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Monday, October 10, 2011

Dinner

Get a Taste of Taiwanese Food at 527 Cafe

The counter-service spot adds extra spice to Evanston’s ethnic dining scene.

Evanston has long been a great place to sample dishes from around the world, but its dining scene got even more diverse with the opening of 527 Cafe last year. The Taiwanese spot is a novel treat, serving up huge portions of dishes you won’t find anywhere else in the area. The counter service at 527 Davis St. is cheerfully decorated with bright orange chairs and large windows overlooking the street. A mosaic of mirrors hangs above the half-booths in the back of the restaurant and hanging lights provide a mellow glow. A TV screen displays a slide show, showcasing many of the dishes offered at the restaurant. This is very helpful for diners unfamiliar with the cuisine. The cafe had a decent crowd around lunchtime Saturday, mostly patronized …

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Samantha Nelson

3:38 pm on Monday, October 10, 2011

It's Taiwanese with some Korean and Asian-Fusion dishes.   more ›

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