Ban Thai

A solid 3.5 stars. Located in the heart of downtown. This place is like a Mongolian grill without…read moreall the smoke and fanfare. Large seating area in the back that is insulated from the smoke and the smell. You fill up the big bowl with noodles and veggies and the small bowl with your protein. Choose white fish, beef, chicken and pork. Comes with some sort of a bread or you can get side of white rice. Service was fairly fast.

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I adore this little family restaurant! It seemed like we had been invited into their little…read morefamily. The food was delicious and well-priced. Spice level was low-to-medium. We just randomly found this place, but we will definitely be back!

I have to say the food here is decent for the area. They have a wide range from thai to pho. Only…read moreplace that serves bubble tea too. I ordered a beef noodle soup and the taste was good, it had a kick to it which I enjoyed. The next day I stopped in and ordered a pad thai and it was delicious. Average cost for 80% of the menu is around $16-$18. and plenty of free parking here. I recommend this place for sure. The service here is great too.

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This is only the 2nd time I've eaten at a Noodles & Co. decided to get the Japanese udon noodles…read morewith chicken. They made it fresh in front of me. Which was great. It came out hot and steamy. Chicken was really good too. My only real complaint is that it was kinda dry. The sauce was good. It I needed more of it. The noodles were chewy and good, chicken good, veggies just so-so. Can always use more and better veggies. Staff was good. Store was clean. They had some take out orders and me. It was very quiet. Lots of parking. Prices kinda average. Overall, decent. I'll go back.

I come here all the time for the ceasar salad. Sometimes it's full sometimes it's 1/2 full and…read moredon't even get me started on cross contamination at this place. Everytime I order buttered noodles there is always some random noodles mixed with it sometimes other stuff like I've found broccoli in it. Today I ordered an extra dressing and it ushually comes with 2 and they gave me one freaking dressing. They wouldn't refund me they said I could come back and they would remake it for me but it's far and it's late

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Noodles and Company

3.3(29 reviews)

54.5 mi

I haven't been to a Noodles and Company since I was a kid and it was way better than I remember!…read more First off, the staff were super kind and helpful. I got the Mac and cheese bbq pulled pork and it was very good. The cheese was super cheesy on the noodles. The pulled pork was a generous amount. My wife liked her gluten free Mac and cheese with grilled chicken! Ambiance was quiet, clean, and cozy

After a day of exploring and walking along the beach, Noodles and Company was fast and pretty…read moretasty. My choice was just a touch dry by the time we reached our hotel. The customer service at the register was friendly and attentive to questions. We got there fairly late. The restaurant didn't have anyone dining in, but was tidy and quiet.

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Noodles and Company

3.0(55 reviews)

45.0 mi

My husband and I went to the GameStop also on West Main two days in a row, seeing this restaurant…read morewhile driving. I love Noodles and Company, even calling it my favorite chain restaurant. I find myself often wishing we had one in town, but I settle for insisting on going for food when we're in a city that does. My husband got what he always gets, the bbq Mac and cheese. I went for the chicken parm, which I had never gotten the noodles it comes with from them. I've had their tomato sauce but I've gotten meatballs as the protein over chicken and I've also gotten spaghetti, macaroni and the spiral noodles (can't think of the name off the top of my head). Employees were friendly, made attaching our rewards account easy and they worked hard to get our order out quickly as well as correctly. Bathroom was also clean, as was the rest of the inside. Our meals were delicious after a long day and an emotional week. I always find noodles to be comforting when I'm having tough days. While they are a fast food restaurant, I would recommend coming to a Noodles and Company if you've never been. I've always left with a full and happy stomach.

First time visit staff was very friendly and helpful. We got way more food than what we expected,…read morewhich was a good thing. I got the pad Thai with shrimps, and my husband got the Mac and cheese with shrimp. We were able to get two meals out of each bowl definitely coming back.

(Green shirt) As she stands there and does nothing even though she was so mad we came in while they were getting ready to close!

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Noodles and Company

2.6(61 reviews)

50.8 mi

I haven't ate here in years but I'm just here to talk about that gentleman who offers free drinks…read moreto dashers as they wait for their orders. I don't know his name but he's the only one I encounter with when I have orders from there.

The BEST food I've ever eaten! I will come back every week, but the bathroom door keeps trapping me…read moreinside. Service was ok.

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Noodle alley has very yummy pad Thai and Thai iced tea!…read more Their pad see ew noodles are always very fresh and not stuck together which I appreciate. I tried the chicken basil fried rice which I'd order when as well as the spicy shrimp lemongrass soup. Their egg rolls were too good.

So Haven't been in 6…read moremonth. May never return. Have gone here for 10 years Not the normal staff. Waited 1 hour after I order take out???!! It's Thai! 15 minutes max. I have never complained about service. It's all about food. But over an hour for take out ordered at restaurant. That like a 8hrs at Ruth's Chris I wonder what happened to Ownership? This is not what I've known for years. Sad

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Unbelievable food! Will be trying more items. For now I can recommend the honey sesame chicken.read more

We were in Chicago for a really quick trip and passed this restaurant as we walked downtown. We…read morethought it looked interesting, so we popped in. It was a very quaint but contemporarily designed space with neutral tones. The staff was very friendly, and we were seated immediately having beat the work crowd. For drinks, I had the Take It Easy, and my friend had the Purple Paradise. I usually go straight for wine but opted for a mixed drink this time. Both of our drinks were great choices. For dinner, we each tried something different and opted for the spring rolls appetizer, the King Mushroom Chicken, Singapore Vermicelli Noodle and Spicy Chili Shrimp with a side of fried rice. Everyone loved their meals. They were absolutely delicious! I had the vermicelli dish, and I couldn't have asked for a better mix of ingredients. It was a little spicy but not too much. The service was great, and our server made solid recommendations across the board. There were many dishes to try, and if I lived in Chicago, this is definitely a place I'd return again.

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This was my first time dining here and it won't be my last! I ordered the Pad See Ew with chicken…read more The lunch portion is huge and only $12! They aren't skimpy on the protein at all. The spice level 2 was perfect for me. I look forward to trying other dishes. The restaurant is clean and welcoming. The service is friendly and attentive.

Stopped by on whim and ordered takeout. Food was delicious!! Th customer service was terrific! So…read morefriendly!

Dining room at noon on Tuesday

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Pad Thai

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Very good. I couldn't believe I found a Thai restaurant in the middle of nowhere. I especially…read moreliked the egg rolls and orange chicken appetizers.

Everything I've tried there is amazing. I especially like the. Pad See Ewe! they have a lot of…read moreitems I have never tried before, but I like all the vegetables in the foods and and they are light and not drenched in a lot of oil. I like the chicken Thai satay also.. The siam noodles are another one of my go to meals ,it is a light dish with the rice noodles

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Len L.

12 years ago

While on a recent brief vacation stop in SW Michigan, my companion and I visited Jimmy and his gifted chef (wife) to learn if the glowing reviews that we had read were "legit". Boy, did we ever! We're both seasoned travelers and have dined at a wide range of restaurants in the U.S.A. and abroad. Ban Thai is a gem. The freshest produce I've ever had in any restaurant and of premium quality. We had meals there on successive nights and found the food to be consistently tops. The seafood lemongrass soup was outstanding - seasoning and ingredients superlative. I found the spring roll unusual in its presentation and virtually addictive with a tamarind sauce that "wouldn't quit". An eggplant dish demonstrated how that veggie can be a star if prepared right. Service was personable and attentive, primarily because we arrived at 5:00 PM - the start of the dinner schedule. The restaurant is closed for a few hours after lunch for the staff to re-group. It is advised that diners arrive early to avoid a wait. One also must expect to pay a bit more for some specialty items because of the very high level of ingredients used at Ban Thai. This is virtually gourmet eating if one orders smartly. We recommend Ban Thai for any lover of Asian food or for anyone seeking a special eating experience. An out-of-the-way jaunt here would be well worth it. read more

Scott H.

11 years ago

Ban Thai is the best Thai restaurant I've experienced in the Michiana and Chicago. That's right---better than any place in Chicago (I've been to about 5), Ann Arbor, Lansing, Indy, or South Bend. Having grown up in Thailand (from ages 8-18), I'm obsessed with Thai food, and when I couldn't find any place close to me, I started to cook myself. Ban Thai is the one Thai place that I've been very satisfied with. I've gone with my family (wife and 2 young kids) 3 times on the way back from the beach in St. Joseph. Like all these reviews state, Jimmy is an exceptional host---he has the perfect blend of industry, comedy, and good-naturedness that Thais possess. He has a huge love for his native country and cuisine and takes special care to prepare his dishes completely authentically. Though we've gotten a variety of dishes there, our favorites because of authenticity is the Pad See Ewe and, when it's in season, the mangos and sticky rice. Michiana is lucky to have such a devoted Thai restaurateur. If I lived in St. Joseph, I'd likely stop cooking at home. Go to Ban Thai---you will get the real Thai deal! read more

Eric S.

10 years ago

Terrific food and friendly quick service. I'm almost glad I don't live closer, because I would be here all the time. Jimmy is great and the whole family is wonderful. The food is fresh and fast, a difficult combination when I usually have to settle for one or the other. How many restaurants have you been to that when you run into the proprietor in another store he greets you with a big hug? My wife and I love this place, and we bring out of town guests here sometimes, to show off the restaurant, even though it is 20+ miles away. We always get the Thai iced tea; it is cool and refreshing. Everything has been good, so I'm hard pressed to pick a favorite. We like the appetizer combo with a bit of several different items. Even our son who is a picky eater likes it here. I look forward to getting take-home at least once every December. ;-) read more

James T.

8 years ago

We have enjoyed Bahn Thai for several years, ever since it opened. They cook the best, most authentic Asian food in Berrien County. It is a small restaurant, and Jimmy, the owner/host, gives personal friendly attention. Check the hours open because they are limited to week-day lunch time and some evening dinner times. Service is great, and orders come quickly, steaming from the kitchen. If you eat vegetarian, the menu has several choices. Otherwise, there is beef, chicken, shrimp, etc . Our favorite dish is pad see yeu, but there are others, like pad Thai, pad see mow, etc. If you have a favorite Thai dish, it's likely to be available. J Temple, Berrien Springs, MI read more

K P.

13 years ago

The food is fresh and the meals are wonderful. I can't believe that excellent Thai food could be found so far from any major metropolitan area. The Ban Thai Spicy Catfish is outta this world. I love the flavors that range from sweet, to savory, to spicy and the variety of textures to complement the thai flavors. My family and I make it a point to stop at Ban Thai when we're in St. Joseph. The restaurant is tidy and clean, you can tell that the owners take pride in their work. Walk through the door, the aroma will tell you that you have arrived for some great Thai food. read more

Stephen E.

12 years ago

Having grown up in California and lived for one year in Bangkok, I am immensely grateful to have this caliber of Thai cuisine available to me in Southwest Michigan. Jimmy, the owner, moved here from Thailand with his wife, and together they serve up meals that make me miss Thailand! As a vegetarian, I can substitute tofu or vegetables for meat in just about any of the dishes. They also will accommodate whatever level of spiciness you prefer. Their Thai iced tea is perfect. The ambience is cozy, well decorated, and clean. The service is friendly and prompt. read more

Matt E.

15 years ago

O.K., I've visited the Ban Thai restaurant in Michigan and enjoyed many meals prepared by the chef, so I'm leaving you a review anyway, I hope it is helpful. This is authentic Thai cuisine! Please check the hours before you go, this is not a chain fast food restauraunt. Thai food is among the best in the world considering health and taste, and these friendly people know how to do it right. Each and every dish is made with the finest ingredients, and served with kindness. You cannot go wrong at this place. read more

Kellee C.

12 years ago

We love Ban Thai and recommend this place to anyone visiting the area. Great fresh food, great atmosphere, and great service. The brown rice offered as an alternative to white rice is worth the extra $. We love the cucumber salad too! Everything we've tried has been very clean and bright tasting and we wish we lived closer so we could go there more often. We live nearly 60 miles away and sometimes joke about just driving to Ban Thai for dinner since our Thai restaurants here don't compare! read more

Mark C.

7 years ago

I cannot decide whether the delicious food or the incredible hosting service is my favorite part of each experience I've had from the handful of my visits. Jimmy is the best host I've ever had, his wife cooks beautiful looking food that's equally delicious. It feels like I gave myself a treat or reward after leaving with a full stomach and smile on my face. Sate the hunger of your tummy and your soul! Thank you Jimmy! read more

Jl S.

11 years ago

My family just enjoyed a phenomenal meal at Ban Thai. If we didn't live a couple states away, we would be regulars. The vegetables in our curries were fresh and cooked to perfection and the sauce was complex but light. Jimmy greeted us like an old friend and by the time we left we felt like family. If you're traveling anywhere near St. Joseph, you owe it to yourself to stop. Do you really need Panera AGAIN? :) read more

Hannah K.

11 years ago

First time visiting this lovely restaurant and I cannot believe I haven't been sooner. The man there was so so kind! Service was amazing, the food came out fast, and everything tasted great. (I'm typing this one handed bc I'm busy eATING THE REST OF THIS BOMBASS LEFT OVER SHRIMP-SPICY-MAMA) Baffled as to how more locals do not know about this gem. 10/10 would recommend. read more

Jason B.

16 years ago

I was skeptical to try Thai food, I never had it before and really didn't have any idea what it would be like, but they have really good food. Nothing weird like I thought. It's a very tiny tiny dining area, so it can be a little crowded. I've only been there for dinner so I'm not sure what lunch is like but I really enjoyed my experience there. read more

Samantha O.

10 months ago

Wonderful food and service, traveled with my boyfriend from Wisconsin and we found this Gem on the way. The owner was friendly and helped us choose the best curry. He made pleasant conversation while we waited for our food. I could tell the meal was truly authentic and made with love. we Will be back next time we are in the area. read more

Jason D.

11 years ago

Worth every star. Jimmy is one of the friendliest people I've ever met and he truly cares that you have a great time eating at his restaurant. The food is absolutely delicious. The food arrived at our table in less than ten minutes. I'm kicking myself for not trying this place sooner and I'm looking forward to my next visit. read more

Tyler M.

11 years ago

This place is amazing! I'm a Thai food fanatic and I eat it everywhere I go. This place happened to be one of the best places I've eaten at. The owner Jimmy is the friendliest, most energetic guy I've met and you can really tell he's passionate about his job. You must visit this place if you love Thai food as much as I do. read more

Jeileen S.

7 months ago

I tried Ban Thai for the first time today and let me tell you.. the food is absolutely amazing! Generous portion for my takeout order. Full of flavors, and I absolutely loved the hospitality from the owner. Very friendly and welcoming. Hidden gem in St Joseph. Don't pass it up!! Will be ordering again soon! read more

Ito S.

11 years ago

First visit to Ban Thai and we were highly impressed. Jimmy was warm and helpful. The restaurant was clean, intimate, comfortable, and pleasing to the eye. The bathrooms were a pleasure to visit. And the food was a balm to our city palates. We will be back at Ban Thai when next we are in St. Joe. read more

Kali L.

7 years ago

My colleagues and I were driving through the area and looking for vegetarian dining options. This popped up and definitely did not disappoint. Excellent service, amazing vegetarian options, and beautiful plating! Jimmy and his wife made us feel so welcomed - we will definitely be back! read more

Sherida G.

12 years ago

We tried Ban Thai for the first time this evening and we will definitely become regulars. We found the food to be delicious, and the service exceptional. Jimmy made every effort to make our experience enjoyable and memorable. We are just sorry we hadn't stopped in sooner! read more

Carrielle B.

16 years ago

We LOVE Ban Thai. I cannot believe how poor their rating is, they have such great food. I highly recommend the "Spicy Mama". I don't get over there as much as I like due to my weight loss efforts, but they are so yummy and the owners are so nice and accommodating. read more

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