Ayada

Cozy, quiet Thai restaurant. The staff is lovely. Great date restaurant. The food is authentic and delicious. I was only surprised that the pad kaprow was served with sliced pork instead of the usual ground pork. The appetizers were great.

Ayada in Elmhurst is easily one of the best Thai spots you can visit, and it’s a fantastic choice for groups. We went as a party of 6 with a reservation and ordered a variety of dishes, but the portions were so generous that we couldn't even finish everything. I’d definitely say that all the orders are perfect for sharing if you want to taste a bit of everything with your friends. The absolute highlight for me was the creamy tom kha gai soup—it was incredible, and I’d recommend it to anyone. Just a heads-up: whether you love the heat or prefer things mild, make sure to let them know your spice preference when you order!

Every dish we ordered was packed with bold, authentic flavors and executed perfectly. The drunken noodles were smoky, spicy, and beautifully balanced, great wok char and just the right kick. The larb was fresh, vibrant, and full of herbs, with that perfect tangy heat that keeps you going back for another bite. The curry duck was the standout: incredibly tender, rich, and deeply flavorful, with a curry that was complex without being overwhelming. And the Thai sausage? Juicy, aromatic, and addictive, the perfect appetizer to kick things off. Everything tasted intentional and true to Thai cuisine. Add friendly service and a cozy, no-frills atmosphere, and AYADA easily earns its reputation as one of the best Thai spots around. Can’t wait to come back and try more of the menu.

This place is a cute little gem on Woodside Ave! Steamed mussels are a must, that spicy sauce that comes with it on the side was so good! Spicy and sweet! Atmosphere was very nice, cozy, staff very friendly, patient, oh and last but not least their choice of music was great. Definitely worth coming.

Wow - this place was fabulous. Excellent service and what we had was absolutely delicious. We started off with the dumplings as an appetizer and then we split a few items, including drunken noodles with beef – medium rare – with basil fried rice and Chinese broccoli. Everything was incredibly savory. Atmosphere cozy and welcoming. About the service, the folks running this restaurant were very attentive. At one point, I dropped my fork on the floor and literally seconds after it hit our table server had another fork and spoon plus a napkin for me. We are definitely coming back and can’t imagine anyone who loves Thai food would have a bad experience here.