I've been coming to Ginger Thai Kitchen for well over five years, and it never fails! One of the…read morethings I enjoy most is trying a different dish whenever I come in, and over the years I've definitely found a few favorites. The green curry is one of my go-to dishes--rich, flavorful, and always satisfying. The eggplant sautéed with chili oil is another favorite and has such a great combination of flavor and spice. This time I tried the shrimp Pad Thai, and it did not disappoint. The noodles were flavorful, the shrimp were cooked perfectly, and everything tasted fresh. After more than five years of visits, I love that I can still come here, try something different, and leave happy. Definitely one of those reliable spots I keep coming back to!

9.5/10 Absolutely…read moreamazing, hands down the best Thai food in Salinas! We ordered the Pad Thai, Panang Curry, and Nam Sai, and every dish hit in its own way. Starting with the Pad Thai, we ordered it with beef and it was easily the star of the meal. Perfectly cooked soft noodles with a savory, slightly sweet sauce that was incredibly well balanced. The beef was tender and flavorful, and the addition of diced nuts added a great crunch and texture that tied everything together beautifully. The Panang Curry was also excellent. Rich, creamy, and full of flavor. It came with chicken, green beans, and bell peppers, all of which tasted fresh and perfectly cooked with a nice bite. The curry sauce was smooth and comforting, soaking into the dish incredibly well. A must-order for curry lovers. Lastly, the Nam Sai reminded us a lot of pho. On its own, it was a bit light and lacked salt, but once we added our own seasonings, it really came alive. After adjusting it to taste, it was delicious, comforting, and perfect for warming up. Service was fast and efficient, and the restaurant was clean and well kept. The ambiance was beautiful. A very nice, welcoming spot to enjoy a meal.

Look! Never judge a book by its cover. I tried it the first time this hole in wall Chinese /…read moreVietnamese cuisine is a delight the price is affordable plus it's delicious. The owners are accommodating & very nice. Spoke to the owner he told me they have been in business for 28 years! WOW! I will definitely comeback for more deliciousness. Support local businesses they're the best.

One of the better pho places in Salinas. As soon as you walk in they are ready to take your order…read more The owner will greet you warmly. I asked for something off menu, Bo Luc Lac..marinated beef. Obviously they didn't have it but the owner joked and asked how we knew about that because we weren't event Vietnamese. Well..we love the food! Their pho and rice plates are really good. They are Bay Area good. Don't have to drive to the bay to get the same taste. I prefer this place over the other Vietnamese places offering pho in Salinas. This place isn't stingy. I would recommend this place. It is clean. Cleaner than Bay Area Vietnamese spots.

Came across Thanh Loi restaurant on a trip back from Paso Robles to Bay Area. Many that often…read moretravel the 101 corridor will quickly notice there are limited options for Asian foods let alone Viet food. Wife and I rolled the dice on this restaurant due to the food selections it offered and glad we did! Don't let the name fool you, it offers more than just pho, there are rice plates and vermicelli bowls. The restaurant is bright and spaces, the owners are an elderly couple that greet everyone upon arrival. We felt at home with the initial interactions received was very welcoming. The food was on point with all the flavors and ingredients present. The staff checked on us at the right time and frequency, which some restaurants overlook this simple practice. In my opinion considering this is Salinas and not San Jose, it is very acceptable for the area if you are seeking Vietnamese food. If you are using San Jose as a baseline, find the nearest Panda Express to hold you over until you get to San Jose. Overall we had a pleasant dining experience and Thanh Loi does deserve a try, we will be back whenever we are in the area.

Came here with the family for a quick meal, and we were really impressed! It was hard to decide…read morewhat to order because the menu is huge and everything looked so good. I ordered the beef stew with egg noodle soup, and it came with a generous amount of tender beef and a really flavorful broth. Their pho broth is also excellent, and the meatballs are delicious. One of my favorite things was the sautéed chili oil they put on the table--it added such a great kick to the soup! The avocado smoothies were fresh, creamy, and not overly sweet. Even though the restaurant was packed, the service was fast and our food came out surprisingly quickly. Great food, generous portions, and efficient service. Definitely a great spot for Vietnamese food in Salinas.

A Long-Time Customer and a Big Fan of Saigon Noodles!…read more I have been meaning to write this review for a long time, and I think it's finally time to show my appreciation for Saigon Noodles in Salinas! Not only do they offer reasonable prices, but their food is absolutely delicious. Every time I order from them, the food is just as good as I remember. I've been enjoying their dishes for years, and their consistency is something I truly appreciate. The staff is always friendly, welcoming, and kind, which makes the experience even better. One of my absolute favorite things is their chili oil sauce! It adds such a wonderful flavor, and I honestly can't enjoy my meal without it. Their menu offers a great variety of dishes, and their vegetarian pho and brisket pho are among my favorite choices. It's definitely one of my favorite places in Salinas to enjoy a delicious bowl of pho. I genuinely appreciate their service, the quality of their food, and the consistency they've maintained throughout the years. Thank you for always serving delicious food and treating your customers so kindly. You can always count on having a loyal customer in me! Highly recommended to anyone looking for delicious food, reasonable prices, and friendly service. Thank you, Saigon Noodles!

Chicken wings to go. WTF IS THIS????? Must be new owners or something cause this shit is HORRIBLE.read more

Food was amazing, would recommend. took my mother as welll she said it was wonderful as well. No…read morecomplains about this place. Place is in order very clean. Good customer service will be my go to spot for dim sum.

I bought a slew of dim sum for my wife as a celebration. I wasn't familiar with this place, but…read moreother reviews were good, so I had hope. Since another "Lordly Eggroll" place stopped selling dim sum, I had to find another place that did. I called earlier in the week to put my order in. The lady who took my call was friendly and on her game. Order taken, no need to pay in advance, life is good. I show up at the agreed time and the girl at the counter was also friendly and attentive. I waited maybe 10 minutes for everything to be finished (it was a large order for the family). Nice family owned place. Clean. The food cane out and it was perfect! Admittedly, i couldn't wait on the shu mai. I had to sneak one on the way home. Oh wow! Are they good!! In fact, everything was absolutely delicious! The sticky rice balls in lotus leaf! The Har gao!! It was all just so good!! We will definitely be coming back here for another party order!! My thanks to the company and my compliments ti the chef!!

Always great service whether dining in or carry out. Food is delicious! We eat here often and I…read morehave never had a bad experience.

So I love Chinese food, and am new to Monterey County. Finding my 'go to' Chinese food restaurant…read moreis pretty important on satisfying my food cravings. Eagle was my first stop. We ordered 5 dishes using takeout as we passed through Salinas on our way home. Food was prepared in 15-20 minutes. So far, so good. We ordered salt and pepper shrimp, wonton with peanut sauce, potstickers, sesame beef, and Thai style beef chow fun. None of these dishes stood out. All 5 were very average. No inspiration or exciting preparations here. Even though we ask for spicy preparations, none were prepared spicy. There's nothing wrong with Eagle except the food is very average with nothing to get excited about. I'm looking for more exciting food. The search continues.

We went there Wednesday afternoon!! The salsa was fresh with a little kick!…read moreWe got the Zacatacana plate!! The beef was tender and flavorful!! The refried beans were amazing!1 The whole plate every ingredient was excellent and well done!! We are from Pacific grove -- we will be back!!

Found a little hole in the wall restaurant that was close to our hotel. It is a cute little spot…read more They speak all Spanish but were welcomed right away and told to seat where ever. It is small and seating is limited. There is parking on the street. The drinks come in cans or bottles with a glass of ice. We had some chips and salsa and the salsa had good flavor and a little kick which was good. The food all came out piping hot and yummy. My husband got the chile verde burrito plate which was filled with a lot of meat and the chile verde had a kick and bursting with flavor. My daughter got the flautas plate which for me is taquitos. She said they were good and she really like the guacamole that it came with. I had the Zacatecano plate which came with carne asada, a cheese enchilada, and flauta. It was all very good. I would say of everything the rice was lacking in flavor and a little dry. The beans were okay but did like that it had melted cheese on top.

The service is always great here. I love how they have a bar and an indoor/outdoor area…read more The food has been a hit or miss for me. I've came here for breakfast & dinner. Because of this reason I don't come here often.

The place smells bad…read more Joel would feel as if he's getting infected. Tommy would, too. "Dang!" Cordyceps! Y'all are about to bring in the next 2020! At Elli's in Salinas!

Bread is fresh, service was great, amiable girls working there and that Pesto Chicken Sandwich wasread more

First timer here, ordered take out food was neatly wrapped reminded me a lot of the old togos's one…read moreof my all time favorites ! I chose this restaurant because i have a love of sandwiches , primarily in my area of Salinas... some other places that have been around for a very long time so read my review with that in mind please... As much as i enjoy giving 5 stars reviews to promote new and older businesses local! i must be very honest. I ordered a turkey sandwich with garlic pesto sauce, added extra meat and it came with cheese and lettuce tomatoes. i love sourdough a lot... my bread was very difficult to even bite into literally. I have to say the meat was minimal a thin slice of cheese and i could barely see the added avacado we added. i was hungry the size of sandwich as or looked big 8 inch. i as handed my sandwich and hubby says i hope you enjoy as it was $25 for the sandwich so i knew before i unwrapped it! I'm sorry, but i probably would have to give a 2 for the sauce taste of a hint of garlic pesto sauce is green usually and overall this sandwich was just A lot of "bread" not worth $25 i feel it could of been better ! for the extras we added and barely saw any of it period. In my opinion people making sandwiches either didn't weigh the amount of meats out in sandwiches and don't understand the extra and how much it costed. The presentation of sandwich was very professional. but not worth $25 at all. I hope management sees this review because i was hoping this would have been my new place for a good sandwich. the menu has so many selections. but unfortunately i can't see chancing spending $50 for two sandwich meals also side note: i didn't order full meal either no chips of drink. please give quality and quantity new time to avoid un happy customers. thanks anyways, i hope this place improves for future customers and maybe one day i'll try again?! just a lot of $$ for very little food and mostly bread and way to hard to eat... regards, Corina

Great food every time we've visited! Great service. Plenty of parking and ADA parking also.read more

Door dash delivery was great. Food was not Ordered fried rice with no carrots no peas. Please…read moreadd chopped green onions and scrambled eggs. Well guess what. They didn't care Added peas and carrots and forgot green onions and scrambled eggs Waste of money. Maybe they can't read???? Or don't care about their customers requests?????? The chow mein and wor won ton soup were good. Same as always. Good portions but something was missing. That unique flavor. Not as good as last time.