Dear Mom Cafe is such a wonderful spot in Bend. The service is always amazing and the staff is incredibly friendly and accommodating. We came in with a large group for our company dinner, and they handled everything so smoothly -- which is never easy with a big party! The food was absolutely delicious, and everyone in our group loved their meal. I've always had such a great experience here, which is exactly why I chose it for our dinner, and it did not disappoint. Warm, welcoming, and consistently great -- highly recommend! read more

Located in a space that was once a burger joint in the shopping center that also houses Safeway on the west side of town, this excellent Thai eatery that has a menu that includes harder to find Northern Thai specialties like Khao Soi ($22) and Gang Hang Lay ($28) in addition to the more standard Thai menu options, like Pad Thai, a lot of American diners expect to find. It was top notch for food and pretty darned good for service during for very late lunch, aka linner meal for us, when we made our first visit in earlier this year and it was so good that when we were back in Bend a couple of months later, it was the restaurant we thought about first to return to for a meal. We lived in Bend for almost 20 years and after moved away 11 years ago we still visited often because until last year both my parents continued to live there. I share that for context to say that we've eaten at every Thai restaurant in Bend since 1998 (when there was only one) and many multiple times at some of them and if you are visiting and have time for only one Thai meal, this would be our choice of where to have it. (Yes, I include Sen Dai and Wild Rose - those owned by one owner, and Noi Thai in the mix.) The husband and wife owners here apparently have Thai heritage and Thai restaurant experience from their time living in Portland and it shows in all the pride of ownership details, including table decor. (See photo.) PRICE POINT: I think the same menu is used during all open hours. Our lunch for two menu items totaled $50 but there were leftovers to go back to the house with us. HOURS: 7 days a week. They open at 11a close at 2:30 until 4:30 on Mon - Fri. On Sat & Sun they open at noon and close from 3:00 until 4:30. Doors close at 8:00p. PARKING: Private lot. ACCESSIBILITY: My only restraints on this are that the spacing of tables is tight and so it can be a little difficult to navigate, in particular for a person like me as I am a diner with mobility limits. But there are ADA compliant parking spaces in the lot and the restaurant is level in from the walkway. As a note to others who are also disabled diners, I'll share that the hostess did the thing that often happens in an eatery, she tried to seat me at arguable the worse table in the house right inside the door but to her credit when I said something in the main area would be more comfortable, she moved my husband and me there. TIP: To avoid crowds (this is popular for a reason), go in for late lunch. If you're planning on dinner, make a reservation. read more

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. read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

Dear Mom Cafe - Receipt - Two Person Lunch - Dear Mom Cafe - Bend Oregon - 8/28/2025 - Thai Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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Wide menu variety. Authentic and fresh. Friendly staff. Went with a friend on a Friday and was able to get a seat but place does fill quickly. read more

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. read more

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Food are great, very favorful and the service fast. Highly recommanded. Easy to find parking.

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. read more

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Easy parking. Got a table right away. Attentive, funny, friendly waiter. If you're a rule follower like me, it will help you to know the "no modifications" blurb on the menu doesn't mean you can't ask for things to be omitted from your order. I got the pad Thai woosen and said I didn't want tofu and he said actually that's a typo- it doesn't even come with tofu unless you ask for it in place of shrimp! It said gluten free next to it so I felt comfortable ordering it... then it came out with gluten on it. I asked if it was gluten free... oops. He took it back, removed the won ton strips, and gave it to me again. So maybe don't go here if you have celiac. I was fine with it bc I'm only intolerant. My mistake for assuming the gf icon meant it came gf, I suppose. It was very good though. Salty/savory/sweet. My friend got the yellow curry and she said it was everything she hoped it would be but a little spicy and times. read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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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) read more

Dear Mom Cafe - Larb dusted wings - Thai Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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Delicious food! We've been a few times and every meal we have tried was so great! Service is prompt and kind, the atmosphere is cozy either a modern touch. It is a bit pricey, but I feel it is hard to find a place that isn't these days. read more

AMAZING!!! Dear Mom Cafe was hands down my favorite restaurant in Bend. When I lived in Portland, I wasn't craving nor planning on eating at another Thai place..but this spot completely changed my mind. The flavors, the atmosphere, everything about it gave me my Ratatouille moment. I'd found a hidden gem that truly understands comfort and creativity in food. From the moment I walked in, I felt right at home. The dishes were full of flavor and beautifully presented. If you're in Bend and want a meal that's memorable, cozy, and just plain joyful, Dear Mom Cafe is an absolute must. read more

Absolutely delicious food, very attentive and sweet servers, very cute atmosphere, a 10/10 experience. I can't stress enough how delicious the food was! read more

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Was originally searching for Thai food and first considered Wild Rose, but downtown parking can be such a headache. That's when I came across this place and I'm so glad I did! I had never heard of it before, but what a happy surprise. The atmosphere inside is absolutely delightful, beautiful décor, warm, and inviting. The food was just as impressive. I ordered the Pad See Ew and it was excellent, flavorful, well-balanced, and very satisfying. The staff were very friendly and helpful in explaining their menu. This spot feels like a hidden gem, and I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Dear Mom Cafe - Pad See Ew - Thai Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Today was our fourth visit to Dear Mom Cafe and another successful meal. Their specials are hard to pass up and today was no different. I had the Thai Paella and my wife had the garlic shrimp specials. Mine was very flavorful, full of shrimp, calamari and a few clams. Mine was really good but her garlic shrimp was fantastic! We both enjoyed our meals and the service was excellent. I also enjoyed a Westside Sparrow mocktail that was full of so many different flavors. We really enjoy our visits to Dear Mom Cafe and are already looking forward to our next visit. read more

Dear Mom Cafe - The Garlic Shrimp - Thai Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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This is my third time here. The first two were outstanding. Yummy fresh. This visit they were out of shrimp. I ordered the noodle soup that I've had before that's usually full of vegetables and this time it just had some cabbage in it. Hopefully they were just having an off day. read more

In town for a concert in Bend, very impressed how walkable this outdoorsy town is. From my hotel I could walk to the supermarket as well as many restaurants including Dear Mom Cafe. Inside the style modern chic and the menu sports a traditional and rotating choice of specials. There's lots of neon light signs, grass walls, and other instagrammable touches. When I sat down it was pretty quiet, it was an early Monday evening, but there was a steady stream of locals coming in to pick-up take-out orders. The staff was very friendly and were clearly enjoying themselves as they went about their tasks. I opted for the Garlic Shrimp with a side of Mom's Fried Chicken. For once a garlic dish lives up to its name! If you love garlic you'll rejoice with this dish. The butterflied shrimp had great flavor and fried to the perfect point where it's crispy but not heavy. The sauce added more complexity without being too salty like other fish sauces. Mom's Fried Chicken was a great side: a fried boneless thigh with good flavor. Dear Mom Cafe was the perfect entry for me to Bend's growing food scene. read more

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A must try while visiting Bend! Coming from Portland where we are spoiled with great Thai food, I wasn't expecting amazing Thai food in Bend, but was I wrong! Not only was the space aesthetically pleasing, the service was nice as well. The Midnight Chicken is a must try if you love fish sauce wings. The Noodle Soup was light with char siu pork and rice noodles. The Drunken Noodle had a bit of heat to it, but the flavors were packed. The Crab Fried Rice had a hefty amount of real crab (well worth the price), and the sauce on the side is a must on rice. They also had a great selection of cocktails to choose from. The DM me (lychee martini) was strong but sweet! I would come back to try more! Everything sounded so good. read more

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Wonderful service! Incredibly flavorful northern Thai dishes. Beautiful presentations. read more

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Delicious and authentic Thai food! Ambiance and decor is super cute! Great for date night. Great service as well.

Hi everyone, You must try Dear Mom Cafe, it's absolutely delicious!! From the minute you walk inside the experience is good! The decor is relaxing and happy. I like their decor so much! Have you called your mom today? How cute is it for a restaurant to include this question in their theme? The food is outstanding! Order the soup with the prawn, it's absolutely devine and you can share! Enough for three people easy. The pad Thai noodle dish is a little spicy for me but that's just my opinion besides that is delicious. We ordered a side of fried chicken as well and added it to the pad Thai. This dish was an easy share as well for the three of us. We even had togo boxes for everything. The toffee cake is a must so save some room!! The only reason I give it 4 stars and not 5 is because the wine list is not great and the service is a little slow but they could have been short on help. I advise to bring your own bottle of wine m; they charge a cork fee of $20.y read more

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I'm really disappointed because this place started off great. About a month ago I ordered pad thai to go and it was excellent- huge portion, lots of food that lasted me three meals. This time was the complete opposite. I waited 25 minutes past my scheduled pickup time, and when I finally got the food it was cold. The portion was shockingly small compared to last time. I ate the entire thing and was still hungry, and I don't eat large portions. I also paid $23 with extra vegetables, but there was only one piece of broccoli and 2 pieces of chopped carrot. Consistency matters, especially at this price point. Between the wait, portion size, and quality drop, this was a very disappointing experience. I hope this was an off night, because my first experience was excellent. read more

we went on a tuesday night & thankfully had made reservation via their website, online, the day prior. upon our arrival at 5 past 6, there were 3-4 people queued up waiting for a table & the dining room was packed. service was fairly quick though our table wasn't cleaned & plates began to stack up until there were maybe 5 dishes on top of one another & finally i called a server over to clear the dishes. there was a hostess, one server & one busser & i think they could have done with one more person on the floor. the food was ok, rhe pad thai was overcooked & the papaya salad was more leafy greens than papaya salad. The restaurant is buzzy, the servers & staff were nice & they are trying to do a good job, but all in all it was meh. Please note THEY DO NOT ACCEPT DOGS except for service animals, despite what yelp let me to believe. read more

Great Thai food that could be the best in Bend. Try the chicken wings for an appetizer. Cooked to perfection, so tender, juicy and tasty. The chicken basil plate was fantastic. Other diners at my table also tried a shrimp dish and a chicken/rice plate. They loved theirs and said it might be the best Thai food they ever had. Service was excellent. The restaurant is real comfortable and also has outside seating this time of year. I'll be back sooner rather than later. read more

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The food was fresh and the portions are very large. My noodles felt a bit overcooked, larger, and stuck together but I'm probably extra picky there. One tip I'd give is that everything is much spicier than you think. Even the items without fire symbols seem to come with dried chili flakes that will punch you in the throat. There were several people coughing throughout the restaurant when they learned this. One of my companions was unfortunately one of them. I like spicy so I was ok with it but it was definitely more than a 2/5. I did love how customizable the proteins and grains were for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free. The server was very energetic and kind and provided a lot of background info on the food. He also offered my companion a remake if the whole dish was too spicy but encouraged them to try the other side of the noodles first. They were ok with the second bite, but they might reconsider having the chili flakes on the plate if it's on a "not spicy" dish. The ambiance is a cool and modern cafe style. Lots of neons and very lively on a Monday night! I'd personally come back and it was better than what I'd have anticipated for the area but the spicy issue could be a big sticking point for people with medical issues or more sensitive pallets. read more

Dear Mom Cafe - Grandma's Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Bend, Oregon

I came across Dear Mom Cafe as I was in town for work. The service was great as the servers were very attentive. The place was nice and cute. As for the food and drinks, I started off with Yuzu Margarita and ordered Midnight Chicken wings and Pad Thai Glass Noodle. Honestly, the food was ok. I wasn't a big fan of the Glass Noodles as I found them to be dry. I've even found myself scraping the fish sauce from the wings onto my pad thai plate as it needed more of that umami flavor. I really wished I had ordered their other noodle dishes. The Midnight chicken was good and crispy and I appreciate that they serve a full wing. The drink itself were rather sweet and I wished I had tasted more of the alcohol. read more

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This is the second time I ordered take out, hoping it would improve. Pad see ew with tofu and yellow curry. The pad see ew had zero flavor, no vegetables, and 4 pieces of tofu. Not even edible. I had to add more curry powder to the curry dish, it had zero potatoes as advertised and very few veggies. I wouls not recommend at all. read more

- Well prepared, delicious menu. - Nice ambiance although I don't like the banquet seating, particularly the hard benches against the wall. - Tom kha soup: excellent - Khao soi noodles: excellent - Holy basil rice: very good - Grandma's pad thai: not so good, way too sweet. Prices are reasonable, for food and drinks. They have a small beer tap selection (pours are not a pint however, more like 12 oz). Excellent service, not hurried. read more

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A very nice addition to this space. YELP Short Answer: Yes, but would not go out of your way to visit. Location: Nice location next to Starbucks. Lots of available parking. For some reason this space has been cursed seeing several good and great restaurants come and go. Buildout: Very Nice and fits perfect to space. Well done! Menu: Simple, which is good. Food Prep: Was done very nice, with intent and every bit as well prepped as Wild Rose or Noi. Food Quality: Excellent, Yellow Curry is what I ordered however not sure I will rush back. Waitstaff: Well, from my entry to exit lady did not seem friendly or inviting. Maybe a bad day. The guy who I interacted with the most that day was awesome but I think they, as a business, need to work on welcoming customers so they return. I was not grumpy when I came in so don't grump on me girl. Overall Value: Well for $17 for a Yellow Curry is not inexpensive yet it was really good. There are other options and hope they feel more welcome in this space and welcoming to customers. read more

Dear Mom Cafe - Yellow Curry $17 Very Good, - Thai Near Me - Bend, Oregon

The wait was brutally long. I ordered paella for the main. The texture was soggy and it had minimal flavor, total disappointment. The bathroom had urine all over the toilet seat and was pretty vile. Overall a rather unpleasant experience. read more

the service we received here perfectly reflected the inviting and friendly atmosphere + decor. not a very big restaurant, but they're packing big flavors! the drunken noodle was quite spicy for your average enjoyer of spice. i don't recall any of us being asked about a spice level for our dishes, which i'm used to experiencing at thai restaurants - which is fine, just a heads up! they have a nice cocktail selection, even a couple mocktails on the menu (which i'm a big advocate of) and currently have a slushy cocktail for the summer! i'd consider this place upscale casual modern dining. it feels fancy, but not in the sense that you need to be dressed up. more so in a 'perfectly staged Instagram-able romanticization of casual life' way hahah read more

Dear Mom Cafe - Cashew Chicken and Drunken Noodle - Thai Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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Bend, where are you at? We just ate at this restaurant on a Saturday night and it was mostly empty but the food was spectacular. The curry, the soup, the pad Thai, the service, all excellent. Love the decor as well. read more

First time eating there....excellent pad thai with fried chicken, haven't seen that before but it tastes great and we'll come back again!

Fantastic food, wonderful service - Chris was very kind and knowledgeable Cocktails were lit (literally) Just a great experience overall So excited to be back read more

I have been here several times. The portions are small, especially for take out. I haven't found a dish that is great. Mostly bland which is unusual for this type food. I'm just not impressed. Maybe it will work for you. I would like to see them succeed. read more

Really cute spot with really great food. I liked that you can ask for the spices on the side. We came here with our parents who are almost allergic to any spice so having spices on the side allowed us to share our food but still enjoy it the way we like it. Also, the staff was super informative and friendly. read more

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Dear mom cafe is the best Thai food in Bend Central Oregon. Food; very authentic and tasty, they have special items that is the rare items,it's very hard to find and eat in the US but they have it here at Dear mom cafe Bend,OR such as Gang Hang Lay curry, Khao Soi curry noodle and Northern Thai style sausage it comes with the green chili sauce(Nam Prik Noom) those items are very authentically delicious like you eat those in Northern Thailand moreover they have other items that you must try such as Sukhothai Noodle, Pork belly with jim Jaew sauce, roti with curry, OG Holy basil , Daddy garlic shrimp and other stir fried noodle dishes such as Pad Thai, Pad see ew and Drunken noodle I would recommend to order with mom fried chicken and they also have curry dishes that very hit the spot and you won't disappoint to come and eat at Dear mom cafe. Special tips, recommend to order bunch items and share like family style so you can try many good items here. Noted; Vegan, Vegetarian and Celiac no anxiety here because they have options for those dietary restrictions. Atmosphere; they decorated the dinning room with the beautiful wallpaper that make you feel like you are at home party, fun and joy while you eating here plus they have the cute short slogan words around the restaurant to encourage you to love and think of your mom. Services; friendly and helpful staff here, if you have no clues about what you gonna eat feel free to ask them they are very happy to help you by recommendation all the delicious menus to you. read more