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    Mahanakhon Noodle Bar

    4.6 (49 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Outdoor seating
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    Sukhothai Tom Yum Noodles
    Linda Y.

    This is one of those spots that fulfills my need for authentic Thai food, specifically noodle soups. I'm so glad I finally tried it out and am already looking forward to coming back. We stopped by on a late Friday evening and the place was actually not too busy - I loved the interior and how home-y and cozy it felt. The colorful restaurant really set the mood for a warm bowl of noodles. I had the Nomyen drink which is one of my favs - it's a sweet pink milk with a great aroma. We started with the Som Tum and the flavors were perfectly balanced - sweet, sour and salty with a good amount of medium heat. For noodle soups, we went with the beef Boat Noodles and the Sukhothai Tom Yum. The Sukhothai had a flavor similar to good padthai. It was so flavorful and savory with a hint of sweet and sour that made the dish so good. The Boat Noodles were incredible. The broth was heavy and delicious and the beef was a fantastic pairing. The staff were so welcoming and next time, I definitely want to try the pork bone soup and pink noodles!!!

    Strawberry Thai Tea
    Anthony D.

    We were finally able to come in person! The food was excellent, we tried: - Mor Fai Nuer Toon - Panang Curry - Som Tum Thai A big fan of the salad, the sour and spicy really hits the spot. The staff was friendly and the food came quick, definitely stop by if you're in the area!

    pad see eiw
    Michelle P.

    Mahanakhon is our favorite Thai restaurant in the city!! We ate there once and were so enamored that we just kept ordering takeout out and coming back.. many many times. The restaurant itself is very quaint and cute! There are a handful of seats but can fill up pretty quickly so would suggest calling in for a reservation! Our faves and must eats have to be the khao soi, tom yum noodle soup, chive stick, and their green Thai tea. We've tried their pad see ew and yellow curry, but both were pretty standard and nothing you can't get anywhere else. The curry had good flavor but it was really soupy which wasn't bad but we weren't used to it! You have the option to get rice or fried crunchy noodles. I've never tried khao soi before and wow.. I have been missing out. It is so comforting and delicious! The broth really is so good and with the crunchy fried noodles and lime! Brings everything together. It can get a bit too much in terms of flavor so would suggest sharing everything! The tom yum noodle was actually the first dish I tried that made me fall in love. The presentation is so nice! They are also super generous with the protein in all their dishes. Chive sticks as an appetizer and you won't regret it! We order two plates every time we are there. Now the thai tea is so good!!! It's definitely the ChaTraMue brand! Been to Thailand and tasted the exact same. They are not skimping on the leaves. Such an amazing restaurant. Everything is a must!

    Myra Y.

    We recently tried Mahanakhon with a group of friends. We had a few hangry kids with us so didn't capture all the pictures or they jumped in before I could get a picture. We had a variety of dishes and drinks. My favorites were the mor fai nuer toon and the crab fried rice. Service was fast and efficient. The server was kind and helped us order the right amount of food for our group of 8. On my next visit, I hope to try other noodle dishes, the papaya salad and other curries we didn't have on this visit.

    Steven R.

    Nice family restaurant with good Thai food and a menu full of hard to find items. The standout was the giant river prawn dish.

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    Layna L.

    A family-own restaurant in Lakeview with lots of seating, attentive waiters, and delicious food! If you are looking for authentic Thai noodle soups, definitely check this place out and show them some love. The flavors of the khao soi and boat noodles were so punchy.

    Lico J.

    The best Thai food that we've had in Midwest. The server is so friendly that makes us feel like we are in a Thai family. The restaurant itself is very cute and clean. The prices are very fair. Love love love. The food. We got a stewed beef hotpot, Tom Yum Noodles, Ka Prow Moo and iced Thai green tea, and truly enjoyed all of them. The beef in the hot pot is so tender and flavorful, even my toddler who is always picky loves it! The soup - we just drink it and soak with rice - so good. The soup of Tom Yum noodles is so delicious that I drink it too haha. Pro tip: get a spoonful of pork and white rice from Ka Prow Moo and then add a bit soup from the Tom Yum - addicting!!!!! The iced Thai green tea is very refreshing, but also on the sweet side. It's served fast so I think it's perfect for summer. We will be back to try more dishes on the menu!

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    Andrew P.

    Been wanting to try this place out for a while after a Thai lady from my local Thai market suggested to come here (particularly for their Papaya salad). My friend and I were very impressed with the authenticity of the food as well as the great options that they had. We started off with a skewer appetizer which was good, but honestly the Leng hot pot soup option and the papaya salad truly hit the mark. My friend who's been to Thailand many times told me that this tastes basically identical to the street food flavors he had in Bangkok. The service was also perfect and friendly. They constantly came to refill our water cups as well. The spice levels are also not something to ignore. We ordered the "medium" spicy options, and we both felt that it was true to a Thai level of spice. We both can handle spice fairly well, so I'd imagine the hot and Thai hot to pretty intense. Next time we said we definitely want to try the boat noodles based off of the other reviews and recommendations. Everything here looks fire!

    Chive Stick and Yum Woon Sen
    Sayuri A.

    i've never had thai hot pot before so i was very intrigued when my friend suggested we come here! we got the chive sticks as an appetizer, the Mor Fai Nuer Toon (beef hot pot) and Yum Woon Sen as entrees, and the Chow-Kluy Boran for dessert. i've never had chive sticks before and i liked them especially with the sauce it comes with. you have to be into slightly slimy textures to like it but i thought it was good. the beef hot pot was amazing and the meat was definitely delicious. the yum woon sen was a pretty good salad, but nothing to necessarily write home about. we were in the mood for dessert and got the chow-kluy boran which was basically shaved ice with glass jelly. the flavor was good but i don't think i like the texture of the glass jelly combined with the shaved ice; it wasn't necessarily satisfying but it was refreshing! i definitely liked the food here, but it's not necessarily a place i would think to come again.

    Sarah P.

    The service was great - so kind and welcoming. The food was very tasty. I got the Tom yum noodle soup! The ambiance was very cozy. Would recommend and come here again!

    Mor Fai Nuer Toon
    Diane M.

    My friend and I came to Mahankhon Noodle Bar for lunch a few weeks ago and had the best time trying out their dishes. We shared the coconut shrimp, stewed beef hotpot, tom yum noodles, and coconut milk custard. Everything was delicious, but I especially loved the Mor Fai Nuer Toon [beef hotpot], as the rich flavors of the broth and tender beef tasted incredible with the fragrant jasmine rice. The flavors of the tom yum noodles were quite intense, but a must try if you've never had tom yum. This is definitely a spot worth checking out if you're looking for authentic Thai food.

    Stella W.

    Came here with a group of friends and ordered a few dishes to try. Get the Boat Noodles!!! The broth is super flavorful! The Spicy level is just about right for those that can take the heat! Not too hot that would numb your tongue, but hot enough that make the food more interesting and intense. The next level after that is Thai Spicy... therefore, I had the Spicy som tum The seafood salad is def a must as well. Very fresh! Almost felt like Thai ceviche where the seafood is cooked with the chili pepper! Want to come back to try the beef hotpot which we were too full to order.

    Clear Soup Noodles
    Crystal Z.

    Ambiance - a neighborhood gem, great for dates, offers 1 table for larger party Service - food came out super fast, received our order within 10-15 min Food - crispy calamari was missing some flavor (batter itself was bland), clear soup noodles was the ultimate comfort food I needed, the homemade red sauce on the Kao moo dang paired really well with the roasted red pork

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    Service is good but am the food is too sweet . I cannot image how much sugar and soy source they use

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    2 months ago

    I wouldn't say it's the best Thai I've ever had, but definitely delicious and cute place on Lincoln and very authentic.

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    Amazing food, noodles were phenomenal. Friendly staff and quick service. 10/10 would come back!

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    Great noodles! Interesting dishes and nicely cooked, still very chewy. Soups are very flavorful and rich

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    Ask the Community - Mahanakhon Noodle Bar

    Do you have any gluten free options?

    Sorry we do not serve gluten free at this moment sorry about that

    Is it BYOB?

    Yes, you can bring it.

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