My friends and I went lavender picking in Faquier county. Stopped by this restaurant and were pleasantly surprised. I got the green curry with veggies and my friends got drunken noodles. My dish seemed like a small portion even for lunch but it was tasty. Service was quick and the place was not very busy and quiet. The dessert was not as sweet - mango was too sour and sweet rice was hot but not sweet. But we still ate it. read more

Thai Peppers - Mango Fresh Mango with Sweet Sticky Rice - Thai Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

My go to for Thai for more than 20 years. The food is excellent and consistently good. Support local businesses!

They only provide takeout now so if you sit down outside to eat (which we did), you eat on cheap paper plates and with flimsy plasticware. I wouldn't be so disappointed but the food was not worth the $60 for two people. The spring rolls were tasteless and oily and my chicken and eggplant was supposed to be spicy (two peppers) but was just bland and the chicken dry. Maybe they are saving money on a dishwasher but it is also frustrating to see all of that plastic waste go into the garbage when we really intended to have a nice Saturday evening eating in Del Ray (on real dishes). I am not sure if they are suffering business wise and for that I am sorry as we ate here a few years ago and really enjoyed it. However for that cost, you can get much better Thai food (dine in or takeout) elsewhere. read more

Older restaurant with authentic Thai food. I ordered the green curry with chicken lunch special. It came with soup and a spring roll. The green curry and spring roll were very warm and came out quickly. I wasn't a fan of the large eggplant chunks. There are more tables and bathrooms on the upper level. The service was fine, workers are a bit on the older side but fairly friendly. I wouldn't make a trip just to come here but if you're already in Delray and want Thai food, this will do. It's not better than other Thai restaurants in Alexandria though. I'd say this one is a bit more bland, possibly reflecting the tastes of the people in their (non-Thai) neighborhood. You do have the option of ordering the food with more spice. Overall the decor and state of the stairs and such reminded me of an international grandmother's house - a place where people have gathered over food for a long time. And I'm impressed that they've been successful with only like 3-4 tables in the main dining area. read more

Thai Peppers has been one of my easy go to spots for years but I'm so disappointed today, sadly I won't be back! We came got lunch and found they no longer have table service! So u order to go and can sit outside to eat. My daughter asked for a glass of water and they said NO! We walked to 7/11 and purchased drinks there rather than passing then another penny. Sad to see how they've dropped off...oh and serving side is teeny tiny now on top of everything else. read more

Thai Peppers in Del Ray has been a place in this gal's heart for more than a decade. Everything between the panang to pad thai, the appetizers (crispy tofu and spring rolls), and som tum... a happy belly every single time. Simple meal, a 2nd floor quiet loft, even on a rainy cold evening, their offerings and warm welcome will set your cravings on fire and sure to satisfy to the last morsel. Glad to see they've waived the years and continue to tribute the area and expand to other locations. A testimony to the local gem they truly are. No fancy here, just honest to goodness meal that will take you to Khao San, Bangkok, and back. Aroi! read more

I wanted to like this place but unfortunately I won't be back. My panang curry had zero vegetables. Maybe this is a regional thing (I'm from Hawaii and we have AMAZING Thai food) but this was super disappointing. I've never had a panang curry that was just chicken in broth. I'm also used to having enough to save some broth to cook veggies in for leftovers. Again, maybe this is a regional thing but the portion was tiny. I understand that food costs are high but the DMV is no more expensive than Honolulu‍. My husband's pineapple fried rice was fine. It was pricey for the serving size but it was fine, nothing to write home about. read more

The service was super fast and the sit down portion of the restaurant was very cozy and nicely heated against the winter cold. The food was very flavorful and delicious. I got the Thai tea which was very light and made fresh. We went during lunch hours so they had a great lunch special going so the cost was super affordable. I highly recommend if you want a nice sit down or carry out comfort meal! read more

Great neighborhood Thai restaurant! The chicken broth soup with Napa cabbage is excellent and so is the pad see eew which I highly recommend

Always good! Can't go wrong with any red or green curry with appetizer spring rolls. Not too spicy but plenty of kick and flavor. Consistently ready when ordered for pickup. Neighborhood favorite! read more

There are some negative reviews but I don't understand why. As someone that lived in Southeast Asia, I can honestly say that the food at Thai Peppers is top notch. I ordered the Beef Drunken Noodles and the ratio of beef to noodle is superb. If you want a more full bodied flavor, consider going at a minimum of "hot" or "very hot" (trust me, very manageable spice level). What resonated the most with me was how adorable the business owners were. I love being able to do my part supporting small businesses. read more

Thai Peppers - Beef Drunken Noodles - Thai Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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It's been a while since I ate here so this review will be a bit sparse. What we got: Tom-Kha soup - 3 or 4* this is my favourite Thai dish and one I have to try and every Thai restaurant. I remember it hit the spot but I can't recall why. And for that matter I'd order it again and update my review so I could recall my real impressions. I do remember not being impressed by the chicken, but that's alright. Gang-Karee (Yellow Curry) - 4* I want to say I got it a little spicy and it was tasty. The chicken was the same as the chicken in the Tom-Kha, so not super delicious but what I'd expect from a takeout place. It wouldn't prohibit me from ordering the chicken again. read more

Had two vegetarian entrees. One was described as a tofu dish...there were literally four pieces of tofu in it. My daughter's had more and wasn't a tofu dish. The rice and entrees came on the same plate, presumably to fill up the plate, bc the entrees' serving sizes weren't up for the job. Small portions and bland Thai. read more

There food is amazing and for a great price. You can get it delivered as well. I got the basil rice with chicken, I ordered over the phone and they came within the next 30 minutes with hot and fresh food! read more

this place makes my favorite wonton soup in the whole wide world. their dumplings are great too. the lady up that works up front is really sweet. read more

We've picked up carry out from here twice, and both times really liked the panang curry (sweet and spicy, highly recommend) and pad Thai with crispy tofu. Unfortunately, the bag of spring rolls got very soggy with grease on the way home, but they still tasted great especially with the spicy-sweet tangy dipping sauce. We'll definitely be getting carry out from here again when the hankering for Thai food hits again! read more

Thai Peppers - Rainy evening- perfect for warm Thai food! - Thai Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Sensational. Perfectly cooked dishes, quality ingredients, cozy ambiance, good value.

What a vibe?!!! I love this place. A great pick-me-up meal. Love the staff and a Del Ray favorite of mine read more

Thai Peppers - a yellow scooter parked in front of a restaurant - Thai Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

One of the best places in the area to get Pad Thai noodles. Consistent. I've never had an order that wasn't to my liking. I'll be honest and say that I have only ever ordered their Pad Thai noodles and can only comment on this one particular dish. So, if you're reading this review and you're in the mood for Pad Thai then order here. Highly recommend. read more

Having just moved to the area, I am slowly starting to work my way through the restaurants. And it should be noted, that because of Covid, I am reviewing this food based on a takeout order. If Thai Pepper opened in some Midwest city/town (sorry Midwest, no offense, but you bland), it would be a massive hit. Maybe even above average (when N=2). The problem is that just from a quick cursory glace on google maps, I can see lots and lots of Thai (and other south-east Asian cuisine). The food is pretty generic, classic Thai menu. Which I can be down with, you just have to do those 'basics' perfectly. Which sadly they didn't. The thom kha gai was bland and certainly from a pre-mix. Spice levels were low, even when requested as "thai hot." The Chicken Satay was awful (rubbery, weird spices, tough, un-edible). It's generic. And in a place with little competition, Thai Peppers could be a safe classic. But I know that there are much better Thai restaurants out there, so I'll pass and revisit it again in a year. read more

This is the BEST THAI FOOD I'VE EVER HAD! I don't say that lightly because I've had really amazing Thai food throughout the country. I'm thinking this is the most authentic Thai food I've ever had and I imagine it would be like the Thai food in Thailand. All I had was the Nuah-Nam-Tok (Spicy Sirloin Salad) and the Veggie Spring Rolls and I was completely blown away by how good the food was and the portion sizes were plenty for one person. I'm glad the portion sizes were pretty large because I've been to other Thai restaurants where the portion sizes are tiny and I don't think that's right. I wish I could give this place 10 stars! The woman who works at the front of the store is soooooo nice! I definitely will be back! read more

Pad See Ew is delicious, flavors were on point! Will definitely be back and recommend to others!

Amazing food and staff! They have 3 restaurants in the DC area, all owned by different branches of the same family. Love supporting small businesses. The staff is the nicest you will ever meet and the food is spectacular. Will definitely return! read more

Massaman Curry with tofu. The menu (and every other Massaman Curry I've had) promises onions, carrots, potatoes, peanuts. Mine? Tofu floating on curry/coconut juice with peanuts. I asked about my veggies and was told they don't put veggies in their Massaman. I pointed out that their menu promises, but no! "That's a menu mistake." I point out that theirr website also promises Massaman with onions, carrots, potatoes, peanuts. And the waitress says "I told you we don't make it that way." read more

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Small mom-and-pop place serving real food at reasonable prices. It reminded me of my vacation in Thailand. What more can you ask for? read more

Thai Peppers - Tofu in garlic sauce - Thai Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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Very nice little Thai neighborhood eatery nestled deep in Alexandria Va. Located on a residential corner, it is easily located by the yellow exterior. The space is small but full of atmosphere. The owners put a lot into the decor and keep the place very clean, which makes for an overall nice experience. The service is pleasant and helpful. The menu is fairly typical for a Thai restaurant in America. The dishes are very well prepared and presented, and taste as good as they look. For a nice touch the dishes are served on a variety of Asian-style fish and animal-shaped plates. Very fun for kids (and adults)! Although not perfectly authentic, having a lot of sauce and a bit of sweetness that most Americans seem to like and expect, they do a very good job of representing Thai food in their style of preparation and flavors. Everything is served hot and fresh using quality ingredients. I would definitely recommend seeking them out and giving this establishment a try, you should not be disappointed! read more

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My husband and I come here so often, that the employees know what we order, ALL the time. I loooove their fried Spring Rolls, and I always ask for extra sauce (I dunk those rolls like there's no tomorrow); sometimes, they have a curry puff as a special appetizer, and I get that, too (basically, a pastry puff filled with curry fillings). The main dishes we get are the Chicken Pad Thai, Chicken Pad See Ewe (for my husband), Thai Chicken Fried Rice (no tomatoes and no cilantro), Sizzling Beef, and Chicken Panang Curry. Yea, I know, we're crazy. Everything is solid, and we have plenty of leftovers to take to lunch the next day. I think this place is tasty, pretty consistent, and the service is so friendly and so sweet. +Spring Rolls (ask for extra sauce!) +Chicken Pad Thai (ask for it to be more 'saucy') +Chicken Pad See Ewe +Thai Chicken Fried Rice (no tomatoes, no cilantro) +Chicken Panang (ask for it to be more thick) +friendly staff! +limited parking around the back read more

Very good place! Nice and tiny! Menu is little limited than most Thai places I have gone to but that's not always a bad thing. It just means the items they do have will be better. That was the case with the drunken noodle. It was spicy and flavorful. I asked for Thai hot and it indeed was! The noodles were wide and delicious. The beef was thin and tender. I would say that there were some veggies missing in the dish. To give it a crunch texture . I would recommend this place to any one looking for quick good Thai food! read more

Thai Peppers - Drunken Noodle - Thai Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

We have been regular costumers of Thai Peppers since it opened. We used to purchase there at least once a week. But now it's only a last resort. The food is OK but their attentiveness to customer service/retention is terrible. WHY? I'll tell you. Of late when ordering a dish that requires a sauce, the restaurant is asking customers to pay $1 for what amounts to a tablespoon of additional sauce. It's the only Asian restaurant I've even patronized that does this. Most recent example is the other night we bought four spring rolls. It came with one, half-full container of sauce; simply not adequate. I asked the young woman if that would be all she would offer to guests. She understood, but blamed the restaurant's five owners, who are never on site. Hope they see this post and chance course. read more

Used to eat here a lot. They served my kids raw chicken (the chicken satay). Will not eat there again. They weren't remorseful or didn't seem to care that my kids would get sick. Health dept needs to inspect them to make sure their food practices are safe. Completely unacceptable read more

Delicious pad Thai - I get the lunch special and it's a great deal. Pad Thai, a spring roll, and a little bowl of soup for $11!

This place is great! Sad to say we avoided it for a year because of the negative reviews (opting for our previous regular spot in the city next door) but it's now in our regular rotation of neighborhood spots (and better than the old spot!). We get different dishes each time from apps to soups to main dishes to desserts and every thing we've tried has been really good. Service is always friendly and quick, our dog is welcome on the patio and the server is always kind enough to bring a bowl of water for her. We highly recommend. read more

Amazing food, superb service, cozy ambiance. Will be returning for sure. No faults, great experience.

We bought the basic pad Thai, tum yum soup and papaya salad. All three dishes were missing vegetables and other ingredients that have taste and The rice noodles were mushy. We will not go back. read more

The food at Thai peppers is very good. I ordered the steamed dumpling appetizer and for my main course the pad thai with chicken. The food was seasoned really well and was delivered to the table quickly. The service was also very attentive and kept my water glass full! One star off because there were two dead flies sitting in dust in the window that kind of grossed me out. Minus that the food was good, the service was great and I'll probably be back next time I'm in Del Ray. read more

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I came in right before close and the lady at the counter was nothing but sweet, and the food was phenomenal. It came out in about 5 minutes, and it's probably the best pad Thai I've ever had. I would definitely recommend for anyone looking for Thai in the Alexandria area!! read more

This is my go to Thai food spot! Though they don't have my second fave Pad Woon Sen, their Pad Thai is AMAZING. I usually get the pad thai with chicken and extra veggies and they always Jam Pack the container. I try to convince myself to same half but it's toooo good! They only offer carry out and are very quick and sweet to have you checked out and on your way! It's in a nice little spot too on the corner of the street, some seating is available a bit closer to the street. Overall cozy if you're trying to enjoy the weather and you reeeeally good Thai:) read more

This is the most authentic Thai experience I've been in since I've been in Thailand. Their lunch specials are so well priced and the food is fresh and delicious. My favorite thing to do here is enjoy sitting outside while enjoying my food on their patio. read more

This is the only review I've ever left on Yelp and it's because I love Thai peps so much and want to show my support. I live nearby and I get the Panang curry from here probably once a week because it's so incredibly good, especially extra spicy. The chive dumplings are also insane, as well as the Tom yum soup. My brother loves the pad thai and the Panang. They do take out and delivery, and the wait staff are all very COVID safe. Best Thai place in Alexandria no question. read more

I really want to give them 3.5, but when when in Yelp, I do as Yelpers. But, they deserve to be rounded to four and here's why: 1. Fantastic lunch deal: $6.95 gets you Tom-Yum soup, lunch entree and a spring roll in very decent portions. The Tom-Yum is fantastic. 2. They offer free deliver in the neighborhood. $20 minimum order for dinner and $15 for lunch. 3. The people there are very friendly and kind. The restaurant has a side patio and a small, two-floor dining room. The spring rolls are consistently crisp and not greasy. Our staples are chicken and basil, clay pot shrimp and thai fried rice. If you eat in the restaurant, ask to see the hot sauce. They bring you out about 5 little jars of unique sauces, chiles and vinegars. The other night was a little chilly and I wanted something to warm my belly so I tried the Gang Jued soup. FANTASTIC. It's the cure for a chill in your bones. It's minced chicken, crystal noodles, tofu and mixed veggies in a chicken broth. Yum, yum, yum! Thai Peppers isn't going to be the best Thai you've ever had, but it's always going to be good, fairly priced and served with a smile. read more

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