My partner and I were craving soups and stopped by this place for some sul lung tang. I will say this it was definitely a hole in a wall vibe. You'll easily miss it if you look out from the front. The shop is run by an elderly couple - very mom and pop energy. We both ordered the sul lung tang with everything (second item on the menu from the top). For the price point, it was very affordable. However I will say that it is cash only. My partner had to run out to get cash, but the food came out before he came back. The owner noticed this and actually took the food back to keep it warm for him. That was so thoughtful and kind of her to do that. 10/10

The food is amazing. You can taste very authentic Korean beef soups with various meat choices at a very affordable price, but they are cash-only. The service and interior are just fine but nothing fancy.

Truly a hidden gem, Han bat restaurant is totally worth it. If you have never had Korean soups this is the place you should start your adventure with. Both the Kimchi's are the best you will find and have. The chef / owner makes it and is unbelievable. It reminded me of a time when I was in Korea and had kimchi that was similar.

This is my new favorite Korean restaurant in Chicago :) my taste buds have preferred lighter tastes recently, and this place fits that preference exceptionally. I usually don't prefer ox bone soup, but I would get it here in a heartbeat. The kimchi sides pair perfectly with the rich, creamy soup. Be aware that this place accepts cash only, but there's a fee-free ATM in the restaurant. Would highly recommend!!

Ambiance: the storefront is very unassuming and may be hard to find at first, as it's tucked away. The restaurant looks a little run down and hasn't seen a renovation, but the food speaks for itself here. The menu is old school and written on the walls. I think mostly everything is under 15$ which is a pretty great deal considering his long it takes to make the bone broth and how filling it is. Food: the restaurant specializes in Korean beef bone broth soup. The entrees have different types of bone broth and meat choices and is a classic Korean dish. I generally tend to get the brisket since it's a nice balance of hearty soup and thin slices of brisket meat. Other soup options include tripe and tendons, if you're more into different textures. The broth is rich and comes unseasoned; you add enough salt, pepper and green onions to your liking. Obviously pour some kimchi/kimchi juices into the soup for true Korean style taste. Service: no frills. Don't expect 5 star service. You'll get your food and refills when asked, but honestly don't need more than that anyways. The owners are a nice elderly couple and you get a real mom and pop shop vibe here with a little taste of home.

- Incredible broth: depth of flavor, and they don't skimp on the meat! - Good portion sizes - Kimchi 11/10 - Cute Korean ahjumma that can give attitude when she needs? 11/10 - Cash only Han bat is a classic spot for Korean/Korean Americans who want a good good bowl of rich seollongtang that reminds them of home/their mom's cooking. This place reminds me of my roots and the meal grounds me, whether I'm coming back home from a ski trip, having an incredibly hard time personally, or just crave a bowl of great stew. But be warned: they're cash only, so come prepared!

This restaurant specializes in simple korean soups. I loved coming here on a colder day. I got the brisket beef soup, and it warmed me right up. There was a good amount of meat and noodles. You season the soup with salt provided on the table to your own liking. You can add your own green onion topping as well. The menu is very straightforward, and the place has a homey, no-fuss feel. The woman serving us was friendly. Service was fast. I would come here again.

This restaurant is cash only! If you don't have cash, there is an ATM inside the restaurant. There's only a few places in the US that specializes in Seolleongtang (ox bone soup) and I'm so glad there's one in Chicago. Yes, you need to come here for their soup! Their broth is simple, milky, but rich in flavor. It comes with green onions with salt on the side so you adjust the taste. The kimchi and daikon are fresh and it's just perfect with the soup and rice.

[Han Bat Restaurant] Local small Korean mom and pops kind of store specializing in Seolleongtang, Korean Ox Bone soup As Soups / stews are my favorite food, this restaurant was . Ordered the which consists of Brisket, Flank, Tripe, Honey Comb, Spleen Beef in their ox bone broth. They had many others but their soup base is the same Side dishes were okay. My favorite being the radish. Rice was pretty good quality (that's my secret in judging these soup places). Overall good place / soup however I do not think it ranks in my top 5 soup list 2723 W Lawrence Ave Chicago, IL 60625

This style of restaurant and the food they serve isn't for everyone but once you're hooked on it, you'll be craving their soups every so often and you'll be a repeat customer for life. I first tried this style of Korean soup in LA several years ago so I'm glad to have found one very similar in Chicago. It's the very definition of simple comfort food and I don't think any place will make soup better than here for miles around. The restaurant is kept clean and very casual. One lady, who I think is the owner, was our server and cashier. She prepped the scallions on another dining table while we were eating- typical of many Asian restaurants. They have a short menu on the wall and there's only a few choices, basically each soup consists of different parts of the cow. We went with one brisket and one flank. Service is super fast since all the soups are just steaming away in their kitchen. The soups are served in hot clay pots and come with some glass noodles. You must season to taste- salt, pepper, and scallions are provided. They bring out a complimentary bowl of rice, kimchi cabbage and radish. I like to season my with salt and scallions, and then dump the rice in the soup and eat everything with a spoon. The soup goes perfectly with the kimchi and radish. One bowl is more than enough for me- I'm absolutely stuffed by the end of my meal and everything comes out to be around $15 cash per person.