First time here, fell in love with the place. The green curry pork fried rice was very unique, and I say that coming from California and saturated competitive Asian districts. The flavor was incredible, I can't wait to be back to try it again. Aromatic and crunchy. The restaurant itself has been there since 2006 and is authentic Thai. The owners are so chill and friendly, they feed some stray cats that live under the shed outside, so the entire vibe is familiar and relaxed, so nice. The ambiance is great too, they have candles, wooden carved decor and a lot of air circulation/filtration which is an important detail I love in any restaurant. We'll be back read more

Duang Tawan - Beef Panang Curry - Thai Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Amazing food. We got an assortment of appetizers, fried rice, tom kha, and pad Thai. Everything was delicious and wonderful. Service was fast and friendly, and the table was beautifully carved. Fantastic experience read more

Authentic Thai Cuisine. Any level of spice from mild to medium to white people spicy to Thai spicy. I do not say that in a pejorative way. I asked for it to be spicy. The woman asked me how spicy. I said is it spicy for me or spicy for Thai people. She said they could make either, laughing. We had the Thai spicy. Holy hell it was delicious. Initially I thought my pallet was going to be blown but as I went on it got more and more cravable. Had massaman curry,tom kha, and a few other things. All hit. read more

The owners are so sweet! We really enjoyed speaking with them as well as our delicious food! So much flavor. So much spice. Absolutely amazing. We loved the papaya salad, pork satay, chili paste shrimp (the shrimp was perfectly cooked) and spicy basil noodles with beef. I will be back! read more

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Made my first visit here today for lunch. Do not allow the outside appearance scare you off. It was clean inside, the staff were very friendly and the food was delicious. The soup with the small portions of spring rolls had a very good flavor. The cashew nut with chicken was really good. Good prices especially the lunch deal. Recommended. read more

Duang Tawan - Cashew nut with chicken - Thai Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Food is legit! Pineapple duck curry and vegetable pad Thai both Thai hot. Some of the best Thai food we have ever had. read more

Duang Tawan - Veggie pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Have seen this place on the side of the road for awhile and had been meaning to stop by, and I am glad I finally did! This is THE BEST THAI FOOD I have ever had. We got the beef larb, thai basil rice, and panang curry with shrimp. Everything was immaculate, especially the curry. The sauce was so good I had to drink what was left and the shrimp was cooked perfectly. Ended with Mango sticky rice for desert and it had a pleasant balance of sweet and salty. 10/10 I wont even go anywhere else in the area for Thai anymore. read more

This tiny Thai Restaurant is so cozy and inviting! It's a nice quiet place for an amazing authentic meal. It appears to be family owned and operated, and all of the staff is so friendly and attentive. My favorite dish is the Chicken Pad Thai, of course. The medium spice level I chose was perfect for my liking. The dish was loaded with plenty of chicken and was so full of flavor that I could taste every ingredient. I can't wait to go back! read more

Duang Tawan - Dining Area - Thai Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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What a great restaurant! Fantastic food and service and such a cute, beautiful atmosphere. You almost feel like you are somewhere else when you eat here, the vibes and the food transport you out if Baton Rouge. I would come here as often as a could if I still lived in the area. Try it! read more

Their service is so good, they have such a cute place. I had the duck curry and it was like I was hugged by my motherrrrr! Their Thai tea is great and unfortunately there was no mango rice because they are out is season but I'll be sure to grab one as soon as they're back! read more

The food was so delicious. I want to go back tomorrow. Don't let the outside appearance of the restaurant deter you. The waitress who i think is the owner was so sweet and kind. read more

We revisited Duang Tawan. Same lovely, shack of a restaurant, lol. But still has the best, by far, Thai food we have had in Baton Rouge. I had the same basil beef with rice. Chock full of onions, bell pepper, bamboo strips, beef, hot pepper, and a savory and semissweet sauce. Served over jasmine rice. They know how to cook their vegetables. Not until they are totally limp, but still having a tiny bit of crunch. The basil flavor is what I come for. So many Thai places cook with basil, but Duang Tawan knows how to infuse their dish with it. Staying on our top Thai list!!! Will be back. read more

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AMAZING, masaman curry!! Lady at the counter was so sweet ! They let me sample before buying!

Holy spicy. I'm having trouble even thinking spicy about this review spicy because it's so spicy spicy. And I like spicy. But the "medium" (2/4 level spicy) is INSANE to me. My nose is running, eyes watering, stomach hurting after about 5 bites. But it tastes so good I wish I could keep eating (green curry tofu). I will have to mix this with extra rice just to be able to finish it. I will order mild next time for certain. If you came to the reviews section to see if you're the only one who can't handle it, don't worry, it's not just you. The satay was good and the tom yum was too. The tom yum was really good and very sour. read more

Very tasty food, had the crispy fish lunch special. Can highly recommend. The service is very good and friendly.

Genuinely the best Thai restaurant in baton rouge. You can't go wrong. It's family owned and about as authentic as it gets. If the grandmother is the one making your food (almost always is) you can expect to get some real spice! They grow a lot of the herbs they use right on the property, too. I think it's probably underrated because the building is easy to miss and there's rarely a lot of people there, but believe me when I say this is a gem. One of my favorite places for sure! read more

A wonderful, family-run thai place. Delicious food, hearty portions, excellent service, and delightful staff who do not shy away from questions or conversation. read more

I got the Panang and Tom Yum from here that's was pretty good, even my boyfriend he is Laos said that this place got the better Thai food he ever tried in BR. This is the mom-and-pop store, good environment, cozy and y'all know that when it is the family restaurant it always hit good!! The service is amazing, she is really caring she makes me feel like my mom. Plus if you are want it spicer they can do it too, for me that makes the food taste more like the original one, but don't do it if you can't handle good in spicy. Btw i know the pictures suck lol. read more

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the food was amazing some of the best pad Thai I've ever had. the server was wonderful and very nice. and the vibes were immaculate. best Thai food in br. read more

Came here for lunch after I yelped some thai food in Baton Rouge. I saw tod mun on their online menu and I haven't had that in years so I convinced my friend to try it. It was alright. I got the drunken noodle, medium spicy, with fried tofu and a side of spring rolls. My friend got the pad see ew beef, mild. It was not mild, as they were sniffling through the whole meal. And mine was not medium; I'd say it was more in line with "spicy." Not that I dislike spicy food, but I order medium for a reason; I like a little kick without feeling it in my stomach, and I did end up feeling this. I have an ulcer so excessively spicy dishes are a no-go. Aside from this, the noodles had good flavor and I ended up finishing them later that night (I know... I'm a masochist apparently). The noodles were not the typical drunken noodle shape; they were a little thinner, not that this affected the flavor. Loved that they added plenty of fresh veggies. The tofu... eh. It didn't have a taste and I realized this was because it didn't get any of the sauce. It was breaded and fried and seemingly cooked separately, and then added to the top of the dish. I ended up treating it like an app and dipping it in my egg roll sauce. The spring rolls were tasty, but I'd have preferred the tod mun which was apparently no longer on the menu. There is no indoor dining, but they will pack your food to go and you can eat on a pretty little patio surrounded by greenery. read more

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Food service ambiance all great!!! A must try if you're in Baton Rouge. Peace love and Thai!

the curry hits the stop (very creamy and the spice still let me enjoy the foo and they gave us so much chicken!! getting the mango sticky rice for dessert for not a disappointment. can't wait to try their other dishes like the pad thai! read more

Duang Tawan - pangang curry - Thai Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Mango sticky rice is SO good! Panang chicken curry and Tom yum shrimp soup were very good. I got medium spice in my curry, it was perfect. The Thai tea was also perfect! The atmosphere inside was very sweet / cozy, an easy location for food pickup. The service was great! I hope I can come back for more mango sticky rice, seasonal item! read more

Duang Tawan - Panang Curry, Tom Yum Soup, Mango Sticky Rice, Thai Tea - Thai Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

This restaurant was recommended by a coworker. When we got there we were the only patrons. My sons got dry noodles and pad thai. I had the chicken Pad Woonsen, but I really liked the other 2 dishes more. We got the Thai dumplings as our appetizer. Probably the best I've had. read more

A friend and I stopped by to talk and and have a late lunch. We both ordered from the lunch special which includes a salad and spring roll. The service is quick and the staff is friendly. The place is dark which could use some more warm lighting. I will definitely revisit to try out other menu items. read more

The Thai food here is so delicious! This is a hidden gem in Baton Rouge. When I visit from out of state, we try to dine here each visit. The servers and owners are so nice. Support this local business!! read more

Okay had to update my review since my husband and I are Thai food junkies. We have now tried all the Thai options in the Baton Rouge area and Duang Tawan for sure takes the cake (or the curry I suppose...). I can definitely say the pad Thai, panang curry are the best we have had anywhere around here (the panang may be the best we have EVER had). Also the massaman curry may be my new favorite! read more

Duang Tawan - Drunken noodles lunch special (with appetizer and salad) - Thai Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Been eying this place for an opportunity to eat here for some time. I called in an order for take out. I was received warmly and was told a waiting time. Food was ready as promised. Now to the food review. We ordered the fried tofu, dumplings with meat, pad Thai, pad ped pla, and sticky mango rice. The fried tofu had a good crispness to it and the sauce went well together. The dumpling with meat is unique and compact. It had good texture, however it was a little oily, but that is to be expected with the way it's cooked. The pad Thai beef is a tale of two, the noodles or the entree were on point. However the beef was left to be desired, which in our opinion was a little over cooked /too chewy to our like. This could be personal preference. The pad ped la was the star for me, I asked for the spice to be mild, and whew it still had a good kick. The fish and the egg plant surprisingly goes very well in this dish and combine it with rice. Simply delicious! Last, was desert, the mango sticky rice, was refreshing and palate pleaser. Overall, we would dine here again, the flavor profiles were awesome and delighted my buds. read more

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I ordered the spring rolls, tom kah, and spicy basil noodles (or drunken noodles) with chicken. The tom kah was great but super watery. I've never had such watery tom kah- the consistency seemed a bit odd to me. The spring rolls were okay- they were pretty small and I felt like they were overpriced relative to the portion and taste. The spicy basil noodles were super greasy and almost unbearably spicy. I couldn't really enjoy the dish since it felt like my mouth was on fire. Also, the noodles resulted in some unpleasant and unexpected... stomach issues. I'm guessing this outcome is a result of how greasy the food was. On a positive note, I did like how fast, safe, and easy it was to pick up the to-go order. The restaurant takes ApplePay and is very COVID safe. read more

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Untill I am fortunate enough to be a baller and own a beach front villa in Thailand I'll just be over here...constantly craving a good Thai place. I crave Pad Thai all the time so when I noticed this place on my way in to Baton Rouge I knew I'd eat here and I'm so glad I did. The space is small but cozy. It truly feels like you are eating at your neighbors home. The service is beyond friendly. Our drinks were never more than 3/4 empty and the waitress who served us was so nice. My Shrimp Pad Thai was very good and I enjoyed every bite. So much so that I wanted it the next day and the next... If you're in Baton Rouge and are craving Thai Duang Tawan is a solid choice. read more

Duang Tawan - Shrimp Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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We gave Duang Tawan a try for our recent date night. We are parents of a toddler now and our village is nonexistent, therefore date nights are few and far between. We have been wanting to try this place and last night was the night. Firstly, I love the ambiance of the restaurant. It reminded me and my partner of eating at a grandparent's home. It had such a cozy and homey feel. The carved wood tables are beautiful and I love the artwork. One of the best things about it is that there is no TV and no music. We love this because all you hear is the clatter of the kitchen and the sound of others. My partner got the Panang Curry with pork. I got the Pad See Ewe with beef and we shared some spring rolls. The spring rolls were delicious and the sauce was sweet and sour. Very delicious. I enjoyed my husband's dish much more than mine. I don't like spicy foods, but it was bland. It lacked flavor. I found myself wishing it had basil or more vegetables. My husband's curry was an explosion of flavor. The medium was pretty hot, but he added more chili oil because he likes to suffer. I can't wait to return. This place is such a treasure. read more

This is the best Thai food I've ever had in my life. I ordered the Tom yum soup and the chicken with red curry and cleared it within thirty minutes. Best cure for a hangover. read more

I found my new favorite restaurant!!! It's Duang Tawan! I know it's definitely not new, but it's brand new to me! I'm sad I hadn't tried it before, especially since they'll be closed from September to November (but not until after this next upcoming weekend). The food is absolutely amazing! So much flavor and spiced to your preference! I made myself stop half way through my meal to have leftovers because I didn't want to stop eating it! Everything has deep flavor like it's been cooking for days I love all types of Asian, but this Thai restaurant has my heart We had the chicken satay appetizer (ate before I could take a pic oops ), Eggplant with chicken entree (the very best eggplant I've ever had in my life!), broccoli and sauce with chicken entree, spicy soup with beef noodle soup topped with chopped peanuts The owners and staff were so nice and so attentive! Do yourself a favor and go this week and then crave and mourn their reopening until November read more

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food and service was amazing. portion was great. very homey vibes, cute little restaurant.

The chicken Pad Thai was fantastic, probably one of the better in town. Service was quick and friendly. I wish they had fountain drinks as it's just plastic bottle drinks, but it works. read more

Duang Tawan - Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

In summary: My favorite fried rice in town!! Food: Neither me nor my friends have ever had a bad dish here. My absolute favorite entree is the Pineapple Fried Rice. You can choose which protein to add, and I get the tofu & vegetables (love that there's a vegetarian protein option!) It's the perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. My friends have gotten other dishes such as the Spicy Basil Fried Rice, Pad Thai, and Chicken Curry, and all were wonderful. Service/Atmosphere: Everyone is so nice there! We came with a group of 8 and they accommodated for us perfectly. They can also accommodate for children. They have TV on one wall but it's either quiet or muted because I don't remember hearing a loud TV. They have nice Thai-style paintings and decorations throughout the restaurant. You pay at the counter after you eat so it's easy to split the bill for a large group. I would definitely recommend Duang Tawan for a delicious Thai dinner with friends or family! :) read more

Duang Tawan - Pineapple Fried Rice with Tofu & Vegetables - Thai Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

One of my go tos for yummy Thai food ;) I always love ordering the EGGPLANT entree with chicken. The dish is very flavorful and every bite is amazing with the right amount of meat and vegetables. You have an option to adjust the spiciness. I tend to not be able to take too spicy but when I feel adventurous I choose the medium spiciness and it's always the right amount of spicy. *Every entree comes with a bowl of rice and you can order them with different meats and vegetarian option (tofu/vegetables, chicken, beef, pork, duck, and fish) My husband always orders the PINEAPPLE CURRY where he always chooses duck. He loves ordering it at the spiciest level and it tends to kick his butt but he loves butt. I've also had their TOM YUM SOUP which comes out hot which I love!! Their PAD THAI and PAD SEE EW is also yummy. Again you can adjust the spiciness but if there you chose it to not be spicy, it's just the right sweet flavor. The staff is always so friendly and welcoming. I feel like I'm coming over to my grandmas for comfort food. *Baby friendly with high chair! read more

Duang Tawan - Eggplant entree with chicken - Thai Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

A haiku for review: "is this good Thai food? /there's a picture of a king/ taste buds are happy!" My friend (his mother is Thai) has a rule of thumb for telling if a Thai place is authentic, and it is to look if there is a picture of the king of Thailand. I definitely searched and found some regal looking fellows on the walls, so hopefully that's a good sign! Either way it was delicious. The customer service is great and so great to our party of 12. You can customize your spice level with your waiter ("a couple tears? Drenched in sweat? A little kick?") which is a nice bonus :) Highly recommend!!! read more

Duang Tawan - Here is Pad See Ewe with fried tofu (yum!!) with the spice level as "a nice little kick" (the waiter's words). I liked it! - Thai Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Visited this place on a whim, looking for a Thai restaurant to have a late lunch with girlfriends and this place was the only one available after 2. I was not disappointed. The prices were reasonable and the portions were great for lunch size. The spices were exactly how I like it and the food had a very fresh taste. read more

Duang Tawan - Shrimp pad woonseen (lunch special/Thai spicy) - Thai Near Me - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Not much to write home about here - the service was good and friendly, and the red curry noodles is the hottest dish I've ever eaten (I ordered medium; can't imagine how hot "Thai hot" would be). The Thai dumplings were not good. The filling was a meatball that tasted like boiled hamburger with no seasoning. But the dipping sauce was good. Spicy basil noodles were okay, tasted like peanutty pad thai. The red curry noodles were too hot to have any real flavor, but had the look and feel of everyday stir-fry with noodles, except they were swimming in red curry sauce. Like I said, the service was good. Appeared to be a family operation where they understand their livelihood depends on good service. When it's my turn to choose a place for lunch, I probably would not choose this place, but if someone wants to take me out or the group chooses this, I'd go again. If you know what "Thai hot" means, and you like fire-in-the-hole chicken wings, then go for it. Otherwise, order mild and enjoy the flavors. UPDATE: ordered Massaman curry, medium. Not nearly as hot as the previous "medium" dish I had. I'm pretty sure my first order was hotter than intended. My son ordered a "hot" noodle dish today that was more like the "medium" I had last time. If the "medium" I had today was representative, then it was much like you'd expect. Then again...maybe they are just not consistent?? read more