A Local's Guide to Asian Flavors in St. Charles, IL
- STC Business Alliance
- 7 hours ago
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Bold flavors, unique creations, and the perfect balance of hot, sour, salty, and sweet are all ways that one can describe Asian cuisine. And in St. Charles, finding these exciting flavors can be a breeze with the wide variety of restaurants offering that fare at a very high-level. From traditional Chinese to Thai desserts and everything in between, we are going to give you the local's guide to all things Asian cuisine in St. Charles, IL.
Pan-Asian/Sushi
Photos Courtesy of moto imoto
Who doesn't love a fresh, high-quality sushi roll? In St. Charles, we have some terrific options in town to get just that, as well as delicious Pan-Asian fare. moto imoto, located on 1st Street, is an ideal spot downtown for signature rolls, ramen, classics, and more, not to mention their extensive sake selection. It's also great for lunch , as you can take advantage of their Bento Box lunch special for a terrific price!
Photo 1 Courtesy of Wok n Fire
If you find yourself just craving sushi, we definitely recommend paying Domo Sushi a visit, just west of downtown. At Domo Sushi, you can indulge in all-you-can-eat sushi, and other traditional Asian fare inside inside their beautiful dining area . If you find yourself on the other side of town, Wok n Fire is the place to be, for sushi, stir-fry, noodles, and an array of creative cocktails, all which can be enjoyed out in the fresh air on their patio.
Ramen
Photo 1 Courtesy of Ton-Ichi Ramen. Photo 2 Courtesy of Chicago Ramen
Nothing warms the body up quite like a flavorful, comforting bowl of ramen, and luckily, you don't have to search to hard to find a terrific establishment where you can get just that. Ton-Ichi Ramen serves up a wide variety of different dishes, along with their appetizer Pork Buns that have become a delicious fan-favorite. Chicago Ramen is another excellent option for your warm bowl of ramen, calling St. Charles home since the summer of 2024. When you make a visit here, you can never go wrong with Tsukemen which is a Tokyo style dipping ramen. They also offer both red miso and white miso ramen, sushi, and much more that are sure to hit the spot every time.
Chinese
Photo 2 Courtesy of Chamber Red Chinese Bistro
Carry-out, dine-in, or however you prefer to enjoy your Chinese cuisine, St. Charles is home to a couple of amazing Chinese establishments, including a community staple since 1988 - Szechwan Restaurant. Szechwan Restaurant focuses on three main influences in their menu: Chinese, Mandarin, and Cantonese, and their second-floor space offers picture-perfect views downtown. East of downtown is where you can find Chamber Red Chinese Bistro, another great selection for this style of fare. They also serve tasty traditional Chinese cuisine that you're sure to love - and don't leave without an order of their pot stickers, a local favorite.
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Pho
Photo 1 Courtesy of Brigette Burgman of Nomadic Soul Photography. Photo 2 Courtesy of Pho Ly
Another popular Asian noodle soup is pho. While they have a lot of common traits, a bowl of pho is a totally different culinary experience than ramen. You can try this Vietnamese dish a few different spots throughout St. Charles like at Pho 95. At Pho 95, they have an impressive selection of steak pho dishes, as well as other traditional Vietnamese favorites like banh mi and vermicelli rice dishes. In the heart of downtown is where you'll find Pho Ly. They've been been serving the St. Charles community since 2023, also serving pho that is second-to-none, banh mi, and a large assortment of smoothies and milk teas to enjoy with your meal.
Thai
Photo 1 Courtesy of Thai Corner. Photo 2 Courtesy of Maly Thai
It's tough to beat the fresh, complex flavors of Thai cuisine. From noodle dishes, curries, and spicy salads - relishing in Thai food is a wonderful, unique experience every time. In St. Charles, there are couple Thai restaurants that certainly does this cuisine justice, with one being Thai Corner off of Randall Road. You can get all your Thai favorites here, from panang curry to fresh spring rolls and everything in between. Maly Thai is another wonderful destination to satisfy your Thai food craving. They aim to recreate signature dishes from each of Thailand's diverse regions, and even offer traditional Thai beer that you can enjoy alongside your entrée.
And More
Photos Courtesy of Fry N' Wings
Juicy chicken wings with an Asian twist? Yes, please! Fry N' Wings has been serving up just this, offering exciting, unique wing flavors such as Buldak & Gochujang, Salted Egg, Honey Thai Chili, and that's just the tip of the iceberg! Pair your wings with some stir-fried rice or some fried corn, and you've got the perfect meal that will leave your taste buds longing for more.
Photos Courtesy of Fanny's Thai Roll Ice Cream
Need to cool off? Take a quick trip to Fanny's Thai Roll Ice Cream! Here, they are serving up ice cream with a Thai twist, as they prepare and roll the ice cream right in front of your eyes! Then, they top the ice cream with flavorful fruits and toppings for the perfect sweet treat.
Dear Donuts opened their doors in St. Charles in 2023, and they've taken this town by storm with their delicious brioche donuts, and their assortment of fun, Korean Corn Dogs! Mochii Donut is another exceptional option for a unique treat, as they craft crispy fresh mochi donuts, which were popularized in Japan. Stop by and taste the flavors for yourself!
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