Joy's Noodle & Rice, Lakeview

A reliable and affordable, if not especially atmospheric, spot along Broadway for tasty Asian food, Joy's Noodles & Rice (3257 N. Broadway St., 773-327-8330) serves up an impressive roster of mostly Thai and Chinese favorites: spring rolls with tamarind sauce, chicken satay, fried shrimp wontons, coconut curries, cashew chicken, barbecue pork and rice, and so on. Perfect when you're looking to fill up fast and cheaply (for similarly affordable food in the neighborhood, check out Melrose Restaurant and Ann Sather Cafe).