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Friendship Chinese

Friendship Chinese

2830 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, 60618, United States Of America, 60618-6728

Ribs • Asian • Lunch • Chinese


"I love every iteration of Chinese food, I can get my eyes, hands and mouth on: American Chinese Hunan Cantonese Peking Szechuan Street Food Chinese Elegant Chinese I love it all! Going to Friendship Chinese Restaurant last night was my turn at elegant Chinese food. The last time I went this route, by having highly cultivated and polished Chinese cuisine, was November 2021 at Capital Seafood in Beverly Hills. It was this very refined stylish food you eat with silver chop sticks (not wood chop sticks). The same feeling and menu was here at Friendship Chinese. Their menu was very short but sweet; not like a Dim Sim house that has 120 items on it. I really respect a restaurant with only 20 items (not 120 items), because that's telling me they do those 20 dishes very well. We only ordered three things for dinner as we were rushing to get down the street to a movie that was close to starting. Our: Orange Chicken was exploding with flavor and had a terrific crunchy texture The Jasmine Rice wasn't fried, but had this crispy consistency to it that we loved The Honey Glazed Shrimp was just flat out great We ended this rapid but delicious dinner with (their own) Chocolate Fortune Cookies, The people working there were kind, courteous and professional. The ambiance was very zen! It was very busy on this rainy night yet you could here a pin drop it was so quiet One thing caught my attention when we walked in: Thirty-Two silver statues of Buddha all the same all symmetrically lined up. I was duly impressed by everything at Friendship Chinese this night and will most certainly come back."

Crustacean Beverly Hills

Crustacean Beverly Hills

464 North Bedford Drive, Beverly Hills, 90210, United States Of America

Asian • Lunch • Brunch • Seafood


"Crustacean never disappoints, and our recent visit was a testament to its enduring excellence. Celebrating my girlfriend’s birthday with their Power Lunch was an unforgettable experience. From the moment we walked in, the warm welcome from the receptionist set the tone for a fantastic meal. We were seated at a corner table with a lovely street view, adding to the overall ambiance. Our waiter, Sean, was exceptional—knowledgeable, friendly, and full of great recommendations. His enthusiasm for the menu was evident, and his suggestions were spot-on. We started with the Ube cocktail with Kalamansi, which sparked a fun conversation with Sean about Filipino cuisine and a local Filipino restaurant he recommended owned by a former co-worker at Crustacean. A fellow Filipino success story that was heart warming: A special touch was Sean offering us a taste of the iconic noodles, even though it wasn’t part of our pre-fix menu. The appetizers were delightful: my girlfriend enjoyed the Philly cheesecake ravioli, while I opted for the upgraded yellowtail sashimi. For the main courses, she had the scallops ravioli, and I enjoyed the white fish on a bed of rice with silver noodles. Each dish was meticulously prepared and incredibly flavorful. Dessert was a highlight; we were surprised with all four kinds, each adorned with a candle for the birthday celebration. They were all delicious, capping off the meal perfectly. The ambiance at Crustacean remains as iconic as ever, with its beautiful modern Asian decor enhancing the dining experience. The impeccable service and fantastic food make it a top choice for special occasions. Parking is convenient with initial two hours free across the street, making the visit stress-free. Having dined at Crustacean for decades, it’s reassuring to see it maintain its high standards and continue to impress. It’s a place that keeps us coming back, eager for the next memorable experience."