Paulas Thai Kitchen - Chicago

If could give more than 10 for the service I’ll do it. The staff was so nice and helpful, I’ll come back. The food was delicious with a bus variety of option to choose from, you won’t regret going to Paula’s kitchen.Vegetarian options: Plenty of them an delicious, I’m vegetarian and we ordered 2 different dishes

Treat yourself to the Thai Noodle Soup – it’s absolutely delicious! You can add any meat you like because everything tastes amazing. Personally, I enjoy mine with chicken and extra veggies. At home, I like to enhance it with my own seasonings, but honestly, it doesn’t even need it! The vegetables are infused perfectly in the broth and become incredibly tender. Enjoy!

Every time I'm in Lincoln Common, Paula is on my radar. If you appreciate family-style Thai cuisine, you should definitely add Paula to your list. I personally believe that summer is the best season to enjoy Paula—its sweet, sour, and spicy flavors are a perfect complement to summertime in Chicago. My top recommendations are the House Salad (with fried pork belly) and the Tom Yum soup (though it could use some improvement in presentation).

The experience was truly outstanding in every aspect. The food was served flawlessly and was incredibly tasty. I can't wait to return and sample more of the menu!

Paula’s has consistently been my favorite Thai place in Chicago for a long time, as I could easily recount over 15 visits. What sets it apart is its knack for offering more unique, authentic Thai dishes that you don't find everywhere. One of my go to dishes every time is their spicy basil preserved eggs a flavor that I have rarely encountered elsewhere. On our most recent visit, we tried out eggplant mussels curry, Larb salad, and their spicy squid soup (a personal favorite). As always, every dish hits the right spot.Though, it’s worth noting that the service can be a bit hit or miss, depending on the day. Sometimes they're on top of things, and other times they're a bit aloof. Also, the menu prices have taken a hike over the years (with many menu items being close to $20 currently), which is a bit of a bummer. But for the outstanding Thai food options and flavors, I'll still swing by now and then.