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Name: Thai Lagoon
Address: 2322 W North Ave, Chicago, IL, 60647
Telephone: (773) 489-5747
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 3.34

Thai Lagoon

2322 W North Ave, Chicago, IL, 60647

(773) 489-5747
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Thai Lagoon Menu

Appetizers

Fresh Thai Spring Rolls

Fresh Vietnamese Spring Rolls

Crispy Tofu

Egg Rolls

Fried Vietnamese Rolls

Cream Cheese Or Mushroom Wontons

Crab Rangoon

Sauteed Gyoza Dumplings

Shrimp Shumai (steamed Or Fried)

Satay

Shrimp Rolls

Shrimp Tempura

Cucumber Salad

Edamame

Appetizer Platter
Soups

Vegetable Soup

Miso Soup

Tom Yum

Tom Kha
Salads

Cucumber Tofu

Garden Tofu

Crispy Rice Namsod

Grilled Beef Or Grilled Tofu

Yum Woonsen

Yum Seafood

Laguna Salad
Noodles And Rice

Pad Thai

Pad See-eiw Noodles

Ladnar Noodles

Keemow Noodles

Pad Woonsen Glass Noodles

House Somen Noodles

Stir-fried Egg Noodles

Curry Fried Rice

Fried Rice Sauteed

Pineapple Fried Rice

Fried Rice Combo

Fried Rice Basil & Pepper
Entrees

Lemongrass Chicken Sauteed

Basil Chicken Sauteed

Ginger Sauteed

Grilled Chinese Eggplant Sauteed

Chicken Cashew

Bangkok Saute

Beef Broccoli

Laguna Veggies

Greens Sauteed (chinese Broccoli Spinach Or Both)

Pad Prig Sauteed

Sauteed Mixed Vegetables

Pepper And Garlic Simmered

Yellow Curry

Mussaman Curry Lighter Curry

Red Curry

Panang Curry

Green Curry

Tamarind Curry

Grilled Salmon

Sesame Tuna Steaks

Pla Rad Prig Crispy Whole Red Snapper
Extras

Extra Portion

Side Of Steamed Noodles Or Crispy Noodles

Extra Pint Of Rice Peanut Sauce

Healthy Meal suggestions for Thai Lagoon

Appetizers

Fresh Thai Spring Rolls [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fresh Vietnamese Spring Rolls [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Crispy Tofu [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Egg Rolls [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fried Vietnamese Rolls [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cream Cheese Or Mushroom Wontons [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Crab Rangoon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sauteed Gyoza Dumplings [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Shrimp Shumai (steamed Or Fried) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Satay [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Shrimp Rolls [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Shrimp Tempura [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cucumber Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Edamame [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Appetizer Platter [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Soups

Vegetable Soup [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Miso Soup [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tom Yum [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tom Kha [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Salads

Cucumber Tofu [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Garden Tofu [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Crispy Rice Namsod [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Beef Or Grilled Tofu [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Yum Woonsen [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Yum Seafood [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Laguna Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Noodles And Rice

Pad Thai [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pad See-eiw Noodles [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ladnar Noodles [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Keemow Noodles [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pad Woonsen Glass Noodles [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

House Somen Noodles [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Stir-fried Egg Noodles [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Curry Fried Rice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fried Rice Sauteed [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pineapple Fried Rice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fried Rice Combo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fried Rice Basil & Pepper [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Entrees

Lemongrass Chicken Sauteed [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Basil Chicken Sauteed [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ginger Sauteed [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Chinese Eggplant Sauteed [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Cashew [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bangkok Saute [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Beef Broccoli [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Laguna Veggies [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Greens Sauteed (chinese Broccoli Spinach Or Both) [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pad Prig Sauteed [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sauteed Mixed Vegetables [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pepper And Garlic Simmered [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Yellow Curry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mussaman Curry Lighter Curry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Red Curry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Panang Curry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Green Curry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tamarind Curry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Salmon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sesame Tuna Steaks [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pla Rad Prig Crispy Whole Red Snapper [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Extras

Extra Portion [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Side Of Steamed Noodles Or Crispy Noodles [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Extra Pint Of Rice Peanut Sauce [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Kara B.

This review is just for their take out as I've never dined in. However, each time I have picked up food there have been plenty of people inside and the atmosphere seems nice. Thai Lagoon is our go- to thai takeout in the area. It's good every single time and we always know what we are getting. It's that good "I'm not feeling adventurous and want to eat good food that I know is good" kind of place. My usuals include Pad Thai, Pad See Ew, Panang Chicken, and Cashew Chicken. All amazing. The crab rangoons are pretty much a must as well. Order from here on your next movie marathon for sure.
(4)
Juliana T.

Meh... I had ordered from here maybe 3 years ago now... And wasn't blown away, but decided to go in for dinner after work a few months ago. Definitely had the same sentiments as I did 3 years ago. Service was okay, food was okay, price was okay... Overall, it was okay... There are other Thai places in the neighborhood that I prefer, but due to the convenience of its location I might be back. Maybe.
(3)
Delia H.

I've gotten takeout and delivery from here a handful of times now and it's usually pretty good. But today it was seriously the worst thai food I've ever eaten in my life. I got the pineapple chicken fried rice (pretty standard) and the chicken was chewy and straight up burnt. The peppers were soggy somehow and the egg was burnt to a crisp. My boyfriend got chicken pad thai and his egg, noodles, and chicken was burnt as well. Also I felt super sick after I ate it and I didn't even eat that much of it. Anyway, if I were actually eating at the restaurant I would have sent my food back and I've never done that in my life. I probably won't order from here ever again.
(1)
Kim S.

This place has amazing food and friendly service for pick up and dine in. However, their delivery service has let me down. Instead of a 45-1 hour wait as promised, it took 1.5+ hours to arrive at my doorstep. Disappointing.
(3)
Rachel W.

A decent Thai restaurant with excellent service. Their lunch special (appetizer and soup of the day and an entree) is a great deal and is pretty good. I got crab rangoons, a sweet and sour soup, and a thick rice-noodle dish (whose name I completely forgot). Everything was pretty good, you can't get a better deal for lunch in Wicker Park.
(4)
Whitney W.

I got the green tofu curry lunch special here (but I didn't get anything but my entree)... It was good, but their tofu is very chewy. I would steer clear of that. There's also a lady that works there who was very rude. I saw a customer asked for something and she walked away and literally huffed and puffed and mumbled something under her breath. She has a very "what do you want? Hurry up and get out of my face" attitude. If I find out what days She's off I'd consider going back...
(2)
Lindsay Y.

The pad Thai I ordered was pretty average, not great and the prices were reasonable. The highlight of my dining experience was the Thai iced teas and being surrounded by all of the cool artwork on the walls.
(2)
Lily Z.

Today, I picked up my lunch order from Thai Lagoon. We ordered crab rangoon (the wonton skin wasn't rock hard like others which I liked. Very soft and creamy on the inside), lunch special of pad see ewe with an appetizer and soup (decent amount of pad see ewe, surprised to see two more crab rangoon as an appetizer, but what happened to the soup? I didn't see it in the order at all), tom ka soup with shrimp (good flavor) and kee mow (good portion, nice flavor). Overall, the meal was very satisfactory. Their lunch specials are a pretty good value.
(3)
Alexandria T.

We attempted to have dinner at a nearby restaurant, but after waiting nearly two hours, we decided to head over to Thai Lagoon. I had takeout from here one other time, but I wasn't that impressed, but I'm always willing to give places a second try. It was later on a Saturday evening, but they had plenty of tables open, and we were seated right away. It is BYOB, and right away, they offered to bring over cups for our beer. We declined, but it was nice to receive some service immediately. We started with the veggie gyoza, which was just alright. I don't think gyoza is my favorite that's all. I got the masaman curry with tofu. It was super tasty and hit the spot. I was much more impressed with our visit the second time around. The service was attentive and quick. Not much more I could ask for.
(4)
Anony P.

Ordered a beef dish from here twice. Terrible. Unless you like chewing underseasoned beef, realizing its a glob of fat, and then spitting it out for every single piece of beef in the dish.
(2)
Alexander F.

Ordered delivery from them a couple days ago. Delivery & prices were fine. It was just really bland & basic. Our dishes all tasted pretty much the same.
(2)
Emma G.

Entrees are hit or miss but crab rangoons are my fav in the neighborhood. Ordered for delivery so I couldn't speak to the restaurant experience. Delivery Service is quick and food is still hot so it meets those requirements. Cheap, okay Asian.
(3)
J B.

Excellent prices, but I'd be willing to pay extra for better quality food & friendlier service. I regularly pick up orders here, and the employees are always running around too stressed to be friendly, but yet the restaurant is empty. You could at least smile and say thank you when I give you business.
(2)
Joshua M.

Decent Thai food. I always saw this restaurant on Grub Hub but always kind of skimmed right past it. One night I thought to myself "Why haven't I ever tried this place?" So I did. Their paht thai is good, and their ability to give you a proper spice level is spot-on. It's a very solid example of good paht thai. Their paht si io was good too. Delivery was kind of slow. About an hour and 20 minutes slow. The driver was apologetic. Prices are pretty good. No chopsticks/plastic silverware in the delivery.
(4)
Michelle V.

I don't understand why this place isn't always busy, or at least during dinner time. Same waitress every time and she's always quick. The quality of the food is always great no matter take out or delivery. Always satisfied with thai lagoon.
(5)
Holly J.

My go-to thai spot. Not because its the best thai food you will ever have, but it is quick and cheap. Highly recommend picking up takeout over delivery as delivery times can be spotty.
(4)
Pris S.

It's sad I use to order from here in the past and thought it was decent. I ordered here yesterday and it took my food 1.5 hours to get here. When I finally started to eat I found a hair on one of vegetables not happy!
(1)
Heidi M.

I ordered delivery and was given a time estimate of one hour. After two hours of wait time I called (because I thought maybe the order got lost), after putting me on hold for quite some time I was told "it's on the way. 2-3 minutes." Aftering waiting an additional 40 minutes post phone call, my food finally arrived. I am very disappointed with this service, however, the food was quite good so I may give it one more shot sometime and hope that this experience was just a fluke.
(2)
Justin G.

Need a Thai fix? Want to bring your own drinks? Do you also like a giant cat watching you eat? Well, look no further! Thai Lagoon is an open space, nice smaller tables, good for smaller groups of maybe 4-6. A liquor store is down the street so grab some beer or wine. First off, Crab Ragoon, is hands down the best I've had so far in the city. I have had many variations on a very basic appetizer, but this one is not only nice and creamy but just enough of a crispy shell to go with it. Just plain awesome. Spring rolls also very tasty, and had a great outer wrap- had a lot of unexpected flavor, not just a lot of salt. Now I ate a fairly basic fried rice with Tofu, but it was very fresh, good flavor and the portion size was huge. So plenty to fill up, nice flavor - can't really ask for much more. I gave this place 4 stars because not only was the food good, but it was exactly what we were looking for that night. I reserve 5 stars for a second visit. But absolutely no complaints, friendly service, good food. If you want Thai, go now.
(4)
Liam M.

Thai Lagoon is good. The pad Thai is excellent as is the crab Rangoon. I've had both many times. They're always quick and the order is always right. It hits the spot just right. I plan to return many times.
(4)
Mira S.

More like 3.5 stars, but I'd go back and I'd recommend it in the area, so why not round up? It's a no-frills kind of place, simple but nice. The red and green curries were both quite tasty, not necessarily way above average or above expectations, but I wasn't disappointed. The curries come in a big, asymmetric bowl, and there's way more currry than rice, which is how it should be. The shrimp shumai I wouldn't do again, though. They nicely steamed it instead of frying it, although we technically were ordering off the menu. But it wasn't great, was probably frozen for a while, and the sauce was weirdly sweet and very thick and just not a great match, although maybe it would have been better with fried shumai. The restaurant is nicely full in the evenings, but even on a Friday there's some space available--people say delivery is slow, but I'd just go in to sit down or pick up, I guess.
(4)
Mandy V.

Love the decor of this place! Friendly staff. We had the spring rolls, pad Thai, and pad see iew. Diners get to drink out of little glass jars. Staff is very friendly. Food was great! Very intimate ambiance. Good for a quiet date on a Friday night.
(4)
Nissy A.

Ordered delivery on New Year's Day, we ordered the pad Thai and Penang noodles. They were both pretty good, nothing amazing but pretty standard for Thai food in Chicago. I've had better but have also had worse. Would order from here again. Good portion sizes.
(4)
Marissa D.

This place seemed a little overwhelmed when I came in with a group of 7. Everyone got there dishes at different times, along with the wrong dish. When we ordered appetizers and our meals we had to get the attention of the waitress who seem to be doing other stuff. The food was Ok for what it was but was not great. I more than likely will not be coming back especially with a big group.
(3)
molly w.

Thai Lagoon is our go-to delivery for Thai. We order delivery from here probably once a week, so I'd say I'm a good judge of the food. I've only dined in once and it was years ago, so this review is only for the food, not the restaurant experience. I've tried several dishes here, rice, noodle, meat, non-meat. The flavors for everything have always been good, I think that Thai Lagoon ranks near the top for Thai in Chicago. My biggest gripe with Thai restaurants is consistency... or lack thereof. Thai Lagoon is about a 7/10 for consistency, and this is higher than most other competitors, which is why we continue to go back. Beware, when ordering from GrubHub, their notifications on delivery are WAY off. it's good that they estimate on the longer side, but usually we'll get a text that the food is on the way after we've finished eating.
(5)
Katie V.

We've ordered from here a lot - fresh msg free thai food. However, lately their spice level is out of control. Just too spicy to enjoy and they do not pay attention to the requested spice level entered. (And I like a bit of spice to my food) Their crab ragoon has 10% crab and 90% cream cheese. Sadly, we will not be ordering from them anymore.
(2)
Yvette J.

Wonderful food and timely delivery. We had the spring rolls, which were a little doughy for my taste. Followed by the Vietnamese rolls, awesome, Tom Kha soup, loved and finally the Panang curry. I should have ordered more rice because the curry helping was large and amazing.
(4)
Karen N.

The food is good but their customer service is poor. I ordered through GrubHub and after being told the food would arrive within 50 minutes, I waited another half hour with still no food. When they were contacted they apologized stating that the order was misplaced and that it would take another 45 mins for the order to arrive (I should have just cancelled the order). When I asked to speak to a manager about it, there was nobody available. GrubHub tried to have part of the order comped but were told nobody was available to make that decision. I attempted to speak to a manager twice the following day and was told nobody was available. When I asked what time a manager would be in I was told, "they don't have set hours, they just come and go". Very disappointing service!
(2)
Anna E.

I am a little saddened by the thought that this review should be five stars. It was five stars as little as a year ago. But somehow, things just haven't been working for me and Thai Lagoon. It used to be my favorite thai place in Chicago. I would order delivery or pick-up once every two weeks or so (which is a lot for me). But over time, the shine has worn off. It's not a bad place to eat, but no longer special. Some of the dishes aren't as good as they used to be. Take the panang curry, for example. When I first started ordering from Thai Lagoon, the panang curry was nice and spicy when ordered medium, as it should be. Not burn the roof of your mouth, but spicy. The sauce was thick and full of jalapenos and basil and better than any other in the city. Now unfortunately, there isn't much spice, the sauce is watery, and there are typically only three lonely pieces of chicken floating at the top. Shame! And I don't get the sushi on the weekend thing, particularly when you call on a Friday at 6:00 and they "don't have sushi tonight." Oh, come back to me Thai Lagoon! Give me your old panang curry one more time and I promise, all is forgotten.
(3)
Patrick O.

Food: Very good Thai. Worth a trip or two. Recommendation: On the weekend you can get any of the curry with salmon. Also, they have sushi on the weekends. Price: Reasonable. Other: BYOB so don't forget a bottle or two. Frequency: When I lived in Wicker Park, I ate here twice a month.
(3)
Eric R.

Outstanding. I ordered some Tom Yum soup (amazing) and Lardnar with seafood (amazinger). A friend recommended this place, and I'm pissed that I didn't try this place earlier. I've lived 2 blocks from this place for 2 years, and didn't even know about it. Its going to be a staple now. I can't wait to go back.
(5)
Becky S.

This place is so-so. The delivery is really quick. They will say 45 min to an hour but my food came in 30 min! The crab ragoon was excellent. The Pad Thai was very subpar though. They did a good job at making it spicy though. Also - the biggest downer is that they must have some sort of hidden fee. They claim they dont have a delivery charge but my bill pre tax came to $11.95 but I was charged $16.29. So they tacked on $3 probably. Kind of ridiculous - Im so close by and if it winter would have walked over there. Mostly it was annoying that their website on grub hub says no charge.
(3)
Jen K.

The lunch special is awesome! Definitely had leftovers for dinner! The sweet and sour cabbage soup was the highlight. The pad thai was delicious but the chicken was pretty dry...
(4)
Brian W.

Thai Lagoon = one of the few things I miss about my short tenure in Wicker Park. I have fond memories of walking there amid fresh snow and being enveloped by the womb-like reddish orange glow. The lemongrass chicken, cashew chicken, and sauteed eggplant all hit the spot. And the cream cheese wontons are a gooey-fun starter. I'll admit I am not a Thai food conoisseur, but I love this place -- so take that to mean what you will.
(5)
Megan G.

I had to take few days to cool off from the hotness that was this meal before I posted my review. Maybe it was the fact that I was there with 6 of my closest friends. Maybe it was the fact that I the manager/server fit our party of 7 in even though it was approx 25% of his dining area after another party of 12 was seated and we had no reservation. Maybe it was the wine and beer that was flowing. But then again, maybe it was the fantastic food and atmosphere that made me so happy after this meal. Thai Lagoon was one of my favorite Thai dining experiences in Chicago thus far. Thai food doesn't have to be fancy; in fact, I prefer it not to be. There is definitely something to be said for a cozy dining atmosphere though. Did I feel like I was magically beamed over to Thailand for dinner? No. The service was nice (the bus boy called me darling), the place was quaint (read: small) but the food is what really stood out during my visit here. We started off with crab Rangoon (a staple to any Thai joint imo), gyoza and some edamame. Everything was delicious and cooked just the way I liked it. Everyone at the table was happy, but the real star of the night were the entrees. I ordered pad see eiu with chicken which was really good. Great flavor and the broccoli was still crisp, which earns big points for me. I had a chance to sample everyones meal and loved absolutely everything that touched my lips. The pad thai was delicious and didn't have an overwhelming peanut flavor that it sometimes can have. The best dish was the red curry. It was so flavorful with just the right amount of spice that I am already ordering it for myself in my head. The pork fried rice was tasty as well. All in all, our bill was surprisingly low and I have never ever dined out with a happier group of 6 in my life (and that is a bold statement).
(5)
Kirstie S.

This is my favorite Thai place in the city. The waiters are friendly and all have excellent taste in music. (This is the *only* Thai restaurant that actually plays good music consistently) The food is also great-my favorite is the Tamarind Curry but I also really like Khee Mao with crispy noodles and Tom Ka soup. They do a great job with vegetarian dishes and tofu but they also have plenty of meat options as well. Overall, a very comfortable environment to eat and one of my places to go in the city. It's also very reasonably priced for portion size (which is just right) BYOB
(5)
Sohni S.

Delicious and affordable, no frills, just good food! I highly recommend the delicious and wonderful red coconut curried chicken. Comes with white rice and is one of the most tastiest dishes I've ever had! Truly mouthwatering. They have different curry sauces but the red is by far the best. Reminds me of tika masala or a tomato cream sauce in terms of looks and consistency- very delicious though. The crispy rice namsod is also a MUST. Crispy rice with chicken in a wonderful lime juice. I always have them hold the cilantro as it can be a bit overpowering. But overall a wonderful dish! Great food with some wonderful flavors! Looking forward to trying their pad thai next.
(4)
Sarah T.

Three words: crispy ..... rice .... namsod If you've tried this "salad" you know what I mean and are thinking right now would be a good time to get your nam sad fix. I like to ask for spinach instead of lettuce....this is another dish I MUST get regularly to avoid getting the shakes from addiction withdrawal.
(5)
Tate B.

Figuring out a star rating for Thai Lagoon threw me into a moral dilemma. I really liked that they clearly stated that anything could be made vegan... But my fried rolls were literally swimming in oil. The mussaman curry with tofu was tasty... But the tom kha was weird and not good. When I asked the waiter for extra tofu, he said "That's how we do it here"... It was true! The ambiance was cute. I'd go there on a date and order the Mussaman curry again. Three stars, Thai Lagoon, three stars.
(3)
Mark S.

Their thai curries are so good that it has ruined every other thai place in town. After trying the curries here, nothing else compares.
(5)
Samantha G.

I remember this place being the best back in the day- grammar school and high school. I use to crave their dishes! Now that I am older and have experienced other Thai restaurants this place is ok and it is now just back up if I just want something quick and cheap. There is nothing special and have been disappointed with the quality of their take out the last 4 times. The food did not taste fresh and the noodles tasted dry and reheated. I have been very loyal because it once was the best and I have hope they will/can change.
(3)
Annamarie F.

This place is our Thai Place Down The Street. It's the first place I ate at in Chicago after finding my apartment, and it's been dear to my heart since. The panang curry is wonderful, the Pad Thai is great, and there is only one thing I've ordered and not liked (some soup with spinach, weird). I have a friend who lived in Thailand for a while that says the food isn't the most authentic he's had, but he still likes it. I'm down with that. This is one of the restaurants we most often bring out-of-town guests to. It's fairly inexpensive, there is a large variety of food, and it's a great place to introduce people to Thai food. You'd be amazed how many people I know who have never even tried tofu, so we get the Crispy Tofu appetizer all the time. The service is also one of the best parts of this place. I think I have a bias of enjoying being served by hipsters at this point, but the service is chatty and playful, as well as on-the-ball and looking to please. We're often remembered in little ways like bringing extra limes out with the pad thai, and generally just getting a smile. Also once we were there in the winter, and the heater had just died. To thank us for sticking it out as the temp began to dip, we were provided with unlimited free hot tea, large soup for the price of small soup, and all the banter and jokes about the cold that we could want.
(5)
Tracy L.

sooo good! ordered what the waiter recommended and loved it. Amazing crab ragoons
(5)
Monique O.

I love this place. I live within a rock throwing distance of my apt and I always order the exact same thing. Fresh Vietnamese Spring Rolls, Crab Ragoon, Basil Chicken with rice, and Sauteed Greens with pork and fat noodles and every time it's delicious. If you decide to order out make sure you call it in because everything is made to order and you'll be waiting a while and getting frustrated, better to call and walk over!
(4)
Ica F.

OH MY GOD HOW CAN ANYONE GIVE THIS PLACE ANY STARS! I love Thai food and have been trying restaurants all over Chicago. I had the unfortunate experience of going to this place. The staff was friendly, but the food was soooo bad. Where to begin? The tom kha soup was coconut milk dumped into water with some button mushroom and chicken pieces thrown in. No flavor at all! Not lemony, spicy and luscious as it should be! My main dish was soo bad I can't even remember what I ordered. It sure as heck didn't taste like anything Thai. There were noodles involved I think and some sort of sauce......bad. The same was true of my four friends dishes. Flavorless and greasy. Bad, bad, bad. Not Thai at all.
(1)
Kevin A.

CONFESSION OK, I admit it. I like Americanized Thai food. That's right, I said it. Hold the hater-ade, cause sometimes I just want me my pad thai, spring rolls, and sweet curries all washed down with some Stellas from the liquor store down the street (gotta love BYOB) in which case Thai Lagoon totally fits the bill.
(3)
Car M.

Thai Lagoon is one block from my house... so I've ordered from there a lot! It's solid. The crab rangoon is fantastic and recently I've been on a kick for the satays which also rock my world. It's alot of food - so plan on several meals of leftovers. The panang curry is good, as is the pad se ew.
(3)
Ash D.

I loved this place. The "thai tea" was awesome! Very Sweet! Just the way I like it. We started off with Crab Rangoon. Ya know thinking it was like the kind you get at a chinese place. WRONG! absolutely HUGE pieces of crab were in these! I had the Pad thai. It was really yummy. My friend had some type of curry sauce thing....haha sorry not sure what its called...but it was really good too. The service was great, and the art on the walls was a lot of fun too. :)
(4)
Brad S.

I've lived across the street from this place since it opened. I have never had a dish here that I didn't like. Crab rangoon is near perfection- with whole crab stick! Egg roles! It really does kick ass! The currys and somen are outstanding. Same goes for the cashew chicken. Ordered a maki there for the first time the other night and was happy. Here you have a lot of options- and you really can't go wrong. Pry on your skinny jeans, grab your androgynous girl/boyfriend and a case of PBR, and prepare for a great meal.
(5)
Brenna O.

I wish I could give 3 and 1/2 stars, because that's what I would rate Thai Lagoon. We ordered yellow curry with chicken and massaman curry with tofu, and they were both pretty tasty with rice. I really enjoyed the yellow curry because the basil with the spices and chicken were just so good! Even better the next day as leftovers, which the same can't be said for some other restaurants. The massaman curry was very different from what I am used to, there were a lot of vegetables mixed in and it was not as spicy, but it was still pretty good. The waiter was great and I enjoyed the laid back atmosphere. One problem with the small space is that when people come in the front door you get a blast of cold air to the face, and it's hard to avoid no matter where you sit.
(4)
Janna V.

really good delivery-- I always get the tamarind curry and it is yummy. The crab rangoons are some of the best ever-- good balance and bad for you...just the way i like it. i've never eaten in-- but for quick thai eats its very good. I still prefer garlic and chili on lasalle but this delivers to my house.
(4)
Faye S.

This place does not say Thai to me. It reminds me more of a Chinese joint. My PadThai was very sweet and soggy. My bf's combo fried rice was alright but does not taste like Thai fried rice. If you really want Thai food, don't go there. If you like sweet food, you might like it.
(2)
Dan W.

Went into Thai Lagoon for the first time in awhile and yes the ownership has changed along with the crab rangoon. From my experience everything was as good as I remember it though. Some food items seem to be altered a bit but just as tasty and brought to you with great service, albeit it was lunch and not too busy. Our server was very friendly and ready to make out visit a pleasure.
(5)
Michelle L.

I live around the corner from this place and eaten there a few times, each time after forgetting how disappointing the last experience was. Like me, you might think "Oh, it might be better next time. Maybe I misordered." It will not be better next time!! Any of the noodle dishes are a sticky sweet oily mess with little flavor maybe a dash of veg and a bit of overly fried egg. The spring rolls are also bland, with a dipping sauce that tastes like sweet water with a few chili flakes in it. The green papaya salad is a limp wet mass with barely detectable dressing, depressing chicago unripe tomatoes and a few uncrushed too hard peanuts. The prices are standard Thai but I always felt ripped off after eating there. I am not anti-fusion or someone who must always eat "authentic". Americanized or whatever this place is just not tasty.
(2)
James R.

My girlfriend orders the lemon-grass chicken everytime we go here and she loves it. It is like nothing that I have had before. I usually go with the pad thai which is pretty good. I have also had their house noodle special which is also good, but only order it if you are dinning in and order it with beef. It is also byob Definitely recommend going here if you are in the wicker park/bucktown area and looking for Thai. Only thing it is missing is the 'Wow" factor.
(3)
ni n.

Worst Thai food ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!! For starters, it took them over an hour to get to my house (and I live in the neighborhood). I am not sure for how long the tempura had been in that container... It was soft and the pieces were stuck to each other... And the pad see ew... I LOVE pad see ew, it's my favorite Thai dish, and this has been the worst one in my whole life. I will never ever order from here again :(
(1)
Victoria S.

Delivery or take out, Thai Lagoon offers amazing Thai cuisine at reasonable prices. I always have leftovers, portions are large! ;)
(5)
mike l.

wow, there should not be so much drama in a dining experience. I'd like to skip the drama & talk only about the food, but I'm way too judgemental for that! We started with the mushroom wontons. At first, I was really impressed, but after thinking about them, they were really unimpressive. it was just a wonton wrapper folded around some canned straw mushrooms. No flavoring, no vegetables, nothing. Just canned mushrooms. The main dishes came 90 minutes later. No explanation, nothing. Our waiter, Jack Johnson, was quite friendly. So, we dig into our food and it's pretty good. The crispy pad see ewe was so crispy it was chewy. My jaw hurt. The sauteed greens with seafood was really nice. There was a nice amount of shrimp and it wasn't too chaulky. That was until I pulled the long thread of shredded brillo out of it. We honestly didn't care. Shit happens, especially in local places. I'd much rather have this than a meal at an Olive Garden in Generica anyday. Jack Johnson, our gentle, guitar-strumming surfer waiter immediately said dinner was on the house. Quite nice. We fought but he insisted. I made my way over the counter where Jack was on the phone. I grabbed a take out menu, thanked him again & then left him a ten RIGHT NEXT TO HIM. We grabbed our leftovers and took off. Jack apparently didn't the tip because he came out and said "guys, I've never done this before, but you couldn't even leave a tip!?" So, we were astonished & reassuring, he was embarrased and apologetic. We took off because thai shouldn't be filled with that much drama.
(3)
liliana z.

Honestly, we won't be ordering from this place again. The beef salad was very good and flavorful, but that's about all I can say. The pad see eiw was full of way-too-bitter greens and not enough broccoli, (even though I paid the added $2.00 for extra) the spring rolls were boring and not made with rice paper which I prefer, and the curry fried rice was strangely mushy and had these HUGE chunks of green onions. (And actually wasn't very curry-ish) Also, rice was not included with my pad see eiw and I wish they (and all varieties of asian take out restaurants) would note when a side order of rice is and isn't included. We assumed rice was included because when we went to edit the details of the item, there was an option for "extra rice", which we took to mean that there would already be some. (N.B. We ordered take out through grub hub)
(2)
Lindley E.

Another hater... sure the food tastes good. But this isn't good thai food. It is hipster-fangled tasty grub that will please your vegetarian friend who hasn't been eating around town much and doesn't care to. I was introduced to this place by a dude who was an food idiot and it didn't improve my opinion of him.
(1)
Robin W.

The service was a little slow, BUT I really enjoyed my meal. I got the curried fried rice with chicken, which was delicious and spicy (love spicy)! The restaurant is quaint and a little trendy. I had been here a looong time ago with a large group for a birthday and remembered liking it, though I did have a lot of wine that night! Gotta love BYOB. Lagoon has a $3 corkage fee, but the food is pretty cheap so it balances out.
(4)
Seth P.

Good place for Japanese influenced Thai-ish food.
(4)
Mike L.

I enjoy spicy food, but when they say spicey they dont mean american spicy. The noodles I had were almost unedible for my taste, but strange enough the pad thai was not too spicy. Also my dish was suppose to be a spinach and noodle something or another, but I only saw 2 tiny pieces of spinach in it. So much for trying to get some greens into the diet The presentation of the Pad Thai is horrible, you almost wouldnt want to eat it . After closing my eyes and taking a bite its actually pretty tastey. This place does the trick for a local Thai quench but dont travel across the city.
(3)
Ngoc T.

Deep fried noodles for appetizer has no taste. Cucumber salad was drenched in jalapeno sauce and topped with so much jalapeno on top, that I demanded that the dish to be returned to the kitchen. Rice was too dry. For goodness sake. If you'll be opening a Thai restaurant then you better use your own rice. NOT CHINESE GRAIN RICE. I've been eating Thai rice for 5 whole straight years - I know exactly how Thai grains taste like. They're shorter, wider, more translucent and chewier than Chinese. Be proud of your heritage. Your cashew chicken was SO salty my god what are you trying to poison my kidneys? The only decent item on the menu was perhaps the green eggplant curry which is why I'm giving this 2 stars. HOWEVER: these people indeed overdo on the coconut milk. Geee... you know that has a lot of fat and sodium content right? Btw, in the whole plate, I only got 3 pieces of eggplants. What's up with that? I'm not a vegetarian, but I want my eggplants.
(2)
John L.

This place is kind of disappointing to me. It's hard to make Thai food mediocre, but this place does. The thing that really got me was when I last ordered a bowl of Tom Yum soup. It had one veggie, well actually one fungi, mushrooms, with some chicken and that was it. The staff is friendly enough, but the food is simply lacking, and I'm not even sure what , just doesn't have the flavor or spice that I like in my Thai. If you are looking for Thai food in Bucktown, hit up Pot Pan. This place just doesn't have that certain something that you look for in good Thai.
(2)
tracy j.

Sometimes I just want to drink your curry. Great food, fantastic price. I consider it the best Thai in the Chi. All dishes can be made vegan. Delivery is fresh and fast. BYOB dining in.
(4)
E. F.

I finally made it into Thai Lagoon, after reading reviews about how good it was. I really wanted to give it 3 1/2 stars, but I decided to round up. I did this because this is the first Thai food I have ever eaten and I am a fan. I had something called Mussaman (or something spelled similar to that) curry. I was worried that it would be spicy because I don't do well in that area, but it was great. The taste and mixture of spices was unique and tasted very good. The meal had potatoes and my favorite...peanuts as well. I would say a very good choice for someone who is not familar with Thai food and not so much into hot spicy dishes. I also ordered the Crab Rangoon! Holy Lord! They were delicious. I have had Crab Rangoon all over the place in many states and I have never had anything close to the quality of those. The edges are super crispy and the filling had large pieces of crab. Very good! The bill was $25, for a pop, an appetizer, and two meals. The portions were large enough to have left overs as well. It was a nice experience.
(4)
Danny P.

I sing the praises of Thai Lagoon to everyone. it truly is the only place in Chicago to get curry. Get the chicken red curry. It's delicious. They even have a pretty decent pad thai, but I'd rather go up to Classic Thai on Clark to get pad thai. Thai Lagoon also has the best crag rangoon. try it as an appetizer. We order delivery from this place about once or twice a week. It's a staple in our diet. GO!
(5)
Jacob G.

I am happy to revise my review. Initially, Thai Lagoon was a two star after receiving a some saugy noodles in my pad see ew for take-out, but I've been back several times since. The place has never disappointed me, especially considering the extremely reasonable prices and friendly staff. I wouldn't come here to wow a date (unless you are trying to show your date you know the value of money), but I would come here for standard/good Thai take-out. It is a great neighborhood Thai place. The menu is standard and the pad thai, pad see ew, ladnar and thom yum are all good.
(4)
Jessica A.

Yum. My roommate and his girlfriend went on a Thai Lagoon kick last weekend and ordered enough food to feed a football team, so I got to sample enough to make me suggest dining there recently. I had the tamarind curry and it was delicious - I like spice so I had to add the chili sauce but still, yum. I thought the interior was comfortable and warm, our waiter was pleasant, the bill was cheap, and they didn't kick us out or rush us to leave when we were the last table. I will go back and try more of their menu, particularly their Vietnamese spring rolls and their sushi.
(4)
Hillary D.

My BF and I just moved to the area and this is probably our fav place so far!! The crab rangoon was something i'm still craving more of nearly two weeks after visiting Thai Lagoon. Nothing fancy, just standard crab rangoon...but it was yummy. Pad thai was a bit sweet for me, but still flavorful. Basil Chicken was delicious with TONS of flavor. BYOB is also super fun and makes dinner super cost effective!
(4)
Benjamin B.

Thai Lagoon is one of my favorite Thai Restaurants, it has been a mainstay of my weekly diet for about 4 years. I think that their curries are by far their best dishes, but they have an AMAZING Tom Kha Kai. Also, their Pad Khee Mao is one of the best that I have ever had. The dining environment is decent, not really all that amazing... but it isn't bad. The prices are on the lower end of moderate as well and the service is totally acceptable. Mostly, I give Thai Lagoon 5 stars because it is such a mainstay of my sustenance. I have never been disappointed by their food, never had any issues with their service, never been upset about their prices and always come away with a happy tummy. Plus they have a BYOB policy, so I can tote my flask of Maker's Mark on in there if I happen to be dining in. One last note, they have a smallish Japanese menu... I have never really had much off of that menu before, but the sushi that I did have off of it was decent. Nothing all that special, but I wasn't grossed out or anything. If you live near Thai Lagoon and love Thai food, you must get ahold of a menu and make it a regular call-in for your eat-at-home pleasure.
(5)
Cherie E.

Thai Lagoon is good, inexpensive Thai food. On a Saturday night, the crowd was thin (generally not a good sign) but we weren't disappointed in the food...after all, you get what you pay for. The chicken satay was very good; the entrees were decent as well, although not memorable. Servings were large enough to take home half for another meal. The decor isn't much to look at, and the service was mediocre. That being said, it is BYOB, which bumps it to 3.5 stars. If not for that, it would be on my radar screen for takeout only.
(3)
Michael W.

We went here last night out of sure interest. Let me say this is hands down my new favorite place for Thai food. It may be BYOB, but that's another nice thing about it. You're not wasting your money on overpriced drinks. Very reasonably priced as well. This cute little quaint place is like a diamond in the rough. I probably never would have stopped here but I'm so glad we did. The food is fantastic and they give you a lot. I'm a big guy who can put away some food and I left with extras...maybe due to the fact that the appetizers are so delicious. The crab rangoon has real crab meat in it. And also, if you like sushi, its available Friday and Saturday nights.
(5)
Mitchell P.

I'm not much of a Thai Food fan, and i regularly do not eat this type of food. That being said, this restaurant is very close to where i live, so it's good close eating when jack frost comes to town. Carryout is fast, and the people are friendly. My favorite dish from this restaurant is the bangkok beef.
(3)
Kate G.

I will start by saying it takes a lot for me not to like a place (yes, check my reviews, I am one of those 5-Star For Everything Reviewers you probably hate). I love pad thai...and just could not get into my order of it here. It seemed over seasoned and actually too sweet and salty to be good. Tons of rushes of cold air filled the restaurant everytime someone stepped in or out and they actually started mopping the kitchen with some strong smelling bleach solution while we were still dining (around 8:30ish). It filled the restaurant with such a sanitary odor that I was pretty ready to zip on out. From other reviews it looks like an average take out place but with all the good food in this city, I don't know if ordering from here is necessary. PS BYOB but no wine glasses....they had these juice glasses that made me feel funny all over.
(2)
Timothy M.

This place always sets tongues wagging, but I just don't get the appeal. It's OK. Just OK. I like the BYOB. The Pad Thai isn't anything memorable, in fact, like another person commented, it seemed pretty watered down and Americanized. I got it with tofu and spring rolls, just wasn't impressed at all. Servers are snobby. Is it good to judge a place for one dish? Maybe not, but to me, if a Thai restaurant can't make Pad Thai, what the hell is the point? Might as well open a donut shop, they're a lot harder to screw up. Overhyped.
(2)
Kitty L.

I can't quite tell what the hype is about this place. For some reason, in almost all reviews (CitySearch, other yelp-ers) this place consistently gets good reviews. I used to live just literally minutes away from this joint and, had it not been so close, I would never frequent it. I find the food to be more Americanized than most neighbourhood Thai restaurants (the pad thai is really sweet, the tom yum is like eating a piece of lemongrass). Avoid the sushi on the Friday/Saturday/Sunday because its warm - maybe because the guy making it didn't cool the rice prior to rolling them. Also avoid their miso udon soup - you literally get like 5 pieces of udon noodle in there. The only thing I think of that I stick with is their bean thread noodle soup - its got lots of veggies in there and choice of chicken or tofu. Otherwise, if you're in the neighbourhood, skip Thai Lagoon and go to Thai Village on Division (the crossroad is Leavitt I think).
(2)
Jonathan M.

All we know is the Tamerand Curry chicken or beef or tofu, not sure I spelled it write, but it is the best ever. Never found anyother thai place in the city that makes it. Crab Ragoon is good as well.
(5)
Leang E.

The restaurant had a charming interior. I came in here for a quick run to pick up this carry-out dinner. I had the Vietnamese Spring Rolls, Crab Cheese Rangoon, and the Chicken Pad Thai. The Spring Rolls had a lot of noodes and veggies, and I don't remember tasting much of the shrimp. It was good in a unique way, and the peanut sauce was too. The crab cheese had a lot of cream cheese in it, but lacked some flavor. It pretty much tastes like plain cream cheese. The Pad Thai is pretty good, not very greasy at all. I was so full that I'm taking the rest to work for lunch. This will be the new convienient Thai carry out spot for me in the neighborhood.
(4)
Jeni F.

I can't believe that I took this place for granted when I lived within walking distance of such yummy goodness. Thai Lagoon offers a fantastic laid-back, BYOB and trendy atmosphere in addition to delicious Thai food. Take-out from here was a weekly occurrence at our house. I was never unhappy with anything I ordered and, now that I live far, far away, I dream about their fresh Vietnamese spring rolls with mint in them. YUM.
(5)
Jess S.

Summer 2005: Low-key, open, friendly, subtle and yummy. Fast forward to the summer of '06: the tables seemed crowded together and it was darker and more oh-la-la. Must be trying to keep up with the Joneses. The food is good. But thai food is everywhere and there are better deals to be had and better atmospheres to enjoy. (Plus the service is spotty.)
(3)
carrie h.

Crispy Rice Namsod!! This stuff is amazing. Crispy fried rice over a bed of lettuce with the most amazing, tangy sauce (tip - ask for sauce on the side if you're getting takeout - rice gets soggy quickly). I've gone to Thai Lagoon for years, and the food, service and atmosphere have always been great. Curries are delicious, though somewhat sweeter and thicker than traditional Thai. And, strangely, despite its location, Thai Lagoon has steered clear of the high maintenance Wicker Park crowd found frequenting most places a couple blocks east or south.
(5)
Serena H.

My big brother, whose lived in the area for awhile, recommended this place. It's really yummy - I had the Lad Na, not very adventurous, but it was good. The second time I went there they actually mixed up my order with someone elses. They had to run all the way down the block to catch up with me! So on the walk back, I talked with the owner (I think?) and we chatted. She was very nice, and told me she's been there since 1995! It's a nice, inexpensive and friendly place.
(4)
Ryan J.

Great Thai food! The setting makes for a great relaxed dinner out. For those who like spicy, anything can be made in a "burn your face off" level of spicyness, and also non-spicy for the wusses like me. They deliver too!
(5)
Jacob F.

Thai Lagoon is currently my go to place for local Thai. I love their crab rangoon and after trying several different dishes there I've never been let down in quality. Sometimes the spiciness is inconsistent on the Pad Thai. Order mild and it could be too bland but order medium and you might be hitting your beverage more often than you'd like. Still, the service has always been good and the food is yummy enough to keep me coming back. I just wish they delivered.
(4)
Anna T.

Saturday Night is a difficult night to find a place for a large group, especially for a mainly veggie only group. After our reservation was "misplaced" by another restaurant. Our large group of 12 descended upon the cozy Thai Lagoon, since it was walking distance from the other restaurant. Progressively through the first 30mins our group grew to 25 people. Our group took over the restaurant. To make a long story short... Thai Lagoon delivered with great service and food. I highly recommend the curry fried rice! I had been to Thai Lagoon before and enjoyed the food. However, I know that large groups can make things really difficult for servers and cooks. Thai Lagoon did an excellent job! Our waiter was patient and understanding! Thank you Thai Lagoon!
(4)
Brad C.

Ten minutes before they opened the girlfriend and me walked in and got kicked out. Come on! Its ten minutes, we would of been fine sitting down at the table and waiting the ten minutes but they made us leave. We ended up going down the street. Decent food the other times I had been.
(3)
Mary C.

This is my favorite thai food ever. It's ridiculously cheap and so tasty. It's BYOB and they have sushi. The staff is always really nice. The only thing I've ever had that wasn't totally delicious were the spring rolls. Otherwise, I give it an A+.
(5)
KB C.

Simply stated: I expected better tasting food. There are alternatives for Thai food in Chicago, maybe not in your 'hood, but look around and use yelp to find a viable solution...and let me know when you find a good one.
(1)
tracy b.

favorite thai place they put TONS of different vegetables in the curry (if you get meatless) fried rice is really good too byob! it's cute inside and comfy the only down-side is that the servers aren't that nice
(4)
Corey S.

This was sincerely the worst thai food I have ever had (a I have had a ton). The chicken skewers were terrible and who served peanut "paste" rather than sauce. My basil chicken was awful and the curry chicken that we ordered looked like vomit. Never going back.
(1)
Kim P.

Best Thai in the city of Chicago! Everything that I've ever eaten at Thai Lagoon has been EXCEPTIONAL. As far as BYOBs go, it's bigger and much nicer than most. The first time I ate at TL, I was with a party of 8 and the service was stellar. I'd highly recommend Thai Lagoon for dinner or take-out!
(5)
Shirley L.

This is probably the worst Thai food that I had in a long time. We ordered take-out of Keemow Noodle (with tofu), Basil Chicken and Pineapple Fried Rice (with beef). All are substandard quality. Keemow noodle was more like sweet and sour noodle. The basil chicken was absolute over seasoned (make sure you skip the sauce when combine with rice). However the fried rice has no taste (even though it looks like tons of soy sauce has been dumped on it). Don't think I will go back again.
(1)
Kendall K.

there should be a 2 and a half star button just for Thai Lagoon. cause they are just OK. pretty inconsistent. sometimes its really good. sometimes...not so much.
(3)
Nicole M.

Best Thai food in the Bucktown/Wicker Park area. I have never had a bad meal here ... prices are reasonable, servivce is good and food is always solid. I ate in the restaurant on Friday night for the first time (almost always do carry out) and the food was even better ... and it's BYOB. I love the friendly and warm atmosphere here. I am a huge fan of the Pad See Ew w/ tofu and my husband always get the Nam Sad salad with tofu. If you live in the area you must give it a shot. You will not regret it!
(5)
cara r.

I mentored a little girl for a year, and when I couldn't think of anything else to do for our weekly visits (museums get real old real fast in the winter when you're 8 years old), we would go out to eat. We tried pizza from Piece, cupcakes from Southport Bakery, ice cream from Cold Stone, but her absolute favorite was when we went to Thai Lagoon. She had never had Thai food before, so the first time we went, she was totally overwhelmed. The waiters were so sweet to her, and eased her into Thai food with some chicken satay. Well - turns out she LOVES peanut sauce! Not just on her chicken satay, but on her pad Thai as well. After that first trip, we would go about once a month to feed her peanut sauce addiction. At least if she didn't get anything else out of our mentoring experience, she learned to LOVE Thai food :).
(4)
Daisy T.

Randomly stumbled upon this place on North Ave and definitely did not regret the experience. The atmosphere was positive and staff were very friendly. I ordered the lemongrass chicken which was incredibly delicious. Sumon noodles was the 2nd order and it was pretty good, maybe little salty. Perfect amount of spiciness as well. Overall it was a wonderful experience and I will definitely go back.
(4)
Angie S.

The fried Vietnamese rolls are the BEST thing ever. BEST Mussaman curry I've had in the city. Perfect consistency and a nice mild flavor. And, as a bonus, they are usually playing great music (ie Flaming Lips, Animal Collective, what have you).
(5)
Kimberly S.

Ack! There is a lot of crap thai being made in this city, and thai lagoon is on the forefront! Looks cozy inside, close to home, nice server, byob = I really wanted to like it! But when even the pad thai is less than mediocre, you just gotta say f it.
(1)
Lisa Marie W.

i liked this place, my boyfriend and i went there when kumas korner was WAY too crowded as usual and we stumbled upon this place. it was pleasant actually, it was low key, the decor was simple but elegant, the food was fresh and simple and nicely priced. i liked that it had a view and was quiet, it just made the scene for a lovely winter night in chi town. i will go back again when i am in the area.
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Laura R.

Very yummy food, average prices, fast delivery. I like that they put little pieces of tofu in their food instead of the big chunkers other places use that tend to get cold really fast. I've been inside and the decor is nothing special, kinda on the ugly side. But when I feel like Thai I will definitely continue to order from here.
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George B.

order your meal with crispy noodles, you won't regret it!
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bill s.

They have excellent Crab Rangoon!! If you love Crab Rangoon you will love theirs. If you are not familiar with Crab Rangoon, become familiar with it immediately!!! hehe. Anyways they have pretty awesome Thai food too. They have Japanese food and Sushi on the weekends though and it's not very good at all, the sushi is dry and it's pretty pricey. If you stick to the Thai food and Crab Rangoon though you should have a great experience with this place. I've only had delivery though, so I'm not sure how dining inside is.. or if you even can do so or not.
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Diana H.

I'm surprised at all of the negative reviews that Thai Lagoon has received. I can't claim to be a Thai cuisine connoiseur, but I've been here several times and have always enjoyed the food and gotten good service. Actually had some very yummy pad Thai here about a week ago. The portions are generous--my bowl of Pad Thai yielded two days of leftovers--and prices are reasonable. When I go here with my dinner pal, we usually end up spending around $25 for two entrees and one or two appetizers. The restaurant itself is kind of small. Probably not the most comfortable place for a large gathering, but a nice spot for dinner for two.
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Sarah F.

Their food will make your mouth dance. The menu has a tremendous variety of fresh foods. They use lots of veggies and their soups are wonderful. They have much more than just Thai food. They have sushi but have more of Thai emphasis in the Asian cuisine.
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Amy A.

Can't endorse it. I went here and tried the pad thai and kra prow chicken- usually my favorite basil, garlic, chili love sauce...not so here..and I asked for spicy and got not any where near spicy. The noodles were too sweet for me and did have the strange flavor quality that Kate G described. That being said - every thai restaurant seems to have it's specialty dish and maybe I just haven't discovered it. I can see how it would be a good introductory "welcome to thai food" experience because the flavors aren't "over the top" with fish sauce or anything- but I love me some fish sauce. If I lived around the corner- I wouldn't feel bad about ordering from here. Didn't mind the cups for byob wine but the cold air from the door got to me.
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Jason M.

Great food. Great service - Got to love Pat. We get take out and it is always ready in 20 min.
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Katie H.

This is a much, much better bet for take-out. Believe me. It gets crowded in the evening and the waitstaff (though obviously trying their best) really struggles to cope. It always seems like there are only about three people to do the cooking, serving, cleaning and manning the cash register. The food is great though which is why I keep coming back. Portions are gibongous and soooo yummy. I recommend the green curry (HOT) with chicken or the pad kee mow with crispy noodles. The only problem with the latter is that if you get anything with crispy noodles to go they're all soggy by the time they make it home. Ah well, I still gladly hoover it up.
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David S.

Thai Lagoon rox my sox! One of the few places that will crispy up your rice noodles as an option. Oh hell yeah! The food is fresh, tasty and vegan friendly.
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Jeni M.

I'm about to move to the burbs and I am SO sad to be leaving the Thai Lagoon behind. We order take-out there at least a few times a month and its consistently yummy. The vietnamese spring rolls are especially fresh and the accompanying peanut sauce is great. We've never had a bad experience there. I'll miss you, Thai Lagoon!
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Michael J.

Was a bit dissapointed with this place. Ordered the green curry and the yellow curry. Small portions and almost no spice. Not a good value for the money. I ended up adding red pepper flakes at home to make it palatable. This is after requesting it between medium and hot. Probably won't be going here again, there are too many decent Thai places in the city to put up with a mediocre one. On the plus side, delivery was fast and friendly.
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Josh H.

I've been a regular here for a few years now, but the last few times have completly missed the mark. Especially anything delivery or carryout. Crab Rangoon which I'd have sworn by 2 years ago now arrives overfried yet cold and soggy. Don't even bother with the veg tempura. Also soggy and the entire batch ended up in garbage. These guys just lost a regular due to near unedible food. Gross!
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colleen p.

the boy and i went here on a rainy friday night and snagged the much coveted window seat. the interior is cozy and nicely decorated, but a bit cramped. we ordered thai spring rolls to start and were somewhat underwhelmed by the tiny portion, but hey, it was only about 2 bucks. here's where it kinda goes downhill. after ordering our main dishes (standard stuff, nothing fancy), we waited 20+ minutes for the food to arrive and were pretty much ignored by our sever(s). granted, it was a friday night, but its not like the line was spilling out the door or anything. its too bad the service sucked, because the food was delicious. i ordered a vegetable soup with chicken, which came in a big bowl and was packed with real veggies (not just one or two stray broccoli pieces and a mess of mushrooms like some restaurants serve). my boy had lemongrass chicken which was nicely spiced and quite tasty. again, with better service this place could be fabulous.
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coco r.

I am loyal to Thai Lagoon for two reasons, they have great delivery service and the food is tasty. Every time I call the gentleman on the other end of the phone is helpful and nice (for a change). The delivery service is never late and my food is always cooked to perfection. I am slightly perplexed by other reviewers concern that the food is too Americanized. What makes this place more Americanized than any other Thai restaurant? Unless you have been to Thailand, I think the description is worthless. With that said, if you want authentic Thai, go to Thailand. Otherwise, Thai Lagoon offers wonderful yellow curry and Tom Yum soup.
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maeve P.

I lived across the street from Thai Lagoon for a year so I had many occasions to stop on in. The first several times, I loved it. Then the last couple times I wasn't so thrilled with the food. My friend got the pad thai and it was really not very good and I've had some bad pad thai in Chicago... Also my roommate swears that they only seat the attractive ladies at the table near the window. I don't know what that has to do with anything just thought I'd share. I think my roommate probably spent too much time staring across the street.
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Cedric H.

Best Massaman Curry with Tofu ever. I eat here at least once a week, and I can't bring myself to order anything else off the menu. The decor is tranquil. The music is fantastic. The wait staff are attentive but laid-back. The patrons are gorgeous, and the prices are reasonable. What more could you ask for?
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Amanda G.

What tasty Thai food! I've only had delivery, but all the dishes I've tried have been delicious--Pad Thai, Keemow and Pad Se-eiw were all great. Definitely give it a shot.
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johnny b.

nothing special
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Misse D.

I prefer AUTHENTIC thai food. It ain't here.
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Mitchell M.

I cannot say this is the best thai I have ever had. But when the red curry is extra soupy... oh man! Tom Yum and Kha are a must, to make you feel extra lethargic, before you dig into the good sized portions they give you. Only real downer to this place is that when they say it will be ready in 15 minutes, it's ready in 25.
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S S.

It pains me to write a bad review for Thai Lagoon because I think it has some of the best thai food in Chicago. I give it one star despite the great food because I have had nothing but problems with getting this restaurant to deliver (1) the food I actually ordered, and (2) getting it to me in some sort of timely fashion. They have screwed up my order at least 3 or 4 times. And now twice I have had an unacceptably long wait for delivery. By unacceptably long, I mean over an hour and a half. Last night, which was a Sunday, was the last straw: I placed my order (two fried rice and one noodle dish, no special ordering or requests) at about 7:30 pm and was told it would be delivered in 45 - 60 minutes. After an hour and fifteen mintues, when my food was still not delivered, I called to inquire. I was told the delivery guy was just about to leave the restaurant (he had not even left yet???). After an hour and forty minutes when my food was still not delivered (I live about 15 mintues away from the restaurant), I called again and was told the delivery was "on its way" ("the check is in the mail"). I was never offerred a apology let alone a discount or rain check for the future. I cancelled my order and made a Not-Dog with cheese instead--just not the same.
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m c.

tasty and cheap, friendly service (for takeout). delivery was not really an option, since i didn't want to wait an hour. we had the green curry and pad thai. pad thai was pretty mediocre and noodles overcooked. green curry on the other hand, was great. we are definitely emboldened to try others on the menu, which has good variety. i took a sneak peak at what other people were eating and it all looked pretty good. far, far better than the trash they serve at penny's. one note: i would order it spicier than you think. i ordered medium spicy on the green curry fearing the worst, and it actually turned out borderline sweet. i would kick it up to spicy next time.
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Elizabeth C.

Went there the first time this past weekend. Amazing food. Only one waiter, but he still did a great job. BYOB. Worth going back.
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Vicky C.

I just dropped in on a Friday night. The wait wasn't long, 15-20 minutes. The service was awful. The food could be the absolute worst Thai food I've ever had. We had the chicken satay. Very dry. I've had better. The only redeeming quality was the peanut sauce and when you need to lather the chicken with peanut sauce that says something about the meat. I ordered the pad see eiw and it was completely flavorless. The waiter asked how spicy I wanted it and from my prior knowledge of pad see eiw isn't made spicy, AT ALL!!! The sauce wasn't even brown, the chicken was dry and tasteless. I also worked at a thai restaurant about 6 years ago, and this place didn't come close to the caliber of thai food. My boyfriend ordered the basil chicken and although it had more spice, it still wasn't very good. At the end of our meal, I barely touched my pad see eiw and he ate half of his basil chicken which was too bad since we were starving when we walked in. Our waiter asked if we wanted it wrapped. Seriously, are you kidding. If anyone really thinks this thai food is good, you should hit a real thai restaurant...even Pot Pan further down North Ave is waay better than this place. Aside from the (lack of) quality of the food, the service was horrible and it took forever for us to get our appetizer much less our entrees. I will never go back to this place.
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Tobia C.

This place is great. VERY tasty food, and BYOB. They do have a $3 corking fee...but that's better than a 300% wine markup! Pricing is moderate, and (again) the food speaks for itself. Two of us only had to wait 20 minutes for a table on a busy Friday night. They had only one waiter...and he was able to pull it off. I'm definately going back.
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Doug S.

Leaving Wicker Park has mostly been a blessing for me. All that remains from the good old days on Milwaukee Ave is the street name, the Double Door and Reckless as far as I am concerned. There are, of course, some things that I miss about my old stomping grounds. #1? It could be Thai Lagoon. I used to live about 1 block from Thai Lagoon. Needless to say, I ate there all of the time. One could deduce that I grew sick and tired of the food, the atmosphere, the staff, etc. However, I was never left anything but extremely satisfied with Thai Lagoon. I became a vegetarian about 2.5 years ago, so I used to dine on dishes with meat in the earlier days and switched to vegetarian. I have never tried a dish at Thai Lagoon that did not have tons of flavor. They can make a good spicy dish that can still retain the flavor of the sauce, which seems to be a near impossible task! I tend to go to different Thai restaurants for different dishes. For example, I always know what I am going to order at Yes on Damen because I go there for the Pad Phrik. I love going to Thai Lagoon because I have a veritable cornucopia of options where I know that I will be surely happy with my meal. It is a quaint place with paintings and photography on the walls. The music ranges from lo-fi techno to indie rock. It is a great place to go on a first date to prove that you know how to pick a place for its style, service and cuisine. It is still my favorite Thai place in Chicago! Looking for a great dish? Try the Basil with tofu.
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G G.

If there was only another thai option in my vicinity. I'm never really thrilled with the service or the food. I'll place an order for pickup... ask for mild and am barely able to eat my meal due to the spice. It's so frustrating.
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Ed M.

I go here a lot since Kitty lives on the same block. I only go here for convenience. Not the best thai food available but nonetheless the place serves it purpose...to fullfill my hunger. I always see the tall waiter with the dreads walking around the area. I wonder what his day job is.
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cb b.

great thai food. in fact, i think this place turned me on to thai they have the best pad thai tofu I have ever had! they have great service and the atomosphere is very laid back. this is a great place for dinner with friends.
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Lesley W.

Great for PICK UP in Wicker Park. Delivery is always really slow so if you can walk there I would recommend it. I suggest the spicy chicken pad Thai--but be careful, they are not always consistent on how spicy something will be.. sometimes it can get really spicy-- you've been warned. The ambiance of the restaurant is strange.. sometimes it plays coffee shop music, dance music or nothing at all. Over all, this is an A-OK place for a relaxing movie night. I keep coming back!
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Phillip R.

After living in Chicago for 4 years, this is still the best Thai Food I've had. The Crab Rangoon is the amazing. I moved out of Wicker Park and still venture in to get their Crab Rangoon. Everything else is fantastic as well. The ambiance my leave a little to be desired but the food and prices make up for it ten fold.
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Rick M.

Thai Lagoon, I love your food but your service sucks. We love going to Thai Lagoon because their Crab Rangoon and/or Cream Cheese wontons are absolutely to die for. They're pretty much our favorite thing to order. I was surprised to see that TL recently expanded their menu options so I tried the Teriyaki chicken. Of course, the taste and value didn't let us down. It was delicious! Unfortunately, the service was awful. Not once did our server come by to ask us how our meal was. We had to continuously wait for our waters to be refilled. We weren't given any utensils to eat with or even napkins. Ironically, we were the only two people in the entire establishment. The two women working just wanted to talk with each other, and that was that. Two people did sit down during our visit, be we noticed that when they weren't attended to they quietly got up and left. It's really a shame. Thai Lagoon has such great food!!! And on a side note, their delivery is unusually fast, so that's kind of a redeeming quality if you're not walking in.
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Cassie V.

Never really been to the restaurant. They're are on my top list of Thai food delivery. The best crap Rangoon, crispy pad kneemow and Thai fried rice.
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Michael P.

Really solid Thai restaurant, we had the red curry, spring rolls, miso and pad Thai. All were really good, will definitely be our local Thai spot.
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leslie p.

Okay, so we just call every time we order now and they have not messed up the order yet. Sooo...just know if you want VEGAN curry don't order online. Make sure and call!
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Jenny T.

If you do not order the Crispy Rice Namsod, then you have not yet experienced the most important menu item ever to exist in any thai restaurant ever. Friends refer to it as "Thai Crack" because it is so delicious, you can never get enough. Seriously, this place is awesome and BYOB for those who eat in!
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Julia V.

Man, was I missing out. I hadn't eaten here since HS. We had the chicken pad thai and yellow curry. Both dishes were amazing. The curry was slightly too spicy but we couldn't stop eating it! The servers were very sweet and attentive. Will definitely take advantage of the Byob next time.
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Evie H.

We came to Thai Lagoon very last minute since the place we originally wanted to go to was closed. For appetizers, we ordered the Thai spring rolls that tasted super funny, especially the outer wrapping. The spring roll wasn't wrapped all that nicely either as the inside kept falling out while you tried to pick it up. For entrees, we ordered the Pad See-ew with beef and the Spicy Basil with pork. I liked the flavoring and texture of the pad see-ew noodles, especially with the egg. The veggies were a little too salty for me though. The spicy basil was decent with rice and I liked the bamboo shoots that were in it. Unfortunately, the dish wasn't spicy at all for me. All in all, this place was very average. A quick and easy dinner which came out to $25 for two people. I probably won't return as nothing in particular stood out to me. Service was good but I'm not sure if it was because we were the only two people in the restaurant....
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Anna S.

So I'm pretty sure our waitress was high -or at least I hope she was -for what could have been one of the poorest services I've ever had (and I've dealt with waiters in France, so that's saying a lot). I must emphasize that we were the only people in this restaurant at 5pm on a Friday. My first appetizer took 40 minutes to come out, and when it did, she had gotten it wrong. Rather than have her send it back for another 40 minutes of waiting, I ate it, and I can no longer recollect what it was because it was so unmemorable. For my main dish, my noodles looked like human flesh because they were so overcooked (really unappetizing to look at) and tasted even worse - more bland than books on tape version of Ben Stein reading tax code. The only good part was the non-stop Rick James and Michael Jackson that was playing in the background. Awful, awful, awful service and uncompelling food.
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Angie M.

I really like Americanized Thai food. Don't judge. I took a risk and decided to try a new Thai spot and decided upon Thai Lagoon. It delivers to me. It's on Grub Hub so I don't actually have to speak to a person to order my food. They have all the basics on the menu. We went with egg rolls, crab rangoon, pad see-eiw and the panang curry. All delicious, all served piping hot right around the estimated delivery time. The delivery guy even easily found my bat cave of apartment without needing to call for directions. The egg rolls were actually surprisingly yumtastic. The shell is more of a crispy spring roll shell, which was a nice change of pace and the filling was tasty. The crab rangoon were just OK - nothing you can't get at every Asian restaurant. But c'mon. Crab rangoon is like pizza. Even if it's bad, it's still pretty good. I really enjoyed my pad see-eiw. The noodles were perfectly cooked, the chicken was moist, it had just the right amount of egg and the sauce was rich and sweet and flavorful. All things considered, the bill was pretty inexpensive. About $40 including tax, tip and delivery fee. I'd like to try dining in sometime!
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Dan Q.

Well, I read many of the reviews and decided to go with my wife and see/Taste for ourselves. There was one other couple there when we arrived. We found the place clean and inviting. The staff were great and the food even better! The Crispy Rice Namsod was a surprise. Delicious and crunchy. Just right! Thanks Jenny T. You were right. The Pad Se Eiw was okay. The Red Curry was fantastic! Prices very fair. A great "Go To" place if you're visiting, which we are. Dan
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Kristina D.

Supposedly vegetarians love this place. I ordered a lunch special yesterday and confirmed with the waitress that all of it was vegetarian. It was a bummer when neither the soup nor the appetizer that came out were veg (both had identifiable chunks of meat in them), and the entree reeked of over sweetened fish sauce. Bummer. Another one bites the dust.
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Kristin C.

The first night Mike and I spent in our new pad we ordered Thai Lagoon. It was really late and since Thai Lagoon is right down the street, it came really really fast. Excellent. I ordered (new, ha) pad thai, spring rolls, Keemow Noods, and pot stickers. I order all these things and love them from my favorite Thai place in the city: Opart Thai. I have to say, Thai Lagoon was very on point. Everything was delicious. I DO wish they had meekrob, but that is hard to find (and I have only found it at Thai Wild Ginger, so if you know of anywhere else that has it, you just please let me know). Thai Lagoon will be a new hood staple fo' sure.
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Rachel S.

Good Thai food. Insanely fast delivery. I've never eaten in and probably never will since the delivery is under 30 minutes. I know tons of people who love this place more than life itself.
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Carl J.

This place is easily one of the best Thai delivery places in Chicago. The red curry chicken and the chicken pad Thai are always fresh and to my door within 45 min. Extremely fair prices and good quality. Sometimes when you get thai delivery it is not always quality food - this stuff is.
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cookie m.

Nothing amazing, just good Thai food. Nothing out of the ordinary. Regular taste. Regular price. Delicious as most Thai is. Well meaning service lady.
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Adam J.

My favorite Quick Thai spot in the city. I'm simple. Beef Pad Se Eiw, Satay and Peanut Sauce, and Crab Rangoon. All 3 here are the best I've had in Chicago, especially the Rangoon. Absolutely phenomenal. Big, delicate and super crispy with more complex than usual sweet chili sauce. They're also AA miles affiliated, so bonus time.
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Ricky R.

Just had Tom Kha soup from them. Asked for it "Thai spicy" so good, spicy, flavorful, lots of tofu and mushrooms. The broth was amazing, citrusy, spicy, just plain delicious. Do yourself a favor and tuck into a bowl of this stuff. You'll be feeling nice in no time.
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Andre W.

A close friend of mine seems to rave about this place. We were starving one night and figured since this was just a hop and a skip from her, we might as well do the damn thang! We called in an order of Red Curry Chicken, Beef & Broccoli, Egg rolls & Crab Ragoon. They told us to come pick up within 25 minutes Red Curry Chicken: - delicious & mildly spicy Beef & Broccoli - delicious Crab Ragoon - pretty good Egg rolls - lackluster (I was told it usually comes in the form of a spring roll..looked like a normal egg roll this time) I like this place and would definitely like to try more from the menu and also maybe dine-in.
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Nicole J.

I just ordered delivery from this restaurant and was very pleased with the results. Ordering via grub hub was quick and easy; delivery was fast. I ordered the Pad See Ew , egg rolls, peanut sauce and Thai iced tea. The Pad See Ew was delicious! I order the same dish at every Thai place I go to and this was probably one of the best flavors I have ever tasted. The egg roll was standard and as well as the Thai iced tea. Will definitely be ordering from here again.
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Jess A.

We love this place. Great food and inexpensive. We LOVE the Nam Sod Salad with the crispy rice. Great place.
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Laura M.

Best pad thai I have had since I moved to Chicago. It is DELICIOUS! Fast service too!
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Mark K.

It smelled funny due to "drain work" being done by the city. That was not a good first impression. Additionally, I was there at 12:40 and there was literally no one in the restaurant. That is also not great. So, apprehensive given the lack of people there, I prepared myself for a potentially interesting dining experience. I was pleasantly surprised. This place is good. I ordered a green curry with chicken and had zero complaints. It wasn't the best green curry I've had (and I've eaten a lot of green curry) but it was sufficiently spicy, not too watery, not too thick, and had some nice complexity to it - it didn't just taste like coconut milk with a few spices mixed in. Bamboo shoots, green beans, eggplant, and bell peppers were the veggies in there, in ample quantities, and they tasted good. It's down the street, so this is probably going to be my go-to lunch Thai place.
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Brent W.

we were going for Penny but they couldn't pull off delivery to my place (ends West at Cali, we're exactly one block west, just off Division) and after a quick denial of our plea we opted for Thai Lagoon. Good choice and consolation. We...errr, I enjoyed some excellent Veggie Gyoza to start and followed w. the Pad See-ew and Pineapple Fried Rice w Chicken. The Pineapple Fried Rice had exactly 4 pieces of Pineapple. Yes. Just four! Severly lacking and a total wrongly named dish. However, the taste and flavor was excellent w. a light smokey/grilled flavor. Prob my fav. Pad See-ew was good, not great but ok and generously portioned. Would probably do delivery here again but nothing to write home about. In sum, good Thai on a freezing, cold Chicago night.
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Brian R.

This is a tough review. This has been our go-to Thai place for years, but it can be somewhat hard to recommend to others because it can be so outrageously inconsistent. On 2 separate occasions in the last 3 years we ordered food which was NEVER delivered. Both times the delivery was scheduled for "prime time" (mid Fri or Sat night) and after calling the place 30-45 AFTER food was to have been delivered, we were told it was not en route and asked if we still wanted it. (One time was yes, the second time was no, because the first yes never came - nor did they call - we had to call back another hour later.) If this place wasn't so close and I had not grown to love their Pad Thai, Pad-see-ew and Massaman curry, I would stop going here. (I also used to love their egg roll, but a re-do about a year ago transformed it from a tasty crunchy treat to the generic flavorless egg roll served at most places.) Check it out, but be warned.
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Nathalie G.

I came here about 2 weeks ago. My fiancÃ© ordered the teriyaki chicken and it was great! I hAd the pad thai, it exceeded my expectations. The service is just alright. If you are looking for a quick Thai bite this is the place. Buy don't expect to go bonkers
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Maggie P.

My BF and I usually get Silom 12 when we're in the mood for Thai, but he wanted to try something new, so we went with Thai Lagoon. We ordered online which automatically gave us a 10% discount. I called ahead to ask some questions about the menu items, and the woman on the phone was very pleasant. Delivery was fast. They quoted an hour and I think it was closer to 45 minutes, maybe even less. I was surprised when the phone rang and the delivery driver was downstairs. He got: Tofu Red Curry & Tofu Curry Fried Rice. I wasn't a fan of the red curry, there was an odd taste to it. However, the curry fried rice was really good. The flavor was nice, the rice had a great texture, would definitely order it again. I got: Tofu Ladnar with Crispy Noodles. It was amazing. I really like Penny's Ladnar, so I was unsure if this would deliver, but in my opinion, it was better. The gravy was thick, not too soupy, dark, and had just enough saltiness for me. I saw that others complained about how salty the food was, which was good for me, because I like my food to come pre-flavored. We split: Cream Cheese Wontons & Spinach Pot Stickers. Both were very nice, but the cream cheese wontons were the bomb-diggity. That is, if you like cream cheese and fried things. Next time I'm getting a whole order for myself... maybe 2... yeah, they're that good.
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Sandy D.

Zero Star isn't an option! I've been here before, but not but choice, just to meet friends because it was their choice. So last night was my choice, my bf wanted Thai and Penny's Noodles was closed, so i suggested this place since we were driving near it. We ordered the Shrimp Tempura served with veggies appetizer. The plate portion was really big - we looked for the shrimp and only found 2 pieces. When I asked the waitress that we only got two shrimp, she said "yes" and that was it. I said, I ordered Shrimp Tempura, not Vegetable Tempura. She said that's how it comes. I pointed to the menu and stated that all the other appetizers indicated the number of pieces but not this one, if they are going to serve only two pieces they should outline this or rename it to Vegetable Tempura with 2 shrimp, and this is very misleading. She left saying she will talk to her manager...she didn't return for a long time. We received our dinner and half way through our dinner she returned and she said she can give me 2 more shrimp. Trying not to laugh in her face, I replied "i wanted shrimp for an appetizer, we are now having dinner, at this point, i no longer want it. Go ahead and charge me for the TWO shrimp, but i don't want all that veggie tempura, i wont pay for it." She said, ok, i will check with my manager. I was not able to enjoy my meal after this fiasco and the chicken pad thai was nasty anyway, it was clumpy and extremely salty and i think i only saw two pieces of chicken. lol. I'm surprised that this restaurant is still around for this long with this service. "TWO SHRIMP ONLY!"....Freakin shrimp nazis! HAHAHAHA.
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Jenny R.

Stopped in here once when my first choice was closed(I had a taste for bahn mi that day). I'm so glad we did! We started with the cucumber salad, since we had tasted the dish at a Yelp event. It was so light & refreshing! The perfect balance of sweet, spicy, cool & sour. This dish inspired me to make my own this summer. The tom yum soup is so fragrant & light, yet filling! I would definitely come back just for this. Tom yum soup is my litmus test for Thai food & theirs is one of my faves in the city. The decor was beautiful & service was great!
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Rick H.

Simply put, the worst Thai food I've ever had. The crab rangoon, which I trusted other Yelp reviewer's positive ratings of, were filled with a hefty squeeze of cream cheese and a couple little strips of fake crab meat. At first i thought it was real crab, but then i looked at it and it definitely had that uniform square and stringy shape of fake crab complete with the red-coloring on one face. My GF liked the egg rolls, but personally i thought they tasted like the frozen ones from Trader Joes, deep fried. GF ordered the pad keemow with crispy noodles, the sauce was not remotely spicy as keemow should be, and had a weird sweetness to it that was also really salty. And even though she ordered the noodles crispy, they were waaay too crispy (for me) and the beef was overcooked and hard. I ordered the Panang curry and it was simply un-impressive. It too tasted like it came from a store and had very little ingredients. All in all, I'd have had better Thai if i bought the pre-made stuff and made the rest at home by myself, which should tell you how bad this was. Seriously, don't waste your time or money, any other place for Thai on the northwest side will blow this away. I don't think i'll ever go back, food that sub-par could not be a fluke. I wouldn't be surprised if i overheard Gordon Ramsey on a TV show, tasting the food and saying "I wouldn't feed this to my dog!" That being said, i ate it, but i would never recommend it.
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AnnaMaria V.

I stopped here on my way home from work. I didn't know what to expect but was hoping for the best. I ordered food for take out. Chicken Pad See-Eiw, Chicken Pad Thai, Spicy Basil Beef, Egg Rolls & Crab Rangoon. The appetizers were really good. The main courses were a disappointment. The chicken was dry & the beef was tough. The noodles were rubbery & lacked flavor. Considering the fact that there are many other Thai restaurants in Chicago I don't think I will go here again.
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Meryl M.

Super speedy delivery. I was notified that my food was on the way and should be an hour but it arrived in just 30 minutes! Good customer service over the phone too. Great pad thai, enough for 3 meals. I wasn't a huge fan of the spring rolls but they were presented really well and others seem to have loved them. I definitely recommend giving this place a try (at least in takeout/delivery)!
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Anne K.

Went here after reading through reviews/despite all the awful reviews and left with mixed feelings. The atmosphere is nice, open, colorful. Food, eh? It's okay. And this from someone who has eaten a share of thai food over the years. If you do go. Get the Crab Rangoon. Really good. Perhaps the best I've ever had. I'd avoid the pad thai. My boyfriend ordered it. It was soupy, and like another reviewer said, tasted similiar to packaged pad thai. I had the massaman curry. It was decent. Long story short, if you're looking for local thai, going here isn't the worst choice, it just isn't amazing amazing, and really, avoid the pad thai.
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Katie P.

I was really excited to getting around to try this place. It's so close to me that in nice weather it's absolutely walking distance and the kind of place that I would totally become a regular at... had it been good. I went with the BF and we got the Crab Rangoon and egg rolls. I actually really like the egg rolls, he didn't care for them at all. I thought that the Crab Rangoon was cooked well but it did nothing for me. I suspect that the chunks of crab in them are actually the kind that's spelled with a "K" otherwise it was just of terrible quality. For entrees we ordered the Pad Keemow and decided to give the crispy noodles a try and we also ordered the Panang curry. The curry was alright but the Keemow was not. It wasn't spicy at all, it wasn't even all that savory. It was weirdly sweet. At first I didn't dislike it but with each bite it got worse and worse. I think everything was more disappointing than it should have been because for the most part it all looked really good but nothing actually delivered. I might have given them two stars, I might have been willing to go back and try them again and see if was better but the fact that not once after we received our entrees did anyone check to see how we were doing. It was that way for every table. That's really unacceptable. My feeling is that you work too hard for your money... don't waste it here.
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Jamie B.

Update: I think they changed ownership, because I came here recently for the first time in a few months, and the food isn't the same. The pad thai had some really goopy type sauce on it, whereas before it was light and clean tasting. The curry tasted pretty similar, the crab rangoons have definitely changed. They used to be with a light rice paper type wrap, and now they have a thick chinese buffet type coating. Too bad, I thought it was better a year ago.
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jamie s.

I used to love Thai Lagoon's food, but the last two times that I've ordered delivery they have put chicken in my food instead of Tofu!!!! I almost didn't notice this time and almost ate it. It's horrible that this place doesn't respect the dietary restrictions of its diners. Time to find a new Thai place to order from :(
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Valery S.

Sweet & Salty, that should be its name. The best Thai food around, about the same as mall food in Bangkok. It's our staple "What's for dinner?" "Takeout!?" scenario. Seems to have gone through an ownership/management change and I can't say I miss the hipsters. Appears to have genuine Thai people serving and taking orders over the phone, so next tie you're there say "Sawadeekaaah!" Tom Kah soup with veggies (no meat, no soy) is very good, and so is the Tom Yum. I would avoid the spring rolls as they are not worth the money. GO for the Pad Sew noodles with veggies if you can, although once in a while some noodles stick together and don't get covered in sauce enough. Order for pickup and take their delish food home. Eat it on your couch and watch reruns of Star Trek - perfect weeknight.
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P D.

This Thai restaurant is not good and borderline inedible. Don't eat here for Thai food. They prep food and leave it sitting cooked too long to just reheat. Noodles are gummy, sauce is salty. Crab Rangoon is OK tho. I don't recommend this place to anyone that wants to taste their food.
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Amanda G.

I am undecided on 3 or 4 stars, but I give them the benefit of a doubt because we got our food carry-out, which I feel could have affected the quality. I definitely give the staff and service 5 stars. They were nice, quick, and communicated well both on the phone and person. A smile goes a long way, and I got a lot of those. I wasn't in the restaurant for long, but it's pretty nice. It is clean and casual, but not too casual. As for the food, it was average to better-than-average. The rice and noodles were good and it was fresh. I just didn't find it that tasty, especially in comparison to my all-time favorite, Noodles in the Pot. I got the cashew chicken and my husband got a noodle dish of some sort with beef; both were slightly lacking in flavor profile. I am surprised to see good reviews of the crab rangoon because I thought it was some of the worst I have had. It had a very fake taste to it. It's hard to say that something with fried cream cheese is not good, but this wasn't. We also got the Tom Kah soup, which was pretty good but a little bland. Overall, I would definitely try it again because the prices were reasonable enough. I will dine in this time and update the review if needed.
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Craig U.

We live down the street from Thai Lagoon so it is eaten weekly in the Urbansky household. The food is consistently pretty good, it's not the world's best thai food but it's much better than other alternatives at that price point. This review is based on food alone, I very specifically choose not to eat here and do take out for a reason, the actual restaurant isn't much and what it is isn't great. Crab rangoons, red curry, pad thai and pad see ew... all winners.
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Tony R.

10 yrs. ago this was a fantastic thai place. Today it is very poor quality. The recipes seem to have changed. The preparation was too oily and not flavorful enough. There was a small bug in my soup, no joke. A couple hrs after the meal my stomach does not feel too great. I use to eat here all the time, but I doubt I'll return again now.
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RM G.

best Thai food in the city/world - been going here for years now and can't believe this only has 3.5 star ratings....go there!
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Jasmin V.

Sloooow service. BYOB was great but they give you regular glasses which makes me chug my wine. Namsod Salad was good. Crispy noodles option was nice but everything else was average. Parking was okay just street parking.
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Jasmine P.

Ordered delivery from Thai Lagoon because they are one of the few Thai restaurants that serve chinese broccoli in their Pad See Eiw. Yum! or so I thought... The sauce on my Pad See Eiw was very salty. The beef I ordered with my dish was very bland. I otherwise like the idea that the food is made to order and I don't mind waiting. Actually for delivery, our food arrived in a pretty timely fashion. We didn't have to wait extra long for our food. My friend had the Pad Thai with beef and had a similar opinion about his food. Other than the above, delivery was timely and friendly. I was disappointed that the food wasn't delicious especially since the reviews raved about their tasty dishes.
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Shalin D.

Some restaurants become personal institutions. Although an unlikely candidate, Thai Lagoon is an institution in my life. It's my standby BYO Thai spot. It's where I go when I want to celebrate or when I want to break news to a friend. It's where I try new wines I purchase en masse at Binny's. It's where I order takeout and it's where I go when I'm a little tipsy after a concert at the Double Door. It's also where I visit every month, every third week, to meet a dear and Thai-obsessed friend. It's a testament, really, that I keep coming back. Few places - even the truly great and moderately priced spots like The Publican or Lula Cafe - can bring me back month after month. They don't have the cozy, casual feel at Thai Lagoon. They lack the quirky waiters or the matriarch reigning over the cash register in the back. Nor do they have the consistency of Thai Lagoon. The chicken basil has always been moist and flavorful. The mussaman curry has always been creamy. The lad nar (ordered crispy) is always salty and crispy. And the the crab rangoon is phenomenal. Even when you stray from favorites, the food is reliably good if not great. Like I said, it's an institution. I'm sure there are noticeable down sides. But, after so many visits and after falling in love, you tend to overlook the flaws.
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Kim J.

I've been ordering from Thai Lagoon for a long time. I got my usual order of green curry and crab rangoon and was disappointed to find that they've changed everything. The crab rangoon used to be huge and filled with a ton of crab, almost like a cigar - now it's just the lame-o triangles that everyone else has. And I dont know what happened to the curry, but it was watery and gross. To add insult to injury, my container of rice was only half full and overcooked. I could live with the curry, but messing with the crab rangoon? Sorry Thai Lagoon, we're breaking up.
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Joel M.

What happened to Thai Lagoon??? I've been a loyal fan, ordering 2x month for years. I went in for dinner the other night and it was nearly inedible. They changed their recipes and it appears they are skimping on quality. They used to have the best crab rangoon in the city. And, their yellow curry was my favorite. It was watery, had a foul oder, and the color of powdered curries. The pad thai tasted like ketchup and was the worst I have ever eaten. Sadly, we will never be coming back. What happened? New ownership? Sadly, they won't last like this. Where else can we go now?
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Ryne D.

So let's start off with the positives - the food was pretty good. The Yelpopular namsod salad was a fresh departure from the heavy sauciness of Thai food, and the spicy curry was flavorful. But uh...maybe they had someone quit on them that night, because there was only one person working the floor that night. And she seemed kind of flustered - to the point where she couldn't seat our party of six even though half the restaurant was empty. Hell, it reached a point where there actually six empty tables, but our hostess/waitress couldn't figure out a way we could sit twenty minutes later. I think the food took a long time to come out too, but luckily the place was BYOB and I had my Cards app on my iPhone. Sadly, circle of death isn't as fun when played with moscato, but at least it helped pass the time. If only they had a couple more people working that Thursday night, I think we would've had a much better impression.
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Adam J.

I'm beginning to get a cold. - f o o d - 4/5 The Tom Kha soup was perfect. An energetic blend of spicyness and citrus flavor. I chose chicken and also ordered a side of wide noodles, which I put into the soup. Really, its a great Tom Kha. Tender chicken, flavorful coconut based broth, delightful mushrooms, ect. - s e r v i c e - 2/5 The service was really bad. We came around 8pm on a friday and were the only patrons. My girlfriend and I were given a generous amount of time to decide what to order, we were not asked if we needed drinks in the meantime. During the meal the waitress refilled our waters with out apologizing for reaching across the table and in front of my face. We had stopped eating and waited for a check or some kind of attention for a very long time. The blatant neglect was only more glaring because we were the only people eating there. - s u m m a r y - The large portions and high quality Thai food in addition to a relaxed environment out weigh the shortcomings of a lackadaisical foh staff. Go here, get some good food, tip in change.
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Valerie R.

Great food, great service and an awesome atmosphere. When a group of 4 of us tried to get into Handlebar Saturday night the 1 hour wait (!?) was enough to send us else where. Right across the street was Thai Lagoon which was not only really tasty and had open tables, it is BYOB!!! Hallelujah! Keep in mind, this place is sort of Thai with a twist, and some of the dishes are slightly different than what you'd expect. (e.g. The pad see eiw had cauliflower in it.) This place is VERY veggie friendly and the server we had really knew her stuff. If I'm back in the area to eat I'm definitely considering this place!
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Kelli A.

They changed their food for the worst. Their crab rangoon and the fried rice here used to be amazing. This was our favorite thai place. However, we ordered from here tonight and everything was different. It didn't look or taste anything like it used to. My husband has been ordering food here since 2004 and we will never order from here again unless they change everything back.
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Carolyn L.

I came here the other night with a bunch of friends so that we could have a BYOB dinner. This place had excellent food (crab rangoon!) and it was pretty cheap. The service was very attentive, probably because we went on a weeknight and there weren't many people in there. We got some spring rolls and I ordered the Grilled chinese eggplant sautÃ©ed with choice of meat and fresh basil. It was full of flavor and everything came out really quick! I would definitely recommend this place if you're looking for a low key, BYOB, tasty retreat!
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Amanda G.

Thai Lagoon is my neighborhood Thai spot. I have been ordering from Thai Lagoon consistently for over two years now and its consistently good. Thai Lagoon does a great Green Curry with Tofu so much that I like it more than most Thai places I've tried in Chicago. I always go for the Green Curry because it's good. There soups are pretty good as well as their noodle dishes. They are good to order to go, eat in or delivery, I've had it all three ways. If you eat there, its BYOB so bring a good bottle of wine or beer. Bottom line, if you are looking for a good neighborhood Thai place in Wicker Park or Bucktown, Thai Lagoon is a standout!
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Frankie S.

An ex-girlfriend of mine introduced this place to me. I must say, I have been to many Thai restaurants in the Chicagoland area, but this one is my favorite. I never had sushi until I tried it here. I had the California Rolls. Yummy. I also thought the Spring Rolls were delicious with the Peanut Sauce. I had to get extra sauce. I tried a sample of a few dishes that were shared by 4 friends. We had the Chicken Panang, Spicy Chicken Fried Rice with Pineapples, Basil Chicken and Cashew Chicken. All dishes came with a side of stemmed white rice, except the Fried Rice of course. They were all good dishes. This place has my favorite Thai Iced Tea. Overall, no complaints. I recommend this place in heartbeat. Come check it out.
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Brian M.

Wuv this place. Small, quite, intimate, and great for a date or a small group of 4. BYOB and great green curry. Good service too. Parking is not good so hit the Damen blue line, FYI.
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Frank D.

Hmmmm. No. Ordered delivery because there was a 40% discount on foodler: Tamarind Curry: Went out on a limb here, did not like it. At all. Pad Woon Sen: Absolutely terrible. Did they attempt to give it any flavor whatsoever? No, they did not. It was basically woon sen noodles, slightly mushy, without any flavoring whatsoever. Pad See Ew: Saw a few other reviews that mirrored this -- al dente noodles with no sauce sticking to them. The beef was really tough. The chinese broccoli was not cooked at all and too crunchy. Chicken Satay: Delicious. But seriously, how hard is it to skewer some chicken and throw it on a grill?
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Danielle S.

I was a bit surprised by this place - when we first walked in on Saturday night the place looked dead. That made me leery. But, about an hour later the place was PACKED and people were waiting to get a seat. It is very small and quaint - it is very dark with no music and only one or two people working. They have a decent sized menu - everything that we ordered tasted great. They did not have chopsticks...or knives for that matter...which was odd. It is BYOB - they don't sell alcohol, so make sure to bring your own. The service was good as well, I don't ever remember feeling like we were waiting around for them. You can order the dishes mild, medium, or hot, and they can make almost anything vegan. I would come back again!
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Jessica K.

I don't really like to review places that aren't great because I feel bad but I was so unhappy with our meal that it warrants a review. BLEH describes the food perfectly. My boyfriend and I were needing a quick meal before going out and the price was decent so I figured I would try take out. It was a Saturday night so it was packed and take out took about 20 minutes. We ordered Pad Thai and Vietnamese Spring Rolls. The Pad Thai noodles were clumped together and sticky. The instant Pad Thai you can get from the grocery store has more flavor. I would describe the dish as edible but definitely not enjoyable. The one positive is that the portion was decent, enough for 1 person or 2 semi-hungry people. Then, the Spring Rolls were made sooo poorly, they were lumpy. All of the ingredients were literally just stuffed in the rice paper and half-assedly rolled. Spring Rolls are so easy to make though because of the ingredients, so they tasted ok but not enough to ever order them again. Bottom line, both dishes were barely edible but certainly not enjoyable. I won't be trying this restaurant again and if anyone asked about this place, I wouldn't recommend it either.
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Mark D.

This place is pretty close to my apartment, but I had never tried it until tonight when a friend took me there. I had the chicken and broccoli and he ordered the keemow. The chicken and broccoli was really good, but when I go back I will probably order a noodle dish because they looked fantastic. I tried his keemow and it was delish, he ordered the noodles prepared crispy which made it even better. It's BYOB so bring a bottle of wine.
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Tina J.

Good food and nice portion for the price. I usually have the food delivered but I have also eaten there too,there are a lot of Thai restaurant in Bucktown, unfortunately there are not a lot of good in this areas.Some of my favorites include: Chicken satay /chicken skewered, marinated in a curried coconut milk,5 for 5.95 so cheap! Laguna salad /avocado, mango, pineapple, spinach so rich of vege just 7.50 big portion (must have) Pad see-eiw / big rice noodle of meat and egg with Chinese broccoli (harder to find,most of restaurants used American broccoli cause its cheaper than Chinese broc) just 7.95 Panang curry /spicy red curry simmered in a rich coconut cream with sliced of many fresh vege I will 100% go back! free wifi,fabulous service
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Teresa M.

Actual VEGAN Thai food in Chicago??? It exists!! No offense to the other places that tell you their food is vegan and then six months down the road, after you have ordered from them every week..they simply say "mmmm that isn't vegan, never has been." Enter THAI LAGOON!! It says VEGAN on the menu, they realize fish sauce DOES come from an animal and that eggs aren't vegan! ..I know amazing. Right?! I haven't had a good curry since I went vegan 11 years ago. However, last night we went to Thai Lagoon because a friend had recommended it. It was seriously amazing. The dish was creamy, sweet, spicy, salty (sounds dirty), but it was delicious! Our server was super amped to be at work and the giant Happy Cat in the corner made the night extra great. Thanks for being honest about vegan options and providing me a new favorite place in Chicago.
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Joe K.

I'm surprised to see that this place has been reviewed so well. The food is flavorless and uninspired. They don't offer dessert. Their drink menu is incredibly limited. And their chili paste adds little to any dish. I mean, c'mon, you're a thai restaurant, at least you can deliver a quality chili paste. It's ONE recipe that you make in bulk.
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Tiff H.

Let's just say I'm not a huge fan of Thai food in Chicago...most of it is cheaply made with poor quality ingredients. A lot of Asian food in this city is... Thai Lagoon was definitely a pleasant surprise....I ordered delivery a couple of times...I haven't had a chance to actually eat there. The delivery minimum was pretty low...if any, and I'm pretty sure that the delivery fee was around $3, if not lower. I ordered an eggplant dish with beef and a salad. The salad had squid and shrimp inside...and they let me add cucumbers. My only issue is the fact that the dressing was put in a bottom of a bag that my salad was placed in....so I found sticky remnants all over my counters and floor for the next 24 hours after the bag burst. The salad was delicious though, minus the sticky dressing. $24 not including delivery tip. I'll definitely order again. The food wasn't the best quality but it was tasty, and it's my friend's favorite Thai place in the city. I can see why. Can't wait to try their curries.
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Daniel G.

This restaurant is just a block down from my office and after my receptionist ordered from there one day, I have been ordering the chicken pad thai almost daily for lunch because it is delicious. The pad thai is easily one of the best I have had in the world! Their take out service is always exceptional and fast and everyone is always very friendly. It is also very affordable. I get the pad thai and a diet coke for about 10 bucks. Cant beat that! Congratulations, Thai Lagoon!
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Reyer M.

This place is a solid BYOB option. The food and service are good. Kind of a small place, but I've never had to wait for a table. The garlic pepper dish is excellent. The pad thai had a creamy sauce and was different than any pad thai that I've had. It was ok, but if you're expecting a more traditional pad thai then it just doesn't measure up. The atmosphere is not bad, but with a name like Thai Lagoon and a big fish on the sign out front, I was surprised there wasn't even a fish tank inside. A fish tank would be a nice touch. Overall it is a great value and I'll continue to go back.
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Peanut Q.

Never order from this place again.. Rude service.. Charge for plastic forks..
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Erica L.

I've been here once and really enjoyed it, however, I'm really disappointed that they are closed on Sundays. Tasty food, though, and byob is always a plus. I remember the prices being decent and the staff being friendly.. but that's all. I'll have to try it again and see what comes of the next outing.
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george k.

I used to order from here maybe once a month for the past few years and a few months back the food really went downhill. The crab rangoon used to be great. The last time I ordered it was a giant hunk of fake crab meat w/ some cream cheese. It was brutal. I can no longer recommend it.
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Ann J.

The Crab Rangoon was really good. The egg rolls were very good. Mmmm.... The basil chicken was awesome and actually came extra spicy, which is what I ordered. Can't wait to order again and try more items.
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Clif P.

This review is based on their Take-out/Delivery. (If I was to write it as dine-in, I would likely give it only 4 stars because the atmosphere and set up is a little awkward). Thai Lagoon's food is great. They have amazing Pad Thai, and you can choose your own protein. Their Crab Rangoon has great taste. Just make sure you eat it while its hot. One of the best parts about Thai Lagoon is their reasonable prices!
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Paymon K.

I'm also surprised that people have not enjoyed the food here. I ordered the tamarind curry, which is unique (I would come back just for that dish) and unusual for a Thai place. It was very intricate and had a good amount of spice. Some people might find it "too watery" for curry, but it mixes well with the rice as a result. We also got the fried pad see eiw (with extra veggies, no meat). Personally, I would order it with normal, not fried, noodles next time just because deep fried noodles was a little overwhelming. That being said, the flavor was great, the vegetables were arrayed, and it was spicy, which I liked. Of course, they offer to make anything as spicy or mild as you like. Finally, the portion sizes were good, offsetting the fact that the prices were "$1 above average" as someone else put it. Also, the service was fine. Our waitress was hilarious. The atmosphere seems laid back, which is a good alternative. And they have BYOB. Overall, it was a good experience, and most importantly, I highly recommend the tamarind curry.
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Isla E.

They definitely redeemed themselves. If you haven't figured it out yet, I am a picky eater. Everything was prepared for delivery exactly to my specifications. Their fresh Vietnamese Spring Rolls are too heavy on vermicelli and not enough greens, but, again, this isn't a Vietnamese restaurant. One thing they do right with the VSR's is give you more than enough sauce. Having to conserve sauce ruins the experience, right? I was very pleased with my veggies (they were so fresh and crisp! Not overcooked!) and my man ate all the pad thai (a little mushy, but he liked it). The woman on the phone that took my order was so nice and helpful, and repeated everything back. I wish I had tipped the delivery guy a little more; I'm into this place!
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Jeff L.

Their food is AMAZING. Prices are great too. Also this place is close to my house. I would rate it FIVE STARS but the service inside their dining room is lacking sometimes. Forgetting to refill your beverages or taking forever to bring your check, etc. But I forgive them for this since their prices and food are a knockout. I really enjoy their crab rangoon even though I have been trying to stop eating fried stuff as often. ALL of their curries are AWESOME. MY GF really likes their salads. GO HERE!
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Kristi O.

God awful. Everything was bland. The spring rolls were flavorless, the pad Thai tasted like lean cuisine, and the Basil Tofu was was bitter and I couldn't find any basil in it at all. The waitress didn't say a single word to us. Worst Thai food I've had in years. Completely disapointed.
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Ryan M.

You have to question a thai restaurant when you walk through the door and none of the staff is Asian The food is what you would expect from a thai restaurant with no Thais working - very average. Entrees are fairly priced but they get you on the appetizers $6 for soup and 4.50 for two egg rolls. Byob is a plus and parking is easy
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Nicolas H.

I really wanted to like it here but it's hard to give a fabulous review when the food is just average. The soup was good with the perfect amount of spice, but maybe one too many mushrooms. The Crab Rangoon was good as well, hot and fresh. Figured the Pad Thai had to be good, since it's really hard to mess that signature dish up, but I was wrong. The sauce was a little off, there was no fried egg in sight, and the chicken was just average. The noodles also didn't seem to fit and the dish was just missing something flavor-wise. I'd come back again, but only get Appetizer, Soup and Salad and call it a night...
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Poof A.

To say I was underwhelmed by this place would be an understatement. It might be more apt to say I almost had a salt overdose after dining here. We ended up here when Handlebar was full to bursting and there was barely anybody in this place, which is right across the road. Should have taken it as a sign. There were four of us, and we ordered a bunch of things family-style. The one thing they all had in common: SALT. Even the rice salad was so so so salty. Considering we ordered our meal in consultation with the waiter, you'd think he might have subtly advised us to steer clear of certain dishes (there's not way you could work there and *not* know how bad some of the food is). I'm guessing they're trying to compensate for a lack of taste with salt. They did not succeed.
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Sarah M.

Meh. The reason we love Thai is because it is one of the most flavorful collections of foods out there. Similar to Indian food, you could wear a blindfold and taste test a variety of dishes and know where they were from based on the emergence of screaming taste buds in your mouth. Thai Lagoon failed the taste test, because it lacked in the staples of Thai seasonings and spices. Simply put: it had no umph. Pad thai is decent, but noodles were too al dente and the peanut sauce was liquidy and didn't hold. The Bangkok Saute was pretty flavorful and textured with all the fun stuff: tomatoes, tofu, etc. I threw Thai Lagoon 3 ninja stars. #1 for the cream cheese wontons (which are actually rolls, but let's not get hung up on petty technicalities that only gives transparency that this joint is Not of authentic thai food). You get 7 to an order and the crispy, sweet outside holds a barrel full of warm, soft cheese on the inside. Not bad. Not bad at all. #2 star validates the quirky wicker park/bucktown decor that one comes to expect from the hip-o-licious town. I'm not sure what's happening inside the place actually, now that I'm rambling...there is an evolutionary descendant of an abdominal snowman into a naked fox boy (pictured above), then massive Maneki Neko starring at you while you eat (which is Chinese, not thai, but again...petty details). #3 star......because I left full. I'm not sure the appeal of the vegan/vegetarian options, because several Thai places do this, and with greater class. Thai Lagoon is good as a novelty, and a great place to hang with friends...it just isn't the place to go for "the real thing". Maybe next time.
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Erin O.

I love Thai Lagoon! The interior is cute, they always play cool music and it's BYOB. I order from here at least twice a month. That said--ALWAYS ORDER CURRIES. Ordering noodle and rice dishes here is generally a mistake because: A. All of the curries (Yellow, Red and Panang with tofu are my favorites) kick ass. B. They're just not that good. I have a theory about Thai restaurants: you either go for noodles/rice or you go for curries. I've never been anywhere in the city that I thought did a good job with both. Stick to the curries at Thai Lagoon and you'll be a happy camper.
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Ingrid C.

I was very excited to find out that Thai lagoon now offers lunch! Best lunch deal around my job!! I was there Friday around 3pm, called in advance to place my order, when I got there my food took a minute to arrive to the table. The lunch combo includes soup and one entree. The soup was one of the best vegetable soups that I've ever had. I also had the Chicken Basil which was tasty as well. all that for less than $6, now that's a deal! The waitress was very friendly and helpful.
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Rebecca S.

This used to be my favorite thai place in the city. The pad se eww was the best, but once they went under new ownership, the place has been awful. They changed the way they make the dishes; different ingredients, sauces and quality. I'm super disappointed! Please go back to making the food the way it was because it was so good!
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Glenna S.

Mmmm, yellow curry. I have to admit, the first time we went to Thai Lagoon, we were not so impressed. The Pad Thai noodles were not cooked softly enough to really blend with the sauce, which I found to be quite bland. Our next trip, however, got me hooked! Definitely go with the curries at this place. The yellow curry's tofu, bamboo shoots, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, basil, spices, and coconut milk (gotta love the coco milk!) mix into a great flavor and give the dish texture! John's tried quite a few curries, but likes the Panang the best. I do have to mention that service isn't the greatest, just because most of the times we've eaten in, there's only been one waiter working the whole (I'll be it kinda small) room, so you may have to ask for water refills. Also, while I love the yellow curry, the spice level has been inconsistent. You have a choice of not spicy, mild, spicy, or extra spicy. I always go with the mild, though sometimes it's spicier than other times. One time I asked about this, and the woman I presume to be the owner told me that one of her chefs make things spicier than the others. Just to warn you. Enjoy--and remember: go with the curries!
(4)
david g.

wow, has this place gone downhill. We hadn't had it in a while, and we were excited to try it again, but it stunk. first the food- edible, but nothing special. tofu and cucumber salad had no cucumbers. all the tofu was dry, like it had been cooked days ago. Noodles were so so. no fresh veggies in the veggie dishes. We used to dream of coming here, the food was so good. i guess i should have looked at the recent reviews. I would have given the food 2-3 stars, but the delivery sealed the 1 star. at 7, we were told an hour, after an hour and a half with no food, we were told it would be there any minute. at the two hour mark, 9pm, he shows up with our food- missing one of the dishes, and another one incorrect. They tell me he'll bring it right away. I give him a nice top, hoping he'll hurry back. I live less than 2 miles, straight shot, from Thai Lagoon. An hour later, 10pm, I call, they tell me he just left. I wait 30 minutes more, 10:30pm, and finally call and tell them I don't want it any more, I'm going to bed. No apology from them. 11:15, my phone rings, I'm sleeping, he's outside with my food. I politely tell him I'm not interested, he makes a big deal about how he came all the way back after his last delivery to give me my food, which I had ordered FOUR HOURS AND FIFTEEN MINUTES PRIOR. Never again.
(1)
Lucy B.

This review is only for the delivery service we received tonight. The food was excellent...when it finally arrived 2 hours after we ordered it. I appreciate that it is Saturday night, but I placed my order at 7:30 and the food showed up at 9:30, with no phone call telling me how late they were running. The actual food on the other hand was awesome and I will eat there again for sure!
(3)
Melanie V.

This place is ok... I mean, our server was uber friendly and it's pretty cute in the restaurant, but it's nothing to rave about. Maybe it's because we went at 9pm on a Sunday night? I'm not sure. I ordered the spring rolls, which were filled with tofu and bean sprouts...They were decent enough. Then I got the spinach and chinese broccoli with chicken. I enjoyed it because I was in the mood for alot of veggies, but I definitely piled on the hot sauce. Prices are pretty average, so that's a good thing...It looks like they offer sushi on only the weekends, but the rolls seemed overpriced to me.
(3)
Lea S.

Darn! I wanted to like this place! We just got dinner for two delivered. My fiance's meal (green curry) was good an prepared just as ordered, but mine was a big fail. I had a vegetarian entree dish and they totally forgot the tofu, which was the main feature of the dish. I called to let them know and they offered to credit me for our next order. I asked if they could refund instead, but that was not an option. Besides forgetting the tofu, I'd say that the vegetables in my dish were just not special, or prepared very well. A few pieces of cauliflower, green beens, red bell peppers, and something which I think is radish....not the most special thai veggies I can think of. So I hope to change my opinion if we eat there again!
(2)
ellen s.

love love love THAI LAGOON! next best to YES thai which is my chi fav, but too far for me to travel! I get their delivery weekly (at least) and highly recommend: pad se ewi (crispy or regular), rice namsood (with tofu), miso soup with udon noodles in it, and panang curry (with tofu). :P you won't go wrong! also, the peanut butter salmon roll is a must try if you eat in on the weekend and crispy noodles are better when they are delivered.
(5)
Jon L.

If I were straight off a slow boat from Thailand, I may not recognize the food at Thai Lagoon. But that's OK. I'm 6'5" and from Wisconsin and this stuff does the job. It's toes the line from eh, to really good. Pad Thai. Lacks the pop I expect from a quality Pad Thai. It'll fill your belly but won't tickle your taste buds. Crab Rangoon. This is why you come here. Excellent. In fact it's a big reason why I'm going three stars here. It's that good. Curry. Tried them all. Any self respecting Thai place should nail these. Thai Lagoon does.
(3)
Haley B.

There's nothing I adore more than an inexpensive byob joint that has a great atmosphere, delish food and no corkage fee. And Thai Lagoon fulfills all of those requirements. I consider myself a Thai connoisseur of sorts and I would go as far to say that Thai Lagoon is the best Thai in the city. Everything on the menu is always served warm, inexpensive, as Thai food should be, and all around wonderful. Great spot for a date, a place to bring visitors or a spot for an inexpensive byob dinner with friends, Thai Lagoon is a great spot that you shouldn't miss out on!
(5)
Jennifer S.

The food was average but the delivery time was great. I placed my order online at and it was at my door 20 minutes later.
(4)
Kathy L.

I love love love Thai Lagoon! The BF and I make the trek up from Bridgeport once a week or so for their mushroom wontons, Pad See-Eiw and Tamarind Curry. And that's what we get, every time, not because we don't enjoy trying new things, but because our favorites are too good to even bother. Thai Lagoon is one of those places that never seems to have an off-night. Our food is always perfectly as we remember it and hope it will be. Even when the restaurant is busy and they're short staffed, the food and service don't suffer. Their dishes are the perfect amount of food- more than you think is there, but not to the point of grossly overstuffing yourself. It's also affordable for diners on a budget (our budget, at least, which isn't much!). A perfect combination of flavor, value, great service, and veg*n friendliness!
(5)
Sonja B.

Last week I went vegan after being veg for 14 years. Didn't know if my favorite thai place would still be my favorite thai place after that, and guess what? They will make just about everything vegan for you. My Panang curry was just as good without fish sauce, next time I will try another curry and give that a review. But the Panang was just as good. My only thing is that the curries are better vegetable than tofu- you get more sauce. Also, if I remember correctly the pad thai is pretty spicy. Everything that is "medium" is pretty spicy as well, so keep that in mind. They are consistent, good customer service, and I have never gotten sick from this place. As I have said in previous reviews that they are my favorite, but now that I know they happily cater to vegans I have a new reason to love them.
(5)
Liz T.

I have tried two different noodle dishes and both have failed miserably. The first time I tried the noodles, they asked if I wanted them spicy and I said "Mild, please." When I got home and took a bite, I immediately broke a sweat and felt like my tongue was on fire. I could hardly eat another bite. I don't even remember which noodle dish I ordered - must have been burned out of my brain. The second time I tried them, I ordered Pad Woonsen which is supposed to come with chicken AND shrimp. There was only a few small pieces of chicken throughout the whole dish and no shrimp. The dish itself was gross and unappetizing and its smell was almost nauseating. I have, however, tried a couple of their salads which are very fresh and tasty. Oh yeah, and their sushi on the weekends is incredibly overpriced. Bottom line: don't bother with the noodles. Bleck.
(2)
Nic T.

I would probably give this place more 3.5 stars, as my experiences here range from 3 to 5 stars. It's unfortunate that the place can be hit or miss as my first experience with them was extraordinary having just moved to the neighborhood. But, I think the key to this place is finding a dish that you love that they make well and stick to it, and you should be pretty set. My favorite safe dishes: House Somen noodles - very tasty noodles with spinach and a delicious garlic sesame sauce, this is my new standby, try it if it's your first time! Pad See-eiw - standard dish that fares well, not the best I've had but tasty nonetheless. Mussaman curry - The curry itself is fantastic, nice spice and flavour, although the proportion of veggies is a little odd for the dish. I do also happen to like their Crab Rangoon, I find it very delicious and probably my 3rd favourite Crab Rangoon in the city (Indie Cafe on the northside hands down #1). Although a bit pricy, worth it. WORD OF CAUTION!!! They offer many of their dishes cooked either 'Medium' or 'Hot' Spicy. The difference between Medium and Hot is about as wide as a Taco Bell Mild hot sauce and sucking on a habanero. I can hardly detect any spiciness in a Medium dish, however, as much as I love everything super spicy, HOT will burn your mouth off... Maybe I'm just unlucky and they always knock the whole bowl of spicy seasoning into my dishes, but it's a little absurd. They need to offer 'Medium Hot' or something... You've been warned. Overall the ambience is cute and perfect for a date, or even a small group of friends. The music is generally a nice eclectic mix to complement the decor. It is BYOB. Overall, if you're in the area, it's a safe bet for some tasty Thai food.
(4)
Jason G.

The spicy was spicy. The service was friendly. The BYOB was wonderful. The wait was minimal. I liked this place. Not a 4 or 5 though since I can't remember what I had so it couldn't have been exactly mind-blowing. I remember having a good time and leaving full. And that's what counts, kids.
(3)
Tsung M.

We went there on black friday night and there was no one else in the restaurant. But there were definitely people on the street having dinner. With some hesitation, we still went in there because it was freezing. First, we ordered Thai spring roll. It was plain bad. The spring rolls fell apart when I picked it up. When you taste it, so many senses come out in a settle way that turns me off after the first bite. The sauce tastes strange, it's slimy and sweet. I'm an easy eater, I eat literally everything, but that spring rolls made me feel sick and confused why that even exists. Then we ordered some fried noodles and a rice dish. I had the noodles Pad-See-ew. It was alright. Nothing special. The vegetable pieces were chopped in large sizes. Kind of greasy. Nothing remarkable. The service was good though. But when the food was below average, it just kind of kills the night. Would not go there again. There are so many other great and high-value Thai places around in Chicago. There are plenty of street parking though.
(2)
Carlee W.

A friend and I drove by and decided to eat there last minute, and what a great decision that was! There was only one server that night, but Chris was sweet, funny, nice, and working as fast as he could, especially because the place was pretty decently full. Our food was super yummy, and the prices were pretty great. The atmosphere is adorable, and not cliche-Thai, but still warm, inviting, and nicely done. I can't wait to go back here when that Thai craving hits
(5)
Robert R.

I went here once a couple days ago. If you want mediocre, run of the mill Thai food, then come here. I was less than impressed and even less impressed with the absent minded fellow waiting on us. Forgetting to bring menus, silverware or ask anything more than our order. Not coming back!
(2)
Eric V.

This place was a beacon of light in the neighborhood years ago when they first opened. It was on the fringe of a developing area and provided great food at a great price. The motif was very calm and subdued and the staff was quite pleasant. While some changes have occurred over the years it's nice to see that the core foundation that made this place a favorite of mine hasn't changed. One inconsistency that I would like to see worked on is their seasoning. In that I mean their hot vs. mild etc... Todays hot might be tomorrows mild without warning. The food is always great and with some chili paste at my side this is easily remedied but it would be my only recommendation. Try the Vietnamese Spring Rolls!!!!
(4)
Kristi K.

I think I need to try it again, for a few reasons: 1) I got takeout. I'm glad I did though...it's so cute in there, I would been depressed about eating alone with no date. 2) I got pad thai. I know...I know. But I just wanted it. Pad Thai was good enough. It's hard to make it really bad, but is rarely memorable. HOWEVER, I did get crab rangoon. They were awesome. Perfectly crisp, not greasy, and delish. I'll be back to try again.
(3)
Mimi S.

Ok....here we go, my kids actually helped me out with this one so heads moms of teens and tweens! They said the chicken fried rice tasted more like shrimp fried rice and the beef and pineapple rice was just like any other place. Keep in mind that kids are SUPER hard to please so take this one with a grain of salt! My fellow Vegans: ALL dishes can be made vegan minus the GMO and MSG. Now for that, they are worth a shot! If you want to dine in, just make sure your party is no larger than 4 or call ahead so they can make arrangements as this is a pretty intimate place...Hope this helps...Happy Yelping!
(3)
Christina M.

This place has bad food. My sister and I disliked our food entirely. Lucky for me, mine was somewhat edible. But hers...no. She only took one bite then had it taken away. Did they question why? No... Yes my lil' sis' should have said something, but she didn't want to cause a huge fuss or receive new bad food with spit in it. The food is seriously not good and I do not recommended it.
(1)
Andrew P.

Thai Lagoon makes the best panang curry in the city. Hands down. The red, the green, the panang - any of them. Fantaaaaaaastic! Everytime i go to Thai Lagoon, i tell myself i'm going to order something besides a curry dish... and every time i go to Thai Lagoon, I order one of the curries. I wish I could tell you about something else on the menu, but all I know about Thai Lagoon is their appetizer menu and the curries. Thai Lagoon + Curry = Won. Der. Ful.
(5)
Andrew L.

I'll start out by saying Thai Lagoon is one of my go-to restaurants for when my wife and I have guests in from out of town. We like the cozy, minimal atmosphere, the staff is always as friendly as they come, and most importantly the food NEVER disappoints. I've eaten there myself 30+ times and never been disappointed, and whenever we take people there they enjoy it as well. My favorite dishes are the musaman curry, their vegatible fried rice, and another curry dish that I can't remember. Their avocado and vegetable rolls are fantastic as well. I'm a little disappointed to see Thai Lagoon only have three and a half stars. I noticed many of the low scores were from people who had food delivered. I've only eaten at the restaurant, so I can't comment on that, but I'm confident that had some of those people eaten at the restaurant they would have given it a higher score.
(5)
Ry O.

Best Thai in the City. Hands down. When I lived in the area, I ate here twice a month (typically the same dish, of course). I still make the trek back once in a while, especially to bring friends and family. It's small and quaint, quiet and friendly, plus ... byob. The Curry is thick and hardy, and everything always tastes fresh. I know everyone has their own Favorite Best-Thai-in-the-City Restaurant, so I'm sure this review won't convince anyone away from that, but if you're feeling open-minded ..... why not give mine a try?
(5)
Gaurang S.

I've reviewed Penny's noodles and Zen noodles in these pages before, as examples of mediocre Thai food in Wicker Park. I thought I'd be adding to that list. I was wrong. This place is not mediocre. It is just really bad. I really want places like this to succeed! I like the paintings on the wall, the comfortable way the staff treats you and how nice they are. But the food is just plain bad. Tasteless and spiceless, it reduces you to continue eating simply so as to not leave too much behind to tip off staff that their food is terrible. (I usually don't have the heart to tell someone to their face their food is bad. I just prefer to come to a relatively non confrontation place like yelp and review it instead. =). But he must have caught on, because at the end he asked if food was ok. So maybe they know? And just don't care? I dunno, it's a mystery. And it managed to make Penny's look good, which is a miracle.
(2)
Teri M.

Thai Lagoon has the best crispy noodles in the city. I hope someone tells me if they find someplace more versed in crispy noodles, because I have yet to find it myself.
(4)
Claire S.

The last time I was at Thai Lagoon was almost a year ago, so I wanted to update after my most recent visit. I'm giving Thai Lagoon 3, perhaps 3.5 stars this time around. I got the yellow curry with tofu again and it was still as delicious as last time, so no complaints there. We also had a very friendly server, so props for that too. The decor has gone downhill a bit though and the walls were completely bare except for the picture hangers which remained behind. Also, I'm gonna suggest NOT getting the crab Rangoon as they were not good at all! The Pad Thai is also forgettable (I took a bite from someone at my table) and I've definitely had better. I might crave the yellow curry enough to come back to Thai Lagoon, but otherwise, I'll probably stick to getting Thai in my own neighborhood.
(3)
Emily T.

This is a solid Thai restaurant that has a decent dine in experience. I went last night with some girlfriends and was treated with being able to try 3 of their dishes. All provided just enough spice. I was really happy with the Lemon Grass Chicken. The aroma of the dish alone was enough to write home about. The veggies were crisp and the flavors of ginger and lemon grass were yummy. I have had their food before delivered and I believe I was disappointed by the spice level. So it may lack consistency. The dining room is warm and quaint. We stayed long after our check arrived ( which I'm sure the waiter enjoyed) mostly because we had lots of catching up to do, but partly because its a space that makes you want to stay. I didn't give it more than 3 stars because its Good, its Not freaking amazing..........but it does its job of delivering good food and good dining experience. Enjoy.
(3)
Nolan F.

One of the other reviewers said that this is a place that is hit or miss. Among my friends, it was definitely a hit. We were using this as a backup for Handlebar - which was packed, so we headed over to this cozy Thai place. I was pleased to find the prices were very reasonable, and the food was good. Our server was helpful and friendly, too. We may have caught them on a lucky night, or this place might be just that understatedly hip, but the playlist was solely comprised of The Clash and The Cure, which went over very well with my group. Overall it was a very good experience. FYI, there is a $3 corkage fee on BYOB, so be advised if you are coming here just because it is BYOB.
(4)
Michael M.

Ew. really not very good, even for "sloppy" Thai. Noodles were overcooked and not particularly flavorful, yet very salty. Portion was fairly well-sized, not that I really wanted a lot of what they gave me.
(2)
Caitlin C.

Unfriendly hostess and they have the worst pad Thai I've had. I decided to give the place a second try but it was just as bad. Both times there was a ton of egg shells in my dish and both times I got very ill after eating.
(1)
Julie F.

if you've never had good thai food, then you'll think this place is okay, but overall as someone who has been to thailand and also loves thai food, i was not impressed..... i expect a thai restaurant in chicago to have thai peppers in the food and not jalapeno peppers, which are not in thai food at all. the staff was very friendly when i stopped in for take-out, but the prices were high enough i would suggest you just go to O'Cha nearby or Silom 12 instead.
(2)
Kent S.

I've eaten from here a few times. The first couple times were takeout and the food was delicious. Eventually, I got around to dining at the restaurant. It was a cozy little atmosphere and they easily accommodated for our group size and we found ourselves seated within moments of arriving. BYOB is always a perk to a place that is within walking distance. The Panang Curry with Chicken is my favorite way to go here. Nice and spicy. I got a chance to sample a little of everything we had ordered and I was quite satisfied with our decision on visiting Thai Lagoon. It doesn't beat getting food from you Thai friends' mom's kitchen, but it's certainly a tasty alternative.
(4)
Helena B.

I've both eaten in and had Thai Lagoon delivered. As for delivery, they are super fast despite the fact that items are made when ordered (rather than premade and sitting around awaiting your order). The tipping point for me (tipping them in to the "top 5 delivery places" category in my heart) is that in addition to making nearly anything Vegan (meat and I have a complicated history) you can also adjust the spice level (Low/Medium/High) to meet your daily whim.
(4)
Ria C.

This place seriously is so horrible it almost turned me off to thai food completely. They try to overcompensate for the lack of flavors, complexity, and taste with ungodly amounts of salt. I chose the eggplant dish with chicken and boy this was like mush in a bowl with chicken splattered on it. The grilled eggplant was heavily salted and immersed in a gooey mess with an unseasoned breast of chicken mess. We don't even remember what the bubs chose because it wasn't worth remembering since we almost spat it out. Never coming back. Sick.
(1)
Mike K.

A pretty solid meal for your dinner dollar. Not special, sometimes a little pitchy dawg, but still a pretty good meal, usually. The basics are covered. You know, you got your pad thai, your pad see ew, your naard laarg, your gruut norg. Those last two might actually be Ikea couches. I'm confused. Anyway, the soups are good too. I like the tom yum soup, although I always forget to ask them to leave out the fish sauce (if that's even possible). Okay, here's where I dish on the negative. Never get sushi here. They have it a couple nights a week, and it's just . . . not . . . that . . . good. Also, if you can remember, don't ever get tuna steaks at the lagoon. If you need a memory device, remember that tuna live in the deep blue ocean, not in the lagoon. I made this mistake once and I was fit to be thaid. Is this thing on? So, stick to the basics, BYOB, and you can't go wrong. Oh, and the staff are really friendly as well. Overall, they're not knocking it out of the park, but they're a good neighborhood spot.
(3)
Amanda T.

Pros: Service was good. The Thai ice tea was good. Cons: The basil beef was very mediocre. The pad Thai sucked so hard!!!! It was bland and more bland. Pad thai should be flavorful, and this was just an insult to southeast Asian moms everywhere. Love you mommy!
(2)
Lulu R.

As I have mentioned before. I Like...i mean... LOVE Thai food. I have experienced my fare share of excellent Thai cuisine. Thai Lagoon was NOT one of those places. First the place looked uninviting. as we physically walked in the place, it was a tiny little room. I witnessed one of their hipster waiter/worker smoking in the back where they were cooking up our food. I had the Pad Sie Ewe and Tom Yum Soup. I usually get that at new Thai Joints just to get a feel for their cooking...and usually its a safe bet. I was highly disappointed. The Pad sie Ewe was pad see EWWWWWWW. It was slimy and way too spicy when i specifically didn't order it spicy. The Tom Yum Soup was OK but it had way too much cilantro. It is BYOB with a $3 corkage fee. The prices are a bit high for cheap Thai eats. The seating is uncomfortable. The service was mediocre and our waiter couldn't give us an opinion on the food. Thai lagoon almost ruined my love for other Thai eateries.....ALMOST.
(2)
lauren a.

I'm pretty floored that this place has 3.5 stars. Let me break it down real quick. The food = gross. No seriously, I've eaten at my fair share of thai places around the city and the food here is by far the worst thai i've had and borderline worst food i've had period. Tastes like a make-at-home thai mix overcooked by someone who didn't read the directions. I'd also like to add that I don't have a super-refined pallet. I'll eat almost anything and not put up a fuss, but the quality and taste of the food I spent good money on is infuriating. Not great prices either. I'd say around $1 above average for the area. I was lucky enough to not order the sushi since it cost nearly 8 bucks, but I can't imagine it being anything but a disappointment. Don't waste your money here, folks.
(1)
Douglas R.

Great curries, and pad Thai. BYOB. It can be a little cramped at times, but it is worth it. There are a lot of Thai places that disappoint in Wicker Park... Namely, one that is right by the damen blue line stop. Why not eat well for the same price?
(4)
Kelsey K.

I was so excited to try this place based on the reviews that we read and we were disappointed. It wasn't BAD, but it just wasn't GOOD. We order delivery from The Spice Thai Cuisine all the time, but we were looking for a place that had a more welcoming exterior so we yelped this place. The food from The Spice is WAY better, but you have to get to Milwaukee and Diversey to get it. Was I super :-( last night? Nah, but I don't know that I'll be going back. Oh yeah, but their Panang curry is aight. I love that stuff too, so I'm glad I didn't dislike theirs. I'd have to get Yelping ninja on they asses if they messed up that one. Don't mess with my favs. Yelping is NOT fun for me if you mess up a fav.
(2)
Tyler B.

Okay of all the mediocre Thai food I've experienced in Chicago, I'd say that Thai Lagoon tops the list. Best Thai I've had in 5 years of the second city. Way to go. Extensive menu with veggie options- if that's yer thang. Proportions are not large, but just enough to fill you up and leftovers- so if your like me a 20-something on a tight budget Thai Lagoon fits the bill. Not overt-swank but definitely not cheese. As with most Thai dines it's got that DIY aesthetic, but cheers to the designer for editing the unnecessary. Neat and dim, sets the mood, bring a date and BYOB. Settle for a bottle of red and relax. Closest bike rack just west around the corner on Claremount. Or across the way near Handlebar.
(4)
Ariel L.

This is the best Thai food in Wicker Park / Buck-town, hands down. The food is great, the service is good and you always get a nice smile form the take out counter when picking up. The only thing I have had on the menu which I didn't like was the Spring Roll appetizer. It has absolutely NO flavor, so don't order it. If you plan on going to sit down be aware that it does get busy and there is a good chance you will have to wait, especially on the weekends. If you do have to wait, go have a beer on the sweet patio behind Handle Bar.
(4)
Zoe F.

I LOVED this place. I live in the area and passed by every day so i decided to order some food to go. My order was ready within 10-15 minutes and I was greeted warmly by the staff when i arrived to pick it up. The portions are quite large (larger than i expected). The chicken fried rice and beef and broccoli are my two favorites and everyone should try them! I will definitely be back, Thank you!
(5)
Chris O.

i really hope i went there for take-out on an off day or ordered the wrong dishes because it seems like majority of the reviews say this place is pretty good. i ordered the small tom yum soup with seafood and the pad see ew with tofu. so the tom yum soup was good where the broth tasted like what it was supposed to and had all the fixings in it. however the squid and the shrimp that they put in there were totally flavorless, as if they just boiled in some water too long to make it rubbery and then added it to the bowl of soup. even the mushrooms tasted like they were canned. the pad see ew was the worst. i didn't think thai food could go wrong since it's such a staple for asian food in chicago, but this was ridiculous. it didn't even taste right. the noodles were over cooked, there was absolutely no sauce in it, and the vegetables in it were this faded out green color that you would only find coming out of a canadian geese's a-hole. thai lagoon, you looked awesome from the outside, but really, this sucks.
(1)
Jill L.

Thai Lagoon is awesome. The Namsod "salad" is ridonculous. Its hardly a salad, it is warm, crunchy, lemongrassy, peppery deliciousness. Big enough for two moderate eaters. And the people at this place know a thing or two about spice. If you are a real spice-a-holic, order the pepper beef, mentioning to make it spicy. Also, this is the birthplace of my new favorite, Tom Yum soup. Their ingredients are much fresher than the so called other Tom Yums I've had. On top of that its BYOB and they even offer to chill things like beer or white wine (a gwertztraminer goes wonderfully with this food, btw) without you even having to ask. They're all really nice, especially the little Thai lady, I just wanna HUG her. :)
(5)
Kelly C.

I thought it was just "ok" The place is pretty cute and comfortable. Decent service too. I love BYOB - that is always an added bonus. The price was excellent as well. I LOVE Crab Rangoon - I order it every time it appears on a menu and for the first time I wasn't really that excited about it. It had huge chunks of crab which was good but something about the overall flavor I wasn't crazy about. Maybe it is because they were so big?? I'm not sure I just didn't really like them. I also ordered the Pineapple Fried Rice which was very good. I actually really like it. My friend ordered Chicken Pad Thai and again, it was just okay. I wasn't a fan of the noodles they used. It was a nice night - food was okay - but I wouldn't go out of my way to go again.
(3)
L L.

Shui mai - $6?!?! shitty, from frozen - I thought that they would charge less if that was the case. Crispy pad see EWW - it wasn't crispy and the worst I had Green curry shrimp - salty and gross Never, Ever AGAIN.. Girl was nice which earned a star - but I'll never see her again.
(1)
Michelle C.

A cool little Thai spot. It's small and cozy. Lighting and decor is pretty nice and has a calm effect. It was pretty busy when we came in and the nice lady led us to a bar/counter to wait for a party to leave. She brought us menus to look over and water for each of us. We only had to wait a few minutes for a table. BYOB, since they don't serve alchohol. We didn't know this, but we other people brought their own: 40 complete with paper bag, regular-sized bottles of beer, wine. The dishes were pretty good. Unfortuanetly I can't recall the name of each dish, but I'll try to describe each. One was something with coconut curry, which was pretty fantastic. Another was an eggplant dish with beef, which was just OK. I can't remember the third dish we ordered... It's a cozy little spot in this area. If you're in the area and craving Thai, this is a good spot.
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Katja L.

Delicious thai food for not too much cash. Is it the most authentic ever? Heck no. Are the waiters helpful in telling you everything that's in a dish for people with food quirks? Aw yeah. I've eaten here quite a few times and never had a bad experience. They're BYOB, but the nearest place is Crespo's, whose "Finer Foods" are indeed fine, but is kind of far when it's January and you're just wanting to get some wine with your dinner. $3 corkage fee, though, which is a little sucky.
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Ryan W.

Very hit or miss, even if you tend to order the same dishes. However, when it's good, it's really good. Good prices, too. The speed of their delivery service frequently excels.
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nancy n.

I like to take people here from out of town. While nothing is fantastic (except maybe the Namsod salad...dear god I love it), everything is pretty good. And the wait is always reasonable, parking is doable, the decor is cute, and it's BYOB. One of my two favorite waiters in the city work here too. And I always get him...just on top of his game and really friendly. Though you probably won't call your friends during the meal to tell them how amazing it was, everything I've ever ordered has been pretty good.
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Gina R.

had delivery a few times; the noodles were okay and the vegetables seemed pretty fresh. unfortunately, I cannot say the same for the red curry. sour and sub-par. there is better thai in the area.
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Brian B.

Cool space, sort of disappointed that we were doing take-out. Also, sort of disappointing that we had to do take-out because their Delivery Service stops running fairly early, ah well. The lady that rung us up was SUPER super nice. The Panang Curry was one of the better ones I've had in the city -- great color, aromatic, with a nice, thick consistency (isn't watery curry the worst thing ever)?. Slightly disappointed in the Pad See Ew -- it was strangely sweet (somehow citrusy?), in the heat of the moment I over compensated by putting more hotsauce on it making it even worse. That's my bad. Still looking for a solid Thai place in Logan Square now that Sai Mai is gone. *note: used "dissapoint" WAY too much in this review -- dissapointing.
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Andrew E.

I have yet to find a Thai place that makes better curries than Thai Lagoon. They are extremely tasty and leave you craving them week after week. My wife swears by the Panang with Chicken. I usually get Green or Red with Tofu. I really like how the tofu is a perfect balance of not too soft but not fried crunchy like some places.
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Selene D.

Ugh I'm really sick right now, and every time I think about the fried tofu with sweet and sour sauce I had for dinner at Thai Lagoon, I feel my stomach lurch; I'm pretty sure that's what made me sick. It's my fault for eating it; the first bite tasted like fried dish sponge, and the little dish of sauce just would not penatrate the tasteless little 'nuggets'. My friend and I just kept eating them, however, because #1 I don't like to send food back, and #2 I'm strapped for cash, so if I ordered it, I'm eating it...and now i'm regretting it....barf. I'm a vegan, too, so I'm no stranger to tofu and how it should be prepared. They do get theoretical points for offering to make anything on the menu vegan (though most all Asian places can do this, as the Asians invented tofu and they don't typically use a great deal of dairy, excluding India of course). But since I got sick off of the food, I can't give any more than 1 star. I also ordered the vegetable tempura...VERY greasy, and I'm pretty sure most of the vegetables except for the eggplant and peppers were frozen. I'm sure of this because they were very soggy. Also very oily. Dear goodness I think i'm going to retch just recounting my meal....ugh....
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Amy G.

I was so pleasantly surprised by the simple tastiness and more than adequate service. On New Years day the small space got to be rather crowded, but our water was always refilled and our server was very friendly and attentive. I had the vegetable soup which was fabulous-- a great way to incorporate some green in your meal and glass noodles, yum-- and followed with the green curry with tofu. I am craving it today, the morning after. The portions are huge and would be great for sharing in a large group. It's BYOB and many dishes are in the $7-9 range; that's an incredible deal for the amount and flavor of the food! I overheard diners behind us complementing the flavor of their dishes. I would completely agree. And when the server was packing our leftovers, she suggested we take home more rice. I will absolutely be back for the rich curry and cheap prices when I'm in the neighborhood. I really did not expect to find this good of a low-key Thai restaurant in Wicker Park.
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Reid M.

Thai Lagoon was the first dinner I ate in Chicago when I was looking for an apartment here, and it really cemented the "Chicago has awesome food" thing for me. That first time, I had the Panang Curry, which I've since dubbed "orgasm curry," it's so good. I've been back many times since, and it's really held up. They have my favorite Pad Thai, and the other curry's are really good too. The only thing I didn't like was one of the soups, the one with red broth and lots of mushrooms. For bonus points, the waiter I most often have remembers that I ask for extra limes to squeeze on my Pad Thai, and brings them out without me asking. Awesome.
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Evie H.

We came to Thai Lagoon very last minute since the place we originally wanted to go to was closed. For appetizers, we ordered the Thai spring rolls that tasted super funny, especially the outer wrapping. The spring roll wasn't wrapped all that nicely either as the inside kept falling out while you tried to pick it up. For entrees, we ordered the Pad See-ew with beef and the Spicy Basil with pork. I liked the flavoring and texture of the pad see-ew noodles, especially with the egg. The veggies were a little too salty for me though. The spicy basil was decent with rice and I liked the bamboo shoots that were in it. Unfortunately, the dish wasn't spicy at all for me. All in all, this place was very average. A quick and easy dinner which came out to $25 for two people. I probably won't return as nothing in particular stood out to me. Service was good but I'm not sure if it was because we were the only two people in the restaurant....
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Anna S.

So I'm pretty sure our waitress was high -or at least I hope she was -for what could have been one of the poorest services I've ever had (and I've dealt with waiters in France, so that's saying a lot). I must emphasize that we were the only people in this restaurant at 5pm on a Friday. My first appetizer took 40 minutes to come out, and when it did, she had gotten it wrong. Rather than have her send it back for another 40 minutes of waiting, I ate it, and I can no longer recollect what it was because it was so unmemorable. For my main dish, my noodles looked like human flesh because they were so overcooked (really unappetizing to look at) and tasted even worse - more bland than books on tape version of Ben Stein reading tax code. The only good part was the non-stop Rick James and Michael Jackson that was playing in the background. Awful, awful, awful service and uncompelling food.
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Angie M.

I really like Americanized Thai food. Don't judge. I took a risk and decided to try a new Thai spot and decided upon Thai Lagoon. It delivers to me. It's on Grub Hub so I don't actually have to speak to a person to order my food. They have all the basics on the menu. We went with egg rolls, crab rangoon, pad see-eiw and the panang curry. All delicious, all served piping hot right around the estimated delivery time. The delivery guy even easily found my bat cave of apartment without needing to call for directions. The egg rolls were actually surprisingly yumtastic. The shell is more of a crispy spring roll shell, which was a nice change of pace and the filling was tasty. The crab rangoon were just OK - nothing you can't get at every Asian restaurant. But c'mon. Crab rangoon is like pizza. Even if it's bad, it's still pretty good. I really enjoyed my pad see-eiw. The noodles were perfectly cooked, the chicken was moist, it had just the right amount of egg and the sauce was rich and sweet and flavorful. All things considered, the bill was pretty inexpensive. About $40 including tax, tip and delivery fee. I'd like to try dining in sometime!
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Dan Q.

Well, I read many of the reviews and decided to go with my wife and see/Taste for ourselves. There was one other couple there when we arrived. We found the place clean and inviting. The staff were great and the food even better! The Crispy Rice Namsod was a surprise. Delicious and crunchy. Just right! Thanks Jenny T. You were right. The Pad Se Eiw was okay. The Red Curry was fantastic! Prices very fair. A great "Go To" place if you're visiting, which we are. Dan
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Kristina D.

Supposedly vegetarians love this place. I ordered a lunch special yesterday and confirmed with the waitress that all of it was vegetarian. It was a bummer when neither the soup nor the appetizer that came out were veg (both had identifiable chunks of meat in them), and the entree reeked of over sweetened fish sauce. Bummer. Another one bites the dust.
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Kristin C.

The first night Mike and I spent in our new pad we ordered Thai Lagoon. It was really late and since Thai Lagoon is right down the street, it came really really fast. Excellent. I ordered (new, ha) pad thai, spring rolls, Keemow Noods, and pot stickers. I order all these things and love them from my favorite Thai place in the city: Opart Thai. I have to say, Thai Lagoon was very on point. Everything was delicious. I DO wish they had meekrob, but that is hard to find (and I have only found it at Thai Wild Ginger, so if you know of anywhere else that has it, you just please let me know). Thai Lagoon will be a new hood staple fo' sure.
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Rachel S.

Good Thai food. Insanely fast delivery. I've never eaten in and probably never will since the delivery is under 30 minutes. I know tons of people who love this place more than life itself.
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Carl J.

This place is easily one of the best Thai delivery places in Chicago. The red curry chicken and the chicken pad Thai are always fresh and to my door within 45 min. Extremely fair prices and good quality. Sometimes when you get thai delivery it is not always quality food - this stuff is.
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cookie m.

Nothing amazing, just good Thai food. Nothing out of the ordinary. Regular taste. Regular price. Delicious as most Thai is. Well meaning service lady.
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Adam J.

My favorite Quick Thai spot in the city. I'm simple. Beef Pad Se Eiw, Satay and Peanut Sauce, and Crab Rangoon. All 3 here are the best I've had in Chicago, especially the Rangoon. Absolutely phenomenal. Big, delicate and super crispy with more complex than usual sweet chili sauce. They're also AA miles affiliated, so bonus time.
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Ricky R.

Just had Tom Kha soup from them. Asked for it "Thai spicy" so good, spicy, flavorful, lots of tofu and mushrooms. The broth was amazing, citrusy, spicy, just plain delicious. Do yourself a favor and tuck into a bowl of this stuff. You'll be feeling nice in no time.
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Andre W.

A close friend of mine seems to rave about this place. We were starving one night and figured since this was just a hop and a skip from her, we might as well do the damn thang! We called in an order of Red Curry Chicken, Beef & Broccoli, Egg rolls & Crab Ragoon. They told us to come pick up within 25 minutes Red Curry Chicken: - delicious & mildly spicy Beef & Broccoli - delicious Crab Ragoon - pretty good Egg rolls - lackluster (I was told it usually comes in the form of a spring roll..looked like a normal egg roll this time) I like this place and would definitely like to try more from the menu and also maybe dine-in.
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Nicole J.

I just ordered delivery from this restaurant and was very pleased with the results. Ordering via grub hub was quick and easy; delivery was fast. I ordered the Pad See Ew , egg rolls, peanut sauce and Thai iced tea. The Pad See Ew was delicious! I order the same dish at every Thai place I go to and this was probably one of the best flavors I have ever tasted. The egg roll was standard and as well as the Thai iced tea. Will definitely be ordering from here again.
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Jess A.

We love this place. Great food and inexpensive. We LOVE the Nam Sod Salad with the crispy rice. Great place.
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Laura M.

Best pad thai I have had since I moved to Chicago. It is DELICIOUS! Fast service too!
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Mark K.

It smelled funny due to "drain work" being done by the city. That was not a good first impression. Additionally, I was there at 12:40 and there was literally no one in the restaurant. That is also not great. So, apprehensive given the lack of people there, I prepared myself for a potentially interesting dining experience. I was pleasantly surprised. This place is good. I ordered a green curry with chicken and had zero complaints. It wasn't the best green curry I've had (and I've eaten a lot of green curry) but it was sufficiently spicy, not too watery, not too thick, and had some nice complexity to it - it didn't just taste like coconut milk with a few spices mixed in. Bamboo shoots, green beans, eggplant, and bell peppers were the veggies in there, in ample quantities, and they tasted good. It's down the street, so this is probably going to be my go-to lunch Thai place.
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Brent W.

we were going for Penny but they couldn't pull off delivery to my place (ends West at Cali, we're exactly one block west, just off Division) and after a quick denial of our plea we opted for Thai Lagoon. Good choice and consolation. We...errr, I enjoyed some excellent Veggie Gyoza to start and followed w. the Pad See-ew and Pineapple Fried Rice w Chicken. The Pineapple Fried Rice had exactly 4 pieces of Pineapple. Yes. Just four! Severly lacking and a total wrongly named dish. However, the taste and flavor was excellent w. a light smokey/grilled flavor. Prob my fav. Pad See-ew was good, not great but ok and generously portioned. Would probably do delivery here again but nothing to write home about. In sum, good Thai on a freezing, cold Chicago night.
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Brian R.

This is a tough review. This has been our go-to Thai place for years, but it can be somewhat hard to recommend to others because it can be so outrageously inconsistent. On 2 separate occasions in the last 3 years we ordered food which was NEVER delivered. Both times the delivery was scheduled for "prime time" (mid Fri or Sat night) and after calling the place 30-45 AFTER food was to have been delivered, we were told it was not en route and asked if we still wanted it. (One time was yes, the second time was no, because the first yes never came - nor did they call - we had to call back another hour later.) If this place wasn't so close and I had not grown to love their Pad Thai, Pad-see-ew and Massaman curry, I would stop going here. (I also used to love their egg roll, but a re-do about a year ago transformed it from a tasty crunchy treat to the generic flavorless egg roll served at most places.) Check it out, but be warned.
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Nathalie G.

I came here about 2 weeks ago. My fiancÃ© ordered the teriyaki chicken and it was great! I hAd the pad thai, it exceeded my expectations. The service is just alright. If you are looking for a quick Thai bite this is the place. Buy don't expect to go bonkers
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Maggie P.

My BF and I usually get Silom 12 when we're in the mood for Thai, but he wanted to try something new, so we went with Thai Lagoon. We ordered online which automatically gave us a 10% discount. I called ahead to ask some questions about the menu items, and the woman on the phone was very pleasant. Delivery was fast. They quoted an hour and I think it was closer to 45 minutes, maybe even less. I was surprised when the phone rang and the delivery driver was downstairs. He got: Tofu Red Curry & Tofu Curry Fried Rice. I wasn't a fan of the red curry, there was an odd taste to it. However, the curry fried rice was really good. The flavor was nice, the rice had a great texture, would definitely order it again. I got: Tofu Ladnar with Crispy Noodles. It was amazing. I really like Penny's Ladnar, so I was unsure if this would deliver, but in my opinion, it was better. The gravy was thick, not too soupy, dark, and had just enough saltiness for me. I saw that others complained about how salty the food was, which was good for me, because I like my food to come pre-flavored. We split: Cream Cheese Wontons & Spinach Pot Stickers. Both were very nice, but the cream cheese wontons were the bomb-diggity. That is, if you like cream cheese and fried things. Next time I'm getting a whole order for myself... maybe 2... yeah, they're that good.
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Sandy D.

Zero Star isn't an option! I've been here before, but not but choice, just to meet friends because it was their choice. So last night was my choice, my bf wanted Thai and Penny's Noodles was closed, so i suggested this place since we were driving near it. We ordered the Shrimp Tempura served with veggies appetizer. The plate portion was really big - we looked for the shrimp and only found 2 pieces. When I asked the waitress that we only got two shrimp, she said "yes" and that was it. I said, I ordered Shrimp Tempura, not Vegetable Tempura. She said that's how it comes. I pointed to the menu and stated that all the other appetizers indicated the number of pieces but not this one, if they are going to serve only two pieces they should outline this or rename it to Vegetable Tempura with 2 shrimp, and this is very misleading. She left saying she will talk to her manager...she didn't return for a long time. We received our dinner and half way through our dinner she returned and she said she can give me 2 more shrimp. Trying not to laugh in her face, I replied "i wanted shrimp for an appetizer, we are now having dinner, at this point, i no longer want it. Go ahead and charge me for the TWO shrimp, but i don't want all that veggie tempura, i wont pay for it." She said, ok, i will check with my manager. I was not able to enjoy my meal after this fiasco and the chicken pad thai was nasty anyway, it was clumpy and extremely salty and i think i only saw two pieces of chicken. lol. I'm surprised that this restaurant is still around for this long with this service. "TWO SHRIMP ONLY!"....Freakin shrimp nazis! HAHAHAHA.
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Rick H.

Simply put, the worst Thai food I've ever had. The crab rangoon, which I trusted other Yelp reviewer's positive ratings of, were filled with a hefty squeeze of cream cheese and a couple little strips of fake crab meat. At first i thought it was real crab, but then i looked at it and it definitely had that uniform square and stringy shape of fake crab complete with the red-coloring on one face. My GF liked the egg rolls, but personally i thought they tasted like the frozen ones from Trader Joes, deep fried. GF ordered the pad keemow with crispy noodles, the sauce was not remotely spicy as keemow should be, and had a weird sweetness to it that was also really salty. And even though she ordered the noodles crispy, they were waaay too crispy (for me) and the beef was overcooked and hard. I ordered the Panang curry and it was simply un-impressive. It too tasted like it came from a store and had very little ingredients. All in all, I'd have had better Thai if i bought the pre-made stuff and made the rest at home by myself, which should tell you how bad this was. Seriously, don't waste your time or money, any other place for Thai on the northwest side will blow this away. I don't think i'll ever go back, food that sub-par could not be a fluke. I wouldn't be surprised if i overheard Gordon Ramsey on a TV show, tasting the food and saying "I wouldn't feed this to my dog!" That being said, i ate it, but i would never recommend it.
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AnnaMaria V.

I stopped here on my way home from work. I didn't know what to expect but was hoping for the best. I ordered food for take out. Chicken Pad See-Eiw, Chicken Pad Thai, Spicy Basil Beef, Egg Rolls & Crab Rangoon. The appetizers were really good. The main courses were a disappointment. The chicken was dry & the beef was tough. The noodles were rubbery & lacked flavor. Considering the fact that there are many other Thai restaurants in Chicago I don't think I will go here again.
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Meryl M.

Super speedy delivery. I was notified that my food was on the way and should be an hour but it arrived in just 30 minutes! Good customer service over the phone too. Great pad thai, enough for 3 meals. I wasn't a huge fan of the spring rolls but they were presented really well and others seem to have loved them. I definitely recommend giving this place a try (at least in takeout/delivery)!
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Anne K.

Went here after reading through reviews/despite all the awful reviews and left with mixed feelings. The atmosphere is nice, open, colorful. Food, eh? It's okay. And this from someone who has eaten a share of thai food over the years. If you do go. Get the Crab Rangoon. Really good. Perhaps the best I've ever had. I'd avoid the pad thai. My boyfriend ordered it. It was soupy, and like another reviewer said, tasted similiar to packaged pad thai. I had the massaman curry. It was decent. Long story short, if you're looking for local thai, going here isn't the worst choice, it just isn't amazing amazing, and really, avoid the pad thai.
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Jenny R.

Stopped in here once when my first choice was closed(I had a taste for bahn mi that day). I'm so glad we did! We started with the cucumber salad, since we had tasted the dish at a Yelp event. It was so light & refreshing! The perfect balance of sweet, spicy, cool & sour. This dish inspired me to make my own this summer. The tom yum soup is so fragrant & light, yet filling! I would definitely come back just for this. Tom yum soup is my litmus test for Thai food & theirs is one of my faves in the city. The decor was beautiful & service was great!
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Katie P.

I was really excited to getting around to try this place. It's so close to me that in nice weather it's absolutely walking distance and the kind of place that I would totally become a regular at... had it been good. I went with the BF and we got the Crab Rangoon and egg rolls. I actually really like the egg rolls, he didn't care for them at all. I thought that the Crab Rangoon was cooked well but it did nothing for me. I suspect that the chunks of crab in them are actually the kind that's spelled with a "K" otherwise it was just of terrible quality. For entrees we ordered the Pad Keemow and decided to give the crispy noodles a try and we also ordered the Panang curry. The curry was alright but the Keemow was not. It wasn't spicy at all, it wasn't even all that savory. It was weirdly sweet. At first I didn't dislike it but with each bite it got worse and worse. I think everything was more disappointing than it should have been because for the most part it all looked really good but nothing actually delivered. I might have given them two stars, I might have been willing to go back and try them again and see if was better but the fact that not once after we received our entrees did anyone check to see how we were doing. It was that way for every table. That's really unacceptable. My feeling is that you work too hard for your money... don't waste it here.
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Jamie B.

Update: I think they changed ownership, because I came here recently for the first time in a few months, and the food isn't the same. The pad thai had some really goopy type sauce on it, whereas before it was light and clean tasting. The curry tasted pretty similar, the crab rangoons have definitely changed. They used to be with a light rice paper type wrap, and now they have a thick chinese buffet type coating. Too bad, I thought it was better a year ago.
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jamie s.

I used to love Thai Lagoon's food, but the last two times that I've ordered delivery they have put chicken in my food instead of Tofu!!!! I almost didn't notice this time and almost ate it. It's horrible that this place doesn't respect the dietary restrictions of its diners. Time to find a new Thai place to order from :(
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Jasmin V.

Sloooow service. BYOB was great but they give you regular glasses which makes me chug my wine. Namsod Salad was good. Crispy noodles option was nice but everything else was average. Parking was okay just street parking.
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Valery S.

Sweet & Salty, that should be its name. The best Thai food around, about the same as mall food in Bangkok. It's our staple "What's for dinner?" "Takeout!?" scenario. Seems to have gone through an ownership/management change and I can't say I miss the hipsters. Appears to have genuine Thai people serving and taking orders over the phone, so next tie you're there say "Sawadeekaaah!" Tom Kah soup with veggies (no meat, no soy) is very good, and so is the Tom Yum. I would avoid the spring rolls as they are not worth the money. GO for the Pad Sew noodles with veggies if you can, although once in a while some noodles stick together and don't get covered in sauce enough. Order for pickup and take their delish food home. Eat it on your couch and watch reruns of Star Trek - perfect weeknight.
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P D.

This Thai restaurant is not good and borderline inedible. Don't eat here for Thai food. They prep food and leave it sitting cooked too long to just reheat. Noodles are gummy, sauce is salty. Crab Rangoon is OK tho. I don't recommend this place to anyone that wants to taste their food.
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Amanda G.

I am undecided on 3 or 4 stars, but I give them the benefit of a doubt because we got our food carry-out, which I feel could have affected the quality. I definitely give the staff and service 5 stars. They were nice, quick, and communicated well both on the phone and person. A smile goes a long way, and I got a lot of those. I wasn't in the restaurant for long, but it's pretty nice. It is clean and casual, but not too casual. As for the food, it was average to better-than-average. The rice and noodles were good and it was fresh. I just didn't find it that tasty, especially in comparison to my all-time favorite, Noodles in the Pot. I got the cashew chicken and my husband got a noodle dish of some sort with beef; both were slightly lacking in flavor profile. I am surprised to see good reviews of the crab rangoon because I thought it was some of the worst I have had. It had a very fake taste to it. It's hard to say that something with fried cream cheese is not good, but this wasn't. We also got the Tom Kah soup, which was pretty good but a little bland. Overall, I would definitely try it again because the prices were reasonable enough. I will dine in this time and update the review if needed.
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Craig U.

We live down the street from Thai Lagoon so it is eaten weekly in the Urbansky household. The food is consistently pretty good, it's not the world's best thai food but it's much better than other alternatives at that price point. This review is based on food alone, I very specifically choose not to eat here and do take out for a reason, the actual restaurant isn't much and what it is isn't great. Crab rangoons, red curry, pad thai and pad see ew... all winners.
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Tony R.

10 yrs. ago this was a fantastic thai place. Today it is very poor quality. The recipes seem to have changed. The preparation was too oily and not flavorful enough. There was a small bug in my soup, no joke. A couple hrs after the meal my stomach does not feel too great. I use to eat here all the time, but I doubt I'll return again now.
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RM G.

best Thai food in the city/world - been going here for years now and can't believe this only has 3.5 star ratings....go there!
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Shalin D.

Some restaurants become personal institutions. Although an unlikely candidate, Thai Lagoon is an institution in my life. It's my standby BYO Thai spot. It's where I go when I want to celebrate or when I want to break news to a friend. It's where I try new wines I purchase en masse at Binny's. It's where I order takeout and it's where I go when I'm a little tipsy after a concert at the Double Door. It's also where I visit every month, every third week, to meet a dear and Thai-obsessed friend. It's a testament, really, that I keep coming back. Few places - even the truly great and moderately priced spots like The Publican or Lula Cafe - can bring me back month after month. They don't have the cozy, casual feel at Thai Lagoon. They lack the quirky waiters or the matriarch reigning over the cash register in the back. Nor do they have the consistency of Thai Lagoon. The chicken basil has always been moist and flavorful. The mussaman curry has always been creamy. The lad nar (ordered crispy) is always salty and crispy. And the the crab rangoon is phenomenal. Even when you stray from favorites, the food is reliably good if not great. Like I said, it's an institution. I'm sure there are noticeable down sides. But, after so many visits and after falling in love, you tend to overlook the flaws.
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Kim J.

I've been ordering from Thai Lagoon for a long time. I got my usual order of green curry and crab rangoon and was disappointed to find that they've changed everything. The crab rangoon used to be huge and filled with a ton of crab, almost like a cigar - now it's just the lame-o triangles that everyone else has. And I dont know what happened to the curry, but it was watery and gross. To add insult to injury, my container of rice was only half full and overcooked. I could live with the curry, but messing with the crab rangoon? Sorry Thai Lagoon, we're breaking up.
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Joel M.

What happened to Thai Lagoon??? I've been a loyal fan, ordering 2x month for years. I went in for dinner the other night and it was nearly inedible. They changed their recipes and it appears they are skimping on quality. They used to have the best crab rangoon in the city. And, their yellow curry was my favorite. It was watery, had a foul oder, and the color of powdered curries. The pad thai tasted like ketchup and was the worst I have ever eaten. Sadly, we will never be coming back. What happened? New ownership? Sadly, they won't last like this. Where else can we go now?
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Ryne D.

So let's start off with the positives - the food was pretty good. The Yelpopular namsod salad was a fresh departure from the heavy sauciness of Thai food, and the spicy curry was flavorful. But uh...maybe they had someone quit on them that night, because there was only one person working the floor that night. And she seemed kind of flustered - to the point where she couldn't seat our party of six even though half the restaurant was empty. Hell, it reached a point where there actually six empty tables, but our hostess/waitress couldn't figure out a way we could sit twenty minutes later. I think the food took a long time to come out too, but luckily the place was BYOB and I had my Cards app on my iPhone. Sadly, circle of death isn't as fun when played with moscato, but at least it helped pass the time. If only they had a couple more people working that Thursday night, I think we would've had a much better impression.
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Jasmine P.

Ordered delivery from Thai Lagoon because they are one of the few Thai restaurants that serve chinese broccoli in their Pad See Eiw. Yum! or so I thought... The sauce on my Pad See Eiw was very salty. The beef I ordered with my dish was very bland. I otherwise like the idea that the food is made to order and I don't mind waiting. Actually for delivery, our food arrived in a pretty timely fashion. We didn't have to wait extra long for our food. My friend had the Pad Thai with beef and had a similar opinion about his food. Other than the above, delivery was timely and friendly. I was disappointed that the food wasn't delicious especially since the reviews raved about their tasty dishes.
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Adam J.

I'm beginning to get a cold. - f o o d - 4/5 The Tom Kha soup was perfect. An energetic blend of spicyness and citrus flavor. I chose chicken and also ordered a side of wide noodles, which I put into the soup. Really, its a great Tom Kha. Tender chicken, flavorful coconut based broth, delightful mushrooms, ect. - s e r v i c e - 2/5 The service was really bad. We came around 8pm on a friday and were the only patrons. My girlfriend and I were given a generous amount of time to decide what to order, we were not asked if we needed drinks in the meantime. During the meal the waitress refilled our waters with out apologizing for reaching across the table and in front of my face. We had stopped eating and waited for a check or some kind of attention for a very long time. The blatant neglect was only more glaring because we were the only people eating there. - s u m m a r y - The large portions and high quality Thai food in addition to a relaxed environment out weigh the shortcomings of a lackadaisical foh staff. Go here, get some good food, tip in change.
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Valerie R.

Great food, great service and an awesome atmosphere. When a group of 4 of us tried to get into Handlebar Saturday night the 1 hour wait (!?) was enough to send us else where. Right across the street was Thai Lagoon which was not only really tasty and had open tables, it is BYOB!!! Hallelujah! Keep in mind, this place is sort of Thai with a twist, and some of the dishes are slightly different than what you'd expect. (e.g. The pad see eiw had cauliflower in it.) This place is VERY veggie friendly and the server we had really knew her stuff. If I'm back in the area to eat I'm definitely considering this place!
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Kelli A.

They changed their food for the worst. Their crab rangoon and the fried rice here used to be amazing. This was our favorite thai place. However, we ordered from here tonight and everything was different. It didn't look or taste anything like it used to. My husband has been ordering food here since 2004 and we will never order from here again unless they change everything back.
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Carolyn L.

I came here the other night with a bunch of friends so that we could have a BYOB dinner. This place had excellent food (crab rangoon!) and it was pretty cheap. The service was very attentive, probably because we went on a weeknight and there weren't many people in there. We got some spring rolls and I ordered the Grilled chinese eggplant sautÃ©ed with choice of meat and fresh basil. It was full of flavor and everything came out really quick! I would definitely recommend this place if you're looking for a low key, BYOB, tasty retreat!
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Amanda G.

Thai Lagoon is my neighborhood Thai spot. I have been ordering from Thai Lagoon consistently for over two years now and its consistently good. Thai Lagoon does a great Green Curry with Tofu so much that I like it more than most Thai places I've tried in Chicago. I always go for the Green Curry because it's good. There soups are pretty good as well as their noodle dishes. They are good to order to go, eat in or delivery, I've had it all three ways. If you eat there, its BYOB so bring a good bottle of wine or beer. Bottom line, if you are looking for a good neighborhood Thai place in Wicker Park or Bucktown, Thai Lagoon is a standout!
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Frankie S.

An ex-girlfriend of mine introduced this place to me. I must say, I have been to many Thai restaurants in the Chicagoland area, but this one is my favorite. I never had sushi until I tried it here. I had the California Rolls. Yummy. I also thought the Spring Rolls were delicious with the Peanut Sauce. I had to get extra sauce. I tried a sample of a few dishes that were shared by 4 friends. We had the Chicken Panang, Spicy Chicken Fried Rice with Pineapples, Basil Chicken and Cashew Chicken. All dishes came with a side of stemmed white rice, except the Fried Rice of course. They were all good dishes. This place has my favorite Thai Iced Tea. Overall, no complaints. I recommend this place in heartbeat. Come check it out.
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Brian M.

Wuv this place. Small, quite, intimate, and great for a date or a small group of 4. BYOB and great green curry. Good service too. Parking is not good so hit the Damen blue line, FYI.
(4)
Frank D.

Hmmmm. No. Ordered delivery because there was a 40% discount on foodler: Tamarind Curry: Went out on a limb here, did not like it. At all. Pad Woon Sen: Absolutely terrible. Did they attempt to give it any flavor whatsoever? No, they did not. It was basically woon sen noodles, slightly mushy, without any flavoring whatsoever. Pad See Ew: Saw a few other reviews that mirrored this -- al dente noodles with no sauce sticking to them. The beef was really tough. The chinese broccoli was not cooked at all and too crunchy. Chicken Satay: Delicious. But seriously, how hard is it to skewer some chicken and throw it on a grill?
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Danielle S.

I was a bit surprised by this place - when we first walked in on Saturday night the place looked dead. That made me leery. But, about an hour later the place was PACKED and people were waiting to get a seat. It is very small and quaint - it is very dark with no music and only one or two people working. They have a decent sized menu - everything that we ordered tasted great. They did not have chopsticks...or knives for that matter...which was odd. It is BYOB - they don't sell alcohol, so make sure to bring your own. The service was good as well, I don't ever remember feeling like we were waiting around for them. You can order the dishes mild, medium, or hot, and they can make almost anything vegan. I would come back again!
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Jessica K.

I don't really like to review places that aren't great because I feel bad but I was so unhappy with our meal that it warrants a review. BLEH describes the food perfectly. My boyfriend and I were needing a quick meal before going out and the price was decent so I figured I would try take out. It was a Saturday night so it was packed and take out took about 20 minutes. We ordered Pad Thai and Vietnamese Spring Rolls. The Pad Thai noodles were clumped together and sticky. The instant Pad Thai you can get from the grocery store has more flavor. I would describe the dish as edible but definitely not enjoyable. The one positive is that the portion was decent, enough for 1 person or 2 semi-hungry people. Then, the Spring Rolls were made sooo poorly, they were lumpy. All of the ingredients were literally just stuffed in the rice paper and half-assedly rolled. Spring Rolls are so easy to make though because of the ingredients, so they tasted ok but not enough to ever order them again. Bottom line, both dishes were barely edible but certainly not enjoyable. I won't be trying this restaurant again and if anyone asked about this place, I wouldn't recommend it either.
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Mark D.

This place is pretty close to my apartment, but I had never tried it until tonight when a friend took me there. I had the chicken and broccoli and he ordered the keemow. The chicken and broccoli was really good, but when I go back I will probably order a noodle dish because they looked fantastic. I tried his keemow and it was delish, he ordered the noodles prepared crispy which made it even better. It's BYOB so bring a bottle of wine.
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Tina J.

Good food and nice portion for the price. I usually have the food delivered but I have also eaten there too,there are a lot of Thai restaurant in Bucktown, unfortunately there are not a lot of good in this areas.Some of my favorites include: Chicken satay /chicken skewered, marinated in a curried coconut milk,5 for 5.95 so cheap! Laguna salad /avocado, mango, pineapple, spinach so rich of vege just 7.50 big portion (must have) Pad see-eiw / big rice noodle of meat and egg with Chinese broccoli (harder to find,most of restaurants used American broccoli cause its cheaper than Chinese broc) just 7.95 Panang curry /spicy red curry simmered in a rich coconut cream with sliced of many fresh vege I will 100% go back! free wifi,fabulous service
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Teresa M.

Actual VEGAN Thai food in Chicago??? It exists!! No offense to the other places that tell you their food is vegan and then six months down the road, after you have ordered from them every week..they simply say "mmmm that isn't vegan, never has been." Enter THAI LAGOON!! It says VEGAN on the menu, they realize fish sauce DOES come from an animal and that eggs aren't vegan! ..I know amazing. Right?! I haven't had a good curry since I went vegan 11 years ago. However, last night we went to Thai Lagoon because a friend had recommended it. It was seriously amazing. The dish was creamy, sweet, spicy, salty (sounds dirty), but it was delicious! Our server was super amped to be at work and the giant Happy Cat in the corner made the night extra great. Thanks for being honest about vegan options and providing me a new favorite place in Chicago.
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Joe K.

I'm surprised to see that this place has been reviewed so well. The food is flavorless and uninspired. They don't offer dessert. Their drink menu is incredibly limited. And their chili paste adds little to any dish. I mean, c'mon, you're a thai restaurant, at least you can deliver a quality chili paste. It's ONE recipe that you make in bulk.
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Tiff H.

Let's just say I'm not a huge fan of Thai food in Chicago...most of it is cheaply made with poor quality ingredients. A lot of Asian food in this city is... Thai Lagoon was definitely a pleasant surprise....I ordered delivery a couple of times...I haven't had a chance to actually eat there. The delivery minimum was pretty low...if any, and I'm pretty sure that the delivery fee was around $3, if not lower. I ordered an eggplant dish with beef and a salad. The salad had squid and shrimp inside...and they let me add cucumbers. My only issue is the fact that the dressing was put in a bottom of a bag that my salad was placed in....so I found sticky remnants all over my counters and floor for the next 24 hours after the bag burst. The salad was delicious though, minus the sticky dressing. $24 not including delivery tip. I'll definitely order again. The food wasn't the best quality but it was tasty, and it's my friend's favorite Thai place in the city. I can see why. Can't wait to try their curries.
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Daniel G.

This restaurant is just a block down from my office and after my receptionist ordered from there one day, I have been ordering the chicken pad thai almost daily for lunch because it is delicious. The pad thai is easily one of the best I have had in the world! Their take out service is always exceptional and fast and everyone is always very friendly. It is also very affordable. I get the pad thai and a diet coke for about 10 bucks. Cant beat that! Congratulations, Thai Lagoon!
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Reyer M.

This place is a solid BYOB option. The food and service are good. Kind of a small place, but I've never had to wait for a table. The garlic pepper dish is excellent. The pad thai had a creamy sauce and was different than any pad thai that I've had. It was ok, but if you're expecting a more traditional pad thai then it just doesn't measure up. The atmosphere is not bad, but with a name like Thai Lagoon and a big fish on the sign out front, I was surprised there wasn't even a fish tank inside. A fish tank would be a nice touch. Overall it is a great value and I'll continue to go back.
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Peanut Q.

Never order from this place again.. Rude service.. Charge for plastic forks..
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Erica L.

I've been here once and really enjoyed it, however, I'm really disappointed that they are closed on Sundays. Tasty food, though, and byob is always a plus. I remember the prices being decent and the staff being friendly.. but that's all. I'll have to try it again and see what comes of the next outing.
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george k.

I used to order from here maybe once a month for the past few years and a few months back the food really went downhill. The crab rangoon used to be great. The last time I ordered it was a giant hunk of fake crab meat w/ some cream cheese. It was brutal. I can no longer recommend it.
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Ann J.

The Crab Rangoon was really good. The egg rolls were very good. Mmmm.... The basil chicken was awesome and actually came extra spicy, which is what I ordered. Can't wait to order again and try more items.
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Clif P.

This review is based on their Take-out/Delivery. (If I was to write it as dine-in, I would likely give it only 4 stars because the atmosphere and set up is a little awkward). Thai Lagoon's food is great. They have amazing Pad Thai, and you can choose your own protein. Their Crab Rangoon has great taste. Just make sure you eat it while its hot. One of the best parts about Thai Lagoon is their reasonable prices!
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Paymon K.

I'm also surprised that people have not enjoyed the food here. I ordered the tamarind curry, which is unique (I would come back just for that dish) and unusual for a Thai place. It was very intricate and had a good amount of spice. Some people might find it "too watery" for curry, but it mixes well with the rice as a result. We also got the fried pad see eiw (with extra veggies, no meat). Personally, I would order it with normal, not fried, noodles next time just because deep fried noodles was a little overwhelming. That being said, the flavor was great, the vegetables were arrayed, and it was spicy, which I liked. Of course, they offer to make anything as spicy or mild as you like. Finally, the portion sizes were good, offsetting the fact that the prices were "$1 above average" as someone else put it. Also, the service was fine. Our waitress was hilarious. The atmosphere seems laid back, which is a good alternative. And they have BYOB. Overall, it was a good experience, and most importantly, I highly recommend the tamarind curry.
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Isla E.

They definitely redeemed themselves. If you haven't figured it out yet, I am a picky eater. Everything was prepared for delivery exactly to my specifications. Their fresh Vietnamese Spring Rolls are too heavy on vermicelli and not enough greens, but, again, this isn't a Vietnamese restaurant. One thing they do right with the VSR's is give you more than enough sauce. Having to conserve sauce ruins the experience, right? I was very pleased with my veggies (they were so fresh and crisp! Not overcooked!) and my man ate all the pad thai (a little mushy, but he liked it). The woman on the phone that took my order was so nice and helpful, and repeated everything back. I wish I had tipped the delivery guy a little more; I'm into this place!
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Jeff L.

Their food is AMAZING. Prices are great too. Also this place is close to my house. I would rate it FIVE STARS but the service inside their dining room is lacking sometimes. Forgetting to refill your beverages or taking forever to bring your check, etc. But I forgive them for this since their prices and food are a knockout. I really enjoy their crab rangoon even though I have been trying to stop eating fried stuff as often. ALL of their curries are AWESOME. MY GF really likes their salads. GO HERE!
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Kristi O.

God awful. Everything was bland. The spring rolls were flavorless, the pad Thai tasted like lean cuisine, and the Basil Tofu was was bitter and I couldn't find any basil in it at all. The waitress didn't say a single word to us. Worst Thai food I've had in years. Completely disapointed.
(1)
Ryan M.

You have to question a thai restaurant when you walk through the door and none of the staff is Asian The food is what you would expect from a thai restaurant with no Thais working - very average. Entrees are fairly priced but they get you on the appetizers $6 for soup and 4.50 for two egg rolls. Byob is a plus and parking is easy
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Sarah M.

Meh. The reason we love Thai is because it is one of the most flavorful collections of foods out there. Similar to Indian food, you could wear a blindfold and taste test a variety of dishes and know where they were from based on the emergence of screaming taste buds in your mouth. Thai Lagoon failed the taste test, because it lacked in the staples of Thai seasonings and spices. Simply put: it had no umph. Pad thai is decent, but noodles were too al dente and the peanut sauce was liquidy and didn't hold. The Bangkok Saute was pretty flavorful and textured with all the fun stuff: tomatoes, tofu, etc. I threw Thai Lagoon 3 ninja stars. #1 for the cream cheese wontons (which are actually rolls, but let's not get hung up on petty technicalities that only gives transparency that this joint is Not of authentic thai food). You get 7 to an order and the crispy, sweet outside holds a barrel full of warm, soft cheese on the inside. Not bad. Not bad at all. #2 star validates the quirky wicker park/bucktown decor that one comes to expect from the hip-o-licious town. I'm not sure what's happening inside the place actually, now that I'm rambling...there is an evolutionary descendant of an abdominal snowman into a naked fox boy (pictured above), then massive Maneki Neko starring at you while you eat (which is Chinese, not thai, but again...petty details). #3 star......because I left full. I'm not sure the appeal of the vegan/vegetarian options, because several Thai places do this, and with greater class. Thai Lagoon is good as a novelty, and a great place to hang with friends...it just isn't the place to go for "the real thing". Maybe next time.
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Erin O.

I love Thai Lagoon! The interior is cute, they always play cool music and it's BYOB. I order from here at least twice a month. That said--ALWAYS ORDER CURRIES. Ordering noodle and rice dishes here is generally a mistake because: A. All of the curries (Yellow, Red and Panang with tofu are my favorites) kick ass. B. They're just not that good. I have a theory about Thai restaurants: you either go for noodles/rice or you go for curries. I've never been anywhere in the city that I thought did a good job with both. Stick to the curries at Thai Lagoon and you'll be a happy camper.
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Ingrid C.

I was very excited to find out that Thai lagoon now offers lunch! Best lunch deal around my job!! I was there Friday around 3pm, called in advance to place my order, when I got there my food took a minute to arrive to the table. The lunch combo includes soup and one entree. The soup was one of the best vegetable soups that I've ever had. I also had the Chicken Basil which was tasty as well. all that for less than $6, now that's a deal! The waitress was very friendly and helpful.
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Glenna S.

Mmmm, yellow curry. I have to admit, the first time we went to Thai Lagoon, we were not so impressed. The Pad Thai noodles were not cooked softly enough to really blend with the sauce, which I found to be quite bland. Our next trip, however, got me hooked! Definitely go with the curries at this place. The yellow curry's tofu, bamboo shoots, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, basil, spices, and coconut milk (gotta love the coco milk!) mix into a great flavor and give the dish texture! John's tried quite a few curries, but likes the Panang the best. I do have to mention that service isn't the greatest, just because most of the times we've eaten in, there's only been one waiter working the whole (I'll be it kinda small) room, so you may have to ask for water refills. Also, while I love the yellow curry, the spice level has been inconsistent. You have a choice of not spicy, mild, spicy, or extra spicy. I always go with the mild, though sometimes it's spicier than other times. One time I asked about this, and the woman I presume to be the owner told me that one of her chefs make things spicier than the others. Just to warn you. Enjoy--and remember: go with the curries!
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david g.

wow, has this place gone downhill. We hadn't had it in a while, and we were excited to try it again, but it stunk. first the food- edible, but nothing special. tofu and cucumber salad had no cucumbers. all the tofu was dry, like it had been cooked days ago. Noodles were so so. no fresh veggies in the veggie dishes. We used to dream of coming here, the food was so good. i guess i should have looked at the recent reviews. I would have given the food 2-3 stars, but the delivery sealed the 1 star. at 7, we were told an hour, after an hour and a half with no food, we were told it would be there any minute. at the two hour mark, 9pm, he shows up with our food- missing one of the dishes, and another one incorrect. They tell me he'll bring it right away. I give him a nice top, hoping he'll hurry back. I live less than 2 miles, straight shot, from Thai Lagoon. An hour later, 10pm, I call, they tell me he just left. I wait 30 minutes more, 10:30pm, and finally call and tell them I don't want it any more, I'm going to bed. No apology from them. 11:15, my phone rings, I'm sleeping, he's outside with my food. I politely tell him I'm not interested, he makes a big deal about how he came all the way back after his last delivery to give me my food, which I had ordered FOUR HOURS AND FIFTEEN MINUTES PRIOR. Never again.
(1)
Lucy B.

This review is only for the delivery service we received tonight. The food was excellent...when it finally arrived 2 hours after we ordered it. I appreciate that it is Saturday night, but I placed my order at 7:30 and the food showed up at 9:30, with no phone call telling me how late they were running. The actual food on the other hand was awesome and I will eat there again for sure!
(3)
Melanie V.

This place is ok... I mean, our server was uber friendly and it's pretty cute in the restaurant, but it's nothing to rave about. Maybe it's because we went at 9pm on a Sunday night? I'm not sure. I ordered the spring rolls, which were filled with tofu and bean sprouts...They were decent enough. Then I got the spinach and chinese broccoli with chicken. I enjoyed it because I was in the mood for alot of veggies, but I definitely piled on the hot sauce. Prices are pretty average, so that's a good thing...It looks like they offer sushi on only the weekends, but the rolls seemed overpriced to me.
(3)
Rebecca S.

This used to be my favorite thai place in the city. The pad se eww was the best, but once they went under new ownership, the place has been awful. They changed the way they make the dishes; different ingredients, sauces and quality. I'm super disappointed! Please go back to making the food the way it was because it was so good!
(1)
Lea S.

Darn! I wanted to like this place! We just got dinner for two delivered. My fiance's meal (green curry) was good an prepared just as ordered, but mine was a big fail. I had a vegetarian entree dish and they totally forgot the tofu, which was the main feature of the dish. I called to let them know and they offered to credit me for our next order. I asked if they could refund instead, but that was not an option. Besides forgetting the tofu, I'd say that the vegetables in my dish were just not special, or prepared very well. A few pieces of cauliflower, green beens, red bell peppers, and something which I think is radish....not the most special thai veggies I can think of. So I hope to change my opinion if we eat there again!
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ellen s.

love love love THAI LAGOON! next best to YES thai which is my chi fav, but too far for me to travel! I get their delivery weekly (at least) and highly recommend: pad se ewi (crispy or regular), rice namsood (with tofu), miso soup with udon noodles in it, and panang curry (with tofu). :P you won't go wrong! also, the peanut butter salmon roll is a must try if you eat in on the weekend and crispy noodles are better when they are delivered.
(5)
Jon L.

If I were straight off a slow boat from Thailand, I may not recognize the food at Thai Lagoon. But that's OK. I'm 6'5" and from Wisconsin and this stuff does the job. It's toes the line from eh, to really good. Pad Thai. Lacks the pop I expect from a quality Pad Thai. It'll fill your belly but won't tickle your taste buds. Crab Rangoon. This is why you come here. Excellent. In fact it's a big reason why I'm going three stars here. It's that good. Curry. Tried them all. Any self respecting Thai place should nail these. Thai Lagoon does.
(3)
Haley B.

There's nothing I adore more than an inexpensive byob joint that has a great atmosphere, delish food and no corkage fee. And Thai Lagoon fulfills all of those requirements. I consider myself a Thai connoisseur of sorts and I would go as far to say that Thai Lagoon is the best Thai in the city. Everything on the menu is always served warm, inexpensive, as Thai food should be, and all around wonderful. Great spot for a date, a place to bring visitors or a spot for an inexpensive byob dinner with friends, Thai Lagoon is a great spot that you shouldn't miss out on!
(5)
Jennifer S.

The food was average but the delivery time was great. I placed my order online at and it was at my door 20 minutes later.
(4)
Kathy L.

I love love love Thai Lagoon! The BF and I make the trek up from Bridgeport once a week or so for their mushroom wontons, Pad See-Eiw and Tamarind Curry. And that's what we get, every time, not because we don't enjoy trying new things, but because our favorites are too good to even bother. Thai Lagoon is one of those places that never seems to have an off-night. Our food is always perfectly as we remember it and hope it will be. Even when the restaurant is busy and they're short staffed, the food and service don't suffer. Their dishes are the perfect amount of food- more than you think is there, but not to the point of grossly overstuffing yourself. It's also affordable for diners on a budget (our budget, at least, which isn't much!). A perfect combination of flavor, value, great service, and veg*n friendliness!
(5)
Nicolas H.

I really wanted to like it here but it's hard to give a fabulous review when the food is just average. The soup was good with the perfect amount of spice, but maybe one too many mushrooms. The Crab Rangoon was good as well, hot and fresh. Figured the Pad Thai had to be good, since it's really hard to mess that signature dish up, but I was wrong. The sauce was a little off, there was no fried egg in sight, and the chicken was just average. The noodles also didn't seem to fit and the dish was just missing something flavor-wise. I'd come back again, but only get Appetizer, Soup and Salad and call it a night...
(3)
Poof A.

To say I was underwhelmed by this place would be an understatement. It might be more apt to say I almost had a salt overdose after dining here. We ended up here when Handlebar was full to bursting and there was barely anybody in this place, which is right across the road. Should have taken it as a sign. There were four of us, and we ordered a bunch of things family-style. The one thing they all had in common: SALT. Even the rice salad was so so so salty. Considering we ordered our meal in consultation with the waiter, you'd think he might have subtly advised us to steer clear of certain dishes (there's not way you could work there and *not* know how bad some of the food is). I'm guessing they're trying to compensate for a lack of taste with salt. They did not succeed.
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Sonja B.

Last week I went vegan after being veg for 14 years. Didn't know if my favorite thai place would still be my favorite thai place after that, and guess what? They will make just about everything vegan for you. My Panang curry was just as good without fish sauce, next time I will try another curry and give that a review. But the Panang was just as good. My only thing is that the curries are better vegetable than tofu- you get more sauce. Also, if I remember correctly the pad thai is pretty spicy. Everything that is "medium" is pretty spicy as well, so keep that in mind. They are consistent, good customer service, and I have never gotten sick from this place. As I have said in previous reviews that they are my favorite, but now that I know they happily cater to vegans I have a new reason to love them.
(5)
Liz T.

I have tried two different noodle dishes and both have failed miserably. The first time I tried the noodles, they asked if I wanted them spicy and I said "Mild, please." When I got home and took a bite, I immediately broke a sweat and felt like my tongue was on fire. I could hardly eat another bite. I don't even remember which noodle dish I ordered - must have been burned out of my brain. The second time I tried them, I ordered Pad Woonsen which is supposed to come with chicken AND shrimp. There was only a few small pieces of chicken throughout the whole dish and no shrimp. The dish itself was gross and unappetizing and its smell was almost nauseating. I have, however, tried a couple of their salads which are very fresh and tasty. Oh yeah, and their sushi on the weekends is incredibly overpriced. Bottom line: don't bother with the noodles. Bleck.
(2)
Nic T.

I would probably give this place more 3.5 stars, as my experiences here range from 3 to 5 stars. It's unfortunate that the place can be hit or miss as my first experience with them was extraordinary having just moved to the neighborhood. But, I think the key to this place is finding a dish that you love that they make well and stick to it, and you should be pretty set. My favorite safe dishes: House Somen noodles - very tasty noodles with spinach and a delicious garlic sesame sauce, this is my new standby, try it if it's your first time! Pad See-eiw - standard dish that fares well, not the best I've had but tasty nonetheless. Mussaman curry - The curry itself is fantastic, nice spice and flavour, although the proportion of veggies is a little odd for the dish. I do also happen to like their Crab Rangoon, I find it very delicious and probably my 3rd favourite Crab Rangoon in the city (Indie Cafe on the northside hands down #1). Although a bit pricy, worth it. WORD OF CAUTION!!! They offer many of their dishes cooked either 'Medium' or 'Hot' Spicy. The difference between Medium and Hot is about as wide as a Taco Bell Mild hot sauce and sucking on a habanero. I can hardly detect any spiciness in a Medium dish, however, as much as I love everything super spicy, HOT will burn your mouth off... Maybe I'm just unlucky and they always knock the whole bowl of spicy seasoning into my dishes, but it's a little absurd. They need to offer 'Medium Hot' or something... You've been warned. Overall the ambience is cute and perfect for a date, or even a small group of friends. The music is generally a nice eclectic mix to complement the decor. It is BYOB. Overall, if you're in the area, it's a safe bet for some tasty Thai food.
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Jason G.

The spicy was spicy. The service was friendly. The BYOB was wonderful. The wait was minimal. I liked this place. Not a 4 or 5 though since I can't remember what I had so it couldn't have been exactly mind-blowing. I remember having a good time and leaving full. And that's what counts, kids.
(3)
Tsung M.

We went there on black friday night and there was no one else in the restaurant. But there were definitely people on the street having dinner. With some hesitation, we still went in there because it was freezing. First, we ordered Thai spring roll. It was plain bad. The spring rolls fell apart when I picked it up. When you taste it, so many senses come out in a settle way that turns me off after the first bite. The sauce tastes strange, it's slimy and sweet. I'm an easy eater, I eat literally everything, but that spring rolls made me feel sick and confused why that even exists. Then we ordered some fried noodles and a rice dish. I had the noodles Pad-See-ew. It was alright. Nothing special. The vegetable pieces were chopped in large sizes. Kind of greasy. Nothing remarkable. The service was good though. But when the food was below average, it just kind of kills the night. Would not go there again. There are so many other great and high-value Thai places around in Chicago. There are plenty of street parking though.
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Carlee W.

A friend and I drove by and decided to eat there last minute, and what a great decision that was! There was only one server that night, but Chris was sweet, funny, nice, and working as fast as he could, especially because the place was pretty decently full. Our food was super yummy, and the prices were pretty great. The atmosphere is adorable, and not cliche-Thai, but still warm, inviting, and nicely done. I can't wait to go back here when that Thai craving hits
(5)
Robert R.

I went here once a couple days ago. If you want mediocre, run of the mill Thai food, then come here. I was less than impressed and even less impressed with the absent minded fellow waiting on us. Forgetting to bring menus, silverware or ask anything more than our order. Not coming back!
(2)
Eric V.

This place was a beacon of light in the neighborhood years ago when they first opened. It was on the fringe of a developing area and provided great food at a great price. The motif was very calm and subdued and the staff was quite pleasant. While some changes have occurred over the years it's nice to see that the core foundation that made this place a favorite of mine hasn't changed. One inconsistency that I would like to see worked on is their seasoning. In that I mean their hot vs. mild etc... Todays hot might be tomorrows mild without warning. The food is always great and with some chili paste at my side this is easily remedied but it would be my only recommendation. Try the Vietnamese Spring Rolls!!!!
(4)
Kristi K.

I think I need to try it again, for a few reasons: 1) I got takeout. I'm glad I did though...it's so cute in there, I would been depressed about eating alone with no date. 2) I got pad thai. I know...I know. But I just wanted it. Pad Thai was good enough. It's hard to make it really bad, but is rarely memorable. HOWEVER, I did get crab rangoon. They were awesome. Perfectly crisp, not greasy, and delish. I'll be back to try again.
(3)
Mimi S.

Ok....here we go, my kids actually helped me out with this one so heads moms of teens and tweens! They said the chicken fried rice tasted more like shrimp fried rice and the beef and pineapple rice was just like any other place. Keep in mind that kids are SUPER hard to please so take this one with a grain of salt! My fellow Vegans: ALL dishes can be made vegan minus the GMO and MSG. Now for that, they are worth a shot! If you want to dine in, just make sure your party is no larger than 4 or call ahead so they can make arrangements as this is a pretty intimate place...Hope this helps...Happy Yelping!
(3)
Christina M.

This place has bad food. My sister and I disliked our food entirely. Lucky for me, mine was somewhat edible. But hers...no. She only took one bite then had it taken away. Did they question why? No... Yes my lil' sis' should have said something, but she didn't want to cause a huge fuss or receive new bad food with spit in it. The food is seriously not good and I do not recommended it.
(1)
Andrew P.

Thai Lagoon makes the best panang curry in the city. Hands down. The red, the green, the panang - any of them. Fantaaaaaaastic! Everytime i go to Thai Lagoon, i tell myself i'm going to order something besides a curry dish... and every time i go to Thai Lagoon, I order one of the curries. I wish I could tell you about something else on the menu, but all I know about Thai Lagoon is their appetizer menu and the curries. Thai Lagoon + Curry = Won. Der. Ful.
(5)
Andrew L.

I'll start out by saying Thai Lagoon is one of my go-to restaurants for when my wife and I have guests in from out of town. We like the cozy, minimal atmosphere, the staff is always as friendly as they come, and most importantly the food NEVER disappoints. I've eaten there myself 30+ times and never been disappointed, and whenever we take people there they enjoy it as well. My favorite dishes are the musaman curry, their vegatible fried rice, and another curry dish that I can't remember. Their avocado and vegetable rolls are fantastic as well. I'm a little disappointed to see Thai Lagoon only have three and a half stars. I noticed many of the low scores were from people who had food delivered. I've only eaten at the restaurant, so I can't comment on that, but I'm confident that had some of those people eaten at the restaurant they would have given it a higher score.
(5)
Ry O.

Best Thai in the City. Hands down. When I lived in the area, I ate here twice a month (typically the same dish, of course). I still make the trek back once in a while, especially to bring friends and family. It's small and quaint, quiet and friendly, plus ... byob. The Curry is thick and hardy, and everything always tastes fresh. I know everyone has their own Favorite Best-Thai-in-the-City Restaurant, so I'm sure this review won't convince anyone away from that, but if you're feeling open-minded ..... why not give mine a try?
(5)
Gaurang S.

I've reviewed Penny's noodles and Zen noodles in these pages before, as examples of mediocre Thai food in Wicker Park. I thought I'd be adding to that list. I was wrong. This place is not mediocre. It is just really bad. I really want places like this to succeed! I like the paintings on the wall, the comfortable way the staff treats you and how nice they are. But the food is just plain bad. Tasteless and spiceless, it reduces you to continue eating simply so as to not leave too much behind to tip off staff that their food is terrible. (I usually don't have the heart to tell someone to their face their food is bad. I just prefer to come to a relatively non confrontation place like yelp and review it instead. =). But he must have caught on, because at the end he asked if food was ok. So maybe they know? And just don't care? I dunno, it's a mystery. And it managed to make Penny's look good, which is a miracle.
(2)
Teri M.

Thai Lagoon has the best crispy noodles in the city. I hope someone tells me if they find someplace more versed in crispy noodles, because I have yet to find it myself.
(4)
Claire S.

The last time I was at Thai Lagoon was almost a year ago, so I wanted to update after my most recent visit. I'm giving Thai Lagoon 3, perhaps 3.5 stars this time around. I got the yellow curry with tofu again and it was still as delicious as last time, so no complaints there. We also had a very friendly server, so props for that too. The decor has gone downhill a bit though and the walls were completely bare except for the picture hangers which remained behind. Also, I'm gonna suggest NOT getting the crab Rangoon as they were not good at all! The Pad Thai is also forgettable (I took a bite from someone at my table) and I've definitely had better. I might crave the yellow curry enough to come back to Thai Lagoon, but otherwise, I'll probably stick to getting Thai in my own neighborhood.
(3)
Emily T.

This is a solid Thai restaurant that has a decent dine in experience. I went last night with some girlfriends and was treated with being able to try 3 of their dishes. All provided just enough spice. I was really happy with the Lemon Grass Chicken. The aroma of the dish alone was enough to write home about. The veggies were crisp and the flavors of ginger and lemon grass were yummy. I have had their food before delivered and I believe I was disappointed by the spice level. So it may lack consistency. The dining room is warm and quaint. We stayed long after our check arrived ( which I'm sure the waiter enjoyed) mostly because we had lots of catching up to do, but partly because its a space that makes you want to stay. I didn't give it more than 3 stars because its Good, its Not freaking amazing..........but it does its job of delivering good food and good dining experience. Enjoy.
(3)
Nolan F.

One of the other reviewers said that this is a place that is hit or miss. Among my friends, it was definitely a hit. We were using this as a backup for Handlebar - which was packed, so we headed over to this cozy Thai place. I was pleased to find the prices were very reasonable, and the food was good. Our server was helpful and friendly, too. We may have caught them on a lucky night, or this place might be just that understatedly hip, but the playlist was solely comprised of The Clash and The Cure, which went over very well with my group. Overall it was a very good experience. FYI, there is a $3 corkage fee on BYOB, so be advised if you are coming here just because it is BYOB.
(4)
Michael M.

Ew. really not very good, even for "sloppy" Thai. Noodles were overcooked and not particularly flavorful, yet very salty. Portion was fairly well-sized, not that I really wanted a lot of what they gave me.
(2)
Caitlin C.

Unfriendly hostess and they have the worst pad Thai I've had. I decided to give the place a second try but it was just as bad. Both times there was a ton of egg shells in my dish and both times I got very ill after eating.
(1)
Julie F.

if you've never had good thai food, then you'll think this place is okay, but overall as someone who has been to thailand and also loves thai food, i was not impressed..... i expect a thai restaurant in chicago to have thai peppers in the food and not jalapeno peppers, which are not in thai food at all. the staff was very friendly when i stopped in for take-out, but the prices were high enough i would suggest you just go to O'Cha nearby or Silom 12 instead.
(2)
Kent S.

I've eaten from here a few times. The first couple times were takeout and the food was delicious. Eventually, I got around to dining at the restaurant. It was a cozy little atmosphere and they easily accommodated for our group size and we found ourselves seated within moments of arriving. BYOB is always a perk to a place that is within walking distance. The Panang Curry with Chicken is my favorite way to go here. Nice and spicy. I got a chance to sample a little of everything we had ordered and I was quite satisfied with our decision on visiting Thai Lagoon. It doesn't beat getting food from you Thai friends' mom's kitchen, but it's certainly a tasty alternative.
(4)
Helena B.

I've both eaten in and had Thai Lagoon delivered. As for delivery, they are super fast despite the fact that items are made when ordered (rather than premade and sitting around awaiting your order). The tipping point for me (tipping them in to the "top 5 delivery places" category in my heart) is that in addition to making nearly anything Vegan (meat and I have a complicated history) you can also adjust the spice level (Low/Medium/High) to meet your daily whim.
(4)
Ria C.

This place seriously is so horrible it almost turned me off to thai food completely. They try to overcompensate for the lack of flavors, complexity, and taste with ungodly amounts of salt. I chose the eggplant dish with chicken and boy this was like mush in a bowl with chicken splattered on it. The grilled eggplant was heavily salted and immersed in a gooey mess with an unseasoned breast of chicken mess. We don't even remember what the bubs chose because it wasn't worth remembering since we almost spat it out. Never coming back. Sick.
(1)
Mike K.

A pretty solid meal for your dinner dollar. Not special, sometimes a little pitchy dawg, but still a pretty good meal, usually. The basics are covered. You know, you got your pad thai, your pad see ew, your naard laarg, your gruut norg. Those last two might actually be Ikea couches. I'm confused. Anyway, the soups are good too. I like the tom yum soup, although I always forget to ask them to leave out the fish sauce (if that's even possible). Okay, here's where I dish on the negative. Never get sushi here. They have it a couple nights a week, and it's just . . . not . . . that . . . good. Also, if you can remember, don't ever get tuna steaks at the lagoon. If you need a memory device, remember that tuna live in the deep blue ocean, not in the lagoon. I made this mistake once and I was fit to be thaid. Is this thing on? So, stick to the basics, BYOB, and you can't go wrong. Oh, and the staff are really friendly as well. Overall, they're not knocking it out of the park, but they're a good neighborhood spot.
(3)
Amanda T.

Pros: Service was good. The Thai ice tea was good. Cons: The basil beef was very mediocre. The pad Thai sucked so hard!!!! It was bland and more bland. Pad thai should be flavorful, and this was just an insult to southeast Asian moms everywhere. Love you mommy!
(2)
Lulu R.

As I have mentioned before. I Like...i mean... LOVE Thai food. I have experienced my fare share of excellent Thai cuisine. Thai Lagoon was NOT one of those places. First the place looked uninviting. as we physically walked in the place, it was a tiny little room. I witnessed one of their hipster waiter/worker smoking in the back where they were cooking up our food. I had the Pad Sie Ewe and Tom Yum Soup. I usually get that at new Thai Joints just to get a feel for their cooking...and usually its a safe bet. I was highly disappointed. The Pad sie Ewe was pad see EWWWWWWW. It was slimy and way too spicy when i specifically didn't order it spicy. The Tom Yum Soup was OK but it had way too much cilantro. It is BYOB with a $3 corkage fee. The prices are a bit high for cheap Thai eats. The seating is uncomfortable. The service was mediocre and our waiter couldn't give us an opinion on the food. Thai lagoon almost ruined my love for other Thai eateries.....ALMOST.
(2)
lauren a.

I'm pretty floored that this place has 3.5 stars. Let me break it down real quick. The food = gross. No seriously, I've eaten at my fair share of thai places around the city and the food here is by far the worst thai i've had and borderline worst food i've had period. Tastes like a make-at-home thai mix overcooked by someone who didn't read the directions. I'd also like to add that I don't have a super-refined pallet. I'll eat almost anything and not put up a fuss, but the quality and taste of the food I spent good money on is infuriating. Not great prices either. I'd say around $1 above average for the area. I was lucky enough to not order the sushi since it cost nearly 8 bucks, but I can't imagine it being anything but a disappointment. Don't waste your money here, folks.
(1)
Douglas R.

Great curries, and pad Thai. BYOB. It can be a little cramped at times, but it is worth it. There are a lot of Thai places that disappoint in Wicker Park... Namely, one that is right by the damen blue line stop. Why not eat well for the same price?
(4)
Kelsey K.

I was so excited to try this place based on the reviews that we read and we were disappointed. It wasn't BAD, but it just wasn't GOOD. We order delivery from The Spice Thai Cuisine all the time, but we were looking for a place that had a more welcoming exterior so we yelped this place. The food from The Spice is WAY better, but you have to get to Milwaukee and Diversey to get it. Was I super :-( last night? Nah, but I don't know that I'll be going back. Oh yeah, but their Panang curry is aight. I love that stuff too, so I'm glad I didn't dislike theirs. I'd have to get Yelping ninja on they asses if they messed up that one. Don't mess with my favs. Yelping is NOT fun for me if you mess up a fav.
(2)
Tyler B.

Okay of all the mediocre Thai food I've experienced in Chicago, I'd say that Thai Lagoon tops the list. Best Thai I've had in 5 years of the second city. Way to go. Extensive menu with veggie options- if that's yer thang. Proportions are not large, but just enough to fill you up and leftovers- so if your like me a 20-something on a tight budget Thai Lagoon fits the bill. Not overt-swank but definitely not cheese. As with most Thai dines it's got that DIY aesthetic, but cheers to the designer for editing the unnecessary. Neat and dim, sets the mood, bring a date and BYOB. Settle for a bottle of red and relax. Closest bike rack just west around the corner on Claremount. Or across the way near Handlebar.
(4)
Ariel L.

This is the best Thai food in Wicker Park / Buck-town, hands down. The food is great, the service is good and you always get a nice smile form the take out counter when picking up. The only thing I have had on the menu which I didn't like was the Spring Roll appetizer. It has absolutely NO flavor, so don't order it. If you plan on going to sit down be aware that it does get busy and there is a good chance you will have to wait, especially on the weekends. If you do have to wait, go have a beer on the sweet patio behind Handle Bar.
(4)
Zoe F.

I LOVED this place. I live in the area and passed by every day so i decided to order some food to go. My order was ready within 10-15 minutes and I was greeted warmly by the staff when i arrived to pick it up. The portions are quite large (larger than i expected). The chicken fried rice and beef and broccoli are my two favorites and everyone should try them! I will definitely be back, Thank you!
(5)
Chris O.

i really hope i went there for take-out on an off day or ordered the wrong dishes because it seems like majority of the reviews say this place is pretty good. i ordered the small tom yum soup with seafood and the pad see ew with tofu. so the tom yum soup was good where the broth tasted like what it was supposed to and had all the fixings in it. however the squid and the shrimp that they put in there were totally flavorless, as if they just boiled in some water too long to make it rubbery and then added it to the bowl of soup. even the mushrooms tasted like they were canned. the pad see ew was the worst. i didn't think thai food could go wrong since it's such a staple for asian food in chicago, but this was ridiculous. it didn't even taste right. the noodles were over cooked, there was absolutely no sauce in it, and the vegetables in it were this faded out green color that you would only find coming out of a canadian geese's a-hole. thai lagoon, you looked awesome from the outside, but really, this sucks.
(1)
Jill L.

Thai Lagoon is awesome. The Namsod "salad" is ridonculous. Its hardly a salad, it is warm, crunchy, lemongrassy, peppery deliciousness. Big enough for two moderate eaters. And the people at this place know a thing or two about spice. If you are a real spice-a-holic, order the pepper beef, mentioning to make it spicy. Also, this is the birthplace of my new favorite, Tom Yum soup. Their ingredients are much fresher than the so called other Tom Yums I've had. On top of that its BYOB and they even offer to chill things like beer or white wine (a gwertztraminer goes wonderfully with this food, btw) without you even having to ask. They're all really nice, especially the little Thai lady, I just wanna HUG her. :)
(5)
Kelly C.

I thought it was just "ok" The place is pretty cute and comfortable. Decent service too. I love BYOB - that is always an added bonus. The price was excellent as well. I LOVE Crab Rangoon - I order it every time it appears on a menu and for the first time I wasn't really that excited about it. It had huge chunks of crab which was good but something about the overall flavor I wasn't crazy about. Maybe it is because they were so big?? I'm not sure I just didn't really like them. I also ordered the Pineapple Fried Rice which was very good. I actually really like it. My friend ordered Chicken Pad Thai and again, it was just okay. I wasn't a fan of the noodles they used. It was a nice night - food was okay - but I wouldn't go out of my way to go again.
(3)
L L.

Shui mai - $6?!?! shitty, from frozen - I thought that they would charge less if that was the case. Crispy pad see EWW - it wasn't crispy and the worst I had Green curry shrimp - salty and gross Never, Ever AGAIN.. Girl was nice which earned a star - but I'll never see her again.
(1)
Michelle C.

A cool little Thai spot. It's small and cozy. Lighting and decor is pretty nice and has a calm effect. It was pretty busy when we came in and the nice lady led us to a bar/counter to wait for a party to leave. She brought us menus to look over and water for each of us. We only had to wait a few minutes for a table. BYOB, since they don't serve alchohol. We didn't know this, but we other people brought their own: 40 complete with paper bag, regular-sized bottles of beer, wine. The dishes were pretty good. Unfortuanetly I can't recall the name of each dish, but I'll try to describe each. One was something with coconut curry, which was pretty fantastic. Another was an eggplant dish with beef, which was just OK. I can't remember the third dish we ordered... It's a cozy little spot in this area. If you're in the area and craving Thai, this is a good spot.
(3)
Katja L.

Delicious thai food for not too much cash. Is it the most authentic ever? Heck no. Are the waiters helpful in telling you everything that's in a dish for people with food quirks? Aw yeah. I've eaten here quite a few times and never had a bad experience. They're BYOB, but the nearest place is Crespo's, whose "Finer Foods" are indeed fine, but is kind of far when it's January and you're just wanting to get some wine with your dinner. $3 corkage fee, though, which is a little sucky.
(3)
Ryan W.

Very hit or miss, even if you tend to order the same dishes. However, when it's good, it's really good. Good prices, too. The speed of their delivery service frequently excels.
(4)
nancy n.

I like to take people here from out of town. While nothing is fantastic (except maybe the Namsod salad...dear god I love it), everything is pretty good. And the wait is always reasonable, parking is doable, the decor is cute, and it's BYOB. One of my two favorite waiters in the city work here too. And I always get him...just on top of his game and really friendly. Though you probably won't call your friends during the meal to tell them how amazing it was, everything I've ever ordered has been pretty good.
(4)
Gina R.

had delivery a few times; the noodles were okay and the vegetables seemed pretty fresh. unfortunately, I cannot say the same for the red curry. sour and sub-par. there is better thai in the area.
(3)
Brian B.

Cool space, sort of disappointed that we were doing take-out. Also, sort of disappointing that we had to do take-out because their Delivery Service stops running fairly early, ah well. The lady that rung us up was SUPER super nice. The Panang Curry was one of the better ones I've had in the city -- great color, aromatic, with a nice, thick consistency (isn't watery curry the worst thing ever)?. Slightly disappointed in the Pad See Ew -- it was strangely sweet (somehow citrusy?), in the heat of the moment I over compensated by putting more hotsauce on it making it even worse. That's my bad. Still looking for a solid Thai place in Logan Square now that Sai Mai is gone. *note: used "dissapoint" WAY too much in this review -- dissapointing.
(3)
Andrew E.

I have yet to find a Thai place that makes better curries than Thai Lagoon. They are extremely tasty and leave you craving them week after week. My wife swears by the Panang with Chicken. I usually get Green or Red with Tofu. I really like how the tofu is a perfect balance of not too soft but not fried crunchy like some places.
(5)
Selene D.

Ugh I'm really sick right now, and every time I think about the fried tofu with sweet and sour sauce I had for dinner at Thai Lagoon, I feel my stomach lurch; I'm pretty sure that's what made me sick. It's my fault for eating it; the first bite tasted like fried dish sponge, and the little dish of sauce just would not penatrate the tasteless little 'nuggets'. My friend and I just kept eating them, however, because #1 I don't like to send food back, and #2 I'm strapped for cash, so if I ordered it, I'm eating it...and now i'm regretting it....barf. I'm a vegan, too, so I'm no stranger to tofu and how it should be prepared. They do get theoretical points for offering to make anything on the menu vegan (though most all Asian places can do this, as the Asians invented tofu and they don't typically use a great deal of dairy, excluding India of course). But since I got sick off of the food, I can't give any more than 1 star. I also ordered the vegetable tempura...VERY greasy, and I'm pretty sure most of the vegetables except for the eggplant and peppers were frozen. I'm sure of this because they were very soggy. Also very oily. Dear goodness I think i'm going to retch just recounting my meal....ugh....
(1)
Amy G.

I was so pleasantly surprised by the simple tastiness and more than adequate service. On New Years day the small space got to be rather crowded, but our water was always refilled and our server was very friendly and attentive. I had the vegetable soup which was fabulous-- a great way to incorporate some green in your meal and glass noodles, yum-- and followed with the green curry with tofu. I am craving it today, the morning after. The portions are huge and would be great for sharing in a large group. It's BYOB and many dishes are in the $7-9 range; that's an incredible deal for the amount and flavor of the food! I overheard diners behind us complementing the flavor of their dishes. I would completely agree. And when the server was packing our leftovers, she suggested we take home more rice. I will absolutely be back for the rich curry and cheap prices when I'm in the neighborhood. I really did not expect to find this good of a low-key Thai restaurant in Wicker Park.
(4)
Reid M.

Thai Lagoon was the first dinner I ate in Chicago when I was looking for an apartment here, and it really cemented the "Chicago has awesome food" thing for me. That first time, I had the Panang Curry, which I've since dubbed "orgasm curry," it's so good. I've been back many times since, and it's really held up. They have my favorite Pad Thai, and the other curry's are really good too. The only thing I didn't like was one of the soups, the one with red broth and lots of mushrooms. For bonus points, the waiter I most often have remembers that I ask for extra limes to squeeze on my Pad Thai, and brings them out without me asking. Awesome.
(5)
Anna E.

I am a little saddened by the thought that this review should be five stars. It was five stars as little as a year ago. But somehow, things just haven't been working for me and Thai Lagoon. It used to be my favorite thai place in Chicago. I would order delivery or pick-up once every two weeks or so (which is a lot for me). But over time, the shine has worn off. It's not a bad place to eat, but no longer special. Some of the dishes aren't as good as they used to be. Take the panang curry, for example. When I first started ordering from Thai Lagoon, the panang curry was nice and spicy when ordered medium, as it should be. Not burn the roof of your mouth, but spicy. The sauce was thick and full of jalapenos and basil and better than any other in the city. Now unfortunately, there isn't much spice, the sauce is watery, and there are typically only three lonely pieces of chicken floating at the top. Shame! And I don't get the sushi on the weekend thing, particularly when you call on a Friday at 6:00 and they "don't have sushi tonight." Oh, come back to me Thai Lagoon! Give me your old panang curry one more time and I promise, all is forgotten.
(3)
Patrick O.

Food: Very good Thai. Worth a trip or two. Recommendation: On the weekend you can get any of the curry with salmon. Also, they have sushi on the weekends. Price: Reasonable. Other: BYOB so don't forget a bottle or two. Frequency: When I lived in Wicker Park, I ate here twice a month.
(3)
Eric R.

Outstanding. I ordered some Tom Yum soup (amazing) and Lardnar with seafood (amazinger). A friend recommended this place, and I'm pissed that I didn't try this place earlier. I've lived 2 blocks from this place for 2 years, and didn't even know about it. Its going to be a staple now. I can't wait to go back.
(5)
Becky S.

This place is so-so. The delivery is really quick. They will say 45 min to an hour but my food came in 30 min! The crab ragoon was excellent. The Pad Thai was very subpar though. They did a good job at making it spicy though. Also - the biggest downer is that they must have some sort of hidden fee. They claim they dont have a delivery charge but my bill pre tax came to $11.95 but I was charged $16.29. So they tacked on $3 probably. Kind of ridiculous - Im so close by and if it winter would have walked over there. Mostly it was annoying that their website on grub hub says no charge.
(3)
Jen K.

The lunch special is awesome! Definitely had leftovers for dinner! The sweet and sour cabbage soup was the highlight. The pad thai was delicious but the chicken was pretty dry...
(4)
Brian W.

Thai Lagoon = one of the few things I miss about my short tenure in Wicker Park. I have fond memories of walking there amid fresh snow and being enveloped by the womb-like reddish orange glow. The lemongrass chicken, cashew chicken, and sauteed eggplant all hit the spot. And the cream cheese wontons are a gooey-fun starter. I'll admit I am not a Thai food conoisseur, but I love this place -- so take that to mean what you will.
(5)
Megan G.

I had to take few days to cool off from the hotness that was this meal before I posted my review. Maybe it was the fact that I was there with 6 of my closest friends. Maybe it was the fact that I the manager/server fit our party of 7 in even though it was approx 25% of his dining area after another party of 12 was seated and we had no reservation. Maybe it was the wine and beer that was flowing. But then again, maybe it was the fantastic food and atmosphere that made me so happy after this meal. Thai Lagoon was one of my favorite Thai dining experiences in Chicago thus far. Thai food doesn't have to be fancy; in fact, I prefer it not to be. There is definitely something to be said for a cozy dining atmosphere though. Did I feel like I was magically beamed over to Thailand for dinner? No. The service was nice (the bus boy called me darling), the place was quaint (read: small) but the food is what really stood out during my visit here. We started off with crab Rangoon (a staple to any Thai joint imo), gyoza and some edamame. Everything was delicious and cooked just the way I liked it. Everyone at the table was happy, but the real star of the night were the entrees. I ordered pad see eiu with chicken which was really good. Great flavor and the broccoli was still crisp, which earns big points for me. I had a chance to sample everyones meal and loved absolutely everything that touched my lips. The pad thai was delicious and didn't have an overwhelming peanut flavor that it sometimes can have. The best dish was the red curry. It was so flavorful with just the right amount of spice that I am already ordering it for myself in my head. The pork fried rice was tasty as well. All in all, our bill was surprisingly low and I have never ever dined out with a happier group of 6 in my life (and that is a bold statement).
(5)
Kirstie S.

This is my favorite Thai place in the city. The waiters are friendly and all have excellent taste in music. (This is the *only* Thai restaurant that actually plays good music consistently) The food is also great-my favorite is the Tamarind Curry but I also really like Khee Mao with crispy noodles and Tom Ka soup. They do a great job with vegetarian dishes and tofu but they also have plenty of meat options as well. Overall, a very comfortable environment to eat and one of my places to go in the city. It's also very reasonably priced for portion size (which is just right) BYOB
(5)
Sohni S.

Delicious and affordable, no frills, just good food! I highly recommend the delicious and wonderful red coconut curried chicken. Comes with white rice and is one of the most tastiest dishes I've ever had! Truly mouthwatering. They have different curry sauces but the red is by far the best. Reminds me of tika masala or a tomato cream sauce in terms of looks and consistency- very delicious though. The crispy rice namsod is also a MUST. Crispy rice with chicken in a wonderful lime juice. I always have them hold the cilantro as it can be a bit overpowering. But overall a wonderful dish! Great food with some wonderful flavors! Looking forward to trying their pad thai next.
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Sarah T.

Three words: crispy ..... rice .... namsod If you've tried this "salad" you know what I mean and are thinking right now would be a good time to get your nam sad fix. I like to ask for spinach instead of lettuce....this is another dish I MUST get regularly to avoid getting the shakes from addiction withdrawal.
(5)
Tate B.

Figuring out a star rating for Thai Lagoon threw me into a moral dilemma. I really liked that they clearly stated that anything could be made vegan... But my fried rolls were literally swimming in oil. The mussaman curry with tofu was tasty... But the tom kha was weird and not good. When I asked the waiter for extra tofu, he said "That's how we do it here"... It was true! The ambiance was cute. I'd go there on a date and order the Mussaman curry again. Three stars, Thai Lagoon, three stars.
(3)
Mark S.

Their thai curries are so good that it has ruined every other thai place in town. After trying the curries here, nothing else compares.
(5)
Samantha G.

I remember this place being the best back in the day- grammar school and high school. I use to crave their dishes! Now that I am older and have experienced other Thai restaurants this place is ok and it is now just back up if I just want something quick and cheap. There is nothing special and have been disappointed with the quality of their take out the last 4 times. The food did not taste fresh and the noodles tasted dry and reheated. I have been very loyal because it once was the best and I have hope they will/can change.
(3)
Annamarie F.

This place is our Thai Place Down The Street. It's the first place I ate at in Chicago after finding my apartment, and it's been dear to my heart since. The panang curry is wonderful, the Pad Thai is great, and there is only one thing I've ordered and not liked (some soup with spinach, weird). I have a friend who lived in Thailand for a while that says the food isn't the most authentic he's had, but he still likes it. I'm down with that. This is one of the restaurants we most often bring out-of-town guests to. It's fairly inexpensive, there is a large variety of food, and it's a great place to introduce people to Thai food. You'd be amazed how many people I know who have never even tried tofu, so we get the Crispy Tofu appetizer all the time. The service is also one of the best parts of this place. I think I have a bias of enjoying being served by hipsters at this point, but the service is chatty and playful, as well as on-the-ball and looking to please. We're often remembered in little ways like bringing extra limes out with the pad thai, and generally just getting a smile. Also once we were there in the winter, and the heater had just died. To thank us for sticking it out as the temp began to dip, we were provided with unlimited free hot tea, large soup for the price of small soup, and all the banter and jokes about the cold that we could want.
(5)
Tracy L.

sooo good! ordered what the waiter recommended and loved it. Amazing crab ragoons
(5)
Monique O.

I love this place. I live within a rock throwing distance of my apt and I always order the exact same thing. Fresh Vietnamese Spring Rolls, Crab Ragoon, Basil Chicken with rice, and Sauteed Greens with pork and fat noodles and every time it's delicious. If you decide to order out make sure you call it in because everything is made to order and you'll be waiting a while and getting frustrated, better to call and walk over!
(4)
Ica F.

OH MY GOD HOW CAN ANYONE GIVE THIS PLACE ANY STARS! I love Thai food and have been trying restaurants all over Chicago. I had the unfortunate experience of going to this place. The staff was friendly, but the food was soooo bad. Where to begin? The tom kha soup was coconut milk dumped into water with some button mushroom and chicken pieces thrown in. No flavor at all! Not lemony, spicy and luscious as it should be! My main dish was soo bad I can't even remember what I ordered. It sure as heck didn't taste like anything Thai. There were noodles involved I think and some sort of sauce......bad. The same was true of my four friends dishes. Flavorless and greasy. Bad, bad, bad. Not Thai at all.
(1)
Kevin A.

CONFESSION OK, I admit it. I like Americanized Thai food. That's right, I said it. Hold the hater-ade, cause sometimes I just want me my pad thai, spring rolls, and sweet curries all washed down with some Stellas from the liquor store down the street (gotta love BYOB) in which case Thai Lagoon totally fits the bill.
(3)
Car M.

Thai Lagoon is one block from my house... so I've ordered from there a lot! It's solid. The crab rangoon is fantastic and recently I've been on a kick for the satays which also rock my world. It's alot of food - so plan on several meals of leftovers. The panang curry is good, as is the pad se ew.
(3)
Ash D.

I loved this place. The "thai tea" was awesome! Very Sweet! Just the way I like it. We started off with Crab Rangoon. Ya know thinking it was like the kind you get at a chinese place. WRONG! absolutely HUGE pieces of crab were in these! I had the Pad thai. It was really yummy. My friend had some type of curry sauce thing....haha sorry not sure what its called...but it was really good too. The service was great, and the art on the walls was a lot of fun too. :)
(4)
Brad S.

I've lived across the street from this place since it opened. I have never had a dish here that I didn't like. Crab rangoon is near perfection- with whole crab stick! Egg roles! It really does kick ass! The currys and somen are outstanding. Same goes for the cashew chicken. Ordered a maki there for the first time the other night and was happy. Here you have a lot of options- and you really can't go wrong. Pry on your skinny jeans, grab your androgynous girl/boyfriend and a case of PBR, and prepare for a great meal.
(5)
Brenna O.

I wish I could give 3 and 1/2 stars, because that's what I would rate Thai Lagoon. We ordered yellow curry with chicken and massaman curry with tofu, and they were both pretty tasty with rice. I really enjoyed the yellow curry because the basil with the spices and chicken were just so good! Even better the next day as leftovers, which the same can't be said for some other restaurants. The massaman curry was very different from what I am used to, there were a lot of vegetables mixed in and it was not as spicy, but it was still pretty good. The waiter was great and I enjoyed the laid back atmosphere. One problem with the small space is that when people come in the front door you get a blast of cold air to the face, and it's hard to avoid no matter where you sit.
(4)
Janna V.

really good delivery-- I always get the tamarind curry and it is yummy. The crab rangoons are some of the best ever-- good balance and bad for you...just the way i like it. i've never eaten in-- but for quick thai eats its very good. I still prefer garlic and chili on lasalle but this delivers to my house.
(4)
Faye S.

This place does not say Thai to me. It reminds me more of a Chinese joint. My PadThai was very sweet and soggy. My bf's combo fried rice was alright but does not taste like Thai fried rice. If you really want Thai food, don't go there. If you like sweet food, you might like it.
(2)
Dan W.

Went into Thai Lagoon for the first time in awhile and yes the ownership has changed along with the crab rangoon. From my experience everything was as good as I remember it though. Some food items seem to be altered a bit but just as tasty and brought to you with great service, albeit it was lunch and not too busy. Our server was very friendly and ready to make out visit a pleasure.
(5)
Michelle L.

I live around the corner from this place and eaten there a few times, each time after forgetting how disappointing the last experience was. Like me, you might think "Oh, it might be better next time. Maybe I misordered." It will not be better next time!! Any of the noodle dishes are a sticky sweet oily mess with little flavor maybe a dash of veg and a bit of overly fried egg. The spring rolls are also bland, with a dipping sauce that tastes like sweet water with a few chili flakes in it. The green papaya salad is a limp wet mass with barely detectable dressing, depressing chicago unripe tomatoes and a few uncrushed too hard peanuts. The prices are standard Thai but I always felt ripped off after eating there. I am not anti-fusion or someone who must always eat "authentic". Americanized or whatever this place is just not tasty.
(2)
James R.

My girlfriend orders the lemon-grass chicken everytime we go here and she loves it. It is like nothing that I have had before. I usually go with the pad thai which is pretty good. I have also had their house noodle special which is also good, but only order it if you are dinning in and order it with beef. It is also byob Definitely recommend going here if you are in the wicker park/bucktown area and looking for Thai. Only thing it is missing is the 'Wow" factor.
(3)
ni n.

Worst Thai food ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!! For starters, it took them over an hour to get to my house (and I live in the neighborhood). I am not sure for how long the tempura had been in that container... It was soft and the pieces were stuck to each other... And the pad see ew... I LOVE pad see ew, it's my favorite Thai dish, and this has been the worst one in my whole life. I will never ever order from here again :(
(1)
Victoria S.

Delivery or take out, Thai Lagoon offers amazing Thai cuisine at reasonable prices. I always have leftovers, portions are large! ;)
(5)
mike l.

wow, there should not be so much drama in a dining experience. I'd like to skip the drama & talk only about the food, but I'm way too judgemental for that! We started with the mushroom wontons. At first, I was really impressed, but after thinking about them, they were really unimpressive. it was just a wonton wrapper folded around some canned straw mushrooms. No flavoring, no vegetables, nothing. Just canned mushrooms. The main dishes came 90 minutes later. No explanation, nothing. Our waiter, Jack Johnson, was quite friendly. So, we dig into our food and it's pretty good. The crispy pad see ewe was so crispy it was chewy. My jaw hurt. The sauteed greens with seafood was really nice. There was a nice amount of shrimp and it wasn't too chaulky. That was until I pulled the long thread of shredded brillo out of it. We honestly didn't care. Shit happens, especially in local places. I'd much rather have this than a meal at an Olive Garden in Generica anyday. Jack Johnson, our gentle, guitar-strumming surfer waiter immediately said dinner was on the house. Quite nice. We fought but he insisted. I made my way over the counter where Jack was on the phone. I grabbed a take out menu, thanked him again & then left him a ten RIGHT NEXT TO HIM. We grabbed our leftovers and took off. Jack apparently didn't the tip because he came out and said "guys, I've never done this before, but you couldn't even leave a tip!?" So, we were astonished & reassuring, he was embarrased and apologetic. We took off because thai shouldn't be filled with that much drama.
(3)
liliana z.

Honestly, we won't be ordering from this place again. The beef salad was very good and flavorful, but that's about all I can say. The pad see eiw was full of way-too-bitter greens and not enough broccoli, (even though I paid the added $2.00 for extra) the spring rolls were boring and not made with rice paper which I prefer, and the curry fried rice was strangely mushy and had these HUGE chunks of green onions. (And actually wasn't very curry-ish) Also, rice was not included with my pad see eiw and I wish they (and all varieties of asian take out restaurants) would note when a side order of rice is and isn't included. We assumed rice was included because when we went to edit the details of the item, there was an option for "extra rice", which we took to mean that there would already be some. (N.B. We ordered take out through grub hub)
(2)
Lindley E.

Another hater... sure the food tastes good. But this isn't good thai food. It is hipster-fangled tasty grub that will please your vegetarian friend who hasn't been eating around town much and doesn't care to. I was introduced to this place by a dude who was an food idiot and it didn't improve my opinion of him.
(1)
Robin W.

The service was a little slow, BUT I really enjoyed my meal. I got the curried fried rice with chicken, which was delicious and spicy (love spicy)! The restaurant is quaint and a little trendy. I had been here a looong time ago with a large group for a birthday and remembered liking it, though I did have a lot of wine that night! Gotta love BYOB. Lagoon has a $3 corkage fee, but the food is pretty cheap so it balances out.
(4)
Seth P.

Good place for Japanese influenced Thai-ish food.
(4)
Mike L.

I enjoy spicy food, but when they say spicey they dont mean american spicy. The noodles I had were almost unedible for my taste, but strange enough the pad thai was not too spicy. Also my dish was suppose to be a spinach and noodle something or another, but I only saw 2 tiny pieces of spinach in it. So much for trying to get some greens into the diet The presentation of the Pad Thai is horrible, you almost wouldnt want to eat it . After closing my eyes and taking a bite its actually pretty tastey. This place does the trick for a local Thai quench but dont travel across the city.
(3)
Ngoc T.

Deep fried noodles for appetizer has no taste. Cucumber salad was drenched in jalapeno sauce and topped with so much jalapeno on top, that I demanded that the dish to be returned to the kitchen. Rice was too dry. For goodness sake. If you'll be opening a Thai restaurant then you better use your own rice. NOT CHINESE GRAIN RICE. I've been eating Thai rice for 5 whole straight years - I know exactly how Thai grains taste like. They're shorter, wider, more translucent and chewier than Chinese. Be proud of your heritage. Your cashew chicken was SO salty my god what are you trying to poison my kidneys? The only decent item on the menu was perhaps the green eggplant curry which is why I'm giving this 2 stars. HOWEVER: these people indeed overdo on the coconut milk. Geee... you know that has a lot of fat and sodium content right? Btw, in the whole plate, I only got 3 pieces of eggplants. What's up with that? I'm not a vegetarian, but I want my eggplants.
(2)
John L.

This place is kind of disappointing to me. It's hard to make Thai food mediocre, but this place does. The thing that really got me was when I last ordered a bowl of Tom Yum soup. It had one veggie, well actually one fungi, mushrooms, with some chicken and that was it. The staff is friendly enough, but the food is simply lacking, and I'm not even sure what , just doesn't have the flavor or spice that I like in my Thai. If you are looking for Thai food in Bucktown, hit up Pot Pan. This place just doesn't have that certain something that you look for in good Thai.
(2)
tracy j.

Sometimes I just want to drink your curry. Great food, fantastic price. I consider it the best Thai in the Chi. All dishes can be made vegan. Delivery is fresh and fast. BYOB dining in.
(4)
E. F.

I finally made it into Thai Lagoon, after reading reviews about how good it was. I really wanted to give it 3 1/2 stars, but I decided to round up. I did this because this is the first Thai food I have ever eaten and I am a fan. I had something called Mussaman (or something spelled similar to that) curry. I was worried that it would be spicy because I don't do well in that area, but it was great. The taste and mixture of spices was unique and tasted very good. The meal had potatoes and my favorite...peanuts as well. I would say a very good choice for someone who is not familar with Thai food and not so much into hot spicy dishes. I also ordered the Crab Rangoon! Holy Lord! They were delicious. I have had Crab Rangoon all over the place in many states and I have never had anything close to the quality of those. The edges are super crispy and the filling had large pieces of crab. Very good! The bill was $25, for a pop, an appetizer, and two meals. The portions were large enough to have left overs as well. It was a nice experience.
(4)
Danny P.

I sing the praises of Thai Lagoon to everyone. it truly is the only place in Chicago to get curry. Get the chicken red curry. It's delicious. They even have a pretty decent pad thai, but I'd rather go up to Classic Thai on Clark to get pad thai. Thai Lagoon also has the best crag rangoon. try it as an appetizer. We order delivery from this place about once or twice a week. It's a staple in our diet. GO!
(5)
Jacob G.

I am happy to revise my review. Initially, Thai Lagoon was a two star after receiving a some saugy noodles in my pad see ew for take-out, but I've been back several times since. The place has never disappointed me, especially considering the extremely reasonable prices and friendly staff. I wouldn't come here to wow a date (unless you are trying to show your date you know the value of money), but I would come here for standard/good Thai take-out. It is a great neighborhood Thai place. The menu is standard and the pad thai, pad see ew, ladnar and thom yum are all good.
(4)
Jessica A.

Yum. My roommate and his girlfriend went on a Thai Lagoon kick last weekend and ordered enough food to feed a football team, so I got to sample enough to make me suggest dining there recently. I had the tamarind curry and it was delicious - I like spice so I had to add the chili sauce but still, yum. I thought the interior was comfortable and warm, our waiter was pleasant, the bill was cheap, and they didn't kick us out or rush us to leave when we were the last table. I will go back and try more of their menu, particularly their Vietnamese spring rolls and their sushi.
(4)
Hillary D.

My BF and I just moved to the area and this is probably our fav place so far!! The crab rangoon was something i'm still craving more of nearly two weeks after visiting Thai Lagoon. Nothing fancy, just standard crab rangoon...but it was yummy. Pad thai was a bit sweet for me, but still flavorful. Basil Chicken was delicious with TONS of flavor. BYOB is also super fun and makes dinner super cost effective!
(4)
Benjamin B.

Thai Lagoon is one of my favorite Thai Restaurants, it has been a mainstay of my weekly diet for about 4 years. I think that their curries are by far their best dishes, but they have an AMAZING Tom Kha Kai. Also, their Pad Khee Mao is one of the best that I have ever had. The dining environment is decent, not really all that amazing... but it isn't bad. The prices are on the lower end of moderate as well and the service is totally acceptable. Mostly, I give Thai Lagoon 5 stars because it is such a mainstay of my sustenance. I have never been disappointed by their food, never had any issues with their service, never been upset about their prices and always come away with a happy tummy. Plus they have a BYOB policy, so I can tote my flask of Maker's Mark on in there if I happen to be dining in. One last note, they have a smallish Japanese menu... I have never really had much off of that menu before, but the sushi that I did have off of it was decent. Nothing all that special, but I wasn't grossed out or anything. If you live near Thai Lagoon and love Thai food, you must get ahold of a menu and make it a regular call-in for your eat-at-home pleasure.
(5)
Cherie E.

Thai Lagoon is good, inexpensive Thai food. On a Saturday night, the crowd was thin (generally not a good sign) but we weren't disappointed in the food...after all, you get what you pay for. The chicken satay was very good; the entrees were decent as well, although not memorable. Servings were large enough to take home half for another meal. The decor isn't much to look at, and the service was mediocre. That being said, it is BYOB, which bumps it to 3.5 stars. If not for that, it would be on my radar screen for takeout only.
(3)
Michael W.

We went here last night out of sure interest. Let me say this is hands down my new favorite place for Thai food. It may be BYOB, but that's another nice thing about it. You're not wasting your money on overpriced drinks. Very reasonably priced as well. This cute little quaint place is like a diamond in the rough. I probably never would have stopped here but I'm so glad we did. The food is fantastic and they give you a lot. I'm a big guy who can put away some food and I left with extras...maybe due to the fact that the appetizers are so delicious. The crab rangoon has real crab meat in it. And also, if you like sushi, its available Friday and Saturday nights.
(5)
Mitchell P.

I'm not much of a Thai Food fan, and i regularly do not eat this type of food. That being said, this restaurant is very close to where i live, so it's good close eating when jack frost comes to town. Carryout is fast, and the people are friendly. My favorite dish from this restaurant is the bangkok beef.
(3)
Kate G.

I will start by saying it takes a lot for me not to like a place (yes, check my reviews, I am one of those 5-Star For Everything Reviewers you probably hate). I love pad thai...and just could not get into my order of it here. It seemed over seasoned and actually too sweet and salty to be good. Tons of rushes of cold air filled the restaurant everytime someone stepped in or out and they actually started mopping the kitchen with some strong smelling bleach solution while we were still dining (around 8:30ish). It filled the restaurant with such a sanitary odor that I was pretty ready to zip on out. From other reviews it looks like an average take out place but with all the good food in this city, I don't know if ordering from here is necessary. PS BYOB but no wine glasses....they had these juice glasses that made me feel funny all over.
(2)
Timothy M.

This place always sets tongues wagging, but I just don't get the appeal. It's OK. Just OK. I like the BYOB. The Pad Thai isn't anything memorable, in fact, like another person commented, it seemed pretty watered down and Americanized. I got it with tofu and spring rolls, just wasn't impressed at all. Servers are snobby. Is it good to judge a place for one dish? Maybe not, but to me, if a Thai restaurant can't make Pad Thai, what the hell is the point? Might as well open a donut shop, they're a lot harder to screw up. Overhyped.
(2)
Kitty L.

I can't quite tell what the hype is about this place. For some reason, in almost all reviews (CitySearch, other yelp-ers) this place consistently gets good reviews. I used to live just literally minutes away from this joint and, had it not been so close, I would never frequent it. I find the food to be more Americanized than most neighbourhood Thai restaurants (the pad thai is really sweet, the tom yum is like eating a piece of lemongrass). Avoid the sushi on the Friday/Saturday/Sunday because its warm - maybe because the guy making it didn't cool the rice prior to rolling them. Also avoid their miso udon soup - you literally get like 5 pieces of udon noodle in there. The only thing I think of that I stick with is their bean thread noodle soup - its got lots of veggies in there and choice of chicken or tofu. Otherwise, if you're in the neighbourhood, skip Thai Lagoon and go to Thai Village on Division (the crossroad is Leavitt I think).
(2)
Jonathan M.

All we know is the Tamerand Curry chicken or beef or tofu, not sure I spelled it write, but it is the best ever. Never found anyother thai place in the city that makes it. Crab Ragoon is good as well.
(5)
Leang E.

The restaurant had a charming interior. I came in here for a quick run to pick up this carry-out dinner. I had the Vietnamese Spring Rolls, Crab Cheese Rangoon, and the Chicken Pad Thai. The Spring Rolls had a lot of noodes and veggies, and I don't remember tasting much of the shrimp. It was good in a unique way, and the peanut sauce was too. The crab cheese had a lot of cream cheese in it, but lacked some flavor. It pretty much tastes like plain cream cheese. The Pad Thai is pretty good, not very greasy at all. I was so full that I'm taking the rest to work for lunch. This will be the new convienient Thai carry out spot for me in the neighborhood.
(4)
Jeni F.

I can't believe that I took this place for granted when I lived within walking distance of such yummy goodness. Thai Lagoon offers a fantastic laid-back, BYOB and trendy atmosphere in addition to delicious Thai food. Take-out from here was a weekly occurrence at our house. I was never unhappy with anything I ordered and, now that I live far, far away, I dream about their fresh Vietnamese spring rolls with mint in them. YUM.
(5)
Jess S.

Summer 2005: Low-key, open, friendly, subtle and yummy. Fast forward to the summer of '06: the tables seemed crowded together and it was darker and more oh-la-la. Must be trying to keep up with the Joneses. The food is good. But thai food is everywhere and there are better deals to be had and better atmospheres to enjoy. (Plus the service is spotty.)
(3)
carrie h.

Crispy Rice Namsod!! This stuff is amazing. Crispy fried rice over a bed of lettuce with the most amazing, tangy sauce (tip - ask for sauce on the side if you're getting takeout - rice gets soggy quickly). I've gone to Thai Lagoon for years, and the food, service and atmosphere have always been great. Curries are delicious, though somewhat sweeter and thicker than traditional Thai. And, strangely, despite its location, Thai Lagoon has steered clear of the high maintenance Wicker Park crowd found frequenting most places a couple blocks east or south.
(5)
Serena H.

My big brother, whose lived in the area for awhile, recommended this place. It's really yummy - I had the Lad Na, not very adventurous, but it was good. The second time I went there they actually mixed up my order with someone elses. They had to run all the way down the block to catch up with me! So on the walk back, I talked with the owner (I think?) and we chatted. She was very nice, and told me she's been there since 1995! It's a nice, inexpensive and friendly place.
(4)
Ryan J.

Great Thai food! The setting makes for a great relaxed dinner out. For those who like spicy, anything can be made in a "burn your face off" level of spicyness, and also non-spicy for the wusses like me. They deliver too!
(5)
Jacob F.

Thai Lagoon is currently my go to place for local Thai. I love their crab rangoon and after trying several different dishes there I've never been let down in quality. Sometimes the spiciness is inconsistent on the Pad Thai. Order mild and it could be too bland but order medium and you might be hitting your beverage more often than you'd like. Still, the service has always been good and the food is yummy enough to keep me coming back. I just wish they delivered.
(4)
Anna T.

Saturday Night is a difficult night to find a place for a large group, especially for a mainly veggie only group. After our reservation was "misplaced" by another restaurant. Our large group of 12 descended upon the cozy Thai Lagoon, since it was walking distance from the other restaurant. Progressively through the first 30mins our group grew to 25 people. Our group took over the restaurant. To make a long story short... Thai Lagoon delivered with great service and food. I highly recommend the curry fried rice! I had been to Thai Lagoon before and enjoyed the food. However, I know that large groups can make things really difficult for servers and cooks. Thai Lagoon did an excellent job! Our waiter was patient and understanding! Thank you Thai Lagoon!
(4)
Brad C.

Ten minutes before they opened the girlfriend and me walked in and got kicked out. Come on! Its ten minutes, we would of been fine sitting down at the table and waiting the ten minutes but they made us leave. We ended up going down the street. Decent food the other times I had been.
(3)
Mary C.

This is my favorite thai food ever. It's ridiculously cheap and so tasty. It's BYOB and they have sushi. The staff is always really nice. The only thing I've ever had that wasn't totally delicious were the spring rolls. Otherwise, I give it an A+.
(5)
KB C.

Simply stated: I expected better tasting food. There are alternatives for Thai food in Chicago, maybe not in your 'hood, but look around and use yelp to find a viable solution...and let me know when you find a good one.
(1)
tracy b.

favorite thai place they put TONS of different vegetables in the curry (if you get meatless) fried rice is really good too byob! it's cute inside and comfy the only down-side is that the servers aren't that nice
(4)
Corey S.

This was sincerely the worst thai food I have ever had (a I have had a ton). The chicken skewers were terrible and who served peanut "paste" rather than sauce. My basil chicken was awful and the curry chicken that we ordered looked like vomit. Never going back.
(1)
Kim P.

Best Thai in the city of Chicago! Everything that I've ever eaten at Thai Lagoon has been EXCEPTIONAL. As far as BYOBs go, it's bigger and much nicer than most. The first time I ate at TL, I was with a party of 8 and the service was stellar. I'd highly recommend Thai Lagoon for dinner or take-out!
(5)
Shirley L.

This is probably the worst Thai food that I had in a long time. We ordered take-out of Keemow Noodle (with tofu), Basil Chicken and Pineapple Fried Rice (with beef). All are substandard quality. Keemow noodle was more like sweet and sour noodle. The basil chicken was absolute over seasoned (make sure you skip the sauce when combine with rice). However the fried rice has no taste (even though it looks like tons of soy sauce has been dumped on it). Don't think I will go back again.
(1)
Kendall K.

there should be a 2 and a half star button just for Thai Lagoon. cause they are just OK. pretty inconsistent. sometimes its really good. sometimes...not so much.
(3)
Nicole M.

Best Thai food in the Bucktown/Wicker Park area. I have never had a bad meal here ... prices are reasonable, servivce is good and food is always solid. I ate in the restaurant on Friday night for the first time (almost always do carry out) and the food was even better ... and it's BYOB. I love the friendly and warm atmosphere here. I am a huge fan of the Pad See Ew w/ tofu and my husband always get the Nam Sad salad with tofu. If you live in the area you must give it a shot. You will not regret it!
(5)
cara r.

I mentored a little girl for a year, and when I couldn't think of anything else to do for our weekly visits (museums get real old real fast in the winter when you're 8 years old), we would go out to eat. We tried pizza from Piece, cupcakes from Southport Bakery, ice cream from Cold Stone, but her absolute favorite was when we went to Thai Lagoon. She had never had Thai food before, so the first time we went, she was totally overwhelmed. The waiters were so sweet to her, and eased her into Thai food with some chicken satay. Well - turns out she LOVES peanut sauce! Not just on her chicken satay, but on her pad Thai as well. After that first trip, we would go about once a month to feed her peanut sauce addiction. At least if she didn't get anything else out of our mentoring experience, she learned to LOVE Thai food :).
(4)
Daisy T.

Randomly stumbled upon this place on North Ave and definitely did not regret the experience. The atmosphere was positive and staff were very friendly. I ordered the lemongrass chicken which was incredibly delicious. Sumon noodles was the 2nd order and it was pretty good, maybe little salty. Perfect amount of spiciness as well. Overall it was a wonderful experience and I will definitely go back.
(4)
Angie S.

The fried Vietnamese rolls are the BEST thing ever. BEST Mussaman curry I've had in the city. Perfect consistency and a nice mild flavor. And, as a bonus, they are usually playing great music (ie Flaming Lips, Animal Collective, what have you).
(5)
Kimberly S.

Ack! There is a lot of crap thai being made in this city, and thai lagoon is on the forefront! Looks cozy inside, close to home, nice server, byob = I really wanted to like it! But when even the pad thai is less than mediocre, you just gotta say f it.
(1)
Lisa Marie W.

i liked this place, my boyfriend and i went there when kumas korner was WAY too crowded as usual and we stumbled upon this place. it was pleasant actually, it was low key, the decor was simple but elegant, the food was fresh and simple and nicely priced. i liked that it had a view and was quiet, it just made the scene for a lovely winter night in chi town. i will go back again when i am in the area.
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Laura R.

Very yummy food, average prices, fast delivery. I like that they put little pieces of tofu in their food instead of the big chunkers other places use that tend to get cold really fast. I've been inside and the decor is nothing special, kinda on the ugly side. But when I feel like Thai I will definitely continue to order from here.
(4)
George B.

order your meal with crispy noodles, you won't regret it!
(5)
bill s.

They have excellent Crab Rangoon!! If you love Crab Rangoon you will love theirs. If you are not familiar with Crab Rangoon, become familiar with it immediately!!! hehe. Anyways they have pretty awesome Thai food too. They have Japanese food and Sushi on the weekends though and it's not very good at all, the sushi is dry and it's pretty pricey. If you stick to the Thai food and Crab Rangoon though you should have a great experience with this place. I've only had delivery though, so I'm not sure how dining inside is.. or if you even can do so or not.
(5)
Diana H.

I'm surprised at all of the negative reviews that Thai Lagoon has received. I can't claim to be a Thai cuisine connoiseur, but I've been here several times and have always enjoyed the food and gotten good service. Actually had some very yummy pad Thai here about a week ago. The portions are generous--my bowl of Pad Thai yielded two days of leftovers--and prices are reasonable. When I go here with my dinner pal, we usually end up spending around $25 for two entrees and one or two appetizers. The restaurant itself is kind of small. Probably not the most comfortable place for a large gathering, but a nice spot for dinner for two.
(4)
Sarah F.

Their food will make your mouth dance. The menu has a tremendous variety of fresh foods. They use lots of veggies and their soups are wonderful. They have much more than just Thai food. They have sushi but have more of Thai emphasis in the Asian cuisine.
(5)
Amy A.

Can't endorse it. I went here and tried the pad thai and kra prow chicken- usually my favorite basil, garlic, chili love sauce...not so here..and I asked for spicy and got not any where near spicy. The noodles were too sweet for me and did have the strange flavor quality that Kate G described. That being said - every thai restaurant seems to have it's specialty dish and maybe I just haven't discovered it. I can see how it would be a good introductory "welcome to thai food" experience because the flavors aren't "over the top" with fish sauce or anything- but I love me some fish sauce. If I lived around the corner- I wouldn't feel bad about ordering from here. Didn't mind the cups for byob wine but the cold air from the door got to me.
(2)
Jason M.

Great food. Great service - Got to love Pat. We get take out and it is always ready in 20 min.
(4)
Katie H.

This is a much, much better bet for take-out. Believe me. It gets crowded in the evening and the waitstaff (though obviously trying their best) really struggles to cope. It always seems like there are only about three people to do the cooking, serving, cleaning and manning the cash register. The food is great though which is why I keep coming back. Portions are gibongous and soooo yummy. I recommend the green curry (HOT) with chicken or the pad kee mow with crispy noodles. The only problem with the latter is that if you get anything with crispy noodles to go they're all soggy by the time they make it home. Ah well, I still gladly hoover it up.
(4)
David S.

Thai Lagoon rox my sox! One of the few places that will crispy up your rice noodles as an option. Oh hell yeah! The food is fresh, tasty and vegan friendly.
(4)
Jeni M.

I'm about to move to the burbs and I am SO sad to be leaving the Thai Lagoon behind. We order take-out there at least a few times a month and its consistently yummy. The vietnamese spring rolls are especially fresh and the accompanying peanut sauce is great. We've never had a bad experience there. I'll miss you, Thai Lagoon!
(4)
Michael J.

Was a bit dissapointed with this place. Ordered the green curry and the yellow curry. Small portions and almost no spice. Not a good value for the money. I ended up adding red pepper flakes at home to make it palatable. This is after requesting it between medium and hot. Probably won't be going here again, there are too many decent Thai places in the city to put up with a mediocre one. On the plus side, delivery was fast and friendly.
(2)
Josh H.

I've been a regular here for a few years now, but the last few times have completly missed the mark. Especially anything delivery or carryout. Crab Rangoon which I'd have sworn by 2 years ago now arrives overfried yet cold and soggy. Don't even bother with the veg tempura. Also soggy and the entire batch ended up in garbage. These guys just lost a regular due to near unedible food. Gross!
(1)
colleen p.

the boy and i went here on a rainy friday night and snagged the much coveted window seat. the interior is cozy and nicely decorated, but a bit cramped. we ordered thai spring rolls to start and were somewhat underwhelmed by the tiny portion, but hey, it was only about 2 bucks. here's where it kinda goes downhill. after ordering our main dishes (standard stuff, nothing fancy), we waited 20+ minutes for the food to arrive and were pretty much ignored by our sever(s). granted, it was a friday night, but its not like the line was spilling out the door or anything. its too bad the service sucked, because the food was delicious. i ordered a vegetable soup with chicken, which came in a big bowl and was packed with real veggies (not just one or two stray broccoli pieces and a mess of mushrooms like some restaurants serve). my boy had lemongrass chicken which was nicely spiced and quite tasty. again, with better service this place could be fabulous.
(3)
coco r.

I am loyal to Thai Lagoon for two reasons, they have great delivery service and the food is tasty. Every time I call the gentleman on the other end of the phone is helpful and nice (for a change). The delivery service is never late and my food is always cooked to perfection. I am slightly perplexed by other reviewers concern that the food is too Americanized. What makes this place more Americanized than any other Thai restaurant? Unless you have been to Thailand, I think the description is worthless. With that said, if you want authentic Thai, go to Thailand. Otherwise, Thai Lagoon offers wonderful yellow curry and Tom Yum soup.
(4)
maeve P.

I lived across the street from Thai Lagoon for a year so I had many occasions to stop on in. The first several times, I loved it. Then the last couple times I wasn't so thrilled with the food. My friend got the pad thai and it was really not very good and I've had some bad pad thai in Chicago... Also my roommate swears that they only seat the attractive ladies at the table near the window. I don't know what that has to do with anything just thought I'd share. I think my roommate probably spent too much time staring across the street.
(3)
Cedric H.

Best Massaman Curry with Tofu ever. I eat here at least once a week, and I can't bring myself to order anything else off the menu. The decor is tranquil. The music is fantastic. The wait staff are attentive but laid-back. The patrons are gorgeous, and the prices are reasonable. What more could you ask for?
(5)
Amanda G.

What tasty Thai food! I've only had delivery, but all the dishes I've tried have been delicious--Pad Thai, Keemow and Pad Se-eiw were all great. Definitely give it a shot.
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johnny b.

nothing special
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Misse D.

I prefer AUTHENTIC thai food. It ain't here.
(1)
Mitchell M.

I cannot say this is the best thai I have ever had. But when the red curry is extra soupy... oh man! Tom Yum and Kha are a must, to make you feel extra lethargic, before you dig into the good sized portions they give you. Only real downer to this place is that when they say it will be ready in 15 minutes, it's ready in 25.
(4)
S S.

It pains me to write a bad review for Thai Lagoon because I think it has some of the best thai food in Chicago. I give it one star despite the great food because I have had nothing but problems with getting this restaurant to deliver (1) the food I actually ordered, and (2) getting it to me in some sort of timely fashion. They have screwed up my order at least 3 or 4 times. And now twice I have had an unacceptably long wait for delivery. By unacceptably long, I mean over an hour and a half. Last night, which was a Sunday, was the last straw: I placed my order (two fried rice and one noodle dish, no special ordering or requests) at about 7:30 pm and was told it would be delivered in 45 - 60 minutes. After an hour and fifteen mintues, when my food was still not delivered, I called to inquire. I was told the delivery guy was just about to leave the restaurant (he had not even left yet???). After an hour and forty minutes when my food was still not delivered (I live about 15 mintues away from the restaurant), I called again and was told the delivery was "on its way" ("the check is in the mail"). I was never offerred a apology let alone a discount or rain check for the future. I cancelled my order and made a Not-Dog with cheese instead--just not the same.
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m c.

tasty and cheap, friendly service (for takeout). delivery was not really an option, since i didn't want to wait an hour. we had the green curry and pad thai. pad thai was pretty mediocre and noodles overcooked. green curry on the other hand, was great. we are definitely emboldened to try others on the menu, which has good variety. i took a sneak peak at what other people were eating and it all looked pretty good. far, far better than the trash they serve at penny's. one note: i would order it spicier than you think. i ordered medium spicy on the green curry fearing the worst, and it actually turned out borderline sweet. i would kick it up to spicy next time.
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Elizabeth C.

Went there the first time this past weekend. Amazing food. Only one waiter, but he still did a great job. BYOB. Worth going back.
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Vicky C.

I just dropped in on a Friday night. The wait wasn't long, 15-20 minutes. The service was awful. The food could be the absolute worst Thai food I've ever had. We had the chicken satay. Very dry. I've had better. The only redeeming quality was the peanut sauce and when you need to lather the chicken with peanut sauce that says something about the meat. I ordered the pad see eiw and it was completely flavorless. The waiter asked how spicy I wanted it and from my prior knowledge of pad see eiw isn't made spicy, AT ALL!!! The sauce wasn't even brown, the chicken was dry and tasteless. I also worked at a thai restaurant about 6 years ago, and this place didn't come close to the caliber of thai food. My boyfriend ordered the basil chicken and although it had more spice, it still wasn't very good. At the end of our meal, I barely touched my pad see eiw and he ate half of his basil chicken which was too bad since we were starving when we walked in. Our waiter asked if we wanted it wrapped. Seriously, are you kidding. If anyone really thinks this thai food is good, you should hit a real thai restaurant...even Pot Pan further down North Ave is waay better than this place. Aside from the (lack of) quality of the food, the service was horrible and it took forever for us to get our appetizer much less our entrees. I will never go back to this place.
(1)
Tobia C.

This place is great. VERY tasty food, and BYOB. They do have a $3 corking fee...but that's better than a 300% wine markup! Pricing is moderate, and (again) the food speaks for itself. Two of us only had to wait 20 minutes for a table on a busy Friday night. They had only one waiter...and he was able to pull it off. I'm definately going back.
(4)
Doug S.

Leaving Wicker Park has mostly been a blessing for me. All that remains from the good old days on Milwaukee Ave is the street name, the Double Door and Reckless as far as I am concerned. There are, of course, some things that I miss about my old stomping grounds. #1? It could be Thai Lagoon. I used to live about 1 block from Thai Lagoon. Needless to say, I ate there all of the time. One could deduce that I grew sick and tired of the food, the atmosphere, the staff, etc. However, I was never left anything but extremely satisfied with Thai Lagoon. I became a vegetarian about 2.5 years ago, so I used to dine on dishes with meat in the earlier days and switched to vegetarian. I have never tried a dish at Thai Lagoon that did not have tons of flavor. They can make a good spicy dish that can still retain the flavor of the sauce, which seems to be a near impossible task! I tend to go to different Thai restaurants for different dishes. For example, I always know what I am going to order at Yes on Damen because I go there for the Pad Phrik. I love going to Thai Lagoon because I have a veritable cornucopia of options where I know that I will be surely happy with my meal. It is a quaint place with paintings and photography on the walls. The music ranges from lo-fi techno to indie rock. It is a great place to go on a first date to prove that you know how to pick a place for its style, service and cuisine. It is still my favorite Thai place in Chicago! Looking for a great dish? Try the Basil with tofu.
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G G.

If there was only another thai option in my vicinity. I'm never really thrilled with the service or the food. I'll place an order for pickup... ask for mild and am barely able to eat my meal due to the spice. It's so frustrating.
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Ed M.

I go here a lot since Kitty lives on the same block. I only go here for convenience. Not the best thai food available but nonetheless the place serves it purpose...to fullfill my hunger. I always see the tall waiter with the dreads walking around the area. I wonder what his day job is.
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cb b.

great thai food. in fact, i think this place turned me on to thai they have the best pad thai tofu I have ever had! they have great service and the atomosphere is very laid back. this is a great place for dinner with friends.
(4)
Lesley W.

Great for PICK UP in Wicker Park. Delivery is always really slow so if you can walk there I would recommend it. I suggest the spicy chicken pad Thai--but be careful, they are not always consistent on how spicy something will be.. sometimes it can get really spicy-- you've been warned. The ambiance of the restaurant is strange.. sometimes it plays coffee shop music, dance music or nothing at all. Over all, this is an A-OK place for a relaxing movie night. I keep coming back!
(3)
Phillip R.

After living in Chicago for 4 years, this is still the best Thai Food I've had. The Crab Rangoon is the amazing. I moved out of Wicker Park and still venture in to get their Crab Rangoon. Everything else is fantastic as well. The ambiance my leave a little to be desired but the food and prices make up for it ten fold.
(5)
Rick M.

Thai Lagoon, I love your food but your service sucks. We love going to Thai Lagoon because their Crab Rangoon and/or Cream Cheese wontons are absolutely to die for. They're pretty much our favorite thing to order. I was surprised to see that TL recently expanded their menu options so I tried the Teriyaki chicken. Of course, the taste and value didn't let us down. It was delicious! Unfortunately, the service was awful. Not once did our server come by to ask us how our meal was. We had to continuously wait for our waters to be refilled. We weren't given any utensils to eat with or even napkins. Ironically, we were the only two people in the entire establishment. The two women working just wanted to talk with each other, and that was that. Two people did sit down during our visit, be we noticed that when they weren't attended to they quietly got up and left. It's really a shame. Thai Lagoon has such great food!!! And on a side note, their delivery is unusually fast, so that's kind of a redeeming quality if you're not walking in.
(3)
Cassie V.

Never really been to the restaurant. They're are on my top list of Thai food delivery. The best crap Rangoon, crispy pad kneemow and Thai fried rice.
(5)
Michael P.

Really solid Thai restaurant, we had the red curry, spring rolls, miso and pad Thai. All were really good, will definitely be our local Thai spot.
(5)
leslie p.

Okay, so we just call every time we order now and they have not messed up the order yet. Sooo...just know if you want VEGAN curry don't order online. Make sure and call!
(4)
Jenny T.

If you do not order the Crispy Rice Namsod, then you have not yet experienced the most important menu item ever to exist in any thai restaurant ever. Friends refer to it as "Thai Crack" because it is so delicious, you can never get enough. Seriously, this place is awesome and BYOB for those who eat in!
(5)
Julia V.

Man, was I missing out. I hadn't eaten here since HS. We had the chicken pad thai and yellow curry. Both dishes were amazing. The curry was slightly too spicy but we couldn't stop eating it! The servers were very sweet and attentive. Will definitely take advantage of the Byob next time.
(4)
Kara B.

This review is just for their take out as I've never dined in. However, each time I have picked up food there have been plenty of people inside and the atmosphere seems nice. Thai Lagoon is our go- to thai takeout in the area. It's good every single time and we always know what we are getting. It's that good "I'm not feeling adventurous and want to eat good food that I know is good" kind of place. My usuals include Pad Thai, Pad See Ew, Panang Chicken, and Cashew Chicken. All amazing. The crab rangoons are pretty much a must as well. Order from here on your next movie marathon for sure.
(4)
Juliana T.

Meh... I had ordered from here maybe 3 years ago now... And wasn't blown away, but decided to go in for dinner after work a few months ago. Definitely had the same sentiments as I did 3 years ago. Service was okay, food was okay, price was okay... Overall, it was okay... There are other Thai places in the neighborhood that I prefer, but due to the convenience of its location I might be back. Maybe.
(3)
Delia H.

I've gotten takeout and delivery from here a handful of times now and it's usually pretty good. But today it was seriously the worst thai food I've ever eaten in my life. I got the pineapple chicken fried rice (pretty standard) and the chicken was chewy and straight up burnt. The peppers were soggy somehow and the egg was burnt to a crisp. My boyfriend got chicken pad thai and his egg, noodles, and chicken was burnt as well. Also I felt super sick after I ate it and I didn't even eat that much of it. Anyway, if I were actually eating at the restaurant I would have sent my food back and I've never done that in my life. I probably won't order from here ever again.
(1)
Kim S.

This place has amazing food and friendly service for pick up and dine in. However, their delivery service has let me down. Instead of a 45-1 hour wait as promised, it took 1.5+ hours to arrive at my doorstep. Disappointing.
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Rachel W.

A decent Thai restaurant with excellent service. Their lunch special (appetizer and soup of the day and an entree) is a great deal and is pretty good. I got crab rangoons, a sweet and sour soup, and a thick rice-noodle dish (whose name I completely forgot). Everything was pretty good, you can't get a better deal for lunch in Wicker Park.
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Whitney W.

I got the green tofu curry lunch special here (but I didn't get anything but my entree)... It was good, but their tofu is very chewy. I would steer clear of that. There's also a lady that works there who was very rude. I saw a customer asked for something and she walked away and literally huffed and puffed and mumbled something under her breath. She has a very "what do you want? Hurry up and get out of my face" attitude. If I find out what days She's off I'd consider going back...
(2)
Lindsay Y.

The pad Thai I ordered was pretty average, not great and the prices were reasonable. The highlight of my dining experience was the Thai iced teas and being surrounded by all of the cool artwork on the walls.
(2)
Lily Z.

Today, I picked up my lunch order from Thai Lagoon. We ordered crab rangoon (the wonton skin wasn't rock hard like others which I liked. Very soft and creamy on the inside), lunch special of pad see ewe with an appetizer and soup (decent amount of pad see ewe, surprised to see two more crab rangoon as an appetizer, but what happened to the soup? I didn't see it in the order at all), tom ka soup with shrimp (good flavor) and kee mow (good portion, nice flavor). Overall, the meal was very satisfactory. Their lunch specials are a pretty good value.
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Alexandria T.

We attempted to have dinner at a nearby restaurant, but after waiting nearly two hours, we decided to head over to Thai Lagoon. I had takeout from here one other time, but I wasn't that impressed, but I'm always willing to give places a second try. It was later on a Saturday evening, but they had plenty of tables open, and we were seated right away. It is BYOB, and right away, they offered to bring over cups for our beer. We declined, but it was nice to receive some service immediately. We started with the veggie gyoza, which was just alright. I don't think gyoza is my favorite that's all. I got the masaman curry with tofu. It was super tasty and hit the spot. I was much more impressed with our visit the second time around. The service was attentive and quick. Not much more I could ask for.
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Anony P.

Ordered a beef dish from here twice. Terrible. Unless you like chewing underseasoned beef, realizing its a glob of fat, and then spitting it out for every single piece of beef in the dish.
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Alexander F.

Ordered delivery from them a couple days ago. Delivery & prices were fine. It was just really bland & basic. Our dishes all tasted pretty much the same.
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Emma G.

Entrees are hit or miss but crab rangoons are my fav in the neighborhood. Ordered for delivery so I couldn't speak to the restaurant experience. Delivery Service is quick and food is still hot so it meets those requirements. Cheap, okay Asian.
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J B.

Excellent prices, but I'd be willing to pay extra for better quality food & friendlier service. I regularly pick up orders here, and the employees are always running around too stressed to be friendly, but yet the restaurant is empty. You could at least smile and say thank you when I give you business.
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Joshua M.

Decent Thai food. I always saw this restaurant on Grub Hub but always kind of skimmed right past it. One night I thought to myself "Why haven't I ever tried this place?" So I did. Their paht thai is good, and their ability to give you a proper spice level is spot-on. It's a very solid example of good paht thai. Their paht si io was good too. Delivery was kind of slow. About an hour and 20 minutes slow. The driver was apologetic. Prices are pretty good. No chopsticks/plastic silverware in the delivery.
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Michelle V.

I don't understand why this place isn't always busy, or at least during dinner time. Same waitress every time and she's always quick. The quality of the food is always great no matter take out or delivery. Always satisfied with thai lagoon.
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Holly J.

My go-to thai spot. Not because its the best thai food you will ever have, but it is quick and cheap. Highly recommend picking up takeout over delivery as delivery times can be spotty.
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Pris S.

It's sad I use to order from here in the past and thought it was decent. I ordered here yesterday and it took my food 1.5 hours to get here. When I finally started to eat I found a hair on one of vegetables not happy!
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Heidi M.

I ordered delivery and was given a time estimate of one hour. After two hours of wait time I called (because I thought maybe the order got lost), after putting me on hold for quite some time I was told "it's on the way. 2-3 minutes." Aftering waiting an additional 40 minutes post phone call, my food finally arrived. I am very disappointed with this service, however, the food was quite good so I may give it one more shot sometime and hope that this experience was just a fluke.
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Justin G.

Need a Thai fix? Want to bring your own drinks? Do you also like a giant cat watching you eat? Well, look no further! Thai Lagoon is an open space, nice smaller tables, good for smaller groups of maybe 4-6. A liquor store is down the street so grab some beer or wine. First off, Crab Ragoon, is hands down the best I've had so far in the city. I have had many variations on a very basic appetizer, but this one is not only nice and creamy but just enough of a crispy shell to go with it. Just plain awesome. Spring rolls also very tasty, and had a great outer wrap- had a lot of unexpected flavor, not just a lot of salt. Now I ate a fairly basic fried rice with Tofu, but it was very fresh, good flavor and the portion size was huge. So plenty to fill up, nice flavor - can't really ask for much more. I gave this place 4 stars because not only was the food good, but it was exactly what we were looking for that night. I reserve 5 stars for a second visit. But absolutely no complaints, friendly service, good food. If you want Thai, go now.
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Liam M.

Thai Lagoon is good. The pad Thai is excellent as is the crab Rangoon. I've had both many times. They're always quick and the order is always right. It hits the spot just right. I plan to return many times.
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Yvette J.

Wonderful food and timely delivery. We had the spring rolls, which were a little doughy for my taste. Followed by the Vietnamese rolls, awesome, Tom Kha soup, loved and finally the Panang curry. I should have ordered more rice because the curry helping was large and amazing.
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Mira S.

More like 3.5 stars, but I'd go back and I'd recommend it in the area, so why not round up? It's a no-frills kind of place, simple but nice. The red and green curries were both quite tasty, not necessarily way above average or above expectations, but I wasn't disappointed. The curries come in a big, asymmetric bowl, and there's way more currry than rice, which is how it should be. The shrimp shumai I wouldn't do again, though. They nicely steamed it instead of frying it, although we technically were ordering off the menu. But it wasn't great, was probably frozen for a while, and the sauce was weirdly sweet and very thick and just not a great match, although maybe it would have been better with fried shumai. The restaurant is nicely full in the evenings, but even on a Friday there's some space available--people say delivery is slow, but I'd just go in to sit down or pick up, I guess.
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Mandy V.

Love the decor of this place! Friendly staff. We had the spring rolls, pad Thai, and pad see iew. Diners get to drink out of little glass jars. Staff is very friendly. Food was great! Very intimate ambiance. Good for a quiet date on a Friday night.
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Nissy A.

Ordered delivery on New Year's Day, we ordered the pad Thai and Penang noodles. They were both pretty good, nothing amazing but pretty standard for Thai food in Chicago. I've had better but have also had worse. Would order from here again. Good portion sizes.
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Marissa D.

This place seemed a little overwhelmed when I came in with a group of 7. Everyone got there dishes at different times, along with the wrong dish. When we ordered appetizers and our meals we had to get the attention of the waitress who seem to be doing other stuff. The food was Ok for what it was but was not great. I more than likely will not be coming back especially with a big group.
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molly w.

Thai Lagoon is our go-to delivery for Thai. We order delivery from here probably once a week, so I'd say I'm a good judge of the food. I've only dined in once and it was years ago, so this review is only for the food, not the restaurant experience. I've tried several dishes here, rice, noodle, meat, non-meat. The flavors for everything have always been good, I think that Thai Lagoon ranks near the top for Thai in Chicago. My biggest gripe with Thai restaurants is consistency... or lack thereof. Thai Lagoon is about a 7/10 for consistency, and this is higher than most other competitors, which is why we continue to go back. Beware, when ordering from GrubHub, their notifications on delivery are WAY off. it's good that they estimate on the longer side, but usually we'll get a text that the food is on the way after we've finished eating.
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Katie V.

We've ordered from here a lot - fresh msg free thai food. However, lately their spice level is out of control. Just too spicy to enjoy and they do not pay attention to the requested spice level entered. (And I like a bit of spice to my food) Their crab ragoon has 10% crab and 90% cream cheese. Sadly, we will not be ordering from them anymore.
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Karen N.

The food is good but their customer service is poor. I ordered through GrubHub and after being told the food would arrive within 50 minutes, I waited another half hour with still no food. When they were contacted they apologized stating that the order was misplaced and that it would take another 45 mins for the order to arrive (I should have just cancelled the order). When I asked to speak to a manager about it, there was nobody available. GrubHub tried to have part of the order comped but were told nobody was available to make that decision. I attempted to speak to a manager twice the following day and was told nobody was available. When I asked what time a manager would be in I was told, "they don't have set hours, they just come and go". Very disappointing service!
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Address : 2322 W North Ave
Chicago, IL, 60647
Phone (773) 489-5747
Website https://thai-lagoon.com
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Opening Hours

Mon :11:00 am - 10

Specialities

Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : Yes
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : No
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No

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