Cozy Noodles n' Rice

After trying so many places and being so disappointed... Cozy Noodles n' Rice was a welcome change. They had me feeling nostalgic for my non-existent Thai grandmother's cooking. If I'm ever in Chicago again, this will be my family's go-to place and I'll tell everyone I know how amazing it was. Everything we had was top notch, you won't be disappointed here.

Things I liked: They were blasting the A/C on the hottest day of the year. Their prices are very reasonable. Service was quite fast. Things I didn't like: The Crispy Pad Thai is a terribly executed Frankenstein whose novelty wears off after three bites, and the Chinese section of the menu is better than the actual Thai food. Neutral observation: The egg rolls are tiny.

Cozy Noodles & Rice has a charming, hole-in-the-wall vibe with exposed brick walls and Cubs decors that give it a homey feel. The staff is warm and welcoming, and they offer a wide variety of dishes on their colorful menu. The flavors unfortunately fell flat - the food lacks the bold spices and depth you’d expect from authentic Thai food. Still, it’s a lovely neighborhood spot for a casual meal. Note they’re cash only for in-person dining, though you can pay with cards for online takeout.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Stopped by Cozy Noodles n' Rice last weekend, and honestly, it was a mixed bag. The decor is quirky and fun, with vintage toys and memorabilia covering the walls, which gives it a unique vibe . I ordered the Crazy Noodles and Crab Rangoon. The Crazy Noodles were decent but nothing to write home about, and the Crab Rangoon was overly greasy. What really threw me off was the cash-only policy—it's 2025, and not accepting cards is just inconvenient. Plus, they added a service charge without informing me. All in all, I spent around $30, and for that price, I expected better food and more transparent service.​

Cozy Noodles is hands down my favorite Thai spot in Chicago! I don’t get to come here often since I live far away, but every time I do, it’s a real treat. I get so excited to eat here because not only is the food absolutely incredible, but the atmosphere and the people make it even more special. The staff and the owner are some of the kindest people you’ll ever meet—always welcoming, friendly, and genuinely happy to see you. It’s the kind of place where you feel like family, even if you only visit once a year. And let’s talk about the decor—it’s next-level fun! The walls, floors, and ceiling are packed with baseball game figures and toys, creating such a unique, nostalgic vibe. It’s like stepping into a collector’s dream, and it makes the whole dining experience even more memorable. But the real star? The food. Every dish is made with so much flavor and love. Whether you’re craving classic Pad Thai, rich and comforting curries, or crispy spring rolls, you can’t go wrong. Everything is fresh, perfectly balanced, and cooked to perfection. If you haven’t been to Cozy Noodles yet, do yourself a favor and go. It’s a place that leaves a lasting impression, and I already can’t wait for my next visit!

The interior design of this restaurant is superb! Love the decorations of Cubs. The owner of this restaurant was incredibly friendly and the food here tasted really great.

The noodles were perfectly cooked, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The portions were generous, and the prices were incredibly affordable—such a great value for the quality of food. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, making it a perfect spot for a casual meal or a laid-back dinner with friends. Whether you're stopping by for a quick bite or settling in for a leisurely meal, this restaurant is a gem. Highly recommend giving it a try!

This is a great memory for us! The people were warm and welcoming. The place is fully decorated, I couldn’t stop looking around. This became a solid 5/5 when we tasted the food. I will come back when I come to Chicago again. PS, the place is cash only but they have an atm in the back.

Such a cute and cozy little spot in the heart of Wrigley. Not a lot of seating inside so could be harder getting a table during dinner time. I went around 3PM on a Saturday and was easily able to get a table. Love the quirky decor and the service was great but the only reason I couldn't give it 5 stars was because I wish the portions were slightly bigger. I was still hungry after my noodles entree so I think these portions might be smaller than other places. But my noodles were really good!

Small and cute place! Cash only, but the do have an ATM in the back which is helpful! The seating is pretty limited but we were able to get a table for 2 right away. The menu is fairly large with a ton of options. The servers were all very friendly and welcoming. They had many banners that it was voted best Thai food in Chicago 2025. Unfortunately, the food was not as great as advertised. It was good, but lacked a bit of flavor. It's a cute place to grab a quick bite and enjoy the cute atmosphere, but as far as amazing Thai food I think there are better options in the area.

Cozy Noodles & Rice is a cozy, eccentrically decorated spot that serves delicious & authentic thai food, but the portions are on the smaller side. Ambience & Service: My party of 6 found were seated promptly after the host rearranged some tables. The interior is maximally decorated and makes for interesting conversation. The downside is it's somewhat small, so I wouldn't recommend coming with large parties. Service was great since there were only a few tables. Food: We ordered pad see ew, drunken noodles, curry, and their signature spicy suzuki. Everything came out hot on cute heart-shaped plates and tasted great. Though portions were noticeably small for $15 price point, to the point where my guy friends contemplated ordering second entrees. We were very hungry after bouldering and didn't complain, but I'm unsure if some would revisit. Overall, it's worth visiting for the vibes, authentic dishes, and to support a mom-and-pop restaurant... but I'd go elsewhere if I were very hungry or going with a large group.

We got the mixed appetizer plate, pineapple fried rice with shrimp and and a mango bubble tea/slushie. First off this thai restaurant is super cute and colorful on the inside with wonderful service. The mixed app had a variety of stuff but the crab rangoons were my fav. The mango bubble tea had more of a slushie/ smoothie texture which i actually prefer so that was a nice refreshing drink. Finally the pineapple fried rice, i expected that to come in an actual pineapple but the heart shaped plate was a cute surprise. The fried rice was good but i personally didn't love the nuts in it, you could ask for that taken out and probably what i'll do next time. Overall I'd definitely recommend this place! They have great lunch specials as well.

I was sick and wanted some soup. The soup had lettuce in it. Not cabbage, but iceberg lettuce. I appreciated face simplicity of the soup, but lettuce does go in soup.

The inside definitely has an interesting vibe with all the Knick knacks and bobble heads. It's cash only if you dine in and the place itself is pretty small. The wait staff was super friendly and attentive. I absolutely loved the crab Rangoon. Would highly recommend. I got the World Series Game Seven and it was pretty good, but I guess I'm not sure why it's more expensive then the basic pad Thai. I also tried the crispy Pad Khee Mao. I don't think I'm a fan of the crispy noodle, but the sauce was decent.

One of my favorite spots to go crazy and order more food than I can ever finish to fight off sunday scaries. Cash only if you're dining in (not the case for delivery) but there are multiple ATMs in walking distance so it's not a hinderance to the experience. The inside feels like you're in your excentric uncle's house, if your uncle collected Chicago tchotchkes and string lights. Its busy but roomy and I'll just say there's always something new to look at in there. I've never had anything sub par here, my usuals are the orange chicken (basic but classic), cashew chicken, garlic noodles, and the crab rangoons (wish the wrapper was thinner but still one of my favs in the city). The owner is a super sweet guy, and if you dont see him running around the restaurant himself, he does have little bitmoji's of himself throughout as well.

Food - 3.5/5 Ambience - 3.5/5 Service 3.5/5 Value - 3/5 You do have to pay in cash, but there is an atm on site. Great place to go after a Cubs game. Small place, but the decor is unmatched, Chicago memorabilia everywhere. The food was good, though not much to choose from if you have a shellfish allergy. It is thai food with a twist so if you are looking for a specific curry, this may not be the best place to go.

Loved this spot!! Cash ONLY! Heads up eaters!! The staff are really nice, the food is tasty and the space has a great vibe! Small dining space so big parties (4+) won't fit comfortable. It's right around the corner from Wriggly Field so if you don't want a burger or an over priced try it out!

Cozy is definitely a great name for this place. It gives a local feel and you're definitely getting authentic Thai food. Be sure to bring cash if you're coming here!! I've made the mistake and forgotten- they do have an ATM in the restaurant, though. The pad Thai and crab rangoons are phenomenal.

This review is a looooong time coming. I lived across the street from Cozy in Wrigley from 2014-2017. Cozy immediately became my go-to and rain or snow or shine, I ordered the Cozy Rice Soup weekly. Add an order of Crispy Pad Thai on weeks where I had a little more spending $$. I introduced all my friends and family to Cozy and it has since become a tradition in my family to stop by when we can. Many years later, I live in Los Angeles and my family is spread out across the states and when we can visit, it's a treat. This past weekend we had a long layover in Chicago and we made the most of the trip by ordering Cozy to-go and ate at the Lincoln Park Zoo. A huge and heartfelt thank you to Cozy and the incredible staff, you've become a staple in our family. We've made so many memories surrounding your tables and eating your food. Congratulations on celebrating 20 epic years.

This is a small and kind of kitschy, cute spot - and the food is really tasty! They have lots of options you don't find at most Thai restaurants. Price is reasonable and friendly service. I'm going back!

This is my go to spot every time I'm by Wrigley Field. Incredible presentation time, energy and love from the Owner. This is a must stop if you're in the neighborhood very eclectic restaurant with bobble heads, baseballs, and memorabilia from the chef and the Cubs.

Update? Kind of? Look, Cozy is still the best, and I will add that over the last decade, I've really appreciated seeing how Cozy works to connect with community, especially during tougher times. A lot of cool places have closed shop in the corpo-glammification of Wrigleyville over the last several years, but Cozy remains--thank goodness for that!

I've gone here a few times. The ambience inside is great. Very small, but cozy (who would've thought!!) I have gotten the chicken pad thai, crab Rangoons, and panang curry. I do find the pad Thai to be on the drier side.

Great noodle and Thai joint in Wrigleyville just a block from the ballpark. Place is small but they go a good business. Food is tasty. Staff lovely. Portions good. Prices reasonable. Always happy when I order food from here.

A very mediocre takeout experience. Food arrived 20 min late and was bland. Not worth $20 for an entree.

thai iced tea was the best ive had so far in chicago. even in a completely packed restaurant it still was ready very quickly. a perfect amount of sweetness to it that a lot of teas will lack.

I ordered the spicy basil rice dish with ground chicken, and it was yummy. My mom ordered the golden noodles. This was a Grubhub order BTW, and I put in the notes for this dish to not be spicy. There were red chili flakes, and my mom couldn't tolerate the spicyness the next day. So, I guess that note was overlooked. Oh, and they have yummy boba Thai iced tea!

COCKROACHES! Stay away! After sitting down and eating most of my meal, I noticed there was bugs moving around on the floor. It turns out it was cockroaches!. I felt like throwing up after seeing them. Unfortunately, the owner still made me pay. I did reach out and asked for a refund, but he never returned my emails. I still can't believe I paid. I just wanted to get the heck out of there. I had to throw away my sneakers because I didn't want to bring cockroach back home.

We ordered the Spicy Basil, which was really good, and the green curry which was ok not great

Loved Cozy Noodles and Rice! The food was delicious - crab rangoons, spicy curry ramen, mild yellow curry with rice and lucky noodles with spinach noodles and lots of broccoli. The menu was almost mind boggling but we chose our dinners and ate them up. Big portions so we had plenty for leftovers. The atmosphere is cozy, bright and festive, a visual cornucopia of quirky doodads (with a good percentage focused on Cubs, appropriate for the location). Even Elvis, there by the cash register. Staff was friendly, food delivered quickly. Cash only but there's an ATM in the back (this cash only thing at restaurants bugs me, especially in a big city, figure it's some kind of scam of some kind?? Someone is making money off it, for sure, if only the ATM vendor). Street parking but there's a lot nearby.

Decided to try this place on a rainy cold night. We ordered the red curry with shrimp We ordered a side of white rice. Since listing didn't say it comes with rice already. The crazy noodles with chicken which were buy one get one. Delicious plenty of veggies and noodles. Pretty good for a last minute decision.

Was so excited to try Cozy after rave reviews from friends, but was so disappointed it didn't hit the spot. Pros: - Such a cute, cozy (no pun intended) restaurant - Great location - Very patient and attentive service Cons: - To food was just not impressive. I heard rave reviews of the crispy pad thai, and I assumed the crispy was an addition rather than the noodle itself. I wouldn't liked it as a crispy topper, but it overpowered the whole dish as fried and greasy. There was also hardly any sprouts/veggies. It was 90% fried crispy noodle and chicken, which wasn't enjoyable. - Fried rice was decent - Good portion of fresh veggies, just could use some flavor/spice. Overall, was excited to try this cute spot but wasn't blown away, and there are plenty of stronger options nearby.

Classic place that has been here for a long time. Lots of interesting decor including bobble heads, cubs decorations, fun sandstone coaster tiles in the bathroom from classic Chicago places. Friendly service. Everyone seems to know everyone... some cops came in and were really friendly with everyone. Note: This place is cash only. I think this is great so we can encourage circulating money in our local economies without being tracked or having 3% taken for the bank on every transaction. It really adds up. Pros: * Food was decent. I ordered the Hot Chicken Basil/Pad Kra Prow style dish with egg. * got two eggs * Good sized portions. * Friendly Service. Cons: * Eggs were overcooked (over hard). This dish should have runny yolks. * Staff sprayed some seriously toxic aerosol cleaner to wipe the tables... consider moving away from the aerosol so that you don't pollute the air with it and affect the health of staff and diners. Get a natural cleaner or use vinegar and water as a bonus, but at least move to a liquid based cleaner instead of aerosol. I think there was one more thing I didn't like, but overall it was fine.

I must have forgotten to review this place over 10 years back when I first came. It's so nostalgic in so many ways because it's a place that a friend who has now passed away brought me here. It was one of his favorites. It's so Chicago and Thai, filled with love as associated with what Cozy encompasses. It's a kitschy spot and thus will begin your attachments to wanting so many delicious items here. The decor is fun and filled with childlike comforts. The menu has lots of fun baseball named items. I came with my coworkers whom I easily convinced that eating Thai food would be much better than ball park food before the game. We forgot share so many delicious items: baby eggrolls, crab Rangoons, gyozas, shrimp salad, Chicken Tom yum soup, chicken satay, Wrigley Forever, Doubleheader, salmon red curry, salmon special, pineapple fried rice. Everything was flavorful and delicious! Service was great, and I will try not to wait too long to come back again. It's a small spot but was so impressed that all 6 of us got to eat together. It's a place my team will not forget. Cash only!

Amazing little spot in Wrigley! Food is delicious (basil chicken was our fav), and they even got us a table when we were originally a takeout order. Great waitress! Will return all of the time and with friends for the cute decor and fun vibe.

Ordered massaman curry and the sauce was completely broken and inedible. This wouldn't ordinarily be a big deal--sometimes meals are bad--but the person at the restaurant tried to tell me that the sauce was supposed to look like that which simply is not true. It's one thing to get a bad meal. It's something else entirely to be gaslit into thinking your bad meal was fine.

Really good Thai place in lakeview. I thought the noodles and the spicy Korean wings were tasty, the portions great, and the prices fair. I've only had it once, but would absolutely go back and try as much of the menu as I can. I would also go back for the chicken alone. Service was good, and the inside decoration is fun and cute. They don't take cards, which is the only reason I took off a star; I had to use the ATM inside to pay. However, that would not prevent me from going back.

Food is great- dine in or take out, service is excellent- family owned & run. Ambience is eclectic & fun. This is a great spot!

Delightful. The best of the Classic Chicago Thai spots. Food is delicious, service always wonderful. The sesame peanuts are

Cozy Chicago is a great spot for a relaxed meal. The food was delicious, well-prepared, and full of flavor. We were seated quickly and the menu had many of the classic Thai restaurant options. We ordered vegetarian egg rolls, Pad Cashew with Tofu, and Pad See Ew with chicken. The entrees were pretty good, and the egg rolls were stellar. I also got the Thai Iced Tea which was great. They also have plenty of vegetarian and vegan options available. Everything was perfect! The atmosphere of the restaurant is so amazing and I love the decorations of all the different trinkets. I can't wait to bring more family and friends here! See you again guys!

A cute, cash-only, small Thai restaurant deep in Lakeview, the restaurant is very much cozy and a great place to hang out with friends. I'm terms of food, you will get your very standard Thai experience here, albeit with a pricier price point and with much smaller portions. You will likely have to order several dishes to share in order to be satisfied here because of the small portions so you might not rank this high on your value for money scale. That being said, the service is excellent and the various milk teas and smoothies they have on the menu is large and comprehensive--you are likely to find something that satisfies everyone here. My only wish is that portion sizes were a bit larger.

I don't think I spoke this whole meal I was truly hellbent on shoving everything in my mouth. Every mouthful was perfect and I will spend the rest of my life chasing after this high. We started with the cozy wings which are the best fried chicken wings I've ever had, the breading and fry is absolutely perfectly crispy and crunchy and the chicken underneath is juicy and glistening. The red curry salmon is a beautiful broth base with chunks of pineapple and pole beans topped with the flakiest, softest, perfectly steamed salmon. The pad thai has crunch from the peanuts, chew from the noodles, and a perfect blend of tamarind and sugar. The Thai salad topped with steamed shrimp is the way to go, the shrimp is, you guessed it, is PERFECTLY steamed, plump and with a great bite to it. The salad is thai-style spicy, overwhelming and jolting, every fresh cucumber slice, tomato chunk, and leaf of lettuce soaking up the citrus and chili, it's refreshing exterior now housing a burst of spice and lime. This meal was truly perfect and to cap it off, the dishware is so lovely and the plates are HEART-SHAPED. I HEART YOU TOO, COZY NOODLES AND RICE!!!!

I try not to give bad reviews especially if the service and the friendliness of the server and host are good, but I must be truthful. The ambience is indeed cozy, with a lot of tchotchkes you would find in a 16 year old boy's room. Be aware that during cold season, the second door does not provide any barrier to the cold wind that rushes in each time someone comes through, brrrr Now let's get to the food: we had the chicken Pad Thai and the Penang curry with "beef". Both recommended by the server. I have never seen bright orange noodles for this dish before. The chicken was incredibly dry. The taste was OK. Now for the "beef" - I put it in quotes because I have never seen Beef that's gray - the texture was not pleasing and the taste was meh. My stomach Felt a bit queasy after having the curry slurry. The prices were standard $13-$14 Per entrée. We shared a $5 piña colada smoothie which was standard as well. I've had much much better Thai food in Chinatown. We also tried the shrimp rolls which were whole jumbo shrimp wrapped in wonton skin. Unique presentation and tasted like what a jumbo shrimp would. All in all, wouldn't come back unless there was no other option.

Cozy Noodles And Rice is...cozy. It has such a crazy interior it almost makes me forget about how good the food is. Lots of action figures, robots and whatever treasures others discarded have been placed on every square inch of the walls. Kind of distracting like there's too much going on, but it's clear this place is more than about food. The best thing is they're also welcoming to anyone and they don't judge. All the stuff that's in here, and there's still enough room to dine inside. It's hard to look away, and you'll be scanning the walls throughout your meal. This restaurant is almost at Wrigley Field so of course there's Cubs stuff, like hundreds of figurines, it's nuts. And there's more. There's another wall with hundreds of toy robots. I almost forget about the food. What I had last time was a Matcha Boba Milk Tea and the Tofu Salad. It's about $10 for a good amount of tofu and fixings. This is spicy with cilantro and while it's not huge, it's satisfying. Best place for crazy Thai food. If you love kids junk you'll love looking around here. Those who dine in have pay cash, or you could pay the fee instead, but why do that.

This is such a great spot! My friends and I came here for a birthday dinner with a handful of picky eaters and we were all satisfied with the menu. The crab rangoons were HUGE and delightful. The portion of pad thai I got could have been bigger but it was super yummy. I will be back soon!

This is the worst thai food I've had in this city. The pad thai is drenched in ketchup, making the whole thing a disgusting color and flavor. The orange chicken was rubbery and the sauce did not taste like orange.

I loved everything about this place! We got the red and yellow curry and both were awesome! Vegan and gluten free friendly plus the inside is a total treat.

This place seems consistently bland and flavorless. I have to drench everything in sriracha and salt. I asked for extra spicy x10... but it still was not spicy. Dry, flavorless, gnarly Thai food. Would not recommend. Food 1 Price 3 (relatively affordable)

Cozy's was my first foray into Thai food many, many years ago. I remember helping Chef Tee with lights when I worked at a local hardware store. To this day, I'm so glad he asked me to try the food. I've not been disappointed with the many dishes & appetizers I've had. Moving away from Chicago for a few years was really upsetting for me as there has never been Thai food quite like Cozy's at all, ever. Upon moving back, I was happy to see I could order delivery & the food is the same much like I remembered so many years ago. People might associate mac & cheese as comfort food, but for me it's always Cozy's Noodles. I can't be bothered to eat any other Thai food despite having many options near my new apartment. Favorites are crazy noodles, garlic chicken noodles, pad see ew, and pad woonsen. The crab rangoon is to die for, as well as baby egg rolls, pot stickers, & shrimp rolls. Decor of the restaurant has its own special charm, & the staff has always been wonderful. Whether you're nearby or need to order for delivery, Cozy's is easily the BEST choice.

I LOVE this place simply because of their decor. The curation of Cubs, Disney, and miscellaneous retro decor is super cool with a lot of neat unique finds. Make sure to check out their bathroom! It's basic but the Thai Fried Rice is great! Packed with flavor and the veggies are fresh. The Pad Thai is not my absolute favorite but it's pretty good for when I'm in the area. The service is good. The servers are very nice and quick to help you. However, they take only cash, and have a sign stating that everyone must order their own plate. They didn't enforce it with our group but I could see this being annoying if a group is just looking for a quick bite.

Cozy is the greatest. By far my favorite place to order Thai from in the neighborhood. The staff are so friendly and it is great to support local. My all-time favorite is the Pad Thai. It is just all around perfect. I also love the crab Rangoon and egg rolls to start -- you really can't go wrong. They generally just have amazing variations of Thai you can try. I recommend some of the specials!! The fried rice and orange chicken are also so classic. Try this spot next time you want to order delivery or want a nice evening walk for carry-out!

Delicious food. Friendly owners. Super cool ambiance and decor. We had such a delicious and unexpected lunch at Cozy Noodles! The decor is eclectic with collectibles all around of bobble heads, Mickey Mouse, and general baseball memorabilia. The tables have mosaics on top and the bottoms are made from old sewing machines. The food! Sooooo good. We started with fried tofu and shrimp rolls. I could eat those shrimp rolls all day long! For our entrees we had pad kee mou, bacon pad Thai (rookie of the year), and I love youuuu! We asked for a higher spice level and it was perfect. Also enjoyed the Korean green tea ice cream at the end. Highly recommend! Chef Tee is super nice!

CASH ONLY This place was so good. Such a large menu and every item I've tried is delicious. They decor is unique and fun. Great hidden spot. The only things i didn't like is that they stop taking food orders at 8 and they only take cash

Cozy Noodles is such a fun place. You could not possibly get bored while dining in because of all the trinkets that fill the walls. There's always something to look at! If you plan to dine in, note that it is cash only!! There is an ATM available, but avoid those fees by preparing cash beforehand :) We started with the Crab Rangoon, which was stellar. I got the Pineapple Chicken Fried Rice. It was the perfect mix of sweet and savory. I also treated myself to a Thai Iced Tea with Boba. All together, this meal left me satisfied. I will certainly be back!

I've been here a few times and I've come away happy every time. Tonight was the best yet as their dumpling ramen is absolutely delicious. The service is really solid and their patio is dog friendly. I need to come here more often.

extremely rude service !!!! The server and staff were unwelcoming and unprofessional.

You guys. Cozy is an absolute MUST! Aside from the adorably kind staff and atmosphere to match the name, the food at Cozy is fantastic!!! Pre-pandemic, we loved walking over to Cozy for a mid-week night out. It's located just off the Addison Redline stop, so it's the perfect spot to hop off the train and meet a friend or spouse. Over the past year though, we've been ordering delivery -- and it's definitely become a staple for us (like, to the point where we need to branch out, but don't want to because it's just so good). We always start with the crab rangoon. I don't know how they do it, but they are perfectly crispy even upon delivery. I've had a lot of crab rangoon's and I can pretty confidently say these are the best. They are the comparison standard I hold all other goons to, and so far nothing has topped it. As far as entrees, I think we've tried just about the entire menu at this point. My go to is Miracle on Clark, which is stir-fried brown rice loaded with veggies and your choice of protein. I also adore the curry with tofu, crispy pad Thai (so epic), and the udon drunken noodles. On this particular night I tried the Golden Noodles, which is stir-fried egg noodles with chicken and veggies. It was simple and delicious, which was exactly was I was looking for. This family-owned business is absolutely A+ in food, atmosphere, and staff. It just has a way of making your heart (and belly!) feel....cozy.