"If you need an incentive to keep a few bills in your wallet, look no further than Andy’s Thai Kitchen in Lakeview. And while this cash-only, BYOB spot is great for boat noodles with brisket, the main focus should be on their specialty dishes. Som tum poo with papaya, raw crab, and dried shrimp is refreshing and funky, while the wild boar curry is sweet and savory. The parade of plastic bags exiting the restaurant suggest that Andy’s is popular mainly for take-out, but that means it’s usually quiet, and grabbing a table is never an issue." - john ringor, veda kilaru, adrian kane