Silom 12
Our verdict
Silom 12 is a practical Bucktown Thai pick for casual lunches, group dinners, and repeat takeout-to-dine-in rotation. The strongest move is to order across visits: start with pad thai or pad kra pao pork, then return for boat noodle, yen ta foh, and green curry. Worth booking for value and flexibility, not for ceremony.
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- Address
- Chicago, United States
- Phone
- (773) 489-1212
- Website
- silom12chicago.com
- Directions
- Get directions
The menu
What to order
- Pad thai
- Pad kra pao pork
- Yen ta foh
- Boat noodle
- Green curry
Who should go, and who should skip
Go for a casual Thai meal in Chicago, especially if pad thai, pad kra pao pork, yen ta foh, boat noodle, or green curry are the dishes you want to build around. It is strongest for diners who prefer a clear, food-first choice and are comfortable letting the menu direction carry the decision. Skip it if the occasion depends on formal dress, a confirmed tasting menu, a specific beverage program, or other details not established here. Dress casual and treat Silom 12 as a direct $$ Thai option.
Frequently asked questions
Is Silom 12 worth the price?
Yes, if you want authentic Thai in Chicago at a $$ price level and do not need ceremony. The value is in a casual meal built around dishes such as pad thai, pad kra pao pork, yen ta foh, boat noodle, and green curry.
What should I wear to Silom 12?
Casual is the right call here. The dress code is casual, so relaxed attire fits the restaurant’s stated profile.
Is Silom 12 good for solo dining?
It can be a sensible choice for a solo diner who wants authentic Thai food in Chicago, especially if one of the signature dishes is the goal.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Silom 12?
Base the decision on the known strengths: casual authentic Thai food, a $$ price level, and signature dishes such as pad thai, pad kra pao pork, yen ta foh, boat noodle, and green curry.
Is Silom 12 good for a special occasion?
It may work for a low-key occasion if the priority is casual authentic Thai food in Chicago.
What are alternatives to Silom 12 in Chicago?
For a similar Thai meal in Chicago, look for other local dining rooms that emphasize Thai dishes in a casual setting. If you specifically want the verified Silom 12 signatures, focus on pad thai, pad kra pao pork, yen ta foh, boat noodle, and green curry.
Details
- Cozy
- Casual
- Casual Hangout
- Group Dining
- Family
- Date Night
- Standalone
- A La Carte
- Vegetarian Friendly
Authentic Thai restaurant with a contemporary feel and a bar now open, suggesting a casual, upbeat neighborhood dining atmosphere.