Ben PaoInventive Chinese
52 West Illinois Street
Chicago, IL
60610
Neighborhood: Near North Side/River North
Nearest Train: Red Line, Grand Ave stopPhone: +1 312 222 1888
Fax: +1 312 222 0925
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Chef Tony Cheung has quite possibly created the most interesting Chinese-restaurant menu in the city. The interior is tranquilly minimalist in tone, a far contrast to the dishes you can consume. For an appetizer, try the Steamed Shrimp Dumplings with Honey Soy Dipping Sauce or the Japanese Eggplant and Portabella Mushrooms in a crisp Wonton Wrapper. Main dishes include a variety of "Soongs," which is a filling of your choice served with Crispy Rice Noodles and drizzled with Plum Sauce. Other dishes include Salmon rubbed with Five Spices and Black Peppered Sea Scallops (a signature dish).booking is advisable.
delivery available.
disabled access.
M-Th 11:30a-9:30p, F 11:30a-11p, Sa 5p-11p, Su 5p-9p





Food was wonderful! Amazing flavor. Decor was simple yet very nice and the service could not have be...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from Murray, KY on Apr 11 2007





Great food! If it is your first time they even give you a free appetizer! It's only an big egg...
Reviewed by:unabashedpraise from Kansas City, Mo on Jun 09 2006





I loved the ambiance at first glance. The the food and service was outstanding and the price was qu...
Reviewed by:A Yahoo! Contributor from Homer Glen, IL on Dec 27 2005
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