Bangkok Cafe

17 N Vail Ave, Arlington Heights
(847) 398-1989

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Julia Mills

Hidden gem in the heart of Downtown Arlington Heights! Amazing food and the sweetest staff who really cares about your experience. Great for big or small groups!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

David Sierant

Exceptional service and even better food! Our go to for Thai in downtown Arlington

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

John Heart

This is real Thai food, prepared and served by a team of sisters. The veggies in your entree may have come out of their garden. This is real food made with care and a focus on quality. The menu is varied, the atmosphere is comfortable, the pricing is very reasonable. Entree sizes are average, definitely fair for the cost. Alcohol (beer/wine) is available. Dine-in or takeout, either way, it's going to be good.

Vegetarian options: If you don't see what you want, ask and they will make it for you.

Dietary restrictions: They are happy to cook to order, just ask!

Parking: Street parking immediately if front of restaurant. Free parking garage 1.5 blocks South .

Kid-friendliness: Kids are welcome here.

Wheelchair accessibility: Standard ADA compliant layout.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Charles Panella

Likely the most authentic taste for miles , real pad Thai , fresh ingredients, outstanding vegetables and herbs , for me an overlooked gem for which we will return!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: N1 Pad Thai

Xifang Larson

Women of color owned business with the sweetest sisters running it.Great food, good friends, good pricing.The food can be modified however you want, especially in terms of spice. The Papaya salad is AMAZING, though!!! It's a little spicy but super satisfying and crunchy.The fried catfish is also addictive and the crab Rangoon ? is the best I've had.The owners are super hardworking and sweet when you get to know them. They treat you like family.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Gabriel Fries

The sweetest people run this place and make you feel right at home. The food is fantastic too. Get some crab Rangoon as a an appetizer, you won’t be disappointed.

Service: 5

James Payne Jr.

I've along with friends & family have enjoyed the very tasty & consistency which these fine hard working women have providedin the Arlington Heights for over 20 years, I don't live here vut I enjoy visiting this delightful neighborhood largely because of Bankok Cafe .

Vegetarian options: Most dishes can be converted to vegetarian and some even to vegan

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: N1 Pad Thai, H2 Basil Chicken, C1 Red Curry, N3 Pad Kee Mao, A2 Satay Chicken

Joshua Frink

I absolutely love Bangkok! The owners are the sweetest people you will ever meet and the food is to die for! Don’t miss out!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: A9 Bangkok Crab Rangoon

Chasity Rosales

Food was not flavorful. Either over cooked. Too salty, lacked flavor. This is NOT Mexican.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 5

Mario Bilotas

I love the authenticity in the atmosphere. I ordered the chicken penang. Just slightly hotter than medium. It hit the spot. Will be back

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Heather Kristan

This place was great. My husband is a musician in the Chicago area, and I like to travel along with him to all the gigs I can. I often have time to kill in between his call time and show time. I went here for dinner and the staff was great. I sat outside- the patio is so nice and the food was so good! Thank you :) I’d love to come here again if in the area. Thanks again!

Chad Scott

Food, atmosphere, and service were all spot on. After living in Thailand for a decade, I often find it hard to get good, authentic thai food. So I was very impressed by the flavors and spice here!

Vegetarian options: Fresh spring rolls, fried tofu, curries, and much more.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Leah Sorensen

Delicious Thai food with outdoor seating in downtown Arlington Heights! We love this cute place that is VERY affordable- 6-9 dollars for an alcoholic beverage and about 10-20 per person for entrees. Our food came with a surprise small side salad which was fresh and had yummy dressing. They are also great for takeout. Don’t miss trying this place during the summer!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

siewyin Yinng

Excellent dishes, desserts and Thai ice tea!Service was easy, no hustle bustle! All women run business.During the summer months, outdoor seating and live music not far from the restaurant on Friday evenings!Free parking near by. Otherwise, there is metered street parking.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Chris McGrath

My panang curry was very different from any I've had before, with eggplant and cashews and a dark sauce, but it was delicious!

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