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4,55

Based on 1.601 opinions finded in 3 websites

4.5Ambience4.9Cuisine4.5Price4.4Service
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Nº 2156 in 9450 in Chicago

Nº 4 of 13 Thai in Chicago

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Wow. On August 1, my husband went on Open Table and made reservations for us to have our 25th wedding anniversary dinner at this restaurant. Our anniversary is August 31st. I read reviews and considered many restaurants before selecting this one for our special night. I told several people where we were going for our special dinner celebration and said we were really looking forward to our dinner there as we had read many good things about the restaurant. They all asked me to let them know what we thought of the restaurant and food in case they wanted to try it. We received a phone call this evening, August 30, about 6:00pm (24 hours before our reservation) from someone at the restaurant telling us they are not open this weekend. We have had these reservations for a month!! They call the night before to tell us they are not open? Needless to say, my husband is furious. I am appalled. What a sick joke. Is this any way to run a business?

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Hilary Ginsberg . 2024-08-31

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Beautiful space, excellent, creative dishes using fresh, local ingredients. The staff is attentive and friendly. There are three fixed price dinner options, offering increasing amounts of food. We opted for the four course menu, which was exceptionally flavorful and filling. A bit pricey.

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James Diedrick . 2024-08-28

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The staff and the chef were amazing, kind, and it was clear that they cared about their food! The food was flavorful, light, warming, and delicious. Highly recommend.

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Rachel Tadeu (Dawnstar42) . 2024-08-02

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This is, hands-down, one of the best date-night restaurants in Chicago. Three tasting menus with increasingly more food. The flavors pop in your mouth with each bite. Freshest ingredients ever. Go! The menu hasn’t changed in a while so you may not want to go more than once or twice until they do change it but it’s so worth a trip.

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Jacqueline Verrilli . 2024-07-30

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My friend and I went here to celebrate my upcoming wedding. She found Herb which has an affordable tasting menu that has 3 menu tiers. We went with the middle option, which was 5 courses and dessert. Each dish was expertly crafted and really let the main ingredients shine. Chef Patty also checked in on us frequently to ensure that we were satisfied with our meal. Our favorite dish was the chicken coconut curry; we could have eaten the curry sauce with just rice because it was that good. Will definitely be back in the future!

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Heleina Conejos . 2024-07-03

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Amazing experience at Herb! Chef Patty was friendly and talked to us about each dish. We got the plant-based tasting menu and everything was fresh and unique. Real stand outs were the mushroom turmeric soup and betel leaves, as well as the mango sticky rice dessert. Classy atmosphere and delicious food with attentive service. Definitely recommend !

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Joan Bosco . 2024-06-25

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This place needs to be talked about more. What an amazing experience. The flavor of each dish is spectacular. Thank you Chef Patty for blessing me and my friends with your cooking and hospitality.

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Miguel Garcia . 2024-06-10

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Really enjoyed this place. Very welcoming and unassuming vibe. Accommodated vegetarian seamlessly. Lots of really interesting dishes that I’ve never had before and left me feeling satiated but not stuffed at the end of their tasting menu. Would highly recommend and will certainly be back.

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Christopher Ruiz . 2024-05-22

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Chef was so welcoming, nice, thoughtful and skilled. Such warm, knowledgeable hospitality, her and her staff. The food was incredible. 10/10 will come back ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Dr. Rachael M. St. Peter . 2024-05-18

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LOVE everything about this place. We been going for many years and tonight we had good friends gathering and it was great. Patty the head chef who is amazing and Billy took care of us was great too. I highly recommend HERB, it's a must go to place for healthy, exotic, and delicious food.

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Elaine Kim . 2024-05-17

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Went for a birthday. Great, excellent food, but poor service. We did the $75 pre fixe menu option. Every single item of food was amazing. Ambiance of the place was small, cozy, warm feel. What wasn't amazing was waiting 30 minutes in between each food item, as well as waiting 1 hour for dessert and another 30 minutes for the bill. Great place to try, but perhaps they were understaffed on the night we went.

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Sungho Chu . 2024-04-21

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I have been wanting to try this place for a while and was very disappointed in the food and service. We prebooked the tasting menu option through Tock, when we arrived it took over 10 minutes for someone to take our order. They did not ask or confirm our order, just took the menus away assuming we wanted the meat options, also no inquiry about allergies. The tasting menu was poorly timed, well over 2 hour experience with food on the table for less than 25 minutes of the time. The food arrived with no explanation of what the dish was, and to be honest very underwhelming taste wise, lacking favor, curry was just a bowl of coconut milk.  Our time and money would have been better spent at almost any other neighborhood Thai joint.  We love Asian cuisine, and maybe the target audience for this restaurant is for those who are less adventurous with flavors.

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Adam Daniel . 2024-03-30

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The atmosphere is fun, cute and peaceful. The food is AMAZING!! The full tasting menu does come with a lot of food, so come early and come hungry! Highly recommend!!!

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Alexa Sharp . 2024-03-23

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We hosted our daughter's 16th birthday party here. We were a group of 12 people. Chef Patty went above and beyond in communicating with us before the event to make it special for my daughter and her friends. This is the best Thai restaurant in Chicago, hands down. We also were happy to get excellent service and food. Super nice people and restaurant. Highly recommend it.

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S N . 2024-03-18

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Highly recommended!! We selected the 5-course prix fixe option. Every dish was an unfolding of flavors with each bit. Chef Patty suggested closing our eyes when eating first course ( Basil leaf roll-up thing), which was spot on as it truly enhanced the experience. Added bonus: most of menu is or can be made gluten free

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John Phillabaum . 2024-02-11

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My granddaughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our evening at Herb. We checked before hand lbecause of food allergies and dietary restrictions and were informed that the staff would happily accommodate our dietary preferences. We were delighted to find so many options that were gluten free and vegetarian and the wait staff and chef eager to make sure of our choices. Not only was the atmosphere and service outstanding, but every single thing we had was delicious. Chef Patty was incredibly kind and came to speak to us and check in throughout the evening. This was truly a dining experience and the best Thai food ive ever had! We will definately be coming back.

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Joan Silins . 2024-02-04

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Just had a fantastic dining experience here. The service was excellent, the food was fantastic, and we're excited to go back!

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Nick Vale . 2023-12-09

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Great Experience. I am taking 1 star away for service which I felt was a bit disorganized that day. The food is just amazing and the menu is very innovative. We tried the set menu and was well worth it as we got to sample everything. The mushroom soup and the coconut curry were delicious and so were all other dishes - the betel leaf appetizer, the prawns etc. It was a Saturday evening and there was a group party going on and I felt the service was disorganized. We had read that the place is BYOB so carried a bottle of wine. One of the server told us that we cant have our wine, the other told us that it is $5 charge per person to consume and the manager told us it is $7.50 charge per person. Didnt expect that in a place that has been a Michelin star until 2022. Overall also, the service felt a bit haphazard with multiple servers working on the table and not coordinating with each other. The ambience is good and they had good soft music playing helping the ambience. Overall the experience was great and I am hoping that the service issue was one time. I will certainly recommend this place and would definitely try it again.

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Salil Sakhardande . 2023-10-31

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Friendly staff, delicious food, and it's BYOB !

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Nilam Patel . 2023-10-08

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We're visiting from out of town and some friends who are locals booked this dining experience. It was the first time for us all. Chef Patty greeted us, took our order, explained the menu and goal of the atmosphere and experience she is looking to recreate. She absolutely delivered on her vision. All of the wait staff were incredibly friendly. There were four of us all doing the 5 course experience. I ordered primarily from the plant based menu which was so thoughtfully prepared. The plating and presentation was phenomenal. Each dish built on the previous and was a gradual introduction of heat (spiciness) in a very methodical way. All four of us left no morsel of food on our dishes and we left feeling satiated. This is the best Thai dining experience I've ever had. Even the music was soothing. We were not rushed - the dishes came out with a cadence that allowed for us to enjoy each other's company and comment on the dishes, fresh ingredients and really elevate the evening. Chef Patty has done something very special here and this is a hidden gem I highly encourage you to experience.

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Stephen Duckett . 2023-10-08

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Great service, food and atmosphere. I've visited here twice, and I made last minutes Opentable reservations. Because of that my name was not on the reservation list, but they are very helpful to accommodate us. The food are very tasty with "Herbs" and we loved the experience. For casual Thai bites, we love visiting Ghin Khao in Pilsen, and when we want to spend a quality time sitting in a restaurant, we visit this place.

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Yuji Tk . 2023-09-04

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Amazing Thai food. Herb is paying attention to the details and whole experience is unique. I was also eating the beautiful herbs and flowers that was decorating the dishes

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Manolis Sofoulakis . 2023-07-29

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A great place for an immersive culinary experience. We loved the mixture of flavors, colors, and scents! The papaya salad, mushroom soup, and coconut curry with chicken are delicious. Very authentic and delicious food. The chef was also very kind and provided delicious plates for family members with food allergies. Overall, a great experience. Highly recommended for catering and dining with family.

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Yessie Herrera . 2023-07-02

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We chanced upon this place from google search. And I am so glad we did! They have a fixed pre-tasting menu with a 5-course or a 6-course option, with an exclusive menu for vegetarian dishes. The friendliness of the staff was palpable from the time I called to make the reservation, and it only got better when we arrived at the restaurant. The ambience was good, the food was delicious, and the presentation was gorgeous. We have no hesitation in recommending this place to anyone.

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Anand Tirunelveli . 2023-04-16

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Food was excellent quality but not very imaginative, just really refinements of some standard Thai dishes for the most part. Not a great value. Very expensive given the atmosphere which was pleasant but not beautiful or imaginative, and just average service. Beware that the bill which comes on a portable credit card reader is not itemized. It includes the cost of the food and service per diner. Service fee is already calculated at about 30% of the cost of the food. There is an option to tip. I was not paying close attention. The server said the service fee was like "corkage", and implied that I really should tip, I did so, but regret that. I was tipping on a percentage basis on top of the already large service fee. We will not be back. Our choice for really high-end Thai: Arun's.

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Joshua Z (Josh Z) . 2023-03-27

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Herb at Chicago is a Michelin guide bib gourmand restaurant with a 2 price rating. Unfortunately I did not have the best experience with the pricing and the quality of the food and service. I ordered a six course tasting menu that was priced at $75 dollars before tax. I was greeted by a plastic bottle of water at a dine in restaurant, first time happening at a Michelin recommended restaurant. The food was not particularly bad, and I do not have much insights on the ingredients. The servers were less attentive than other restaurants of this price range, but I cannot say much. In the end, I was charged with a shocking price of $98 dollars, which included 10% tax and 20% gratuity AFTER TAX that was NOT stated on the menu or by the server. In the end, I do not feel like this restaurant meets the $$ price category nor satisfy the bib gourmand tag.

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Norman Wang . 2023-03-25

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Great food. Great atmosphere. Our family enjoyed it. It’s been along time going here.

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Nicolas Silva De Sousa Lucas . 2023-03-22

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Great atmosphere and staff, along with food! View is amazing. Definitely returning.

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Lidielle Aparecida Dias Balduino . 2023-03-09

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They will double charge the tip on your bill if you don’t pay attention to it. The $65 tasting menu for two would end up being $210+ in total . Make sure to ask for itemized bill before paying with your card at this restaurant.

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Karl Liu . 2023-03-07

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A great restaurant that gives you what you pay for. There's attention to detail and it might be a little bit more expensive but it's worth every penny when I get there I know I'm going to get good food and an excellent price and above all great service!!!

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Arthur Cleristton Souza Paiva . 2023-01-28

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Absolutely delicious! Between the atmosphere, the food, and the drink options oh my goodness! will definitely return!

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Miguel Rufino Do Nascimento . 2023-01-27

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We stumbled upon this restaurant accidentally prior to a show at The Edge Theater. I have to admit, we were pleasantly surprised and grateful. We told the staff that we were on a time crunch and they were overly accommodating! First off, it’s BYOB. We didn’t know about that. Second, it’s a pre-fixes tasting menu only! Which actually is great for a peace of mind no choice person. They have a meat and a vegetarian tasting menu option. Overall, the food was delicious. Supposedly the chef won a contest for her soup, and I can see why. The overall meal was so light, flavorful and healthy. We ordered the chicken curry, which was oh my god good. I’m definitely going to keep this on my list for great Chicago recommendations for friends and visitors. Definitely something a little unique, but those are the best gems to find.

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Samuel Ciochon . 2023-01-17

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My wife and I had the most amazing meal at herb - the staff is so polite and professional and the food is absolutely amazing. Our favorite is the Betal Leaves and Crispy Prawn, highly recommend. Wonderful food and atmosphere and BYOB! one of favorite restaurants in Chicago.

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Will Cejtin . 2023-01-14

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Amazing Thai restaurant with delicious, flavorful dishes! There is a preset menu and you can choose either Veg or Non-Veg or select from both menus. Cost $65. The mushroom soup, betel leaves appetizer and the Thai curry were excellent. The service was great. Reminder you need to take your own alcohol as the restaurant does not have their liquor license yet. The chef has been on the Food Network. We will be going there again!

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Anjala Singh . 2022-12-12

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Very nice place to go for a date or as a group. They allow you to mix and match from menu which is very nice. The staff was welcoming and friendly. I would strongly suggest to BYOB.

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Nirmit Parikh . 2022-12-06

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Food and service from the chef herself was excellent. The place is cozy. It's BYOB and only prix fixe, they don't have an actual menu to choose from but you can tell them your preferences, allergies, etc. We were very happy with the experience.

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George Kimani . 2022-12-04

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Great meal! Delicious food and excellent service!

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Jennifer Bennett . 2022-11-27

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Expensive and worse than your neighborhood Thai takeout. We went with a group of 6 for dinner and we agreed this was the worst experience we´ve ever had. It was a set course of 6 dishes for $75, none of which were any different than what you would get at your average spot. Green Curry, mango sticky rice, some mediocre shrimp. Portion size is also tiny, so we wen´t to Mcdonalds wen we left to finally eat. The owner came by which was very awkard as she pushed us to tell our friends about the restaurant and write a review... well here it is. Cheers!

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Pilar Ricke Zegers . 2022-11-13

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Was here for 3 hours and got one dish out of 6. Everyone else around us had the same experience too. Had to leave and get food at a nearby place before they closed.

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Phillip Wang . 2022-10-16

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Absolutely fantastic! Very chic. The staff is amazing and the chef greets the table and explains each course. Delicious

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Harrison Lee . 2022-09-14

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One of our favorites in Chicago - must try! Why does open table have a minimum word count required on their reviews

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ThaoV . 2022-08-27

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WOW. Just wow. This dinner was simply incredible. Every single course was delicious and left you feeling good. The service was excellent and the chef is so warm and friendly. This is the best Thai food we’ve had in Chicago! Maybe ever! The best part is that everything was dairy-free so we could enjoy every bite. You have to go here!!

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Gaby Reyes . 2022-08-26

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From the start the chef comes and greets you, and gets your name. The whole experience is very personal and the food is flavorful. The taste and presentation are really unique. It's definitely worth a visit.

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Andrew Smith . 2022-08-20

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This place is so special. Thai food gets type-cast at a certain (not too high) expectation for cost and presentation, but this is definitely fine dining. I mention that as a warning if you're distractedly scrolling in your phone to pick a "Thai place" based on neighborhood in making plans with someone. That's how I discovered Herb, but if my time/money budget had been tighter, it would have been a problem! The food is absolutely gorgeous and delicious. You're not going to taste much better or snap much better on your cell phone camera. What has brought me here twice (despite having discovered this place *after* having moved 1000 mi away from Chicago) is Herb's offering of a full-bore prix fixe plant-based menu in addition to an omnivorous menu. There are not a whole lot of places to really treat a vegetarian or vegan, and this is one of them. Patty, the chef, is adorable, and on slow nights she'll improvise an omakase experience and come out and tell you about the food. She is a lovely, genuine person. Herb is pretty quirky in some ways - BYOB, and they bring you your water in 500 mL plastic bottles from the grocery store. It's also quite affordable among the Michelin-grade eateries. If you're stuffy and trying to impress someone, that might put you off, but I personally don't care much about that kind of thing. Herb is a gift!

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Raman Shah . 2022-08-13

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The food was pretty good but not out of this world. The ambience is pretty awful with snooze-inducing slow piano music that blends together after a few minutes. The service is good, the chef is very nice. But on the whole it simply is not worth waiting 3 hours and paying the steep price for some above average Thai food

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Chailuv Gidwani . 2022-07-30

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Incredible food. And very friendly service.

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Chdinner . 2022-07-23

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Took 2.5 hours for 5 course. 6:30-9:00. 30+ minutes between some courses.

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Nate . 2022-07-16

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One of the best meals I’ve had. The tasting menu rivaled those costing three times the price. The chef/owner was absolutely the nicest and took amazing care of us. She made the evening really special. I will absolutely be back!

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Rob Cameron . 2022-07-08

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The. Flavors. Are. Insane. !!!! Yes it’s a splurge but you will have your own personal chef for an evening and taste Thai like you’ve never had it.

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Danielle Marino . 2022-07-01

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The chef has been awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand 8 years in a row! The food is consistently creative and delicious. (Especially the "Chef's Whim" dessert!) The chef draws inspiration from the Northern, North-Central, Central, and Southern regions of Thailand.

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ChiDaddyJ . 2022-07-01

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The food was amazing. Everything was so fresh and delicious. I loved the microgreen use. The flavors of each dish were unique but complimented the next course perfectly. The service was great. We never felt rushed to get to the next plate. Chef Neumson was wonderful, and so kind. This is definitely a must-visit restaurant.

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Lavetta R . 2022-06-12

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Food was excellent but service was slow. They have a 5 course pre-fix menu. We had to wait for over 40 minutes for dessert and check.

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. 2022-06-10

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Took 30 minutes to be greeted after being seated. Found a black hair in the cup of rice. Food tasted good but had no appetite after finding hair in our food. They turned off the music at 9 so it had an awkward silence the last hour of our dinner. Very interesting night, will not be returning.

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. 2022-06-10

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Simply spectacular. Can’t wait to visit again. The flavors and sophistication of the food and presentation were outstanding. The owner took time to explain every course. It was such a special test. Highly recommended.

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ConstanceM . 2022-06-04

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Food and personalized service were both exceptional.

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. 2022-06-04

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Chef Patty is so welcoming and the food is just yum.. I took the 5 course and everything was so delicious..especially the soup.. I will visit them again soon.

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Sudhee . 2022-05-28

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Absolutely superb! It was a perfect experience, from start to finish. The dishes were creative and delicious. Warm and inviting atmosphere and first-class service.

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Chris . 2022-05-28

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The owner/hostess gave each table the same long explanation of the 'food as medicine' concept. It got to be annoying after you heard it repeated verbatim so many times....like a script. The food was very good. We chose the $65 five-course menu, then received our bill for $85, which she explained included tip and tax. I do not appreciate having the restaurant decide what my tip will be. We had no choice in the matter at all. Will not recommend to others.

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carlad . 2022-05-27

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Ask for printed bill before you pay!. They will over charge you if you don’t!..and won’t tell the tip and tax us included in the price.

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. 2022-05-27

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The Chef enhances each plate that arrives with her description and recommendations on how to eat. I never realized I wonderful it is to take a bite with eyes closed. A truly delightful evening.

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Joyous . 2022-05-26

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Excellent experience. Food and chef were amazing and made it a really special evening.

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. 2022-05-21

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Food and service from the chef herself was excellent. The place is cozy. It's BYOB and only prix fixe, they don't have an actual menu to choose from but you can tell them your preferences, allergies, etc. We were very happy with the experience.

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Cristalle Dia McManus . 2022-05-16

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Food is truly excellent. Wonderful flavor and display. The experience is a bit bizarre. Dishes are introduced by “top 100 soups in Chicago” rather than explaining what the ingredients are. Just sort of ruined the intimacy and made it feel campy. We were also asked to arrive 15 before our reservation for better service and then weren’t seen for 10 minutes after we arrived. There was a big party in the back room, so I think they were trying to get our order in before theirs.

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. 2022-05-14

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Chef Patty and team served me a delicious 30th birthday meal. 7 beautiful courses. Cannot wait to come back soon!

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Marissa Kay . 2022-05-14

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Herb lived up to the Michelin star, with absolutely exquisite food at a great price. The plating and presentation was unique, wait staff were kind and thoughtful, and we never felt like timing was too slow or fast. We definitely plan on returning.

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. 2022-05-14

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Food and service from the chef herself was excellent. The place is cozy. It's BYOB and only prix fixe, they don't have an actual menu to chose from but you can tell them your preferences, allergies, etc.

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Angel . 2022-05-13

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What a wonderful meal! The service was excellent, and the food was outstanding. My only complaint was the terrible website. It was hard to find out much in advance... Also - they are BYOB, so enjoy that perk!

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DouginChicago . 2022-05-07

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Absolutely the best Thai restaurant in Chicago. Innovation dishes perfectly prepared and beautifully presented. Patty, the owner, is very personable and happy to explain the different ingredients. It's terrific.

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nancyh . 2022-05-07

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No menus. No other drinks but water in plastic bottles. $80 for 5 course meal.

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. 2022-05-06

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The food is simply superb, and the ambiance is very nice. The service was at once personable and problematic--the owner and chef made sure to stop by the table several times, which was lovely. But the courses were rushed to us, and we felt pushed to eat quickly, which we did not want to do. Also, two of the party asked that their main course be moderately hot instead of hot, and the waiter seems to have forgotten that between the table and the kitchen! Nonetheless, this is a really inventive and wonderful restaurant, a joy to have in the Edgewater neighborhood.

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Sukisue . 2022-04-16

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Beautiful presentation, imaginative cooking, excellent food, and nice service.

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HappyDiner . 2022-04-14

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Wonderful dinner. Friendly, efficient service. Fantastic atmosphere, felt like having diner in a home in Thailand

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Pierre . 2022-04-09

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Excellent food and such personal care put into the experience. What a gem in the neighborhood!

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Aaron Powers . 2022-04-08

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Excellent fancy spot in the neighborhood. Prix fixe menu and byob. Highly recommend!

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Aaron . 2022-04-07

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The best thai I’ve had in Chicago. Hidden gem right outside the city. Been here a dozen times. 100% recommend

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Krushan Patel . 2022-04-03

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If you want a special night out that is inspiring, healthy, and perfectly delicious, please don't miss this gem!! The head chef explained to us what makes her food unique - no processed foods, 10 different microgreens... We did the 5 course menu and it was soooo delicious! She is passionate about creating balance in her food and obviously cares about her staff. The space is also classy and calming like a spa. As chef says, 'treat yourself!" The food came out fast, too!

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Oleg Yazvin . 2022-04-02

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Herb was fantastic! Chef Patty clearly takes great pride in her restaurant and it shows in the delicious food. We will definitely be back!!

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. 2022-04-02

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Hands down best Thai in Chicago

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. 2022-04-02

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The owner chef presides over a somewhat strange operation. No printed menu. Water is served in plastic bottles! Your only option is a 5- course prix fixe costing $65 per person. The food is excellent and well prepared. The service is terrible and slow. You are presented with a non-itemized bill including 20% service charge. Overall impression is not favorable although there is plenty of scope for improvement.

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Wisetraveler26 . 2022-04-01

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We’ve been several times before and loved it. This time we waited 40 minutes for anyone to come to our table. The service was incredibly slow, to the point where we skipped a course because it had already been 3.5 hours and our babysitter had to get home. We had to ask for our final course to go. They still charged us the full amount. The staff are super friendly, but they need to fix their operations as this was a poor experience for us. We were starving as we didn’t receive any food until almost 75 minutes after our initial reservation time.

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. 2022-03-26

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Best Thai ever! Loved the 5 course dinner, service and atmosphere. Chef Patty came to our table to explain the menu. It was so great to see her right away. I liked the atmosphere since was a special occassion, yet a warm setting. The food is off the charts, so delicious and a work of art!! A couple of notes for future guests: Restaurant is BYOB (without chillers), so white wine lovers come prepared. You will get bottled water due to COVID, it is ok. They will switch back at some point. The menu is not clear, you need to trust the chef and be ok with the price. It was $85/person including your 5 courses, BYOB corkage fee, tax & tip. It is worth every penny!

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JenniferC . 2022-03-26

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The quality of the experience at Herb has, unfortunately, gone down over the years. This used to feel like a hidden gem, a great secret due to the fair prices, BYOB status and high quality of food. This most recent visit lasted three hours due to lack of staff and attention and cost way more than anticipated. Our group wanted to be understanding with the staffing issues - we know this is a common issue and we were willing to be flexible. When we first sat down, we were greeted by the chef which was pretty cool, however, she didn’t give us a menu, asked if we had any allergies and then just told us we would do blind tasting. Unfortunately, we didn’t see the current prices and the biggest frustration was the $9/person corkage fee. I know prices were bound to increase due to current events, but our table was charged an extra $27 to drink our own wine and we weren’t even offered an ice bucket. The food was good but the menu has not been updated recently and the disappointing part was that one of our diners received a main entree that was way too spicy for him and another diner strongly dislikes mushrooms but was given the mushroom soup, both a result of the blind tasting we felt obligated to partake in. We barely saw any waitstaff and when they were at our table, it was never for long. Overall, the food was good but the quality of service and price increases/surprise corkage fee are reasons that we will not be returning any time in the near future.

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Katie . 2022-03-25

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Amazing staff! Super accommodating and kind! Got to meet the chef who was super down to earth and always considerate of the customer’s needs! Ambiance was really nice (reminded me of a spa). Food was delicious!

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. 2022-03-19

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Truly a gem with booking. I can't believe it's taken me this long to visit this creative spot. The food is on pointe. The service is enthusiastic ... but admittedly a little slow. However, take the time to really enjoy everything this restaurant offers - from the fantastic plates to the warmth of the Chef. You will not be disappointed.

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John . 2022-03-18

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The food is fantastic but plastic bottles of water, paper napkins and very spotty service really diminished the experience.

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Wendy . 2022-03-18

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Delicious food and lovely service - enjoyed our meal immensely!

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Ladran . 2022-03-12

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Food was absolutely DELICIOUS! Cannot recommend ENOUGH!

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. 2022-03-05

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Second time here and the food was amazing again

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. 2022-03-05

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Food was amazing. We had no idea we were signing up for a prix fixe menu. The Herb website is not clear at all. Cost was $85/person for 5 courses each. I see the website says $65/person so I think we were overcharged. This restaurant has no beverage service just bottled water. Food was AMAZING, however, I wish the website would have been more clear on pricing, that it is a bring your own beverage or alcohol restaurant. Service was also odd as they tried to pace us with the table next to us. Just not sure this is a repeat due to the setup. But it was the best Thai food we have ever had but the pricing was out of line, and to now see that we have overcharged $20/person ($80 total) that is really upsetting.

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CMAC . 2022-02-11

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I love Herb restaurant, they have amazing food. It's always my favorite restaurant, the ingredients are so healthy that makes your soul happy. Thanks Chef Patty!

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MonicaT . 2022-02-11

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Best Thai food I've ever had. The art of cooking and food appreciation is truly realized here. It's so worthwhile. The courses continually amazing and surpass all expectations. Once I saw and tasted my forst dish it was no wonder to me how this special place achieved one if the best ratings a restaurant can get by winning a Michelin Star. The service from the chef was really great even while she was training new staff.

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Roderick Spence . 2022-02-06

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The food was delicious. We ordered the pre-fix menu. The chef came to our table to explain each dish. Would definitely come again.

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NadineO . 2022-02-05

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Every course was amazing and beautiful! Thank you for the wonderful experience!

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Mell . 2022-02-05

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Our first time here and absolutely loved it! The 5 course meal was delicious. We could taste the freshness and flavors in every bite. The warm hospitality just made it perfect!! 5 stars for a 5 course meal.

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Sunitha Anand . 2022-01-31

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Four of us had a dinner on Sat. night. The place is small and they had server issues (like most under Covid) but owner/chef was apologized and was fab. We had few food restrictions and she took notes and came back with new and unique dishes and we all loved it. Desert was fantastic and presentation of all dishes was perfect. Highly recommended.

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J T . 2022-01-25

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I so enjoyed my first visit over a week ago that I brought a friend to Herb for his Birthday dinner. The Chef's menu is creatively prepared, appropriately spiced and served on beautiful dinner ware which adds to the beauty of the meal. I'm totally impressed!

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Eddy . 2022-01-21

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Wonderful place and food. Chef Patty is amazing and very attentive.

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ErnestO . 2022-01-15

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Dinner for 2 was $170 total ($130 for food, 20% nonoptional tip, 10% tax.) You must bring your own drinks. You'll be given a water bottle and they'll cork your wine for you. My wine glass had lipstick on it. Restaurants should know to prewash the tops before loading the dishwasher. Service was very prompt, we were seated right away, and the staff and chef were exceptionally friendly. They even gave a special gift for celebrating an occasion. When you dine in, everyone gets the same 5-course meal. The food was very good but not close to worth $170. If you have been to many fine-dining restaurants you will think the flavors are good but nothing to blow your mind. The food was warm and nothing was made hot to serve because they make a lot for many people. Suggestions: Order takeout if you want a hot meal, a la carte. You will get to taste the chef's great flavors with more time put into your meal prepared just for you and without overpaying. With the ingredients used and flavors, the chef is definitely worth trying. I can tell that she cares about her guests.

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Noel M . 2021-12-06

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Herb is my new favorite restaurant! The owner/chef is friendly and so very talented. The food is absolutely wonderful, and ambiance quiet and nice.

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Catherine . 2021-12-02

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The quality of the food is superb. Chef Patti is a world-class chef and it shows in the cuisine.

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JudithM . 2021-11-27

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