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Ben Pao


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4.5 of 5 stars 92 ratings
92 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
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4.0 of 5 stars
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3.0 of 5 stars
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2.0 of 5 stars
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1.0 of 5 stars
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#261 of 4,449 restaurants in Chicago
  • Cuisines: Asian, Chinese
  • Average price*: $ 30
  • Neighborhood: The Loop
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Reviews of Ben Pao

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jun 14, 2009

Amazing quality for an excellent price. I had a martini with lychee and all sorts of exotic fruits and spices that was fantastic. Also, exceptionally good pot stickers and crab rangoon. The sesame crusted salmon, chow fun noodles, and tangerine chicken were also excellent. We ended the meal with the small bite desserts, and I thought the mango creme brulee... more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 8, 2009

a hidden gem .... kinda funny location next to that jungle cafe , but great service and innovative fusion oriental cuisine . I had my first cold lettuce wraps with plum sauce here some 7 years ago.... nice memory. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jan 31, 2009

Tasty Chines food, elegantly served. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Dec 24, 2008

Enjoyed Ben Pao very much. The entrees were just the right spice and service was good, despite the place being packed. Would return. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Nov 29, 2008

quite good new chinese food, price is fine. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Nov 10, 2008

best place for contemporary asian more

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5 of 5 stars
Disney1977 7 contributions
Orlando, FL
Sep 30, 2008

The waiters tripped over themselves to make sure I enjoyed my visit. First, they had cucumber slices in a light sauce until my appetizer came and I loved it -- even though I don't like cucumbers! They brought me a free, tiny little appetizer called Peanut Chicken Salad which was two bites of heaven. I would have loved more! But... more

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2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Sep 2, 2008

not bad place, I have had better and location kills it for me more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Aug 18, 2008

The seven flavor beef and shrimp fried rice are absolutely wonderful! Definitely one of my favorite places to eat in Chicago. Nice atmosphere too. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Aug 14, 2008

good Chinese food - large portion, dark/stylish atomosphere more

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Ben Pao Address

52 W Illinois St, Chicago, IL 60610
Tel: (312) 222-1888 Fax: +1 312 222 0925
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.