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bellyQ

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Korean Restaurant, Asian Restaurant, and BBQ Joint$$$$

Fulton Market, Chicago

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EaterJuly 7, 2017
The focus at this restaurant is on reimagining Asian barbecue with contemporary flavors. From tea-smoked duck breast with tamarind glaze to baby back ribs with hoisin barbecue sauce and bacon crumble Read more
EaterOctober 31, 2013
Bill Kim puts his Asian spin on Sunday brunch. Items include Vietnamese omelet, nori waffle, tea-smoked duck benedict, and crispy tofu. Cap it off with some of the best soft serve in town.
EaterMay 24, 2017
Expect fine-tuned variations on classic ‘Q meats alongside Western staples such as Belly Mac featuring Japanese noodles and Thai curry. Read more
EpicuriousAugust 3, 2014
Chef Bill Kim reinterprets Korean fried chicken wings with Thai flavors at his restaurant. His Thai Fried Chicken can be shared like classic chicken wings but actually is made with chicken thigh. Read more
Bitches Who BrunchApril 29, 2015
Chef Bill Kim serves Asian barbecue fare with a modern twist. This means brunch items such as tea smoked duck benedict, Korean breakfast tacos, and Vietnamese cinnamon doughnuts. Read more
Time Out ChicagoJuly 7, 2014
There are only five cocktails, but each one is absorbing. Take the Indochine: It greets you with a big nose of Thai basil. You lean into it and there’s the fragrance of cinnamon. Read more
EaterMay 6, 2016
Acclaimed chef Bill Kim takes Korean barbecue to a different level at this Randolph Street destination that now features his original noodle spot, Urban Belly, right next door. Read more
Gianna NebbiaMay 24, 2016
Everything was incredible- tasty and unique yet authentic. From left to right- shrimp fried rice, Korean beef over rice, lamb/duck? buns, Asian slaw
Redeye ChicagoMarch 6, 2015
On weekends, Chef Bill Kim demonstrates how to prepare dishes from the West Loop restaurant's new brunch menu, including tempura eggs, lemongrass sausage and banana shakes at this family-style meal. Read more
ReserveJanuary 28, 2016
The restaurant uses only the finest seasonal and locally sourced ingredients to dish up an imaginative menu of delicious items such as tea-smoked duck breast. Read more
CNNAugust 6, 2014
The standouts here are the tabletop barbecue (banana leaf-wrapped salmon, Korean short rib) and savory Asian pancakes (smoked bacon and kimchi). Read more
Pocket SunSeptember 21, 2014
Great service, awesome food! Red lotus is a light, refreshing cocktail! Tomato watermelon salad and wagyu short ribs were nice. Vietnamese donuts taste like Chinese donuts! Enjoyed Thai fried chicken.
Pam P.May 31, 2017
We did the grill feast, it was kind of fun to cook our own food. Definitely delicious. The grill tables get pretty warm, heavy/warm clothing not recommended if you'll be sitting at one.
ReserveFebruary 10, 2016
Both gluten-free and vegan, bellyQ’s Kale and Green Papaya Salad with sesame vinaigrette and crispy rice is perfect for sharing with friends. Read more
AskMenSeptember 11, 2012
The menu varies quite a bit, ranging from hot pots with double-smoked bacon and kimchi to lamb ribs with hoisin-rosemary barbecue sauce and steamed Chinese buns. Time to whip out that bib. Read more
mc.August 18, 2013
FANTASTIC and the ambience is beyond anything you can think of. subtle, yet swanky vibe. service was impeccable. Our server Brian was personable and charming. my group of girlfriends had a fab time!
Lani LoveSeptember 2, 2013
I love Urban Belly & Belly Shack, so I'm sad to say that you should skip the food and just get the dessert, specifically the donuts. If you want a cocktail, the Red Lotus was nice & light.
Chicago TribuneAugust 1, 2014
Attached to the restaurant is BQ2GO, a carryout shop stocked with grab-and-go items but also offering salads, rice paper wraps and both Vietnamese iced coffee and hibiscus iced tea on tap.
Time Out ChicagoMarch 20, 2013
The spiced fries served alongside the lunchtime miniburgers are worthy on their own: perfectly crispy and doused with an Old Bay–like mix of dark chili powder, oregano and garlic powder. Read more
Marie LimAugust 22, 2016
Brunch menu has my favorite Shrimp Udon! (no longer on Urban Belly menu) Kimchi Pancakes, Breakfast Fried Rice, Lettuce Wraps...dumplings...everything is so tasty!
Tonya TibbsOctober 22, 2012
This is a great place for a group so that you can share a bunch of dishes. Standouts were the olive oil poached Shrimp & the chilled soba noodle salad. I can't wait to come back & try more!
Subhro MMarch 8, 2015
Food was quite good, liked the rib tips and thai style chicken along with the Q fried rice, would give the spring rolls a miss next tme round
Jay AlstonApril 21, 2014
Great ambience, great menu, excellent food, but the service was, in a word, LOUSY. And I mean top to bottom - the hostess,the manager, the food runner and especially the waiter.
Bradley SwartwoodMarch 10, 2013
Awesome food... Literally tried almost all of it! Service was great from everyone we dealt with. Would recommend this to anyone looking for something fresh & different with friendly service.
Chicago TribuneAugust 1, 2014
The drink menu offers a good assortment of sake, an impressive list of bourbons and whiskeys, craft beers, cocktails and a few keg-stored wines.
bri9ettMay 19, 2014
rib tips=dry, Thai style fried chicken=not Thai style HA! more like xl chicken nuggets, beef ribs=dry, not tender/fall off the bone, Korean short ribs=juicy&tender but lacking real flavor, add sauce
Laoise O'BroinMay 2, 2013
Love love love the basil seeds! Try the red lotus you won't be disappointed! I also loved the Thai Fried Chicken..and eggplant. Really great service too!
Timothy StateSeptember 7, 2013
Be sure to order flatware with your meal as the quickly cart used away, but then don't replace it when bringing the next course. Excellent food and favors, though.
EpicuriousJanuary 13, 2015
This pan-Asian staple is home to a delicious, knockout plate of spicy lemongrass chicken tossed with crunchy papaya. Read more
Walt WalkerMay 21, 2013
Modern asian; I suggest sharing dishes. Lemongrass chicken, seafood pancake, and thai fried chicen were my favs. Try their specialty cocktails!
KenjiOctober 5, 2014
Brunch! Try the lemongrass sausage, bacon & potatoes! Waffles were amazing too
Lina GonzoMarch 1, 2013
The service is so sweet and so undertanding and so respectful that it's hard to believe they are in Chicago! Food is absolutely delicious!
Margaret PakFebruary 26, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Monday Nights = Ramen Nights! Call or check the FB page for the ramen special. Also, save room for the passion fruit dessert!!!
ChicagoistAugust 1, 2014
The chilled soba noodles with poached shrimp and eggplant fall under the “refreshing” part of the menu, and they are that, but they also take you conceivably darker places than a Doris Day movie. Read more
Allison KaminskiOctober 16, 2015
I've been to brunch and dinner. I always ask for recommendations from the waiter and portions. Menu is seasonal
Caroline Cruz MoApril 20, 2013
Get the Crescent drink: smoked agave, pear cognac, galangal syrup, lemon, grapefruit. Simply amazing, refreshing and well-balanced!
Ru ChungDecember 21, 2017
Had a great time with a large table of friends on our trip to Chicago. I think we ate one of everything, delicious!
ISC ChicagoJune 22, 2017
Blackened Shrimp Curry (eggplant, potato, cilantro) was mild but tasty
Global HighlanderOctober 15, 2014
Trendy restaurant in the West Loop. Thai fried chicken and tea smoked duck breast were quite good.
MaggieMarch 10, 2014
Thai spiced fried chicken was too salty, but the duck breast was really good. Remember to save room for dessert!
Matt GoldstickJanuary 22, 2013
Been here 100+ times
Thai fried chicken, spinach feta pancake, bellyQ beef, steamed buns, salmon + red lotus = recipe for success. And don't forget the fried donuts with soft serve!
Roderick SayersNovember 3, 2013
Make sure you try the Tea Duck Benedict and the grits!
Alex ChwastekJuly 13, 2013
Crispy tofu & Thai fried chicken are an absolute must! Dessert bobas are all incredible too.
Bernard LittleAugust 11, 2013
Sit in the comfy chairs and order the amazing PB and J Ice Cream. You won't be disappointed
JuAnne NgAugust 15, 2014
Must try the fried chicken, sticky rice and donuts! The tuna was pretty good too.
Patrick CutticaJanuary 31, 2013
Damn, so good! Definitely sit at a grill top table. BellyQ Beef and the Short Ribs are so tasty.
Tracy LucasDecember 27, 2013
Really creative menu. I can't wait to go back and try some of the other items!
ISC ChicagoJune 22, 2017
If you like barbecue, get the Sauce Boss (rib tips, hot smoked wings, pork ribs & togarashi fries)
Chad PurnellJune 28, 2013
The drinking vinegars aren't as scary as they sound, more like a more acidic juice. They're great mixed with alcohol of your choice!
Michael VenableJanuary 1, 2016
Loved this place!! The kimchi potato salad is amaze!

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