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    Thai Boat

    4.6 (31 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Menu 7/7/26
    Nikki S.

    Website was down so here's the menu. Food is good, wonton skewers are very good. Street parking.

    Bangkok chicken
    Tee B.

    Girl dinner on a Saturday night @thaiboat.rva in the heart of the Fan is a cute whimsical authentic Thai spot I think you might enjoy! We were greeted and seated quickly (it was later in the evening) and our waitress was energetic and engaging as she gave us a run down of her favs and popular items! From her recommendations we ordered the crab rangoons (3.9/5)the filling was seasoned and they were served hot, the sauce was a bit sweet but tasty! Mimi ordered the Thai Mafia and baby shout out to the bartender (10/5) good and strong lol! For our entree's Mimi ordered the Khaw Pad Poo crab fried rice (4/5 plenty of real crab meat where we did get a shell or two which happens, huge portion and tasty) and I ordered the Bangkok chicken dish (which was also recommended was good, chicken was crispy, veggies fresh, added a bit more heat by using some of Mimi's sauce tho some of the peppers were already spicy in my dish I was just looking for a wow factor maybe a bit more salt/flavor idk 3.1/5 and they served their white rice in the shape of a kitty lol loved the details). I adore their space/atmosphere which is great for late evening meet ups or girl dinners like we did! If in the area give them a go!

    Rice
    Rachel K.

    Thai Boat is an amazing new place that opened up in the Fan. I loved all they had to offer! The service was amazing, the portions were large, and the prices are fair. I loved the presentation of each dish, they put a lot of care into it. Highlights of my visit were: - Pad Kee Mao with Tofu (Drunken Noodles) -Rice was in a cute cat shape! -my dish came in a cute boat With its proximity to bars and Carytown, this would make a great date night spot.

    Pad Thai
    Lauren S.

    Instant new fav spot in RVA. The interior is cozy and eclectic, super fun vibes, and the bartenders and staff are awesome. The cocktail list is one of the absolute best I've seen in a WHILE. Love that everything on it has a bit of tropical vibe, especially their mule. Their food (we got pad Thai and crab fried rice) was fantastic! Cannot wait to go back here every chance possible.

    shrimp spring rolls
    Tatyana T.

    This place has such great food, great vibes, and wonderful staff. If they had a better happy hour, I'd be here all the time! Some of the best thai food in the area, but a little on the pricier side. Will definitely be back though!

    Pad See-Eaw (so cute in the boat dish)
    Amanda E.

    Really great Thai spot. Husband and I got the Moo Ping as an appetizer and entrees were Pad See Eaw and Thai Basil. All were amazing. If you like spicy, try their dry chili seasoning but use sparingly. Staff was super friendly and food was good in timely manner and definitely fresh to order. I'd say this Thai restaurant is on par with somewhere like My Noodle Bar. Oh and the two cutest things were shaping the rice into a cat and serving my entree in a boat dish.

    Crab Rangoon
    Stephanie B.

    Enjoyed a warm lunch on a cold Saturday afternoon with a friend. We skipped cocktails today opting for Cokes and started with the crab rangoons and pork belly. Those were prob the best rangoons I've had in my life!! For the main I had the red curry and my friend had a soup. Both were delicious and enough to take home for a second meal. Service was attentive, the fella was happy to offer recommendations. The only con was how freezing it was in there. Cold enough where everyone had their winter coats on while eating. The metal seats prob made the situation worse. Regardless would go back to try something different (on a warmer day)

    Green curry and rice
    Megan F.

    Very cute, intimate vibe with funky decor. Vibrant bar with a local feel. Large menu and awesome service. My friend ordered the pad Thai which arrived in a wooden boat! My green curry was really good as well.

    Pad Thai
    Bronte G.

    My seven year old writes: They give you free soup and if you get a big enough dish they'll give you a boat dish and it smells amazing

    Chef Special Pork Belly
    D J LaDee F.

    Food was delicious and the service was great! Friendly and welcoming!! Will come back soon!! Ambiance was beautiful!! Wonderful vibe!

    Khaw klook kapi
    B. W.

    Been really excited for this place to open! Really great unique Thai food, as well as great service and atmosphere. I will definitely be coming back!

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    Incredible food, and deals! The best! Boat runs a tight operation and knows what's up with making a manhattan

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    22 days ago

    Very good food and cocktails. During HH , believe it's $4 off drinks and $12 pad Thai. Boat (owner) is also great and very friendly.

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    9 months ago

    Nice Corner Spot. Vibrant but intimate atmosphere. Friendly Service. Great Drinks. Must Try. 5 Stars.

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    4 months ago

    Amazing food, great drinks, great owner. Give this spot a try if your traveling through richmond.

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    7 months ago

    The food is unbelievably delicious. Richmond was missing a good Thai restaurant, and I am so excited it's arrived. This place is a gem!

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    Amazing service and food!!!! The decor and music is also so fun. Would recommend Thai Boat 100% of the time.

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    I was excited to have an opportunity to take my wife to a dumpling house that is actually nearby…read more We were not disappointed. The space is huge for a walking-mall restaurant, with several dozen tables and booths. Music is nice background not overly loud. Service was absolutely excellent and food came out within minutes. Empty dishes picked up within seconds. We ordered an appetizer of crab rangoon. It came to us hot and tasty but to be honest it had little to no fake crab in it. That was a little disappointing. For our mains I had chicken stir fried noodles and pork soup dumplings. When it was put in front of me I thought the noodles looked like a smallish portion but this turned out not to be the case -- the dish was more than adequate and very nicely composed. I enjoyed every bit of it but barely finished it. The soup dumplings were umami-on-a-spoon. Served in a steam basket, these were very warm and the broth inside was just perfect. I thought it was a tad salty, my wife disagreed. And since it was her main course and not mine, I will bow to her opinion. This was a nice casual meal, especially for the price. If you go, do not pass up the opportunity to walk up to the bao station and watch the food being made. Our server encouraged us to do this, and it was really interesting, and the staff doesn't seem to mind the attention!

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    Native Plate

    4.4
    (222 reviews)
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    We arrived on a Thursday around 8 pm. The parking here is street parking, which is hit-or-miss. We…read moreparked within a half-block, so it was not a long trek. The entryway is interesting and provides some shelter from the rain, allowing you to manage your umbrella before entering. We were seated within seconds, and our server, Liza, came by very promptly with some water for our table. I felt slightly anxious at first, being that we were in a cozy two-top amongst the fray, but it subsided quickly because everyone was respectful and reasonably quiet. We ordered the veggie spring rolls to start, and I had the Chinatown Ramen, and my partner had the Chicken Fried Noodles. The appetizer was hot, savory, and spicy with the duck sauce and hot mustard mixture. If you like milder sauce, do not mix it. The entrees came out within five or so minutes of the appetizers, which seemed quick for a busy night. The ramen was spicy, hot, and filling. I was only able to finish about half. We will be enjoying those leftovers tonight. My partner said that her noodles and chicken were well-seasoned and delicious, too. Looking around the restaurant, it is clear that they support the local LGBTQ+ community, and it is even labeled as a Safe Space on the beautifully manicured, makeshift chalkboard/menu/posting board. The clientele and staff alike seemed warm and kind, based solely on limited interactions and observation on my part. If you are looking for a traditional American-Chinese food restaurant (think buffet-style items), this is likely not the place for you. There were no mishaps or snafus with our orders. Liza performed her duties well, and I can surely recommend this restaurant to anyone who doesn't mind a mix of Japanese and Chinese cuisine.

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    Sabai

    3.9
    (643 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    First visit here, and the experience was good. It was recommended by my step-daughter, and we came…read moreby for an early dinner right when they opened. Parking is available on the side, or you can usually find street parking nearby. I really liked the industrial atmosphere, especially the swings, but we ended up sitting closer to the bar area. Our server was super nice, and the service was quick throughout the meal. FOOD REVIEW Sabai Platter - 3/5 Not bad for shareable during happy hour, but some of the items were just okay. Pad Thai - 4/5 The flavors and spice level were balanced really well. Pla Muk Tod (Calamari) - 4/5 Good overall, but I wasn't a big fan of the dipping sauce. Pik Gai Tod (Wings) - 4/5 Flavorful and really good. Moo Sam Chan (Fried Pork Belly) - 4/5 Tasty and flavorful, though a little over-sauced for my preference. DRINK REVIEW Thai Tea - 5/5 Refreshing and enjoyable. Thai Mojito - 5/5 Really good and refreshing as well. Overall, good food, great drinks, and friendly service.

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