Bland, blech, barf. That's pretty much how I feel about Wild Thaiger. The food here is the farthest thing from authentic as it could get without venturing into Lean Cuisine territory. I suppose, though, it was the closest us downtowners had to real Thai, until Thai Hut and Thai Elephant moved in. (You are on notice, Wild Thaiger!) I think I gave it a fair shake. I ate here a total of four times, with different people and different food. I was not impressed once. In fact, I was pretty disgusted twice to find a long black hair weaving itself through my molded mound of rice. No spice. No life. No business from me. read more

Craving Thai, I wasn't willing to drive all the way up to Siam Thai, on 51st Ave and Northern, to get my fix and I had yet to try the Thai my own neighborhood had to offer. Deciding on Wild Thaiger, I chose to save Thai Hut for another time. They offer ample parking behind the restaurant and patio dining if you so choose. Seeing no one out on the patio (yea it was warm out but not that uncomfortable), I entered the restaurant and was greeting and seated quickly, choosing a spot at the bar. Thai iced tea in hand I reviewed the menu. Hummm, ok pretty standard menu, but being a fan of curries I noted my choices were limited. I guess I could have had them sub the beef for chicken in the dishes but I wasn't feeling up for the hassle. After a process that seemed like forever, I decided to start off with the Tofu Towers Appetizer and settled on the Green Curry with beef. The tofu towers were well presented with a cucumber "chutney" / salad that was fresh with a vinegarette that still didn't do much for the tofu. [The same cucumber salad vinegarette at Siam Thai is more clean and crisp.] While green curry's are not generally my favorite (I often find them bland and less flavorful than a red), the beef green curry was tasty. The heat was one that built up slowly as you ate but was never overwhelming to the overall dish. The jasmine rice was cooked perfectly. While overall I can't complain, I can say I have had better but it is a worthy option when seeking a quick Thai fix. Still craving a good curry I guess I know what I will be making at home this weekend. Or maybe I will try Thai Hut. read more

This place seems like it is past it's prime. Cool small building in midtown, pretty cool inside. However, the servers are slow. I had a take-out order and I was instructed to sit at the bar and wait. They took a good 10 minutes before even coming over to see what my name was. They were pretty much dead that Sunday evening. I ordered a basil chicken noodle dish and the pad Thai chicken. They were both just ok. We asked for the pad Thai to be extra spicy and all they did was dump on dried chilies at the end. A huge mound of them. Since Thai Elephant is closed on Sundays downtown, I might end up going back if I don't want to make a drive further, but most likely, I won't be back. read more

My first experience at Wild Thaiger was great. I had the Dragon Balls which were amazing! They went perfect with an ice cold Singha beer which was served in a icy glass. I'll be back to have a full meal soon. read more

Great portions and flavor is on point. Try to sit on the patio after the sun goes down.

Food was delicious and the service impeccable. Very attentive and knowledgeable server. Appetizers were amazing. Loved the cucumber based side sauce for the satay! read more

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Really, really yummy Thai food. And good service. All five of us selected different meals and every single one was a hit. My only suggestion would have been for maybe a cup of ice cream for the birthday girl. But, overall, a really fine experience. Not a five star location or venue, but really, ya gotta rate the food and service. Nicely done! It's the AYE of the Thaiger! read more

If it were just for the food they would get a 4!!! While this is better than most american thai food it is not 100% authentic. That being said, the spice level is usually good (as in there is actual spice!!) and the catfish prigking is AMAZING!! The service is pretty dismal - the hostess stand is like a revolving door - with most hostesses not lasting long.... The wait staff is equally bad, with the exception being Nate & the hardworking buser (a young girl). The kitchen is staffed by a very small staff led by the owner. The food is consistent & pretty good but be prepared to wait! (Usually 20+min after you are seated) read more

I have only been here once, but what I ate was awesome! I love that it's right off the light rail too. We did a "rail day" not too far back where we just jumped on the rail and tweeted as we went. Following recommendations from fellow twitter users we stopped here for lunch and ended up at the heard museum (also right off the rail). All in all a really great day. Good food, good people and a little culture. Gotta recommend all of it! If you're riding the rail and are in the mood for some thai, this is the place! :) read more

Thai food is one of my favorite Asian cuisines. The only flaw of this place was the wait time. Food was delicious and service was friendly. We came on a Monday so it wasn't too busy. I had the vegetarian soup and the chicken Pad Thai made Thai HOT. I really like the flavor of Thai hot dishes. I'm really a fan of this place so I would really recommend it. Vegetarian friendly so it's great for everyone. The bathroom was clean so that's Always good in my book. Enjoy!!! read more

Wild Thaiger - Vegetarian soup.. So yummy - Thai Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Pretty good but not tons of veggie-based options. Parking: Though it does not seem like it, there are plenty of parking spots when you drive towards the back of the restaurant. That said, if it got super busy, I do not know where folks would park. Service: It's OK...it varies depending on when I've gone. That said, if you want to linger and chat, the servers do not hover or make you feel like you should leave, which is nice. Seating: Booths/tables, bar, and outdoor patio. The outdoor patio is nice but can be noisy with passing traffic, and the light rail passes often with its bells. Food: I do not eat meat, so that poses limitations for my intakes. That said, I chose a dish that had eggplant (I dislike eggplant), and they were able to add whatever veggies I requested. The dish also contained pumpkin, which was not very good, but the broccoli and other veggies were tasty. I have been here before and ordered the Tom Yum soup, which is often my testing point of a Thai restaurant. It's quite good and extra spicy. My date ordered some meat-based dish. He seemed to enjoy it. I have ordered appetizers here before and enjoy the fresh rolls and corn fritters. The corn fritters are super greasy, though. The cost seems rather decent for a restaurant of this caliber. read more

Go here for the food, but most importantly, the mango sticky rice dessert. HEAVEN. I work around the corner so come here once a month or so. The owner is a very sweet lady and the servers remember us which is heartwarming. I enjoy their pad thai quite a bit and have tried other dishes as well. They're soups are fantastic and so is their iced tea! read more

Some friends of mine took me to the Wild Thaiger for my birthday. I can't think of a better place to have my birthday dinner. This place is fantastic! The food was great and served with true elegance but in a casual setting. Even though it was a weekend evening and the place was absolutely packed, the service was great. We were told right from the start that there would be at least a 20 minute wait and they were dead on in their estimate. No problem at all. I don't mind waiting if I'm told the wait time and it is accurate. The atmosphere is relaxing, intimate and the decor is not over done as are so many Thai restaurants. Can you say clean? Even on such a busy night they kept the place almost spotless, even the bathrooms. The kitchen is open to the dinning area and you can see how well managed and organized every thing is. The kitchen staff looked like a well oiled machine in action. The Food and Drinks: Well to start off, we didn't order any adult beverages this evening as we were going out to a local night club after dinner for our fill of libations. Instead I ordered the Iced green tea which was brewed to perfection! I don't remember what everyone else had but I know one member of our party got the Thai Iced tea and said it was fantastic. Appetizers: We ordered a bunch of appetizers for the table. Dragon Eggs - These pork and crab stuffed dumplings were tender, tasty and served with a mild-tangy dipping sauce. Satay Sampler - Shrimp, beef and chicken skewers marinated in a tasty coconut curry and served with peanut sauce and cucumber chutney. Loved it! Wild wrap - Spicy chopped chicken with a mint-lime sauce served with cabbage leaves. This tasted so fresh. Yes, spicy but very refreshing at the same time. Veggie Spring Rolls - Tender and crispy rolls stuffed with fresh veggies, cellophane noodles and served with a great plum sauce. They really were tender yet crisp, hot, tasty and the veggies tasted so fresh you would think they had a garden out back. I looked for it but found nothing but parking lot. Hot Pot: We also shared a Tom Yum Goong hot pot. The soup was nice and spicy, the shrimp was tender, the mushrooms had a rich earthy flavor and the lemongrass infused a wonderful aromatic hue to the soup. Main Course: I had the Ginger Fish. This is a breaded piece of salmon topped with mushrooms, onions, carrots and pineapple with a ginger sauce along with fresh sauteed veggies and rice. The presentation was first-class and portion size was very generous . In fact, I ended up taking about half of it home. Trust me, it was so delicious that I really wanted to finish the whole dish but after all the appetizers and soup I thought I might explode if I didn't stop eating! Once again, I cant remember what everyone else had but there were no complaints at all. Desert: OMG the Lemon Ginger Cheesecake is to die for! Enough said. Period! Will I go back? I wish I lived in their back room so I could eat every meal there. Hats off to The Wild Thaiger. The best Thai food I have found anywhere in Arizona. read more

Good foods. And nice waitress. I'm a visitor from LA. And I always want Thai FOod!!! That's why I found this restaurant I ordered... -Pad kra prow Kai : real taste of thai* -Sa tey : Full flavor -Tom Kha Kai : So rich and too sweet for me. But my bf love it (I'm. Thai) -Pad c aew : More than ok but not great! read more

I've stopped here a few times over the years for lunch and it has always been good. The ginger chicken is delicious, as is the pad Thai. The spring rolls are just ok but maybe I got an "off"'batch since everyone else seems to think they are great. The service is decent and you can generally get in and out in an hour so it's a good lunch option if you work in the area. The lunch menu prices are fair at about $8 an entree. read more

Our service was extremely disappointing, having to ask for a couple things from multiple servers several times and STILL waiting for it to arrive for 30+ minutes. My dinner was so salty and without any other noticeable flavor that we sent it back and had it removed from our check. The other two meals were pretty tasty, as was our appetizer--but overall, what more needs to be said? read more

Yet another phenomenal meal. Had the Dragon Eggz which were tangy as ever. Also tried the Turtle Island Crab, which is literally a deconstructed won ton. Just brilliant. And the perfect thing to have during the awful Phoenix summer! For dinner I ordered the Temple of Fire, and they weren't joking. It would be nice if they wouldn't pound the chicken flat as a pancake, though! Cook the whole thing and cut it up, instead! Pounding a chicken flat makes it tough. The service was stellar as always. Our server was cheerful, and on point. read more

Food is amazing! Best Thai food in Arizona! The owners are really sweet and I'm very grateful to have met one of them. Their food tastes very homemade and authentic! Highly recommend this place and their other restaurant "Little Thaiger"(The names are so cute!LOL). read more

I went to wild Thaiger for dinner with three friends and although the service was good in a clean environment, the food was disappointing. The flavors and preparation is just not authentic. I am reviewing the food with the background of having traveled to Thailand and having lived most of my life in larger culturally diverse cities (NY, Chicago, DC) with close authentic thai food. Here are some critiques: Pad Kee Mao - My favorite noodle dish of all time is supposed to be prepared with thick rice noodles sauteed to a variety of textures, and infused with a dizzying array of spice. Instead, the dish here is made with thin vermacilli noodles and tasted like a lump of wet ricey dough. I even explicitly asked for it to be extra spicy, but there was barely any. Pad thai - This basic Thai staple was presented as a soggy clump of noodles with a watery sauce pooling at the bottom of the plate. The worse part was that despite all of that sauce, it was tasteless except for the peanuts sprinkled on top. There was no hint of tamarind or fish sauce or chili. Disgrace. Tom Yum (chicken) - Again, what we received was a flavorless broth. There was no taste of lemongrass, no curry, and the chicken was dry. Needless to say, this was very disappointing. For a large restaurant in a prominent location, the food served up here was worse than some of the shacks I've eaten out of in other cities. Two stars for service and cleanliness alone, none for food. read more

It's been a while since I've been to the Thaiger. Service was terrible. I won't get into that the biggest disappointment was the amount of microwave use. Nothing was really fresh. The waitress had to cash me out with her wallet. To bad. read more

Nice quiet with a warm ambiance. Had the Tom Yum and it was delicious. Unfortunately the coal they put in the middle of the pot doesn't last so by your second bowl it's already cold. Besides that it was very good. The service was prompt and the server was always there, maybe because it was very empty. read more

We visited (party of 3) on June 23rd. Arrived at 5:50 p.m. and were immediately sat (inside - too hot to bed outside). Pro's: the presentation of the food was amazing! Presentation was only outdone by the taste - all entree's were very delicious. I had the Gai Katchu and honestly wanted to lick the plate clean to get the remainder of the sauce! We split a hefty slice of the Mango Cheesecake - it was simply yummy! The staff were very friendly and made wonderful recommendations. Con's: it was a little dark and as time went by, all the inside seating was full and the noise level was too high to have a normal conversation - we almost had to yell at each other in order to be heard. As others have noted, there was simply not enough staff considering the number of guests. We ordered our drinks at 6:00 p.m. - delivered at 6:20 p.m. When delivered, we placed both our appetizer (house salad) and entree orders. The salads arrived at 6:40 p.m. with out entrees arriving at 6:55 p.m. The staff was very friendly - just need more staff! Looking forward to returning - and even if there is a long wait - at least I know the food will be delicious and make it worth the wait. read more

Man oh man wow this is some of the best Thai food I've ever had not much to say as I need to be carried out of here due to my food coma enjoy the pics. read more

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We went in just before the lunch rush. We sat down and our drink orders were taken. It took another 15 minutes for our food order to be taken. I will say that in that 15 minutes the lunch rush came in, so we understood. However, there was not apology or acknowledgment of our extended wait. We saw several of the parties that came in after us served before we received our food. About 25 minutes after our order was taken we received our food. Just as we saw two parties who came in after us headed out the door. We were finally asked how the food was by an employee (not our waitress) and after telling him about our experience. We were told the full kitchen staff was working, but the wait staff was short. He said he did not know why it took so long for us to be served. Our main problem was the lack of apology or acknowledgment. I really wish I had a pen so I could tell them that the two dollar tip that was left was not an indicator of how cheap I was, but how bad the service was. As for the food, i was good, but not amazing. It definitely was not good enough for me to forgive the faults and try this place again. read more

This was my first experience with Thai food and I am proud to say I am now a believer! Showed up at 8:30 on a Tuesday night, the hours said they closed at 9:00 so I was a little worried they wouldn't be very happy with us but we were greeted with a smile and taken to a table. It took a little bit longer than normal for our waitress to come take our order but she was especially friendly so it wasn't too bad. We ordered the Turtle Island Crab appetizer, I got the Beef Mangone (I didn't want something too crazy on my first adventure with Thai food!) and my friend ordered the Pad Cha Seafood. The Turtle Island Crab was amazing! My only issue with it is that I wanted more! The wonton crackers were perfectly crispy, the crab and avocado blended together great and the dipping sauce that it came with was sweet with just a little kick. My mouth is watering just thinking about it again! My Beef Mangone was equally as impressive when it came out. The presentation itself was beautiful and once I dug in, the flavor didn't disappoint either. The beef was tender, the sauce had a bit of a kick but nothing crazy and the veggies were cooked perfectly and complemented the meat nicely. I was nervous to try my friend's Pad Cha Seafood because it had been rated 3 peppers which equates to "Thai Hot" but I was glad I got the courage to do so because it was delicious too! Everything was again cooked perfectly and the sauce was pretty hot but not unbearable. I can't wait to go again and find something else to try! read more

Wild Thaiger - Beef Mangone - Thai Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Dragon Eggs Crunchy and Temple of Fire could be my new favorite Thai dishes. I'm still blown away by the amazing spiciness of my Chicken and Rice Temple of fire. Most places always give you a tamer version of a Thai dish but this one was quite the lip buzzer. I was sweating through every delicious bite. Thankfully I ordered a combination of Soy Milk and Coconut water with Tapioca balls to complement my meal and Oh Wow, it was much better than you would think. The inside area was far to dim and cramped for my taste. The thing that bothered me too much was the hard clashing of utensils, chatter, and the kitchen that made it an acoustic nightmare. I recommend sound baffling. It was really painful for me, and I don't even have sensitive hearing. I sat outside and on a cool April evening it was perfect. Besides my cosmetic opinions the food here was stellar. Among the best Thai food experiences I have had and will be coming back. Preferably when the outside area is available. read more

The Wild Thaiger is one of my new favorite places. Every dish I've tried as been excellent. They accomodated with some grace a friend with food allergies and were polite -- too polite -- in serving me as I (unknowingly) arrived just at closing. The peanut sauce on the satay is amazing. Pad Thai is a standby at a Thai place, but it definitely does not disappoint here. The beef curry was excellent. The ginger fish dish less remarkable but still good. Coconut ice cream dessert is good for putting out the fire. Good place to go after an Art or Heard museum visit. read more

Pad Thai & Springs rolls are pretty tasty! I can't say I was blown away, but it was definitely good. I order one single Spring Roll, and I guess they accidentally made it a full order (4 Spring Rolls)... Well they went ahead and just gave them to me for the price of one. Pretty sweet! It's the little things... read more

Wild Thaiger - Pad Thai to go. - Thai Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Usually when my friends go on and on about how they love a restaurant, I can't wait to get in and try the food. Our tastes are often a match. The first concern I had from the beginning was the fact that there was only one person of Thai descent working and she was slinging the stuff they were selling. We open the menu to find reasonably priced fare (a soft spot for my wallet). Many of the dishes you would be accustomed to finding in any Thai restaurant could also be found on the menu here. Since it was my first visit to this establishment, I decided to go safe and ordered the Pad See Iew with Chicken. Once it arrived, I was pleased with the presentation. But in my many years of eating I have learned, just because it look good fo show don't mean it goin' da taste good!! To be fair it wasn't horrible... but I certainly have had better. The waitress could have been quite a bit more attentive. Something just seemed a little off about her? I couldn't quite put my finger on what it was that was off... but if I do, I'll let you know. Perhaps one thing could have been the fact that a table of 8 came into her section about 15 minutes after we arrived and we seemed to have been just forgotten. To sum it up folks... if you are in the area and you want a REAL Thai dish with plenty of kick hit up Thai Hut on McDowell and 1st St. Amazing food served by the people that invented the stuff, and prompt extremely attentive service. read more

What a great little Thai place in Central Phoenix. Great lunch specials Mon-Fri. (Not as great on the weekends.) I like that that Pad Thai comes with chicken, tofu and shrimp all in one dish for one price. I prefer a bit spicier, maybe I should have asked for that. The plate was piled high with noodles, green onions, peeled beets and carrots. I took a book, sat by myself and had a great afternoon. Prompt, friendly service. They kept my water full, that's all I require to leave a great tip. Lots of choices on the menu, lots of drink specials. Parking in the back, or take the light rail. This is a great place. read more

Delicious thai food. I tried the tom yum soup which was very flavorful and delicious but a touch on the salty side. The pad thai noodles were also awesomely chewy and came with tons of mix-ins on the side like peanuts, cabbage, bean sprouts, beets, and cilantro. A bit too much sauce was on the noodles today, but adding the veggies really helped. Next time I'm hoping to try the durian ice cream as well ;p read more

Wild Thaiger - Pad thai - Thai Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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The first time for me at any Thai restaurant means one thing - Pad Thai. Right or wrong, that's the screening process I use to base a possible return. I'm happy to report that the Pad Thai is very good here - maybe not the best I've had in the Valley but not far from it. My dining partner reported his dish (Curry Chicken) was delicious too. And the Thai iced coffee is so damn good they should list it under desserts. Comfortable vibe, friendly staff, good beer selection, ample parking, reasonable prices, nice patio, and from the photos, a big hit with our local newscasters. read more

Wow what a great flavor for the dishes we had it was nearly impossible to stop eating even after our belly was completely full. The waiter was really great as well knew the food and had been there since the place opened. He gave is great recommendations all super delish. It was a really positive experience we will go back! read more

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The food was delicious and the staff was pleasant. Reasonable prices. Parking is in the back, not side.

Utterly phenomenal!!! The Dragon Eggz(dumplings to die for!) were the star attraction! The flavors, quality, and freshness puts this place above all other thai places, hands down! read more

The Wild Thaiger is the best kept Thai restaurant secret on North Central Avenue. My first culinary experience at Thaiger was several months ago with co-workers. My omnipresent dinner companion Marcial and I, have been habitual customers since. Office employees flock to Wild Thaiger during the week for lunch and bring a few close friends or relatives back at night or on the weekend to share their secret. The restaurant atmosphere is very friendly and unpretentious. The food is where the adventure begins. For a flaming start, Tom Yum Goong is a must of any visit to Wild Thaiger. The soup is a concert of spicy hot lemony flavors that leave you wanting more. Don't fret, you can always order more to go. Dragon's Eggs are paramount on our list of favorite's starters These Dumplings are stuffed with pork and crab, wrapped in tender wrapping, nestled in fresh vegetables and comes with a seasoned dipping sauce. The Lunch and dinner menu is delectable and you will want to try a new dish on each visit. Order hint: Each plate is made to your specification. If you want "more curry", "spicier" or "hotter" you only need to ask. Desert Hint: The Coconut Ice Cream is made onsite: It is delicious and contagious. Drink hints: A nice compliment to the food is a glass of Chardonnay or you can try the sweet Thai Iced Tea. It is very common for the Olashawn (owner and head chief) to leave the open kitchen to seat, greet, and serve her guests. She is the heart of The Wild Thaiger. As Marcial and I leave and thank her for another wonderful meal, her gracious smile, hands clasps and graceful bow, keeps us coming back. Note: METRO Lightrail construction has impacted this restaurant and you need to follow construction signs carefully to navigate the street and driveway to Wild Thaiger. Drive slow, this Tiger is worth hunting in the concrete jungle. read more

The food was honestly 4-star worthy, SO tasty. BUT because they accidently glutenated me, I'm going to give it a bummer three-stars. I asked the waitress if anything was gluten free and she said, "the pad thai. all the people ask for it. it's safer". I knew after the word "safer" I was in for a real treat. The pad thai was amazing, but then after feeling strange, I called back and asked probing questions about what was in it. I argued with the woman over fish paste, and she said the fish paste had wheat in it...and it was in the pad thai, yet the pad thai was gluten free? EEK. If you're a celiac, be careful and just go through the ingredients of what you want to order. The hot tea was amazing, and they offer the honey sugar packets - great! If you're not gluten-free - FOR SURE GO HERE FOR THAI! It's amazing. If you are, just be very very careful! read more

Wow, just realized my reviews were never finished... So, this is from a year ago at Thanksgiving. Haven't been back, but would definitely try it again. ************* We just returned from a delish meal at Wild Thaiger, after reading all the great reviews. I'm happy to say it didn't disappoint! We had appetizers as well as dinner, and everything was sooooooooo tasty! The presentation was pleasing, the portions outrageously large, and the service exceptional. Granted, we did have the place pretty much to ourselves (being the day before Thanksgiving...). Still, it was a great experience. We'll definitely be back! read more

Not impressed at all. The lettuce wraps had a strong chicken flavor but nothing else, no spiciness, no species, no nothing. I ordered something called like peanut passion (I love peanut curry and peanut sauce) and I ordered it with soft tofu instead of chicken (I thought I would grow feathers if I had more chicken). The flavor was OK but I already forgot it. What I liked the most, they have parking, they have a great patio (I guess October through March would be a nice place to be) and the Arnold Palmer with the green tea. The prices are fair. My verdict: Good for a quick bite if you're in the area and don't know what to eat. read more

Mouthwatering food. I have been here a few times, as it is walking distance from my office. The first time I ordered the vegetarian panang curry. Delicious and spicy. My only issue is I was sweating profusely on the walk back to the office. The last couple times I ordered the veggie pad thai. So scrumptious! They plate it beautifully. They use a good variety of fresh veggies... not just the standard broccoli and carrots. Lots of zucchini and cauliflower. Yum. The sauce has a lot of fresh garlic. It is so delectable. May be the best pad thai I have had in Phoenix. Service is prompt and friendly. For lunch I am in and out under 40 minutes. They keep the fresh iced tea flowing... I can't help but growl when co-workers ask me where I ate for lunch. "Wild Thaiger... rowl!" read more