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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 ต.ค. 2022
- Henry Cai, the owner of 3 Little Pigs Chi in Chicago, has no signs, no sit-down, and takes orders over Instagram DMs for his BBQ Chinese and fried chicken.
He preps his meals in a 200-square-foot shared kitchen, yet has people traveling for hours out of state to get a taste of his menu.
Cai tells MUNCHIES how he learned to cook without any restaurant experience, how he views success, and how he plans to evolve Chinese American food.
Although Cai may attribute his business as an "accidental success," it's clear that people on social media and writing blogs will say differently. We can confirm his salt and pepper chicken sandwich, 3LP fried rice, and smoked BBQ pork aren't being sought after by chance.
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Used to work with this guy. One of the most genuine people you'd meet who is not afraid to say it how it is. It's rare to meet someone who is so unashamedly themself. Big respect. Keep killing it, Henry, You deserve all the success and hype.
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Damn, that's cool. Thanks for sharing :)
You can feel that about him. His genuine spirit comes through the screen. Just real with you no matter what.
No one cares
@@illesttrickshotter obviously you did since you commented
Never forget the first time we ordered 3 Little Pigs, I off handedly mentioned that it was my birthday, Henry ran back and bought out some free extra goodies. Seriously one of the most generous dudes! We love ya Henry!
Happy bday!
We have a place called little pigs in Asheville NC and it's the best in the world I tell you
To anyone wondering, Henry got his restaurant and it'll be opening February 10th! So happy for him. Keep supporting local business everyone.
I was wondering. thanks for the update.
Name of it???
*I'm excited to find out where the new location will be. This video got me hyped.*
This guy is so awesome, love when chefs are personable and want to be a part of the community and show love to their customers, wishing him all the success in the world!
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Unlike that pink sauce lady
3 little pigs chi catered my wedding and the food really is amazing. We’re saving the brown bag with the personalized note forever
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Wow, that's amazing! Thanks for sharing, and I am glad you've saved the bag haha
That’s so awesome
If I lived in Chicago or, frankly, anywhere in Chicagoland, I would be ordering food from this guy. Not only does the food that he's making look delicious but it strikes a chord with me. It looks Cantonese and Chinese-American all rolled into one. Plus, I'd want to support a guy with his story. When he said he's carrying on his dad's legacy with his char siu marinade, that was a powerful moment. I can only wish Chef Henry the best.
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Agreed, his desire for his father to live on though his food was really touching.
WHAT?! He said he never work in a restaurant before! Wow! For someone who never work in a restaurant but he really got the skills as if he had lots of experiences. I wish him great success.
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@@SitaraYasmeenBrother 👍
All it takes is passion, dedication and technique. Honestly, culinary school and work experience are very important but aren't 100% a must.
@@FactStorm yes u are so right. thank u for the encouragement.
Anybody can be a great cook. You don't need restaurant experience to put out great food. Would it help with the logistics of running a business? Absolutely, but at the end of the day, if the food is great, people will pay to have it.
He's trying to run his restaurant like an old school grocer, it's a more personable interaction. I respect that.
this man is so humble, he even said "i am very proud of what WE have done up till now". Yall gotta give the asian americans a chance, lots of special creative people out there!
Generational cooking techniques are disappearing much respect for this man for taking the torch from his father.
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This man exudes everything wholesome that people have lost. You don’t get this kind of love and amazing relationship between mom and pop shops anymore. I love this content.
These are the people keeping Chicago alive. Humboldt park has changed over the years but one thing I know from traveling to different places is Chicago has some of the best food. It makes me want to move back.
I love the whole word of mouth thing. That’s how you know people really like your food, they go out their way to find you and support what you’re doing.
This guy is literally the definition of the American Dream and then some, hope to see his success grow!!!
He seems like such a nice, cool guy. I love that it is about the food and sharing it since he doesn't care if people pay later. He just cares that the people get their food. I really liked this story.
A lot of these features show how humble and close to their food the best chefs are, but for him it's on a whole different level, and it's so clear the love is there. This place is like. Perfect 5 star on Google with hundreds of reviews.
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I wish we had chefs like him in Canada
That extra effort to know your customer is a key component to a successful business. I wish him further success in his venture.
This is why I LOVE CHICAGO!!!! ♥♥♥In my opinion the food scene is amazing, and then you get little gems like this that pop up. Can't wait till I return. I will definitely be trying this spot!!!
What other places would you recommend?
@@miketyler677 the pasta bowl has the best pasta I. The world
Living in the Midwest I gotta check him out he seems so genuine and very passionate love it
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Cy and y have found zero cost in
Wrong and that funny
I hope this goes viral. I want people to see this man
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It starts with us liking and sharing this video :)
NOT a single business owner has EVER tried to make "healthy" Chinese food because most asian food (especially Indian) is pure trash. it will give you a potbelly in a week. that is such an untapped market. I used to eat Chinese food at a friend's house in 1996 and 1997. it was very light clean healthy. they were all slim too. just bring it to market. this is all grease.
I’m definitely pulling up when I visit Chicago. Rare energy from the chef.
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Same here
I grew up in the restaurant business. I was a 3rd generation chef/owner until I retired. This gentleman is what my grandfather, father and I harp to young cooks all the time. It’s about passion, hard work. All the training and accolades will never out hustle hard work and passion.
NO CULINARY EXPERIENCE! biggest take away of this video, you can achieve whatever you put your mind to. super proud of this dude.💯
He gets it. Most important thing for him his to be able to stand behind his food and make a difference in the connections he makes every day.
I am Chinese Cantonese immigrant. I have not tried your food yet but I am touched by your story.
His food is absolutely delicious and the char siu is honestly the best I’ve ever had. Glad to see him getting the recognition he deserves!!!
Henry got me wanting to plan a weekend trip to Chicago.
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I’m over hour away in Rockford and definitely making the trip 🤤
lol shit his spots like 20-25 minutes from me
Love his story and mom and pop spots. Much respect.
This!!! We need more “hole in the wall” restaurants that serve delicious food so that we can support them! I’m from Chicago, and I’ll try this place next weekend!!!
There's no place like Chicago and all the food here is amazing, we are blessed to have everything from a to z, thanks for blessing us Henry!
Agreed. People can get authentic cuisine from almost every culture.
Just carry a piece when you go out to eat, and don't make eye contact with anyone and you're good to go.....
Yes, I live in Nashville now ..I can't find any good Chinese food!!
"I don't want to say that I am successful, but that I'm proud of what I've done and where I'm today"
😭😭😭 This man is so wholesome!
Just by his personality you can tell his food is delicious!!!❤
wishing you nothing but success, happiness, and good health Henry. keep going, one day you'll make it big and have a chain of restaurants!
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Chains are the death of amazing food, let’s not wish something terrible like that
This looks way too delicious.
This man is way too humble for what he's achieved, Amazing guy!
His way of serving food reminds me of my grandmother in Mexico, everyone ate weather you were homeless or Rich. keep up the good work.
It is so rare to find someone who never had to go to culinary school and still makes it to the top all from the experience cooking from their crib
culinary school is a sham.
Go to food hawker place in singapre no one there go to culinary school.
F 🕉 is the only way
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He seems like he has a really good vibe and spirit!
Big ups to this guy! I love how much love he puts into everything! AMAZING
So genuine and inspirational. Even if he goes no further, he is a tremendous success.
Wow - we have all kinds of Chinese food in my city, but I really would love to have Henry's close to me! He's the real deal! His heart is big and generous and that makes food taste wonderful!
People like this, are why I travel far for a meal. Keep pushing Henry!
Best thing about the internet: if you're good people will find you, if you're not you can't hide. He's a creative craftsman and gets my respect.
Congrats on all your success so far. Stay humble my dude. I’ll always remember buying cha siu from you out of your car and look at where you are now. Awesome!
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When he talks about his dad’s connection with food and legacy is so awesome, man.
That's awesome! He seems genuine and kind-hearted and that food looks amazing--love the message he's putting forth through his food :)
He’s lucky he’s not in Los Angeles. (Because if he was I’d be camping outside the door!!)
Absolutely dying to try some Three Pigs now
Henry's mission is admirable. I love it
This Chinese restaurant is really one of the best restaurants in the Chicago city.Definitely worth going restaurant.
Just cause I’m from Chicago I have to try
Same. Let's go!
Next time I am in Chicago, I will definitely try this place. Looks amazing.
this is an AWESOME story!!!! Congrats to this gentleman! He deserves alllllll the good stuff coming his way!!!!!
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I’m rooting for you man, seems like a down to earth guy. Much success to you 🤙🏽
Love his style. The way he deals with his customers is top tier
I love my City
this is awesome. keep staying real and authentic and business will continue to boom. great stuff
What an inspiration... The love for food and humans is unparalled😘👍
I’m 100% gonna order some food from this dude. I watch a ton of amazing food videos on TH-cam, but this guy is such a good dude that I just gotta try it out & support the movement
We’re in Chicago! Definitely paying a visit soon!
So talented so humble
Order here all the time. It slaps.
Grabbed food from Henry during the early days, we met up in a parking lot, gotta go check out the shop, super friendly and nice.
What a story bro, wow. All damm hard work and customer first mindset at its best! I hope someone invests a billion dollars on this man and his attitude.
If I had a million dollars I would give it to this man.
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Man your story is awesome and I know you are a humble man. Stranger from alabama hoping the best for you sir! Well done man!
Keep grinding man! Always love supporting Asian businesses!
Thank you munchies. This content is second to none. Thank you thank you thank you. Really making me think about my life and goals. Much love from Cali xoxoxo
I left HP about 20 yrs ago.
This gives me a reason to go back at least for a visit.
This guy here is a gem of a person!
Live in suburbs, and def making a trip to try this place! And what an inspiration his story is - Wishing him nothing but success.
Wow! I'm super impressed with his customer service!
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What a humble man and story. Thank you for sharing his story with us, Munchies!
I’m happy this came up in my feed! I’ve never heard of this spot. Can’t wait to check this out this weekend. 😊
Henryyyy!!!! So happy for you!!! Congratulations!!
Love These Story's ❤️
Genius! So true about people wanting a personalized anything and want their name written down. Love this
Such a humble down to earth guy, wishing you all the success and happiness in the world, add oil!
I used to ball with him back in the day. Glad he's doing awesome. Keep it up dude.
Nothing but respect my guy!! Keep on grinding!! I'm an immigrant myself and know the struggle and all I can say is keep it up dude!!
I met Henry while playing Pokémon Go. Now he’s doing an amazing work serving Chicago with his amazing food.
Can't wait to go and try it!! Looks delicious!!!!!!!!!
Smart man. Secret to success is to build relationships w/your customers and keep humble.
I remember watching this a year ago and it motivated me to start a pop-up Chinese restaurant in Kyoto, Japan. Big thanks!
humble chef... what a great thing he has going
Proud of you Henry!
Keep cooking and may your business grow. All that food looks awesome.
I like this guy, simple and real
Looks yum!! hope you get to expand.
A long way since the college days Henry . Congrats bro!!
"Liking" this is not enough....LOVE this!!!
Ayee I’m proud of your Henry! Glad to see Chicago on the map!
People like Henry are what makes America great! We are forever a better nation because of Henry and his family.
His story is so dope!!! This is how you get it from the mud! The chef life truly chose him.
I love Henry! Most humble chef man I know! Guy is a 🐐
Very inspiring man! God bless!
this is so awesome. this guys reminds me of why i love cooking, and got into this industry.
If I lived in Chicago I would definitely be eating 3 Little Pigs, so I will have to wait until my next visit there. I will not forget!
Seeing this video profile of this Chicago chef is the reason I'm subscribing to your TH-cam channel. Keep up the good work. This is why I come to TH-cam. Excellent review and profile! Will definitely seek him out when I'm back in the Chi.
Awesome definitely trying When in Chicago ASAP
I get bored sometimes during the week. Looks like I'll be taking a trip to Chicago for some 3 little pigs!
Food looks amazing would love to try it. Blessings from Australia