Manee Thai - Pulaski Rd. and Addison Ave. - Chicago

Looks like it's been back open for about 5 weeks now since their fire a while ago. Brand spanking new building with a top notch build-out.

I wasn't a big fan of "pan Asian" places back when the original Manee's was open. Maybe went 5 times a year usually dragged by other people.

This new place is WAY different now...in terms of Thai cooking. We didn't try the sushi so I can't speak for that. The Thai dishes now reminded me more of of what Thai food tasted like in the 80's here in Chicago. I actually had Thai chili's in one of my appetizers.

Didn't take a camera with me so no shots tonight. But suffice it that we'll be back.

2 appetizers, 2 beverages, two entrees, the bill came to 37 bucks. Nice size portions, excellent presentation, great new atmosphere ( no comparison to their old storefront place).

Server told me they are BYOB and right now have no plans for alcohol service anytime soon.

Manee Thai
3558 N PUlaski Rd
Chicago, IL 60641
773-725-9991

We've had delivery from Manee Thai a few times since their re-open. Never tried them before, so I can't speak to changes/comparisons, but we've been satisfied enough with the food/delivery service to add them into our rotation. Along with "Hot Woks, Cool Sushi," both places make an effort with presentation. Both also really annoy me by placing my containers of sushi atop my husband's hot food. No amount of requesting separate bags has thus far suceeded.
Last night's Manee Thai order:

Nothing special appetizers (Shumai and Crab Rangoon,) certainly serviceable. The did punch some holes in the Rangoon container to keep them crispy.





Jonathan got one of the more boring dishes (IMHO,) - Basil Stir-Fried Beef. It was what he was in the mood for and he said the flavor was much better than it's appearance. He was satisfied.



Sushi-wise, I ordered a Spicy Scallop Roll, Sake Nigiri, Unagi Nigiri, and a Mexican Maki roll. I was kind of surprised that the Mexican Maki was the best of the bunch. The Hamachi was fresh and the other flavors (scallion, cilantro, and jalapeno,) all stood out and complimented each other without overpowering the fish. I've also enjoyed some of their soy paper rolls in past orders.

Spicy Scallop Roll:


Sake and Unagi:


Mexican Maki (a shot where I finally turn off the flash and manage to focus!):



Anyway, it's no Katsu or Renga-Tei, but hey, they don't deliver to my door. (Which is probably a good thing with Katsu or I'd be broke!)