Well... Amy and I decided to stop by Chada on a Friday night after leaving Pal's. We intentionally waited a few weeks for the "I'm the new restaurant in town" lines to calm down. We still had about a 15-minute wait, so we grabbed seats at the bar. No complaints there. It didn't take long before we started seeing familiar faces from our beloved Banana Blossom, which immediately made us smile. Walking in, I was impressed. The space is gorgeous. Spotless. Elevated without feeling pretentious. The lighting had that perfect warm, 2700 Kelvin glow. I don't usually comment on restaurant bathrooms, but...they were really nice. The cocktails are thoughtful, beautiful, and clearly crafted by a bartender that takes pride in taste and presentation. We started with the dumplings, and they were delicate, beautiful, and packed with flavor. Then came the tuna larb. Y'all...I wanted to slap myself it was sooooo good. Bright, fresh, vibrant, and absolutely perfect for a hot, humid New Orleans summer night. For our entrées, we ordered the green curry with scallops and the beef rib. The scallops were cooked absolutely perfectly. Not one second over. The green curry hit every note I wanted, rich, aromatic, a little sweet, a little heat, and beautifully balanced. The beef rib was fall-apart tender with just the right amount of fat. Every bite reminded me that some calories are worth it. By the end of dinner, I realized Chada isn't trying to replace Banana Blossom. It's doing its own thing, and it's doing it exceptionally well and in our neighborhood. We walked home happy, full, and already planning what we're ordering on our next visit. That's about as good a recommendation as I know how to give. read more

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Two friends joined us for dinner at Chada, conveniently located near their home. Since we did not have a reservation, we had to wait a while for a table to become available. We ordered drinks while we waited, but unfortunately they did not arrive until we were well into our meal. We started with the Thai Tuna Larb, a dish featuring raw tuna, onion, and cilantro. It was decent but not particularly memorable. The addition of mint caught us by surprise and did not quite complement the flavors we were expecting. We also ordered the special dumplings, which were filled with chopped peanuts. They were enjoyable, but a dipping sauce would have elevated the dish and added another layer of flavor. For my entrée, I ordered the yellow curry topped with crunchy noodles and fried soft-shell crab. It was absolutely delicious and easily the highlight of my meal. My husband chose the drunken noodles with shrimp which were very flavorful and well prepared. One of our friends ordered the lamb chops. They were simply average and did not stand out. Another entrée featured scallops with vegetables, and those were good. The service was attentive and friendly throughout the evening. Our main criticism, however, was the lack of spice in the food. Across the board, the dishes were much milder than we expected from a Thai restaurant. The server never asked about our preferred spice level when taking our order, which seemed like a missed opportunity to customize the dining experience. I also noticed that the server did not ask about food allergies, a question that has become fairly standard at many restaurants. Overall, we enjoyed our meal, particularly the curry and drunken noodles, and appreciated the attentive service. With a bit more attention to spice preferences and dietary considerations, the experience could have been even better. read more

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We eat Thai food plenty and this Thai place was a bit peculiar. The Cho muang (flower dumplings) was very sweet with reminiscent of Vietnamese xoi. It was a sweet way to start lunch though I would have gotten this for dessert. The drunken noodles were flavorless and the noodles were cut for a child. The saving grace was the kao noodles. The broth was flavorful, but the shrimp was bland. Overall, we wouldn't come back unfortunately. read more

Chada - Chor Muang - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

The food was great and so was the service. The atmosphere was great also. It smelled good, was clean, and the ambiance/decor was really nice! There were many items we wanted to try so we will be back. We also tried the chicken wing appetizer but I forgot to take a picture. They were really good also. read more

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This is probably my favorite Thai restaurant in New Orleans. The food, ambiance, drinks and service were top notched! I'll definitely be back to try other foods on the menu. read more

Chada - Duck curry, drunken noodles, shrimp fried rice - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Tyler, our server was lovely. The place was packed and they still managed to find some seats for two of us. The hostesses were very nice. The place is beautiful and the bathroom and tables are clean. The porch has a limited seating area for waiting and is so pretty! The food was pretty bland though. They did have some creative items on the menu which were unique and tasty such as the vermicelli-wrapped shrimp appetizer. However the main dishes we had were quite mild and not the 3 star heat we thought we would get. Before I forget, the cocktails were impressive and quite beautiful. If you're worried about the spice, but you wanna try the food, this is where you should come. read more

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I really enjoyed all of the food that we had here and the service was excellent. Very attentive and had great suggestions as well. The decor of the restaurant is beautiful and cozy all at the same time. When you walk in you see a beautiful bar, sitting in front of you and tables around it and there is a back dining area as well and there's even some outdoor seating in the back. The curry short ribs were magnificent and so was the Thai iced tea tiramisu although it was much smaller than I thought it would be based on the pictures I saw online. From the cocktails that we tried the obey piña colada was the favorite. The mango sticky rice cocktail was good, but I was expecting it to be sweeter, maybe they would swap the tequila for rum or some other spirit that would make it a little sweeter and more like I was expecting. read more

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The first thing I noticed when I was in was how beautiful the interior is. I couldn't stop looking at all the beautiful details in the decor and design. Our server was friendly and the food was amazing. I had the stuffed chicken wings. I remember having stuffed wings similar to this about 10 years ago at a festival. I don't remember the name of the booth but I've been searching for wings that food ever since. I finally scratched that itch with Chada's wings. They were delicious! I also had the khao soi and a Thai tea. Both were really good. My dining partner was in love with their cocktail. They loved it so much they ordered another one and they rarely order 2 drinks at dinner. They said it was really well made. Overall it was a great experience with great food. I'll be back. read more

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Wow! I was blown away at this place. The ambience, the service, the food. The staff are so incredibly nice. I literally felt like I was on a resort in Thailand. Everything was so calm and zen. It's been a while since I went to a restaurant that really welcomed us with open arms. The food is amazing. We definitely got the simple stuff, but will be back for their special items!! I will say parking can be a little tricky. I believe it's street parking, but there is plenty! We had no issue finding parking on a super busy weekend. Chada, y'all did your big one!! read more

Chada - Eggrolls - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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I love a good Thai restaurant and Chada is now officially at the top of my list. We arrived as soon as they opened, and there were a few parties waiting for the doors to open. It's a super cute space for any occassion: from date nights to hanging with friends. We were greeted warmly; and, our waitress was super sweet and enthusiastic about the menu. I decided to try the Khao Soi with shrimp as I love a yellow curry. I did ask to remove the pickled mustard (as it can sometimes take over the flavor). The Khao Soi was soothing and flavorful; and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely return to try more items. read more

Chada - Khao Soi - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Sweet little Thai restaurant with an upscale ambiance and great food. I went as a party of two for lunch and the food was great. I highly recommend the curry! We almost passed on dessert but were glad we got the mango sticky rice. Great lunch spot! read more

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Phenomenal. Phenomenal. Phenomenal. No better word to describe Chada. Went for a celebratory lunch and was impressed by the serenity once entering this quaint establishment. Service was quick and very helpful; we were even offered a second table to accommodate all the dishes we wanted to try! As for the food--AMAZING. Fresh ingredients and so much depth. I've never had a Pad See Ew with this amount of sauce, which was packed with flavor. The stars of my show were the short rib curry and garlic fried rice. Both were delicious and I recommend eating the rice with the curry. For dessert, I am a cheesecake enthusiast and absolutely loved the basque cheesecake that was offered. All dishes served were very good and I am super excited to return to try more (we eyed the fried red fish that was delivered next to us--we will be back to order!) Cannot recommend this place enough. I wouldn't be surprised if they were recognized by Michelin in the future. read more

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Visited Chada on a quiet, cold early Sunday afternoon. They had only been open for about 30 min and I was the only customer apart from a takeout order. The space is absolutely beautiful and ornate. I enjoyed the enthusiastic and attentive service. I ordered the fried veggie egg rolls, papaya salad and Khao Soi with scallops. Each dish was brought out one after the other. The egg rolls were cute, crunchy and tasty. The papaya salad was so incredibly fresh and very flavorful. The Khao Soi was like a warm hug and the scallops were tender, not overcooked. I do wish there were more of the pickled greens and maybe some fish sauce in the curry but overall it was still delicious. I'm always happy when a new Thai restaurant opens and this one in particular is very special. Can't wait to come back! read more

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A new Thai restaurant in an old house in Mid-City is a big surprise. Beautifully decorated, very warm and cozy yet lots of tables, low lighting, friendly staff. There are two big rooms and a patio which was not in use because it was freezing. Menu has lots of choices. Prices reasonable. Food very fresh and lovely spices and herbs. Many vegetarian options. Full bar with exotic drinks. The tableware is very pretty. They don't take reservations for fewer than 5 guests but said the busiest time is 6:30-7:30. We went at 6:00 and got in on a Saturday night. It was pretty full tho. read more

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I visited here for the first time yesterday, Friday, evening. I had to drive around a bit to find street parking. I eventually managed to squeeze into a spot across the street from the restaurant. It was packed when I arrived. Fortunately, I was able to sit at the bar. They said they don't take reservations on the weekend and reservations during the week are only for larger parties. The staff were all pleasant. Because I sat at the bar and the bartender was super busy, service was a bit slower but I was ok with that. I was just happy to get a seat. I liked the decor and overall atmosphere. I ordered a glass of Sauvignon Blanc which I enjoyed. For my appetizer, I ordered the Thai flower dumplings and I enjoyed them. For me the texture and flavor worked well. If you are a texture person and you don't enjoy foods made from rice flour then you might not enjoy these. For my main dish, I ordered the green curry with shrimp without the eggplant. The dish was tasty. I requested only medium spice. The green curry sauce was very flavorful and delicious. I had hoped to try their mango and sticky rice for dessert but it sold out just before I requested it. If you visit here later in the day and you want to try that dessert then I'd suggest ordering it up front with your meal and just having it brought out later. read more

Chada - Green Curry with Shrimp - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Wow wow wow! I was blown away by Chada! Brought to you by the same people that have Dahla in the CBD, I knew it would be good but I'm in awe! The food was amazing and so reasonably priced. But the PRESENTATION!!! The food is so uniquely plated and beautiful! The whole restaurant is stunning really. It definitely does not feel like a converted double shotgun when sitting inside. It can get a little loud in here with a full room but it's very cozy. Service was phenomenal. Our waters stayed full, food came out quickly, drinks were fabulous. I can't wait to come back and try more dishes!!! read more

Chada - Lychee martini - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

So excited to have a great Thai restaurant in the neighborhood! We went for dinner a few nights ago with a friend who used to live here, and we were reminiscing about how back then Budsis was still a pop-up at Pals, and otherwise it was driving to Secret Thai in Chalmette, or crossing the river to go to Banana Blossom for good Thai food. I will get to the food, but I have to start with the space (didn't get any photos, you'll have to go see for yourself). I couldn't stop commenting on how beautiful it was from before we walked in. It's cozy, warm, and full of little details that are just beautiful. At the end of our meal Glen, one of the owners, came by to thank us for coming in and gave us a tour, telling us that they had actually gone to Thailand to get a lot of the decor and worked with artists there to make many of the light fixtures. You should make a point to visit the bathroom, the sinks are these ornate bowls that Glen and his partner got from Thailand like 5 years ago, with nowhere to put them, and just saved them until now. Okay, the food...prefacing that I had a bit of a cold and my congestion probably dampened my palate a bit. That being said, it was very tasty, largely staples of most Thai menus, but the flavors were a little more thoughtful and complex than your basic drunken noodles and pad thai. There was a fun cocktail menu, and in addition to wine they had lychee sake, which I'd never tried before but found sweet but pleasant. The spice is not overwhelming, my 3 rated drunken noodles were less spicy than I was anticipating. When I return I feel confident I can handle the 5 whole fish. Our server was lovely, the entire experience was very comfortable, and the owners Glen and Tom were so sweet. Definitely check this place out, I will be back soon! read more

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The best start to a wonderful Mother's Day. I was overly impressed from the moment we walked in the door. The decor was breath taking: the chandeliers, bar and tables were gorgeous. We were greeted warmly and seated right away. Our hostess description of each special had me salivating and visualizing the taste and we were not disappointed. Each drink was unique in sight and and taste. The dumplings were so different, yet so good and the crab rice had crab in every bite but the star was the snapper. I definitely multiple visits are due in order to taste everything. read more

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The food was delicious especially the basil fried rice. I can't wait to go back to try the short rib and the stuffed chicken wings bc they looked amazing on others plates. The daiquiri is that girl and will get you there. The service was pretty good; they are really busy and do not take reservations. The lady at the front who is older and probably the owner was a bit rude initially and almost convinced us to walk out of the restaurant. But the remaining staff and bartender made up for the older lady's behavior. read more

Chada - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

I've been meaning to try this place for a while but every time I crave Thai food I always want roti which they don't have so I always pick somewhere else. Anyways, I finally made my way and it was delicious! The only reason it's 4 stars instead of 5 is because of how slow the service is. Everything was soooo good but the drinks were taking at minimum 20 minutes to arrive. They were out of the striploin rice when we ordered which was a bummer turned blessing because we ended up trying to it with duck and the duck was perfection! The short rib dish was also sooo good! 10/10. Those stuffed chicken wings are like magic, i don't know how they make them but so good! We ended with the Thai tea tiramisu which was hitting! read more

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First off Service they not taking online or roundtable or resy reservations yet so I called because it was for Mother's Day boom first appointment 11am. Now the Ambiance the attention to EVERY detail is second to none. Who ever design this restaurant needs 3 raises one of the most beautiful restaurants in the city. Food easy top 8 restaurants in the city to be so new. Do not leave without trying the Fried Red Snapper and that crab rice. The drinks are made with so much intention and detail in every sip. Easily a new favorite. read more

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Such a cute and quant little Thai restaurant. As soon you walk through the door you are in the restaurant, you see all the patrons packed tightly together, enjoying some great Thai food. The focal point of the restaurant would have to be the beautiful bar that you also see when you walk in. I enjoyed the drunken noodles, one of my favorite Thai dishes, and the spring rolls were delicious, but unsure if they were homemade. Our waiter didn't greet us when he approached the table, but was very nice and took good care of us. I met my friend here for her birthday lunch. Although the tables were very close, I mean close, close, we still were able to enjoy our conversation and catch up without feeling like we were competing with the tables on both sides of us. Of course being that close together, the patrons at the other tables may want to strike up a conversation, so if you are not a people person, or like close quarters, this may not be the place for you! read more

Chada - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Had a friend pass a word-of-mouth recommendation and tried it one Sunday lunch. Gotta say, we'll be back! First, the interior design is upscale. We were so in awe and had to know more of -- Sara and Chef Tom were open to sharing their stories. THANK YOU After ordering a bunch of appetizers: the shumai, purple flower dumplings, thai sausages, tom yum soup, we perused through Yelp pictures for entree options and saw a steamed red snapper. We asked if it was available and sure enough, it was delicious! It was the highlight of the meal. We hadn't had a GOOD steamed fish in about 2 years! We settled with a few entrees that we always enjoy when eating Thai food: khao soi yellow curry with egg noodles, pad see ew, spicy drunken noodles. Yum to all Really starting to fall in love with this place. We asked if there was anything we were missing out on from the menu. Server told us 2 other options: the short rib and the lamb. We decided we will definitely be back for those and for their thai tea tiramisu, which was sold out at the time. Our family really loves dessert. I really love a place who is honest about their food. They were upfront about their mango sticky rice and how they couldn't source their usual mangos, thus resulting in a less sweet dessert. I understand it's hard to source the perfect mangos all the time; the honesty went a long way. Made me enjoy the mango sticky rice even more, and it was still sweet! This is my official word-of-mouth recommendation of Chada passing it on to you! read more

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Chada has such a dark, intimate atmosphere. Perfect for a girls' night out or a dinner date tucked into the glow of Mid-City. We arrived around 8 PM, about an hour before closing, and there was about a 30 minute wait, but honestly it moved pretty quickly. The restaurant itself is surprisingly spacious, and the location is great since you can easily walk to nearby spots for drinks after dinner. For appetizers, we ordered the tuna larb and were surprised by how generous the portion was. Definitely enough for 3 topeople to share comfortably. The pineapple fried rice was super flavorful. The sweetness from the pineapple balanced really well with the savory stir-fried rice. We chose steak as the protein, but next time I'd probably go with chicken or even veggie since the flavor of the dish already stands strong on its own. The drunken noodles with shrimp were another favorite. The shrimp were large, fresh, and cooked perfectly. The standout dish for us was the short rib curry. The meat was incredibly tender and practically fell off the bone. The curry was rich, flavorful, and packed with vegetables that soaked up all the sauce beautifully. Definitely a dish I'd come back for. read more

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The service and atmosphere were great! The bar was gorgeous and ornate, and the entire place had a cozy feel. Our server was very friendly and attentive. I loved the cocktail selection, and I went out of my comfort zone with the mango sticky rice cocktail. It wasn't too sweet, and I would certainly order it again. My husband was obsessed with the stuffed chicken wings and ate all of them in record time. The Thai Flower dumplings are such a unique menu item and almost too pretty to eat. Our entrees had huge portions, were well seasoned, and came out quickly. We loved this spot! read more

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One of the best Thai places I've tried in NOLA so far!The ambiance was so aesthetically pleasing. It was a bit noisy inside, but only because there were a lot of diners which is a sign the place is really good. Our waitress was very friendly and helpful when we had any questions about the menu. For drinks, we got their Lychee Mojito ($16.00). So delicious! The blend of lychee and mint flavors really balance off well with each other. For our food, we got their Khao Soi ($18.00) with added soft shell crab ($8.00) & their Stuffed Chicken Wings ($16.00). Everything was so flavorful! The dishes blended well with each other. There is only street parking, but I'm not really surprised as it it located in the Mid City area so. Overall, I'd come back to Chad's if I happen to be in the area. read more

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The only thing lovelier about Chanda's thoughtful, quietly luxurious design is its delicious food and friendly, warm service. We had the Tofu Makam (crispy tofu served w peanuts and tamarind sauce) and it blew our minds. The tofu was perfectly fried and crispy on the outside and delightfully pillowy on the inside while the subtle sweetness of the tamarind brought it all the way home. Additionally we had the Kha Soi (9.3/10, noodles perfectly cooked and well balanced soup), the spicy drunken noodle (8.4/10). To drink we also had the Mango Sticky rice cocktail which tastes true to name though a little boozy (I'm not complaining). Overall this place is a must try!!!! read more

Chada - Tofu Makam - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Beautiful ambiance. Great cocktails. Delicious food. Elevated Thai food in an elegant setting. read more

Chada - Lychee Martini - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Just amazing! Love the food. I had the green and red curry, both great! Pad Thai is also good. Their shrimp are local gulf shrimp which adds to the quality. Ambiance is very cute. It's like quaint upscale. Nice outdoor seating area. The service is always on point as well. Marie was my latest server and she was great. From one picky eater to another, this place is a must go! read more

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The food was delicious and the service was great, the whole fish was the best I've had. the ambiance was also wonderful

Chada is a stunningly beautiful restaurant. The service was warm and friendly. My friend and I had the flower dumplings to start which were a bit small but the presentation is gorgeous. I had the drunken noodles and my friend had the pad thai, both with chicken. Very delicious dishes! Would love to return and try the curry. read more

Chada - Flower dumplings - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Gorgeous restaurant, interior design is top notch. food very special. Service good too.

The best Thai restaurant in the city. The place is beautiful, great for a nice nite out. The stuffed chicken wings are a star, the dumplings were phenomenal and the soft shell crab is one of the best dishes of the year. read more

Super tasty! You definitely pay for ambiance. The soft shell crab curry was very good and the lychee martini was the star of the show. read more

Chada - Happy Hour Menu - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Amazing attention to detail, flavors were on point. Delicious cocktails and the service was great! I'll be going back

Great place! So beautiful and romantic. Entire space is full of drama and warmth. Service is excellent, we sat in the front room, near the windows and enjoyed our meal very much. Wine and cocktails were perfect. Can't wait to go back and try new entrees. We were told that we can request certain dishes to be more or less spicy than the menu suggests, which is appreciated. Wonderful addition to Mid City! read more

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Donning mock turtleneck short sleeve sweaters, a friend and I went to check out the new Midcity Thai spot-Chada. Nestled in a former double shotgun right across from Lindy Boggs, this new spot open only a week was jumpin! Seating in two dining rooms and additional spots on a back deck I was blown away by the tasteful decor and ambience. (No pics of the bathrooms but they were just as beautiful. Teal toilets! TEAL!) We shared the flower dumplings which were made by hand to order as they had already run out of them. Next, two curries-the green and yellow. One with scallops, the other with shrimp. Nice heat, texture and velvety sauce. Service was a bit slow but only because it's week one ON and there are kinks to work out navigating real time guests and issues that arise. Moderately priced and worth multiple visits to experience the menu in full. read more

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Chada is such a gem. The restaurant is absolutely beautiful, warm, stylish, and visually pleasing the moment you walk in. There's even a back area perfect for small events, plus outdoor seating that adds to the charm. To top it off, one of the owners came out to chat with us, which made the experience feel even more special and personal. Overall, such a lovely visit from start to finish. Highly recommend! read more

Chada - Drunken Noodles with Shrimp - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Great food, excellent service, and beautiful decor. We will definitely be back again soon. read more

Chada - St- P/T Noodle - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Let's start off with the decor. Beautiful and really sets the ambiance. Staff were attentive friendly and the food came out fast. So onto the food. Appetizer: Chor Muang (1/5): it looks amazing and beautiful but flavor wise it is all over the place. Very salty and if I had to compare the taste it would be to a savory salty peanut butter taste except the flavors clashed heavily. Only by wrapping it in the veggies does that mellow out the flavors a little. Drink: Thai Milk Tea (4/5): refreshing and sweet. Borderline overly sweet so if you're not into very sweet drinks avoid it. Entrees: Red Curry (5/5)Spot on flavors. Silky and aromatic how it should be. The real star is the protein. Duck (5/5):crispy skin; flavorful; and still moist. Soft-shell crab (5/5): super crispy panko crumbs.The soft-shell crab was good; not the most flavorful but still solid. If you have to get their curries get either soft-shell crab or the duck. You won't regret it! Drunken Noodle 4/5: It was a solid dish. Savory and spicy with sweetness to it. If they tone down the sweetness a little more then the dish would have been perfectly balanced. Pad Kra Pao Kai 1/5: all the entrees were great which is why this is disappoint. Overly salty which overpowered the aromatics of the dish. I'd avoid this and get one of their curries. Overall 3/5. There were some hit and misses with what we ordered. It's definitely worth an experience; a good place for a date but avoid the two dishes I mentioned. Stick with the curries you can't go wrong especially if you get the duck or soft shell crab. Price vs food quality is a bit on the high side but still worth a try. read more

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