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Chinese Thai Cuisine

4.6 (114 reviews)
ModerateChinese, Thai
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Toddler loves the pad Thai
Tatiana H.

DO NOT MISS THIS HIDDEN GEM! If you are driving through Payson on the Bee Line Highway, do yourself a favor and stop at Chinese Thai Cuisine. This place is worth going out of your way for. I came to payson to visit my 75 year old father who suggested to eat at this small establishment. I live in San Diego and eat out frequently in Los Angeles, and I can confidently say this was one of the best and most authentic Thai food experiences I've ever had. The quality, flavors, and execution were exceptional. The pad Thai was phenomenal not the typical overly sour or watered-down version you find at most places, but the authentic, slightly sweeter regional Thai style. The balance of flavors was perfect and incredibly addictive. My 4 year old son almost finished the full size adult plate. The spring rolls were amazing plump, crispy, and reminded me of perfectly fried lumpia filled with meat and glass noodles. They were fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The batter on the orange chicken was easily some of the best I've ever had. The batter was unbelievably light and delicately airy, yet delivered the crispiest crunch with every bite. It wasn't greasy or heavy just perfectly fried. The tom kha soup had incredible depth and complexity. It was creamy and aromatic without being overly heavy on the coconut milk, allowing the authentic Thai flavors and lemongrass to really shine through. The kung pao was also outstanding. The vegetable selection was fresh and thoughtfully prepared, and the spice level built in a way that kept you wanting more. Paired with the Thai iced tea which was sweet and rich, created the perfect balance. The sweetness of the tea mellowed the spice just enough, but the flavors were so addicting you couldn't stop eating. What truly makes Chinese Thai Cuisine special is Mama -- the owner and chef herself -- personally cooking and overseeing the food. That level of care, pride, and authenticity is rare and speaks volumes. You can taste the difference when the owner is in the kitchen making sure every dish is perfect. This is hands down some of the best Thai food and Chinese Thai fusion food you will find in Arizona. Authentic, flavorful, and unforgettable. If you are in Payson, traveling through Northern Arizona, or driving the Bee Line Highway, this restaurant is an absolute must-visit. Yes unfortunately we began to eat and some plates were finished. I didn't come in with intentions on writing a review but wanted to take the time to let everyone know why this place is a must! I will be thinking about this meal for a long time.

Honey chicken mmmmm
L P.

Never dissapoints! The sweet owner always comes out to bring your food to make sure you like it. Honey chicken is my go too. Always delicious!

Orange Chicken and General Tsos Chicken

The best of both worlds Chinese and Thai everything is made fresh and comes out hot. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Authentic dishes and a friendly staff and they're open till 9 PM in the heart of Payson.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Come check it out.

Drunken noodles
Jazmarie M.

I want to say EVERYONE needs to come here to eat Nela is the owner she told us how she had to come here from Thailand after someone in her family passed she came and helped so when you say it's authentic it is seriously some of the best Thai food I have had in Arizona. We ordered family style got the beef fried rice, green curry, egg drop soup, Lo mein, King pao, drunken noodles, mango and sticky rice, and a Thai iced tea. She said she gets a little lonely and it doesn't get super busy because of the location it's a classic hole in the wall the vibes in there are too cute! Please visit nela and order literally anything you'll love it and she will literally make you feel like you're family! It should be packed with a waitlist. When we first stepped in she said welcome home and we had never been there

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One word - Fantabulous!! Best Chinese I ever had and that's a mouthful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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very authentic Chinese Thai food my husband very loved the green curry, I like glass noodles so much

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Amazing food, some of the best Thai food I've had. This place was a terrific find for us on vacation.

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Our favorite Thai restaurant in AZ. Great food and service. The Tom Yum is the best we've had.

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Stopped here on our trip to Christopher Creek. Amazing food and the owner was super nice and friendly. Would definitely recommend.

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Golden Dragon

Golden Dragon

3.1
(84 reviews)
51.0 mi
$$

We went there 30 minutes before close on a Thursday night. We were actually not expecting the food…read moreto be that good being it was about to close and buffets usually have food sitting and getting old. Surprisingly the food was really good, had lots of flavor and I can't comment on freshness because it's our fault showing up with 30 min till close. The staff was great they even made me some almond chicken fresh and she brought me a Togo box with rice and told me to fill it if I'd like. Wow what great customer service and so kind to actually put in the extra effort and so that right with 5-7 min till closing at this point. She even offered to make me anything else I'd like but we were stuffed at this point and had to go food to boot! Will definitely be back and can't wait to try it when it's actually during a busy time when goods getting swapped out more. Don't get me wrong it was great and there were a lot of people given the time but excited to go back now. And their egg rolls were soooo good like the old ones we used to get. Anyways I'd give them a try

You gotta clean the poop-shoot on the shrimps. We having to peel them is bad enough but then eating…read moretheir shit, no thanks. What else is not cleaned? Service was good.

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Lakota and Sam of Caveman Canine (petcare) fully approves of the the Dragon's golden chicken. AMAZING.
Lakota and Sam of Caveman Canine (petcare) fully approves of the the Dragon's golden chicken. AMAZING.
From the Chow Mein to the baked salmon to the orange chicken all good
From the Chow Mein to the baked salmon to the orange chicken all good
Lakota and Sam of Caveman Canine (petcare) fully approves of the the Dragon's golden chicken. AMAZING.

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Lakota and Sam of Caveman Canine (petcare) fully approves of the the Dragon's golden chicken. AMAZING.
Jade Palace

Jade Palace

3.8
(501 reviews)
50.0 mi
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We have been going to Jade Palace for years, and it never disappoints, but this was truly the best…read moremeal we have ever had here! The ribs were crispy and absolutely delicious, the egg rolls were perfectly crisp and flavorful, the pepper steak was tender and packed with flavor, and the chicken lo mein was cooked to perfection. Every dish was outstanding. Hugh is a fantastic manager who runs a wonderful restaurant with such great energy and hospitality. Ember also took amazing care of us at the bar and made the experience even better. Always delicious, always welcoming, and consistently a great experience. Highly recommend!

My parents and I ordered from Jade Palace on New Years Eve and it was fantastic! It's one of my…read moreparents go-to spot for Chinese food near them in Scottsdale, and I can see why. On NYE an order for pick up took about an hour, so something to keep in mind -- they were super busy! Jade Palace has a great selection of chicken, beef, and seafood, so we ordered a little bit of everything and shared family style. Some of my favorites were the jumbo shrimp, general tso's, and the the spicy eggplant. All the mains come with white rice, and most came with vegetables too. Everything was so delicious, even my picky two year old was a fan! The servings are large and we were able to eat it for lunch the next day too. I would love to visit in person when I'm back in Arizona!

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Seating in the bar area.  Not too noisy.
Seating in the bar area. Not too noisy.
Mochi Cake with Vanilla Ice cream
Mochi Cake with Vanilla Ice cream
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Mandarin Beauty Restaurant

Mandarin Beauty Restaurant

3.4
(61 reviews)
81.9 mi
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I considered stopping for the night, in Holbrook, but I wasn't as tired as I thought I was, so I…read moreplanned to have dinner, instead. I had previously looked up hotels and saw that Mandarin Beauty was recommended by someone. I love Asian food, so I decided to give it a try. Pulling up, I wasn't sure it was the right place. For some reason, the front reminded me of a Mexican place. Walking in, there was an adorable older woman seated at a table. I asked for a table for one and she just smiled. A pretty younger lady came out of the kitchen and indicated I could sit wherever. I was the only customer in the restaurant, late afternoon, on a Sunday. The menu was larger than I had anticipated. Many of the dishes were likely popular with American tastes. I didn't want anything too heavy, so I opted for a chicken rice noodle dish and some hot tea. I went to the restroom to wash my hands. The bathroom, like the rest of the restaurant, needs some help. It was clean, but a refresh would go far. Near the bathrooms and kitchen, there is a buffet station. It was larger than I expected. (Buffet is not available at dinner.) When I got back to my table, the tea and food were waiting for me. The portion size was bigger than I expected. The rice noodles were cooked just right, not overcooked. There were far more vegetables than I expected, which was a welcomed surprise. The chicken was tender, flavorful, and plentiful. I enjoyed every bite. I went to the pay and the total was a little less than $20. I only had two 20s, so I gave the pretty lady a $20 and asked for change, wanting to pay the bill with my other 20. She gave me the difference from the price of the bill and the 20. I giggled and gave her the other 20 and asked for change. Then, she realized what I was asking. Unfortunately, it seems that business had been slow, because I got a $5 and a bunch of dollar bills. I left the change from the bill and a nice tip. As I was leaving a truck pulled up. I hope they got some more customers that evening. I plan on returning on my next trip through!

We got take out while stopping in town for the night. It took a while to get the food but the staff…read morewere friendly and it came out fresh and hot. It was worth the wait. Our only issue was that my wife ordered the Mongolian beef, which is her got to everywhere. It was so spicy hot none of us could eat it. Looking at pics by others who reviewed this place I think we may have gotten the wrong item. Between the rest of us there was still plenty of food to go around so we were all full and happy in the end.

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Mongolian beef and steemed rice.
Mongolian beef and steemed rice.
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