ATMOSPHERE
It does look a bit village-like inside this little restaurant. It’s a very relaxed atmosphere so plan on wearing whatever you feel like wearing. I think I may have seen pajama bottoms on a visit or two. You’ll have your choice of either booths or tables, or a seat at the tiki-esque bar tucked into the back corner. While it may be the most relaxed of places to eat, don’t assume that you don’t need to look good. I fell in love with a certain pair of green eyes at this place and the rest is history.
CROWD
Thai village is brimming with Wicker Park beatniks, hippies, preppies, and everyone in between. The food draws people of all types. Children and their adults are all welcome.
ENTERTAINMENT / EVENTS
Amuse yourself with the cute little cartoon drawings of Carrot cake that paper the walls. Also, you are nigh guaranteed to find someone from the staff eating at the table to the left of the bar, no matter what time of day. Seriously.
GRUB
Imagine your average mix of Thai foods, but a little chunkier. The curries at Thai Village aren’t what I’m used to because they have very little sauce and are very veggie-filled. Still tasty, though, but I’ve seen a few disappointed faces in my party here and there. I am always a sucker for their Pad Thai, which can be made with or without fish sauce for discerning vegetarians. The spring rolls are most excellent, as is the green tea ice cream. I cannot say that it is my favorite of Thai restaurants, but it is very good and I’m sure I will return many more times, especially now that they’ve gotten rid of the brightly colored plastic cups that made your water taste like polyethylene. Good move, villagers.
PRICES
Average menu prices are between $6-$10 dollars for entrees. The lunch special is a steal at $5.95. You get your choice of noodle or rice dish, a small appetizer, and a cup of soup. Vegetarians, beware! They will not substitute the chicken soup for any other item on the menu, no matter how minute it may be, or how much begging you do. Bring a carnivorous friend and guilt him into eating the chicken bits.
WHY IT’S UNIQUE
It is quick, cheap, and tasty. And if the staff is constantly eating the food, it’s a good sign that we should be, too.
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