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Bua Thai Kitchen — reliable thai in Darien that keeps people coming back. Real recipes, real ingredients, no shortcuts. "It is super delicious, I also like how they have non spicy to spicy options" — Vinny Lyons
Nicholas P
1,194 reviews
“I found this little gem when searching for Thai food in the area”
I've ordered the chicken satay Togo and the order looks smaller than half what is pictured, one of the skewers has one thin chicken piece they tried to wrap around.
I pull up in front of the restaurant about 10 mins before closing to grab my to-go order as I had a very later shift at work this day.
In a nutshell cause I don't think is worth spending time with this: 1-order food 2-see hair (photo) 3- call place 4-lady tells me : "I'm very busy, honey" and "what do you want me to do about it?" Very professional place, 😀.
737 Plainfield Rd unit 6, Darien, IL 60561
“Best Thai in the western suburbs.”
Best Thai in the western suburbs. It was so good…all of it…from curries to pad se ew….everything to perfection. The service was stellar. I left this place already looking forward to eating the leftovers from my meal there. Looking for great Thai? Look no further.
David Irwin
Nov 2025
“My first time dining here thru word of mouth and man oh man, it did not disappoint.”
My first time dining here thru word of mouth and man oh man, it did not disappoint. 99% of the time if the Thai iced coffee is good, I'm confident that I will enjoy the food as well. They're iced coffee was excellent. Lovedx3 the food. Authentic, nice ambiance and friendly staff. I drove 20 miles to get here and will do it again ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Alvin Alcantara
Oct 2025
“Just left this Thai spot feeling like my taste buds ran a marathon—in the best way possible 🔥 The...”
Just left this Thai spot feeling like my taste buds ran a marathon—in the best way possible 🔥 The chicken pot stickers were crispy little pockets of joy, and the chicken pad kee mao? Pure fire. Literally. I asked for “medium spice” and pretty sure I unlocked a new sweat gland. The place itself looks like someone spilled a rainbow and decided to keep it—bright, cozy, and full of good vibes. 10/10 would burn my tongue here again.
Dishan Gunya
Oct 2025
“Tried this spot out on a whim because I just started working in the area and have been here twice already.”
Tried this spot out on a whim because I just started working in the area and have been here twice already. Customer service is good and the food is even better. In this photo I tried the curry salmon and it was extremely tasty , definitely worth giving a try it your I'm the area.
christopher gonzalez
Aug 2025
“A nice restaurant with great ambience and food in Darien.”
A nice restaurant with great ambience and food in Darien. We got their Tom ka (coconut milk soup), the pot sticker, panang curry (it was sweet for the mild preparation), and pad peng (ground chicken). Highly recommended.
Pranav Bhounsule
Apr 2025
“I have not found a better Pad Thai in the world than this one yet.”
I have not found a better Pad Thai in the world than this one yet. Whenever I’m in the area, I must get one. Also, the Moo Ping with the sauce is incredible. Thanks as well for the friendly service!
M. Beuschlein
Apr 2025
“Only have ordered take out here, but the food is exceptional.”
Only have ordered take out here, but the food is exceptional. I love their pad Thai and their crab rangoon. It is super delicious, I also like how they have non spicy to spicy options. Super delicious.
Vinny Lyons
Feb 2025
“Very clean and service was quick.”
Very clean and service was quick. I ordered Thai Basil dish...it was very tasty & spicy...I ordered Hot...just below Thai Hot. I would definitely recommend Thai food lovers to Bua Thai Kitchen!
Kevin Hendershot
May 2024
“Great service, clean restaurant, and well made food.”
Great service, clean restaurant, and well made food! We love the papaya salad. I tried the green curry with chicken our second time there and I still think about it days later.
Francis Puzon
Apr 2024
“Delicious Thai food.”
Delicious Thai food. The pad Thai, moo ping and chicken satay are my favorite items but everything I have tried has been great. Highly recommend.
D Daniel
Mar 2024
“The dishes are absolutely authentic and tasty.”
The dishes are absolutely authentic and tasty. Presentation emulates the monitor. Ended meal with a sticky rice dessert- it was heavenly. Warm, not over sweet, enough cinnamon topped with coconut milk and toasted sesame seeds. We finished it despite our stomachs screaming your full. The tongue won the wrestling match. 😉Definitely worth value, ride and taste. I didn’t add the main entree photos, because we dived into it!
Lissette Medina
Jan 2024
“Food came quickly and was great.”
Food came quickly and was great. (Although wasn’t spicy as the menu indicated) Inside of restaurant is nicely decorated and bathroom was very clean.
Z J
Dec 2023
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