We were on the interstate looking at Yelp for recommendations. Do not judge a book by its cover!…read moreThe service was five star, Robert was genuine, incredibly helpful, helped us make selections off the menu. Our service was fast as the food came before we even realized we had ordered it. If you are searching for true Thai cuisine, that is authentic and incredibly flavorful, You must try this place. It's true and some of the other reviews have said it, the outside leaves nothing to be desired and the inside could even use a little help. However, do not drive by. We pulled up after reading reviews, and I almost didn't go in just because of the outside and what a mistake that would have been. This is a five star a rating restaurant.

Solid 4.5 Stars here - Don't judge this place by its cover... the food is outstanding…read more This was our third visit to Thai Orchid over the last few years while we are visiting the area, and the food has never disappointed. I'll be honest...the exterior looks a bit rundown, and the interior (including the bathrooms) could definitely use some cleaning and updating. But when we go out to eat, it's about the food first, and this place delivers where it matters most. We started with the veggie spring rolls, which I'd rate about a 7.5/10, good, but not the highlight (you can only do so much with veggie spring rolls lol). For our entrees, we ordered the drunken noodles with tofu (partner is vegetarian) and I had the pineapple duck curry (it cane with a small salad). The drunken noodles were excellent--9/10, with great flavor and balance. The pineapple duck curry was a standout 10/10 for me, rich, flavorful, crispy duck skin and absolutely worth coming back for. We arrived just after 5 PM on a Saturday and were the first ones there. We were seated immediately, and the service was very good throughout. The menu is huge, with plenty of options, and prices are reasonable for a specialty Thai/Asian restaurant in Orangeburg. We ordered both dishes at a mild spice level, and they came out perfect, just enough heat without being overpowering. Bottom line: the building could use some love, but don't let that stop you. The real treat here is what comes out of the kitchen. If you're in Orangeburg and craving Thai food, give Thai Orchid a try, you'll likely be pleasantly surprised by the quality.

Traveling on I-95 on Easter, looking for somewhere to est and unwind for a little while, and saw…read morethis was the highest rated plave in Santee/this exit. We called to be sure they were open - they were, onky closed on Tuesdays. Trust the reviews - clear menu with thorough descriptions, very tasty food and substantial portions, great service, & clean bathrooms. We ordered pork & veg gyoza - the sauce was at my very basic limit of spice. I let them know that, and was then encouraged to get the Basil & ground chicken w rice, no spice - I loved it and have a container to take home to finish later. My honey got the udon - hot; he said it was perfect - he finished it. As other reviews have mentioned, it isn't fast food, and when down to 1 server, it may take a couple of minutes to catch them, but the family server was nice, and Rachel let us know that she ate here so much that they offered her a job - which says a lot. She let us know that they also have a location in Charleston. We will be back when next in the area!

I had the cold basil shrimp wraps with peanut sauce and a sweet soy based sauce. And chicken with…read moreveggies and rice noodles. It was very good. I highly recommend them. They have an outdoor deck. And they are super friendly. They made my dish without oil and I requested a little bit of sauce.

The service and hospitality here is unmatched. The food is delicious and comes out very fast for…read morefood made to order. I come here about once a week. I walk in the hostess asks me how my family is and if I want my usual. She remembers everything! She also gave me a giant quart of hot curry and coconut milk soup when my wife was sick for free without asking. If you are looking for a place that will treat you like family and serves unmatched Thai food, THIS IS IT!!!

This place used to be one of my go-to's for Thai food and it still is sort of. I went by today and…read morehad some coconut soup, spring rolls along with some chicken rolls. I really don't know what the deal is but it seems like they are slipping lately. The coconut soup is watered down and basically has no rich coconutty flavor, the spring rolls were marginal, but the chicken rolls were pretty good. Don't get me wrong. I love Thai food... Good Thai food. Service is fine and the lady is polite but short. The ambience is okay. I have seen a steady decline in the quality of food at Thailand restaurant. It's disheartening.

Amazing dining experience!!! Service was top tier and the vibes are clean and classy. But the…read moreFOOD!!! Hands down best food in Columbia! One of the few fine dining places in Columbia. It is definitely a must try for a special night! You will not be disappointed!!

We wanted to try this place for a long time. A friend came in from florida perfect time to go…read more The service was amazing, Our waiter was super knowledgeable and everything he suggested was spot on. Can't wait to go back again. would recommend this to anyone who love thai cuisine..

We got the chicken pad Thai and drunken noodles. Both were excellent! Beyond the food being…read morefantastic, the wait staff was very friendly, helpful, and attentive. I'll definitely be coming back next time I'm in the area!

Lotus Thai was new to me and was I pleasantly surprised! This feels like a family owned and…read moreoperated restaurant with some AMAZINGLY flavorful Thai dishes. It's was definitely busy and the service was exceptional! Just the right amount of interactions and a very familial hospitality. The decor gives going to some asian grandma's house and I am perfectly fine with that because the food ABSOLUTELY DELIVERS! I had the Drunken Noodles with Shrimp (Medium Heat) with the option to add more heat of which I did. The noodles were the right balance of tender and chewy. They were covered with that wonderful sauce and mixed in with some egg and green onion. The shrimp were cooked perfectly as well. Overall, a 10/10! Will be adding this spot to my rotation!

Not a fan. It's serviceable though. The coconut soup came broken instead of smooth. It's not very…read morecreamy, more sour. The calamari was consistently overcooked. The massaman beef with great. Their spice level 4 is about 1/4 a habanero. If a disk says it's naturally spicy, add a extra level to it. E.g. a spicy dish w/spicy level 3 or actually a spice level three. Either way, they keep the place clean and their service is fine. But yeah, the calamari, in our soup, curry, and fried were all horrid. Very rubbery, e.g. they are very overcooked.

So delicious, the best Thai food in Columbia, but I highly recommend you opt for take out only. The…read morerestaurant is messy and understaffed so service is extremely slow.

This was my first time eating at Kao, and as someone who absolutely loves Thai food, I was really…read moreexcited to try it. The atmosphere was amazing, a cozy quaint spot in a what seemed to be a great part of the city. The bar was nice and overall decor of the restaurant was eclectic without feeling overdone. Our server (I believe her name was Havvy), was pleasant as well. We started with the crab rangoons and spring rolls. The crab rangoons were a 10/10, and the spring rolls were solid as well. I'd definitely order both again. I ordered the pad kapow, which is my go-to dish I like to start with at any new Thai restaurant. The presentation of the rice was really cute and the dish itself was rich and full of flavor. My husband ordered the pineapple fried rice with beef, it was phenomenal, just as flavorful and satisfying. We ordered cocktails as well, which were made perfectly, and since it was our anniversary, we treated ourself to the coconut cake. After the first bite, I wasn't sure about the cake, but by the second bite I was SOLD. If you're looking for a laidback, non-pretentious spot to enjoy a great meal, cocktails or even just a small bite, I definitely recommend.

KAO is a nice little date-night spot right off Main Street. It's "fancier Thai" kind of like Basil…read morewhich is located in Forest Acres. How did it hold up? Pros: - Fair prices (it is considered "fancier") - Fun cocktails - Food was great - Seating was nice and spaced out (not super close to anyone) - Cons: - Food Menu was typical for Thai I'd overall recommend KAO. It's in a great location for downtown (super close to the beginning of mainstreet) and it's a fun little date night. I had the drunken noodles with chicken and my date had shrimp/chicken padthai. They were both really solid. Not like...amazingly phenomenal, but a really tasty dinner. I recently went to 929 and was glad to not be sitting right beside someone. It was nice to be able to have a conversation without hearing other people's.

I love Jasmine Thai. The soups are always good, the Pad Thai is flavorful, the curry never…read moredisappoints, and the Thai tea is a must. It's a classic, consistently delicious spot for Thai food.

I really wasn't sure what to expect with Thai food in Aiken but am so happy to report they have…read moregreat Pad See Ew. My husband had been before and took the whole fam back. Our toddler was still figuring out solid foods so we weren't sure what to get for him and the waitress offered to bring us some steamed veggies and rice and sauce just for him! I'm not sure how much he ate but really appreciated they were willing to accommodate him and help us enjoy our family meal. My dish was huge- I think I ate half and took half home but was absolutely stuffed by the half I ate in restaurant! And Thai food reheats well IMO. The sitting area is nice and roomy and they had clean bathrooms. I'm sad this place isn't on my usual path because I'd go weekly!

One advantage of prior USAF service my opportunity to experience lots of different foods in…read moredifferent countries. Authenticity teaches the palate. This place is the real deal for Pho. I had the Red Roasted Pork Pho, and ordered it to go because I was staying next door at the Hampton Inn while passing through town. The wonderful lady behind the counter was so sweet and friendly. It's clear that love goes into the food along with the very fresh ingredients. They package the broth separately for transport. Nice. Back in my room I combined the Pho. Wow. The depth of the broth is amazing. The vegetables are fresh and the roasted pork is tender. The flavor combination is perfect. Highly recommended.

Nice quiet venue best for parties of up to six. Friendly staff with good knowledge of the meal…read moreoptions. They also offer boba teas. I had the green curry with tofu which was tasty and spiced right. The vegetables in the curry we cooked perfectly and had some texture as well as taste, my desired combination. The pho with chicken was also top notch, a very rich broth with bean sprouts and rice noodles that complete a very nice soup base. I was pleasantly impressed with the quality of the food here and would highly recommend this place to my best friends for a fresh and tasty Asian lunch or dinner. Two thumbs up!