Another new favorite. The place has a very nice appearance and atmosphere. The menu has many choices. I had the Khao soil and it was delicious. Wife had the Grilled Pork over rice. The pork belly was the perfect crisp and not dry. We look forward to returning again.

1 of my favorite Thai places in the neighborhood. I have never had a bad meal here but the best part of this place are the welcoming staff and comfy atmosphere. Look at this place during Christmas time. It’s too cute.

It was a fantastic experience! The owner is incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the visit even more enjoyable. The food has an authentic Thai taste, just like you’d find in Thailand. I loved the curry it was rich, flavorful, and perfectly spiced. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for genuine Thai cuisine in Oak Park area!

We enjoyed our lunch here today. We loved the Panang Curry & Mixed Vegetables w/Chicken. Look forward to a return visit.

The food was absolutely amazing. They had unique dishes in addition to the regular things you'd expect in a Thai menu.

The curry puff was delicious--so good my dining companion took an order to go. The Khao soi was flavorful and also delicious. Ending with the egg tart, which was silky smooth with a flaky crust.

Wait staff was friendly and attentive. Decor was very nice. The place did have a weird smell when I walked in.

I'll def be back!

If I could leave zero stars I would. I asked for a blended habrae tea and received water with ice. My dumplings were slimy. The service was worse than terrible when I called to ask for a resolution. I was told the manager is out until February and the employee was laughing because I was upset. DO NOT SPEND YOUR MONEY HERE THERE ARE BETTER PLACES IN THE AREA.

Quick update:
Still great food. Khao Soi is still amazingly flavourful and spicy. The Crab Rangoon is fried well, to a nice crisp. Drinks are delicious but take time to make. Mango sticky rice is great.

Original Review:
Long story, short: so delicious and fresh, I can't wait to go back.

Long story, long: the eldest decided we should have Thai food the first night the youngest was gone. I thought I'd search for something like the first Thai I had in Chicago (Rosded) which was so amazing.

When I saw Habrea on the Google Map, I remembered reading about it in an article a couple years ago. Based on that, I dragged the 2 of us out in the severe rain and foraged for dinner.

As we walked in, I got the sense that this was a family owned place that really cares about their business. Everything was tastefully decorated and very clean.

On to the food! We started out with chive dumplings. Very interesting, which I will say about everything that we ate. I liked it, but the texture was not loved by my companion. Besides the texture, the flavor was fresh and the sauce served with it was a nice balance of sweetness and heat.

For the main course, I had the Khao Soi. The flavors in this were simply amazing. I don't remember the last time that a meal seemed completely new to me. I've eaten some amazing dishes and this one is definitely in the top 5 for sure.

The kid had fried rice. It presented well, and I was told it was amazingly good. We then shared 2 desserts, the egg custard and the pudding. Both were good, but the pudding we really loved as it was again something we'd never tasted before.

The two complaints I have are, the Sake wasn't hot enough, and the meal ended. Not bad for foraging during a flood warning.

This is my new favorite THAI place.
I will forever miss the drunken stops at The Skrine Chops from my heyday, but after a few more trips here I forget they ever were there.
Food was fantastic, service was good, great atmosphere after getting over the nostalgia of Skrine Chops

A cut above the other Thai restaurants in the area

Another new favorite. The place has a very nice appearance and atmosphere. The menu has many choices. I had the Khao soil and it was delicious. Wife had the Grilled Pork over rice. The pork belly was the perfect crisp and not dry. We look forward to returning again.

1 of my favorite Thai places in the neighborhood. I have never had a bad meal here but the best part of this place are the welcoming staff and comfy atmosphere. Look at this place during Christmas time. It’s too cute.

This place looks nice from the outside but is rotten on the inside. The employees are bothered when you ask them something and give an attitude. I ordered a tea that tasted like sink water. I asked to have my drink exchanged and the non English speaking cashier told me that's the way it was ordered when it was not. I asked for the manager and was told that there is no manager until February. So unprofessional and rude. Take your money elsewhere.

I was looking forward to trying this place, but the service was disappointing. The cashier was impatient and the drinks were poorly made.

I was particularly disappointed when I inquired about coconut jelly, which was clearly listed on the online menu, only to be met with dismissive responses and told it didn't exist. This lack of attention to detail and dismissive attitude left a negative impression.

When I attempted to address these concerns and requested to speak with a manager, I was informed that there was no manager available for a month and that no one managed the establishment. The call was then abruptly ended. Given this experience, I have no intention of returning.

If I could leave zero stars I would. I asked for a blended habrae tea and received water with ice. My dumplings were slimy. The service was worse than terrible when I called to ask for a resolution. I was told the manager is out until February and the employee was laughing because I was upset. DO NOT SPEND YOUR MONEY HERE THERE ARE BETTER PLACES IN THE AREA.

Nice place and good foods service great .

We enjoyed our lunch here today. We loved the Panang Curry & Mixed Vegetables w/Chicken. Look forward to a return visit.

Amazing Everytime! Just close your eyes and pick anything, you will not be disappointed!

10/10 food. Absolutely fantastic.

Khao Soi is super flavorful must try.

I thought this place was more of a café and Thai bakery, but it is now more than that with a full menu and bar. Started with edamame and crab Rangoon and both were phenomenal. The edamame could’ve been a little hotter when served though. the tea that my wife got was very good and I tried two Thai beers, that were cold and very good. Entrées were pad Thai and Massaman curry. Both were the most flavorable versions I’ve had. The curry had just the right amount of low heat. Decent portion size on both dishes. Only complaint, turn down the phone that kept announcing who was calling. Definitely be back now that I know of this gem. The food definitely earns the 4.8 ranking!

I went here and was disappointed. As a sous chef, I know the difference between fresh and frozen chicken, and when I was asked how my meal was, I noted that the chicken tasted thawed, over refrigerated (you know that taste!) and the owner took time to be extra rude, insisting it was my taste buds, lol and not his refrigerator flavored chicken.

The owner is rude, the food below average. With so many good Thai restaurants in Forrest Park, I won't be going back here again.

One of the best lunch spots to meet with a friend. Lmk and I'll be there for the noodles, fun butterfly pea drinks and handmade desserts with panda, taro and charcoal. Yum!

Place is nice but red curry was very watery and portion was relatively small

Flawless

Excellent authentic Thai dishes! The curry and pad thai were tasty. Highly recommend!

Awesome!

Delicious, fresh, lovely presentation of authentic Thai food with different sauces per dish (not merely soy), hand made noodles. Been there several times. Excellent each time! A destination restaurant!!!

We had an amazing time here. The best Thai place in Oak Park, hands down! The food was flavorful and very enjoyable, the service is always great and the atmosphere is pleasant and peaceful.

The best Thai we’ve had in the area!

Delicious authentic Thai restaurant

The service was warm and friendly. The food was really delicious, so many flavors and not overpowering, its a must try spot. I even forgot to take pictures. I shall return.

Quick update:
Still great food. Khao Soi is still amazingly flavourful and spicy. The Crab Rangoon is fried well, to a nice crisp. Drinks are delicious but take time to make. Mango sticky rice is great.

Original Review:
Long story, short: so delicious and fresh, I can't wait to go back.

Long story, long: the eldest decided we should have Thai food the first night the youngest was gone. I thought I'd search for something like the first Thai I had in Chicago (Rosded) which was so amazing.

When I saw Habrea on the Google Map, I remembered reading about it in an article a couple years ago. Based on that, I dragged the 2 of us out in the severe rain and foraged for dinner.

As we walked in, I got the sense that this was a family owned place that really cares about their business. Everything was tastefully decorated and very clean.

On to the food! We started out with chive dumplings. Very interesting, which I will say about everything that we ate. I liked it, but the texture was not loved by my companion. Besides the texture, the flavor was fresh and the sauce served with it was a nice balance of sweetness and heat.

For the main course, I had the Khao Soi. The flavors in this were simply amazing. I don't remember the last time that a meal seemed completely new to me. I've eaten some amazing dishes and this one is definitely in the top 5 for sure.

The kid had fried rice. It presented well, and I was told it was amazingly good. We then shared 2 desserts, the egg custard and the pudding. Both were good, but the pudding we really loved as it was again something we'd never tasted before.

The two complaints I have are, the Sake wasn't hot enough, and the meal ended. Not bad for foraging during a flood warning.

It was a fantastic experience! The owner is incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the visit even more enjoyable. The food has an authentic Thai taste, just like you’d find in Thailand. I loved the curry it was rich, flavorful, and perfectly spiced. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for genuine Thai cuisine in Oak Park area!

Me and my auntie got the Thai milk tea & the lychee tea. The drinks were good but not great. Now the CHICKEN POT STICKERS WERE DELICIOUS! Highly recommend, will be going back

The food was delicious, and the server was helpful and friendly

The food was absolutely amazing. They had unique dishes in addition to the regular things you'd expect in a Thai menu.

The curry puff was delicious--so good my dining companion took an order to go. The Khao soi was flavorful and also delicious. Ending with the egg tart, which was silky smooth with a flaky crust.

Wait staff was friendly and attentive. Decor was very nice. The place did have a weird smell when I walked in.

I'll def be back!

Excellent Thai restaurant with a few more authentic dishes. Great dessert options - the pandan pudding was a hit. I will be back to try out a few more items on the menu.

I continue to enjoy Habrae with friends and our whole family! They have added some wide rice noodle dishes that our kids love and we love the depth of flavors on the other dishes that you don’t find at your regular Thai place.

These wings for example are a special right now and I’m lobbying to have these permanently on the menu!

From 2022: The food and service are both great!

This is my new favorite THAI place.
I will forever miss the drunken stops at The Skrine Chops from my heyday, but after a few more trips here I forget they ever were there.
Food was fantastic, service was good, great atmosphere after getting over the nostalgia of Skrine Chops

This is our go-to takeout spot. They have plenty of vegan and gluten free options. The massaman curry and basil fried rice are my personal favorites. You can tell they use fresh ingredients and spices. I've had the chive dumplings, fried tofu, veggie egg roll, cucumber salad. (All marked vegan on the menu which I highly appreciate). The panang curry was waaaay too spicy for me so I'm sticking with massaman. I haven't dined in but whenever I pick up take out, the staff is super friendly and the restaurant has a peaceful atmosphere.

Amazing food, service and vibe. Definitely will be coming back for more!

Cozy atmosphere, love every dish I’ve tried. I’m always treated very well here.

Delicious gluten free pad see ew! Thank you for providing a yummy option for my celiac daughter

We ordered Chicken Pad Thai w/peanuts on the side. Came with no peanuts and tasted of bbq sauce. :(

We ordered Tom Kha soup w/shrimp. Delicious but so small and bowl was filled with onions more than anyone could possibly consume with that soup.

We ordered Papaya Salad. It was underwhelming. I’ve never had green beans so hard and some of the tomatoes tasted old.

We ordered Thai Iced Tea w/boba. It tasted like someone sprayed perfume on wood and soaked it in water with a little milk.

Prices were ok, a little more than I would’ve preferred for the quality but it was a really nice environment. I also appreciated that the menu had everything labeled for [Vegetarian] or [Gluten Free]. This was impressive! Staff was nice but not intrusive.

The food was good but expensive. I really recommend the pineapple twist drink. It was OMG good. The service was great and fast. Location was decent.

Beautiful decor, attentive service and food was delicious and presented so beautifully.

Friendly wait staff and unusual and interesting offerings you don't find at your typical Thai place. Great dessert options

Nice place, great staff and pleasant decor.
We were too stuffed to try their extensive dessert choices....

Top notch all around. The owners were wonderful and welcoming. The food delicious.
The atmosphere sophisticated and relaxed.

Great place with delicious food! Absolutely loved it!

Easily some of the best Thai food I've had in this area. The service is excellent and the ambiance inside of the restaurant is really nice. Excellent Khao Soi!

Lovely,caring Thai sweetheart couple who run their 1st restaurant after many decades of Thai eatery work & bringing their own Thai personal family preferences for best flavor profile! Amazing interpretation of 3 SPICE flavor(made locally famous by world reknown Chicago's Arun's Thai) & their own Massaman curry(peanuts & potato);rich,creamy/spicy cocunut milk based curry! Wow! AS FOR DESSERT OPTIONS!; best on menu?! maybe Chicago?! Most delicate,puffy,melt-in-ur mouth CRAB RAGOON! (w/ plenty of crab!); $8?! Potstickers close 2nd! The recommended-by-owner (him),red curry(spicy!,level 5 of 10 heat) w/ jumbo($16?) shrimp! Spectacular! Massaman curry great ($15?) Enough protein(shrimp & chicken respectively),accompanied by overly generous,crystalized,white,moist,fluffy? (best i have had!),jasmine rice! Must have dozen+! desserts! (see name of eatery)! DESSERTS! Bakery fresh options to make this Thai eatery.separate itself from the industry! Wine & sake offerings are broad based enough,& very fair $10-$13,w/ surprising wide sake options. I was served by friendly sweet,timely,educated female server,while male owner came over frequently, (not over-bearing) visits to our table to assist in appetizer,entree,& dessert expert guidance! Very welcoming,cozy,Thailand decorated atmosphere. Only 1 complaint! Only 1 fresh fish option; lowly,boring,bottom feeder tilipia! Need to add catfish,red snapper,or at very least sole fish! That will directly effect my frequency (& my $),of visits since I mainly eat healthy seafood,while chicken a far off 2nd choice. Otherwise! This is a near west burb BEST THAI EATERY(5 STAR!),now suffiently replacing recently closed,nearby Amarind's(Arun's owned),& match/equal top notched,10yr+ Berwyn BODHI THAI(seafood specialty). ENJOY FOLKS! This is a WINNER! Especially,when Thai,Chinese & less-so Japanese eateries SERIOUSLY,lack any decadent,tasty,bakery type, or broad-based DESSERT complimentary options! THIS FILLS A INDUSTRY VOID! Thank you to the lovely,caring,locally-based Thai couple! Finally;plenty of nearby Forest Park Madison St. corridor parking (both free & $1/hr next door options)! Closed Tuesdays(strategic!) NOT local industry standard Mondays!

Good food. small portions wayy to expensive

It’s my first time dining at this restaurant, and I’m very impressed. Delicious food, pleasant ambiance, and friendly staff.

First time visiting. Servers were friendly and helpful. Food was beautifully plated and tasted great! Clean and calm environment. I would love to visit again when I'm in town.

We really enjoyed our meal here. The ambiance is cozy and inviting. We had the moo yang, which was delicious and refreshing.

Boba, appetizers, entrees, and dessert all fantastic. Now my favorite Thai restaurant in the Oak Park, River Forest, Forest Park area.

Best Thai food I’ve had in ages and incredible, kind staff!

I got the Tom kha soup and chicken wings. Everything was really delicious and well seasoned. The soup was a good portion and wings were crisped to perfection. Looking forward to trying this spot out more. Oh you definitely gotta try the Thai milk tea!

Had a great dinner here. Service was very friendly and the food was delicious!

Habrae is the best thai in the Forest Park/River Forest/Oak Park area, and also one of the best in the Chicagoland area. Our go to meals are the super spicy but worth it Kanom Jeen Kang Kai and the Khao Soi, and the Crispy Chicken Sticky Rice is great for kids and adults alike. The Chive Crispy and Chive Dumplings are amazing appetizers. Don't forget to get a Mango Twist with boba...they are like drinking liquid mango. Service here is uber friendly and super welcoming from the first moment you step in the door, as though you are family. Please give this spot a try!

BEST THAI TEA!! First of all this place is super nice, the staff is so friendly and polite, and it’s perfect for having breakfast, lunch or dinner with friends/family. Lots of menu options & fair prices. I tried the Thai milk tea with tapioca & after the first sip I knew I had to leave a review! I recommend this place to y’all even if it’s just for a drink (:

¡EL MEJOR TÉ TAILANDÉS! En primer lugar este lugar está muy limpio y lindo, el personal es muy amable y educado y es un lugarcito perfecto para desayunar, almorzar, o cenar con la familia/los amigos. Un montón de opciones en el menú de comida y bebida. Después de probar el té, supe que tenía que dejar una reseña. ¡Les recomiendo que vengan, aunque sea sólo a tomar algo!

Great food and a great atmosphere! Our server was really kind and did not hesitate to help us decide what desserts we wanted, even bringing a sampling of desserts to the table to show us before we ordered. Drinks were also really good - we could tell that ingredients we fresh and authentic! Will definitely be back

They take spicy to a new level, at least to my American (brought up on bland food and learned to tolerate spicy food in adulthood but still not a heavy spice hitter) pallet. Their food is excellent and absolutely authentic Thai. The only reason I give it 4 stars is that there are not many options for those of us that were not raised in Thailand and really enjoy the food but with a little less of a fire alarm in the mouth.

good service and atmosphere was great ! They have wifi so nice place to study and have a tasty lunch or dinner

This Thai place is a great addition to Forest Park. What really caught my eye on their menu is the khao soi! You can’t find this particular dish in the area. The owners/workers are very kind and the food tastes fresh every time! Definitely try their Thai Milk Tea; you will be forever addicted. Highly recommend trying this place.

I happened to see this place while driving by and I’m so happy I looked it up. It looks trendy from the street so it caught my eye. After seeing that it was Thai which I love and the reviews were amazing I had to go. Let me tell you - I could not be happier.

The food is so damn good. The crispy chives, puffs and Khao Soi were all hits. This isn’t your average take out Thai place. This is a restaurant with a chef and staff that clearly love to cook. I saw some earlier reviews about the prices being high which I completely disagree with. The quality of the ingredients and the clear time that is spent making these dishes is top notch.

The Khao Soi broth was perfect. Very complex and nuanced flavors. The added pickled greens was the perfect touch that I haven’t had before.

I love it so much that we’ve been there 3 times in the span of 2 weeks and everything has been a hit.

This feels like a great addition to the American or Italian options in the area and I hope everyone gives them a try!

All dishes--appetizers, noodle entrees, rice entrees, soup and dessert are all delicious. Super fresh and authentic! The mango sticky rice is a must have!! They even have a delicious breakfast menu on the weekends!

Great flavors. The staff is very friendly!

Absolutely loved it! We grabbed lunch here and there wasn’t many people. The staff brought out steamed egg along with our orders, which were authentic Thai food. The ambiance is amazing, with the organic and modern decors. I think I might come back for their breakfast option someday.

Fast friend service and delicious flavorful food. I want to try everything on the menu!

AMAZING curry!

Phenomenal; hands down my favorite local restaurant these days! Authentic and beautifully prepared Thai food, cozy atmosphere, kind and genuine service. I have been 6 times in the past 6 months, ordered something different every time, and have accordingly been blown away every time! It is obvious that Habrae is a labor of love for it's owners, and there is deep care put into everything they do. Cannot reccomend enough.

Delicious food! Had the Kao Soi. Can’t wait to try more!

We will be back! Very fresh food. Friendly service. Nice decor. Great to have in the neighborhood and open on Monday!

Excellent food, excellent service!

Great place!

this place was fire. the staff are super nice and make you feel valued. atmosphere is also extremely a vibe. might have changed my mind on Thai food to be honest.

Awesome place, they do an amazing job!!

My dad and I come here every time I’m in town from college. My dad lived in Thailand for awhile and I’ve visited quite a bit, I can say this is the most authentic Thai food in the Chicago/Chicagoland area! Service is incredible and the owner is so kind, he always says hi. Don’t skip on this place! My favorite is the pad prik khing, I love the puddings and mango sticky rice when it’s in season. All around a great place. Love it!

Habrae Thai is a Forest Park gem. Located on Madison a few blocks west of Harlem. This visit was to try out some sweets, noodles and papaya salad. We ordered Puffs, Som Tum and Khao Soi. They have quite a menu based on curry sauces and broths. Timing is great, we started and liked the chicken basil puffs. If you like empanadas you will enjoy the very flaky dough. I'm a bit picky with my Som Tum so I cringe when I see the use of mandolins or graters... Theirs' is a standard papaya, carrot, tomatoes, beans and peanut salad. Would like a bit of tamarind or shrimp paste to make it authentic. On my palate, the lime over-powers the papaya. The Khao Soi stole the show. Presented in a shareable bowl with a crunchy "noodle puck" it's definitely a not to miss item. The noodles and curry are delightful and the beef so tasty. The red curry was a perfect blend of heat and sweetness. We ordered an egg tart to go and have not yet eaten at this writing. Service was friendly and cheerful. Fair warning, this is not a traditional low cost Thai noodle and rice place. While desserts and boba are on par with other local places. The menu is "elevated" Thai by pricing standards. We will definitely return to Habrae for more noodles and hand made desserts.

This is, so far, the best Thai restaurant I've been to. The food was amazing. I got Khao Soi and it was flavored perfectly. I asked for it to be made milder and I think it became better. It had a slight kick, but it was simultaneously sweet. It was amazing. The curry puffs were also very authentic: the pastry was very flaky and the potato and chicken stuffing was perfectly flavored.
The service was very very friendly and attentive. The owner came over to say hello and talk about the food. It was obvious him and his wife were very passionate about the food.
Very highly recommended restaurant.

This was the best thai food I have eaten. And the service was superb.

Delicious food and clean

If I could give this place 0 stars I would. Cold food with roaches in the food. This place should be shut down by the health department.

Truly excellent Thai food with lots of dishes I wasn't familiar. The crispy chive was a favorite appetizer, the crispy chicken a favorite entree. As good as the savory dishes were, the desserts were truly outstanding, especially the kanom tuay. Can't wait to go back and try more.

Everything from food, to atmosphere, to service was so great. Definitely some of the best Thai food I’ve had anywhere. Love the casual/sit down vibe and they were so accommodating for our kids, who also have egg and peanut allergies. The front office staff was incredibly knowledgeable and accommodating of the allergies, and even double checked on our request (menu even had contains labels).

For the kids, they also brought out silicone plates and silverware for them, made a special kids meal for them upon request, and brought the kids food out super quick.

And the food was so aromatic, flavorful, beautiful, and fresh. I’ll definitely be back.

Excellent service and wonderfully flavored dishes.

A great Thai restaurant, delicious dishes 😋

We loved the atmosphere. Exposed brick walls and minimal decor that felt chic and authentic. There is an extensive dessert and drink menu, but we ordered lunch. The salads are good portions but the soups were the real winners. The service was slow, but it was clear that they were understaffed. If you go there be sure you are not in a rush to leave- we made the mistake of heading there on a lunch break and barely made it back in time. We are excited to go back for dinner there soon. It is a wonderful addition to the neighborhood.

The upstairs private space had so many nice touches and the food was very delicious, especially the soup. Our friends hosted their baby shower here.

Stopped in for lunch on a cold day and was met with such a cute cozy environment as well as the owner who was efficient and very friendly. He recommended several dishes which I sampled in the restaurant and then took them and several others home.
Some of the finest Thai food I have ever eaten. Do not miss their curry puffs! Outstanding mix of flaky pastry and delicious curry.
I loved the nuances of flavor layering in the other dishes which were obviously made by someone who loves to cook and share their food knowledge.
Do not miss this gem of a restaurant and gem of owners. They will fill you up with fantastic food and a new love of Thai food.

I've been here multiple times for their desserts, and it's worth the trip just for them. I finally had a chance to order the entrees, and was quite impressed. The food tastes fresh, the meat was higher quality than other Thai restaurants in the area, and the flavor was outstanding. The owners are wonderful people and are great at helping you navigate the menu (I recommend asking them for dessert recommendations). This is an excellent addition to the neighborhood.

Habrae is one of my favorite restaurants. The noodle dishes are consistently great and the spice level is perfect. The Kanom Jeen Kang Kai and Khao Kang Karee are both really, really good. Standout dessert items are the egg tarts and charcoal pudding.

Service is unbeatable, food is delicious, super friendly and kind staff! 12/10

The owner was very kind. Service was attentive and quick. The prices were fair and the food was delicious. I recommend the lemon chicken. The owner gave us dessert for free to take back with us after the meal. I strongly recommend!

The experience here was fantastic! The place is nice, small, and cozy. I got wonderful recommendations from the host and the food was brought out in a timely manner and displayed wonderfully!

probably the best and most authentic Thai food in the Oak Park, River Forest, Forest Park area. This is our new go-to place for Thai. Everything is good! Great to dine in as well. Also check out their desserts. They have some Ube desserts.

The food was really good but the service was very very slow. Very nice people but they need to figure out how to get the food out quickly.

Best Thai I’ve had in the suburbs by a mile! This place is just great! Red curry, papaya salad, and soups were so authentic and delicious. I can’t wait to try more!

Not your average Thai!! So worth a try!

Best Thai food in the area! I’ve been waiting for a place like Habrae. So fresh - Not too sweet - Spicy - Awesome!

You must try the charcoal pudding! It's intriguing...and very delicious. I started coming here when they just had dessert and a few snacks, and I have loved the menu expansions. Just tried the Khao soi last week and wow! Still thinking about the broth flavor. Normally I order pretty standard Thai dishes at other places but Habrae encourages adventure. The owners are so nice, and make you feel welcome. The portion sizes are generous and you can easily get two servings from one entree. I'm a fan! It's not cheap though, for sure, but a good splurge when you want some better food in your belly. Forest Park needs more variety in ethnic cuisine beyond Italian and Mexican, so I hope people will patronize them often to keep them in business!

This is my favorite local dinner place. The drinks, entrees, and desserts are all fabulous. It is a good place for a quick bite or an evening if dining. The owners make you feel really welcome and are always happy to answer my questions about the origin of the dishes.

Food was so so so good! Such unique menu items! We enjoyed everything! Service was great. Great assortment of dishes. Presentation of the food was so pretty! We had a wonderful experience!

Delicious food, customer service and vibe! I loved their dinner and dessert options. I had a great time with friends enjoying wonderful food with my friends. Definitely want to come back again!

This is the best Thai restaurant I have been to! My family loves this place! The service, food, and boba are fantastic. I rec the rad nar tofu (mainly because it was so good, I can’t get myself to try anything else off the menu). I am so happy we found this restaurant. Also, as someone who is still COVID conscious who does not like eating indoors, the tables are spaced out far apart and there are beautiful big open windows that make you feel like you are outside.

Food was excellent. Great variety of drinks and food items. The staff were all very nice.
Highly recommend.

Haven't been although I might at some point. I decided on another Thai place I was familiar with as the prices here seem pretty steep $4-5 more than average Thai spot. Maybe if I see some great reviews, but for now I'll stick to what I know.

Just discovered this place when we needed a quick meal. Very interesting menu and flavor combinations. And the charcoal pudding dessert was absolutely delightful.

The red curry was very flavorful and wait staff was very kind. The chive dumpling was not something I liked the texture or flavor of, but perhaps it’s just not my thing. Ambiance was very quite, almost awkward to talk.

Highly recommend!

Delicious food and traditional Thai snacks/desserts.

Great place to have original dishes outside from the typical pad thai you can have everywhere else. A little on the spicy side but so far I t makes dishes enjoyable. Seating is comfortable and service is amazing.

Hands down, this is best Thai food in the area by far. It's better than a number of popular Thai places in the city, as well. Great staff, great atmosphere, and everything we've tried so far been *delicious*. Nothing was just "okay". Very flavorful with big portion sizes.

Incredible! It's like Thai tapas, with interesting sweets and coffee! Expanding their menu now with incredible salads and entrees. Quality food.

Food is Cheap and Horrible tasting!!! Worst Thai food I have ever eaten!!! Jazmin rice was chopped up, no flavor, the egg noodle were so thin!!! The Chicken and shrimp was over cooked!!! Chicken didn't look like chicken 🤔

The crispy chive bites were delicious

Definitely Must Try, Food Amazing, Staff Amazing!!!

Lovely new Thai restaurant with interesting and innovative food. Nice selection for vegetarians and vegans. There are a lot of desserts and pastries as well. I considered the durian ice cream but chickened out but perhaps next time!

Very friendly and reasonably priced. Laid back atmosphere as well. Will be going back.

Visiting Chicago and had a recommendation from the Brookfield zoo Binturong to eat at this restaurant. They were not mistaken and if you are in the area and wish to try authentic Thai food, this is fabulous. Arrived for an early dinner after a long day of walking at the zoo, a real treat!

Tried Habrae with my kiddo and we loved every bite! Interesting menu that stands apart from other Thai restaurants with a large selection of Thai drinks and desserts and a good amount of vegetarian options. I look forward to trying more!

There are many Thai options and I have tried so so many. Never have I found such great authentic food. This place puts the other Thai places to a shame. Do not skip desert here everything is amazing.

New Thai place in forest Park and it does not dissapoint. This dish is everything I didn't know I needed. So good! Everything I've tried has been very flavorful and delicious.

Went here with a friend for bubble tea and desert, it was really good and the taro bubble tea I got was freshly brewed with actual tea (this almost never happens)! Really good highly recommend. I’m excited to come back here with my family.

Great food, fantastic service, and wonderful desserts

Very delicious and refreshing food! Definitely worth checking out !

Awesome, healthy and fresh food. Extremely friendly and inviting Usually 2 x per week and especially when I have out of town visitors and want to brag on the local food!

I love the vibe of HABRAE ! Good food, good service, reasonable prices. My fav are Kha nom jeen kang kai and black milk tea with tapioca. I will definitely come back !!!!

Outstanding food…as a family that spent 15 years in Thailand we found the food to be authentic and tasty.

This place is so cute and so close to home Im so happy it opened. The authentic food beats the rest in the surrounding area. And i love that they have desserts and fruit teas with boba! My favorite things are any spicy curry, the chicken curry puffs (to die for), and their lychee tea with boba. Also the owner is so nice and attentive!

Food and service was great! Did not disappoint.

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Love jump's place! I come here for Habrae Empire and the Habrae Ice Tea.

Love this place! Absolutely delicious - their Thai dessert selection is my favorite part. The aesthetic/decor is beautiful, and the couple who owns the restaurant are so kind and happy to answer any questions. Definitely stop in!

Go try Habrae immediately.! Texture and flavor unlike any Thai restaurant I’ve ever been to. I had the Khao Kang Karee Kai and it was delightful. Sweet, spicy, crunchy and now, constantly running through my head. Remarkably kind and prompt service. I’ll be back, for sure.

Just OUTSTANDING - not to be missed. Habrae by far offers the BEST tasting Thia food in Oak Park, River Forest and Forest Park areas. We so enjoyed the Thai sausage which is made in house the meat was tender, moist and flavorful. The Chicken Curry Puff were off the chain the outside of the puff super flaky and inside was a bust of flavor just delightful. The Tum Yum Chicken soup was flavorful and loaded with great veggies. Best of all, the food is served piping hot with steam rolling off - none of that luke warm food. For my fellow foodies this place is a real treat.

great authentic food. staff happy to explain dishes and give recommendations

Absolutely delicious and authentic Thai food. The coconut curry-based noodle dishes are a must try. The tasty and unique desserts (taro pearls and the coconut ice cream with sticky rice & jackfruit) were also a pleasant surprise! Habrae is a true gem in Forest Park.

I returned to this establishment for a second time and was recognized by an employee upon entering the building. The Butterfly tea with crystal Boba (tapioca) is very unfair for being so good, it should be a crime! Haha lovely atmosphere.

It was late so I thought it would be rush job, but surprisingly it was amazing good. I took my mother thir because she just loves that type food and so DO I.

Lovely space with delicious food. The owner is very friendly and helpful. The desserts are so good. The space is big and open.

Was looking for a thai place nearby and found this place. This is more posh than most thai places and doesn't have your standard entrees but the food is good and the service was great. Will definitely come back.

This is the best Thai food I have ever had! The Khao Soi is phenomenal -- the curry broth warms your belly and the contrast between the crunchy noodles and soft egg noodles is amazing, perfect for a cold winter night! We also got the puffs (curry, taro, and basil) and desserts (Thai ice cream and roti) which were all delicious, both in flavor and texture! If we weren't already super full, we would have definitely gotten their specialty desserts displayed by the counter.

The decor of the restaurant is perfect for a date night and Jump was a delight to talk to, and super knowledgable and inviting. We will definitely be back again!

I've been trying to get there for some time....and I'm glad I finally made it! Food was spot on and service was great. Tasty Thai food with something a bit different from the others in the area. I'll be back...many times over.

Wow, what a great spot! The food was stunning, from the curry chicken appetizers in a flaky pastry to a beautiful pork noodle dish including a pork wonton, pork dumplings and Chinese broccoli. The owner was so helpful understanding the menu and authentic dishes from Bangkok!

All the food we ordered was fantastic & our server was very attentive. If you like soups I highly recommend the egg noodle soup 🤤