The service is fast and friendly, the food flavorful. The restaurant itself is an elegant traditional Thai house. The interior is ornate with traditional decor, and although the tables are tightly packed, it's comfortable. Back to the food. The portions are generous and the dishes are the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy. My favorites are the waterfall beef salad and the President Thai BBQ beef. We tried the fried soft-shell crab for the first time tonight. It was a pleasant surprise. Hot and crispy on the outside, soft and juicy on the inside. All the great flavor of crab without all the work of cracking through the shell and digging around for the meat. This was a treat! And of course, we must have mango and sticky rice for dessert. read more

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This Thai restaurant has been a longtime favorite of and a go-to spot whenever we're in Pasadena for lunch. On this visit, we decided to stop by for dinner, and it reminded me exactly why we've been coming back all these years. We ordered the Pad Thai, Pad See Ew, and Tom Yum Soup, and every dish was packed with flavor. The noodles were perfectly cooked, the Tom Yum had that bold balance of tangy, savory, and spicy flavors, and everything tasted fresh and authentically prepared. You can tell they've stayed true to their recipes over the years. One thing that really stood out was the portion sizes. We were not expecting such generous servings for dinner and ended up with plenty of leftovers to enjoy the next day. If you're looking for authentic Thai food with generous portions, president Thai is a must try in Pasadena. read more

President Thai - Pad see ew - Thai Near Me - Pasadena, California

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President Thai Restaurant is one of those places that makes you think you're about to have a luxury dining experience. The dining room is gorgeous. The decor is upscale, the plating is beautiful, and the portions are surprisingly generous. The food itself tasted very good. To be fair, all of that elegance appears to be included in the bill. Compared with most Thai restaurants, the prices are noticeably higher--probably 20-30% more, sometimes even beyond that. I wouldn't have minded paying the premium if the service had matched the atmosphere. Unfortunately, it didn't. The restaurant was busy, and our table seemed to be forgotten more than once. Our final dish took over 30 minutes to arrive. Nobody checked in, nobody explained the delay, and by the end of the meal we were mostly just staring at the empty plates wondering whether the last dish had entered a witness protection program. When the check arrived, reality arrived with it. Three dishes, one coconut drink, plus tip. Just as expected, the bill marched confidently past the $100 mark. Still, none of that was the most memorable part of the evening. The most memorable part began approximately three minutes after I left the restaurant. As I sat down in my car, I noticed a faint disturbance somewhere deep within my abdomen. Nothing alarming at first. Just a small warning signal. A diplomatic message from my digestive system. Then negotiations broke down. Halfway home, my stomach launched what can only be described as a full-scale military operation. Every traffic light became a personal enemy. Every red light felt like a direct attack on my civil rights. At one point, I was calculating whether it would be faster to continue driving or start praying. I barely made it home. And when I say barely, I mean that with a level of sincerity usually reserved for survivors of natural disasters. To be fair, I cannot prove the restaurant was responsible. Maybe I have a sensitive stomach. Maybe one ingredient didn't agree with me. Maybe fate simply chose violence that evening. What I do know is this: Very few restaurants have ever served me a meal that was followed by a genuine sprint to the bathroom. The food looked fantastic. The portions were generous. The decor was beautiful. But the service was disappointing, the prices were steep, and the ending was far more exciting than I had hoped. I won't be returning. As for the salad, I wish future diners the very best of luck. read more

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President Thai deserves a huge shoutout from me. I am obsessed with their flavors. Do not forget to ask for the spicy spicy. I love the vinegar jalapeños!! Lunch specials are a great way to sample before you commit to dinner portion. The Pad Kee Mow was an explosion of flavor in every bite and please do not skip the Orange Chicken, yes that Orange chicken. Lunch specials come with soup or salad and fried wontons. read more

President Thai - Pad Kee Mow (Spicy Noodle) - Thai Near Me - Pasadena, California

I always pass by this restaurant and it always looks pretty busy so I finally decided to try it. I ordered take out and ordered 3 dishes and the total was $69, which is a bit pricey in my opinion. The food was sooo yummy. Very tasty and delicious. All the flavors were great. I think this is definitely one of the best Thai food places I've been to. I'll definitely be coming back. I do think it is pricier than other places but I do think the taste of the food definitely made it worth it. read more

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First time here and I don't think I'll be back. Came in with a party of 6 with a toddler, The layout is nice but personally I felt squished where we sat and it was hot. They said outdoor was cool but none of the fans were hitting us. The parking is very small and crowded. The staff were okay just felt like we were being rushed to order and they checked up on us 1 time and when we were finished eating. Soo many options to choose from, we ordered the fried calamari, orange chicken pad see ew, garlic pepper chicken and tom ka. The orange chicken and fried calamari was my favorite. Very flavorful. Great portion size. The other dishes were eh. Had better. The Thai tea was super sweet. Didn't enjoy it. Don't think I'll be coming back. read more

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Hello Mr. President, Thai! The first word that comes to mind about this restaurant is "authentic". As soon as we entered President Thai, their classic interior gave total authentic vibes. We knew we were in for a treat. They have an extensive menu, and with pictures! We ordered their pad Thai, pad see ew, and president beef special. Wow. Each dish was so delicious! My favorite was their pad see ew. Each of their dishes were so flavorful, generous, and appetizing. I loved the chewiness of their noodles, and the tenderness of their meat. We finished off with their mango sticky rice and it was the perfect way to end an amazing dinner! I may have eaten too much, but it is totally worth it to splurge at the restaurant. If you are looking for a delicious, generous, and authentic Thai cuisine, this is the spot for you. Salut, President Thai! read more

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Been coming here for years. It's our favorite thai restaurant in SoCal. Food is consistently good & they have an extensive menu. Place always feel homey, and staff r always hospitable. For lunch today, we decided to try the crab roll appetizer which was good, but not gonna lie... I'll probably order something else next time. Ordered the mooping with sticky rice... nice portion of meat. Flavor's fantastic. We also got the green curry fish filet which we always order when we come here. read more

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Right when we parked the car, I was already impressed. The building is embellished with detail. The inside was nicely decorated. The food was exceptional. It felt like something special. The portions were HUGE and generous. But most importantly, their menu is a picture book so you knew exactly what you were ordering. I don't have the prices, but you know what? It was worth it. Came out to around $35/person with tax and tip. Tom Yum Soup Seafood - So much seafood we were surprised. Crab Fried Rice - Good flavor. But I don't usually order fried rice. Pad See Ew - Probably one of the best I've ever had. The noodles were not clumped togethers. The flavors were perfect. Fish Green Curry - Solid curry with rice. Crispy Pork on Chinese Broccoli - Nice pieces that werent too hard. This was for four people and we had a good amount of leftovers that we enjoyed through the week. I'm excited to come back to celebrate another occasion. Family style. Always. read more

Came here for a work lunch and the food overall was good. The presidents bbq was really good and they had lunch special. Crab fried rice was good but it was a little dry. Our waiter was attentive. Owner seemed cheap about takeout containers. We were a party size 10 why be so cheap on containers? Makes me wonder what else are you cheap in the kitchen. He was so hesitant to even bring out more containers. read more

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I think I just found my new favorite Thai restaurant in this neighborhood! Been wanting to try here for ages, but it's always packed when we drive by. I completely understand now. Went for an early dinner with my bf. Was greeted so warmly by the staff and seated promptly. We wanted to order some of our typical dishes so we can compare, so we got their Baby Corn Mushroom with Chicken, Green Curry with Sole Filet, and Thai Style Basil Ground Pork with Fried Egg. OMG! They were all gloriously drool-worthily divine!! Likely the most flavorful of these dishes that I've ever tried at a Thai restaurant to date! Completely exceeded all my expectations!! And the portions were so generous! We were so occupied stuffing ourselves silly, that we completely forgot to make room for dessert! And we still had a ton of leftovers to take home! I love this place so much already! Super friendly and attentive staff. Gorgeous decor with an appreciative traditional feel. Limited parking in lot, but it looks like the regulars prefer parking on the street out front when we were leaving. Already planning to return next time our Thai craving hits to try more of their yummy dishes! Highly recommend!! read more

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Ambiance is amazing, food is delicious, and the workers are so kind and helpful. Portions are plentiful and wonderful. Spice is a little uneven, so if you're super specific about spice level, you can ask for hot sauces to come to your table and you can apply them yourself. Love that!! Parking is easy because of their lot. Will definitely be back! read more

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Was visiting the gardens nearby and saw this highly rated Thai restaurant. We found parking easily in the lot adjacent to the restaurant. We were seated promptly at noon on a Sunday with no reservation. They have really reasonable lunch specials, with lots of options. I ordered the ginger onion beef which came with rice, and a salad. Everyone enjoyed what they ordered, and the restaurant was comfortable, and spacious. read more

President Thai - Lunch salad or soup - Thai Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Green curry with shrimp tasted a bit watery, less of a curry and more of a soup, but these fried crab rolls were an absolute delight! Fantastic texture - would come back just to nibble more on these. read more

President Thai - Thai Near Me - Pasadena, California

Presidents Thai Visited April 24th Parking: The restaurant and parking lot is a bit awkward to pull into as it is off a busy street, but once getting into the lot there is a decent amount of parking. The total area of the parking lot is a bit tight and maneuvering both in and out of it can be tedious so I recommend reversing parking into the spots as it makes leaving the parking lot much easier. Ambiance: The decoration was very nice and there felt an attention to detail, making the place feel more regal and more upscale than your regular weeknight Thai spot. The seating felt nicely spaced out, and even the plates felt like a cohesive and nice touch. On a Friday evening at around 5:30 pm there was no wait for a table for 2. Also just a quick warning- bring a light jacket because it was a bit chilly. Food: We ordered the Pad Thai with chicken and the Mussamun Curry with tofu. The Pad Thai arrived hot, generously portioned, and topped with all the classic garnishes you'd expect from a good Thai restaurant (although the cabbage in the pad thai felt odd). We ordered medium spice, and our server brought out additional chillies and sauces so we could adjust the heat to our liking.The Massaman Curry was new to us, and it absolutely delivered. The curry had a rich depth of flavor creamy, warm, slightly sweet, and filled with comforting spices without feeling overly heavy. It was packed with potatoes, onions, and cashews, creating a hearty and satisfying dish. We had seen other reviews showing baby corn and additional vegetables in the curry, so we were a little disappointed that those weren't included during our visit. Still, it was a unique and flavorful dish that we were happy to try. The bowl of rice they gave us was a little dry, but it soaked the curry well and was fine. Overall both dishes tasted fresh, flavourful, and high quality. Service: The servers were polite but did not come around often. Although getting a hold of a check was a pain. Overall: Presidents Thai delivered a solid and enjoyable dining experience, especially when it came to the food and ambiance. The overall vibe was warm and welcoming with the decor and seating. The dishes were well executed and stood out in flavor. Also seemed to be worth the price considering the portions. read more

President Thai - Pad Thai with chicken and Mussamun curry - Thai Near Me - Pasadena, California

Pretty big Thai restaurant. Very busy lotsa customers fo sure! Got photos from their latest menu coz I know I was looking for veggie options for me. I got spicy fried noodles and bf got green curry shrimp. They took a li'l time to give food but it was Mother's Day and quite busy but no complaints since the food was soo good. Would definitely go there again and try more stuff. read more

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I just love this restaurant! It is a beautiful, immersive restaurant that feels like you're stepping out of San Gabriel Valley and into Thailand. Moreover, the food is fantastic! I switched it up today and instead of getting my go to Pad Sew ew, I opted for the beef and meatball noodle soup. I already love their more traditional dishes, and the noodle soup is just as delicious. It was packed with savory flavor from the noodle to the broth. You know it's tasty when you slurp every last drop of the soup. The beef balls are especially delicious and actually reminds me of the Indonesian beef balls I grew up with. Lastly, if you love dessert or just have a sweet tooth, the Mango Sticky Rice is a must! It is my favorite dessert, and President Thai doesn't disappoint! read more

President Thai - (L) Beef & Meatball Noodle Soup - Thai Near Me - Pasadena, California

FOOD This place has received a lot of praise from my social network and I see why! The panang curry with beef was creamy and abundant. The rice portion was no joke; you can share this with 2-3 people, or be really full for solo. Unfortunately I was disappointed in their stuffed chicken wings (aka angel Thai wings in other places). The stuffing was mostly shredded cabbages with glass noodles. However the ones I have had elsewhere had stuffing more to my liking. This is preference and it just wasn't mine for here. PARKING There was ample parking when I arrived at 6pm. Be careful not to accidentally park next door in the residential area. VIBES/MOOD This place was seating large parties at 8:30pm! They also sing happy birthday if you bring your own cake. Very positive. read more

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President Thai is a decent Thai restaurant with a variety of dishes and gets a 3.5/5 stars for me. The parking lot is one of the worst I've seen, it's really tight and hard to maneuver backwards. I luckily had people leaving when I was there but it is not recommended for large cars. Back parking is recommended to leave more easily. We had a reservation for our large party and we were sat in their small outdoor patio. It was nicely decorated with a fake plant wall but it was still nice to look at. Service was a little slow because we were in the back but the waiter's did come to us periodically in the back to check on us. There was a little miscommunication with a waiter regarding the combination of the pad kee mow but we cleared it up and resolved the issue between us fairly quickly. Just wished the menu was clearer about what the combination meant on the noodle orders so there wouldn't be this issue in the first place. The menus themselves also had a large selection of food options to choose from and we tried the pad kee mow (drunken noodles), papaya salad with fried crab, chicken skewers, and crab fried rice for the four of us (our table of the larger group). The portions were quite large and there was plenty of food. The papaya salad came out first and it was a little disappointing. The papaya tasted a little old and it could've been crunchier. The crab batter was crunchy but the innards were okay. I did like the spiciness of it but the soggy papaya was not as desirable. The pad kee mow was pretty good and the noodles were larger than I thought. I liked the variety of the vegetables and it tasted pretty good. I didn't try the chicken skewers but I heard it was not bad. We did order a bowl of white rice to pair with it and I think because we were in the back, it came out a little later that we hoped. The crab fried rice was also pretty good and there was plenty left after we ate it. I will note that the food was a little salty and quite flavorful so I did drink A LOT of water. We also got a Thai tea to share but it was way too sweet for me so I only had a sip. I wished it was 75% less sweet and more milky. The size of the drink was fairly large though. The rest of the party seemed to enjoy their meal and their papaya salad was not as old as ours. The restaurant was also accommodating of a peanut allergy of one of the group members. The food did come out late because there was a supposed error of a peanut on his pad see ew so they had to remake it. Glad they caught it and made sure the food was safe. By the end, I was too full for dessert, but my whole party enjoyed the ice cream and fried bananas. The restaurant was quite accommodating of our party and let us stay for a while to chat and talk as a whole group. We were quite loud so it was good that we were seated away from everyone else and outside. Most of the items were $20+ but it made sense considering the large portions sizes. Overall, the food was a little heavy on the flavor but tasted pretty good. read more

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TLDR: consistently delivers flavorful, authentic Thai food with generous portions and friendly service. MUST TRY: Pad Thai and Pad Kee Mao, parking can be tight during peak hours, papaya salad is hit or miss President Thai is one of those places I keep coming back to, and I always try to order something new each time. The food is consistently amazing with bold, authentic Thai flavors that feel well-balanced and not overdone. The Pad Thai is a must-order; it's classic, comforting, and perfectly seasoned. The Pad Kee Mao (drunken noodles) has thick flat noodles, a mild hint of spice, and great flavor from Thai basil and vegetables. Portions are incredibly generous, especially for pickup. We ordered four entrees (Pad Thai, Pad Kee Mao, chicken fried rice, papaya salad) plus a large shrimp tom yum soup, and it was easily enough food for four full meals. Something to note, chicken fried rice is nothing special, would try pineapple fried rice next time. Service is warm and kind, whether dining in or ordering pickup, and the restaurant itself is small, quaint, and casual. Parking is really the main downside as the lot is limited, so during busy times you'll likely need to park on the street. The tom yum soup was a bit pricey with some shrimp/mushrooms, but it was slightly bitter, possibly from the kaffir lime leaves; next time I'd try the tom yum broth option and add my own toppings at home. The papaya salad was the one disappointment. I noticed it's changed over the years and no longer has the same fresh, crunchy texture from hand-cut papaya. read more

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My absolute favorite Thai restaurant in SGV! I love their pad Thai, tom yum, and Ong Choy. All their dishes have a lot of umami and depth of flavor. They are a bit expensive, but I do think it's worth it. The ambiance also feels authentic. The parking lot can get really crazy during their busy times. I also recommend their party trays if you're hosting a party! It's really convenient and large portion sizes. read more

President Thai - Tom Yum Soup - Thai Near Me - Pasadena, California

I ordered President Thai for the first time via Uber Eats and it did not disappoint. First, the portions were extremely generous. Everything was packaged nicely and stayed warm upon arrival. I ordered the orange chicken, pad Thai, crispy calamari, and for dessert the mango with sweet sticky rice. The standouts were definitely the pad Thai and orange chicken. The calamari could've been passed, not my favorite but not the worst either. The mango with sweet sticky rice was amazing, I loved the flavor profile and texture. I would recommend and order again in the future. read more

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The tastiest Thai food in Pasadena!!! I love this place- the flavors are so delicious and every dish is filled with decadence and flavor. The presentation is also so beautiful - I love the decor and dishes that they use! The staff is super friendly and helpful :) read more

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Spent the day at Huntington Gardens and luckily stumbled upon this place. Great food and atmosphere. Not only was the food good, but the portions were larger than most Thai restaurants. Pad Thai was better than most places, and the President beef platter was cooked perfectly. Service was friendly and professional. They also have a happy hour menu. read more

President Thai - Happy hour - Thai Near Me - Pasadena, California

First time here. I don't think I will come back. Not enjoyable to dining here. Happened to have a big group with a screaming kid nearby. The parking lot is very small. The papaya salad with crab was awful. Basil eggplant, pad seeew were good. Pricing expensive for the ambiance and food Service was good. read more

The food was super delicious and the service was fast. Our server June was very friendly and helpful. The place was bright and clean. We felt at home! . The portions are good for the price. We definitely will come back here again. read more

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President Thai's façade is a mock up of traditional Thai architecture. Inside is a mishmash of Thai objects d'art and a large dining room closely packed with tables and padded chairs. Outdoor patio with potted tropical plants is available. Saturday evening at 6pm was packed with guests. Our waitress efficient, & patient slogged through taking orders from our party of 9, most of whom couldn't decide what they wanted or weren't familiar with Thai cuisine. I commend her tenacity. 1) Fried Crab Rolls may be called Hoy Jaw with a fried thin Tōfu skin wrapping surrounding a bland, soft, plush, moist crab meat almost pâté like filling supposedly with water chestnuts that usually have a crunchiness which I couldn't detect but instead added mushiness. Vague fishy scent reminded me this dish was originally from the sea. Clear, viscous, sugar syrup Plum Sauce was the condiment. I added small chopped green chiles pickled in vinegar to add a piquant gastrique to pep up the flavours of this crab roll which couldn't be revived. Hoy Jaw at Ras Noodle would be the aspirational standard. 2) Angel Wings are deboned chicken wings breaded with Japanese Panko and fried. It is stuffed with glass noodle Angel hair pasta, chicken meat, finely minced cabbage & other vegetables. The filling is again bland & mushy with very little minced chicken meat. The wings themselves are so over fried that the meat is tough and dry. One of the worst examples of Thai Angel Wings in memory. 3) President BBQ Duck is dressed with bell peppers, onion, Thai basil, "Signature sauce" which seemed like a delicate oyster sauce scented with pungent Thai basil, garlic, Nampla fermented fish Umami sauce. Various cuts of moist yet firm duck meat ranging from slices of breast and bits of thigh, legs, chewy skin. Good duck gaminess with a nice chaw. In other Thai restaurants, it would be a form of Pad Ka Pao. However, I sensed an old duck flavour from possibly being in the refrigerator too long that lingered on the palate and didn't sit right. Mound of white rice to add contrast. 1-3a) Singha beer is light, mild, slightly acidic, touch sweet, toasty to clear away some of the lingering flavors and refresh the palate. Disappointed that President Thai didn't meet expectations of a sophisticated restaurant. Did too many dining guests spoil the proficiency of the kitchen on a crowded Saturday night? Who knows, but I'm not particularly anxious to return even on an uncrowded evening. 2 stars read more

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Craving traditional Thai food, stop by President Thai to enjoy a good meal. Open everyday of the year! It wasn't as busy as we expected so we were seated immediately. If you haven't been here before, the tables are very close so they can accommodate as many people as possible. Got to try a newer menu item for dinner, Jumbo Garlic Shrimp. Plus got our favorites, Crying Tiger, Pad Thai Seafood, and Papaya Salad. Loved the garlic shrimp! Be warned if you aren't into garlic, stay away. Medium level spice is good if you are spicy eater. If you need more, you can ask for chili paste or oil on the side. The servers are always friendly and constantly refilling drinks. Come back for lunch as they have lunch size portions of your favorites that include a rice, fried wonton, and salad. Tip: Parking is limited. Best bet is to find street parking during peak periods. read more

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Yummy food! I've been coming here with my family multiple times and it's always been good! Service has always been the best since I have a big family! Inside there are lots of seats and they also have seating outside in the back as well which is usually where my family and I would sit. This time I went with my boyfriend and we sat inside and it was nice and warm. We love Thai food and so we got a few dishes to try and we definitely didn't finish it but you best believe we packed it to go and have it the next day! The coconut soup warmed us and the skewers to start was amazing. The pad Thai was a hit and curry also was another hit as well! We will be back to try more dishes! read more

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Portions are large, justifiable given slightly higher price vs your average Thai takeout Larb was served with chopped lettuce. I'd hoped for lettuce cups w/ proper curvature for 'cupping' Pad see ew beef was phenomenal Presidents fried rice phenomenal as well. The rice has that 'dry' crisp texture. Pineapple could have been cooked little longer Green curry I did not particularly care for. Was too watery to eat on a plate, needs more coconut milk for consistency Semi-outdoor covered patio has nice decor and not cold in the evening. Peaceful but little challenging to flag down server. read more

President Thai - Thai Near Me - Pasadena, California

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The ambiance was great for a Wednesday night not as busy and so much space to sit. The service was great our server checked in on my party as many times as she could. The food was so delicious. We had pad sew ew with beef, the jumbo shrimp with chu chi sauce, orange chicken, satay chicken, and Thai fried rice with chicken. I also ordered a Thai tea and it was so delicious and not as sweet which is so great in my book. I will totally come back again for a dinner date. The portions are also reasonable and the price is pricey but worth the taste. read more

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I ordered the Chicken Pad Thai (spice level 4) and honestly... this might be one of the best Pad Thais I've ever had .....and I've tried a lot. The noodles were silky with that perfect sweet-savory balance just right, and every bite of chicken tasted freshly cooked, tender, and full of flavor. The portion size is huge - definitely enough for two (but let's be honest, I wasn't sharing ). I went with level 4 and it had a nice kick without being overwhelming, but next time I'm definitely going all in for level 5 "very spicy." The presentation was beautiful even through DoorDash ,still steaming, with crushed peanuts You can tell they care about freshness and flavor here. Overall, President Thai nailed it - from portion to spice to taste. If you're craving legit Pad Thai with California freshness, this is the spot. read more

President Thai - Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Pasadena, California

Great Thai food and huge portions! They also serve pho and other non-Thai dishes. Kids wanted pho and orange chicken. The soft shell crab and papaya salad was really good. Boat noodle was amazing! read more

President Thai - Thai Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Food- Thai dishes are always tasty here with good flavors and spices. I ordered their Moo Yang(grilled pork) from their lunch special. It comes with rice, wonton, and salad. It was good with charcoaled smell from grilling and good sweet flavor from seasoning. Crab fried rice was my mom's favorite because it had a lot of pieces of crab with good flavor. Jumbo shrimp silver noodles had good amount of shrimp with tender noodles that have good flavor. Crispy pork with Chinese broccoli was also delicious with good crunch from fried pork belly with sweet and salty sauce that comes with sautéed broccoli. Service- I went in for take out and they were busy during lunch time. Of course I will come again. President Thai is a good place with variety of delicious dishes that I enjoy eating. read more

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Recommend a reservation since it tends to get packed. Ate here regularly since I was probably 10yo, came back writing this review at 21yo, and honestly this is some of the BEST Thai food I've ever had. Food is consistently good and the interior is quite cozy! Would 100% recommend this place to try Thai food. High recommend panang curry, the pork jerry with sticky rice, beef skewers with peanut sauce, pad see ew (BEST version i've ever had) and soft shell crab! read more

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Wow over 13 yrs since last review , I can't believe i haven't reviewed since. Anywho back in my home town and catching up with a friend for lunch. I have been coming here for a long time. Always good , always great service , nice Ambiance with traditional decor. We ordered Thai Toast - deep fried minced chicken with a sauce so good highly recommend. I had the Garlic Pork Lunch special. Comes with Rice and couple wontons & dipping sauce. Now they did change this dish a little it comes with mushrooms which I'm not a huge fan of but was fine . I don't t mind them cooked . It used to not have them just an fyi. Had a delicious Thai iced tea as well. Everyone enjoyed There food. Service is always excellent. The Restaurant is always clean. Love coming here anytime in back visiting. My fav Thai spot. Enjoy !!!! read more

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I ate the fish green curry and it was so good. I had the lunch special so it came with rice and soup. The food was affordable and was delicious. read more

President Thai - I think their food is the bomb! So happy they are back and open. Miss ya guyz! Luv ya!$$$$ - Thai Near Me - Pasadena, California

This is our favorite Thai restaurant in the SGV! They have great lunch specials, delicious food, big portions, friendly, quick service, with indoor & outdoor seating. It gets busy, make reservations, especially if you have a big group. Our favorites include: green beans, pad thai, red curry, papaya salad, beef noodle soup & bbq beef. They have limited parking in front of the restaurant but there is also street parking & an overflow parking lot nearby. read more

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Every dish I ordered was absolutely amazing! Shrimp pad thai: 8/10 Needed a bit more of the tamarind for the tartness pad thais usually have. And Pad thais should always be served with a lime on the side, which they didn't have. President's BBQ Beef: 9/10 Meat was flavorful and tender. Green sauce was really good Crispy Pork w/ Spicy Basil Sauce: 7.5/10 Flavor was good, but inside the pork was on the dry side. It was crispy though Spicy fried rice with shrimp: 9/10 Can never go wrong a spicy thai fried rice. Super flavorful Jumbo shrimp garlic: 9/10 Shrimp was perfectly cooked Their menu is so big; I recommend them getting rid of the menu with a lot of words. It's so hard to look at. It was a lot easier with their menu with pictures next to them. read more

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Boy oh boy this has been a long time coming!! This is my families favorite favorite spot when we are craving Thai food in the 626. This place hasn't changed in quality or service since I was like 14 (like seriously). When I mean my whole family loves it, I truly mean it from the bottom of my heart. While on the pricey side...hence why I love going with my parents hahaha the portions back up the price. The classics, aka: Pad Thai, Papaya Salad, Crab Fried Rice, Tom yum soup..etc) are consistently delicious. For example the Pad Thai isn't too sweet or overly saucy. Noodles are always cooked to perfection, not a clumping mess. The chicken is in large and juicy pieces. I could go on forever.... Anyways the place is always bustling, even on a Monday evening!! Heaping delectable portions, great service, clean, family friendly. What more could I ask for?!? Although I will say on a busy night parking can be a bit difficult. But that's how you know it's a delightful place :) Final verdict: Fantastical!!! read more

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