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Big Bowl - Schaumburg, Schaumburg, IL

Big Bowl - Schaumburg

4.5
4.5
2845 Reviews
$30 and under
Chinese
1950 E. Higgins Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
Using the freshest and highest quality ingredients and starting from
scratch are the only ways to authentically prepare Asian cuisine.
At Big Bowl, we make our own curries and roast our own chilies
and spices, which are ground daily to prepare a variety of our
signature dishes. Our menu features Chinese favorites like Kung
Pao Chicken, Prime Beef & Broccoli, Sweet & Sour Pineapple
Shrimp, along with Thai specialties like Panang Curry Chicken, Vegetable & Tofu Pad
Thai and Red Hot Pepper Chicken Noodles. Whether its sweet or
spicy, rice or noodles, Chinese or Thai that you are craving, our
menu has it all.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Chinese, Thai
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Raul Gutierrez
  • Catering
    We offer our Group Share Menu to go and party platters for carry-out and delivery! Please call a manager and they will be happy to assist!
  • Private party facilities
    Big Bowl is the perfect venue to host a social or business event. For availability and menu options, please call Laura or Grace at 312-589-7001 or via email at bigbowlparties@leye.com.
  • Private party contact
    Laura Nessel & Grace Terzakis: (888) 309-8408
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Schaumburg
  • Cross street
    Hwy 53/290 and Higgins
  • Parking details
    Free Parking is available immediately around the building, or in the parking garage to the west of the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    Schaumburg Pace station 1/4 mile north west of the restaurant. Trolley service to/from Woodfield Mall available.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 2,845 people are saying

Big Bowl - Schaumburg reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Chinese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Big Bowl in Schaumburg offers "delicious food and excellent service," with standout servers like Zach and Niomi enhancing the dining experience. Guests praise the "variety of food options" and the ability to "create your own stir fry." While the atmosphere is lively, some find seating tight. Overall, a "wonderful experience."

2,845 Reviews
  1. Martin

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first time but my family has been there before. It was a great experience. Plenty of variety of food options. Our server was very helpful and attentive to our needs. Food was excellent. Will definitely return.

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  2. debbie VIP

    Chicago69 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Outstanding server !! Explained the menu to all of us as several of us had never been there before. The 4 of us made different choices off the lunch menu. The food was delicious and prepared perfectly!

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  3. Kushal VIP

    Raleigh25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food but rude server. This is not the first time we found the server to be rude here. Not sure what's their problem

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  4. Hung VIP

    Las Vegas8 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was really good but the service there was nowhere to be found

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  5. Emilie

    Chicago21 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Lively atmosphere. Definitely prepare for tight seating (tables kind of squished near each other). We had a booth, which was appreciated. Our server was pleasant, but not overly attentive. It took her awhile to even stop by once we were seated, and when she came by to say hello and take a drink order, we were already ready to order all of our food. Potstickers were a little dry tonight as we always order these because we love them. Food was tasty as usual but beware of hotness level as you can be taken by surprise! Wish they carried root beer - even bottled would be nice!

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  6. Lisa

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was fantastic! Food excellent as always

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  7. Ray VIP

    Chicago9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our 1st time to eat at Big Bowl Tried 2 new appetizers & delicious - Lucy, our server was knowledgeable & helpful & friendly Our meals were very good, too

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  8. Mary Hedblom

    Chicago11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, a great meal, good wine choices. All the veggies are wonderful and the sauces excellent....and they let you mix the sauces for their excellent stir fry!

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  9. Jessica VIP

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent. Server was great, very kind and attentive. I forgot this restaurant was located where it was. We will definitely be going back more frequently

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  10. Mary

    Chicago13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Sat in 3 person table pushed into a corner near the bar. Wait staff and guests kept running into me and my chair due to the configuration of the tables. Table was very small for 3. Food was good. Salmon was overcooked.

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FAQs

Big Bowl - Schaumburg offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 517-8881.

Big Bowl - Schaumburg is rated 4.5 stars by 2845 OpenTable diners.

Big Bowl - Schaumburg does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Northwest Suburbs
  5. Schaumburg

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
Google Map for Big Bowl - Schaumburg

1950 E. Higgins Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Hwy 53/290 and Higgins
  • Neighborhood
    Schaumburg
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Chinese, Thai
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free Parking is available immediately around the building, or in the parking garage to the west of the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    Schaumburg Pace station 1/4 mile north west of the restaurant. Trolley service to/from Woodfield Mall available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Raul Gutierrez
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We offer our Group Share Menu to go and party platters for carry-out and delivery! Please call a manager and they will be happy to assist!
  • Private party facilities
    Big Bowl is the perfect venue to host a social or business event. For availability and menu options, please call Laura or Grace at 312-589-7001 or via email at bigbowlparties@leye.com.
  • Private party contact
    Laura Nessel & Grace Terzakis: (888) 309-8408
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