Yao Yao sits on Cermak Road in Chicago's Chinatown, with a menu centered on fresh pickled fish made daily — a specialty the restaurant leads with alongside seafood and vegetable dishes. The house specialties list also includes spice chicken in chili oil, deep-fried pork strips, and spice chicken.
The restaurant earned Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition in 2023 and 2024, then moved to Michelin's Selected list in 2025. The Infatuation scored it 8/10.
The restaurant earned Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition in 2023 and 2024, then moved to Michelin's Selected list in 2025. The Infatuation scored it 8/10.