Perilla in River West has expanded with Noriko, a hand roll bar that serves a variety of options including premium items like A5 wagyu. After visiting, the bluefin toro is highlighted as a luxurious treat. Lao Der, a new tiny restaurant in Irving Park, offers Laotian and Thai dishes, featuring khao piek sen, a comforting chicken noodle soup that stands out. The attentive staff provides excellent service, and the soup is a recommended choice for warming up on cold days.
After just one visit, though, I can say Noriko has set the bar high. There are a variety of hand roll choices, from classics like spicy tuna and king salmon to premium delicacies such as A5 wagyu topped with freshly shaved truffles.
Even on a hot summer day, I couldn't resist ordering the khao piek sen - Laotian chicken noodle soup. The comforting bowl of chicken broth teeming with rice noodles, chicken, chicken meatballs, onions, cilantro, and fried shallots was just what I needed after a long day.
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