We stopped by last night and ordered the masaman curry and the spicy lo mein. The curry was bright with flavors, creamy and full of potatoes, tofu, pineapples, and peanuts. For $6.50 the portion size makes for 2-3 meals. The lo mein failed, very uninspired and greasy. large portions cheap prices quick meal 3.5 stars
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Will M.
Try the basil chicken, chop chop. Or Duck curry. Thai food from thai people, recommended.
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Ruiqiu K.
2013/051 I really thought this was going to be a hole in the wall, with a few tables. There was actually seating for about 40-50 people. There was one woman taking orders and cashiering; another woman was doing the cooking. I came on a Saturday during the noon hour. It was pretty quiet at first. But soon there were a lot of takeout orders. The woman (the owner?) spent much of the time taking orders and getting takeout orders prepared. I think my order was sitting for about 15 minutes before she brought it to me. I can't remember what I got -- I think it was duck with a house sauce. I did appreciate that they made me Thai iced coffee when I asked. It's not on their menu, but I am not a fan of Thai iced tea. Both women were Thai, which is always an indicator to me on authentic food.
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Scott T.
This place is awfully hard to beat for the price. Really excellent. One of my favorite red curries in Nashville. Friendly service, quick take-out, nice atmosphere, rarely crowded at all...what more could you ask for?
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Ashley T.
Not the best thai food in Nashville but for lunch I got veggie pad thai with tofu, a spring roll, and coconut juice for under $8. The flavors were good but I wish I had known they don't give you limes with the pad thai. I will ask next time. I called in my order and it was ready as soon as I got there. The lady who took my order was really nice. I'll go back for sure and try other things.
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Anna W.
I went with three other people and it was mixed reviews at the table, but what I and my partner had were great. One person got green curry which was on the good side of okay - a little boring but not bad. One had red curry which I did not like. It was really sweet. Neither of the curries were spicy but we never specified how spicy we wanted it (and weren't asked) so they could have had them spicier I'm sure. They were both just kind of bland. I and my partner had the spicy noodles with pork and the ginger duck. Spicy noodles were spicy but mild - veggies, plenty of pork and not super greasy. The ginger duck also had a lot green and was quite gingery. Both were flavorful and delicious. The Thai iced tea was just okay. The four of us ate (no appetizers and two teas) for less than $50 including tip.
Food here is great! Very authentic Thai food. Good price and good food. Sushi here isn't all that great.
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Mary F.
This review is for dinner only. Glad we tried it but likely won't be back for dinner. Across the dishes, quality and execution were spotty and there wasn't enough goodness to carry the water for the dinner selections we had. We ordered Lad Nar talay (seared wide noodles with seafood and gravy), pork Gwaey theow (Thai noodle soup), green curry shrimp. Som tum (papaya Thai style, ordered crazy ho)t, pork satay, fried chicken wings. (If they give you a choice between Thai and Lao style, consider that Lao style will come with fermented fish and/or fermented rice paddy crabs--woof--I grew up with this stuff and it brings on the funk--so, not for the faint of heart--but I did feel a little swell of pride that these folks are keeping up the native way of making this green papaya dish.) The Lard Na was watery and oddly a little bland--the gravy should be thick and a bit gooey. The seafood - not so fresh. Adding a bit of sugar, hot pepper, and fish sauce help but it is missing the body and unctuous mouth feel I expected from this dish. The Gwaey theow--noodle soup was pretty good. The broth was pretty good with interesting depth. I ordered pork and expected minced pork which is more the norm but it came with slim chunks of pork -- okay overall. Cilantro and mung bean sprouts thrown in and no basil that you would get with a bowl of pho. The green curry was just too sweet for me and far sweeter than what you would get in Thailand. Maybe some Americanization going on. Texture, however, was good with lots of creamy coconut cream and chunks of veggies and big shrimp, but just way too sweet. I'll likely come back for lunch but likely not for dinner.
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Jo B.
This is hands down my favorite Thai restaurant in Nashville. I lived in L.A. for a year and spent many weekends exploring the culinary creations the Asian culture there had to offer. And of course I feel deeply in love with it. Thai food is my comfort food. When I came back to Nashville I wasn't expecting to find anything that even came close to what I experienced in California. I was pleasantly surprised to find Thai Kitchen. They have really done a lot of work to the place over the last 4 years but the food has remained the same. The Tom Kha Kia taste so clean and fresh that you'll find yourself drinking every drop. They have also mastered my personal favorite dish the Pork Lard Na. It is amazing and the gravy is perfect, I love it so much that I usually eat the leftovers cold for breakfast the next morning! I have tried other things on their menu and yes they are all pretty darn good. So give it a try. I hope you love it as much as I do.
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Ali S.
Great place to her your cheap Thai fix on! The place is family operated and they provide great service. Also they make their dishes healthier than most thai place. Only complain I have is that their portions are small but then again i do tend to eat a lot! Try the Pad Thai and basil chicken. This place hidden behind a Lenny's sub shop and easy to miss. Overall a great place to grab some lunch.
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Alex P.
Cool place directly across from 100 Oaks shopping center. Its hidden and you probably wont go there unless you're looking for it. They have thai tea. And tasty deserts. The meals looked average, but the prices were good. The interior was homey and casual.
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Victor H.
Best red curry in Nashville! And if you put yourself in a food coma there's a sleazy motel next door that probably has an hourly rate.
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Leia A.
Thai Kitchen has been the best Thai restaurant we've been to in Nashville. Not only are their prices the best, but their food is really great, too! We got the chicken satay. The chicken was nice and juicy- unlike most other Thai places where the meat can be a bit dry. The peanut sauce was awesome! We also had pad see ew with chicken. We added some fish sauce/chili sauce and it was delicious. Then we had the som tom (green papaya salad). We had the option of Lao style or Thai style. Lao style is with crab, Thai is with peanuts. I chose Laos style with medium heat. SO GOOD. Really spicy, but I couldn't stop eating it! Friendly staff. Comfortable atmosphere. Great prices. Awesome food. We've definitely become fans of this place.
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Ong L.
This place is affordable and service is friendly although it's weird to order and pay at the counter first before finding a seat. I do like the fountain drinks (cherry coke ftw) and free refills. I ordered the Tom Kha Gai soup which is pretty good here. I would definitely go back for the soup. Also had the basil chicken, which I really didn't care for. Too much veggies for my liking. Egg rolls were pretty good. Had a free sample of rice pudding which was pretty good. There were bits of corn in it which made it sweet and delectable. I also had the spicy wings - which weren't spicy at all. (I usually order every spicy item mild to test out their spice levels. Apparently, over at Thai Kitchen, mild means no spice.) Fried rice was not impressive. It had a burnt taste. Won ton soup was not impressive either. Bland. So yes, order the Thai food -- especially the Tom Kha Gai. And avoid the non-Thai cuisine.
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Janet S.
If you are out at 100 Oaks this is a great place to eat, large portions, friendly service and cheap, sure it's americanized but this is America. Try the bangkok eggs - worth the wait.
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R B.
This place has been revamping their ambiance of the place...use to be a whole in the wall. The food is pretty much consistent...I'm a lunch person myself. They will sometimes serve you a little sweet rice and coconut dessert with your meal as well.
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L C.
This is the best thai food place in nashville. The owners are friendly and accommodating. Ive been going here ever since I got station at fort campbell, and every time I go to downtown my wife always requests to go here. The restaurant's set up is relaxed, it is small but its still better than any other thai or chinese restaurant in Nashville. The food is really good and they don't use that awful MSG. I recommend their thai kitchen duck and pad thai.
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Brittany C.
Great curry duck. Sauce was perfect. Deli counter style so be ready to get your own food. Food taste great and price is perfect.
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Corey G.
The Thai Kitchen has it's pros and cons. The atmosphere is very quiet and quaint and its evident that is a small family ran business. The prices are phenomenal, especially for the amount of food you get. The menu lacked anything really exciting but had all your traditional Thai staples. The Hot Sour Soup was some of the best my girlfriend has ever had. The Cashew Chicken my girlfriend ordered was lacking in both flavor and presentation and appeared to be hastily plated. My Chicken Pad Thai was very favorable but I would have preferred a little more added spice. The service piece is where the Thai Kitchen was lacking, our order was taken incorrectly, had to wait 5 minutes after we got our entrees for egg rolls, it took forever to flag down the server when we needed anything, and to get our check in the end. I think this place is better suited to be a go to take out place over being a dine in experience.
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Anthony P.
My favorite Thai restaurant, but I'm not a Thai food expert by any means, so take that with a grain of salt. I typically get the Thai Kitchen Seafood dinner. Amazing stuff. Everything I've had is very good. Lunch and Dinner specials are very reasonable, but I've only been there for dinner. Yep... it's a casual, comfortable, hole in wall restaurant... so don't come here on a prom date. It's been here a l-o-n-g l-o-n-g time. It's one of my favorites.
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Anna J.
Average thai food but at really great prices! I will come here and order take out if i'm in the mood for asian food and dont want to spend a lot of money. They have a pretty extensive menu, you just need to know what to order. Everything, like the drunken noodles, pa see ew, pad thai, lard na, etc are all good, but just average. The staff are very nice as well.
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Jay G.
This place is a good Thai spot. I used to go all the time for lunch when I worked near here but it was mainly because it was so close. There's another Thai place that's close that is superior but I usually couldn't make it in the 30 mins I had for lunch. They always have solid food here but I could never get them comfortable enough to really make it hot. Most Thai places I go to for the first time I tell them I want the maximum amount of stars for spicyness and I usually don't get it and when I eat it and tell them it wasn't hot enough they remember and give me the real Thai spice the next time, this place never did give it to me thereby the earning of three stars.
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Heather H.
Pretty decent. Nothing too special and their pad thai didn't really have any add-ins. Just a sprinkle of bean sprouts, chicken, peanuts, and green onion. But it was really cheap under $8 for pad thai, eggroll, and a fountain drink. I will probably go back for lunch.
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Kenny Y.
Never thought I will find good Thai food in Nashville.
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Jenna U.
Best $6 take out in Nashville. Their chicken pad thai is delicious. They have a very spacious and quiet dining area that is only minutes from green hills. It's a jewel. You go in, place an order from the menu on the wall or handed to you. You can take it with you or sit down and eat. Their service is very fast considering they cook it for you on the spot. It's rarely crowded. Sometimes I go there just to get their thai tea.
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Craig W.
I enjoy the Thai cuisine and I needed a good Thai restaurant that was close to my apartment on 8th Avenue. I had driven passed Thai Kitchen several times and finally stopped by to try it a few weeks ago. I ordered the Basil Seafood with white rice and Thai spicy for some temperature. Such a good choice! The food was prepared nicely and delivered to my table in no time at all. The staff is very friendly. The interior is clean and comfortable. I recommend Thai Kitchen for quick and affordable Thai meal.
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Stefanie P.
I've grown up and started eating Thai food. I tried the Drunken Noodles, hot and sour soup for $5.00. Its like fast food thai. Its good, not great, but not terrible. I asked for medium hotness, she said "3?" i said "out of what" she said "3 out of 5 hot?" i said "yes!" It wasn't hot at all. But you just can't be the price. The place still isn't all that clean and the parking still is terrible. What I'm trying to say its just an ok thai place. Still 3 stars. If I could give half star I would because the women that work there are super friendly.
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Laila S.
Can walk to this place to get my pad thai fix, the ladies are always so sweet. the fresh rolls are good but the sauce makes them!
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Ramana A.
Is very good restaurant. Fresh and authentic. Tiger tear salad is out standing . I am visiting from Atlanta. Place is functional needs some improvement. Food is great. I will go back.
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Dan J.
Reasonable gourmet taste. My favorite is Pla Nam Daeng. Consistent and clean. Family owned. Wife cooks with done help. Husband doing interior upgrades. Love this place.
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Craig M.
This is definitely a small establishment, and when I walked in the first time, I wasn't sure whether I needed to place an order up front, or wait to be seated. It was a little awkward. As it turns out, you can place carry out orders up front, or you can wait to be seated if you'd like to eat "in", as it were. I'm VERY glad I got through those first few moments, because the food was definitely worth it. Whenever I try a Thai place for the first time, I typically default to the Pad Thai, because it's usually a safe bet. That's what I did this time, and it was quite tasty. The portion size was good - not too much, not too little. And the price was great for what it was. The parking is a little tight, and the location isn't immediately visible, but it's in the same building as the Jersey Mikes, and is definitely worth checking out. I'll be visiting there again, no doubt, and trying new menu items for sure.
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Iris T.
Great Lunch!!! This tiny cafe has been there for years, I decided to give it a try again today... Fresh asian and Thai food. I had the red curry chicken, and will be back soon for more. Prices are great. The wall posts that their rating for cleanliness is a 96. Give it a try!
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Rebecca B.
Not sure why the reviews are so bad. I have never had bad food at the Thai Kitchen. The ladies that work there are always super sweet to me. They always give our daughter a slice of watermelon after she's eaten her food. Siam cafe is not any better, my feet stuck to the floor there....
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Eddie W.
Great food, great people. Real Thai.
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Kat F.
GREAT value! And the soups are especially delicious, both the Tom Yum and Tom Kha. I favor the Tom Ka Koong (with shrimp), which is a bit coconutty (and is not listed on the menu but costs ~$2.75). Tom Ka Gai, with chicken, is also available. Tom Yum is well-flavored and very tart, which I like, but might be too much for some people. For $5-$8, you will get quite a large entree that ends up being two meals for me. The Pad Thai and Fried Rice are good choices. Also, the people who work there are very nice and even gave us free dessert, which tasted AMAZING. It was some sort of rice pudding type of thing. Overall, definitely worth a try! We go there for take-out fairly regularly now.
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Cynthia T.
I wasn't overly impressed by this restaurant and will most likely not go back again, but if I did, I would order the dish, "Tiger Tears" because that was the best thing about what I ate that day. It is a mildly spicy dish with beef strips, onions, and cilantro. It was my first time trying something like that and it was quite good!
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Curtis H.
11:30ish on a Friday, so it was a little busy, but tables were available. Your order at the counter. Service was slow, but pleasant. Green Curry with Tofu was mildly flavored, but fresh. The other person in the party ordered the sesame chicken, which when it arrived, was not battered (a good thing), but a few pieces in it a had a metallic flavor . Overall an OK experience. I would say it leans more towards your garden variety "Chinese" with Thai ambitions.
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Neal C.
Three words: Basil Crispy Chicken. Delicious, fresh, and spicy! I sometimes drive 20 mins. to fill my craving at Thai Kitchen.
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T F.
Cheap and very good! No frills on the decor but great for carry out. Super friendly!
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Teresa B.
Great, no-frills place. The service is slow but the Thai dishes are worth the wait. Try the Thai Basil Chicken - it's one of the best in town! It's also great for carry out.
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Rachel H.
This place is awesome! OK, it's not fancy or creative, but it is GOOD. I especially enjoy the pad Thai (or other noodle dishes) and the curries. The dumplings are another plus. Also, the prices are low and the service is fast. I think they should open a second restaurant around Edgehill.
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Lauren S.
Overall: Tasty, but basic, thai restaurant. Food: They do all the thai basics and a few other more "asian" dishes. Actually, I would describe this place as a typical "asian" restaurant with a few extra thai offerings. Don't expect anything too special, but it's simple and satisfying. They do the old stand by (pad thai) well! The curry is also decently tasty. Cost: Very affordable.
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Lada W.
I am Thai and I get a take out from this place every week. The owner is Thai and she can make anything I requested. It is the most authentic Thai food in Nashville. Everything I tried so far has been great. I don't know if she makes it extra spicy for me or not but I request for my food to be Thai spicy and it's very delicious. I find most Thai restaurants here are very bland. Another good thing is it is very cheap. I give this place a 5 stars without a doubt.
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Howard L.
What is wrong with some of these reviewers? Taylor: If you don't like fish sauce, YOU DON'T LIKE THAI FOOD. Your request is like asking for no Russian dressing on your reuben or hold the chili on that chili dog please. That they did not honor your request could possibly be in your stupid little head. I eat their pad thai all the time with the fish sauce, and it doesn't even taste remotely fishy. Jesus. Stefanie: What did you order? A CHINESE DISH! GOOD LORD! Yes, they serve a variety of dishes to try to appeal to everybody. Ignore the chinese dishes and get the Thai stuff for maximum flavor. Let's be clear about what sort of place this is. It is a small Thai restaurant run by a Thai lady. The ladies in the kitchen vary all the time, and I don't think they adhere to standard recipes. Some ladies like it salty, others more spicy, etc. I prefer it when the owner cooks my food, but what can you do. She's usually manning the cash register. So it is a bit inconsistent at times. Dining in is usually a safer bet. This is a great place to chow down on the cheap, but you have to know what to order. Anything thai is delicious, especially if you ask for it "Thai-style." This ramps up the heat and usually the care the ladies put into the dishes. Basil Chicken thai style is awesome, with lots of thai basil and a fried egg on top. Pad Thai is a bit pedestrian, but it does the job, especially with lots of condiments on them. They keep condiment trays in their fridge, and they can add a lot of excitement to any dish. Peanuts, sugar, chili flakes, hot sauce and these little pickled pepper bits that will blow your tongue off. I mean, really hot man. Watch out for those. Other highlights: Tom Ka:don't chew the lemongrass, man. It's not meant for that. Curries: Green, red, it's all good Almond Cookies: surprisingly delicious Thai Tea: Hard to screw up Great service and great owner! In summary: a cheap and awesome Thai place. If you want to compare it to Smiling Elephant, factor in the fact that their pad thai is nearly 3x as expensive as Thai Kitchen.
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Wes B.
I end up in Nashville quite often and I try to make it to Thai Kitchen every time. Service is great, incredibly fast. I've seen my food get to the table just about the same time as me. Lunch is stellar! You can get a dish just about the same size as the dinner entree, along with a soup of spring roll. Only $5! That's something you can't beat. Place is never really crowded, the lady taking orders is incredibly nice. Try it out if you like cheap Thai food!
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kimbe m.
Order "Thai hot". Person at counter takes order. Looks quizzical. You specify again "Thai hot" and say "I've lived in Thailand. I really mean it." Wait five minutes. Counter person brings your food to the table and says "Here is your order. Not hot." You say "What?!" She says "Not hot." You say Cook didn't believe me?" She says "Yes." You say "I ordered it hot, not mild." She says "Cook says when she wants hot, she adds this." Points to very old, very dusty, very out of date dried red pepper flakes you put on the table just in case. You point out that spices taste very different when cooked with the food rather than sprinkled on top. She agrees. You say you're very unhappy about this. She agrees. You say "Smiling Elephant makes it Thai hot for me. And it's delicious. Why did I even bother trying your restaurant?" She says oh no, you will like this. Even if it's absolutely not what you ordered and not the order she took. You sprinkle a ton of the out of date dried red pepper flakes on the gelatinous mess she's put in front of you, just to make the point. Then you leave, along with your companion, who says the Larb Gai was the greasiest, fattiest Larb Gai he'd ever tasted. He left most of it on the plate. He did say he liked the unsweetened iced tea. I went here because of the reviews. Must have been a different chef that day. This was without a doubt the worst Thai food I've had in my life. Note to the restaurant. If you're going to take an order for "Thai hot" and allow someone to pay for it, have the decency to MAKE it Thai hot. Or refund the money. Go to Thai Elephant. Or even International Market. But not here.
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Taylor Ann D.
I ordered Pad Thai takeout. I have an issue with food that tastes fishy. I asked for NO fish sauce in the Pad Thai (which restaurants usually honor my request). However, I ended up not eating dinner because it was so fishy I couldn't even cover it up with hot sauce. Bummer because I LOVE Pad Thai and I haven't craved it since then. EW. Sorry, Thai Kitchen... TA
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Laura P.
This is my favorite lunch place! It is so unbelievably reasonably priced even on the weekend, I'm not quite sure how they can afford to stay open. When I first started to go the lunch special was 4.95. I think it has gone slightly up, but not much. I can get 2 meals from one lunch special. You can't beat that! Their food is also very tasty. It is not exactly consistent, so ordering medium spicy every time does not yield the same results, but I can take it given the price and the overall tastiness of the food. My favorites are the Drunken Noodles and Garlic Chicken (with extra garlic). YUM!
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Lashona M.
Great customer service! The food was ok and as the ratings said I've had better.
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Darson L.
Im not sure why the reviews are so bad either. Guess the menu items are really hit or miss. I had the fried rice and pad thai and they're not bad. The ladies are really nice and gave me free dessert once.
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Yotie E.
The worst Thai food I have ever had.. ever. Plus, it was a to go order and when I got it home, it was wrong. Wrong and bad. Not good.
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Todd D.
I love this place and eat here frequently. It is inexpensive and the food is great! Try the spicy tofu.
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Anna A.
I got one word for this place - GROSS!! I will clarify that it's not gross because of anything hazardous to your health or funk, it just doesn't taste good at all. I have tried both the thai and the chinese food and yuck.. Greasy, bland, overly sweet and horribly fattening. Siam Cafe is just a scant mile or two away down Nolensville and really soooo much better.
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Andrew B.
Don't expect much and order spicy. The food they serve most people is fairly bland. BUT if you order the Tom Ka soup and ask for it spicy, you won't be disappointed. Aside from that the Pad Thai is acceptable. Stay away from the Americanized Chinese food (sweet and sour chicken, etc) as it is fairly boring.
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Kelly W.
I've been very satisfied with their Pad Thai, Masaman Curry, and fresh rolls. If you want the atmosphere of a fancy restaurant, you should probably go somewhere else - but if you want good Thai comfort food, this is the place. And it's super-inexpensive!
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Peter K.
We stopped by last night and ordered the masaman curry and the spicy lo mein. The curry was bright with flavors, creamy and full of potatoes, tofu, pineapples, and peanuts. For $6.50 the portion size makes for 2-3 meals. The lo mein failed, very uninspired and greasy. large portions cheap prices quick meal 3.5 stars
(3)Will M.
Try the basil chicken, chop chop. Or Duck curry. Thai food from thai people, recommended.
(4)Ruiqiu K.
2013/051 I really thought this was going to be a hole in the wall, with a few tables. There was actually seating for about 40-50 people. There was one woman taking orders and cashiering; another woman was doing the cooking. I came on a Saturday during the noon hour. It was pretty quiet at first. But soon there were a lot of takeout orders. The woman (the owner?) spent much of the time taking orders and getting takeout orders prepared. I think my order was sitting for about 15 minutes before she brought it to me. I can't remember what I got -- I think it was duck with a house sauce. I did appreciate that they made me Thai iced coffee when I asked. It's not on their menu, but I am not a fan of Thai iced tea. Both women were Thai, which is always an indicator to me on authentic food.
(3)Scott T.
This place is awfully hard to beat for the price. Really excellent. One of my favorite red curries in Nashville. Friendly service, quick take-out, nice atmosphere, rarely crowded at all...what more could you ask for?
(4)Ashley T.
Not the best thai food in Nashville but for lunch I got veggie pad thai with tofu, a spring roll, and coconut juice for under $8. The flavors were good but I wish I had known they don't give you limes with the pad thai. I will ask next time. I called in my order and it was ready as soon as I got there. The lady who took my order was really nice. I'll go back for sure and try other things.
(4)Anna W.
I went with three other people and it was mixed reviews at the table, but what I and my partner had were great. One person got green curry which was on the good side of okay - a little boring but not bad. One had red curry which I did not like. It was really sweet. Neither of the curries were spicy but we never specified how spicy we wanted it (and weren't asked) so they could have had them spicier I'm sure. They were both just kind of bland. I and my partner had the spicy noodles with pork and the ginger duck. Spicy noodles were spicy but mild - veggies, plenty of pork and not super greasy. The ginger duck also had a lot green and was quite gingery. Both were flavorful and delicious. The Thai iced tea was just okay. The four of us ate (no appetizers and two teas) for less than $50 including tip.
(4)Kendrick P.
Sweet tea is sweet as HELL! Not much to write about this, the setup is kinda like a soup kitchen but with more tables if that makes any sense...just saying don't expect much on the décor. The food however is pretty good and service is fast. That is all...lol Not in a hurry to return.
(3)FoodCritic 6.
Food here is great! Very authentic Thai food. Good price and good food. Sushi here isn't all that great.
(5)Mary F.
This review is for dinner only. Glad we tried it but likely won't be back for dinner. Across the dishes, quality and execution were spotty and there wasn't enough goodness to carry the water for the dinner selections we had. We ordered Lad Nar talay (seared wide noodles with seafood and gravy), pork Gwaey theow (Thai noodle soup), green curry shrimp. Som tum (papaya Thai style, ordered crazy ho)t, pork satay, fried chicken wings. (If they give you a choice between Thai and Lao style, consider that Lao style will come with fermented fish and/or fermented rice paddy crabs--woof--I grew up with this stuff and it brings on the funk--so, not for the faint of heart--but I did feel a little swell of pride that these folks are keeping up the native way of making this green papaya dish.) The Lard Na was watery and oddly a little bland--the gravy should be thick and a bit gooey. The seafood - not so fresh. Adding a bit of sugar, hot pepper, and fish sauce help but it is missing the body and unctuous mouth feel I expected from this dish. The Gwaey theow--noodle soup was pretty good. The broth was pretty good with interesting depth. I ordered pork and expected minced pork which is more the norm but it came with slim chunks of pork -- okay overall. Cilantro and mung bean sprouts thrown in and no basil that you would get with a bowl of pho. The green curry was just too sweet for me and far sweeter than what you would get in Thailand. Maybe some Americanization going on. Texture, however, was good with lots of creamy coconut cream and chunks of veggies and big shrimp, but just way too sweet. I'll likely come back for lunch but likely not for dinner.
(3)Jo B.
This is hands down my favorite Thai restaurant in Nashville. I lived in L.A. for a year and spent many weekends exploring the culinary creations the Asian culture there had to offer. And of course I feel deeply in love with it. Thai food is my comfort food. When I came back to Nashville I wasn't expecting to find anything that even came close to what I experienced in California. I was pleasantly surprised to find Thai Kitchen. They have really done a lot of work to the place over the last 4 years but the food has remained the same. The Tom Kha Kia taste so clean and fresh that you'll find yourself drinking every drop. They have also mastered my personal favorite dish the Pork Lard Na. It is amazing and the gravy is perfect, I love it so much that I usually eat the leftovers cold for breakfast the next morning! I have tried other things on their menu and yes they are all pretty darn good. So give it a try. I hope you love it as much as I do.
(5)Ali S.
Great place to her your cheap Thai fix on! The place is family operated and they provide great service. Also they make their dishes healthier than most thai place. Only complain I have is that their portions are small but then again i do tend to eat a lot! Try the Pad Thai and basil chicken. This place hidden behind a Lenny's sub shop and easy to miss. Overall a great place to grab some lunch.
(4)Alex P.
Cool place directly across from 100 Oaks shopping center. Its hidden and you probably wont go there unless you're looking for it. They have thai tea. And tasty deserts. The meals looked average, but the prices were good. The interior was homey and casual.
(4)Victor H.
Best red curry in Nashville! And if you put yourself in a food coma there's a sleazy motel next door that probably has an hourly rate.
(4)Leia A.
Thai Kitchen has been the best Thai restaurant we've been to in Nashville. Not only are their prices the best, but their food is really great, too! We got the chicken satay. The chicken was nice and juicy- unlike most other Thai places where the meat can be a bit dry. The peanut sauce was awesome! We also had pad see ew with chicken. We added some fish sauce/chili sauce and it was delicious. Then we had the som tom (green papaya salad). We had the option of Lao style or Thai style. Lao style is with crab, Thai is with peanuts. I chose Laos style with medium heat. SO GOOD. Really spicy, but I couldn't stop eating it! Friendly staff. Comfortable atmosphere. Great prices. Awesome food. We've definitely become fans of this place.
(4)Ong L.
This place is affordable and service is friendly although it's weird to order and pay at the counter first before finding a seat. I do like the fountain drinks (cherry coke ftw) and free refills. I ordered the Tom Kha Gai soup which is pretty good here. I would definitely go back for the soup. Also had the basil chicken, which I really didn't care for. Too much veggies for my liking. Egg rolls were pretty good. Had a free sample of rice pudding which was pretty good. There were bits of corn in it which made it sweet and delectable. I also had the spicy wings - which weren't spicy at all. (I usually order every spicy item mild to test out their spice levels. Apparently, over at Thai Kitchen, mild means no spice.) Fried rice was not impressive. It had a burnt taste. Won ton soup was not impressive either. Bland. So yes, order the Thai food -- especially the Tom Kha Gai. And avoid the non-Thai cuisine.
(3)Janet S.
If you are out at 100 Oaks this is a great place to eat, large portions, friendly service and cheap, sure it's americanized but this is America. Try the bangkok eggs - worth the wait.
(4)R B.
This place has been revamping their ambiance of the place...use to be a whole in the wall. The food is pretty much consistent...I'm a lunch person myself. They will sometimes serve you a little sweet rice and coconut dessert with your meal as well.
(4)L C.
This is the best thai food place in nashville. The owners are friendly and accommodating. Ive been going here ever since I got station at fort campbell, and every time I go to downtown my wife always requests to go here. The restaurant's set up is relaxed, it is small but its still better than any other thai or chinese restaurant in Nashville. The food is really good and they don't use that awful MSG. I recommend their thai kitchen duck and pad thai.
(4)Brittany C.
Great curry duck. Sauce was perfect. Deli counter style so be ready to get your own food. Food taste great and price is perfect.
(5)Corey G.
The Thai Kitchen has it's pros and cons. The atmosphere is very quiet and quaint and its evident that is a small family ran business. The prices are phenomenal, especially for the amount of food you get. The menu lacked anything really exciting but had all your traditional Thai staples. The Hot Sour Soup was some of the best my girlfriend has ever had. The Cashew Chicken my girlfriend ordered was lacking in both flavor and presentation and appeared to be hastily plated. My Chicken Pad Thai was very favorable but I would have preferred a little more added spice. The service piece is where the Thai Kitchen was lacking, our order was taken incorrectly, had to wait 5 minutes after we got our entrees for egg rolls, it took forever to flag down the server when we needed anything, and to get our check in the end. I think this place is better suited to be a go to take out place over being a dine in experience.
(3)Anthony P.
My favorite Thai restaurant, but I'm not a Thai food expert by any means, so take that with a grain of salt. I typically get the Thai Kitchen Seafood dinner. Amazing stuff. Everything I've had is very good. Lunch and Dinner specials are very reasonable, but I've only been there for dinner. Yep... it's a casual, comfortable, hole in wall restaurant... so don't come here on a prom date. It's been here a l-o-n-g l-o-n-g time. It's one of my favorites.
(5)Anna J.
Average thai food but at really great prices! I will come here and order take out if i'm in the mood for asian food and dont want to spend a lot of money. They have a pretty extensive menu, you just need to know what to order. Everything, like the drunken noodles, pa see ew, pad thai, lard na, etc are all good, but just average. The staff are very nice as well.
(3)Jay G.
This place is a good Thai spot. I used to go all the time for lunch when I worked near here but it was mainly because it was so close. There's another Thai place that's close that is superior but I usually couldn't make it in the 30 mins I had for lunch. They always have solid food here but I could never get them comfortable enough to really make it hot. Most Thai places I go to for the first time I tell them I want the maximum amount of stars for spicyness and I usually don't get it and when I eat it and tell them it wasn't hot enough they remember and give me the real Thai spice the next time, this place never did give it to me thereby the earning of three stars.
(3)Heather H.
Pretty decent. Nothing too special and their pad thai didn't really have any add-ins. Just a sprinkle of bean sprouts, chicken, peanuts, and green onion. But it was really cheap under $8 for pad thai, eggroll, and a fountain drink. I will probably go back for lunch.
(4)Kenny Y.
Never thought I will find good Thai food in Nashville.
(4)Jenna U.
Best $6 take out in Nashville. Their chicken pad thai is delicious. They have a very spacious and quiet dining area that is only minutes from green hills. It's a jewel. You go in, place an order from the menu on the wall or handed to you. You can take it with you or sit down and eat. Their service is very fast considering they cook it for you on the spot. It's rarely crowded. Sometimes I go there just to get their thai tea.
(5)Craig W.
I enjoy the Thai cuisine and I needed a good Thai restaurant that was close to my apartment on 8th Avenue. I had driven passed Thai Kitchen several times and finally stopped by to try it a few weeks ago. I ordered the Basil Seafood with white rice and Thai spicy for some temperature. Such a good choice! The food was prepared nicely and delivered to my table in no time at all. The staff is very friendly. The interior is clean and comfortable. I recommend Thai Kitchen for quick and affordable Thai meal.
(3)Stefanie P.
I've grown up and started eating Thai food. I tried the Drunken Noodles, hot and sour soup for $5.00. Its like fast food thai. Its good, not great, but not terrible. I asked for medium hotness, she said "3?" i said "out of what" she said "3 out of 5 hot?" i said "yes!" It wasn't hot at all. But you just can't be the price. The place still isn't all that clean and the parking still is terrible. What I'm trying to say its just an ok thai place. Still 3 stars. If I could give half star I would because the women that work there are super friendly.
(3)Laila S.
Can walk to this place to get my pad thai fix, the ladies are always so sweet. the fresh rolls are good but the sauce makes them!
(5)Ramana A.
Is very good restaurant. Fresh and authentic. Tiger tear salad is out standing . I am visiting from Atlanta. Place is functional needs some improvement. Food is great. I will go back.
(4)Dan J.
Reasonable gourmet taste. My favorite is Pla Nam Daeng. Consistent and clean. Family owned. Wife cooks with done help. Husband doing interior upgrades. Love this place.
(5)Craig M.
This is definitely a small establishment, and when I walked in the first time, I wasn't sure whether I needed to place an order up front, or wait to be seated. It was a little awkward. As it turns out, you can place carry out orders up front, or you can wait to be seated if you'd like to eat "in", as it were. I'm VERY glad I got through those first few moments, because the food was definitely worth it. Whenever I try a Thai place for the first time, I typically default to the Pad Thai, because it's usually a safe bet. That's what I did this time, and it was quite tasty. The portion size was good - not too much, not too little. And the price was great for what it was. The parking is a little tight, and the location isn't immediately visible, but it's in the same building as the Jersey Mikes, and is definitely worth checking out. I'll be visiting there again, no doubt, and trying new menu items for sure.
(4)Iris T.
Great Lunch!!! This tiny cafe has been there for years, I decided to give it a try again today... Fresh asian and Thai food. I had the red curry chicken, and will be back soon for more. Prices are great. The wall posts that their rating for cleanliness is a 96. Give it a try!
(4)Rebecca B.
Not sure why the reviews are so bad. I have never had bad food at the Thai Kitchen. The ladies that work there are always super sweet to me. They always give our daughter a slice of watermelon after she's eaten her food. Siam cafe is not any better, my feet stuck to the floor there....
(4)Eddie W.
Great food, great people. Real Thai.
(5)Kat F.
GREAT value! And the soups are especially delicious, both the Tom Yum and Tom Kha. I favor the Tom Ka Koong (with shrimp), which is a bit coconutty (and is not listed on the menu but costs ~$2.75). Tom Ka Gai, with chicken, is also available. Tom Yum is well-flavored and very tart, which I like, but might be too much for some people. For $5-$8, you will get quite a large entree that ends up being two meals for me. The Pad Thai and Fried Rice are good choices. Also, the people who work there are very nice and even gave us free dessert, which tasted AMAZING. It was some sort of rice pudding type of thing. Overall, definitely worth a try! We go there for take-out fairly regularly now.
(4)Cynthia T.
I wasn't overly impressed by this restaurant and will most likely not go back again, but if I did, I would order the dish, "Tiger Tears" because that was the best thing about what I ate that day. It is a mildly spicy dish with beef strips, onions, and cilantro. It was my first time trying something like that and it was quite good!
(3)Curtis H.
11:30ish on a Friday, so it was a little busy, but tables were available. Your order at the counter. Service was slow, but pleasant. Green Curry with Tofu was mildly flavored, but fresh. The other person in the party ordered the sesame chicken, which when it arrived, was not battered (a good thing), but a few pieces in it a had a metallic flavor . Overall an OK experience. I would say it leans more towards your garden variety "Chinese" with Thai ambitions.
(2)Neal C.
Three words: Basil Crispy Chicken. Delicious, fresh, and spicy! I sometimes drive 20 mins. to fill my craving at Thai Kitchen.
(5)T F.
Cheap and very good! No frills on the decor but great for carry out. Super friendly!
(5)Teresa B.
Great, no-frills place. The service is slow but the Thai dishes are worth the wait. Try the Thai Basil Chicken - it's one of the best in town! It's also great for carry out.
(4)Rachel H.
This place is awesome! OK, it's not fancy or creative, but it is GOOD. I especially enjoy the pad Thai (or other noodle dishes) and the curries. The dumplings are another plus. Also, the prices are low and the service is fast. I think they should open a second restaurant around Edgehill.
(4)Lauren S.
Overall: Tasty, but basic, thai restaurant. Food: They do all the thai basics and a few other more "asian" dishes. Actually, I would describe this place as a typical "asian" restaurant with a few extra thai offerings. Don't expect anything too special, but it's simple and satisfying. They do the old stand by (pad thai) well! The curry is also decently tasty. Cost: Very affordable.
(3)Lada W.
I am Thai and I get a take out from this place every week. The owner is Thai and she can make anything I requested. It is the most authentic Thai food in Nashville. Everything I tried so far has been great. I don't know if she makes it extra spicy for me or not but I request for my food to be Thai spicy and it's very delicious. I find most Thai restaurants here are very bland. Another good thing is it is very cheap. I give this place a 5 stars without a doubt.
(5)Howard L.
What is wrong with some of these reviewers? Taylor: If you don't like fish sauce, YOU DON'T LIKE THAI FOOD. Your request is like asking for no Russian dressing on your reuben or hold the chili on that chili dog please. That they did not honor your request could possibly be in your stupid little head. I eat their pad thai all the time with the fish sauce, and it doesn't even taste remotely fishy. Jesus. Stefanie: What did you order? A CHINESE DISH! GOOD LORD! Yes, they serve a variety of dishes to try to appeal to everybody. Ignore the chinese dishes and get the Thai stuff for maximum flavor. Let's be clear about what sort of place this is. It is a small Thai restaurant run by a Thai lady. The ladies in the kitchen vary all the time, and I don't think they adhere to standard recipes. Some ladies like it salty, others more spicy, etc. I prefer it when the owner cooks my food, but what can you do. She's usually manning the cash register. So it is a bit inconsistent at times. Dining in is usually a safer bet. This is a great place to chow down on the cheap, but you have to know what to order. Anything thai is delicious, especially if you ask for it "Thai-style." This ramps up the heat and usually the care the ladies put into the dishes. Basil Chicken thai style is awesome, with lots of thai basil and a fried egg on top. Pad Thai is a bit pedestrian, but it does the job, especially with lots of condiments on them. They keep condiment trays in their fridge, and they can add a lot of excitement to any dish. Peanuts, sugar, chili flakes, hot sauce and these little pickled pepper bits that will blow your tongue off. I mean, really hot man. Watch out for those. Other highlights: Tom Ka:don't chew the lemongrass, man. It's not meant for that. Curries: Green, red, it's all good Almond Cookies: surprisingly delicious Thai Tea: Hard to screw up Great service and great owner! In summary: a cheap and awesome Thai place. If you want to compare it to Smiling Elephant, factor in the fact that their pad thai is nearly 3x as expensive as Thai Kitchen.
(4)Wes B.
I end up in Nashville quite often and I try to make it to Thai Kitchen every time. Service is great, incredibly fast. I've seen my food get to the table just about the same time as me. Lunch is stellar! You can get a dish just about the same size as the dinner entree, along with a soup of spring roll. Only $5! That's something you can't beat. Place is never really crowded, the lady taking orders is incredibly nice. Try it out if you like cheap Thai food!
(4)kimbe m.
Order "Thai hot". Person at counter takes order. Looks quizzical. You specify again "Thai hot" and say "I've lived in Thailand. I really mean it." Wait five minutes. Counter person brings your food to the table and says "Here is your order. Not hot." You say "What?!" She says "Not hot." You say Cook didn't believe me?" She says "Yes." You say "I ordered it hot, not mild." She says "Cook says when she wants hot, she adds this." Points to very old, very dusty, very out of date dried red pepper flakes you put on the table just in case. You point out that spices taste very different when cooked with the food rather than sprinkled on top. She agrees. You say you're very unhappy about this. She agrees. You say "Smiling Elephant makes it Thai hot for me. And it's delicious. Why did I even bother trying your restaurant?" She says oh no, you will like this. Even if it's absolutely not what you ordered and not the order she took. You sprinkle a ton of the out of date dried red pepper flakes on the gelatinous mess she's put in front of you, just to make the point. Then you leave, along with your companion, who says the Larb Gai was the greasiest, fattiest Larb Gai he'd ever tasted. He left most of it on the plate. He did say he liked the unsweetened iced tea. I went here because of the reviews. Must have been a different chef that day. This was without a doubt the worst Thai food I've had in my life. Note to the restaurant. If you're going to take an order for "Thai hot" and allow someone to pay for it, have the decency to MAKE it Thai hot. Or refund the money. Go to Thai Elephant. Or even International Market. But not here.
(1)Taylor Ann D.
I ordered Pad Thai takeout. I have an issue with food that tastes fishy. I asked for NO fish sauce in the Pad Thai (which restaurants usually honor my request). However, I ended up not eating dinner because it was so fishy I couldn't even cover it up with hot sauce. Bummer because I LOVE Pad Thai and I haven't craved it since then. EW. Sorry, Thai Kitchen... TA
(1)Laura P.
This is my favorite lunch place! It is so unbelievably reasonably priced even on the weekend, I'm not quite sure how they can afford to stay open. When I first started to go the lunch special was 4.95. I think it has gone slightly up, but not much. I can get 2 meals from one lunch special. You can't beat that! Their food is also very tasty. It is not exactly consistent, so ordering medium spicy every time does not yield the same results, but I can take it given the price and the overall tastiness of the food. My favorites are the Drunken Noodles and Garlic Chicken (with extra garlic). YUM!
(4)Lashona M.
Great customer service! The food was ok and as the ratings said I've had better.
(2)Darson L.
Im not sure why the reviews are so bad either. Guess the menu items are really hit or miss. I had the fried rice and pad thai and they're not bad. The ladies are really nice and gave me free dessert once.
(4)Yotie E.
The worst Thai food I have ever had.. ever. Plus, it was a to go order and when I got it home, it was wrong. Wrong and bad. Not good.
(1)Todd D.
I love this place and eat here frequently. It is inexpensive and the food is great! Try the spicy tofu.
(5)Anna A.
I got one word for this place - GROSS!! I will clarify that it's not gross because of anything hazardous to your health or funk, it just doesn't taste good at all. I have tried both the thai and the chinese food and yuck.. Greasy, bland, overly sweet and horribly fattening. Siam Cafe is just a scant mile or two away down Nolensville and really soooo much better.
(2)Andrew B.
Don't expect much and order spicy. The food they serve most people is fairly bland. BUT if you order the Tom Ka soup and ask for it spicy, you won't be disappointed. Aside from that the Pad Thai is acceptable. Stay away from the Americanized Chinese food (sweet and sour chicken, etc) as it is fairly boring.
(3)Kelly W.
I've been very satisfied with their Pad Thai, Masaman Curry, and fresh rolls. If you want the atmosphere of a fancy restaurant, you should probably go somewhere else - but if you want good Thai comfort food, this is the place. And it's super-inexpensive!
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