Thai Square

★★★★☆ 3.6 (140)

"The food is generally good. $7.95 lunch specials and a relatively efficient jaunt down Oakton make this a dependable lunch option for me, closer and slightly cheaper than my other favorite.My preferred entrees are pad thai and ginger. Spicy basil is okay, but the ground chicken is not the greatest. In general, the vegetables seem to be pretty fresh in all of the dishes, which counts for a lot in my book.They include a few pieces of fresh fruit in the lunch special; that's a nice touch. Also, the portions are modest--you get enough but not too much."

Noodles Party

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (122)

"Yesssss! Albany Park restaurants continue to impress while being easy on the wallet!We weren't sure what we wanted, so we ordered through the Yelp app and got their most popular dishes-- the lumpia were delicious, crispy and flavorful, and their pho had this great basil floral-y / fresh undertone. We will definitely be ordering from here again and might just even venture out with the baby! Good portion sizes, strong flavors, fast service."

Hom Mali

★★★★☆ 4.3 (159) • $$

"Yes, YEs,YES!Amazing chicken pad Thai, baby egg rolls with sweet chili sauce and fully loaded crab rangoons!Solid meal on so many levels! Protein to noodles OR sides with sauce!Or ding soon again!"

Siam Noodle and Rice

★★★★☆ 4.3 (557)

"We came here on the suggestion of an acquaintance. It seems casual but can get full, so we made a reservation. They are BYOB NO charge! Excellent. We ate family style mostly (it was not my red meat day) and had potstickers, fried rice, and various other dishes (see below). They are very smart to have a menu with numbers next to the food so they don't have to hear people butcher the language. I enjoyed everything and took some stuff home. The tofu with greens and gravy was especially good, and it's hard to mess up egg rolls. The service was friendly and efficient, and even the owner/manager stopped by! I like when that happens, but my acquaintance is a long time customer so maybe that was why? It is not a big place but we had a decent crowd for a Tues/Wed. Either they were out of dessert or we just craved something else because we did not order any. Next time, something sweet is coming!"

PS Bangkok

★★★★☆ 3.9 (345)

"This place looks tiny and unassuming from the outside but so spacious and beautiful on the inside! Walking in felt like I was transported back into Asia. There isn't much customers eating inside the restaurant (I assume they get most of their orders online) which is a shame because the interior is beautiful and clean! We had Sue cook and serve us and she told us how PS Bangkok has been in business since 80s which is amazing, Their food was so delicious after all so it was no surprise. For appetizers we tried the chive dumplings and it was a delicious mix of sweet, umami, and tangy with a fabulous chewy texture. The pad see ew was amazing! (Chicken and beef) it was just a right amount of sweet and savory with lots of protein. I suggest you also try their Thai green river which was super yummy! It tastes like sweet pandan and super refreshing! I enjoyed my experience here. My friend told me how she thought the food was perfect and cannot wait to be regulars.Can't wait to come back! I'm"

NaKorn

★★★★☆ 4.4 (438) • $$

"Got to this place at lunch for Asian fusion. It's a tired cuisine concept for sure, but they do it good. NaKorn is one of the many places in Evanston to get this kind of stuff. Mostly it focuses on Thai such as noodles and stuff with coconut. The prices aren't bad for the usually great quality. At lunch things are a bit cheaper. It's the main reason we came at this time. There's also plenty of good vegan and vegetarian choices and lots of spicy stuff or whatever. It's about $12 for a cocktail. There's a good amount of Asian inspired ones. Among these is the Bangkok Mule. This was made with kaffir lime infused vodka. Crisp and refreshing. The food is kind of pricey, which is the only bad thing. It's about $16 for an entree. The vegetarian choices include the Crispy Rice With Iceberg Wedge. A lame name but it was good. This had chili lime dressing, ginger, peanuts, shallots, tofu noodles, and white jelly mushrooms. Had some good just slightly Americanized Thai food. It's pretty authentic to be honest. The lunch is a good time to come and try some of the recently brought back menu, which has plenty of options for meat eaters as well as vegans and vegetarians."

Cozy Noodles & Rice

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (509) • $

"Cozy up for Cozy's Noodle and Rice Such a delicious dinner here we have two appetizers, Crab Rangoon and Shumai along with two delicious entrees of Bamee Noodles & Crispy Pad Kee Mao! So yummy and delicious and overall this restaurant is such an experience! The service was vey kind!"

Vegan Plate

★★★★★ 4.6 (293) • $$

"Had some good stuff recently at this all vegan restaurant specializing in Thai and other Asian food. It looks like it may have been some dumpy Chinese restaurant at some other time, for sure it doesn't look like a hipster hangout. Vegan Plate has a pretty big menu for a small place like this. Get drinks such as smoothies and boba tea, all non dairy. The food has noodle and rice based entrees. A good thing is tofu isn't the only meat substitute, so it gives a chance to get something else plant based. It has pretend beef, chicken, and even fish. These are mostly based of soy, but these don't have the softness of tofu. Also there's non dairy drinks. It's about $4 for Milk Tea. This comes with boba for a little extra, and they put a lot of boba in this. It was boba in every sip pretty much. We liked this, but the food was the main thing. It's about $16 for the All Day Combo. This is a good way to get a few things. It comes with brown rice, house salad, and spring rolls. Then you choose the combo and protein to go with this. I got the Cashew Nut with the soy chicken. The soy chicken seemed like extra dried tofu that was then marinated in a sauce. Had a pretty light spiciness to it. There was a good a duet of vegetables including carrots and mushrooms. Good enough we have to try it some time again. It has a lot on the menu for a small place. This is on Fullerton near Ashland located close to a few other vegan places, but if you like Thai, you should try here though."

Siam Thai Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.5 (196)

Green Leaf Thai Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4 (182) • $$

"Delish food. Wish I got a photo of the crab Rangoon ! We ate it before I thought of that. Loved the pad Thai !"

Nine Thai Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.6 (147)

"Guess sixth time is the charm. In what had become an increasingly quixotic quest to dine here, we were frequently met by surprise closings and hours. Nine Thai may have gotten its name for how many times a potential customer has to come by before it's open. Lunch is the best time, as they have combos at a discount. The food is mostly basic Thai but there's some good surprises. After coming here a few times it was always closed, and we had to go to the other many Asian places around here. In Old Town there's plenty if these to choose from, but the good lunch specials here always were intriguing. They only have these on weekdays. It's about $10, and there's quite a few to choose from. These are a big time money saver over the regular lunch and dinner menus. I had the Pad Kee Mao. She had the Pad See Ew, and we got the same combination of sides. Each also has a protein choice. We got tofu. I liked mine a lot. This was flat rice noodles with basil, onions, and peppers. Good side items. There's a soup choice, and we got the Tom Yung. It had a kick. The other side item was vegetable pot stickers. Only a few, which was the only complaint about food. The good thing about that the rest of the food had a lot more. Biggest issue is the place being unorganized and the frequently incorrect hours. It's understandable. They are a family owned business, but it seems like they close up every few weeks."

BITES Asian Kitchen + Bar

★★★★☆ 4.2 (812) • $$

"LOVE. If I had to describe our experience in 1 word, it's love! We came by for an early dinner on Sunday and were immediately sat. The parking is paid metered parking, but there was plenty of it despite being in a busier area. The restaurant was decked out with colors, lights, palm trees and was truly an escape from Chicago. To start we had the Crying Tiger, and the Spicy Crab Rangoon. The Crying Tiger was full of flavor, and cooked to the perfect temp. The steak was delish with and without the dipping sauce, but to amplify the flavors... highly recommend dipping! The spicy crab Rangoon was a fun party of its own. The crunch from the wrap to the warm creamy crab filling, the spice wasn't too crazy with all the cream filling but with the sweet chili sauce it made for the perfect bites. We shared the lava roll, it reminded me of the viva Las Vegas roll from ra sushi, but this was filled with so much more. The crab meat on top had a nice kick to it. As if we weren't already full, we also ordered the general tso chicken sandwich, and the burger to try. Both of which were delish! The general tso was my pick between the two. The pineapple had a nice sweet and tangy flavor to each bite. For dessert, I wanted to try the Vietnamese tiramisu but they were sold out. All the more reason to come back again soon! The service was great, despite how busy they got the team really made each table feel special in their own way and were extremely attentive."

Arun's Thai Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (278) • $$$$

"Arun's has been around for a long time, and I was excited to finally check this place out!They offer a prix-fixe as well as an a la carte menu, including vegan options and a special takeout menu.We opted for the a la carte, so that we could pick-and-choose and obtain a variety. We started off with:+Crab Eggrolls - filled with blue crab meat, glass noodles, and shredded carrots and cabbage; served with a sweet and sour sauce; these were not that great, and were a forgettable app+Crab Rangoon - filled with blue crab meat, cream cheese, celery, and water chestnuts; served with a sweet and sour sauce; this had a generous amount of crab in them, so it was a pleasant surprise; however, the filling itself just didn't taste good and probably not for those who are 'purists' with crab rangoons+Fried Tofu - golden-fried organic tofu with a sweet and sour sauce; the tofu seemed to have been overfried, as the skin was just too tough and difficult to chewFor our entrees, we tried:+Phad See Ewe - wok-tossed wide noodles with Chinese broccoli and a house savory soy sauce; you can opt for organic chicken, beef, or jumbo shrimp, and we opted for beef; we were extremely disappointed, as the menu clearly states that Chinese broccoli was used, but it was not+Phad Thai - rice noodles with egg, bean sprouts, garlic chives, tofu bits, and shallots, wrapped in an egg omelet sheet; you can opt for organic chicken, jumbo shrimp, or add a grilled Alaskan king crab leg; we opted for the king crab, and there was a cracked portion of the leg, situated on top of the noodles; the noodles were a little dry and probably needed more sauce+Eggplant Basil - stir-fried eggplant with crushed garlic, cilantro, chili, Thai basil, and fermented soybeans; you can opt to add tofu, veggies, organic chicken, shrimp, or beef; we didn't go for any of the protein; this dish was okay, as the eggplant could have been more crispy, as they were more on the soggy category+Roasted Duck Red Curry - red curry with roasted duck, pineapple, sweet basil, kaffir-lime leaves, and cherry tomatoes; note that this is more on the sweeter side; the duck didn't seem to be prepared or cooked well and was unenjoyable+Massuman Curry - beef curry with sweet onions and potatoes, served with jasmine rice; we weren't fans of the beef in there+and, Shoo Shee Salmon - grilled salmon in a coconut-curry sauce, prepared with kaffir limes, sweet basil leaves, and young peppercorns; served with jasmine rice; the salmon was a little overcooked, and the curry itself was thin in consistencyOverall, we left disappointed, considering how long this restaurant has been around, we maybe had higher expectations?Service was fine. The interior of the place is a similar set up as other Thai restaurants, but slightly with an upscale vibe.Street parking can be found in the area.+inaccurate dish descriptions+okay service+street parking available"

Joy's Noodles & Rice

★★★★☆ 3.8 (996)

"Good Thai. Decent baby enrolls and fantastic iced coffee for dessert. Service was better from the male servers, which seems to be the pattern lately, since I've started emulating the TikTok Bold Glamour filter, haha."

Thai Bowl

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (421)

"This was my first time visiting/ trying this place as a carry out order. When I visited the restaurant the entrance door was blocked off and you were unable to even enter the restaurant (not sure what that was about); however, the Pad Thai was pretty good and definitely was a nice portion for the price."

Dao Thai

★★★☆☆ 3 (741) • $$

"Ordered online takeout through their website for lunch rush. Seemed like a family AAPI run business with some regulars. The wait staff and manager were friendly even though I had to wait longer than my expected time. It seemed like they work with a few delivery services so there were a few orders already out when I arrived. Curry fried rice was solid. Pad see ew was also solid. Chicken was the standard protein without an up charge for most entrees I clicked on. Both boxes were quite filled which was nice to see. Both were on the pricier side but I think it is on par with the prices for lunch in the area. Would have been cool to eat inside if we had time. They had some soft lighting and velveted seats and cultural decor."

Jaded Thai

★★★★☆ 4 (204) • $$

"My neighbors told me this place has recently changed owners so they highly recommended it. We got takeout from here and everything was delicious. I had the pad Thai - so yummy. My husband had a beef dish with tons of veggies and wide noodles. The spring rolls were also good. I heard they have the best fried rice so we will try that next time. Definitely ordering this again!"

Yummy Bowl

★★★★☆ 3.8 (133) • $$

"Good place for Thai and Asian. It's all in the name. Yummy Bowl is good but not great but it's more affordable than most places in Highland Park though. Come for lunch to get a deal. They have a lot of vegetarian friendly options to choose from. At lunch on a weekday is the best time to come. It has the best prices. They have a lot of lunch specials. It's about $10 each. The portions have gotten smaller though. I had the Thai Cashew. This comes with a choice of protein, and I got tofu. She got the Pad Thai, which looked basic. The food had a good spice but not much else flavor to be honest. For sure it's one of the more affordable places around here to eat. It also means it's not one of the better places as far as food. They have some choices such as choosing the protein of tofu in items that can be made for vegans and vegetarians."

Harmony Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (180) • $$

"Harmony Sushi Restaurant offers a serene escape into the world of traditional Asian dining, where tranquility meets exceptional cuisine. From the moment you step inside, the peaceful ambiance envelopes you, transporting you to a realm of calmness and relaxation. The decor exudes the quiet elegance of traditional Asian restaurants, setting the stage for a memorable dining experience. But it's not just the ambiance that sets Harmony apart; it's the food that truly steals the spotlight. Each dish is crafted with precision and care, resulting in an explosion of flavors that delight the senses. To start off, the Crab Rangoon is a must-try. These crispy, creamy delights are simply out of this world, leaving your taste buds craving for more with every bite. The perfect combination of crunch and richness makes it a delightful appetizer choice. Moving on to the Avocado Rolls, they are a testament to Harmony's dedication to quality ingredients and expert craftsmanship. Each roll is a symphony of flavors, with the creamy avocado complementing the freshness of the other ingredients perfectly. However, the star of the show undoubtedly is the Mongolian Beef. Bursting with flavor, each bite of this dish is a journey through layers of umami goodness. The tender beef, paired with the rich sauce, creates a culinary masterpiece that leaves a lasting impression. Harmony Sushi Restaurant offers not just a meal, but an experience. With its tranquil ambiance and outstanding cuisine, it's the perfect destination for anyone seeking a moment of serenity and culinary delight."

Thai House Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (234) • $$

"Got the pad Thai lunch special. Tofu and a side of crab rangoons. Really tasty pad Thai, very flavorful. Would go back!"

Thai Thai

★★★★☆ 3.5 (163) • $

Ruby Of Siam

★★★★☆ 3.6 (155) • $$

Jin Thai

★★★★☆ 4.1 (277) • $$

"My bud and I recently enjoyed the lunch specials at Jin Thai. You get an appetizer, soup and main course for about $13, and there may be slight upcharges depending on the dish and the type of protein. The lunch specials are served Monday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM, and they are a good way to try a couple of items.Our soup of the day was chicken and rice, and we slurped down our hearty cups of soup on this chilly afternoon. I chose the spring roll as my appetizer, filled or topped with tofu, cucumber, bean sprouts, egg, carrot, and plum sauce. My bud went with the crispy egg roll. My main course was the kee mow noodles with chicken, broccoli, green beans, tomato, bean sprouts. This can be a spicy dish, so I asked for medium level of spiciness, and I'd say the level was more on the mild side. Everything I tried tasted fresh, and the vegetables had a nice crisp texture. My bud enjoyed his cashew chicken, which came with white rice. Service was prompt and pleasant, and our water glasses were filled without asking. There are sooooooo many restaurants in Chicago as we all know, but if in the area I would not mind trying Jin Thai again."

Siam siam

★★★★☆ 3.6 (157) • $$

"This has been our go-to Thai food place for as long as we could remember. Family owned, but well kept for decades. They have the best pad thai in my opinion, Pad Thai-- not too intense on the sour flavor, it's more sweet tomato-like, but also very nutty but not overpowering. I've had both chicken and tofu, i think I'm more in a tofu phase now. They give generous amount. I also love they they put fresh mung bean sprout for the crunch and refreshing feel.Pad kee mao (Drunken Noodle)-- this is one of our go-to dish anywhere thai. Typically good Thai places make this dish super spicy, so we preemptively requested mild. This was also very flavorful and not too spicy. I like they they leave the tomato in bigger chunks so it doesn't disintegrate. we have had chicken and beef, I think I prefer beef. Chicken typically went well with pad Thai. Lad nar-- we have always gotten beef with this one, and this is one of the few non-spicy ones our kids can eat. We love how well the wide rice noodles taste against the sweet sauce. The rice noodles is cooked slightly crispy so when it is soaked in the sauce it doesn't fall apart.Fish cake-- we have been pretty addicted to the fish cakes here, it's super flavorful, according my daughter it's like sweet and sour (from the dipping sauce which has fresh cucumber cuts) and savory and spicy all in one. Siam siam offers really high quality and good quantity of food. Overall I think it's of really good value. Bonus is that it opens on Sunday which is when many Asian restaurants are closed."

Zoku Sushi

★★★★☆ 3.8 (223) • $$

"A business that provides me sushi at a late hour can do no wrong in my mind! And there's the added bonus of it being BYOB.This is a small quaint establishment, with a handful of tables. The sushi was very good, and all the appetizers we got were too! I would probably skip the sashimi next time. Pro tip: they have free crab Rangoons with your order if you dine in and show them the coupon from their website.The service/kitchen is a bit on the slow side, so come here if you are wanting a leisurely meal."

Penang Malaysian Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.7 (427) • $$

"You know, I miss the flavor of M'asian/S'porean/Indonesian food. Having moved to Illinois recently from SoCal, we'd long patronized the Belacan Grill in Tustin- whose authenticity could never, ever be questioned. We wanted to see if Penang would offer a level of authenticity that would entice us to come back for more - it did, and we will. Ambience- we arrived on a cold Saturday morning, and were quickly seated. Not too busy at all. We ordered M'asian Kopi (coffee w/sweetened condensed milk) and quickly deemed it "authentic"! Score the first point! Second- the menu had Roti Canai and Paratha - now this is key. You get this right, you can win over my heart (not joking!). The Roti and extra Paratha came quickly, and the flavor of the chicken curry that accompanied it was just good enough to qualify as "as close to authentic as I can hope for in Illinois" - and that's not a bad thing - at all! We then ordered Mee Goreng as our "go to" entree - now when it arrived, we loved the look - the texture - the flavor was almost all right, but it was (sad to say) far too sweet. That said? We enjoyed it and would return! Our only true critique was that the price was SO high for what you get. Maybe we were spoiled in SoCal, but somehow I don't think the OC is that cheap - and Penang's definitely pricier. But that won't stop us - we'll be back for sure! Check it out for a decent take on M'asian food- we did, and we liked it."

Thai Inbox

★★★★☆ 4.1 (167) • $$

"I'm trying to save half my meal for tomorrow, but I keep on wanting just one more bite...it's so good!I must also comment on their consistency. My wife and I have been ordering from here for ten years, have had several different dishes, and not once have we ever been disappointed. The quality is there, every single time! And to me, that's the mark of an excellent restaurant. Unfortunately it's a bit of a drive, but no other Thai place (Or most other places, the food is generally awful where I live) around me delivers this kind of quality. At least Wilmette is a nice place to drive through."

Double Thai - Comfort Rice and Noodles

★★★★☆ 3.6 (31)

"Another one of these small casual Asian places has not too bad prices for around here. Double Thai is by no means authentic, but don't crap on it. Instead, eat it and then crap lol. For real it's really not bad. This is a terrific option for those not used to authentic Thai cuisine and looking for something more palatable to boring American style tastes. For being casual and fast, it does seem the food is better than expected. It has a nice amount of spices and isn't bland like everything comes frozen. There's actual freshness of the vegetables. It's of course not authentic. Sure the spice can be increased. Get one of the curries. The one I like is the Kick N Panang. It's about $10 for a bowl. This is vegan friendly with a Thai cashew curry, rice, and vegetables. Add tofu for about a buck more. Seems like a good amount of stuff. Maybe this could be spicier but it's not bad. They pack in a lot. Have to say it's better than it looks upon entering. It seems like it may be just another make your own bowl type of place. There's actually freshness and quality."

Late Night Thai & Sushi

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (126)

"Forget about the name of this place because you can get sushi for lunch and evenings. It's also not open particularly late, so that adds even more confusion to it. Late Night Thai & Sushi may not be accurate in sense of time, but it does have pretty good Asian cuisine though. Average prices for pretty good sized rolls, and there's a lot to choose from. They also have Thai but I haven't tried any yet. Came here for pickup at lunch. It still has a closed dining room. They let you in just enough to place your order, and then you can come back later or sit and wait. Basically sushi is the better menu. It's about $6 for a roll. Got a few of the vegetarian ones. The Avocado Roll was creamy and my favorite of these. Also there's the Oshinko Roll, which is made with a kind of radish. This was pickled, so it was salty and soft. Good place for both sushi and Thai cuisine. It's not like it's open way late but it's good for some late night drunk eats. The prices are pretty good on rolls and whatever."

Cafe Hoang

★★★★☆ 3.9 (211) • $$

"If you're looking for likely the *best* Bun Bo Hue in Chicago, look no further than Cafe Hoang! Located on Argyle where there is a plethora of Vietnamese restaurants and markets, this place seals the deal if you are looking particularly for that dish. They make it just the right amount of spicy, and the service was quick (not very talkative though).The restaurant itself is very outdated, but that's typical for these type of places on Argyle I feel like. Lastly, and a huge plus, I'd like to call out that they are BYOB! I'll be sure to come back here with a 6 pack of beer in the future!"

Hello Thai

★★★★☆ 4.3 (36)

"I ordered the papaya salad, shrimp tom yum soup, and the beef pad see ew. Since I ordered over $18, I got a free order of crab rangoon. The online ordering system was easy to use and my food was ready fast.The crab rangoon was crispy and had a lot of cream cheese, but no surimi at all, which was kind of expected since this came free with my order. The papaya salad was delicious, fresh, and had a kick to it. The crab rangoon and the salad paired well together. The shrimp tom yum soup came with 3 shrimp, which I thought was great with the straw mushrooms! The flavor of the soup was on point. Lastly, the beef pad see ew was tasty but I wish they had more greens/broccoli, or any veg in there. I asked for hot sauce on the side and they gave me plenty. I noticed that they have a few tables in there so you can dine-in, if you choose."

Thai Spoon & Sushi

★★★★☆ 3.8 (334) • $$

"Absolutely amazing food!! Great portions and cheap pricing. Might be my fav casual Thai place. This is an absolute GEM and everyone needs to try it! Service is also quick!"

Hands On - Addison St.

★★★★☆ 4 (478) • $$

"Their sushi is great, especially their dish, "The Gangster," which comes with a large array of sushi. The service is pretty fast for such a small place, and it maintains a very calming atmosphere. I'm definitely coming back."

Jieyi Sushi

★★★★☆ 4 (207) • $$

"More than just sushi, has a plethora of Chinese food as well! Got dinner here on our way to the barcade down the street. Though it has a lot to cover on the menu, our foods were better than we expected. Cocktails are a skip since they seemed a bit heavy on the artificial sugars. Takeout orders were flying off the rails while we ate so it must be popular with the locals!"

Beyond Thai

★★★★☆ 3.7 (284) • $

"Multiple visits which include both dine-in and takeout warrant a review. I'm pleased there is a solid Thai joint that checks off all my boxes. They are close by, delicious and affordable. My recent visit was this weekend where I treated my parents out to lunch because I want them to try things out of their norm.They loved the food especially the Basil eggplant and the Tofu and Chicken Pad-See-Ew. The Tom Kha soup was new for all of us and had interesting flavor. I like that this location unlike other Thai places offers Moo Ping too which I love. The service was courteous and swift and if you can time it right, parking is available in their lot. Otherwise you'll have to resort to the streets for carryout and dine in."