Post by @trayofcravings

Lao Peng You is a popular casual Chinese spot in Ukrainian Village Chicago that's serving some of the most satisfying handmade noodles and dumplings I've had in the city. 😋 What I ordered:
• Xi’an Bing
• Dan Dan Noodles
• Pork & Chive Dumplings 💭 Thoughts:
Pure comfort food. We went on a Sunday around 4pm and were quoted a 45-minute wait, but ended up getting seated in about 15 minutes. Worth the hype! The vibes were chill with pop music playing in the background. Service was solid. Our server was knowledgeable, explained the menu well, and answered questions without rushing us. 7/10. The Pork & Chive Dumplings tasted like something my mom would make at home. The broth they sit in adds a lot of flavor and makes the dish even better. My only nitpick is that I personally prefer a thicker, chewier dumpling wrapper. 7/10. The Dan Dan Noodles were the standout. Creamy, nutty, crunchy from the peanuts, packed with flavor, and not overly spicy. It was my first time trying dan dan noodles and now I totally understand the hype. 8/10. The Xian Bing took about 25 minutes to come out, which makes sense since they're made fresh. The lamb filling was flavorful and the outside was super crispy, almost like a scallion pancake. The bread itself was softer and thicker than I expected and could've used a little more flavor. 7/10. Overall, this felt like authentic, comforting food that leaves you completely satisfied when you walk out. Next time I'd absolutely order the Dan Dan Noodles again and try the beef noodles, scallion pancakes, and beef dumplings. ✨ Recs: Dan Dan Noodles 📍 2020 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622 #chicagotiktok #chicagolife #chicagofood #chicagorestaurants #chicago