The 14 top-rated fried rice in Near North Side, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is everything fried rice at Shang Noodle Chicago Streeterville (215 E Grand Ave), with a flavor score of 86 out of 100 from 10 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
Best Fried Rice across Chicago→Everything fried rice is packed with large shrimp, chicken, and beef, seasoned perfectly, and offers generous portions for leftovers.
Lobster fried rice is praised for its bold flavors and generous lobster chunks, often paired well with other dishes.
Triple pork fried rice is praised for its rich flavor and generous portion, though some found it overpriced and not exceptional.
Chicken fried rice is praised for its generous portion and fresh chicken, but many found it bland and underseasoned.
Fried rice is praised for its generous toppings and smoky flavor, but some found it bland or overly salty.
Fried rice is generally well-received for its flavors and portion size, though some found it lacking in seasoning or consistency.
You can crown one per category, so choose wisely.