I was looking for a place to eat after having a great time at the Cubs game, and this little spot turned out to be a hidden gem. We arrived about an hour before closing, and the restaurant was empty, which we were actually really happy about because it gave us the chance to relax, talk, and really enjoy the company we were with. As a lover of Thai food, this place really impressed me. The atmosphere was very low-key, and the ambience felt almost romantic and peaceful. The service was superb--attentive, friendly, and welcoming without being overbearing. The food was super authentic and full of flavor. Everything we tried was tasty and well-prepared, and it really felt like a genuine Thai dining experience. Overall, this is definitely a place I would recommend. It's perfect for a relaxed, intimate meal, and I will absolutely be coming back to try more dishes. read more

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Some Asian restaurants will tone down their flavor palette to adapt to western tongues - this is NOT one of them. We had the spring roll. The sauce is pea-nutty. It takes a little getting used to, but I like it. I hate to say this but the spring rolls were well - fresh. The pad cha catfish is out of this world. It's intense with flavor, sweet and a little spicy at the same time. I can't explain the marinade- some tamarind maybe? It is a little fishy- might not be for everyone. I also like all the vegetables it came with. The signature pad Thai comes in clear vermicelli noodles that too is intense with flavor. It soaks up the sauce of the pad Thai probably better than your regular flat rice noodles. The shrimps were plump and juicy perfectly seasoned(strong). The restaurant leans on the elegant side without pricing to match. Great date spot. read more

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Very good Thai food! The space isn't huge but there are good number of tables and we were able to walk in and get a table at 7pm on a Friday. Split the pad se ew and panang curry and loved both!! Definitely would come back here. Note: not a ton of GF options. My friend is gluten free and they could make the pad thai and the curries gluten free, but not any other entrees read more

Krung Thep Thai Cuisine - Pad See Eiw, Panang Curry, Pad Thai, Edamame - Thai Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Yum! Been coming here for years now. It's always my bestie and I go to when we're deciding on a place to eat. It's BYOB. No frills. It's small and can fit maybe 20 people and is constantly busy. The service is always quick and attentive. I love getting the beef salad, tom yum soup or any of their curries are delicious. This most recent visit I got the special pad Thai which comes with shrimp. read more

Krung Thep Thai Cuisine - Thai Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Well damn, I forgot to check in! Nevertheless, we had dinner at Krung Thep Thai Cuisine on Saturday, December 6th at 5:30. We were the only folks in the place when we arrived. The place is small and I'm sure it gets busy. It was picking up as we were finishing up. I definitely recommend making a reservation. You will need to call to make them. Our server was very sweet. We hadn't seen our friend in Chicago in a while and we spent more time catching up than we did looking at the menu. She gave us our space and didn't rush us. Once we settled in, we were ready for some delicious food and were not disappointed. We started with Crab Rangoon - Crab meat, cream cheese and celery in a crispy wanton served with sweet and sour sauce. These are definitely made in house and delicious. I wasn't thrilled with the presentation, but it didn't negatively impact the wonderful flavor of the tasty and delicately crispy puffs. We also ordered Shumai - Steamed shrimp and pork dumplings served with. special intense medium spicy soy sauce. These immediate flavor was slightly fishy, but the pork flavor quickly mellowed the taste of the shrimp and the result was wonderful. The sauce was also delicious. I'd order these again. I had Massamun Curry with Tofu and steamed brown rice. It was wonderfully flavorful and I highly recommend the brown rice. Mark had Pad Thai with Chicken. He said it was good, but not the best he's ever had. David had Udon Pad Khee Mao Shrimps - stir-fried, thick wheat four noodles with shrimps, carrot bell pepper, tomato, green bean, baby carn, basil, hot chilli pepper. The shrimp were a good size and the meal looked beautiful. He thought it was great. We opted out of dessert. We kinda stumbled on this restaurant on a walk-by. It looks like a hole in the wall from outside, but Mark loves Thai so I looked it up on Yelp. The reviews made it clear that Krung Thep was more than what it appeared. Thanks as always for the Yelp reviews that never lead us astray. We travel to Chicago plenty and stay at City Suites when we can. We will definitely come back to Krung Thep Thai Cuisine. Their menu is large; there's lots to explore. read more

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This place is so good and it's been a while I have been here but since my friend who is Thai used to take me the have like a secret Thai menu she would order from. But loved their Thai tea and Panang curry which was filled with so many flavors. The papaya salad was my favorite and it is quite spicy but something I couldn't handle. Their crab rangroon was really crispy and you can't go wrong with that. The service was great and the ambiance inside was so nice. read more

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Stumbled in randomly and enjoyed everything we had. The chicken thigh yakitori was memorable.

Wonderful service and a beautiful presentation of food. Unfortunately it really lacked the authenticity of true Thai food. I tried many dishes the strongest one being the mango sticky rice. Nothing like juicy mango and sweet warm rice to end the meal. The chicken satay and pork skewers were also ok. If you like westernized Thai food then this is the place for you. The servers are also very nice read more

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Ordered takeout yesterday for some friends and us. The red curry was a big hit as were the noddles. Consistently, they've done better on their noodles because the curries could take a bit more flavoring, especially the green curry. Pricing is more reasonable than most options and quantities are great. Very sweet and helpful when called in order. read more

Food: Yum, one of the best we've had. This is what Thai food should be, flavors that pop, vegetables cooked perfectly, sauces that add flavor and not grease: and glass noodles cooked to perfection. Alcohol: BYOB, very accommodating, so perfect. Atmosphere: cozy,sleek and comfortable. Service: Attentive and caring, people that love what they do! read more

Best Thai restaurant I had in the state so far. This place was recommended by my Thai coworkers. The food was amazing and authentic. My all time favorite Thai food, papaya salad, was definitely the best dish. The sauce was well balanced with the spice and vinegary flavors. Everything was well marinated and flavorful. Definitely a must ordered dish. My friend and I are not super into meat, but the grilled pork next was highly recommended by our waiter. The grilled pork was not salty or overly oily. However, there's still some fatty meats. I do think it's worth a try, if you LOVE meat then this is definitely your dish. I was super excited to try Seafood Pad Cha, but I think it was just ok among the other dishes. There's a variety of seafood, but it wasn't amazing or as great as the other dishes. Seafood Tom Yum was definitely another best dish we had that day. I'm not a soup person, but I enjoyed this dish very much. There's a lot of seafood in this soup. Again, the soup is well- balanced with the sourness and spices. My friend also tried their Thai Tea and she said it is the best Thai tea she had in town so far. It's not overly sweet and the bitterness is just right. My friend and I loved all the food we ordered. This restaurant is definitely worth a try. The portion and the price is unbeatable in Chicago. The service was excellent, our server was super friendly and gave a lot of great recommendations. He made sure our first experience with the restaurant was great and memorable. The restaurant is not too big, so make a reservation if you're planning to go during the business hours/days. Overall, the restaurant is cozy and a great place to hang out. I would definitely return to have the papaya salad and seafood Tom yum soup again, and try out other options! read more

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We either got lucky and ordered the most delicious items on the menu, or everything on the menu is amazing because we loved all three dishes equally :) The place is relatively small, so the tables are close to each other, creating intimate vibes. Here's what we ordered: Papaya Salad: So good and refreshing! The sourness of the papaya salad opens up your appetite, and it's great to share with the table. Bangkok Wrap: Not sure what I was expecting. The mackerel was crispy and pairs well with the dipping sauce that comes with it. Shrimp Tom Yum Fried Rice: So good. Tom yum flavors in fried rice are so interesting and it works! The shrimps were also jumbo and juicy. We enjoyed our dinner here and can understand why it was so crowded when we visited. read more

Krung Thep Thai Cuisine - Papaya Salad (back), Bangkok Wrap (front) - Thai Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I have walked past this place several times and I know it is a good sign when it is always packed. I went with a friend and they move quickly and service is always super friendly. I ordered the beef salad and the boat noodles and both were amazing! My friend and I shared the crab rangoons and they were super cute and delicious. This was my first good thai restaurant that I've tried in Chicago and I will definitely be coming back. This is a great place to go on a date or just get dinner to catch up with friends. read more

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I called just 30 min in advanced for a party of 6 and they made it happen so that was great. We ordered lots of food and the food was brought out as soon as it was made so we had a steady flow of hot food coming out. Staff was so sweet and accommodating and always checked in on us. I can't bring myself to give a full 5 star, though. The restaurant is pretty cramped and we sat in the back where the door to the kitchen was. The bench seating on the wall leaned forward so I was concerned about it breaking at any point. The food was delicious for the most part, but the tom yum soup seemed very sweet along with some of the other dishes we ordered. Someone in the kitchen was very generous with the sugar. Overall, I really like this place and I think you get a good amount of food per dish. The staff was lovely, too. read more

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It is a very nice Thai restaurant! The place is small, basic but pretty decorated inside. All the furniture is in very good condition, and every time I go there, the entire place is very clean. The staff is always sweet and friendly, and the service is consistently fast even when the place is busy. The restaurant's menu is extensive and includes all the major Thai dishes. I have tried multiple meals, but my absolute favorites are the Cucumber Salad, Crab Rangoon, Chicken Satay, Chicken Pad Thai, and Pad Khee Mao (which I also like with chicken). Plus, I often order Thai Iced Tea, which is very delicious here. The prices on the menu are reasonable. My final bill is always around $25 for one appetizer, one main meal, and a drink. Portions are big and filling. Sometimes I am completely full just by ordering one main meal like Pad Thai. I have never had any issues with the food at this place. The only negative thing I can mention is the restaurant's size. It is so small that the tables are very close to each other, making it impossible to have a private romantic conversation if the place is busy; it gets super noisy when the restaurant is crowded. Also, because of how tiny everything is, you have to be careful walking around the restaurant, as there is a high chance of bumping into waiters who move around very fast serving the customers. Additionally, the restroom needs to be remodeled as it is outdated. The restaurant's location is great; it is right in the heart of Boystown, Chicago. Because it is open until late hours, many people go there to eat after bars and clubs. I absolutely recommend checking out this place if you are looking to eat Thai dishes. read more

Krung Thep Thai Cuisine - Pad Kee Mao with Chicken (and without some vegetables) - Thai Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Got the food delivered and it came super warm! Not the best Thai I've ever had but the flavor was good and the portions were big!

Pre-meal: Reservations probably not needed. Street parking available. Room: Nicer than many Thai places. Picture-taking: Can be dark in the back but lots of natural light in the bright front room when it's light outside. Beverages: BYOB Menu: The regular menu has the usual suspects but be sure to check out the special menu that contains some of their best food. Beware as the spice level of items on the special menu cannot be altered! Food: The spicy crispy pork salad from the special menu is a winner! The term salad is a stretch as this is mostly meat but it checks off all the boxes - sweet, sour, spicy, savory, umami, hot, cold, meaty, fatty, chewy, crispy, hot, cold - definitely a party on the palate! The forest papaya salad is also a winner - like a Thai salad bar all on one plate - this one is pretty spicy! The Khao Soy noodles were tasty and the yellow curry coconut soup was satisfyingly rich and thankfully not spicy. Pad Thai and Massaman curry were pretty solid. The Pad Cha crispy catfish was dry and I'm not sure if the fish texture was right or not - would not recommend. Service: Helpful, pretty quick. Price: $$ Value: 4 out of 10 Summary: Nicer Thai place with great specials that go beyond the usual stuff. read more

Stunningly good curry. In fact it's some of the best I've had. I was pretty shocked as one doesn't usually think of Thai food and Chicago as going hand-in-hand, but this place is going to please if you're a big Thai fan like me. You can also BYOB, so bring some soju or some other drink of choice that pairs well with this cuisine. We got pork skewers for the table that started us off nicely, and I personally got the green curry with chicken. We all tried different curries and they were equally excellent. The staff were also very friendly and considerate. You owe it to yourself to pay this place a visit! read more

Krung Thep Thai Cuisine - Green Curry - Thai Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Now THIS is a hidden gem in the city. I randomly decided to order take-out and my life hasn't been the same since. This place has the best crab Rangoons I've had, and the pad Thai and curry is consistently great too. I've ordered take-out from here a few times, and it's become my new go-to spot. read more

For sometime, we wanted to dine on Thai food. Joseph suggested we come here based on the Yelp reviews. After seeing Krung Thep Thai Cuisine receiving 4.5 stars, we said we have to go. So glad we came here! For starters, we ordered the chives dumplings. The dumplings tasted like what my aunt used to make. It tasted gooey on the outside and I liked the taste of fried chives in the inside. I requested for the Pad Kee Mao with no onions and no jalapeño peppers. It tasted amazing. The spices tasted perfectly balanced. Joseph chose the tofu Rama. He said it tasted fine. An added plus: We did not have to wait long for our food. Located near Target, it took us 10 minutes to walk here to Krung Thep Thai Cuisine. Being located near the shopping areas, I liked how we walked and did our window shopping afterwards. Come to Krung Thep Thai Cuisine. Bring friends, family, or a date, read more

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SO good! Just moved to the neighborhood and I think we've found our new favorite Thai place! The prices were extremely reasonable, it's BYOB, and the food was absolutely delicious. I ordered the Udon Pad Khee Mao with Shrimp. It was one of the best Thai dishes I've ever had, and I ate every last bite. My boyfriend ordered the Thai fried rice and he loved it, he can be picky, but he was raving about it. We also ordered the crab rangoon, and it was also just as good as the entrees. The food came out quickly, and the service was great as well. It's great that it's open late too for late night cravings. read more

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Wow. I mean, what can I say. This place was amazing. Everything I ordered was good. I had the pad kana moo krob, Bangkok wrap, and the chicken pad woon sen. The kana moo krob is amazing--roast pork belly sautéed with Chinese broccoli in a savory oyster sauce. It's served with rice, which is 100% necessary. The Bangkok wrap is lettuce cups filled with vermicelli noodles, basil, and crispy fried mackerel. These were pretty good, but I would probably not order them again. The chicken pad woon sen (stir fried glass noodle) was also very tasty. The glass noodles absorb the sauce and have a pleasant delicate yet chewy texture. One thing I do want to mention, is that I ordered to-go, which I did through the Yelp app. The in-app timing of the order was not accurate--actually, when I called the restaurant, the order was already ready, even though the app said it would take an additional 20 minutes. So I would say either order directly from the restaurant, or don't trust the app for when your order will be ready! read more

Krung Thep Thai Cuisine - Pad Kanar Moo Krob, Bangkok Wrap, Chicken Pad Woon Sen - Thai Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We had a Labor Day errand to run that knocked us out and we were hungry. We stumbled in to find a lovely, friendly, simple restaurant. We were the first customers. When our food arrived the place started filling up. The service and the food was so good. I can't find our dish on the online menu but it was spicey wide noodles with lots of veggies and chicken. The music and the artwork is beautiful. We shared the dish, had two hot jasmine teas, and tipped well. The bill was thirty dollars. read more

I would give this place a 3.5 Pros: Tasty food. Not amazing, but decent. I had the Pad Khee Mao with Chicken and I asked for it hot/spicy. Cons: * spice was more like a medium instead of hot * had those little corns (wasn't listed as a menu item - I would have asked for it without that) * would have been nice to have some onions instead * service was REALLY slow... took like 30 mins for a stir fry dish. It was fairly busy and I think they were also doing take out orders on a Thursday night. * decor is modern, I would have preferred a little more classic. * Also their driver was the end of the bench I was sitting on in the next section over and had restless leg syndrome or something and was shaking his legs a lot and I thought something huge was rumbling the whole building or a train was passing or something haha... not the end of the world, just caught me off guard. * I paid in cash and gave $20.52 for a $15.52 bill... I asked for singles for change and the server brought $1 back... I guess they heard (single instead of singles). I asked for another dollar and they gave me that. I know there is a big list of cons here, but a lot of these are personal preference things and overall the experience was decent and I think on another night, I would have had about half as many cons. read more

Great Thai foods! Papaya salad and Moo ping (Thai pork skewers) were amazingly delicious. Tom Saab was very good too, wish it was a bit more tasty. Overall very great meal. The service was great and they checked on our foods/drinks frequently. Great ambiance with background Thai music. read more

Krung Thep Thai Cuisine - Papaya Salad with pork neck - Thai Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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My friend heard this place was good from friends, so when we wanted to order thai we figured we would try it out. We were really impressed! We got the panaeg curry which had great flavor and was spicy. The pad see ew was actually one of the best I've ever had. It almost had a sweet flavor to it and smaller noodles. Potstickers were good, and we ordered some pork dish which was good as well. I will be eating here again. read more

A small Thai restaurant in Belmont neighborhood. Very well known among the Thai and local for their genuine taste. A little pricey but acceptable for a Thai like me. The staff was friendly and nice. Will be back because you know when you need something spicy you can rely on them read more

Krung Thep Thai Cuisine - Boat Noodle Soup - Thai Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This place was recommended to us by a friend and we LOVED it! The vibes are intimate , the service is fantastic and the food is out of this world. We started with spring rolls and they were good. I wouldn't say that they were my favorite but still pretty tasty and full of flavors. My bf got spicy Pad See Ew with catfish. It was so good! A bunch of strong flavors perfectly aligning with each other. I got extra crispy Pad Thai with shrimp. And it was the best fish of the night! If you ever go there make sure to get it. It sweet but not too overly, extra crispy; just a party of flavors in your mouth!! We finish the night with the coconut dessert and it was interesting. A mild flavor, nothing too strong but still very good. We can't wait ti go back there again. It's a fantastic place located in Boys town. After tip we ended up paying $55 wit appetizer, two entrees and a dessert. The only down side is that portions weren't too big but still enough to get you satisfied. read more

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Trying to give them another chance. But again miserable. Cane in earlier but still denied decent seating over Asian guests. Never asked about a beverage choice so was settled on water only. Rude service and poor delivery. The seaweed salad was nasty. One server was wearing disgusting fishnet dress showing all her goods like she was working the corner outside. Not appropriate at all. They used to be amazing. But recently it's turned to shit. Last chance and they failed. Miserably read more

Takeaway: Best Thai restaurant in Chicago at an incredibly reasonable price (and free BYOB!) Context: Two of my international Thai friends brought me here for dinner claiming it was an incredible and authentic restaurant - claiming it would be a "good restaurant in Bangkok". They ordered family style for a group of ~8 of us to share. I've eaten a lot of Thai food (although likely from mostly Americanized spots) in my life and this is definitely one of the best. What I Got: Papaya Salad (9/10) Best papaya salad I've had in my life. We got it with salted eggs, which created a perfect complement to the perfectly balanced papaya salad. The papaya was crispy, cold and refreshing - all of which was further accentuated by the tomatoes, green beans, & other various spices. The shrimp and garlic definitely came through to create an overall savory experience (although my friends commented that it was still on the sweeter end of "authentic" papaya salad). Awesome dish. Laab Moo (9.5/10) Ground pork "salad" - which basically consisted of 90% ground pork tossed with onions, lime, mint and I'm sure a million spices I couldn't identify. Once again, the best laab (larb?) I've ever had. A great aromatic blend of sour and spicy that I couldn't get enough of. I was basically licking the plate at the end. It was definitely spicy - so watch out here! Liver Larb (7.5/10) Basically the same as above, but with liver instead of ground pork. I like liver around 2 points less than ground pork I guess so there you go. Moo Ping (8/10) Grilled BBQ pork with a tamarind paste sauce. They do a great job here and the pork is cooked near-perfectly, but you can ultimately probably imagine exactly what this tastes like if you've had grilled pork skewers before. Definitely good and the sauce is a winner that I prefer over the peanut sauce that most Thai places here would serve, but nothing revolutionary. Crab Fried Rice (8/10) This is a solid crab fried rice. In a worse meal, this might be a 7/10, but I felt like it didn't stand out too much and didn't really need to. It went perfectly with the million other brilliant, aggressive flavors that came with the other dishes while still being a solid dish in its own right. This was a highlight with my Thai friends - I'd trust them over me! Kra Proa Moo Krob (8/10) (Very) Crispy pork belly tossed with basil, green beans, mushrooms, bell peppers, and more in a savory and spicy sauce. I really enjoyed this dish, but I'm a sucker for pork belly, especially if it's crispy and on the thicker end. I thought it was great, but didn't stand out too much amongst all the other winners here and didn't get a ton of play at the table actually. Khao Soy (9.5/10) Wow! Egg noodle soup in a thick, yellow curry-based broth topped with crispy noodles and an absolutely perfect chicken drumstick. This thing was immaculate - the egg noodles had the perfect amount of bite to them and didn't really get soggy as the meal went on. The soup was more delicate than I expected - I thought it'd be an overpowering yellow curry-like flavor, but it was actually relative subtle and it was just the right amount of salty / savory. The highlight is the fall-off-the-bone-tender drumstick. After the noodles were done you can bet I went to town on the drumstick - absolutely delicious. Boat Noodles (9.5/10) Unfortunately couldn't get a picture here, but this was probably the highlight of the meal for me. Thin rice noodles in a thick brown (?) broth. I'm not completely sure what's in the broth (other than blood), but it was a salty, savory masterpiece . I unfortunately can't really find the language to truly describe what I loved about this - but I guess it reminded me of the best meaty noodle soups (e.g., Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup, pho, etc.) I've had with its multiple layers of savory complexity. Coconut Thai Pudding (9/10) Exactly what it sounds like - served (very) hot. It looks very unassuming and is pure white from the outside. Loved ending the meal on a warm dessert - not too sweet, a soft eggy-like texture, and very strong coconut flavor. Would definitely get this again. read more

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people giving this place less than 5 stars are wrong bc this restaurant is my new favorite place! they were so kind and helpful and were crazy busy but still very attentive to me and my table! incredible food. one of the best crab rangoons i've had and the khao soi was delicious! read more

Krung Thep Thai Cuisine - Thai Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We like to order Thai food at least a few times a month. Glad to find another restaurant with a great selection. We ordered Green Curry with crispy wide noodles, Pad Thai, Sukiyaki, and Crab Rangoon and Baby Egg Rolls as appetizers. I thought Sukiyaki was a tad sour/vinegary, but otherwise everything else was good! read more

Krung Thep Thai Cuisine - Green Curry, Baby Egg Rolls, Crab Rangoon, Pad Thai, Sukiyaki - Thai Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This was a bit of a bus ride away, but why not try? We were seated as soon as we walked in. The place looks a bit old but has nice decor. Service was nothing out of the ordinary. We got spring rolls which were not what you'd expect but still fresh with crisp bites of carrot and onion and richness from the peanut sauce. The pad kee mao was amazing and had plenty of veggies--hot, flavorful, and fresh especially if you dine-in. I like my noodles with tofu, and it was all cooked perfectly! The panang curry was blah--watery with not much flavor or chicken. They gave us the check before we were done eating which felt a bit rushed. Overall decent read more

Green curry here was amazing!! Food came out pretty quickly and the staff was great!! read more

Krung Thep Thai Cuisine - Thai Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Solid, but wouldn't say it's the best Thai in the area. I would still come here again given its location and the fact that it's BYOB. You could literally grab dinner here and pregame with your own drinks before bar hopping in Boystown. It's in a very accessible area. We came here about an hour before they closed and I felt a little bit awkward because the staff (and their friends) all stared at me when I walked in it just felt a little uncomfortable. It was kind of a weird experience, but it's not the biggest deal ever, just strange. I need to come back during the day when there's more people in there haha. read more

Food was great. Service was quick. We ordered some takeout, but soup spilled all over the bag, and the bag broke on my way home. Plus, there's no mention about the 20% service charge. I mean, for a group of 2? At least, they should not charge a takeout 20%. read more

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great, authentic Thai food in a cozy, intimate setting. i tried the papaya salad and the green curry. both dishes were amazing!!! there is so much flavor in both dishes. i will most def be coming back read more

If you're looking for traditional Thai food, I am really recommend Krung Thep Thai cuisine, taste of papaya, Salad very Thai styles is so amazing make me feel like I'm in Thailand, also Northern Thai sausage so very tasty we will come back. read more

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Authentic Thai food, can be super spicy if you ask for Medium spice. I tried the massamam curry, basil friend rice, pad see ew and pad khe mao. All super delicious, flavorful and not as oily as other Thai restaurants. The service for pick up was a little slow and I had to wait 30 mins longer than the time mentioned for that reason the owner threw in a Thai iced tea complimentary which was kind. The restaurant is intimate. read more

Really delicious Pad Thai, will definitely be back. Crispy, tasty and tangy. I loved it.