What's Happening?
Chef Thai Dang has opened Crying Tiger, a new Southeast Asian restaurant in Chicago's River North, in partnership with Lettuce Entertain You. The restaurant features a menu inspired by Dang's Vietnamese heritage and his experiences in Hong Kong. Signature
dishes include a 45-day aged ribeye steak and crispy H.K. pork belly. The restaurant aims to offer a unique dining experience with its blend of flavors and innovative dishes.
Why It's Important?
Crying Tiger's opening adds to Chicago's diverse culinary scene, offering residents and visitors a taste of Southeast Asian cuisine. The collaboration with Lettuce Entertain You, a major restaurant group, highlights the growing interest in Asian flavors and the potential for such ventures to succeed in the competitive dining market. This development may encourage other chefs to explore cross-cultural culinary partnerships, enriching the city's gastronomic offerings.
