It was my wife's birthday, and after spending the day in Princeton, we decided to stop for dinner…read moreat a Thai restaurant on our way back home. Somerville is an area we had never explored before, and while searching on Google, we found many good restaurant options. We finally decided to try Origin French Thai. All day it rained heavily, and by 7:30 PM it had become quite dark. Finding parking was a little difficult. Even though there is a municipal parking lot right next to the restaurant, getting a spot still took some time. One thing we really liked was the whole downtown vibe. The streets on both sides are closed for cars, and people can sit outside along the sidewalks, which gives the area a nice European-style atmosphere (though it was raining that day) We had a reservation booked already (highly recommended), and we got a comfortable couch table in the back section overlooking the restaurant. The ambience was really nice -- dim lighting with an Asian-inspired theme. They also have another seating section inside, so the place is actually bigger than it looks in some photos. We ordered: * Tom Yum Goong Soup - Easily one of the best Tom Yum soups I've ever had. After such a rainy day, it felt extra comforting and satisfying. 5/5 * Noodle Curry Shrimp - Crispy noodles soaked in gravy with shrimp pieces and a red coconut cream-based curry. Absolutely delicious. 5/5 * Red Curry Chicken - The gravy felt somewhat similar to the noodle curry dish to me, but it was still really flavorful and enjoyable. 4/5 Overall, the entire experience was wonderful. The food truly made the evening special and created a memorable birthday dinner for us. If I'm ever passing through this area again, I would definitely come back.

Stumbled upon this place in Somerville while listening to some live, local music a few stores down…read more We shared their sampler, and split my go-to order of mussels for every Southeast Asian establishment I venture into. High quality ingredients and flavor surprisingly given the suburban, modern area. It gladdens me to see more Thai restaurants get love in Central Jersey!

Always Good Food & Service! Never had a bad meal there!…read moreWe'll be back, for sure! Unusually good choices too

Great Thai place! Came here at 5:30 on a Saturday and got the last table without a reservation. By…read morethe time we left there was a line of 10 people waiting. I will make a reservation next time. The place is on the smaller side. Also seems to do a good takeout business. It's warm and inviting with deep reds and a coffered ceiling. There is a back wall with a small water feature. Me and my husband split the mango salad and the noodle curry. Delicious. The mango salad comes with a sticky rice that is so good, it's rich in flavor and balances out the tangyness and acidity of the salad. The 3 fried shrimp on top had a great flavor too and nice crunch. The curry had a good level of spice but was balanced out by the coconut milk. I loved the crunchy noodles on top and it was packed with veggies like broccoli and carrots. I kept drinking the broth because it was so good! Food for the soul! Dishes around $20 reasonably priced! Will definitely come back.

I came back for a lunch meal…read more I had the mango chicken. It was lightly breaded chicken stir fried with bell peppers, shredded mango, and Thai basil. It also came with a side of white rice. I opted for a three-spice level. This was well put together and a good size portion. It was sweeter than I thought, but the spice offset it a little bit. Everything was cooked appropriately as well. It was just a satisfying dish. I also split the seafood tom yum noodle soup that came with thin rice noodles, shrimp, squid, mussels, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and lemongrass. Again, this was nicely done. There was plenty of all the ingredients and everything was flavored right. It was a soothing bowl.

Thai Kitchen is truly the best Thai restaurant in New Jersey. My family has been coming here for…read moreyears, and it continues to impress us every time. The owner is always so friendly, and the entire operation runs like a well-oiled machine. The restaurant is always packed--a testament to how great the food and service are. My husband and I love trying new dishes every visit, and they never disappoint. Today, we started with Thai Rolls and Yum Ped Yang as appetizers--both were absolutely delicious. For our entrees, we had "Eight is Enough" and the Seafood Combo. So, so good! Every bite was packed with flavor. We finished with Crème Brûlée and Mango Mousse Cake for dessert--light, refreshing, and the perfect way to end the meal. Highly recommend Thai Kitchen to anyone looking for authentic Thai food, friendly service, and a consistently fantastic dining experience!

We came to The Thai after looking for a place to eat and checking local reviews. I know my son…read morelikes Thai rice and this place was well rated so he figured it was worth trying. We came in right before a snowstorm so it was relatively empty. There were a few tables of people of the women who greeted us is very nice and see if this promptly. I had the pad Thai. My son got Thai fried rice and my wife got a duck noodle dish. Having tried all three they were all excellent. The duck was really good and surprisingly affordable for what she got. The inside of the restaurant was very nice. My son particularly loved the fish tank and looking at the fish while we waited for our food, they did not mind him getting up and just staring at it. Granted there was very few people in the restaurant. Some places seem tolerate kids while they seem to really enjoy him being there. If I was in the area again that would definitely come back. The food is reasonable. The staff is nice and the ambiance is pretty good. Definitely worth stopping in

I've been coming to this restaurant for almost 20 years, and it continues to be one of my go-to…read morespots for Thai food. I enjoy visiting different Thai restaurants depending on what I'm in the mood for, since each place has its own unique flavors -- and this one is definitely on my list of favorites. The Pad Gra Prow is my top pick here -- flavorful basil sauce, fresh vegetables, and your choice of meat over rice. The Drunken Noodles are another great option I always enjoy. The staff is friendly, the service is consistently good, and the restaurant is clean and welcoming. Located in the Somerset Shopping Center next to Barnes & Noble, it's easy to find and always worth the visit. After all these years, this spot still holds up and absolutely earns four stars from me!

I am DEVASTATED that this location closed! It was the best sushi in the area! I will never again be…read moreable to eat the Love mango roll

Wonderful sushi experience at Kumo with great selection of sushi, sashimi, and specialty rolls to…read morefill up our group of 6. It wasn't too packed and service was timely

Considering the location and surroundings (lack of other Asian stores or businesses), i did not…read morehave high expectations coming here. However it turns out this was a very good Pho Today. It was as good as the other locations I've been to in South Plainfield and Plainsboro. The broth here was great and the meat for the #2 pho was great with my favorite - juicy pieces of tendon. The omelet was great too. Cooked crispy and not too burnt. Very heavy on the cilantro fyi.

A brightly-lit, clean little shop that the staffers were a bit busy, so took some effort getting in…read morean order. Ordered appetizers - the crispy shrimp and pork spring roll was good, and the chicken wings w/ tamarind was ok. We shared the mains - the pho dac biet was very good, good balance of rich broth and various types of meats, and the banh mi was pretty good, too! Very spicy jalapenos. Drinks - bubble tea was ok; the bubbles were too sticky to each other so hard to suck up and could only really get the tea out. Overall a solid food choices and look forward to trying it again.

If you're looking for a high-quality Chinese restaurant with delicious food, this is definitely the…read moreplace to go. It's not your typical takeout spot--everything feels special. The staff at the front are welcoming, the restaurant is very clean, and it's a great place to sit and enjoy a meal. I highly recommend it, especially their General Tso's shrimp. Definitely check it out!"

Stopped by for Lunch at 1 pm on a Saturday…read more Getting lunch special Boneless spare ribs, pork fried rice, wonton soup Plus 1 pork egg roll

This is the best sushi place in New Jersey, all things considered. The price point is very…read morereasonable for the quality, and the sushi is very good. The yellowtail is flavorful without being too fishy and the salmon cuts are consistently high-quality. The red tuna is alright. Albacore and sea bass are both good. I would definitely recommend trying the rolls and combinations here as well. The sushi is understandably this restaurant's high point, and I cannot emphasize the quality and care enough. Even the plating is beautiful. The environment here is very welcoming. Even when it's completely full, the music and conversations are never overly loud. Used to be BYOB but now has a drinks menu and bar. I haven't tried the sake, but the NJ wines are decent. The desserts are limited. The oreo tempura ice cream is interesting though and unique to this location. I wouldn't recommend getting any desserts, though. I'd fully recommend coming here! It's the best sushi in the area.

Ryujin Sushi in Bridgewater has completely redefined what affordable sushi should be, and honestly,…read moreit's ruined most other sushi buffets for me--the quality here is simply on another level. Every piece of sushi is impeccably fresh, beautifully plated, and melts in your mouth in a way you just don't get at places with lesser standards. The sashimi, rolls, and even edamame deliver a luxury experience without compromise, making this spot a favorite whether you're trying something new or savoring classics like spicy salmon or tuna. The atmosphere is gorgeous--tasteful, modern, and elevated, so dining here feels like a treat every time. It's perfect for a date or a small group celebration. Staff is diligent and friendly, but definitely busy. Prices are fair for the quality; while not bargain-basement, you're definitely getting your money's worth considering the freshness, presentation, and careful detail of the entire sushi experience. If you are looking for a new sushi spot, I would recommend giving this place a try!

Always fresh and very pleasant staff. I would recommend this restaurant. The restaurant is always…read morevery clean too.

Food - shared order with daughter Appetizers:…read moreIka salad - taste good, funny serving vessel used Momo Yakitori - just taste okay Tempura - the 2 shrimps was just okay, I cook a better tempura shrimp, the vegetables was good Soft Shell Crab - I've had better, shell was soft but the breading was hard Chicken Karaage - disappointed, I've had better, it was all breast, too dry. Brought it home for my 5 dogs. Tako Su - I liked it Ala Carte: 4 Sweet Shrimp (2 each) - delicious! 4 Sea Urchin (2 each) - delicious! Tiger roll - my daughter ordered, we both ate the ends with the shrimp tempura tail. I didn't like the eel in it. She had to take it home since we both were already full. Service - it was okay, nothing special Ambiance - felt relaxing with their soft lighting. Wasn't that busy when we came in. Forgot to take pictures of most of the food we ordered.