Ezankaya Bann Suan
Ezankaya Bann Suan brings Bangkok street-food energy to Lincoln Park with a charming Asian-inspired interior and lovely patio. Regulars rave about the authentic khao soi, Crying Tiger, fried chicken skins, spicy papaya salad, and interactive Moo Krata BBQ and Jaew Hon hotpot, making it especially fun for groups. Expect attentive service, generous portions, and BYOB—but note there’s no happy hour.
What 36 diners keep saying
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“Amazing food and great atmosphere. The salmon was perfection and the service was outstanding. Thank you for a great meal! ยำแซลม่อนปลาร้าอร่อยมากกกกกกค่ะ”
“I am absolutely in love with this place!!! The inside is so cute and the staff is so kind and welcoming! Most of all, the food is SO DELICIOUS!!! I loved every single bite and would reorder every single dish I tried again, if it weren’t for the fact that I want to try the rest of their menu! I’ve eaten at many Thai restaurants before, but few feature Thai street food like this! I don’t think I will ever be able to visit here without ordering the fried chicken skins. They were so YUMMY and I will be thinking about them for days!!!”
“One of the most authentic Thai restaurants I’ve been to in Chicago! Feel like their skewers were delicious as well as their Khao Soi. This is also the first place in Chicago that I’ve seen serve Thai hotpot as well, so I will definitely be back to check that out. The restaurant atmosphere was also great - felt like we were in the streets of Bangkok!”
“Such a great addition to the Lincoln Park food scene. We love the Thai BBQ (Moo Krata) and Hotpot (Jaew Hon) experience. We got the pork and seafood set. The pork was marinated well and tender. The seafood was ok, nothing to write home about. A variety of Asian veggies and noodles accompany the set. You get 3 sauces which can be refilled (Suki Sauce, Seafood Sauce, and Nam Jim Jaew). The Thai BBQ set comes with the delicious crispy pork rind which I wished you can get refill for these too. You can order other dishes like sushi or isaan salad to make this a wholesome experience. Specialty dishes like the fried chicken skin and ice cream sandwich is a must try. It's a happy family kind of place where you can get both Thai and Japanese dishes executed moderately well. The staff are attentive and friendly while the patio has an amazing street food vibe. Really brings us back to Thailand!”
“We tried their chicken katsu khao soi and shrimp pad Thai that was delicious. Good sized portions. Khao soi tasted very authentic, no other khao soi is in the area so it’s a must try! Also FYI there is no happy hour at this location.”
“Fantastic restaurant with a large menu with Thai and sushi options. They also offer authentic seafood dishes that you don't usually find at most Thai restaurants. Everything we ordered was delicious, and Pad Thai is one of the most authentic I've had in the U.S. (I'm from Thailand!). The prices are very reasonable, the service was excellent, and the atmosphere is great with cute decorations. We'll definitely be back!”
“Great food, great atmosphere, and friendly service. The Mookata was excellent, the Som Tum platter was packed with flavor, and even the dessert was amazing. Everything tasted fresh and authentic. We enjoyed every dish and will definitely be coming back!”
“Lovely staff and patio! The food was all delicious, especially the Crying Tiger and the steamed squid. The sauces were amazing!! Excited to come back and try more dishes, especially from the Thai Street Food portion of the menu.”
“If you're looking for incredible Thai grilled meats, fresh seafood, and a lively atmosphere, this is it. The raw meat and seafood platters are fresh and high quality, and cooking it over the grill is such a fun experience. The spicy papaya salad on the side pairs perfectly with everything. Service was top-notch and the overall vibe was amazing.”
“5/5 ⭐ Love the vibes here! 🏮✨ It’s the perfect mix of a Thai Isan spot and an Izakaya. The Mookata hotpot is packed with fresh seafood, the Papaya Salad tray is super authentic and spicy, and the sushi rolls are surprisingly top-tier. Such a fun combo!”
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