Zaab-E-LEE Thai Street Food
T. O. P. C. A. T. · 374 Google reviewsZaab-E-LEE Thai Street Food — under-the-radar thai in Lincoln Square. The mood here leans quiet and romantic. You're eating the real thing here. BYOB. Kanpichcha Hines: "We also indulged in the incredible Moo Ping (Grilled Pork Skewers) with sticky rice"
What 177 diners keep saying
What 177 diners keep saying
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“This place is above and beyond amazing. Michelin star flavor, without the hefty price tag. Bonus, its BYOB! We had a delicious papaya salad, the larb kai , and tiger cry fried rice. Every bite was amazing. The atmosphere is also beautiful, colorful and festive. We will be back!”
“Our first experience at this wonderful place. The waitstaff are extremely friendly and knowledgeable. We love Thai food, but have never been to a place like Zaab-E-LEE so I had our waiter make recommendations all over the menu so we could try primarily items that we've never had before. We loved how fresh and colorful every dish was. Everything we ordered were hits. We definitely will be back to this neighborhood gem. It is BYOB if you are looking to have an alcoholic beverage with your meal. Otherwise, they have coke products along with Thai coffee and Thai tea.”
“This place is the real deal. Super cute decor. Papaya salad was great although on the white boy spicy side. The Pra Sam Rod pictured was sweet and savory fish. And the best thing I've eaten this year. And BYO”
“Food was Ah-mazing! We had the beef salad, drunken noodles and the three flavor fish. It was delicious, fresh, and flavorful. Service was friendly and great but they definitely need to get more servers. Our guy was hustling all over the place. Atmosphere was fun and vibrant really gives you the vibe that you were in the streets of Thailand.”
“our poor waiter was rushing around, every table was filled and he still was on top of everything. Delicious food all around. we ordered 8 items and they were all VERY good, well prepared and presented beautifully.”
“The chicken wings are juicy and crispy and very lemony and a little spicy. The fish has plenty of meat, crispy skin, tangy sauce.”
“What a great hidden gem! Such cute design of the space and food was exceptional! We were just in Bangkok for our honeymoon and this place brought us right back! Tiger cry, moo ping sticky rice, khao soi, pad kra pao and mango sticky rice. 10/10!!”
“Flavors are really good, dishes came really slow for us that day but I think it’s prob just that night, will give this place a second chance”
“Zaab-E-weeee! So good. I live just around the corner and I'm so excited that this spot went in. The first time I went, my husband and his brother and I dined in. We got a Chicken Pad Thai, Thai fried rice, and Pad Ka Prow Moo Krob, which was by far the stand out. Vibes were great, it's a small dining area, but cozy and inviting and the service was great. A big family came in at the same time we were there and I think they were maybe Thai because they seemed to know exactly what to order and the stuff on their table looked incred, I wanted them to adopt me. I've also ordered take out from here and it's just as good! I will say, I got the Pad Ka Prow Moo Krob again and even the spice level "mild" was pretty hot! And I'm no baby, but next time I think I'll go "no spice." DON'T FORGET THE RANGOONS!”
“Best authentic Thai food I’ve had in the U.S. Everything was so good, and you can tell they use quality ingredients. The owner and kitchen staff really care and cook with passion. Definitely recommend this place.”
“They’re serving delicious and authentic Thai street food, the portion was huge and staff was amazing!! Highly recommend the som thum Thai, Thai fried rice, and pad kee mao (drunken noodles)!”
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