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RestaurantsGao's Kabob Sports Grill

Gao's Kabob Sports Grill

7 reviewsClosed5pm - 11:45pm
๐ŸฅขChinese Restaurant๐Ÿ’žDate Night๐Ÿ‘ฏGroup HangoutโœจQuick & EasyCultural๐Ÿ‘•Casual
Gao's Kabob Sports Grill
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๐Ÿ“232 W 22nd Pl, Chicago, IL 60616, US
๐Ÿ“ž(331) 253-6585
๐ŸŒgaosbbq.com
Business Hours
Monday
5pm - 11:45pm
Tuesday
5pm - 11:45pm
Wednesday
5pm - 11:45pm
Thursday
5pm - 11:45pm
Friday
5pm - 11:45pm
Saturday
5pm - 11:45pm
Sunday
5pm - 11:45pm

*Business hours may change on holidays

Gao's Kabob Sports Grill
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๐Ÿ“232 W 22nd Pl, Chicago, IL 60616, US
๐Ÿ“ž(331) 253-6585
๐ŸŒgaosbbq.com
Business Hours
Monday
5pm - 11:45pm
Tuesday
5pm - 11:45pm
Wednesday
5pm - 11:45pm
Thursday
5pm - 11:45pm
Friday
5pm - 11:45pm
Saturday
5pm - 11:45pm
Sunday
5pm - 11:45pm

*Business hours may change on holidays

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About

Gao's Kabob Sports Grill is a lively Chinese BBQ destination tucked inside Chicago's Chinatown neighborhood at 232 W 22nd Pl. The menu spans marinated skewers, Cajun seafood boils, noodle dishes, and rice plates, so there is something for every craving at the table. Reviewers praise the bold, smoky flavors and the wide variety of shareable plates, which suits both casual hangouts and larger group celebrations. The restaurant also offers catering packages for birthdays, corporate events, weddings, and graduations. Open every day from 5 PM, it works equally well for a relaxed date night or a festive group gathering.

Highlights

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Signature marinated skewersBold, smoky kabobs keep diners coming back for their spicy, savory depth.
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Cajun seafood boilFlavorful crab and crawfish boils praised as some of the best in Chicago.
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Shareable plates for groupsMost menu items are sized for sharing, so large tables eat well together.
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Events and cateringCustom catering packages cover birthdays, corporate events, and weddings.

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