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2007 Oct 22
We went here last night for a low-key anniversary dinner and were not disappointed - after I had fallen asleep post-hike and S.O. canceled his surprise reservation only for me to wake up and announce that I wanted Thai food. We arrived around 8pm and were seated right away as they were not overly busy. We were given a lovely corner table with lots of pretty (and comfortable) cushions.
To start, we were brought shrimp chips and peanut sauce (yum). We also ordered a chicken satay appetizer which quickly followed. The chicken was hot and delicious but their peanut sauce was a little on the mild side for me.
For our mains we ordered a Pad Thai with shrimp but asked for it to be hot to the tune of three peppers in their pepper rating system. They were very accommodating and even brought us a dish of hot sauce on the side in case it was not hot enough. The pad thai was delicious but it should be said that was a perfect amount for two people who weren't famished (read: portions are by no means huge).
We also had Nuer Takai (lemongrass beef) which was crispy beef sauteed with lemongrass, dried chili and sweet spicy sauce. There was a huge amount of beef and it was served to us piping hot. The beef was indeed crispy but surprisingly tender and the sauce was spicy and totally addictive.
To finish we had a pot of lemongrass tea and shared a bowl of mango ice cream. Even if you are full, I would highly recommend ordering a dish of mango ice cream to share as it is delicious and cooling for your mouth after all the heat from the chilies.
The service we received was excellent. Our water glasses never dipped below half full and we didn't feel at all rushed despite being some of the only customers in the restaurant on a Sunday evening. Before we ordered, our server asked us if it was our first timing having Thai food (it wasn't) and did we need any recommendations (we didn't). We were also offered a fresh pot of tea when we finished the first.
Overall, very good food and really aesthetically pleasing decor. I would probably skip the pad thai next time in lieu of something different but it was a really lovely meal and a perfect amount of food for two people.
To start, we were brought shrimp chips and peanut sauce (yum). We also ordered a chicken satay appetizer which quickly followed. The chicken was hot and delicious but their peanut sauce was a little on the mild side for me.
For our mains we ordered a Pad Thai with shrimp but asked for it to be hot to the tune of three peppers in their pepper rating system. They were very accommodating and even brought us a dish of hot sauce on the side in case it was not hot enough. The pad thai was delicious but it should be said that was a perfect amount for two people who weren't famished (read: portions are by no means huge).
We also had Nuer Takai (lemongrass beef) which was crispy beef sauteed with lemongrass, dried chili and sweet spicy sauce. There was a huge amount of beef and it was served to us piping hot. The beef was indeed crispy but surprisingly tender and the sauce was spicy and totally addictive.
To finish we had a pot of lemongrass tea and shared a bowl of mango ice cream. Even if you are full, I would highly recommend ordering a dish of mango ice cream to share as it is delicious and cooling for your mouth after all the heat from the chilies.
The service we received was excellent. Our water glasses never dipped below half full and we didn't feel at all rushed despite being some of the only customers in the restaurant on a Sunday evening. Before we ordered, our server asked us if it was our first timing having Thai food (it wasn't) and did we need any recommendations (we didn't). We were also offered a fresh pot of tea when we finished the first.
Overall, very good food and really aesthetically pleasing decor. I would probably skip the pad thai next time in lieu of something different but it was a really lovely meal and a perfect amount of food for two people.
Starvin Marvin
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