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    Ben Thai Cafe

    4.3 (1.4k reviews)
    ModerateThai, Noodles
    Closed • 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Pad Kee Mao with beef
    Katelynn V.

    Average mid pad thai but really god pad kee mao! The pad Thai with chicken tasted really average and had a strong ketchup taste to it. Maybe that's how it's authentically made because this place seems like the real deal. It was just not it for my friend and I. Also the chicken was really dry. Would not recommend this dish. The pad kee mao with beef was so good and flavorful. Perfect wide flat noodles. I got this with level 5 spice and it still wasn't spicy enough for me. You can choose between level 1-5. I would get the pad kee mao again and not the pad Thai. The inside is very nice, dark and a vibe. The servers are also nice and check in really often LOL. My friend and I came an hour before closing time.

    Roasted Duck Noodle Soup (Chinese Thai)
    Wing C.

    Was expecting a bit more with such high average rating. The foods were tasty but didn't think the dishes we had stood out. Eggplant was a bit undercooked and of course didn't come with rice. The pad see ew on the other hand was a bit mushy (overcooked). Street parking only.

    Spicy Eggplant & Basil
    Rucha S.

    Stopped by on a Saturday afternoon when the restaurant wasn't crowded, and we were seated right away. We ordered the Papaya Salad, Veg Spring Rolls, House Favorite Yellow Curry, Eggplant Basil, Pad Kee Mao, and White Rice. The Papaya Salad was a bit disappointing. It was overly sour and tasted more citrusy than fresh and lime-forward. The Veg Spring Rolls were fine, but nothing particularly memorable. The biggest letdown was the Yellow Curry. It lacked the rich flavor I typically expect from a Thai curry, and some of the vegetables seemed undercooked. The Eggplant Basil was also underwhelming. It lacked the distinct basil flavor that the dish is known for. Since we ordered the vegetarian version, it came loaded with a mix of other vegetables, which made it feel more like a generic vegetable stir-fry than an eggplant basil dish. The Pad Kee Mao was the standout of the meal. It had good flavor and was enjoyable, although the portion size felt a bit small for the price. Overall, the food was ok, but nothing really stood out. I've had better Thai food elsewhere, both in terms of flavor and value. While the experience wasn't bad, it wasn't memorable enough to make me want to return. For the price point, I expected more authentic flavors and better execution.

    Aarin T.

    Ben Thai Cafe had a cozy and modern ambiance that made the restaurant feel inviting and comfortable. The atmosphere was nice for eating with family and gave off a warm vibe overall. The food was good, but there were a few things that kept it from being a 5-star experience. I ordered the Pad See Ew, and while the flavor was tasty, it was noticeably salty to the point where I ended up drinking about four cups of water afterward. The portions also felt somewhat small for the price. For example, the crispy calamari was $14.50 and came with only around 4-6 pieces, which felt a little underwhelming. Service was probably a 3/5 for me and my family. When we were ordering, the server's tone came across as a bit hostile, and we felt rushed both while ordering and eating. That said, the food still had good flavor and I can see why people enjoy this place. The ambiance definitely added to the experience, and with slightly better portion sizes and a more welcoming service experience, this spot could easily be even better.

    Ethel R.

    Back again. Happy "Mother's Day, to all MOMs! We celebrated with mom and family with a small gathering. Ben Thai Cafe Server - Amp T, she was very quick in helping us find the best dish and drinks that would match our meal. Hot Sake Ginger Mimosa Singh a Beer Barebottle IPA Fresh Roll - Tofu Garlic Duo Jasmine Rice Pad Thai - Veggie Gra-Prao Fried Rice - Extra Spicy The deco is alway so relaxing with all the beautiful art work on the walls. You must visit.

    Thai Ice Coffee & Thai Ice Tea
    Shivangi K.

    Been here a few times since first review and have definitely found my favorites here. Their Pad Kee Mao, Ka-ree (yellow curry), and Gra Prow Fried Rice are all phenomenal! I cannot recommend this rotation enough. The thai iced tea & iced coffee are such a fun treat along with the main meal. I have a hard time resisting... The food always comes out fast once ordered and service is great! It's a small space, but have never had too much trouble with seating. Yes, they do get pretty busy/packed for dinner. An unassuming but wonderful spot!

    Khao Soi Deluxe with Roasted Ox Tail ($26.50)
    Tiffany Y.

    My friend recommended this place after saying it had the best Khao Soi he's had! I thought this was really solid Thai food, but not the best that I've ever had. I would still come back though if I was ever craving some Thai food. Ben Thai Platter ($22): Everything on here was crispy and fried nicely. Nothing felt too oily at all. I really liked how there were 4 different sauces to dip the appetizers in too. Khao Soi Deluxe with Roasted Ox Tail ($26.50): The ox tail was so tender and I loved the flavor of the north. I do think it's a bit on the pricey side, but it was really tasty and the noodles were cooked well. Roasted Duck Curry ($23): The curry was good, but didn't feel super cohesive with the pineapple in it. The duck was on the leaner side and I felt like the skin wasn't as crispy as it could've been. You definitely taste the roasted flavor in the duck though. Mango + Sweet Sticky Rice ($12): Really solid dessert option! You can't go wrong with this. Drinks: They do a really nice deal where you can get 50% off non alcoholic drinks if you check in on Yelp :) I got the unsweetened Thai iced tea and it was delicious and refreshing!

    Michael L.

    There is a middle aged gent who seems to be the owner of the restaurant, and I think this individual does not put forward a good look for the restaurant as a whole. There was a delivery driver who came in asking if he could use the restroom in between the stops, and this man told him "yes, but don't make it dirty, if you make it dirty I block you" in a very rude and condescending tone. The food was ok but not amazing. Pad kee mao deviated from the authentic preparations I've had at countless other Thai establishments across the country. Not very much basil and no spicy flavor. Prawns were a little overcooked. Seemed like a very "Americanized" preparation which probably suits certain clientele but you are certainly not paying for authentic Thai food here. He also seemed to be in a huge rush to get us out the door even though he still had several open tables and no line of customers waiting. He basically came without warning as I was finishing up the meal and having a conversation with my girlfriend, slapped down the payment terminal, watched me as I was picking out tip options, and essentially grabbed the terminal out of my hand as soon as I selected a tip option. Very weird overall experience and unfortunately can't find anything worth returning for. I also can't recall anything offensive that we had done other than sit down and order food and eat peacefully and quietly. Maybe he was having a bad day, but inexcusable nonetheless...

    Thai tea
    Veerawan T.

    We were craving Thai food and saw this place nearby, so we decided to check it out. We arrived right when they opened, and the service was super friendly. A kind gentleman helped us and even struck up a conversation. The ambiance was bright and clean. The food was great overall, and the khao soi was my favorite. Emperor Khao Soi - I was extremely impressed by this dish. It came with three different meat options: chicken satay, duck, and oxtail. All of them paired perfectly with the soup, and I loved the texture of the egg noodles. I can definitely see why this is their most popular item! They don't play around with their portions too, it was huge. Pad Thai - The noodles were thinner than what I'm used to, and it was slightly dry. The flavors were subtle but still excellent. Also Thai teas are a must

    Roasted Duck Curry
    Stephen L.

    A solid Thai place in SF! If possible I'd give it right below 4 stars. Came on a weekday night and it was pretty empty. Location is good and interior is lively. I thought each of the dishes were overall well made. Overall, my main critique is that I wish the flavors were a bit bolder. A little more salt and spice is always appreciated for those who have stronger flavor preferences. I think this was true for the pad thai and the spicy basil eggplant. The duck curry was excellent. Great flavors and well cooked. Highly recommend this dish for anyone who comes. The duck was well cooked as well, juicy and flavorful Overall wouldnt mind coming back! A good experience that caters a bit more to broader taste preferences

    Pad See Ew
    Anh T.

    I got a reservation with a friend here on a weekend evening, and most of their restaurant was full. Pad See Ew: There were perfectly chewy noodles with a smoky, savory sauce. The pork was tender and well-seasoned, and the dish had a nice balance of sweetness and soy richness. Paradise Wings: These were crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. There was a strong, delicious garlicky flavor that paired well with a sligthly sweet flavor. This was generally a cozy spot with reliably tasty Thai comfort food!

    Yellow curry
    Erika U.

    Visited SF from San Jose for the day and wanted good Thai food. Unfortunately this place was just average and the quality of service was meh. It's a cute little spot, seats close together, lots of windows so you don't actually feel crowded which was great. Got seated within a few minutes of arrival and forgotten about for 10-15 minutes before a couple of waters were provided. Our order was taken and appetizers came out shortly after. Wings - was really looking forward to these and ended up disappointed because they tasted like the oil they were fried in with some garlic thrown on top. The flavor was on the surface and just fell right off the chicken. Crunchy but flavorless (except for the oil) no salt or pepper or anything. Roti came by itself , so had to add the peanut sauce. The peanut sauce saved this meal- legit the best thing we ordered. The roti was a little oily for my liking but the sauce was so good we added a second batch. Mains - pad Thai, rice and curry. The yellow curry chicken was good, average lots of veggies. Rice was with pork and unfortunately the meat was very tough I pushed most of it away. Pad Thai flavor wise was good but it just all clumped together into a ball like it was too stuck to each other. Overall nothing horrible about this place but also nothing special where I would want to come back (except for that peanut sauce). Service only improved slightly as we had food coming out timely but nothing special. And it was really loud where we were seated.

    Paradise Wings
    Andrea G.

    We come to this restaurant pretty often since our office is located only a few blocks away. The service is always great. The servers are friendly. The restaurant can get crowded but we often go for a late lunch so it's not full. We usually order a bunch of appetizers. The money bag filled with curry meats and veggies, the fried spring rolls with meat and veggies, the murder wings, which are a must, the paradise wings which are sweet and savory. The papaya salad, the calamari. The appetizers are all very good. My favorite are the murder wings. We ordered different entrees to share: yellow curry, pad see ew, spicy eggplants, salmon curry, pad thai, and pork palo. All the dishes are generous portions, delicious, and flavorful. We have been here over a dozen times over the years and will continue to come back.

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    Saap Ver Authentic Thai Cuisine - Kor Moo Yang: Grilled Pork Shoulder ($21) w/ rice ($4) + Kung Chae Nam Pla: Raw Prawns w/ house spicy lime sauce ($19)

    Saap Ver Authentic Thai Cuisine

    4.0(927 reviews)
    1.6 mi•Mission Bay
    •$$

    The minute I saw interior pictures on Yelp, I knew I had to come here; every restaurant with good…read moredecor takes their food more seriously, and I was not disappointed. I came on Sunday around 5:30, and was seated immediately. The steady influx/outflux of customers never made it seem too quiet, even though only half the restaurant was utilized. If you decide to come here, I recommend avoiding the Thai staples like Pad Thai and Tom Yum, and ordering at least 1 dish from the "From the Chef" section. This place feels more authentic with more unique offerings compared to your regular run of the mill Thai place (they are mostly government sponsored anyways). I ordered a Papaya salad (Som Tum Poo Pla), a Shrimp Paste Fried Rice, and Roasted Pork with Crispy Pork Belly. For starters, the Papaya salad with a bigger price tag is not for the faint of heart. There is a load of fish sauce, and combined with anchovies, makes for an...acquired dish. I was told by my server that it's pretty authentic, but it's a little too authentic and reminds me of Natto or Beijing tofu juice. The Shrimp Paste Fried rice is a must order; the spread is very instagram worthy and gives me vague paella vibes in terms that it's shareable and good for parties 2-4. I did not see this dish at other Thai restaurants I've been to, so I'd consider pretty unique. Just be mindful that it's on the sweeter side, and the chilis on the side are very, very spicy, so allocate accordingly. The Roasted Pork with Crispy Pork Belly was by far the star of the show. The skin was super crispy, and the pork itself was super tender, melt in your mouth feeling. The flavors and seasonings were perfect, with just a hint of basil to elevate the entire taste. A true adventure for the taste buds, and a must order as a shareable. Service was super friendly, and my waiter answered all my questions with a smile, and even gave us his recommendations since we wanted to stray away from the basic thai food orders. This place is a must come to if you're looking for true authentic Thai food from a chef that has pride in his work. I can't wait to come back to try their other unique dishes!

    I've had Saap Ver bookmarked for a while and finally went with 2 old coworkers on a Tuesday night…read more It was packed! I think they benefit from offices nearby, but also, it's the Design District! I don't go there that often, but got there pretty easily on a Lyft Bike. They're also walking distance to a few bus stops and Caltrain. Service was good. For 3 of us, we ordered and shared family-style: - Wagyu Basil Tray--good meat and rice with spices and a perfectly-cooked egg. Hey, I love eggs. - Chicken pad Thai-nice amount of chicken. Good noodle texture and flavor. - Saap Wings--salty and yummy. We also individually ordered Hot ginger tea, Coconut Water, and Thai iced tea. Would be back! It gets loud and the lighting is dim and moody, could be good for groups or date night and we also saw a few families.

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    Saap Ver Authentic Thai Cuisine - Colorful interior

    Colorful interior

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    Pad See Ew

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    Thai Spice - Peanut Sauce

    Thai Spice

    4.3(333 reviews)
    0.3 mi•Polk Gulch, Nob Hill
    •$$

    Cute spot that's fairly priced and with good food? That's a triple threat! Came here for dinner…read morewith work friends and split a few dishes. We trie the crispy rolls ($12), papaya salad ($14.50), drunken noodle ($17.25), pad see ew ($17.25) and choo chee salmon ($23.95). The crispy rolls were vegetarian and came with a side of sweet chili dipping sauce. It was a standard roll, nothing to complain about but not something I would go out of my way for. Papaya salad was fresh and came with lettuce leaves as well. A solid app to split with a small group. I didn't try the drunken noodles as the group wanted beef in it, but I heard it was good. We decided to get tofu as the protein for the pad see ew, and it definitely hit the spot. However, I'd say the choo chee salmon was the winner. The curry sauce was super flavorful and had hints of coconut. Salmon was cooked well, and it came with some veggies that soaked up the curry. We didn't ask for rice on the side since we already had 2 carb dishes, but it would pair very nicely with white rice. Service was good. They checked on us and made sure we had everything we needed. I wish they had all the thai spices and sauces though. Usually at Thai restaurants, there's four different condiments, but this one only had a homemade spice concoction.

    Food was ok. Ordered the Khao Soi. I liked that there are mustard greens in there that cut out the…read morepotential heaviness of the curry. Packed spot on a Wednesday but couldn't really have conversation with my group bc it was kinda loud. No substitutions and 20% gratuity for a party of 6. I didn't pay attention to this and paid an extra 7% tip.

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    Thai Spice - A very empty restaurant

    A very empty restaurant

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    Spicy Basil (Pad-Gra-Pow)

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    Lapisara Eatery - Iced Ube Latte ($8.50)

    Lapisara Eatery

    4.6(2.1k reviews)
    0.4 mi•Lower Nob Hill
    •$$

    We got the ube latte and iced Thai tea. The ube latte was nutty and delicious. I just wish it had…read morebeen a tad bit hotter, but I'm sure you can ask for it extra hot. The iced Thai tea was well-balanced and not overwhelmingly sweet. The chicken waffle was also good--especially the chicken itself. It was lightly battered and crisp to perfection. I do wish the waffle was more toasted since it was a bit soggy even with barely any syrup. The fruits were fresh and tasted really yummy. As for the PaNang omelette, it was delicious!! It's filled with meat and vegetables, so it's pretty hearty. The curry was so good and had just the right amount of spice. I would highly recommend the PaNang omelette. Parking was difficult since it's in the Tenderloin, but it was definitely worth it. The workers are nice, and the place is really cute.

    This should be a good indicator for how much I enjoyed Lapisara. I was in San Francisco for four…read moredays and I visited Lapisara three times. Twice for breakfast and once for dinner. The servers are so friendly, kind and hardworking. They truly know what exceptional customer service is about. The food was perfectly prepared and the presentation was so appealing, with the little touches of Thai hospitality. My first breakfast was the Meat Lover's Omelet with House Potatoes. Tasty and it really hit the spot. Great coffee too! Dinner consisted of a flavorful beef Mussamun chili dish. Awesomely tender beef in a savory sauce. A Stella Artois worked well for my drink. My second breakfast was a Belgian Waffle with Chicken Apple Sausage and Scrambled Eggs. Perfection, with fruit accents of banana, blueberries, strawberries and grapes. Thanks to the chefs and servers at Lapisara! I'm a big fan now.

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    Lapisara Eatery - Indoor area of the restaurant.

    Indoor area of the restaurant.

    Lapisara Eatery - That bacon, tho...

    That bacon, tho...

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    Blackwood

    Blackwood

    4.1(2.4k reviews)
    1.3 mi•Marina/Cow Hollow
    •$$
    Locally owned & operated
    12 years in business

    Found this spot on TikTok and it looked Instagram worthy, so my cousin and I headed over on…read moreSaturday for a late lunch [def have to go back for brunch]. We decided to share a mimosa flight, spring rolls, and ahi scoops. Even though it wasn't brunch, they still allowed us to order a brunch flight, and they were so polite and helpful throughout 4.8/5. The inside is tiny, but quite stunning, clean, and gives a lot of opportunities for insta-worthy pics 4.9/5, I only wish there had been an actual photo wall. Now to the food. The crispy spring rolls were cooked perfectly, and seasoned well. The clear noodles and veggies were so yummy. I asked for soy sauce because that's what I prefer over sweet sauce, but honestly they needed nothing 4.8/5. The ahi scoops had the best seaweed salad on it that I have EVER had, the wasabi cream on top was the show stopper, and I don't even like wasabi 5/5. We shared the flight and was more than tipsy from two drinks each, flavors on point champagne delicious 5/5. Overall

    Had Blackwood on my list for a while as I was looking for new brunch places to try. The premise of…read morea thai fusion brunch intrigued me and I was hoping it was would surpass my expectations and previous experience with Peacock Pansy (similar brunch spot). The reservation system was a bit odd with no designated time slots, but rather you put in a time yourself online. The system turned out to not work very well as I originally booked a spot for 2 at 11am and then had to call to move it to 11:40am (weird time). Turns out when we got there, my name or a close spelling of it was on the list for 12:40pm. This wasn't a big deal to me since it's easy to mishear on the phone so we moved on from that. The restaurant was decently booked and we sat inside. Now for what my partner and I ordered! Unfortunately nothing called to me strongly so I went with the very basic choice of 2 eggs plate with ciabatta toast and rainbow potatoes. I added in chicken sausage for $3. 5/10: The toast was unbuttered and honestly tasted stale. The potatoes were nice and crispy, but unsalted and quite plain. The eggs were nice, I got mine scrambled. Sausages were okay, I think I actually ended up with the pork sausages rather than chicken. My plate was $26 and I can confidently say it is not worth close to that unfortunately. Brussel Florentine Benedict 6/10: My partner was intrigued by the ton yum hollandaise sauce. There was a hint of it which was nice. Benedicts were okay, nothing special. Coconut oat matcha 8/10: On the sweeter side, but enjoyable! I liked the toasted coconut pieces on top and thought it was a nice drink. Premium matcha wise, I don't agree necessarily, but hey it was an enjoyable drink. Drip coffee 0/10: My partner loves a drip coffee and not in a snobby way. From diner coffee to honestly plain old regular slightly brunt coffee, thats her jam. This coffee was just burnt. Not sure what happened but it was $5 for a completely bitter cup of burnt coffee. Not great. Fun side note: As we were ordering the table next to us called attention to their dish as their waffle was completely undercooked and tasted bitter. The wait staff was apologetic about it, but seemed to either not understand or insist it was "too sweet" not undercooked or bitter. The table was very polite about it so honestly it was not the best look for the restaurant. It was simply feedback and I don't believe it was taken very well. Regardless, just a fun note to throw in! We will not be back unfortunately. There are many lovely brunch spots and restaurants around the city and sadly I don't think this one is worth a try just because of the cost for the quality, but I always tell myself its always worth to try in case you do think differently!

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    Blackwood - 24 hour beef noodle soup

    24 hour beef noodle soup

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    Chicken and Waffle

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    New Thai Elephant - C01. Pad Thai Noodle

    New Thai Elephant

    4.3(625 reviews)
    1.2 mi•North Beach/Telegraph Hill
    •$$

    We were in SF over Valentines Day and this restaurant was suggested to us by the valet at our…read morehotel. So we walked over and were pleasantly surprised that it was very good. It wasn't terribly busy so the staff was very attentive and offered suggested for both appetizers and entrees. The egg rolls were some of the best we had ever had, crispy and light. I wanted a spicy salmon dish, which while very tasty, wasn't very spicy. Everyone else at the table, got exactly what they ordered and exactly how they wanted it. While it doesn't look like much from the outside, once inside, the food and service definitely make up for it. Visit here if you get the chance.

    I'm giving this place a solid 3.5 Stars so I rounded up to 4…read more I would have rated it higher but they brought my entree out 10 minutes before the rest of the food including our appetizer! So that sucked. 1st let's admire my Thai Ice Tea. This was so adorable & I felt bad drowning him in my tea ha 2nd - my co-worker said this was the 2nd best Pad Thai he's ever had. They grill the tofu so it's got some crunch to it. Which totally elevates the Pad Thai. My Panang Curry with duck was excellent! Decent amount of duck just a few bones. Great little kick on the spice BUT not so spicy that it makes you regret life choices! Delicious will order again. The only thing I'd complain about is that my rice wasn't sticky. I prefer stickier rice - but this rice is perfect if you don't have a preference. I don't want fully unwashed mush but I like a little more starch. My other co-worker ordered Roasted duck over rice - he said it was tasty & would order again. We did order chicken satay and the chicken had good flavor BUT the peanut sauce was just ok. I'd order it again to see if it was just an off day for the sauce. It's a small restaurant & filled quickly at lunch. Many Asians eating there which told me it would be good. Restrooms were slippery so be careful but clean. Overall I would come again!

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    New Thai Elephant - Dinning area

    Dinning area

    New Thai Elephant - Pad Thai

    Pad Thai

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    Marnee Thai

    3.8(2.1k reviews)
    3.8 mi•Outer Sunset
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    made a reservation by calling on a saturday evening but it wasn't busy when we walked in around 6…read more we were greeted warmly and seated right away. they brought menus, explained the specials and brought water. since it was our first time and the menu was pretty extensive, we took a while to order. we ordered a thai tea, singha, spicy angel tofu and roti with curry to start. the thai tea was creamy and sweet and the singha was refreshing with a unique taste. the spicy angel tofu wasn't too spicy but had great flavor and texture. the roti was flaky and buttery and the salad was a nice accompaniment. for our mains we ordered the red curry with tofu (definitely appreciated all the options to add tofu) and pad see ew. everything came out hot and flavorful. the ambiance was warm and inviting as well as the service! would definitely come again!

    Recently celebrated a family member's birthday here and it was delightful. All the dishes we had…read morewere super flavorful! FOOD: - Roti w/ curry sauce -- SOOO simple yet delicious. I could probably eat a ton of these alone. Very light and the right amount of flakiness. - Spicy Angel Wings -- I was actually expecting these to be spicy but it only has a slight kick to it. Not my favorite so I would probably skip out on it next time. - Pad Thai & Pad Kee Mao-- SOOOOO delicious!! Would definitely get these 2 dishes again and again. It had the perfect ratio of every ingredient that made the whole dish come together nicely. It was my first time trying Pad Kee Mao and it was really yummy! It had a slight kick too which I really enjoyed. - Kang Ka Ree (yellow curry) -- also yummy but sadly it wasn't my favorite dish that we ate for this meal. This dish is usually one of my go-to's whenever I eat at a Thai restaurant but I felt that the flavor lacked some. - Roasted Duck -- not entirely bad but also not my favorite dish. It definitely tasted good with the sauce that was provided but if we didn't have the sauce it would be dry. - Pananag Beef Curry -- this was super yummy too! It reminded me of a spicy kaldereta (for all my Filipinos out there) - Mango Sticky Rice -- a very light, simple and yummy dessert. Never skipping out on dessert! SERVICE: We ate here for dinner and service was quick for a Friday night. At the end during our dessert, they turned the lights off to sing happy birthday. It was definitely a treat! PARKING: Street parking can be a challenge but for this location it is fairly easy. Can't wait to visit this place again for a meal!

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