There's an old saying that you shouldn't judge a book by its cover. I'd like to update that for the…read moremodern era by saying don't judge a Thai restaurant by the number of Minions on the shelves. Thai Smile isn't trying to impress anyone with its interior. It's a casual little spot where you order at the counter, grab a seat, and let the food do the talking. The decor is an eclectic mix of Minion collectibles and what I can only describe as "yard sale chic." Somehow, instead of feeling cluttered, it just feels comfortable. Judging by the steady stream of takeout orders while I was there, the locals have already figured out what matters. And what matters is the food. I stopped in for a casual business lunch and ordered the Kua Kai. The noodles were perfectly cooked, the chicken was tender, everything tasted incredibly fresh, and the presentation was honestly much more elegant than I expected from such an unassuming little restaurant. It looked like someone genuinely cared about what landed on the plate, and it tasted that way too The person I was having lunch with actually lives in the area but had never been there before. By the end of the meal, she was already talking about coming back. Is this your anniversary dinner destination? Probably not. But if you've been together long enough that neither of you feels the need to impress the other with fancy light fixtures and reclaimed barn wood, you're going to have a fantastic meal. For me, this is an easy recommendation. Great food, friendly service, and proof that sometimes the best restaurants spend a little less money decorating the shelves and a little more effort perfecting what's on the plate.

We tried a couple new dishes - Kra Praw Kai Dao with grilled Ribeye and Pra Ram with Shrimp. Both…read morewere prepared 'Mild' because I'm a Spice Baby (according to my family). We finished every morsel!! So good. We also order Chicken Pop for my grandson; he loves it! The peanut sauce for the Summer Rolls is to die for!

Came back today for a quick bite to eat. Thought I'd try the A2 Fried Vegetable Spring Rolls. They…read moreare very good and so is the Thai Ice Tea!!! She's always willing to go the distance in service and I enjoy talking to her. It was dead so I got to eat in peace before walking home. It's just across the street from my house like 200 yards, lol Easy access for great food Come visit this place and tell her Cindi sent you

An easy to miss, low key vibes (#1) Thai eatery along a stretch in the main strip SE McLaughlin,…read moreChang Thai was not my initial first Thai choice (#2) in this area. But unlike the other spot, it was open, not busy, and provided one of the most stellar experiences I've had in a long time. The interior is surprisingly spacious, in that they could afford many more seating options, but have elected to have the seats spread far apart. The vibe is hardly pretentious and has the feel of a family owned and operated spot. One of the initial recommendations was their red curry with peanut sauce and it didn't disappoint. There was a bit of heat and plenty of flavor with every bite. The pad see yu was excellent, had good texture, and was almost too easy to eat. Another highlight was their wings, which were juicy and very fresh. Their larb salad was refreshing and had just enough sourness from the vinegar for it to be among the favorites in our group. Washing it all down with some excellent Thai iced teas was a perfect capper. So good that I ordered another round. Customer service is very warm and familial. They were excellent about bringing out the food and making fabulous recommendations. While I had another place in my sights, I feel so fortunate to have come across this spot. It's the best kind of accident, one that bears repeating again and again. ____________ (#1) Also known as the entire city of Milwaukie. (#2) Buathong, but they were closed. My money now goes to Chang Thai and I'm not mad at it.

Great food but they always close early and are never open at their posted times. I've tried to come…read morea total of now 5 times with my girlfriend and they shut down early every single time

Delicious food, a great menu, and incredibly friendly staff!…read moreI visit Corner 14 most days of the week, and the only time I don't eat at Krua Bangkok is on Tuesdays--because that's the one day they're closed.

Appetizer was sticky rice but it went down well. Weather was hot but they allowed my own hydration…read morejug just the same. Servings were massive and I then walked out like a drunken skunk. Thai noodles were long yet firm. Spaghetti ain't nothing like that! I'll be sure to go there again & browse the $

the owners here are the sweetest most hard working and make sure to accommodate to their customers…read moreneeds, they work above and beyond to make sure you have what you need and don't make you wait a second too long. The whole vibe at this establishment is like walking into your grandmas house. It's so welcoming, the smells of the food and the music every aspect of this business can't be described in words. Not to mention the food, the food comes out exactly like the image. I ordered the pad Thai and iced green tea, as someone who is very stubborn on the food I eat this was the first time I sat down and couldn't drop my fork. The chicken is perfectly cooked the whole dish was astonishing for its prices. As a whole this establishment this is one of my go to places for its food, ambience and the friendliness I receive. I cannot fathom the words please do yourself a favor and try this out yourself.

Buathong is a small, quiet but charming and very clean restaurant. Their Thai food is…read moreoutstanding,with very fresh ingredients, richly flavorfu Thai saucesl and substantial. I particularly appreciate that their sauces are way more generous than ALL other ethnic restaurants I've tried. The win goes to the warm, welcoming personalities of owners, Paul and Nancy!,

Buathong Thai definitely makes our top 5 Thai restaurants in Oregon. Do not pass this restaurant…read moreup, you'll regret it! The prices may turn you off at first, $20-$25 a plate, in this economy, eww... BUT Buathong does you a solid by making that $20/plate stretch. Trust me when I say, as a recently pregnant woman, currently breastfeeding hungry madwoman, the plates are easily 3-4 servings per order! This place is amazing like that... Now to the good stuff- the must orders. Pad Thai! Whether you get it with their crying tiger beef or just chicken, their pad thai is absolutely delicious! The dish is always consistent and the flavor board is spot on. I hate super sweet tasting pad thai, and Buathong lays in on the smokey, subtly saucy, perfectly sweet and sour flavors of what a pad thai dish is supposed to taste like. Their thai pho is also cooked to perfection with plenty of melt in your mouth beef cuts. Papaya salad? Refreshing, flavorful, and leaves you feeling guiltless. Honestly, I can't say enough good things about this restaurant. From the amazing food to the friendly service, this restaurant is a no-brained for us when we're in the Milwaukie area.

So flavorful and fantastic. Great spot in the Safeway shopping center towards the back/side…read more Water on the table and cold canned Diet Coke for me! The shrimp fresh rolls were the best I've ever had in my life. Seriously. So flavorful. Tasty peanut dipping sauce. Also ordered pineapple rice with chicken and shrimp. Wow!! Delicious. Has raisins, pineapple and a hint of yellow curry taste. You can ask for mild of spicy. Will be back again and again.

Very friendly place as others have mentioned. We had the chicken fried rice and pad see ew lunch…read morespecials; both were delicious, gluten-free, and good portions. Typical Thai restaurant atmosphere.

Yummy food, good drinks, nice wine/beer selection, cozy atmosphere, and friendly staff. We've been…read morea few times and had noodle and rice dishes and their pho makes for a great warm-up in the winter!

Amazing service and amazing staff with tasty food every time. We love their Bun dishes and curries!…read moreIt's always really nice and clean in there.

We ordered a large take out order from this cute Thai restaurant yesterday and ate at a nearby…read morelocal park. Call it a Thai family picnic! The food was pretty amazing...fresh, flavorful, and spicy (as requested). It was a home run! Standout dishes: Coconut shrimp, Penang curry (beef), spicy basil fried rice with chicken, and pad kee mao (no broccoli) with chicken. I would give them all 5/5. If I lived within 30 minutes of Lake Oswego, I would be eating at White Orchid once a month. You need to check this place out!

If you're looking for a cute, cozy Thai spot, White Orchid Thai Cuisine definitely checks most of…read morethe boxes. The atmosphere is warm and inviting perfect for a relaxed meal with friend. The Pad Thai was a great option, coming out generously portioned and practically spilling from the bowl. It was packed with flavor and super satisfying, though I personally would have loved just a little extra zing to really take it over the top. The Thai iced tea completely stole the show, sweet, creamy, and incredibly refreshing. Our server was kind and attentive, helping us right away even while juggling a phone order. Plus, the food came out quickly. This thai spot I s a solid choice with great flavors, generous portions, and welcoming service. While I might not go out of my way to make a special trip, I'd absolutely return if I were in the area again.

Ever since at started working in West Linn, this has been my go to spot. Besides the food, their…read moremusic selection is not bad either. Not the typical traditional Thai music that you hear at other restaurants. The Drunken noodles are my favorite but the Pad Thai and Udon Pad Thai are just as good. Prices aren't affordable. Service is always fast and it's rare that it gets crowded when I come (usually around 12:30pm - 2pm). Try the Iced Green Tea Latte. If you like Thai iced tea, you'll love this drink. Only downside is parking. Occasionally it can be pretty busy. I would suggest driving around a few times until a spot will opens up. It's also in the same lot as the liquor store in case you need a stiffer drink afterwards.

I like the food here overall, but the hours are strange. Many time when I've tried to come here…read morethey are closed. Their hours are scratched off the window, so there is no way to tell when they are supposed to be open. I have figured out they are closed Mondays. Also seems they close at other random times. Even though the food is decent, there are so many other choices for Asian type food in West Linn. Driving over here to eat and having the business constantly closed gets frustrating. When I am able to get in here to eat, the staff are sometimes friendly and other times somewhat rude.

Fantastic all meat pho special giant sized. It was mid afternoon and I needed to catch up on some…read moresleep so I knew this was going to be my final meal for the day and wanted some leftovers.. pretty much two meals worth of food. Maybe three. Nice staff.

I haven't eaten inside the restaurant, but I made an order to-go of Chicken Pad Thai and it was…read moretasty. When I ordered the Pad Thai over the phone I asked for medium spice, yet the Pad Thai itself had no spice at all. When picking up my order a staff member asked if I liked spicy though, and gave me an extra container of spicy sauce which was appreciated. The mint leaves were also a really nice touch that I don't often get with Pad Thai. My order was ready quickly, and the staff was pleasant. The restaurant was also pretty full which is always a good sign, but there was no music or ambient sound occurring which was somehow kind of eerie. Based on ambiance of the restaurant, I probably wouldn't dine-in but with the niceness of the staff and tastiness of the food, I would definitely order to-go again and recommend to others!