NaKorn

4.8 (555)

$30 and under

Thai

1622 Orrington Ave, Evanston, IL 60201

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NaKorn

4.8

$30 and under

Thai

Evanston

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 9, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Innovative
Vegetarian-friendly

NaKorn started with our belief that authentic Thai food should be found not only in Thailand—but here, as well.

Our menu offers a perfect blend of bold flavors with traditional, old-world recipes in a modern presentation. Using only the finest ingredients, we created unique dishes layered with flavors.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Thai, Contemporary Asian
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(847) 733-8424
Website
http://nakornkitchen.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Sam Rattanopas
Catering
We also offer an offsite catering as well as a lunch box program.
Private party facilities
We can accommodate parties of 6-50 or up to 80 if you rent our entire restaurant. Our space can be customized for you. Please contact our event staff to inquire about more specific information and availability.

Location
1622 Orrington Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
Neighborhood
Evanston
Cross street
Davis & Church
Parking details
1603 Orrington Ave. Evanston, ILParking by hourly rates. Available: Monday - Friday, 7am to 8pm; Saturday, 7am to 3pmSherman Plaza Parking GarageParking by hourly rate. Open 24 hrs.821 Davis St. Evanston, ILPhone: (847) 491-9061
Public transit
Two blocks from the Davis Street Metra stop and Davis Purple Line stop
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

All Experiences

Celebrating 10 Years of NaKorn Anniversary Dinner
$60.00 per person
2 - 20 people
Nov 13, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026
Celebrate 10 years of NaKorn with a special four-course, family-style anniversary menu featuring traditional Thai dishes, including a samrub - a selection of complementary dishes served together and meant to be shared. November 13–15 | $60 per person A few things to know: - Minimum two guests. - The samrub is served family-style, with portions adjusted to your party size. - Vegetarian and vegan substitutions only. No other dietary modifications. - The menu contains peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, and other potential allergens. Allergy-related substitutions are not available. - The anniversary menu will be the only food menu offered throughout the weekend. - Tax and gratuity are not included in the $60 price.

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at NaKorn.

4.8

(555)

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

North Suburbs
Innovative
North Suburbs
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

NaKorn offers "fantastic modern Thai cuisine" with a creative menu that blends authentic and contemporary flavors. Guests rave about the "exceptional service" and beautifully presented dishes. Though occasionally noisy, the energetic atmosphere and live music enhance the dining experience. Must-try items include the coconut curry chicken, and the "spectacular drinks" are highly praised.

555 Reviews

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George
San Diego2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved it! Went for an anniversary dinner. Perfect vibe. We will be back soon
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Sylvie
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent main dishes, with mixtures of textures and vegetables, and tasty meat. My only reservation was with the dessert, the millefeuilles: it should not be called as it has nothing to do with the French dessert of that name. It was made ofn;ayers pf hard crust instead of the soft think layers of pastry.
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Ronald
New Orleans9 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 28, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Terrific food, both authentic and modern, beautifully presented. I had heard good things about NaKorn from other food inclined friends, so I went with a good friend to give it a try. Both main dishes were fabulous, with a duck confit with a red curry an absoulte star, and a braised chicken curry also featuring intense, complex flavors. We both had a pastry dessert filled with pandan creme, it was beautifully composed, and captured the unique flavors of pandan, while integrating it with French pastry technique. Service was excellent. Two points that kept the evening from ranking as a full fledged outstanding dining experience: first, several drink options on the menu were unavailable, with no obvious substitutes. It is a small thing, but these days, every fine dining establishment should have at least one cider at all times. Second, the noise level. I found it difficult to have a conversation during a Wednesday night meal - which suggests that noise levels on a busier night might be intolerable for me. I understand that many like the energy, but I concede that it will make me consider carefully when I next dine at NaKorn.
NaKornResponded on October 30, 2026
Thanks so much, Ronald, for coming and reviewing! We're pretty bummed we missed the mark on your visit and really, really hope you'll give us another try to get that 4 up to a 5! Thanks again for all your thoughts and we hope to see you again soon. Sam, for the team at NaKorn.
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Shireen
Exclusive1 review
3.0
Dined on October 26, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Arrived a few minutes early for our reservation and our table was not ready. The interior was so painfully loud, we decided it better to eat in their outdoor area. The busboy left small plates for us, but they were still wet. There seemed to be little communication between the hostess and our server, since they would come and ask us the same questions. The food was fairly good, but there were several misses. The Braised Angus Beef with Bah Mi Noodles was good but too spicy. The sticky rice wasn't like the sticky rice we've had in Thailand - it was a bit too moist. The food was served very fast, which was nice.
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richard
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A family favorite... we drive 1 hour to experience the magic of NaKorn....
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Jennifer Gold
Chicago40 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 19, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Love this restaurant! Great food. Will be back for sure.
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Amy Gold
Chicago8 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 18, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fun dinner out in Evanston- they had a jazz guitarist playing- which was a festive touch - food was very good - would definitely go back!
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Matthew Gold
Chicago7 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 18, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic modern Thai cuisine and acute cozy environment with live music
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Shelly
Chicago11 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 12, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If you like Thai food, this is the place to go! The dishes that we ordered were beautifully presented and the flavors were incredible. The service was so friendly and helpful. We went for lunch and can't wait to return.
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daniel
Wisconsin2 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 4, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was sharable. Service was ok. Room was loud. I am confused why they asked if this was a special occasion (it was my wife's birthday) and they didn't even acknowledge it.
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Thai, Contemporary Asian
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(847) 733-8424
Website
http://nakornkitchen.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Sam Rattanopas
Catering
We also offer an offsite catering as well as a lunch box program.
Private party facilities
We can accommodate parties of 6-50 or up to 80 if you rent our entire restaurant. Our space can be customized for you. Please contact our event staff to inquire about more specific information and availability.

Location
1622 Orrington Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
Neighborhood
Evanston
Cross street
Davis & Church
Parking details
1603 Orrington Ave. Evanston, ILParking by hourly rates. Available: Monday - Friday, 7am to 8pm; Saturday, 7am to 3pmSherman Plaza Parking GarageParking by hourly rate. Open 24 hrs.821 Davis St. Evanston, ILPhone: (847) 491-9061
Public transit
Two blocks from the Davis Street Metra stop and Davis Purple Line stop
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Guests report portions are plentiful and satisfying, several reviewers say they left completely satisfied after their meals.

NaKorn feels warm and inviting with beautiful decor and live music, think dim lighting, relaxed seating, and an energetic, elevated dining vibe that often features sax or guitar accompaniment.

Yes, NaKorn is family‑friendly: guests mention a small kids' menu and have brought infants and young children, enjoying a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

Yes, NaKorn is frequently recommended for date night: reviewers praise its warm, intimate atmosphere, live music, and a fine-dining, special-occasion vibe.

Yes, NaKorn has an outdoor patio; guests praise the beautiful, lush patio and say it’s a lovely spot for summer-night dining.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished, and comfortable attire rather than anything formal.

At NaKorn you can dine in the main dining room, sit at the bar, or enjoy the outdoor patio.

Sunday evenings are a lovely pick, reviewers describe a fabulous Sunday-evening visit with delicious, beautifully presented food and plentiful portions.

NaKorn’s weekday lunch (Wed–Fri, 11:30 am–2:00 pm) is a great, slightly quieter and more affordable time to visit; Friday–Saturday evenings tend to be busy and lively.

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NaKorn

4.8

$30 and under

Thai

Evanston

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 9, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

NaKorn

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NaKorn

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

All Experiences

Celebrating 10 Years of NaKorn Anniversary Dinner

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