Umamicue
Day 1: 5-Course East Meets West Tasting Series
Opened this past April in Logan Square, this one-of-a-kind eatery vaulted onto a brace of “Best Of” Lists, including Chicago Magazine’s “10 Hottest in Chicago Right Now,” Infatuation’s “Best BBQ in Chicago,” and Eater’s “Essential Chicago Barbecue Restaurants.” In 2014, Chef/Owner Charles Wong visited Austin’s fabled Franklin BBQ and resolved to bring that brand of Texas-style barbecue back to the Windy City. In 2016, he started Umamicue, where his favorite taste, umami, met his favorite meat. Now ensconced in Spilt Milk, the popular dive bar on the corner of Fullerton and California, Umamicue features dishes like smoked brisket and pork belly banh mi, smoked crab rangoon, and other delights. “Umamicue fuses Vietnamese and barbecue with verve,” raves Chicago Tribune. “Breathtaking!” We are primed to have our breath taken away as we dig into Chef Wong’s ingenious inventions, which prove to the world that multiculturalism really is something worth celebrating!
About the Host:
Charles Wong
Chef/Owner
Inspired by his visit to Franklin BBQ in Austin, Texas, Chef Charles Wong started Umamicue in 2016. After a pandemic era stint as a private meal delivery service to survive the pandemic, it became a fixture at Split Milk in 2022.
The Lineup
Courses #1 - #4 will be served family style. Course #5 will be individually plated.
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Smoked Lamb Dumplings
black vinegar, chili oil, crispy shallot, cilantro
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Crispy Pork Belly Ssam
bibb lettuce, papaya salad
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Crispy Surf & Turf
smoked prime brisket egg roll, smoked blue crab rangoon, house sauce, house vietnamese pickles, sweet chili sauce
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Brisket Pho
sliced prime brisket, rice noodle, bean sprout, chili, lime
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Vietnamese Coffee Affogato
vanilla ice cream, vietnamese coffee, cassia cinnamon
Umamicue
2758 W Fullerton Ave
Chicago, IL 60647
Event FAQs
- Do I have to bring printed tickets to the event?
- No tickets are needed.
- What does the ticket price cover?
- The ticket price covers the full cost of the meal.
- Do guests need to be of a certain age to attend this event?
- Yes. All attendees must be 21+ to gain entry.
- Does this restaurant allow BYOB?
- No. This restaurant is a non-BYO establishment. Outside alcohol will not be permitted at this event.
- What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
- Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to support@tastingcollective.com.
- Can I bring guests who are not members to this event?
- Yep! Members are able to purchase up to 3 guest tickets to this event (based on availability). However, guest tickets are $20 more than member tickets ($85 + tax/tip), and guests will not be allowed entry to the event unless they're accompanied by a member.
- What must I bring to the event?
- Please make sure to bring a government-issued photo ID.
- Will this event be handicap acccessible?
- According to the restaurant, this event is handicap accessible. If applicable however, please email support@tastingcollective.com with your needs to ensure proper accommodations.
- What parking information has the restaurant provided for this event?
- According to the restaurant, there is nearby street parking available. Availability may be low however, so please plan accordingly.
- Which dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- The chef will be unable to accommodate attendees with dietary restrictions at this event. No substitutions or modifications to the menu will be available.
