Modern Asian Kitchen (MAK)

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Modern Asian Kitchen (MAK)

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Korean fried chicken wings, bowls, noodles, and rice

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1924 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622 Get directions

$10–20

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3 Little Pigs Chinese to Move to South Loop - Eater Chicago

"In early May, a fire forced MAK — Modern Asian Kitchen — to close near Division and Damen in Wicker Park. The tiny restaurant serves some great Korean-style wings and a vibrant array of Chinese options that could be tailored to many different tastes and diets." - Ashok Selvam

https://chicago.eater.com/2023/6/9/23755332/3-little-pigs-chinese-mak-closes-phodega-wicker-park-longman-eagle-renovations

Modern Asian Kitchen (MAK)

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Mayor Lori Lightfoot Defends Chicago’s Response to Looters - Eater Chicago

"MAK, a restaurant in Wicker Park, showed solidarity with protesters by putting up signs with messages like "Black Lives Matter." - Ashok Selvam

https://chicago.eater.com/2020/6/1/21277276/chicago-restaurants-looting-george-floyds-lightfoot-response

Modern Asian Kitchen (MAK)

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Where to Watch the Super Bowl in Chicago, 2018 Edition - Eater Chicago

"Get the most bang for the buck with buy-one-get-one-free wangs at MAK. The signature wings, smothered in sweet and spicy “wang sauce,” are available in hot, medium, and non-spicy. The special applies to both small ($6) and large ($11) orders as well as dine-in and delivery." - Jeffy Mai

https://chicago.eater.com/maps/super-bowl-restaurants-bars-chicago-2018

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Modern Asian Kitchen (MAK)

Jennifer W.

Google

This place has 3 fountain pop choices that are diet! Diet Pepsi, diet Mt.Dew, and zero sugar Sierra Mist. I got their general chicken fried rice and broccoli. It's very good and has big portions. Their fried rice was delicious. I also got the crab Rangoon and they were great, but I didn't like the sweet and sour sauce. It tasted like pineapple juice. I personally like more of a red sauce. The staff was very friendly. I got the bowl, crab Rangoon, and a pop. It was right below $25.00. I wish it was more affordable. Especially at lunch time. All and all a great place. Very fresh they make everything to order. Oh and their utensils are half chop sticks and a fork.

Ouiyen C.

Google

The food was good until it wasn't for some dishes. The veggie egg rolls were soggy. That made me sad and only ate the insides. I was excited for those. The donuts were warm and not oily, perfect amount of sweetness. The chicken wings were really good. Crispy and the perfect amount of spice. I got an overly veggie bowl with shrimp on top. I didn't enjoy the shrimp much but only because I paired them with the wrong pickled veggies in the bowl. My bad! Pretty good for take out.

Leianna T.

Google

The staff was so friendly! I ordered the Korean chicken wings medium and didn’t find them too spicy. They were perfectly crunchy! I have no idea how they make them gluten free and as crispy as they were but it was pretty good. The only reason it’s 4 and not 5 stars is because the broccoli didn’t seem as fresh or seasoned to me as it had claimed to be. The wings made up for it though. Affordable and good quality for the price! I’m excited to try the other dishes here!

John M.

Google

We decided to stop for dinner on a Sunday before a Blackhawks game. There was no one else in the restaurant. You place your order and seat yourself and the food is brought to you. Due to price increases, the price listed is not the price you pay . They have a limited selection of canned/bottled beers. Ordered their Signature Dish Korean Fried Chicken wings which were crispy lollipopped wings in a sweet glaze. Ordered medium which was just right. Very tasty with a hint of garlic. Gluten free. Also tried the Pad Thai with rice noodles,broccoli,cabbage,carrots,egg and added pork for 3.00. Also gluten free. Huge portion. Everything is made fresh to order so expect to wait. They do a lot of carry out so we waited over 30 minutes for our food. They also give you a few citrus candies for after your meal. If you don't mind the wait and want home cooking Chinese food..give MAK a try.

David H.

Google

We were surprised how good the stir fried was. The MAK Beef and wings on extra spicy are the my favorites. Very friendly staff. Just a little on the expensive side; Our bill is around $87 for one appetizer, two entrees and two drinks with tips.

Rowshon J.

Google

Really great spot to get some food. Huge proportions and food is served hot. Their chopsticks have a fork at the end of it which is super convenient if you need to switch between or have a preference for one over the other.

Joseph A.

Google

Walked in while on lunch around 1115 and man where they swamped with orders. I ordered the kimchi and cheese dumplings and the gogi bowl extra hot. And man was the food great! The kimchi dumplings were spot on and covered many tastes savory and rich from the cheese fat and the different textures in it. Then the gogi bowl with broccoli and quinoa man when I asked for extra spicy I thought they would just throw in a little bit of chili flakes.. but man they really threw it in there and left me walking out with a runny nose on a 70 degree day. My problem with this establishment is they seem to not care about their customers. I was injured here from their equipment in the bathroom the staff didn't know how to file an incident report (MANAGER and EMPLOYEES). And the owner is taking forever to get back about anything.

Madeline S

Google

Very reasonable prices for good food! Portions were good size as well. My friend and I split a bibimbop and a large order of chicken ‘wangs’ and it filled us up. Beef was tender in the bibimbop and the chicken wings were crispy and flavorful. Food came out pretty quick. For the two dishes including tip it came out to about $26.