The 23 Best Chinese Restaurants In Chicago - Chicago - The Infatuation

"This small spot in Chinatown Square has shelves full of vinyl album covers and a chalkboard wall full of past diners’ signatures, Chinese characters, and sayings like “I Heart MCCB.” Well, it turns out we heart MCCB, too. Their specialty is Sichuan food, so expect tingly spice from dishes like grilled fish in a blazing red chili broth or salty twice-fried pork. The place can get busy and loud—but once you’re deep in a bowl of mala dry pot packed with seafood, meatballs, and lotus root, the euphoric numbing spice will be the only thing you’re focused on." - john ringor, adrian kane