3rd time here and might have been the best. Friday night and it was buzzing. We were able to get bar seats and ate there, which was perfect. Live music, food was delish (braised chicken is just so delicious), and everyone on the service team is happy and helpful. This is a fav and we're thankful Evanston is the home of Nakorn!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Curry
Larissa Buchholz
Dear NaKorn Owners and Team, Thank you for making this such a special place. There are very few culinary spaces that are created with true love and dedication in the Chicago area, and when I see them, I am always so appreciative that people don't go with the mainstream but seek to set new standards, because I understand that this is not easy. But that is what your restaurant does so successfully. Impeccable attention to detail in everything - from interior design, to the plates, to the very way the food is arranged.The food itself is so intricate and special in its range of flavors and allows to re-discover Thai food beyond generic American Pad Thai in many facets. A place like yours just feeds the soul. Thank you. I enthusiastically recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ankit Chainani
10 on 10So goad i picked this place for some innovative thai food.Best part is family run and they dont compromise on qualityzDelicious food with some great serviceBe it cocktails or beers both were fantasticNow coming to food: pop corn chicken, papaya saladFor mains: we got coconut curry with chickenAbsolutely loved itI domt remember the dessert but it was something like vegan cake and it was so goodAsk server about that
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rebecca Fyffe
Why hasn’t NaKorn Thai restaurant won awards for the whimsy and beauty of its interior design? It deserves them. Pass through the cerulean curtains into the dining room and you’re greeted by a portrait of Thailand’s King Rama IX rendered in the style of Mao-era propaganda posters. It’s stunning.The bar is made of antique abacuses, yes, the calculating instrument that uses beads on rods to represent decimal places. And abacuses appear elsewhere in the dining room, too. The table bases are the legs and treadles of vintage sewing machines. A flock of bird cages turned into chandeliers lights the dining room. If you’re a design buff, this is a destination restaurant just to take in the decor.Our meal was delicious. The whole fried branzino was so fresh that I ate every part of it, the eyes, the cheeks, the tongue, reducing the head to a pile of splinters. My favorite dish was the turmeric-coconut blue crab curry noodles.Each team member who visited our table shared stories about the origin of each dish and the inspiration behind the decor. Service was extraordinary.NaKorn Thai restaurant1622 Orrington Avenue in Evanston
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
CB429
Had a very nice lunch with a friend. Tried the bits and a lunch plate. The shallots were cooked perfectly with a wonderful chili sauce. The chicken with mushrooms and small potatoes were in a wonderful sauce. Service was terrific.
One of the best restaurant we have been to. Manager, Rush, was so kind. Food was extraordinary and service impeccable. Worth the long drive from Aurora. Will visit again with friends soon.
Carolina Polo
At Nakorn Thai, the Tapioca Pearl Crackers and Chicken Lettuce Wrap were interesting but lacked flavor, needing more sauce to enhance their taste. The quiet ambiance didn’t help the atmosphere, though the host’s warmth and the spotless bathrooms stood out positively. Service was quick and friendly. Despite these pluses, the food’s lack of flavor makes me cautious about reordering these dishes.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 5
Lisa DiCola
If you love delicious food, friendly staff and a sophisticated, yet calming ambience, look no further. The flavor of the banh mi noodles will keep me coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ezra Getzler
This is the first Thai restaurant I have ever been to that charges ($4} for extra lettuce leaves for their larb. If the dish was amazing, maybe I'd understand, but it had only homeopathic quantities of fish sauce. Save your time and money for Siam Noodle and Rice in Uptown.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Some of the best Thai food I've ever had - my duck confit and cocktail (don't remember the name, but it had grilled pineapple and painkiller-like flavors) were outstanding.
We had an amazing experience. Our server Bojan helped us pick some delicious items from the menue. Second time here and he made our experience special. He is honest and not trying just push item from the menu, took time to explain and suggest the best items. We will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
samuel wahl
Early res on a busy Saturday night. Prior to a show at Space, so time was a factor. All I can say is that the personalized service including an unsolicited table side visit from the chef and the generous portions of what turned out to be some of the most unique compositions of Thai flavors I have ever experienced, was a pleasant surprise! I would say that this restaurant delivered one of the most memorable dining experiences I've had in years and I will recommend it to all my friends!! P.S. I have been in the hospitality and restaurant industry most of my life! Good show NaKorn!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Noodle Soup, Duck Confit Red Chili Curry, Steak
Saloni Sahara
This place was delicious!! Came here for a dinner and everything we got was tasty, the atmosphere was very cute, and service was amazing! Great vegetarian selections as well—their eggplant dish was our favorite!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
lorih
This is the best restaurant in Evanston! You truly feel welcomed and that your business is greatly appreciated. Many places don't care anymore or certainly don't show that they care. So many choices to dine at so we try to support the ones that really show that they care. This place is truly a jewel! Oh...and the food is beautifully presented and beyond delicious!!
Rebecca
Oh man - where to start?! From the second we walked in the door, until the last sip of coffee, NaKorn was pure joy! We had a delicious steak w green curry, a complex noodle soup with duck and Chinese greens, sweet potato croquettes ... the list goes on. Each dish was excellently prepared (and presented), all the while the manager shared a delightful story about the wall mural and history of the chefs. The room was charming and warm, perfect for date night. You cant go wrong enjoying a meal here!
3rd time here and might have been the best. Friday night and it was buzzing. We were able to get bar seats and ate there, which was perfect. Live music, food was delish (braised chicken is just so delicious), and everyone on the service team is happy and helpful. This is a fav and we're thankful Evanston is the home of Nakorn!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Curry
Dear NaKorn Owners and Team, Thank you for making this such a special place. There are very few culinary spaces that are created with true love and dedication in the Chicago area, and when I see them, I am always so appreciative that people don't go with the mainstream but seek to set new standards, because I understand that this is not easy. But that is what your restaurant does so successfully. Impeccable attention to detail in everything - from interior design, to the plates, to the very way the food is arranged.The food itself is so intricate and special in its range of flavors and allows to re-discover Thai food beyond generic American Pad Thai in many facets. A place like yours just feeds the soul. Thank you. I enthusiastically recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
10 on 10So goad i picked this place for some innovative thai food.Best part is family run and they dont compromise on qualityzDelicious food with some great serviceBe it cocktails or beers both were fantasticNow coming to food: pop corn chicken, papaya saladFor mains: we got coconut curry with chickenAbsolutely loved itI domt remember the dessert but it was something like vegan cake and it was so goodAsk server about that
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Why hasn’t NaKorn Thai restaurant won awards for the whimsy and beauty of its interior design? It deserves them. Pass through the cerulean curtains into the dining room and you’re greeted by a portrait of Thailand’s King Rama IX rendered in the style of Mao-era propaganda posters. It’s stunning.The bar is made of antique abacuses, yes, the calculating instrument that uses beads on rods to represent decimal places. And abacuses appear elsewhere in the dining room, too. The table bases are the legs and treadles of vintage sewing machines. A flock of bird cages turned into chandeliers lights the dining room. If you’re a design buff, this is a destination restaurant just to take in the decor.Our meal was delicious. The whole fried branzino was so fresh that I ate every part of it, the eyes, the cheeks, the tongue, reducing the head to a pile of splinters. My favorite dish was the turmeric-coconut blue crab curry noodles.Each team member who visited our table shared stories about the origin of each dish and the inspiration behind the decor. Service was extraordinary.NaKorn Thai restaurant1622 Orrington Avenue in Evanston
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had a very nice lunch with a friend. Tried the bits and a lunch plate. The shallots were cooked perfectly with a wonderful chili sauce. The chicken with mushrooms and small potatoes were in a wonderful sauce. Service was terrific.
One of the best restaurant we have been to. Manager, Rush, was so kind. Food was extraordinary and service impeccable. Worth the long drive from Aurora. Will visit again with friends soon.
At Nakorn Thai, the Tapioca Pearl Crackers and Chicken Lettuce Wrap were interesting but lacked flavor, needing more sauce to enhance their taste. The quiet ambiance didn’t help the atmosphere, though the host’s warmth and the spotless bathrooms stood out positively. Service was quick and friendly. Despite these pluses, the food’s lack of flavor makes me cautious about reordering these dishes.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 5
If you love delicious food, friendly staff and a sophisticated, yet calming ambience, look no further. The flavor of the banh mi noodles will keep me coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is the first Thai restaurant I have ever been to that charges ($4} for extra lettuce leaves for their larb. If the dish was amazing, maybe I'd understand, but it had only homeopathic quantities of fish sauce. Save your time and money for Siam Noodle and Rice in Uptown.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Some of the best Thai food I've ever had - my duck confit and cocktail (don't remember the name, but it had grilled pineapple and painkiller-like flavors) were outstanding.
Restaurantji Recommends
We had an amazing experience. Our server Bojan helped us pick some delicious items from the menue. Second time here and he made our experience special. He is honest and not trying just push item from the menu, took time to explain and suggest the best items. We will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Early res on a busy Saturday night. Prior to a show at Space, so time was a factor. All I can say is that the personalized service including an unsolicited table side visit from the chef and the generous portions of what turned out to be some of the most unique compositions of Thai flavors I have ever experienced, was a pleasant surprise! I would say that this restaurant delivered one of the most memorable dining experiences I've had in years and I will recommend it to all my friends!! P.S. I have been in the hospitality and restaurant industry most of my life! Good show NaKorn!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Noodle Soup, Duck Confit Red Chili Curry, Steak
This place was delicious!! Came here for a dinner and everything we got was tasty, the atmosphere was very cute, and service was amazing! Great vegetarian selections as well—their eggplant dish was our favorite!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is the best restaurant in Evanston! You truly feel welcomed and that your business is greatly appreciated. Many places don't care anymore or certainly don't show that they care. So many choices to dine at so we try to support the ones that really show that they care. This place is truly a jewel! Oh...and the food is beautifully presented and beyond delicious!!
Oh man - where to start?! From the second we walked in the door, until the last sip of coffee, NaKorn was pure joy! We had a delicious steak w green curry, a complex noodle soup with duck and Chinese greens, sweet potato croquettes ... the list goes on. Each dish was excellently prepared (and presented), all the while the manager shared a delightful story about the wall mural and history of the chefs. The room was charming and warm, perfect for date night. You cant go wrong enjoying a meal here!