Best Pad Thai in Near West Side, Chicago
The 8 top-rated pad thai in Near West Side, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is pad thai at Thai Bowl (1049 W Taylor St), with a flavor score of 89 out of 100 from 30 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
Best Pad Thai across Chicago→- Ranked #1At Thai Bowl1049 W Taylor St
The Pad Thai features generous portions of meat, authentic flavors, and a satisfying balance of sweetness and savory notes.
- Ranked #2At Thai Bowl1049 W Taylor St
- Ranked #3At Saigon Sisters567 W Lake St
Perfectly cooked noodles in the pad thai are complemented by a light sauce, delivering a sweet and spicy flavor.
- Ranked #4At Golden Thai1509 W Taylor St
Pad Thai features chewy noodles with a balanced flavor, praised for its freshness and customizable spice level.
- Ranked #5At Golden Thai1509 W Taylor St
- Ranked #6At Talay Chicago1222 W Madison St
Pad Thai has a good balance of spice and flavor for some, while others found it soggy and lacking seasoning.
- Ranked #7At Joy Yee1335 S Halsted St
Pad Thai has decent flavor and large portions, but some found the ingredients stale and suggested trying a dedicated Thai restaurant.
- Ranked #8At Noodles and Company1022 S Canal St