Wow, Herb blew me away! My partner picked this restaurant for date night so I went in nearly blind and I’m so glad I did. Every dish was a fantastic surprise! We each did the three course meal with a different appetizer and entree. Both the duck and beef curry were flavorful and full of texture. The food felt fresh and also hearty, which is a difficult line to walk in my opinion. Service certainly took its time but the staff was warm and accommodating the entire meal so I’m overall thrilled to have dined here and will certainly be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Chris Eyo
This was one of those meals that changes your brain chemistry and opens your mind to just how good food can be. Easily my new favorite restaurant in Chicago.
We chose the 5-course tasting + wine pairing. I don’t know much about wine but each was lovely.
Course 1 - betal leaves/prawns/chive dumplings. No words. Set the tone for the entire meal. The assault of textures and flavors and the burst of the lime… wow. Like eating pure vitamins and nutrients. Delicious. That prawn was beautiful. I did not even want to eat it. It tasted so fresh and the crisp of the batter.. indescribable. The dumplings were perfectly soft and perfectly crispy. 10/10.
Course 2 - mushroom soup. I knew Herb was known for its soup. This soup was the best course of the entire evening, maybe even my favorite dish in the city/world. I have never eaten something so deep and rich in flavor. Powerful. 10000000/10. I’d go back just for 3 bowls of the soup.
Course 3 - an assortment of pork and tofu that I cannot remember fully. Both were phenomenal. The ground pork was perfect. PERFECT.
Course 4 - duck. Yall…….. 😭😭😭😭😭😭 if you’ve been to Sun Wah, turn the dial up a few notches. Insane flavor. Easily the best duck I’ve ever eaten in any setting.
Course 5 - mango sticky rice. No words. Luxurious.
Chef Patty came out to check in with us from the second we walked in the door to the end of the meal. Our waiter Chris was extremely friendly and made us feel like we were eating in someone’s house. I cannot wait to come back. I agree with other reviewers— not that it matters, but I have eaten at several fine dining restaurants and Herb easily competes, blowing many of them right out of the water. More people need to be talking about this restaurant. I cannot wait for the privilege to return.
Had a wonderful meal at Herb. Every dish was a standout, although the frizzy shrimp, the dumpling and my lamb dish, (lamb was substituted for pork) were especially unusual. Chef Patti herself took our order and advised on the menu. Service was welcoming at all times, although a bit eccentric, given the Saturday night rush. The setting is not quite as elegant as it looks in the photos, but very comfortable and a clear step above your neighborhood Asian place. I very much look forward to returning.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Linda
This is my 4th visit to Herb, it is a place I like to share with out of town guests as a unique Chicago experience. We had some confusion with the menus this time, as our group of 5 were given menus that had different information and did not match. Also they do not communicate ahead of time when you make a reservation that everyone in the group has to do the same level of courses, which was confusing to our guests. They would have preferred to order a lesser number of courses, but were told we all needed to do the same thing. The method of ordering this time, going around the table to get everyone's app order, then 2nd app, then main, then dessert was very strange. And then the wrong app was brought to one of the people in our group, as well as a mix up with the drink order.
Scott
We had the best experience at Herb! Delicious food in a lovely atmosphere and stellar service. The chef visited our table and was so kind and gracious. We will be back!
Brian
This is a wonderful Thai restaurant experience. Great food (the duck disk was awesome), and the place is run by a very attentive restaurateur. Definitely going back.
B Projansky
What a fabulous place! The chef came out to explain the food even before we ordered. The service was good and the food was incredible! I highly recommend this place. I can't wait to go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica Choi
I was introduced of the place from a friend and it was an amazing experience! The food was great, atmosphere was great and I also got to meet the chef who was serious about her dishes. She was such a lovely person as well. I ended up going back with my friend for her birthday, and everything was perfact. I would recommend 1000 percent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
jill
The Chef and her team curated a beautiful experience! The restaurant was busy, but it still felt quaint and quiet. We had the seven course pairing with wine. I recommend this for any special occasion or just a fun date night. The prawns were amazing!
Robert
Just extraordinary food, and unique, not your normal Thai, but all authentic and delicious.
The food was amazing! Incredibly well presented, fresh, absolutely delicious. Thai at its very best and beyond. However... We chose the 3 course menu, and while the second item arrived after a long but acceptable time, the third seemed to never reach us. We grew tired and were literally on the brink of leaving when (honestly, after maybe 45-50 minutes) it showed up. For an upscale, expensive restaurant, this is frankly unacceptable. The chef/owner lady was very apologetic, and we accepted the apology. But still...
Michelle Reshel
Celebrated my wedding anniversary here with my husband and it was such a memorable meal. The chef comes to the table, discusses the dishes with you and pours her heart and soul into her craft. A truly memorable dining experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeanne
What an absolutely lovely dining experience! A quiet and small place nestled on the north side. The beautifully presented dishes were all so very flavorful and gorgeous with bright flowers. Patty, the chef and owner, greets you and presents her philosophy on what she shares and why. I have been back several times now introducing family and friends to these delectable dishes. A little gem for Thai food lovers!
Mack
My husband and I came in here last night to treat our uncle for hosting us in his city— and a treat it was! Collectively, we tried two thirds of the current menu and each dish was a journey. We ended up sharing each other’s because everything was too good to choose between. Chef Patty Neumson came out to greet us and explain the menu, then brought us the check at the end and asked how our experience was— needless to say the experience was fantastic and a great value. Her creations are inspiring, and her staff is attentive and pleasant. We’ll be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cathy
Chef Patty creates an amazing menu. The food was beautifully presented and had unique flavors. She takes Thai food to an elevated level. We enjoyed our meal and entire experience
Wow, Herb blew me away! My partner picked this restaurant for date night so I went in nearly blind and I’m so glad I did. Every dish was a fantastic surprise! We each did the three course meal with a different appetizer and entree. Both the duck and beef curry were flavorful and full of texture. The food felt fresh and also hearty, which is a difficult line to walk in my opinion. Service certainly took its time but the staff was warm and accommodating the entire meal so I’m overall thrilled to have dined here and will certainly be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
This was one of those meals that changes your brain chemistry and opens your mind to just how good food can be. Easily my new favorite restaurant in Chicago.
We chose the 5-course tasting + wine pairing. I don’t know much about wine but each was lovely.
Course 1 - betal leaves/prawns/chive dumplings. No words. Set the tone for the entire meal. The assault of textures and flavors and the burst of the lime… wow. Like eating pure vitamins and nutrients. Delicious. That prawn was beautiful. I did not even want to eat it. It tasted so fresh and the crisp of the batter.. indescribable. The dumplings were perfectly soft and perfectly crispy. 10/10.
Course 2 - mushroom soup. I knew Herb was known for its soup. This soup was the best course of the entire evening, maybe even my favorite dish in the city/world. I have never eaten something so deep and rich in flavor. Powerful. 10000000/10. I’d go back just for 3 bowls of the soup.
Course 3 - an assortment of pork and tofu that I cannot remember fully. Both were phenomenal. The ground pork was perfect. PERFECT.
Course 4 - duck. Yall…….. 😭😭😭😭😭😭 if you’ve been to Sun Wah, turn the dial up a few notches. Insane flavor. Easily the best duck I’ve ever eaten in any setting.
Course 5 - mango sticky rice. No words. Luxurious.
Chef Patty came out to check in with us from the second we walked in the door to the end of the meal. Our waiter Chris was extremely friendly and made us feel like we were eating in someone’s house. I cannot wait to come back. I agree with other reviewers— not that it matters, but I have eaten at several fine dining restaurants and Herb easily competes, blowing many of them right out of the water. More people need to be talking about this restaurant. I cannot wait for the privilege to return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mango \u0026 Sweet Sticky Rice, Betel Leaves, Papaya Salad, Tumeric Trio Mushroom Soup, Crispy Prawn, Chive Dumpling
Had a wonderful meal at Herb. Every dish was a standout, although the frizzy shrimp, the dumpling and my lamb dish, (lamb was substituted for pork) were especially unusual. Chef Patti herself took our order and advised on the menu. Service was welcoming at all times, although a bit eccentric, given the Saturday night rush. The setting is not quite as elegant as it looks in the photos, but very comfortable and a clear step above your neighborhood Asian place. I very much look forward to returning.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
This is my 4th visit to Herb, it is a place I like to share with out of town guests as a unique Chicago experience. We had some confusion with the menus this time, as our group of 5 were given menus that had different information and did not match. Also they do not communicate ahead of time when you make a reservation that everyone in the group has to do the same level of courses, which was confusing to our guests. They would have preferred to order a lesser number of courses, but were told we all needed to do the same thing. The method of ordering this time, going around the table to get everyone's app order, then 2nd app, then main, then dessert was very strange. And then the wrong app was brought to one of the people in our group, as well as a mix up with the drink order.
We had the best experience at Herb! Delicious food in a lovely atmosphere and stellar service. The chef visited our table and was so kind and gracious. We will be back!
This is a wonderful Thai restaurant experience. Great food (the duck disk was awesome), and the place is run by a very attentive restaurateur. Definitely going back.
What a fabulous place! The chef came out to explain the food even before we ordered. The service was good and the food was incredible! I highly recommend this place. I can't wait to go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was introduced of the place from a friend and it was an amazing experience! The food was great, atmosphere was great and I also got to meet the chef who was serious about her dishes. She was such a lovely person as well. I ended up going back with my friend for her birthday, and everything was perfact. I would recommend 1000 percent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Chef and her team curated a beautiful experience! The restaurant was busy, but it still felt quaint and quiet. We had the seven course pairing with wine. I recommend this for any special occasion or just a fun date night. The prawns were amazing!
Just extraordinary food, and unique, not your normal Thai, but all authentic and delicious.
Restaurantji Recommends
The food was amazing! Incredibly well presented, fresh, absolutely delicious. Thai at its very best and beyond. However... We chose the 3 course menu, and while the second item arrived after a long but acceptable time, the third seemed to never reach us. We grew tired and were literally on the brink of leaving when (honestly, after maybe 45-50 minutes) it showed up. For an upscale, expensive restaurant, this is frankly unacceptable. The chef/owner lady was very apologetic, and we accepted the apology. But still...
Celebrated my wedding anniversary here with my husband and it was such a memorable meal. The chef comes to the table, discusses the dishes with you and pours her heart and soul into her craft. A truly memorable dining experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
What an absolutely lovely dining experience! A quiet and small place nestled on the north side. The beautifully presented dishes were all so very flavorful and gorgeous with bright flowers. Patty, the chef and owner, greets you and presents her philosophy on what she shares and why. I have been back several times now introducing family and friends to these delectable dishes. A little gem for Thai food lovers!
My husband and I came in here last night to treat our uncle for hosting us in his city— and a treat it was! Collectively, we tried two thirds of the current menu and each dish was a journey. We ended up sharing each other’s because everything was too good to choose between. Chef Patty Neumson came out to greet us and explain the menu, then brought us the check at the end and asked how our experience was— needless to say the experience was fantastic and a great value. Her creations are inspiring, and her staff is attentive and pleasant. We’ll be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chef Patty creates an amazing menu. The food was beautifully presented and had unique flavors. She takes Thai food to an elevated level. We enjoyed our meal and entire experience
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