Hidden gem of a Thai spot with authentic, fresh, and high-quality food. Everything comes out quickly but still tastes carefully prepared and full of flavor. Service is very friendly and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. A great go-to for quick, delicious Thai food that feels authentic every time. Pro tip- ask for spice tray! read more

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The Royal Thai is a popular family-run restaurant located just north of Tampa Airport. We arrived to find a queue for a table on Sat night, but the service moved quickly and the wait was shorter. The menu is impressively comprehensive, spanning appetizers, noodle dishes, rice plates, and entrées, desserts. We ordered the Yen ta four, the crab fried rice, the short ribs -- all were absolutely fantastic. What immediately stood out was the beautiful presentation. Each dish arrived thoughtfully garnished with fresh vegetables, with generous portions of protein nestled throughout. The crab fried rice was an A+ , a hearty, flavorful portion so generous we happily packed some up to enjoy as a next-day meal. I am not used to the pink miso broth of the noodle dish. But the content loaded with soft flat noodles, seafood, and fish balls that all came together wonderfully. Ribs were flavorful and delicious. Beyond the food, the service was warm, attentive, and efficient. All in all, it was a five-star experience from start to finish, and we will absolutely be back. read more

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I'm someone who hardly ever writes reviews. I'm from California and I eat Thai food every day. If you love authentic Thai food, this is the place for you. So F'en amazing!!!!! read more

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A busy lunch spot. We've - Fried tofu - Thai boat beef noodle - bone in red snapper No beer - they don't have a liquor license. The fried tofu is simple, served with garlic in a sweet syrup dip. The noodle is tasty and flavorful; although I won't come back, if I have to, this is the one I'd order again. The fried fish sits in a bed of syrup, and it isn't not fresh, but the head is solid - not good for this bone picker. Single bathroom, with a few neat plants. A violin by the front counter and a piano by the door: all left by the previous owner. Two young servers work the room effectively, smiling. This restaurant is on Helen Freund's Tampa Bay Times top 50 list. read more

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Had the pork larb and my boyfriend had the beef pad thai. The larb was very good; it's hard to find nowadays. The pad thai was nice and saucy and sweet. The mangos in the mango sticky rice was so good! The mangos were super ripe and delicious. Ambiance is different than your regular Thai place. Usually you walk in and there are beautiful gold statues and embellishments on the walls. This place was pretty bare bones in terms of decor but don't let that dissuade you. The service was great, they were very attentive. The food did take a little while for the food to come out. read more

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Wow, what an unexpected surprise! We are here for medical stuff at Moffitt and was looking for a good place to eat. This little place is a gem. The staff is super nice and gives you time to look at the menu and answer questions. The moment we walked in the host was ready with menus and sat us right away. We ordered the crab Rangoons, they are really plump on the inside and crispy on the outside but not chewy nor hard, they were light and delicate. We also ordered the Tom Kha soup with shrimp appetizer and it was delicious. Spouse ordered the pineapple rice with shrimp. It was delicious and so much he couldn't finish it all I ordered #58 Vegetable entree with shrimp. Really good and a good assortment of cabbage, bean sprouts, carrots, scallions, broccoli and other stuff I can't think of. I got spice level 3 and it was perfect. Son ordered Green curry with chicken and it was packed with goodness! The eggplant was delicious (he shared with us) The staff was very attentive and checked on us multiple times. As we were leaving all the staff said goodbye and wished us a good evening. The interior is cute and clean. We will definitely visit again. read more

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Wow! The reviews did not lie. The food here is so good. Literally the best food I've had in a long time. I ordered the short ribs and the crab fried rice spice level 3. I will continue to come back here. It's the best Thai food around here, no exaggeration. The Thai tea was also really good! It wasn't overly sweet. read more

Royal Thai Restaurant - Short ribs & crab fried rice spice - Thai Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Amazing food. Great portions and super kind service. All around amazing experience-- solid for date night or group dinner. The crab Rangoon was insane, crab fried rice was light and equally filling, the tom yum was so delicious and flavorful. And the place was packed! We waiting about 10 minutes although they told us 25 minutes so that was a pleasant surprise. Would definitely recommend coming and hope to return soon next time I'm in Tampa! read more

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Great food! I thought I was burnt out on Thai cuisine, but this was surprisingly good! The ribs were delicious, as well as the papaya salad with crispy pork, the crab and egg fried rice, and the crab Rangoon. The Panang Chicken was good, but not the best I've had. Prices are reasonable! There were only 1-2 servers during our visit (6:30-8:30), so I'm not sure if they were short-staffed or if that's normal, but it did slow things down a bit. The staff was friendly and prompt when we made requests. It's a bit of an unexpected hole-in-the-wall, nothing fancy, but who cares when the food is so good. read more

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I really think these reviews are all fake. The restaurant: I walk in here and the floor is full of food scraps and trash. Dirty AF. There's a standup fan blowing in mid of dining room, and blowing at me the entire time I'm in there. There's dirty tables all over the place waiting to be cleared. The food: None of it was terribly good (tasteless panang curry and satay; peanut sauce was more like peanut butter) and all of it was the typically below average Thai food that is ubiquitous in Tampa Bay. I don't understand these five star reviews at all. It's just another Tampa Thai restaurant that is not worth revisiting. read more

This is the spot to go for great Thai food. I had the Pad Thai and it was seasoned perfectly for my U.S. taste preferences - flavorful without being spicy. That said, they can definitely turn up the heat if that's what you're looking for.The pot stickers are a must-order. They were crisped to perfection, and the dipping sauce was so good. One small note: they no longer serve boba with their drinks. I had seen that they offered it previously, but it's no longer on the menu. Overall, the service was fast and friendly. The interior is exactly what you'd expect from a classic mom-and-pop Thai restaurant: cozy, clean, and simple. It's not extravagant and probably not ideal for large parties, but it's perfect if you're just looking for really good food read more

i had the most incredible experience at this Thai restaurant! The food was unbelievably authentic - the spices, flavors, and aromas were truly out of this world. It's a small, cozy spot, but the moment I sat down, I genuinely felt like I was in Thailand. The drunken noodles were absolutely amazing. The pad thai was just as delicious, with the perfect balance of sweetness, tang, and heat! This place is a hidden gem, and I can't recommend it enough. read more

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Absolutely loved this place, very delicious authentic Thai food. Everything I got was amazing, strongly recommend the papaya salad, pad Thai and the chicken satay! Medium spice was perfect for us, just the right amount of flavor and kick, will definitely come again if I'm in the area. read more

I finally got around to trying this restaurant and I am glad I did. The staff was very friendly and welcoming - they gave great recommendations! I ordered the Thai tea, which was a tad too sweet, but delicious! The papaya salad was amazing. I ordered level 2 spice and I can definitely handle more spice next time. The lime and acidity on that was fantastic! For my entrée, I ordered the pad woon sen. I also could handle more spice than the level 2. It was so tasty with the glass noodles, but the beef could've been more juicy and tender. I'm looking forward to coming back with friends and trying more dishes! read more

Royal Thai Restaurant - Papaya salad - Thai Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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It has been a minute since I've been able to have authentic Thai food, I would definitely say they get the authentic Thai spice right. My nose was running with just the level 3 spice. The pad gra pow over rice was the star and a classic favorite. I tried to expand to the Che pow which was good but would probably stick with the classics next time I go back. Service was very friendly and quick to seat you. read more

Royal Thai Restaurant - Che po - Thai Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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My boss treated me for work lunch at the Royal Thai restaurant this past Monday. Being a foodie himself, he tends to be fairly on point when it comes to judging restaurants. But also beggars cant be choosers - can't really complain about a free meal especially when it was at the Royal Thai restaurant. It had been a hot minute (probably going on a year) since I dined at a Thai restaurant (exempting my experience at the Wat Mongkolratanaram). I am very temperate when it comes to Thai food considering that it's more on the sweet side relative to other Asian cuisines. And usually, my last Thai meal will determine the amount of time before I start craving Thai food again. With that being said, I am probably going to go for Thai again in the next week, if not, definitely within the month after having Royal Thai. Royal Thai sits along Hillsborough Ave (580) on the westbound side headed to the airport. It really blends in with the cluster of buildings of the Airport Industrial Park Plaza, so it can be easy to miss. There is plenty of parking within the spacious plaza lot. While not the biggest restaurant (perhaps a dozen tables at most), it seemed capable of accomodating large parties of 10 at most. Walking in during lunch, I was surprised to find that almost all the tables were occupied with diners. If that was not a testament to either an extremely loyal fanbase or great food, then the steady stream of patrons during our entire time there definitely speaks to how legit this place is. I ordered the Thai Papaya salad at Level 4 and Pad See Ew with Beef at Level 3 (5 spice levels). The papaya salad was refreshing - the peanuts and dried shrimp gave it that extra crunchy textures that complimented the papaya nicely. It was a bit on the sweeter side but great nonetheless (if you're into spicy food, get this at a Level 5). The Pad See Ew was also delicious. The flat noodles were cooked to perfection. It was not overcooked to where it stuck to each other or was mushy. Interestingly, at Level 3, the Pad See Eww had a bit of a kick to it. Overall great Thai food. Come visit Royal Thai and you will not be disappointed! read more

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We were so happy to find great and authentic Thai food and look forward to more. The service was amazing and there was plenty of seating for all guests. read more

Royal Thai Restaurant - Thai Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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This was the first stop after a long flight. It's about 10-15 away from the Tampa airport. There were 14 of us in town to cause havoc for a bachelor parties and we were hungry. We walked in and were seated right away. They have plenty of room and there were about three other parties there. I learned about this place thru TikTok and it look amazing. The food is very authentic and taste like my grandmothers cooking. All the sauces were great with each items. Started with the pork jerky and calamari. The pork jerly was fried perfectly with a nice crisp and pair with a spicy sauce. I had the Thai boat noodles and the flavor was on point! I didn't have to add anything else in but I needed more spice. Also got the pork leg stew over rice. That was yummy! So if you're in the area, stop by and give it a try! Talked to the owner and they have been open for 9 months. Her family moved from LA. So go and support the small business! I will be back! read more

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This place might be the best hole in the wall Thai restaurant in Tampa. You would never notice it at the corner of a nondescript office park on Hillsborough Avenue. But if you step inside, you are Richey rewarded with some of the best Thai food around. The people working here are super friendly and cheerful, helping to make for such a warm and inviting atmosphere. The food itself is awesome! Large portion sizes that are full of flavors and spice. The Tom Yum Noodle Soup I got was full of fantastic hot and sour flavors that not only opened up your tastebuds but your sinuses as well. Excellent job and keep up the amazing work :) read more

Royal Thai Restaurant - Tom Yum Noodle Soup - Thai Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Super easy to park. Definitely a huge selection of food items to choose from on the menu. Super friendly and down to earth Service from the staff here. I think mostly any of the dishes you order would be great, especially based on the number of dishes that I was able to try here along with coworkers. Definitely save room for dessert as well. The banana Samosa dessert was quite interesting. read more

This spot has been on my Yelp bookmarks forever, and now that summer's here, I'm finally getting the chance to take the kids out to explore more cuisines. We ordered a variety of dishes, and overall it was a flavorful experience. My personal favorite was the Pad Gra Pow (5/5) with ground chicken stir-fried with basil, red and green peppers, and topped with a perfectly fried egg. I chose spice level 1, and it still had a nice, tolerable kick without overwhelming the dish. We also got the chicken satay (4/5), which came with five skewers. The meat was tender and flavorful, and the peanut sauce was absolutely delicious. I noticed the lunch special includes four skewers, so that might be a great option for a lighter meal. Another standout was the spicy basil fried rice with combination meat (4/5). We ordered it at spice level 4 which it started off manageable, but the heat definitely builds with each bite. By the end, we were dripping sweat and thankful for the Thai tea to cool down. The Tom Yum noodle soup (3/5) was just okay nothing really stood out, and for me, it leaned more sour than balanced. We came on a weekday around 11 AM and were seated right away, with only two other tables occupied. But by the time we left, there was a line at the door ,so this place gets busy quickly. Service was super friendly, though with only two staff working the whole restaurant, I can imagine the lunch rush gets hectic. read more

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Cozy and quaint small Thai restaurant located near airport off of Hillsborough. Ordered a few dishes to try and to start off the crab Rangoon was delicious! Also ordered the Chicken Pineapple Fried rice and I feel like this dish could have benefited from some veggies being added in. Did not enjoy the hot tomato's that were served in this dish and I just don't feel like tomato's go with fried rice. Also ordered the orange chicken and while this dish wasn't bad it really just tasted like chicken nuggets tossed in orange sauce. Definitely enjoyed the carrots and brocolli that came with this dish. We really wanted to try the Mango sticky rice but our server advised they were out since lunch. Big bummer. Pros were that we were quickly seated and served our dishes! read more

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First off I have to say I love this place. I returned two days after my first visit, hence why there are multiple dishes in my review. The customer service was extremely friendly, attentive, and beyond accommodating. They asked if I had any allergies which I appreciated as well. The attention to detail in the plating of the dishes was amazing considering the price range of this restaurant. They definitely want their food photographed and that's exactly what I did. The taste was BOMB and packed full of flavor. The pineapple fried rice even comes with two proteins (chicken and shrimp) as the standard. Generous portions across the board. I will most definitely be returning to try other dishes and take more beautiful foodie photos! read more

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Absolutely incredible hidden gem in Tampa. Visiting for work but come to FL often and this is by far the best Thai food I had in Florida but would say this is top 5 spots Ive had in the states. The quality and ingredients were so clean and fresh. The broth of the duck noodle soup was spot on. The roasted duck was perfectly cooked and gave a wow factor. The appetizer wings were flavorful and the sauce was a home run. 7pc for $12.90 was a solid deal. Service was also amazing. So polite and checks up on you often. I must say, they were eager to take your order and get you the food asap. Spacious and clean. No doubt I'll be coming back next time I'm in town. read more

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This place was cool overall. We had great food and service here. The only reason for the 4 stars and not 5 is because a child that belonged to our server was in our space a bit and it was pretty awkward. I totally understand needing to take care of your child, but they should be away from customers simply for safety reasons. That's all I'll say about that. Our food was delicious and authentic. I ordered the pad Thai, dumplings and milk tea. Loved all of it!!! I especially loved the super authentic and cool to-go container!!! read more

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Traveled in to Tampa from Gainesville. I have a gluten allergy and loved their Chicken Pad Thai. My wife loved, loved the Shimp Pad See Ew. If they were close we would be regulars. Everyone's table orders looked fresh and desirable. Bathroom super clean. This place is a hidden gem. read more

Royal Thai Restaurant - Chicken Pad Thai Spice 4 - Thai Near Me - Tampa, Florida

This is the place Thai people Go to get authentic amazing Thai food. Priced like Thai street food should be priced. The service is amazing and everyone's so friendly and works together so you are never waiting long for anything. read more

I ordered the drunken noodles level 2 spice, I would have posted a picture with this review but I ate the food too fast lol! Delicious, server came around asking if we needed anything very often, calm music. Everything was pleasant great spot. read more

We got there and realized there was only one waitress so we kind of sighed and were willing to stick it out. She had about 6 tables and so we decided to wait it out. Luckily we did. She took our order and stuff started coming out at a steady pace. Will be back to try more for sure. Cute set up with all the Thai tablecloths and decor. They had Asian YouTube food asmr playing in the background so that was fun to watch while we were waiting it out. read more

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The name speaks for itself.. this spot is royal!! The food, service, everything was delicious. The ambiance is very down to earth and chill. The reviews don't lie. This is a hidden gem. We had the drunken noodle, chicken with mixed veggies, wings , and calamari. read more

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We came in for lunch . The place is very clean and cozy. Our waitress was helpful and very nice. She checked on us multiple times . We ordered the calamari as an appetizer and it was great . Crunchy and delicious. For our dishes we went with Pineapple rice with chicken and shrimp and Drunken noodles with crispy pork. Bothe dishes tasted amazing . I would definitely love to come back and try many different items on the menu. The place definitely deserves the praise it gets . read more

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I visited Royal Thai for dinner on Saturday night without a reservation. There were three of us and we were seated immediately.. two of the three of us got pad Thai and it was excellent and a huge portion. This restaurant is a great value for good quality Thai food, fast service, and great prices. read more

The flavors here are fantastic! Do yourself a favor and go here for great Thai flavors and our service was excellent also! An unusual location and they aren't open late so no late night dinners but everything we had to eat at our table of 6 was wonderful! Highly recommend! read more

THIS PLACE IS AMAZING!! The staff is so nice and it's truly an authentic hole in the wall that makes your heart happy type of place. I have been multiple times and the food is consistent. If you order take out, they give you the same amount of food and the same amount of flavor as if you dined in. Some places like to skimp on the to go orders and this place does not. Crab Rangoon- lots of filling Wings- sweet and tangy Papaya salad- really like that they add dried shrimp Pad Thai and pad see ew- large portion (just be mindful of the spice level a medium could be hot for some of you like us) Love it love it love it!!! I highly recommend this place. Everything we ate is 10/10 read more

This is a cute restaurant in a nondescript shopping center. The menu is diverse and the service was good. Ordered their Jamaican drink and chicken satay. Chicken was great as was the dipping sauce. Their peanut sauce was much thicker than I have seen elsewhere, almost like peanut butter. It wasn't to my liking, but it didn't detract from the dish overall. read more

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Yum yum yum!! We will have to some back here for dine in. Found via Yelp of course because wanted some good spring rolls. So we ordered online for pickup. Order was ready within 10 minutes and the food was delicious! Not only that, the lady that took the order was so friendly. We will definitely be back. read more

Amazing food and service. The most authentic Thai food we have had in Tampa after living in Asia for 3 years and being in Tampa for over 10 years now. Highly recommend! read more

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I've ordered from here several times since it opened up. Never had food that I didn't like, and it usually gets filled right on time. I haven't eaten in, but I enjoy my experience with to-go a lot! read more

Food was amazing!! Service was amazing! Very clean restaurant and everything is homemade. We drove an hour to eat here because our colleagues said this place was a must stop and it didn't disappoint! Our friends had been to Thailand and said this was a great representation of exactly what the food tasted like over there. We loved the little bamboo steamers to hold our sticky rice. So cool! read more

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Royal Thai is on my "must-do" list every single time I'm in Tampa. And since it's so close to the airport, it's usually the first and/or last place my team eats when we get on or off a plane. The food is so extraordinary, we try something new on the menu every visit and we NEVER miss!!! Plus the prices are incredibly affordable! I'm in disbelief I've never had to wait for a table. Never mind the outstanding friendly service. Perfect for lunch and dinner! The mood is always right. This must be Tampa's best kept secret. I'm getting hungry just thinking about the place... read more