History in Chinatown

Won Kow has been on the second floor of the same building at 2237 South Wentworth Avenue, guarded by the same fu dogs, serving the same chow mein since 1927.  Some of the early menus from the 1930's and 40's are even framed on the wall. Ownership has changed hands only twice since its inception, and each of the owners has had a deep and long-standing connection to the neighborhood.  Today, loyal customers rave about the stiff drinks, the dim sum, and the reasonable prices.

Mob enthusiasts will be delighted to know that Al Capone loved the food here, and could often be spied at the table in the far northwest corner as his bodyguards stood outside in the hallway, at the top of the tall staircase that leads to the restaurant. UPDATE: Won Kow has unfortunately permanently closed.