527 Cafe
Taiwanese Restaurants in Evanston, Illinois
4.2 (175)
| Category | Taiwanese Restaurants · Asian restaurant, Bubble tea store, Chinese restaurant |
|---|---|
| Address | 527 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201 |
| Area | Evanston, Illinois |
| Phone | (847) 332-2233 |
| Google rating | 4.2 (175) |
About 527 Cafe
527 Cafe is family-owned and operated in downtown Evanston, Illinois right on the campus of Northwestern University. 527 Cafe has been serving up delicious Taiwanese, Chinese, Bubble Teas, and Asian fusion cuisine on 527 Davis Street for over 14 years.
527 Cafe is one of the taiwanese restaurants listed in Evanston, Illinois. The business is registered at 527 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201; use this page to check its hours, phone number and Google rating before you make the trip. Google also lists it under asian restaurant, bubble tea store, chinese restaurant, which is worth knowing if you are comparing several options in the area.
In cities with a Chinatown, weekend mornings bring dim sum carts or order sheets, and lines form early at the most popular spots in Evanston; walk-ins are standard and reservations are uncommon outside large banquet restaurants. Regional labels matter: Cantonese, Sichuan, Hunan, Shanghainese and Taiwanese kitchens cook very differently, so a restaurant's stated region is a better guide to the food than the word "Chinese" alone. Some smaller restaurants in Illinois are BYOB with no corkage fee; call ahead to confirm. A tip of 15-20% is customary for table service but not expected at counter-order takeout. Spice level, MSG and allergen questions are normal to ask before ordering, and most kitchens are happy to leave an ingredient out or tone down the heat if you mention it when ordering rather than after the food arrives.
Hours have not been published for this listing yet. Most businesses of this type in Evanston keep standard business hours, but call ahead to be sure, especially on weekends and holidays. The listed phone number is (847) 332-2233. Many businesses also reply to text messages on the same number if it is a cell phone.
Its Google rating is 4.2 out of 5 from 175 reviews, a solid but mixed picture; reading the most recent reviews will tell you what to expect.
Evanston is in Illinois, in the Midwest, where summers are warm, winters are cold and snowy, and most errands are done by car; businesses keep steady year-round hours with the usual holiday changes. Traffic in Evanston peaks on weekday mornings and afternoons, so allow extra time then. Addresses read from the street number up to the city, state abbreviation and five-digit ZIP code; the map link on this page shows the exact spot.
See the other taiwanese restaurants in Evanston listed below to compare ratings, hours and locations before you decide. If you own or manage 527 Cafe, you can claim this listing to correct details, add photos and a description, and receive a verified badge. Everyone else can help by leaving an honest review on Google after a visit.
Latest Google reviews
The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.
Shiungor Edited 5 years ago
Taiwanese 527 Cafe is a must for all foodies! While the ice is not snowy like in Taiwan, the shave ice is absolutely delectable every time we have it....which is about twice a month winter and weekly summertime. During quarantine, we order curbside and the lovely staff(shoutout to jeje) will put it in a large box for us to pick up to eat in the car. Their spicy beef noodle was better than the ones we had in Taiwan; popcorn chicken was ok; three cup chicken savory; salmon fried rice light and hit the spot; Kalbi tacos are good and a whole lot more varieties to try. Go get your shave ice NOW!
Ella Lin Edited 6 years ago
amazing, authentic taiwanese food - 10/10 recommend! i’m so happy to have found this spot. hidden between two joyee store fronts, 527 offers an infinitely better experience than its neighbor, both in terms of food and service. the food: overall everything i had was delicious and affordable. i ordered the beef noodle soup and was so pleased with the flavor of the broth and how soft and tender the pieces of beef were. at around $12 this is such great value in chicagoland where bowls of ramen go for $14+. the pork chop rice was also delicious, just like what you’d find at a local bento box place in taiwan :) crispy pork with a generous serving of rice topped with braised pork sauce and egg — you can’t go wrong! i would also highly recommend the fried mantou - crispy on the outside but soft and subtly sweet on the inside, with a delicious black sesame sauce drizzled on top, this is great as an appetizer or dessert. the service: you order at the counter and they bring the food to you. the business appears to be family run, with the daughter taking orders and the elderly man bussing the tables. the man was an absolute sweetheart and made the experience so pleasant. he was so incredibl
Steven Du 6 years ago
Solid place to eat with decent food and prices. Their popcorn chicken is decent and the kimchi fried rice is okay. Service is always super fast and nice though so if you need to just grab a quick bite this is the place to go. The menu has a good variety of dishes, but not too many as to be concerning.
Andrew 6 years ago
This is an amazing little cafe serving delicious Taiwanese food. Portions are extremely generous, and they don't skimp on meat. I was still finding chunks of beef in my beef noodle soup long after another restaurant's dish would have run out. For dessert, the shaved ice is highly customizable and great for sharing! Also, the employees were very nice. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone craving Taiwanese food, or trying it for the first time.
tim chung 7 years ago
This is much better than the restaurant next door to it. It's home style, comfort food and very authentic! We almost always get the homemade dumplings and noodle soup. Kung pao chicken is very good also.
Frequently asked questions
Where is 527 Cafe located?
527 Cafe is at 527 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201, in Evanston, Illinois. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.
What kind of business is 527 Cafe?
527 Cafe is listed as a taiwanese restaurant and is also tagged on Google as asian restaurant, bubble tea store, chinese restaurant.
What are the hours of 527 Cafe?
Hours have not been published for this listing. Call ahead or check Google Maps before visiting.
What is the phone number of 527 Cafe?
You can call 527 Cafe at (847) 332-2233.
How is 527 Cafe rated on Google?
527 Cafe has a Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 from 175 reviews.
How do I know the details for 527 Cafe are correct?
Details come from public sources and can change. The owner can claim the listing to keep it current, and a quick phone call before visiting is the safest check.