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    Thaihey Nola

    4.4 (343 reviews)
    ModerateThai
    Closed 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    Thaihey Pad Thai Gulf Shrimp
    Melanie S.

    For $165 I expected better service and good quality. The restaurant is a good location and it's cute but I wouldn't recommend it in terms of flavor of being worth it. The staff were nice maybe short staffed or something. Food came out at different times, was warm and lacked the quintessential flavors I look to experience when having Thai. Good presentation though.

    Fried Tofu & Lotus Root (V) GF
    Avinash V.

    I was at a conference near NOLA and I wanted to go vegetarian and I felt it was almost an impossible task staying near the place, which is extremely popular for a seafood. I picked this Thai place and ordered just one dish sat there for few mins but it took a little while for get my food since it was very busy place. I got my food and started eating it, felt like it was such an absolutely delicious meal with perfect flavors And blend of spices. The rice perfectly compliments the main course. And then I asked for a takeout box, the team was so happy that I felt like eating there. This place is close to the Lake Michigan area and it was perfect Beautiful ambiance and very chill vibes.

    Amelia R.

    Thaihey Nola is a small Thai restaurant located in New Orleans. The atmosphere was beautiful and would make a great date spot! To me the food was lack luster. I wish they had some classic Thai dishes that most restaurants have in addition to the more specialty items.

    Fried Okra (V) GF
    Suhani A.

    This place is small and has limited seating so I'd recommend booking a reservation! We were able to walk in very late though and had a great time! The food is absolutely delicious though it was definitely way spicier than I was expecting given we asked for mild. I really enjoyed the fried okra and the eggplant was so unique! Never had eggplant like that before. I think this place is a really fun dinner and I'd highly recommend stopping by though I think the spice can be a bit too much. I like to think I can handle some spice, but ordered mild to be safe and realized that even that wasn't enough (it was actually very very spicy)!!!

    Alex N.

    One of the best Thai restaurants in Louisiana! Intimate romantic vibe and they have a huge menu. Their curries were very strong and flavored with spice, a bit spicy at times. I highly recommend and would come back!

    Britt L.

    Wow was impressed by this place! They offer something a little different than the usual Thai places. We got the crab fried rice and spicy eggplant w shrimp to go, major flavors!! Found the food to be a little on the saltier side for our liking but enjoyed it nonetheless. The eggplant was a standout for us. Similar to a blooming onion (iykyk), the sauce was also so good over rice. Will be back to try more!

    Beverage menu
    Natalie K.

    LOVE the vegan options + separate vegan menu. Not just 1 lonely veggie item, but actually a substantial number of entrees and appetizers. :) They even have vegan fish sauce, and some often hard to find vegan Thai dishes such as Khao Soi! They also have vegan cheesecake- the day I went they had 2 options, Pistachio & Chai. I got the pistachio and it was so good! Creamy smooth base- I think it is made of coconut. Pistachio flavor could be slightly stronger. The Tofu Satay was good- perfectly fried tofu with a tasty peanut sauce. The Khao Soi came with purple sweet potato noodles unexpectedly, instead of yellow noodles. It ended up being a pleasant surprise as firstly the colors were great, and secondly it was a super chewy texture. The curry soup was tasty and not too heavy- I've had vegan Khao Soi before that was extremely rich with coconut and a bit too heavy. The service was really good- my waitress was friendly and answered all my questions. Food came out in a reasonable time. The decor is really lovely- gold accents with a combination of traditional + modern decor. Lovely ambience for any occasion- family time, date night, friends night out. Would return if I was in NOLA again!

    Lobster Ravioli Tom Kha
    Stephanie T.

    Admittedly, I had very high expectations for my meal at Thaihey (I actually made it my last meal in NoLa). The decor is nice and service was great but the food was sadly a disappointment. I Ordered the lobster ravioli tom kah (3.5/5: it was pretty good but not great. Sauce/soup was pretty good but I've had more flavorful tom kha before. Lobster seemed overcooked and ravioli was a bit thick). For a 30+ dollar dish this was very disappointing. My friends enjoyed their meals but given that this is the Same chef as Thai place in st roche market (which had incredible food), this was a disappointment.

    Spicy Eggplant Tofu
    Jennifer H.

    Probably the best meal we had in New Orleans! I could do with skipping the tofu satay appetizer next time though. It didn't have that much flavor although the tofu was cooked well. Also, my husband is allergic to peanuts and they charged us for an extra chili sauce that they brought out for us - seems a little unfair. Anyway, I ordered the fried eggplant with tofu for my meal and it was great! Eggplant was perfectly fried and cooked and I loved the salty savory sauce filled with chopped onions that it came in. I also appreciated that the eggplant wasn't just soaked in the sauce so it stayed crispy. The accompanying tofu was also great with the sauce. And a healthy side dose of white rice to balance it all out.

    Fried Okra Vegan & GF
    Angie D.

    What a fabulous evening at Thaihey with friends. Cocktails were a little pricey at 17 bucks each however they were truly craft cocktails and delicious. We went early Saturday evening and got in without reservations although it did look like they were getting really busy by the time we left. The fried okra was crispy and deliciously spicy. My husband and I split the Spicy Ramen Pork Ribs, the ribs fell apart and the ramen went perfectly with every bite. It's a lovely little restaurant with great service.

    Khao Soi Short Rib Slow cooked Short Rib Northern style yellow curry noodle soup with fried egg noodles, pickled radish, and fresh cilantro
    Ashley M.

    Super underrated New Orleans eatery! Ended up going here twice in 4 days and attempted to go 4x in 4 days! It's just that good. My colleagues and I first dined here following a paddle boat tour so we arrived slightly before 5pm on a Sunday, which is when they open. Within minutes of opening, all tables were filled and in retrospect, we were so lucky to be able to time this perfectly to enjoy our first dining experience! I've since been a couple of times, with an attempt to go every night for 4 nights, but they were either booked or the wait was too long. I believe they do take reservations, so prepare yourselves in advance! On my second visit here, we were able to snag one of the three open tables at 6pm. Here's everything I've tried and the standouts: - Thai Iced Tea: MUST TRY! There's two options: a dairy and vegan option. The drink is served with a tea-infused ice block so after you finish your initial drink, you can keep adding more liquid for more tea! - Thaihey Fried okra: Deep fried okra with secret spices seasoning - this was great but nothing phenomenal. Has a kick. My coworkers enjoyed the exotic spices. - Green Curry Dumplings: Kurobuta pork marinated in green curry, encased in a light dough, served with a coconut milk sauce and basil oil drizzle - I thought the coconut milk sauce diluted the overall flavor and made the dish watery, and $15 for 4 dumplings is a lot to pay, but my coworkers enjoyed this dish. The presentation is gorgeous! I would probably not order again. - Thaihey Pad Thai Colossal Soft Shell Crab: Stir fried rice noodle with tamarind sauce, sliced saffron egg sheet, crushed peanut, cabbage, and rainbow carrot - looked delicious but the pad thai was not authentic. - Khao Soi Short Rib: Slow cooked Short Rib Northern style yellow curry noodle soup with fried egg noodles, pickled radish, and fresh cilantro. Know that Thaihey has 5 different Khao Soi options on the menu, and Khao Soi is my most favorite Thai dish - I was in foodie heaven! Surely, I thought this place knows how to do Khao Soi right. I ordered the most expensive version thinking I was in for a treat. If done correctly, Khao Soi should be a blend of flavors and textures that explode in your mouth! I was so disappointed in Thaihey's rendition of Khao Soi. As you can see, my dish lacked color, flavor, and depth. It was also incredibly salty. I packed most of it to-go and had to order a side of rice to balance out the salt. Definitely would not pay $45 again for this disappointment. - Ribeye Boat Noodle Soup - Seared ribeye beef in a sweet soy sauce, infused with aromatic five-spice oxtail broth, served with spinach and rice noodles. This was a STANDOUT dish! Obviously not traditional boat noodle soup made with beef or pork blood, but the soup was bursting with spice and incredibly delicious. I ordered this with a medium spice level and it was fantastic! - Thaihey Spicy Ramen Pork Ribs: Korean BBQ sauce-coated fried pork ribs served with stir-fried ramen noodles, Thai basil and salted egg yolk. Another STANDOUT dish! The pork ribs and diverse flavors of the noodles with the veggie combo really brings this dish together. Very delicious! - Pistachio Vegan Cheesecake: Graham cracker, caramel, toasted marshmallow cheesecake, chocolate ganache, and graham crust by Deuxbelle Vegan Pastry & Confections - this was done very well!! I'm not vegan but was impressed by this dessert. Overall, the ambiance is a bit tight. The restaurant would struggle with accommodating parties more than 4 (if it's even possible). I wouldn't call this an authentic Thai restaurant, but instead a restaurant that does a variety of Thai-inspired dishes pretty well. Another plus is their wide selection of vegan options in a city that's known for seafood and heavy meat dishes. Service was attentive on both occasions. Thaihey has my vote! Will definitely return.

    Larb Fried Chicken Salad
    Kimberly H.

    Probably the best meal my boyfriend and I have had during our visit in NOLA! Our server, Jeremy, was great. Seems like he really enjoys his time there. I was a little skeptical at first because every dish looks like it was all for show. NO! It was also packed with lots of flavor. An elevated experience for sure. The dipping sauce for each appetizers were, legit, made from scratch and oh-so-yummy! Our favorite was the frog legs. Highly recommend.

    Tofu Satay Vegan & GF
    Aparna B.

    Awesome Thai place in the heart of the Quarter. We were able to sit outside at a last minute reservation and they have an entire vegan menu -- but it's only available on Fridays! I got the tofu soup which was cool to see presented to me. The tofu satay was also really good for an appetizer! Drinks are on the sweeter side. The desserts were all vegan and it was delicious!

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    2 months ago

    Delicious and perfect change from many other menus. Portions were generous. Charming room. Will be back

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