Chicago Winter Calls for This Kind of Unapologetically Delicious Food

The place is called Taipei Cafe, located in Chicago’s Chinatown. I usually order delivery from them — great value and consistently solid! Especially their braised pork rice: no fancy twists, just that savory, gelatin-rich sauce soaked into the rice — authentic and comforting 😭 Surprisingly, dining in was even better than takeout! ✨ Signature Spicy Stinky Hot Pot: Just the right amount of stink — not overpowering, gets more fragrant as it simmers. The glass noodles soak up all the flavor — addictive! 🔥 ✨ Three Cup Chicken: Wok hei on point — not greasy, with deep aroma. The basil hits you right away — you know it’s legit! ✨ Salt & Pepper Chicken: Thin, crispy coating, big tender pieces of chicken 🍗 — not some Americanized fried chicken mess. ✨ Fly’s Head (stir-fried chives, garlic stems, preserved egg, minced pork): Looks humble but seriously goes with rice — you’ll find yourself scooping extra rice without realizing 🍚 Great for group dinners too (last time we saw a big long table reserved for a party of 10+). Overall, a reliable spot you can come back to again and again. 📍 2609 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608 #ChicagoLife #ChicagoEats #StudentLife #WinterFood #UChicago #ChinatownFood