Lamb plov and honey cake get the most specific praise from reviewers, alongside hand-pulled lagman noodles, manty dumplings, and a carrot salad that shows up in more than one tip. A possible second location opened in Glenview's The Glen, but this original Lincoln Avenue spot is still operating and reviewed as of April 2025.
One honest caveat: the City of Chicago's most recent health inspection (Oct 23, 2025) came back Conditional with some concerns noted — worth knowing, though it doesn't change that the kitchen is actively open and serving.
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