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This place never misses. Delicious Thai food. Really cute interior decor. Good service. Rukdiew is in my Thai food rotation, and I definitely try to come here if I'm in the area. I will say that the restaurant is on the smaller side so not great for large parties. The parking lot is also super tiny, I typically park on the street.
I visited Rukdiew on a Saturday to dine at around 5pm and was immediately seated and greeted. The location was very cute, though offered a more grubby and casual appearance (I do like the cotton candy machine in the front). My partner and I ordered the Pad See Ew and the Pad Thai which were $16 each, along with a Thai tea and cherry blossom lychee drink that were $4 and $5 respectively. The Pad See Ew was good, it had the sweetness that was expected, though I remember being a bit indifferent about the noodles. What blew us out of the park was the flavor from the Pad Thai, we have been to a handful of Thai restaurants in Portland, and none have compared to this one (we wish we got two)! The Thai tea and cherry blossom drinks were good as well, Thai tea to be as expected and the cherry blossom being a sweet floral lychee drink. We loved the Pad Thai so much that we later ordered takeout another Saturday along with some friends. We told them how amazing the flavor was and that it was necessary that they try it, but to our surprise, we were met with dull/flavorless Pad Thai. The juxtaposition in quality from eating in and ordering take out was astonishing, to the point where many of us didn't eat it all. It had no flavor (which was the aspect we were so enchanted by previously), I'm not sure what happened with this order or in the weeks prior, but it has definitely lowered my view on this restaurant. I was excited to have this location be our go-to Pad Thai spot, but the large gap in consistency in quality is something I'm not sure I'd be able to take another chance on. I have very mixed feelings about Rukdiew and am honestly just very confused (I really wanted it to be a consistent success). I may try their Pad Thai again when dining in, but honestly, that last experience brings a great deal of apprehension when ordering again. I am indifferent about recommending Rukdiew due to the lack of all flavor in the takeout order. Though, I have noticed, with a different Thai restaurant, when ordering takeout, we were also met with a lesser quality than when we dined in previously. I chose not to assign fault to the fact that it was a delivery order as both locations are within a 8 minute drive from me and had flaws that weren't time sensitive. Though it makes me wonder, what brings the inconsistency when ordering Thai takeout?
Haven't been here for a year and I feel the eulogy of the food has declined. Pad Thai shrimp was and eggplant was good but the crispy pork belly used to be cut into way smaller pieces and way more crispy. The larb was shockingly fat. I didn't order it with pork belly but it came out look like very fat pork belly and it just didn't suit my taste. The seasoning was just ok as well, not amazing. The drinks were where the real disappointment was. Both drinks we order was suppose to have a thick layer of foam on top but my friend's drink barely had a matcha foam and you can't even see it in my Thai tea because it didn't float at all.
If you have a larger party, then make sure to make a reservation ahead of time. The dining experience was elevated by the interior decorations. It was pink themed and I loved the wall of portraits. The cotton candy machine was awesome! It was a great experience to make your own cotton candy after dinner. The staff members were very attentive and the food came out quickly. I ordered the pad see ew and thought that it was too salty for my palate! The Thai iced tea with coconut milk was delicious. And, their cocktails look delicious. My friends ordered the mule and lychee martini! Beautifully decorated. I also thought that the mango sticky rice was delicious, but the coconut cream was too sweet. I also thought that the grain was undercooked.
We went on a friday evening around 5-6pm, absolutely empty. should have taken it as a sign but i've seen such great reviews. Super cute interior with lights and greenery hung and the pink theme was perfect for date night spot. Server was okay, we were left for a while before even being served water (it was empty inside, why did we have to call someone over for water and again to take our order??) Okay, the food wasn't terrible but the zaap pork wontons were $11 for such a tiny portion. They were really soggy and had an oddly fishy flavor during some bites. This, I would not recommend 1/10. We tried the mango curry and the flavor was phenomenal and unique but the chunks of mango were so big it was unpleasant to try and scoop and bite giant chunks. The curry was creamy and flavorful. Again, tiny portion of rice paired with the bowl of curry but overall was 8/10. We shared these two items for around 30$ and left feeling like we didn't eat much at all. I wouldn't come back here but maybe we just came at a bad time.
The ambiance is amazing here and their house made chili oil is delicious. Jumping into the actual noodles- it's lacking. Came here twice and both times the noodles were soggy and overcooked, the sauce is very sweet and not savory at all. Cod with pad thai: The fried cod was super good but the noodles paired with the peanut sauce eh super overkill. Pad see ew: Both times noodles were very soggy and broken. Sauce overly sugary. Beef cuts were also super chewy. I think I like this place for drinks and mini appetizers but not sure if I'll come back for the food. Service was good they check in on you here and there.
This place is very cute and pink and finally were able to stop by after having passed by so many times. Our meal unfortunately was pretty mediocre. The pad kee mao with pork belly was alright but a lot of the pork belly was way over cooked. The salad rolls also had maybe a half of a shrimp in them but the peanut sauce was perfect. The yellow curry was too watery and the potatoes were undercooked. We really wanted to like this place but sadly didn't enjoy it very much.
Eating here always makes me feel like it's my birthday, regardless of the time of day or year. The decor is so festive and cheery and it makes me happy :) The food is also delicious too. There are many great options to choose from! Only reason I dock a star is for service. The staff seems friendly in general, but they tend to also rush through things and get impatient. They dropped the check way too early in the meal, and it wasn't accurate because we ordered more things that we hadn't received yet, stuff like that. Hope this is something that can be improved!
This is a 10 out of 5 stars! My favorite Thai in PDX so far. Period. The ambiance and decor is beyond cute, the servers are super nice, the food came out SO fast, the cocktails were on point, and the food was BOMB! Standouts were the crab rangoon with the curry-esque flavor, the Cherry Blossom martini which was a pink lychee DELIGHT, a killer red curry, and an incredibly delish sticky rice with mango! Cannot wait to return! Oh, and a parking lot! Score!
We stopped into Rukdiew Cafe for the first time during Portland Wing Week and we had a great time! The featured Crispy Larb Wings had the perfect crunch with bold, tangy flavor -- definitely a fun twist on traditional wings. For our mains, I had the Pumpkin Curry which was delightful. My husband ordered the Panang Curry, also excellent. The decor deserves a mention too -- fluffy white lights, playful hanging ornaments, and a cozy, festive vibe that made the space feel like you've arrived at a party. And then... we spotted the make-your-own cotton candy machine in the corner. Such a fun surprise! Neither of us had done that before, and it was a sweet, lighthearted way to end the night. We'll definitely be back to explore more of the menu.
We love going here on our visits to Portland! We especially loved their yin ta fo, which is no longer on there menu so please bring it back! Their decor is so cute! Not the traditional Thai vibe you are accustom to. The service is the best as they ensure you don't leave without their cotton candy machine experience. The parking is limited and tiny along the main busy street. Bathroom is clean.
Love the decor and vibe in here! We waited a bit longer than I would have liked to order, but overalll the service was good. The workers were really nice! They have a free cotton candy machine in the corner you can use yourself, which was a fun treat on our way out. We had the tofu fresh rolls with peanut sauce which I would definitely get again. I ordered the pad see ew with pork belly and while I loooved the noodles but thought the pork belly was a bit overdone. If it was more tender I do think the meal could have been 5 stars. I would go back and recommend to anyone looking for Thai in the area! Also the endorphin drink was sooo good (like juice!!)
This place is the cutest Thai restaurant around! The decor is fun and whimsy. I ordered the trout with fried rice and it was delicious. The fish was cooked well. The rice was seasoned nicely. The cocktail had a beautiful presentation and nailed it on taste. Service was quick and attentive. Parking can be tricky as it is small but plenty of street parking around.
A solid spot in ThaI-town PDX. Pinky cute vibe inside that offers free cotton candy as a treat. We have always had takeout ~ ready quick, tasty fresh flavors, utensils offered, and smiley thank you for the patrons. Great for the neighborhood. read more
19 hours ago
This place never misses. Delicious Thai food. Really cute interior decor. Good service. Rukdiew is in my Thai food rotation, and I definitely try to come here if I'm in the area. I will say that the restaurant is on the smaller side so not great for large parties. The parking lot is also super tiny, I typically park on the street. read more
I visited Rukdiew on a Saturday to dine at around 5pm and was immediately seated and greeted. The location was very cute, though offered a more grubby and casual appearance (I do like the cotton candy machine in the front). My partner and I ordered the Pad See Ew and the Pad Thai which were $16 each, along with a Thai tea and cherry blossom lychee drink that were $4 and $5 respectively. The Pad See Ew was good, it had the sweetness that was expected, though I remember being a bit indifferent about the noodles. What blew us out of the park was the flavor from the Pad Thai, we have been to a handful of Thai restaurants in Portland, and none have compared to this one (we wish we got two)! The Thai tea and cherry blossom drinks were good as well, Thai tea to be as expected and the cherry blossom being a sweet floral lychee drink. We loved the Pad Thai so much that we later ordered takeout another Saturday along with some friends. We told them how amazing the flavor was and that it was necessary that they try it, but to our surprise, we were met with dull/flavorless Pad Thai. The juxtaposition in quality from eating in and ordering take out was astonishing, to the point where many of us didn't eat it all. It had no flavor (which was the aspect we were so enchanted by previously), I'm not sure what happened with this order or in the weeks prior, but it has definitely lowered my view on this restaurant. I was excited to have this location be our go-to Pad Thai spot, but the large gap in consistency in quality is something I'm not sure I'd be able to take another chance on. I have very mixed feelings about Rukdiew and am honestly just very confused (I really wanted it to be a consistent success). I may try their Pad Thai again when dining in, but honestly, that last experience brings a great deal of apprehension when ordering again. I am indifferent about recommending Rukdiew due to the lack of all flavor in the takeout order. Though, I have noticed, with a different Thai restaurant, when ordering takeout, we were also met with a lesser quality than when we dined in previously. I chose not to assign fault to the fact that it was a delivery order as both locations are within a 8 minute drive from me and had flaws that weren't time sensitive. Though it makes me wonder, what brings the inconsistency when ordering Thai takeout? read more
Haven't been here for a year and I feel the eulogy of the food has declined. Pad Thai shrimp was and eggplant was good but the crispy pork belly used to be cut into way smaller pieces and way more crispy. The larb was shockingly fat. I didn't order it with pork belly but it came out look like very fat pork belly and it just didn't suit my taste. The seasoning was just ok as well, not amazing. The drinks were where the real disappointment was. Both drinks we order was suppose to have a thick layer of foam on top but my friend's drink barely had a matcha foam and you can't even see it in my Thai tea because it didn't float at all. read more
If you have a larger party, then make sure to make a reservation ahead of time. The dining experience was elevated by the interior decorations. It was pink themed and I loved the wall of portraits. The cotton candy machine was awesome! It was a great experience to make your own cotton candy after dinner. The staff members were very attentive and the food came out quickly. I ordered the pad see ew and thought that it was too salty for my palate! The Thai iced tea with coconut milk was delicious. And, their cocktails look delicious. My friends ordered the mule and lychee martini! Beautifully decorated. I also thought that the mango sticky rice was delicious, but the coconut cream was too sweet. I also thought that the grain was undercooked. read more
7 months ago
We went on a friday evening around 5-6pm, absolutely empty. should have taken it as a sign but i've seen such great reviews. Super cute interior with lights and greenery hung and the pink theme was perfect for date night spot. Server was okay, we were left for a while before even being served water (it was empty inside, why did we have to call someone over for water and again to take our order??) Okay, the food wasn't terrible but the zaap pork wontons were $11 for such a tiny portion. They were really soggy and had an oddly fishy flavor during some bites. This, I would not recommend 1/10. We tried the mango curry and the flavor was phenomenal and unique but the chunks of mango were so big it was unpleasant to try and scoop and bite giant chunks. The curry was creamy and flavorful. Again, tiny portion of rice paired with the bowl of curry but overall was 8/10. We shared these two items for around 30$ and left feeling like we didn't eat much at all. I wouldn't come back here but maybe we just came at a bad time. read more
The ambiance is amazing here and their house made chili oil is delicious. Jumping into the actual noodles- it's lacking. Came here twice and both times the noodles were soggy and overcooked, the sauce is very sweet and not savory at all. Cod with pad thai: The fried cod was super good but the noodles paired with the peanut sauce eh super overkill. Pad see ew: Both times noodles were very soggy and broken. Sauce overly sugary. Beef cuts were also super chewy. I think I like this place for drinks and mini appetizers but not sure if I'll come back for the food. Service was good they check in on you here and there. read more
This place is very cute and pink and finally were able to stop by after having passed by so many times. Our meal unfortunately was pretty mediocre. The pad kee mao with pork belly was alright but a lot of the pork belly was way over cooked. The salad rolls also had maybe a half of a shrimp in them but the peanut sauce was perfect. The yellow curry was too watery and the potatoes were undercooked. We really wanted to like this place but sadly didn't enjoy it very much. read more
Eating here always makes me feel like it's my birthday, regardless of the time of day or year. The decor is so festive and cheery and it makes me happy :) The food is also delicious too. There are many great options to choose from! Only reason I dock a star is for service. The staff seems friendly in general, but they tend to also rush through things and get impatient. They dropped the check way too early in the meal, and it wasn't accurate because we ordered more things that we hadn't received yet, stuff like that. Hope this is something that can be improved! read more
1 year ago
This is a 10 out of 5 stars! My favorite Thai in PDX so far. Period. The ambiance and decor is beyond cute, the servers are super nice, the food came out SO fast, the cocktails were on point, and the food was BOMB! Standouts were the crab rangoon with the curry-esque flavor, the Cherry Blossom martini which was a pink lychee DELIGHT, a killer red curry, and an incredibly delish sticky rice with mango! Cannot wait to return! Oh, and a parking lot! Score! read more
4 months ago
1 year ago
We stopped into Rukdiew Cafe for the first time during Portland Wing Week and we had a great time! The featured Crispy Larb Wings had the perfect crunch with bold, tangy flavor -- definitely a fun twist on traditional wings. For our mains, I had the Pumpkin Curry which was delightful. My husband ordered the Panang Curry, also excellent. The decor deserves a mention too -- fluffy white lights, playful hanging ornaments, and a cozy, festive vibe that made the space feel like you've arrived at a party. And then... we spotted the make-your-own cotton candy machine in the corner. Such a fun surprise! Neither of us had done that before, and it was a sweet, lighthearted way to end the night. We'll definitely be back to explore more of the menu. read more
We love going here on our visits to Portland! We especially loved their yin ta fo, which is no longer on there menu so please bring it back! Their decor is so cute! Not the traditional Thai vibe you are accustom to. The service is the best as they ensure you don't leave without their cotton candy machine experience. The parking is limited and tiny along the main busy street. Bathroom is clean. read more
Love the decor and vibe in here! We waited a bit longer than I would have liked to order, but overalll the service was good. The workers were really nice! They have a free cotton candy machine in the corner you can use yourself, which was a fun treat on our way out. We had the tofu fresh rolls with peanut sauce which I would definitely get again. I ordered the pad see ew with pork belly and while I loooved the noodles but thought the pork belly was a bit overdone. If it was more tender I do think the meal could have been 5 stars. I would go back and recommend to anyone looking for Thai in the area! Also the endorphin drink was sooo good (like juice!!) read more
1 month ago
1 year ago
This place is the cutest Thai restaurant around! The decor is fun and whimsy. I ordered the trout with fried rice and it was delicious. The fish was cooked well. The rice was seasoned nicely. The cocktail had a beautiful presentation and nailed it on taste. Service was quick and attentive. Parking can be tricky as it is small but plenty of street parking around. read more
4 months ago
Cute cafe with the most yummy drinks and food. I had the cherry blossom drink today and Thai tea yesterday. Curries are all gluten free! read more
What a stunning little space! Went there for lunch right when they opened so it wasn't very crowded. The food was phenomenal and reasonably priced. We started the meal off with some fried Tofu. It came with a sweet sauce, I myself like a bit of heat so asked if they had anything and they so kindly made me one which was perfect! Then followed that with a Larb Salad, well seasoned and everything tasted super fresh. The green curry was last, we got it with vegetables and while they weren't the 'traditional' veggies you'd expect they all worked well in the dish. They sadly didnt have their famous free to use cotton candy machine up and running, but I know I'lll be back again to try it out! read more
Whenever we come into Portland to visit my wife's family, we end up at Rukdiew. My wife's brother loves the restaurant and it's easy to understand why. It's a small sit-down Thai place with a delightful charm and fantastic food. I've been a total of three time and each time I've been had a fantastic experience. There's a very homey charm with a very pink color scheme for the restaurant and plenty of seatimg designed for parties of 4 or also space to host ten or more. This time around we had the fresh rolls (tofu) and crab rangoon. I got the lava noodles with chicken this time but my go-to the last two times I went before was the trout pad thai. I also sampled a bit of the sun dried Thai pork jerky from the Mom's special menu - the Pad Thai Moo Tod. I really enjoyed the fresh rolls. The vegetables were nice and fresh and their take on tbe peanut sauce was great. It's lighter and slightly spicy but with a fantastic flavor. The crab rangoons are also, as always, amazing. I highly recommend them to anyone, especially if its yoyr first time. The filling is creamy and sweet and delicious. I enjoyed my lava noodle; the broth is a spicy sweet as opposed to spicy. I think my trout pad thai is still my favorite but the noodles were a good change kf pace. All in all, this is a top comfort homey Thai cuisine that you definitely should go for if you're in the Portland area. read more
10 months ago
5 months ago
Just spent $19 on khao soi takeout. I have usually brought this amount of food home with me as leftovers. I was given 5 tiny pieces of shrimp after paying $3 more for this protein selection, and there is barely enough soup broth to make this a proper soup; it's more accurately wet-ish flavored noodles. Prices are going up everywhere but this just feels beyond. Sadly will stop recommending this place and definitely won't be back. And, yes, I did call and politely let them know- the lady told me she'd 'pass it on.' read more
I met a coworker here for a weeknight meal as she reported they had amazing food and a good vibe. It wasn't super busy around 6pm and I was sat promptly. I was waiting on a friend and brought water to drink. The decor is interesting and has a Hallmark Holiday vibe (Valentine's Day plus Christmas plus mother's Day all wrapped in pink chiffon). I had to duck at times since the ornaments hang so low, but it makes it unique for sure. Restrooms were adequate as well. But food stuff now! We ordered the fresh rolls to share, and I ordered the pork larb. The salad rolls were fresh, with crisp produce and a delicious dipping sauce that wasn't super sweet. The larb and sticky rice were delicious, funky with fish sauce, and well seasoned. I was sad they didn't have half of the specials (pork belly!) on their specials menu as I had really hoped for that. But the food was really good, and I liked the focus on being themselves and unique instead of bland inside. I will definitely be back to try more things! read more
1 year ago
5 months ago
Drinks: - N/A Food: - The pad thai is your run of the mill pad thai. It's good, nothing to write home about, a safe and great pick - The Spicy Eggplant is a must get. The eggplant was delicious and the supporting vegetables had a satisfyingly crunchy texture that I really enjoyed - The evil jungle fried rice also a run of the mill item. It's fried rice, what's not to like. It's not gonna blow your mind but at the same time it won't disappoint Ambience: - There's a cotton candy making station near the entrance with instructions on how to use the machine. It's a very fun and playful idea - All the ornaments hanging from the ceiling is a cool sight to see but for taller folks it might feel like a boxing exercise to dodge all of them when maneuvering throughout the restaurant - I like the maximalist décor. They definitely take any opportunity they can to fill up wall space or even ceiling space for that matter which offers a lot to look at. It might get even distracting at times since there's so much going on, but I like it Overall: The food here is good, but to be honest if you're going here it's for the experience. The décor is so interesting and extra (I'm saying this as a good thing). The cotton candy station was a nice touch to offer engagement to the customers and give them something to do while waiting or as a treat after a meal. I think this would be a very fun spot for a date, it's a very picturesque place, If you wanted a soft launch insta story post, this is where you should go. read more
Atmosphere: Very bright and decoratively lit atmosphere with a full bar and bar seating too. Really like the atmosphere for a Thai restaurant Food: Food was delicious. Everything we got was excellent. One of my favorite Thai restaurants in the city Price: Prices were reasonable for sit-down Service: Service was pretty good Parking: Street parking. There's spots available near there read more
11 months ago
Oh man, I've been wanting to try this place for a while and when I saw it on GrubHub, I had to take advantage of it. The first dish I tried was the trout pad Thai and I can't imagine it gets any better than this. 100% my favorite Thai dish to date. The rice itself is so flavorful, and I loved having the option of crispy trout. As a pescatarian, I usually only have the option of vegetable fried rice. I made a second order of trout pad Thai, expecting I'd like it more since pad Thai is my go-to dish, but found that I prefer that dish without the trout and I'd rather order the crispy trout fried rice. I'll have to go in person and check them out. I'm impressed already! read more
2 years ago
The food here is A MUST TRY. I ordered the Lava Coconut Dish and it was incredible. Everyone at the table was so happy with their food. The cotton candy was a great touch for the kids in our group! It's self serve and a fun experience! The inside decor is super fun and well done! Can't wait to go back! Don't forget to order the Mango Sticky Rice! It's one of a kind. read more
We ordered pineapple fried rice, drunken noodles both vegan friendly with lychee hibiscus drink and tamarind juice (all juices are canned). The service is slow. They wouldn't refill the water until you ask them and the food arrived too late like 15 mins apart. We waited after my food was over for the next dish ordered by my friend. They also messed-up our order by adding eggs in them, though they did fix it. The pineapple fried rice weren't really fried rice and were more like curried pineapple rice. There were no vegetables apart from onions in the rice and a weird curry powder mixed in over cooked rice. I didn't like it at all. Though I must say the setting is super cute and perfect for cozy evenings or friendly get together. I wouldn't go back but it's definitely a cute setting and can be visited for pictures. PS: The extra star is for their ambiance only and I wish they would work on their food too. read more
10 months ago
3 years ago
The cocktails are unique, tasty, and very cute. The place is super cute in general. They have a cotton candy machine by the door, which was pretty cool. Food? I had high expectations after reading all the great reviews but honestly everything just tasted ok. Not horrible but not great. Prices are reasonable. Definitely reminds me of farmhouse Thai, but in my opinion the food at farmhouse is better (just way more over priced). Don't bother with the tiny parking lot. Just park on the street. read more
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