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    Oliang

    4.6 (163 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea, Thai, Soup
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    Fried rice
    Kenny Z.

    Got takeout from Oliang - food remained hot, portions were fair, and was still good the next day reheated. The panang curry wasnt that spicy, super rich and creamy, the noodles go well with it but I think rice would hit diff The pad kee mao was tasty and had a nice variety of toppings with spicy smoky kick to it. Overall i would return to both try a seated dining experience and to get a Thai fix in for a night

    Vik S.

    this hit the spot. Meat was tender which I wasn't rly expecting th. Chicken would've also prob been good. Broth was rly nice, spice blend felt fresh or at least more varied than other Thai places. Thai tea was solid and other dishes looked good. Hard to judge too much based on one dish but was a fan. Vibes were def more like yea this is a Thai place in Lincoln park not a hole in the wall but not mad at that. Still Thai enough to be valid and not too pricey. Great value, brought leftover curry broth home to make something. Would be back for mango sticky rice and the rest of the menu.

    Coconut Shrimp Pad Kee Mao Panang Curry
    Pan J.

    Very good food and service! The curries and noodles are amazing and the drinks are very good as well! We loved their crab rangoons and other appetizers. Parking is so hard with the location on Ashland so be careful. Glad to see that a sister sushi restaurant opened downtown! The space inside and the ambiance are very nice. I'm glad they opted to drop the cafe portion of their restaurant (the coffee was not very good when I first went) and focused on the food.

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    Joe B.

    Always consistent, great neighborhood spot. Picked up to go and the food was very hot. Pad Thai was a bit too saucy but and pad won sen had great flavor. Excellent for a quick dinner!

    Crispy Wonton  pad Thai
    Chiquita E.

    This place was absolutely amazing! Truly authentic Thai food with flavors that speak for themselves. The owner made the experience even better--he welcomed me like family from the moment I walked in. Since it was my first time, he asked about my favorite Thai dishes and personally recommended a couple of items. The chicken baby egg rolls were phenomenal--crispy, flavorful, and perfectly done. Then he introduced me to a new dish they created: crispy wonton Pad Thai. Let me just say... I ate every single bite. It was fresh, unique, and incredibly satisfying--even with tofu (and I didn't even miss the chicken!). I will definitely be back again and again. Highly recommend!

    Red Curry
    Monisha P.

    So glad my husband and I found this place randomly when we were craving thai food. Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious! The service is amazing and the restaurant itself is very cute! This place is the best for thai food in the neighborhood. I have pretty much tried everything on the menu and every item has been delicious. This is our go to thai place for dine in and take out! The crab rangoons are a must! Their red curry and thai fried rice are amazing. The thai ice tea is very refreshing. Great place for date nights and families too!

    Pad Thai
    Sung L.

    Had a great experience here overall. The food was good, the service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was excellent. The real standout was the duck curry. It was perfectly balanced with sweet, spicy, and savory flavors, and easily the best dish on the table. I'd come back just for that alone. Definitely worth a visit

    Garlic n pepper steak
    Sana K.

    Such a cute restaurant! They close earlier than listed. Came in caz it looked cute and was curious from the street. Cute drinks and yummy food. The garlic n pepper steak was really good! Would love to try other items on the menu. Cute decor.

    Red Curry
    Christine H.

    Montana peach mocktail-a very sweet drink, let the ice melt a little to water down the sweetness Crab Rangoon-so good and fresh, not oily or greasy at all, fried to perfection and the perfect amount of filling, circular shape, a little more than a bite-size portion, comes with 6, sauce is light and not too sweet Steam pot stickers-steamed well Chicken pad si ew-taste like your regal pad si ew Beef pad kee mao-it's like a pad si ew but has a little bit of spiciness and more variety of veggies Basil fried rice-it has a kick to it, taste a little bit of the basil but not too much, the texture of the rice is sticky and chewy Chicken khao soi-my favorite dish, love the curry sauce, very flavorful, love the texture of the egg noodles and the crispy noodles Chicken Penang curry and chicken green curry-both served fresh and very hot (in temperature), creamy and very tasty All ingredients here are made fresh and the portions are great for sharing for a group of 7 people to try a variety of dishes at a decent price. Service is great and the people who own the restaurant are very kind. The decor inside is very cute with the hanging lights and plants.

    Menu
    Justine C.

    This place is a must for Thai food. The interior is beautiful and I love the plants and decor around the restaurant. We got seated right away for a table of two. Our server was helpful and knowledgeable with the menu and quickly got our orders right away. Service overall was very fast and I always had my water cup refilled to the brim no matter what. The drinks were absolutely amazing and I recommend the Thai iced tea and the Oliang. Their crab rangoons are also one of my favorites! I loved my pad si ew with chicken and my boyfriend enjoyed his yellow curry entree. You also get to pick the amount of spice on your entree. The check took awhile to recieve but the prices are reasonable. Great spot overall!

    Iced coffee
    Derek Ignatius Paul H.

    Great Thai food. Curries were delectable - spicy and creamy, and best eaten with copious amounts of rice. Noodles were great too and had sufficient char and flavor. Tried a whole bunch of food and wasn't disappointed with its flavor and spice level (medium).

    Basil Fried Rice Pad Kee Mao Khao Soi
    Jae C.

    Rating: 4.2/5. My favorite Thai restaurant in Chicago. Oliang has turned me into a BIG Pad Kee Mao fan. The basil fried rice and khao soo are also delicious. Olivia and Nadia take great care of us every time we eat here.

    Thai Ice Tea
    Rahima J.

    This place is so cute on the inside and so it their food! We made a reservation and were sat right by the window so had the cutest view outside and into the restaurant. The menu has a ton of options for everyone and they even have a great drink menu as well. The food was delicious and the perfect portions, especially if you order it with a protein. We got everything pretty timely for a busy evening. I would love to come back to try a few of their drinks!

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    3 years ago

    Amazing food with such a cozy vibe! The owner is so kind and clearly loves her restaurant as well as all the staff being great!

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