Kind of tucked away in a shopping center, but is a do not miss stop if you want Thai food. The tables are unique and have pictures carved into them, which was probably the coolest feature of the restaurant. Staff are friendly and my favorite thing is the green curry. read more

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Although server was apologizing for being short staffed, she cheerfully kept up with many tables and a steady stream of takeout. Everything we had was yummy, especially the papaya salad and green curry. read more

My fav place for Pad Thai! Consistently delicious. Ordering is so easy online. Pick up is easy & the staff is always friendly. I always order to go, but the restaurant is so cute inside & plenty of parking & seating. read more

One of my go to places for Thai in Charleston. My favorite is their noodle soup but can't go wrong with any of the dry noodle dishes as well. The portions aren't too bad and prices are comparable with other Charleston Thai places. read more

Best experience...Drove from the mainland for this place and am so thankful we did! I have had to eliminate dairy and soy from my diet while nursing my son, who has an allergy, and not only did the staff double check what I could and couldn't have, but w the chef prepared me a dish special without soy so I could enjoy Pad Se ew anyway! If we weren't from out of town, this would be my new spot. Seriously. Go here. You won't regret it. read more

This place BLEW me and my husband away! We came in on a Thursday afternoon and it was pretty quiet atmosphere, but the food was Absolutely incredible! We got the Chicken Panang, Pad Thai, and Duck Soup -- Thai hot -- and it was just what I needed on a rainy day! I'm so excited to have found the perfect Thai to add into our rotation! read more

Order from Thai Elephants via Uber Eats. The food was delivered still piping hot! I was very impressed! I ordered the green curry with chicken and the Tom Yum soup. It also came with white rice. The green curry with chicken was delicious! However, I would've liked the curry to be slightly thicker, it was a watery consistency. It also did not have too much veggies. Green curry generally comes with eggplant, peppers and bamboo. However bamboo was lacking. It was also shocking that they did not ask about spicy level as the curry was really not spicy at all, which is good for me! The Tom Yum soup was gigantic! I had no idea it was the same size at the chicken curry. The broth of the soup had a kick to it and filled with veggies. Overall, it was solid. A few things I would change otherwise my delivery was excellent and food was still hot! read more

Thai Elephants Restaurant - Tom yum soup - this is a large size! - Thai Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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This is my favorite Thai restaurant in the area! The food is fresh and delicious, and the restaurant inside is really pretty with detailed furniture. I usually get takeout and it is super fast. My favorite dish is the drunken noodles with chicken. Edamame and spring rolls are also staples. My son also loves this restaurant and he tends to be picky. Great food, very good quality. Highly recommend! read more

Thai Elephants Restaurant - Drunken Noodles - Thai Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

"What do you want for dinner?" seems to be the hardest decision some days. Today we decided to try some pleace new (to us). Corey brought up Thai Elephants, someone at the tattoo shop he works at had brought some in for lunch, and he said it looked delicious. Upon walking in, you are greeted with a friendly smile and hello. You can choose where you want to sit. It's not a very big place, but it's definitely a busy place. We saw I don't even know how many pick-up orders go out the door. And the tables were almost all full. The table and chairs have some beautiful carving in them, very nice touch! We ordered crab wonton and the fried gyoza to start with. Both were really good. A perfect crisp to both on the outside with a melt in your mouth taste. I ordered the pineapple fried rice. It was so delicious, a hint of pineapple taste followed by curry. The cashews in it were a nice touch as well. There was enough left over to bring home for lunch tomorrow. Corey had the drunken noodle. He said the flavor was perfect, tastes just how it's supposed to. Basil-ly and all. The only downfall was that he didn't know you could make it spicy. But now he knows he can add the heat for next time. Overall, we are both pleased we decided to try a new place, one that we will be coming back to! read more

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Food was AMAZING! And it's beautiful inside. We came in a little close to closing but the staff was still so very nice.

I decided to check out this Thai restaurant on my way to Folly Beach in Charleston... Well, despite being a Labor Day weekend, the place was empty...which I didn't mind at all! The place had somewhat of a dark vibe with all the dark wood, but intricately carved wooden tables were Gorgeous!! I also loved the cool A/C and the French overhead music they were playing. The place was not only nicer, but much more upscaled than it appeared in Yelp pics. I wanted to try their fancy Pineapple Rice dish, so I was disappointed when the waiter said they didn't have the actual Pineapple (again, more Covid era disappointment?)...so I opted to go with my usual order of Red Curry, which was solid. I also tried their version of Taro Coconut Soup...but their version was warm (not cool like the one I tried in GA recently). Delicious, but think I prefer the cool soup...especially on a hot day. Well, the pricing was a bit shocking....in that my lunch costed much more than I had anticipated. Apparently they don't have lunch pricing, and the price points for my curry dish and soup dessert amounted to $38 with tip. As much as I enjoyed their food and ambiance, there were a few disappointments. Still, I'm tempted to return in the future to try more items on their menu. Hopefully, they'll have the Pineapple Rice next time? read more

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We had mommy daughters night out last week and was wanting to eat Italian food next door but the wait time was too long for us so we check out this Thai Elephant next door. The hostess was friendly and she was overseeing pick up /take out/ answering calls/and wait table as well. She told us they were short staffs but able to seat us down. Our waitress was so busy that night but she was able to come and check on us and make sure our drinks refilled except my water. We ordered some appetizers and had spring rolls and chicken satay and both kids stated that the chicken satay were good. The spring rolls were okay iN my opinion. My oldest daughter had pad see ew noodles with shrimp and it was good. My youngest daughter had the side fried rice and it was a bit pricey for the side. I had pad woon sen and I asked for thai spicy but mine came not spicy and I asked for spice and she gave me chili powder and I didn't taste what I thought its gonna be with chili powder instead of fresh chili. Overall, it was good dinner but its on the pricey side. read more

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Favorite Thai spot in the tri-county area. Thai Elephants Restaurant on James Island offers a delightful culinary journey through authentic Thai cuisine. The restaurant boasts a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for a casual meal or a special occasion. The menu features a wide array of traditional Thai dishes, each prepared with fresh ingredients and bursting with flavor. Standout dishes include the aromatic green curry, the savory pad Thai, and the flavorful pineapple fried rice. I also recommended the red curry and pad see ew. The friendly staff provide attentive service, ensuring a pleasant dining experience for guests. Whether you're a longtime fan of Thai cuisine or looking to explore new flavors, Thai Elephants Restaurant is a must-visit destination on James Island. read more

Clean and beautifully decorated with handcrafted tables and chairs from Thailand. Excellent choice of your in the mood for Thai food. We started with the spring rolls and they came with four which is so much easier to split thank the usual three you get everywhere else, hot and delicious. I had cashew nut with shrimp and my husband had mixed vegetables with squid. We both ordered a level three spice which was fairly spice so beware if you don't like too much. Crisp, fresh, protein and vegetables. Great portion sizes. Delicious homemade sauces. Quick and friendly service! read more

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When my boyfriend and I first entered, the lady at the front was not pleasant or even really greet us. We sat down immediately and looked over the menu. A new girl came to help us and she was friendly - she took our drink orders and then food orders shortly after. We had ordered chicken pad thai and veggie pad see ew. These dishes came out piping hot and we both got high spice. The spice definitely came through and was made worse by the hot temperature but I loved it. Large portion and camw out fairly quick! The first girl we encountered eventually changed attitude which was fine mid way. I would visit again when back in town! read more

Thai Elephants Restaurant - Chicken Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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The food was so delicious that I visited 3 times during my trip to Charleston. The soups were out of this world. I tried both the Tom Yum and Tom Kha Gai and they were both 10/10. read more

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This is my go to spot for take out Thai food! I usually get the pork Pad Thai or red curry of which both are delicious. The food is always ready in timely manner. I would definitely recommend checking them out if you are having a craving for Thai food! read more

Thai Elephants Restaurant - Pork Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Wow! We were visiting Charleston, wanted to get some Thai food for takeout and came across this place on yelp. While Thai food is probably my favorite kind of food, some restaurants can be hit or miss; however, Thai Elephants did not disappoint! Even though the Panang curry (with tofu) was not as sweet/peanut-y as I would've liked, I still LOVED the balance of flavors in the curry and did not miss the sweetness at all. And the crispy spring rolls??? Omg they had to have been some of the best crispy rolls I've had, lol. My husband also got the Panang curry and enjoyed it as well. Overall, we were very pleased with our experience at Thai Elephants! read more

While this restaurant has Thai in the name, it really is a fusion spot. As my husband points out, they don't serve sushi in Thailand. But, that's fine, it was still very good. Met a girlfriend for dinner and we started with the curry puff and the gyoza. The gyoza were amazing! The curry puffs were bland, not much flavor and I wouldn't bother again. For dinner, my friend had the mango roll and raved on it. I tasted the mango sauce that was lightly dripped over the roll at it was very fresh and full of rich mango flavor. I wanted something Thai so I ordered the Larb, medium spice - yowza it was spicy. After we finished our meal I asked about dessert, hoping they would have a sherbet or something to whisk away the heat. No luck, just mango rice. I really enjoyed the food here and the menu has lots of other things I'd like read more

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This was the most delicious Thai food we've ever had! And we LOVE Thai food. What a blessing this sweet gem of a restaurant is -- tucked away on James Island and away from madding crowds. If it wasn't 6 hours from my home of Boone, NC -- I'd go there every week. We also loved the atmosphere and wait staff. Kudos! read more

Needed a Thai fix while in SC! We ordered take out from Thai Elephant. Delivery took longer than expected by the food still arrived hot! We order green curry with tofu and drunken noodles with tofu plus crab wontons for apps! flavors can be increased a couple notches but the portions were large and it satisfied us. read more

Thai Elephants Restaurant - Green curry, drunken noodles and crab wonton - Thai Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Literally the best Thai food I've had since my adventures in Thailand! I'm local and come here often. The service is always fast and friendly, and the restaurant is cozy and well designed. 10/10 would recommend! read more

Go to restaurant for Thai. Love the chicken fried rice and nom tak with side of sticky rice.

I went to Thai Elephants to pick up lunch to go. The woman I interacted with was super nice and offered to help carry the food to my car since I had my hands full. The Thai iced tea was delicious, and all the food I ordered was good. I didn't get spicy this time because someone in our party can't handle spicy food, and I'm looking forward to trying other dishes here and getting it SPICY!! I was surprised by how warm and inviting the restaurant felt, the carved wood chairs are a nice touch, and I hope to dine in next time. read more

The food is terrific as is the ambiance. We love that on Thursdays wine is half price. Wait staff are incredible.

OMG the prices at this place is completely out of this world, talking NYC prices. I ordered the red curry beef and that was $19.60 and hubby had the beef basil which was also $19.60 except his came with some sort of ground beef which he did not appreciate. The flavors are good but the price compared to the portion don't make much sense. read more

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It was just okay. Nothing to write home about. I guess it's fine in a pinch????????????

I came here for a friend for dinner and we had a wonderful experience! This is one of her favorite Asian restaurants in town. Inside it is very well decorated with modern Asian décor that you can see in their tables and chairs. For appetizers, we shared the Crab Wonton Appetizer which was really good and had a fair amount of filling. You can really judge a Thai restaurant by their duck and they really hit it out of the park with their Thai Basil Duck with Rice. The duck was savory and flavorable and the thai leaves that came with the dish were very crispy and added a lot of flavor to the dish. Their food presentation was spot on. My friend got the Assorted Nigiri with Tuna Maki which she loved. Overall, this is a solid choice for whenever you crave Thai food or sushi! read more

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Food was very good. Pad Thai is excellent, green curry with rice was excellent. They forgot 1 part of the order so check before youbleave the store.. Take out only, no dine in. Used their online app to order, it was simple and worked well. Overall a good experience. read more

Service was excellent and food order arrived quickly. Food was good, although the mild was a little too mild. Our server did not ask what level of heat we wanted. The ambiance was nice in regards to Thai furnishings. The acoustics made it challenging to have a conversation at our table. Very noisy with all the guests talking. I would try this place again, specify a little more heat and take my order as a carry out on my next visit. read more

We are regulars at this wonderful Thai food restaurant and the staff are so friendly to us! The food keeps us coming back time and time again. So of course we are getting takeout here during social distancing due to the pandemic. What a special treat to get food to go yesterday! My absolute favorite dish is the drunken noodles. I like it medium spicy which is just right. The delicious sauce and noodles with tasty grilled chicken and veggies is the ultimate comfort food! My only problem and is I can't stop eating it - LOL. Other favorite dishes - chicken fried rice and the Panang curry with steamed tofu. When we are able to dine in again, we always enjoy the decor - beautiful carved tables and chairs. Please #StayInSupportCHS read more

Thai Elephants Restaurant - Tasty drunken noodles with chicken and veggies - Thai Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

This is our go to date night restaurant. The food is always outstanding, fresh and exactly the way we want it as far as spiciness. You can ask them to make it more or less spicy depending on your taste. We've tried a variety of items on the menu, but almost always end up ordering the pineapple and rice. Your choice of meat, and it's cooked inside a half of a whole pineapple! So delicious. Sometimes if they run out of whole pineapples, they will make the dish with sliced pineapple instead. They also sometimes substitute or add different types of fresh vegetables. The last time we were there, they forgot to put the cashews in the dish. It makes a difference for sure, but not to the quality and awesomeness of the overall presentation and taste. The tide tea is a hit with my sweetheart who has lived and traveled in Thailand. They have a small variety of cold beer, different wines and spirits. The restaurant can get a little bit loud, but nothing upsetting. It's always a nice vibe. We prefer to go a little later when there may not be any children. It is a small, intimate restaurant. Lots of different types of seating. The washrooms could be a little bit cleaner, but generally this resto is kept clean. Parking can be a little bit congested on Friday or Saturday nights. You just have to park a little further away in the shared parking lot of the small strip mall. Prices are totally fair for this type of service and food. The service by the way, is always outstanding, friendly and prompt. Everybody always gets excited about the tables and chairs here. Absolutely gorgeous, hand carved and extremely heavy tables and chairs. A must see if you've never been here! read more

Thai Elephants Restaurant - Pineapple, chicken and rice. Totally awesome dish! - Thai Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

3 stars for willingness to make dishes gluten free Had Massamun curry with tofu. I have eaten this at many restaurants but never had it be sweet. I asked what sweetener was used and was told palm sugar. I asked if I could request food without sugar and was told no. I have been at a restaurant where the pad thai was sweet, also not to my taste. Wont be returning read more

We recently experienced Thai Elephants Restaurant for a large carry out order during a family stay on Folly Beach. Thai Elephants was only a fifteen minute drive from the beach. The ladies on the phone taking our orders were very patient explaining the ingredients of each dish for our gluten free and shellfish/fish sauce allergies within the group of twenty. It took just under an hour for the large order to be prepared. For others with GF and fish allergies - its pretty tricky to find any options here; however, the tom ka ghai can be revised to be made without gluten and fish sauce/oyster sauce upon request. Most entrees were around $12 - $13. The tom ka ghai was tasty but not as flavor-packed as I would prefer. I'd recommend dining in versus carryout at Thai Elephants Restaurant because the space is incredibly charming and well decorated. The small space had a really fun vibe with hand carved tables and low lighting. read more

I thoroughly enjoyed my meal here! I ordered the cashew chicken to go. I do wish that the prices were lower, as my portion was not very large. Flavor was fantastic and customer service was pleasant. Definitely stop by to try this place! read more

Was craving Thai food so decided to try this place out rather than going downtown. Plenty of parking in the parking lot. The open sign was on but the sign on the door said closed so we were confused when walking up to the place but saw a party of people sitting inside so we could tell they were open. Only 1 party was in there so plenty of seating open. The inside is nice with lots of tables that are carved beautifully and really adds to the ambiance. Looked over the menu and had plenty of choices. Only thing that is confusing is that they have a lunch menu but it's only M-F but then they also have lunch prices on their main menu...only a few dollars difference but we came on a Saturday and paid full price. You get a large portion! Even took some home. Got the pad see ew and pad Thai. Both delicious but missing a hint of heat for the pad Thai. Some restaurants allow you to pick your heat where this came as is and felt like it was missing something. The food was fresh and I would come back in the future. read more

Thai Elephants Restaurant - Pad Thai with chicken - Thai Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

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I went to this restaurant because I was on James Island. I wanted Thai Food but didn't feel like driving to downtown Charleston. I read the reviews and decided to go. I was hungry... so I ordered Pad Thai with cihicken and shrimp, side of fried rice and chicken wings. The fried rice was very good... very light and fluffy. The wings were good too. The pad Thai was good but if you do not specify the seasoning, whether mild through spicy, I believe they automatically give it to you spicy. The host did not ask either. I would have enjoyed it better if it wasn't spicy asf ! I was a little upset, bc I couldn't eat it all. I would go back and give it another try. I am curious to try other things. The pad Thai is my go-to that determines if I go again. Definitely try it out though. read more

The quality of the food, and the service has deteriorated over the past couple years. When they have one waitress for the entire restaurant, and she's busy handling takeout orders instead of attending to the tables, something is way off. Food quality has deteriorated. read more

It might be because of the long drive, But it was totally worth the drive we ordered papaya salad, sticky rice with mango, and crab wontons to kick off our evening. Overall chill, fun atmosphere, ages varied, delicious food and wonderful service. This is our new Thai spot! I'll return to test the sushi next time! read more

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Open again on Sundays! This is the best Thai restaurant that I know in Charleston. Not only is the food delicious and authentic, the staff are incredibly knowledgeable, accommodating, kind and good souls. read more

Thai Elephants Restaurant - Thai Elephants staff with glowing birthday surprise: yummy mango and sticky rice! - Thai Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina