Charcoal-Grilled Fish
Wild-caught tilapia served in a hot chili broth.
Charcoal Grilled Whole Fish is MCCB Chicago's signature offering, featuring wild-caught tilapia cooked over charcoal and served in hot chili broth. The Chicago restaurant, also known as Modern Chinese Cook Book, serves Sichuan and Canton-style cuisine with traditional and creative dishes. Its menu includes Iron Basket Chili Prawn, Kung Pao Chicken, Mapo Tofu, Icy Okra, and flavored shrimp dishes. Guests can add meat or vegetables to the fish broth. MCCB was founded by four food enthusiasts with more than ten years in the Chinese food industry. The restaurant also offers reservations, gift cards, online ordering, and event participation. It is open Wednesday through Monday from noon to 9 p.m. and closed Tuesdays.
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From www.mccbchicago.com, checked 22 Oct 2026. Only what the business states on its own website.
Wild-caught tilapia served in a hot chili broth.
Traditional and creative Sichuan dishes are available.
The menu includes Canton-style Chinese selections.
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