Aroy Thai Chicago

"Call Aroy the Cheers of Ravenswood, where the people who work here are all on a first-name basis with the regulars and their cats. This cash-only BYOB spot has a long menu of Thai staples, and the food—like pork shoulder with housemade jaew sauce—is always excellent. But it’s also the type of place where you’ll see what all the surrounding tables ordered, and then want to order it for your own table to split." - john ringor, veda kilaru, adrian kane

"Even the seasoned Thai eater will enjoy finding something new at Aroy. Beef offal soup and pickled green bamboo are just a few of the funkier dishes offered here. While it’s possible to order like one would at any other Thai restaurant, venturing outside the comfort zone is recommended and yields rewards." - Ashok Selvam, Naomi Waxman

"Aroy Thai is the type of comforting and reliable spot everyone wants in their neighborhood. The food here - like papaya salad, sour and spicy sausage, and plenty of curries - is excellent, and you can BYOB. It’s a great, casual option for relaxing after a busy day at work, or for catching up with friends in a quiet environment." - josh barnett, sam faye, adrian kane

"Aroy Thai is the type of comforting and reliable spot everyone wants in their neighborhood. The food here - like papaya salad, sour and spicy sausage, and plenty of curries - is always very good. Order for curbside pickup or delivery." - adrian kane

"This quiet BYOB in Ravenswood has a long menu of Thai staples to choose from, and the highlights are the grilled pork neck salad and the combo platter of sausages (including isaan and sai ua). It’s pretty small, so try to think ahead and make a reservation - the dining area is almost always full. This is the type of place where you’ll want to know what all the surrounding tables ordered, and then order it for your own table to split." - Marnie Shure