Exploring and Eating in Chinatown, Chicago. Amazing Food and Attractions!

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  • Опубліковано 15 чер 2024
  • I spend a day exploring and eating in Chicago’s Chinatown. I first have coffee and a donut at From Here On Food Hall at the Old Post Office. Then I walk to Chinatown. Next, I have lunch at one of the most popular restaurants in the neighborhood, MingHin Cuisine. After that, I walk around and see some of the sites including the Chinatown Square Zodiac statues. Then I visit Chiu Quon Bakery & Dim Sum to purchase egg tarts and a moon cake. Then I get a drink at Te'amo Boba Bar. Finally, I walk around the beautiful Ping Tom Memorial Park.
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  • @tomahern8967
    @tomahern8967 Рік тому +2

    Great video of Chinatown. Keep the footage coming!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому

      Thank you! I really appreciate it!

  • @NoahEats
    @NoahEats Рік тому +3

    The Chitown Chinatown looks so much cooler than NYC or Flushing

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому +1

      Yeah, Chicago's Chinatown has a great look to it, but I think Flushing has way better food.

    • @MR-ml2po
      @MR-ml2po Рік тому +1

      @@Jamesnu on average for sure, but there's a lot of newer places in Chicago (not all in Chinatown) that are on the same or similar level. Started changing a handful of years ago really. Next time go to Dongpo Impression too for good Sichuan food if you like that. Only other place I've had to not hold back the spice was Szechuan Mountain House in Flushing. Also can't pass up QXY for dumplings.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому +1

      @@MR-ml2po Absolutely! Thanks for the recommendations! I just looked up Dongpo and they've got a good looking menu. I'll definitely have to check it out sometime. I've actually been to QXY and you're right. Great spot for dumplings!

  • @MP-of9hg
    @MP-of9hg Рік тому +2

    Another great video James
    Good to see you back home in Chicago
    I didn’t make it to Chinatown when I was in Chicago but it’s on my list for my next visit

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому

      Thank you! Yeah, Chicago's Chinatown is definitely worth visiting. It's really easy to get to from downtown.

    • @ramencurry6672
      @ramencurry6672 20 днів тому

      It’s really easy to get to by public transportation if you have no car

  • @ntatenarin
    @ntatenarin Рік тому +1

    1:38 Oh my gosh you brought back memories! I was a background actor for the Dark Knight back in 2010 and I spent much of my downtime in that hallway. Nice to know the building was renovated! Now I need to go back and check it out.
    Thanks a lot for your recommendations. Currently on a Chicago Chinatown UA-cam binge as I plan to go there one day again!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому +1

      That's awesome! Yeah, the old post office is such a beautiful building and I was really impressed with their renovations. I hope you enjoy Chicago's Chinatown! It really is a nice place!

  • @johntrenny2036
    @johntrenny2036 Рік тому +1

    MingHin is AMAZING! I've been over 20 times and have even sat in the same booth as you XD Glad you enjoyed!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому +1

      It's a great restaurant! I definitely want to go back the next time I'm in Chicago.

  • @shadowpapito
    @shadowpapito Рік тому +2

    Thank you for sharing. I will visit it next time I hit town. I took a look at the location via google maps and what is wild is my Grand Mother used to live in walking distance, but we never went to China Town. I think it is because it was in an odd location relative to where she lived. Also, I think it was because by my house we had one of the best Chinese restaurants on the planet! Peace and Light .. Have a Great One ..

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for watching! Chinatown has really evolved and expanded over the years and is definitely worth visiting these days.

  • @markpriest589
    @markpriest589 Рік тому +2

    I really enjoyed "Rules of Civility." Though not as absorbing as "Gentleman," the main character is her own person, and the author successfully transported me to that "Gatsby" kind of world. The author always has me stopping to re-read sentences and paragraphs because of their poignancy and crafted beauty. I couldn't get through "Lincoln Highway," just detested each character. But many friends, whom I look up to, just loved the book. Going to give it another try.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому

      I definitely got those "Gatsby" vibes from the book. I just loved the descriptions and feel of the story, but I did enjoy "A Gentleman in Moscow" more. I've heard similar reactions to "Lincoln Highway." I do plan to read it eventually and hope for the best with that one. Still, I think Amor Towles is a great writer and I'm eager to see what he will produce in the future.

  • @denniswhite1399
    @denniswhite1399 Рік тому +1

    I love Paris Baguette so will go there on my next visit. I want to eat Minghin Restraunt last year we ate at Triple Crown was so good last visit didnt have much time to explore area last trip plan on really exploring next trip in Dec.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому

      I went to Triple Crown once and really enjoyed it. I think you'll really like MingHin. The menu is so big you're bound to find something to enjoy.

  • @johwa9680
    @johwa9680 Рік тому +2

    Chicago Chinatown seems way cleaner than NYC Chinatown !! haha

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому +1

      Haha! Yeah, that's one advantage Chicago has over NYC, it's generally much cleaner!

  • @GooGoo0507
    @GooGoo0507 Рік тому +1

    There is a water taxi from Ping Tom park straight to Downtown.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому +1

      I've seen it, but I've never taken it. That would definitely be a nice and scenic way to travel to Chinatown!

  • @gmyep72
    @gmyep72 Рік тому +1

    Chiu Quon is a good choice

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому

      It's a great bakery! I really enjoyed the food I got from there!

  • @harijantobambang8312
    @harijantobambang8312 Рік тому +1

    Have you ever tried Seven Treasure restaurant in Chicago chinatown? Their roast duck is the best

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому

      Unfortunately I haven't, but I've heard good things about the spot. I'll be sure to try their roast duck if I get the chance. Thanks for the recommendation!

  • @NoahEats
    @NoahEats Рік тому +1

    Lol hot tea goes with Chinese Food!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому +1

      Indeed! But it was a pretty hot day and that crab was pretty salty.

    • @NoahEats
      @NoahEats Рік тому +1

      @@Jamesnu more electrolytes

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому

      @@NoahEats Indeed!

  • @shadowpapito
    @shadowpapito Рік тому +1

    Thank you .. I am from Chicago and I honestly do Not remember China town ... @1:09 Let's see if you video jogs my memory! I will let you know at the end of the Vid

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching! I hope it brings back some memories!

    • @ramencurry6672
      @ramencurry6672 20 днів тому +1

      I see your point. If you’re from Chicago and don’t know Chinatown that’s actually kind of normal in my opinion. I grew up in Philadelphia and none of my friends ever visited Philly’s Chinatown or any Asian spots except for Americanized Chinese food places.

  • @NoahEats
    @NoahEats Рік тому +1

    I like the haircut

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому

      Thanks! I really needed it!

  • @musicful7036
    @musicful7036 Рік тому +1

    You went to Chinese restaurant and ordered "egg" ???

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому +1

      Yes, an egg tart. A very popular dessert in China.

    • @musicful7036
      @musicful7036 Рік тому +1

      @@Jamesnu not egg tart, you were eating omelette in the video

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому +1

      @@musicful7036 Oh yeah. That's because I never saw one with bitter melon before and I wanted to try it.

  • @s_przybylowicz
    @s_przybylowicz Рік тому +1

    It's always a shame when my melons look stricken with leprosy.

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому

      It's not the best look for food.

  • @NoahEats
    @NoahEats Рік тому +1

    Very Masculine!

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому +1

      Absolutely! I love a good pink heart on my drinks.

  • @borispeper6981
    @borispeper6981 Рік тому +1

    I´m so glad they finally combined tea and coffee... had this idea a long time ago but everyone thought I have lost my mind...🫖☕

    • @Jamesnu
      @Jamesnu  Рік тому

      Two great things in one! There really should be more coffee and tea combo drinks!

    • @mil-h5977
      @mil-h5977 Рік тому +1

      It actually is a very popular drink in Hong Kong. The taste is strong but delicious!