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    Absolutely terrible service. It took me over an hour just to get chicken pad Thai do not come here.

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    Sampannee Thai - Top1 Best Thai Food in DC by yelp!

    Sampannee Thai

    4.3(246 reviews)
    0.8 miDowntown
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Large group friendly

    Great food and good service. The pad see eew is outstanding and very delicious. The location is…read moreconvenient to everything.

    This Thai place is aboveground in a splendid brick building. I got a seat near the window. The…read morevarious menus I searched through online were a little unclear, but their current one at the time of my visit offered ample detail on vegetarian/vegan items, of which there were plenty. I sampled a crispy rice salad and some drunken noodles, expecting to eat about half of each. The salad was fantastic, with the light texture of the crispy rice allowing the aroma of lime, chili, and various other flavors to percolate through it. I asked them to hit me with the full spice level for my drunken noodles, and they were venomous, even once I had gotten used to them. The people were preparing some spice trays to be used for ad hoc seasoning, but I had no need of any further chili. A Thai iced tea with lychee I thought was going to be a milk tea, as the term Thai iced tea normally connotes, but it was in fact just tea with fruit. Still good though, and it came with one full lychee. Some of the other people eating around me noted that they planned on leftovers and instead ate everything they got, a comment that the portions aren't huge but also that the flavors are captivating. I finished mine too.

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    Sampannee Thai - Fried fermented rice salad sampannee

    Fried fermented rice salad sampannee

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    Sampannee Thai - Beautiful  Mango Sticky Rice

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    Rimtang - spicy cold noodles -- 8/10

    Rimtang

    4.3(72 reviews)
    0.7 miGeorgetown

    My favorite food stop during my DC trip!…read more I knew they would be busy during lunch based on the reviews so I got there just after 11:30 and most of the tables were full. Luckily, I got seated right away. Super cute restaurant with vibrant decorations. I love the murals and all the little details. My family got papaya salad to share and it was a bit more than mild. The flavor though, amazing! We ordered the tom yum seafood, Penang curry and Pad see ew. Everything was so good! The portion is generous too! Even though we were so full, we still share the must have mango sticky rice and it definitely made the meal completed! Highly recommend Rimtang if you're in Georgetown area!!!

    We came in as walk-ins with no reservation. The staff told us to wait outside for 45 minutes, took…read moreour number, and said they'd call. After walking around for an hour, we came back, but the receptionist informed us that no tables were available yet. Despite the heavy wind, they made us wait outside again. We were finally seated after a total wait of an hour and a half, while some other walk-ins got tables instantly. The terrible service continued inside. The table next to us had ordered 15 minutes before us and was still waiting for their food. It took another 45 minutes for our food to arrive--and that was only because I nudged the staff after 30 minutes of waiting. I've been to many American, European, and Asian restaurants, but none have ever been this slow. Price-wise, the portions were small and the flavor fell short compared to standard Thai restaurants. My husband and I had Pad Thai, seafood Tom Yum, and a platter of boiled vegetables with spicy dipping sauce and sticky rice. The vegetables were overcooked. The Tom Yum cost $30 for a small bowl that could barely feed one person (usually enough for two elsewhere), and it tasted like clam soup with zero lime leaf aroma. The tofu in the Pad Thai was bone-dry and crumbly. To top it all off, the restroom floor was soaking wet due to a leak. On top of that, the restroom was not only soaking wet but also inexplicably freezing, making me feel like I was using the toilet in the middle of a windy ocean. Will definitely not be back.

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    Rimtang - Upstairs seating

    Upstairs seating

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    Chicken Satay

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    Thip Khao - Fried rice Kua Khao Jaew Bong

    Thip Khao

    4.4(1.5k reviews)
    2.6 miColumbia Heights
    $$

    Came here for date night after hearing so much about this restaurant and it didn't disappoint!…read moreLaotian food is always a hit. We had major indecision because there's SO many things on the menu we wanted to try but ended up getting: Naem khao: 4/5 probably better with the sour pork, but loved how fresh this was. It was a large portion too, so we got kind of full from finishing it before our mains even arrived. Shrimp pad see ew: 5/5 the best pad see ew I've had in the DMV. So much wok fire flavor. You can really taste the caramelization. And the large shrimp were velveted which was made it extra satisfying to eat. Also a good shareable portion size! Muu Som: 4/5 this was super rich and heavy. Would get this again only to share with a larger group. Loved that it came with sticky rice. Mango sticky rice: 4/5 delicious but in my opinion didn't need the ice cream on top (my boyfriend thinks otherwise though). Very large portion as well. The cocktails were a little pricy ($15) for what they were but I did love the tamarind margarita. Just wish it was a larger drink or a smaller price tag. Service was very attentive!

    I'm disappointed I haven't ever stopped in here before. I walk by this restaurant regularly and…read morenever thought to check it out. I actually intended to try out the Trini Vybez restaurant next door, but discovered they're closed but their signage is still up. Anyways, I got a seat at the bar for myself and service was great. I was a bit indecisive as the menu is pretty extensive, and I've never eaten Laotian food before. Luckily, it was happy hour, so I was able to sample a couple of their appetizers and their daiquiri which was quite strong. I had the Tam Sum, papaya salad and that was very good with a hint of spice and lime. Then, I also had Chuenh Peek Gai, which was tamarind glazed wings. Omg they were savory and crispy! I loved these. For the entree, the bartender recommended some great options, but I finally settled on Kee Mao, which is flattened rice noodles with stir fry beef and vegetables. It was also a very savory dish, with a sweetness to it. Laotian food is very similar to Thai food and I love Thai food. I will not sleep on this restaurant and will be back soon!!

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    Thip Khao - Inside

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    Thip Khao - Mee Kathi

    Mee Kathi

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    Donsak Thai Restaurant  - Donsak Noodle

    Donsak Thai Restaurant

    4.4(143 reviews)
    1.7 miWoodley Park

    Good quality Thai food at reasonable prices. The dishes were rich in layer and satisfying…read more Corn Fritter: An equisute and interesting appetizer. Corn coated in a thin layer of tempura batter, fried until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, showcasing its natural sweetness and slightly chewy texture. It was somewhat like a Chinese yumi-lao玉米烙 but more moist. The most surprising thing was that despite being entirely vegetarian food, it has the sweetness and meaty texture of fried shrimp paste. The sweet and sour sauce is similar to the Thai sweet chili sauce commonly found in China, but thinner. Served in a small cup, it looked like a cup of black tea, making it more refreshing. Grilled Pork Neck: Very different from pork neck in Chinese Thai cuisine; it's more like Cantonese char-siu叉燒. The pork neck was very well marinated and grilled to a very tender perfection, with a rich and smooth honey aroma, and a subtle wine aftertaste, but it was slightly too sweet for me. Nam Jin Jaew was primarily composed of the tangy kick of lime and the savory saltiness of fish sauce, complemented by the mild spiciness of bird's eye chili, the special fragrance of cilantro, and the sweetness of palm sugar, with a subtle hint of smokiness. It was refreshing on the whole, and incredibly layered - I fell in love with it instantly. Tom Saab Soup: It looked light, but it was surprisingly spicy and sour! The ribs were very fresh, all marbled with fat and lean meat, stewed until incredibly tender, allowing you to taste the natural aroma of the meat. The sourness was subtle, clear, and mild, with a base of lemongrass fragrance that added even more depth. My friend thoughtfully ordered it mildly spicy, but in the end, it just felt like it lacked a kick. Mango Sticky Rice: The best mango sticky rice I've ever had! The sticky rice was cooked to perfect texture and warmth, absorbing the coconut milk flawlessly - neither too watery nor too dry. The first taste was the fragrance of glutinous rice, followed by the sweetness of coconut milk, and a refreshing, slightly tart mango to cut through the richness. Thai Iced Tea: Too much condensed milk, excessively sweet. My friend said it was much sweeter than the last time she had it. Was this a change in the recipe, or did the quality control need improvement? Donsak is a district in Surat Thani, Thailand, and also the hometown of the restaurant's co-owner and manager, Boom, where she was born and raised. The restaurant's introduction states: "When she left for the US, Boom didn't know she wouldn't get to see her home again for many years - and she still hasn't. Donsak is a way around that." No wonder what truly touches the heart, is indeed the taste of love and home.

    Great prices! Especially for DC. Service was very good and the menu is huge! Not the biggest…read morerestaurant but there is outdoor seating when it's nice out. Cocktails: Lemongrass: Like a French 75, I enjoyed this. Passion fruit Marg: Not as passion fruity as I would like, but still enjoyable. Gyoza: Great sauce, good flavor, 5 pieces. Corn fritter: This was interesting and unique. Like healthy sweet popcorn of sorts. Crispy tofu: Not very crispy, I didnt love the flavor of the tofu, sauce was very good. Chive cake: No one enjoyed this. Drunken noodle w/ pork: Solid version with good flavor. Nothing revolutionary, but a good dish. Green curry w/ chicken: I really liked this, quite tasty and a healthy portion of chicken. Nam Kao Tod: Excellent pork dish! Really tasted like Thailand. Som Tam Chaos: Everyone loved this papaya salad. The spice builds up even though it isn't very spicy initaly. One of my favorites. Mango sticky rice: This was devoured quick but I would have liked a little more condensed milk on the rice.

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    Donsak Thai Restaurant  - Interior

    Interior

    Donsak Thai Restaurant  - Panang Curry

    Panang Curry

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    The Regent - Mango & sticky rice

    The Regent

    3.8(531 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    I'll admit that stopped by here for a late(ish) night feeding because it was the first place that I…read moresaw after leaving another business in the area. That said, I was very happy with my this random result. Upon entering the restaurant, I thought the host/bartender/server was super nice and very friendly. For my dining pleasure, I went with the drunken noodles with chicken. While the meal was pretty tasty, I thought the portion size was a bit small compared to the same dish that I've had at other Thai places in the area. While the portion size was a bit smaller for this dish, I did think the prices in general were pretty reasonable compared to other spots in the area. Interestingly enough, I did place an order to go for my family, and the portions for those dishes were pretty standard. One thing that I have to recommend: the chicken wings with the chili sauce. I'll say that the sweet chili sauce was out of this world amazing. The Regent really should bottle this sauce and sell it, because I would totally use this sauce in my everyday cooking. Actually, I probably appreciated the sweet chili sauce more than the chicken wings. ;) Overall, I cannot really complain about my experience at The Regent. Perhaps, I'll return during another one of my random adventures in that part of town.

    Delicious food, quick service, and warm staff. A great asset to the neighborhood that I return to…read moretime and again. The Thai hot level is spicy!!

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    The Regent - Takeout! Generous portions and delicious flavor. Pad Thai, drunken noodle, green curry and pad ga prao

    Takeout! Generous portions and delicious flavor. Pad Thai, drunken noodle, green curry and pad ga prao

    The Regent - Pork basil fried rice w extra veggies

    Pork basil fried rice w extra veggies

    The Regent - Menu posted outside

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    Menu posted outside

    SomTam - thai - Updated June 2026

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