Takoi is a cozy Thai-inspired joint in Corktown. They serve up delicious shareables and craft cocktails that are almost too pretty to drink.

Takoi is a hot commodity, so the earlier you arrive for dinner, the better. If you need to wait for a table, don’t worry, you can hang out in the Green Room or on the patio.

On Wednesdays Takoi has a live DJ from 5-9 p.m. for happy hour. On Fridays and Saturdays there’s a live DJ from 6 p.m.-midnight. Sip a cocktail and listen to the music – your table will be ready in no time!

Parking is available on Michigan Avenue and it’s free – bonus.

Thai-inspired Favs

Crispy spare ribs
Fish sauce caramel, apple, pickled papaya and herbs

Som tum Thai
Green papaya, long bean, cherry tomato, peanut, Thai chili, lime, palm sugar and fish sauce

Pair these dishes with sticky rice.

Must-try cocktail

Physic Youth
Pear brandy, pisco, coconut oil, aperitif wine, pineapple syrup, lime, cava and bitter grapefruit mist