Best meal I've ever had hands down. Willing to drive another 6-8 hours from San Diego just to eat here again. Its a family owned business with fantastic food and fantastic people. Had the fried wontons and samosas both 10/10. And had the Duck curry 10/10. Genuinely so good I made a review and I don't do these. Not just the best Thai food but the BEST meal I personally have ever h had at any restaurant hands down and I like to eat. When we come back down this place is the first place we'll eat and I'm willing to make that ride down just to eat here again. 100/10 it's unfortunate I can't rate this place higher than 5 stars. You have to try it. read more

This place is a new jewel. Most of the Thai food in this area is just mid so this was a very happy surprise. The decor and vibe are spot on. Our server was attentive and quick to check on us and the food definitely on point. Best Thai food I've had in this area and I've been here for close to 20 years. Prices are reasonable . I will be back. read more

Samuthr Thai Restaurant - Eggplant chicken .. forgot to take a pic before 9 started eating ... yum! - Thai Near Me - San Jose, California

cute new thai restaurant near sjsu that i would recommend people to check out! the food was so good, as well as the service as the person who took our order was very attentive and made sure we were enjoying our meal. portion sizes were good to share between two people, and the atmosphere was nice to enjoy our meal :) would recommend checking this place out if you're in the area! read more

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Out of the 300 different places to eat from within a 30 minute walk inside downtown San Jose, Samuthr is one of the unique eateries for serving up items which are not found nearby. In the picture down below is one of their soup bowls. There were five oddities here: The soup had an unusual color, and might of had vinegar in it. The carbs are the second thing, which are thin white sheets which were folded up. The third item of interest was water spinach in the bowl. The water spinach often gets mushy when cooked, but these were still crisp. Towards the upper part in the picture are the snow ears. The wood ears are more common in downtown than snow ears, as the wood ears show up in hot and sour soups. There is one other restaurant downtown that also serves snow ears, but it is only open for special occasions, and their snow ears were used in dessert instead of soup. Finally at the very top of the bowl was a cube of blood pudding. This had a consistency more similar to silky tofu than to paneer cheese. read more

Samuthr Thai Restaurant - Soup bowl - April 2026 - Thai Near Me - San Jose, California

Had an early dinner here on a Friday night! We were the only customers there, but it eventually started picking up. This Thai restaurant replaced The Nest, and you could definitely tell they put work into renovations and making the place look cute and cozy. We ordered tom yum soup, pad Thai, pad woon sen (glass noodles), and the papaya salad. My favorite was definitely the pad Thai. The noodles of the dish were a bouncier texture that I've never encountered before at other restaurants. The papaya salad was a bit salty for my personal palette, but it was still delectable and I really enjoyed the addition of dry chilis! I'd definitely come back for those 2 dishes. The tom yum soup was pretty good -- standard for what one would expect of it. I probably wouldn't order the pad woon sen next time though; it just had an initial sweet flavor that I wasn't able to put my finger on. Strange comparison but it reminded me of maple syrup in a way (just the initial taste but goes away). Our server was friendly and efficient. The dishes also came out pretty quickly too. Come give this spot a try and support your local businesses! read more

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We came down here for a first Friday, art walk, and came across this place. It presents tastefully to the street so we walked in. It's also very nice inside in a simple way. The name of the restaurant means "ocean" in Thai my wife told me. However, they do have vegetarian dishes available. Along with some chicken dishes. Our server told us that the restaurant has only been open about it, but it was about half full on a Friday night. Our server was very well informed about the menu and was able to check and accommodate my wife's substitutions for her vegetarian, yellow curry with tofu. She had mixed vegetables substituted for the potatoes and instead of rice she had rice noodles. I had questions about several dishes on the menu as I have not seen them elsewhere. That in itself scores points with me. Since the emphasis here is on seafood, I went with the crab curry. This is not the same as the usual yellow curry, although it is yellow in color. It consists of rice noodles with crab on top in a bowl of yellow sauce and is accompanied with pickled cabbage that adds a good crunch and bean sprouts. Flavors are quite good! Those who read my reviews of Thai restaurants know that I'm always asking for the "four condiments". They are not always available, but they are available here. In this iteration, there is an orange sauce that is interesting and hear the Thai Bird chilies are joined with sliced garlic. read more

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Cute little spot on third Street. Good for dates or small family but not great for big groups. Only street parking. Seems like a very nice family run Thai restaurant. There's only one young man working, but he is very polite and efficient. I love their pad thai and will be back to try the curry. read more

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Samuthr Thai Restaurant is in its soft opening stage, but don't let that stop you from trying them out. I had one of my favorite dishes as takeout - Pad See Ew. They were generous with the amount of chicken and overall the ratios of everything were balanced well. The sauce hit all of the sweet and savory notes I look for. The noodles were very tender and had absorbed all of the yummy flavor. I've seen quite a few restaurants come and go from this spot, hoping this one is here to stay. Can't wait to come back and try more of the dishes they have to offer! read more

Samuthr Thai Restaurant - Pad See Ew - Thai Near Me - San Jose, California

Samuthr Thai quietly soft opened last week in the former Nest Asian Bistro. No website, no socials, no "commmeee withhhh meeee" collabs...yet. While in the area, I found them on Yelp while looking for places with outdoor seating. Saw they had boat noodles and khao par mun nuer...sold! M E N U Northern and Southern Thai Cuisine. Def call ahead if there's something on the menu you're coming for. On the day we visited, they didn't have beef/steak so they didn't have two of the dishes we wanted to order (boat noodles and khao pad mun nuer). F O O D * Wings Zapp w/ lemongrass, galangal, kaffir leaves (6 pc-$15): https://tinyurl.com/rz8n94tu Meaty wings with an incredibly crunchy exterior, coated in a bold, flavorful, and tangy dry seasoning (not spicy). The meat was dry tho, likely from a bit too much time in the flash fry. * Chili Garlic Crispy Pork Belly w/ rice ($19.50): https://tinyurl.com/yec3a7yu Crunchy pork belly (not oily or greasy) sauteed in aromatics reminiscent of Chinese salt and pepper chicken wings. * Yen Ta Fo w/ flat rice noodles, fermented bean curd, fish ball, fish cake, wonton bits ($16.50): https://tinyurl.com/yp7zk6t7 With Chinese [teochow] roots, this hard-to-find Thai noodle soup gets its signature pink hue from fermented red bean curd. The slippery, extra wide rice noodles nicely absorb the savory, tangy broth (similar flavor profile to Korean cold noodles: naengmyeon) and it's topped with an assortment of perfectly cooked shrimp, squid, calamari, fish balls, fish cakes, pork blood, and beautiful snow fungus (great for your skin!). The fried wonton skins provided a nice texture contrast. No legit Thai meal is complete without a condiment caddy. There were two pickled peppers (jalapeno + thai bird chili), chili powder, and an orange-pink savory + spicy, sweet-sour vinegar (my fav). S E R V I C E Polite and prompt. We were the only ones sitting outside and our server was there when we needed him. A M B I A N C E Cozy, renovated Victorian home with different dining areas. Charming patio seating with fairy lights. No umbrellas or shade sails. Overall, if you're looking for different Thai offerings other than the basics, give this new family-owned business a try! read more

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Samuthr Thai Restaurant pretty new to the City but got some REALLY good foods good options to offer.. I got The boat noodles taste very similar to the ones I had in Thailand very authentic!!! Crispy calamari also delicious and absolutely Mango sticky rice for my dessert yummmmm!!!! The restaurant environment is clean and comfortable. Give this place a try folks if you want some really good Thai foods.. ® read more

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Really enjoyed my experience here! The food was full of authentic Thai flavors and everything tasted fresh and well-balanced. The staff was welcoming, and the atmosphere felt relaxed and comfortable. Definitely a great Thai spot in San Jose! read more

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Samuthr Thai A Taste of Mae Klong in San Jose California I recently visited Samuthr Thai, and honestly... this place feels like a hidden piece of Thailand. The food So authentic. The owner is local Mae klong town in Thailand and she shared that her mom used to run a restaurant back in Thailand. You can feel that in every dish .It's not just Thai food, it's home-style cooking. Proper flavors, real spice, and that unmistakable mom recipe vibe. I ordered 3 dishes Goong Ob Woon Sen The moment it arrives, the aroma hits first , peppery, garlicky, slightly sweet from the sauce. The glass noodles are soaked with flavor, not dry at all, each bite rich and silky. The shrimp are big, juicy, and cooked perfectly, not rubbery. That sauce at the bottom? You'll want to scoop every last bit. Yum Nam Khao Tod This dish is CRAZY good. Crispy rice pieces mixed with sour fermented pork, fresh herbs, red onion, chili, lime ,every bite is a mix of crunch, sour, spicy, and fresh. The peanuts add nuttiness, and when you wrap it in lettuce... it's next level. It's messy, bold, and addictive ,exactly how it should be. Khao Kha Moo The pork leg is super tender melt-in-your-mouth soft with a rich soy-based braise. The skin is glossy and packed with flavor. The rice soaks up the sauce beautifully. Paired with pickled greens and that dark dipping sauce, it cuts the richness perfectly. This is comfort food at its finest. Everything tasted like I was eating in Thailand ,especially central-style flavors from Mae Klong which is actually where the restaurant name Samuthr comes from. I was actually really lucky... the owner herself came to serve me. She was warm, friendly, and so genuine ,not the kind of service you feel in a typical restaurant. It felt personal. She took her time to talk, explain the dishes, and share stories about her background and her mom's cooking. The atmosphere is another highlight.That bright yellow Victorian house is so eye-catching and cozy ,it weirdly gives a nostalgic Thai feeling, even though you're in California. But Hey... don't just take my word for it.Taste is personal. You have to try it yourself then you will have a new fav Thai spot like me. read more

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They just soft opened so there aren't a lot of people that eat here. The food, service, and ambiance is absolutely amazing. Our server checked on us very often (but this is probably because it was empty). Please eat here!! This is probably my favorite place to eat in downtown SJ right now and I don't want them to close We got the got the crispy pork, pad se ew, and tom yum samuthr. The crispy pork is layered under a very generous amount of sweet crispy fried garlic that tasted heavenly. The pad se ew basically had more meat than noodles and was also very good. But the tom yum samuthr was definitively the highlight for me: 2 massive shrimps that were so incredibly juicy. It came with 2 clams and had scallops and standard tom yum herbs and vegetables. We got it extra spicy, so we couldn't finish it but it was amazing. Definitely eat it with rice if you get it extra spicy. It's a pricey for students but it's very good for occasions!! The crispy pork is definitely good value though, just get it to go with some rice or noodles at home and you have an amazing meal. read more

New favorite Thai spot unlocked! The food here is seriously so good, authentic, flavorful, and hits all the right notes. The service was friendly, fast, and very attentive. The restaurant itself is clean with a great vibe, making it a really comfortable place to dine. I already have a list of dishes I want to come back and try. Definitely a place I'll be visiting again and again read more

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Food is delicious and authentic. Service is great as well, server is very nice and honest. The ambiance is nice, since it's in a small house it feels like home. read more

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New thai spot restaurant in Son Jose. Every dishes I try were great!!! Authentic Thai, flavorful, rich and bold flavors!! Nice decorations with green and red color. If you looking for Thai cuisine. This place won't be disappointed!!! Recommended. Will come back to try the other dishes. read more

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Incredible food at a decent price! Portions are large and flavorful. I went with the staff's recommendation of Khao Pad Chao Lae, a mixed seafood fried rice dish. Every piece of scallop and squid was cooked to perfection, not chewy at all. They don't skimp on the proteins there was plenty. I'd easily come back here if I lived nearby! Don't miss it! read more

Food was really fresh and piping hot with the right amount of spice I really enjoyed the meal Plan to come back read more

The ambiance is very cozy and clean. I tried this restaurant yesterday and returned the next day to try more of their menu options. All, fresh ingredients, hot and they don't miss on one dish! The service has been very attentive and welcoming. Would highly recommend trying! read more

They have real authentic Thai food here. There are different items on the menu that I haven't seen at other Thai places. I got the Tom Yum Samuthr and it was awesome--really bold flavor. I also tried the samosa which was really good. Will be back. The decor is great and the place has a nice vibe. Staff are friendly and it seems like a family-run spot. Definitely worth checking out if you want something more authentic. read more

This is one of my new favorite restaurants I go there everyday to try out their food. All menu are very good and tasty. Especially Khao Tod Nam Sod and Stew Pork Leg are so Yummy. I very recommend to go try out. Every time when I go there. It's feel like home. Inside the restaurant so comfortable and roomy. In the future if they ready for alcohol. I definitely go support them. Because food with drinks is my combination. I give them read more

Walked in on a Sunday afternoon and was greeted by the friendly host. We ordered a couple of yummy plates and it was so delicious. The veggies tasted and looked so fresh. The samosa's were soooo good! And the Thai iced tea was perfect. The restaurant itself was so clean and aesthetically beautiful. When we were done eating I asked to thank the chef, and turns out it was the hosts mom. So sweet! Will be coming back! read more

Delicious food Kind staff Relaxing homey vibe Got the Tom Yum, both the normal and noodle soup, one with crispy pork one with seafood, both had good portion sizes read more

Really good Thai food!! Possibly even the best I've had. Fresh + delicious. The duck curry was exceptional. Look forward to trying more dishes next time! read more

100% the best Thai food I've ever had. You can tell all this food was made with love and every bite of food was incredible. Would 10000% come back. Everyone should definitely try this place. read more

Delicious and authentic Thai classics! The flavors on every dish we ordered were perfect and they had some unique offerings we will definitely be back to try. On top of it all the service was friendly and the restaurant was so nicely decorated read more