Asian eats in Evanston
From Thai to sushi, there're tons of choices in E-town
February 21, 2008Pinto Thai Kitchen
1931 Central St., EvanstonThe decor may be plain, but the food is above average at Evanston’s new Thai spot. A separate seasonal menu highlights simple yet flavorful delicacies.
Noodle Garden
1241 Chicago Ave., EvanstonAt the upscale end of Evanston's long list of Thai restaurants, Noodle Garden brings in a crowd of mostly older diners.
Hunan Star
3339 Golf Rd., EvanstonMongolian beef and chicken, orange chicken and chicken with garlic sauce are the most popular items at Hunan Star.
Sashimi Sashimi
640 Church St., EvanstonTry this friendly Evanston spot for fresh sushi on the go.
Sabai
724 Clark St., EvanstonEvanston has attracted a surprising number of Thai places, but Sabai has already managed to distinguish itself.
Andaman West
2901 W. Central, EvanstonThis pan-Asian eatery features Thai and Japanese favorites, plus maki rolls and sushi.
Guan Restaurant
2426 Main St., EvanstonThis trendy pan-Asian eatery serves up sushi along with Thai, Korean, Chinese and Japanese entrees
Sea Ranch
518 Dempster St., EvanstonThis small sushi restaurant also carries Japanese groceries and imported fish.
Cozy Noodles & Rice
1018 Davis St., EvanstonWhile the food at Cozy Noodles & Rice is authentic Thai, the interior is all about American nostalgia.
Siam Pasta
809 Dempster St., EvanstonThe menu at this casual eatery includes Thai classics like pad Thai and lard nar, curry and fried rice dishes, and entrees like pepper steak and ginger chicken. Desserts include Thai custard and green tea ice cream.
Dozika
601 Dempster St., EvanstonThis trendy Pan-Asian eatery serves Thai, Japanese and Chinese classics with style.
Kansaku
1514 Sherman Ave., EvanstonThis upscale sushi spot aims to stand out with an emphasis on Japanese cuisine and seriousness about sake.
Lulu's
804 Davis St., EvanstonBilling itself as "dim sum and then sum," this friendly spot serves pan-Asian food an open, bright atmosphere.
Pine Yard Restaurant
1033 Davis St., EvanstonServing Mandarin, Szechwan and Cantonese dishes since 1973, specialties here include mu shu pork with homemade pancakes and the kuo-tae fried dumpling appetizer.
Thai Sookdee Restaurant
1016 Church St., EvanstonThis tranquil, low-lit restaurant menu include fish -- red snapper, squid, catfish, salmon and shrimp -- as well as roast duck, chicken, pork, tofu and beef dishes.
Siam Paragon
503 Main St., EvanstonThis upscale pan-Asian spot is a smart date destination, with its small tables, soft music and artistic decor featuring Thai sculptures.
Kuni's Japanese Restaurant
511 Main St., EvanstonJapanese cuisine served in a simple and peaceful setting at Kuni's, with live orchids and bamboo-like tropical plants filling the large picture windows facing the street.
Blu Sushi Lounge
1700 Orrington Avenue, EvanstonOpened in summer 2007 in the space formerly occupied by Narra, Blu Sushi Lounge aims to open up the vibe with a younger crowd.
Ruby of Siam
1125 Emerson St., EvanstonUnusual, off-the-beaten-track Thai dishes are available here; the trick is sifting through the 119-item menu to find them.
Koi Chinese and Sushi
624 Davis St., EvanstonThis trendy Evanston spot serves traditional Chinese mainstays (sesame chicken, Peking duck) and inventive sushi.
