The name of this place is fun to say - "Chatayee"! Our party of four was jazzed to try a new place with a veggie-forward/vegan menu. Esq and I are vegetarian/pescatarian-leaning, and restaurants who showcase such offerings are always welcomed. We enjoyed some fun Thai-inspired cocktails while we perused the menu. All were refreshing and balanced. Our appetizers didn't disappoint. For the table, we ordered: - Massaman & Roti - better than any other roti I've experienced in Philadelphia. Delicious! - Chicken Satay - juicy and accompanied by a cucumber salad. Unique! - Thung Tong - beautifully crispy without being greasy - Autumn Rolls - none of us were missing the lack of animal protein in these rolls! My Pad Kang Long entrée was delicious. The tofu was silky, and the vegetables (cauliflower, squash, carrots, and string beans) were tender. The yellow curry sauce was amazing. My plan was to eat half and enjoy the rest for lunch the next day, but you know what they say about the best laid plans. I ate every last bite in what felt like seconds. So good. My dining companions enjoyed their Pad Thai and Boom Bai Tofu. Be cautious of the spice level you select. We were warned to not go overboard, as many spice enthusiasts have been sorry by going balls-to-the-wall with their spice level. Save your tongue and order a spice level lower than you think you should. Street parking is nearly impossible, but there is a parking garage right around the corner. Enjoy! read more

I cannot wait to come back for happy hour + dinner! My friend and I stopped here late Saturday night and had a great experience. Very big and clean inside with beautiful decor. Service was great and the food was outstanding. My friend ordered the tofu pad Thai, which had a generous portion and extremely flavorful. I ordered the chicken Tom yum soup and loved the lemongrass broth and veggies inside. It was a perfect dish on a chilly evening. I will be back and forth I'll be trying the pad see ew and a few apps next time! read more

Chatayee Thai - Tofu pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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The service is so friendly here. Returned to this restaurant for happy hour, and it has such great options, especially for vegetarians! They were out of one item that I ordered, but have so many food options. read more

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They accommodated us with a last minute reservation for 11 people. Lisa was our server. She was very friendly and knowledgeable. The restaurant was very colorful and beautifully decorated. The food was stunning and delicious. We are from out of state and found them on-line. Everyone was pleased with the meal. read more

We were treated royally despite a short staff situation! We were seated quickly but had to ask for our server. However, once they appeared everyone couldn't have been more gracious! We met the chef, who the restaurant is named for, and she treated us to an amazing new starter and then surprised us with a delicious dessert! This is a lovely place! Food was great and the staff from hosts, to servers, to chef were the best!! We had a fun & memorable evening! Highly recommend read more

This was one of the best Thai food I've had in my life, ever! We called ahead for a reservation and got an email later that day that we were confirmed! We were seated towards the back of the first floor, which was a little more private, and the wait staff still did a great job. There is also a second floor for larger groups (that I went to as well). Tod Mon Puk (5/5): The highlight of the night! The corn fritters were perfect and the flavor was both tangy and sweet. I reordered this the second time too and was blown away: Massaman and Roti (5/5): The rotis were so soft and flaky and the curry was flavorful as well. Tom Kha Tofu (5/5): the soup was creamy, light, and refreshing at the same time! Green curry (4/5): good, but nothing as special as the starters Will definitely be coming back when I'm in Philly next! read more

What a great first visit and happy hour! My husband and I stopped by for happy hour last Friday and had a great time. We will certainly be back. The only hiccup was when I ordered the happy hour Yards Pale Ale, and it came out very flat. But I brought it to the server's attention, and the server rectified the issue and his service was 10/10. We ordered the autumn rolls, Tod Mun Puk, Roti & Massaman curry, and Thung Tong and I honestly recommend all of them. The Thung Tong is so cute and unique though, I definitely recommend that one. The fritters (tod mun puk) were very flavorful and unique, and the massaman and crispy roti were spot on. These appetizers plus a couple rounds of beers filled us right up for dinner. My husband even texted me the next day telling me how good the food was and how he wants to go back .. he never does this. We will be back to try other items and I'll certainly update my review next time. Again, shout out to that server for exemplary service! read more

Chatayee Thai - Autumn rolls top $3 on HH Tod Mun Puk $5 HH (mid left) Thung Tong $6 HH (mid right ) Massaman Roti $5 HH( bottom) - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I went to Chatayee Thai tonight for Drag Happy Hour which occurs every Monday from 4-6. The queens over there did an amazing job in the heat and performing up and down the sidewalk to everyone there and even the passerby's! Drink specials for happy hours were awesome! Lots of $5 dollar beers, rail drinks, and wine! The happy hour food menu had so many delicious options with many being vegetarian or vegan. The tofu and egg rolls were well cooked, well seasoned and paired with the best sauces! The rice was out of this world! I would order again in a heartbeat! We got a spice level 2 out of 5 and it brought some subtle heat. I'll probably kick it up a notch next time! If you're in the area- this is the happy hour you need to be at! read more

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Chatayee Thai is located in a very good, centralized area in center city Philly. It's a pretty decent restaurant! A couple of friends and I came here for dinner on a certain night. We sat outside since we felt safer since COVID was around, but also weather was nice. There was also a live musician playing, so that was pretty cool! Food Lots of traditional Thai food that you would think of in a Thai restaurant, but definitely with a "chef" feel to it. The taste and seasoning were great, and the portion was a good size! The presentation of the food was definitely on point. I definitely would say it is slightly more expensive than most Thai restaurants, but not too outrageous. They also have a lot of specialty dishes as well, which I have yet to try (much more expensive). I recommend the Pad Thai or Pad Kee Maow (Drunken Noodles) if you want a solid dish and to be safe, haha. They do serve alcoholic drinks as well. Environment/Service Very dark, moody type of restaurant. They had tables lined up along the wall outside, which is where we sat. The service was about average, and could be better in terms of knowing the dishes and providing recommendations. Great place to bring a date! Rating: 7/10 Pros: Super tasty food Cons: A tad bit pricey read more

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We arrived on a Sunday night with no reservations. We were told no walk-ins so we ordered take-out (30-minutes). We ordered a starter and two entrees (see pics), both medium spicy. The curry came with a pint of white rice. The starter was good but probably better if ordered for dine in. It got a bit soggy by the time we got home. The pad Thai was good and it didn't taste like there was any spice. It was interesting to see a variety of veggies in the pad Thai. Not used to that. The curry was good and we appreciated all of the veggies listed on the menu were actually in the curry we got. That's not always the case! The spice level was more like hot than medium. The food was good but on the pricier side. read more

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The service was very good and so was the food, very nice place comfortable will go again! So did take a pic read more

Vegan pad Thai was delicious! Ambiance was very cute and the service was friendly and fast. Definitely recommend! They are open late.

We came for outdoor seating, but because there isn't any sort of tent, the heat lamps were a bit ineffective but they gave us 2! Our waiter was the only person working but he was super sweet and was fast with service, threw in an extra side of rice for us to share. We ordered: - Somtam (Papaya Salad): 4/5. We got this medium spice level but it was quite spicy!! I'd suggest Mild if you aren't good with spice. The salad was in a nice large bowl with some lettuce at the bottom; I took off 1 pt bc it was a bit pricey at $10. - Thung Tong (Crispy Pouches): 4/5. These were super unique! Extremely crispy exterior, and the sauce is sweet while the inside is like a pumpkin/potato curry. - Po Pai Koong (Spring Rolls): 4/5. These were good! Nothing too special, loved how crispy they were. - Kang Dang (Red Curry Chicken): 4/5. Loved the bamboo shoots in this, and the whole dish was nice and creamy/fresh. Excited to come try their Happy Hour sometime in the future once indoor dining is acceptable! read more

Chatayee Thai - Thung Tong, Po Pai Koog, Somtom - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Probably one of the best and most unique thai restaurants I have been to. From the decor/ambiance to the selection of food is totally game changer with playful flavors. I encourage those who love thai food who want to try a larger menu with variety of curry pairings. unique appetizers to check this place out. I loved the roti and the curry and I got the short ribs curry. It was so so good. I am so curious as to the other foods. I am excited to be back to review and try other things. Highly recommend!! read more

Chatayee Thai - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Disappointed. This place has been getting good reviews and I've dined in (pre COVID) once before and walked away with great service. Tonight was different. My girlfriend ordered take out for us through Caviar and we specifically ordered off their vegan menu. The ordering process was smooth and the turn around time was about an hour - no problem. We received our food (contact free) within the specified time limit and were excited to chow down. We started to plate our food and noticed that our Tom klong soup had shrimp in it!! We're both vegetarians and this was simply unacceptable. We lost our appetite and also our trust in the establishment. Calling them to report this did result in them promising to refund us the cost of the order but our dinner was ruined and we were left hungry. It's a shame as we did want to continue to support local businesses during the pandemic. I would advise to proceed with caution when ordering for vegan items. Attaching pictures of our receipt of all vegan items ordered and the shrimp containing soup that was delivered to us. read more

Chatayee Thai - All vegan items ordered - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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We have come many times and every meal is better than the last. Everything is fresh and service is so attentive! It's a family favorite and we love all the vegan options! read more

Chatayee Thai - Rice dessert - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Whenever I crave Thai food in Center City, Chatayee Thai instantly comes to mind! The portions are huge and perfect for sharing with friends so you can get a taste of multiple dishes. Also vegan/vegetarian friendly! I personally believe the quality of a Thai restaurant can be judged by their Pad Thai, and Chatayee did not disappoint at all. Their Pad Thai is soo flavorful, and combined with the essential lime squeeze, it is easily the best one I've had in Center City. A must-get as an appetizer is their massaman and roti. The roti was so hot, buttery, and flaky and the perfect medium for the super savory and delicious massaman that had lots of veggies and potatoes. Their special Boom Bai Kai curry and Kang Dang curry are both delicious and feature chicken with a bunch of vegetables. My personal favorite was the Kang Dang curry, which is a red curry with bamboo, string beans, carrots, bell peppers, and basil (an essential). Both are served with a fresh bowl of fluffy white rice. I have also tried their Pad See Ew, which I often avoid at Thai restaurants because it is usually always cooked super salty. I was pleasantly surprised at how good it was! The overall ambiance/vibes of the restaurant are really nice. The workers there are also super nice. I celebrated my birthday here, and they were really nice in letting me bring my cake and keeping it in the fridge for me. They also surprised me by bringing it out all lit up, so that was super sweet. Of note, I have noticed the service can be a little slow. However, this could be because I often go at dinnertime when the restaurant is a lot busier. read more

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My favorite Thai place in philly! I love their happy hour. I've gotten everything and it was all so good read more

Chatayee Thai - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Wanted vegan Thai food for my birthday. There is a separate vegan menu with many choices. Loved the food. My favorite was the tofu and veggie noodle dish and the mixed mushrooms. The curry was tasty but too spicy for me and that was the mild. My husband likes spice so all was eaten! Good service. We will definitely be back. read more

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This place was amazing. Truly some of the best Thai food that I've had, They were running low on staff but made the best of what they can. PJ Was our waiter and he was really doing such an amazing job and making sure everyone was pleased happy and getting his job done as efficient as he could. My friends and I got a lot of things on the menu and they were all really good. Be careful when you choose the spices the medium for me was not spicy at all but everyone likes spice. I got medium space for my Massaman & Roti and it wasn't spicy at all - not sure if it counts to say that because of course the creaminess from the coconut milk in the curry cuts the spice. For my noodles I got spicy and that was kind of hot, but definitely good heat I really liked it. The drinks were very strong, The midnight Manhattan is sort of like a martini so you can kind of get a second glass out of it because they leave the shaker with you, which is nice. They had outdoor seating and no wait when we got there. During this time everyone is figuring out what's best for their business and I think they're doing a great job I would definitely go there and try to food I definitely want to travel from Jersey to go back and have it again!!! read more

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Really great Thai in center city! We split the first curry that was like a red curry - we got medium and was spicier than we expected. Deff recco mild if you're not used to spice. We also got the pad see ew with beef which was my favorite. One of the best in the city! They have a full bar which is fun. Large space and great attentive service read more

The food was delicious, cocktails were fresh and tasty. Our original server left without mentioning she would be switching service to the bartender. The bartender was then our server but was extremely awkward. He mentioned several times that we ordered a lot of food, and gave us a hard time for ordering appetizers but not dessert. It made our first experience at the restaurant weird enough that we agreed we like the food enough to get takeout but won't be revisiting the sit down. The food was amazing. read more

This isn't my first time here and also won't be my last time. I really do like their consistency in food, and probably one of my favorite Thai spots in Philly. Never had a bad dish here. Service was just okay my most recent visit, but it was pretty busy that evening. I did enjoy my vegetarian pad Thai, but I did ask for extra spicy, and it still wasn't that spicy. Don't hold back on me y'all! All in all, still very good. They also do a great happy hour as well if you can make it. read more

Chatayee Thai - vegetarian pad thai w/ tofu - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The food was great. Lots of flavor and extremely fresh. The ambiance was not too. It wasn't too many people there but when it did get busy it's enough space so you don't feel crowded and it's not too loud. read more

I eat Thai all over the country on a regular based. This place had the best curry I've ever had. Penang curry was a dream!

Took just one visit at Chatayee for it to quickly become one of my favorite HH spots in the city! They have a relatively extensive variety of food and drink items on their HH menu, which is available until 5:30pm on the weekdays. The server was really attentive and friendly from the moment that I arrived, especially while I was waiting for my friend to find parking nearby (not an easy feat - would avoid attempts to find parking in that area of the city). Throughout the evening, the server was super professional, knowledgeable, and helpful. We ordered a variety of items on the menu, including the papaya salad, the massam and roti, the vegetable fried rice, the eggplant dish, and the spring rolls. I was immediately impressed by how much food was served; we were both stuffed to the max and still had enough to pack a plate for leftovers. We loved sharing the different dishes and enjoyed each of them. Will note that the fried rice and the papaya salad def had a spicy heat to it. In all fairness, while we were ordering, the server had checked in with us asking about our tolerance for spice levels, and we had naively both said we liked spicy not realizing quite the kick it would have. While the spice was manageable, I personally would probably ask to dial it down just a little next time. For drinks, we both ordered the specialty HH drink that day, which was a lychee drink with a vodka base. I really enjoyed it, even though it was a bit sweeter than I generally prefer. They have a large, dimly lit indoor space, giving it a slightly upscale feel. I definitely want to come again :) read more

Chatayee Thai - HH food - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

If you want to spend more time with your crush or your boy/girlfriend, this fits so well for you to spend your time to talk to each other instead of eating because it takes so long for the main foods. I have to wait for an 1 hour for a Pad Thai and a curry and the food is not hot either. Most of the dishes are sweet for my family. It's not authentic Thai food at all. 2 things that I like which are Muping and Tom Kha. read more

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Had an enjoyable meal here last night. Good price points & nice service. Disappointing with the lemongrass iced tea. Not flavourful at all. The entrance is a bit messy with outdoor heaters & umbrellas. The bar with tables looks odd. Defo recommend them for the food. read more

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We had the best experience here. The food is phenomenal, great ambiance and excellent service. I really appreciate the fact that they have a Vegan/Vegetarian menu that is not a knock-off of the regular menu, but instead unique, well prepared, and delicious alternatives. Even my meat eating husband decided to order off the Vegan menu, because it was so interesting with enticing entrees. We ordered Tom Yum soup, Chatayee Kang Kewan (Vegan Green curry), Kang Rawang Hed (Vegan Mushroom based entree), and Pad Kee Mao Kai (Rice Noodles with Chicken). There were 4 of us that shared the food and we all raved how tasty everything was. Seriously, this place was so good and I'm always looking for a good Thai place to frequent and I think I've found it. So, if you love Thai food and perhaps catching a show at the Kimmel, I would highly recommend Chatayee Thai. read more

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Pretty decent Thai with nice presentation. Service was super slow with only one waitress working a large area. Nothing amazed or disappointed read more

Come here after my daughter's White Coat Ceremony for celebration. The parking around the restaurant is a huge issue. We had reservation at 6 pm, but the parking zones around would not activate until 6:30. After circling sounds a few times, I decided to parking across the street and waited in the car while the rest of the party placed the ordered. All the dishes tasted great, though a little bit salty. The Boom Bai Kai has a signature curry blend that appeared to the most popular among us. The pork belly on Pad Cha was lightly fried, which enhanced the flavor and taste. read more

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Ahhhh!! My new favorite Thai restaurant in Philly! Was recommended this restaurant by a friend in July, and I have gone back at least once a month now! Their restaurant gives a chill ambience and you automatically feel relaxed. The Pad Thai is amazing and not sweet (I am not a fan of sweeter Pad Thais). The spice level is a little lower than I expected - I usually order medium but I definitely could've done spicy. Service is always amazing whenever I have come. I have brought family and friends to this restaurant and they equally like this place! Thanks! read more

Chatayee Thai - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The cucumber salad is a delight. There's nothing better on a hot summer day! Pad Thai is delicious too. I live right next door, so Chatayee is one of my local staples. Even if I had to travel; Chatayee's worth the trip to Center City! read more

Chatayee Thai - Crisp cucumber salad and autumn rolls - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

We stopped here prior to a show at the Kimmel Center. The space is huge and nicely designed. We sat at a window table. Enjoyed Massaman & Roti as an appetizer and shared vegan Pad See Ew. Presentation was lovely. Service was good. Price was very reasonable for portion size. Would go back. read more

Chatayee Thai - Pad See Ew (vegan) - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The environment and decor here is fantastic! The vegan food is very good, and the staff members are very friendly read more

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Ive been searching for a really good Thai place and think I just found my favorite Thai restaurant in Philadelphia. We got a couple of entrees and decided to do family style among the 4 of us. Kang Dang this is a red curry with chicken type dish. I've tried a lot of red curries, but this was absolutely delicious. The flavors were perfect, there was a lot of chicken for the ratio. Pad See Ew Shrimp- the noodles were cooked perfectly. Most places over cook their noodles, but this was near the al dente type. There was ample amount of shrimp, which was seasoned and cooked well. Boom bai Kai- this was our least favorite, it's their fusion of a Indian style dish. The flavors were really good, but it definitely felt more Indian than Thai. Panang sai krong on- I AM STILL DROOLING ABOUT THIS DISH. This was the fan favorite among our group and everyone wanted more. The braised beef was very tender and literally fell off the bone. The sauce had a peanut flavor with a touch of sweetness. Spice level that we picked was spicy, but if you do not like spicy food I would go to mild or medium. They also have a spice rack which they will give if you asks. It has 4 different options (sambal, chili powder, hot oil, and chilis in vinegar). Everyone was very friendly and helpful. We did get reservations beforehand, but we were able to get our table very quickly. This restaurant is so beautiful. The decor and the layout was clearly well thought of. There is ample amount of seating, with a upstairs seating as well as downstairs. read more

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Second night in the row of having Thai food, but we didn't mind, in fact we are so glad we stopped in! We went with the ususals - pad Thai, curry, and chicken satay. The pad Thai is on the slightly dryer side, but incredibly tasty. For the first time we tried panang curry with short ribs, OMG, delicious! The ribs were literally falling off the bone, well seasoned, and goes really well with panang curry flavor. read more

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We waited quite a bit before the waiter finally came over to take our order. But once he did everything went smoothly from there. He gave us great suggestions and food came out in a timely manner. The place was beautiful and great portion size. Food was delicious. read more

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Thai spot in Center City that my friends recommended for takeout. I was in a group of 3 and we came in on a weekend evening, but it felt relatively empty. Atmosphere: There was a lot of indoor dining and servers were all masked. One server sped-walked around the restaurant and was very abrupt in answering our questions. For example, he was not able to bring us drinks or give us our check, but gave us abrupt answers of "no, I can't do that," without asking for another server. I imagine they could be very understaffed here, but the behavior felt a bit rushed. Food: The tom yum soup lacked its typical basil leaves. The chicken satay was probably my favorite, but no other dishes were particularly outstanding. I could see this as a casual takeout option in the future if I'm craving Thai food, but I didn't find anything very special or a need to return anytime soon. Overall: 3/5 - Did not find the food to be worth the money or particularly flavorful and did find the atmosphere to be quite rushed, so we likely won't be back to dine in, unfortunately. read more

Chatayee Thai - Chicken Satay - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Salmon and shrimp cakes were delicious. Perfect blend of flavor! The Tom Yum soup was pretty good, flavorful and really hit the spot. For an entree I had the scallop and shrimp dish, the scallops were perfect, shrimp was little over cooked. Husband had the braised short rib red curry, he said it was 8 out of 10. The cabbage was little under cooked and too big. It was a bit over priced for the service we received. P read more

Chatayee Thai - Braised short rib and scallops and shrimp dinners - Thai Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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