HIDDEN GEM! The owner and his wife are so nice and welcoming. The place is always clean and the…read morefood looks and tastes fresh. My husband and I are huge fans of the crispy curry chicken with coconut rice. It has such great flavor. We also love the garlic chicken wings. I know, garlic typically is very potent, however, they make a nice sauce that makes it less overwhelming. I love this place! Ps- if you like spice, like really hot source, ask for their spicy chilli sauce. It's VERY hot!

Two visits, spaced about a year apart and it took that long to finally come to terms with the fact…read morethat... we found a place to knock Red Basil from its top-spot when it comes to drunken noodles. The restaurant is tiny and immaculate. From the chairs to the plates to the artwork - everything fits perfectly together (although the "classic rock lite" coming from the speakers might shatter any illusion you had that you'd been transported right into the heart of Bangkok). The food was incredibly vibrant with just the right amount of spice/heat with some other magical components (that's missing from the other local Thai spots we've tried in the past) that had us savoring every bite. The Thai iced tea? Phenomenal and the perfect 'balancing act' while having a dish of spicy food. At first we complained that the portion-size was small but we'd left... stuffed. Our server (Andrew, I believe) as well as one of the cooks that came from the back? Absolutely lovely people that made our most recent visit all the more memorable. Street (metered) parking. Decent pricing. Without a doubt - worth a visit!

Slowly making my way through Jersey's Thai restaurants and seeing which ones stand out... Up next…read moreon my list was Topaz Thai in Belleville, a business that's been sitting in my Yelp collections for awhile. With plenty of positive reviews, I was excited to give it a try! This family-owned biz is on Washington Ave. Parking can be a little annoying since it's a busy street with metered spaces, but there's a small paid lot next door with a limited number of spots. I stopped by on a Saturday evening and was seated right away. The place felt cozy and casual with the charm of a mom-and-pop restaurant. The menu is full of Thai classics, and the lunch specials seem like a great value. Prices are reasonable too, with most entrees under $20. Whenever I try a new Thai spot, I like to get a few staple dishes that I've ordered countless times before. Consider it my unofficial Litmus test! I went with: *Mama Loaded Thai Tacos $11.95 [crispy shells topped with ground chicken, herbs, cilantro, nuts, ginger, and lemon] - Loaded is definitely the right word here. These crispy shells were packed to the brim with flavorful, well-seasoned ground chicken and toppings in every bite. They also served it with a bottle of their EXTRA spicy Thai chili sauce-and trust me, it lives up to its name. Just a few drops had my tongue on fire! They're not traditional tacos, but I liked the Thai-inspired twist on them. The unique flavors were a delicious start to the meal. *Chicken Rama Curry with side of Jasmine rice $16.95 [coconut milk, red curry paste, roasted peanuts, tamarind paste, and fish sauce topped with chicken & mixed vegetables] - The winning dish! The curry was so rich, creamy, and nutty. It was so good that I was tempted to pick up the bowl and drink every last drop LOL. The spice level started off mild, but the heat slowly built up after a few spoonfuls. *Chicken Pad Thai $15.95 [stir-fried thin noodles with egg, peanuts, scallion, bean sprouts, and tamarind sauce] - You can't skip Thailand's national dish! The noodles were perfectly cooked, and they didn't skimp on the protein. I got PLENTY of tender chicken in every bite. The only thing holding it back from being a 5/5 for me was the sauce. Pad thai is known for its balance of savory, sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors, and this was a little TOO sweet for me. The sugar overpowered the other flavors. I wish they had given me a lime wedge to brighten things up. Still, I enjoyed the dish overall and can see it being a hit for anyone who prefers a sweeter pad thai. *Mango Sticky Rice $12.95 [coconut sticky rice with fresh mango and coconut cream] - It's mango season, baby, so there's no way I was leaving without ordering this! The rice was warm, lightly sweet, and infused with a creamy coconut flavor. Absolutely loved the sticky and chewy texture. The mango was more sour/tart than sweet. A riper mango would've made this dessert even better, but this was still the perfect ending to a meal. As for the portion sizes? No complaints. I had leftovers to take home and still felt satisfied. The service was on point! Everyone was kind and attentive. The food came out quickly, so there really wasn't much waiting around. Topaz Thai, you made a strong first impression! Between the homey atmosphere, solid food, reasonable prices, great value, and friendly service, this spot easily earned a second visit. I'm excited to come back and try more menu items!

While Chinese, Japanese, and Korean cuisines seem to grab most of the Asian culinary spotlight in…read morethe US, don't sell Thai food short. It is more than curries and papaya salad. The cuisine takes the perfect blend of spicy, acidic, sweet, and aromatic to form bold and dynamic flavors. Located right between Belleville Park and the Passaic River on a busy Washington Avenue, Topaz Thai is a beloved family-owned/family-run BYOB establishment known for its Thai cuisine. Upon entering as a first-timer, I was greeted by the owner's wife, Bankie, and led to a table by the window inside a cozy, warm, and welcoming dining area with minimal traditional Thai decor. I decided on the Pad Thai () with fried tofu accompanied by Thai iced tea (). The food was incredibly flavorful and fresh, using the best ingredients, resulting in the perfect balance of spices. Every dish is thoughtfully executed and prepared to provide an authentic taste. The tofu was perfectly cooked. Portion size was just right. The staff was warm, welcoming, and very attentive, which made the whole dining experience even better. Since I had the entire place to myself, I had the honor to speak with the cook/owner, Narit. Over the years, it has become a go-to spot for both locals and visitors seeking a genuine taste of Thailand.

I wanted to try a new local Thai place and this place came up. With a colorful exterior it…read moreattracted me to the place. But it has a small interior with only a few tables. You may want to call ahead if you have a large group. We got the tofu pad thai level 1 spice. The kids loved it. It was not fishy at all and had a sweet taste. We also got the pineapple fried rice level 1 spice. The kids loved the cashews and raisins. They werent a big fan of the tofu. We also got the parang curry level 3 spice. It was nice and spicy. The chicken was cooked well with large pieces. It could have a larger portion of rice. The Thai Iced tea was great to balance the spice. The prices were fair. Unfortunately there was only one server so that could be a little better as she was running around on skates doing it all.

This is an excellent Thai restaurant where everything is made fresh. I had the avocado rolls which…read moreare accompanied by a thick plum sauce, along with a vegetarian version of the papaya salad that has a very different tasty sauce. The main entrees were eggplants with four and vegetables, while the king egg noodles were a good pairing. The main woman in charge gives helpful suggestions. I plan to return often.

Food and atmosphere here were great! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with the utmost…read morerespect and the service was very professional. The Pad See Ew and Pad Kee Mao were some of the best i've had, I would definitely recommend!

Really good food, the weather is lovely and the porch was shady at lunchtime. Service was prompt…read moreeven though it was a slow time, our server gave us excellent recommendations!

Always great eats. Authentic dishes and great service. Always get the spring rolls and shrimp rolls…read morefor appetizers. There are so many delicious options for entres. Can't go wrong

- Food was solid and the soup was great. Even though it was only one pork, it was amazing and had…read moregood flavor. I ordered the chicken curry as well because I knew one pork serving wouldn't fill me up. - Service was on point. Didn't wait too long for our food and you can get up to pay anytime. There is also a 6~% discount if you pay in cash ! - Place is a nice sit down spot and has many tables and chairs for a party. Also next to an Asian store where you can buy snacks and groceries after you're done with your meal.

Filipino cuisine taken to another level. Definitely try all you can.Great service, clean…read moreestablishment.

The food here is definitely hit or miss. The beef tapa was delicious and easily the standout, but…read morethe laing, chicken BBQ, and sizzling squid were just so-so. Halo halo was solid. The server was very friendly and attentive, which made for a pleasant experience overall. The ambiance is casual. Not sure if I would come back, 1 dish out of 4 is a bit disappointing. Any other suggestions of what they make good is appreciated.

Was in Montclair and stumbled upon this Thai restaurant. Basil Indian and Thai Grill is a quaint…read morerestaurant located in Watchung ave but the flavors are loud! When we walked in, the food that was cooking smelled delicious and filled the area. We were sat straight away and our food came out very quickly as well. I loved my lychee drink and ordered my pad Thai mild, to be cautious, but I definitely could have handled the medium. My husband and I will definitely be back as we were so happy with our delicious meals! Thank you so much for a fabulous lunch!

Local favorite. So many amazing dishes to choose from. Something for everyone. Went with my vegan…read moresister and meat eating nephew and we were all blown away. The standout for me was the drunken noodles (medium spicy)- just enough of a kick to feel it but not overpower the dish. My husband loves the chicken biranyi rice. Very cute interior and they do take out!

This is a fusion Thai or Chinese restaurant and is not my go-to spot for food for years, and boy…read morehave I been missing out. The place is run during lunchtime with just one woman, cooking, counter and phone service, and watching over two school kids doing there study. So how is the food, well it's really good, it's not the best I had but they are really good. I don't know how they make money but I got the lunchtime meal of Shrimp with Lobster Sauce, Pork Fried Rice, and Chicken Rice Soup for $6.95. They use fresh ingredients, and I was amazed by how tasty where the fresh peas in the Shrimp with Lobster Sauce and the shrimp whereof a nice size too. The rice was cooked just right too. The Chicken Rice Soup was no frills but still had real chicken meat. Dollar for Dollar it was a good meal, I am going back for sure, they have a tremendous amount of menu options to pick from.

First time ordering from here and they didn't disappoint. Massaman Chicken Curry was a large…read moreportion with a perfect level of spice. Chicken and Broccoli had perfectly cooked and seasoned ingredients. Not salty at all. Also had a side of Steamed Greens ( broccoli, string beans and snow peas) with a spicy sweet garlic sauce on the side. Plenty of leftovers too. I don't order Asian takeout often but Thai Nese will be getting more business from me

I was in the area looking for places to eat. Came across this Thai place since Thai food sounded…read moregood in the moment. My friend is not too familiar with Thai food so for appetizer I got us the... The Combo Platter Assorted appetizers platter :Chicken Satay, Spring Roll, Curry Puff, Fried Calamari, Shrimp Tempura, and Mini Salad Everything was really delicious. It took a while to get but well worth the wait. I also ordered her the Tom Ka which she really enjoyed. That's one of my favorite soups! I also ordered us... Guay Tiew Kee Mao (Drunken Noodle) Stir fried flat rice noodle with onion, bell pepper, and fresh basil in fresh garlic chili and basil sauce That is also one of my favorite dishes. It was nice and wet, I always get disappointed when I get this dish with dry noodles. It was also nice and hot when served. I wish it was a little bit more spicy but my friend found the heat perfect. Very nice staff as well. I definitely recommend this place.

So sad to find out that our favorite Thai restaurant closed permanently. It was our favorite go to…read morewhen we lived in Bloomfield and when we moved 30 minutes away we would still drive down to see family and go for dinner or pick up to take home. We had our favorites memorized and could call it in 2 #1s with spring rolls and Thai ice tea. Our go to. I'm so sad it's closed. Nothing at home compares! Thanks for the greatness while it lasted.

This has been a staple in my household ever since I was little. Over 2 decades later and I am just…read moreas obsessed. Family owned establishment, and everything I ordered has been exceptional. I love their wonton soup, nice meaty dumplings and their spare ribs are amazing (will lick the bone clean). I recommend calling for delivery an hour before you want to eat on the weekends, as it does get very busy. If you want to purchase in-store, I waited the longest 20 minutes or so? Just park on any of the side streets, or the parking lot with the yellow poles...never been ticketed parking in this lot!

We just moved to the area & looked for our Chinese food spot for 2 years! We finally found it. I'm…read moresad they don't have scallion pancakes! We drive about 15 minutes and pass countless Chinese food places to get to this one. The boneless spare ribs are phenomenal. Food is always so hot!