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    Praaw Thai

    4.7 (92 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
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    Khao soi
    Brad K.

    The interior of this restaurant is beautiful and all the designs feel so intentional. I ordered the Papaya salad, khao soi, and the pad Thai with tiger prawns. Everything was delicious. After traveling to Thailand I can definitely say this place definitely stays true to the cuisine. I can't complain. High recommend this place for anyone looking for authentic thai food! Service was good also!

    Nicole Diane M.

    The Vibe: Soulful, eclectic, and very intentional. It feels like a boutique dining experience rather than just another Thai spot. It's street parking so make sure to go a bit early to find a spot. The Standouts: Tom Yum Soup and Tiger Prawns. The flavors are deep and "soulful," exactly as advertised on TikTok. Next time we want to try the dessert! It looked epic but we were so full. Elite Tips: The "Thai Soul Food" tag is trending for a reason. Make a reservation, as the space is curated and fills up fast.

    Elaine C.

    Ribeye green curry is a must. The curry is on the thinner side, flavor was absolutely exquisite. The steak was perfectly juicy and not dry at all. Veggies included eggplant, brussels sprouts, and bamboo shoots, which I thought was quite a refreshing take on the typical green curry. Pad see ew was standard. Portion sizes are fairly average and could be more generous. You can't leave without trying their dessert--warm sticky rice and pandan ice cream topped with a crunchy fried cookie MMM. I thought service was okay and could have been slightly more attentive, but great meal overall.

    Kao Soi 13
    David K.

    The vibe at Praaw Thai is dark and retro, and the menu features authentic specialty dishes not commonly found in most Thai restaurants. We started with Gui Chai, four homemade crispy chive and rice flour cakes, served with a spicy soy vinaigrette; and Plah Goong, a salad of grilled shrimp in a lemongrass chili dressing, accompanied by Thai herbs and crispy shallots. Their signature dish was called Nookie's Ka-Ree Koong--whole, head-on tiger prawns sautéed in a creamy egg curry sauce, along with red pepper, scallions, onion, and celery. My favorite part was the flavorful prawn heads, and the egg curry sauce paired nicely with Jasmine rice on the side. Finally, we had two noodle dishes--Mama Pad Kee Mao Beef was made of Mama instant noodles stir-fried with beef, tomato, onion, basil, red pepper, and green peppercorns in a spicy garlic sauce (though the dish wasn't particularly spicy); and Kao Soi 13, an egg noodle soup in a coconut curry broth, topped with a beautifully caramelized grilled chicken leg. Overall, the food here was beautifully presented and delicious, and everything came at a good value with generous portions!

    Indoor seating & vibes
    Samantha L.

    Interesting thai food and beautiful aesthetics Dishes (ranked by my fav) 1) Ribeye green curry: I'm not a steak person but this was sooo good and the steak was juicy 2) green onion fried cake 3) Nookie's ka-ree Koong: prawn curry Logistics: -accepts cc -can make reservation -free, street parking

    Crab fried rice, chicken pad Thai, ribeye green curry

    We went to Praaw Thai for dinner as a family with two kids. The menu had something for everyone-familiar favourites like Chicken Satay and Pad Thai for the kids, but also some standout special dishes. We enjoyed all the food. The Shrimp and Chicken dumplings were really nice since you usually find them at Thai spots and our family loves dumplings in general. My husband and I enjoyed the fried tofu with tangy tamarind sauce. The Green Curry rib eye stood out - loved the soft eggplant and fried Brussels sprouts in this dish! The Crab Thai Rice made the meal feel like we are in the streets of Thailand. For dessert, we enjoyed the combination of Pandan ice cream with the crispy crown and bed of sticky rice. Overall decor and customer service were great! They have a live DJ on Friday nights and a cute oldschool jukebox too!

    Shortrib green curry, crab fried rice, stir fried egg noodle w beef, thai tea & thai coffee were also so good
    Kelsy H.

    So happy I was able to visit Praaw Thai before they start to get even busier! Every dish we tried absolutely wow'd us! The shortrib curry, scallion appetizer, crab fried rice with their sauce were amazing (not to mention the presentation). Their dessert was super unique (pandan w sticky rice and thai cracker). I also rly loved their decor. So thoughtfully done! There's something about Thai hospitality that always blows me away, and this spot was no exception. Can't wait to come back!

    Tom Yum Goong Hot Pot
    Kaitlyn L.

    Praaw Thai was the first spot to pop up during my rushed search for a last minute Valentine's Day dinner. We only had two conditions: It had to be Thai, and it had to be in Berkeley. Luckily, there was plenty of parking in the surrounding area and we did not need a reservation! We were seated immediately at a booth in the corner at 5:30PM. We opted for 4 dishes to split between 3 people this evening, and I am happy to say we ordered the perfect combination (and amount) of food to get a good idea of just how delicious this new Thai spot is. To start, the Tao Huu is their crispy homemade (we were intrigued) tofu with tamarind sauce on the side. The homemade tofu had a texture I didn't think I would like, but I loved. It was airy and softly-crispy, and without the sauce had a nice meaty bite to it. The sauce itself was sweet and was later used as a dip for other bites. We love a fresh + crunchy papaya salad. This one was a little saltier and not as sour as others I've had, but definitely packed a lot of flavor and spice. I'd get it with shrimp next time, but overall this cold dish balanced out the rest of our meal. Pad Thai is a must-get every single time I visit a new Thai spot, and Praaw did these noodles well. Saucy and tangy with tender, yet perfectly chewy noodles to complement the bean sprouts -- We were more than happy. The Tom Yum Goong Hot Pot satisfied our need for a warm bowl of soup. I honestly hadn't even read the description, but we ordered it mild because we wanted to beat the chilly air outside, and I'm so glad we did. They were generous with the amount of shrimp + mushrooms in the hot pot, and the shrimps were cooked perfectly... I'm all for a creamy shrimp head and I did enjoy every single one of them. I think I filled up my soup bowl 3 or 4 times over the course of my meal because the broth was so creamy, flavorful, and the right amount of spice, def kept drinking it even though I was stuffed by the end. Overall, I'm excited to see this spot thrive and grow in the near future. The servers checked on us frequently even though the rest of the restaurant was packed for love day, and I saw plenty of people drop by for takeout orders as well. With so many Thai spots in Berkeley, Praaw served the most memorable meal I've had here in awhile. I can't wait to come back here with more frens to share more food!

    Pandan toast dessert
    Sapphire D.

    I was invited to Praaw Thai by a fellow foodie friend and we were not let down. This is a new Thai restaurant in Berkeley and I highly recommend checking it out if you haven't already. First impressions were excellent. The restaurant is so aesthetically pleasing. The ambience was perfect. The lighting, the music, the furniture, the decor. All the way down to the way they plate their dishes. It was all so perfectly curated. No notes. We ordered half the menu and nothing disappointed. Everything was SO good. No exaggeration. My only critique was we had a couple dishes with overcooked shrimp, however, the flavors were so delicious it was easy to overlook the shrimp. On top of everything the service was fast, friendly and attentive, which is one of the MOST important things to me. This place is DEFINITELY worth the visit. Berkeley is loaded with excellent Thai options. It can be hard to stand out, but Praaw definitely does. I'd argue it's already one of the best!

    Crab fried rice
    Victoria G.

    Somehow Praaw Thai figured out how to be innovative while also giving all of the familiar and delicious Thai flavors. The ribeye curry was incredible. The meat was very tender and the green curry was so good I just wanted to drink it out of a cup! The curry was on the thinner side but the flavor was so good it didn't bother me at all. I also got crab fried rice which was good and traditional. The chive pancake was a little bit greasy and if you don't like chives/onions you won't enjoy it. I liked it but I probably wouldn't get it again. The service and the ambiance was great. Nice and patient staff. The menu prices are on the higher end.

    Kate H.

    Such a great spot! The food was so flavorful, and everything tasted fresh and authentic. We loved every dish we ordered. The staff was super friendly, and the service was quick. The atmosphere was cozy and relaxed, making it a perfect place for a meal with friends or family. We'll definitely be back!

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    Angelina C.

    Probably my new fave berk Thai restaurant next to farmhouse! They had great service and the decor inside was lovely. Every dish was amazing! Full review on @lifestylebyangiee :)

    Papaya salad
    Robert C.

    The dumplings were okay. It's been a long time since I ordered a Thai iced tea. Seems like they are getting smaller. What I was impressed with was the Koong Ka-Ree. It was a dish with large prawns which surprised me. Since I had a big appetite I enjoyed the large amount of food with also downing two orders of jasmine rice. Ate the shells and all. I had never had papaya salad before but it was a nice change with the chrunchiness aspect. The restaurant is relatively small but popular. It can be a bit noisy. Again I was very happy with my main entree. Service was alright.

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    Ask the Community - Praaw Thai

    What are the normal lunch hours? The hours on Yelp originally said 11:30 am-3:00 pm Fri-Sun. I came a couple weeks ago on a Sun and they were closed. Now the hours on Yelp…

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    Little Plearn Thai Kitchen

    Little Plearn Thai Kitchen

    4.0
    (446 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    I've always said that I love the ambiance of holiday popup bars but not the price tag. So when I…read morediscovered Little Plearn Thai by my alma mater that caters to the student budget, went all out for their holiday decor, I knew I had to stop by. Arrived with 10 min left for their HH discount so got their two mojito and sunrise mocktails and 3 appetizers, satay chicken, curry puff, and potstickers. Then onto their dinner menu of Moo Dang dry noodles and ginger sole before finishing off with one of their fun holiday drinks for dessert, the peppermint eggnog for just $8.50. Even the ones with alcohol were only $10-$11. For the price of a few drinks at a popup bar, we got drinks, dinner, and leftovers for lunch. Must be the Econ major in me.

    Stopped by Little Plearn for lunch since it's just a block down the street from me. We ordered the…read moreduck over rice and the mild pumpkin curry lunch special. The duck over rice was probably a 2/5 for me, and I definitely would not order it again. At first, I thought it was decent because my first bite was mostly sauce and rice, but once I tried the duck, it fell short. The skin was more slimy than flavorful, and the meat itself had a noticeable funk to it that made it seem lower quality. Luckily, the pumpkin curry saved the meal. I really enjoyed the flavor, and it was easily the better dish (still would rate it a 3/5 though). If you're like me, I'd skip the lunch special and just order the curry as a regular plate since I did not care much for the side salad or vegetarian spring roll. I'm not sure I'd go out of my way to come back since there are so many Thai restaurants to try in Berkeley, but Little Plearn is definitely a convenient option near campus, especially for students looking for a quick lunch.

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    The Noodle Thai Restaurant

    The Noodle Thai Restaurant

    3.8
    (957 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    Started off with the fresh rolls and corn cakes. The fresh rolls lived up to their name of being…read morefresh and they were a good size with a perfect crunch. The corn cakes were fried just right so they were golden on the outside but soft on the inside and the slaw and sweet sauce elevated it. I would get both appetizers again. For entrees we had: Mama Pad Kee Moa (3.5/5) - instant noodles with fresh veggies and very thin beef. Flavor was good, but the beef missed the mark because it was lacking. Massaman Gai Curry (5/5) - the curry was so flavorful in this dish and the soft potato complimented it very well. Definitely the winner of the night. Chicken Khao Pad (Fried Rice) (3/5) - rice was a little too dry and the thinly cut chicken again did not pop out in the dish. Overall, very fresh and authentic Thai dishes. Service was fast and attentive. There are plenty of seating options to dine in, but I also saw a lot of take out orders. Street parking can be difficult on Shattuck but easier to find on the side streets.

    No complaints about the service; they were quick and very friendly…read more Unfortunately, I was not the biggest fan of the food. The green curry noodles came with vermicelli, and I wanted to try it since it's what they recommend, but it just was not the right texture for the curry I felt. The flavor of the curry itself was not super flavorful. I felt like more coconut milk could have been added to coat the noodles more. The spring rolls were good. I enjoyed the peanut sauce. We also sat at the front by the door, and it was rather cold in that seat.

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    Rose La Moon Thai Food & Desserts

    Rose La Moon Thai Food & Desserts

    4.8
    (129 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    The service here is 10/10 some of the kindest people you will ever meet. Upon ordering we were…read moregiven a sample of a custard and it was so yummy not too sweet! We ordered a papaya salad and pad Thai to share, the portion was very generous and everything tasted fresh. Everything is made to order and the ambiance is very chill. Multiple tables alongside where you order, and a bathroom for customers. I look forward to coming back and trying the desserts! Wish I had ordered a spicier papaya salad the mold wasn't spicy enough!! :)

    Found this place by accident as I failed to remember Quince Cafe and Grill closed and is now Rose…read moreLa Moon Thai Food & Dessert! Five stars for the Pandan Coconut Cake and other Thai desserts offered from the usual mango sticky rice. I picked 3 to share...no occasion but to try these lovely cakes. Light chiffon cake, pandan cream and coconut whipped cream. Cakes may look small ($13) but enough to feed 2-3 people to get a good sampling. Next time will have to try their menu of Thai/Bangkok street food along with their orange cake to go! Service very welcoming, friendly and appreciative of your business. Highly recommend this spot to dine and pick up a unique cake, coconut tapioca, desserts with taro, jelly, sesame, luk choop (mung bean) - Portuguese influenced marzipans and other traditional Thai sweets Plenty of street parking on San Pablo.

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    Sistory

    Sistory

    4.3
    (295 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Stumbled upon this through Yelp, and really enjoy the food here. Very authentic with the real Thai…read morespicy, medium spicy will make you cry. The roti in particular was so good and I normally don't even like curry the dip was just perfect and the roti was fluffy and crunchy at the same time. Attentive service. We will be back to try other dishes.

    My best friend and I grabbed dinner together at Sistory! Our initial plans didn't go through due to…read morethe holidays, but we're happy to have checked off a new spot. I've always wanted to dine at Sistory for brunch, but coming in the evening, it wasn't too busy. There was a steady flow of customers and take-out orders. The restaurant is warm, cozy, and quaint. There are several tables for pairs or parties of four, plus some artwork displayed. There was only one server who was juggling customers, but we were well taken care of. My best friend and I shared Roti Dip, Pad Thai with Chicken, and Yellow Curry with Tofu. The roti was so flaky and warm! The Pad Thai tasted good and was typical of the ones I've had. The curry was robust and flavorful! Being mild, it was a bit spicier than we had anticipated. So if you have a low spice tolerance, keep that in mind! We also got Thai Tea, which was refreshing! Portion sizes were good, and we took our leftovers to go. Sistory Thai Kitchen is an addition to the Albany and North Berkeley area. I wouldn't mind coming back to try their brunch! They're located off San Pablo Ave. with street parking out front.

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