Chicago | New Thai Restaurant Exploration 🔥

Another delicious Thai restaurant in Chicago! The ambiance is super atmospheric, and overall, it’s a Thai restaurant that nails both aesthetics and flavor! 💰🈶️ The lunch special for $25 is an absolute steal, including a starter, main course, and dessert. ⚠️ However, the service can be a bit slow. We waited a long time to be seated, so I’d recommend visiting outside of peak meal times to avoid the wait. ✅ Must-Try Dishes: 1️⃣ PAD KRA PAO | Spicy Basil Pork Fried Rice The juicy and spicy minced pork is stir-fried with holy basil in a storm! Be sure to choose the minced pork version. The pork is fragrant and spicy, infused with the aroma of holy basil 🍃, and when mixed with rice 🍚, it’s impossible to stop at just two bowls! 2️⃣ PINEAPPLE FRIED RICE Chunks of pineapple 🍍 wrapped in curry gold! The combination of cashews 🥜, eggs 🥚, and onions 🧅 is perfect. The sweetness of the pineapple and the slight spiciness of the curry create a rich flavor profile. The fried rice is perfectly cooked, and you won’t be able to stop eating! 3️⃣ DUCK RED CURRY Large pieces of crispy duck meat 🍗, tender on the inside and crispy on the outside, are braised in fragrant red curry until they fall off the bone. The fruity aroma of lychees 🍇 and pineapple 🍍 adds a touch of sweetness, and the curry sauce is perfect for mixing with rice and spoon-licking good! 4️⃣ SPICY POMELO CRAB SALAD Pomelo segments burst like juicy caviar ✨, mixed with the sweetness of crab meat 🦀 and the tanginess of pomelo 🍋. It’s refreshing with a hint of spiciness and an excellent palate cleanser! #Chicago #ChicagoFood #UniversityofChicago #ChicagoLife #ThaiCuisine