One of my favorite Thai restaurants outside in Philly. The food, service and atmosphere make Grandmas Philly a great restaurant experience (as well as delivery/take-out). I will head over this weekend! :) read more

Had a reservation for 1PM on Saturday. It was very busy inside. Service is slow because there was only one server. Everything was lukewarm warm and did not come out hot. I liked the flavor of the khao soi, but did not like that it was pulled chicken. Would have preferred a traditional chicken drum stick. The crispy chives were not crispy at all. The crispy stir fried pork belly was good. Drunken noodles were not flavorful enough, just spicy. Very instagram-able inside with the decor. read more

Grandmas Philly - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

So underwhelming Meatballs were the stand out dish Tom kha was shameful* *literally no flavor and tons of undercooked vegetables. read more

Grabbed takeout from Grandmas Thai tonight. Restaurant was super cute inside, would be a great cozy date spot. Picking up was super easy too. While we enjoyed the Khao Soi, the drunken noodle was just okay. Would skip the sautéed veggies, this is pretty bit or miss anywhere but wasn't my favorite. I think I have other places I prefer. However, would definitely go back to try some other things on their menu! read more

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This was such a neat place!!! Before you even come in, it looks super cute from outside & once you go in, it's even more amazing! It's unique, cozy, clean, and it smells really good. The waiter was super nice & helpful with helping us understand the dishes & what to order. The food was great! Especially the sticky rice!!! This was my first time trying it & I want more!!! read more

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We got a reservation and were served pretty quickly. The food was flavorful but the portions could have been larger especially with the chicken. The interior is cute and romantic! There was enough leftover curry for another meal or two after the two of us finished. read more

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def get a res bc this place gets busy but lives up to the hype! Our table loved the duck and the penang curry. The pad see ew was a little too sweet for me, but enjoyed the crispy pork read more

Grandmas Philly - Pad Si Ew - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Slow service and mostly greasy food. But other than that a good place . Only late night food places around the area.

My daughter and I came here on a whim. We were seated promptly without reservations. Surprisingly, it was packed due to restaurant week in Philly. U-T was our server and she was exceptional. Josh, another server, also helped us as well. Service was a little slow, but given the circumstances of every table being filled, that was perfectly fine. Everything we've had was delicious. I ordered the curry duck on the go and that was delightful. Highly recommend and will definitely be back! read more

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My husband made reservations for us to eat here for Valentine's Day and I was so excited because Grandmas has been on my list to try! I am so glad he made reservations because it was packed! We got seated and the hostess mentioned that since it's Valentine's Day we had an hour and 15 minute limit to eat. Which for us was fine because we wanted to eat and get home. It was super cramped where they sat us. You can see that every space in that restaurant was used. I wasn't a fan of the seating due to just feeling super close to the other couples. I ordered the chicken Pad Thai and my husband ordered the beef Kra Prow and both were AMAZING! The Kra Prow was delicious and flavorful. The Pad Thai was too good! I haven't had such good pad Thai in a very long time. We're so glad we came to try this out and we cannot wait to order takeout from here in the future! read more

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Tasty dishes with tons of flavor, but service is definitely slow! My friends and I had a reservation for 7:30pm on a Sunday. We checked in on time and were only seated by 8pm. Our server was friendly and efficient, but our dishes all came out at random times which wasn't ideal. To drink, I ordered the Thai-Teani, which was perfectly tart and sweet! For apps we had the Veggie Spring Rolls and the Chive Cakes. Both were delicious! I highly recommend the chive cakes -- super crispy and chewy with a spicy, savory sauce. For my main I ordered the Khao Soi, which was so incredibly flavorful and perfectly spiced! If you're in between a noodle or curry dish, this is the one for you! Can't wait to try more menu options! read more

Grandmas Philly - Thai-Teani - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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I was recommended to try this place from a friend, and it did not disappoint! The food was so flavorful and great to share around the table. Our server was also very kind and knowledgeable about the menu. I'll definitely be back! read more

Grandmas Philly - Pad Si Ew - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Everything. Is. Delicious! My sister brought me here straight off the plane and I was so thrilled. The lettuce wraps and curry puffs were to die for. She got the pad Thai and I got pad si ew and they were both delicious! I got a spice level one but could probably go for two. The inside dining area was full so we sat outside, but would recommend the indoor seating because it looked so nice and cozy. 100% coming back again! read more

The food and service were wonderful. There was a wait even though we had a reservation. We got the drunken noodle, papaya salad, and pad Thai and they were great. We got mango sticky rice for dessert and it was amazing. Very happy with our experience. The ambiance was dark and moody which was great. read more

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Pad Thai was pretty good. Got it takeout but definitely want to come inside and sit next time. Was a little pricier than expected but still the food was good, definitely better Thai places out there in Philly read more

The Panang curry was silky and rich. Drunken noodles came out with quite the kick, but didn't quite have the nice char to it. Eggplant was alright. Service was attentive despite the crowd. Not the quietest spot for an intimate meal. read more

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My family and I were looking for a spot to have lunch after spending a few hours at F1 arcade. I found Grandma's on Google and it had great reviews so we took our chances and walked in. I love food served tapas style. I find myself eating less because I know it's being shared with everyone. Our server was Vlad. He didn't check on us much, but was a nice man. Not only was he waiting on several tables, but he was greeting customers at the front and answering phone calls. I understand he may have been busy. We started with the veggie spring rolls. They were crunchy and the edamame was prominent. I liked the dipping sauce they came with. My favorite dish in terms of shared plates was the Pad Thai. It was flavorful. The drunken noodles were a bit too spicy for me and the stir fried eggplant was somewhat bland. Lots of veggies mixed in. The portions were generous and everything was reasonably priced for Center City. I enjoyed dining in the lovely atmosphere and having a wide selection of food to choose from. read more

Grandmas Philly - Stir fried Spicy Garlic Eggplant with Soybean, Drunken Noodles and Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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I am stoked to provide an update and am so glad I gave Grandmas another try. The menu has been revamped both in the form of items but also the menu book itself. The menu is literally a stocky book. It illustrates if something has an allergen which was a concern with my last visit. The service was really good as well, the server was easy to flag and was super sweet. We got a table for six around lunchtime on a Sunday relatively quickly, we had to wait roughly 15 minutes. Crab rangoons - you get 5 for $15 which may seem like a lot but these are the best crab rangoons I have ever had, they use fresh crab, none of the imitation stuff Rad-na mhee krob , pad thai, pad kee mao drunken noodles and pad si ew were all excellent options with generous portions! Grandma's Philly's spice level 1-5 doesn't just bring the heat, it brings the flavor. I liked how they had a QR code to pay via Apple Pay. read more

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Nice Thai restaurant on Walnut and 13th Street. We made the reservation and were seated right away. The inside decoration is pretty nice and spacy. We are no Thai food experts, but the menu contains a pretty good variety of foods. We ordered the papaya salad (spicy level 2, refreshing and delicious); Fried Calamari (standard fare), meat balls (OK, nothing too special) and Chicken Wings with Saratha sauce (crispy and tasty). For main dishes, we had the curry noodle and Thai basil with shrimp; both are well flavored. One small complaint is none of their phone numbers work; one keeps on bring us to the voice mail and then said mail box is full; the other is AI and can't do anything and just redirect us to the voice mail number. read more

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Came here on a Thursday night and luckily we didn't need to wait to get seated. I think we got lucky because on our way out we saw there was a line. We ordered three main dishes, the crabmeat fried rice, the khao soi and the ratchada duck. Our favorite dish was the fried rice. There was plenty of crab meat and the sauce added a nice tang to the dish. The khao soi was probably our least favorite - there was not a lot of noodles and lots of wontons that became soggy. The broth was also on the thicker side and was not like the consistencies we were accustomed to. Duck was great, was nice and crispy with plenty of meat and veggies. Our server was great and very nice. Atmosphere was ok. I think it would be nice to have aesthetic that pairs well with the food. For example, more decor or furniture that plays homage to Thailand. It seems like they were going for a modern look but it missed the mark and seemed disconnected to the food and experience. read more

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Food missed my expectation so probably I won't come back. I ordered thai pork dumpling and was expecting those steamed blue flower shaped dumplings but they brought out these fried meatballs, and I confirmed with the waiter that this was indeed thai pork dumpling. This is my least favorite dish too, flavor is just off and also a little spicy. The chicken satay is not very moist and the dipping sauce doesn't have enough peanut flavor imo. The pineapple is okay but it is not served in a pineapple :( This place gets pretty crowded during dinner time I believe. read more

Grandmas Philly - Thai dumpling Chicken satay - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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The best Pad See Ew I've ever had! The noodles were so soft and delicious and the tiny sprinkle of fried shallots (I think) gave it a surprising crunch. We loved all our dishes and had friendly service. I enjoyed my Thai iced coffee too. Next time I'll try the chiffon cake & a cocktail. I'll definitely be back! I loved the decor and anime's. read more

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This place is popping when we walked in. If you are looking for a quiet evening, this is not it. We were welcomed with EDM music and Bruce Willis trying to save the world in Armageddon (screened on the wall). It was sensory galore lol. Family enjoyed it though, nonetheless. Food here is absolutely flavor forward. If you are adventurous and not shy from exotic flavors, this place is up your alley. Since we had a big group, it was nice to order and share via family style. Our server really pulled through and helped us navigate several request which is always welcomed. We had a few picky eaters but managed everyone's request. Space is a bit tight but it's expected with larger groups. They have booths and smaller tables. I would recommend this place for groups of 6 or less to get comfortable seatings. They did accommodate our group of 14 which was amazing on a Friday night. Favorite Dishes: - Papaya Salad - Fried Calamari - Sami UA (Northern Style Sausage) - Khao Soi - Curry Noodles - Crabmeat Fried Rice - Pad Si Ew Overall, family enjoyed the food, experience (was interesting but fun), and the service. Looking forward to visiting the establishment again next time we are in town. read more

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Big lover of Thai food so I anted to check this place out. Inside is quaint and very cute with lighting, decor, and flowers on every table which I always appreciate. Our server was very pleasant and high energy. We made an early 5:15 Saturday dinner reservation and good thing we did because the place ended up being pretty packed starting around 5:45. I like the menu and there's a fun list of cocktails as well. I highly recommend the Hot Grandma if you like a spicy tequila beverage. I ordered the Tom Yum soup with tofu, the pad si ew with tofu and my partner ordered the drunken noodle with pork. The soup was phenomenal. Probably could have ordered it a higher spice level. Both of our noodle dishes were delicious and very filling for the portion, just enough for the both of us. Again I could have ordered the spice level for my dish a little higher, as I did 3 for mine. My only reason for 4 out of 5 stars is because after the food came, our server never came back to check in or see if we needed another drink. I also don't blame her because right as we were eating about 5 other tables were seated so again it was a hectic dinner rush. Really looking forward to coming back again. read more

Grandmas Philly - Pad Si Ew - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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We ordered take out from here one night and the food was amazing!!! Highly recommend! I am a thai food snob and like the noodles and curries a certain way and these exceeded my expectations. When I went to pick up the food, the place was packed and had a fun vibe! I would love to dine in and I am sure the food/experience will be even better! read more

I love Thai food and am always on the lookout for some good pad Thai when I'm traveling. During a recent trip to Philly, we found that Grandmas Philly was pretty close to our hotel so we went and checked it out. They were pretty busy inside but we were able to get a table outside right away. Our server was super nice and attentive and the food came out quickly. Everything was tasty and we really enjoyed it. We actually wound up coming back another trip during our trip! read more

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Walked in after the theater, without reservations were seated right away. The service was quick and everything we ordered was fresh and excellent. Would definitely recommend. The location is perfect for pre or post theater. read more

Grandmas Philly - Pad see Yew, spring rolls and crispy pork belly stir fry. - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The atmosphere was really intimate and cool. The service was kind and quick even though they were super busy on a Saturday night. The food was awesome, but the menu was a bit confusing on portion size, so it was very easy to over order. Be careful with the drink menu, they don't include the fees for the liquor, so my drink was listed as $16 and it came out to $21.45 on the bill, which was almost the same price as my entree and I never would have ordered that. The drink was watery and small so not worth $21.45. So I would just avoid that part and stick to a glass of wine. The food was delicious and I would be back for that!! Best crab rangoons I've ever had!! read more

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one of many thai restaurants less than 5 minutes away from each other in center city. grandmas is dimly lit with modern decor, and the food is solid. my friend and i came pivoted here for lunch by chance when miss saigon was closed. we shared the crispy chive, i had the tom yum noodles, and she had the drunken noodles. i really enjoyed the crispy chive, it's one of my favorite thai appetizers, and grandmas didn't disappoint. it was crisp and the perfect amount of unami. the tom yum noodles were good, but not as soup-y as i personally would've liked -- it was more of a curry consistency. there were a lot of noodles though, and i had leftovers for another meal. overall, we had a good lunch. the food is decent though not cheap. the area is challenging since there are so many other great restaurants nearby, including other thai restaurants. service was fast, though our mains came out at different times which felt like poor planning and created a little bit of an awkward wait. i'm not in a rush to come back. read more

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This spot was recommended by a friend and I'm so glad I went! I had their pad see ew, tom yum, chicken satay and papaya salad. My favorite was definitely the papaya salad and the roti that came with the satay. These were so flavorful and i definitely left full and satisfied. The chewiness on the pad see ew was perfect to me but my only wish was that the vegetables were cut smaller but that is a small detail. If I'm ever in the area again, I would come back! read more

Grandmas Philly - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

It was a unique experience. You wouldn't know that you're stepping into a Thai restaurant, which usually has traditional decor and music. It felt more like a club to me, with ambient lighting, modern decor, Armageddon projected on the wall, and EDM playing in the background. Now, the food was really good! Our family of 14 ordered plenty of dishes that there was enough leftover for a delicious breakfast, which we enjoyed much more than our hotel offerings (we were tourists, btw). The highlights for me were the khao soi, crispy pork fried rice, and pad see ew. I did not interact directly with the servers, but heard no complaints from the family. The only downside was how loud the EDM music was. I would highly recommend this place if you don't mind that. read more

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I didn't think this was a Thai place when I looked up the name. It's small plates and shareable plates. We had the drunken noodles, curry puffs, Northern Thai sausage and spring rolls. Everything was delicious and really enjoyed the curry puffs. The ambiance is good and the service was good until our waiter left for your day. No one really took over and I needed more water but no one refilled it. We also needed containers for our leftover food and our check and again we didn't know who our replacement waiter. read more

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I went there in the early afternoon at around 2pm. There were only a few customers inside at that time. I ordered a Thai Tea and a Khao Soi. Both were really delicious, but the waiting time was too long (perhaps half an hour), especially when it was not rushing hour. Decorating inside was wonderful. read more

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Found this online close to my hotel and so glad I ventured out on a cold night -- the decor and overall feel of the place was inviting and comfortable, the service was second to none and the food -- YUMMY! Everything was fresh and tasty-- the seasonal Sangria hit the spot! Lived it all and encourage folks to come over and enjoy it! read more

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Exceptional and authentic Thai food in a small, inviting downtown Philly space. We sat at the bar which hosts ~8 seats and had a nice bartender who served our drinks quickly and had lots of great menu recommendations. We had the Calamari and Curry Puff appetizers. Both were really good and the Curry Puffs were the standout winner for me - Calamari was my friends fav. The Curry Puffs were packed with so much flavor, super flaky exterior and so fragrant. They were served with quick pickled veg / peppers and definitely a 'if i was stranded on a desert island' food pick. I had the Drunken Noodles at spice level 3 which was a perfect amount of heat as we had a night of drinking ahead of us! read more

Grandmas Philly - Drunken Noodles - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Food was 9.5 Service was 8.5 Ambiance was 8.0 Food was great atmosphere was perfect. Bathroom can use a little work, but overall the food was mine blowing good. read more

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Grandma's is about as good as most basic Thai restaurants get, but the main issue is inconsistency. The desserts were all pretty blah -- we had both the mango sticky rice and the fried ice cream and regretted even bothering with them. The tom kha was really good, but it lacked any real flavor from kaffir lime and lemongrass, which marred it. We ordered the pork belly at spice level 4 (out of 5), but it had barely any kick. That said, some of the other dishes were exceptionally good, especially the curry noodles and the Ratchada duck. Overall, we liked it and would go back again -- we just wish the experience were more consistent. read more

Grandmas Philly - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This restaurant was decorated so beautifully. The atmosphere was intimate and the food was delicious. Everything was seasoned well. The tom kha had plenty of veg/mushrooms, the panang paired well with the rice, and the pad si ew is always a hit. Since the restaurant is so popular, definitely make a reservation! And hopefully get a table far from the front entrance, because it got chilly having people come in and out all night. read more

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The decor and service were top notch. I wasn't in love with the menu selection, but those who want to mix it up with various tapas it may be a delightful change of pace. They had items like meatballs and thai basil etc. We tried the curry dishes, very generous sizes. read more

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This restaurant is beautiful! The atmosphere and decor definitely draws you in. We had reservations for 9pm for 4 on a Friday night and the place was packed. We did have to wait 12 minutes for our table. It's on the pricier side but portions were pretty good. We shared the crab flutes, the sauce with that was my favorite! I had the Pad Thai and decided to add crab to it. They put lots of it and had good texture which was great but the flavor of the crab lacked flavor. The Pad Thai was also on the sweeter side and I prefer it more subtle. My husband had the Massaman curry and he liked it. My sister had the ratchada duck and she also approved. I had a taste of the sauce and it was as described. My brother had the Thai basil with chicken and it was good. read more

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