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  1. Yao Yao

    Sichuan

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    The glass-enclosed kitchen at the front is the first thing you notice, and if you can grab a table facing it, you'll watch the whole operation. This Sichuan spot in Chinatown is named for its signature dish, a fiery pickled fish with sour greens that comes in sizes running up to a platter for six. The wontons in chili oil are a foregone conclusion. A long list of cold sides fills out the table without much effort.

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    • Yao Yao pickled fish

      “Yao Yao pickled fish is the signature dish here, and it comes in three sizes (extra-large feeds up to six people!).”

      Michelin Guide
    • Two flavored pickled

      “Choose the "two flavored pickled" for a taste of Yao Yao pickled fish and boiled beef in a spicy Szechuan sauce.”

      Michelin Guide
    • Wontons in chili oil

      “Wontons in chili oil are a no-brainer, and tere are also a slew of sides, ranging from celtuce and dry bean curd skin to seaweed knot and konjac noodles to round out the meal.”

      Michelin Guide

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    Address
    230 W. Cermak Rd., Chicago, IL · Chicago
    Hours

    Closed now, opens 11:30 AM

    • Monday 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM
    • Tuesday 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM
    • Wednesday Today 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM
    • Thursday 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM
    • Friday 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM
    • Saturday 11:30 AM to 10 PM
    • Sunday 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM
    Phone
    (312) 929-4279
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