The best thai food in the southwest that we've come across - and it'd be on the better end in any…read moremajor coastal city. Moderately priced for the quality, rich curries, well cooked pork belly, solid but not exceptional Tom Kha and unique but tasty cocktails.

While visiting Peoria, we decided to venture out and find some good food when I came across the…read moreYelp for Pad That Cafe. As a proud Yelp Elite, I decided to give this place a chance because the reviews were the best I saw in the city! The place was busy on a Sunday night and it is small but I never say customers waiting too long. There were two larger parties seated so the food took some time but nothing outrageous. We started with the calamari, spring rolls, and crab wontons. The calamari were the biggest I've ever seen and very delicious! Unfortunately, I did not enjoy the spring rolls or crab wontons. I feel like those are hard to get wrong but I was not a fan of the cream cheese that was used and it was a lot of it, barely any imitation crab. For entrees, I had the spicy basil and substituted ground chicken for chicken breast, my personal preference. I ordered level 2 spice but it was still a bit spicy for me. Trying a new Thai place is always hit or miss with spice levels so I actually thought I was being safe with 2. Additionally, the chicken was so bland. Some Thai places season their chicken, some do not and unfortunately Pad Thai Cafe missed that mark. My partner ordered the short rib curry dish and my goodness, it smelled like heaven and tasted just as good. I don't eat beef but had to taste it and it was divine! He also ordered spice level 2 and his dish was not as spicy as mine. Overall, the rest of the party enjoyed their food and there were good flavors there so I'd definitely recommend the entrees, not so much the starters.

Four of us stopped here for late lunch on a Sunday. Have been meaning to try this since it's in the…read moreneighborhood and our friends are big Thai food fans. Great neighborhood atmosphere, friendly service and a great selection of dishes. While we were trying to make up our mind, we noticed the chef had come out to talk to someone. So we waved her over and asked a few questions. She was very friendly and helpful! Everything we ordered was way better than average and our friends admitted it was better than the Thai food they normally go to and brag about all the time! Will definitely be back and recommend stopping there if you're in the area or even if you're just somewhere close as it's worth the extra drive.....

A Pure Thai Food in Cave Creek is an absolute gem! The food is incredibly fresh, full of authentic…read moreThai flavors, and beautifully prepared. You can really taste the quality and care in every dish. The curries are rich and perfectly balanced, and the pad thai is some of the best I've had in Arizona. The service is friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere is clean and cozy--perfect for both dine-in and takeout. Portions are generous and well worth the price.

In a sea of fast food spots in Anthem, this place really stands out- especially at lunch. It's hard…read moreto get a decent meal for around $10, but the Shanghai Club offers amazing lunch specials with hearty portions. And, my Shanghai Spicy Chicken was delicious, and it was very filling. The service was fast and the restaurant comfortable and clean. Definitely will go back in the future.

We ordered takeout here and this was not our first time but will probably be our last time. We…read moreordered crab Rangoon ... good cream cheese in fried pastry but no crab. We ordered egg drop soup that was so disgusting it went down our disposal ... NEVER order this gray gelatinous stuff! We also ordered chicken fried rice which was good and an order of Szechwan chicken which tasted good but was all vegetables and very little chicken. Advice, while there's not much choice in Anthem ... definitely forget this one! The bad our weighted the good

Great fresh and hot food. Staff is always friendly, efficient and fast! Highly recommend!read more

I ordered here and I have never tried Thai food so maybe that was my mistake. I placed an online…read moreorder and the process was simple. I arrived and my order was ready. I get home and open up my bowls. The noodles were clumped together with everything on top. It made it hard to spread the toppings evenly. The taste was okay but maybe I'm just not familiar. I don't think I would order again for the price vs portions is not comparable to how much food you would get at a Chinese takeout place. If this is your favorite type of food you may like it. I may give it one more try in the future with it being so close to my apartment.

I always order bento box for lunch. Like everything except the teriyaki chicken. It's a very…read morestrange texture. Not going to order it ever again!! Also, one of the side things had pork in it (this was according to my husband). I don't eat pork. I'd like to see them offer up options like seaweed salad or a vegetarian/vegan item.

Went in on a Saturday night- only table there that should of been our sign…read more Had the sushi not worth the time or effort. Get in your car and drive somewhere good.

This was our first time going, and wow am I impressed!! I'm very picky with Thai food and had not…read morefound anything in Arizona that I liked after moving here a couple years ago. I got the Pad Sew Ew and it was delicious!! The basil and garlic flavor was strong just how I like it! My husband got the beef lo mein and he really enjoyed it! The service was great and the servers were very friendly. I think I just found my new favorite Thai place and I don't have to go far we will definitely be returning

I recently came here with my uncle to enjoy some sushi and Thai curry. In the west valley of…read morePhoenix in the City of Surprise, finding either of these food items is limited. This place seemed like our best bet. Since this time of year is busy in AZ with so many snowbirds, I booked a reservation through the online portal. It didn't end up being necessary. We were seated right away and never asked about our reservation. The restaurant is located in a strip mall. From the parking lot, it looks small and more like a fast food place, but it is actually looks double the size once you get inside. It has a nice sit-down ambience with new, clean, and somewhat rigid booths. Straight posture was definitely encouraged here in these upright seats. Although it does seem like a lot of people might order items to go, we were shielded from any traffic while eating. To start, we shared some sushi rolls. The spicy salmon was nice, but I really liked the sweetness of the unagi eel roll. They were a little sloppy in preparation, but this didn't impact the flavor. Each plate came with 8 pieces of sushi, some sliced ginger, and a small ball of wasabi. My uncle asked for an additional plate of wasabi and the server delivered it, but he commented on how they usually end up throwing it away because most people don't eat much of the green ball of fire. The table had a container of disposable chopsticks as well as two types of soy sauce. I was delighted to find the 50% less sodium variety with the green label. small plates with one paper napkin each were part of the setup. We had to ask our server for more napkins after my husband splatter soy sauce all over himself. The server brought just two more. It really wasn't enough to fix the 101-dalmatian spots he had acquired from the black soy splattered all over his white jacket. We also ordered curry. My uncle indulged in the pumpkin curry with shrimp. The bowl was massive - much bigger than mine. I had the red curry with tofu. It was beautifully presented with perfectly formed cubes of extra firm tofu lined up in the yellow soup. There was also bright red strips of bell pepper adding a pop of contrasting color. Unfortunately it didn't seem like my curry was well blended. It was as if they added cold coconut milk to a hot pan and it possibly heated up too fast causing it to separate and slightly curdle. Despite this, it still tasted good. I did have some trouble with the large size of tofu and the length of the bell pepper strips. I wish both had been just a tad bit smaller to fit in my mouth. I only had a spoon, so cutting the pieces wasn't an option. To go, I ordered the spicy green beans with shrimp to take home to my mom. She enjoyed two meals out of it. The shrimp was large and plump. Plus there was no shell or tail to pull off making it much easier and more pleasant to eat. Our bill came out to just over $100 with iced tea and sake added to the above. It seemed reasonable for the five plates we ordered. We had come during happy hour where certain items are a dollar cheaper, but I don't think we ended up ordering off that discounted menu. All and all, it was a decent meal and experience. I might come back here because of the convenient location and the availability of both sushi and Thai curry on the menu.

Z and Pete are absolutely delightful. the service, ambiance and amazing food keeps us coming…read moreback! One of our favorites here in Cave Creek!

I have been so desperate to love this restaurant because I love Thai and this is a local location…read more Plus the people seem so very nice. But for some reason, I just haven't had a great food experience at this location and sadly will likely not go back. We have tried Z's on a few occasions. The last time was about a year ago (before most recent trip). We went with a group and two people in the group got sick afterwards. One was my husband. This followed another occasion of someone getting sick (in fact, someone else in the group said they didn't want to go there for this reason). So, after that incident, we said we weren't going back. Fast forward a year and I thought why not give it another try? The reviews seemed good recently and maybe this was a fluke. So last night, we returned for another try. They were very busy for a Monday night so they obviously don't need more customers. And the staff, though clearly overworked, is friendly and nice as usual. I ordered a larb salad (something I always get at every Thai restaurant). Unfortunately, the chicken in the salad was inedible. I kept trying to eat it because the dressing was on point, but the chicken tasted like something that someone heated up too long in the microwave. And I couldn't pick it out. So disappointing. You can see it looks bad in the images. I didn't say anything because I hate complaining at restaurants. I took it home and tried it again in case I was being sensitive but it was still bad and I threw it out. We also ordered green curry with tofu and pad Thai with pork. Both were enjoyable!! And the green curry had a nice heat kick though I added spice which they eventually brought when I asked. One note: I was not exactly sure how to eat the green curry because it was served in a small bowl place on a plate with the rice in the side. Adding the curry to the plate caused the sauce to run all around but there was not enough room in the bowl to add the rice. No big deal but just weird and messy plating experience. We didn't end up getting any alcoholic drinks. But do be aware that there must not be free refills because I was charged for two lemonades. All in all, I wish this restaurant well. Obviously people love it and keep returning. The owners/staff are very friendly and nice. I just love Thai too much to keep returning to mediocre experiences when there are other options in the area.

Yesterday we did carry out. Ordered the bbq red port, tom yum, sticky rice and bbq beef…read more I ordered the bbq beef and it was delish. The we'd had a nice portion, I was able to share with my son to try it. Sticky rice was good too. Service was great, polite and ordered came quick too. This is a small restaurant, with booth and table seating.

Sala Thai in Tempe is one of those spots I keep coming back to because the food quality is just…read morethat consistent. Every time I'm here, I'm reminded why it's absolutely worth the wait. The space itself is small, but the interior is surprisingly aesthetic and cozy, which makes it feel intentional rather than cramped. I usually gravitate toward the green curry, which hits that perfect balance of creamy, aromatic, and spicy without overpowering everything else on the plate. The flavors are bold but still refined, and nothing tastes muddy. The tom yum is another standout for me. It's bright, tangy, and comforting all at once, with layers of flavor that really pop. Even the side dishes shine. I'm a big fan of the chicken wings and skewers. They're seasoned well, cooked perfectly, and never feel like an afterthought. What really elevates the experience is how balanced yet distinctive everything tastes. Each dish stands out on its own, but the overall flavor profile feels cohesive. Service is always attentive, and the staff is consistently smiling and welcoming, which makes the wait feel easier. I also love that it's BYOB. It makes it super easy to enjoy a relaxed night, especially when I'm just snacking on appetizers with my own drinks. Sala Thai is a gem.

Tiny hole in the wall, please. There's about five tables. Service was fine and the food was…read moreexcellent. I went there around 2:20 PM. Ordered my food and was out by 252. It was a quick turnaround. I got the lunch special in a tie iced coffee. It came to about 15 bucks. Quick and easy and delicious food. I would highly recommend.

FOOD - Pad Thai: rice noodles with chicken, shrimp, eggs,…read moreand peanuts. The flavor was good but the noodles were overcooked and on the mushier side. 3/5 - Chicken Basil: ground chicken with green beans, carrots, onions, bamboo shoots, and basil. So good! 4.5/5 - Mango Curry: chicken, with mango, carrots, bamboo shoots, onions, and basil. Delicious. 4/5. SERVICE: Fast and friendly. We ordered gyoza but it was never made. It worked out because we had plenty of food leftover. 3.5/5 FINAL THOUGHTS: I would come back. The food was good for the most part.