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I've been to the other locations in Queens and Brooklyn but this one was just much more expansive in terms of food. The menu has endless choices and includes a vegetarian section as well. The atmosphere and ambiance of the restaurant is very relaxing and low-key. The staff was very attentive and helpful, and recommended some great desserts. There is a parking lot as well, making parking very easy. I had a Thai Iced Coffee to drink. I ordered the Fried Calamari and Chicken Curry Puff for appetizers, the Crispy Egg Noodles and Sautéed Crispy Pork Belly for entrées with Coconut Rice, and Tub-tim Grob and Coconut Milk Agar for dessert. Onto the food!
I enjoy Thai Iced Coffee and it is my go-to drink. This coffee did not disappoint. It was strong but very rich and smooth. It was sweet and creamy and I finished it after 3 or 4 sips (gulps really). To me, it was a solid 8/10.
As always, I got Crispy Calamari because I love calamari. This calamari was disappointing to me. It was very bland with no seasoning at all. The texture was decent and the tempura was very crunchy and stuck to the squid. The squid wasn't very chewy and was pretty consistent and firm. But there was just no flavor at all. There was chili sauce on the side for dipping, which didn't offer much taste. The serving portion was decent but it wasn't worth it in my opinion. Overall, it was a 4/10.
Next was the Chicken Curry Puff. This was a lot better and I enjoyed it. It came with 4 pieces, which was a decent size for the price. The puff was very flaky and you could taste the curry the moment you bite into it. The puff wasn't oily, which was good. Inside was flavorful and you could really taste the potatoes, which made it a heavier and more filling appetizer in my opinion. It came with cucumber sauce for dipping. To me, this was a 7/10.
The Crispy Egg Noodles was amazing! It was a very good portion and came with chicken, shrimp, bamboo shoots, and mushrooms in a Thai-styled gravy. The noodles were crunchy and were perfect for the broth. The broth itself was flavorful and rich, and had a great consistency. It was thick but not so thick where I could not dip my noodles. All in all, this was a solid 9/10 for me.
The Sautéed Crispy Pork Belly was just as delicious as the Crispy Egg Noodles. It was prepared with chili, garlic, and basil leaves and was just full of flavor. This was a really crispy dish with well marinated and tender meat. It was a generous portion and the presentation was really nice as the vegetables added a burst of color. The pork fat was also fried and it wasn't too bad, although I avoided the fat when I could. The chili added the perfect amount of spiciness too. This was a 9/10 in my opinion.
I ordered Coconut Rice on the side. It was slightly sweet with good texture (not too mushy) and was very aromatic. The coconut flavoring paired with the Sautéed Crispy Pork Belly really enhanced the flavors. For me, it was an 8/10.
For dessert, I had the Tub-tim Grob, which was water chestnut and jackfruit in coconut milk served with ice. The water chestnuts are coated in jelly and there are pieces of agar in the milk. Overall, it was a great dessert and it is one of my go-to Thai desserts. It's not overpoweringly sweet and the milk adds a nice rich and creamy aspect to the dessert. The jackfruit was sweet and wasn't limp and mushy, which usually ruins the dish for me. To me, it was a 9/10.
Last but not least was the Coconut Milk Agar, which was another dessert. This is made with coconut milk jelly, coconut jelly, and coffee flavoring. Like the Tub-tim Grob, this wasn't very sweet and had a nice creamy taste. It is made from agar and was just the perfect blend of sweet, creamy, and neutral, if that makes sense. Overall, it was a very flavorful and delicious dessert that is a 9/10.
This was such a great restaurant with a very relaxed atmosphere and excellent service. It's a wonderful place for a gathering with friends or family, a cute date night, or even a quick bite. The menu is so expansive that there's definitely something there for everyone!
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