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    Big Blue Thai BBQ

    4.6 (198 reviews)
    ModerateThai, Barbeque, Salad
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    #1 Tasty Grilled Pork
    Benjamin M.

    This place has been on my to-do list for years! I finally made it. It operates out of a food truck parked under an awning with some seating. It looks like you can order verbally at the window, or they have a touch screen computer where you can order and pay with a card. Ordering went smoothly. I decided on two of the lunch specials, the #1 Tasty Grilled Pork, and the #3 Satay Combo (chicken). After about 10 minutes, my food was ready. Service was friendly with lots of smiles. I got home and my dining companion and I split both entrees. The grilled pork was delicious! It was cooked beautifully, had a nice sweet flavor along with a nice smokey touch from the grill. Yum! The spicy tamarind dipping sauce was a complex flavor punch with fish sauce funk, tang from the tamarind and a touch of heat. The side salad was amazing! I really liked the greens with a great dressing that I think had notes of coconut. The jasmine rice was nice and filling. The chicken satay was also very good. The chicken was nicely cooked with a light curry flavor, and the dipping sauce was redolent of peanuts and coconut. The cucumber salad was good, reminded me of lightly pickled cucumbers, but with a fresher taste. They threw two candies into the bag, and they were a nice touch. I think they were tamarind flavored. I am so glad I finally made it here. It is a fantastic place for a flavor-packed lunch with friendly service. I will be back!

    Pork BBQ
    Justin L.

    Wow. Finally some decent, authentic Thai food. The service amazing. Seating is limited but available. Or you can get it to go. The ordering is easy. I got papaya salad with padek. I also got their bbq pork. The papaya salad was the best I have had in twenty years. Made the authentic way with an ingredient not many people request. The pork was cooked perfectly and tasted excellent. Juicy and succulent. It came with some dipping sauce and rice. This will be my new go to, when going out for lunch or dinner. You will not be disappointed!

    Another view when you come into the parking lot where you can't miss them.
    Barbara S.

    This was one of best Thai food I had since I been to Oregon. Here in Salem for about 4 weeks now and Portland over the weekend. Had Thai food in Portland and it was a total disappointment. Place was too mainstream and lost focus of the actual food. Now here at Big Blue, WoW! Flavors and authenticity is spot on, really appreciate the sauce how it was perfectly balanced of sweet, salty, and citrus. Food takes a bit to be prepared for it to be fresh when you get it. For reference I took this Togo and the drive was 17 mins. Food was still hot and delicious! Grilled pork was tender and juicy. Papaya you can get it any spice level you want. I got extra spicy but it wasn't that spicy lol hopefully when I go back I can tell her I can handle it so she will give me more chili. Rice is a little softer than I would like but honestly I didn't even need it with the meal. Everything was so well balanced. I can't wait to come back for more. If you are deciding on coming just go you won't regret it. Place is in a plaza on the corner with plenty of parking. They provide seating if you want to eat there and it is outdoor seatings. Or you can take it to go and will taste delicious no matter where you eat.

    Bbq pork lunch special

    Stopped for lunch on our way to Eugene from Portland and had an outstanding meal! We got both their pork and chicken lunch specials, which were made to order and extremely filling. The salad was super fresh, the dressing was great, and the sauces were incredible. The meat was cooked extremely well too. We chatted for a while with the owners, and they were very friendly! Would definitely recommend!

    Lawrence H.

    I can't even give it one star but it needs at least one to post. I will never go back here. After being profiled and treated like a trespasser just for walking around the building (not his food truck) while on my break and deciding to get some food - I was approached by a man (who apparently was the owner of this food truck ) in a way that made me feel like I was doing something wrong or not supposed to be there - as he asked me what I was looking for and what I was doing there with this weird expression (it was not welcoming). I responded I'm just looking around - is that ok? It's sad to still have to deal with people like this who profile and make judgement when all you are doing is taking a break from work. He didn't question any of the other people - only me. We've spent money here before and someone else dealt with something similar as far as how they felt by his comments. None of my family or friends will support this business moving forward, and it's sad that he is hiding behind this Thai cuisine.

    Crispy rolls!!
    Nanci K.

    Walked up to the window & was immediately greeted with an offer to try a couple of curries! The Penang curry was one of the best I've tried & I'll definitely be back for the green curry. I also ordered crispy veggie spring rolls which were so good. Love the chairs and tables outside of the adorable trailer & look forward to coming back for more to sit when it's warmer! Definitely worth the trip and waiting in the cold!!

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    Really tasty food! BBQ grilled pork with papaya salad so yummy! Always great service!

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    Incredible food! No matter what you order, know it will taste divine. Fast and kind service.

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    Incredible food, outstanding warm Thai hospitality and very convenient location. Can't recommend it highly enough.

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    My go to spot if I am in the Salem area. Food is always fresh and service is always on point.

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    3 years ago

    Excellent ribeye skewers and their sauce is perfect. Very freindly owners and area is convenient. Ask for the Thai tea!

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    3 years ago

    Yummy Thai food: great curry and bbq rib plate special. I miss the restaurant and bigger menu!

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    Amazing flavor and service. High quality food that makes you feel good. I would recommend this place to anybody. Will definitely be back.

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    Best peanut curry I've ever had (and I've had a lot of curry). Food was awesome. Authentic Thai food!

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