Phoenix Restaurant

2131 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, United States
$$$ Chinese restaurant
(1619 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

Welcome to Phoenix Restaurant, a gem nestled in Chicago’s vibrant Chinatown at 2131 S Archer Ave. This establishment is renowned for its authentic Chinese cuisine and warm, inviting atmosphere that captures the essence of traditional dim sum dining. Whether you are a seasoned connoisseur of Chinese food or simply exploring new culinary horizons, Phoenix promises a delightful experience that tantalizes the senses.

As you step into the restaurant, you are greeted by the friendly chatter of patrons savoring their meals, the aroma of rich, savory dishes wafting through the air, and the enticing sight of beautifully presented plates. The bustling environment is a testament to its popularity, especially during dim sum hours from 11 AM to 3 PM, where the menu features a splendid array of small bites perfect for sharing.

On the menu, don’t miss the dim sum delights that have garnered rave reviews from satisfied customers. Try the Siu Mai, the juicy shrimp dumplings, or the crunchy pot stickers that are always served piping hot. For a refreshing start, the Jellyfish and Smoked Pork Hoof are excellent Cold Appetizer choices to awaken your palate.

The Koi Package, priced at just $44.20, is a flavorful set meal that offers a plentiful feast including tender beef ribs, soy sauce chicken, and comforting preserved egg and lean meat porridge. It encapsulates the heart of Chinese home cooking, making it a must-try for anyone looking to indulge in wholesome flavors.

While the food is undoubtedly the star here, it’s essential to note the charming, if sometimes slightly chaotic, service style. As mentioned by long-time patrons, getting the attention of your waiter can be a bit of a sport—waving might just be the way to go! But don’t let this deter you; the attentive staff are dedicated to ensuring your dining experience is satisfying, from food to tea refills.

Patrons like Lisa describe the variety of dim sum options as “absolutely wonderful,” making the trip well worth it, especially during the busy weekend rush—so arrive early to secure a coveted table. With real customer experiences echoing praises of the fresh, high-quality ingredients and the authentic atmosphere, Phoenix Restaurant stands out as a staple for any Chinese cuisine lover.

If you find yourself in Chicago, let Phoenix Restaurant be your culinary oasis for divine flavors and a taste of genuine Chinese hospitality. With its impressive selection and lively spirit, every visit feels like a special occasion, inviting you to return time and again.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers kerbside pickup
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves comfort food
Serves late-night food
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Brunch reservations recommended
Lunch reservations recommended
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Usually has a wait
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Parking
Paid parking lot
Openings Hours
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Monday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Sunday

10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

1619 Reviews
Tiffany

12 Sep 2025

food is divine. obviously. service is like any authentic restaurant. get used to having to flag down your waiter like you're drowning and getting ignored. sometimes they are just locked in and cant hear you. get their attention by waving or making them see you. good dim sum!

Lisa Channell

06 Sep 2025

Absolutely wonderful place for dim sum! We especially love the Siu Mai, shrimp dumplings, pot stickers, and spring rolls (always perfectly crispy). Get there early on the weekends! Always a big crowd!

Torin

21 Aug 2025

As someone who doesn't like Chinese food this place was very good. It seems very authentic as most of the people there speak Chinese. You mark off what items you want and they bring all of them to you and you eat family style on a spiny thing in the middle. Some items weren't the best but most were very good! Definitely check this place out if you want authentic Chinese food.

Stephanie Polakowski

16 Aug 2025

Authentic, no frills Chinese food in China town, this is the spot to go if you want to order authentic Chinese dishes. They offer the dim sum menu 11am-3pm which has a ton of options and is 20% off if you pay with cash. Dim sum is a style of Cantonese cuisine consisting of small, bite-sized portions of food, traditionally served with tea We found that asking the people next to us to what they ordered was very helpful, since everyone eating there seemed to be Chinese and able to speak the language. Our server was very sweet but spoke little English. The menu is helpful since is has pictures of all the items they offer. My only complaint was the place was pretty hot inside- I was sticking to my upholstered chair- the decor in here is like a fancy banquet hall. That being said it was a 93 degree afternoon in chicago when we went to eat here. Overall- I was very pleased with the food, experience and feeling like I was at authentic local spot vs a chain Americanized restaurant. I’d recommend it if you’re looking for authentic. The shrimp rolls and shrimps/chicken pad Thai was excellent. Lots of dishes with shrimp.

Nicholas P

31 Jul 2025

It’s been a long time since I’ve been to Phoenix but I remembered the food being very decent. We came to celebrate CNY. The service was okay, not the best. However, we got the sauces we needed for the different types of food we ordered. Our hot tea and water cups were always refilled. I’m not going to go through all of the dishes we ordered, but they were all good. Just an observation but I noticed that some of the Americans that gave the place 1 star, ordered the typical American dishes. Whereas the Asian reviewers ordered dishes that Americans won’t ever touch. In my pictures, you won’t see any orange chicken, chicken fried rice, Mongolian beef, etc. That’s just a FYI, those ratings are not very accurate. If you parked in either of two big parking lots, remember to get your ticket validated at the restaurant before you leave. It should say $2. If it doesn’t say that, then you did it wrong. Overall rating would be 3.5. If you order real Asian food, then you’ll have a decent experience despite the service. The American food.. well.. don’t expect much. You can get that at Panda Express.

Lisa

30 Jul 2025

Great food, friendly staff. Love that they have a weekday dim sum special if you pay by cash you get 20% off! All the dishes were great except the pan fried rice roll with the green onions and dried shrimp. Not sure why it had a slight bitter taste. The pan fried shrimp cakes were delicious. My 4 year old devoured the entire plate. My 9 year old loved the sticky rice wrapped in lotus leaves. There were so many dim sum choices in Chinatown but I choose phoenix. The decor and all the older Asian aunties and uncles dining there I just knew it was authentic.

Michelle Foy

14 Jun 2025

Phoenix is an old standby dim sum restaurant that I’ve been to quite a few times over the years. The dim sum is fresh from top quality ingredients, served hot to the table and always offers a huge endless variety to choose from. Service is excellent with roomy tables overlooking the Chicago skyline. However, I was really disappointed as they did away with the traditional cart system that came around to the tables. They do give you a detailed pictured menu of all the dim sum and you order off that. The dim sum quality and taste are the same and the food is super hot when it arrives at your table. They do have a couple carts mingling around the dining room stacked with one particular dim but that’s about it. No matter what you order, it’s all really tasty with accompanying hoisin, soy, plum sauces and chili garlic oil. Prices and service are comparable to other dim sum places but Phoenix is still the best dim sum in Chinatown! Personal Tip: Order most of your dim sum at one time with second round afterward. They get a little confused as they use the 1 single paper ticket order and then add on to that for 2nd & 3rd rounds. Favs: Chive & Shrimp dumplings Pan fried shrimp & corn dumpling Shrimp shu mai Beef meatballs Shrimp wontons Vegetable Egg rolls Turnip Cake Sesame red bean ball

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