 stars
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24 Dec 2008

Enjoyed Ben Pao very much. The entrees were just the right spice and service was good, despite the place being packed. Would return. more

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4 of 5 stars
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29 Nov 2008

quite good new chinese food, price is fine. more

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4 of 5 stars
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10 Nov 2008

best place for contemporary asian more

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Ben Pao Address

52 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60610
Tel: (312) 222-1888 Fax: +1 312 222 0925
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.
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