Amazing food, curry, soup and my favorite pad tai!!!! Omg you will not be disappointed!! Yum Ate it too fast to take a good picture! 100% must try!! authentic yummyness!! read more

Chanpen was great. We came for lunch, but on a weekend so there was no lunch special. I can say now I have been to both locations! Yay! The restaurant here, is bigger than the one in Phoenix and the decor is also much more thai style. That's not a bad thing at all. We were greeted and seated right away. We ordered pad see ew, Tom Kha soup, fried rice, pad thai, and panaang curry. Everything was delicious. The only criticism was the soup. I'm pretty sure the soup I got, was not the soup I ordered. But I still ate it. The gave us each a small scoop of orange sherbet after our meal. It was delightful and refreshing. read more

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Came back for lunch and everything was absolutely delicious. We especially loved the seafood coconut tom kha soup. it was so flavorful and comforting. The lunch specials are such a great deal, very affordable and definitely worth it. I also really appreciate that they still include complimentary soup and ice cream scoop afterward. Service is always quick and efficient. read more

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What an absolutely delicious treat. My friend introduced me to his favorite Thai restaurant in town and it did not disappoint! We shared fresh shrimp appetizers, the coconut soup level 1 spice, Drunken Noodles low spice, and Thai toast and everything was exceptional. Everything was great, the Drunken Noodles were delicious, I might have wanted a few extra noodles but no complaints! Flavor was wonderful. The Thai toast tasted a bit like deep fried mozzarella sticks so I probably wouldn't get that again but it was fun to try. I appreciate the low spice levels. The only suggestion I would have is that noise travels very fast inside so to ask louder parties to keep their voices down a little bit if possible and to be mindful not to drag chairs has it made it a little harder to enjoy a peaceful meal but the food more than made up for the noise :-) read more

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We discovered this place a while back as we were passing through Tempe & wanting some Thai for take out.. this place had great reviews so of course give it a try! Well we loved it & every time passing through that'd be our spot to grab our Thai take out... except after this last visit we'll now be driving right by it! Sunday afternoon we were in the mood for Thai but this time we made a special trip because it's been almost a year since we've been here & we missed it! I walked in to place my order around 4 in the afternoon & there were only a couple of tables of diners, they had new menus... switched from the black menus to white menus plus the prices went up!! Now I'm hoping that's all that's changed, oh please! Once we got home as I've unpackaged the food I just couldn't believe my eyes! For what I just spent & the food they gave me I was beyond unsatisfied! The fried rice was gummy in texture with hardly any bean sprouts & zero green onions or peas, $15 REALLY.... All they gave me was rice, chicken, egg & then they sprinkled in some bean sprouts, thank you so kind! I ordered the mixed vegetable stir fry with chicken added for $19, are you joking is all I could say when I looked at it! Oh my I felt like I was just completely ripped off, out of all the veggies they gave me 1 piece of bok choy & endless bamboo shoot, a couple of pieces of broccoli, tons of carrot & a few corn... are you kidding me people! Yes we're all feeling grocery store prices but give me my share of what I'm paying for, come on! My husband just opened his box of wings, he sighed then said forget it let's just eat... we'll find another Thai restaurant. On that note I couldn't agree more, very disappointed! read more

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First time eating in at Chanpen but we have ordered delivery many times. We arrived at 12:45 on a Wednesday and it was 3/4 full. We were cheerfully greeted and seated right away. After reading all of the wonderful reviews, I decided to add the fried wontons to our regular order of Larb, Yellow Curry Chicken and Pad Thai. Our server quickly brought us cucumber water and cabbage soup. She then took our order and it arrived in about 10 mins. In all, it came to $50.59 plus tip. The ambiance inside Chanpen was a mix: Thai decor, very subtle Thai music but not enough to drown out the conversations, black and tan booths with very hard benches. It wasn't unappealing, just different. The Wontons that came were better than I expected. They were fried to a gentle crisp, so still a little chewy. They were savory, with a chicken mix and no cream cheese. I loved them. The Larb was disappointing because she thought I said beef salad, not beef Larb. The salad itself was okay, just not what we wanted. The Curry was very standard curry, with large chunks of potato, creamy coconut milk and sliced chicken. The Pad Thai was good except, even though the menu stated it came with four shrimps, it only had one. We were also served a small scoop of tangerine sorbet, which cleansed our palettes just right. I had been curious about the prices, since they seemed rather low. It was because they were lunch specials and were half-portions. All-in-all, it was a decent meal but with a couple of execution flaws. I'll be back. read more

Chanpen Thai Cuisine - The scrumptious, savory Fried Wonton (10 Pcs). - Thai Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

My favorite Thai restaurant!!!!! I would eat here every day if I could. Vegetarian Pad Thai and green curry are my favorites.

We have been here many times for lunch, but we recently got a take-out for the first time. It was very good food and everything was solid, flavorful Thai food. The Pad Thai and Drunken Noodles were fantastic, the crispy chicken was not at all crispy,but still good, and the spring rolls (shrimp rolls) were ok. I would recommend this restaurant, it is a nice, authentic, family-run restaurant and worth supporting. read more

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This is one of the most authentic Thai restaurants in the Valley. The food is consistently delicious, full of flavor, and clearly made with care. Every dish we've tried has been amazing, and they always deliver the perfect balance of flavors and spice. The menu covers everything from soups and appetizers to entrées and desserts, and honestly, it's hard to go wrong. We've probably ordered about 75 percent of the menu at this point, and every single dish has been a hit. The service is great, and the space is large enough to comfortably accommodate bigger groups, which is a huge plus. We actually drive from the East Valley just to eat here because not many Thai restaurants live up to this level of quality and authenticity. The atmosphere is quiet, relaxed, and enjoyable perfect for both a casual dinner or bringing someone who really loves authentic Thai food. You can confidently take a Thai food fanatic or someone looking for a truly authentic experience here, knowing they'll leave happy. read more

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Very solid Thai food place with an upgraded ambience to its sister. It's spacious with cozy seating and servers were nice. I love the generous portions and flavor here. The fried wontons are filled with chicken and are an addicting appetizer. I got the noodle soup which had a strong, flavorful broth and plenty of rice noodles to fill my cravings. I would get this dish again and again. We also got the pad Thai and sweet and sour chicken, again, all very solid. Not pictured, we also got the Thai tea last minute and this was the only thing that was okay and could probably pass on. I literally crave the dishes here and can't wait to try more items on their menu. read more

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Ordered takeout from here and had the tom yum soup and the Thai wings. I did the spicy number 2 and it was quite spicy. I am glad I didn't do the medium. But the taste was really good. I added tomato quarters and ginger as I was feeling under the weather and it truly hit the spot. I also added the chicken for protein and it was a bit dry and tasteless but the soup and the veggies and herbs made the broth very good. Definitely is a top tom yum soup for me. Also for the price its very reasonable, although I do wish the price included rice. It did not. It was separate. The wings were okay. Also a bit small and not as sauced as I would have liked. But the taste was really good. It was like a soy garlic flavor. For about 11 bucks it just didn't seem worth the price for 6 small wings. Overall it was really good soup, quite hearty with the mushrooms which is a good sign and a good flavor. I'd definitely come back and order here again. read more

Chanpen Thai Cuisine - Tom yum soup - Thai Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Hungry while shopping, not a great idea, that's why you consult Yelp! See what the people say.... 4.5 so let's do this.. Start with fried wonton (these have chicken) , then Red curry with combo meat (Beef, Chicken & pork) #5 hot & Stir fried teriyaki beef. Good food, great service & feels like they bring the Thai vibe from home, authentic. Corner of a strip mall, plenty of parking & 35 or so tables. read more

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Great food and ambiance! Loved the atmosphere and the food was filling, great service as well. read more

Chanpen Thai Cuisine - Pad Thai and Red Curry - Thai Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

A special place owned by special people, authentic thai food made by thai owners. They have a large menu with some interesting finds I haven't seen anywhere else. Location is in a small strip mall in Tempe with plenty of parking. We went twice on our trip to AZ and it was full of people at 6pm and there was even a surprising amount of people at 3:30 pm. Ka-Ree Puff appetizer: Homemade thai pastry stuffed with curry powder, chicken and potato served with cucumber sauce. Delicious with light flaky crust and savory inside. Khi Mao Pasta: Unique twist on Drunken Noodles, they use squid ink pasta tossed with light and dark soy sauce, oyster sauce and fish sauce. Comes with bell peppers, shrimp, large squid rings, and thai basil. Gai Pad Krapow: My friend recommended this and I'm glad we tried it. It's ground chicken, thai basil, spices that's been stir fried and then topped with 2 eggs. Very good over white rice with a very unique spice mixture I haven't tasted before. read more

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Food: 5 stars. Service: terrible. The only reason this review isn't lower is because the food itself is actually really good. But the service completely ruined the experience. Yes, it was Valentine's Day, but waiting over an hour after ordering with zero updates is unacceptable. It wasn't until I asked how much longer it would be that they suddenly brought something out. The mango yellow curry came first with slightly stale white rice and the curry was lukewarm. Then about 10 minutes later, the rest of our food came out piping hot. It honestly felt like they pushed the curry out just to keep us from walking out. What made it worse was watching 10-15 to-go orders leave while we were still sitting there with no food. It was very clear that takeout orders were being prioritized over the people actually dining in. You also have to grab your own drinks from the fridge, along with your own sauces and to-go boxes, which just adds to the lack of service. I asked for the check before we were even done eating because I didn't want to deal with another long wait. There was no apology, no acknowledgment of the delay, and no attempt to make it right. If I were local, I wouldn't come back. It's disappointing because the food deserves better service than this. read more

The food was fresh and steaming hot. Flavors were perfect and the spicy level was on par for what I asked. I picked a spice level 2 (1-5 scale) since it was our first time and I could definitely taste the heat but was not overwhelmed either. The service was friendly and quick but they did not bother you while dining. The restaurant is cute with authentic touches. I appreciated the cucumber water - kept in the cooler until we arrived so it was cool and refreshing and not just plain ice water. read more

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I walked into a nicely decorated store with a pleasant vibe. The lady at the counter was so kind and gentle, it persuaded me to stay in and dine in instead of doing a carry out. My pa nang curry was rich and full of flavors. My attention was captivated until the last grain of rice. read more

Chanpen Thai Cuisine - Pa nang curry - Thai Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Chanpen Thai Cuisine located around the corner from Fry's food store on 48th St. and baseline Phoenix Tempe borderline. Great place to bring your family for Thai food and other Asian cuisine. My whole family was happy and impressed with their meal. read more

Chanpen Thai Cuisine - Spicy breaded Thai chicken on the bed of cabbage served alongside Jasmine rice - Thai Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

They provide complimentary soup for appetizer and ice cream for dessert. That's awesome. I had the tofu pad Thai. The noodles and sauce were good the tofu was good texture but tasted a bit old. Would still come back here. read more

If you do not come here you are missing out. A few years ago, my friend who is from Thailand made me come here because he said it was the best place in Arizona that can actually compare to Thailand food and he was right. I went to Thailand in April and it is exactly like food in Thailand. SO DELICIOUS AND AUTHENTIC. The service is always fast and the restaurant vibes itself are very stylish and trendy !!! Ps the Khao soi is to die for. read more

Chanpen Thai Cuisine - Khao soi - Thai Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Chanpen is the the little hole in the wall thai resturant that is probably the most fresh tasting Thai food I have ever had. I went to try this restaurant with a new friend and it was the perfect ambiance with wonderful service. I wasn't a big fan of the physical location of the restaurant but the food was excellent! read more

We went for lunch and ordered two lunch specials, a padh Thai and basil fried rice as well as a chickenPanang entrée. Everything was really good. The service was great and they even included an extra free ice cream. With the two free for lunch specials. Surprisingly we found seats right away and the service was top of the line. We will be trying their second location eventually but for now absolutely no complaints. read more

This is the best Thai food in the Valley. Delicious dishes, fair prices, and friendly people. Some of my favorites are: Hot crunchy chicken, Beef Salad, Fried Rice, Sweet n Sour Chicken, and Panang Curry. Love that they serve complementary ice cream after your meal! Groups larger than 8, watch your tipping (I.e, there's already a built in tip in the bill). I highly recommend this spot!! read more

I've been coming here since 2017, and it has been one of my favourite places to go. For lunch, they'll serve you a small bowl of soup, and for dinner, you get a scoop of ice cream! Service has always been great here; I've never waited a long time for my food, and the waitresses have always been attentive. The restaurant is cozy, and it's always a good time there. I've tried sooo much of their food now, and I think the pineapple fried rice, pad Thai, and Penang curry are all my favourites. I recommend this restaurant for family, friends, and date night. The spice level is pretty mild; I can't really handle spice, and I think I could comfortably do a 3-4. read more

Chanpen Thai Cuisine - Penang Curry with chicken (spice level 2) - Thai Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

This is an amazing Thai restaurant. The service is amazing. The people are very awesome. I've eaten Thai food all over the country. I enjoy fresh Thai food wherever I go this is a hidden gym amongst the Tempe area. I highly suggest you try it level. Four spice is borderline level three is safer. Everything was perfect. The Patty is awesome. Drunken noodle amazing the eggplant to die for. read more

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Door dashed food from Chanpen. Did not regret any of it. Shrimp was larger than most places I order from. Flavorful and tasty! Spicy basil and spicy fried rice was bomb good! read more

I took my daughter here and the area was a little sketch. We decided to go in and I immediately noticed what looked like a bullet hole in the window. The food looked and smelled good, my daughter and I both had fried rice, my daughter ate hers no problem I unfortunately found a long black hair in my food. Safe to say I'm not going here again. read more

Chanpen Thai Cuisine - Fried Rice - Thai Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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We came here after visiting Arizona Mills. We got seated right away on a Thursday night for a party of 5. Workers were friendly and it was a nice Thai restaurant. The food was pretty average in terms of taste and presentation. The price was decent as well. Location was good if you're exploring Tempe and staying in the area. read more

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**an all around amazing Thai spot** -delicious food -great prices ($30 for two dishes) -lovely staff and restaurant set up This place is very family friendly and has a bathroom! They are very attentive and quick. One unique thing is their water: HUGE mason jars and a cucumber instead of a lime ! The water lasted me throughout the whole meal AND stayed cold. We got a spice level of 3/5 for both dishes and it was not overly spicy at all. Just enough to give it flavor. We both think we could handle the 4 comfortably. The Thai tea was also spectacular - sweet enough yet still a pronounced tea aftertaste. Definitely a must try for your first time there. read more

Chanpen Thai Cuisine - Thai tea - Thai Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Some of the best Thai food I've had. We ordered the Tom Kha soup, papaya salad, and Ka Pow Moo Krob and everything was fresh, flavorful, large in portion, and delicious. The Tom Kha soup is one of my favorites and is among the best I've had - it's filled with fresh herbs and was great with Tofu. Quiet restaurant but obviously popular w the locals. Fast service, reasonably priced for the portions. Will definitely come back. read more

Service was slow, but the food was amazing. The taste was very authentic. The spice was right on some of my party ordered mild and they gave you all the way up to extreme hot so I think that's cool. You can customize your dishes. read more

Great food and service! Both my wife and I were very happy with the flavour and portion sizes. Just became our top choice for Thai.

I love this place for takeout. It hits every time. We love to get the red curry - so flavorful and yummy I'm always a sucker for good chicken satay and they have it but what really elevates this place is their crispy chicken sooo yummy alternative to getting orange chicken. Love you guys, keep up the great work! read more

Was recommended for fried rice. But orange chicken is to die for. Hubby gets beef fried rice and he shares. You can not go wrong. Prices are good and food is even better Highly recommend read more

Visiting Arizona for the summer and missed Seattle's Thai restaurants. Arizona isn't really known for any Asian cuisine but this restaurant made me feel right back at home. I had the Thai iced tea which was perfect. I also had the Chicken fried rice and cashew chicken. Both were surprisingly delicious. I would come back here again if i ever missed being back at home. Would really recommend to others about this place. Not mention, Complimentary ice cream! read more

Chanpen Thai Cuisine - Thai Iced Tea (24oz) - Thai Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Randomly stumbled upon this place a while ago, but now every-time we are in in the area it is hard to stay away! Haven't had a single bad thing on the menu, the avocado curry is creamy, smooth, and unlike anything I've ever had elsewhere! It also has a spice gauge which I'd say is pretty accurate, normally I get around a 3 or a 4. The last time we were there our food took a while as a huge table was sat before us. We didn't even mind the wait as we knew it would be worth, however out of curtesy they offered us free shrimp spring rolls which was such a nice gesture you don't always see these days. They also follow up every meal with free desert, sherbet! Friendly staff and while it could maybe be a little neater inside it is definitely sanitary. In summary "yum yum!" read more

Chanpen Thai Cuisine - Avocado Curry - Thai Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Service was great. Very welcoming. The Tom kha was a bit salty probably wouldn't get it again but would definitely come back for the pad Thai. We asked for level 3 spice but will probably do 4 next time. read more

Chanpen Thai Cuisine - Pad Thai ** - Thai Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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I recently took my team for lunch at Chanpen Thai Cuisine and everyone enjoyed their food. I arrived first and was quickly seated by the waiter. While I was waiting, he brought soup for the table, which I thought was kind of odd as it probably would have been best to wait until everyone arrived. That being said, the complementary soup was a delicious start to the meal. It's a broth based soup with cabbage, so it's light enough not to ruin your appetite. My group arrived in waves and the waitstaff were very attentive. We all opted for different entrees, I personally selected the Garlic Sauce with Shrimp. For my spice level, I went with a 3 as I had read reviews that their levels are spicier than most. I definitely could have bumped up to at least a 4 as 3 had a little spice, but was pretty mild. Although the spice was mild, the flavor was not! This dish had a delicious garlic sauce and the option was very generous. After our meal we were all served a complementary scoop of orange sorbet, which was a nice surprise! I've never had that at a Thai restaurant, but it was a perfect way to end the meal. Overall this is a great spot and definitely worth checking out! read more

Chanpen Thai Cuisine - Complementary orange sorbet - Thai Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Incredibly attentive service, great food; the mango panang is a standout. They gave us free dessert just because. An absolute favorite.

Best Pad Thai we've ever had. It was sweet, and we loved it. They brought us a gratuitous blood orange gelato at the end which was wonderful and a great way to end off the meal. read more