This was a spur of the moment dinner choice on a Saturday night at 7:00 pm. Every place around was packed and Patio Thai was no exception , waited about 5-7 minutes for hostess and she said they were opening upstairs room for us and 3 other tables waiting . Took a little while but it was worth the wait!! Spring rolls were delicious and crust was light and fluffy. Red curry chicken was absolutely fantastic per my Wife. And I had the crispy pork delight . Pork was on point and crispy with a sauce that was perfect. Staff were very polite and speedy, the room had plenty of room and very accommodating. We will be back for sure when in Richmond. read more

This is one of my favorite Thai spots in the city. I tend to get noodle dishes since those are my favorite Thai dishes, however, their curries are divine here too. We live in walking distance so tend to walk over. There is free street parking nearby if you do drive. It's also a great takeout spot. Their pad Thai is pretty good, but I like their pad see ew the best for noodles. When we've gone, we've eaten inside, but it seems like they have a beautiful patio in the back. The service can feel a little slow if you're in a rush. If you're doing takeout you go upstairs to grab your order. If you want to dine in, you go down to the left. On a recent trip, I tried their salmon curry and it was incredible. I highly recommend ordering this wholesome and delicious dish. This is a wonderful spot for Thai food. read more

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Great food. Very chic ambiance on the back patio. Cool cocktails. We were happy to have found this place. The staff was friendly. Parking was easy, just out front on the street. Everything we tried was fresh and excellent. read more

The Patio Thai - Volcano Seafood @ Patio Thai in Richmond, VA - Thai Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Had a great meal but the service was subpar. Not sure if the kitchen or wait staff was the issue but food was delayed. On the positive side the patio atmosphere was relaxing in spite of impending rain. And the food was really good and plentiful. Larb Gai and fried chive bread were great. Never had the chive bread. Entrees excellent too but shy of spice. Think the duck dish had 2 chili pepper designation but was not spicy. Will try again. read more

The Patio Thai - Kai Prow chicken - Thai Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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The Patio Thai is a cute spot with solid food. I came on a rainy day and sat at the bar. They have a very cozy ambiance inside; great for a date night. The Kapow fried rice with beef was a wonderful portion and presented nicely. I have also gotten takeout from here and it's just as good! read more

The Patio Thai - menu - Thai Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Tried Patio Thai for the first time and it did not disappoint! We started with the Thai wings in sweet chili sauce -- perfectly crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and coated in just the right amount of flavorful sauce. Hands down a must-order. I also got the beef drunken noodles, which came out hot, saucy, and packed with flavor. A little on the sweeter side, but still super satisfying and comforting. The food came out fresh and the portions were solid. Overall, a great experience and definitely a spot I'll be coming back to when I'm craving Thai in RVA! read more

The Patio Thai - Beef drunken noodle - Thai Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

been here twice. I get the same thing every time. This time I got the pad see ew with tofu like I usually do as a to go order. the tofu almost tasted like it was fried in rancid oil it definitely was the only thing I could taste in my food. Their curry puffs were good and their Thai tea was good read more

Walked in here on a Wednesday evening. They have a parking space across the street. We got seated right away. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. The patio was cute, with a mini fountain. The second floor has more seats/tables. Our server Joshua answered questions about the menu and was personable. Their drinks were great! I particularly like sweet ones - Woman from Venus, Lychee martini, Piece of Heaven. They were all refreshing. Rama chicken was sauteed chicken in peanut sauce with carrots and broccoli. It was not as flavorful as one would expect. I enjoyed the crispy duck with basil. Flavorful, crispy, varying textures and not really spicy. Both dishes were served with rice. Giving this place 4/5 for cozy ambiance and great drinks. read more

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I want to thank Patio Thia for the bottle of wine they gave as a Mother's Day gift! It was a very nice surprise. My family enjoyed the ambiance and the setting. My son had driven by it many times and thought it looked very nice! The service and the food were excellent. We will be sure to go back sometime as we do not go downtown much. It was a nice treat. read more

The service here is really good! The aesthetics and the vibe is great. I LOVE their drinks. The problem is the food. I've been here twice and while I appreciate a good aesthetic, the food here is very underwhelming. I got the chicken curry and while it wasn't the worst, it wasn't the best. It was edible. I was hoping for something incredibly delicious when I eat out. The rice was very dry. The service here was great, we had a really nice server. read more

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I got a hard Thai tea ($13) , papaya salad medium spice ($10) drunken noodles with tofu with medium spice ($16) and , crispy duck Thai basil with mediu ($23). Food came in about 20ish minutes. The papaya salad had the perfect spice at medium. Drunken noodles were a bit disappointing to me as it was a super sweet sauce but not much spice or savoriness. The star was the crispy duck Thai basil, perfect amount of spice with great seasoning. The duck was fried well and was crispy, moist, and flavorful. Staff and service went by very well. Overall I had a phenomenal experience with the papaya salad and duck basil! Food(50%): 8.0 Staff/service(25%): 8.0 Value(25%): 6.0 Overall: 7.5/10 read more

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A few issues on our recent visit here. First, there are stairs up or down - not viable for mobility impaired. Another minor inconvenience is that there is no private parking, and street parking is both limited and has a fee. My wife ordered their beef rib soup, and we both thought it was gamey & tough. I must point out that our waitress took it back and replaced it with a different dish with no issue (and we were not charged for it either). I ordered the drunken noodles and requested a "true Thai" level of spice (I do like the heat!). Very frequently I get ignored but here the spice level was excellent. The flavors were great - so much better than needing to douse with spicy sauce afterwards. The decor was dark, booth cushions were worn, there were holes in the wallboard and the restroom needed cleaning. All-in-all it wasn't bad, and after the initial mishap the food was great. Probably won't be back to dine here, though. We did note a number of to-go orders, so that may be a better option. read more

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Their Thai is so so good! We sat at their patio and it was a great ambiance while enjoying our delicious Thai cuisine. Spice was next level! The only place in Richmond that asks for spice level and ACTUALLY delivers spice and flavor. You hate to eat here!!! read more

Good, regular Thai food. Chicken Satay delicious!Great service and ambiance. Definitely recommend the drink! read more

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Never been a big fan of Thai food but I really enjoy this place! The spring rolls taste amazing and every dish I've tried is good. Cute inside, too! read more

The Patio Thai - Kai Yang - Thai Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Service was fast and observant, ambiance was good and the Thai Tea was amazing. Prices were fair. First let me caveat this by saying Thai has never been a favorite, so I was out of my element. I also hate giving less than 4 stars, especially when it's at a restaurant who checked all the boxes, and happens to be in a style I do not care for or have a lot of experience with. That said the food left something to be desired. I feel the tofu was overcooked or soggy, and the thick noodles were so gooey I have to think it was a prep or ingredients failure, not simply a style one. The tofu came out crispy and hot, so not a freshness issue from the kitchen. But when you bit into it it was chewing a deep fried wet sponge. There was little flavor and the texture was gross. I am a vegetarian and but have never had tofu served like that. So maybe thats how its supposed to be. But I doubt it. It was wierd firm and crunchy and then a squirt of flavorless warm watery oil when you bit into it. I cant believe anyone would like it that way. The peanut sauce it came with was flavorful though. The Tufo on the friends dish with the thick noodles wasnt much better and the thick noodles were nasty, overcooked and overly gooey. If you like Thai food and this is how its done ignore my criticism. But can't believe that it would be truly appetizing in anyway as was presented. That said the friend I was with said it was "ok" and he was the one who wanted Thai and loves Thai. Given he is also a foodie and normally raves when the food is good, I can only assume that it was as he said "OK". TL;DR. Foodie friend that loves Thai simply said it was OK, while this Vegetarian found the final product off putting and gross. That said friend did take home the leftovers. So not horrible if you like Thai, and if not a vegetarian consider this a 4 star review. If vegetarian and/or not a fan of Thai, 3 stars. There has to be better Thai options to try. That said the service and prices, speed of service and ambiance deserve a second chance even from me. Because maybe it was just our menu choices, or the tofu wasnt maybe as fresh as it could have been. That said I would avoid anything with tofu, and if you dont like the thick fat noodles extra gooey and chewy avoid them too. read more

The Patio Thai has been on my list for a hot minute and I finally got to try it today! It was the perfect day to sit out on the beautiful patio. Plenty of shade and a lovely breeze. For food and drink, we tried the Thai iced tea, daily beauty tea, papaya salad, spring rolls, chicken pad se ew, and spicy lemongrass chicken. Everything was fresh and flavorful. The papaya salad was a great spicy starter to the meal. Next time I'd skip the spring rolls. They were excellent, don't get me wrong, but standard. For the mains, I'll say the lemongrass chicken was a standout. The lemongrass slices did throw us off but we ate around them. Pad se ew was also well made and I'm sitting here excited for my leftovers! Service was also wonderful. Would definitely come back and try new things!!! read more

The Patio Thai - Thai Iced Tea - Thai Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Charming is right! What a magical atmosphere on the patio. The crispy duck was out of this world. We also had a special, which was a Thai salad with some pieces of fried chicken and a lot of beansprouts. Tangy passionfruit mocktail. Everyone here seemed very happy, from larger groups to single diners. This is my new favorite dinner restaurant in Richmond. read more

First of all, this isn't handicapped accessible because as soon as you walk in you look at two staircases, one for uber/pickup going up and the rest for dine in going down. We had paid for parking so we could minimize the walking to this Thai restaurant so that cost $4 before we sat down. I ordered the lunch special of "short ribs in a noodle soup", but that one gigantic rib was so difficult to cut, finally brought it to my mouth to get a bite. Not braised long enough so I attempted the noodles and soup which had zero flavor. My hubby tried the "short" rib and agreed that it had a gamey taste, unpleasant. I tried to wait for our server, but got up and walked to her notifying my dissatisfaction. She then offered a different meal. My next order was Shrimp Pad See-ew, which was a generous sized portion with four large shrimps. Hubby had finished his chicken Drunken Noodles which he had asked to be spicy, request was fulfilled. The restaurant did comp the first meal so we were pleased. The restaurant was decorated in dark colors, but we were downstairs so we felt it didn't uplift us. Generous portions of classic Thai dishes, but I did not like the special. read more

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this is such a cute restaurant! the outdoor patio in the back is beautiful and is a great spot on a good weather day. i tried a dish under their traditional section and although i'm glad that i tried it, i personally wasn't a fan. it was lacking depth and flavor. the other dishes at my table were all so so good though. the two fried rice dishes were delicious. the rice was super flavorful and well cooked. the crispy chicken with the sweet and pepper sauce was actually so good! it was not spicy at all but had the flavor of peppers instead. they were beautiful and tasty. they take time and put care into how the dishes look and it shows! the staff was friendly but did not check on us often (which was appreciated!). read more

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This spot is super cute and I had some higher expectations. The See-ew was not that good imo- but then again it may be a preference thing. My one friend loved hers, the other got the pork gyoza and loved those. The service was pretty quick- said it was gonna be about a 30 minute wait to be seated, but we sat at the bar about 5 minutes before a table cleared for us. The cleanliness of the floors were not great. read more

The Patio Thai - 38. Pad See-Ew Dinner (no meat added) - Thai Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

My husband took me here for my birthday and everything was amazing! The customer service was top-notch, the food was delicious, and the ambience was fantastic. We arrived an hour before closing but the staff went above and beyond to accommodate our needs. They didn't rush us at all! Our waiter was very patient and took time to explain various dishes/ ingredients in detail because some of our party had never eaten Thai food before. We will definitely patronize this business and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great Thai restaurant. read more

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It is such a cute hidden gem in downtown Richmond! It's right by VCUs campus. It's super easy to get to and even has a parking lot right next to it which is big for the city! It's very cute and intimate on the inside. It's in the basement of a building and has a great patio! I got the drunken noodles and they were so good! It was definently some of the better this I have had in richmond! The staff was super friendly, it takes a little while to get your food but once you get it, it's worth the wait! read more

The Patio Thai - Thai Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

This is my third time coming here and it's never let me down. I'm not from Richmond but anytime I'm in town. This is a must. Their basil fried rice is excellent. Additionally, they're one of the few Thai spots that will actually serve their dish "Thai hot". Highly recommend. read more

A group of six of us had dinner on September 6, 2024 and sat outside on the beautiful patio area which was lovely, especially as it got dark. The food we had was Duck Noodle Elegance (a soup), Spicy Chicken Lemongrass, Spicy Ka-Prow with Beef, Spicy Ka-Prow with Chicken, Drunken Noodles with Chicken, Pad See-Ew with Beef, and Ka-Pow Fried Rice with Chicken, and extra white rice. All the food was overly sweet and not very tasty. Everything was sweet! We later asked our server why everything was sweet, and he said that it was "Thai-fusion" and the way they served it. All was under seasoned as well. We also ordered most things spicy. The best of the dishes ordered was the Spicy Ka-Prow with Beef (the only food we have a photo of), and the Spicy Ka-Prow with Chicken. Menu pics are attached. At first the service was pretty good but about halfway through the meal, the server pretty much disappeared - we didn't see him going to any tables. We had to ask another server to ask him to bring our check. We really enjoyed the patio, but we would not go back for the food. That is a shame because a few years in the past the food was well seasoned and well prepared. read more

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A staple for me since Covid! This last time I ordered Lamb Mussaman Curry. The service was good and the flavors of my meal was unmatched. I love sitting outside when it's warm enough, very beautiful always. read more

The Patio Thai - Lamb Mussaman Curry - Thai Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Great Thai food and customer service! They have multiple areas to dine in including a beautiful patio that tends to fill up quickly. We sat inside in the front and had 2 drinks the mangonada and the pomegarita. Both were strong but tasty! They craft some very cute photo worthy cocktails and mocktails here. For dinner we opted for the shrimp drunken noodles and the pineapple bonanza which was a whole branzino fish in a spicy sauce, veggies and pineapples. The fish was divine! Def a lot better than a lot of other Thai places I've tried. read more

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Walked here before going to a show at Altria. Found via a yelp search! Food was amazing. The salmon curry was loaded with veggies and curry was perfect. We also got the spring rolls that were tasty and friend had pad thai. Drinks were delicious too. Place was small inside but we noticed the outside patio which adds extra space. Our service was good. Nothing spectacular but on point for what seemed like a busy Wednesday. read more

The Patio Thai - 25. Grilled Salmon Curry - Thai Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Great food and beautiful patio setting if seats available. Great dinner space in middle of the city. Been here a few times and food is A+. read more

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Great service and food. Was able to accommodate a group of 7. All members were satisfied with their choices. Top 3 places I recommend for out of town coworkers read more

The Patio Thai - Volcano seafood - Thai Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Beautiful Patio, great dining experience, delicious food. If I had any complaint it would be that the staff took A while to come to our table. The crispy duck dish is an absolute must try! OUTSTANDING!!! read more

The Patio Thai - After - Thai Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Upon walking in, I was seated immediately with friendly workers. The thai tea was very refreshing and sweet. I will say it's more on the milkier side. The food came out fast and the pad see ew was very flavorful. The soy sauce/oyster sauce flavor on the pad see ew was very strong and delicious. The portions were GENEROUS. I split the pad see ew with my partner and still couldn't finish it! I felt that the chinese broccoli was a little bitter, and could have been replaced with regular broccoli. The vegetable soup was really good and refreshing. It was light yet flavorful at the same time. The mango sticky rice IS A MUST!!! It was very fresh and the mangoes used were extremely sweet! They put something crunchy on top and use blue colored rice. The rice was so warm and chewy and they were generous with the coconut sauce. The food was extremely good but the interior was a bit dusty and outdated. The floor had a dead roach and there were dust so it felt kind of unsettling to eat at. Overall, the food is good I just wish the atmosphere was better read more

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Spot. Hitter. Was staying in downtown Richmond for work and was looking for something for an early dinner. Heard of this place on the recommendation of a coworker and decided to give it a shot, and man am I so happy I did! The restaurant itself is in a charming neighborhood and has the cutest back patio. The weather was gorgeous the day I went, so opted to sit back there. It was Happy Hour (4:30-7:30 I believe), so I got my Singha draft beer for a $1.00 off. Chose my go-to Thai meal of Green Curry with Shrimp (and white rice) from the dinner menu and OMG when I tell you I practically licked the bowl clean. It was absolutely delicious--exactly what I was hoping for and just the right amount of heat. I'm drooling just thinking about this meal again. Overall, I loved my early evening here. Charming restaurant with friendly staff and the food was amazing. Would RUN, not walk, back, if I'm ever in downtown Richmond again. All pictured was about $25 pre-tip. read more

The Patio Thai - Green Curry with Shrimp - Thai Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Great service and food. We sat out on the patio but felt like we were in a little jungle. The decorations on the table were so cute!

Came here because we had a random coupon we got sent in the mail - and WOW what a cool spot. The entire vibe of this place is wonderful - beautiful patio outside with some gorgeous red brick, fountain, etc - felt very regal and we ended up having the whole place to ourselves... and a much more intimate scene on the inside. Love that its basically just a remodeled house? Service was quick and reliable, price was affordable (probs because of the coupon - but still), and there was plenty of variation on the menu. The Chicken Drunken Noodles were amazing - I still think about those tomato chunks and the soft pillowy texture of those noodles. Our other dish was a Tofu Gteen Curry, which had a KICK to it for sure but definitely delivered. This city has some good Thai food and we are confident this place should be near the top of that list on any given day. read more

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Pai Thai with beef - the sauce tasted like it was made with ketchup (really reddish-orange color). The beef was thick, almost if it was pre-cooked in water and just laid over / mixed with the noodles - the beef has no flavor and dry. Initially I thought it looked like pork. Not like anything I ever tasted from other Thai restaurants. Very disappointing and it was ~$16 for lunch. read more

I have been coming to Patio Thai for over 4 years and it is my favorite restaurant in Richmond. It's the perfect spot whether you're catching up with friends, having a date night, or hosting a work dinner. I often do carry out as well and the separate take out area upstairs makes it easy to grab and go without disturbing the dine in guests. Reservations can be made on Resy. You really can't go wrong with any of their dishes. Some of my favorites are the pad thai, drunken noodles, pad see ew, red curry, sriracha wings, pineapple fried rice, and spicy eggplant. I've hosted two work dinner parties here with ~20 guests and they couldn't make it any easier. You order from the catering menu and pay in advance. They've been able to accommodate requests with no problem. They also go the extra mile and decorate the room without asking. Everyone I have brought here has loved it! The food, service, and ambiance could not be better. They even have a small parking lot if street parking is a concern, though there is plenty of it. read more

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The atmosphere is so arty, moody, relaxing and charming. As soon as you walk in you are swept away into a whole- nutha world where all u have to do and sit down and relax until the great food comes out! And boy was it great service and food. Thai food might be one of my favorites and being in the military- I've travelled and had a lot of Thai food- Americanized and authentic. This was right at the top! Had the Drunkin noodles and pad Thai ! Both were phenomenal! Came out fresh, steaming hot ( the bowled sealed in the heat) and with layers of deep flavor! The service was amazing. Had great conversation that felt like I was right at home and could ask for anything and they would find a way to deliver with a huge smile. Only thing better is grandma's hugs read more

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The patio Thai is the cutest tucked away find. The twinkle lights on the patio set a great vibe. The Pomargarita was delicious and big for the price. The green curry was delicious. The drunken noodles were on the more spicy side. Overall great service, I can't wait to go back! read more

The Patio Thai - Pomargarita, Green Curry Dinner (Spicy) with tofu, Drunken Noodles Dinner - Thai Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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The food was great.. once we got it. Made a reservation for a party of 7 and was seated towards the back. We waited forever to order, forever to get our drinks, and forever for our food. As our food was coming, they asked our ENTIRE party to move tables to make room for another party. We shuffled all of our things (purses, napkins, silverware, drinks) to a new table and then they served us. Not only was the food cold, but they seated THREE people at our table for seven we'd previously been sat at. To make up for it, they offered us free drinks all night but were not college kids so it really didn't redeem the inconvenience. Food=very good. Service=awful. read more