Thai Noodles was a staple for our family when the pandemic was in full-swing. They had a drive-thru…read moreback then, but I don't think it's open anymore. Fortunately, the restaurant is still open. They have some of the best Thai food in Louisville. It's not a fancy spot. It's likely out of your way, but definitely worth the drive to Preston. It's one of those places that's good on a cold day, when you need sinus relief, it will pull you through a bout of COVID, it's perfect for anytime you need to eat your feelings.
Tonight's order-
Thai Red Curry
Red curry paste, coconut milk, bamboo shoot, carrot, basil leaves, bell pepper and green bean.
Pad Thai
Stir-fried rice noodle with egg, bean sprout, scallion, your choice of meat and ground peanut.
The portions are huge, but more than one dish feels necessary for achieving the right flavor combinations. The red curry is spicy, the pad Thai is nutty and sweet. Alternating bites is perfect, like dipping a French fry in your milkshake, or adding sea salt to your dark chocolate.
I have other favorites depending on my needs.
Chicken Ginger Rice Soup-Clear chicken broth with ground chicken, fresh ginger, rice and scallion.
This is my favorite if my stomach is off or to grab for my toddlers. It's the only soup that's not spicy, but the broth is so flavorful. It's a win for everyone in our household.
Pad Kee Mao (Drunken Noodle)
Stir-fried flat rice noodle with egg, basil leaves, broccoli, carrot, tomato, onion, bamboo shoot, your choice of meat in a basil sauce.
This one is solid. If you aren't in the mood for peanut flavor, this would be my next noodle choice. Mild will still have a bit of kick, but you can get it as spicy as you dare.
Pineapple Fried Rice
Stir-fried rice with chicken and shrimp, egg, cashew nut, onion, raisin and turmeric powder.
This one should be at the top of your list. Pick your spice level. This one is a winner. If I hadn't been in the mood for curry, this would've been my next choice.
The question isn't should you try Thai Noodles. You should. It's authentic. It's affordable. The service is friendly. This business is definitely worth patronizing. Maybe the question is, how many tries will it take you to find the salt to your chocolate? The shake to your fry? If you end up with leftovers, there are worse things. But, I bet you don't.