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    Waterside Thai Kitchen

    3.7 (82 reviews)
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    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Yum nuah( beef salad!
    Sameth P.

    We wanted to give this restaurant a try. After reading the numerous review we finally ordered. We ordered pineapple fried rice, tom yam seafood, yum nuah( beef salad) and pad see-eww. The beef was very tough and the sauce that was on it was strange. I've had this salad at other Thai restaurant and it was so much better. I really tried to finished it but couldn't bring myself to because it was a strange flavor I can't describe. I threw it out. Tom Yum tasted like I was eating dessert, yes it was that sweet. I took one spoonful and threw the rest out. Pad See-eww( fried rice noodles) was also sweet. Tried the pineapple fried rice and would not ever order it again, so much for being adventurous. Overall, we did not like any of the food we order. Majority of the food ended up in the trash. It was not good at all. What a waste of money! Would never order again as I don't want to waste money on food that looks good but does not taste good.

    Chicken satay!
    Heather J.

    Oh. My. Goodness. Best Pad Thai I've ever had!!!!! (and at a great price, ~$9) The restaurant is cute and cozy- it wasn't too crowded when we went (7pm, Saturday) but I could see how it could quickly get that way. I'd call ahead just in case (they take reservations). Our party of 4 was attended to quickly and the meals took a bit of time- but do remember that all their dishes are made from scratch and as the menu says "time is an ally". They take the time to properly prepare all of their dishes, and let me tell you it is worth the wait!!! It's BYOB which is an added touch :)

    Fresh spring rolls and shrimp
    Shar A.

    What a delight. We stumbled upon this place as a result of getting lost, being very hungry, and wanting to sit outside in the sun on a beautiful May day. My hubby noticed a small sign that said outdoor seating so we hung a left into Rim Nahm. At first sight, it's small and dim. Owner says it gets busy around 7pm for takeout orders. These people have probably never seen the back deck. Nestled past the indoor dining area on an iron deck is a wrap around balcony (as narrow as a firescape). At the far end overlooking the water and boats is one small iron table and two chairs. A perfect, exclusive little spot perfect for our Sunday lunch. We ordered pad see eew, fresh spring rolls, and shrimp rolls. We drank soda water and lemon. Affordable, fresh, and yummy. Happy to return.

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    Five star service and five star food quality! Highly recommend this establishment. Nice and cozy atmosphere. Home cooked meal at its best.

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    It was fine. Nothing fancy. Food was good. It was late & I think they were expecting us to get it to go.

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    Food is always good and the prices are great. BYOB is always an added bonus. I would recommend.

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    Good cuisine. Owned by a kind lady but portions are not as big as expected and different foods don't come together.

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    Thai Orchid

    Thai Orchid

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    Been a long time since I have been here--new owners. Susie is gone!…read more Not a good transition. "Scallion Pancake" (really a chive dumpling -gui chai) are my favorite. Completely undercooked. Drunken Noodle--(pad kee mow)_a Thai staple, --soggy, bland--way too sweet. My friend ordered Orange Chicken--broccoli totally raw, chicken bland. More of a Chinese restaurant than Thai. You need to do better. Won't be back.

    Seems like Thai Orchid is under new management/ownership as of February 2025. The food is much…read moredifferent than before and the prices are about 20% higher, too. I got my 'usual' order from when it was the prior ownership/management and have to say I was less than impressed. I ordered spring rolls which have a large portion size (6 large rolls) which are much larger than the prior owners but the taste is just mainly of cabbage and oil. Not much flavor and they seemed to be a little dense/soggy with oil. The crab rangoons were made with imitation crab meat and had curry, not really any crab flavor. They seemed to use a thin premade wrapper. I also got pad thai which was okay. It was a bit on the mushy side. Flavor was okay but it just didn't seem to have the same fresh, clean quality as prior recipe. Tasted similar to a lot of other thai restaurants, which may not be a bad thing I guess. Finally I ordered drunken noodles for lunch the next day. These did not come spicy at all but instead came with a chili sauce on the side. The noodles themselves were really thick and gummy and bunched up (kind of a squareish size) rather than long ribbons. There was just almost no flavor to this dish and the flavor was just fish sauce or something similar. No complexity or layers of flavor. Very one dimensional. Overall, for the higher price it was relatively disappointing.

    Thai Excursion - Khao Soi

    Thai Excursion

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    I have been driving by Thai Excursion for a few weeks since it is on my way home. I am an Asian…read moreFood Connoisseur and Thai is one of my go-to cuisines. BLUF: DELICIOUS!!! What makes me want to say that starts by the welcome from the warmth and kindness from the staff. Tate made me feel at home. He did not make me feel rushed. I work at Amazon and for those of you who have worked for Amazon, rushing is crawling while sprinting is walking. Tate did not rush me at all. So, I felt right at home. I was tired and I was thankful for not being rushed. I ordered my drink and sauted clams. The drink only took less than 4 mins to make. The clams came out quickly. Then my Drunken Noodle dish came out and it was spicy to my liking ... Thai Hot #10. I also asked for additional hot pepper. I recommend Thai Excursion for anyone to try. You will not be disappointed.

    I have nothing bad to say about this place. We were on a hunt for noodle soup and wanted to try a…read morespot we haven't been to. Their pho with short rib is ginormous!! I'd say three people can split it! The broth is very rich and hearty! I wanted to sample everything since we never been here before and everything was delicious. The clams were tasty with a little kick of spice. Mini wings were cute and yummy. We also ordered their ribs platter as an all bc we're fatties and it reminded me of my parent's ribs. Now that says a lot! I was pretty full from all the apps so I ordered two small soups as my entree bc again, wanted to sample everything. I got shrimp tom yum soup (best I've had so far) and clear soup. Very very light and soothing with clear noodz. We'll definitely be back. Our server was very very nice and accommodating.

    Apsara Restaurant - Steam Pork Bun

    Apsara Restaurant

    (508 reviews)

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    Elmwood

    Apsara is one of my favorite restaurants in the World. Yes, you read that right--I have been to…read moreevery continent (except for Antarctica) and still write this with great confidence. I have been going to Apsara since the late 1980s, back when it was called "Bayon." It became AMAZING when it was purchased by the Te family, who still own and run Apsara. At its core, Apsara is and always has been loved by the college students in RI, for its kind servers, wonderful and eclectic foods (Cambodian, but also with Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese and Lao dishes, as well), very affordable prices and BYOB. The family has attempted various new ideas over the years, such as having sushi, and Asian shaved ices, and sticky rice desserts, most of which have come and gone, but the core menu is generally unchanged. One can still also try to order "off menu," although it's not as common practice as it had been. Start with the Nime Chow, which is essentially a fresh spring roll but with their delicious fish sauce, with crushed peanuts for dipping. I highly recommend adding a dribble of Sriracha to the sauce. Addictive! The chefs are known for cooking their stocks everyday, from hours before dawn. I find all of their soups to be delicious, with a suggestion to try their Vietnamese Sweet and Sour soup or their Tom Yum when you're battling a Winter cold. The also make Mekong fish cakes as an appetizer (finally now sometimes found at Thai places), as well as Natang, which is a minced pork with coconut cream and curry, and sometimes dried shrimp. You spoon it onto their homemade rice cakes... trust me, you'll never be tempted by Quaker Oats rice cakes ever again! Crispy wings are also solid, and the beef teriyaki is an essential (think Phnom Penh street food). The restaurant is pretty small and bustling, but very warm and "family-like." People there learn your name, as you learn theirs. Entrees are wonderful. The whole fish fried with fresh pineapple, cucumbers and tomatoes is killer! The stir fried chicken with lemongrass is delicious (try the "dry sauce") although they no longer make it with ground chicken and Thai chilis and basil (a shame as it was REALLY awesome!). The bee bongs are essentially a noodle bowl with vegetables and a protein, with fish sauce, chopped nuts and a taro fried spring roll. Other favorites include beef loclac (tender grilled beef cubes with onions and a yummy lime and black pepper dipping sauce) or the stir fried ginger chicken, with aged ginger and fresh mushrooms and onions. On a hot Summer day, the shrimp nyom (a cold shrimp salad) is tough to beat. Or mix it up, such as with Phnom Penh twilight, with calamari, shrimp, scallops and sometimes green NZ mussels. And if anyone is wondering, their white rice and their house tea are very high quality. If you are concerned about the somewhat dicey neighborhood (South Providence) or the small size of Apsara, take comfort in the fact that famous actors, musicians and celebrities have joined their kids to go there when attending the kids' graduations from Brown or RISD or wherever!

    Apsara will always be my go-to spot for authentic Cambodian food. I highly recommend it to anyone…read morevisiting from out of town. The food is consistently on point, and they offer a great selection of lunch and dinner specials at a reasonable price. The staff are always patient and friendly, which makes the experience even better. From the outside to the inside, the restaurant beautifully represents Cambodian culture with its paintings and statues , it truly feels like you've stepped into Southeast Asia. It's also BYOB, so you can bring your own drinks to enjoy with your meal. Overall, this small, family owned gem in Providence is definitely worth a visit.

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