Cozy Noodles & Rice
TEMPORARILY CLOSED$ •
1018 Davis St, Evanston
(847) 733-0101
About Cozy Noodles & Rice
Cozy Noodles & Rice Reviews
I stopped into Cozy Kitchen today to grab a quick $7 order of egg rolls before my beauty appointment next door. Simple, right? Nope. The woman behind the counter took one look and told me there was a $15 card minimum—and flat-out refused to take my order.
No sign. No workaround. Just a hard no.
At my appointment, I told my friend what happened. She goes there often and said she’s never had an issue paying under $10 with a card. She usually grabs just a Thai tea—no...read full review
The dessert! And service!
The dessert! And service!
Menu
Cozy Noodles & Rice offers delightful food with vegetarian options and a gluten-free menu. The restaurant provides great service, making for a wonderful dining experience. The atmosphere is fun and low-key, with engaging, nostalgic decor that sparks great dinner conversations. Guests have praised the food, describing dishes like the pad Thai, Nan Tok, and Evanston curry noodles as the best they have ever had, with some calling it better than other Thai places in the area. The chicken pad Thai and baby eggrolls are favorites—crispy, flavorful, and perfectly portioned—while the basil chicken and Masaman curry are highly recommended for their fresh herbs, spice, and rich, comforting flavors. The staff, run by the owner Bee, are friendly, attentive, and quick to check on guests. Beverages like Strawberry Mango and Mango Lemonade mocktails add a beautiful and divine touch to the meal. However, some guests have noted an overpowering air freshener smell, which the restaurant attributes to covering up a musty odor from an adjoining space. Overall, Cozy Noodles & Rice is more than just a neighborhood Thai restaurant—it is a local gem and among the best Thai food in the area.