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    Dena Kitchen

    4.1 (197 reviews)
    InexpensiveThai
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Dena Kitchen - 06. Crab Rangoon - Thai Near Me - Chicago, Illinois
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    DENA KITCHEN ATMOSPHERE

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    Quiet
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    08. Sweet and Sour Chicken
    Thu P.

    Honestly better than I expected! We were walking past this and wanted to try out some thai food. It was very authentic and the menu had a good variety of food. Thai tea was really good and not just from the bottle. It was empty when we went and our food came out quick. There was a credit card fee of 3.75% so they recommend you pay cash. I got the pad see ew and I wish it was just spicy. They had nice lullaby music. Overall, good experience to try!

    08. Vietnamese Spring Rolls
    Keri S.

    This weekend, I traveled to Chicago with a few friends to attend a music festival, so I wasn't able to explore the Chicago food scene as thoroughly as I would have liked. We were able to make some last-minute lunch plans at Dena's Kitchen yesterday, however. When we arrived, one of the restaurant's employees greeted us warmly. He gave us time to peruse the menu and relax before we placed our orders. For starters, we got crab Rangoons and Vietnamese spring rolls. Then I got a Thai iced coffee and chicken panang curry for my meal. The lunch arrived promptly and was generously portioned. Everything was great, and we departed with a few leftovers and happy faces.

    Sweet & sour chicken, crab rangoon & chicken wing
    Joneice B.

    Food was good. Service was great. We ordered through Yelp/Grub Hub application. Husband really enjoyed sweet & sour chicken. I had pad see wee which was just okay. We also got crab rangoons and chicken wings. Overall a 3.5 but them wings were a solid 5 for me. I would come back for wings. No for me on Pad See Wee again but Sweet & Sour Chicken was tasty.

    01. Pad Thai
    Vivian L.

    What a great hole-in-the-wall!!! Stumbled upon it while walking to a different dine-in spot and was craving Thai food more. I'm so glad we found this place! The food was amazing and freshly prepared. The ton yum soup was so refreshing and the pad Thai had thin noodles inside of the thicker ones I was used to BUT needless to say the flavor was there and delicious. Our server was very nice and welcoming. Was very shocked how empty the place was but lots of pick up orders. Highly recommend dining in though!!

    09. Sticky Rice with Mango
    Sarah W.

    This is a gem!! Absolute gem of a place. It kind of looks like a hole in the wall, but these are the best places to eat. It's a cute family owned Thai restaurant. Everything I tried was delicious and full of flavor. The fried rice was one of the best I've ever tried. Fair warning, if you ask for something to be a little spicy, it will be spicy!!! The mango sticky rice is a must for dessert.

    Pad See Ew
    Marc D.

    I really like Dena,. Friendly happy people who put out some fresh tasty food. Easy to get into right off of Fullerton. The spice here is way down for my liking so ask them to spice it. The pad see ew is really good one of my favorites. Fried rice is also really good but ask for spice otherwise it comes with none. The chicken wings are a hidden gem you may not normally think of ordering but do. They are good

    Yellow curry with tofu on the right. I ordered it to go alongside my tofu katsu I made.
    Andrew K.

    Ordered the yellow curry with tofu for takeout. Solid food and it was quick. The potatoes were perfectly cooked. Slightly firm but not crunchy. I'll be back. Not a fan of reducing stars based on price. But for a small thing of curry it was a bit pricey.

    A7. Spring Rolls
    Bernadette D.

    I came here on a Saturday afternoon because I was craving some Thai food. This place did not disappoint. For apps I ordered chicken satay and fresh spring rolls. The rolls were fresh and delicious. The chicken satay was very tasty, especially dipped in the peanut sauce. As for the entree, I ordered chicken pad Thai. The pad Thai is a dish you can't go wrong with. Kinda wish it had more chicken in it though. For dessert, I ordered their Thai iced tea and that wasn't overly sweet or too bitter. Mix of the tea and milk were perfect.

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    7 years ago

    Our go-to Thai restaurant! We love it for the friendly staff and tasty food. I recommended the chicken satay, best in logan square!

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    7 years ago

    So happy we found a local Thai spot near our place. Service was quick, reasonable portions, and so tasty!

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    Always fast. Good value...not the best Thai but perhaps they best I have had for the price.

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    Amazing family owned restaurant. This has to be one of our most frequented restaurants in Chicago.

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    9 years ago

    This place is my local go to for Pad Thai. Service is outstanding. Good quality and nice quantity for price.

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    Came here for a late night dinner and I would say this place is so good! Got their traditional…read morepapaya salad and it was so fresh and came in this cute clay pot. We got their panang curry and it came with rice and I wanted to say it was delicious so much flavors. Their mango sticky rice is really good as well. Will definitely be back again. The ambiance inside is nice and so welcoming.

    Came to Muan Jai Thai for lunch on the weekend and was happy with my visit - the decor is really…read morenice, lots of greenery and plants, st patties themed - overhead lamps add a nice touch and everything is pretty clean, bathrooms included. There are window views from the restaurant, making for good people watching. Mainly metered parking available Medium to large sized place with dedicated sections for thai food (about 8 tables and 2 rows of bar style seats) vs for sushi and ramen but all under the same place/owner, can order from any menu - the decor on that side is super cute, fish cutouts, anime/manga decorated walls, decked out bars Got the scuba diving chicken from the chefs faves and must say it was pretty good - a bit on the greasier side but the aroma of the herbs and the spices from the curry really pull through, chicken is cooked very well, super tender and juicy. I got the "No turning back" spice level and theres a hefty kick - halfway into the dish my mouth def feels it but nothing too extreme (FYI theres a slight mala-like numbingness to it) The traditional papaya salad was crunchy and refreshing, sauce is tangy but not too overwhelming. The peanuts add a nice nutty element to it. There were hardly any dried shrimp, so wouldve like to see a bit more of that. Be sure to give it a good mix as the sauce and topping fall to bottom of the bowl To top it off, the service was great. Albert was really attentive and helpful - would come back if im in the gold coast area again to try the other menu offerings

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    We were really impressed by the fast service, homey and flavorful food, and the clean, cozy…read moreatmosphere. It feels like the kind of neighborhood spot that's easy to come back to again and again. We ordered the Thai coffee, Khao Ka Moo (braised pork over rice), Khao Pad Poo (crab fried rice), and the grilled pork salad. The standout for me was the grilled pork salad. It was incredibly refreshing, with bright sweet-and-sour flavors that really wake up your palate - especially on a hot summer day. The grilled pork added a nice smoky element, making it both light and satisfying. The crab fried rice was another favorite. It's one of those dishes that doesn't try too hard, yet delivers exactly what you want: fluffy rice, delicate egg, sweet crab, and comforting flavors. It's the kind of dish that quietly reassures you that everything is going to be okay - a simple, dependable plate that never disappoints. The braised pork was tender and comforting, and the Thai coffee was a great accompaniment to the meal. Overall, a wonderful local find with welcoming service, tasty food, and a comfortable dining environment. We'll definitely be back to explore more of the menu

    Small but cozy place. We were able to call ahead and make a reservation…read more Moo ping (pork skewers with sticky rice) - 10/10. My toddler devoured this. Could have easily done a second order. Papaya salad - 9/10. Really good. I loved the dried shrimp. Crispy chicken salad - 10/10. This was sooo good. Tiger cry - 5/10. Normally a favorite for me at Thai restaurants. This one was overcooked, which was unfortunate. Crab fried rice - 7/10. Solid. Chunks of crab. Mango with sticky rice - 8/10. Needed more mango but it was delicious.

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