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Tum Pok Pok

4.1 (468 reviews)
ModerateThai, Salad, Coffee & Tea
Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Classy
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Dogs allowed

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Pad-Zee-Ew with chicken
Aparajita S.

This spot has been on my list for a while so came here for dinner with some friends. There was a good crowd inside but got seated quickly. I started off with a Thai tea which was absolutely delicious and not too sweet and quite creamy! I think it's the favorite one I've tried! For my main I went with Pad Zee Ew with chicken. We got our food shortly after and overall was impressed by how flavorful the dish was and had a nice little kick. There was plenty of chicken and veggies and honestly the portion size was quite large for the price. The staff was super nice and loved the decor inside. It shares a parking lot with a large grocery store so parking was super easy to find!

Entrance
Anjan S.

We were looking for an authentic Thai restaurant and decided to give this place a try. The ambiance definitely had an authentic Thai feel, although it was little unusual that the restaurant prefers customers to place their orders online. On thing vegetarians should be aware of is that while we specifically wanted dishes without fish sauce, we were told that all of the curries are made with oyster sauce, so this may not be the right place if you strictly avoid those ingredients. The food itself tasted good, but the portion sizes were disappointing for the price. Our vegetables noodle dish had surprisingly few noodles, and the green curry came in a fairly small bowl. Overall, while the flavors were decent, the price-to-portion ratio just didn't work for us. Unfortunately, we probably wouldn't return.

Mango sweet sticky rice
Amanda S.

A great spot on Buford hwy for authentic Thai food! We came with some friends on a Wednesday night and it was moderately busy but there was no wait. Alex and I decided to share their massaman curry and pad see ew and I also got their nom yen as a drink to try something new. Unfortunately I HATED the nom yen lol so I'm just gonna stick to Thai tea next time but the food itself was delicious!! The massaman curry was definitely my favorite of the two dishes and I thought the heat was perfect, but the pad see ew was great if you want a noodle option. The roti was also a great app to dip into the curry. I ended the night with some mango sticky rice. I thought it was pretty good, but standard for sticky rice. Since it's close to me I'll definitely be back, and I would definitely recommend Tum Pok Pok if you're in the area!

Menu
Jim N.

Tom Pok Pok The place has a really unique and relaxed vibe. I immediately noticed that you can order and pay with a QR code, which makes the service super efficient; the staff super friendly. The staff is incredibly helpful and welcoming. The food was delicious and flavorful, just as I'd hoped. The pad Thai had a wonderful blend of flavors, and the noodles were perfectly cooked. The Masaman Curry was flavorful and satisfying. The mango sweet sticky rice was the perfect sweet ending to a great meal.

V16 Pad Thai Pok Pok
Josh M.

I really enjoyed this place and its decor. There was plenty of indoor seating and selections of various Thai foods to choose from. I've traveled to Thailand a few times and I would say this is pretty authentic. The pad Thai was on point and the curry puff pastries were amazing. The papaya salad could use some work but overall the service and entrees made up for it. Well done.

Fish Cake
Phuong D.

Tum Pok Pok, a restaurant I've visited a few times since its opening, has consistently delivered average dishes. The photos here showcase items I've tried during my visits. Despite my hopes, the food has never truly impressed me. One major disappointment is the roast pork. Unlike the crispy roast pork found in Chinese restaurants, this version is hard and chewy. The roti canai was decent, but nothing extraordinary. The fried fish cake was unique and enjoyable. However, the chicken skewers were dry and unappetizing. The mango salad was okay, while the pad kee mao and pad see yew are safe bets. The service is decent, but it can be slow during peak hours. Orders are placed by scanning a QR code at each table, and payments are also made through the same platform. When the restaurant first opened, it had a collection of "Tum Pok Pok" stickers that customers pasted all over the walls and tables. However, after a few years, these stickers have become a source of concern. While the interior decor is nice, tables with half-ripped-up stickers don't contribute to a pleasant dining experience.

Briana S.

This was a great spot! Food was so good. Service was very quick! I got the Pad Kee Mao and it was perfect! The perfect amount of spice. I also got their lychee martini (had me a little lit). I also had their Mango Sticky Rice. I have no idea how this is suppose to taste, honestly, but it's not as sweet as I anticipated to be. It's a little pricey, but it's worth it. The serving sizes are big in my opinion.

Song Y.

Well decorated interior with many Thailand related items. Very relaxed environment. Easy and plentiful parking. Server was very friendly and helpful with recommendations without being pushy. You scan a QR code and place an order from your phone. You pay when you order. It also includes preset 15% gratuity without an option to change it. I usually leave 20% but prefer to leave tip at the end of the meal not the beginning. Food came out very fast. We wanted three dishes to come out first as our appetizers but all the dishes came out in a random order. It's OK bc we were doing family style and sharing all food. If you weren't, the order of dishes coming out can feel awkward and sloppy. We ordered 3 appetizers and 3 mains. All were delicious. I would recommend others to try.

V5 Tof Man Pla (Red Curry Flavored Fish Cake)
Brittnie O.

Went to Tum Pok Pok to celebrate my friends birthday and had super delicious Thai meal. I've been here in the past when they first opened and the portions were very small but they have since elevated their portion sizes. Atmosphere: The atmosphere was giving me young and fun, with a twist of cool nostalgic retro Thai vibes. They were playing Thai pop music playing in the background that really set the mood and they were playing very upbeat Thai music in the restroom that gave you a club like party vibe. We ordered through a QR code at the table, but our server was still very attentive throughout the night. We started with a few appetizers to share with the table and a few entrees. Every dish had authentic Thai flavors that reminded me of my last trip to Thailand. Appetizers: Tod Man Pla (fish cakes): my all time favorite no matter where I go. The flavor was not overwhelming at all with the perfect blend of curry paste and strong kaffir lime leaf flavor that makes Thai fish cakes so special. The sweet dipping sauce that came with it was a perfect touch. Tao Huu Tod (fried tofu): very basic, probably would not order this again. Tofu was diced into very small cubes and lightly fried, but the sauce that it came with was nice. Moo Tod (fried pork): very juicy, and crispy, with a lot of flavor. Personally I thought there wasn't enough of a meat to fat ratio. Tum Thai (papaya salad): the ingredients were very fresh but because we didn't order it spicy (had some people that couldn't handle spicy), some of the flavors were not able to elevate the dish. If we had gotten it spicy I'm sure it would have been superior. Still very good! Main course: Tom Kha (Coconut Soup): ordered the hotpot version and the soup was very rich and creamy with coconut and had a good amount of mushrooms, tomatoes, and chicken. Only issue I had with the dish was, the metal spoon they gave us to scoop with. Wish they had a small ladle or something easier to distribute the broth. Pad Thai: The noodles were perfectly cooked with just the right chew (I don't like them too soft so they were perfect) and the sauce had that perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. The portion was quite generous and the mix of textures from the crushed peanuts, fresh bean sprouts, and lime on the side complimented the dish very well. Green Curry: was very vibrant in color (which threw me off at the beginning but the flavor was there. It wasn't spicy or too overwhelming with the taste of coconut milk like some places. Overall, it was a great dining experience, and I'll definitely be coming back to try more dishes. Service was quick and server was friendly.

Roti and spring rolls
Nicola L.

This is a Thai street food restaurant. They said it not me. I've never been to Thailand, but I had preconceived ideas about the food. There are a few designated parking spaces in front of the restaurant. You don't have to park in the designated spots. Inside the restaurant it's decorated with memorabilia. You order and pay for your food from the QR code. Food comes out fairly quickly. I have to mention that you will have to ask for a stray and napkins. Also for street food items I think everything was overpriced. And there is a fee attached along with tax. My lunch bill came up to $43. Food was alright. Just don't think I'll be going back anytime soon.

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Amanda C.

Really enjoyed this Thai spot! Got take out so I can only imagine how much better it would be having a fresh meal in person. Looking forward to going back for a dine in experience! We ordered the khao soi, pad thai, green curry, fried pork belly basil w/rice, and a thai tea cake. I just came back from northern Thailand a few months ago and the khao soi really hit the spot. Loved how all the foods were not too sweet or too salty. Felt closer to the foods I had in Thailand compared to some of the Americanized Thai spots. The thai tea cake was good but I would probably try a different dessert next time since I didn't love it.

Thebigbackexperience T.

This is one of our all-time favs back home in ATL! Highly recommend this spot if you're in the A and looking for some Thai food. Pad See Ew with Crispy Pork Belly - 10/10 Might be the goat of pad see ews. The classic deep umami richness with sweet caramelized notes done right. Their beef option is phenomenal and probably more popular, but the crispy pork belly version offers a somewhat more unique twist that just hits the spot. Seafood Pad Thai - 10/10 Their take on Pad Thai is among the best, if not the best, in the game. Bright, tangy, nutty, and slightly sweet. Crispy Pork Belly Bites + Thai Isan Sausage - 8.5/10 The pork belly pairs excellently with their cilantro-lime dipping sauce. Their sausage has a crispy casing with spicy minced meat and herbs - it's quite unique and definitely worth trying. Seafood Tom-Kha Soup - 9/10 Creamy, tangy, savory, spicy flavor profile. Basically a coconut-lime hug with a gentle kick! Red Nom Yen - 9/10 An iced milk-based drink that is sweet, creamy, and fragrant. Kind of like a Thai strawberry milk!

Menu
Soojin K.

I love their ordering system. It's supposed to be like Thai street food style, so there's a bell at your table to call your server whenever you need them. On a QR code, you open a tab and keep ordering until you close your tab. I like that I can order anything whenever I want and receive it in that order. Prices were fair. The 15% service fee is perfect, although I tipped an additional 3%. The menu is difficult to choose from if you're unfamiliar with Thai food as a whole. I had strangers ask what I was ordering. The roti curry, I wish there was more substance to it. It's just boring liquid curry and roti for $9. The warm mango sticky rice was really good. The tom kha soup was better than other restaurants. The pad zee ew rice noodle was overcooked it broke apart into crumbles, but had great flavor. The Thai tea was a bit sweet but good, I like that the tea pot gives you two servings worth. I will return next time to try other things.

Beef noodle soup, pad thai and tod mahn

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