so i don't know if locals love it... yet. every time i have been here, it hasn't been crowded. granted, i try to go in the middle of the day to avoid crowds. like minghin, this isn't a cart table-hopping party, but man, is their fresh dim sum good!
it's definitely one of the more authentic Chinese meals i've had since moving to Chicago. their flavors are on-point, though I have to say the servers aren't my favorite. look past the spotty and sometimes rude service, and you're in for a great culinary treat!
try some of their noodle dishes and fresh seafood off the a la carte menu -- while dim sum is my favorite, the noodles & seafood are awesome!