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    C'est Bien Thai

    4.1 (198 reviews)
    ModerateThai
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Romantic
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Pad See Ewe Noodle
    Steve B.

    C'est bien Thai is one of my new favorite Thai spots in the city! You can't go wrong with the pad see ewe! The quality of the food was spot on from when I had it while I visited Thailand ages ago. And the chicken satay was perfect! Our waitress really was helpful with the menu! If you want to give Thai food a try give CBT a try!

    Thai Bubble Tea and Taro Bubble Tea
    Juliana C.

    Omg, we stumbled upon this restaurant and it is soo good and prices are good too!! There is one woman who practically runs the restaurant. She was the only waitress but regardless of how many tables being served, the service was still good! My friend and I ordered the Thai tea boba and the taro boba tea, they tasted like they had all natural ingredients and they were icy which was a different take! The taro was a little bit more milky than nutty but still very tasty. We shared a Crab Rangoon appetizer and the texture was so crispy on the outside, which was different but delicious. I ordered the Thai fried rice with tofu and veggies and the flavor was so good and there was enough food to take home for leftovers! The place was quiet inside and didn't start filling up until around 8:15, when we first arrived (7:30ish) there were only a couple other people in here.

    Boat noodle soup
    Timothy N.

    Went here for a quick dinner. Very nice and quiet small spot. Had the boat noodle soup. Nothing like a hot bowl of noodle soup during the winter to warm you up.

    Curtiss C.

    The Tom Kai is quite good. Next is the prick khing catfish. Open until midnight also!

    Pad Thai Noodle
    Gabrielle B.

    This is as good as thai takeout gets, and you will not find better prices. Pad Thai for under $10.... ARE YOU KIDDING ME! AMAZING! It's savory, it's sweet, there's umami, there's acid (lime), crunchy peanuts and fresh veggies. Yes. Yes. Yes. (I just need to remind myself to ask for chili sauce because the pad Thai is minimal on the spice). I've dined in as well and the staff is kind and attentive. This will be my go-to place for delivery.

    Khao Soy (chicken), Basil Duck, 5 Piece Crispy Wings
    Tracy L.

    I have the habit of trying different Thai restaurants, even though I already have a few I frequently order from. The prices were very reasonable and had good reviews, so we ordered delivery. It came quick, and the flavors were good. The Khao Soy was tasty, not too watery or too thick, perfect consistency- the wonton chips were super crispy and abundant. I wanted to try the Basil Duck after seeing so many images of it- yum! More green beans than duck though... and some of the shredded pieces were very fatty. The Chicken Wings were crispy but a bit fatty and flavorless- bummer. Overall, I'd order again and try other items!

    Megan L.

    This place is amazing! Came here on a whim while visiting Chicago and I'm happy that we came upon this gem. I'm so mad at myself for not taking more photos of the food because it was all so good! The pad Thai that I ordered was a bit too sweet for me. If you like sweet pad Thai, this will be your jam. I like more of the peanut/savory profile of pad Thai,, so this was not my favorite. What was my favorite, was the Thai chicken curry; it was the one with the coconut milk base. Idk if that's helpful but this was some of the absolute best curry I've ever had. It was so freakin good!! A must try! Again, so mad I didn't take photos. The service was friendly and they seemed to follow COVID protocols. I'll definitely return when I'm in the area!!

    I asked for xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx spicy but it was mild.
    Jennie A.

    I ordered shrimp rolls and chicken pad Thai xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxtra spicy. I thought they got my order wrong being I couldn't taste the spicy. My friend who can't eat spicy food couldn't taste the spice.... The shrimp rolls were raw inside. I attached pictures. Disappointed. Won't return.

    Ginger chicken lunch special
    Kendra M.

    Amazing lunch special!! $8.50 for choice of starter (pork egg roll, veggie egg roll, potsticker, or cucumber salad) and entree (6 different options and choice of meat). I really liked the ginger chicken, and the basil chicken is also yummy. Drunken noodles are not on the lunch special but they look so good, I'm going to have to get them one day. They have a small beer, wine, and sake list. Beer comes in a cold frosted glass. The staff is so so sweet as well. This is going to become a regular spot for me!

    Cucumber salad
    Mark D.

    C'est Bien was more like c'est assez-bien in my book. "Rather good" rather than good, Dan Rather. The highlight was the veggie potstickers appetizer. If I could order an entree of those, I would. It's like a potsticker inside of a sliced up eggroll, deep fried. Cucumber salad: all right in a light vinaigrette. Panang curry was disappointing. The sauce was thin and bland, and if you would've given me the dish without me knowing what I ordered, I would've guessed that it was the plain red curry. Drunken noodles were better: very mildly sweet and somewhat spicy. They had a good flavor and texture. Service was minimal and disappointing. Not bad, but impersonal. Would I return? I don't know.

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    This is my favorite Thai place. I order this often and it is always delicious! Can't go wrong with any of their curry dishes or pad Thai

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    Always consistently delicious at a very fair price! Nothing fancy just good food. Speedy delivery.

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    Food looked great. Staff was attentive and accommodating. Everything burst with flavor. I'll be back

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    Good go to Thai. Everything here is well worth the money. Good value. Open late. Eat here or get it delivered. You're welcome.

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    Instantly one of my new favorite restaurants in Chicago. And probably one of my favorite Thai…read morerestaurants of all time. As a street food spot that's popular for lunch, you get different offerings here than a lot of your other neighborhood Thai joints. Sat on the outdoor patio so didn't get to see the inside much but I liked our atmosphere and service. Split the papaya salad and the Laab Moo Krob (crispy pork belly salad) with a friend and both were outstanding. From the first crispy bite of the pork belly I was in love with the texture and flavors. We added a side of sticky rice with that which was perfect. I wish I could've tried everything on the menu that day but looks like I'll just have to return as soon as possible.

    We were really impressed by the fast service, homey and flavorful food, and the clean, cozy…read moreatmosphere. It feels like the kind of neighborhood spot that's easy to come back to again and again. We ordered the Thai coffee, Khao Ka Moo (braised pork over rice), Khao Pad Poo (crab fried rice), and the grilled pork salad. The standout for me was the grilled pork salad. It was incredibly refreshing, with bright sweet-and-sour flavors that really wake up your palate - especially on a hot summer day. The grilled pork added a nice smoky element, making it both light and satisfying. The crab fried rice was another favorite. It's one of those dishes that doesn't try too hard, yet delivers exactly what you want: fluffy rice, delicate egg, sweet crab, and comforting flavors. It's the kind of dish that quietly reassures you that everything is going to be okay - a simple, dependable plate that never disappoints. The braised pork was tender and comforting, and the Thai coffee was a great accompaniment to the meal. Overall, a wonderful local find with welcoming service, tasty food, and a comfortable dining environment. We'll definitely be back to explore more of the menu

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    First time here and it was completely dead. The service was amazing! The food was delicious and…read moreflavorful. Before we left the guy working asked if I liked the food and that's what sets this place apart from other fast food places. Definitely coming back

    I've been going to Serai for years, which makes this review especially disappointing to write. I'm…read morenot sure if there has been a change in management or the kitchen, but this was by far the worst experience I've ever had here. The food was completely underwhelming, and when we shared our concerns with the staff, nothing was done to address them. The service was equally disappointing. Our server spent much of the time sitting on her phone while we waited for basic service like water refills, being asked about drinks, and receiving the drinks we ordered. We repeatedly had to get up and find someone just to receive attention. As for the food, the gyoza was bland and tasted like unseasoned pork. The lemongrass beef stew curry, which was highly recommended, arrived cold, had an odd texture, and lacked any real flavor. Most shocking of all were the drunken noodles. I've ordered them countless times over the years and always considered them among the best in Chicago. This time, I couldn't get past a single bite. Every dish was left unfinished. We didn't finish a single plate and didn't take any leftovers home--something that never happens for us. Between the poor service and incredibly disappointing food, this was an awful dining experience from start to finish. Unfortunately, after being a longtime customer, I won't be returning.

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