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    Chao Phya Thai Restaurant

    3.9 (533 reviews)
    Open 4:30 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Nadine C.

    Takeout dinner in Kaneohe, O'ahu, Hawai'i... First to Review was in 2007... Wow... That's a long time ago! So, this Thai restaurant has been in business for almost 20 years! Must be good, right? Located at Windward City Shopping Center, next to Starbucks, Chao Phya Thai Restaurant is visible from Kamehameha Highway. Everyone passes it when entering Kaneohe from the Pali Highway. Inside, it seems rather dim, cozy, and cluttered. The cashier wasn't at her station. I waited around for her. She was chatting with some customers. Another takeout customer came in after me, but at least she cashed me out first. I called in my order: yellow curry (with tofu) and pad see ew (with shrimp). When I paid, there was no printout. I looked at the menu to see the prices. The proteins were an added upcharge. Wow. A bit pricey compared with other Thai restaurants... At home, I enjoyed my meal. However, the food was blander than other Thai cuisine that I have recently had.

    Bugs in lettuce
    Le J.

    Expensive for what you get. The spring rolls had bugs in the lettuce. Beef pad see ew tasted like metal. I love Thai food but this place is not it.

    Seafood medley
    Maritess C.

    My boyfriend saw this place and we decided to eat here for dinner. Hardly anyone in here. We ordered quite a bit, 4 plates. We ordered the pork fried rice, noodles, sweet and sour fish and seafood medley. We ended up waiting for a little bit because they had one cook so the waitress gave us free complimentary spring rolls which looked like egg rolls lol Everything was good but I especially liked the seafood medley plate because it had shrimp in it. Waitresses were really nice and promoting new dishes they had. Ambiance was nice and decor was cute. Plenty of parking up front and around. High recommend this place for Thai. Food was delicious.

    Randall S.

    This was a hidden gem to find in Kaneohe! I had seen the restaurant for a while and decided to take some out of town guests to check this place out. Needless to say we had a great time! The chef stopped by to review our order and recommended we try the baked oysters (not shown on the menu). The oysters were done similar to oyster Rockefeller but was baked instead. We also tried their bone in prime rib and it came with sides of potatoes and sautéed vegetables (not on the menu). The cashew soup was smooth with a good flavor (not on the menu). The eggplant was also very good and the pad Thai noodles were perfect. Not too gummy and not too crunchy. The service was excellent and after dinner, the chef stopped by to make sure we were satisfied with our meals. Our friends were impressed and said this was the best Thai food they've had and I agree. It was a wonderful experience and I'll be back again. Highly recommend folks check this place out for outstanding Thai fusion cooking!

    Pineapple Fried Rice + Pad See Ew
    Raquel M.

    Food: it was subpar. I did love the service and their eagerness to want us to try different menu items, but we know what we like. Pad see ew is just always my favorite. It was a bit too sweet. Ambiance was chill and clean!! Very family friendly. Parking: easy -- shouldn't have an issue.

    Crispy fish with spicy sauce was great.
    Ramiro H.

    The staff was really personable and welcoming. Great recommendations and went out of their way to ensure we felt taken care of. Food cake out extremely fast and the portions were a good size and really flavorful. We got spicy and it was just spicy enough to lightly tingle my lips, but not overly spicy to where it's not enjoyable. We will definitely be returning to this place, but although there's plenty of space and it's family friendly, it's just not financially sustainable for us to bring our kids. Quality food comes at a cost and it was just under 100 (not counting tip) for 3 plates, bowl of jasmine rice and water. Adding 3 kids to that tab would only be upon request for special occasions (birthdays, graduations, etc). Overall great staff, location, ambiance and food. Looking forward to the next visit

    Fish cake appetizer
    Debra N.

    They are very friendly, making drink and food suggestions. They took our orders fast before16 party came in. Appetizer: Seasoned fish cake, chewy texture, very tasty, laid on lettuce and wanted another, but given only four pieces...needed to behave! Main dish: seasoned fried fish was fantastic, many texture (crunchy, flaky, delicate), carrots, basil, mushrooms, lettuce, asparagus, and etc. This an absolute dis to eat. You don't need the sauce....makes it savory though. Side: purple rice... This was a fantastic meal and worth coming back to! Ciao!!!

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    Delicious food and great atmosphere! Will definitely be coming back!! Loved the garlic chicken!

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    7 months ago

    This truly is one of the gems of the Windward Side. I love the yellow curry - one of the best I've had.

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    2 years ago

    Wow ...Hidden Gem ...food and service amazing...my new go to place ! Had the soup and special fish ...

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    The food was $ and not that good. My dish was too salty. Not a lot of choices of things without meat.

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    Delicious food and friendly and warm staff. Our new go-to Thai restaurant in Kaneohe.

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    Unfortunately disappointed with our experience. We were excited to try this place and finally got…read moreto today. They didn't answer their phone so we went inside to order for take out, there was no other customers there when we arrived (I understand places can be busy at times or helping other customers, etc.) The food itself was alright, price point was not super expensive but the food portions also show that. The spring rolls also were not golden brown and kind of reminded me of frozen ones you can get at a grocery store.

    We've had a hard time actually be able to eat here. Third time is the charm I guess! First time it…read moresaid they were open, but they weren't. Second time we walked in two hours before close and were rudely told it was take out only. Third time we stopped in and I was worried because there wasn't anyone seated, but the kind woman sat us and we were finally able to try their food. I got the coconut soup, and the pineapple friend rice. The coconut soup was very bitter and I didn't like it at all. The pineapple fried rice was so hot I had to ask to have it remade. I got mild! I can handle a good amount of spice, but nowhere have I ever encountered a mild that made my nose run. I think it will take going a few times to truly find what I like there. Wasn't the greatest 'first' impression, but not bad enough to keep me from coming back. Inside is small, but had a few tables to sit at, parking can be hit or miss.

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