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Thai Linda Cafe
Categories: Food Coffee & Tea Restaurants Thai Coffee & Tea, Thai [Edit]
2022 W Roscoe St(between Damen Ave & Seeley Ave)
Chicago, IL 60618
Neighborhood: Roscoe Village
(773) 868-0075
- Nearest Transit:
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Addison-Brown (Brown Line)
Paulina (Brown Line)
- Hours:
Mon, Sun 4 pm - 9:30 pm
Tue-Thu 11 am - 9:30 pm
Fri-Sat 11 am - 10 pm
- Parking:
- Street
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Ambience:
- Casual
- Has TV:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
82 reviews for Thai Linda Cafe
Review Highlights
"Ginger chicken, crab rangoon & garlic noodles are fantastic..."
(in 11 reviews)
"The spicy duck, however, was awesome."
(in 5 reviews)
"Excellent Tom Yum soup and Great Curries."
(in 3 reviews)
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82 reviews in English
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Review from Rachel L.
8/14/2011
Amazing little neighborhood gem. The food is delicious and not overpriced. The server was attentive, but not overly so. And it's a BYOB.
So to summarize:
Great food.
Attentive staff.
BYOB.
P.S. The spicy duck is to die for! -
Review from Loren R.
Chicago, IL
1/29/2012
Oh Thai Linda. It has been the best thai food I've had in Chicago. But it's very hit or miss.
We ordered pad thai, red curry chicken (2 star spicy), and 2 crab rangoon tonight. The red curry chicken wasn't spicy at all (they left it plain, I've had it spicy so I know the difference). They only gave us 1 order of crab rangoon but they brought the other order out 1 1/2 hours later. The pad thai was great as always. I love the fat noodles.
I'd normally give them 5 stars because the food is that good when it's on. But sometimes it is off :-( Just make sure you double check your order before accepting it. -
Review from Lauren B.
Chicago, IL
Updated - 12/28/2011
Wish I didn't have to write this review but... I ordered the chicken pad see ew lunch special. First thing I noticed is that their egg rolls are now about 1/2 the size than they used to be and they do not taste nearly as good as they used to.
My entree also was not nearly as good as it used to be. The chicken was dry and bland and the noodles were not very flavorful. THEN I found multiple hairs in my dish. Clearly this is gross and unacceptable!1 Previous Review: Show all »
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10/15/2011
I like this place. I had the lunch special, which was a good price. Around 7.50 for noodles, soup… Read more »
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Review from Jordana D.
Chicago, IL
10/25/2011
Ordered takeout via grubhub from here on a Monday night. I arrived about 20 minutes later to pick up the food but they hadn't started preparing the order, apparently it was overlooked. This was a little disappointing because the place wasn't busy and I had to wait for the food to be prepared.
Food was okay - I ordered the vegetable egg rolls and the lemon grass chicken, both were nice but not extraordinary. I would go here again because the location is good and the price is reasonable, but hopefully the service will be a little better next time. -
Review from Jacques M.
Chicago, IL
7/4/2011
I'm debating between 3 and 4 stars on this one. I'll go ahead and go with 4 because the price is right and its BYOB. The overall Yelp 3.5 rating has this one pegged perfectly.
If you like the homey mom and pop feel this is defiantly your place. Our server (who I suspect is the owner) was very friendly and attentive. Lunch for two was about $20 (with Tip) and its BYOB on top of that. My Chicken Pad Tai was excellent. However, my wife's dish (I can't recall the name) was a little over done and lacked flavor. I don't know what type of sauce they put on the egg rolls, but it was on of the better egg rolls I have ever eaten.
Overall, this is a great option for an affordable Thai lunch in the Roscoe Village area. -
Review from Christina G.
Chicago, IL
8/15/2011
I ordered take out from here over the weekend on a Sunday night. Our order was simple enough - spring rolls, chicken pad thai, and chicken woon sen. Nothing fancy.
The food was OK, but not memorable. I thought my pad thai lacked flavor, so I added a ton of spicy sauce to it, which greatly improved it. There wasn't a ton of peanuts in there, I think I saw one green onion, no sprouts, and not too many chicken pieces either.
My husband's woon sen wasn't much better. His also didn't have much chicken. And the woon sen was just very heavy feeling - loaded with a ton of grease. I know the noodles are fried, but I've definitely had lighter tasting woon sen.
The spring rolls were OK too, nothing special. I thought their wrapper was a little thicker than usual, but they were pretty tasty, and the plum sauce they gave us to eat them with did add to the flavor nicely.
They do have a nice outdoor seating area along Roscoe Street, and they do offer some deals, like free veggie potstickers when you order $20, and free delivery if you order $25 worth of food.
We probably won't order from here again though.There are much better Thai places (Sticky Rice, Opart Thai) nearby. -
Review from Matt A.
Crystal Lake, IL
8/28/2011
Having not had Thai in some time, I was excited to try some, what I had been told to be, great authentic Thai food. Thai Linda Cafe is located in a pretty suburban feeling part of Logan Square, across from a Starbucks.
Excited that it was byob, me and a few buddies set out with a few beers to give it a shot. I cant say I was disappointed, or overly enthusiastic about it. The patio was nice, though the service was so-so. I ordered a pepper steak dish, which was good, but pretty run of the mill. Everyone else seemed to enjoy their dishes as well. I wouldn't mind going back, as the menu was pretty good. Maybe it's my fault for ordering something simple, but I wasn't "wowed" by my first experience. -
Review from Keith A.
Wilmette, IL
6/12/2011
Thai linda, to me, is exactly what roscoe village is about. The second I walked in, it just felt comfortable and had a neighboorhood vibe too it. I had called ahead for take out, so I can't say anything about what its like to sit there.
I ordered up a bunch of stuff to have over a couple of days. I got the spicy duck, pad thai, and lemongrass chicken along with a couple of appetizers. They even threw in some potstickers automatically because I had ordered over $20 worth of food. I'm used to outright asking when it comes to the deals, and I didn't know about it.
The appetizers were very good. I had gotten some thai dumplings and theses hit the spot. They were nice and hot when I got them. The chicken satay was okay, it was just normal chicken satay, so while that was fine, I wanted a bit more. The potstickers they threw in were very good and made up for the chicken satay. They weren't over fried which can happen all too often.
As far as the entrees go, they were really good. The pad thai was pretty standard. It wasn't great, but it was far from being bad either. For me, the key to pad thai is always the noodles, and these noodles were good, but they really paled in comparison to the other two dishes. The spicy duck, however, was awesome. It had heat to it, but it wasn't too much for me at all (granted I have no problem with things being very spicy). The duck itself was really good and done very well. The lemongrass chicken was also very good and was a nice contrast to the spicy duck.
I ordered up some of the more expensive items on the menu, but all of that lasted me a few days. There's a lot left on the menu and i'm in the area a good amount, so stopping in again is bound to happen -
Review from Neil S.
Chicago, IL
11/8/2011
I hesitate to let people in on my secret favorite restaurant, but here goes, I love Thai Linda, and my kids love it even more than I do. The food is always impeccably fresh and pretty much everything on the menu is really, really good. The tofu soup is a big favorite. Portions are smallish but so are the prices so thats fine. Service can be a bit slow so if youre in a hurry be sure to say so. Carry out is a good option, fast and efficient.
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Review from nohemy m.
Chicago, IL
9/27/2011
When I lived in Roscoe Village this was my spot. It's so cute and quiet inside. It never got too packed. Definitely underrated.
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Review from C Katelyn S.
Chicago, IL
6/14/2011 1 Check-in Here
As I was strolling down through Roscoe Village I came upon this place & checked out the Yelp reviews. I've ordered from there 3 or 4 times now & I think they're great! Ginger chicken, crab rangoon & garlic noodles are fantastic, but beware of their Spicy rice! Two of my friends couldn't handle it.
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Review from Andrew C.
Chicago, IL
2/15/2011 4 Check-ins Here
If you live in Roscoe Village, this should be in your weekly rotation. For the money, they can't be beat. To be honest, I only order a few items like the Pad Thai, Spicy Mint or Tofu Curries. (and crab rangoon)
What keeps me from marking them a 4 star is consistancy. Some of their dishes are made just right with the right amount of heat (spicy) come back another week and the same dish is overpowering with heat. -
Review from Dinah M.
Chicago, IL
8/10/2011
My husband and I consider Thai Linda one of 'our' places. We went there on one of our first dates when he lived in the neighbourhood and we love to go there a few times a year.
I don't think we've ever seen more than one other table occupied, but don't let the emptiness fool you in to thinking it's not popular! The food is delightful and the service is the perfect amount of attentiveness. -
Review from Misty S.
5/10/2010 3 photos
Fried rice test score: C+
We sat down and the waiter brings us a couple of glasses of water. Then a few seconds later he comes back and picks up my glass of water and looks at it suspiciously for a few moments. I think at that point he didn't have a choice but to come back with a new glass of water because who would drink out of it after that?
The crab rangoon was recommended, but I was not impressed. The filling was creamy...too creamy...and not that tasty and the shell was too hard. The fried rice was above average, but nothing I would come back to order. I had it with tofu which was good with the eggs in it. The sweet basil chicken was average and not enough rice came with it.
The restaurant is pretty big with lots of tables and cool art on the walls. There were only 2 other tables occupied when we came for dinner on a Friday night.
Tip: There's a great wine place (Lush) a few blocks from this place where you can pick up your BYOB. -
Review from Josh H.
Chicago, IL
7/31/2010
This is my go-to place for affordable and delicious thai food in Roscoe Village. I have always been incredibly satisfied with the food and service is always friendly!
The lunch deal is great...selected entree with your choice of veggie or chicken egg roll along with soup or cucumber salad for just $6.95. -
Review from Andy S.
Chicago, IL
6/8/2010
Thai isn't usually my go-to Asian cuisine, but it has been growing on me, and the other night i opted to try Thai Linda Cafe as opposed to another nearby spot that I've been frequenting of late...whoops!
When I called for take out the man on the other end of the phone told me 25 minutes. In 25 minutes (at a prime dining time I might add) I arrived to an empty restaurant save for one table 3 women that were being seated as I arrived. The man who directed them to their table disappeared for 5 minutes or so before coming out, at which point I said I was there to pick up my order, meanwhile a line was forming behind me. He told the others in line that he was going to help me then he'd get to them. Once again he disappeared, for another 5-7 minutes, finally coming back with my simple order (lad nar & egg rolls).
I got home, and well, I shouldn't have been surprised, the lad nar was amazing lukewarm and flavorless (even for lad nar, which is a fairly spiceless dish to begin with), with the egg rolls (*not* spring rolls) being completely cold and soggy. At the very least the portions were big and lasted me a couple tasteless days, it's just unfortunate I had to make the food hot on my own not only for leftovers, but for first time eating too!Comment from Linda S. of Thai Linda Cafe 9/30/2010
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Review from Kaitlin D.
Chicago, IL
8/18/2011
The food is quite good for the price and the service is always exceptional at Thai Linda. Their patio over the summer was great for people watching over a yummy meal. I usually get the chicken pad thai and would definitely recommend it - I've tried a few appetizers as well (don't recall which ones!) and was pleased.
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Review from Gina M.
Chicago, IL
6/29/2010
I just moved in around the corner. I was bored one afternoon of what Roscoe St. has to offer because I was growing tired of sandwiches and pizzas so I remembered Thai Linda Cafe. The first time I got the chicken Pad Thai (extra spicy). WIN! I have had some problems with finding a Thai place that makes the Pad Thai like I used to get at my favorite thai restaurant in Detroit. It was so delicious that I obsessed about it the next day and the minute they opened I placed another order for pad thai. They didn't fail me.
Three days later a few friends came over and i raved about this place so much that they gave in. One friend isn't a fan of thai, chinese, or really anything "un-American." We got pad thai (chicken and vegetable), the Thai Linda Chicken and Panang Curry. We didn't talk much while eating except for mumbling "mmm's" and "ohmygosh." Everything we ate was out of sight and for all that it was about 30 dollars.
I always seem to see the same lady there and she is always so nice or as my friend put it, "super happy to be alive." I will eventually go in there and sit down and eat.
I only deducted one star because I am not very knowledgable about thai food. I like what I like, I rarely venture for those foods. I've only tried about 5 Thai restaurants ever, so this place could very well be the best or it could turn out to be a top contender. -
Review from Daina T.
New York, NY
9/25/2010
This is my FAVORITE Thai place in Chicago. I lived in Roscoe Village for a while and this was my roommate and my go-to-place for Thai Food. We absolutely loved it. The people that work there are so nice and the food is delicious! Also, when you order delivery the food gets there in a reasonable time and the older man who delivers to us typically is so sweet...
I have only eaten in the restaurant once with a group of good friends. The service was great but it took a little longer to get the food which was probably since we were in a larger group and they aren't accustom to that...Otherwise, my roommate and I used to order in from this place at least once or twice a week. Not big cooks ;)
Shout out to the Pad-Se-Ew! Holla (with chicken)! This is by far the best Pad-Se-Ew I have ever tasted AND the cream cheese wonton thingy's. To die for! While I recommend these two items, I am reassure you that anything you order will be good.
Also super affordable and will go back there every time I visit Chicago! -
Review from Jerry W.
3/28/2010
Okay today is a two for with my reviews (read my earlier one on Rudy's Bakery, or if you have the time you can read all my reviews). I was saying it was errand Saturday. The errands started around 9:00 in the morning out in the Joliet area with my youngest daughter. The day ended that night back home around 8:00 pm, with my wife and oldest son. What a day, I even forgot all about Earth Day/Hour until this morning!!
Well along the way one of our stops was at Thai Linda Cafe in Roscoe Village. We have never been to Linda's so it was nice to try. I always like trying new places. My Dad always use to say at least give it a try and then if you don't like it that is fine. My Dad is a smart man!
I don't think I have ever tried Thai food before. Of course I am getting older and maybe having memory issues. So it was nice to give this place a try. My wife, oldest daughter and oldest son all were with me when we stopped for dinner at Linda's.
We started with two cups of shrimp won ton. The broth was very tasty but we thought there were way too many vegetables in the soup. Then for appetizers we ordered the egg rolls, spring rolls, pot stickers and shrimp suit (I think I spelled that corectly?). The pot stickers and shrimp suit were very good. The egg rolls and spring rolls were just average. I've had better at other Chinese restaurants.
So on to our main course, which we ordered an entree of Beef Almond, and entree of Pepper Steak and an entree of one of the Noodle dishes (I forget the name of it, yes I said earlier I am getting older and possibly having memory issues). The beef almond was very good. There was plenty of beef and almonds. The broccoli and carrot slices were fresh and tasty. I thought the pepper steak and noodle dishes were just ok. The pepper steak had way too many vegetables ("where's the beef" or in this case the steak) and the noodle dish was bland and lifeless tasting.
Our total bill came to roughly $61 dollars. Our waitress was super nice and friendly. The place was very clean, not too busy though for a Saturday dinner.
Personally for Asian food I have always loved Japanese first and then Chinese second. I would rank Thai food after that with Korean and Vietnamese. I know my wife and son think the same way. Maria even says that Thai food is like Chinese food's ugly cousin. But to be fair to Linda's my oldest daughter just loved it. She even thought it was probably some of the best Thai food she has ever had in the city. And she has been to several different Thai establishments.
So overall I would give Linda's three stars but I guess based on my oldest daughter's input and the super friendly service from our waitress I will go reluctantly with four stars. I guess if I liked Thai food more I probably wouldn't be so hesitant with my rating. -
Review from Adam M.
Chicago, IL
11/3/2008
Ok, so we actually got wizasted at this BYOB - by accident. You know how it goes when you meet up with some friends at a BYOB restaurant and discover there are two bottles of red, a bottle of white, and a 6-pack. I mean, I really need to learn my lesson about coordinating a BYOB dinner, but it always makes for a great time.
Thai Linda was gracious enough to not judge the level of drinking at our table while serving us some of the most delicious Thai food this group had in a long time. We started with the typical crab rangoon, which was drizzled with the sauce instead as a side dip, and it was delicious. I had the spicy mint chicken with noodles - scrumptious! My friend, Kat M, actually stepped out of the box a bit by ordering a soup and a cold beef salad - she enjoyed both! My partner, Joshua G, tried the spicy duck and was not that thrilled. The presentation was great considering the cost of each dish.
Again, thank you Thai Linda Cafe - you served up some delicious Thai and ever so graciously looked away as we slammed that last bottle of white. -
Review from Marissa B.
Chicago, IL
10/21/2007
When I get carry-out I like to be eating that food for days. I'm talking day-one-dinner, day-two-lunch, day-two-dinner, day-three-lunch... you get my point.
The food at Thai Linda is not pricey - (approximately $7 or $8) but I'd rather pay an extra few dollars and get some more foooood!!! Okay, let me tell you what the problem really was: the smallest rice container ev-er. Normally when you get two entrees you'd expect a large container of rice. Right? Well, our two entrees came with one medium/small container of rice. We had to very carefully ration out the rice so as to have enough to last the 1.5 meals we were able to squeeze out of the Thai food.
The Basil Tofu was good - good sauce, nicely cooked tofu. The egg rolls were huge and, unfortunately, over-fried. They offer delivery, for a small fee if you're in the service area.
BOTTOM LINE: Good food, good prices, but ask for extra rice. -
Review from Emily H.
Chicago, IL
6/28/2010
Situated in the heart of Roscoe Village, Thai Linda is a tasty fusion of Northern and Southern Thai cooking. Their curries taste sweet, rich, and spicy in Chiang Mai style, but their noodle dishes are straight from Phuket; tangy and complexly layered with garden-fresh spices and sauces.
My favorites are the Tom Kha coconut-lemongrass soup with chicken and straw mushrooms, and the Panang Curry with beef over rice. The spring rolls are fresh, filled with crisp vegetables and complemented well by the plum sauce.
I like Thai Linda so much I eat there at least once a week. -
Review from Ross W.
Chicago, IL
5/23/2011 1 Check-in Here
Great food. Great service. Great price.
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Review from Carolyn S.
Chicago, IL
6/15/2008 1 Check-in Here
I am convinced that this is the best cheap Thai food in town. First of all, I would previously tell you that I hate Pad Thai. I am by no means a picky eater but Pad Thai just never did it for me. This place has made me a believer. I went with a friend who ordered Pad Thai and I kept stealing her dinner.
From a dish that I typically don't like, to a dish I always like...
I love Thai red curry so much that it has made me somewhat unadventurous at Thai restaurants. I almost never branch out and order something besides Thai red curry. This place has fabulous Thai red curry that seems to really feature the coconut milk ingredient. So delicious!!
In my latest experience at this restaurant, I did decide to branch out from my typical order and have scallops with cashews. It was so amazingly good that I went back the next day to order more. The waitress even recognized me and called me out...."You had the same thing last night..right?"
My only complaint... the two times I have eaten in I have had to ask them to reheat my food because when it gets to the table it was a not piping hot. However, the food is so tasty, this is a detail that can be easily overlooked. -
Review from Eddie L.
Manhattan, KS
3/24/2009
The charming interior, friendly staff, and delectable aromas make you feel welcomed like family. Then you pass the corner kitchen as you walk towards the bathroom/storage closet; giving you the feeling that you may actually be dining at somebody's house.
Thai Linda isn't flashy but they do a great job with the food they serve. The quiet atmosphere makes for a pleasant dining experience and you always feel like you're the only diners in the restaurant (which isn't to say nobody dines in).
As I work down the menu, I have yet to find a dish I don't like...but If I could suggest a dish for you, I'd go with the eggplant. It's light, tasty, and satisfying. -
Review from Vanessa F.
Chicago, IL
2/17/2009
I want to give this place 2 stars based on two things: portion size and price. The prices would be okay if this portions were bigger and vice versa.
But I moved it up to three stars since the food is absolutely delectable and they handle giant byob birthdays well.
There's nothing else to really say except for if you get a dish...order an extra side of egg rolls or something to make it a meal. -
Review from Hannah S.
Chicago, IL
10/10/2011
I used to live right down the street from Thai Linda, and I loved both ordering delivery OR eating in the restuarant. It is such a cute little place, the staff is so friendly, and the food is delicious. I am a huge Thai food fan, some may say obsessed, and everything I've had here has been great. My favorites are the yellow curry, pad-see-ewe, and pad thai with a side of peanut sauce. The crab rangoon is also great, crispy and flaky on the outside, soft and creamy on the inside :) I just moved to Logan Square and miss having such great Thai food around the corner!
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Review from Kryste N.
Chicago, IL
5/12/2011
Nom nom nom nom! I've been going here for years, it's our girls night out dinner place. The food is delicious, the service is always great, and best of all - 6 people can eat here for $100! We went last night and it was fantastic, we always order a bunch of entrees and pass plates. Cashew Chicken, Sweet Basil, and Garlic Noodle with beef were stand outs. Till next time Thai Linda!
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Review from Christine F.
Chicago, IL
1/9/2008
The fact that this place is terrible is really depressing - I love thai food and I used to live right around the corner from Thai Linda Cafe.
The first few times I tried it I got carry out. I got the usual thai staples - Pad Thai, Pad Se Eiw, etc. What I found when I opened the takeout container was highly displeasing. A bunch of limp noodles swimming in about a 1/2 inch of oil.
GROSS. Who wants that?
"Maybe it's a fluke," I said to myself. I really wanted this place to be good since I REALLY love thai food.
I went back a few weeks ago and got the Tom Kha soup, which was surprisingly good. However, my counterpart wasn't so lucky. She got the Hot and Sour soup. Now, we've all had hot and sour soup. It's usually not TOO spicy (unless you ask for it like that) - it's tolerable. The soup my friend got was INSANELY spicy - half a spoonful had her and I both coughing. Yes, there was a 'spicy' indicator (a little pepper) next to the dish on the menu, but there was also one next to my soup and the Tom Kha soup wasn't spicy at all.
My friend complained to the waiter that the soup was wayyyy to spicy for her to eat and that she'd like to send it back and try something else. The waitress said that we could send it back, but we'd still have to pay for it. LAME.
I will never go back there.
Also, non fish eaters beware: This place makes their stuff with premade sauces, so if you ask for a dish without fish sauce the vast majority of their stuff is unavailable to you as a diner. -
Review from Tim R.
Chicago, IL
6/3/2011
This is the only Thai resturant I consistently return to week after week. I've tried many around the city and the quality of food can't be beat. I've tried almost all the items on the "lunch special" menu and I've been satisified with almost all of them. I wasn't a fan of the garlic (with tofu) but that's a personal preferance rather than dissatisfaction with the food.
For me, the hallmark of good Thai are crispy veggies and tofu that's browned properly. The cooks as Thai Linda have, for the year I've eaten there, never (ever) let me down. Thai Basil is my favourite. It is slighlty spicy and has a light sauce that doesn't overpower the tofu or vegetables.
The lunch special includes a small salad (or soup) and a spring roll. For the price you'll be very satisified. The staff are personable and friendly. You'll enjoy your experience. I do almost every week. -
Review from Tom M.
Chicago, IL
8/11/2007
Delicous LARB KAI (ground chicken salad), but a somewhat small portion.
Very flavorful and fresh VEGGIE TOFU SOUP with a wonderful, deep broth.
Very good ICED TEA.
The service was super friendly, and the wait time was average.
Cute little place in a very fun neighborhood.... -
Review from Matthew D.
Chicago, IL
11/7/2007
Ok... I'm sad to say that I finally found out how to measure Thai food by the establishment... Look for the place with the most Asian "flair" in the dining area. Gold stuff +2, Dragons +2, Tassles from the ceiling +3 and so on.
anyway, this place had it all as well as really good food. Excellent Tom Yum soup and Great Curries. They have a red curry that I always get that is actually Pad Thai noodles with spicy red curry. Yum Yum. -
Review from Walter R.
Chicago, IL
8/31/2007
I'll keep it concise.
Fair service and sparse, but pleasant decor. Nobody was gushing over us being there, but staff were fairly prompt and courteous.
I've eaten at Linda's three times already (already says something, right?) and it comes out to about 3 stars on average. The standard pan-asian appetizers are typical in quality. The curries have proved to be consistently too dry. Thai staples like Pad-Thai, Pad-See-Ew and Pad-Woon-Sen (no idea how to spell this) were served with some burned eggs and dry meat and shrimp.
Nothing was bad enough to complain about, though. And in the future, if I want some quick, cheap and good-enough Thai, I will come back. -
Review from Christina S.
Chicago, IL
Updated - 2/2/2009
I knew it was too good to be true! After one winning dine-in experience, I threw caution to the wind and announced that this was my new Thai place. One nasty take-out experience has me wishing I'd never typed those words, Yelp! You've had your own nasty take-out experiences, I'm sure, so there's not too much to say. The rice was hard. The curry was curdled. The chicken was skimpy. Barf.
You'll say I'm too good for this. You'll say I should just sever ties and move on. But I'm going to give Thai Linda Cafe one more try. Update to the update to come.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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9/19/2008
Yelpers seem kind of torn about this place, but we stopped in for dinner the other night and I was… Read more »
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Review from Kristin S.
Chicago, IL
12/16/2008
Pretty decent Thai food at an okay price.
Truthfully, I don't think I'd go here much if it wasn't directly across the street from me. For convenience sake, though, it's good.
The take out portions are a little small (usually Thai takeout lasts me at least two meals. This was definitely only one.), but the quality of the food is pretty good. The two times I've eaten in, the service was incredibly slow, even though we were one of TWO tables in the place. The food presentation eating in is pretty nice though. They've also got some good outdoors seating in the summer so that's nice.
The prices are a little higher than some, but again, the quality of the food is better than your average dumpy takeout place. I've had MUCH better throughout the city, though, so if I move away, I don't think I'll be back. -
Review from Mike W.
Chicago, IL
9/18/2011
I order from thai Linda on a bi-weekly basis. Very good food and delivery usually takes 30 to 40 minutes. Good value.
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Review from Lisa V.
Chicago, IL
10/6/2010
Delicious! Inexpensive!
Thai is pretty hard to screw up, but I was highly impressed with the food here. The chef must have paid attention to the details. I generally get some kind of noodle or rice dish, but I went with the Garlic Salmon. I was a little skeptical due to the fact it was only $10 for a fish dinner, but whoa! I was floored at how well the salmon was cooked, the complex and very flavorful sauce, and even how good the side salad was! The app egg rolls were crispy and really tasty too with a tiny hint of cinnamon that went well with their slightly spicy sweet and sour sauce.
I live close by, but wish I could make it there for lunch today! -
Review from Richie D.
9/22/2010 1 Check-in Here
I was walking along Roscoe with my partner trying to find a place to grab dinner that would be fairly inexpensive and quick. Shooot, Thai food is always the answer when it comes to those specifications. We came up to Thai Linda Cafe and stepped on in to an empty restaurant (not necessarily surprising for a Wednesday evening). We were greeted by a friendly waiter who was Mexican which seemed to surprise me at first since most Thai restaurants are staffed by Thais themselves. Either way, the service was efficient and quick like any other Thai restaurant in the city.
To begin, Thai Linda has adorable menus which are woven and made of bamboo. In addition, their dishware is quite beautiful and matches every plate they bring out during the meal (I want one of their little rice bowls with a cover). We ordered the spring rolls which had to have been made way in advance and stored in a refrigerator for a few hours. The inside was half frozen in texture and temperature. I ordered the Panang Curry as mild and the waiter said it's already made and the spiciness could not be adjusted. He did back it up with a "heat scale" where he said between 1-5 it's a 2. When it came out, the curry was pretty tasty and not too spicy or too sweet--and yes I'd agree that it was a #2. My partner also had a curry but with noodles and enjoyed it as well. All in all, $14 a person for an average appetizer and entree is expected. And once again, Thai food maintained it's reputation of inexpensive and quick.
Note: If you work in the area or are off for the day, be sure to check out their weekday lunch specials.Listed in: Love THAI self...
Comment from Linda S. of Thai Linda Cafe 9/30/2010
Hello Richie! I apologize about the spring rolls. We usually… More » -
Review from Julia H.
Chicago, IL
4/13/2008
We used to eat here all the time. It's right around the corner from our house and it was really really good. Well maybe they got someone new in the kitchen or something because in the last year something has changed. It's still good (I love their chicken egg rolls) but we each had to search around the menu for something new because what we used to get wasn't good anymore. I now grab the Hawaiian fried ride with chicken. Yum. Say double meat and you really get a better portion. It's still a neighborhood place and perfect to eat outside in the summer.
I had to update this- we had Thai Linda a few nights ago and it was the BEST Thai I have ever had EVER. I mean that. There is someone new in the kitchen and they are amazing. Everyone at the table was blown away. Our chicken egg rolls were so so good AND my Hawaiian Fried Rice came inside a full sized pineapple!!
