Clinton has few good restaurants choices. This is the only Thai place in Clinton, Nj. We had stopped going here 5 to 7 years back due to lack of good service and below average food as compared to places about 5 miles away in Flemington or hackettstown. one day we decided to give it a try again. We went for lunch and enjoyed the food and service both. Prices are very good for lunch time. Then I took my family and went for dinner and ohh lord same bad experience which shook us off. We were offered a seat outside. They were rude, we complained about mosquitoes biting us four to five times in an hour but they paid no attention but then after few requests and rounds of requests she brought tikki tourch after an hour of mosquito bites. The menu items were typical and tasteless. My red curry was way beyond spicy, uneatable when we complained they said well this what you ordered ! When as we never ordered any spice level for my dish. Food was not good at all. We came home hungry. On menu they say they will charge a gratuity for group of 5 or more - we were three and they charged us whopping more than 25% tip !!! Just added to the bill for what !??? I am going to take them to small business court for looting the customers with forced tips. Very disappointed overall with food, service and forced gratuity !! Never going back there will drive to Flemington or hackettstown Thai restaurant in place of this pru Thai in Clinton. read more

I had the Crying Tiger and it was absolutely fantastic. The steak / beef was tinder and seasoned well. I will definitely go back next time in town. The food taste was so good that I'll give it 4 stars even though several things are lacking. The services is kinda below average. There was no smile during greeting, no offer to take a drink order, and no conversation or helpful suggestions for a first time visitor . The rice portion served on the plate was way too small I had to order more. The sauce offered with the meal could have been doubled it was a bit small as well. read more

Walk in on a Sunday for the first time with my girlfriends, there appears to be an event so we inquire if dining here is buffet style only and the host/server says "no so I guess you're not here with charity?" with an attitude. We had just gone to a wine tasting so we asked also if it were BYOB and the server said "yeah". We were seated and the waitress accidentally spilled our water, on h own accord.. Then our server/hostess comes with the waters and I ask if we can also have glasses for our wine and she snaps and says "um can you wait a second." with an attitude and then when she noticed my friends and I noticed her rudeness she continued, "I know, I'm a pain" We took our wine and left down the street to Neo sushi. If you can tolerate rudeness certainly go ahead and eat here. I work in HR the hospitality industry in NYC and I'd expect small town service to be more courteous. Advise for Pru Thai-- even if the customer is annoying, which I wasn't, I simply stated a request- you don't lose for cool. Granted we were a group of 25 year olds celebrating an engagement of our friend but we weren't rude and barely sat for 5 minutes before the rude hostess snapped at us. The customer is always right, saying "I know I'm a pain" doesn't make the situation light........ Sorry not worth it!!!!!!!! read more

Dinner last night with friends and everything was excellent. Pork skewers were perfectly seasoned and cooked. Spring rolls were ok. Service was also excellent. I had the Crying Tiger and it was sooo good! Definitely will go back again and the BYOB makes it very reasonable. read more

Stay away, the food is horrible and service isn't that great. I don't like writing negative reviews but out of the three times I have been there, all three times I have been severely disappointed. Today was the final straw, I had to go there b/c there was no other place to get good thai within a 15 min radius of this place. Pad thai is what the other person ordered, which is hard to screw up but theirs was pretty bland. I ordered a veg/noodle dish that was swimming in corn syrup sauce. It was so gross I gagged. My dish went to the garbage, the other person ate their pad thai saying it was "eh" at best... The previous times I tried other dishes, they were disappointing, I didn't want to go there today but under no circumstances will I go back, unless there is a new chef/owner. read more

If you're a vegetarian you MUST go here to try out the mock duck dish. It's made from a meat substitute called seitan. And this particular type of seitan they use here is unbelievably delicious. It's much different that the rubbery-type seitan you buy in grocery stores. It's incredibly flavorful with a succulent texture. And the mock duck is served with basil, onions and peppers. Absolutely amazing. It's one of the best vegetarian dishes in the tri-state area. I always get this dish when I go to Pru. So I don't know much about the other selections. Some notes though from things I heard from some recent co-diners: 1. Don't ask for any spicier than what's on the menu because it will verrrry hot! 2. The papaya salad is wonderful. 3. The veggie tom yum soup is also good. As far as the atmosphere, it's a very cozy and romantic restaurant when not so busy. But it is packed almost every weekend night and loses some of its charm when it's so busy. Of course that depends what table you get. Ask to sit near the windows on the wall facing the road. Don't sit near where people come to pick up take out food. It's a small restaurant so people will be standing next to your table and fidgeting while waiting for their take out food. So you won't be able to completely relax. It's BYOB which helps keep expenses down and lets you bring the wine you like. This is a really cool restaurant that definitely needs to be supported. Just make sure to make a reservation or you will be in for a long, long wait if it's a weekend. And remember: mock duck, mock duck, mock duck... read more

The saying "Three strikes and you're out" is my review of Pru Thai. The first time I went we didn't feel like driving to the Thai kitchen in Somerville so we chose the Pru Thai.... we were really disappointed with our food. It didn't quite taste right, the chicken was oily and off tasting, our other dishes weren't good either....but we thought "maybe they're just having an off night" Second time: we brought visiting family members. We ordered two pots of tea, both were lukewarm, (I'm talking temp you would bathe a newborn in.) Food again was flavorless, oily, not appetizing but to add to the night, the service was rude. Somehow it was my fault the tea was tepid.....still trying to figure that out. Third time: we decided to skip the rude service and order take out. 2 entrees, two side dishes, ready in 30 mins. We arrived 30 mins later and gave them our name to pick up the order....."What order" and looks of confusion among the staff. Then, one of the staff said they were going to prepare it and would we like a drink while we wait. Complimentary drinks for them forgetting our order? "Sure" I'm easily appeased! ..............45 mins later our food was now ready! And those complimentary drinks, not complimentary after all, yep, tacked onto the bill. I have to think people who give this restaurant good reviews must either A.) not have taste buds for good food, or B.) are masochists because they like the service. This place is JUST NOT GOOD, can't believe they're still in business. read more

I love Pru Thai! The only reason I give it 4 stars is because it's not may absolute favorite Thai place. Every time I visit my boyfriend in Readington we usually go here, it's one of our main places to go and we love it! Even though there are closer places around we make the little trip over there. We always start off with a salad with peanut dressing and it's GREAT. The salad is a good size to start off with if you're not getting any appetizers. It comes in big lettuce forms but they give you a knife to cut it with, it's always been fresh for us and the dressing is delicious! Sometimes it can be a hassle to cut up the lettuce but it's well worth it. I would definitely recommend starting off with a salad. I normally get Pad Thai with veggies and tofu and I've always liked it a lot. I've gotten a few other things but this is probably my favorite and I know, the most typical thing that people get.. but I recommend it! I'm not big on spice so I wouldn't know how to rate it on that. My boyfriend always gets Masamum curry, a little spicy and he loves it. It's a good portion of food, I always have leftovers to bring home for lunch the next day. I'm not big on leftovers but from here- I'll eat them! read more

We usually do takeout here, but have eaten in the restaurant a few times. The menu is good & their specials are interesting. They have seemed to have a recent turnover in wait staff from several months ago, so my in restaurant experience may be old. The service is OK. Not bad, not great. The presentation and portions are decent. For take out, they used to be slow. if they told you 20 minutes, it would take about 30. That has changed for the better. The last few times I have ordered out, the food was ready the time that they estimated. Check the order before you leave, they tend to miss a rice order or two. Their duck is really good. the duck ginger is always tasty and a great option for those not in the mood for a spicy thai dish. On average, their spice level is normalized for the rural/suburban clientele so do not be afraid to ask for it on the spicy side. read more

I have been going here for years, and it is so consistantly great I can't stand it! I want to smash Oliver L's face for giving it 1 star...not really...but really. I will admit it has had a bit of transofmation, staff-wise, over the past few years...but I would have never called it "crappy service". We all have the occasional bad experience though. The staff can be a little emo at times, but just turn down the My Chemical Romance and take away all sharp objects, and they can be tolerated. I digress...the food is amazing, simply the best Thai food I have ever had in Jersey. I think for the most part, I always get the following (with the odd stray from the norm): Tofu Tod and Mock duck with brown rice...yum. Actually tried the Tom Kha last night with veg and tofu, a very tangy coconut broth, quite refreshing soup though. The Mock duck was outstanding as usual, I request it very spicy, and they always deliver witht he spice...never overwhelming, but I never find it lacking. Texture and consistancy of this dish is amazing...it has never been even mediorce once. I have been here with numerous folks, and I don't recall anyone ever walking out even remotely disappointed. We all waited anxiously for Pru Tea to open next door, and it was well worth the wait. A very nice selection of teas, and my particular favorite addition...bubble tea! Had the Macha Green last night, and it was superb. Seating inside is nice, warm but dark atmosphere, nothing too bad though...you can still enjoy a group/family meal, or an intimate date night. Outdoor seating is limited, and better for smaller groups, but the arbor trellis alley way-ish area is very nice, and the fountain provides some calming yoga vibe. I truely cannot say enough about this place...it should be on everyones map. read more

Great food and service (and I'm thai)! The atmosphere is very simple, yet romantic and the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. They explained the ingredients as well as the dish to my coworkers and they all loved the food! I will definitely be back whenever I visit Clinton, NJ! Did I mention that they also have byob? read more

This was my first Thai food experience and it was excellent. The service was reasonably good considering there was only one waiter, but he was very apologetic for our short wait. The food was enjoyable, and the Thai ice tea was amazing; a definite must. We ate outside, but from what we saw the inside was adorned with Thai decorations that set a pleasant atmosphere. It wasn't crowded at all and there were plenty of seats to choose from. If you've never tried Thai, you should check this place out. Price Range: 12-18 dollars [$9 for Lunch Special] read more

As a local business owner in Clinton, I frequent most restaurants in town. Unfortunately, this is not one of them. I had a negative experience some time ago which kept me from visiting. Tonight, my wife was craving Thai...and our favorite Thai place in Easton, PA was closed for vacation. So - we decided to give Pru a shot for pick up. Well, the rating should speak for itself. I ordered a green curry dish with chicken, with a little spice. My wife had the tofu with veggies in ginger sauce, along with an order of vegetable spring rolls. Total order just under 40 (ouch...not even a glass of wine!) To start from the beginning. Spring rolls pretty good. I have had much better dipping sauces, but overall, good. The tofu with veggies in ginger sauce was ok. My wife complained that the ginger over powered the dish. Too strong. My dish, with a little spice, still sits in front of me next to a big glass of milk. They killed the dish. Way too hot. Maybe they mixed up atomic with little spice??? What a waste. Still can barely feel the inside of my mouth..and I enjoy spicy foods! Overall, to be desired. Recommend heading towards Bridgewater or Easton before going here. I personally will not be going back. read more

I've only had a few thai experiences but this one was very nice !! The calamari is excellent. Mmmmm! Great atmosphere. Sweet staff, nice menu! I got the pad garlic chicken and it was pretty good. Go try it! EDIT: tried a few more thai places and this place is sort of in the dumps compared to them... drive the extra 10 minutes and go to savory thai in flemington, better bang for your buck read more

This is the third time I've been to Pru Thai. The previous two times I came away thinking the food was OK. This time, I thought the food was awful. I order pad thai shrimp. I get this often in New York at street carts and expected it to be better, because it was about 50% more expensive. It was not. It was extremely bland and even after putting peanut sauce and soy sauce on it, it was still bland. I couldn't finish it. The dish my wife ordered was so bad she could even eat it. I told the waiter she really didn't like it and they were kind enough to have it removed from the order. This was my last visit to Pru Thai. read more

If you like curry puffs or ginger dressing salad or dumplings that just came off a truck--this place is 5 stars. If you want Thai food--go to Shop Rite--I'm sure they have something better in a can. When I asked for a sauce to be less sweet than the previous time I had it there, I was told it came that way, like they mean in a package. No beer in a Thai restaurant in a tourist trap like Clinton? Ugh. Airlift these people some food, no most of them have the money to airlift themselves to a decent eating spot. One of the workers was so exhausted from a shift that probably was more than a double he was sleeping in the empty dining area. Close down sweat shops posing as restaurants. read more

Love the food and Belle, waitress. However, I cannot patronize the restaurant. The owner's are my neighbors. They traumatize their dog as it barks endlessly as if it is being tortured. I endured the traumatic cry of the animal this afternoon. I went out for a couple of hours, only to return to the same sorrowful cries of the animal. I still hear it. Edwin Snyder read more

Hidden gem down a little alleyway in downtown Clinton. Food was excellent, hubs got drunken man noodles with shrimp and I got black noodles with chicken. If you like pad see ew this is very comparable. We are not from the area but I would definitely go there again should we return. Food had great flavor, came out quickly, sizable portions and reasonable pricing. Friendly and attentive service. If you like Thai food definitely try this place out! read more

Definitely a pleasant surprise to see this cute Thai place on Clinton's Main St. I was impressed by how rich the colors were inside and the lovely, bold decor. But the weather outside was just too nice to be missed out on so we sat ourselves in their sunny outdoor alleyway. I can't really rave about the food. Not a great curry selection (at least on the lunch menu). I went for the Drunken Noodles and it was a bit too heavily sauced (too drunk?). Maybe grass is greener, but my boyf's Pad Thai was looking pretty tasty. Oddly enough, we both agreed the salad was the highlight. A chunk of iceburg with a great Thai dressing, tofu, and a rice chip (?). Judging off the other reviews, I'm not surprised their food is a little less intense, underspiced, etc. That's smalltown NJ for ya! read more

I love Pad Thai. This place offers nice outdoor ambience, quick & friendly take-out service, and, most importantly, yummy Pad Thai! Would hope to see Pad See Ew in the meal menu though. Also, not their fault, but parking can be a pain at times. Haven't tried the other dishes yet, but also, if you like spicy, I suggest adding your own sauces. Their own concoction is spicy enough, but doesn't taste 100% authentic. read more

The only reason I only gave Pru Thai a four out of five is because the Thai restaurant in Bridgewater is truly perfect. However, Pru Thai is clean, well run and makes great food. The restaurant is relatively small but you never feel cramped or uncomfortable. The staff is attentive, helpful and friendly. As others have mentioned, Pru Thai is not overly expensive but not cheap. Dinner for one will run about $20 including drinks, entree and gratuity. The Thai drinks are refreshing and unique, I would recommend everyone trying them. Personally, I enjoy the appetizer sampler and chicken pad thai. Anyone in the nearby area should give Pru Thai a try. read more

I've been here maybe 5 or 6 times over the past few years and I have always had a good meal. Nothing extraordinary but solid Thai food. It's a BYOB so a decent value. Crying tiger is very good as well as the chicken Rama read more

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The food in particular is very good. The restaurant setting is okay but the lighting is a bit more on the gloomy side. The outdoor dining set is very nice though. The portion size is very good if you dine in but I feel as though you only get half as much if you take out dinner which is disappointing. read more

A fantastic, intimate restaurant in a nice little town. My husband and I recently went for our wedding anniversary. We thought we would walk around town first and then go in to eat to build up an appetite. It was about 7:30 PM on a Sunday and I think we were the only ones on the main street in town (perhaps one other couple was walking around). But boy were we surprised when we went into the restaurant! It was loaded with people - I guess that's where everyone was that night! Luckily, we got a table right away, and someone waited on us soon after. She was already prepared with wine glasses and bottle opener which was great and unexpected. Some favorites of mine are their appetizers, particularly chicken satay and vegetable spring rolls. I am a pretty picky eater and so it's kind of amazing that I can go to a restaurant and have a few items on the menu that I like. What is nice is when you can go with a group and each try something new and not have to commit to a whole entree yourself. I personally love their black noodles and drunken man noodles, neither of which are too spicy. For a safer choice, Khoa Pad is wonderful and such a comfort food. They also do a great Pad Thai. Make sure you head next door to Pru Tea if you can, they have some really wonderful desserts which are a great compliment to a very enjoyable meal. read more

I was there on a Tuesday night and it was really busy. I recommend a reservation. The green curry with chicken was awesome. I could have eaten two portions, so good!! Real 5 Stars! read more

Pru Thai - Outside - Thai Near Me - Clinton, New Jersey

We've been dining here for years, and can undoubtedly call ourselves fans. This is our 'go-to' place in the area. My kids love the soup and sticky rice, and I am a huuuuuge fan of their Koong Ob Woon Sen. They get pretty crazy busy during the nights, but the waitstaff is always very cheerful and friendly. BYOB with no corkage is another great feature. Crying tiger is a fantastic dish for beef lovers. They also have a couple of 'off-menu' items - always good to ask. Last time, they whipped up a fried rice mixed with basil curry that just turned out lovely. They should put it on the menu! I would wholeheartedly give them four and a half (can't do that on Yelp) or five stars, but I wish they would have a little bit more variety. While we have no qualms eating their homestyle food every week, a part of me wishes they would come up with some variety, to spice things up a bit. How about a few sushi options? :) Their dessert place next door is a yummy addition... get the shaved ice (hawaiian style) - good to share for a small family. read more

Food is good. Just lacking some flavor. Portion sizes are generous. Fast service. Fresh. Just very bland. I wouldn't agree with other posts that the place is the best Thai food I have ever had. I had the Beef Pai Thai - It was on the sweet side. Temp was fine, and it came out in less then 5 minutes. Drunkin Noodles the wife had. It was good. Veggies fresh, very mild. It was fine for Western Jersey. Would get 3 stars in Philly or NYC. read more

Decent place and good ambience, and best of all it's really close to home for us! They just expanded the dining area and looks nice inside. The only thing is that their food portion is a little smaller than what we are used to, so we usually come out a little hungry after our meal. read more

Worst food for the dollar . Had coconut soup Horrible . This is the third time I've eaten there I guess I'm giving up. I'll travel to the bamboo house in Frenchtown instead read more

The food here is wayyyyyy too bland. I have ordered from here, dined in, and just given way too many chances. Lately, I have always left disappointed. When I ate here a few years ago, I actually enjoyed my meal. I'm not sure what changed, but my pad Thai today was as bland as shoe leather. For the potion size, the price was high. This was definitely the last straw for me. read more

I order takeout today and was completely disappointed. Super bland and no flavor. We order Pork Lahd Nar, chicken pad Thai, shrimp Khao Pad and pork Drunken Man Noodles. In addition, we order a chicken and beef Satay. Most of the items we order just had no flavor. The Drunken Man noodles were the only item I would give a 3 Star. Everything else it was between a 1 or 2 Star. This is on the opposite end of the spectrum when compared to Four Seasons Thai in Piscataway NJ. read more

My favorite thai restaurant. They have such delicious food, my favorite is the pad thai beef.

Ordered delivery through Grub Hub. Delivery time was perfect. They forgot the side side. The Khao Pad had hardly any chicken and what was there was bone dry. Kanom Jeeb was good. Veg/Tofu Pad Thai ok but hardly any tofu. Could do better for the price. read more

Excellent red curry and pad thai at this restaurant. Very warm and cultural atmosphere with a great staff. Best to go after dark for the best ambiance. read more

Simply being a Thai restaurant in sleepy Clinton, NJ earns Pru Thai a few stars. Thankfully, they provide all the basic Thai dishes, competently prepared and in a nice setting. Pru Thai is a clean restaurant with a nice moody atmosphere. The service is good and it's easy to enjoy your time there. For many years, I've gotten take out from Pru Thai. Since I've had all the standard Thai dishes on their menu, I can say that their food is equivalent to other Thai restaurants. Their dishes are done right, exactly what you'd expect, though they aren't five-star amazing. This is fine, because they don't charge five-star prices. Sure, over the years there have been a few mistakes to my take out orders, but that's understandable. Ultimately, I'm really glad there's a competent Thai restaurant in my little town and I've enjoyed their food for years. read more

This business closed with no notice for months but just reopened a few days ago. I decided to try it again. I ordered Massaman curry chicken for take out. It was good however there were no extras. No peanuts, no vegetables or anything. It was basically chicken and potatoes with rice. read more

Pru Thai - Thai Near Me - Clinton, New Jersey

They have expanded into the space next door, which used to be a tea room maybe? The main thing to come here for is the unbelievably tender and flavorful seitan mock duck. You will see a stream of people coming in for takeout. Look for the pointy rice, seems a shame to mess it up when you take a forkful. read more

I used to eat here all the time, but never again. The food is fine, but still not as good as any of the Thai Kitchens. Service is CRAP... plan on waiting forever even if there are only a few other parties. Call me unreasonable, but I expect loyalty and good customer service from a place I dine at regularly. The last time I was ever there, we waited for 20 minutes and no one even gave us water or menus or even made eye contact with us (and there were 2 waitresses). We walked out and nobody cared. The one waitress is nice enough, but the smaller one is a grouch - one time, she told us they didn't take credit, which is a lie. read more

I have tried to like this restaurant, as I really like Thai food. But after last night's take-out order I felt I just had to post something about the low quality of the food. The "Tofu Feast" was six strips of fried tofu on a bed of soggy pre-frozen spinach, with three slices of bok choy and a side of oily peanut sauce. I had to throw it out. Another shrimp dish with cashews had a total of 4 cashews and was swimming in hoisin/cornstarch sauce. In general, I would say this place is on par with any other average Chinese restaurant. I don't see the fresh, lively spices of Thai cooking, and frequently the vegetables are tired or non-existent. Where are the lemongrass, galangal and other signature Thai flavors? Too bad, I love frequenting local family-run places. read more

Pru Thai has been my favorite Thai restaurant for years. The food is extraordinary, the ambiance is very nice and the staff is efficient and friendly. I particularly recommend the Crying Tiger. The steak comes from the kitchen moderately spiced with a much spicier dipping sauce on the side. Pineapple fried rice is another taste pleaser read more