Came here for the lunch special. I got a yellow chicken curry with rice and a thai tea for $17.95 before tax and tip! The drink only comes with the special if you dine in. I ordered my curry hot and was pleasantly surprised that it actually had a good kick and made me sweat. Most places I go to don't ever make it spicy enough. The curry was really flavorful and the portion size could easily feed two! Like massive. Definitely not enough rice compared to curry. The thai tea was really refreshing and the perfect drink for my meal. Appreciated that it wasn't overly sweet. There was one server holding it down when I came during Monday around noon. There was about 5 parties including myself and she was very efficient. I was able to dine in and get out of there within 30 minutes. The place is very casual. read more

Khaosan Thai - Lunch Special: Chicken Yellow Curry w/ Rice + Thai Tea ($17.95) - Thai Near Me - San Jose, California

Khaosan Thai is located near valleyfair and has an extensive menu of thai food from different regions of thailand. The food here was pretty good but a little too flavorful for my preference. Parking: Lot of plaza parking Service: Super nice folks here read more

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Thai food is one of my favorite types of food. The best Thai food is almost addictive during the course of the meal - you want to go into shovel mode and just start getting the mini-forklift to cram the food into your mouth, it can be so good. Sadly, this isn't one of those places. As the 3 star rating suggests, it's "OK". The service is friendly, the food comes quickly, it includes a drink with the meal. So all that is good/positive. But, at least for my palette, the seasoning/taste just wasn't special or on par with what I'd consider to be "very good" Thai food. It's fine - I had no problem finishing the meal. But I didn't "enjoy" it per se - I just more or less ate it because it was there and wasn't bad at all. But my standard for Thai food is pretty high, so maybe it'll meet some people's standards. The place was decorated plainly and looked fine, but again, nothing special. But that's not really important to me, it's all about the food and this didn't really meet my standard. read more

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Two of us came here for lunch around 1pm on Friday. Parking was easy and the restaurant wasn't busy. Decor was simple and service was friendly and super efficient. I had the Pad See Ew with chicken and a Thai Iced Tea, which was included with the Lunch Special. The Thai Iced Tea was ok, but somehow it had a slight metallic taste of tap water. The entrees came out surprisingly fast. The portion size and flavor of the Pad See Ew was not bad, except that it was too salty. My husband didn't seem to care for his Red Curry either. Not sure if I would come back again. read more

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Huge portion sizes (family style). Great service and cozy restaurant! Staff is very friendly. read more

Khaosan Thai - Pad See Ew and Tom Kha - Thai Near Me - San Jose, California

Super tasty pineapple fried rice with chicken and added tofu! Generous portion size and super friendly staff! I did feel like it was missing some salt but overall it was very good and definitely share size! I took mine to go but do they offer limited seating. They made their own in house spice that I would caution use if you're not a fan of spicy bc it kicks! read more

Khaosan Thai - Pineapple Fried Rice - Thai Near Me - San Jose, California

Exceptional service, checked in on us, refilled water, boxing of food. Pad Thai 4/5 Khao Soi 4/5 Green curry 2/5 bland and no flavor, but spicy Overall 3.5/5 but round up for the great service Cozy seating area, limited plaza parking, glass window into the kitchen Thanks! read more

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The menu has different items I typically do not see at other Thai restaurants. The variety is nice. Service was pretty good and so was the food. We'd definitely go back. read more

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I ordered the Pad Thai (seafood) and Pad See Ew (shrimp), and the total came out to about $50. Unfortunately, both dishes were pretty underwhelming. Everything tasted just okay, very mediocre overall. The Pad See Ew had a weird bitter aftertaste that made it hard to enjoy. The Pad Thai was also disappointing; the noodles were clumped together and lacked flavor. We didn't finish either dishes. For the price, I expected much better quality and taste. Probably wouldn't come back. read more

Khaosan Thai - Pad thai (seafood) - Thai Near Me - San Jose, California

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The worst waitstaff experience I've ever had was at this restaurant. If I could give zero stars I would. The women with braids was particularly hostile and rude. My family arrived a bit before 8 pm with a party of 10. I knew it was a large party an hour before closing, and the restaurant was packed, so we gave them some grace. However, the women proceeded to be hostile and berate multiple people in my party, for asking questions about the menu. I understand a language barrier could be the reasoning for this but any attempt to clarify what we needed was met with hostile interactions. My boyfriend asked if a dish came with rice, and she scolded him for it. My older sister asked for recommendations on shareable meat entrees, and she scolded and yelled at her, saying, "No, you tell me what you want, and I'll tell you if it's good." After that, she walked over to the register and started talking shit about my family in Thai, thinking I couldn't understand. She brazenly threw in a few English words like "annoying" and "so rude" while aggressively pointing at our table. I was ready to walk out, but I decided to stay as everyone was hungry. When the food finally arrived, the larb was burnt so badly that nobody wanted to eat it. When we finished our meal and were ready to leave, the same person was getting offended that we didn't want to take the poorly made food to go. She became increasingly upset that we didn't take the food. Overall, it was a terrible experience. I highly do not recommend eating here. read more

Crispy pork belly was good and tasted different with 3 different sauce. The stir-fried eggplants were a bit crispy (very nice) but a bit salty. Rice was kind of sticky kind- quite filling. It was very special to be served in the Bamboo material container. The staff were friendly. There were outdoor and indoor tables available. There was a big glass to see in their kitchen read more

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Small restaurant and you can hear conversations from the other side of the room. I enjoyed the shrimp tom kha soup. It had a slightly spicy kick to it. The roti came with dipping sauce and diced cucumber (slightly pickled). Beef pad see ew came with eggs, where most of the salt/flavor was seeped into, and the beef was a bit dry for my liking. Service was quick? but I didn't enjoy our plates being moved/touched after we've already eaten from them and after a server had been moving tables. read more

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The moment we sat down and looked at the menu, we probably should have left. The restaurant was uncomfortably warm, and even the bathroom felt like a sauna. Unfortunately, the food didn't improve the experience. The papaya salad was served warm, which made it much less appetizing, and even the drinking water was served at room temperature despite how hot the restaurant was. We had to ask if the Thai boat noodles were available, which in hindsight should have been a sign to skip them--they ended up being the worst dish we ordered. The khao soi was probably the only dish that stood out in a positive way. The fried fish was decent, but I wish the sauce had been served on the side because it overpowered the fish instead of complementing it. The crispy pork was also just okay--nothing memorable. The service was fine, but it's surprising that the staff doesn't seem to recognize how uncomfortable the temperature is inside the restaurant. At the very least, guests should be served ice-cold water to help offset the heat. Overall, we won't be returning. It doesn't hit the spot and may appeal more to diners who are less familiar with traditional Thai cuisine and its flavor profile. read more

Delicious Thai food with a comfortable and dog friendly outdoor patio! We went on a Saturday afternoon and there was no line. We ordered the roti, crispy pork belly, sausage, Laos style papaya salad, and a khao soi to share between 3 people. All of the food was absolutely delicious but we felt like the portions were a little small for the price. The pork belly and sausage were both ~ $23 and didn't come with as many pieces as we thought it would. This was some of the crispiest roti I've ever had! I loved the curry dipping sauce on the side and the nice crunch of the cucumbers. The pork belly was slightly overcooked, a little hard but the flavors were great! The sausage tasted house made, it had a great tang to it and I loved the variety of dipping sauce. We ordered extra spicy/hot for the Laos papaya salad but it was definitely medium. The khao soi was very comforting on a cold day and the broth was rich and creamy. I'd definitely come back if I was in the area! read more

Khaosan Thai - Thai Near Me - San Jose, California

We were looking for a late night dinner spot when we landed on Khaosan Thai, and I liked it sooo much more than I thought I would going into it haha. Service was quick and friendly, and everything we ordered was delicious! The food highlights: + Chicken Satay (3/5) ($16): Comes with 4 skewers and toast. The chicken was good but missed that grilled "char" flavor I was hoping for. The sauce it came with helped to elevate it though. + Roti (5/5) ($12): The texture of the roti here was craaaazy. I'm always here for a good crunch and this had it! My only con was how small the curry sauce container was lol. Hard to share + dip + Curry Puffs (4.5/5) ($12): Comes with 3. The puffs were nice and flakey and the filling was packed with a punch of flavor! + Ka-praw (5/5) ($22): We got the beef one. This was SOOO good! The flavors were bold and peppery. I think if you order this, you have to get rice since since it does have a good kick lol. Ambiance-wise, it does feel a bit compact here; I'd probably get takeout in the future. Food came out quickly and service was friendly! read more

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I came here during my lunch break looking to enjoy some Thai food, but unfortunately, the customer service was extremely disappointing. I spent about $20 on my meal and specifically requested my food in a to-go container because I planned to eat some of it there and take the leftovers with me. Apparently, that was a problem. The staff became upset and told me I wasn't allowed to eat inside simply because I had requested my food to go. I found that completely unreasonable, especially since I had already explained my intentions. On top of that, I had brought my own soda since I was stopping by for a quick lunch. I was told I couldn't drink it inside, which I could understand if that's their policy. However, when I asked whether they sold Fanta, they told me no. The food itself was okay, but the service, attitude, and overall experience left a terrible impression. I have no problem following restaurant policies, but there's a respectful way to communicate them to paying customers. For a $20 lunch, I expected a much more welcoming experience. Unfortunately, I left feeling unwelcome and disrespected. Definitely disappointing, and I won't be rushing back. read more

First time at Khoisan Thai with a party of 3 and was pretty disappointed. The service started off bad, waiting for water for about 10 minutes and having to ask for it. Orders were taken pretty quickly but the food came out slowly. Friend got his dish first and we had to wait for our mama noodles. I got the mama noodles with tofu instead of pork and the tofu was a bit cold so they just plopped it on top. The lady next to me got her food before another table that came before her. Probably won't be back. Indoor and outdoor seating read more

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5 years later and this remains my first Thai spot. Service is beyond great and the food is still the best! I have yet to find another place in the south Bay with better Khao Soi! read more

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We tried the new Lao Combo Som Tum salad this time and it's so flavorful! The sweet crab is very an interesting ingredient, crunchy and juicy, it adds to the overall flavor profile, very similar to the Korean raw marinated crab. Other dishes are delicious as always, we'll be back soon! read more

Khaosan Thai - Thai Near Me - San Jose, California

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My favorite Thai resto! I've been here so many times and tried so many thai food but nothing beats Khaosan! Everything is so good!!!! Staffs are friendly and the ambiance is relaxing. read more

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Came here on a Sunday afternoon for lunch. Parking was really hard to find so I parked in the neighbourhood behind. Did not have to wait to get seated though. Ambiance was chill, nothing crazy, not too loud, not too quiet, basically families on weekends. Thai tea - pretty basic Thai coffee - seemed strong (bitter-ish), but no heart palpitations Boat noodle - eh, tasted "medicinal", but also no flavour at the same time Pad thai - very good, good amount of shrimp too Tom kha - a tad spicy for my liking but my tolerance for spice is wack. so it's probably honestly perfect for everyone else. it was very good, i thoroughly enjoyed it and loved the amount of mushroom and onions in it Crispy pork belly - A little salty, and a lot of fat, great skin, sauces that came with it were flavourful. Sticky rice that came with it was hard and dry Was gonna also order one of the papaya salads, but their spiciness level is fixed and they mentioned that it's SPICY, so we didn't get it. In general, dishes were on the pricier end with most dishes closer to 20$ or more. read more

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We ordered three dishes to share: Pineapple fried rice, barbecued chicken, and stir fried eggplant with beef. Food was great and tasty. Liked the presentation as well. I particularly liked the pineapple fried rice and the barbecued chicken. The resto has a nice casual and clean setting. I'm only giving 4 stars because of service. Our server may have missed noting down our third order so the eggplant was delayed. read more

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My friend and I wanted to grab something with lots of veggies after walking for the afternoon. We decided to try a new place and picked Khaosan Thai after looking through Yelp. The menu had a variety of items/dishes that looked promising, but we stuck with what we're familiar with since that's what we were craving. We ordered the papaya salad which came with sticky rice, the tom yum noodle soup (spicy) for me and pad thai for my friend. The restaurant was relatively empty - only one other group - when we got there around 6 on a weeknight. However, it filled up while we were eating and there were also lots of to-go orders being picked up. The inside had cute decor and it was a good ambiance to have dinner as the music was light and relaxing. We both enjoyed the papaya salad - light, refreshing and with a decent amount of kick at medium spicy. I really liked my tom yum noodle soup - the broth was sour and hot (temperature wise), but I would have liked a bit more spice. I've never had an egg in my tom yum before, so that was new. I enjoyed the crispy wonton and ground chicken. The rice noodles were broken up for some reason and not quite cooked enough for my taste. My friend's pad thai took quite a long time to come out - I was almost done eating by the time it was brought out - and she had filled herself up on the papaya salad. She did enjoy the pad thai and I also think it had good flavors as well. Overall, a good solid new Thai place to enjoy. I am definitely going to add it to my list of regulars! read more

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My friend took me here for a late birthday lunch. We arrived on a Sunday and was seated pretty quickly. We ended up getting pork belly, pad thai, drunken noodle, and a few other things. This place is pretty good and I enjoyed the spice of the meals. It's no frills thai and a good one at that. The inside was pretty cool, they allowed the door to stay open so the breeze felt like you were eating outside. The service was good and so was the food. I would come here again. read more

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I completely agree with the other reviewers--the service here is genuinely exceptional. From the moment we sat down, everything felt attentive and well-coordinated. Three different servers came by to help with our meal: one took our order, another offered suggestions on what to choose, someone checked on us during the course of our visit, and another brought out the water jar. It was one of those experiences where you never feel like you're waiting for anything, and the whole process is just seamless. The food is just as impressive. Everything tastes fresh and comes out delicious, from start to finish. We especially enjoyed the basil fried rice and the ka-praw, and we've also tried a variety of the curries--everything we ordered was on point and full of flavor. Warning: their fresh chili is da bomb! I also really like the ambience. It's the kind of place that feels comfortable and welcoming, and it's become our go-to Thai restaurant whenever we're craving Asian food. Parking can be a little challenging, but it's not a dealbreaker. If you're patient, you can usually find a spot by the street. read more

Papaya salad was missing some crunch and felt wet. Pad kee mao was on the sweeter side and did not have smokey flavor. Calamari was slightly chewy but the sauce was good. Portions and price were good. read more

LOVE LOVE Khaosan Thai!! Been coming here for some time now and I am a huge fan of the high quality tasting dishes and meals being prepared here. I have had many dishes but my personal fave has to e the homemade khao soi noodle dish! Also another classic dish I enjoy are the specialty meat dishes that are huge in portion size and comes with sticky rice and sauces. All meat opt are great as I have had a handful of different meats. Not to mention the drinks are superb!! the best one if the coconut water. Pure bliss and so tasty with refreshing aroma and ingredients! revives the soul!!! Service here is great and servers are very attentive and answer all your questions. They are fast and want you to enjoy your time with them with a tasty meal! The decoration are super cute and make you feeel you are in asia as well. DEF a fan and cant wait to be back for my next visit with Khaosan Thai! read more

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Seems really dark in the front, but service was very welcoming. Been here twice now, both times I just walked in and ordered, each time the service was prompt and courteous. I've ordered: Pad Thai $17.95 - had the chicken. I was nervous at first because the noodles clumped together in a mound - BUT that first bite had such good flavor. It was great, I'd recommend this place based on their pad Thai. Pad see ew $20.95 (beef) - the beef costs $3 more and pad see ew is my favorite dish. The did a good job of making it here. I've had other bland pad see ew. Pineapple fried rice $17.95 - ordered it with chicken, it's a classic. I did not mind the taste, but I think it could be more flavorful. Khao soi $20.95 - I don't get it. You get crispy and boiled noodles in soup. This dish seems popular at other Thai places too, and it's good, but I felt the other varieties of soup and noodle dishes they had were better. It's fine as a side dish or snack. Crispy roti $11.95 - I could get this all day every day. I forget how many pieces you get. It's plenty and so crispy! It also comes with a curry dipping sauce and cucumbers in a pickled liquid. I love the cucumbers. However, the roti was extra oily the 2nd time I ordered it. Chicken satay $15.95 - you get 4 skewers, dipping sauce, cucumbers in a pickled liquid, and 4pcs of toast that would make a full single slice. This dish was not worth it. Dipping sauce was good, cucumbers were good - but the amount of chicken per skewer was small, one was very skinny and dry. Solid choice, though! I'm happy to be a regular customer here and get my Thai food fix. read more

I've eaten here 7 times now and mostly enjoy it! Came back on Friday night and it took a while to get the servers attention for ordering. Overall they were good but food wasn't the best today. Khao Soi 5/10: Crispy noodles were not crispy, cilantro was blackened and rotting (see pic), and this is the first Thai restaurant I've seen come with whole chicken drumsticks instead of chopped meat or braised thighs. The execution just felt sloppy and lazy overall. I picked out the rotting parts of cilantro I could see but had a stomachache after eating the rest that was immersed in the soup- perhaps my fault for not just sending it back but I did mention the cilantro. Som Tum (Papaya) Salad 4/10: These salads are pre-marinated so you can't change the spice level- but it was overly spicy for "medium spice"- way too many Thai chili's and it just wasn't a good experience, i trying to help my mom finish the dish. Green curry 7/10: It was okay, but too sweet. The jasmine rice was the star of the show actually, it was cooked perfectly!! I feel bad leaving this review when I've had so many solid meals here, so I'm averaging it out at 3 stars. The service is usually better and the pad see ew and yellow curry are awesome!! Their roti is pretty fire too :) Will update after the next meal read more

Khaosan Thai - Khao Soi - Thai Near Me - San Jose, California

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My current FAVORITE Thai spot in San Jose. Yes- it tops Original Krung Thai. I've been to Khaosan maybe 3-4 times now, and they've won me over with their bold flavors, quality, and consistently great service. Tip: Come with a group of 4+ so you can try a bunch of dishes family-style. After our 4th time here, I'd say it's the best way to experience the menu, especially given their generous portions. If you're dining with a group, make a reservation (weekends esp). If it's just two people, you can usually walk in without too much of a wait. We've also done takeout before, but honestly- the food is so much better when eaten fresh at the restaurant, and it's just not quite the same at home. Now onto the food... * Ka-Praw: Spiciness was to our liking and packed full of flavor * Green Curry: A staple, rich and comforting * Pad See Ew: Loved that it wasn't too greasy and well balanced * Tom Yum Noodle Soup: Exactly what it sounds like- just order it :) * Roti Sampler - Dipping sauce is YUMM And the MUST-try dish: Khao Soi. Hands down, the best version we've had in the Bay. One of our friends who spent time in Thailand even said it's the closest she's had to what she experienced there, which says a lot! It's rich, hearty, little tangy and you get that great bite from the cilantro. Bonus: We got a free iced Thai tea just for checking in on Yelp! read more

Came for a quick lunch solid spot with a good variety of lunch specials. I got the Thai omelette and M got the pad kee mao which actually had good heat! Service is great and the restaurant is well maintained and clean. Definitely would come back again. read more

Khaosan Thai - Thai Near Me - San Jose, California

We ordered the chicken satay and it was delicious. The chicken was well cooked and easy to eat and came off the stick easily. We actually meant to go to ABVE but ended up choosing this spot. The only caveat was the lady was trying to make it seem like we should order rice but we politely declined. Reasonable prices as both dishes totaled to $40. Nice interior seating with ample space and they take reservations but we were walk-ins. read more

Khaosan Thai - Chicken Satay - Thai Near Me - San Jose, California

Came in on a weekend and place was pretty crowded, but we were seated immediately. We got the curry puff, green curry, northern spicy sausage, and khaosoi. Forgot to take a pic of the green curry but that was hands down the favorite. Its was creamy , rich, and flavorful. Curry puff was flaky, buttery, and rich in flavor. Northern spicy sausage was pretty basic, a little dry, but still good. Khao soi was hearty and flavorful. If you cant decide between curry or noodles, get both with khao soi! read more

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Last night was my first time ever trying Thai food and I'm so happy that this experience took place at Khaosan Thai! The ambiance is clean and cute but the restaurant is definitely on the smaller side and it got really loud in there on a Friday evening. The service was great from beginning to end. When I mentioned to the server that it was our first time there, she was very happy to help answer any questions we had about the menu. We ordered the egg rolls as an appetizer and they came out piping hot and were very tasty. For our mains, we all shared the tom yum fried rice with shrimp, the eggplant with beef, a side of jasmine rice, the yellow curry with chicken and a noodle dish. Everything was delish! My favorite was the fried rice. I can't wait to come back and try more menu items! I would definitely recommend trying this place if you're looking for some great Thai food! read more

Khaosan Thai - Tom Yum Fried Rice - Thai Near Me - San Jose, California

We came on Sunday evening for dinner, and it was much more packed than I expected, with a bit of a wait (for groups 2+). I got the pad kee mao with the addition of tofu and it was really good. It came with chili oil on the side, but towards the end of it, it started to get really spicy. Also the portion size was great! The servers were nice but I did think it was hard to ask for something and they forgot my friend's Thai tea she ordered 2/3 times after asking. read more

Khaosan Thai - Pad Kee Mao - Thai Near Me - San Jose, California

This place gets packed fast, so I definitely recommend going early if you don't want to wait! They have both indoor and outdoor option that you choose to sit. My favorite dish was the Basil Chicken. I ordered it Thai spicy, and it truly delivered on the heat, which I loved. It's hard to find authentic Thai spice levels these days, and this one hit the spot perfectly. The Crispy Pork Belly came with sticky rice and was flavorful with a nice crunch. The Pad Thai was also solid, well-balanced and satisfying. Overall, a great spot for authentic Thai food with real flavor and spice. I'll definitely be back to try more dishes and get the basil chicken again. read more

Khaosan Thai - Ka Praw, Pad Thai, Crispy Pork Belly, Thai Tea - Thai Near Me - San Jose, California

Consistently delicious food served by happy employees who make sure the customers are happy. I love going here because the menu isn't just another generic Thai restaurant menu. It's flavorful foods that I can't get elsewhere, combined with some comfort food favorites. The dishes are generously portioned, and always extremely flavorful. The staff is very attentive, keeping water refilled and making sure that everything has come out properly. The restaurant is always clean and the decoration is very nice. They have a large table in the center that can accommodate a large group. read more

Khaosan Thai - Massaman Curry - Thai Near Me - San Jose, California

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It's very rare that a food compels me to write a review but the Tom Yum soup was AMAZING. The broth was a perfect balance of hot, sour and sweet. It also had plenty of mushrooms, chicken, tomato and onion. I can't wait to come back again! read more

Khaosan Thai - Tom Yum Soup - Thai Near Me - San Jose, California

My friend found this place on TikTok. Food was delicious. We had the Khaosan Fried Rice, Tom Yum, Fried Rolls, Crispy Pork Belly and Pumpkin Curry. My favorite surprisingly was the Pumpkin Curry. The service was poor. We had to keep calling the server to ask for napkins, more water, etc The restaurant was located in a very busy parking lot. The restaurant itself had an okay ambiance. I would come again only if I was in the area but wouldn't go out of my way. read more

Came here for lunch because we wanted to try out this restaurant's around the South Bay Area. This place had some pretty nice looking dishes and decent atmosphere. The space is a little small so seating could be a little tight. The team was very welcoming and paid attention to us even though we sat outside. (Full list of what we ordered at the bottom of review) Prior to coming here we knew this place was on the more expensive side to other thai restaurants, but on the flip side, the portions of each dish were very large! The pad thai was enough to share between 2 people and the papaya salad was a little bit on the spicier side which I personally enjoyed. I like to judge a place based on two things, Pad thai and Papaya salad. The flavors of the food were alright. It didn't wow me but it was not bad. The crispy pork belly was very dry and hard to bite thru at times. Overall, I would not be rushing to come back but would definitely come back to give it another shot if friends/family want to try it and I would like to try the Kor Moo Yang (grilled pork neck). You can find their updated menu with prices at their website. Here's what we ordered: Crispy Pork Belly - Pan-grilled pork belly until crispy served with rice powder and plum sauce. Chicken Pad Thai - Traditional Thai style pan-fried rice noodles with egg, tofu, bean sprouts, and green onions, served with fresh bean sprouts, crushed peanuts, and lime. Som-Tum Salad - Shredded green papaya salad with chili, tomatoes, long beans, and peanuts in a lime-based salad dressing. read more

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