great experience. we ordered lo mein, green curry, and fried rice. All dishes are great and meats…read moreare fresh

I actually came here on Sunday, when it was closed. I came back on Monday to check the restaurant…read moreout! Siam Orchid is a quiet, nicely decorated restaurant with a nice and friendly wait staff, its located directly across from the Orinda Library. I asked for a partial order of egg rolls while waiting for my lunch special, which I ordered with a Thai iced coffee. The egg rolls were delivered very quickly with the iced coffee. The main dish came out after a few minutes of waiting. It's a nice place to meet up with your friends for lunch or dinner. I do recommend that you try this restaurant out, if you're around Orinda!

They have great Thai food here! I ordered the green Thai…read morecurry, a plate that comes with sticky rice and two other items that were delicious although I forgot the name of it but do have to mention that their Thai iced tea was bitter but that could've been a "one off batch". I will say that the parking meters in this lot are a bit daunting as compared to the rest of the meters and Walnut Creek, but there was a very nice parking attendant, who was a big help.

Visited for the first time recently for a belated Mother's Day. Amazingly, it's in a small strip…read moremall that has parking. Less than amazing, all the spots have meters and it's $10.50 for three hours! Credit card is the way to go with the meters, because I hesitated after putting in the first quarter (to try to see how much time that bought me) and subsequent quarters did not register. We had a party of six but it was no problem getting reservations for 12:30 p.m. on a Sunday. Good thing we had a reservation because the place was packed on this Sunday early afternoon. Servers were friendly and efficient, always a plus. I had the PraRam and I was very pleased with it. Best PraRam I've had since losing Ginger's Thai restaurant in Martinez. Definitely worthy of a return visit!

Ordered directly in their website. Stated time was accurate…read more, food was ready. The portions very generous. All I ordered felt and tasted fresh. I love how the pho was practically packed with broth separate and a generous bag of mint , cilantro, beans on the side. It was a Thursday night and this was a busy kitchen . A couple of tables inside and couple outside. Both settings very pleasant as Kibi's is located in a pedestrian area. Super easy to park.

A couple of years ago, the bread for the sandwich was NOT too toasted which is the way I prefer…read more But for the last few times, the bread was OVER-toasted and very HARD. I wish they offer customers options - to toast the bread or not to toast.

Super friendly service and the best tom yum soup that we've had and we've had a lot! The pumpkin…read morecurry was flavorful and spicy as was the curry roti dish. Their roti is more like naan and is a bit thicker than at most other Thai restaurants but soaked up the curry sauce really well. They've got a big assortment of drinks on their menu that adults and kids can choose from. Their location is right in the heart of town and there is a big public parking lot in the back. The tables are well spaced and the space has a nice vibe as well.

The service was really efficient and the waitress was helpful in explaining the menu and the levels…read moreof the food's spiciness to us. The ambiance was pleasantly quiet and its interior consisted of both modern and antique decor which gives the restaurant its authentic Thai & south Asian character. The four-course lunch menu was very reasonably priced and the portions were a decent amount. I felt however, that my Thai papaya salad was too basic but otherwise, the pad Thai noodles was most satisfying. I also quite enjoyed my Vietnamese iced coffee because it was freshly brewed and served in a milkshake-style glass.

The ambiance is calm and pleasant. Food and service were excellent. They were very attentive and…read morefriendly. We had about 4 waiters serving our group. But you know me, food is what it is all about in my reviews! Lol! Cajun calamari 5/5 not too spicy at least I didn't notice but it was excellent and very crunchy. With a honey mustard style sauce which complimented the calamari. Chicken satay 5/5 excellent and smooth with yummy peanut sauce and tiny cup of cucumber salad. Garlic wings 4/5 ( some family members liked this the best). Garlicky and flavorful but for me, these were dry type of fried wings and I like mine with a glaze or sauce. Samosa- 4/5 a kind of sweet mashed potato type of filling. Fresh spring rolls 4/5 ok I am used to big kind where you can taste shrimp. These were small, and cut up. Fried veg rolls 4/5 kind of like small lumpia- ok Eggplant with chicken and basil 5/5 Pumpkin curry with chicken 5/5 one of my favorites Grilled lamb chops 5/5 my favorite of all. Grilled perfectly. Taste was excellent and served with special rice( forbidden rice or purple rice on top?). Drunken noodles with beef-5/5 ( some of my family's favorites). Pad Thai I paid extra for chicken and shrimp together. 5/5 I don't usually like shrimp but the prawns alone were amazing! Whole dish was perfect. Pad See Ew- 4/5 good but if I had to pick the other two pad Thai (#2) and drunken noodles (#1)were better. Laos sausage wrapped in leaves with a mix of peanuts, red onions and fresh lime and garlic. 5/5 A spicy sausage cut into slices to be wrapped in lettuce leaves. Pineapple fried rice 5/5 Mango Lovers- 10/5 surprisingly a star showcase of varied mango desserts with macaron cookies. Thai iced tea ice cream( loved this one), mango ice cream, mango slices and sweet rice, and a fresh strawberry and mango slices and a mango mousse cake slice. All excellent! I was surprised how big this was, so don't need to order any other dessert if you order this!!! Then my favorite fried banana fried in like a eggroll type wrapper. Smooth and yummy! And coconut ice cream complimented it perfectly. 10/5 So here you have an idea of menu offerings. All of them delicious and service and ambiance wonderful! I had a group of 12 in our party. It was a nice place to have a party. They loved all the drinks from lychee martini, Thai iced tea spiked and regular Thai iced teas and one with a basket drink. I am glad they helped us celebrate my daughter's achievements and sent her a complimentary ice cream. Thank you Torsop Thai for making it memorable and delicious for our family! Yes, that was my family and not even all of them were able to come-I have a big family! Definitely will come here for more family get togethers!

Fantastic food, vibe and service!…read more Torsap Thai nailed it! The atmosphere is upbeat and cool, yet perfect for a great family conversation. We brought a wide age range (from a tween to an 89-year-old), and the staff was incredibly accommodating. They happily made a simple salmon and sticky rice dish for my tween, though she loved the look of the food so much she ended up eating our tuna tower, yellow chicken curry, drunken noodles, and pad Thai too...all of which were phenomenal. Shoutout to the staff, especially the gentleman delivering drinks with absolute flair! Exceptional service and a great overall experience. Highly recommend!

We had our dog so sat outside and my only complaint is our glass of waters kept sliding lol so we…read moreswitched to a more even area - which is just because of the slope the restaurant is located so not necessarily the restaurant fault. My favorite was the papaya salad and spicy eggplant. I believe I got the thai lady cocktail. Pretty good and strong I think. The curry was ok. The noodle we got came with tofu and I liked the tofu. My favorite definitely was the eggplant and the sticky rice tasted good with the sauce. I will definitely come back to try more on their menu. The staff are nice.

My partner and I visited Daughter Thai Kitchen during Oakland Restaurant Week. They offered a…read morespecial Restaurant Week menu, and we chose the fried rice and pork belly. I'll admit I was a little disappointed at first because the pricing ended up being pretty close to what we would have paid outside of Restaurant Week. I was expecting a bit more value or a larger discount, but I also understand that every restaurant participates in Restaurant Week differently. That said, the food itself was delicious. The pork belly was juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The fried rice was also excellent and came with large, generous pieces of shrimp. The dish included pineapple, which wasn't my favorite, but that's purely a personal preference and not a reflection of the quality of the food. One thing that really stood out was the restaurant itself. The space is absolutely beautiful and creates a great atmosphere for dinner. Between the thoughtful design, the quality of the food, and the overall dining experience, we had a great time. While I may have had different expectations for the Restaurant Week pricing, I still enjoyed my meal and would be interested in returning to try more of the menu.

Just moved to Orinda and stumbled on a total hidden gem!…read more It's not your typical café, but that's what makes it great. They've got a really solid lineup of grab-and-go meals, drinks, and snacks that actually taste fresh. Everything I've tried so far has been super flavorful and clearly made with quality ingredients. What really sets them apart though are the take-and-bake meals. You can order ahead, bring it home, and have a legit, home-cooked-style dinner without the hassle. Perfect for busy weekdays! The owners are incredibly friendly and you can tell they genuinely care about what they're putting out. They also run a catering business, which makes total sense once you try the food. If you're local and haven't checked it out yet, you're missing out.

Today I popped in because I had a few minutes and wanted something delicious , nutritious and home…read moremade - I had the quinoa chick peas on a bed green salad with a side of chicken and it was everything listed above. The service was courteous and friendly , I love. The large tables to share with whoever especially as I stepped in as a singleton. Parking can be tricky so don't be phased by the muscles out in front of the second hand shop store (of all the places ... Orinda an a second hand store employ this and what this to be their front of house - tut tut such a bad look) anyways this is not Genuine Goodness ' fault and you just park ANYWHERE where it is legal in the whole parking lot. You won't regret it.

Soo good! Came on Cal Day and it was a little busy but we were able to join the waitlist outside…read moreand were seated outside in 10 minutes. They also have a restroom for customers. We got the pad thai and pad kee mao with a side of sticky rice. Everything was super tasty and flavorful. I really enjoyed the flat rice noodles. The sticky rice sides came wrapped in foil and were so compact (but delicious)!

Great food, hit or miss service. Definitely get signed into the Yelp waitlist as Imm Thai is always…read morebustling, even at 3pm on a weekend! -2 stars for service. One of the staff members were so sweet and regularly checked up on everyone, but our main server was incredibly rude. My vegetarian friend wasn't able to eat eggs but the rest of the table could, so we asked kindly if it's possible to just have it put on the side. I understand if they couldn't do it for whatever reason, but we were just met with so much passive aggressiveness for asking. It made the mood very unpleasant. But honestly, I find it strange as most restaurants are pretty understanding of dietary restrictions and can make modifications to cater to their many costumers. I previously had their pad thai for takeout in 2024 and remember being very disappointed. That said, I would give it another try if dined in. RECS: + Pad see ew ($16) was good, one of the better ones I've had + Green curry ($16) was delicious and full of flavor! + Crispy pumpkin ($10) had a light, airy coating of batter and was paired with a tasty sweet and sour sauce

I had an amazing experience at Saneh Bangkok in Thailand--this place truly captures the heart and…read moresoul of authentic Thai cuisine. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt warm, inviting, and full of character. The décor blends modern style with traditional Thai touches, creating a comfortable yet vibrant dining space. The food was absolutely outstanding. Every dish we tried was packed with bold, authentic flavors and clearly made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. The balance of sweet, spicy, sour, and savory was spot on. The Pad Thai was one of the best I've ever had--perfectly cooked noodles with just the right amount of tang and richness. The Tom Yum soup was incredibly flavorful, with a deep, aromatic broth that had the perfect kick of spice. We also ordered a curry dish that was rich, creamy, and full of depth--easily a standout. What really made the experience even better was the service. The staff were friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. They took the time to explain dishes and offer recommendations, which made us feel well taken care of throughout the meal. The presentation of the food was also impressive--each dish looked as good as it tasted. It's clear that a lot of care and passion goes into everything they serve. Overall, Saneh Bangkok is a must-visit if you're looking for authentic Thai food in a great atmosphere. Whether you're a local or just visiting Thailand, this restaurant delivers an unforgettable dining experience. I'll definitely be coming back!

Mother's Day was my first time visiting here all the way from the Peninsula. The service was great…read moreand I was welcomed promptly after walking in the door and waited just a minute to be taken to my table. I had made a reservation because I didn't know how crowded the place could get especially on Mother's Day but glad I did. The food was amazing and tasted great. It had been a while since I had eaten Thai food but coming here definitely reminded me of how much I missed it. I ordered the red curry chicken with a side of Jasmin rice. This was my first time trying red curry as I usually order yellow curry. I do have to mention that it was spicier than I thought and definitely made me have a runny nose but nothing I couldn't handle lol. The fried chicken wings were also amazing and definitely loved the crunchiness to it. It was cooked really through and I enjoyed that. Everything had just enough spices to really enjoy the food. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great Thai food near Pleasant Hill.

Had such a good experience at Burma 2! Everything we ordered was delicious--the tea leaf salad was…read morefresh and crunchy, and the coconut palata was amazing with the curry. The staff was also incredibly accommodating with my tiny service dog, which made the whole experience even better. It's not always easy dining out with a service animal, so I really appreciated how kind and understanding they were. Definitely recommend!

I feel bad leaving a 3 star review because the food and the ambience was really good here…read more First of all, there's no system to record who came first and how to put your name down etc. secondly I think we caught them on a bad night in terms of staffing. We got the mango curry and rice, garlic noodles, tea leaf salad and samosa soup. The main curry came first but it didn't come with the rice. It sat there and got cold for 10 mins before the rice came. The appetizers came only in the end. The hostess was short and she just seemed busy. I understand. The waitress was nice enough but was absent during most of our meal. She seemed to be waiting many tables. However she told my 7 yo she'll get ice cream after dinner 3 different times, which was sort of uncalled for. Then my kid decided she wanted it (because which kid says no to ice cream!) And we were forced to buy it. Why keep mentioning it to a kid if you can't afford to just give it. That's a really shallow form of selling things and I don't know if the waitress intended it but we were pretty pissed that she forced us to eat and pay for ice cream.