One can tell the chef put his heart into the cooking, with quality ingredients and excellent taste,…read moreif leaning on the strong side. Service is good and efficient. The large screen playing MTV with Thai performers swooning romantic melodies enhanced the overall vibe.

A small Thai restaurant in West Point area with friendly service and a cozy atmosphere…read more We started with the Pomelo Salad ($26). While the pomelo was fresh and hand-peeled, the portion felt underwhelming for the price--it was mostly pomelo with only three shrimp. The Deep Fried Soft Shell Crab ($22) came with two soft shell crabs cut into halves (four pieces total). It was crispy but quite greasy, and I found it a bit heavy after the first piece. The Thai Boat Noodles ($23) were probably my favorite dish and seemed like the best value. The broth was rich and flavorful, with plenty of sliced beef and daikon, although there weren't many noodles. We also tried the Thai Green Curry with Chicken. The curry was thick, creamy, and packed with flavor, and it paired perfectly with the fragrant jasmine rice. Overall, the food was enjoyable, but I felt most dishes were a little overpriced for the portion sizes. Perhaps that's expected given its location near the beach. The service was warm and attentive, and the restaurant itself is quite small, making it a cozy spot if you're in the area.

What do you picture when you think of Thai food? A burst of fiery spice, vibrant red curries, or a…read moreclassic plate of Pad Thai? When a friend visiting from out of province, who happens to be Thai, put Zab Bite on his Vancouver wishlist, I didn't have huge expectations. I just imagined the typical Thai staples everyone knows and loves. Nothing new, right? I couldn't have been more wrong. ​Our experience started on a high note before we even sat down. When we arrived, my friend realized he had accidentally booked our table for the next day. Luckily, the server was incredibly accommodating and managed to get us seated within just five minutes. Looking around the room out of pure curiosity, we couldn't help but notice that almost every table had a stunning rattan basket overflowing with appetizers. It looked amazing, and we knew we had to order it. Was it as good as it looked? Absolutely! The Assorted Appetizer basket came loaded with veggie spring rolls, crispy pork toast, shrimp wraps, and crispy pork cakes. Every single item brought a unique texture and flavour to the table, making the whole dining experience incredibly fun and enjoyable. For the main course, my friend ordered the Tiger Prawn Pad See Ew and the Crispy Grilled Pork. The Pad See Ew was just as delicious and comforting as you'd expect from a great Thai spot, but the Crispy Grilled Pork was the absolute star of the show. It was so incredibly crispy on the outside that you could actually hear a loud crunch with every single bite. Somehow, it managed to be shockingly crispy without being greasy or oily at all. It takes real culinary skill to elevate such familiar staples into something unforgettable. ​If you want to explore Thai cuisine that steps outside the box, Zab Bite is definitely the place to be.

Our friend suggested to try this place as there's always a line outside. So we did on a Thursday…read morenight. Without reservation we had to wait for about an hour. It was not a problem for us though. They were twice mentioned in the michelin guide so we were just excited to try their food. As expected, the menu looks good, service is great, and they have good drinks selections. We ordered veggie spring rolls, papaya salad, boat noodles, and crispy grilled pork. Their food were all plated very nicely, perfect for Instagram. BUT, once we tried the food we were hugely disappointed. Everything was so bland. For Thai food, it should never be bland.. The veggie spring roll was decent, similar to any other much lower end places. The papaya salad didn't have much flavor except quite fishy. We ordered mild thinking this was based on authentic Thai spice scale but nope, the whole plate had no spicyness at all until one bite where all the chilli were at the bottom of the plate. The boat noodle was an absolute disappointment. Taste like a regular house special pho with less flavor in the broth. The crispy grilled pork was better, it was indeed crispy but we could not taste the char. Portion for most items were quite small as well. Service 5/5 Ambiance 5/5 Food 2/5 Price and Portion 1/5 Since food is the main criteria for a good restaurant imo, this place only gets a 2 star for me. I can easily name a few other Thai restaurants that offer much better tasting and authentic food than this place... I will not be back.

As per usual, a crowd favorite for a reason. Came here on a weekday at 5 PM and the place was…read morepacked already, and everything on the menu is a good option, but my favorite is the crying tiger beef because the beef is so tender and marinated well and the price is reasonable for the portion size. Great date night spot too, ambience is really nice except when it's busy it gets really loud.

Thai food is always a welcome meal, and Sawasdee is no exception. It's decent quality but we have…read morehigh standards. It's not exactly upscale but it's not exactly super casual either so make a reservation if you wanna dine here! So my family and wife got a myriad of dishes here including the crying tiger, papaya salad, prawn cakes, stuffed chicken wings, drunken noodles, and duck red curry. Everything is good, not mindblowingly good, but good for what you're paying for. Wish I could say one dish was a standout but everything is good so you can't go wrong with just pointing and hoping for the best hah!

Really enjoyed our experience at Jay Nok! The food was beautifully presented, full of flavour, and…read morefelt like a more modern take on Thai cuisine while still keeping those familiar comforting flavours. The drinks were refreshing, portions were satisfying, and everything we tried came out fresh. Service was friendly and attentive, and the restaurant itself has a stylish atmosphere that makes it great for both a casual meal or a nice dinner out. Definitely a unique Thai dining experience in Vancouver and a spot I'd come back to try more of the menu!

Jay Nok is a pretty nice addition to Olympic Village. The restaurant used to be Flying Pig, and the…read morespace has been nicely transformed. The interior is cozy and stylish, and I liked the overall atmosphere. I was actually surprised by how quiet it was when I visited for dinner. Most of the cocktails lean toward the sweeter side, so I asked for half the syrup, and it turned out nice. But i wouldn't compare the cocktails to what you'd get at a cocktail bar. We ordered two dishes to share, and both portions were ggenerou, which were enough for two people. The NUA SUA LONG HAI (Crying tiger Beef) was the highlight. The beef was cooked perfectly medium-rare, and the sauce was delicious. It also came with a side salad, which I really enjoyed. Definitely the dish I'd order again. The PAD THAI CHAO WANG was more of a mixed experience. I actually liked the noodles--the texture was good and the flavor had that nice sweet-and-sour balance. Unfortunately, the tiger prawns were a big disappointment. They didn't taste fresh, and I couldn't finish them. I also noticed that the prawns in the restaurant's photos appeared to have sauce on them, while ours didn't. When we asked our server at the end, we were told the chef had forgotten to add the sauce. By then, though, it was too late, and the prawns were basically a waste for us.

Been meaning to check out this place with my girlfriend and finally got the chance for a date…read morenight. The restaurant has a nice, authentic atmosphere. The staff were great -- incredibly nice and friendly. They checked up on the food and asked if we wanted it to be spicy when we were ordering. I will say the portion is slightly smaller for a higher price than Thai Basil which is nearby. Nonetheless, the food was good. The Thai iced tea was perfect, not too sweet. I got the Pad See Ew and it was yummy, although more seasoning would be nice as it lacked a bit of salt. My girlfriend got the Pad Thai and she was very happy with it. Her only comment is that they didn't include as many veggies as other places, which she would've preferred. Overall, it was an enjoyable experience and a good date night spot!

We came here on the recommendation from our son and his friend who have eaten here before…read more The restaurant looks upscale, but it has kind of a neighborhood vibe. The owner was warm and welcoming, and had a good sense of humor. It made the meal to a large degree. The menu is fairly large, and our party of 8 ordered spring rolls and 7 dishes of various kinds. Our favorites were the green curry (though there was some confusion about whether the curry itself had fish sauce - we decided to err on the side of caution and assume it did), and the eggplant. But everything was delicious. Totally would love to go back!

I've been meaning to try Maenam for a while and finally got the chance!…read more The food had really bold, strong flavours and overall was delicious Thai food. A few of the dishes surprised us in a really good way. Service was really friendly, although it could use a bit more refinement. Some dishes were explained when they came out, while others weren't. Overall, it was a solid meal and I'd recommend giving it a try if you haven't been. It is on the pricier side though. We spent around $100 per person including appetizers and drinks.

What are people smokinggg.... This place is a straight 5!! Vibes are clean. People are friendly and…read morehelpful. And the food is banging! One thing to note: The soups are more generous than you think and good for two people. Everything was yummmm!!

Everything is good but especially their pad Thai and yellow curry. Their pad see ew is smokey and…read moreexceptional. Must get pad kee mao.

Best Pad Thai in the city. Hands down. It's not too sweet like other pad thai that uses artificial…read moresauces. Perfectly umami. I would skip the shrimp next time (extra $4), and opt for chicken. Shrimp was big and juicy but not an integral ingredient in this dish. Priced higher than other pad thai options and adding chilli flakes is unfortunately extra, but worth the treat epically if this is what you're craving. I've probably gotten this takeout about a dozen times in the last few years and the taste is very consistent. The amount sometimes varies a bit. On a weeknight, we waited 20 minutes for a table. Small restaurant, less than 30 seats. Food comes out pretty fast and if you sit at the bar, you would be able to see the chef cooking up your meal fresh. We got the green curry too which was delicious. We were stuffed with just the 2 dishes and a bowl of rice.

Stopped by this Thai spot in West Vancouver for lunch and tried a couple dishes from their lunch…read moremenu, which is very reasonably priced at $14 per dish. It's definitely a good option if you're looking for something quick and affordable in the area. The food itself was pretty average--nothing particularly memorable, but it did the job for a casual lunch. Flavours were decent, portions were fair for the price, and everything came out fairly quickly. Overall, it's a solid budget-friendly lunch option if you're in the neighbourhood and craving Thai, but not necessarily a place I'd go out of my way for.

Food had good flavour but all the seafood was soooo overcooked and just bad…read more We asked for Medium spice for all dishes they came out mild. This was disappointing. Service wasn't great either. Beef garlic fish was tasty but very small. All the portions were tiny apart from the curry. We actually really enjoyed the red curry with beef. Pad thai was good , but again, prawns were old , previously frozen and very dry and chewy. Drunken seafood was disgusting. Just a bag of frozen seafood that they overcooked. Brutal.