Rose Apple Thai Food
came here with my friends right after my midterm and honestly everything hit. we did family style and ordered way too much but every dish was a 10/10; super flavorful, fresh, and comforting.
Tom Yum (L) Chicken - this soup came out steaming hot and the aroma alone was insane; spicy, sour, and packed with lemongrass and lime leaf flavor. the broth was light but rich at the same time and the chicken soaked up all that tangy heat perfectly.
Tom Kha (S) Chicken - creamy coconut base with that perfect balance of tang from the lime and spice from the chili oil; the mushrooms added a nice earthy bite and the chicken was tender. it felt like comfort in a bowl.
Pad See-Ew (Chicken) - thick noodles cooked just right; a little smoky from the wok, coated in savory soy flavor, and paired with crisp broccoli. it's one of those dishes that hits every time and this one was especially good.
Massaman Curry (Chicken) - sweet, nutty, and rich; the curry was perfectly thick with tender potatoes and juicy chicken. you could really taste the peanut and coconut milk depth in every bite.
Pad Thai (Chicken) - the sauce had that perfect tangy sweetness and it wasn't greasy; noodles had a nice chew and came with crunchy peanuts and a squeeze of lime that tied everything together.
Orange Chicken - crispy outside with just the right glaze; the sauce had actual citrus flavor instead of just sugar. it stayed crunchy even with sauce on it which says a lot.
Red Curry (Pork, mild) - this one had that classic red curry kick; slightly spicy but creamy and fragrant from the basil and coconut milk. the pork slices were thin and super tender.
Sassy Sweet & Sour Pork - perfect balance between tangy and sweet; the bell peppers and pineapple chunks gave it that refreshing crunch and juiciness.
Fried Sole Fillet with Basil Sauce (Mild) - one of the standouts; the fish was perfectly fried--crispy on the outside, flaky inside--and the basil sauce added this amazing aroma and light heat that made it addicting.
Yellow Curry Chicken (Mild) - comfort in a bowl; creamy, a bit sweet, and full of turmeric flavor. the potatoes soaked up the curry so well and the chicken melted apart.
Thai Iced Tea & Fresa Coconut Water (L) - both were great; the thai tea wasn't too sweet and you could actually taste the tea flavor, not just sugar. the coconut water was refreshing and balanced out all the spice from the food.
Sweet Sticky Rice & Mango Sticky Rice - ending on the best note possible; the sticky rice was soft and warm, paired with creamy coconut sauce that wasn't overly sweet. the mango was ripe and buttery, making every bite smooth and rich.
we got all of this for about $200 which was such a good deal for how much and how high-quality the food was. everything came out fast, the portions were generous, and every single dish tasted freshly made. definitely coming back again; rose apple is officially one of my favorite thai spots now. read more