We've tried the pad Thai, general tso chicken, and tofu spring rolls. Everything is always SOO good!read more

The food here is as authentic as it gets. The laab was incredibly savory with just the right touch…read moreof roasted rice richness that gave it amazing depth and texture, an easy 10/10. The chicken Pad See Ew was just as impressive, with a smoky aroma and rich flavor that had me coming back for a second visit in the same week. The service made the experience even better. Such a friendly and genuinely kind family. This is one of the few spots I'm always excited to recommend to people.

Such a great local, family-owned Laotian spot! The restaurant is small, cute, and clean, and the…read morefood is absolutely delicious and tastes truly authentic. Service was friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. So happy to have a spot like this in the neighborhood -- definitely worth supporting and coming back to!

Service was great! Food was amazing! Will definitely return. My Granddaughter suggested it!read more

I can't say it any louder, but this is a must if you enjoy fresh asian flavors and especially…read moreLaotian cuisine. The yum salmon, wok tossed beef and pretty everything else is deeeeeelicious! Service was great and Ramano made you feel like a long lost friend that is hungry and he wants to feed you, with plenty of recommendations if needed. The restaurant has a relaxed vibe, with chill music and it is an easy place to love to come back to. You better hurry on down and get you some!!

An authentic gem with amazing service, portions, and prices!…read more + Fantastic flavors that are authentic + Fast, friendly service in a lovely atmosphere + Great portions, prices and variety - Closes at 8 so plan accordingly Lao Der is an authentically delicious simple Lao restaurant focusing on homey recipes and street foods, in a bright, friendly and welcoming modern restaurant. Nestled in an unassuming strip mall flanked by a Subway and a Chinese takeout spot, this place will make you feel like you stepped into someone's home. A good selection of freshly prepared dishes means you can come here no matter your mood, and the service is top notch. Romano is prompt, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu that Pat the head chef prepares and is patient when it comes to ordering, and prompt when it comes to serving. The portions are generous and the flavors are rich without being overwhelming, and Lao Der features unapologetically authentic Lao cuisine that is a rarity worth discovering. Whether you want a warm hearty soup, an easy noodle dish, or bright zingy salad, the menu has you covered. Clean, bright and relaxing, Lao Der is an excellent choice for lunch or dinner. Just come earlier than usual since the place closes at 8. Enjoy!

A favorite, go-to for Thai in the Central Valley. We've eaten here multiple times over the years…read moreand service has always been top notch. Food is flavorful, reasonable price and portions are good. Dining area is smaller but we have never had to wait, many get their orders to go. (Restaurant is usually very busy but orders go quickly!) Lad Na, Pad se Ew and Pad Thai are regular choices!

The staff is so friendly and helpful! 5 for them…read more The decor and spacing of tables is great! I appreciate that we weren't too crowded. Unfortunately, I was underwhelmed with the food. The Tom Kia Ghai was very lime forward with very little coconut milk creaminess that I enjoy. The chicken was a bit tough too. The green curry was spicy, but beyond that it didn't have much flavor at all - not even salt. My husband's eggplant stir fry with chicken was the highlight of our food for sure! It was delicious.

We had the papaya salad and the kha poon soup (spelling?). They were both good but the soup stood…read moreway out. It was delicious. The place is located in a Mexican store and is take out only. The service was excellent and the owners very interesting and communicative. Definitely will be going back for the soup and to explore the rest of the menu!

When my sister went to school in Merced, we always made sure to stop by Papaya Lady whenever we're…read morein town. Since she has graduated, I won't be in town anytime soon, but I highly recommend them for some good Thai and Laotian bites if you're ever in Merced! They have a selection of delicious dishes and I have loved everything that I've tried. My go-to orders are the Papaya Salad and Khao Poon. The papaya salad is a must and the spice level was the perfect amount. The Khao Poon is a coconut curry based noodle soup that is so flavorful. I've also come to really enjoy the Nam Khao (Laotian crispy rice salad), each bite is crunchy and absolutely delish. Your Asian comfort food cravings will definitely be satisfied here. Wishing The Papaya Lady continued success!

There are few restaurants that I adore more than Thailand. Everything I've had has been perfection…read more If you're vegetarian or just want to try something new, don't sleep on their tofu option. It comes as sliced fried squares which gives it awesome texture and flavor. My favorites: the prik king, the pad eggplant, and pad see ew. Also the shrimp spring rolls are AMAZING. I recently moved out of the area and this is what I miss the most!!!! Quick service and amazing employees

Another show at the Gallo. Another meal at Thailand Restaurant. The trick is to not order so much…read morethat we end up with leftovers. Very difficult to manage when we so enjoy having different flavors. Once again, we failed and had to take the leftovers back to our van before the show. Service here was again friendly and attentive. Our server helped us with our selections and they were spot on. 11B - Thai Basil Chicken Wings - 4 - Crispy and sticky and yummylicious. These wings were good hot or cold as leftovers. 61 - Pineapple Curry - 5 - We ordered this with Prawns and they were cooked perfectly. Bell peppers, Basil and Coconut Milk rounded out the dish making it perfect for serving over rice. 73 - Pad Kraprao - 4 - Just a bit of heat to wake up the taste buds, we ordered this with Chicken and it an excellent choice. Again, a successful meal. We'll be back!

It's been a minute since we've been to Thai Kitchen. We were living in Stockton and this was our…read morespot for Thai from 2014 - 2016. We were in town for wine tasting and hadn't had Thai food in a while, so we decided to stop by. What can I say...? Same great iced Thai coffee, deliciously fresh spring rolls, and the green curry couldn't have been better. We didn't see too many veggie dishes on the menu, yet at my wife's request, the kitchen made her fresh green beans in a garlic sauce. Thats right - fresh crisp green beans with plenty of "crunch" in a velvety garlic sauce. The prices are very reasonable considering today's crazy economy and we took food home! This is a family run business and the care and attention to customers is worth giving Thai Kitchen your support. We understand that they will be moving soon (just two storefronts away from the current location) and will have more room for more clientele. Judy and Sonny are very welcoming and personable. We wish them great success in the new location and we can't wait to be back to check it out!!!

Spring roll, best thing I had 9/10 BBQ pork with rice: 7/10…read more I can not recall the last item that we had, but it was a ground meat with herbs and was kinda spicy but manageable. That was really good as well 9/10 The service was nice, very helpful, and attentive My experience was good. The location is really tiny, a party of 10 people can fill up the whole restaurant.

Green Papaya remains one of our go-to spots in Stockton for Lao and Thai food!…read more We shared the Pad Thai (my personal pick) and the Yellow Curry, which is my husband's favorite because of its creamy texture. We also added the Crab Fried Rice and the Fried Riblets. The fried rice is seasoned perfectly, and the riblets are the absolute ideal pair for the rice! Portions are generous, the space is clean and spacious, and the service is always friendly. If you haven't been here yet, definitely give them a try next time you're in Stockton.

This was perfect for the rainy weather. I really loved their broth it was well seasoned and I…read moredidn't need to add any additional seasoning. I liked that they provided pickled peppers to go with this. It was the perfect touch for the noodle soup. I also ordered a side of Thai tea not featured and thought it was on the sweeter end for my taste buds. But after having some spicy papaya salad, the sweet and creamy Thai tea helped cooled down my taste buds. Overall experience was great. Cashier/server was nice and the service was quick! Very attentive as we were just about done eating he asked if we needed some takeout boxes.

The food always hits the spot! The service is as fast as…read morethey could get it out but they forgot our orders so I had to go ask and they took longer But the food always good and eggrolls are a hit!

Great service - saucy sandwich. Parking in the back and…read moreside There's so much to shop for (chips, drinks, boba, snacks, meals, lotion, lightbulbs, etc

The food here has to be the best Thai food I've ever had. Really. They are consistent and each dish…read moreis bursting with flavor. My wife thinks it's because they grow their own vegetables and pick them fresh and ripe. We saw their garden in the back so I think she's right. I recommend the Tom Kha, it's like a creamy sweet and sour soup. Very good and tasty. I also recommend the red curry, it comes with your choice of meat. I got the shrimp today and it was really good. The flavors are very well balanced. I love the sticky rice here too. I'm not supposed to have it, but I indulge when I'm here. The server was a sweet ole lady who was attentive and nice.

If you ever want to eat food that was just made especially for you nice and fresh all vegetables…read moretaste like they just cut it off the garden go there their food is delicious. Their customer service is amazing and his family owned. The cooks are amazing cooks.