EDIT: LOL, as predicted, the happy hour is no longer 7 days a week. I've probably eat at this place 75+ times between studying for board exams, working from home, and celebrating with friends and family over the last five years. They are great for my milk allergy with their yummy ice cream and general awareness. I have a love for the Tom Kha Gai coconut chicken soup here, the red curry veg, and most of the noodle dishes. This is my favorite tom kha and pad Thai in the city, hands down, and I've eaten a lot of tom kha and pad Thai. We also got a special order chocolate cake with mocha icing for my graduation, and my parents said it was one of the best chocolate cakes they've ever had. Their happy hour, which is 7 days a week, is very generously food heavy (which is nice for non-drinkers.) The basil fresca and happy hour Thai tea are the most reasonable things on the menu. That being said, the general concept kinda keeps getting worse as time goes on - prices are higher, staff is less friendly with fewer old timers. The switch from QR ordering to full service was not proceeded by enough staff or training, so I found it just takes me longer to get my food or I have to leave my stuff at a table and order at the counter. I've tried occasionally to just sit down, particularly when I am outside with my dog, but I've only had someone come take my order once in the 5+ times I've done that since the switch. Less homey or comfortable overall. The 15% fair wage fee is a fairer characterization of what tips function as in the US. If this place tipped based purely on service, I think I would probably tip less than 15%. Once someone brought me my food, and I noticed I hadn't been given utensils and asked for some. "You can get up and find them on that shelf over there," they said. This was already pretty brusque for a full service place, but when I went to that shelf, there weren't even any available utensils. Definitely not worth a typically sized tip. It does seem in the last month there is a lot of effort going in to training new staff - hopefully this will change things. The togo containers are too small for the portions, so the noodles end up all squished together and require a sort of elaborate reheating to get a typical texture back. It was a low blow to go from a 3-6 happy hour to a 3-5 happy hour, as a lot of people don't even get off work until 5PM. The food is also not consistent, which is disappointing when you pay so much for it. Expect to pay about $25 a dish here for a basic noodle or curry, no extras. Of note, it costs two dollars to add a tiny amount of veggie to a noodle or curry dish. Yikes. I've contemplated sending things back before when they come out strange, but when it's something like soup, it's not super easy to remake. Also, the staff currently doesn't check in often enough to have this sort of conversation. Most of the time it's good, but sometimes it's just sad. I don't want to pay $25 for a sad curry. Yet, I still go back, sometimes multiple times a week, because I love the soup (most of the time) and my brain has been primed to associate Thai Fresh with focusing. My family is in food service; I know running a restaurant is hard. I'm glad they survived the pandemic because they are by far the most allergy conscious Thai place in austin. Loving Thai Fresh kind of feels like having a really talented and beautiful sibling who is always making a mess of their life or being difficult at large family gatherings. And yes, I tell everyone else that Thai fresh is great because in many ways, it is! It just sucks to watch people mess up a good thing, whatever the reason. So, eat here! You'll probably like it. Just don't fall in love with what it is now because it will likely change, for better or worse. read more

Whenever I have my hair appointment, I try to stop next door at Thai Fresh to take advantage of their amazing happy hour. They have half off all of their small plates and have some amazing choices to choose from. This time I placed a to-go order at the counter. Service during happy hour was friendly and efficient, even with a steady crowd. The vibe is relaxed and casual, which makes it a good place to sit down and unwind with a few small plates and drinks. I ordered the shiitake battered mushrooms, Thai beef jerky, and tom kha soup. The mushrooms are battered with 512 IPA beer with Thai chilies, & soy sauce, were crispy and well-seasoned, with a satisfying crunch and earthy flavor that made them a standout appetizer. They are served with Thai basil dressing that is a flavor explosion and I like to dip everything in it. The Thai beef jerky, sirloin marinated with soy sauce & served with sticky rice was flavorful and chewy in a good way, with a nice balance of sweet and savory seasoning that made it easy to snack on. The tom kha soup with coconut milk, lemongrass, galangal, cilantro, kaffir lime leaves, white button mushrooms, & choice of protein was the highlight for me, rich, creamy, and comforting with that classic coconut and lemongrass profile. It had a nice depth of flavor without being too heavy, and the balance of tangy and savory made it really enjoyable. I selected tofu for my protein and ended up ordering 2 cups! Overall, Thai Fresh happy hour is a great choice if you want good Thai flavors in a low-key setting. The dishes are well-executed and have amazing flavor without being too spicy, and it's a nice spot for trying a variety of items. read more

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Come here for the food, not the service. The food here is outstanding, however the service can babe much better. I ordered 2 flights of sake and none of them were tagged and some personnel didn't know how to explain which one was which. They took too long to offer me water and get my order, the seats are uncomfortable, ambiance is ok, like a cage that got extended into a restaurant. But I will definitely come back for the food, maybe pick up or deliver read more

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Had an amazing meal here post half marathon run! The service was friendly and attentive. I ordered the vegetarian egg rolls and the jungle noodles, and wow the flavors were on point. The spice level in the noodles was fire in the best way possible - bold, flavorful, and exactly what I hoped for after 13.1 miles. To top of off, I tried their coconut milk- based ice cream, an it might honestly be the best coconut ice cream I've ever had. Super creamy and the perfect cool-down after those noodles. read more

Thai Fresh - Jungle noodles - Thai Near Me - Austin, Texas

Drunken noodles were very good, and you would never know they were gluten-free. They had a great grilled flavor. Portion size was generous. Service was good. We ordered a blueberry tea, and it was heavier on the tea side of things. The lemon bar and brownie were also very good. The lemon bar had elements of coconut that we weren't expecting, but it was still good. read more

Thai Fresh - Drunken Noodles-Not Gluten Free- GF noodles sub avail. - Thai Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This lovely gem of a place serves up delicious food. Started with the shrimp which had a wonderful coconut flavor. The matcha was a creamy delicious drink on a warm day like today. The spicy glass noodle salad was delicious. It's definitely something different than what I would normally get but it was perfectly light but filling - also big portions! read more

Thai Fresh - Matcha - Thai Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Thai Fresh had interesting and authentic food, we liked the fried mushrooms but wish there was more. We sat outside under the light when it wasn't too hot, and it was a good vibe. We had kind servers and it was a nice dinner! read more

Thai Fresh - Beer Battered Shitake Mushrooms-Not Gluten Free - Thai Near Me - Austin, Texas

I tried Thai Fresh on a recommendation with a few friends! I did not realize how big it would be and how many options! We all got different meals and shared family style so we could try each thing! I tried the drunken noodles "Pad Kee Mao" with beef. It was delicious. I thought it would be a bit more spicy but I am sure you can always add spice if you would like! Even though I enjoyed the dish I would get something different next time as they have so many options! One thing that blew me away was the Coconut Soup "Tom Kha". My friend ordered it and it was definitely a favorite of ours! I highly recommend trying it!! read more

Thai Fresh - Menu - Thai Near Me - Austin, Texas

Came back for dinner and it did not disappoint. Loved all of the different flavors in all the dishes we tried. I think they are still working out the kinks in their service, but bear with them, the food is amazing. APPS Curry Rice Balls - 6/10 sauce was good but balls could use a little more curry, kind of bland Golden tofu - 10/10 great flavor and loved the peanut dipping sauce Coconut fried shrimp - 10/10 delicious batter and dipping sauce ENTREES Pad Thai with Chicken - 10/10 loved the heaviness of the fish sauce in this. Is now in my top pad Thais in Austin Yellow Curry - 9/10 very good, exactly what you'd expect Coconut vermicelli - 10/10 WOW. This dish was so incredibly delicious. Would come back soon just for this. And huge portion While you're here you have to go try their dairy free ice cream for dessert. You can order it at your table or walk over to the cafe and get it. It is coconut based but tastes just like regular ice cream. Trust me, I hate coconut based ice cream and this one conquers all. read more

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The servers here are very nice and our food came out pretty fast! I didn't love the Thai basil spritz - but everything else was great. I will also say that the parking here is almost non-existent so be prepared to potentially park on the street. read more

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This is quaint, casual restaurant tuck away in a quiet neighborhood near south Lamar. Restaurant parking is limited but you can find plenty street parking near by. We tried pad sea ew, pineapple fried rice and Thai basil fresca. Pad sea ew is seasoned just right combined with perfect chew on flat noodle. Pineapple fried rice is sweet and savory, curry flavor is on point not overpowering. Thai basil fresca reminds me virgin mojito, it's refreshing and exotic. Service is good and attentive. Overall, we enjoy this restaurant and would come back. Only have 4 star because it's kinda pricy for casual Thai restaurant. read more

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The staff were very kind and attentive people, and it had kind of a 90s coffeehouse energy. Like everyone in there saw everyone else as a person first and then whatever else next. The welcome in felt warm and genuine and my waiter was patient and had a great sense of humor. He helped me with my decision paralysis from their incredible drinks menu, then when I couldn't break a 50/50 on my entree choice. I'm not normally indecisive but after my drink had been so good and it smelled amazing in there, I kind of wanted to try everything because I'm rarely as far north as this in town. My pad thai was the best I have had in Austin and had this incredible freshness to it that I haven't found since I left the West Coast, like everything had very recently been raw ingredients. I loved everything about the place except their tiny parking lot, and I am going to be back soon. I'll probably take the bus or rideshare though. I have a little too much parking anxiety for their lot. read more

ive always heard such good things about this place so I thought I'd give it a go. Prices are pretty high considering what you get. I ordered the yum woon sen- glass noodle salad with chicken/veggies and this dish was 95% glass noodles with a few pieces of chicken and 3 tiny tomato pieces. My husband got the pad thai which again was very small portions and extremely overpriced. unfortunately my expectations were not met! read more

I went to Thai Fresh with my friend, who had just finished with a hair appointment nearby. She suggested meeting at 5:00pm, which worked out well, because it was just in time for Happy Hour. There is a choice of seating: in the dining room for full service or in tbe other room to order at the counter. We chose the latter, making ordering quick and easy. Their Happy Hour menu includes items under "First Bites," or appetizers. I was impressed that a lot of the items were gluten free, perfect for my diet. And they were all reasonably priced. I ordered the Golden Tofu, which consisted of triangles of tofu, dipped in soy sauce, then breaded with golden gluten free flour, turmeric, curry powder, and sea salt. It was served with peanut sauce. It was yummy, and just enough to fill me up before a movie screening. The server was friendly, and the atmosphere is pleasant, with customer-created artwork on the walls. I will definitely go back. read more

Thai Fresh - Golden Tofu - Thai Near Me - Austin, Texas

Thai Fresh was the perfect afternoon pick-me-up. We ordered the chicken and rice and larb, and both were fresh, flavorful, and exactly what we were craving -- light but satisfying. Don't skip the papaya salad combo with the chicken wing. The balance of tangy, spicy, and crispy is spot on and makes for a great add-on to the meal. And of course, the Thai iced tea is a must -- legit, creamy, and refreshing. Simple, well-executed Thai food that always hits the spot. Thai Fresh continues to deliver. read more

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Delicious! Good prices, food comes out fast and it is casual too. You can bring your laptop and work from the cafe side too read more

Thai Fresh - Drunken noodles and Thai tea - Thai Near Me - Austin, Texas

Nice people and busy inside today, I asked for red curry and skinny noodles and I got the wrong thing , to go , they didn't even ant fix it and tried to give me rice and I didn't want rice ,so got flat noodles and I didn't want flat noodles,I said . Man said he can't change it . I am upset . Got sticky rice but I didn't want rice I said . Said it to him 3 times. He got my ice cream order and fresh coconut but I didn't want it to be open . He opened the coconut and drained it and I didn't say I wanted that bc I said all needs to be to go . Fast service to go . I said to separate bags hot and cold food and he put all I. One bag , didn't Lisen to me at all . read more

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Pad Thai was disappointing and service was almost non-existent. Had to ask for menu, then a guy behind the counter had to look for a waiter. Waiter never checked on me, I had to stop him twice once for condiments and then for check. Lots of training needed in this place. read more

Normally, I very much enjoy going to Thai fresh but today was definitely a miss. The portions were extremely small for the price and just to add one vegetable was two extra dollars for such little portion, both meals, including the vegetarian one tasted very meaty as though they cooked it in a pan with beef. I want to give this place another chance, but recently the quality of their food has really been going downhill! read more

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I continue to love coming here for their gluten-free vegan desserts, which even friends and family who aren't either GF or V enjoy quite a bit. I also continue to not like the fact that they charge a mandatory 18% service fee when you are helped for a minute to grab a slice or two of pastries from the case. I understand fare wage et al so for dine-in services, by all means. But for grabbing a ready-made pastry at the counter? read more

Went to this Thai restaurant as a recommendation from a friend and it was a great place to wrap up my Austin trip. I came on a Monday afternoon so it wasn't super busy but the parking lot was still full. On the bright side, there was street parking near by. The restaurant itself was really nice. Half of it was the sit down meal side while the other half was a cafe. My friends and I got a couple items to share and my favorite items were the pandan latte, jungle noodles, and the sirloin steak salad. Everything was very flavorful and the food came out very quick too. Great place if you're looking for something different in Austin! read more

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Thai Fresh is lovely, and I don't know why it took us so long to come here! Big mistake not coming sooner! After getting the rundown from the staff, we decided to order from the table on our phones. Super easy! The difficult part was choosing what to eat, because there were so many wonderful options for me amidst my gluten allergy! We started with Golden Chicken, which I've never been able to have before, but it was a nice start! I love turmeric, so nicely fried chicken in a turmeric batter made me quite happy right from the start! I wouldn't say it was a knockout, but it is solid rare I can have fried battered chicken, so I had to try it! We next ordered the Pulled Pork sandwich on a gluten free bun and the jungle noodles. Let's all take a moment for the memory of that pulled pork. Oh my goodness. So flavorful, perfect amount of meat and pickled cabbage, the bun held up nicely, and that meat was so beautifully tender. The depth of flavor was wonderful, and I can see why it is popular! Those jungle noodles were delicious. I made the rookie mistake of thinking a Serrano was a bell pepper, so I LEARNED early on, but I love have subtle the heat was in this dish. Plenty of proteins, not greasy or sitting in oil, and so much fresh vegetables. The dish wasn't super salty either - it was nicely balanced and full of flavor. I could eat this all day. We were too full and just couldn't manage eating dessert which I regret, because they have a TON of gluten free desserts and ice cream. Even their Cookie Monster ice cream was gluten free! Tres leches too! We have regrets, but we ultimately said it means we need to go back! Restaurant is a nice size, not cramped, some outdoor seating, and also some comfy lounge seating which is nice for those who want to chill for a bit. We went on the night when all proceeds were donated to those impacted by the flood, and we thanked them for their donations and support for the TX Hill Country. We cant wait to come back soon and try all new items off their delicious menu! read more

We meet our adult kids occasionally for dinner in Austin and they get to choose a place since they live there. It has to be in south Austin though so we don't have to drive across Austin. This restaurant was a great choice. The food was delicious and the drinks were also pretty good --especially the Tiger Punch. I had stir-fry with chicken and rice and really liked it. My husband and daughter had drunken noodles and said they were really good. My son had a pork sandwich and raved that it was really tasty. We would go back here in a minute. The service was also very good with the workers patiently answering a lot of questions since we had never been here before. It's kind of a small restaurant, but it offers great food. I think they also had a military discount. read more

Thai Fresh - The stir fry with rice and chicken is pretty good. - Thai Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I wanted to love this restaurant, but my experience was disappointing. I called ahead to ask if their chicken soup could be made without seed oils for health reasons. I was told the garlic is fried in oil and could not be modified -- even leaving the garlic out entirely wasn't an option. The garlic is served separately when placed to go so it was perplexing that I couldn't be accommodated. I understand not all requests can be accommodated, but a lack of flexibility and willingness to help ultimately led me to take my business elsewhere. read more

There is no reason why this place isn't 4.8 Best pad sea ew I've ever had. 10/10 Your go to for: gluten free Dairy free Seed oil free Gati ice cream To top it off read more

* 3.5 stars * which is what Yelp has is fairly accurate. Very cute neighborhood spot serving an authentic Thai menu. Pad thai was better than pad see ew. The latter was drenched in soy and oyster sauces and white pepper which made it not super enjoyable. The service was friendly but food was surprisingly slow - likely due to the togo orders that come in. There is a lot but parking is challenging in that area. Good to try but many other options in this part of Austin. read more

Love this place! Truly some of the best Thai food in town - consistent for years! The pad Thai, basil fried rice, pineapple fried rice, red curry, fried chicken and waffles (brunch) - all amazing!! Most items are gluten free and labeled on menu for your information. Service is always quick - food is usually out in less than 10 minutes. Has outdoor seating and dog friendly as well! There is a bakery inside (many gf options) and ice scream shop inside as well. The ice cream is all coconut milk based and delicious!! It's dairy free but still so creamy! Great flavors and can do affogato too - which is soooooo worth it. read more

Thai Fresh - Affogato - Thai Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Cute place with a spacious interior and outdoor seating. Food came out pretty fast and the drinks were tasty. Portions were good and the food was pretty good! A bit pricier than other Thai options around town tho. Service was friendly! read more

Thai Fresh - Thai Iced Thai Tea - small - Thai Near Me - Austin, Texas

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The food is undoubtedly sooo delicious!! Everything we got was mouthwateringly good. The curry didn't come with a lot of rice, so we ordered an extra bowl. However, the wait time was atrociously long. We wanted probably 30 min for food. I feel like they are severely understaffed. Come only if you have a lot of time to spare. Parking lot is small too-good luck on finding parking. There are two areas of the restaurant, one for to-go orders and one for dining in. We originally couldn't find parking so we were going t order to-go but managed to get a spot last minute. You can order by scanning the QR code on your table. Food is so good though. Especially the curry! read more

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Horrible horrible horrible. Do not eat here! How frustrating that my hard work money gets a horrible plate a food and still have decency to charge me fair wage fee . Look at my plate of food does that look appetizing to you?? read more

Thai Fresh - Pad seew - Thai Near Me - Austin, Texas

SERVICE/AMBIANCE - There is limited parking at the restaurant but street parking nearby - You order your food at the table via a QR code - Clean, lots of space APPETIZERS - We ordered the larb nang gai tod, which was crispy chicken skin with different spices. I didn't realize this was chicken skin rather than actual chicken, so I was a bit surprised at first. The actual flavor was amazing and so tasty. The chicken skins were very crispy. Definitely a flavor that you'll crave after you leave the restaurant - We also ordered the sesame coconut shrimp fritters, which were very tasty as well ENTREES - We ordered chicken pad kee mao (drunken noodles), which was very smoky and flavorful! Definitely one of the best pad kee maos I had in Austin - The beef pad see ew was also good but I think the pad kee mao was better read more

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Not happy that you recently added an automatic required 15% fair wage charge to pickup orders. Please make this optional or just increase your prices. read more

Thai Fresh - Thai Near Me - Austin, Texas

Best Thai food in Austin! Great vibe and amazing desserts. Do not miss this place. The chicken pad Thai and basil lemonade are incredible.

Go here for the coconut milk based ice cream (delicious) but not the food. Second time at this place and still highly disappointed in the food. It was about 7pm on a Monday and there were 4 us. We wanted the ice cream but we were also hungry so we decided to try this place again as we didn't want to have to make another stop. We ended up ordering a lot of food. The best thing we ordered this time around was the Thai fried rice. The drunken noodles were flavorless and dry to the point that the noodles would stick together and essentially formed a "patty". The chicken wings were ok but some were over cooked and had a jerky texture. The chicken plate and jerky were good but dipping sauce wasn't it. I love that you order and pay on your phone and they bring it to your table and as I said before there ice cream a is SoOOoOo good! read more

Thai Fresh - Coconut milk ice cream! - Thai Near Me - Austin, Texas

Goddamn delicious folks. First time heading to Thai Fresh, and I'm very happy to have finally given it a go. Went for dinner around 6:30pm on a Wednesday. Plenty of space, and the interior was very inviting. This is a primarily service free restaurant, where you can order by QR or at the counter. We used the QRs at the table, and within 10-15 minutes our food arrived. Pad Thai (sub avocado oil for soybean), rice balls, and coconut soup were this evening's selections. Everything was bursting with flavor, and the complexity (salty/sweet/sour/umami) was really amazing. The only minor complaints would have been: 1.) Pad Thai had a bit less chicken than I'd have hoped. And 2.) Prices were a bit high. But hey, you pay for quality. By all means I'm excited to go back and try some curries and other noodle dishes! read more

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Lost 1 star because I was hoping for a bit friendlier service and I didn't like that the tip is included in the tab for a party of four. But the food was delish. That chicken sandwich was a bit too spicy for me but it was good. Loved the fries. But my favorite was the salad with peanut dressing. I should have gotten that with a protein the espresso over ice cream dessert was very good. read more

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The service was sooooooooo slow. We waited 40 minutes for our food, and the restaurant wasn't even busy. There were many empty tables. This is a self-serve type of restaurant where you order on your phone with the QR code at the table, and you get utensils and water yourself. I am not sure why the food still takes so long, as you would think this process makes the service more efficient. The price was also crazy high. The pad thai with chicken (the cheapest meat option) was $18, which is much higher than most pad thai prices in Austin. The portion wasn't particularly large. I did like my pad thai though. It was a nice flavour with good chicken. My friend got the pad see ew, and it was drowning in sauce. The taste of the sauce was overpowering. It soaked through the takeout container. She liked how there were many vegetables included though. The ambience was kind of strange. The restaurant was so dark inside and felt like we were in a large tropical hut. The parking lot is very small, but there is free street parking in the neighbourhood. read more

Thai Fresh - Pad Thai and Pad See Ew - Thai Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Great little location with flavorful food. They do have a small parking lot. One side of the building is a cafe FILLED with homemade vegan ice cream and gluten-free treats. We didn't try any but they look really yummy and I'm excited to try it out next time. The other side of the building is the restaurant. You can order food using a QR code at the table or by walking over to the cafe to place your order. Noise levels are pretty low, or at least they were when we visited on a late Sunday afternoon. We were seated immediately at a table in a sunny spot. I wanted to order the pork belly salad, but the menu said it was out of stock. We selected our appetizer (sesame shrimp fritters) and drinks (basil lime agua fresca, Thai tea) and I asked the server why the pork belly salad was out of stock. She said that it was because they were out of cucumbers, which is the primary ingredient in the salad. I went back to my table and ordered the pork belly pad Thai instead, while he ordered the coconut vermicelli. Shortly thereafter, our appetizer came out, which included......... a side of cucumbers. So...... are we out of cucumbers or nah? Because these are absolutely cucumbers here. My confusion is deep. I was pretty disappointed because I wanted to try the salad, but I ate what I got. It was all very good. The fritters were crispy. The dipping sauce had a little kick but wasn't too spicy. The pad Thai with pork belly and cracklins had lots of flavor. The scrambled egg in it was almost meaty. Everything tasted super fresh and had a nice char. There is no dessert menu, but if you desire a sweet treat the cafe is just a few feet to the left. My main issue is the fact that the kitchen and FOH don't seem to be communicating well. Our entrees were well over $20 each for portion sizes roughly the same as you can get at other Thai places BUT the tip options were 3/5/7% rather than the 15/20/25% that has become so ubiquitous. I'd much rather pay a little bit more up front than wonder whether or not my server is gonna be able to make rent this month. The food is very good, and I like the concept of two very different but unified experiences under one roof. We will be back for sure. read more

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Thai Fresh was really good. The service was excellent. It's a little different than I'm used to but I liked it. I ordered the Drunken Noodles. Which were so delicious! I was a little disappointed because they were out of the Papaya salad which I really wanted to try but Maybe next Time? I would recommend this place to anyone that likes Thai Food it really does taste fresh and authentic. I also walked over to the Cafe side to order dessert. I ordered the fresh made ice cream. I ordered the Mango Lime and the Pandan flavor! So GOOD! read more

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I want to like this place because it's in my hood, but they just suck so bad at customer service it is embarrassing. I won't bore you with the lackluster food and drink reviews as no matter how often I try, it always disappoints. read more