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    Dear Mom Cafe

    4.2 (217 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    DEAR MOM CAFE ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Yellow Curry
    Jessica H.

    Updating to add a note to my future self- the yellow curry is too spicy for me. I was coughing and my nose was running.

    Geung hung lay
    Richard B.

    Another excellent meal at Dear Mom Cafe! This time for Fathers Day. We had the Midnight Wings (deliciously sweet and spicy), awesome green papaya salad and geung hung lay, a rich pork curry (see pics). It's such a cute place with a young and friendly staff, and they have beautiful outdoor tables on the adjoining patio. One of our favorite restaurants in Bend.

    Streetview
    John H.

    Great menu, attractive dining area, flavorful dishes. We came on Sat night around 6:30 and didn't have any trouble getting seated. Service was a little slow at the start...but eventually improved. My bride ordered the Tom Kha Soup - all veggies ($20) and really loved the flavor! I went with the Thom Yum Goong ($25) and it was pretty good - not as spicy was I was expecting. We both commented the tomatos could have been cut up smaller as they were a little hard to eat. The extra charge for rice ($4 each) - seemed a little aggressive.

    Receipt - Two Person  Lunch - Dear Mom Cafe - Bend Oregon - 8/28/2025
    Mark D.

    Review - Lunch with a Friend at Dear Mom Cafe, Bend Oregon I recently had lunch with a friend at Dear Mom Cafe, located on Southwest Century Drive near Safeway. The experience overall was pleasant, with professional and polite staff who handled the essentials efficiently. We were seated quickly, our order was taken without delay, and the food arrived soon after. Service beyond those key points was minimal, but the staff carried themselves with courtesy and attentiveness. The restaurant itself was clean and neatly kept, with a calm atmosphere. On this Thursday at lunchtime, there were only a few other patrons, which made the space feel relaxed and unhurried. As for the food, my friend ordered the coconut curry noodles (Khao Soi) and enjoyed it. I went with Daddy's Garlic Shrimps, which certainly delivered on the garlic. The dish was flavorful, nicely plated, and paired with fresh garnishes that gave it a bright presentation. That said, I found the pricing a sticking point. My shrimp dish alone was $28, and while it was enjoyable, the portion size and overall quality did not quite justify the cost. Over time, and in many different cities, I have visited a wide range of Thai restaurants. Dear Mom Cafe would fall solidly in the top half of that group, but I would not place it among the very best. In fact, some of the more refined Thai restaurants I have dined at elsewhere offered food I enjoyed more in spaces with more polished ambiance and also with lower costs. I do not regret visiting Dear Mom Cafe, I am glad I tried it, the food was good, and the staff were welcoming. While it is a nice restaurant, based on the pricing (casual lunch for 2 - $53 plus tip) , I do not see myself returning.

    Roti+ Curry
    Kia T.

    The food was absolutely delicious! So much flavor and spice. Didn't try the cocktails but lots of good options and mocktails. Pretty large wine list as well. Decor was cute and very modern. The server didn't come back to check on us very much, but it was busy. I would come back because the food was so delicious. Definitely could split an order as the portions are very large, or take some home to go.

    Gang Hang Lay Pork Ribs
    Heather F.

    Checked out Dear Mom early this summer with family. I was sort of surprised to learn how many Thai places there are in Bend, and this restaurant was a new one to their repertoire. The location outside of town made parking easy. The overall atmosphere inside was stylish, and there was outdoor seating at the time as well. We buckled in to order our spread and started with Mom's Salad, which was really everything you could want out of a Thai salad--juicy, fresh, tart, spicy, and a nice change from my typical green papaya order. Next we had the Larb wings, which were such a cool textural riff on the more mainstream version of both dishes. They were nice and hot and crispy. For mains, we tried the Pad Gra Prow--a go-to standard, elevated with crispy fried basil; the Khao Soi with Crispy Chicken--a different take that was appreciated by some in our group (I think I'm partial to an un-fried chicken); the Sukothai Noodles and the Gang Hang Lay Pork Ribs. The Sukothai Noodles were good, but fairly pork focused and a bit sweeter, so I wished we had ordered another noodle dish instead, as they weren't enough of a contrast with the other dishes. The Pork Ribs were pretty tamarind forward, and a little less tender than I had hoped for. We had a non-fish eater in the group, otherwise I would've made a stronger push for some of the awesome catfish dishes. Beyond the food, I will note that unfortunately the restaurant started slammed, and service continued to be a struggle. I took note of the number of people on the floor and it appeared there was one server, and possibly the chef/owner helping out. We took it in stride, but at a certain point, it did feel unfortunate to see a lot of uncleared tables (including our own between courses). Knowing how challenging staffing can be, I hope Dear Mom has since been able to address these issues, because the food is amazing, and definitely worth the visit.

    Phil Y.

    They are a good Thai restaurant located in Bend, Oregon. We visited during the holidays. Reservations was made in advanced on Open Table. We arrived on time and waited a few minutes to be seated. We ordered their chicken wing appetizer, pad thai and their paella. The food was good, just like the Thai food I can get in Southern California. Prices were higher than California Thai food. Just the name paella, they added about $10 to the price of their seafood fried rice. Service was okay. They checked up on us several times and made sure our cups were full. Dear Mom is the place to go if you need Thai food in this area.

    Chicken Midnight Chicken (Wings)
    Daphne S.

    BEST WINGS EVER. SENSATIONAL. SHOW STOPPING. WANTED TO ORDER ANOTHER PLATE. The Thai flavor is incredible. Punchy and perfectly balanced. The Thai paella was a HUGE HIT. So yummy. The green curry is not amazing so pass that lol. This place is very popular I believe so get a reservation if you can or some at opening. It's super cute inside. The food is incredible. The staff are so nice.

    Larb dusted wings
    Jason S.

    Dear Mom, The food is delicious at this restaurant! The owners pride themselves on changing up the menu several times a year to keep up with trends in Thailand. The owners moved to Bend from Portland and they're bringing the flavors to a town that already has excellent Thai food. My wife's Pad See Ew came with crunchy fried chicken pieces as the protein. It was a twist and it worked well. The Tom Yum soup was rich and flavorful with fresh chunks of veggies, mushrooms, and shrimp. The larb dusted wings were juicy. My only complaint is that that my Pad Krapow dish wasn't larger because I couldn't stop eating it. Actually, I have the same complaint about my wife's Tom Yum soup because it was all good. We look forward to going back and trying more dishes. (Khawp khun khrap - thank you)

    Sarah S.

    This has got to be one of the most flavor, packed restaurants that I have ever been to! All the flavors were married beautifully together. Not only was this visually appealing, but the taste was out of this world. The soup was definitely the best soup I have ever tasted, highly recommend this place!!! Unfortunately I don't remember the name of the dish I ordered, but I would order it again and again.

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    Awesome thom yum soup. The winner. Great pork. Everyone in our ten person party loved this place

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