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Cozy Noodles & Rice

1018 Davis St, Evanston, IL, 60201
  • (847) 733-0101
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  • Kate P.

    Everytime I come to Cozy, I leave disappointed with the food. The decor is cute, and the food is super cheap, which makes it a fun place to come with friends. I suppose if you are a student used to dining hall food you might think this tastes good, but there are better asian places in Evanston.

    (2)

  • Jennifer W.

    Fresh, inexpensive, good pan-Asian food...no sushi...good for kids and easy to get in and out quickly. No fancy service -- you will get the food when it's ready, regardless of how many people are at your table. Refills on water.

    (4)

  • Kat W.

    This is truly an awesome Thai place. I've only gone there for lunch, so I can't still give 5 stars, but the lunch was great. An unique atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious food.

    (4)

  • Ross W.

    I ordered chicken pad thai, my go-to thai dish and it was very greasy without much flavor. Quite disappointing. But I've heard good things so I'll give it another shot.

    (3)

  • tim m.

    Great eclectic spot. BYOB is nice on the wallet too. Cool collections of things on the walls. Prices are reasonable, menu extensive, and food was delicious. Service was fine. We had older kids with us. They were apprehensive at first but loved the food in the end. Definitely will consider returning.

    (4)

  • Beth G.

    The servers can be bitchy, but the food is awesome and arrives on time. Really colorful place, too.

    (5)

  • Ramon R.

    Ah, sweet memories of delivery from Cozy Noodles. They don't charge much for delivery, but this is coming from someone who rarely ordered much more than the pad thai shrimp with extra eggs. I love Cozy Noodles and you will too, as long as you start with the pad thai shrimp with extra eggs and a lychee freeze (which, unfortunately, they don't offer year round).

    (5)

  • Julia B.

    I really enjoyed this Thai food. The spicy dishes were the best thing on the menu!!!

    (3)

  • Lela B.

    great deal. we're so happy to have them back after their fire. the food is so good here. try the green curry or the pad thai, or both. you can have a huge meal here for $5 or $6/person.

    (5)

  • Sarah J.

    I'm so happy I found this place a few weeks ago. It's such a cutely decorated place, and it's perfect for date night. It has pez dispensers all over, and it's dimly lit. The music isn't too loud, and they usually play acoustic covers which is nice. It's also reasonably priced, which is hard to find around Evanston! I got tofu with peanut sauce and broccoli, and it was delicious! It's easy to mess up tofu, but they cooked it perfectly. The sauce was rich and just the perfect thickness. I would highly recommend this dish to fellow vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike! This place is BYOB and there's a liquor store right across the street, which makes this place perfect.

    (5)

  • Greg B.

    I live in the East Lakeview area and really like the Cozy's there., but my best friend and I went to a movie in Evanston and decided to try the Cozy's last night. We arrived around 7:30pm and they were not that busy. I loved how large the restaurant was and decorated cool like the one in East Lakeview...but that is where it all ended for us. We were led to the side room for a table where there was no other customers. we asked if we could sit more toward the front and the host/server fanned his right arm out to the right very rudely without a word to motion, any table. we brought a bottle of wine and the server just dropped the wine opener at the table and walked away. It was really rude. As a former server, I know you would never do that, but open the wine bottle for the customer. (Hint: if you do that it may help with your tip at the end) We ordered the Vegetable rolls with the peanut sauce and they were very small. The same ones in East Lakeview are larger and much better. There should be a consistency here! My friend ordered a dish and asked for more bell pepper and no tomato. The dish came out with more tomato and not more bell pepper. The waiter apologized and said he wasn't paying attention...really? I do want to note again, the portions here are larger than the ones in East Lakeview...why is that? Again, its the consistency problem here with both restaurants. When the check arrived a different person dropped it off (male) who didnt smile and was rude. I even tried to engage him and nothing. It appeared he had major attitude and hated his job. When we paid our bill we told the person at the register how unhappy we were and that we would not be back. He bowed to us and said, sorry. If you are going to have return customers, please make things right and change what you are doing. This was a major disappointment and not worth the time or money spent. I am hoping to speak with the owner of these restaurants when I go back to Cozy's in my neighborhood. Change the service, attitude and quality of your food in Evanston and be consistent with portion control at all places. We won't be back here......sorry.

    (1)

  • Steve H.

    It's inexcusable to not have basic SSL security on a site that requires a credit card to place an order. Cozy, talk to your provider. Or switch to Yelp for online ordering, since that's where many customers start from. Waiting until after the order is placed to notify customers that it'll take 30 minutes to prepare (or 60 to deliver) also seems customer-hostile.

    (1)

  • Bonnie R.

    Absolutely my fave Thai place in Chicago/Evanston. Every time I eat Pad See Ewe anywhere else, it pales in comparison. Even the Wrigleyville location of Cozy Noodles isn't as good. When I worked in Evanston, I'd eat lunch there about once a week.

    (4)

  • Ludovico Z.

    Food is usually very good. I've never been disappointed. Relative inexpensive food, but good quality overall. Perhaps what I like the most though about this restaurant is very unique decor! Its also very convenient that its BYOB and just located in front of the liquor store, so you can easily go buy whatever beer you would like to accompany your food with.

    (4)

  • Dan C.

    Cozy is an eclectic shop full of vintage decor, but lacks real flavors to be fully represent Thai cuisine. The restaurant is BYOB if dining in, and portions are reasonable for the price.. I understand there is a lack of really good Thai food in the Chicagoland, but to me this place does not help the cause nearly as much. I ordered the pad thai with chicken, which came out to about $7.75. Choosing either beef or shrimp will jack up the prices even more, but what I expect from pad thai is something fresh, colorful, salty, tangy, sweet, spicy, intricacy, and harmonious blends of flavor. This really did nothing for me. The noodles tasted old, the chicken tasted frozen and lacked really any flavor, and the overall dish lacked any sort of cohesion. I think a better attention to detail and fresh ingredients will truly elevate this place. The decor is very whimsical and fun inside, but the food did nothing for me.

    (2)

  • Grace H.

    I think it's my most favorite Thai restaurant in Evanston. The interior is just so quirky and unexpectedly adorable! Pez collections, license plates, quotes... the walls are covered from head to toe. I love coming with friends. We always get the Pad thai, or Pad see ew (frikken amazing), red curry and then some appetizers. It's also BYOB, so I remember my friends and I bought cheap wine and celebrated it cozily here at this restaurant. We shared all the dishes, and shared great conversation. It's not very crowded~ but it's never empty. I just think the service can be a bit better. The workers are always a bit grumpy. I have to wave my hand obnoxiously or repeat Excuse me a couple times to place my order or ask for a spoon. Still, the food comes out pretty fast. They do include gratuity in the bill!! Be careful! My roomie and I love thai food and we've concluded that this is our place to go!

    (4)

  • Isabella R.

    Yummy. Panang noodles is very good. Suitable for vegans if you ask for no oyster or fish sauce.

    (5)

  • Astrid G.

    Dropped in on New Year's as it was one of the few restaurants open that night. Ordered takoyaki - these were delish! had the rad nar and spicy udon as well. The rad nar took me back by surprise - there were no see ewe like noodles, and instead all there was were really crispy... things that resembled fried wonton skin? my partner didn't mind but I found it so weird as I wasn't expecting it at all. spicy udon was good. a little on the sweet side though, which I'm not a huge fan of. Would come here again, BUT it's not cheap. and what can I say about the deco that everyone else hasnt already said? it's heaps cute and quirky.

    (4)

  • Jingles J.

    It's our 4th time here and last Saturday night came back to celebrate boyfriend's birthday with friends who haven't been to this cool place ... Because I was bringing 15 people I had to make reservations though they really don't make one . On that night it was packed . We still have to wait for another 15minutes to be seated (staffs apologetic for the waiting time) then we all ate while our arms bumped with each other ... Food was superb as usual , very affordable .

    (4)

  • Catherine Z.

    Cozy Noodles & Rice aims to create a loving atmosphere for its customers with a whimsical decor, but ultimately fails to capture a crowd with its mediocre food. Cozy is conveniently BYOB, a factor strongly considered by many college students when they decide to go out for a meal. The restaurant is also reasonably priced, with most entrees costing less than 10 dollars. If you order smartly, you may find yourself a great deal: cheap food in a short amount of time. They do online ordering as well as delivery meals. I give the decor of this restaurant an A+, as it is right up my alley. Whoever designed this joint pays a lot of attention to details, something you might notice as you eat your meal on beautiful mosaic pattern tables. Apparently Cozy gets pretty busy and crowded on the weekends, but on the Tuesday evening when Lisette and I visited, there were only two or three other tables occupied. I ordered a taro slushie bubble tea ($3.50), but was extremely disappointed with what I received. The drink's chalkiness and manufactured taste hinted that it was made from a powder mix, and the bubbles tasted like they were sitting in a vat all day, based on the tapioca's uneven and unpleasant texture. While the wait for food was less than seven minutes, I found that I should not have looked forward to much. After all, you get what you wait for. The Rama dish ($7.95) I ordered had crunchy broccoli and chicken that tasted like it had been frozen for quite some tie. The whole dish leaned towards lukewarm, which means that it was probably not cooked, but rather heated up shortly before it arrived at our table. Seven minutes is too fast for your food to be fresh... The sweet peanut sauce helped to liven up the dish a bit, but the consistency of the shredded carrot scattered on top made me think it was soaked in cold water to prevent it from drying out. This method can be effective, but the art is in presenting it in a way that this is not too obvious. Entrees at Cozy come with a complimentary scoop of white rice, but you can also opt for brown rice if you want to pay an extra dollar. Lisette ordered Pad Thai ($7.75), a dish that she customized with her choice of protein. The sauce had a hint of fish sauce, which is delicious and common in Pad Thai sauces, but normally doesn't come across as strongly as Cozy's did. The portions here are decent considering the price, though I would not deem it exceedingly generous. You get more bang for your buck if you eat there for lunch, as they have lunch special dishes for $6.95. At the end of the day, the food at Cozy is questionable. I question the freshness of the food, as well as the authenticity of the restaurant, but I can understand the decision of college students to continue eating their food because though the quality is mediocre, the service is great, it's cheap and quick, and the place is just so darn cute. Pictures and full review is up on my blog! catthecritic.wordpress.c…

    (2)

  • Ashley H.

    A good girl friend and I stopped by here for dinner tonight and had a pretty good experience. The environment was really cozy with cute, creative decor. We were seated immediately and our orders were taken promptly. I had the pad see ewe (chicken) and she had the crispy pad thai (chicken). Both were tasty. And I would totally recommend the latter.

    (3)

  • Jane L.

    The food at Cozy Noodles is delicious but its service leaves something to be desired. I've ordered the Chicken Pad Thai and Chicken Pad See Ewe to go a bunch of times. They usually have it ready within 15 minutes of me ordering and I get to take home freshly made, hot delicious noodles. You should get some packets of hot sauce to go with the dishes - it's a special type of Thai chili that delivers a good kick for those who like spicier foods. The price is good, about $8 per dish. The portions are also pretty large for take out - actually probably more so than when you do sit down. Their crab rangoon and spring rolls are really crispy and definitely a win. I came a few times for a sit down service. When it's less than 4 people the service is decent but once the group size gets larger they don't do a good job of checking in on you to make sure that everything is good. We sat around waiting 20 mins for them to come get our order and and had to call them multiple times to refill the water. They are BYOB though which is cool.

    (3)

  • Eva S.

    This place is unconventional when it comes to their decor and average in their fare. In the dining area where my group sat, there were rows of beanie babies (boxed in those plastic storage containers) sitting on some wall shelves for display. Vintage Coca Cola merchandise and old-school posters were scattered along the walls, and one wall was fully covered in old license plates. The decor felt "cozy" like I was eating in an old antique shop (or inside a teenager's expanded closet) that just happened to serve thai food. A few years ago, I ate at an all-American barbecue joint in a small town that had very similar decorations. By default, eating thai food here felt a little strange because it felt like I should have been eating bbq ribs, bbq chicken, cole slaw, and downing wedge potato fries with some sweet tea.... while contemplating how many people drove through this neck of the woods to try "the best pulled pork in Utah" (or something like that). I forget the term... (context memory?) that led me to feel unadjusted to eating Thai food in a setting that was not so "Thai." Just think of eating sushi in a Chipotle, or slurping Strawberry milkshakes in an Asian bistro. This context, albeit creative, funky and BYOB (thumbs up for that) felt mismatched with their food. To soften the blow (and since perhaps I don't have Evanston-local nor Northwestern-student nostalgia for this place) you do get a good value for what you pay. And now moving on to the FOOD: Many (if not all) dishes were under $10 and are share-able portions. I got #20 "Rama" with tofu, which is the peanut sauce with broccoli. This was not bad (It's hard for me to hate peanut sauce) and they give you generous portions of tofu/broccoli/sauce. Warning: If you order the green curry, ask for mild because they don't mess around with their chili! My friend's green curry was served in a huge white bowl (think Olive Garden pasta bowls) but we tried to add two bowls of white rice to tone down the spiciness. I tried it again and the chilis would not surrender. I couldn't handle it. If anyone has suggestions on what I should order next time, do let me know! Their staff does not provide individual checks for large parties unless you can split it down to two cards. THE LOW-DOWN: I would come back to either order the #20 "Rama" again or to try a really mild pad thai. It's a fun and quirky place to eat Thai food. I don't love this place, but ask any Northwestern student and they might tell you differently.

    (3)

  • Meredith C.

    Ok for starters, this place is BYOB! This is unheard-of in Evanston! And there is a liquor store literally directly across the street. Second, decor is really busy and unique but really adorable. So interesting. Third, those of you that complained on wait time here...... not to stereotype but did you close your menu? My experience in restaurants like this is you have to close your menu to indicate your are ready. I said to my boyfriend, "please close your menu so they'll take our order." And 4.5 seconds later they took our order. Food- holy god, it is amazing. We ordered about 6 things and all were perfect. Appetizer combo, garlic shrimp, everything perfect! This staff was polite, speedy, attentive, funny. Bill was about $14 per person. Unwavering 5 stars. If you dont like cozy noodle, I don't want to know you.

    (5)

  • Che B.

    Have been coming here for over 10 years and WILL NEVER RETURN. Not only has the food gotten worse over time, especially as of late, but on our latest visit, my kids order Chicken Pad Thai with totall RAW chicken. When we asked the server to change it, she took it back, only to have the manager come argue with us. He insisted that the chicken was just "soft." Wouldn't listen at ALL, and this was with two kids!!! I was totally shocked. Just can't remember the last time an equivalent episode occured anywhere at all. NOTHING COZY ABOUT THIS PLACE.

    (1)

  • Matt S.

    The decor is kind of loud, 'lots of crazy crap on the walls' as Moe says when he opens uncle Moe's family feedbag on the simpsons...it surprisingly works though. Service is fast, place is never too loud. It is also BYOB (!) and they serve you chilled glasses (!) which is awesome. Food however was just ok. Egg rolls awesome, hot, fresh, I had the Rama entree and while I've had better, I've definitely had much much worse--i enjoyed it, but it wast either an overflowing amount of food or a mind blowing flavor of food. For the price though (and the BYOB status), it's tough to beat this place. Will eat there again for sure.

    (3)

  • Shi A.

    This place = 4.5 stars -I love the decor -Their wide noodles, takoyaki, and mango sticky rice have all been amazing! -The coconut bubble tea is my new addiction!! -

    (4)

  • Vrati D.

    Not a fan of our food or the service. We had the green curry which was watery and had minimal taste. They charged $2 to add mushrooms... A bit much no? We also had the Evanston noodles which was really sweet and tasted like the side peanut sauce for chicken satay. The service was awful. We asked for a dinner plate the said no. We asked for a side of rice and they came out twice to make sure that's what we wanted and to remind us that we will be charged. The only thing pleasant was the restaurant decor!

    (2)

  • Kelly C.

    I'm pretty sure I've eaten food from Cozy more than any other that I've left a 2-star review for, but I'm just over it... they're convenient and their decor is excellent, but the food is just honestly sub-par, even compared to the other mostly mediocre Evanston Thai restaurants (living in Edgewater spoiled me). Their shtick is frying everything, so they have crispy pad thai, curry over crispy wide noodles, etc., but it just ends up making everything taste dry. If you get a special curry you pretty much have to buy a side of rice because crispy wide noodles don't soak up the curry at all. I've tried a lot of different things and haven't said "wow, that's really yummy" to any of them. And they don't have a very good idea of spice level. Regular spicy is unbearable, and mild spicy is unflavorful. And the non-spicy dishes there is black pepper on top. Beyond Thai is way better, and others in the area are at least marginally better. But really, I miss Ben's Noodles on Bryn Mawr.

    (2)

  • David B.

    I headed here for the first time with some friends recently on a cold, cold night. I had passed by the place many times before, but never been inside. What a treat! The main room is playfully decorated with vintage lunchboxes, Pez dispensers, and more. It is definitely a cozy atmosphere. But I came there for warm food on a cold night and wasn't disappointed. The four of us shared the potstickers and shrimp rolls, and both were great. I had the spicy Tom Yum soup to get started after that and it hit the spot. I don't like very very spicy and this was right near my breaking point, so it was perfect. My entree was the low-carb Mixed Vegetables, which tasted great. I was eyeing my friend's nearly overflowing plate of chicken Pad See Ewe, and enjoyed a taste of that as well. Definitely hit up this place when in the mood for great Thai food.

    (4)

  • Benison C.

    Cozy is pretty cozy The interior has eclectic collectors items/ chachkies and the ambience is upbeat. There is outdoor seating and the place is byob w ev1 (liquor store) just across the street. Yes! I only give it 3stars because I've had better thai food. Maybe it was just the handful of times I've been there but it's tasted a tad too greasy. I've had their pad thai, see ew and BBQ pork soup. It's pretty standard thai food to say the least. Def a good place to take large grps of peeps though

    (3)

  • Mary M.

    Used to be one of my favorite places, but the one waitress seems to have zero concept of what a seafood allergy means. I was served food that had fish oil/sauce in it even after I asked if it had it included in the meal and she said no. Thank god for her supervisor overhearing our conversation and accommodating my severe food allergy. Overall great food, but very frustrating.

    (3)

  • Catie F.

    Cozy Noodles is just that - COZY! It's a nice rendez-vous spot for a casual date or dinner with friends. Both the food and the atmosphere are comforting. The collections of Pez dispensers and oldschool lunchboxes don't quite jive with the Pan-Asian menu, but the kitsch definitely has its charm. I would actually rate the food as good to excellent, especially the seaweed salad and all of the noodle dishes. The chicken satay was also yummy, though the shrimp shumai was underwhelming. One pro AND con is that it is BYOB. If you have wine on-hand, or a small cooler of beer - you're all set. They hook you up with glasses (and ice if you want it). I think they really lose a star for the curt, semi-rushed and generally indifferent service. But hey, I'm not there to hang out with the staff.

    (3)

  • Si R.

    Pretty mediocre. We ordered the Larb salad and BahnMi noodle dish to go. They had a coupon for a free appetizer with a take out order of $15 or more so we also got potstickers. We had to wait about 20min for our food, which is fine I guess. My salad was not anything special, and the noodle dish was pretty bland. The pot sticker filling had a very strange texture (almost like they had ground the filling to a mushy paste... So maybe lack of texture is a better way to describe it). I probably wouldn't go back again.

    (2)

  • Scott S.

    You get what you pay for. If you're looking for a cheap BYOB with decent food, Cozy could be your spot. Food was decent, service was questionable.

    (3)

  • Michelle M.

    We love this place and are quite picky about Thai food. Just the right level of spice and they are not skimpy with the shrimp or chicken. It is now our go to place.

    (4)

  • Jenn E.

    When you're craving Thai food in Evanston, Cozy Noodles is the place to come. BYOB, Cozy is an affordable, fun spot to come with large groups of friends or even for date night. The food is delicious, though watch out as it can be very spicy (even for someone with a decent spice tolerance like myself) so if you want it less spicy definitely ask when you order. Portions are huge - sharing is definitely a possibility, though for about $10/dish you can definitely afford to order one per person and take home the leftovers for later. I really like their drunken noodles and red curry. Service can be a little hit or miss but again, it's really affordable and BYOB so aside from sometimes wanting my water glass to be filled more rapidly it hit all of my service expectations. Food came out quickly, piping hot, and our order was correct (even though we were a party of 10).

    (4)

  • David L.

    Cozy is cozy, fun, delish. I went with a friend who is a local. He had the Pad Thai and Pad Woon Seen. The noodles are clear and you can see through them. I have experienced Thai food in L.A. and Houston. The food quality at Cozy was just as good as my other Thai experiences. The food is good but the decor tends to upstage the food. The cool stuff on the walls is a lot of fun to look at and discuss and take selfies with. I highly recommend Cozy.

    (4)

  • Sharon C.

    I do like Cozy more than the other Thai places in Evanston, but I think it's just because it's the only place that has Crispy Pad Thai (my favorite!) and I think the decor is super cool, especially if you happen to be going there with someone you don't have much to say to... The prices and portions for the entrees are pretty reasonable, but I do think that the appetizers are a bit pricey for what you get. Unfortunately, the food can be a little hit or miss. I order the same thing every time (the Crispy Pad Thai, as I sad earlier), but sometimes it's perfectly crunchy and sometimes it's really soggy. The service is never that good here, either; it can be a little difficult to get someone to refill your water cup or bring your extra napkins.

    (3)

  • Eugene W.

    Cozy Noodles is a nice, homey, affordable sit-in restaurant. I highly recommend their Pad Thai (which is my favorite Thai dish anyways). Their crispy Pad Thai was much more crispy than I expected, so I think that I prefer the regular more. The crispy Pad Thai is definitely still worth it for those who like super crunchy dishes, though. The chicken satay is a good appetizer with yummy sauce. The tom yum soup is also very good. I highly recommend their Crispy Cod Fish with any type of curry or without any at all. It is a good amount of fish for the amount of money paid, and it is pretty good! I got it with green curry, and I can attest to the quality of the curries that they have at this restaurant. The servers are kind and there are candles at every table, giving the place a nice atmosphere. It is clean and comfortable inside. It's a perfect place to hang out with a small or large group of people, or just a meal for two. EDIT: After coming here several more times since my last review, this place is definitely hit or miss, with more emphasis on the miss side. In many dishes, they are extremely stingy with their meat. For example, in the Bamee noodles, the description looks amazing, but you'll end up with paltry amounts of each item. Many dishes will end up with you just having some noodles and vegetables. I am quite dissatisfied with the portion sizes, and would rather go to Thai Sookdee.

    (2)

  • Candace M.

    I used to come to Cozy a lot in college because it was a cheap, fun place (we came mostly for the BYOB). I went back recently and, not being so concerned with the BYOB aspect anymore, realized that the food is just OKAY. If you're going to dine here, I would stick to a noodle or rice dish (like a curry or stir-fry or a pad thai) and skip the appetizers. The apps we had were pretty subpar... pineapple in vegi spring rolls? Yuck. And the chive dumplings tasted like they came from a box. Which is fine... I just don't want to pay $5 for 3 of them then. You get the point. Also, the waiter and waitress that came by didn't know the menu, so they were a bit useless when trying to make a food decision. (Couldn't tell us the difference between green and red curry, for example, besides the color difference, which is well... duh?) Anyway, it is what it is: A cheap, casual BYOB noodle/rice place! Don't expect anything more!

    (2)

  • Danielle P.

    I had the red curry, and wasn't disappointed, wasn't impressed. I've had better curry. The decor in this place is pretty cute, which makes me really WANT to love it, but the food was just ok. They are also not very accommodating to large groups: we had two large tables of graduate students, all obviously wanting to pay separately (let's be serious here - Cozy is located almost on Northwestern's campus, and should be used to the fact that students pretty much always split the check. No college kid I know is going to take care of the tab for 20+ people, sorry). We made the mistake of not asking outright whether we could split the checks, but they gave us one check for TWO separate tables!! And on top of it, they said we could only use two cards on the check!! Chaos ensued. Just make sure you bring cash if you're going to split the check at Cozy.

    (3)

  • Doug R.

    I've been going here for over 10 years and I always get the Golden Noodles. They are fantastic. Just as good as it's always been. I'm usually there every few months.

    (5)

  • Paige K.

    I've only ever had fun times here. Bring cash if you're in a big group. But the fact that it's BYOB and across from Evanston's 1st Liquor store is literally GENIUS. The atmosphere's pretty fun as well.

    (5)

  • Cherie W.

    Fun, funky decor and good food. I usually get the Cozy Noodles which is loaded with veggies. The service is decent and the pricing is reasonable.

    (3)

  • Julia M.

    I am a big fan of Cozy. After living in Wrigleyville, literally next door to the Lakeview location, I was pleased knowing that there was a locate in Evanston/Suburbs. The food is always fresh and fast, and the portions are great. Went here for lunch the other day, and you get a free appetizer with your entree purchase for two people. The egg rolls were small and fantastic! You really can't go wrong with anything that you order on the menu. I recommend the Pad Thai and the Shrimp Dumpling. The only reason I did not give Cozy in Evanston 5 stars is because of the attitude of the waitress. She definitely did not want to be there, and seemed a little annoyed that she had to serve us today. Sorta sad, considering the awesome decorations and fun atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Carla G.

    Love the decor of this place! Many of the knick knacks brought on some great convo for me and my friends. (Beanie Babies, Pez dispensers, etc) it's all very nostalgic. . . The menu offers everything you would expect from a Thai restaurant. The prices and portions are reasonable. My only complaint is that they only allow one credit card per table & couldn't split the bill to use two. We didn't really get a heads up about this or an explanation why. Overall, I enjoy Cozy & will definitely come back!

    (4)

  • Elina S.

    Came here a whilleeee ago so this may not be the best review, but I stumbled upon it and thought hey, I remember this little Evanston place. I also think there's a location in Chicago, so that's something to keep in mind. Here are my notes: 1. BYOB-Always a plus, that's a star for sure 2. Very nostalgic atmosphere as there are toys, license plates, more toys, covering every wall and spot possible in this place. 3. The food is just a okay, the portions are HUGE but quality wise it's just eh. We got the egg rolls and the pad thai and the pad thai had thicker noodles than I prefer and it was just not tasty from what I remember, which is kinda sad because the place is so adorable and a great place to bring your kids, or your friends who like to act like kids 4. The service was average, nothing to rave about, nor did they mess anything up 5. I will probably not be back as I'd rather go to Joy Yees in Evanston for my asian fix even though I prefer stricly thai food any day. 6. Cannot get those adorable old school toys out of my mind, just them alone is worth the trip here. You will have fun :)

    (3)

  • Alex T.

    This was not my first time at Cozy Noodle, however it will be my last. When my friend and I were sat with a bottle of wine on a Saturday night, we asked if it was BYOB. The server responded saying there was no BYOB on Friday and Saturday. We were appalled as that not communicated anywhere in the restaurant. Then, towards the end of the meal, we saw a man and his wife enjoying a BYOB bottle of wine. I called the waitress over and she confusingly told us that BYOB was now somehow available. WHAT!?! Next, when we got the check, we asked if we could split the total on two cards, as you are able to do at all restaurants in the area. However, the very rude server said it was not allowed under a new policy. However this was not written on the menu, check, or anywhere near the cash register. I was forced to pay for the meal in its entirety by myself and, as a working student, this was an unnecessary financial burden for a situation that could have been easily avoided. Granted, the food was decent and portions fair. However, the service was horrendous. It was not busy on a Saturday night at 6 PM and it is not hard to see why. There are plenty of other popular Asian restaurants in the area where you know you'll get good food AND great service every time. I will never be coming back to this restaurant unless they treat their customers as more than commodities.

    (1)

  • Sarah P.

    Cozy has been consistent over the years. Recently it was weird when they said we had to order enough food to make a 7.50 minimum per person including my friend who wasn't eating. We basically had to order a whole extra entree that nobody really wanted, and when that still wasn't enough my friend got a to-go just to get them off our backs. As a restaurant worker myself I understand the frustration of low-paying customers, but I also know you can't brow beat customers into spending more.

    (3)

  • David G.

    An excellent choice for a quick, tasty Thai lunch while in Evanston. Service was nice, food tasty, and a nice crowd of students, academics, and locals. Chicken &rice lunch special was good, although uneven in temperature across the plate. Will definitely go back.

    (4)

  • Nikki S.

    Mom and pop owned and delightfully decorated with old school toys. I love their food, quick thai, for a cheap price, plus byob. Had the typical shrimp pad thai, chicken is too dry. Deliciously flavored. The only bummer is the spring rolls isn't the spring rolls I was looking for with peanut sauce. It was chicken, mung beans, and I think cucumber with a sweet and sour sauce. Not what I was craving for.

    (4)

  • George R.

    I've been to Cozy more times than I can remember. Cozy has standard Thai fare in Evanston. The food is pretty good, but not amazing. I probably the drunken noodles the best. I don't think they make basil eggplant with tofu, which is disappointing. I swear the portions used to be bigger here. I don't think you really get that much food anymore. So Cozy, if you're reading this, make the portions a bit bigger! This place is BYOB for wine and beer, which is nice.

    (3)

  • D G.

    We love cozy. The food is tasty and the service prompt. We've been coming here for over 8 years so there's been ups and downs with service but the food has always been superb.

    (4)

  • Steve R.

    Cozy Noodles has friendly staff, quick service, and good lunch special. Try the spicy panang curry noodles for a little kick! The basil chicken is delicious too.

    (4)

  • Andrew S.

    Im a big Cozy fan, cant give it 5* cuz it's the same as all the other thai places in Evanston. However, the potions and prices are right. Id say it tastes slightly fresher than some of the others (joy yee, siam pasta, siam paragon, thai sookdee, dozika, siam splendour, royin etc..) They deliver fast and are open an hr later than the competition. Try pinto thai kitchen and pick your favorite. You dont need me to tell you whats good here because its standard thai fare and we all know what we like as such.

    (4)

  • M J.

    This is the best Thai restaurant in the area. Very vegetarian friendly (you can order items without fish sauce, too) and their delivery is fast. I love the tofu satay!

    (5)

  • Katherine L.

    The Tom Yom soup is perfect on a freeze rain night. I got the veggie Tom Yom and it was chock full of veggies (cabbage, baby corn, carrots, snow peas, green beans,tomatoes) with a flavorful broth. I tried the crispy pad see yew wig chicken and broccoli..and the noodles were seriously crispy through...it wasn't exactly what I was expecting and perhaps on the salty side, however I've had the regular pad see yew and enjoyed it more. Friendly service and very affordable.

    (4)

  • Q R.

    I've since Thai is my favorite cuisine I tried most of the Thai restaurants in Evanston. So I decided to try this one the other night and ordered via delivery. Delivery was on time and I ordered Thai Fried Rice with extra chicken, Thai Spring rolls and my wife ordered Spicy Cashew with tofu. I was not impressed with what we ordered at all. I ordered extra chicken in my fried rice but didn't seem to get any (although I was charged $2 more). Additionally, the dish itself was lacking seasoning and was very bland overall. It tasted like something I could have made at home. The spring roll tasted dry. Almost as if the tofu didn't have any moisture even with the sauce. Taking a bite almost certainly necessitated a drink of water afterwards. My wife's dish was also equally bland and unimpressive. So much so that she barely touched it and had only a few bites. I'm really not sure how this place has so many positive reviews. Most of the food I ordered are pretty standard Thai dishes. In fact fried rice is listed as a signature dish at this restaurant but it certainly didn't taste like it. Maybe eating in is a better experience? Either way I'll stick to Siam Paragon, Joy Yee Noodle, and Siam Pasta.

    (2)

  • Hannah J.

    I'd like to start out by saying that I've been here many times over the course of five years. It is the perfect place to BYOB and have a pretty good, cheap Thai meal in Evanston. It doesn't hurt to have EV1 right across the street. That being said, we were in on a very slow night and the service was subpar. It was mostly common things like being ignored by the waitstaff for a long period of time. One thing, in particular, that was annoying was that they served the edamame without a bowl/plate to put the pods in. It is also notable that they do not split checks on credit cards. One card per table. All in all, the main reason to come here is because its a convenient BYOB place. I like the food and I will be back, but I wouldn't expect anything amazing.

    (3)

  • E. G.

    COUPON USERS BEWARE......I go here often and if you notice the server will ask if you have a coupon WHEN you order...well they do this for a reason....if you use a coupon the quality of food changes for example the chicken is replaced with so many other items...onions for example....and if you order chicken satay without a coupon the chicken is beautiful but if you use a coupon.....not so pretty. I didn't believe the portions and quality change when using a coupon...but a few of us did an experiment......if your on a budget use the coupon but expect much less....

    (3)

  • Gustavo A.

    The food is excellent and i have no problem with the service. I went there one day and under the table I saw roaches. Yes, roaches or pests. And they were like 3 inches long and not one, like 3. It seems that the employees do nothing about it. Since then I have never returned.

    (2)

  • Christine K.

    Heaps of salt and MSG hidden in the food. I visit Cozy once in a while because of my friends, but if possible, I try to abstain from eating here. While the interior of the restaurant itself does induce somewhat of a "cozy" feeling, the decorations can be overbearing at times. I suppose this could be a "hip" place for college students such as I, but I would much prefer Thai Sookdee.

    (2)

  • Carolyn M P.

    WOW !! What a fun place If you love to see the old toy's like ,rubber duckies, old license plates from everywhere,beanie babies and more. My sister and I came here today 2-15-14 after seeing this movie called Tim's Vermeer. We wanted something quick, the way it looked inside didn't feel like a Thai Restaurant. But I had the Orange Chicken w/ a side salad & a scoop of white rice & Thai Iced Coffee. My sister had her favorite Spring rolls that come in 2 but are fresh not fried in a sticky sauce, cucumber salad & BBQ Pork on lettuce. All mini meals. She also had Thai Iced Coffee. We both had fun pointing out the the good memories we had as a child. Then she said you need to check out the bathroom ? Cause there are more license plates & Pez dispensers !! The chicken was very crispy and you need to mix the rice with the orange sauce, wow I can eat this all day. Next time I'll ask for Broccoli I needed more green besides the salad. They add this pinkish dressing which has a nice acidity. I asked to try some of my sister's cucumber salad which was needed in the salad. A perfect match. I liked this, a lot.

    (5)

  • Elizabeth L.

    Fav Thai go-to in Evanston. Delicious, inexpensive, fast service, friendly staff. Have never been disappointed here. All the noodle dishes are consistently delicious. The beef salad is tart, generously portioned and fresh. The tom na soup is savory and not overly heavy with a nice coconut milk base, perfect for cooler weather. BYOB.

    (4)

  • Sarah F.

    I LOVE this place! This is, by far, the best Thai place in Evanston. Delicious and affordable lunch specials. The BEST Tom Yum soup I have ever had. Very small and cozy. Also, BYOB with a liquor store conveniently just down the street. The bathrooms are worth a stop. Both decorated differently and very cute. :)

    (5)

  • Eumi C.

    Cozy Thai is my FAVVVORITE Thai restaurant!! I love their crab rangoons, basil chicken, pad thai, pad see ewe, just to name a few. I have never been dissapointed here. I recommend it to anyone I know! YUMMMMM :D

    (5)

  • Amanda W.

    We love the one in Lakeview and couldn't wait to try the one in our new neighborhood in Evanston. Food was delish and service was fast! We're so glad to have this restaurant near us. Also love that it's byob.

    (4)

  • Amy L.

    I have been there several times. Food has been okay, not particularly good or bad, although sometimes I accidently ordered something that was really really spicy (this situation could have been avoided had the waiter asked how spicy I would like or at least reminded me first)!

    (3)

  • Layla L.

    Let me start with the good. I love the food. It's delicious and nice portion. That's where the good experience ends. So I come in to have dinner with friends. I have forgot my jailer to use for half off an entree. I pull the mailer off the internet on my phone and show the waitress. She states "No, can't accept it, you have to print it and bring it in". I show her it stating - it does not state coupon must be at hand anywhere on the mailer or coupon must be presented at time to order. Just states - inform at time of ordering. She asks the manager and comes back and just says No. Then the experience just gets worse. When ordering- orange chicken with house salad- I asked if I could substitute that for the cucumber salad. Thinking- there may be a substitution charge- my waitress again just states No. Can't do that. I then am just getting frustrated and just order another side salad. Again- food is good- BYOB nice. Well here comes the check- want to split with two couples on two cards. They again state only one. How is this supposed to work when groups or couples come. Just ridiculous. It's the same machine. Divide it by two and charge both cards. Unfortunately- Just not a great experience. Order take out!!

    (1)

  • Bethany A.

    Came here for lunch with my roommate on a Saturday. It was relatively uncrowded and service was pretty fast. I ordered crazy noodles with chicken and shrimp and got spring rolls as a starter (lunch combo). I actually really enjoyed the shaved carrot and sweet sauce they gave with the spring rolls. The actual main dish was pretty good, the sauce was slightly sweet and the noodles were soft. I actually wound up eating all the chicken and noodles and egg... the carrots and peas were slightly undercooked in my opinion. They only gave me two shrimp though for a noodle dish that size, and I expected at least three. I would come back, but maybe not for lunch because I thought the menu was a little bit small. Definitely reasonable prices though!

    (3)

  • Jay P.

    I always walk by this tiny restaurant, which is often quite packed on weekends, and finally decided to stop by here to try out their lunch special. By the time I got in, I was already an icicle. The nice guy working at the front counter offered me some hot water as if I were Tiny Tim. I ordered the orange chicken (I believe it was $6.95 plus tax.) The meal comes with your choice of spring roll or egg roll as well as a salad. For whatever reason, I wasn't offered a soup option, but I was drinking so much hot water that adding soup to that would have made me run to the bathroom. The orange chicken is your standard orange that you'd get at most restaurants. It had more than enough glaze and a lot more pieces of chicken than some other places. The salad tasted a bit like KFC's coleslaw, and the spring rolls weren't the crispy kind you might find elsewhere. I enjoyed the meal for the price and was happy that the service I received was attentive and efficient. I'll definitely stop by again to dine in, as it has a casual feel, and the decor is pretty awesome...license plates, lunch boxes, toys and other memorabilia!

    (4)

  • Kathleen J.

    Not only is this place adorable- the food is very crave-able. It's easy to find their coupons in the meal, so no matter what you order, it can be affordable. Definitely worth repeated trips!

    (5)

  • Alex B.

    I like this place - it's is quirky and kooky and a great place for dinner before a movie in Evanston. The food itself is good, though you can find better Thai. However, the fish cakes are particularly yummy, with lot's of good Lemon Grassy goodness. I like the place because of it's charm and it's outstanding price point. From a value perspective this place is the Bomb. We got out of here for $30 for the two of use plus $5 for two giant cans of Foster's from the liquor store across the street (Cozy is BYOB). On a seperate note - did you know that there is a law in Evanston that if you purchase a single beer of less than 40 ounces you must purchase two of them? Gotta love it - did the Schlitz Malt Liquor people put them up to this? The decor is awesome - shelf after shelf of pez dispensers, bobble heads, and lunch boxes. Straight out of the forty year old virgin. And, you can amuse your guests for hours by playing games like "find the Boba Fet pez" and "who is that fat guy next to Elvis." Bon Appetit!

    (3)

  • Rowena L.

    After 4 years of Cozy, I couldn't not do a Yelp review for this sacred place. It's part of the Northwestern college experience, and so I make this my last Evanston review (of my college years). Let's be honest, you come here because it's BYOB and it's got great, unique decor. The lunch specials aren't bad either. The food isn't anything spectacular. It's pretty average Thai food. I always get noodles, so I can't comment on the entrees. The noodles are good and the portions are large. Service is pretty quick and while the servers do have accents, they work very hard to communicate with you and make sure you're satisfied. I've had a couple of misunderstandings on dishes in these years and had to send dishes back due to dietary restrictions, but they've always been good about it. At the end of the day, it's the most reliable noodles place in Evanston, and each time you always notice new cool collectibles on display that you haven't noticed before.

    (4)

  • Elizabeth D.

    I have really enjoyed everything I've had here - pad Thai and garlic chicken noodles are favorites - and their lunch specials are pretty amazing. Not to mention you can get thai iced tea to go, and they're very generous with the cucumber salad!

    (5)

  • Tom K.

    Love Cozy Thai Awesome crab rangoons and noodle dishes. Best Thai food near by!

    (5)

  • Jennie S.

    BYOB. I've only eaten here twice, and realized this the 2nd time when I saw two groups that brought in their own six packs. Their wall decorations are AWESOME and organized by wall. They have pez dispensers, license plates, lunch boxes, tsatske type stuff. It keeps you pretty entertained while you're waiting for your food. This is helpful since they're not the speediest. Their food is good. I ordered the pad-see-ewe with tofu and it was delicious. The first time I went, I ordered panang (red) curry and it was SUPER spicy. They charge extra for additional tiny bowls of rice, so practice rice conservation. Check out their website for specials and discounts before you go eat there.

    (4)

  • Toby L.

    Meh. This place is very overrated I ordered a panang curry, and while it was pretty nicely portioned, the curry wasn't as flavorful as I had hoped it would be, given the hype about this place. Pricing is a lot better than Thai Sookdee a few blocks away, but what you save in price costs in flavor and tastiness factor. Can't really complain much, but it's an OK place that's not great, but not bad. If you're just eating with a few friends, then this is a pretty nice place to go to on a regular basis, but if you're celebrating any special occasions or having a special meeting - Thai Sookdee has much more flavorful dishes and has a better environment. Speaking of which - the location of this place is a little off the beaten path and on the farther end from campus, and in a slightly less safe area of town, so it's mildly inconvenient to come here for (honestly not too great) food. I'd rather just walk a few blocks away and go to Thai Sookdee on Church instead The only thing that makes me give this place 3 instead of 2 stars is the price. The price is extremely student-friendly and fair...otherwise, food wise, it would be a solid 2 stars. I'll be merciful though just because of the nice pricing. I'd skip it and just buy a jar of curry from whole foods or something instead, but I don't have anything really against the place. It's just...meh.

    (3)

  • E M.

    I've been meaning to go to Cozy Noodles and Rice for years and, holy cow, am I glad I went. During a lazy, low-key weekend earlier this month, I finally decided to pull the trigger and mosey on over. I'm quite glad I did. So glad, that I went back two nights ago. The interior is incredibly eclectic with all sorts of cool collectibles like a wall of pez dispensers, another of old license plates, and many more. It is quiet, casual and cozy. The servers are quiet, but effective, and checked on us regularly. We were greatly surprised when we ordered our appetizers and they came out, literally, 3 minutes later, but still delicious and fresh, and huge portions. Another big plus is that it is BYOB, wine and beer only, in addition to being incredibly affordable. Two appetizers and two entrees, plus tax, was only ~$27. Definitely try the Evanston Curry Noodle. Beware, though, because this stuff is like crack. Go. Enjoy. Return.

    (5)

  • Steve A.

    Cozy Noodles is a funky little cafe near Ace hardware, on Davis, but on the other side of the tracks from the business district. The striking thing about the place is the collections of tin toys, Pez dispensers, license plates, canned good, and other oddities that line the walls. Despite its name, it doesn't serve comfort food (unless you're from Southeast Asia), but rather Chinese and Thai food. Our food was good -- "spicy" definitely means spicy -- and the prices are very reasonable.

    (3)

  • Liza P.

    I absolutely love Cozy! I always get the green curry and it is consistently delicious. The place has fun and quirky decorations on the walls, and the waitstaff and fast and friendly. Sometimes I get carryout from there to pick up on my way home from work. I call them when I'm a couple of blocks away and by the time I arrive, my food is all ready and packed up at the register. I don't think I've ever had to wait for them to prepare it. It's BYOB, and Evanston 1st Liquors is just across the street so you can easily grab something to drink on your way over.

    (5)

  • Laura B.

    Really?! Having eaten here several times with large groups or just one other person, Cozy is now off the list. Not due to the food, but due to the abysmal customer service after having gone there with another couple. Out of nowhere they suddenly refused to split our check between two credit cards. Finally, it took requesting the manager to run our check. She then thought it was appropriate to scold us and tell us "don't expect to split a check on cards again". If this is their policy, they should put it on the menu so people know before ordering.

    (1)

  • Keith A.

    mmmmmmmmmm, thai food. Gimme moar. I was jonesing for thai and needed some delivery since I felt like being lazy and not going out to get it. Enter cozy noodles. I made sure to go with some normal staples like chicken satay and some crab rangoon while also getting some spring rolls. I liked the fact that the chicken satay wasn't already on skewers and were just loose pieces of chicken. The spring rolls were extremely good. I was doing my best not to just run right through them. The crab rangoon was excellent and was packed with cheese and meat. These weren't your normal crab rangoon's that don't have much meat and are more flaky crust, these were more meat and cheese. Since my friend and I were chomping down on the food, we also ordered up some entrees. We got some chicken pad khee mao and shrimp bamee noodles. the pad khee mao was good, but the noodles were just okay. They did it right with the amount of heat on the spices, but I was really wanting for some better noodles. But, in comes the shrimp bamee to bring back something real good. The noodles were really good and I was doing my best not to fully bogart the food. Most of all, it was very affordable. A lot of food was ordered and it only ended up costing around $30 after tip

    (4)

  • Jenny F.

    I love this place. Every time one of my friends comes to visit, I take them here. It's like an 80's throwback/garage sale/ebay collector's heaven. Pez dispensers, lunch boxes, random action figures and robots, Elvis, license plates...a little ADD, but they make it work. and it's cheap! nowadays it's very rare to find a place that serves actual meals for under $10 that don't make you feel like you need to carve out your arteries after you eat them (read: fast food places). and if you can get a coupon (either the Northwestern Daily, those mailer thingies, or online), it's a steal. Buy one entree get one 50% off! The portions are just right too. You could finish it all if you're really hungry, otherwise you have a nice little take out box when you're done. It's not blow-your-mind-fan-freaking-tastic food, but it's good thai, and it's cheap, which to me, makes it great thai. i recommend the pad see ewe, lard na, or the bamee noodles. i luh me some cozy noodles & rice.

    (4)

  • Chris H.

    I love this place! The food is the best Thai byob in the Chicago area; and as a vegetarian I've been to a lot of Thai places. But even beyond the great food, the ambiance is just so fun--you're surrounded by toys! Definitely recommend!!

    (5)

  • Christine B.

    I really wanted to like this place. I love a good pad see eew, but I won't go here anymore as it was sub standard. I tried it twice, and have given up.

    (2)

  • Nikki K.

    I've been here a bunch of times to eat in and for take-out. It's pretty good thai food and not expensive. The service is super quick, so quick that one time we received the check before our food! I really like their panang curry and crazy noodles with tofu. The portions are good for the price too. The restaurant itself is really fun. It has tons of toys and signs all over the place. I'm sure kids would love it. The take-out order service has been good too. I've never had to wait a long time for my food. Definitely my go-to for cheap thai food in Evanston.

    (4)

  • Candice G.

    This place is what the inside of my head looks like. Just a sh*t ton of nostalgic toys and colors, a life size Elvis replica, it's BYOB, reminders that dessert is the backbone of any diet, and there are robots a plenty... that's right, robots live in my brain. Just call me Yoshimi 'cause I gotta black belt in karate... okay, I only made it to green belt IRL but the point is, I'm f*cking fierce. I've been debating between a 4 and 5 star rating but settled on the 4 because the food was really good, but not super great- though their portions are super generous. We got the spicy Tom Yum soup and Fried tofu. And for din I got Spicy Basil leaves with tofu and the BF got some sort of giant beef dish that he couldn't finish if he wanted to leave with his top pant button still in tact. Lucky for me, I wore stretchy pants... aka, God's answer to Thai food. Amen! I will say that I was pretty disappointed with the bubble tea. I got the plum bubble tea and was defo not a fan. I gave up after a few sips and tried to force feed it to my BF because I hate for food to go to waste. I ended up taking most of it home and using the giant straw as a dart gun and the tapioca bubbles as darts on my from front lawn in the snow. They were much better suited for that anyhow. Also, ordering was kind of difficult here, as our server's English was very, VERY limited and my ability to decipher things even when said with a very minimal accent, leaves much to be desired. We were not a good pairing. I will totally be back, maybe for a birthday dinner with friends, since I like making people drive as far as reasonable possible to celebrate me... and because I can't stay away from a place that is straight out of a Flaming Lips concert.

    (4)

  • Jessie L.

    I went here a while ago with some friends and had the WORST experience ever. I don't remember whether the food was good or not, but it couldn't have been that good, because all I remember is the TERRIBLE service we got here. The place was pretty busy and we were seated at a table for 4. After we had ordered our food though, the waitress came over and told us we had to squeeze around a table for 2 to make room for new customers. Needless to say they did not receive much of a tip at all. I've never been treated so poorly as a customer.

    (1)

  • Katie F.

    Not a fan. If you want BYOB and Asian food, why not just go to Zoba? The food here is inconsistent when it comes to quality, and it's often way too noisy. I had Pad Thai here and it tasted like stomach acid. If that wasn't enough to make me not want to eat here again, the poor service was.

    (2)

  • Brian F.

    My first experience at Cozy Noodles was a positive one. While the service was a little slow and inattentive, the food drastically made up for it! The vegetable eggroll appetizer was just so-so, but the Pad Thai with tofu was one of the better versions I've had, and the Panang Curry w/ Chicken was very flavorful and delicious. I also like the laid back, fun atmosphere and I'm looking forward to coming back to try out some of the other offerings.

    (4)

  • Elizabeth W.

    Cozy gets bonus points from me because: *Satay tofu! So few restaurants seem to have it these days. *Satay tofu that isn't greasy and mushy! Mine was perfect. *Peanut sauce that doesn't taste like sugar and peanut butter! There was a little heat to compliment the sweet. *Pez dispenser heaven (or hell, depending on how you feel about them). They basically have a wall here where Pez dispensers go to die. *I somehow got parking right in front of the door. There was also another spot open two spaces away. Since when can you park on Davis that easily?!? *Lunch specials. Lots of 'em. Those were all unexpected goodies on my visit here, but there were also the "gimmes" any restaurant must have in order to get more than two stars from me--reasonable pricing, staff that does its job, a clean setting, and food that does not make my mouth, stomach, or bowels hate me for ordering it. This isn't the greatest Thai food in the universe, but it's not bad either, and you can get in and out in a pinch without wishing you'd spent your money elsewhere. Of course, if you like the much-discussed decor, that's worth something all by itself. Note to cat lovers: sometimes the shop next door has cats playing in the front window. Peek at your own risk...you may die of cute.

    (4)

  • Marisa R.

    Food was fine but the service was terrible. They added a 20% gratuity to a party of 4. One member of out party's food was forgotten. Try Thai Sookdee instead.

    (2)

  • Nina I.

    I came here for a quick lunch and I really liked it. Their food was OK, and since it failed to mesmerize me I took off a star, but the decor of the place was awesome! Maybe if they re-evaluated their food to match their crazy cool displays and quotes on their walls then I would come back and add the last star. I had the spring rolls, cucumber salad, fried rice, and spicy noodles [I forgot the name sorry :( ]. The servers were fast but unfortunately a little bit hard to understand. I also wish they didn't seat me on a wobbly table good thing I was too distracted by the lunch boxes on the shelves and countless other things scattered about. Lastly, this place is BYOB and there is a cute little liquor store conveniently across the street. Could it get any better than that?

    (4)

  • Kit G.

    Cheap, but not very good. I ordered take out for lunch. I tried the chicken with broccoli and rice. It was not very good. It had a strange taste to it. I only ate half of it and I doubt I will eat the rest.

    (2)

  • Dave S.

    I don't understand all the rave reviews for this place. True, the prices are low, it's BYOB and the decor and atmosphere are festive. But we've been here twice now and didn't like the food on either occasion. My first time I got the rama noodles and they were ridiculously crispy and there was very little chicken in my dish. I forget what my wife had the first time, but she was also underwhelmed. But the place was crowded and cheap, so we thought perhaps we ordered the wrong thing. We went back today for lunch and again neither of us liked what we had. I ordered the kung pao chicken, a dish I normally love, and didn't like it at all. Once again, there was very little chicken. And it had a thin, runny sauce that wasn't spicy, like kung pao usually is. (It even says spicy next to it on the menu) My wife had chicken pad thai- now how can you screw that up- but somehow they did. It was coated in a fish sauce that just wasn't good at all. I love pad thai and when she didn't finish hers, I thought about eating it but after tasting it said "no thanks." We told them that we didn't like either dish and they said, 'well, we make things with a different recipe than people are used to." And they didn't offer a discount or anything else. We won't go back.

    (1)

  • Courtney M.

    Cozy Noodles has delicious food and it's BYOB, yay! The service, however, leaves much to be desired. I once went with a large group of people: DO NOT DO THIS. 30 minutes passed between the time the first person's food arrived and the last person's food arrived. One member of our party accidentally went to another restaurant (Cosi), so he brought his leftover food to Cozy Noodles to spend time with us. He wasn't even eating the leftovers, there was just a bag on his lap. An employee of this restaurant walked up to him and told him he was being rude for having outside food here. It was totally uncalled for and left a bad taste in everyones' mouth.

    (2)

  • Al D.

    The sum of my recent visit to Cozy Noodles: not too shabby, but could be better. Actually, I'd like to give Cozy Noodles 3.5 stars. The decor is fun and cool trip down memory lane. I can see how it can be appealing to near-by HS and college students (plus recent grads), and families as well. The food here is good, but I wouldn't call it the best Asian fusion in the area. After placing my order, my dish, the Bamee Noodles, came out 4 minutes later. My table was quite surprised at this; maybe it was sent back, maybe it was microwaved. It was still intact and I ate it and enjoyed it. Everyone else's dishes came about 3-4 minutes after mine; I started on mine before it would get cold. Another one of my co-workers ordered the veggies with noodles, and there were no noodles in her dish at all. Prices aren't that bad, but I wouldn't exactly call them budget-friendly, either. Per plate it's about $7-9, in addition to soft drinks.

    (3)

  • Brett M.

    The Cozy Noodles experience....... I've been here several times and plan on going again. The food is solid and the portion sizes are very generous, all at very reasonable pricing. Each dish comes with a base variety of noodles in tandem with your choice of chicken, beef, pork, or Tofu. The service here is nothing to write home about HOWEVER it's not bad. I come to Cozy Noodles with the idea of being left alone.

    (4)

  • Ju L.

    Love this place-- I keep wanting to do the BYOB but always forget. Great for large groups as well as for a date-- though at times you may be sitting uncomfortably close to the other table. The decor is cute, blah blah blah, but who cares when the food is enjoyable, the service is attentive, the space is clean, and the prices are low? Your experience here is going to be the exact same every single time. They have the reliability of a fast food chain, it's a little creepy. But with decent Thai. Yes, the food is surprisingly good, with reasonable portions. Sometimes it can all feel a bit packaged, but much of that is because of the colorful acrylic tumblers and toy-store ambiance. I love the green curry, which comes with your choice of meat even though the menu doesn't say that. The pad thai is one of the best efforts you'll find in Evanston. This is saying a lot. Something to note: they disseminate coupons EVERYWHERE (coupon packs in the mail, the Northwestern Daily and other Evanston papers, anything they sponsor...). I never eat here paying full price for 2 entrees. Because $12 for dinner-for-two is sweet.

    (4)

  • Sandra W.

    The food is good for the price you pay. Sometimes I feel like the things that I order (I always try to order something different each time) and it's very heavy. I can never finish a whole plate and if I do, I don't feel good afterwards. I dont' know, it's a little heavy for me. The drinks are good though. like the smoothies and such. It's in a great location. The service is fine. It's pretty authentic. It's BYOB. I like the decorations at the place. It has a bunch of license plates all over the wall and random decoration collections. It's fun to look around.

    (3)

  • Drew N.

    Cozy Noodle still stands as my all-time favorite Thai, and i'm definitely picky when it comes to this. I have yet to find a panang curry that matches up to theirs, a very unique and sweet flavor that is just delicious Can't go wrong with the Pad Thai either, very flavorful. I personally think they also have some of the best potstickers out there. There's something about them that is sooo good. Crab rangoon really good too. Best part, it's very affordable and is BYOB.

    (5)

  • Gina G.

    Friend and I went because the restaurant we drove across town for was closed. Oops, it was a happy accident though. Best thai I have ever eaten! They were packed and the food still came quickly they kept my water refilled. I wish I lived closer!

    (5)

  • Kyle I.

    Cozy noodles is a pretty standard thai place, but is anything buy "cozy". The decor is full of cross-generational knick knacks and toys that make you a bit anxious of accidentally knocking one over and breaking them. The tables in its secondary seating area are made from antique sewing machines - with the foot lever still attached and functional beneath - that are not comfortable especially if you like space to rest your feet. The food is good. I order my pad thai with spring rolls. Pretty standard and yellow, like I like my pad thai. Very filling and usually around $7 total? pretty good deal but since I discovered the Siam Thai place closer to my office I will not be making the trip to downtown Evanston as much anymore.

    (3)

  • Frederick L.

    It was the worst place I've ever been to I always chicken soup had chunks of garlic I thought that would just be a one time thing. One day we were back another day and the food is just gross I can't understand how people like this maybe all the college kids go there because its byob and get drunk but the food is SHIT there.

    (1)

  • Bomi K.

    My crazy noodle had 2 pieces of shrimp. I was very unhappy. And it was bland. And I thought it was unnecessarily dark.

    (2)

  • Melissa B.

    Never have I ever had worse customer service at a restaurant. It was decently busy when we arrived, but then again, it was a Friday night in a college neighborhood. After a brief wait, we were seated and ordered our food. As we wrapped up our meal, the server came over and asked us to hurry up because there were people waiting to be seated. I thought this was horribly rude... We had barely finished eating our meals! We weren't simply sitting there taking up space. We are respectful, paying customers! These were friends that I hadn't seen in a while and we wanted a chance to catch up! After we finished eating, the server rushed our check over. A few minutes later, another server came over and asked us to hurry up. A bit miffed, the four of us placed our cards with the check and handed them to the server. We were then told: 1. The check cannot be paid with more than ONE credit card (no splitting checks, etc.) 2. They do not keep sufficient change to break multiple $20 bills (if two people have $20 bills, you'll have to find a bank to provide you with change to pay your friends back). 3. They charge an automatic "service fee" (tip) of 18% for PARTIES OF ALL SIZES... Even 2 people!!! They can be as outrageously rude to you as they want, and you have to pay an 18% tip to your server!! Let's be honest, this is a glorified chinese food place. I had a beef & broccoli and it wasn't anything special. Find a better chinese place... there are plenty around Evanston and Chicago.

    (1)

  • Kymberly J.

    Cute and kitchy! I love all the little collections that decorate the walls, especially the license plates which I took a picture of and made it my computer wallpaper. fast and friendly service and generous portions. I got the spicy udon with chicken. The menu says something about when they say spicy they mean spicy. I wasnt blown away by the spices. In fact, I could have done with a little more hot. I also got a side of steamed veggies. I like when restuarants offer steamed veggies - so much healthier than grilled (many places use oil) or sauteed. I had left over udon which I mixed with my left over veggies for another massive meal.

    (4)

  • Laila C.

    My favorite BYOB restaurant in Evanston. Their food is good, the decor is ridiculous, and the people around you are always drinking a lot. Not much to complain about. I have to admit, I've only ever been there once without doing BYOB and it was kind of lame. It seems like you wait longer, the food is less tasty, the people are too loud and rowdy, and the toys are just gaudy. BUT if you BYOB...Then it's GREAT!

    (4)

  • Krystina B.

    Terrible experience here. First of all, delivery took over an hour which is absolutely ridiculous. When the guy got here he couldn't work out that since the building had four floors, and my apartment number was 4A, that I was on the fourth floor. Annoying. Then the food. I ordered the Pad Thai with shrimp (really, pretty basic) and the Noodles Panang with tofu. The Panang already stated it was spicy (which I normally love, good old nose watering spicy) so I didn't specialize that order. I did, however ask them to make my Pad Thai spicy. I did NOT, however, ask them to make in INEDIBLY spicy. There was no other flavor, just awful, wretched spiciness. I couldn't eat it. And what little I did manage to choke down tortured me later. On top of that, the dish was 95% dry, old noodles. Little to no sprouts and about 5 pieces of shrimp in the whole thing. The Panang, maybe that was my misunderstanding, but I'm pretty sure I've ordered dishes with "crunchy noodles" before and they didn't look and feel and taste like stale, breadlike crackers. I've never seen a "noodle" like that. So I made my own rice noodles and tried to eat the Panang but with each bite I felt sicker and sicker until I gave up and threw it all out. The next day, and still today (2 days later) I am paying for eating here, paying more than just the money I wasted in the first place. There are plenty of other Thai places in town who have their marbles straight and I will be patroning them from now on.

    (1)

  • Diandian W.

    My favorite restaurant at Evanston. They provided all Thai-food. Chicken noodle soup, Pad Thai and curry!!! And you can always use coupons. It's affordable for students. The only thing I don't like is they close on public holidays.....

    (4)

  • Ann H.

    Stumbled upon this place inadvertently a few weeks ago and decided to give it a try. We were pleasantly surprised. First of all, from the moment you walk in you can't help but smile with the decor. We ordered tea and were presented with a nice selection from their box of teas. We then ordered the appetizer "sampler". There really wasn't anything to rave about with these - but, they weren't bad, either. We then shared an order of pad Thai. I thought it was delicious. Flavored really well, good consistency and good portion. The service was really good and there is a huge selection. We will be back to try other items on the menu and enjoy this place.

    (4)

  • Janet B.

    BYOB, cheap, DELICIOUS noodles, fast delivery, coupons, enough veggies in most dishes to convince yourself that you're eating healthy = my favorite restaurant as an undergrad. I miss.

    (5)

  • Thais A.

    Pad Woon Sen Cashew Entree BBQ pork and rice Had all three for dinner, and all three were incredible! Delivery was super fast too, they originally said 45min, it arrived in 30. Best noodle place around!

    (5)

  • Ellen P.

    Soooo their curry dishes have changed because they don't buy the same coconut anymore. Flavor is not 100% the same and texture is totally horrendous. What used to be a pretty pale yellow dish is now murkey and brown, it looked and tasted like soup. Wah wah! However, if I could rate service separately it'd be a 5 star. Theyre always good with their "reservations" and put you at the top of the wait list, even if the waiting area is non existent. Also, we told our waitress that our dishes were not what they usually were like, and she sent the boss lady over. She IS SO SWEET! She apologized that our dishes were unsatisfactory and even explained why the change had happened. She swapped my friends curry dish for another dish that everyone loved, and obviously did not charge us for curry dish. After we had tried the new dish my friend got, she came back over to check that this new dish was good (it was GREAT) and again apologized and chatted. Also, for such a busy place, once the waiting masses seemed to die down, they were still super super attentive as we spent three hours drinking wine and chowing down. If they were able to replicate the old curry (apparently they no longer import the coconut they were using into america and this new brand they are trying out, and this new brand is much more watery - oh and did i mention the boss lady even thanked me for speaking up so they could know that maybe they should try a new brand of coconut!) i would still come back constantly. I fear I may need to find a new Thai place :( Suggestions????

    (3)

  • kim s.

    Love, love, love me some Cozy! If the hubby and I are ordering in, Cozy is our go-to. We're vegetarian and they are always so accommodating, offering to make Orange Tofu for my husband with no complaints at all. They have a great basic Pad Thai, but I also adore the Pad See Ewe, Pad Khee Mao, Spicy Udon, Pad Woon Sen... I could go on. And on. The spring rolls are fabulous and their soups are great too! It's BYOB and they are always happy to provide corkscrews and glasses. There is a liquor store right across the street, which is very convenient! They're open late and delivery is usually between 20-40 minutes. Meals are CHEAP, freshly made, and just super yum!

    (5)

  • David R.

    Despite living in or near Evanston for the last several years, somehow I managed never to come here until recently. Too bad, because it's a cute sit-down place with above-average, cheap Thai food. The bright walls and playful decor--hundreds of Pez dispensers, dozens of lunchboxes, old radios, cigar boxes, and license plates--bring some figurative warmth on cold winter afternoons. The lunch special is a steal, especially given the high quality of the food: $5.95 for soup, small appetizer, and full-sized entree. The spring rolls are bland and mushy, but the egg rolls are perfect little bites which come with an excellent sweet chili sauce. The cucumber salad has chunks of the vegetable instead of slices, and a perfect tangy dressing. The pad thai is good, maybe a B. It's slightly salty and greasy, has no carrots, and needs more peanuts, but overall has a good flavor and balance of cooked and fresh ingredients. The pad see ewe is in the B+ range. The star of the entrees that I have tried is my old standby, Thai spicy basil. Theirs has BIG chunks of vegetables, the perfect level of spice (enough to make me fret a little but not still be tasting it an hour later), and a generous portion of ground chicken; a solid A. Service is standard. Go for the food and the bright atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Yanyao N.

    I can't get enough of the vegetable egg rolls from here. Luckily I live a block away and can call for pick up all the time. The crab rangoon is awesome. I tried the fried tofu last week and will order it again. I usually get the woon sen pad thai, which is pad thai made with glass noodles. The crispy pad thai is also good for those looking for something different. The usual suspects (pad see ewe, cashew chicken, pad thai) are all delicious. Even though we mostly just do carry out orders, it is really fun to eat in here. The walls are bright yellow and covered with novelty items like beanie babies and robots. Plus, there is a liquor store across the street and the restaurant is BYOB. The staff are really friendly. Good value for price too.

    (5)

  • Alma M.

    I love the Pad Woon Sen and I enjoy the soups. However they never seem make my order the way I ask for it. It gets a little ridiculous. Today I had enough of it and I called to let them know they give me the wrong order. I explain to the woman who apologized and she confirmed she would have the right order ready for me. I go to pick it up and I see that I had the wrong order waiting for me yet again. Then to top it off, the host/waitress gave me the worst attitude and argued with me about the wrong order, which according to her was my fault, NOT hers. I have never felt so embarrased. The food is good but the service is not worth it. That is the last time I order who Cozy.

    (2)

  • Jeanne Z.

    You know how in real estate the term "cozy" is used to describe a cramped space? While I would not describe the restaurant as cramped per se, this place is not for you claustrophobics out there. The tables are small (ideal for two people but a third can be squished in) and placed pretty close together. I thought it was "cozy" in a nice way. The decor is very interesting. It's like being in a show of Hoarders Extreme. The walls are filled with beanie babies, cans, signs, etc. The food is reasonably priced and tasty. I got the Crazy Noodles because I'm a crazy gal! It was delicious- egg noodles with chicken and shrimp. Place is BYOB!

    (4)

  • Miro N.

    Food is mediocre at best while staff barely speaks any English, so if you proceed to ask them a basic question they might get the look on their face that some people get at tough exams. " Think, think, think what is broth again. Ah this is going to be a long day. " The only positive thing is that the place cheap which I would expect to be considering the food quality.

    (1)

  • Emily H.

    I love cozy ! This is one of my favorite Thai food places in Evanston . I ordered food for delivery and they got it to me in less then 20 minutes . Great food and great service.

    (5)

  • James M.

    Amazing lunch deal. 5.95 for soup, egg rolls, and entree. Love the regular menu items too. This time I had the Bamee Noodles for the first time. The dish was a little heavy on the noodles, in relation to the pork, but still, a good lunch. My favorite meal here is definitely the Spicy Pad Kee Mao, which i'm sure i'm spelling wrong. But sooo good. Also like their curries. Just a fun place. It doesn't seem to be as hopping at this location, compared to the one in Chicago, but the food is usually just as spot on. Like their bubble tea, too.

    (4)

  • Lori L.

    I cannot lie. I'm a fan of Cozy. After an embarrassing attempt to open and enter through the wrong door, I was greeted with a smile and shown to my table. Their lunch specials really cannot be beat. A long list of entrees, which include soup, a choice of spring roll, egg roll, or cucumber salad for only $5.95. I went with Pad See Ew w/chicken. This has slowly become my new favorite Thai dish. Cozy's is very flavorful with just enough sweetness not to cause a cavity. I really had to control myself from snarfing down my entire plate. I wouldn't say the portions are huge, but they are generous enough to provide leftovers. Hint: If you receive the Daily Northwestern, there is usually a coupon inside.

    (4)

  • Jamie B.

    I will start by saying that this place has a fantastic lunch special. For $6.25 you get soup, choice of egg roll, spring roll or cucumber salad and an entree or noodle dish. The thai food here is nothing special, so I would never come here for dinner, but it is good enough to make me keep coming back for the lunch special (I work in Evanston, so I think this is the best bang for your buck when it comes to thai food in Evanston). I've had the bamee noodles (with no pork) and the, lard na. Both ended up being fairly good. The bamee noodles could have used a little extra flavor or some type of sauce, but the tofu and noodles were very good. The lard na was uber crispy (which I wasn't expecting), but it was still tasty. Service is no frills, but it's quick and I've never ended up with an unfilled water glass, so that makes me happy.

    (4)

  • Charles S.

    I liked this place: It's pretty, the staff was terrific, the portions are gigantic and the price is economical. I had coconut chicken soup followed by rice noodles with beef and Chinese broccoli. (They happily substituted Chinese broccoli for the standard variety. ) If you're in Evanston and want fast, tasty Thai food in a cheerful, attractive atmosphere, go Cozy.

    (4)

  • Jasmin V.

    Cozy noodle has always been the place to go for me in Evanston. Food comes out super fast. Can't beat BYOB and cheap thai food.

    (5)

  • Lin T.

    I've never been in the store. I usually order for delivery. Not the best thai experience, but not the worse. I much prefer the red curry at Indian restaurants though.

    (3)

  • David Z.

    Excellent! Great lunch specials: $5.95 for a full sized entree, appetizer, and soup? AND it tastes good? AND my water is always filled before running out? AND the service is quick and efficient? Count me in.

    (5)

  • Josh S.

    Decent lunch special. You can get an appetizer and a pretty nice sized portion of noodles for under $10. The food and service are both ok. I ordered the pad see ew. It was not the best I've had, but by far not the worst. This place will not blow you away, but if you're looking for a cheap, quick lunch, I recommend stopping in.

    (3)

  • Daphne L.

    I finally made it to Cozy Noodles & Rice after almost 2 years of saying "I really need to check that place out." It's a comfortable spot that's lots of fun; you can't not enjoy yourself in a restaurant decorated with lunchboxes, toys, Pez dispensers, etc. I've seen kids left speechless when they enter Cozy because they don't know where to look first! The food is very tasty and affordable, and it's BYOB which is an added plus. My husband and I had dinner there last night; our bill was $21, and we were both stuffed. I had the BBQ Pork & Broccoli, and my husband had one of the curry dishes that he loved so much he practically licked his plate clean. They also have wonderful lunch specials: an appetizer or salad, miso soup, and an entree, all for $5.95, which in today's economy is a good thing. After all these glowing remarks, why only 3 stars, you ask? The service. The staff is very kind and friendly, but, on each occasion that I've been there I've felt incredibly rushed, and that is something that I absolutely dislike. I especially dislike it when there are maybe 5 tables of customers on a Sunday evening. Before we even sat down our waiter was asking us if we wanted anything to drink, or an appetizer..really? I don't even have my ass in the seat and you're asking if I want an appetizer? Could I take my jacket off first, please? Maybe take a passing glance at the menu? On both occasions that I've been (once for lunch and once for dinner) the same sense of "hurry up and eat and leave" was present. During our dinner I asked our waiter for a condiment, and he looked at me like he was shocked that I'd want soy sauce for my meal. I know, it's unheard of. Overall I felt like I was being shooed out and that's not how I like to dine. Additionally, we had people circling and hovering around our table, waiting to pounce and clear plates the second we were appeared to be done. Again, there were maybe 5 tables of patrons, so I really couldn't understand why they seemed to be in such a rush for us to leave at 6:00 pm. The food is tasty, the prices are right, and the surroundings make your soul smile, so for those reasons I'll absolutely go back to Cozy. My hope is that they'll ease up off the "rush rush, hurry up! "

    (3)

  • Danielle R.

    I have had several dishes from here now and have never been disappointed! The Crab Rangoon are the best I've had! You must try them! Also, others have said they won't take a credit card unless at least $10+ but I have ordered take-out several times with $7-8 totals and have paid with my card nearly every time... no complaints from them!

    (4)

  • Richard H.

    This is my favorite place for lunch. There are so many great items on the menu. I recommend the noodles panang and rama special. The decor is super cute, full of toys and pez dispensers and other great kitschy stuff.

    (5)

  • Bradley J.

    Had I yelped after my first visit, I probably would have given Cozy four stars - but tonight's takeout was a bit of a letdown. They apparently didn't hear me order Shumai (which is probably because this place is usually crowded and loud), though there is PLEN-TY of food in the noodle entrees. The garlic chicken was definitely better than the golden noodles with chicken, but both were a tad bland. But that's what Sriracha is for! Also, it would be nice if they had a non-flash version of their website - makes pulling up the menu on an iPhone tough...

    (3)

  • traveler c.

    WARNING: If you are semi-A.D.D or A.D.H.D, stay away from this place if you are going on a date / meeting someone to have an important convo or catching up. Half of my night went like this below: Her: "Are you listening to me? Hello? What are you looking at? Me: (My eyes slowly wandering up and down the walls and ceilings.. from staring at actual vintage radios from the 70's to action figures on a shelf, to some random russian dolls, Big Bird next to my leg by the windowsill, and awesome signs everywhere). Me: Huh? Oh yes, how are you doing? (stares off into some dream world). Her: What?.. ugh. This place reminds me of someone's toy chest from the 80's which exploded and magically stuck to the walls. There is probably not 1 inch of free space as this cozy little restaurant (prob seats 30 max) has vintage/old school items everywhere. The men's restroom is super tiny but has Marilyn Monroe paintings everywhere. Ok a bit side tracked... to the food we go. This place which is BYOB (no alcochol served here) apparently encourages you to use a coupon which you can find online. The online coupon is buy 1 entree get 1 free; however, you need to spend at least $15 total dollars which isn't hard to make. 2 entrees, 2 apps, and 1 drink does it. Entrees range around $7 dollars. We ordered the Thai Chicken Fried Rice and the Pad Khee Mao (spicy). These were pretty authentic.. a lil bit on the sweet side, but still good nonetheless. We ordered two appetizers also, including the Cucumber Salad and the Shrimp Shumai. The Cucumber Salad was definitely great and healthy, while the shumai - just stay away from it. They were tiny, not authentic (but not horribly bad either). The service was great.. they refill water quick and the staff is very nice. I would definitely come back again... Give it try. Oh btw, their parking lot fits about 3 cars max (no joke), and street parking is metered.

    (4)

  • Sydney H.

    This is an adorable, quirky place and a favorite for Northwestern students. The BYOB policy is great, and the prices are doable even if you're on a student budget. Oddly, despite the fact that it's tiny, they seem to do well with groups. HOWEVER: This is not real Thai food--it is a very Americanized version of Thai food. It's heavy, sweeter than normal, and not spicy at all. It's more accurately described as some sort of Thai-Asian fusion. Their specialty is crunchy noodle dishes, which are just a strange combination of soggy deep fried noodle and crunchy deep fried noodle by the time they get to you. The panang curry and pad thai are ok, but too heavy and somewhat bland. Also, the wait staff is not particularly welcoming, friendly, or observant. Over the number of occasions I went there, I have been accidentally overcharged, left without service for twenty minutes after we finished the meal (with no apology), and they have taken a couple of my orders down incorrectly.

    (2)

  • Patrick B.

    I've been here twice, and both times I was satisfied with what I got/ it was really good for the price. I got the noodles with crushed peanuts last time (crushed peanuts was one of the ingredients ... I forget what the dish was called ... I preferred this dish), and the noodles panang with chicken this time. Another thing to note: the staff is friendly, and the decorations in the restaurant are very cute.

    (4)

  • Andy F.

    I give Cozy a mixed review. We really like their food and have been going there regularly for years. Haven't found a bad item on the menu. The food is great; good value and generous portion sizing. The decor is very unique - worth trying just for the crazy collections on the walls. They really lost me, though, with some terrible management decisions that are short-sighted and ridiculous: 1. They've started adding a 20% service fee on weekends, no matter the party size. I was there with 3 people and there is no mention of this on the menu or elsewhere. This practice is fraudulent and/or insulting. They said it was because some people don't tip. Hmmm. 2. I tried again a couple weeks later with a coupon for 1/2 off of an entree. However, they refused to honor it because we didn't mention the coupon at the time we ordered. The "manager" claimed that they couldn't "override" their own computer and had to enforce the rules. Really? This is their computer and their rules! Nonetheless, the food is good and I'll continue to use their prompt carry-out service. It will be a long time before i dine-in here again, though. ...would have given 5 stars if I wrote this 2 months ago.

    (3)

  • Ameed M.

    The food is mediocre, but service is terrible especially on busy nights. Our group of 5 went here for a little reunion get together, and we basically were kicked out for not eating and paying quick enough. We waited for about 10 minutes for a table (not terrible), but then it took 15-20 minutes to get us our menus. The waitress claimed they had a reservation waiting for our table as soon as our food came out and asked us to pay quickly. None of us believed that a restaurant would do that so we kept trying to enjoy our meal. Finally, she brought over the group of Northwestern undergrads that wanted our table to stand around our table as we were all finishing our meals. The waitress/host then threatened to call the police if we didn't leave right away. She was the rudest person I have encountered at a restaurant and I don't plan on going back.

    (1)

  • Chris W.

    The decor is great. I love checking out the Pez dispensers, and lanterns. The food is decent. I haven't had a lot of experience with Thai but I don't see a reason not to go back. I usually get the Pad Khee Mao and our table always orders the Crab Rangoon. I'm not sure if I currently know a better place right now for Crab Rangoon. My only complaint is the waiters are sometimes slow and forgetful. My party sat down and looked at the menu to decided what we were going to eat and we had all closed out menus in hopes that the wait staff would notice that we were ready to order. They looked over a few times but never came over until we said something. Out party had 3 diet cokes and 2 green teas ordered but they never showed up. We had to have them remove it from our check. When the food was order, it did come fast. I guess that means the kitchen staff knows whats going on.

    (4)

  • Tracy L.

    My boyfriend and I google-mapped some restaurants and initially went here because the name sounded so cute. We weren't wrong -- the inside is so kitschy and retro. There are pez dispensers, toy robots, lunch boxes, and license plates all over the walls. There are also little toy machines that take quarters. I got the pad thai, which was delicious and a steal at $7. My boyfriend got the dumpling noodles which came with so much food (noodles, dumplings, bbq pork) that he had to get a takeout box. Pretty cheap for the amount of food they give you. My only complaint is that the tables are pretty small and close together, so we kept getting distracted by the conversation of the couple next to us. (This might not be a bad thing; it was a bit interesting, and we didn't feel thaaat creepy because we couldn't help but hear.)

    (4)

  • Laura K.

    Cozy is a BYOB gem. It's become our Friday night date night spot. There's a great liquor store right across the street. For around $20, we share an appetizer and each have an entree. I have tried many selections on their menu and have yet to be disappointed. On Friday nights, the trick is to get in before all the Northwestern Students with their cheap bottles of wine create a line out the door. The waitstaff is friendly and fast. They do a great job of managing crowds, always getting our order right and they thank us for coming in. Although the employees are rushing around to fulfill the restaurants needs, we have never felt rushed during our meal or when we have sat for awhile to talk afterwards while finishing our liquor store selections. The decor makes this place one of a kind. I tell everyone about Cozy!

    (5)

  • Zelda C.

    I came here with two friends ~8pm on a Friday night and found it packed. We were willing to wait 20 minutes for a seat but didn't expect our food to require double that amount of time to come. The waitress seemed to completely forget about us and when we asked her where our food was she said it was cooking (it took another 20 minutes to 'cook'). In between, we saw the carryout driver go out three times with at least 4 orders in hand each time. It took them 40 minutes to bring just two of the three plates out to us. Another awkward 10 minutes went by before I got my Noodles Panang. The dish was not impressive with half the noodles soaked in sauce, soggy instead of crispy. After this whole ordeal I can say I am not coming back here to waste an hour waiting on mediocre Thai food.

    (1)

  • Akta D.

    This is a solid restaurant! My friend and I went there for dinner last night. We got the pad see ewe and the Pad Prik with tofu. Both were absolutely delicious! The pad prik had a bit too many green peppers and I was expecting some long beans but it's all good. The dish was great and spicy! The rice was cooked perfectly. I would defintely go back some time soon for the price.

    (4)

  • Shradha A.

    In Evanston, this is my second favorite noodle place after Thai Sookdee. Their food is great and the service is fast. Most importantly, decently priced. PLEASE PLEASE don't give in to going to Joy Yee's!! Come HERE!!! (And no these people didn't pay me to say that haha) I like almost eveything that I've tried here. And they're BYOB (although I dont drink it's great for my friends)

    (5)

  • Julie R.

    Looove Cozy. The food is decently priced and just the right size portion wise. I would definetly reccomend eating family style. They have so much to offer, I wouldn't want to limit myself to an entire plate of pad thai. We always start off with the sampler appetizer plater. Comes with a handful of deep fried tofu triangles, baby spring rolls, crab ragoon, and pot stickers. The two dipping sauces (soy sauce based and sweet and sour) are great. As for the entrees, I've tried pretty much tried half of the menu at one time or another. My top choices are chicken pad thai, rama chicken (chicken and broccoli with peanut sauce), lad nar (crispy noodles in a brown sauce), and the spicy chicken (resemblance to an orange chicken or general tao). Overall great Thai place to go to in Evanston. Parking is plentiful-metered parking, the decor is fun vintage toys and fixtures, and the food is always fresh. Don't forget to snag some fruit chew candies on the way out! :)

    (4)

  • Melissa F.

    I'm not changing the rating, but I am updating just to say that I'm still sort of in love with this place. Their lunch specials are hella cheap (I'm not from NorCal, but my cousin, Jacob F is, so that counts...?). They don't permit substitutions, but as far as I'm concerned, choosing between a spring roll, a summer roll, and cucumber salad (so light and good) to start isn't bad. They did charge me for two Diet Cokes, grumble grumble, but they're not exactly making as much money as they would at dinner time. I have to give a special mention to Pad Prik. Do you like spicy food? Do you really like it? Good, you'll get through about half of it, and then you'll want the fire department's assistance. Part of me wants to say it's too spicy, but then another part of me yells at me for being a huge wuss, so I don't know what to tell you. It's bursting with flavor and well-cooked veggies, so I'd recommend it, but know what you're getting into. [Ominous music.]

    (4)

  • Grace P.

    We have only gotten take out once, but it was excellent! The delivery was fast, the food was hot, and we plan on going in to eat there in person sometime soon. The crab rangoons might be the best I have ever had, the fried rice, and panang curry noodles were also exceptional. We got a free order of pot stickers for spending a certain amount, they were the only thing that was just mediocre. I got a good amount of spice on my rice (which I requested) which was a nice surprise. So often with other restaurants I request spicy, and get incredibly weak spice. Overall we loved the food, and can't wait to try more things on the menu.

    (4)

  • Dan A.

    Your in Evanston, hungry and only have 10 for lunch but don't want some greasy burger or anything fried. Head to Cozys. You will not regret it. Staff is nice and know how to handle the lunch crowd. I've always been been seated and served in about 30min. Food is great and fresh. I've only had lunch at Cozys, so can only speak to that menu. Ginger chicken is nice and not too spicy. Ive had a few other items but can't remember the names. All lunch specials came with a choice of spring rolls or egg rolls and miso soup.

    (4)

  • Trisha F.

    Really good food, charming atmosphere, but terrible terrible service. Multiple times I've been asked to leave the restaurant before I finished my food because they have people waiting for a table. So rude.

    (2)

  • Sandeep P.

    I came here with a group of about 11, and while I think this might be an OK restaurant, you'd have to be crazy to want to come here over the plethora of great Asian cuisine available in Evanston. Why? Glad you asked! Here are some reasons: 1. The tables. The chairs. I honestly think I would have been more comfortable at a picnic table. The tables, knockoff-antiques, have some sort of fancy cast iron legs which, by some strange coincidence, also make it IMPOSSIBLE for *anyone* (not even the 5'2" girls in my group) to comfortably fit behind them. 2. The drinks. I didn't personally order any, but from what the two people who did order told me, they were over-sweetened and otherwise subpar 3. The food. Now this is a death knell if there ever was one in Evanston. I ordered the Pad Khee Mow (or however this particular restaurant spells it), a particular favorite of mine at Thai restaurants. The portion was almost all green beans (bleh) and gigantic under-cooked chunks of bell pepper. Even when you found some meat or noodle, it was simultaneously bland but spicy. I think they've mastered an art no one was asking for? 5. Portions. I was so unfulfilled from my entree and drinks that I almost immediately (within 5 minutes of getting home) went to 7-11 to get a snack to preempt the incoming munchies. Very disappointing when I just spent $10 on a meal at 9pm. Overall, Cozy is not a *bad* place to eat, but when a BYOB can't even make the food enjoyable, I think you know it's not a great choice.

    (3)

  • Nick m.

    Great food, TERRIBLE service. I asked for the Wi-Fi password and the server, hostess, and 3 other fucks standing around said they "did not know the password." When I asked who would know...no clue. Food is good. But all around, they need an attitude adjustment. The four stars is due to the food being good.

    (4)

  • Allison S.

    Decent thai food. I like that they have low carb options like chicken and broccoli. There noodles are all really good, I love there pad thai, and pad see ewe. Lots of good fried appetizers, mini spring rolls and ocean shrimp are good. Also the chicken satay! I love that it is BYOB but its so overcrowded with underage people celebrating birthdays, if you aren't in a big party, its so noisy. The delivery is always great and prompt, and cozy will always be an evanston staple and my go to byob thai place.

    (3)

  • skip l.

    This place is a storefront on Davis Street, near Bill's Blues -- when we couldn't get in to there, we defaulted to this place, across the street. As we were shown to a table in the back, my eyes spot a BIG plate of meat in front of another diner. Turns out it's Mongolian beef, served on crispy rice noodles -- and is every bit as good as it looked: salty, rich onion flavor. (They also gave me a bowl of white rice). Others had Pad Thai, which they enjoyed -- it not extrordinary but good. But there's another entire reason for going. Have trouble with conversation? The toy-covered walls will provide endless opportunites for comments, reflections, family history etc. Ideal for families with kids, for couples on first dates, and for shy folks.

    (3)

  • Bora U.

    I cannot believe that I've been working in Evanston for 6 months and haven't been to Cozy Noodles until last week! Cozy Noodles is a cute little Thai restaurant right off of the Davis Street Metra stop. I went for lunch and the restaurant was packed but service was quick. My friend and I did the lunch special - soup, appetizer, and entree for $5.95! Ridiculous! I got the Pad Khee Mao as my entree and my friend got the dumpling noodles. The soup and appetizers (choice of spring or egg rolls) came out immediately after the waitress took our order. Our entrees came shortly thereafter. The portion was so large and I liked that there were a lot of fresh veggies in my dish. My friend's dish was different - I can't say I was a fan, but it was decent. I look forward to coming back with my co-workers or trying it out for dinner with a cheap bottle of wine.

    (4)

  • Vittorio P.

    Worst Thai food we've ever had. The only reason we went here was for the Yelp good ratings, we're so disappointed! I really hope these people don't write the reviews by themselves. Tom Kar soup was orrible. Curly Pad Thay orrible. Chicken Pad Thai orrible. all was dressed with an orrible dark orange sauce that didn't let you feel any other flavor. At the end I felt sick with my stomach and had to take 2 tums arrived home. Service was bad, I asked the waiter to keep the menu and he took it away. then when food arrived he was talking over my Pad Thai waiting for me to finish the soup (the food is all prepared in advance and arrives in 3 minutes), I had to ask him "don't talk on my food!" and he didn't even apologize.

    (1)

  • David B.

    I'm just rediscovering my love for BYOB. Cozy really fit the bill in helping rekindle that love. There are not a whole lot of frills to Cozy, which might help explain why it was so busy on my last visit. Its simple and to the point. The food is easily the main attraction. This last visit my wife and I split the Shumai, BBQ Pork & Brocolli and this Chicken dish that had basil and jalapeno in it. Everything was just great. Prices were really good too. Service is efficient the environment is passable. The decor makes this place stand out in a kitschy way. I can see people loving it or hating it. I thought it was fun, looked like a plastering of random trinkets that could be found at a flea market or some random old memorabilia shop.

    (3)

  • Duncan C.

    Comfort food, Thai style: not cutting-edge but consistent, ample, and inexpensive. Carry-out and delivery are both quick, and service for eating in is decent too. I wouldn't come here for a relaxing evening-long dinner, but for a quick reliable yummy lunch or dinner, definitely. Love the crazy noodles and like the Thai Spicy Basil -- but be warned that it is seriously SPICY! Recommend.

    (4)

  • kevin c.

    I know what you're thinking ... "another Thai place?!" But you have to understand that Cozy Noodle is the ultimate choice for Thai food in Evanston! Their dishes have never, ever let me down in flavor or portion size. The seasoning is always spot on ... savory and subtly sweet just like it was intended to be. And the amount of food they give you for like, 7 bucks -- AMAZING! how do these guys make money?!! I'm a fast eater with a big ol' appetite, but it seriously takes me like 40 minutes to work on one plate of crispy pad thai (try it out, it's their own spin on a classic -- wide rice noodles, pan fried til crispy).

    (5)

  • Special K.

    BYOB baby!! Brought a friend here and we nailed the perfect BYOB place and closed it down and they were very friendly for how late we stayed but we couldn't help it. Captain Morgan....hum kinda abused the BYOB on that one but they brought us coke (the pop) food was great and lets say awesome for that price. The toys covering all the walls were a trip and we couldn't stop reflecting and talking about our childhoods. So if you wind up bringing a date here I could see that scoring you major points for deep conversation.

    (4)

  • Amy Y.

    Cheap but crappy food - the wide noodles and like giant hard thick crackers, and and curries are so bland sometimes I think it's cooked in flavored water. The vegetables have a tendency to be either under or overcooked, and the flavors don't come together at all. You can get better result by buying a bottle of paste, mix some coconut milk, and it will taste 10x better. Only positive is that they have good delivery, even during lunchtime, so our work gets them for us. If I had to pay, I would never come here.

    (1)

  • Eve V.

    Cozy?!? It is indeed. It's small, clean, well-lit and adorable with the quirky knickknacks. The walls are lined with vintage gas lamps, pez dispensers, retro signs, bobbing head pendants and vintage lunch boxes. It's darling! Food: Noodles are the way to go here. Pad Khee Mao : delish Basically, the dishes that are fried to crisp perfection and then dunked in a curry sauce. Plus: the crispy noodles stay crispy all the way from start to finish... I hate it when crispy noodles get soggy, don't you? The mixed noodles dishes are just okay... the ones with curry and crispy wide noodles are two steps better. Service here can be a little lax... we've had our receipts mixed with another table's during an empty lunch hour! Haha. We couldn't locate the wait staff so we switched with the other table ourselves. But it's okay because the retro curio, great prices and yummy crispy noodles make up for it. Tips: go to the website for coupons to use for take-out, lunch prices and portions are really reasonable... and will fill you up until way beyond dinner time.

    (4)

  • John C.

    Seriously. What is not to like about Cozy? Funky little Thai place with solid food. Is it the best Thai food I've ever had? No, but it consistently good and one of the best value meals I think you can find in Evanston. Take a look at the lunch special menu and tell me where your going to find food that tastes this good at those prices. Cool and fun ideas on decorating the interior (check out all the pictures) and a young college student/young professional clientele gets this place surprisingly crowded at times. Service? - very quick and efficient even though it's a little sterile. I'll be back.

    (3)

  • Liz J.

    The quest for decent Thai delivery to Rogers Park continues. And we continue to be unsatisfied. I decided to be creative and try their crispy pad thai. It was ... really strange. The noodles were wide and, well, HARD. Like difficult to chew. The lady had crazy noodles which she was underwhelmed by. Fast delivery through GrubHub.

    (2)

  • Miri R.

    I miss this place so much! When I lived in Evanston, I would order from Cozy a few times a month - sometimes once a week. They had Caller ID and always remembered my custom order. They usually delivered it in less than twenty minutes. Their reusable containers were completely stuffed with my order - and I still have a stack of those containers that I use all the time. I only actually ate at the restaurant twice and I remember it being small but packed with great old toys and lunch boxes all along the walls. I loved the huge Elvis, too. Oh how I wish they'd deliver to San Jose!

    (5)

  • Sarah W.

    I probably have eaten here more that 25 times. My family also rented out the side room for my baby shower with more than 15 guests using a pre-planned menu. Everyone loved the place. Cozy Noodles offers very tasty Thai food consistently. We enjoy their Pad Thai, which I think is excellent although one of my friends does not enjoy it, and their Pad See Ewe, which is what I usually get at most Thai restaurant. My husband loves their Panang Noodles because they are crispy. I can also try bites of that dish from him because it's not that spicy compared to others I have sampled. We like their lunch specials because you get a little appetizer and a lunch-sized portion. Regular portions are usually enough for two meals. The decor is hilarious. I love how the owners leave small "offerings" to the large Elvis and to a small shrine in the window. One of our "the usual" kind of restaurants.

    (5)

  • Rish N.

    Cozy is always satisfying. I love coming here for the consistency and for the atmosphere. The food is always good! I love their decor by the way, the place is covered with vintage toys!

    (4)

  • Jonathan H.

    Just to let you know, I was on the fence of giving this place 3 stars. I was thinking it deserved better, but after going a couple times, the food wasn't as good as I thought it'd be. I've passed by this place dozens of times and never knew that it was a Thai place!! Seriously if you look at the pictures and sit in the restaurant, you'd think it was a collector's store. The store's novelty was entertaining at first, but I was sad that the quality of food didn't really live up to my expectations. The past couple times I've been there I got a chance to taste the pad thai, pad see ewe, thai basil leaves, red curry and some appetizers...so I'll be giving you a quick rundown... Pad Thai - Normally a staple for Thai places. I was not impressed with the Pad Thai, a yellowish color and lack of an original Pad Thai taste. Seemed like they were trying to give it a little twist but I'd say it was unsuccessful. Pad See Ewe - Decent and your average pad see ewe dish with the chinese broccolis and thick noodles. Not bad and I might think of getting it if I went there again. Thai Basil Leaves - Pretty good basil taste with ground chicken and green peppers. Goes well over rice and not a bad dish, but not amazing. Red Curry - Your average red curry, but too milky and not enough spice. Didn't seem like they let all the flavors cook together for that long... Appetizers: Spring Rolls (lunch) - Don't get these, soggy and not as refreshing as you would want... Egg Rolls (lunch) - surprisingly good and crunchy with a good sauce. All in all a cute place to eat, but if you're looking for some real authentic Thai food in Evanston, I would look elsewhere; Siam Pasta's my pick right now.

    (3)

  • Neha N.

    Well hello there green curry....you are my new favorite! Cozy doesn't dissapoint whether it is take out or dine in. I went on a Friday night where it was PACKED and still ended up getting good food relatively quickly. Also, they freshly prepared the green curry without fish sauce, which so FEW thai restuarants do these days. The place is a little noisy because it's so busy, but oh well. The staff is nice and really make you feel like your business is wanted. Don't prepared to be wowed by the decorations...they are toys covering about every inch of the wall. A little weird for a Thai place, but the other Cozy location looks exactly the same.

    (4)

  • Lesley A.

    Crazy Noodles. Order the Crazy Noodles. You can't go wrong with them. At least, that's what I finally learned from my friends who love going to Cozy Noodles & Rice. The first two times I came here, I ordered the wrong things and pretty much ate the equivalent of instant ramen noodles, sans broth, with barely any barbecue pork on top. I disliked my first two visits so much I didn't plan to come back here. But I gave it a try three years later. Crazy noodles are wide noodles (think pad see eiw) with chicken, two pieces of shrimp, and vegetables for $7.50. You can also order it with more shrimp for $8.25 - not bad for price! The dish was appetizing and a good size. I was also pleased that they put carrots in the dish, which I normally do not see in Thai noodle dishes. What really impressed me about Cozy was the quick service. We had to catch a movie ten minutes after my arrival at the restaurant. As soon as I sat down, they took my order, and came out with my dish in FIVE minutes! This is a great place to go if you're in a rush and want real, non-fast food. It's also two blocks from the Evanston Century movie theater so it's a great place to go for dinner and then a film. I just hope that next time when I come here, I'll have time to look at the interesting decor of yellow walls, vintage lunch boxes, and shelves and shelves of Pez dispensers!

    (3)

  • Tarra T.

    Solid Thai place! BYOB which is awesome and on Sunday's you buy one entree get the second 1/2 off. They've got your basic selection of Thai dishes and they are pretty quick with the service. They do deliver and they take credit cards. Good spot for a cheap dinner and good time.

    (3)

  • Hula B.

    my go to place for carry-out/delivery on chicago's northside rogers park area. plus they have on-line ordering. yeah!

    (3)

  • Andrew J.

    Arguably, the best collection of 70s and 80s era lunch boxes in a Thai restaurant....evar. Go for the green curry (my oh my, so delicious--and what large portions!), stay to gawk at the kitch! Cozy kitch, that is! Go!

    (4)

  • Mike J.

    Very nice Thai place with friendly staff and decent food. Love their colorful interior. I recommend trying one of their Thai Curries (especially the green one) and Bubble tea (the green tea one is my favorite) - both are delicious. Also, it's a BYOB, which makes it a good place for informal gatherings. My only complaint is that the place does not accept coupons once the check is on the table, i.e. you have to mention that you have one when making an order.

    (4)

  • Kent B.

    This is a small restaurant, with closely spaced tables and two rooms. There is a small secondary room on the west side of the restaurant. The decor is young, with wall shelves containing metal toys, knick knacks, table radios and license plates. The tables are covered in ceramic tile. The decor is rustic--not polished and a bit dirty. The 100 year old entry door probably has 50 coats of paint on it. There are two small bathrooms located in the rear of the main dining room and next to the furnace. The bathroom's exhaust fan grille was loaded with dust and dirt. Parking is metered--street only, which is typical of the area. The food is served on square, white plates and made a nice impression. The serving size was small compared to other Asian restaurants in the area. Our meals were nicely prepared and tasted good. I had the Garlic Chicken Noodles and if you like garlic, you won't be dissapointed. The hostess is an attractive woman wearing a cleavage revealing dress that may have been the highlight of the evening. If you're into young, hip and cleavage, this may be the place for you. If you're into food, neat and clean, you may want to look elsewhere.

    (3)

  • Reed V.

    Awesome! I went for the first time a few days ago after a Northwestern bball game and had the Pad Thai, which was delish. Great atmosphere, good service, decent price. I will be going to other Cozy's in Chicago and trying some different stuff. Also, and I didn't take advantage of this yet, but it's a BYOB!

    (4)

  • Jade T.

    In the mood for a cheap, yummy lunch? For $5.95 you can choose from over a dozen dishes with a side of spring roll, egg roll, or cucumber salad. I ordered the Lard Na, which oddly came with crispy fried noodles. When I mentioned to the server that I thought it would come with soft noodles, she promptly apologized and replaced my dish without any hassle. The dish comes with crispy noodles unless requested. The Lard Na itself was delicious and the portion was huge for lunch. However, considering the name of the restaurant, I wished my dish had a bit more noodles. (If you're not familiar with Lard Na, it is similar to Chinese Chow Fun: it's stir-fried rice noodles with choice of meat or tofu and vegetables in a brown gravy. Yum.)

    (4)

  • Matt M.

    this little place is full of yummy, comforting dishes. i have gone with groups and also just with my partner. it is a nice spot for friends, but also an inexpensive, fun date night. i think my favorite thing on the menu (that i've tried so far) is the tom kar soup. it is a spicy coconut soup that i have ordered as a dinner sized portion with tofu several times. it is creamy like a bisque, and the galanga root seasons similarly to ginger, but with more complexity. the menu can read a little generic, that is, many of the descriptions can seem very similar. but we've found that each dish has it's own specific qualities that make it special. every time we've been, the place has been so busy that i can't say i've felt comfortable taking up too much of the wait staff's time by asking them questions. just rated on aesthetics alone, Cozy could easily take five stars. collections of kawaii and kitsch, the walls are packed with collectible figurines, plush toys, lunch boxes, paz dispensers and other over-the-top whimsy.

    (4)

  • Howard Z.

    Very flavorful .... Not fancy ... Excellent food and service

    (5)

  • sandra w.

    Cozy Noodle lives up to it's title. I was in Chicago visiting my boyfriend and wanted to try something that I've yet to experience in Cincinnati and Cozy Noodles did the trick. Outside looking in it didn't really seem to be as packed as it was once we stepped into the door, but we were so tightly seating that I could easily participate in the conversation of the people next to me...and they wouldn't have cared anyway. That was awesome! The food was great. I got the panang curry which was pretty close to heaven...the mixture of spices and coconut was perfect. The boyfriend stuck to an old favorite of spicy chicken which, when I tried had me in tears. It's a great place to venture with friends even better to meet new people, but if you're looking for an intimate place Cozy Noodles isn't the place.

    (4)

  • Janice W.

    The place is bright and clean and is decorated in a very kitchy way. I thought all the food was too sweet but everyone else loved it. It's not bad - just wasn't amazing. But it's probably a good place for families or groups, especially if some in the group aren't familiar with Thai food.

    (3)

  • Tammy Q.

    WTF, Cozy Noodles??? I've never had tom yum soup come out super red, thick and sweet! I ordered pad thai (which you can never get wrong) and it was not only sweet but soggy (which is a big no no). My friend ordered lard nar with crispy noodles and those noodles were beyond crispy, we couldn't even eat it. Ugh - what a disappointment for what I thought was a gem of a place in Evanston.

    (1)

  • Craig S.

    I want desperately to give them more stars, but I can't betray my gut. We went to this place a long time ago when they first opened up (no nice awning or kitschy decoration at the time) and loved it. Food was of the super yummy variety and the family feel of the place, with the owners son running up and down between tables, was perfect for us. Fast forward to this past Saturday and, sadly, disappointment. The decor of the place is very fun, with a huge collection of Pez dispensers, old radios and other kitsch lining the walls. Service was ok, slow at times and SUPER SLOW when we tried to get the check (we were rushing off to a movie, which we relayed to the waiter to no avail). I had the special, fried wide rice noodle pad thai with tofu, that I found to be underwhelming in the flavor department and kind of irritating to eat . My friend had a mixed veg plate with gravy & brown rice that, according to her, was "missing something that I can't quite put my finger on". I can - FLAVOR! Her husband had a broccoli beef meal that,after he doused it in hot sauce, was pretty good. Beef was well cooked and not fatty or stringy. Portions are good sized and nicely presented on the plate. Egg rolls were good, crispy and not too oily. I expect strong exciting flavors when I go out for Thai, but, unfortunately, they weren't present in our meals. Hopefully I caught them on a bad night and my next try will be different. Hopefully.

    (3)

  • Jims L.

    I love Cozy Noodles! The restaurant has good lunch specials, and good coupon deals that you can find on their website.. I agree that their decor is anything but Thai but it's all still so cute and, needless to say, cozy. Their portions are generous and their regular prices cheaper than other Thai restaurants around. Their dumpling noodle was a disappointment - my dish came with a single dumpling. But I do like their pad thai - flavorful.

    (5)

  • Suzanne P.

    This is such a fun place to grab a quick meal in Evanston. You walk in an immediately are struck by their crazy decor. It's kind of awesome. There are license plates from every state on the wall, hundreds of pez dispensers on shelves, lunch boxes, and many other knicknacks across the restaurant. The food is good...not the best Thai that I've had in the Chicago area, but it's not bad either. The service is usually fine, not great. I opt for a variation of one of their curries, which never disappoints, and their pad thai is great too. The only bad thing is that I usually end up here with a group and they won't split up the check, so make sure you bring cash with you! Also, it is BYOB so that's always a nice option to have!

    (3)

  • Jane W.

    Writing this review as I'm eating delivery from Cozy. Decided that compared to the other bajillion Thai places in Evanston, Cozy is definitely one of the best in terms of quality, taste, quantity, etc. (Read original review for details)

    (4)

  • Norman M.

    I give Cozy's a top rating for excellent food quality, value and a quaint setting. I usually start off with the cucumber salad, fried egg rolls and beef broccoli. I add a heap of those jalapeños in a vinegar solution. Sometimes I order basil chicken and a satay dish. I could eat here 2-3 x per week. I need to experiment and try other menu items. A must visit for Thai cuisine.

    (5)

  • Ryan Y.

    my friend refers to this place as: "oh, the place with toys & vegetables?" haha he's quite a guy.

    (4)

  • Stephen A.

    Awesome place with cute, kitschy décor. License plates and Pez dispensers abound, which really match the casual vibe of the restaurant. Really cheap noodles that are delicious and really wonderful service. I've been here with one other person and I've been here with larger parties of 6+ and the service has always been really good. They do a good job of being accommodating--except when it comes to splitting the bill. Don't think they split more than 2 ways, so for those larger parties, plan to pay one of your friends for putting it on his/her card.

    (4)

  • Stephanie C.

    Cute little Thai restaurant located a little out of the way. The decor inside is cute and quirky, and the BYOB policy attracts a lot of students and groups of men. I got the Pad See Ewe, which was delicious and not too pricey (~$8). Service was quick, and I think I'll come again to try some of the other dishes on the menu. Cozy has hard competition, though, as Thai Sookdee is one of my favorite restaurants eve, and I have little incentive to travel farther south to Cozy when Thai Sookdee is so much closer!

    (3)

  • Sara A.

    We've been going to Cozy Noodles for the past 11 years, and we have always loved it. The food is good, inexpensive and we know we're going to get the same quality every time. We usually get take out, which has always been speedy and accurate. When we've eaten in the restaurant the service has been fast. The servers aren't overly friendly, but that doesn't really bother us. It's usually pretty full on the weekends, so get there early if you want a table and plan to be seated pretty close to your neighbors. Our favorites are the Panang chicken curry, Dumpling Noodles (I usually ask for extra dumplings) & Cashew Chicken. I love their Wonton Soup. It is so tasty and delicious. And all their spring rolls are very tasty as well. Their Pad Thai is also very good. The only reason i don't give five stars is that after 11 years, not much has changed on their menu.

    (4)

  • Amy L.

    Cozy is super cute! My theory is that a vintage collector procured so many neat items that he had no more room for, that he decided to open up a whole establishment to display his treasures. Traditional, feel-good noodle dishes as well as interesting original creations are presented just as artistically as the restaurant. The taste is also excellent, and the waiters are open and friendly. Charming and unique, yet nostalgic and homey. Great place to go with friends.

    (5)

  • Aditi R.

    This place is exactly what it's name implies. I live just around the block but finally tried it 4 months after moving here. I loved it, portions were good, def enough to have leftovers for another meal. The shrimp cakes were great and so were the drunken noodles. And omg the Thai iced tea comes in the cutest ever mason jars! See pic! The decor is freakin awesome I love love love the tables. Service could be better though I felt my server was kinda checked out and not really with it. I also felt she was rushing us a bit. That's the only reason for the 4 star but food was fantastic! Will def be going more often!

    (4)

  • Kristen S.

    I love Cozy - probably my favorite thai restaurant in Evanston - plus I have not gotten sick here from their pad thai, ever! Win win. I can only speak to the pad thai with tofu and the cucumber salad and both are just excellent! The lunch special is a great deal - try to order lunch sometimes. It's totally worth it. Service both in the restaurant and delivery are both prompt & polite. There are coupons in the orders most of the time (or you can print coupons off their website). Highly recommended!

    (4)

  • Ngoc H.

    The food here is pretty good and service is fast. The crab rangoon here is really good, doesn't tastes like other places. I don't stray far from what I usually get at Thai restaurants and that's the Pad See Ewe, delicious! The mini eggrolls that that give during lunch hours are phenomenal, I could sit there all day with a container full of them. Very big lunch special section by the way. They have a very unique interior, decorated with license plates from all over, It's fun to look at. An random little things everywhere, A definite in your face kind of decor. Parking is never really a hassle, meter parking can usually be found right in front, unless its summer, you may have to circle a few times.

    (4)

  • Erika M.

    I used to love Cozy Noodles but have been have had a few bad experiences lately. It seems like they can only make food extremely spicy or very bland. Some of their dishes they say they can make a little less spicy.. but instead come out extremely mild with no flavor at all.

    (3)

  • Bill D.

    love these guys, its fun to go there and experience their awesome decor, the lunch specials are really good for a reasonable price. we mostly get delivery from here, they have online ordering through grubhub which is a bonus. their drivers are really quick too because it always seems like they are here less than 20 minutes from the time we call. we always get pad woon sen with chicken or garlic chicken noodles. appetizers are great too. cucumber salad, pot stickers, shumai, really good crab rangoons. look for coupons on grubhub for free stuff.

    (4)

  • Angela W.

    I'm surprised to find Takoyaki here. They were great, and comparable to the ones I had in Japan. I liked the Pad Woon Sen, but I found the Garlic Chicken Noodle a bit too sweet.

    (3)

  • Marion P.

    I have finally figured out why their food always tastes fishy: They do add fish sauce even to their vegetarian dishes. You order your curry with tofu as a 'meat', you still get fish sauce all over everything. As if that isn't bad enough, they charge a one dollar surcharge when you order something without the fish sauce. Pay more - get less, I've never understood that logic. That being said, I like the food here a bit better than in the downtown location (albeit not as much as Thai Sookdee just around the corner), the lunch specials are very affordable, and even with the one dollar surcharge it's less expensive than some of the other Thai restaurants in Evanston.

    (3)

  • Dee W.

    Mediocre food - wasn't impressed by the pad thai or pad see ew or lad nar, however their pad prik and curries were incredibly spicy and required me to make more rice to sop up the spiciness! I've stopped by before for dinner since they're BYOB and food is well priced for the portions that you get. Since they're usually really crowded, we usually opt for delivery instead. Delivery isn't so bad and you can usually use those coupons that they mail to you or are also available online. Overall, it's pretty much our preferred Thai delivery place. However, they do have great lunch specials and their decor is uber cute. There was a wall covered with tin lunch boxes from the 80s. Sometimes, the food is a hit or miss, but not bad since it's in Evanston.

    (4)

  • Janet X.

    Okay, so I kind of get this. You take the tried-and-true Asian food-and-BYOB combination, and spice it up with a bit of whimsy. Basically, eight-year-old me would have a ball. But adult me is kind of confused. Am I supposed to be focusing on the rather mediocre food or on the fact that the owners basically bought up all the license plates and bobble-heads on this side of eBay? In short, a great place to take someone (or a group) you don't really know very well, because there's always going to be a conversation topic lingering on the next wall, but I wouldn't come here for the food.

    (3)

  • Kara S.

    I've eaten here about 3 times now and I can now pinpoint what I don't like about the food, it's just plain too sweet. I ordered Tom Yum Soup and that was the first impression I had. The soup itself had a nice mix of spices and veggies, but it's overcome by a too sweet taste.

    (3)

  • Erin C.

    So quirky. I always order one of the curries. Who can resist BYOB? The tables are a little close together, but its a friendly atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Alice Y.

    I didn't like this place. Yes, I am one of those people who judge a Thai restaurant by their pad thai, and I have to say Cozy failed the test. Their pad thai was overpoweringly sweet, and it was hard for me to finish it. I'll admit that I don't know that much about "authentic" Thai cuisine, but everyone knows what pad thai is more or less supposed to taste like in America, so it shouldn't be that hard to get right.

    (2)

  • Jesse M.

    Food is kinda oily. But for the price and portion, it's a good value. Like their decor, very fun and unique. You can bring your own drink, which is also a plus. Street meter parking.

    (4)

  • JP P.

    What really differentiates them from other Thai spots are the special items such as the crispy pad thai, crispy pad khee mao, and crispy pad see eiw - all of which are delicious. Definitely not the best, but better than average. It's a suitable local Thai spot for my new neighborhood, and I foresee myself ordering takeout from there quite often this year.

    (3)

  • Will M.

    I love the food... WHEN I EAT IN. Think twice about order in. It's a veritable nightmare of double talk. We have ordered the panang curry with 'wide egg noodle' three times (per the instruction of the hostess/dispatcher), and, yet again, we have to ask for a re-delivery because we end up with the wrong order. Every time we call to complain - and this is 3 times - we are talked over and treated as if it's our problem. It's generally a reasonable place WHEN EATING IN... as other reviews indicate, reasonable cost + quaint decor... but do not order in. TOO MANY HEADACHES!

    (2)

  • Peijun G.

    The food is great, and the size is great too. I like their room setup. The out desks are also fun.

    (5)

  • Jaime W.

    Are you hungover? Do you love pad thai? Then 5 stars. Are you sober? Do you love pad thai? Then 3 stars. Cheap, fast delivery. Do it.

    (3)

  • M R.

    Great lunch specials, very good prices. Indeed a cozy place.

    (4)

  • Sherry W.

    I realize this place already has great reviews, but thought I'd throw my 4 stars in here. Food: Very good. Tofu was cooked perfectly. Wasn't spicy enough for my taste (after asking for spicy) but no worries, they had plenty of extra chili garlic on the side. Location: Awesome. Right off the redline Davis stop. Great little shops around, a theater is in walking distance, ice cream shops close by for dessert. Across the street (which is KEY for a good BYOB joint) is a liquor store with a really nice (shall I say fine?) selection of wine. Just what I needed. Ambience: A pop culture palace. Absolutley love this concept. Very cool stuff - pez, robots, metal kids toys, cigar boxes, license plates, and oddly - only glass lamp lanterns. Very comfortable and very cozy (ha). I like this place because it was exactly what a restaurant should be. The servers were attentive, but not wanting to be your best friends, the place was small but not cramped, the food was excellent, but didn't break me. I can't wait to go back - I'm going to have to start making excuses to get to Evanston...

    (4)

  • Gregg C.

    Everyone at Northwestern raves about Cozy. I have never understood why. The location sucks -- it's a distance from campus and on the edges of downtown. Yes, the decor is fun and quirky, but it's better suited to a diner than a Thai restaurant. As for the food, the appetizers are passable, although they really overdo the cream cheese in the crab rangoon. But the entrees are mediocre at best -- the spices aren't great (they do not understand "spicy"), they skimp on the meat, and some of their combinations are just bizarre. Who else uses carrots in yellow curry? Service isn't great, either. If you're with a group, they will never bring all of your entrees at the same time. Never. Prices are better than Evanston's other Thai places, but then you get what you pay for. The one highlight: It's BYOB, and Evanston 1st Liquors is right across Davis. A few glasses of wine makes the food seem gourmet! If you're willing to go to the edges of downtown for Thai food, go to Ruby of Siam on Emerson. It's a little pricier but MUCH better.

    (2)

  • Chi M.

    This place has good food, as a matter of fact they have AWESOME food. Reasonable Lunch Specials, "cozy" fun bright atmosphere, great overall prices.... BUT TOO BAD THE CUSTOMER SERVICE IS ROTTEN! I don't care if a place has the best ambience and food, but if the people that run it are @ssholes, thats the dealbreaker. Imagine coming into a restaurant having a great day, looking forward to a great steaming spicy plate of Ginger Chicken with Rice, but the waiters/managers show more attention to the "regulars" acting as if you don't even exist. Kissing all their @sses, smiling at their regulars, and me and my buddy are sitting there getting told where to sit and where not to sit with such stoic cold attitudes. F@#k them. From now on, if I'm ever in the Evanston area for lunch I'll order takeout from them. :-)

    (2)

  • Lois A.

    I love Cozy! I work right next to it so I eat here a lot. The crispy shrimp pad thai is amazing. So amazing that five hours later heated up it tastes even better. I would love so much if this place was right down the street from me here in Chicago. Can't really BYOB while I'm working. I also adore the visual craziness of this place. Excellent spring rolls!

    (4)

  • Lauren J.

    Delicious! What a gem in Wrigleyville. My friend and I went on Saturday night at 9pm and were able to sit outside on the patio. We brought 2 bottles of wine...BYOB and no corking fee! Although we weren't adventurous and ordered the pad thai, it was AMAZING. We also ordered crab rangoon (again, not adventurous) but both things were absolutely amazing. I'm a fan and defintely going back!

    (5)

  • Luke S.

    I agree with the previous review, when I was a student in at NW I used to hit it up all the time! The food is good, but not great. The price is amazing. You can walk away stuffed for 6-7 dollars. It is also nice that it is BYOB. I love the Green Curry, Crazy Noodle, and the Baby Eggrolls. Give it a try if you want a good affordable meal.

    (4)

  • Annie W.

    Decent food with really good prices. The chicken pad see ew I ordered was pretty decent-sized, I finished the dish clean and didn't feel overly stuffed. It wasn't as oily as some other places have been but the flat rice noodles were pretty thick and not as soft. There was a small piece of beef that found its way in my dish too. The decor is really cute although it doesn't have anything to do with Thai since its walls were filled with retro American gadgets (think bobbleheads, pez dispensers, those square metal lunch boxes!). I would envision it to be really suiting for a breakfast/brunch place though. As others have remarked, the customer service is lacking! I went on a really cold night and they sat us near the entrance by the door. When we requested to sit in the back which had a few empty tables, they said that they were closing in 30 minutes so no. Doesn't make sense to me! The lady that handled our money was abrupt and rude, never saying thank you and they never brought us over our hot sauce after multiple requests!

    (3)

  • Ken G.

    Food is good. BYOB makes it very noisy during peak times. A little crowded but inexpensive food and fast service make it a convenient place to come to for a quick meal.

    (4)

  • Ryan O.

    Ive only had 2 things here. The pad se ewe, and the pot stickers. The reason Ive only had 2 things is because what I have eaten is delicous, and I dont feel the need to try anythign else. Our server said they were her favorite dishes there, and Im sticking with that. The prices are great, and the decorations/atmosphere are eclectic and fun.

    (4)

  • Sasha R.

    I'm a bit disturbed by Maggie E.'s experience here, and would most likely give a 1 star as well if I had been in that situation. Alas, based on my own experiences, and until the waitstaff at Cozy personally offend me, I'll have to give them four stars. This is due to their wonderfully kitchy decor, their reasonable prices, BYOB, and because I don't feel sick from MSG poisoning after stuffing my face (like I do at many other cheap Thai/Asian fusion restaurants).

    (4)

  • Andrew Y.

    One of the better Thai restaurants around. The Pad See Ewe is very good, and their curries are excellent. If you order by phone, make sure to tell them in advance that you have a coupon.

    (4)

  • Colleen R.

    Cozy has become one of my favorite lunch spots in Evanston. It's reliably cheap and tasty, the decor is bright and kitschy, and the speed of the service never fails to impress me. And it's a comfortable place (true to its name), whether you're dining alone or in a large group. Rock on, Cozy!

    (4)

  • Casia J.

    --I'm calling it 3.5 stars.-- I'm with Kate P. I've been going since it opened, I used to live a block away. I would have given it 3 stars up until a few months ago, but the last 2-3 times I was there the food seemed to have improved. The decor is great.

    (4)

  • Brenna O.

    Had a great experience at this Cozy Noodles in Evanston! I ordered fried tofu - so yummy and chewy! Unfortunately I can't remember exactly which chicken dish I ordered because there is a really large menu with lots of options to choose from. (Edit: It turns out I ordered Garlic Chicken Noodles.) My entree was semi-spicy and tasty and I made sure to tell the waiter beforehand that I did not want any fish sauce in my dish, and so it was delicious. It was so spicy that I needed something to cool my mouth, and their green tea ice cream was the best! I was dining alone and I wish I could have eaten the whole thing, but by the end of the meal the huge scoop of ice cream was just too much for me to consume. I was sad because I really had wanted bubble tea but it was not listed on their menu so I didn't think they had any. Of course after I paid the bill and walked out the door I saw they had a chalkboard sign listing all their bubble tea flavors! I wanted to smack myself on the forehead. I wish it had said it on their regular menu. You should go just for the entertainment value of looking at all the collectibles they have on the walls! From PEZ dispensers to lunchboxes to old radios, there's enough eye candy to keep you busy for your entire meal!

    (4)

  • Margo M.

    Pretty standard noodle joint. The egg rolls and pad thai are yummy, and the prices are good. They don't serve alcohol, but you can bring beer or wine yourself and they don't charge a fee. The ambiance is great though - if you go, make sure to check out the decor. Some of the craziest collections of stuff I've ever seen!

    (3)

  • Jenna C.

    Sorry, Cozy, you're downgraded to the take-out lunch designation. The last two times I came in I left feeling a little sick from too much fish sauce.

    (2)

  • V P.

    This is the first time I have ever written a negative review of a restaurant. I have gotten food here three times. The first time, it was actually pretty decent. The second time, I got food to go. I had to throw out the Thai ice tea- the most foul tasting concoction I have ever had. The entree was barely passable. Ok, so everyone has a bad day. Tonight I gave it another shot. The first thing that was terrible was the customer service. I came by myself, and there was one other table in the room of diners. After I ordered, a large group of people came in. Why exactly did their food come before mine? I cannot figure that out. Seems they forgot about little old me. My tom yum soup finally arrives 25 minutes later. I take one spoonful and cannot go on. It's like they dumped in a cup of sugar. I have had some pretty sweet-but still edible-tom yum before. I could not eat this. On a positive note, they did not charge me for this soup. My entree was pad kee mao. DO NOT ORDER THIS. When I have had this dish at other places, it usually has a nice mix of garlic, maybe thai basil, and perhaps some chili peppers. Their version was noodles with red pepper flakes dumped on it. I don't mind spicy, but I need some flavor with my spice. There was only heat and poorly cooked vegetables. The carrots were the worst. They were limp and horrible. I took a few mouthfuls, trying to scrape some of the chilli pepper off each mouthful. Finally, I gave up and asked for the check. I did NOT take home leftovers. I did stop for sushi on the way home. This is the worst Thai restaurant I have ever been to.

    (1)

  • Lena S.

    Cozy Noodle was a staple of our time in Evanston. Cheap, convenient, BYOB, relatively quick, always stuff to look at while you wait for your food (whether it's the lunchboxes, license plates, or NU undergrads born in the '80s dressed in '80s prom outfits). We couldn't stay away from the noodles panang and the tom khar soup. Pad thai is decent and the cashew chicken is great for a spicy fix. The red and green curry are better elsewhere, but the panang curry is delish. The food is definitely sweet, but that meant it is one of the few places I could eat without craving dessert afterwards. Portions are generous and they keep the enormous water glasses full. BYOB is an added bonus for impromptu celebrations as one of Evanston's only liquor stores is across the street.

    (4)

  • Shaun T.

    Anyone peering into the windows of this little nook might confuse it with a diner, with all the miscellaneous Americana lining the walls. I'm not sure what their decorator was thinking, but I certainly don't think "Thai" while I'm there. Looks are definitely deceiving! They passed my curry test with flying colors, delivering a flavorful and perfectly balanced Noodles Panang while I took a break from work. I cried, my nose ran, I was in utter bliss, and practically inhaled the dish in short order. I'm only sad that it's so far from work, because it makes a great cheap lunch! This is another company favorite, too. Sometimes we order for an entire conference room for those long grueling meetings; it's nice to have a little joy in the drudgery of boring specification overviews! Give it a shot, or two, or three, or...

    (5)

  • Keiko S.

    The food may be mediocre (3.5 stars at best), but it's perfect for students under a tight budget. Our favorite appetizers include spicy beef and chicken salads, and the entrees (curries, stir-fries, noodles, etc) are quite flavorful and well prepared. Generous portions, too. Not a fancy place, a bit tight, but has the unique decor of lunch boxes and pez dispensers. Can get really crowded, so it's always wise to make a reservation. BYOB.

    (3)

  • Emma O.

    Probably my favorite Pad Thai in town. Super fast, super delicious, and super inexpensive.

    (4)

  • Swapna P.

    My favorite Thai place in Evanston. It's quick, cheap, and a fun place to eat at. You can amuse yourself for a whole dinner just by taking in the thousands of old toys decorating the walls. Their food is quite flavorful and really filling. They don't overextend themselves like Joy Yee's, where a lot of their dishes tend to taste the same. Here, each dish is pretty distinct and well done. Service is pretty much what you would expect for a quick, casual, Thai restaurant catering mostly to college students.

    (4)

  • Larz F.

    Great food - great prices. Service is weird - sorry but that's the best way to describe it. Timing seems to be bad, but they are attentive, polite, and earnest. I've tried many things on the menu, but the Spicy Basil Leaves is outstanding and very authentic (a friend's mother-in-law from Thailand made some for us - and they were almost identical). Find myself dreaming about the food sometimes it's so good.

    (4)

  • Jesse S.

    I have had the opportunity to partake of Cozy's offerings on two occasions; once was delivery, enjoyed on a Friday evening over at my friend's house, sitting on the floor and watching episodes of The Office, and the most recent meal was enjoyed in-house with the company of a coupla jokers. The delivery experience was somewhat mediocre. I believe we had some form of curry with beef (not my first choice, but I'm an obliging guest) on top of these weird crunchy noodles. We had something else, too, a chicken dish of some kind, but I'm having trouble recalling it. The fact that I can tell you that my friend and I watched "Diversity Day" and the Dundee's episode leads me to the retrospective judgment that the company was more memorable than the meal. Not to denigrate my dinner companions, but my second meal at Cozy was far more noteworthy. The fried tofu--superb! The crab rangoon--above passable, but still can't compete with the cheese-filled perfection at Indie Cafe. Then it came time to order the entree--was just about to proclaim my desire for "green curry with tofu extra spicy" when one of my companions scooped my exact order. Going against my usual habits (typically in this case I would reconsider my meal), I stuck with the green curry, and am glad I did. With the first bite I was choking and gasping for air, reaching out to all of the 1970's-1990's cartoon characters looking down on me from their lunchbox homes that would hear me. FINALLY! a Thai meal with enough heat to make my eyes water! I felt appreciated, understood... like my desire to inflict self-pain during my dietary experiences was both intuited and valued. Extra spicy, you've delivered on your promise. Add to that the deliciously large chunks of vegetables, the crispy tofu, and peas! for the love of god peas! in the green curry soup, I was pleased as punch and quite soon after too full to finish. That said, I still can't wrap my mind around why they wrapped my leftovers in a plastic bag, tied it in a knot, and then put that in a paper takeout container. Imagine my surprise (bewilderment, confusion) when I went to reheat them for the next day's lunch. Hurm.

    (4)

  • Kristin B.

    Yum! I decided to order delivery from Cozy because of all the positive reviews on here...and now I can add my own positive review as well! I ordered the crab rangoon and spicy basil chicken....absolutely delicious! The spicy basil was definitely spicy enough and the chicken was ground, which I love. Prices are reasonable and delivery was fairly prompt....I will definitely continue to give Cozy my business!

    (4)

  • Tony T.

    The food is great, especially the Tofu Salad, but be wary of the service. Cozy is often busy (always a good sign a restaurant is doing something right), but the staff doesn't handle the dinner rush very well. I've experienced this several times. Just last week, I waited nearly 45 minutes for a simple two-entree take-out order. The wait staff was too flustered to even notice those of us sitting on the tiny bench near the register, with our hungry eyes getting bigger every time we saw someone else's plate carried past us. I asked once about my food and was told it would be out in a couple minutes. Fifteen minutes later I had to ask again -- and then a few minutes later it appeared, bagged and ready to go. I think it had been sitting in the kitchen for awhile and no one had noticed. When the place isn't busy, it's a restaurant I'd recommend for low-priced, delicious Thai food. If it's busy, though, I'd suggest thinking of a Plan B.

    (3)

  • Chris S.

    The food here is pretty decent but not the best Thai restaurant around. I give this place two stars because of my first (and last) experience here with the waitstaff. After finishing my dinner with my friends, I look at the bill and see that they have entitled themselves to a 20% tip...uh WTF? I should note that there were only three of us dining, so this was extremely unusual. The service was good and I would have gladly tipped very well but I was taken back by their audacity in tipping themselves (how about you let me be the judge of your tip, you know, it being my money and decision and all of those commonly held notions abut tipping?) These people think so highly of themselves that they GIVE themselves the highest possible tip...please people, this is a neighbourhood Thai restaurant, not a 5 star f***ing joint. Another thing that just irritates me is that they would not split the bill amongst our group. I was thinking wait, you tip yourself 20% and then don't even bother trying to earn the tip by doing me the favour of splitting the bill. This place is not worth your time, don't go here, you will leave feeling seriously angry.

    (1)

  • Jolene H.

    My friend suggested this place for affordable, authentic thai food. Hmm. I was a little skeptical, to tell you the truth. Had enough bad experiences with orange pad thai that smelt funny in chicago. But-what a surprise! The best thai food I've tasted so far. Great spring rolls! And the portions were just right-not overwhelming. The curry could have been better, but heck, I can't complain. Especially since the specials cost me only $5.95. What was icing on the cake? The super cool decor they have with collectible toys and posters. I wanted to take one home. almost did.

    (4)

  • Mandy K.

    I LOVE Cozy Noodles. The best Pad See Ew and lunch special around. For lunch you get miso soup, then choice of egg roll, cucumber salad or spring roll, then full noodle or rice dish, all for $5.95. Great deal! I highly recommend the Pad See Ew, Golden Noodles, Crazy Noodles or Fried Rice.

    (4)

  • Sarah E.

    Cozy is one of my Evanston favorites. It has a great atmosphere with nostalgic items like a million pez toys lining the walls. What's great about Cozy is the food - Americanized Thai food at cheap prices. Always enough to take home for another meal. Very fast service. I have never been disappointed and have tried a lot of the things on their menu. The curries are especially tasty. Great value for the many college kids in town.

    (4)

  • Kim C.

    I have never dined-in or visited the restaurant, so I can't vouch for the service or ambiance. However, the food is AMAZING! I don't know how I could have gone through my college years without my trusty Cozy deliveries. Everything is good, from the mild curry to the panang curry to the chicken satay to the pad see ew (YUMMY!) to the thai iced tea, I have always been immensely satisfied. Granted, they mix up your order sometimes (make sure to speak slowly, repeat yourself, and double-check your order at the end of the phone call), but that's just a minor detail completely overshadowed by the DELICIOUS FOOD! Now that I live downtown and have yet to find a suitable replacement for Thai goodness, I am definitely missing Cozy, the best Thai food I've had in the Chicago area.

    (5)

  • kim c.

    I give this 2 stars only because I didn't want to be too mean but it really only deserves 1 star - but it was just a horrible experience. We ordered for delivery - and I made sure to let them know we needed change for a $100 yet when the delivery driver arrived and my boyfriend asked her for change she said "oh a hundred dollars - I don't know if I have change." so I immediately piped up and said "I specifically told them on the phone that they needed to send a driver with change for $100." she then suddenly had change for us. I really HATE drivers who deliver food and somehow don't have the right change for you. NOTE TO DRIVERS - If you don't have the right change - then chances are I'm not going to tip you. Part of your job is having the correct change. jeez. I worked in a restaurant for YEARS - and having change was just a given. Anyway - on to the food. The baby eggrolls were ok - but definitely NOT great. The crab rangoon was so weird. Now maybe I am crazy - but all the rangoon I've had has pink imitation crab in it - I swear to god- whatever chopped meat was in there was gray and black. We threw it away. We also ordered the Spicy Fried Rice. I LOVE super spicy stuff - but this was so hot it was almost inedible. I don't want to have to drink a glass of milk after every bite. It was like they took one million red pepper flakes and just added it to the rice to make it "Spicy". AWFUL. Threw that away too. Honestly - I'm sorry for this review because it makes me feel mean - but given that I grew up in this area - I'm used to AMAZING food - and this was just NOT amazing. I'd pass Cozy up. sorry :(

    (2)

  • Richard K.

    4 Stars means I'm a fan, and I am. Went there on a rainy Saturday for lunch and had a wonderful time. Like another reviewer said, you can't go wrong with "crazy noodles". Good food, nice waitress, airy bright decor, and very good prices. Maybe if I went there 10 times I'd lower its rating because the food wouldn't be perfect every time. But I went there only one Saturday for lunch and had a great time and a great lunch. You'll enjoy it. Drop on by.

    (4)

  • B B.

    Good food (though on the sweet side)at very reasonable prices. You can eat yourself stupid on the cheap. Cozy serves very generous portions, and there's always enough for lunch (and sometimes another dinner) the next day. I'm a fan of the panang curry, specifically when it's delivered to my doorstep 10 minutes after I order it.

    (4)

  • Ann Y.

    This place is close to my work which is really the only reason I go here. I find the food to be average and even border bad at times. I ordered the dumpling noodles thinking that there would be several dumplings but there was only one. The pad thai is ok, but not special.

    (2)

  • Soo H.

    It's a Thai place in the US...so don't expect the food to be super unique. They've got the same thing every other Thai place has; prices are the same as every other Thai place. The food is a little better, but come on, Thai is Thai, unless you're in Thailand. The main reasons I like this place is because the ambiance is nice; decor is cute-kitschy w/out being lame; it's busy, but not too noisy; food comes out quick; the plates & glasses are simple and nice (none of that ridiculous patterned hard plastic stuff usually used at Asian restaurants) & the restaurant is clean. It's a good place to have a casual meal...even a date, without appearing to be a cheap bastard.

    (4)

  • Joel W.

    Food is good, prices are great. The service is interesting. If you go with a multiple person party, don't expect your food to come out at the same time. They have not figured that out as of yet. It is a good inexpensive restaurant.

    (4)

  • Emilio M.

    What a great idea! Why does every Thai place have to look "serene"? I dug the kitschy vibe. The price was excellent. The tab was less than 20 bucks for 3 people. Hurray! Very warm place. The staff was friendly, the clientele was all over the place, old dudes, thai couples, 20ishers, and a molding hipster (me). Blocks away from a great record store - Vintage Vinyl, the Davis stop on the purple line and the movie theatre. Accessible from farther points.

    (4)

  • Ryan F.

    Yum, just to cute and to delish. Too minutes to order and delish! whell chair accesibilyty is amazing, very wide entrance but the bathreoom is really tight and small

    (5)

  • Rick V.

    I had a really good BBQ Pork Noodle Soup here, and I also had fun looking at their collection of lunchboxes and PEZ dispensers while waiting for my food. I wouldn't eat here all the time (as I don't live in or frequent Evanston) but it was an enjoyable experience.

    (4)

  • Maggie E.

    I just had the worst dining experience of my life at Cozy Noodles and I feel the need to share. I went there for a friend's birthday. We were having a grand old time, we'd paid, but we were enjoying our wine, etc. when one of the waiters comes over and tells us we have to leave because there are people who need a table. We could see the door, there were about 4 people waiting and tables in the back open. But we said we'd be out in 5 minutes... As soon as that waitress walked away, a waiter walks up and tells us we have to leave. I informed him that we'd already been told we had to leave and we'd be out in a little bit. No more than 3 minutes later, the waitress came back and told us again we had to leave. At this point we were more than a bit offended. The waitress proceeded to go over and tell a group waiting for a table that we were the reason they could not be seated. She pointed to our table and made some angry remarks. No less than 3 more times the wait staff came over and demanded that we leave. If we were being obnoxious, I'd understand kicking us out. If we had been sitting at the table for 3 hours, I could understand kicking us out. But we were polite and had been there for 2 hours tops AND ordered 10 entrees + appetizers. Needless to say, I and my friends will not be returning to Cozy Noodles. I do hope they enjoy the loss of 10 potentially loyal customers.

    (1)

  • Alex W.

    Decorated like an antique shop this Thai place has great food and atmosphere. The Pad Thai is the cheapest in Evanston (by a dollar) but just as good as any other local place. As an added bonus this place is one of the only neighborhood BYOB restaurants and conveniently right across from EV-1 liquors.

    (4)

  • Bella D.

    Great place! Fun atmosphere! Lots of memorabilia and nostalgia from the decor. Love the appetizers - crab rangoon , egg rolls, and Pad See Eiw w/ beef.

    (5)

  • Robert V.

    Great place, have been there about 5 times and was never disappointed by the food. All dishes tasted so far were very tasty, cheap and quickly arrived at my table. Portions are generous too. Atmosphere is great for lunch, perhaps not to everybody's taste for dinner, but I like it a lot no matter when. Visit them!

    (5)

  • maggie d.

    I love Cozy Noodles to infinity and beyond. I will sing it's praises till the day I die. When I was a Northwestern Student, I would come here a couple of times a week some quarters. I love their Pad Thai and I have tried to find a good substitute closer to my house with no avail. I think I've tried 7 other Thai places and gotten nothing that would measure up. My only conclusion is that Cozy either: is the only place that can make Pad Thai correctly OR they make it wrong by putting their own spin on it. Quite frankly, I don't know and I don't care. I just love it.

    (5)

  • Daisy C.

    The collectiion of lunch boxes and other American kitsche creates a fun atmosphere and the food is terrific, too. I can't decide whether this or Siam Pasta is better...Suffice it to say they are both very, very good.

    (4)

  • Sydney V.

    I'd always loved the Cozy Noodle in Wrigleyville and this one is just as good. I like almost everything I've had and they deliver very quickly.

    (4)

  • Patti B.

    Cozy Noodle does amazing pad see ew - flavorful noodles, tender chicken, fluffy eggs, and generous portions of broccoli. I'll probably update this review when I try out their other dishes but so far consider me sold!

    (4)

  • Joyce Y.

    the cute decor and demure staff was not enough to make up for the food----absolutely the worst Thai food I have ever had in my life---and being from Hawaii and traveled through the east and west coasts of the US, I have tried quite a lot of Thai restaurants. everything we ordered, from the soup to noodle dishes was drenched in sugar---we had walked in hungry, but left most of our food on the plates and bowls. this ruined our evening. i'm sorry, but anyone who likes their food must a) not have any taste buds and b) not know what real Thai food is supposed to taste like this place was so bad that i finally made a yelp account just so i could report how bad they are.

    (1)

  • Dawn L.

    Cozy Noodle is about as cute as a Thai restaurant gets--there are funny retro signs on the walls surrounded by collections of metal lunch boxes and vintage toys. Most of the restaurant is bright yellow with tile mosaics that break things up. That said, the food is mediocre. I want to like this place more than I do--I've eaten here probably 5 times--but the food just isn't as flavorful as I want it to be. The Thai restaurant just west of Clarke's on Clark is much better (sorry, I can't remember its name offhand).

    (3)

  • lindy s.

    This is my fave take-out/delivery place.... the food is very good and the prices insanely reasonable. I've not had a bad dish there and my current faves include Tom Khar, Crazy Noodles, Mild Curry and the Pad Thai. Have taken a few friends to eat in... and it's fun but can get loud at times so if you are wanting some place for a quiet conversation this would not be it... if, on the other hand, you're looking for some laughter, noise, and energy, you can't go wrong.

    (4)

  • Crystal L.

    I know this is a college town favorite, but I've tried it twice and just didn't really like it either time. The service for delivery is really quick and they seemed really nice, but the food just wasn't very good.

    (2)

  • Cat A.

    Everything I have ordered there has been wonderful. Ocassionally the service is slow and you may have to wait for a table but it is worth the wait.

    (4)

  • Kristen B.

    We live less than a block from Cozy and have been going there for months. Since I am lame, I mostly get the same thing which is Pad Thai Beef. Theirs is quite tasty and one of my favorite dishes in Evanston. The decor is crazy but fun and their lunch special is amazing. Basically you pay a little less for the same amount of food you would get at dinner plus soup and an appetizer. What prompted my review though was our experience Friday. Being lazy and watching the Big Ten go down in March Madness flames, we decided to order Cozy to be delivered. It was a Friday and they said it would be 45 minutes, no big deal. We called at 8:22 and at 8:31 our apartment was buzzed, they got the food here in less than 10 minutes - Amazing! Granted we do live close, but we could have barely beat that sitting in the restaurant. A really great place if you want some yummy food cheap.

    (5)

  • Vu N.

    i was impressed by the service. good food, homey.

    (5)

  • Leah K.

    I absolutely love this place and for the price it can't be beat! If you dine in (as opposed to delivery) you will find yourself with plenty to look at as they have collections of license plates, pez dispensers, bobble heads... etc. decorating their bright yellow walls. Everything from their panang curry to their basil chicken is great. While I am not the biggest fan of Pad Thai in general I have heard from multiple people that the crispy Pad Thai is wonderful. The service is very fast and they are very accommodating to large groups of people. It is byob, but there is a liquor store with a large wine/beer selection directly across the street.

    (5)

  • Wendy C.

    Like it a lot! Food is good and with broad selections. Great hangout place with friends. Creative and colorful interior design is also a highlight of the restaurant. Plus, yes, the price is very friendly.

    (5)

  • Erin J.

    I like Cozy and so do a number of other people in the hood because it is always crowded. I think the food is alright. I don't like the crispy noodle factor and their curries could be better but other than that it's good. I love the decor even though I mostly do take-out here. I believe it is BYOB.

    (3)

  • Bodhi S.

    Sometimes service is slow, but only when they're hopping busy. The food is spectacular. This location is miles ahead of the Wrigleyville location. The food is better here, the service is better here, etc. Even if Evanston is out of your way, you'd be hard pressed to find better Thai food at a casual dining restaurant on the north side.

    (5)

  • Katy B.

    Yum yum - delicious and cheap, especially the lunch specials. The fried noodles that come with most dishes are something I haven't encountered before, but they're quite good. However, I hear you can get something more standard if you're not a fan. Service has always been quick, and they don't seem to mind catering to bigger groups (10+) even during the busy lunch rush.

    (4)

  • Molly L.

    I say my favorite thai dish is pad se ew, but really I just mean pad se ew from Cozy Noodle. Get some, and you will be happy.

    (4)

  • Matt B.

    I eat here at least once a week. The setting is extremely strange for a Thai restaurant - Pez Dispensers, liscense plates, and vintage lunch boxes adorn the walls, but the food is the best bang for the buck in town. The staff is friendly and the generous portions of food are served at record speeds. It's BYOB, and conveniently a liquor store resides just across the street. Bring a bottle of wine and they'll lend you a cork screw and glasses at no charge. I admit the whole menu is not great, but many items are simiply delicious. When I first started eating here I played it safe with "golden noodles" ,"mixed vegetables with chicken", pad thia, etc. These items are satisfying, if not that exciting. But if you want to enjoy yourself you have to go with a curry. Get the red or panang curry and you won't be disappointed. Recently I've been eating the Panang Curry with Noodles (crispy), which is delicious. If you're in to something with a real spicy kick, try the "stir fried red curry with shrimp." It's $2 more than everything else ($8.95 compared to $6.95), but it's worth it if you're in the mood. The stir fried curry is a thickened version of the original - more of a true sauce than a soup. It'll make you sweat, but it's delicious. Appetizer wise, the edamame is hot, saly and plentiful. And the crab rangoons are of course delicious. NOTE: Coupons can be found online - just go to their website: cozynoodles.com . I use the half-off second meal coupon and end up spending about $15 on dinner for two- including an appetizer. Make sure to have your coupon out when you order.

    (5)

  • Chris M.

    OK, I'm a sucker for noodles so take this review with a grain of salt. They do Thai dishes very well. Evanston has some really great restaurants!

    (4)

  • Jamie F.

    Lots to say about the toys and signs, very little to mention about the food. Cozy had come highly recommended by friends when asked about "Thai food in Evanston." We tried basic dishes: garlic noodles, pad see ew, and pad thai. Good prices, but we won't be going back.

    (2)

  • Frederick L.

    It was the worst place I've ever been to I always chicken soup had chunks of garlic I thought that would just be a one time thing. One day we were back another day and the food is just gross I can't understand how people like this maybe all the college kids go there because its byob and get drunk but the food is SHIT there.

    (1)

  • Bomi K.

    My crazy noodle had 2 pieces of shrimp. I was very unhappy. And it was bland. And I thought it was unnecessarily dark.

    (2)

  • Melissa B.

    Never have I ever had worse customer service at a restaurant. It was decently busy when we arrived, but then again, it was a Friday night in a college neighborhood. After a brief wait, we were seated and ordered our food. As we wrapped up our meal, the server came over and asked us to hurry up because there were people waiting to be seated. I thought this was horribly rude... We had barely finished eating our meals! We weren't simply sitting there taking up space. We are respectful, paying customers! These were friends that I hadn't seen in a while and we wanted a chance to catch up! After we finished eating, the server rushed our check over. A few minutes later, another server came over and asked us to hurry up. A bit miffed, the four of us placed our cards with the check and handed them to the server. We were then told: 1. The check cannot be paid with more than ONE credit card (no splitting checks, etc.) 2. They do not keep sufficient change to break multiple $20 bills (if two people have $20 bills, you'll have to find a bank to provide you with change to pay your friends back). 3. They charge an automatic "service fee" (tip) of 18% for PARTIES OF ALL SIZES... Even 2 people!!! They can be as outrageously rude to you as they want, and you have to pay an 18% tip to your server!! Let's be honest, this is a glorified chinese food place. I had a beef & broccoli and it wasn't anything special. Find a better chinese place... there are plenty around Evanston and Chicago.

    (1)

  • Kymberly J.

    Cute and kitchy! I love all the little collections that decorate the walls, especially the license plates which I took a picture of and made it my computer wallpaper. fast and friendly service and generous portions. I got the spicy udon with chicken. The menu says something about when they say spicy they mean spicy. I wasnt blown away by the spices. In fact, I could have done with a little more hot. I also got a side of steamed veggies. I like when restuarants offer steamed veggies - so much healthier than grilled (many places use oil) or sauteed. I had left over udon which I mixed with my left over veggies for another massive meal.

    (4)

  • Laila C.

    My favorite BYOB restaurant in Evanston. Their food is good, the decor is ridiculous, and the people around you are always drinking a lot. Not much to complain about. I have to admit, I've only ever been there once without doing BYOB and it was kind of lame. It seems like you wait longer, the food is less tasty, the people are too loud and rowdy, and the toys are just gaudy. BUT if you BYOB...Then it's GREAT!

    (4)

  • Krystina B.

    Terrible experience here. First of all, delivery took over an hour which is absolutely ridiculous. When the guy got here he couldn't work out that since the building had four floors, and my apartment number was 4A, that I was on the fourth floor. Annoying. Then the food. I ordered the Pad Thai with shrimp (really, pretty basic) and the Noodles Panang with tofu. The Panang already stated it was spicy (which I normally love, good old nose watering spicy) so I didn't specialize that order. I did, however ask them to make my Pad Thai spicy. I did NOT, however, ask them to make in INEDIBLY spicy. There was no other flavor, just awful, wretched spiciness. I couldn't eat it. And what little I did manage to choke down tortured me later. On top of that, the dish was 95% dry, old noodles. Little to no sprouts and about 5 pieces of shrimp in the whole thing. The Panang, maybe that was my misunderstanding, but I'm pretty sure I've ordered dishes with "crunchy noodles" before and they didn't look and feel and taste like stale, breadlike crackers. I've never seen a "noodle" like that. So I made my own rice noodles and tried to eat the Panang but with each bite I felt sicker and sicker until I gave up and threw it all out. The next day, and still today (2 days later) I am paying for eating here, paying more than just the money I wasted in the first place. There are plenty of other Thai places in town who have their marbles straight and I will be patroning them from now on.

    (1)

  • Diandian W.

    My favorite restaurant at Evanston. They provided all Thai-food. Chicken noodle soup, Pad Thai and curry!!! And you can always use coupons. It's affordable for students. The only thing I don't like is they close on public holidays.....

    (4)

  • Ann H.

    Stumbled upon this place inadvertently a few weeks ago and decided to give it a try. We were pleasantly surprised. First of all, from the moment you walk in you can't help but smile with the decor. We ordered tea and were presented with a nice selection from their box of teas. We then ordered the appetizer "sampler". There really wasn't anything to rave about with these - but, they weren't bad, either. We then shared an order of pad Thai. I thought it was delicious. Flavored really well, good consistency and good portion. The service was really good and there is a huge selection. We will be back to try other items on the menu and enjoy this place.

    (4)

  • Janet B.

    BYOB, cheap, DELICIOUS noodles, fast delivery, coupons, enough veggies in most dishes to convince yourself that you're eating healthy = my favorite restaurant as an undergrad. I miss.

    (5)

  • Thais A.

    Pad Woon Sen Cashew Entree BBQ pork and rice Had all three for dinner, and all three were incredible! Delivery was super fast too, they originally said 45min, it arrived in 30. Best noodle place around!

    (5)

  • Ellen P.

    Soooo their curry dishes have changed because they don't buy the same coconut anymore. Flavor is not 100% the same and texture is totally horrendous. What used to be a pretty pale yellow dish is now murkey and brown, it looked and tasted like soup. Wah wah! However, if I could rate service separately it'd be a 5 star. Theyre always good with their "reservations" and put you at the top of the wait list, even if the waiting area is non existent. Also, we told our waitress that our dishes were not what they usually were like, and she sent the boss lady over. She IS SO SWEET! She apologized that our dishes were unsatisfactory and even explained why the change had happened. She swapped my friends curry dish for another dish that everyone loved, and obviously did not charge us for curry dish. After we had tried the new dish my friend got, she came back over to check that this new dish was good (it was GREAT) and again apologized and chatted. Also, for such a busy place, once the waiting masses seemed to die down, they were still super super attentive as we spent three hours drinking wine and chowing down. If they were able to replicate the old curry (apparently they no longer import the coconut they were using into america and this new brand they are trying out, and this new brand is much more watery - oh and did i mention the boss lady even thanked me for speaking up so they could know that maybe they should try a new brand of coconut!) i would still come back constantly. I fear I may need to find a new Thai place :( Suggestions????

    (3)

  • kim s.

    Love, love, love me some Cozy! If the hubby and I are ordering in, Cozy is our go-to. We're vegetarian and they are always so accommodating, offering to make Orange Tofu for my husband with no complaints at all. They have a great basic Pad Thai, but I also adore the Pad See Ewe, Pad Khee Mao, Spicy Udon, Pad Woon Sen... I could go on. And on. The spring rolls are fabulous and their soups are great too! It's BYOB and they are always happy to provide corkscrews and glasses. There is a liquor store right across the street, which is very convenient! They're open late and delivery is usually between 20-40 minutes. Meals are CHEAP, freshly made, and just super yum!

    (5)

  • David R.

    Despite living in or near Evanston for the last several years, somehow I managed never to come here until recently. Too bad, because it's a cute sit-down place with above-average, cheap Thai food. The bright walls and playful decor--hundreds of Pez dispensers, dozens of lunchboxes, old radios, cigar boxes, and license plates--bring some figurative warmth on cold winter afternoons. The lunch special is a steal, especially given the high quality of the food: $5.95 for soup, small appetizer, and full-sized entree. The spring rolls are bland and mushy, but the egg rolls are perfect little bites which come with an excellent sweet chili sauce. The cucumber salad has chunks of the vegetable instead of slices, and a perfect tangy dressing. The pad thai is good, maybe a B. It's slightly salty and greasy, has no carrots, and needs more peanuts, but overall has a good flavor and balance of cooked and fresh ingredients. The pad see ewe is in the B+ range. The star of the entrees that I have tried is my old standby, Thai spicy basil. Theirs has BIG chunks of vegetables, the perfect level of spice (enough to make me fret a little but not still be tasting it an hour later), and a generous portion of ground chicken; a solid A. Service is standard. Go for the food and the bright atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Yanyao N.

    I can't get enough of the vegetable egg rolls from here. Luckily I live a block away and can call for pick up all the time. The crab rangoon is awesome. I tried the fried tofu last week and will order it again. I usually get the woon sen pad thai, which is pad thai made with glass noodles. The crispy pad thai is also good for those looking for something different. The usual suspects (pad see ewe, cashew chicken, pad thai) are all delicious. Even though we mostly just do carry out orders, it is really fun to eat in here. The walls are bright yellow and covered with novelty items like beanie babies and robots. Plus, there is a liquor store across the street and the restaurant is BYOB. The staff are really friendly. Good value for price too.

    (5)

  • Alma M.

    I love the Pad Woon Sen and I enjoy the soups. However they never seem make my order the way I ask for it. It gets a little ridiculous. Today I had enough of it and I called to let them know they give me the wrong order. I explain to the woman who apologized and she confirmed she would have the right order ready for me. I go to pick it up and I see that I had the wrong order waiting for me yet again. Then to top it off, the host/waitress gave me the worst attitude and argued with me about the wrong order, which according to her was my fault, NOT hers. I have never felt so embarrased. The food is good but the service is not worth it. That is the last time I order who Cozy.

    (2)

  • Jeanne Z.

    You know how in real estate the term "cozy" is used to describe a cramped space? While I would not describe the restaurant as cramped per se, this place is not for you claustrophobics out there. The tables are small (ideal for two people but a third can be squished in) and placed pretty close together. I thought it was "cozy" in a nice way. The decor is very interesting. It's like being in a show of Hoarders Extreme. The walls are filled with beanie babies, cans, signs, etc. The food is reasonably priced and tasty. I got the Crazy Noodles because I'm a crazy gal! It was delicious- egg noodles with chicken and shrimp. Place is BYOB!

    (4)

  • Miro N.

    Food is mediocre at best while staff barely speaks any English, so if you proceed to ask them a basic question they might get the look on their face that some people get at tough exams. " Think, think, think what is broth again. Ah this is going to be a long day. " The only positive thing is that the place cheap which I would expect to be considering the food quality.

    (1)

  • Emily H.

    I love cozy ! This is one of my favorite Thai food places in Evanston . I ordered food for delivery and they got it to me in less then 20 minutes . Great food and great service.

    (5)

  • James M.

    Amazing lunch deal. 5.95 for soup, egg rolls, and entree. Love the regular menu items too. This time I had the Bamee Noodles for the first time. The dish was a little heavy on the noodles, in relation to the pork, but still, a good lunch. My favorite meal here is definitely the Spicy Pad Kee Mao, which i'm sure i'm spelling wrong. But sooo good. Also like their curries. Just a fun place. It doesn't seem to be as hopping at this location, compared to the one in Chicago, but the food is usually just as spot on. Like their bubble tea, too.

    (4)

  • Lori L.

    I cannot lie. I'm a fan of Cozy. After an embarrassing attempt to open and enter through the wrong door, I was greeted with a smile and shown to my table. Their lunch specials really cannot be beat. A long list of entrees, which include soup, a choice of spring roll, egg roll, or cucumber salad for only $5.95. I went with Pad See Ew w/chicken. This has slowly become my new favorite Thai dish. Cozy's is very flavorful with just enough sweetness not to cause a cavity. I really had to control myself from snarfing down my entire plate. I wouldn't say the portions are huge, but they are generous enough to provide leftovers. Hint: If you receive the Daily Northwestern, there is usually a coupon inside.

    (4)

  • Jamie B.

    I will start by saying that this place has a fantastic lunch special. For $6.25 you get soup, choice of egg roll, spring roll or cucumber salad and an entree or noodle dish. The thai food here is nothing special, so I would never come here for dinner, but it is good enough to make me keep coming back for the lunch special (I work in Evanston, so I think this is the best bang for your buck when it comes to thai food in Evanston). I've had the bamee noodles (with no pork) and the, lard na. Both ended up being fairly good. The bamee noodles could have used a little extra flavor or some type of sauce, but the tofu and noodles were very good. The lard na was uber crispy (which I wasn't expecting), but it was still tasty. Service is no frills, but it's quick and I've never ended up with an unfilled water glass, so that makes me happy.

    (4)

  • Charles S.

    I liked this place: It's pretty, the staff was terrific, the portions are gigantic and the price is economical. I had coconut chicken soup followed by rice noodles with beef and Chinese broccoli. (They happily substituted Chinese broccoli for the standard variety. ) If you're in Evanston and want fast, tasty Thai food in a cheerful, attractive atmosphere, go Cozy.

    (4)

  • Jasmin V.

    Cozy noodle has always been the place to go for me in Evanston. Food comes out super fast. Can't beat BYOB and cheap thai food.

    (5)

  • Lin T.

    I've never been in the store. I usually order for delivery. Not the best thai experience, but not the worse. I much prefer the red curry at Indian restaurants though.

    (3)

  • David Z.

    Excellent! Great lunch specials: $5.95 for a full sized entree, appetizer, and soup? AND it tastes good? AND my water is always filled before running out? AND the service is quick and efficient? Count me in.

    (5)

  • Josh S.

    Decent lunch special. You can get an appetizer and a pretty nice sized portion of noodles for under $10. The food and service are both ok. I ordered the pad see ew. It was not the best I've had, but by far not the worst. This place will not blow you away, but if you're looking for a cheap, quick lunch, I recommend stopping in.

    (3)

  • Daphne L.

    I finally made it to Cozy Noodles & Rice after almost 2 years of saying "I really need to check that place out." It's a comfortable spot that's lots of fun; you can't not enjoy yourself in a restaurant decorated with lunchboxes, toys, Pez dispensers, etc. I've seen kids left speechless when they enter Cozy because they don't know where to look first! The food is very tasty and affordable, and it's BYOB which is an added plus. My husband and I had dinner there last night; our bill was $21, and we were both stuffed. I had the BBQ Pork & Broccoli, and my husband had one of the curry dishes that he loved so much he practically licked his plate clean. They also have wonderful lunch specials: an appetizer or salad, miso soup, and an entree, all for $5.95, which in today's economy is a good thing. After all these glowing remarks, why only 3 stars, you ask? The service. The staff is very kind and friendly, but, on each occasion that I've been there I've felt incredibly rushed, and that is something that I absolutely dislike. I especially dislike it when there are maybe 5 tables of customers on a Sunday evening. Before we even sat down our waiter was asking us if we wanted anything to drink, or an appetizer..really? I don't even have my ass in the seat and you're asking if I want an appetizer? Could I take my jacket off first, please? Maybe take a passing glance at the menu? On both occasions that I've been (once for lunch and once for dinner) the same sense of "hurry up and eat and leave" was present. During our dinner I asked our waiter for a condiment, and he looked at me like he was shocked that I'd want soy sauce for my meal. I know, it's unheard of. Overall I felt like I was being shooed out and that's not how I like to dine. Additionally, we had people circling and hovering around our table, waiting to pounce and clear plates the second we were appeared to be done. Again, there were maybe 5 tables of patrons, so I really couldn't understand why they seemed to be in such a rush for us to leave at 6:00 pm. The food is tasty, the prices are right, and the surroundings make your soul smile, so for those reasons I'll absolutely go back to Cozy. My hope is that they'll ease up off the "rush rush, hurry up! "

    (3)

  • Danielle R.

    I have had several dishes from here now and have never been disappointed! The Crab Rangoon are the best I've had! You must try them! Also, others have said they won't take a credit card unless at least $10+ but I have ordered take-out several times with $7-8 totals and have paid with my card nearly every time... no complaints from them!

    (4)

  • Richard H.

    This is my favorite place for lunch. There are so many great items on the menu. I recommend the noodles panang and rama special. The decor is super cute, full of toys and pez dispensers and other great kitschy stuff.

    (5)

  • Bradley J.

    Had I yelped after my first visit, I probably would have given Cozy four stars - but tonight's takeout was a bit of a letdown. They apparently didn't hear me order Shumai (which is probably because this place is usually crowded and loud), though there is PLEN-TY of food in the noodle entrees. The garlic chicken was definitely better than the golden noodles with chicken, but both were a tad bland. But that's what Sriracha is for! Also, it would be nice if they had a non-flash version of their website - makes pulling up the menu on an iPhone tough...

    (3)

  • traveler c.

    WARNING: If you are semi-A.D.D or A.D.H.D, stay away from this place if you are going on a date / meeting someone to have an important convo or catching up. Half of my night went like this below: Her: "Are you listening to me? Hello? What are you looking at? Me: (My eyes slowly wandering up and down the walls and ceilings.. from staring at actual vintage radios from the 70's to action figures on a shelf, to some random russian dolls, Big Bird next to my leg by the windowsill, and awesome signs everywhere). Me: Huh? Oh yes, how are you doing? (stares off into some dream world). Her: What?.. ugh. This place reminds me of someone's toy chest from the 80's which exploded and magically stuck to the walls. There is probably not 1 inch of free space as this cozy little restaurant (prob seats 30 max) has vintage/old school items everywhere. The men's restroom is super tiny but has Marilyn Monroe paintings everywhere. Ok a bit side tracked... to the food we go. This place which is BYOB (no alcochol served here) apparently encourages you to use a coupon which you can find online. The online coupon is buy 1 entree get 1 free; however, you need to spend at least $15 total dollars which isn't hard to make. 2 entrees, 2 apps, and 1 drink does it. Entrees range around $7 dollars. We ordered the Thai Chicken Fried Rice and the Pad Khee Mao (spicy). These were pretty authentic.. a lil bit on the sweet side, but still good nonetheless. We ordered two appetizers also, including the Cucumber Salad and the Shrimp Shumai. The Cucumber Salad was definitely great and healthy, while the shumai - just stay away from it. They were tiny, not authentic (but not horribly bad either). The service was great.. they refill water quick and the staff is very nice. I would definitely come back again... Give it try. Oh btw, their parking lot fits about 3 cars max (no joke), and street parking is metered.

    (4)

  • Sydney H.

    This is an adorable, quirky place and a favorite for Northwestern students. The BYOB policy is great, and the prices are doable even if you're on a student budget. Oddly, despite the fact that it's tiny, they seem to do well with groups. HOWEVER: This is not real Thai food--it is a very Americanized version of Thai food. It's heavy, sweeter than normal, and not spicy at all. It's more accurately described as some sort of Thai-Asian fusion. Their specialty is crunchy noodle dishes, which are just a strange combination of soggy deep fried noodle and crunchy deep fried noodle by the time they get to you. The panang curry and pad thai are ok, but too heavy and somewhat bland. Also, the wait staff is not particularly welcoming, friendly, or observant. Over the number of occasions I went there, I have been accidentally overcharged, left without service for twenty minutes after we finished the meal (with no apology), and they have taken a couple of my orders down incorrectly.

    (2)

  • Patrick B.

    I've been here twice, and both times I was satisfied with what I got/ it was really good for the price. I got the noodles with crushed peanuts last time (crushed peanuts was one of the ingredients ... I forget what the dish was called ... I preferred this dish), and the noodles panang with chicken this time. Another thing to note: the staff is friendly, and the decorations in the restaurant are very cute.

    (4)

  • Andy F.

    I give Cozy a mixed review. We really like their food and have been going there regularly for years. Haven't found a bad item on the menu. The food is great; good value and generous portion sizing. The decor is very unique - worth trying just for the crazy collections on the walls. They really lost me, though, with some terrible management decisions that are short-sighted and ridiculous: 1. They've started adding a 20% service fee on weekends, no matter the party size. I was there with 3 people and there is no mention of this on the menu or elsewhere. This practice is fraudulent and/or insulting. They said it was because some people don't tip. Hmmm. 2. I tried again a couple weeks later with a coupon for 1/2 off of an entree. However, they refused to honor it because we didn't mention the coupon at the time we ordered. The "manager" claimed that they couldn't "override" their own computer and had to enforce the rules. Really? This is their computer and their rules! Nonetheless, the food is good and I'll continue to use their prompt carry-out service. It will be a long time before i dine-in here again, though. ...would have given 5 stars if I wrote this 2 months ago.

    (3)

  • Ameed M.

    The food is mediocre, but service is terrible especially on busy nights. Our group of 5 went here for a little reunion get together, and we basically were kicked out for not eating and paying quick enough. We waited for about 10 minutes for a table (not terrible), but then it took 15-20 minutes to get us our menus. The waitress claimed they had a reservation waiting for our table as soon as our food came out and asked us to pay quickly. None of us believed that a restaurant would do that so we kept trying to enjoy our meal. Finally, she brought over the group of Northwestern undergrads that wanted our table to stand around our table as we were all finishing our meals. The waitress/host then threatened to call the police if we didn't leave right away. She was the rudest person I have encountered at a restaurant and I don't plan on going back.

    (1)

  • Chris W.

    The decor is great. I love checking out the Pez dispensers, and lanterns. The food is decent. I haven't had a lot of experience with Thai but I don't see a reason not to go back. I usually get the Pad Khee Mao and our table always orders the Crab Rangoon. I'm not sure if I currently know a better place right now for Crab Rangoon. My only complaint is the waiters are sometimes slow and forgetful. My party sat down and looked at the menu to decided what we were going to eat and we had all closed out menus in hopes that the wait staff would notice that we were ready to order. They looked over a few times but never came over until we said something. Out party had 3 diet cokes and 2 green teas ordered but they never showed up. We had to have them remove it from our check. When the food was order, it did come fast. I guess that means the kitchen staff knows whats going on.

    (4)

  • Tracy L.

    My boyfriend and I google-mapped some restaurants and initially went here because the name sounded so cute. We weren't wrong -- the inside is so kitschy and retro. There are pez dispensers, toy robots, lunch boxes, and license plates all over the walls. There are also little toy machines that take quarters. I got the pad thai, which was delicious and a steal at $7. My boyfriend got the dumpling noodles which came with so much food (noodles, dumplings, bbq pork) that he had to get a takeout box. Pretty cheap for the amount of food they give you. My only complaint is that the tables are pretty small and close together, so we kept getting distracted by the conversation of the couple next to us. (This might not be a bad thing; it was a bit interesting, and we didn't feel thaaat creepy because we couldn't help but hear.)

    (4)

  • Laura K.

    Cozy is a BYOB gem. It's become our Friday night date night spot. There's a great liquor store right across the street. For around $20, we share an appetizer and each have an entree. I have tried many selections on their menu and have yet to be disappointed. On Friday nights, the trick is to get in before all the Northwestern Students with their cheap bottles of wine create a line out the door. The waitstaff is friendly and fast. They do a great job of managing crowds, always getting our order right and they thank us for coming in. Although the employees are rushing around to fulfill the restaurants needs, we have never felt rushed during our meal or when we have sat for awhile to talk afterwards while finishing our liquor store selections. The decor makes this place one of a kind. I tell everyone about Cozy!

    (5)

  • Zelda C.

    I came here with two friends ~8pm on a Friday night and found it packed. We were willing to wait 20 minutes for a seat but didn't expect our food to require double that amount of time to come. The waitress seemed to completely forget about us and when we asked her where our food was she said it was cooking (it took another 20 minutes to 'cook'). In between, we saw the carryout driver go out three times with at least 4 orders in hand each time. It took them 40 minutes to bring just two of the three plates out to us. Another awkward 10 minutes went by before I got my Noodles Panang. The dish was not impressive with half the noodles soaked in sauce, soggy instead of crispy. After this whole ordeal I can say I am not coming back here to waste an hour waiting on mediocre Thai food.

    (1)

  • Akta D.

    This is a solid restaurant! My friend and I went there for dinner last night. We got the pad see ewe and the Pad Prik with tofu. Both were absolutely delicious! The pad prik had a bit too many green peppers and I was expecting some long beans but it's all good. The dish was great and spicy! The rice was cooked perfectly. I would defintely go back some time soon for the price.

    (4)

  • Shradha A.

    In Evanston, this is my second favorite noodle place after Thai Sookdee. Their food is great and the service is fast. Most importantly, decently priced. PLEASE PLEASE don't give in to going to Joy Yee's!! Come HERE!!! (And no these people didn't pay me to say that haha) I like almost eveything that I've tried here. And they're BYOB (although I dont drink it's great for my friends)

    (5)

  • Julie R.

    Looove Cozy. The food is decently priced and just the right size portion wise. I would definetly reccomend eating family style. They have so much to offer, I wouldn't want to limit myself to an entire plate of pad thai. We always start off with the sampler appetizer plater. Comes with a handful of deep fried tofu triangles, baby spring rolls, crab ragoon, and pot stickers. The two dipping sauces (soy sauce based and sweet and sour) are great. As for the entrees, I've tried pretty much tried half of the menu at one time or another. My top choices are chicken pad thai, rama chicken (chicken and broccoli with peanut sauce), lad nar (crispy noodles in a brown sauce), and the spicy chicken (resemblance to an orange chicken or general tao). Overall great Thai place to go to in Evanston. Parking is plentiful-metered parking, the decor is fun vintage toys and fixtures, and the food is always fresh. Don't forget to snag some fruit chew candies on the way out! :)

    (4)

  • Melissa F.

    I'm not changing the rating, but I am updating just to say that I'm still sort of in love with this place. Their lunch specials are hella cheap (I'm not from NorCal, but my cousin, Jacob F is, so that counts...?). They don't permit substitutions, but as far as I'm concerned, choosing between a spring roll, a summer roll, and cucumber salad (so light and good) to start isn't bad. They did charge me for two Diet Cokes, grumble grumble, but they're not exactly making as much money as they would at dinner time. I have to give a special mention to Pad Prik. Do you like spicy food? Do you really like it? Good, you'll get through about half of it, and then you'll want the fire department's assistance. Part of me wants to say it's too spicy, but then another part of me yells at me for being a huge wuss, so I don't know what to tell you. It's bursting with flavor and well-cooked veggies, so I'd recommend it, but know what you're getting into. [Ominous music.]

    (4)

  • Grace P.

    We have only gotten take out once, but it was excellent! The delivery was fast, the food was hot, and we plan on going in to eat there in person sometime soon. The crab rangoons might be the best I have ever had, the fried rice, and panang curry noodles were also exceptional. We got a free order of pot stickers for spending a certain amount, they were the only thing that was just mediocre. I got a good amount of spice on my rice (which I requested) which was a nice surprise. So often with other restaurants I request spicy, and get incredibly weak spice. Overall we loved the food, and can't wait to try more things on the menu.

    (4)

  • Dan A.

    Your in Evanston, hungry and only have 10 for lunch but don't want some greasy burger or anything fried. Head to Cozys. You will not regret it. Staff is nice and know how to handle the lunch crowd. I've always been been seated and served in about 30min. Food is great and fresh. I've only had lunch at Cozys, so can only speak to that menu. Ginger chicken is nice and not too spicy. Ive had a few other items but can't remember the names. All lunch specials came with a choice of spring rolls or egg rolls and miso soup.

    (4)

  • Trisha F.

    Really good food, charming atmosphere, but terrible terrible service. Multiple times I've been asked to leave the restaurant before I finished my food because they have people waiting for a table. So rude.

    (2)

  • Sandeep P.

    I came here with a group of about 11, and while I think this might be an OK restaurant, you'd have to be crazy to want to come here over the plethora of great Asian cuisine available in Evanston. Why? Glad you asked! Here are some reasons: 1. The tables. The chairs. I honestly think I would have been more comfortable at a picnic table. The tables, knockoff-antiques, have some sort of fancy cast iron legs which, by some strange coincidence, also make it IMPOSSIBLE for *anyone* (not even the 5'2" girls in my group) to comfortably fit behind them. 2. The drinks. I didn't personally order any, but from what the two people who did order told me, they were over-sweetened and otherwise subpar 3. The food. Now this is a death knell if there ever was one in Evanston. I ordered the Pad Khee Mow (or however this particular restaurant spells it), a particular favorite of mine at Thai restaurants. The portion was almost all green beans (bleh) and gigantic under-cooked chunks of bell pepper. Even when you found some meat or noodle, it was simultaneously bland but spicy. I think they've mastered an art no one was asking for? 5. Portions. I was so unfulfilled from my entree and drinks that I almost immediately (within 5 minutes of getting home) went to 7-11 to get a snack to preempt the incoming munchies. Very disappointing when I just spent $10 on a meal at 9pm. Overall, Cozy is not a *bad* place to eat, but when a BYOB can't even make the food enjoyable, I think you know it's not a great choice.

    (3)

  • Nick m.

    Great food, TERRIBLE service. I asked for the Wi-Fi password and the server, hostess, and 3 other fucks standing around said they "did not know the password." When I asked who would know...no clue. Food is good. But all around, they need an attitude adjustment. The four stars is due to the food being good.

    (4)

  • Allison S.

    Decent thai food. I like that they have low carb options like chicken and broccoli. There noodles are all really good, I love there pad thai, and pad see ewe. Lots of good fried appetizers, mini spring rolls and ocean shrimp are good. Also the chicken satay! I love that it is BYOB but its so overcrowded with underage people celebrating birthdays, if you aren't in a big party, its so noisy. The delivery is always great and prompt, and cozy will always be an evanston staple and my go to byob thai place.

    (3)

  • skip l.

    This place is a storefront on Davis Street, near Bill's Blues -- when we couldn't get in to there, we defaulted to this place, across the street. As we were shown to a table in the back, my eyes spot a BIG plate of meat in front of another diner. Turns out it's Mongolian beef, served on crispy rice noodles -- and is every bit as good as it looked: salty, rich onion flavor. (They also gave me a bowl of white rice). Others had Pad Thai, which they enjoyed -- it not extrordinary but good. But there's another entire reason for going. Have trouble with conversation? The toy-covered walls will provide endless opportunites for comments, reflections, family history etc. Ideal for families with kids, for couples on first dates, and for shy folks.

    (3)

  • Bora U.

    I cannot believe that I've been working in Evanston for 6 months and haven't been to Cozy Noodles until last week! Cozy Noodles is a cute little Thai restaurant right off of the Davis Street Metra stop. I went for lunch and the restaurant was packed but service was quick. My friend and I did the lunch special - soup, appetizer, and entree for $5.95! Ridiculous! I got the Pad Khee Mao as my entree and my friend got the dumpling noodles. The soup and appetizers (choice of spring or egg rolls) came out immediately after the waitress took our order. Our entrees came shortly thereafter. The portion was so large and I liked that there were a lot of fresh veggies in my dish. My friend's dish was different - I can't say I was a fan, but it was decent. I look forward to coming back with my co-workers or trying it out for dinner with a cheap bottle of wine.

    (4)

  • Vittorio P.

    Worst Thai food we've ever had. The only reason we went here was for the Yelp good ratings, we're so disappointed! I really hope these people don't write the reviews by themselves. Tom Kar soup was orrible. Curly Pad Thay orrible. Chicken Pad Thai orrible. all was dressed with an orrible dark orange sauce that didn't let you feel any other flavor. At the end I felt sick with my stomach and had to take 2 tums arrived home. Service was bad, I asked the waiter to keep the menu and he took it away. then when food arrived he was talking over my Pad Thai waiting for me to finish the soup (the food is all prepared in advance and arrives in 3 minutes), I had to ask him "don't talk on my food!" and he didn't even apologize.

    (1)

  • David B.

    I'm just rediscovering my love for BYOB. Cozy really fit the bill in helping rekindle that love. There are not a whole lot of frills to Cozy, which might help explain why it was so busy on my last visit. Its simple and to the point. The food is easily the main attraction. This last visit my wife and I split the Shumai, BBQ Pork & Brocolli and this Chicken dish that had basil and jalapeno in it. Everything was just great. Prices were really good too. Service is efficient the environment is passable. The decor makes this place stand out in a kitschy way. I can see people loving it or hating it. I thought it was fun, looked like a plastering of random trinkets that could be found at a flea market or some random old memorabilia shop.

    (3)

  • Duncan C.

    Comfort food, Thai style: not cutting-edge but consistent, ample, and inexpensive. Carry-out and delivery are both quick, and service for eating in is decent too. I wouldn't come here for a relaxing evening-long dinner, but for a quick reliable yummy lunch or dinner, definitely. Love the crazy noodles and like the Thai Spicy Basil -- but be warned that it is seriously SPICY! Recommend.

    (4)

  • kevin c.

    I know what you're thinking ... "another Thai place?!" But you have to understand that Cozy Noodle is the ultimate choice for Thai food in Evanston! Their dishes have never, ever let me down in flavor or portion size. The seasoning is always spot on ... savory and subtly sweet just like it was intended to be. And the amount of food they give you for like, 7 bucks -- AMAZING! how do these guys make money?!! I'm a fast eater with a big ol' appetite, but it seriously takes me like 40 minutes to work on one plate of crispy pad thai (try it out, it's their own spin on a classic -- wide rice noodles, pan fried til crispy).

    (5)

  • Special K.

    BYOB baby!! Brought a friend here and we nailed the perfect BYOB place and closed it down and they were very friendly for how late we stayed but we couldn't help it. Captain Morgan....hum kinda abused the BYOB on that one but they brought us coke (the pop) food was great and lets say awesome for that price. The toys covering all the walls were a trip and we couldn't stop reflecting and talking about our childhoods. So if you wind up bringing a date here I could see that scoring you major points for deep conversation.

    (4)

  • Amy Y.

    Cheap but crappy food - the wide noodles and like giant hard thick crackers, and and curries are so bland sometimes I think it's cooked in flavored water. The vegetables have a tendency to be either under or overcooked, and the flavors don't come together at all. You can get better result by buying a bottle of paste, mix some coconut milk, and it will taste 10x better. Only positive is that they have good delivery, even during lunchtime, so our work gets them for us. If I had to pay, I would never come here.

    (1)

  • Eve V.

    Cozy?!? It is indeed. It's small, clean, well-lit and adorable with the quirky knickknacks. The walls are lined with vintage gas lamps, pez dispensers, retro signs, bobbing head pendants and vintage lunch boxes. It's darling! Food: Noodles are the way to go here. Pad Khee Mao : delish Basically, the dishes that are fried to crisp perfection and then dunked in a curry sauce. Plus: the crispy noodles stay crispy all the way from start to finish... I hate it when crispy noodles get soggy, don't you? The mixed noodles dishes are just okay... the ones with curry and crispy wide noodles are two steps better. Service here can be a little lax... we've had our receipts mixed with another table's during an empty lunch hour! Haha. We couldn't locate the wait staff so we switched with the other table ourselves. But it's okay because the retro curio, great prices and yummy crispy noodles make up for it. Tips: go to the website for coupons to use for take-out, lunch prices and portions are really reasonable... and will fill you up until way beyond dinner time.

    (4)

  • John C.

    Seriously. What is not to like about Cozy? Funky little Thai place with solid food. Is it the best Thai food I've ever had? No, but it consistently good and one of the best value meals I think you can find in Evanston. Take a look at the lunch special menu and tell me where your going to find food that tastes this good at those prices. Cool and fun ideas on decorating the interior (check out all the pictures) and a young college student/young professional clientele gets this place surprisingly crowded at times. Service? - very quick and efficient even though it's a little sterile. I'll be back.

    (3)

  • Liz J.

    The quest for decent Thai delivery to Rogers Park continues. And we continue to be unsatisfied. I decided to be creative and try their crispy pad thai. It was ... really strange. The noodles were wide and, well, HARD. Like difficult to chew. The lady had crazy noodles which she was underwhelmed by. Fast delivery through GrubHub.

    (2)

  • Miri R.

    I miss this place so much! When I lived in Evanston, I would order from Cozy a few times a month - sometimes once a week. They had Caller ID and always remembered my custom order. They usually delivered it in less than twenty minutes. Their reusable containers were completely stuffed with my order - and I still have a stack of those containers that I use all the time. I only actually ate at the restaurant twice and I remember it being small but packed with great old toys and lunch boxes all along the walls. I loved the huge Elvis, too. Oh how I wish they'd deliver to San Jose!

    (5)

  • Sarah W.

    I probably have eaten here more that 25 times. My family also rented out the side room for my baby shower with more than 15 guests using a pre-planned menu. Everyone loved the place. Cozy Noodles offers very tasty Thai food consistently. We enjoy their Pad Thai, which I think is excellent although one of my friends does not enjoy it, and their Pad See Ewe, which is what I usually get at most Thai restaurant. My husband loves their Panang Noodles because they are crispy. I can also try bites of that dish from him because it's not that spicy compared to others I have sampled. We like their lunch specials because you get a little appetizer and a lunch-sized portion. Regular portions are usually enough for two meals. The decor is hilarious. I love how the owners leave small "offerings" to the large Elvis and to a small shrine in the window. One of our "the usual" kind of restaurants.

    (5)

  • Rish N.

    Cozy is always satisfying. I love coming here for the consistency and for the atmosphere. The food is always good! I love their decor by the way, the place is covered with vintage toys!

    (4)

  • Jonathan H.

    Just to let you know, I was on the fence of giving this place 3 stars. I was thinking it deserved better, but after going a couple times, the food wasn't as good as I thought it'd be. I've passed by this place dozens of times and never knew that it was a Thai place!! Seriously if you look at the pictures and sit in the restaurant, you'd think it was a collector's store. The store's novelty was entertaining at first, but I was sad that the quality of food didn't really live up to my expectations. The past couple times I've been there I got a chance to taste the pad thai, pad see ewe, thai basil leaves, red curry and some appetizers...so I'll be giving you a quick rundown... Pad Thai - Normally a staple for Thai places. I was not impressed with the Pad Thai, a yellowish color and lack of an original Pad Thai taste. Seemed like they were trying to give it a little twist but I'd say it was unsuccessful. Pad See Ewe - Decent and your average pad see ewe dish with the chinese broccolis and thick noodles. Not bad and I might think of getting it if I went there again. Thai Basil Leaves - Pretty good basil taste with ground chicken and green peppers. Goes well over rice and not a bad dish, but not amazing. Red Curry - Your average red curry, but too milky and not enough spice. Didn't seem like they let all the flavors cook together for that long... Appetizers: Spring Rolls (lunch) - Don't get these, soggy and not as refreshing as you would want... Egg Rolls (lunch) - surprisingly good and crunchy with a good sauce. All in all a cute place to eat, but if you're looking for some real authentic Thai food in Evanston, I would look elsewhere; Siam Pasta's my pick right now.

    (3)

  • Neha N.

    Well hello there green curry....you are my new favorite! Cozy doesn't dissapoint whether it is take out or dine in. I went on a Friday night where it was PACKED and still ended up getting good food relatively quickly. Also, they freshly prepared the green curry without fish sauce, which so FEW thai restuarants do these days. The place is a little noisy because it's so busy, but oh well. The staff is nice and really make you feel like your business is wanted. Don't prepared to be wowed by the decorations...they are toys covering about every inch of the wall. A little weird for a Thai place, but the other Cozy location looks exactly the same.

    (4)

  • Lesley A.

    Crazy Noodles. Order the Crazy Noodles. You can't go wrong with them. At least, that's what I finally learned from my friends who love going to Cozy Noodles & Rice. The first two times I came here, I ordered the wrong things and pretty much ate the equivalent of instant ramen noodles, sans broth, with barely any barbecue pork on top. I disliked my first two visits so much I didn't plan to come back here. But I gave it a try three years later. Crazy noodles are wide noodles (think pad see eiw) with chicken, two pieces of shrimp, and vegetables for $7.50. You can also order it with more shrimp for $8.25 - not bad for price! The dish was appetizing and a good size. I was also pleased that they put carrots in the dish, which I normally do not see in Thai noodle dishes. What really impressed me about Cozy was the quick service. We had to catch a movie ten minutes after my arrival at the restaurant. As soon as I sat down, they took my order, and came out with my dish in FIVE minutes! This is a great place to go if you're in a rush and want real, non-fast food. It's also two blocks from the Evanston Century movie theater so it's a great place to go for dinner and then a film. I just hope that next time when I come here, I'll have time to look at the interesting decor of yellow walls, vintage lunch boxes, and shelves and shelves of Pez dispensers!

    (3)

  • Tarra T.

    Solid Thai place! BYOB which is awesome and on Sunday's you buy one entree get the second 1/2 off. They've got your basic selection of Thai dishes and they are pretty quick with the service. They do deliver and they take credit cards. Good spot for a cheap dinner and good time.

    (3)

  • Hula B.

    my go to place for carry-out/delivery on chicago's northside rogers park area. plus they have on-line ordering. yeah!

    (3)

  • Andrew J.

    Arguably, the best collection of 70s and 80s era lunch boxes in a Thai restaurant....evar. Go for the green curry (my oh my, so delicious--and what large portions!), stay to gawk at the kitch! Cozy kitch, that is! Go!

    (4)

  • Mike J.

    Very nice Thai place with friendly staff and decent food. Love their colorful interior. I recommend trying one of their Thai Curries (especially the green one) and Bubble tea (the green tea one is my favorite) - both are delicious. Also, it's a BYOB, which makes it a good place for informal gatherings. My only complaint is that the place does not accept coupons once the check is on the table, i.e. you have to mention that you have one when making an order.

    (4)

  • Kent B.

    This is a small restaurant, with closely spaced tables and two rooms. There is a small secondary room on the west side of the restaurant. The decor is young, with wall shelves containing metal toys, knick knacks, table radios and license plates. The tables are covered in ceramic tile. The decor is rustic--not polished and a bit dirty. The 100 year old entry door probably has 50 coats of paint on it. There are two small bathrooms located in the rear of the main dining room and next to the furnace. The bathroom's exhaust fan grille was loaded with dust and dirt. Parking is metered--street only, which is typical of the area. The food is served on square, white plates and made a nice impression. The serving size was small compared to other Asian restaurants in the area. Our meals were nicely prepared and tasted good. I had the Garlic Chicken Noodles and if you like garlic, you won't be dissapointed. The hostess is an attractive woman wearing a cleavage revealing dress that may have been the highlight of the evening. If you're into young, hip and cleavage, this may be the place for you. If you're into food, neat and clean, you may want to look elsewhere.

    (3)

  • Reed V.

    Awesome! I went for the first time a few days ago after a Northwestern bball game and had the Pad Thai, which was delish. Great atmosphere, good service, decent price. I will be going to other Cozy's in Chicago and trying some different stuff. Also, and I didn't take advantage of this yet, but it's a BYOB!

    (4)

  • Jade T.

    In the mood for a cheap, yummy lunch? For $5.95 you can choose from over a dozen dishes with a side of spring roll, egg roll, or cucumber salad. I ordered the Lard Na, which oddly came with crispy fried noodles. When I mentioned to the server that I thought it would come with soft noodles, she promptly apologized and replaced my dish without any hassle. The dish comes with crispy noodles unless requested. The Lard Na itself was delicious and the portion was huge for lunch. However, considering the name of the restaurant, I wished my dish had a bit more noodles. (If you're not familiar with Lard Na, it is similar to Chinese Chow Fun: it's stir-fried rice noodles with choice of meat or tofu and vegetables in a brown gravy. Yum.)

    (4)

  • Matt M.

    this little place is full of yummy, comforting dishes. i have gone with groups and also just with my partner. it is a nice spot for friends, but also an inexpensive, fun date night. i think my favorite thing on the menu (that i've tried so far) is the tom kar soup. it is a spicy coconut soup that i have ordered as a dinner sized portion with tofu several times. it is creamy like a bisque, and the galanga root seasons similarly to ginger, but with more complexity. the menu can read a little generic, that is, many of the descriptions can seem very similar. but we've found that each dish has it's own specific qualities that make it special. every time we've been, the place has been so busy that i can't say i've felt comfortable taking up too much of the wait staff's time by asking them questions. just rated on aesthetics alone, Cozy could easily take five stars. collections of kawaii and kitsch, the walls are packed with collectible figurines, plush toys, lunch boxes, paz dispensers and other over-the-top whimsy.

    (4)

  • Howard Z.

    Very flavorful .... Not fancy ... Excellent food and service

    (5)

  • sandra w.

    Cozy Noodle lives up to it's title. I was in Chicago visiting my boyfriend and wanted to try something that I've yet to experience in Cincinnati and Cozy Noodles did the trick. Outside looking in it didn't really seem to be as packed as it was once we stepped into the door, but we were so tightly seating that I could easily participate in the conversation of the people next to me...and they wouldn't have cared anyway. That was awesome! The food was great. I got the panang curry which was pretty close to heaven...the mixture of spices and coconut was perfect. The boyfriend stuck to an old favorite of spicy chicken which, when I tried had me in tears. It's a great place to venture with friends even better to meet new people, but if you're looking for an intimate place Cozy Noodles isn't the place.

    (4)

  • Janice W.

    The place is bright and clean and is decorated in a very kitchy way. I thought all the food was too sweet but everyone else loved it. It's not bad - just wasn't amazing. But it's probably a good place for families or groups, especially if some in the group aren't familiar with Thai food.

    (3)

  • Tammy Q.

    WTF, Cozy Noodles??? I've never had tom yum soup come out super red, thick and sweet! I ordered pad thai (which you can never get wrong) and it was not only sweet but soggy (which is a big no no). My friend ordered lard nar with crispy noodles and those noodles were beyond crispy, we couldn't even eat it. Ugh - what a disappointment for what I thought was a gem of a place in Evanston.

    (1)

  • Craig S.

    I want desperately to give them more stars, but I can't betray my gut. We went to this place a long time ago when they first opened up (no nice awning or kitschy decoration at the time) and loved it. Food was of the super yummy variety and the family feel of the place, with the owners son running up and down between tables, was perfect for us. Fast forward to this past Saturday and, sadly, disappointment. The decor of the place is very fun, with a huge collection of Pez dispensers, old radios and other kitsch lining the walls. Service was ok, slow at times and SUPER SLOW when we tried to get the check (we were rushing off to a movie, which we relayed to the waiter to no avail). I had the special, fried wide rice noodle pad thai with tofu, that I found to be underwhelming in the flavor department and kind of irritating to eat . My friend had a mixed veg plate with gravy & brown rice that, according to her, was "missing something that I can't quite put my finger on". I can - FLAVOR! Her husband had a broccoli beef meal that,after he doused it in hot sauce, was pretty good. Beef was well cooked and not fatty or stringy. Portions are good sized and nicely presented on the plate. Egg rolls were good, crispy and not too oily. I expect strong exciting flavors when I go out for Thai, but, unfortunately, they weren't present in our meals. Hopefully I caught them on a bad night and my next try will be different. Hopefully.

    (3)

  • Jims L.

    I love Cozy Noodles! The restaurant has good lunch specials, and good coupon deals that you can find on their website.. I agree that their decor is anything but Thai but it's all still so cute and, needless to say, cozy. Their portions are generous and their regular prices cheaper than other Thai restaurants around. Their dumpling noodle was a disappointment - my dish came with a single dumpling. But I do like their pad thai - flavorful.

    (5)

  • Suzanne P.

    This is such a fun place to grab a quick meal in Evanston. You walk in an immediately are struck by their crazy decor. It's kind of awesome. There are license plates from every state on the wall, hundreds of pez dispensers on shelves, lunch boxes, and many other knicknacks across the restaurant. The food is good...not the best Thai that I've had in the Chicago area, but it's not bad either. The service is usually fine, not great. I opt for a variation of one of their curries, which never disappoints, and their pad thai is great too. The only bad thing is that I usually end up here with a group and they won't split up the check, so make sure you bring cash with you! Also, it is BYOB so that's always a nice option to have!

    (3)

  • Kristen S.

    I love Cozy - probably my favorite thai restaurant in Evanston - plus I have not gotten sick here from their pad thai, ever! Win win. I can only speak to the pad thai with tofu and the cucumber salad and both are just excellent! The lunch special is a great deal - try to order lunch sometimes. It's totally worth it. Service both in the restaurant and delivery are both prompt & polite. There are coupons in the orders most of the time (or you can print coupons off their website). Highly recommended!

    (4)

  • Ngoc H.

    The food here is pretty good and service is fast. The crab rangoon here is really good, doesn't tastes like other places. I don't stray far from what I usually get at Thai restaurants and that's the Pad See Ewe, delicious! The mini eggrolls that that give during lunch hours are phenomenal, I could sit there all day with a container full of them. Very big lunch special section by the way. They have a very unique interior, decorated with license plates from all over, It's fun to look at. An random little things everywhere, A definite in your face kind of decor. Parking is never really a hassle, meter parking can usually be found right in front, unless its summer, you may have to circle a few times.

    (4)

  • Erika M.

    I used to love Cozy Noodles but have been have had a few bad experiences lately. It seems like they can only make food extremely spicy or very bland. Some of their dishes they say they can make a little less spicy.. but instead come out extremely mild with no flavor at all.

    (3)

  • Bill D.

    love these guys, its fun to go there and experience their awesome decor, the lunch specials are really good for a reasonable price. we mostly get delivery from here, they have online ordering through grubhub which is a bonus. their drivers are really quick too because it always seems like they are here less than 20 minutes from the time we call. we always get pad woon sen with chicken or garlic chicken noodles. appetizers are great too. cucumber salad, pot stickers, shumai, really good crab rangoons. look for coupons on grubhub for free stuff.

    (4)

  • Angela W.

    I'm surprised to find Takoyaki here. They were great, and comparable to the ones I had in Japan. I liked the Pad Woon Sen, but I found the Garlic Chicken Noodle a bit too sweet.

    (3)

  • Marion P.

    I have finally figured out why their food always tastes fishy: They do add fish sauce even to their vegetarian dishes. You order your curry with tofu as a 'meat', you still get fish sauce all over everything. As if that isn't bad enough, they charge a one dollar surcharge when you order something without the fish sauce. Pay more - get less, I've never understood that logic. That being said, I like the food here a bit better than in the downtown location (albeit not as much as Thai Sookdee just around the corner), the lunch specials are very affordable, and even with the one dollar surcharge it's less expensive than some of the other Thai restaurants in Evanston.

    (3)

  • Dee W.

    Mediocre food - wasn't impressed by the pad thai or pad see ew or lad nar, however their pad prik and curries were incredibly spicy and required me to make more rice to sop up the spiciness! I've stopped by before for dinner since they're BYOB and food is well priced for the portions that you get. Since they're usually really crowded, we usually opt for delivery instead. Delivery isn't so bad and you can usually use those coupons that they mail to you or are also available online. Overall, it's pretty much our preferred Thai delivery place. However, they do have great lunch specials and their decor is uber cute. There was a wall covered with tin lunch boxes from the 80s. Sometimes, the food is a hit or miss, but not bad since it's in Evanston.

    (4)

  • Janet X.

    Okay, so I kind of get this. You take the tried-and-true Asian food-and-BYOB combination, and spice it up with a bit of whimsy. Basically, eight-year-old me would have a ball. But adult me is kind of confused. Am I supposed to be focusing on the rather mediocre food or on the fact that the owners basically bought up all the license plates and bobble-heads on this side of eBay? In short, a great place to take someone (or a group) you don't really know very well, because there's always going to be a conversation topic lingering on the next wall, but I wouldn't come here for the food.

    (3)

  • Kara S.

    I've eaten here about 3 times now and I can now pinpoint what I don't like about the food, it's just plain too sweet. I ordered Tom Yum Soup and that was the first impression I had. The soup itself had a nice mix of spices and veggies, but it's overcome by a too sweet taste.

    (3)

  • Erin C.

    So quirky. I always order one of the curries. Who can resist BYOB? The tables are a little close together, but its a friendly atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Alice Y.

    I didn't like this place. Yes, I am one of those people who judge a Thai restaurant by their pad thai, and I have to say Cozy failed the test. Their pad thai was overpoweringly sweet, and it was hard for me to finish it. I'll admit that I don't know that much about "authentic" Thai cuisine, but everyone knows what pad thai is more or less supposed to taste like in America, so it shouldn't be that hard to get right.

    (2)

  • Jesse M.

    Food is kinda oily. But for the price and portion, it's a good value. Like their decor, very fun and unique. You can bring your own drink, which is also a plus. Street meter parking.

    (4)

  • JP P.

    What really differentiates them from other Thai spots are the special items such as the crispy pad thai, crispy pad khee mao, and crispy pad see eiw - all of which are delicious. Definitely not the best, but better than average. It's a suitable local Thai spot for my new neighborhood, and I foresee myself ordering takeout from there quite often this year.

    (3)

  • Will M.

    I love the food... WHEN I EAT IN. Think twice about order in. It's a veritable nightmare of double talk. We have ordered the panang curry with 'wide egg noodle' three times (per the instruction of the hostess/dispatcher), and, yet again, we have to ask for a re-delivery because we end up with the wrong order. Every time we call to complain - and this is 3 times - we are talked over and treated as if it's our problem. It's generally a reasonable place WHEN EATING IN... as other reviews indicate, reasonable cost + quaint decor... but do not order in. TOO MANY HEADACHES!

    (2)

  • Peijun G.

    The food is great, and the size is great too. I like their room setup. The out desks are also fun.

    (5)

  • Emilio M.

    What a great idea! Why does every Thai place have to look "serene"? I dug the kitschy vibe. The price was excellent. The tab was less than 20 bucks for 3 people. Hurray! Very warm place. The staff was friendly, the clientele was all over the place, old dudes, thai couples, 20ishers, and a molding hipster (me). Blocks away from a great record store - Vintage Vinyl, the Davis stop on the purple line and the movie theatre. Accessible from farther points.

    (4)

  • Ryan F.

    Yum, just to cute and to delish. Too minutes to order and delish! whell chair accesibilyty is amazing, very wide entrance but the bathreoom is really tight and small

    (5)

  • Rick V.

    I had a really good BBQ Pork Noodle Soup here, and I also had fun looking at their collection of lunchboxes and PEZ dispensers while waiting for my food. I wouldn't eat here all the time (as I don't live in or frequent Evanston) but it was an enjoyable experience.

    (4)

  • Sydney V.

    I'd always loved the Cozy Noodle in Wrigleyville and this one is just as good. I like almost everything I've had and they deliver very quickly.

    (4)

  • Patti B.

    Cozy Noodle does amazing pad see ew - flavorful noodles, tender chicken, fluffy eggs, and generous portions of broccoli. I'll probably update this review when I try out their other dishes but so far consider me sold!

    (4)

  • Maggie E.

    I just had the worst dining experience of my life at Cozy Noodles and I feel the need to share. I went there for a friend's birthday. We were having a grand old time, we'd paid, but we were enjoying our wine, etc. when one of the waiters comes over and tells us we have to leave because there are people who need a table. We could see the door, there were about 4 people waiting and tables in the back open. But we said we'd be out in 5 minutes... As soon as that waitress walked away, a waiter walks up and tells us we have to leave. I informed him that we'd already been told we had to leave and we'd be out in a little bit. No more than 3 minutes later, the waitress came back and told us again we had to leave. At this point we were more than a bit offended. The waitress proceeded to go over and tell a group waiting for a table that we were the reason they could not be seated. She pointed to our table and made some angry remarks. No less than 3 more times the wait staff came over and demanded that we leave. If we were being obnoxious, I'd understand kicking us out. If we had been sitting at the table for 3 hours, I could understand kicking us out. But we were polite and had been there for 2 hours tops AND ordered 10 entrees + appetizers. Needless to say, I and my friends will not be returning to Cozy Noodles. I do hope they enjoy the loss of 10 potentially loyal customers.

    (1)

  • Alex W.

    Decorated like an antique shop this Thai place has great food and atmosphere. The Pad Thai is the cheapest in Evanston (by a dollar) but just as good as any other local place. As an added bonus this place is one of the only neighborhood BYOB restaurants and conveniently right across from EV-1 liquors.

    (4)

  • Bella D.

    Great place! Fun atmosphere! Lots of memorabilia and nostalgia from the decor. Love the appetizers - crab rangoon , egg rolls, and Pad See Eiw w/ beef.

    (5)

  • Robert V.

    Great place, have been there about 5 times and was never disappointed by the food. All dishes tasted so far were very tasty, cheap and quickly arrived at my table. Portions are generous too. Atmosphere is great for lunch, perhaps not to everybody's taste for dinner, but I like it a lot no matter when. Visit them!

    (5)

  • maggie d.

    I love Cozy Noodles to infinity and beyond. I will sing it's praises till the day I die. When I was a Northwestern Student, I would come here a couple of times a week some quarters. I love their Pad Thai and I have tried to find a good substitute closer to my house with no avail. I think I've tried 7 other Thai places and gotten nothing that would measure up. My only conclusion is that Cozy either: is the only place that can make Pad Thai correctly OR they make it wrong by putting their own spin on it. Quite frankly, I don't know and I don't care. I just love it.

    (5)

  • Daisy C.

    The collectiion of lunch boxes and other American kitsche creates a fun atmosphere and the food is terrific, too. I can't decide whether this or Siam Pasta is better...Suffice it to say they are both very, very good.

    (4)

  • Joyce Y.

    the cute decor and demure staff was not enough to make up for the food----absolutely the worst Thai food I have ever had in my life---and being from Hawaii and traveled through the east and west coasts of the US, I have tried quite a lot of Thai restaurants. everything we ordered, from the soup to noodle dishes was drenched in sugar---we had walked in hungry, but left most of our food on the plates and bowls. this ruined our evening. i'm sorry, but anyone who likes their food must a) not have any taste buds and b) not know what real Thai food is supposed to taste like this place was so bad that i finally made a yelp account just so i could report how bad they are.

    (1)

  • Kate P.

    Everytime I come to Cozy, I leave disappointed with the food. The decor is cute, and the food is super cheap, which makes it a fun place to come with friends. I suppose if you are a student used to dining hall food you might think this tastes good, but there are better asian places in Evanston.

    (2)

  • Jennifer W.

    Fresh, inexpensive, good pan-Asian food...no sushi...good for kids and easy to get in and out quickly. No fancy service -- you will get the food when it's ready, regardless of how many people are at your table. Refills on water.

    (4)

  • Kat W.

    This is truly an awesome Thai place. I've only gone there for lunch, so I can't still give 5 stars, but the lunch was great. An unique atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious food.

    (4)

  • Ross W.

    I ordered chicken pad thai, my go-to thai dish and it was very greasy without much flavor. Quite disappointing. But I've heard good things so I'll give it another shot.

    (3)

  • tim m.

    Great eclectic spot. BYOB is nice on the wallet too. Cool collections of things on the walls. Prices are reasonable, menu extensive, and food was delicious. Service was fine. We had older kids with us. They were apprehensive at first but loved the food in the end. Definitely will consider returning.

    (4)

  • Beth G.

    The servers can be bitchy, but the food is awesome and arrives on time. Really colorful place, too.

    (5)

  • Ramon R.

    Ah, sweet memories of delivery from Cozy Noodles. They don't charge much for delivery, but this is coming from someone who rarely ordered much more than the pad thai shrimp with extra eggs. I love Cozy Noodles and you will too, as long as you start with the pad thai shrimp with extra eggs and a lychee freeze (which, unfortunately, they don't offer year round).

    (5)

  • Julia B.

    I really enjoyed this Thai food. The spicy dishes were the best thing on the menu!!!

    (3)

  • Lela B.

    great deal. we're so happy to have them back after their fire. the food is so good here. try the green curry or the pad thai, or both. you can have a huge meal here for $5 or $6/person.

    (5)

  • Jaime W.

    Are you hungover? Do you love pad thai? Then 5 stars. Are you sober? Do you love pad thai? Then 3 stars. Cheap, fast delivery. Do it.

    (3)

  • M R.

    Great lunch specials, very good prices. Indeed a cozy place.

    (4)

  • Sherry W.

    I realize this place already has great reviews, but thought I'd throw my 4 stars in here. Food: Very good. Tofu was cooked perfectly. Wasn't spicy enough for my taste (after asking for spicy) but no worries, they had plenty of extra chili garlic on the side. Location: Awesome. Right off the redline Davis stop. Great little shops around, a theater is in walking distance, ice cream shops close by for dessert. Across the street (which is KEY for a good BYOB joint) is a liquor store with a really nice (shall I say fine?) selection of wine. Just what I needed. Ambience: A pop culture palace. Absolutley love this concept. Very cool stuff - pez, robots, metal kids toys, cigar boxes, license plates, and oddly - only glass lamp lanterns. Very comfortable and very cozy (ha). I like this place because it was exactly what a restaurant should be. The servers were attentive, but not wanting to be your best friends, the place was small but not cramped, the food was excellent, but didn't break me. I can't wait to go back - I'm going to have to start making excuses to get to Evanston...

    (4)

  • Gregg C.

    Everyone at Northwestern raves about Cozy. I have never understood why. The location sucks -- it's a distance from campus and on the edges of downtown. Yes, the decor is fun and quirky, but it's better suited to a diner than a Thai restaurant. As for the food, the appetizers are passable, although they really overdo the cream cheese in the crab rangoon. But the entrees are mediocre at best -- the spices aren't great (they do not understand "spicy"), they skimp on the meat, and some of their combinations are just bizarre. Who else uses carrots in yellow curry? Service isn't great, either. If you're with a group, they will never bring all of your entrees at the same time. Never. Prices are better than Evanston's other Thai places, but then you get what you pay for. The one highlight: It's BYOB, and Evanston 1st Liquors is right across Davis. A few glasses of wine makes the food seem gourmet! If you're willing to go to the edges of downtown for Thai food, go to Ruby of Siam on Emerson. It's a little pricier but MUCH better.

    (2)

  • Chi M.

    This place has good food, as a matter of fact they have AWESOME food. Reasonable Lunch Specials, "cozy" fun bright atmosphere, great overall prices.... BUT TOO BAD THE CUSTOMER SERVICE IS ROTTEN! I don't care if a place has the best ambience and food, but if the people that run it are @ssholes, thats the dealbreaker. Imagine coming into a restaurant having a great day, looking forward to a great steaming spicy plate of Ginger Chicken with Rice, but the waiters/managers show more attention to the "regulars" acting as if you don't even exist. Kissing all their @sses, smiling at their regulars, and me and my buddy are sitting there getting told where to sit and where not to sit with such stoic cold attitudes. F@#k them. From now on, if I'm ever in the Evanston area for lunch I'll order takeout from them. :-)

    (2)

  • Dawn L.

    Cozy Noodle is about as cute as a Thai restaurant gets--there are funny retro signs on the walls surrounded by collections of metal lunch boxes and vintage toys. Most of the restaurant is bright yellow with tile mosaics that break things up. That said, the food is mediocre. I want to like this place more than I do--I've eaten here probably 5 times--but the food just isn't as flavorful as I want it to be. The Thai restaurant just west of Clarke's on Clark is much better (sorry, I can't remember its name offhand).

    (3)

  • lindy s.

    This is my fave take-out/delivery place.... the food is very good and the prices insanely reasonable. I've not had a bad dish there and my current faves include Tom Khar, Crazy Noodles, Mild Curry and the Pad Thai. Have taken a few friends to eat in... and it's fun but can get loud at times so if you are wanting some place for a quiet conversation this would not be it... if, on the other hand, you're looking for some laughter, noise, and energy, you can't go wrong.

    (4)

  • Crystal L.

    I know this is a college town favorite, but I've tried it twice and just didn't really like it either time. The service for delivery is really quick and they seemed really nice, but the food just wasn't very good.

    (2)

  • Cat A.

    Everything I have ordered there has been wonderful. Ocassionally the service is slow and you may have to wait for a table but it is worth the wait.

    (4)

  • Kristen B.

    We live less than a block from Cozy and have been going there for months. Since I am lame, I mostly get the same thing which is Pad Thai Beef. Theirs is quite tasty and one of my favorite dishes in Evanston. The decor is crazy but fun and their lunch special is amazing. Basically you pay a little less for the same amount of food you would get at dinner plus soup and an appetizer. What prompted my review though was our experience Friday. Being lazy and watching the Big Ten go down in March Madness flames, we decided to order Cozy to be delivered. It was a Friday and they said it would be 45 minutes, no big deal. We called at 8:22 and at 8:31 our apartment was buzzed, they got the food here in less than 10 minutes - Amazing! Granted we do live close, but we could have barely beat that sitting in the restaurant. A really great place if you want some yummy food cheap.

    (5)

  • Vu N.

    i was impressed by the service. good food, homey.

    (5)

  • Leah K.

    I absolutely love this place and for the price it can't be beat! If you dine in (as opposed to delivery) you will find yourself with plenty to look at as they have collections of license plates, pez dispensers, bobble heads... etc. decorating their bright yellow walls. Everything from their panang curry to their basil chicken is great. While I am not the biggest fan of Pad Thai in general I have heard from multiple people that the crispy Pad Thai is wonderful. The service is very fast and they are very accommodating to large groups of people. It is byob, but there is a liquor store with a large wine/beer selection directly across the street.

    (5)

  • Wendy C.

    Like it a lot! Food is good and with broad selections. Great hangout place with friends. Creative and colorful interior design is also a highlight of the restaurant. Plus, yes, the price is very friendly.

    (5)

  • Matt B.

    I eat here at least once a week. The setting is extremely strange for a Thai restaurant - Pez Dispensers, liscense plates, and vintage lunch boxes adorn the walls, but the food is the best bang for the buck in town. The staff is friendly and the generous portions of food are served at record speeds. It's BYOB, and conveniently a liquor store resides just across the street. Bring a bottle of wine and they'll lend you a cork screw and glasses at no charge. I admit the whole menu is not great, but many items are simiply delicious. When I first started eating here I played it safe with "golden noodles" ,"mixed vegetables with chicken", pad thia, etc. These items are satisfying, if not that exciting. But if you want to enjoy yourself you have to go with a curry. Get the red or panang curry and you won't be disappointed. Recently I've been eating the Panang Curry with Noodles (crispy), which is delicious. If you're in to something with a real spicy kick, try the "stir fried red curry with shrimp." It's $2 more than everything else ($8.95 compared to $6.95), but it's worth it if you're in the mood. The stir fried curry is a thickened version of the original - more of a true sauce than a soup. It'll make you sweat, but it's delicious. Appetizer wise, the edamame is hot, saly and plentiful. And the crab rangoons are of course delicious. NOTE: Coupons can be found online - just go to their website: cozynoodles.com . I use the half-off second meal coupon and end up spending about $15 on dinner for two- including an appetizer. Make sure to have your coupon out when you order.

    (5)

  • Chris M.

    OK, I'm a sucker for noodles so take this review with a grain of salt. They do Thai dishes very well. Evanston has some really great restaurants!

    (4)

  • Jamie F.

    Lots to say about the toys and signs, very little to mention about the food. Cozy had come highly recommended by friends when asked about "Thai food in Evanston." We tried basic dishes: garlic noodles, pad see ew, and pad thai. Good prices, but we won't be going back.

    (2)

  • Lois A.

    I love Cozy! I work right next to it so I eat here a lot. The crispy shrimp pad thai is amazing. So amazing that five hours later heated up it tastes even better. I would love so much if this place was right down the street from me here in Chicago. Can't really BYOB while I'm working. I also adore the visual craziness of this place. Excellent spring rolls!

    (4)

  • Annie W.

    Decent food with really good prices. The chicken pad see ew I ordered was pretty decent-sized, I finished the dish clean and didn't feel overly stuffed. It wasn't as oily as some other places have been but the flat rice noodles were pretty thick and not as soft. There was a small piece of beef that found its way in my dish too. The decor is really cute although it doesn't have anything to do with Thai since its walls were filled with retro American gadgets (think bobbleheads, pez dispensers, those square metal lunch boxes!). I would envision it to be really suiting for a breakfast/brunch place though. As others have remarked, the customer service is lacking! I went on a really cold night and they sat us near the entrance by the door. When we requested to sit in the back which had a few empty tables, they said that they were closing in 30 minutes so no. Doesn't make sense to me! The lady that handled our money was abrupt and rude, never saying thank you and they never brought us over our hot sauce after multiple requests!

    (3)

  • Ken G.

    Food is good. BYOB makes it very noisy during peak times. A little crowded but inexpensive food and fast service make it a convenient place to come to for a quick meal.

    (4)

  • Ryan O.

    Ive only had 2 things here. The pad se ewe, and the pot stickers. The reason Ive only had 2 things is because what I have eaten is delicous, and I dont feel the need to try anythign else. Our server said they were her favorite dishes there, and Im sticking with that. The prices are great, and the decorations/atmosphere are eclectic and fun.

    (4)

  • Sasha R.

    I'm a bit disturbed by Maggie E.'s experience here, and would most likely give a 1 star as well if I had been in that situation. Alas, based on my own experiences, and until the waitstaff at Cozy personally offend me, I'll have to give them four stars. This is due to their wonderfully kitchy decor, their reasonable prices, BYOB, and because I don't feel sick from MSG poisoning after stuffing my face (like I do at many other cheap Thai/Asian fusion restaurants).

    (4)

  • Andrew Y.

    One of the better Thai restaurants around. The Pad See Ewe is very good, and their curries are excellent. If you order by phone, make sure to tell them in advance that you have a coupon.

    (4)

  • Lauren J.

    Delicious! What a gem in Wrigleyville. My friend and I went on Saturday night at 9pm and were able to sit outside on the patio. We brought 2 bottles of wine...BYOB and no corking fee! Although we weren't adventurous and ordered the pad thai, it was AMAZING. We also ordered crab rangoon (again, not adventurous) but both things were absolutely amazing. I'm a fan and defintely going back!

    (5)

  • Luke S.

    I agree with the previous review, when I was a student in at NW I used to hit it up all the time! The food is good, but not great. The price is amazing. You can walk away stuffed for 6-7 dollars. It is also nice that it is BYOB. I love the Green Curry, Crazy Noodle, and the Baby Eggrolls. Give it a try if you want a good affordable meal.

    (4)

  • Brenna O.

    Had a great experience at this Cozy Noodles in Evanston! I ordered fried tofu - so yummy and chewy! Unfortunately I can't remember exactly which chicken dish I ordered because there is a really large menu with lots of options to choose from. (Edit: It turns out I ordered Garlic Chicken Noodles.) My entree was semi-spicy and tasty and I made sure to tell the waiter beforehand that I did not want any fish sauce in my dish, and so it was delicious. It was so spicy that I needed something to cool my mouth, and their green tea ice cream was the best! I was dining alone and I wish I could have eaten the whole thing, but by the end of the meal the huge scoop of ice cream was just too much for me to consume. I was sad because I really had wanted bubble tea but it was not listed on their menu so I didn't think they had any. Of course after I paid the bill and walked out the door I saw they had a chalkboard sign listing all their bubble tea flavors! I wanted to smack myself on the forehead. I wish it had said it on their regular menu. You should go just for the entertainment value of looking at all the collectibles they have on the walls! From PEZ dispensers to lunchboxes to old radios, there's enough eye candy to keep you busy for your entire meal!

    (4)

  • Margo M.

    Pretty standard noodle joint. The egg rolls and pad thai are yummy, and the prices are good. They don't serve alcohol, but you can bring beer or wine yourself and they don't charge a fee. The ambiance is great though - if you go, make sure to check out the decor. Some of the craziest collections of stuff I've ever seen!

    (3)

  • Jenna C.

    Sorry, Cozy, you're downgraded to the take-out lunch designation. The last two times I came in I left feeling a little sick from too much fish sauce.

    (2)

  • V P.

    This is the first time I have ever written a negative review of a restaurant. I have gotten food here three times. The first time, it was actually pretty decent. The second time, I got food to go. I had to throw out the Thai ice tea- the most foul tasting concoction I have ever had. The entree was barely passable. Ok, so everyone has a bad day. Tonight I gave it another shot. The first thing that was terrible was the customer service. I came by myself, and there was one other table in the room of diners. After I ordered, a large group of people came in. Why exactly did their food come before mine? I cannot figure that out. Seems they forgot about little old me. My tom yum soup finally arrives 25 minutes later. I take one spoonful and cannot go on. It's like they dumped in a cup of sugar. I have had some pretty sweet-but still edible-tom yum before. I could not eat this. On a positive note, they did not charge me for this soup. My entree was pad kee mao. DO NOT ORDER THIS. When I have had this dish at other places, it usually has a nice mix of garlic, maybe thai basil, and perhaps some chili peppers. Their version was noodles with red pepper flakes dumped on it. I don't mind spicy, but I need some flavor with my spice. There was only heat and poorly cooked vegetables. The carrots were the worst. They were limp and horrible. I took a few mouthfuls, trying to scrape some of the chilli pepper off each mouthful. Finally, I gave up and asked for the check. I did NOT take home leftovers. I did stop for sushi on the way home. This is the worst Thai restaurant I have ever been to.

    (1)

  • Colleen R.

    Cozy has become one of my favorite lunch spots in Evanston. It's reliably cheap and tasty, the decor is bright and kitschy, and the speed of the service never fails to impress me. And it's a comfortable place (true to its name), whether you're dining alone or in a large group. Rock on, Cozy!

    (4)

  • Casia J.

    --I'm calling it 3.5 stars.-- I'm with Kate P. I've been going since it opened, I used to live a block away. I would have given it 3 stars up until a few months ago, but the last 2-3 times I was there the food seemed to have improved. The decor is great.

    (4)

  • Lena S.

    Cozy Noodle was a staple of our time in Evanston. Cheap, convenient, BYOB, relatively quick, always stuff to look at while you wait for your food (whether it's the lunchboxes, license plates, or NU undergrads born in the '80s dressed in '80s prom outfits). We couldn't stay away from the noodles panang and the tom khar soup. Pad thai is decent and the cashew chicken is great for a spicy fix. The red and green curry are better elsewhere, but the panang curry is delish. The food is definitely sweet, but that meant it is one of the few places I could eat without craving dessert afterwards. Portions are generous and they keep the enormous water glasses full. BYOB is an added bonus for impromptu celebrations as one of Evanston's only liquor stores is across the street.

    (4)

  • Shaun T.

    Anyone peering into the windows of this little nook might confuse it with a diner, with all the miscellaneous Americana lining the walls. I'm not sure what their decorator was thinking, but I certainly don't think "Thai" while I'm there. Looks are definitely deceiving! They passed my curry test with flying colors, delivering a flavorful and perfectly balanced Noodles Panang while I took a break from work. I cried, my nose ran, I was in utter bliss, and practically inhaled the dish in short order. I'm only sad that it's so far from work, because it makes a great cheap lunch! This is another company favorite, too. Sometimes we order for an entire conference room for those long grueling meetings; it's nice to have a little joy in the drudgery of boring specification overviews! Give it a shot, or two, or three, or...

    (5)

  • Keiko S.

    The food may be mediocre (3.5 stars at best), but it's perfect for students under a tight budget. Our favorite appetizers include spicy beef and chicken salads, and the entrees (curries, stir-fries, noodles, etc) are quite flavorful and well prepared. Generous portions, too. Not a fancy place, a bit tight, but has the unique decor of lunch boxes and pez dispensers. Can get really crowded, so it's always wise to make a reservation. BYOB.

    (3)

  • Emma O.

    Probably my favorite Pad Thai in town. Super fast, super delicious, and super inexpensive.

    (4)

  • Swapna P.

    My favorite Thai place in Evanston. It's quick, cheap, and a fun place to eat at. You can amuse yourself for a whole dinner just by taking in the thousands of old toys decorating the walls. Their food is quite flavorful and really filling. They don't overextend themselves like Joy Yee's, where a lot of their dishes tend to taste the same. Here, each dish is pretty distinct and well done. Service is pretty much what you would expect for a quick, casual, Thai restaurant catering mostly to college students.

    (4)

  • Larz F.

    Great food - great prices. Service is weird - sorry but that's the best way to describe it. Timing seems to be bad, but they are attentive, polite, and earnest. I've tried many things on the menu, but the Spicy Basil Leaves is outstanding and very authentic (a friend's mother-in-law from Thailand made some for us - and they were almost identical). Find myself dreaming about the food sometimes it's so good.

    (4)

  • Jesse S.

    I have had the opportunity to partake of Cozy's offerings on two occasions; once was delivery, enjoyed on a Friday evening over at my friend's house, sitting on the floor and watching episodes of The Office, and the most recent meal was enjoyed in-house with the company of a coupla jokers. The delivery experience was somewhat mediocre. I believe we had some form of curry with beef (not my first choice, but I'm an obliging guest) on top of these weird crunchy noodles. We had something else, too, a chicken dish of some kind, but I'm having trouble recalling it. The fact that I can tell you that my friend and I watched "Diversity Day" and the Dundee's episode leads me to the retrospective judgment that the company was more memorable than the meal. Not to denigrate my dinner companions, but my second meal at Cozy was far more noteworthy. The fried tofu--superb! The crab rangoon--above passable, but still can't compete with the cheese-filled perfection at Indie Cafe. Then it came time to order the entree--was just about to proclaim my desire for "green curry with tofu extra spicy" when one of my companions scooped my exact order. Going against my usual habits (typically in this case I would reconsider my meal), I stuck with the green curry, and am glad I did. With the first bite I was choking and gasping for air, reaching out to all of the 1970's-1990's cartoon characters looking down on me from their lunchbox homes that would hear me. FINALLY! a Thai meal with enough heat to make my eyes water! I felt appreciated, understood... like my desire to inflict self-pain during my dietary experiences was both intuited and valued. Extra spicy, you've delivered on your promise. Add to that the deliciously large chunks of vegetables, the crispy tofu, and peas! for the love of god peas! in the green curry soup, I was pleased as punch and quite soon after too full to finish. That said, I still can't wrap my mind around why they wrapped my leftovers in a plastic bag, tied it in a knot, and then put that in a paper takeout container. Imagine my surprise (bewilderment, confusion) when I went to reheat them for the next day's lunch. Hurm.

    (4)

  • Kristin B.

    Yum! I decided to order delivery from Cozy because of all the positive reviews on here...and now I can add my own positive review as well! I ordered the crab rangoon and spicy basil chicken....absolutely delicious! The spicy basil was definitely spicy enough and the chicken was ground, which I love. Prices are reasonable and delivery was fairly prompt....I will definitely continue to give Cozy my business!

    (4)

  • Tony T.

    The food is great, especially the Tofu Salad, but be wary of the service. Cozy is often busy (always a good sign a restaurant is doing something right), but the staff doesn't handle the dinner rush very well. I've experienced this several times. Just last week, I waited nearly 45 minutes for a simple two-entree take-out order. The wait staff was too flustered to even notice those of us sitting on the tiny bench near the register, with our hungry eyes getting bigger every time we saw someone else's plate carried past us. I asked once about my food and was told it would be out in a couple minutes. Fifteen minutes later I had to ask again -- and then a few minutes later it appeared, bagged and ready to go. I think it had been sitting in the kitchen for awhile and no one had noticed. When the place isn't busy, it's a restaurant I'd recommend for low-priced, delicious Thai food. If it's busy, though, I'd suggest thinking of a Plan B.

    (3)

  • Erin J.

    I like Cozy and so do a number of other people in the hood because it is always crowded. I think the food is alright. I don't like the crispy noodle factor and their curries could be better but other than that it's good. I love the decor even though I mostly do take-out here. I believe it is BYOB.

    (3)

  • Bodhi S.

    Sometimes service is slow, but only when they're hopping busy. The food is spectacular. This location is miles ahead of the Wrigleyville location. The food is better here, the service is better here, etc. Even if Evanston is out of your way, you'd be hard pressed to find better Thai food at a casual dining restaurant on the north side.

    (5)

  • Katy B.

    Yum yum - delicious and cheap, especially the lunch specials. The fried noodles that come with most dishes are something I haven't encountered before, but they're quite good. However, I hear you can get something more standard if you're not a fan. Service has always been quick, and they don't seem to mind catering to bigger groups (10+) even during the busy lunch rush.

    (4)

  • Molly L.

    I say my favorite thai dish is pad se ew, but really I just mean pad se ew from Cozy Noodle. Get some, and you will be happy.

    (4)

  • Chris S.

    The food here is pretty decent but not the best Thai restaurant around. I give this place two stars because of my first (and last) experience here with the waitstaff. After finishing my dinner with my friends, I look at the bill and see that they have entitled themselves to a 20% tip...uh WTF? I should note that there were only three of us dining, so this was extremely unusual. The service was good and I would have gladly tipped very well but I was taken back by their audacity in tipping themselves (how about you let me be the judge of your tip, you know, it being my money and decision and all of those commonly held notions abut tipping?) These people think so highly of themselves that they GIVE themselves the highest possible tip...please people, this is a neighbourhood Thai restaurant, not a 5 star f***ing joint. Another thing that just irritates me is that they would not split the bill amongst our group. I was thinking wait, you tip yourself 20% and then don't even bother trying to earn the tip by doing me the favour of splitting the bill. This place is not worth your time, don't go here, you will leave feeling seriously angry.

    (1)

  • Jolene H.

    My friend suggested this place for affordable, authentic thai food. Hmm. I was a little skeptical, to tell you the truth. Had enough bad experiences with orange pad thai that smelt funny in chicago. But-what a surprise! The best thai food I've tasted so far. Great spring rolls! And the portions were just right-not overwhelming. The curry could have been better, but heck, I can't complain. Especially since the specials cost me only $5.95. What was icing on the cake? The super cool decor they have with collectible toys and posters. I wanted to take one home. almost did.

    (4)

  • Mandy K.

    I LOVE Cozy Noodles. The best Pad See Ew and lunch special around. For lunch you get miso soup, then choice of egg roll, cucumber salad or spring roll, then full noodle or rice dish, all for $5.95. Great deal! I highly recommend the Pad See Ew, Golden Noodles, Crazy Noodles or Fried Rice.

    (4)

  • Sarah E.

    Cozy is one of my Evanston favorites. It has a great atmosphere with nostalgic items like a million pez toys lining the walls. What's great about Cozy is the food - Americanized Thai food at cheap prices. Always enough to take home for another meal. Very fast service. I have never been disappointed and have tried a lot of the things on their menu. The curries are especially tasty. Great value for the many college kids in town.

    (4)

  • Kim C.

    I have never dined-in or visited the restaurant, so I can't vouch for the service or ambiance. However, the food is AMAZING! I don't know how I could have gone through my college years without my trusty Cozy deliveries. Everything is good, from the mild curry to the panang curry to the chicken satay to the pad see ew (YUMMY!) to the thai iced tea, I have always been immensely satisfied. Granted, they mix up your order sometimes (make sure to speak slowly, repeat yourself, and double-check your order at the end of the phone call), but that's just a minor detail completely overshadowed by the DELICIOUS FOOD! Now that I live downtown and have yet to find a suitable replacement for Thai goodness, I am definitely missing Cozy, the best Thai food I've had in the Chicago area.

    (5)

  • kim c.

    I give this 2 stars only because I didn't want to be too mean but it really only deserves 1 star - but it was just a horrible experience. We ordered for delivery - and I made sure to let them know we needed change for a $100 yet when the delivery driver arrived and my boyfriend asked her for change she said "oh a hundred dollars - I don't know if I have change." so I immediately piped up and said "I specifically told them on the phone that they needed to send a driver with change for $100." she then suddenly had change for us. I really HATE drivers who deliver food and somehow don't have the right change for you. NOTE TO DRIVERS - If you don't have the right change - then chances are I'm not going to tip you. Part of your job is having the correct change. jeez. I worked in a restaurant for YEARS - and having change was just a given. Anyway - on to the food. The baby eggrolls were ok - but definitely NOT great. The crab rangoon was so weird. Now maybe I am crazy - but all the rangoon I've had has pink imitation crab in it - I swear to god- whatever chopped meat was in there was gray and black. We threw it away. We also ordered the Spicy Fried Rice. I LOVE super spicy stuff - but this was so hot it was almost inedible. I don't want to have to drink a glass of milk after every bite. It was like they took one million red pepper flakes and just added it to the rice to make it "Spicy". AWFUL. Threw that away too. Honestly - I'm sorry for this review because it makes me feel mean - but given that I grew up in this area - I'm used to AMAZING food - and this was just NOT amazing. I'd pass Cozy up. sorry :(

    (2)

  • Richard K.

    4 Stars means I'm a fan, and I am. Went there on a rainy Saturday for lunch and had a wonderful time. Like another reviewer said, you can't go wrong with "crazy noodles". Good food, nice waitress, airy bright decor, and very good prices. Maybe if I went there 10 times I'd lower its rating because the food wouldn't be perfect every time. But I went there only one Saturday for lunch and had a great time and a great lunch. You'll enjoy it. Drop on by.

    (4)

  • B B.

    Good food (though on the sweet side)at very reasonable prices. You can eat yourself stupid on the cheap. Cozy serves very generous portions, and there's always enough for lunch (and sometimes another dinner) the next day. I'm a fan of the panang curry, specifically when it's delivered to my doorstep 10 minutes after I order it.

    (4)

  • Ann Y.

    This place is close to my work which is really the only reason I go here. I find the food to be average and even border bad at times. I ordered the dumpling noodles thinking that there would be several dumplings but there was only one. The pad thai is ok, but not special.

    (2)

  • Soo H.

    It's a Thai place in the US...so don't expect the food to be super unique. They've got the same thing every other Thai place has; prices are the same as every other Thai place. The food is a little better, but come on, Thai is Thai, unless you're in Thailand. The main reasons I like this place is because the ambiance is nice; decor is cute-kitschy w/out being lame; it's busy, but not too noisy; food comes out quick; the plates & glasses are simple and nice (none of that ridiculous patterned hard plastic stuff usually used at Asian restaurants) & the restaurant is clean. It's a good place to have a casual meal...even a date, without appearing to be a cheap bastard.

    (4)

  • Joel W.

    Food is good, prices are great. The service is interesting. If you go with a multiple person party, don't expect your food to come out at the same time. They have not figured that out as of yet. It is a good inexpensive restaurant.

    (4)

  • Vrati D.

    Not a fan of our food or the service. We had the green curry which was watery and had minimal taste. They charged $2 to add mushrooms... A bit much no? We also had the Evanston noodles which was really sweet and tasted like the side peanut sauce for chicken satay. The service was awful. We asked for a dinner plate the said no. We asked for a side of rice and they came out twice to make sure that's what we wanted and to remind us that we will be charged. The only thing pleasant was the restaurant decor!

    (2)

  • Kelly C.

    I'm pretty sure I've eaten food from Cozy more than any other that I've left a 2-star review for, but I'm just over it... they're convenient and their decor is excellent, but the food is just honestly sub-par, even compared to the other mostly mediocre Evanston Thai restaurants (living in Edgewater spoiled me). Their shtick is frying everything, so they have crispy pad thai, curry over crispy wide noodles, etc., but it just ends up making everything taste dry. If you get a special curry you pretty much have to buy a side of rice because crispy wide noodles don't soak up the curry at all. I've tried a lot of different things and haven't said "wow, that's really yummy" to any of them. And they don't have a very good idea of spice level. Regular spicy is unbearable, and mild spicy is unflavorful. And the non-spicy dishes there is black pepper on top. Beyond Thai is way better, and others in the area are at least marginally better. But really, I miss Ben's Noodles on Bryn Mawr.

    (2)

  • David B.

    I headed here for the first time with some friends recently on a cold, cold night. I had passed by the place many times before, but never been inside. What a treat! The main room is playfully decorated with vintage lunchboxes, Pez dispensers, and more. It is definitely a cozy atmosphere. But I came there for warm food on a cold night and wasn't disappointed. The four of us shared the potstickers and shrimp rolls, and both were great. I had the spicy Tom Yum soup to get started after that and it hit the spot. I don't like very very spicy and this was right near my breaking point, so it was perfect. My entree was the low-carb Mixed Vegetables, which tasted great. I was eyeing my friend's nearly overflowing plate of chicken Pad See Ewe, and enjoyed a taste of that as well. Definitely hit up this place when in the mood for great Thai food.

    (4)

  • Benison C.

    Cozy is pretty cozy The interior has eclectic collectors items/ chachkies and the ambience is upbeat. There is outdoor seating and the place is byob w ev1 (liquor store) just across the street. Yes! I only give it 3stars because I've had better thai food. Maybe it was just the handful of times I've been there but it's tasted a tad too greasy. I've had their pad thai, see ew and BBQ pork soup. It's pretty standard thai food to say the least. Def a good place to take large grps of peeps though

    (3)

  • Mary M.

    Used to be one of my favorite places, but the one waitress seems to have zero concept of what a seafood allergy means. I was served food that had fish oil/sauce in it even after I asked if it had it included in the meal and she said no. Thank god for her supervisor overhearing our conversation and accommodating my severe food allergy. Overall great food, but very frustrating.

    (3)

  • Catie F.

    Cozy Noodles is just that - COZY! It's a nice rendez-vous spot for a casual date or dinner with friends. Both the food and the atmosphere are comforting. The collections of Pez dispensers and oldschool lunchboxes don't quite jive with the Pan-Asian menu, but the kitsch definitely has its charm. I would actually rate the food as good to excellent, especially the seaweed salad and all of the noodle dishes. The chicken satay was also yummy, though the shrimp shumai was underwhelming. One pro AND con is that it is BYOB. If you have wine on-hand, or a small cooler of beer - you're all set. They hook you up with glasses (and ice if you want it). I think they really lose a star for the curt, semi-rushed and generally indifferent service. But hey, I'm not there to hang out with the staff.

    (3)

  • Si R.

    Pretty mediocre. We ordered the Larb salad and BahnMi noodle dish to go. They had a coupon for a free appetizer with a take out order of $15 or more so we also got potstickers. We had to wait about 20min for our food, which is fine I guess. My salad was not anything special, and the noodle dish was pretty bland. The pot sticker filling had a very strange texture (almost like they had ground the filling to a mushy paste... So maybe lack of texture is a better way to describe it). I probably wouldn't go back again.

    (2)

  • Scott S.

    You get what you pay for. If you're looking for a cheap BYOB with decent food, Cozy could be your spot. Food was decent, service was questionable.

    (3)

  • Michelle M.

    We love this place and are quite picky about Thai food. Just the right level of spice and they are not skimpy with the shrimp or chicken. It is now our go to place.

    (4)

  • Jenn E.

    When you're craving Thai food in Evanston, Cozy Noodles is the place to come. BYOB, Cozy is an affordable, fun spot to come with large groups of friends or even for date night. The food is delicious, though watch out as it can be very spicy (even for someone with a decent spice tolerance like myself) so if you want it less spicy definitely ask when you order. Portions are huge - sharing is definitely a possibility, though for about $10/dish you can definitely afford to order one per person and take home the leftovers for later. I really like their drunken noodles and red curry. Service can be a little hit or miss but again, it's really affordable and BYOB so aside from sometimes wanting my water glass to be filled more rapidly it hit all of my service expectations. Food came out quickly, piping hot, and our order was correct (even though we were a party of 10).

    (4)

  • David L.

    Cozy is cozy, fun, delish. I went with a friend who is a local. He had the Pad Thai and Pad Woon Seen. The noodles are clear and you can see through them. I have experienced Thai food in L.A. and Houston. The food quality at Cozy was just as good as my other Thai experiences. The food is good but the decor tends to upstage the food. The cool stuff on the walls is a lot of fun to look at and discuss and take selfies with. I highly recommend Cozy.

    (4)

  • Ludovico Z.

    Food is usually very good. I've never been disappointed. Relative inexpensive food, but good quality overall. Perhaps what I like the most though about this restaurant is very unique decor! Its also very convenient that its BYOB and just located in front of the liquor store, so you can easily go buy whatever beer you would like to accompany your food with.

    (4)

  • Sharon C.

    I do like Cozy more than the other Thai places in Evanston, but I think it's just because it's the only place that has Crispy Pad Thai (my favorite!) and I think the decor is super cool, especially if you happen to be going there with someone you don't have much to say to... The prices and portions for the entrees are pretty reasonable, but I do think that the appetizers are a bit pricey for what you get. Unfortunately, the food can be a little hit or miss. I order the same thing every time (the Crispy Pad Thai, as I sad earlier), but sometimes it's perfectly crunchy and sometimes it's really soggy. The service is never that good here, either; it can be a little difficult to get someone to refill your water cup or bring your extra napkins.

    (3)

  • Eugene W.

    Cozy Noodles is a nice, homey, affordable sit-in restaurant. I highly recommend their Pad Thai (which is my favorite Thai dish anyways). Their crispy Pad Thai was much more crispy than I expected, so I think that I prefer the regular more. The crispy Pad Thai is definitely still worth it for those who like super crunchy dishes, though. The chicken satay is a good appetizer with yummy sauce. The tom yum soup is also very good. I highly recommend their Crispy Cod Fish with any type of curry or without any at all. It is a good amount of fish for the amount of money paid, and it is pretty good! I got it with green curry, and I can attest to the quality of the curries that they have at this restaurant. The servers are kind and there are candles at every table, giving the place a nice atmosphere. It is clean and comfortable inside. It's a perfect place to hang out with a small or large group of people, or just a meal for two. EDIT: After coming here several more times since my last review, this place is definitely hit or miss, with more emphasis on the miss side. In many dishes, they are extremely stingy with their meat. For example, in the Bamee noodles, the description looks amazing, but you'll end up with paltry amounts of each item. Many dishes will end up with you just having some noodles and vegetables. I am quite dissatisfied with the portion sizes, and would rather go to Thai Sookdee.

    (2)

  • Candace M.

    I used to come to Cozy a lot in college because it was a cheap, fun place (we came mostly for the BYOB). I went back recently and, not being so concerned with the BYOB aspect anymore, realized that the food is just OKAY. If you're going to dine here, I would stick to a noodle or rice dish (like a curry or stir-fry or a pad thai) and skip the appetizers. The apps we had were pretty subpar... pineapple in vegi spring rolls? Yuck. And the chive dumplings tasted like they came from a box. Which is fine... I just don't want to pay $5 for 3 of them then. You get the point. Also, the waiter and waitress that came by didn't know the menu, so they were a bit useless when trying to make a food decision. (Couldn't tell us the difference between green and red curry, for example, besides the color difference, which is well... duh?) Anyway, it is what it is: A cheap, casual BYOB noodle/rice place! Don't expect anything more!

    (2)

  • Danielle P.

    I had the red curry, and wasn't disappointed, wasn't impressed. I've had better curry. The decor in this place is pretty cute, which makes me really WANT to love it, but the food was just ok. They are also not very accommodating to large groups: we had two large tables of graduate students, all obviously wanting to pay separately (let's be serious here - Cozy is located almost on Northwestern's campus, and should be used to the fact that students pretty much always split the check. No college kid I know is going to take care of the tab for 20+ people, sorry). We made the mistake of not asking outright whether we could split the checks, but they gave us one check for TWO separate tables!! And on top of it, they said we could only use two cards on the check!! Chaos ensued. Just make sure you bring cash if you're going to split the check at Cozy.

    (3)

  • Doug R.

    I've been going here for over 10 years and I always get the Golden Noodles. They are fantastic. Just as good as it's always been. I'm usually there every few months.

    (5)

  • Paige K.

    I've only ever had fun times here. Bring cash if you're in a big group. But the fact that it's BYOB and across from Evanston's 1st Liquor store is literally GENIUS. The atmosphere's pretty fun as well.

    (5)

  • Cherie W.

    Fun, funky decor and good food. I usually get the Cozy Noodles which is loaded with veggies. The service is decent and the pricing is reasonable.

    (3)

  • Julia M.

    I am a big fan of Cozy. After living in Wrigleyville, literally next door to the Lakeview location, I was pleased knowing that there was a locate in Evanston/Suburbs. The food is always fresh and fast, and the portions are great. Went here for lunch the other day, and you get a free appetizer with your entree purchase for two people. The egg rolls were small and fantastic! You really can't go wrong with anything that you order on the menu. I recommend the Pad Thai and the Shrimp Dumpling. The only reason I did not give Cozy in Evanston 5 stars is because of the attitude of the waitress. She definitely did not want to be there, and seemed a little annoyed that she had to serve us today. Sorta sad, considering the awesome decorations and fun atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Carla G.

    Love the decor of this place! Many of the knick knacks brought on some great convo for me and my friends. (Beanie Babies, Pez dispensers, etc) it's all very nostalgic. . . The menu offers everything you would expect from a Thai restaurant. The prices and portions are reasonable. My only complaint is that they only allow one credit card per table & couldn't split the bill to use two. We didn't really get a heads up about this or an explanation why. Overall, I enjoy Cozy & will definitely come back!

    (4)

  • Elina S.

    Came here a whilleeee ago so this may not be the best review, but I stumbled upon it and thought hey, I remember this little Evanston place. I also think there's a location in Chicago, so that's something to keep in mind. Here are my notes: 1. BYOB-Always a plus, that's a star for sure 2. Very nostalgic atmosphere as there are toys, license plates, more toys, covering every wall and spot possible in this place. 3. The food is just a okay, the portions are HUGE but quality wise it's just eh. We got the egg rolls and the pad thai and the pad thai had thicker noodles than I prefer and it was just not tasty from what I remember, which is kinda sad because the place is so adorable and a great place to bring your kids, or your friends who like to act like kids 4. The service was average, nothing to rave about, nor did they mess anything up 5. I will probably not be back as I'd rather go to Joy Yees in Evanston for my asian fix even though I prefer stricly thai food any day. 6. Cannot get those adorable old school toys out of my mind, just them alone is worth the trip here. You will have fun :)

    (3)

  • Alex T.

    This was not my first time at Cozy Noodle, however it will be my last. When my friend and I were sat with a bottle of wine on a Saturday night, we asked if it was BYOB. The server responded saying there was no BYOB on Friday and Saturday. We were appalled as that not communicated anywhere in the restaurant. Then, towards the end of the meal, we saw a man and his wife enjoying a BYOB bottle of wine. I called the waitress over and she confusingly told us that BYOB was now somehow available. WHAT!?! Next, when we got the check, we asked if we could split the total on two cards, as you are able to do at all restaurants in the area. However, the very rude server said it was not allowed under a new policy. However this was not written on the menu, check, or anywhere near the cash register. I was forced to pay for the meal in its entirety by myself and, as a working student, this was an unnecessary financial burden for a situation that could have been easily avoided. Granted, the food was decent and portions fair. However, the service was horrendous. It was not busy on a Saturday night at 6 PM and it is not hard to see why. There are plenty of other popular Asian restaurants in the area where you know you'll get good food AND great service every time. I will never be coming back to this restaurant unless they treat their customers as more than commodities.

    (1)

  • Sarah P.

    Cozy has been consistent over the years. Recently it was weird when they said we had to order enough food to make a 7.50 minimum per person including my friend who wasn't eating. We basically had to order a whole extra entree that nobody really wanted, and when that still wasn't enough my friend got a to-go just to get them off our backs. As a restaurant worker myself I understand the frustration of low-paying customers, but I also know you can't brow beat customers into spending more.

    (3)

  • David G.

    An excellent choice for a quick, tasty Thai lunch while in Evanston. Service was nice, food tasty, and a nice crowd of students, academics, and locals. Chicken &rice lunch special was good, although uneven in temperature across the plate. Will definitely go back.

    (4)

  • Stephen A.

    Awesome place with cute, kitschy décor. License plates and Pez dispensers abound, which really match the casual vibe of the restaurant. Really cheap noodles that are delicious and really wonderful service. I've been here with one other person and I've been here with larger parties of 6+ and the service has always been really good. They do a good job of being accommodating--except when it comes to splitting the bill. Don't think they split more than 2 ways, so for those larger parties, plan to pay one of your friends for putting it on his/her card.

    (4)

  • Nikki S.

    Mom and pop owned and delightfully decorated with old school toys. I love their food, quick thai, for a cheap price, plus byob. Had the typical shrimp pad thai, chicken is too dry. Deliciously flavored. The only bummer is the spring rolls isn't the spring rolls I was looking for with peanut sauce. It was chicken, mung beans, and I think cucumber with a sweet and sour sauce. Not what I was craving for.

    (4)

  • George R.

    I've been to Cozy more times than I can remember. Cozy has standard Thai fare in Evanston. The food is pretty good, but not amazing. I probably the drunken noodles the best. I don't think they make basil eggplant with tofu, which is disappointing. I swear the portions used to be bigger here. I don't think you really get that much food anymore. So Cozy, if you're reading this, make the portions a bit bigger! This place is BYOB for wine and beer, which is nice.

    (3)

  • D G.

    We love cozy. The food is tasty and the service prompt. We've been coming here for over 8 years so there's been ups and downs with service but the food has always been superb.

    (4)

  • Steve R.

    Cozy Noodles has friendly staff, quick service, and good lunch special. Try the spicy panang curry noodles for a little kick! The basil chicken is delicious too.

    (4)

  • Andrew S.

    Im a big Cozy fan, cant give it 5* cuz it's the same as all the other thai places in Evanston. However, the potions and prices are right. Id say it tastes slightly fresher than some of the others (joy yee, siam pasta, siam paragon, thai sookdee, dozika, siam splendour, royin etc..) They deliver fast and are open an hr later than the competition. Try pinto thai kitchen and pick your favorite. You dont need me to tell you whats good here because its standard thai fare and we all know what we like as such.

    (4)

  • M J.

    This is the best Thai restaurant in the area. Very vegetarian friendly (you can order items without fish sauce, too) and their delivery is fast. I love the tofu satay!

    (5)

  • Katherine L.

    The Tom Yom soup is perfect on a freeze rain night. I got the veggie Tom Yom and it was chock full of veggies (cabbage, baby corn, carrots, snow peas, green beans,tomatoes) with a flavorful broth. I tried the crispy pad see yew wig chicken and broccoli..and the noodles were seriously crispy through...it wasn't exactly what I was expecting and perhaps on the salty side, however I've had the regular pad see yew and enjoyed it more. Friendly service and very affordable.

    (4)

  • Q R.

    I've since Thai is my favorite cuisine I tried most of the Thai restaurants in Evanston. So I decided to try this one the other night and ordered via delivery. Delivery was on time and I ordered Thai Fried Rice with extra chicken, Thai Spring rolls and my wife ordered Spicy Cashew with tofu. I was not impressed with what we ordered at all. I ordered extra chicken in my fried rice but didn't seem to get any (although I was charged $2 more). Additionally, the dish itself was lacking seasoning and was very bland overall. It tasted like something I could have made at home. The spring roll tasted dry. Almost as if the tofu didn't have any moisture even with the sauce. Taking a bite almost certainly necessitated a drink of water afterwards. My wife's dish was also equally bland and unimpressive. So much so that she barely touched it and had only a few bites. I'm really not sure how this place has so many positive reviews. Most of the food I ordered are pretty standard Thai dishes. In fact fried rice is listed as a signature dish at this restaurant but it certainly didn't taste like it. Maybe eating in is a better experience? Either way I'll stick to Siam Paragon, Joy Yee Noodle, and Siam Pasta.

    (2)

  • Hannah J.

    I'd like to start out by saying that I've been here many times over the course of five years. It is the perfect place to BYOB and have a pretty good, cheap Thai meal in Evanston. It doesn't hurt to have EV1 right across the street. That being said, we were in on a very slow night and the service was subpar. It was mostly common things like being ignored by the waitstaff for a long period of time. One thing, in particular, that was annoying was that they served the edamame without a bowl/plate to put the pods in. It is also notable that they do not split checks on credit cards. One card per table. All in all, the main reason to come here is because its a convenient BYOB place. I like the food and I will be back, but I wouldn't expect anything amazing.

    (3)

  • E. G.

    COUPON USERS BEWARE......I go here often and if you notice the server will ask if you have a coupon WHEN you order...well they do this for a reason....if you use a coupon the quality of food changes for example the chicken is replaced with so many other items...onions for example....and if you order chicken satay without a coupon the chicken is beautiful but if you use a coupon.....not so pretty. I didn't believe the portions and quality change when using a coupon...but a few of us did an experiment......if your on a budget use the coupon but expect much less....

    (3)

  • Gustavo A.

    The food is excellent and i have no problem with the service. I went there one day and under the table I saw roaches. Yes, roaches or pests. And they were like 3 inches long and not one, like 3. It seems that the employees do nothing about it. Since then I have never returned.

    (2)

  • Christine K.

    Heaps of salt and MSG hidden in the food. I visit Cozy once in a while because of my friends, but if possible, I try to abstain from eating here. While the interior of the restaurant itself does induce somewhat of a "cozy" feeling, the decorations can be overbearing at times. I suppose this could be a "hip" place for college students such as I, but I would much prefer Thai Sookdee.

    (2)

  • Carolyn M P.

    WOW !! What a fun place If you love to see the old toy's like ,rubber duckies, old license plates from everywhere,beanie babies and more. My sister and I came here today 2-15-14 after seeing this movie called Tim's Vermeer. We wanted something quick, the way it looked inside didn't feel like a Thai Restaurant. But I had the Orange Chicken w/ a side salad & a scoop of white rice & Thai Iced Coffee. My sister had her favorite Spring rolls that come in 2 but are fresh not fried in a sticky sauce, cucumber salad & BBQ Pork on lettuce. All mini meals. She also had Thai Iced Coffee. We both had fun pointing out the the good memories we had as a child. Then she said you need to check out the bathroom ? Cause there are more license plates & Pez dispensers !! The chicken was very crispy and you need to mix the rice with the orange sauce, wow I can eat this all day. Next time I'll ask for Broccoli I needed more green besides the salad. They add this pinkish dressing which has a nice acidity. I asked to try some of my sister's cucumber salad which was needed in the salad. A perfect match. I liked this, a lot.

    (5)

  • Elizabeth L.

    Fav Thai go-to in Evanston. Delicious, inexpensive, fast service, friendly staff. Have never been disappointed here. All the noodle dishes are consistently delicious. The beef salad is tart, generously portioned and fresh. The tom na soup is savory and not overly heavy with a nice coconut milk base, perfect for cooler weather. BYOB.

    (4)

  • Sarah F.

    I LOVE this place! This is, by far, the best Thai place in Evanston. Delicious and affordable lunch specials. The BEST Tom Yum soup I have ever had. Very small and cozy. Also, BYOB with a liquor store conveniently just down the street. The bathrooms are worth a stop. Both decorated differently and very cute. :)

    (5)

  • Eumi C.

    Cozy Thai is my FAVVVORITE Thai restaurant!! I love their crab rangoons, basil chicken, pad thai, pad see ewe, just to name a few. I have never been dissapointed here. I recommend it to anyone I know! YUMMMMM :D

    (5)

  • Amanda W.

    We love the one in Lakeview and couldn't wait to try the one in our new neighborhood in Evanston. Food was delish and service was fast! We're so glad to have this restaurant near us. Also love that it's byob.

    (4)

  • Amy L.

    I have been there several times. Food has been okay, not particularly good or bad, although sometimes I accidently ordered something that was really really spicy (this situation could have been avoided had the waiter asked how spicy I would like or at least reminded me first)!

    (3)

  • Layla L.

    Let me start with the good. I love the food. It's delicious and nice portion. That's where the good experience ends. So I come in to have dinner with friends. I have forgot my jailer to use for half off an entree. I pull the mailer off the internet on my phone and show the waitress. She states "No, can't accept it, you have to print it and bring it in". I show her it stating - it does not state coupon must be at hand anywhere on the mailer or coupon must be presented at time to order. Just states - inform at time of ordering. She asks the manager and comes back and just says No. Then the experience just gets worse. When ordering- orange chicken with house salad- I asked if I could substitute that for the cucumber salad. Thinking- there may be a substitution charge- my waitress again just states No. Can't do that. I then am just getting frustrated and just order another side salad. Again- food is good- BYOB nice. Well here comes the check- want to split with two couples on two cards. They again state only one. How is this supposed to work when groups or couples come. Just ridiculous. It's the same machine. Divide it by two and charge both cards. Unfortunately- Just not a great experience. Order take out!!

    (1)

  • Bethany A.

    Came here for lunch with my roommate on a Saturday. It was relatively uncrowded and service was pretty fast. I ordered crazy noodles with chicken and shrimp and got spring rolls as a starter (lunch combo). I actually really enjoyed the shaved carrot and sweet sauce they gave with the spring rolls. The actual main dish was pretty good, the sauce was slightly sweet and the noodles were soft. I actually wound up eating all the chicken and noodles and egg... the carrots and peas were slightly undercooked in my opinion. They only gave me two shrimp though for a noodle dish that size, and I expected at least three. I would come back, but maybe not for lunch because I thought the menu was a little bit small. Definitely reasonable prices though!

    (3)

  • Jay P.

    I always walk by this tiny restaurant, which is often quite packed on weekends, and finally decided to stop by here to try out their lunch special. By the time I got in, I was already an icicle. The nice guy working at the front counter offered me some hot water as if I were Tiny Tim. I ordered the orange chicken (I believe it was $6.95 plus tax.) The meal comes with your choice of spring roll or egg roll as well as a salad. For whatever reason, I wasn't offered a soup option, but I was drinking so much hot water that adding soup to that would have made me run to the bathroom. The orange chicken is your standard orange that you'd get at most restaurants. It had more than enough glaze and a lot more pieces of chicken than some other places. The salad tasted a bit like KFC's coleslaw, and the spring rolls weren't the crispy kind you might find elsewhere. I enjoyed the meal for the price and was happy that the service I received was attentive and efficient. I'll definitely stop by again to dine in, as it has a casual feel, and the decor is pretty awesome...license plates, lunch boxes, toys and other memorabilia!

    (4)

  • Kathleen J.

    Not only is this place adorable- the food is very crave-able. It's easy to find their coupons in the meal, so no matter what you order, it can be affordable. Definitely worth repeated trips!

    (5)

  • Alex B.

    I like this place - it's is quirky and kooky and a great place for dinner before a movie in Evanston. The food itself is good, though you can find better Thai. However, the fish cakes are particularly yummy, with lot's of good Lemon Grassy goodness. I like the place because of it's charm and it's outstanding price point. From a value perspective this place is the Bomb. We got out of here for $30 for the two of use plus $5 for two giant cans of Foster's from the liquor store across the street (Cozy is BYOB). On a seperate note - did you know that there is a law in Evanston that if you purchase a single beer of less than 40 ounces you must purchase two of them? Gotta love it - did the Schlitz Malt Liquor people put them up to this? The decor is awesome - shelf after shelf of pez dispensers, bobble heads, and lunch boxes. Straight out of the forty year old virgin. And, you can amuse your guests for hours by playing games like "find the Boba Fet pez" and "who is that fat guy next to Elvis." Bon Appetit!

    (3)

  • Rowena L.

    After 4 years of Cozy, I couldn't not do a Yelp review for this sacred place. It's part of the Northwestern college experience, and so I make this my last Evanston review (of my college years). Let's be honest, you come here because it's BYOB and it's got great, unique decor. The lunch specials aren't bad either. The food isn't anything spectacular. It's pretty average Thai food. I always get noodles, so I can't comment on the entrees. The noodles are good and the portions are large. Service is pretty quick and while the servers do have accents, they work very hard to communicate with you and make sure you're satisfied. I've had a couple of misunderstandings on dishes in these years and had to send dishes back due to dietary restrictions, but they've always been good about it. At the end of the day, it's the most reliable noodles place in Evanston, and each time you always notice new cool collectibles on display that you haven't noticed before.

    (4)

  • Elizabeth D.

    I have really enjoyed everything I've had here - pad Thai and garlic chicken noodles are favorites - and their lunch specials are pretty amazing. Not to mention you can get thai iced tea to go, and they're very generous with the cucumber salad!

    (5)

  • Tom K.

    Love Cozy Thai Awesome crab rangoons and noodle dishes. Best Thai food near by!

    (5)

  • Jennie S.

    BYOB. I've only eaten here twice, and realized this the 2nd time when I saw two groups that brought in their own six packs. Their wall decorations are AWESOME and organized by wall. They have pez dispensers, license plates, lunch boxes, tsatske type stuff. It keeps you pretty entertained while you're waiting for your food. This is helpful since they're not the speediest. Their food is good. I ordered the pad-see-ewe with tofu and it was delicious. The first time I went, I ordered panang (red) curry and it was SUPER spicy. They charge extra for additional tiny bowls of rice, so practice rice conservation. Check out their website for specials and discounts before you go eat there.

    (4)

  • Toby L.

    Meh. This place is very overrated I ordered a panang curry, and while it was pretty nicely portioned, the curry wasn't as flavorful as I had hoped it would be, given the hype about this place. Pricing is a lot better than Thai Sookdee a few blocks away, but what you save in price costs in flavor and tastiness factor. Can't really complain much, but it's an OK place that's not great, but not bad. If you're just eating with a few friends, then this is a pretty nice place to go to on a regular basis, but if you're celebrating any special occasions or having a special meeting - Thai Sookdee has much more flavorful dishes and has a better environment. Speaking of which - the location of this place is a little off the beaten path and on the farther end from campus, and in a slightly less safe area of town, so it's mildly inconvenient to come here for (honestly not too great) food. I'd rather just walk a few blocks away and go to Thai Sookdee on Church instead The only thing that makes me give this place 3 instead of 2 stars is the price. The price is extremely student-friendly and fair...otherwise, food wise, it would be a solid 2 stars. I'll be merciful though just because of the nice pricing. I'd skip it and just buy a jar of curry from whole foods or something instead, but I don't have anything really against the place. It's just...meh.

    (3)

  • E M.

    I've been meaning to go to Cozy Noodles and Rice for years and, holy cow, am I glad I went. During a lazy, low-key weekend earlier this month, I finally decided to pull the trigger and mosey on over. I'm quite glad I did. So glad, that I went back two nights ago. The interior is incredibly eclectic with all sorts of cool collectibles like a wall of pez dispensers, another of old license plates, and many more. It is quiet, casual and cozy. The servers are quiet, but effective, and checked on us regularly. We were greatly surprised when we ordered our appetizers and they came out, literally, 3 minutes later, but still delicious and fresh, and huge portions. Another big plus is that it is BYOB, wine and beer only, in addition to being incredibly affordable. Two appetizers and two entrees, plus tax, was only ~$27. Definitely try the Evanston Curry Noodle. Beware, though, because this stuff is like crack. Go. Enjoy. Return.

    (5)

  • Steve A.

    Cozy Noodles is a funky little cafe near Ace hardware, on Davis, but on the other side of the tracks from the business district. The striking thing about the place is the collections of tin toys, Pez dispensers, license plates, canned good, and other oddities that line the walls. Despite its name, it doesn't serve comfort food (unless you're from Southeast Asia), but rather Chinese and Thai food. Our food was good -- "spicy" definitely means spicy -- and the prices are very reasonable.

    (3)

  • Liza P.

    I absolutely love Cozy! I always get the green curry and it is consistently delicious. The place has fun and quirky decorations on the walls, and the waitstaff and fast and friendly. Sometimes I get carryout from there to pick up on my way home from work. I call them when I'm a couple of blocks away and by the time I arrive, my food is all ready and packed up at the register. I don't think I've ever had to wait for them to prepare it. It's BYOB, and Evanston 1st Liquors is just across the street so you can easily grab something to drink on your way over.

    (5)

  • Laura B.

    Really?! Having eaten here several times with large groups or just one other person, Cozy is now off the list. Not due to the food, but due to the abysmal customer service after having gone there with another couple. Out of nowhere they suddenly refused to split our check between two credit cards. Finally, it took requesting the manager to run our check. She then thought it was appropriate to scold us and tell us "don't expect to split a check on cards again". If this is their policy, they should put it on the menu so people know before ordering.

    (1)

  • Keith A.

    mmmmmmmmmm, thai food. Gimme moar. I was jonesing for thai and needed some delivery since I felt like being lazy and not going out to get it. Enter cozy noodles. I made sure to go with some normal staples like chicken satay and some crab rangoon while also getting some spring rolls. I liked the fact that the chicken satay wasn't already on skewers and were just loose pieces of chicken. The spring rolls were extremely good. I was doing my best not to just run right through them. The crab rangoon was excellent and was packed with cheese and meat. These weren't your normal crab rangoon's that don't have much meat and are more flaky crust, these were more meat and cheese. Since my friend and I were chomping down on the food, we also ordered up some entrees. We got some chicken pad khee mao and shrimp bamee noodles. the pad khee mao was good, but the noodles were just okay. They did it right with the amount of heat on the spices, but I was really wanting for some better noodles. But, in comes the shrimp bamee to bring back something real good. The noodles were really good and I was doing my best not to fully bogart the food. Most of all, it was very affordable. A lot of food was ordered and it only ended up costing around $30 after tip

    (4)

  • Jenny F.

    I love this place. Every time one of my friends comes to visit, I take them here. It's like an 80's throwback/garage sale/ebay collector's heaven. Pez dispensers, lunch boxes, random action figures and robots, Elvis, license plates...a little ADD, but they make it work. and it's cheap! nowadays it's very rare to find a place that serves actual meals for under $10 that don't make you feel like you need to carve out your arteries after you eat them (read: fast food places). and if you can get a coupon (either the Northwestern Daily, those mailer thingies, or online), it's a steal. Buy one entree get one 50% off! The portions are just right too. You could finish it all if you're really hungry, otherwise you have a nice little take out box when you're done. It's not blow-your-mind-fan-freaking-tastic food, but it's good thai, and it's cheap, which to me, makes it great thai. i recommend the pad see ewe, lard na, or the bamee noodles. i luh me some cozy noodles & rice.

    (4)

  • Chris H.

    I love this place! The food is the best Thai byob in the Chicago area; and as a vegetarian I've been to a lot of Thai places. But even beyond the great food, the ambiance is just so fun--you're surrounded by toys! Definitely recommend!!

    (5)

  • Christine B.

    I really wanted to like this place. I love a good pad see eew, but I won't go here anymore as it was sub standard. I tried it twice, and have given up.

    (2)

  • Nikki K.

    I've been here a bunch of times to eat in and for take-out. It's pretty good thai food and not expensive. The service is super quick, so quick that one time we received the check before our food! I really like their panang curry and crazy noodles with tofu. The portions are good for the price too. The restaurant itself is really fun. It has tons of toys and signs all over the place. I'm sure kids would love it. The take-out order service has been good too. I've never had to wait a long time for my food. Definitely my go-to for cheap thai food in Evanston.

    (4)

  • Candice G.

    This place is what the inside of my head looks like. Just a sh*t ton of nostalgic toys and colors, a life size Elvis replica, it's BYOB, reminders that dessert is the backbone of any diet, and there are robots a plenty... that's right, robots live in my brain. Just call me Yoshimi 'cause I gotta black belt in karate... okay, I only made it to green belt IRL but the point is, I'm f*cking fierce. I've been debating between a 4 and 5 star rating but settled on the 4 because the food was really good, but not super great- though their portions are super generous. We got the spicy Tom Yum soup and Fried tofu. And for din I got Spicy Basil leaves with tofu and the BF got some sort of giant beef dish that he couldn't finish if he wanted to leave with his top pant button still in tact. Lucky for me, I wore stretchy pants... aka, God's answer to Thai food. Amen! I will say that I was pretty disappointed with the bubble tea. I got the plum bubble tea and was defo not a fan. I gave up after a few sips and tried to force feed it to my BF because I hate for food to go to waste. I ended up taking most of it home and using the giant straw as a dart gun and the tapioca bubbles as darts on my from front lawn in the snow. They were much better suited for that anyhow. Also, ordering was kind of difficult here, as our server's English was very, VERY limited and my ability to decipher things even when said with a very minimal accent, leaves much to be desired. We were not a good pairing. I will totally be back, maybe for a birthday dinner with friends, since I like making people drive as far as reasonable possible to celebrate me... and because I can't stay away from a place that is straight out of a Flaming Lips concert.

    (4)

  • Jessie L.

    I went here a while ago with some friends and had the WORST experience ever. I don't remember whether the food was good or not, but it couldn't have been that good, because all I remember is the TERRIBLE service we got here. The place was pretty busy and we were seated at a table for 4. After we had ordered our food though, the waitress came over and told us we had to squeeze around a table for 2 to make room for new customers. Needless to say they did not receive much of a tip at all. I've never been treated so poorly as a customer.

    (1)

  • Katie F.

    Not a fan. If you want BYOB and Asian food, why not just go to Zoba? The food here is inconsistent when it comes to quality, and it's often way too noisy. I had Pad Thai here and it tasted like stomach acid. If that wasn't enough to make me not want to eat here again, the poor service was.

    (2)

  • Brian F.

    My first experience at Cozy Noodles was a positive one. While the service was a little slow and inattentive, the food drastically made up for it! The vegetable eggroll appetizer was just so-so, but the Pad Thai with tofu was one of the better versions I've had, and the Panang Curry w/ Chicken was very flavorful and delicious. I also like the laid back, fun atmosphere and I'm looking forward to coming back to try out some of the other offerings.

    (4)

  • Elizabeth W.

    Cozy gets bonus points from me because: *Satay tofu! So few restaurants seem to have it these days. *Satay tofu that isn't greasy and mushy! Mine was perfect. *Peanut sauce that doesn't taste like sugar and peanut butter! There was a little heat to compliment the sweet. *Pez dispenser heaven (or hell, depending on how you feel about them). They basically have a wall here where Pez dispensers go to die. *I somehow got parking right in front of the door. There was also another spot open two spaces away. Since when can you park on Davis that easily?!? *Lunch specials. Lots of 'em. Those were all unexpected goodies on my visit here, but there were also the "gimmes" any restaurant must have in order to get more than two stars from me--reasonable pricing, staff that does its job, a clean setting, and food that does not make my mouth, stomach, or bowels hate me for ordering it. This isn't the greatest Thai food in the universe, but it's not bad either, and you can get in and out in a pinch without wishing you'd spent your money elsewhere. Of course, if you like the much-discussed decor, that's worth something all by itself. Note to cat lovers: sometimes the shop next door has cats playing in the front window. Peek at your own risk...you may die of cute.

    (4)

  • Marisa R.

    Food was fine but the service was terrible. They added a 20% gratuity to a party of 4. One member of out party's food was forgotten. Try Thai Sookdee instead.

    (2)

  • Nina I.

    I came here for a quick lunch and I really liked it. Their food was OK, and since it failed to mesmerize me I took off a star, but the decor of the place was awesome! Maybe if they re-evaluated their food to match their crazy cool displays and quotes on their walls then I would come back and add the last star. I had the spring rolls, cucumber salad, fried rice, and spicy noodles [I forgot the name sorry :( ]. The servers were fast but unfortunately a little bit hard to understand. I also wish they didn't seat me on a wobbly table good thing I was too distracted by the lunch boxes on the shelves and countless other things scattered about. Lastly, this place is BYOB and there is a cute little liquor store conveniently across the street. Could it get any better than that?

    (4)

  • Kit G.

    Cheap, but not very good. I ordered take out for lunch. I tried the chicken with broccoli and rice. It was not very good. It had a strange taste to it. I only ate half of it and I doubt I will eat the rest.

    (2)

  • Dave S.

    I don't understand all the rave reviews for this place. True, the prices are low, it's BYOB and the decor and atmosphere are festive. But we've been here twice now and didn't like the food on either occasion. My first time I got the rama noodles and they were ridiculously crispy and there was very little chicken in my dish. I forget what my wife had the first time, but she was also underwhelmed. But the place was crowded and cheap, so we thought perhaps we ordered the wrong thing. We went back today for lunch and again neither of us liked what we had. I ordered the kung pao chicken, a dish I normally love, and didn't like it at all. Once again, there was very little chicken. And it had a thin, runny sauce that wasn't spicy, like kung pao usually is. (It even says spicy next to it on the menu) My wife had chicken pad thai- now how can you screw that up- but somehow they did. It was coated in a fish sauce that just wasn't good at all. I love pad thai and when she didn't finish hers, I thought about eating it but after tasting it said "no thanks." We told them that we didn't like either dish and they said, 'well, we make things with a different recipe than people are used to." And they didn't offer a discount or anything else. We won't go back.

    (1)

  • Courtney M.

    Cozy Noodles has delicious food and it's BYOB, yay! The service, however, leaves much to be desired. I once went with a large group of people: DO NOT DO THIS. 30 minutes passed between the time the first person's food arrived and the last person's food arrived. One member of our party accidentally went to another restaurant (Cosi), so he brought his leftover food to Cozy Noodles to spend time with us. He wasn't even eating the leftovers, there was just a bag on his lap. An employee of this restaurant walked up to him and told him he was being rude for having outside food here. It was totally uncalled for and left a bad taste in everyones' mouth.

    (2)

  • Al D.

    The sum of my recent visit to Cozy Noodles: not too shabby, but could be better. Actually, I'd like to give Cozy Noodles 3.5 stars. The decor is fun and cool trip down memory lane. I can see how it can be appealing to near-by HS and college students (plus recent grads), and families as well. The food here is good, but I wouldn't call it the best Asian fusion in the area. After placing my order, my dish, the Bamee Noodles, came out 4 minutes later. My table was quite surprised at this; maybe it was sent back, maybe it was microwaved. It was still intact and I ate it and enjoyed it. Everyone else's dishes came about 3-4 minutes after mine; I started on mine before it would get cold. Another one of my co-workers ordered the veggies with noodles, and there were no noodles in her dish at all. Prices aren't that bad, but I wouldn't exactly call them budget-friendly, either. Per plate it's about $7-9, in addition to soft drinks.

    (3)

  • Brett M.

    The Cozy Noodles experience....... I've been here several times and plan on going again. The food is solid and the portion sizes are very generous, all at very reasonable pricing. Each dish comes with a base variety of noodles in tandem with your choice of chicken, beef, pork, or Tofu. The service here is nothing to write home about HOWEVER it's not bad. I come to Cozy Noodles with the idea of being left alone.

    (4)

  • Ju L.

    Love this place-- I keep wanting to do the BYOB but always forget. Great for large groups as well as for a date-- though at times you may be sitting uncomfortably close to the other table. The decor is cute, blah blah blah, but who cares when the food is enjoyable, the service is attentive, the space is clean, and the prices are low? Your experience here is going to be the exact same every single time. They have the reliability of a fast food chain, it's a little creepy. But with decent Thai. Yes, the food is surprisingly good, with reasonable portions. Sometimes it can all feel a bit packaged, but much of that is because of the colorful acrylic tumblers and toy-store ambiance. I love the green curry, which comes with your choice of meat even though the menu doesn't say that. The pad thai is one of the best efforts you'll find in Evanston. This is saying a lot. Something to note: they disseminate coupons EVERYWHERE (coupon packs in the mail, the Northwestern Daily and other Evanston papers, anything they sponsor...). I never eat here paying full price for 2 entrees. Because $12 for dinner-for-two is sweet.

    (4)

  • Sandra W.

    The food is good for the price you pay. Sometimes I feel like the things that I order (I always try to order something different each time) and it's very heavy. I can never finish a whole plate and if I do, I don't feel good afterwards. I dont' know, it's a little heavy for me. The drinks are good though. like the smoothies and such. It's in a great location. The service is fine. It's pretty authentic. It's BYOB. I like the decorations at the place. It has a bunch of license plates all over the wall and random decoration collections. It's fun to look around.

    (3)

  • Drew N.

    Cozy Noodle still stands as my all-time favorite Thai, and i'm definitely picky when it comes to this. I have yet to find a panang curry that matches up to theirs, a very unique and sweet flavor that is just delicious Can't go wrong with the Pad Thai either, very flavorful. I personally think they also have some of the best potstickers out there. There's something about them that is sooo good. Crab rangoon really good too. Best part, it's very affordable and is BYOB.

    (5)

  • Gina G.

    Friend and I went because the restaurant we drove across town for was closed. Oops, it was a happy accident though. Best thai I have ever eaten! They were packed and the food still came quickly they kept my water refilled. I wish I lived closer!

    (5)

  • Kyle I.

    Cozy noodles is a pretty standard thai place, but is anything buy "cozy". The decor is full of cross-generational knick knacks and toys that make you a bit anxious of accidentally knocking one over and breaking them. The tables in its secondary seating area are made from antique sewing machines - with the foot lever still attached and functional beneath - that are not comfortable especially if you like space to rest your feet. The food is good. I order my pad thai with spring rolls. Pretty standard and yellow, like I like my pad thai. Very filling and usually around $7 total? pretty good deal but since I discovered the Siam Thai place closer to my office I will not be making the trip to downtown Evanston as much anymore.

    (3)

  • Amy L.

    Cozy is super cute! My theory is that a vintage collector procured so many neat items that he had no more room for, that he decided to open up a whole establishment to display his treasures. Traditional, feel-good noodle dishes as well as interesting original creations are presented just as artistically as the restaurant. The taste is also excellent, and the waiters are open and friendly. Charming and unique, yet nostalgic and homey. Great place to go with friends.

    (5)

  • Stephanie C.

    Cute little Thai restaurant located a little out of the way. The decor inside is cute and quirky, and the BYOB policy attracts a lot of students and groups of men. I got the Pad See Ewe, which was delicious and not too pricey (~$8). Service was quick, and I think I'll come again to try some of the other dishes on the menu. Cozy has hard competition, though, as Thai Sookdee is one of my favorite restaurants eve, and I have little incentive to travel farther south to Cozy when Thai Sookdee is so much closer!

    (3)

  • Sara A.

    We've been going to Cozy Noodles for the past 11 years, and we have always loved it. The food is good, inexpensive and we know we're going to get the same quality every time. We usually get take out, which has always been speedy and accurate. When we've eaten in the restaurant the service has been fast. The servers aren't overly friendly, but that doesn't really bother us. It's usually pretty full on the weekends, so get there early if you want a table and plan to be seated pretty close to your neighbors. Our favorites are the Panang chicken curry, Dumpling Noodles (I usually ask for extra dumplings) & Cashew Chicken. I love their Wonton Soup. It is so tasty and delicious. And all their spring rolls are very tasty as well. Their Pad Thai is also very good. The only reason i don't give five stars is that after 11 years, not much has changed on their menu.

    (4)

  • Sarah J.

    I'm so happy I found this place a few weeks ago. It's such a cutely decorated place, and it's perfect for date night. It has pez dispensers all over, and it's dimly lit. The music isn't too loud, and they usually play acoustic covers which is nice. It's also reasonably priced, which is hard to find around Evanston! I got tofu with peanut sauce and broccoli, and it was delicious! It's easy to mess up tofu, but they cooked it perfectly. The sauce was rich and just the perfect thickness. I would highly recommend this dish to fellow vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike! This place is BYOB and there's a liquor store right across the street, which makes this place perfect.

    (5)

  • Greg B.

    I live in the East Lakeview area and really like the Cozy's there., but my best friend and I went to a movie in Evanston and decided to try the Cozy's last night. We arrived around 7:30pm and they were not that busy. I loved how large the restaurant was and decorated cool like the one in East Lakeview...but that is where it all ended for us. We were led to the side room for a table where there was no other customers. we asked if we could sit more toward the front and the host/server fanned his right arm out to the right very rudely without a word to motion, any table. we brought a bottle of wine and the server just dropped the wine opener at the table and walked away. It was really rude. As a former server, I know you would never do that, but open the wine bottle for the customer. (Hint: if you do that it may help with your tip at the end) We ordered the Vegetable rolls with the peanut sauce and they were very small. The same ones in East Lakeview are larger and much better. There should be a consistency here! My friend ordered a dish and asked for more bell pepper and no tomato. The dish came out with more tomato and not more bell pepper. The waiter apologized and said he wasn't paying attention...really? I do want to note again, the portions here are larger than the ones in East Lakeview...why is that? Again, its the consistency problem here with both restaurants. When the check arrived a different person dropped it off (male) who didnt smile and was rude. I even tried to engage him and nothing. It appeared he had major attitude and hated his job. When we paid our bill we told the person at the register how unhappy we were and that we would not be back. He bowed to us and said, sorry. If you are going to have return customers, please make things right and change what you are doing. This was a major disappointment and not worth the time or money spent. I am hoping to speak with the owner of these restaurants when I go back to Cozy's in my neighborhood. Change the service, attitude and quality of your food in Evanston and be consistent with portion control at all places. We won't be back here......sorry.

    (1)

  • Steve H.

    It's inexcusable to not have basic SSL security on a site that requires a credit card to place an order. Cozy, talk to your provider. Or switch to Yelp for online ordering, since that's where many customers start from. Waiting until after the order is placed to notify customers that it'll take 30 minutes to prepare (or 60 to deliver) also seems customer-hostile.

    (1)

  • Bonnie R.

    Absolutely my fave Thai place in Chicago/Evanston. Every time I eat Pad See Ewe anywhere else, it pales in comparison. Even the Wrigleyville location of Cozy Noodles isn't as good. When I worked in Evanston, I'd eat lunch there about once a week.

    (4)

  • Aditi R.

    This place is exactly what it's name implies. I live just around the block but finally tried it 4 months after moving here. I loved it, portions were good, def enough to have leftovers for another meal. The shrimp cakes were great and so were the drunken noodles. And omg the Thai iced tea comes in the cutest ever mason jars! See pic! The decor is freakin awesome I love love love the tables. Service could be better though I felt my server was kinda checked out and not really with it. I also felt she was rushing us a bit. That's the only reason for the 4 star but food was fantastic! Will def be going more often!

    (4)

  • Dan C.

    Cozy is an eclectic shop full of vintage decor, but lacks real flavors to be fully represent Thai cuisine. The restaurant is BYOB if dining in, and portions are reasonable for the price.. I understand there is a lack of really good Thai food in the Chicagoland, but to me this place does not help the cause nearly as much. I ordered the pad thai with chicken, which came out to about $7.75. Choosing either beef or shrimp will jack up the prices even more, but what I expect from pad thai is something fresh, colorful, salty, tangy, sweet, spicy, intricacy, and harmonious blends of flavor. This really did nothing for me. The noodles tasted old, the chicken tasted frozen and lacked really any flavor, and the overall dish lacked any sort of cohesion. I think a better attention to detail and fresh ingredients will truly elevate this place. The decor is very whimsical and fun inside, but the food did nothing for me.

    (2)

  • Grace H.

    I think it's my most favorite Thai restaurant in Evanston. The interior is just so quirky and unexpectedly adorable! Pez collections, license plates, quotes... the walls are covered from head to toe. I love coming with friends. We always get the Pad thai, or Pad see ew (frikken amazing), red curry and then some appetizers. It's also BYOB, so I remember my friends and I bought cheap wine and celebrated it cozily here at this restaurant. We shared all the dishes, and shared great conversation. It's not very crowded~ but it's never empty. I just think the service can be a bit better. The workers are always a bit grumpy. I have to wave my hand obnoxiously or repeat Excuse me a couple times to place my order or ask for a spoon. Still, the food comes out pretty fast. They do include gratuity in the bill!! Be careful! My roomie and I love thai food and we've concluded that this is our place to go!

    (4)

  • Isabella R.

    Yummy. Panang noodles is very good. Suitable for vegans if you ask for no oyster or fish sauce.

    (5)

  • Astrid G.

    Dropped in on New Year's as it was one of the few restaurants open that night. Ordered takoyaki - these were delish! had the rad nar and spicy udon as well. The rad nar took me back by surprise - there were no see ewe like noodles, and instead all there was were really crispy... things that resembled fried wonton skin? my partner didn't mind but I found it so weird as I wasn't expecting it at all. spicy udon was good. a little on the sweet side though, which I'm not a huge fan of. Would come here again, BUT it's not cheap. and what can I say about the deco that everyone else hasnt already said? it's heaps cute and quirky.

    (4)

  • Jingles J.

    It's our 4th time here and last Saturday night came back to celebrate boyfriend's birthday with friends who haven't been to this cool place ... Because I was bringing 15 people I had to make reservations though they really don't make one . On that night it was packed . We still have to wait for another 15minutes to be seated (staffs apologetic for the waiting time) then we all ate while our arms bumped with each other ... Food was superb as usual , very affordable .

    (4)

  • Catherine Z.

    Cozy Noodles & Rice aims to create a loving atmosphere for its customers with a whimsical decor, but ultimately fails to capture a crowd with its mediocre food. Cozy is conveniently BYOB, a factor strongly considered by many college students when they decide to go out for a meal. The restaurant is also reasonably priced, with most entrees costing less than 10 dollars. If you order smartly, you may find yourself a great deal: cheap food in a short amount of time. They do online ordering as well as delivery meals. I give the decor of this restaurant an A+, as it is right up my alley. Whoever designed this joint pays a lot of attention to details, something you might notice as you eat your meal on beautiful mosaic pattern tables. Apparently Cozy gets pretty busy and crowded on the weekends, but on the Tuesday evening when Lisette and I visited, there were only two or three other tables occupied. I ordered a taro slushie bubble tea ($3.50), but was extremely disappointed with what I received. The drink's chalkiness and manufactured taste hinted that it was made from a powder mix, and the bubbles tasted like they were sitting in a vat all day, based on the tapioca's uneven and unpleasant texture. While the wait for food was less than seven minutes, I found that I should not have looked forward to much. After all, you get what you wait for. The Rama dish ($7.95) I ordered had crunchy broccoli and chicken that tasted like it had been frozen for quite some tie. The whole dish leaned towards lukewarm, which means that it was probably not cooked, but rather heated up shortly before it arrived at our table. Seven minutes is too fast for your food to be fresh... The sweet peanut sauce helped to liven up the dish a bit, but the consistency of the shredded carrot scattered on top made me think it was soaked in cold water to prevent it from drying out. This method can be effective, but the art is in presenting it in a way that this is not too obvious. Entrees at Cozy come with a complimentary scoop of white rice, but you can also opt for brown rice if you want to pay an extra dollar. Lisette ordered Pad Thai ($7.75), a dish that she customized with her choice of protein. The sauce had a hint of fish sauce, which is delicious and common in Pad Thai sauces, but normally doesn't come across as strongly as Cozy's did. The portions here are decent considering the price, though I would not deem it exceedingly generous. You get more bang for your buck if you eat there for lunch, as they have lunch special dishes for $6.95. At the end of the day, the food at Cozy is questionable. I question the freshness of the food, as well as the authenticity of the restaurant, but I can understand the decision of college students to continue eating their food because though the quality is mediocre, the service is great, it's cheap and quick, and the place is just so darn cute. Pictures and full review is up on my blog! catthecritic.wordpress.c…

    (2)

  • Ashley H.

    A good girl friend and I stopped by here for dinner tonight and had a pretty good experience. The environment was really cozy with cute, creative decor. We were seated immediately and our orders were taken promptly. I had the pad see ewe (chicken) and she had the crispy pad thai (chicken). Both were tasty. And I would totally recommend the latter.

    (3)

  • Jane L.

    The food at Cozy Noodles is delicious but its service leaves something to be desired. I've ordered the Chicken Pad Thai and Chicken Pad See Ewe to go a bunch of times. They usually have it ready within 15 minutes of me ordering and I get to take home freshly made, hot delicious noodles. You should get some packets of hot sauce to go with the dishes - it's a special type of Thai chili that delivers a good kick for those who like spicier foods. The price is good, about $8 per dish. The portions are also pretty large for take out - actually probably more so than when you do sit down. Their crab rangoon and spring rolls are really crispy and definitely a win. I came a few times for a sit down service. When it's less than 4 people the service is decent but once the group size gets larger they don't do a good job of checking in on you to make sure that everything is good. We sat around waiting 20 mins for them to come get our order and and had to call them multiple times to refill the water. They are BYOB though which is cool.

    (3)

  • Eva S.

    This place is unconventional when it comes to their decor and average in their fare. In the dining area where my group sat, there were rows of beanie babies (boxed in those plastic storage containers) sitting on some wall shelves for display. Vintage Coca Cola merchandise and old-school posters were scattered along the walls, and one wall was fully covered in old license plates. The decor felt "cozy" like I was eating in an old antique shop (or inside a teenager's expanded closet) that just happened to serve thai food. A few years ago, I ate at an all-American barbecue joint in a small town that had very similar decorations. By default, eating thai food here felt a little strange because it felt like I should have been eating bbq ribs, bbq chicken, cole slaw, and downing wedge potato fries with some sweet tea.... while contemplating how many people drove through this neck of the woods to try "the best pulled pork in Utah" (or something like that). I forget the term... (context memory?) that led me to feel unadjusted to eating Thai food in a setting that was not so "Thai." Just think of eating sushi in a Chipotle, or slurping Strawberry milkshakes in an Asian bistro. This context, albeit creative, funky and BYOB (thumbs up for that) felt mismatched with their food. To soften the blow (and since perhaps I don't have Evanston-local nor Northwestern-student nostalgia for this place) you do get a good value for what you pay. And now moving on to the FOOD: Many (if not all) dishes were under $10 and are share-able portions. I got #20 "Rama" with tofu, which is the peanut sauce with broccoli. This was not bad (It's hard for me to hate peanut sauce) and they give you generous portions of tofu/broccoli/sauce. Warning: If you order the green curry, ask for mild because they don't mess around with their chili! My friend's green curry was served in a huge white bowl (think Olive Garden pasta bowls) but we tried to add two bowls of white rice to tone down the spiciness. I tried it again and the chilis would not surrender. I couldn't handle it. If anyone has suggestions on what I should order next time, do let me know! Their staff does not provide individual checks for large parties unless you can split it down to two cards. THE LOW-DOWN: I would come back to either order the #20 "Rama" again or to try a really mild pad thai. It's a fun and quirky place to eat Thai food. I don't love this place, but ask any Northwestern student and they might tell you differently.

    (3)

  • Jane W.

    Writing this review as I'm eating delivery from Cozy. Decided that compared to the other bajillion Thai places in Evanston, Cozy is definitely one of the best in terms of quality, taste, quantity, etc. (Read original review for details)

    (4)

  • Norman M.

    I give Cozy's a top rating for excellent food quality, value and a quaint setting. I usually start off with the cucumber salad, fried egg rolls and beef broccoli. I add a heap of those jalapeños in a vinegar solution. Sometimes I order basil chicken and a satay dish. I could eat here 2-3 x per week. I need to experiment and try other menu items. A must visit for Thai cuisine.

    (5)

  • Ryan Y.

    my friend refers to this place as: "oh, the place with toys & vegetables?" haha he's quite a guy.

    (4)

  • Meredith C.

    Ok for starters, this place is BYOB! This is unheard-of in Evanston! And there is a liquor store literally directly across the street. Second, decor is really busy and unique but really adorable. So interesting. Third, those of you that complained on wait time here...... not to stereotype but did you close your menu? My experience in restaurants like this is you have to close your menu to indicate your are ready. I said to my boyfriend, "please close your menu so they'll take our order." And 4.5 seconds later they took our order. Food- holy god, it is amazing. We ordered about 6 things and all were perfect. Appetizer combo, garlic shrimp, everything perfect! This staff was polite, speedy, attentive, funny. Bill was about $14 per person. Unwavering 5 stars. If you dont like cozy noodle, I don't want to know you.

    (5)

  • Che B.

    Have been coming here for over 10 years and WILL NEVER RETURN. Not only has the food gotten worse over time, especially as of late, but on our latest visit, my kids order Chicken Pad Thai with totall RAW chicken. When we asked the server to change it, she took it back, only to have the manager come argue with us. He insisted that the chicken was just "soft." Wouldn't listen at ALL, and this was with two kids!!! I was totally shocked. Just can't remember the last time an equivalent episode occured anywhere at all. NOTHING COZY ABOUT THIS PLACE.

    (1)

  • Matt S.

    The decor is kind of loud, 'lots of crazy crap on the walls' as Moe says when he opens uncle Moe's family feedbag on the simpsons...it surprisingly works though. Service is fast, place is never too loud. It is also BYOB (!) and they serve you chilled glasses (!) which is awesome. Food however was just ok. Egg rolls awesome, hot, fresh, I had the Rama entree and while I've had better, I've definitely had much much worse--i enjoyed it, but it wast either an overflowing amount of food or a mind blowing flavor of food. For the price though (and the BYOB status), it's tough to beat this place. Will eat there again for sure.

    (3)

  • Shi A.

    This place = 4.5 stars -I love the decor -Their wide noodles, takoyaki, and mango sticky rice have all been amazing! -The coconut bubble tea is my new addiction!! -

    (4)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :11:30 am - 9:00pm

Specialities

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

Cozy Noodles & Rice

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