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Really enjoyed the pad thai. A tiny spicy. Noodles was chewy and really tasty. The bean sprouts added crunch. The little cubes of fried tofu really add to flavor. The crispy wings was too fried and the wings had very little meat. We saw the table next to us had fried calamari. It looked good. We also had the tom yum soup with lots of chicken, onions, and mushrooms. It was a bit salty, but good coconut and lemongrass flavor. Service was great and food came fast. The rice plates looked very plentiful. My co- eater noticed how later the night the plates seemed to be more plentiful. The price was very reasonable.
New Thai Elephant food and drinks are phenomenal. Fried tofu, fried chicken wings, and fried rice were amazing with flavorful textures and colors in the cuisine. Service was friendly. It's a popular restaurant and wait times are worth the wait.
I might have found my go to Thai spot! All the food was so good and flavorful and the service was good as well! We got the green curry and Thai fried rice and both tasted really good. We got them vegetarian so they made sure to not use any fish sauce which I appreciated! We also got Thai iced tea and the bear they give on top is so cute!! Recommend coming here for Thai food!!
Went on a Friday at 7pm and it was packed! There were 4 of us in our party and we managed to still get seats without any wait. Appetizers- Shrimp Spring Roll: it was pretty good actually. The stand out for me was the peanut sauce. Absolutely delicious. Overall, 8/10. Entrees: got the crab fried rice to share. The flavor was really good. It didn't have too many of the crab pieces though. I would give it a solid 7/10. Also ordered the green curry with roasted duck, which comes with a side of jasmine rice. The curry was good and the duck was tender. I'd give it a 8/10. I would come back here to try other items on their menu. TBH very reasonable pricing and good value since the portions were generous.
Cozy ambience that's great for meetups and long hangouts to chat and catch up. The staff was very kind and the service was decently fast. The interior is well decorated with Thai culture and with the darker tones of the design, it makes the restaurant feel quite fancy. 4.5/5 - Crispy Pork (Moo Krop) Fried Rice - Very savory fried rice dish. Spiced well and very filling. We didn't expect the pork to be cut so large and mixed into the rice, but it was very tender and easy to still eat. We would've expected the pork to be sliced maybe in half or fourths to make the dish feel like a "pork fried rice" than a fried rice + pork mix, but it still worked well and if you love pork, this will definitely be your fix! 5/5 - Pad Thai - We thought the restaurant nailed this classic noodle dish. Filling portions and did not overcook their noodles. You can taste each component of the dish, which speaks to everything not being under or overcooked. We ordered nuts on the side but you would be quite satisfied ordering this if you like pad thai! 4.5/5 - Pad Gra Prow - Appropriate veggie to beef proportion and very flavorful. Minced well and great to complement with your carb dishes (noodle or rice). We thought the dish was slightly oily but it feels well absorbed when eaten with our pad thai. If you have tried the dish before and would like it, this will be satisfactory!
New Thai Elephant is my favorite spot at the moment for thai! Stopped in here with some friends right as they were opening and we were starving! Got a thai iced tea, fresh spring rolls and some pad se ew! Everything was delicious and we were all so fun with leftovers after so great meal overall! I love the little thai iced tea bear they put in the glass too! It was definitely the talk of our dinner for a bit. Definitely recommend getting a fresh roll/spring roll at New Thai Elephant! They are delicious!
My boyfriend and I were craving Thai food while we were out in the city and we wanted something that was a little more relaxed so we tried this spot! I'm glad we did because it's so close to the pier, we walked from one of the parking structures and it was the perfect distance before and after a meal! Especially if you're going to be walking around the pier for a bit. The service was great too! When my boyfriend and I went we were sat fairly quickly and didn't have to flag them down besides getting the check. We came during their dinner rush and they get so many door dash orders! It makes me happy to see local business' thriving and serving their community! It was awesome. The ambiance is nice too! They have multiple TVs and one of them was playing jojos bizarre adventure which was hilarious because it's my boyfriend's favorite show! We were definitely entertained. The food was absolutely delicious! More on the spicy side and that's a compliment! Nothing tasted greasy or soggy, the green curry was so yummy the day of and the day after, their portion sizes are pretty big and neither of us were able to finish our food!! The veggies tasted very fresh as well as the noodles, like everything's made to order! We need to go back and try more of their menu!! Glad to know we have a place to go to when in the city and craving Thai!!
I had an amazing time at dinner here with a friend. The menu is super vegan friendly, I opted for the vegetarian pad thai and asked for no egg. Our waiter was so adorably nice, and when he brought out some chiles and spicy sauce before our food he even made sure to let me know there was no fish sauce in any of the sauces. The food was amazing, very flavorful and had a good ratio of noodles to protein to veggies. The dish on its own was not really spicy at all even though I think it was supposed to be, but you can add your own spice. The interior has a lot of cool artwork and there are television screens showing scenes of Thailand, I really enjoyed the atmosphere. Prices were not outrageous either, especially considering the area. Would definitely be back to try other offerings. Highly recommend!
So good! The food really reminded me of my Thailand trip. My favorite was the crispy pork and Chinese broccoli which had the right amount of heat. I also ordered the spring rolls (unfortunately they ran out of the shrimp ones) but the tofu spring rolls were still satisfying, served with 2 dipping sauces. I tried an appetizer called hoi jor also, which was a generous portion.
We were quite hungry after running some errands, and based on the reviews, we decided to give this place a try. It's a fairly small restaurant with only three booth-style seats and mostly small tables. Honestly, the tables for two felt a bit cramped, so we were lucky to get a booth. We ordered a vegetable broth soup, which had a light, clean flavor. It was good, especially since you can adjust it with spices provided. I also had the pumpkin curry, which was good and came with rice which I appreciate as most of the time, the rice is not included. It wasn't the best pumpkin curry I've ever had, but it was good. The pad see ew was good as well, though nothing particularly memorable. The fried rice, however, felt a bit too oily for my taste. Overall, it was a good meal, though I think our hunger definitely played a role. I'm glad I tried it, but I'm not sure I'd go out of my way to return.
Had a short wait and was very busy even right before close. Quick service and the panang curry was very tasty and a large portion. Recommend.
My eldest was craving Thai food, so I found this spot within walking distance of our hotel and decided to order takeout. We got the chicken pad see ew, mango salmon salad, and chicken red curry. The pad see ew was really good, it was full of flavor with perfectly chewy noodles. The mango salad was also a standout, and I appreciated that they kept the dressing separate so I could add it myself when I got back. The red curry, however, was good, but not the best. I've definitely had better elsewhere. It was pretty spicy and you can't adjust the spice level. Overall, it was a solid experience, and if we're ever back in town and craving Thai food, I'd happily return.
I visited in 2023 and was excited that I had the chance to visit again. The food here is some of the best Thai food I've had. The soup is very flavorful and one of my favorite things to order. The food comes out hot, fresh, and of course delicious!
While we were in San Francisco, we decided to visit New Thai Elephant for dinner. That was a great choice. Food was amazing and prices were reasonable. Surprisingly, their menu prices were a bit lower than most restaurants here in the OC and their servings were huge. We had: papaya salad, pad see ew, beef stew noodles soup, mango shrimp salad, roti with curry dipping, and a seafood salad, which I forgot to take a photo and didn't realize that until we were almost done eating. Service was good. Absolutely a must try if you're in San Francisco. read more
I'm giving this place a solid 3.5 Stars so I rounded up to 4. I would have rated it higher but they brought my entree out 10 minutes before the rest of the food including our appetizer! So that sucked. 1st let's admire my Thai Ice Tea. This was so adorable & I felt bad drowning him in my tea ha 2nd - my co-worker said this was the 2nd best Pad Thai he's ever had. They grill the tofu so it's got some crunch to it. Which totally elevates the Pad Thai. My Panang Curry with duck was excellent! Decent amount of duck just a few bones. Great little kick on the spice BUT not so spicy that it makes you regret life choices! Delicious will order again. The only thing I'd complain about is that my rice wasn't sticky. I prefer stickier rice - but this rice is perfect if you don't have a preference. I don't want fully unwashed mush but I like a little more starch. My other co-worker ordered Roasted duck over rice - he said it was tasty & would order again. We did order chicken satay and the chicken had good flavor BUT the peanut sauce was just ok. I'd order it again to see if it was just an off day for the sauce. It's a small restaurant & filled quickly at lunch. Many Asians eating there which told me it would be good. Restrooms were slippery so be careful but clean. Overall I would come again! read more
Surprisingly delicious food, with sort of a subpar atmosphere. It was quite crowded, and there was a long wait before getting seated. Portions are huge for the price! The papaya salad especially. Favorite dish was the Pad See Ew. Would maybe recommend takeout/delivery as opposed to waiting! read more
Really enjoyed the pad thai. A tiny spicy. Noodles was chewy and really tasty. The bean sprouts added crunch. The little cubes of fried tofu really add to flavor. The crispy wings was too fried and the wings had very little meat. We saw the table next to us had fried calamari. It looked good. We also had the tom yum soup with lots of chicken, onions, and mushrooms. It was a bit salty, but good coconut and lemongrass flavor. Service was great and food came fast. The rice plates looked very plentiful. My co- eater noticed how later the night the plates seemed to be more plentiful. The price was very reasonable. read more
New Thai Elephant food and drinks are phenomenal. Fried tofu, fried chicken wings, and fried rice were amazing with flavorful textures and colors in the cuisine. Service was friendly. It's a popular restaurant and wait times are worth the wait. read more
7 months ago
I might have found my go to Thai spot! All the food was so good and flavorful and the service was good as well! We got the green curry and Thai fried rice and both tasted really good. We got them vegetarian so they made sure to not use any fish sauce which I appreciated! We also got Thai iced tea and the bear they give on top is so cute!! Recommend coming here for Thai food!! read more
6 months ago
Went on a Friday at 7pm and it was packed! There were 4 of us in our party and we managed to still get seats without any wait. Appetizers- Shrimp Spring Roll: it was pretty good actually. The stand out for me was the peanut sauce. Absolutely delicious. Overall, 8/10. Entrees: got the crab fried rice to share. The flavor was really good. It didn't have too many of the crab pieces though. I would give it a solid 7/10. Also ordered the green curry with roasted duck, which comes with a side of jasmine rice. The curry was good and the duck was tender. I'd give it a 8/10. I would come back here to try other items on their menu. TBH very reasonable pricing and good value since the portions were generous. read more
Cozy ambience that's great for meetups and long hangouts to chat and catch up. The staff was very kind and the service was decently fast. The interior is well decorated with Thai culture and with the darker tones of the design, it makes the restaurant feel quite fancy. 4.5/5 - Crispy Pork (Moo Krop) Fried Rice - Very savory fried rice dish. Spiced well and very filling. We didn't expect the pork to be cut so large and mixed into the rice, but it was very tender and easy to still eat. We would've expected the pork to be sliced maybe in half or fourths to make the dish feel like a "pork fried rice" than a fried rice + pork mix, but it still worked well and if you love pork, this will definitely be your fix! 5/5 - Pad Thai - We thought the restaurant nailed this classic noodle dish. Filling portions and did not overcook their noodles. You can taste each component of the dish, which speaks to everything not being under or overcooked. We ordered nuts on the side but you would be quite satisfied ordering this if you like pad thai! 4.5/5 - Pad Gra Prow - Appropriate veggie to beef proportion and very flavorful. Minced well and great to complement with your carb dishes (noodle or rice). We thought the dish was slightly oily but it feels well absorbed when eaten with our pad thai. If you have tried the dish before and would like it, this will be satisfactory! read more
New Thai Elephant is my favorite spot at the moment for thai! Stopped in here with some friends right as they were opening and we were starving! Got a thai iced tea, fresh spring rolls and some pad se ew! Everything was delicious and we were all so fun with leftovers after so great meal overall! I love the little thai iced tea bear they put in the glass too! It was definitely the talk of our dinner for a bit. Definitely recommend getting a fresh roll/spring roll at New Thai Elephant! They are delicious! read more
8 months ago
My boyfriend and I were craving Thai food while we were out in the city and we wanted something that was a little more relaxed so we tried this spot! I'm glad we did because it's so close to the pier, we walked from one of the parking structures and it was the perfect distance before and after a meal! Especially if you're going to be walking around the pier for a bit. The service was great too! When my boyfriend and I went we were sat fairly quickly and didn't have to flag them down besides getting the check. We came during their dinner rush and they get so many door dash orders! It makes me happy to see local business' thriving and serving their community! It was awesome. The ambiance is nice too! They have multiple TVs and one of them was playing jojos bizarre adventure which was hilarious because it's my boyfriend's favorite show! We were definitely entertained. The food was absolutely delicious! More on the spicy side and that's a compliment! Nothing tasted greasy or soggy, the green curry was so yummy the day of and the day after, their portion sizes are pretty big and neither of us were able to finish our food!! The veggies tasted very fresh as well as the noodles, like everything's made to order! We need to go back and try more of their menu!! Glad to know we have a place to go to when in the city and craving Thai!! read more
10 days ago
I had an amazing time at dinner here with a friend. The menu is super vegan friendly, I opted for the vegetarian pad thai and asked for no egg. Our waiter was so adorably nice, and when he brought out some chiles and spicy sauce before our food he even made sure to let me know there was no fish sauce in any of the sauces. The food was amazing, very flavorful and had a good ratio of noodles to protein to veggies. The dish on its own was not really spicy at all even though I think it was supposed to be, but you can add your own spice. The interior has a lot of cool artwork and there are television screens showing scenes of Thailand, I really enjoyed the atmosphere. Prices were not outrageous either, especially considering the area. Would definitely be back to try other offerings. Highly recommend! read more
So good! The food really reminded me of my Thailand trip. My favorite was the crispy pork and Chinese broccoli which had the right amount of heat. I also ordered the spring rolls (unfortunately they ran out of the shrimp ones) but the tofu spring rolls were still satisfying, served with 2 dipping sauces. I tried an appetizer called hoi jor also, which was a generous portion. read more
We were quite hungry after running some errands, and based on the reviews, we decided to give this place a try. It's a fairly small restaurant with only three booth-style seats and mostly small tables. Honestly, the tables for two felt a bit cramped, so we were lucky to get a booth. We ordered a vegetable broth soup, which had a light, clean flavor. It was good, especially since you can adjust it with spices provided. I also had the pumpkin curry, which was good and came with rice which I appreciate as most of the time, the rice is not included. It wasn't the best pumpkin curry I've ever had, but it was good. The pad see ew was good as well, though nothing particularly memorable. The fried rice, however, felt a bit too oily for my taste. Overall, it was a good meal, though I think our hunger definitely played a role. I'm glad I tried it, but I'm not sure I'd go out of my way to return. read more
My eldest was craving Thai food, so I found this spot within walking distance of our hotel and decided to order takeout. We got the chicken pad see ew, mango salmon salad, and chicken red curry. The pad see ew was really good, it was full of flavor with perfectly chewy noodles. The mango salad was also a standout, and I appreciated that they kept the dressing separate so I could add it myself when I got back. The red curry, however, was good, but not the best. I've definitely had better elsewhere. It was pretty spicy and you can't adjust the spice level. Overall, it was a solid experience, and if we're ever back in town and craving Thai food, I'd happily return. read more
I visited in 2023 and was excited that I had the chance to visit again. The food here is some of the best Thai food I've had. The soup is very flavorful and one of my favorite things to order. The food comes out hot, fresh, and of course delicious! read more
Not much to say other than everything was excellent! Service was very fast and attentive. Staff was very friendly. The restaurant wasn't too busy, and the music was nice. Very clean restaurant. The food was all amazing! The curry was great and the noodles cooked perfectly. A must try in SF! read more
They don't take reservations. I walked in on a Wednesday night around 6:30pm. The place was full and the wait was around 15 minutes. The food is priced really well for the portion, quality and taste. It's a casual Thai restaurant with not many seats. I'd recommend coming earlier or after 7:30, closer to 8 to avoid the wait time. read more
1 month ago
Great food and service! Food were tasty and delicious! Awesome recommendations from a friend. read more
Went in for a quick bite before catching a flight. We ordered wonton soup and pad thai. The soup was really good but definitely had better pad thai. Still both dishes were solid. It was a nice warm meal. The service was amazing. read more
We were looking for somewhere warm to eat after our Alcatraz tour, so we decided on New Thai. We started with two hot teas and the Chicken Satay skewers. With the addition of the peanut sauce, the skewers were the best part of the meal. Our tea took a while to arrive to us, as the server was trying to get multiple table's drinks on his tray before delivering. I thought it would probably be easier to do the cold drinks and hot drinks separate. Anyway, I ordered the Chicken Noodle Soup with flat noodles. The broth was very light and on the blander side. The heavier flat noodles didn't pair very well with the lighter broth, which is probably my bad as I opted for them. I would come here again, but try another dish. All in all, our experience served our needs and we were satisfied. read more
10 months ago
I finally had the chance to dine in at this restaurant after ordering take out here so much since it's so close to my work, and I'm convinced it tasted even better! I highly recommend their roti that comes with a curry sauce, and their chicken satay with a scrumptious peanut sauce and freshly diced cucumbers. I personally got their crab fried rice this night, and I believe it's the best crab fried rice I've ever had. So much real crab chunks, and the flavor was savory and decadent. I'm craving it as I describe its flavor honestly. The interior is cozy and casual, and their staff is attentive and quick even when it's hectic and busy. I applaud the servers for their great service. If you are searching for a Thai spot near the pier or north beach this is the one to go to as you'll leave wanting to come back for sure!!! read more
I ordered pickup through the website and liked that there were not any added fees. They kept me updated through email about the progress. I was able to pick it up at their restaurant easily in the designated pick up area. I also used their restroom and it was very clean. I liked it so much I returned the following evening for the sit down experience. It was very full, but the staff worked hard to get everyone seen. read more
10 days ago
Came here for dinner after an activity nearby with my sister (she to read my reviews -- hi sis!) and ordered some tofu and veggie pineapple fried rice + pad thai + cucumber salad + mango sticky rice. The cucumber salad was the best we've ever had with that sweet/sour sauce + puffed peanut crunch on top and fresh veggies. Loved both of out entrees although I'm sure the meat based ones shine a bit more. We saw a newspaper clipping of them listed under SFs Top 12 Thai Restaurants at some point which is probably why they were so busy shortly after our arrival! We enjoyed the mango sticky rice but the mango was still a bit hard/not very juicy which was a disappointing since there are so few components to the dessert and she'd never tried it before. Closing out took a minute b/c our waitress was helping so many people but she was on point! Would definitely stop by again if I'm near it. To note: when I came to this Yelp page, there was a banner about possibly artificial reviews to inflate ratings which I believe seeing as a verified, active Yelper gave them a low rating which was immediately followed by 5 star reviews all within the past day from accounts with no other reviews. Shaaady. Let authentic reviews speak for themselves -- address the concern and move on. read more
Good food and excellent service. Almost anything can be made vegetarian and they don't just put fried vegetables they also have tofu with most options. The fried roti was excellent - crispy and chewy while not being too oily. I liked the red curry too - only warning is that this place is actually spicy! So if they tell you it's spicy be prepared! The artwork on the walls are really nice and there's lots of cute elephant artwork/statues scattered across the restaurant. And service-wise it's among the best I've been to. They don't need the promotion of giving you a free Thai iced tea or whatever for a good review on Yelp because I think they'd do well without it. I'll definitely be back! read more
1 year ago
Not sure why this restaurant got a high score (4.3) but when I took a closer look at yelp, there is a message that says suspicious activities detected, such as multiple reviews from the same ip address. The food is mediocre at best (3.4 star) . It hits the spot if you are desperate for Thai food and have no better options in the neighbourhood. read more
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Exterior street looks aren't everything! I probably wouldn't have picked this spot based on walking by, but I was smart enough to see high rated restaurants around us and chose this place because of that. I'm not sure what new elephant means nor the dumbo character on their sign but I don't care. This place rocked the food. Pad Thai- super flavorful and massive massive portion! Maybe one of the best I've ever had. Thai iced tea- includes a frozen Thai tea cream bear in it. Adorable! I've never had a Thai tea I didn't like. Green curry- perfectly spicy and rich. No complaints there! Service was clear and friendly. Prices were great especially for being in SF near the wharf. 33$ with tax. The only thing I didn't love was that tables were pretty close together which kept conversations not very private and a little inside other people's physical bubble space. read more
8 months ago
If multiple customers complain--two times, three times, or even more--that the food is way too sweet, a normal and professional response from a restaurant should be very simple: You acknowledge the feedback. You talk to the chef. You offer to adjust the dish, remake it, or at least provide an alternative or a refund. That is basic hospitality. That is how restaurants improve and survive long-term. Unfortunately, that was not what happened here. The manager was extremely rigid and dismissive. His only response was that their ingredients are "standard" and therefore cannot be changed. But let me be very clear: who decides what "standard" means--the chef, or the customers who are paying? Customers are the ones paying the bill. Not the chef. Not the manager. When multiple customers are saying the same thing--that the food is overly sweet--the correct reaction is to listen and adapt, not to argue and shut people down. Refusing to adjust or even acknowledge repeated feedback shows a complete lack of customer-oriented thinking. If this restaurant wants to build a loyal customer base and last long-term, this kind of attitude is unacceptable. Frankly, the owner should seriously reconsider this management choice. One bad manager can ruin an otherwise decent restaurant--he becomes the "rotten element" that drives customers away. As long as this manager is still here, I will not be coming back. And I hope the owner sees this review and understands that the issue is not the food alone--it's the attitude. read more
Loved the fried rice. One star less as it lacked pineapple though. Very few pieces of it. We came as a family of 8 and ordered a lot of food and service was super fast ans for 15$ you can't go wrong. If you want spicy get extra spicy as we had to use sauces for other dishes we ordered. It's bubbling with people from many places. read more
2 years ago
Ordered the chicken skewers and a complimentary Thai iced tea with yelp review. Wasn't very hungry and was looking for something light. Chicken skewer was ok nothing stood out meat was alright. Interesting that it was a skinny block of chicken instead of kabob. Sauce that came with it was a peanut sauce that was light in flavor and didn't really stand out 6/10 however my friends liked their food. Thai iced tea was tasty. I prefer my drinks sweet with light tea flavor 9/10 read more
First and foremost, the service here was really good! The servers were so attentive and refilled our waters frequently. Second, the Thai tea was soooo good and the bear on top just added such a cute touch to it. The Thai tea is a must! It had a good balance of sweetness and tea flavor! The food was all so scrumptious. My favorite was the fried chicken over rice and the pad see ew. The curry was a bit more on the runny side but still nonetheless delicious! read more
This place was great! The food was yummy, and the staff were really kind and attentive. The iced coffee was sweet and strong, and the curry was flavorful. Id highly recommend the fried chicken over friend rice as well, as it was crispy and delicious. The pad see ew was also great! Highly recommend this place. read more
3 months ago
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