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    Daughter Thai Kitchen

    4.2 (1.8k reviews)
    ModerateThai, Cocktail Bars
    Closed 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Eric Joseph D.

    I haven't been to daughter Thai kitchen in a while and it was even better than what I remembered. I caught up with two of my really good friends and it was such a great ambiance to celebrate a belated birthday. We ordered the crab fried rice, pad see you (this is how they spell it), pad kra pow, samosas, and the neua num tuk rolls and it was all really good. I like that the dishes aren't too spicy and the dishes have lots of protein. They also have a huge drum celebration for birthdays and am grateful to have celebrated a birthday here. Thank you again Daughter Thai!

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    Karen S.

    Beautifully curated ambience and menu Been here multiple times and each time has been good service and yummy food! The samosa, curries, fried rice, and noodles have been sooo good. Flavors are super authentic and even my south East Asian mom loves it here. She's extremely picky about Thai/SEA food. Good drinks and apps. Good for dates, girl's night, lunch, etc A bit pricey, but considering the location, makes sense. Check it out for yourselves!

    Papaya Salad (to-go) $19.50 | Apr '26
    MyMy T.

    Last night, I landed at Daughter's Thai Kitchen, tucked into table #D5 -- a corner seat, perfect for anyone who likes a little privacy and zero unsolicited people-watching. Ambience: Clean, bright, and cheerful -- the faux flowers on ceilings and walls give serious "Thai garden meets craft store" vibes. Refreshing and Instagram-ready, if you're into that sort of thing. Service: Polite and functional. Think reliable coworker who doesn't steal your lunch but also won't start a conga line for you. Good, just not "stand‑up‑applause" good. The Meal: My go-to lineup: Tod Mun (Thai Fish Cakes), a fresh coconut (sugar detox... until it wasn't), Pad Kee Mow (requested not spicy), and a papaya salad to go. Halfway through the Pad Kee Mow, I was sweating like I'd accidentally signed up for a Bikram class -- and I definitely hadn't. Desperate for relief, I caved for a Thai iced tea. So much for avoiding sugary drinks. Food Notes (Keeping It Real): * The papaya salad came with regular green salad instead of crisp cabbage on the side -- by the time I got home, it looked more like "Warm Thai Garden Leftovers." * The peanuts were crushed and soggy, swimming in sauce like tiny, sad floaters. * Fish cakes? Not homemade -- missing that light bounce and fresh-fish punch I adore. For comparison, Basil Thai Express in Dublin keeps their peanuts whole in a zip-lock bag, secures take-out like forensic evidence, and costs less than here. Not that Daughter's is awful -- just that "meh" doesn't quite justify the price.

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    Carl M.

    I recently ordered the Tsunami Lobster at Thai Daughter, and unfortunately it was one of the worst lobster experiences I've ever had. The lobster was extremely dry and tough--completely overcooked to the point where the meat turned stringy and unpleasant. I've had lobster many times, and this texture was completely off. It honestly made me question whether something had gone wrong in the cooking process. What stood out the most was how strange the meat felt throughout. Even the claw meat, which is usually tender and juicy, had a spongy, almost artificial texture that didn't feel like real lobster at all. It was so off-putting that I couldn't bring myself to eat most of it because I wasn't even sure if it was safe. The only somewhat edible part was the tail, and even that was just okay--maybe a 6/10 at best. I understand that lobster is delicate and easy to overcook, but this felt like a major miss. If these are live lobsters as advertised, I'm genuinely confused how the texture ended up this way. Whether it was severely overcooked or something else went wrong, the result was disappointing enough that I couldn't finish the dish. For a dish that should be a highlight, this was a letdown.

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    Julie H.

    Came here for some Thai food and ended up loving it so much I came back again the next day with my family (and my dog since the outdoor seating is pet-friendly)! We sat outside and the weather was absolutely beautiful--just a heads up though, the pavement is a bit slanted so the tables and chairs are slightly angled downward. Not a dealbreaker, but something to be aware of. Now for the food--the standout for me was the papaya salad with fermented crab. SO good and easily my favorite dish. The tom kha and pad Thai were also delicious, super flavorful, and really hit the spot. The Thai tea was refreshing and paired perfectly with everything. Only downside is that the portions are on the smaller side, especially for the price. But honestly, the flavors made up for it. Overall, really tasty Thai food and a great outdoor dining experience--I'll definitely be back again! The servers here are also very friendly and checks up on us often.

    Daniel L.

    I'm back once again at Daughter Thai Kitchen and it was spectacular! Our server, Joy did a fantastic job serving us by being bilingual knowing Chinese, Thai & English. The food and drinks were well presented, filling and big portion sizes. Definitely coming back next time!

    Jenny H.

    We had our dog so sat outside and my only complaint is our glass of waters kept sliding lol so we switched to a more even area - which is just because of the slope the restaurant is located so not necessarily the restaurant fault. My favorite was the papaya salad and spicy eggplant. I believe I got the thai lady cocktail. Pretty good and strong I think. The curry was ok. The noodle we got came with tofu and I liked the tofu. My favorite definitely was the eggplant and the sticky rice tasted good with the sauce. I will definitely come back to try more on their menu. The staff are nice.

    Fried Crispy Branzino. A bit spicy so ask to adjust down if you don't want too much heat.
    Ken L.

    This place is legit because they didn't ask for spice level lol. Joking aside, the food is excellent with plenty of selection to choose from. Service was promoted and the food came out fairly quickly despite being full. Noise level is acceptable and the tables aren't packed together. Will definitely go back to try other dishes when we're around.

    Egg Roll
    Reeven S.

    The ambiance at Parada is very warmth and spring welcoming. Bright and colorful atmosphere paired with their excellent customer service. This is a great venue for casual lunch and dinners, perfect for small celebratory meals. We ordered Pad Thai, Egg Rolls, Roti and Chicken Curry. The pad thai's flavor was as colorful as its presentation. The roti and chicken curry paired well - wish they gave more roti! The prices here are a bit on the higher end, but I think it's a pretty decent restaurant for occasional visits.

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    Sommaly L.

    Amazing amazing food!!! They took Thai food to the next level and I loved how each dish looked at tasted. They even make papaya salad Lao style! Def going back. Staff was nice, fast service. Bit tight inside but it does have seating.

    Pad Kee mow (drunken man noodles)
    Shalini K.

    This is one of the best Thai food we have add in the Bay Area. The service was exceptional, we had a birthday and they made sure it was special. The ambiance is the entry was picture perfect

    Thai Fried Rice with Crispy Pork Belly
    Sophia H.

    Aesthetic restaurant that's decorated beautifully inside and out. There's a small parking lot right next to it. My friends and I came on a Saturday evening at around 8pm. We didn't have a reservation beforehand and luckily, we waited only a couple minutes until we got seated. We ordered four dishes to share. In hindsight, we could've gone with just three dishes; the portion sizes were bigger than we expected. We ordered: - Pad Thai "Chai Ya" with Chicken 5/5: Yummy. Good flavor. No complaints. - Pad See You with Pork 5/5: Delicious. I liked the thick noodles, and texture was perfect. - Thai Fried Rice with Crispy Pork Belly 3/5: The fried rice was good but the pork belly was hard to chew. - Roti Mataba 5/5: This was different. I think this was my first time having stuffed roti. It was kind of like a samosa. Loved the sauce. The salad on the side was also very good. Overall, we had a great dinner and I would definitely come back here.

    Thai Caliente (cocktail I ordered) delicious, just not that strong
    Jessica M.

    As soon as you walk up, the first thing you notice is the aesthetics. The restaurant is so beautifully decorated, even on the outside. It even has a backdrop so you can take pictures before you come in! This restaurant is a Thai/lao fusion which I love! Tons of things to choose from on the menu. For my cocktail, I ordered the Thai Caliente drink. It was good. Not as strong as I would have liked but the flavor is there. I wasn't super hungry so I ordered the Yum Neua (Wagyu steak salad) with sticky rice on the side. It was really good and refreshing and it's served with cucumbers and cilantro and green onions. They toss it in a spicy lime dressing and serve it with mixed veggies. Super light and flavorful. Service was good. Only issue I had is that the music was really loud. It was hard for us to have conversations across the table since we had to keep talking really loudly over the music. It was my first time there but someone with our party said that was an issue the last time they came. Other than that, food was really good, service was great. Restaurant is cute and I'd come back to try other things on the menu. Parking was a bit of an issue. We came for dinner and I had to drive around a few times, so just keep that in mind when coming to dine. Didn't get a picture of my food/drink but here's a picture of the entrance way and backdrop I mentioned.

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    Fantastically flavorful Thai food. Worth every penny. The beef rolls with cucumber and cilantro dip were ace.

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    Ask the Community - Daughter Thai Kitchen

    What is parking like?

    Not bad there's a small parking lot related to the bank. You can park in there or just drive around the block. Lots of in and out movement with parking spaces so be patient. There is also a metered parking lot. That's always got space on mountain.… 

    How come the phone doesn't ring? I'm try to make a dinner reservation for my bday this Saturday

    The number is 510-823-2354. On some phone systems like Verizon, if they're on the phone, it won't give you a busy signal. I just called and got a recording saying they were busy on another call. Just try later, you should get through.

    Are there lunch specials?

    Not now. Post covid

    Do they still have the Wednesday special?

    Is it possible to ask for dishes without peanuts? My grandson is allergic to peanuts.

    Call them and ask to speak to their manager, they are so very nice, they will answer your question gladly.

    Are they still doing their typical birthday singing celebrations during COVID?

    Unfortunately not. They bring a dessert and candle and there's a QR code to watch the birthday video on your phone

    Does the restaurant follow and comply with County and Federal Guidelines for Covid-19? How strict do you follow guidelines?

    Thank you for your expressed concern. We follow CDC guidelines and Alameda County Department of Environmental Health guidelines. We passed Alameda County health inspection on… 

    Do they have truly vegetarian options or do their vegetarian dishes have fish/oyster sauces?

    Vegetarian dishes do not have animal products.

    Do you offer gluten free options?

    Yes!

    Do they use MSG in their dishes? Thanks.

    If they do, I can't tell. But I doubt it.

    Do you have organic food, or at least no antibiotic meat?

    Both.

    Do you take private dinner party for 40 people on May 11?

    Which items are gluten free?

    There's a few specific dishes that are gluten free, the waiters know. I have to order vegan gluten free and I get vegetable yellow curry or red curry, the fresh rolls, and for dessert- Thai Vacation. Can't pass on that!

    Which dishes can be made truly vegetarian? Vegetarians do not typically eat fish/oyster sauce.

    All curries are vegan based except pumpkin curry. Tofu noodles soup and Thai street food dishes can be made w/o fish or oyster sauce.

    Do you serve a mango with sticky rice desert?

    We do not currently have mango sticky rice. THis is a seasonal item. Thank you for your interest!

    Do you offer Japanese sake for me A nice jun Mai?

    No

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    Tallboy - Deli dog

    Tallboy

    4.4(186 reviews)
    2.9 miTemescal, North Oakland
    $$

    So been living in Oakland for going on 15 years now. I'm not what you would call a "bar" person. I…read moretend to enjoy my cocktails, wine, and beer in the cozy confines of my own home. That said I'm occasionally inspired to go check out the local watering holes for a good pour, some food if possible, and just to be in the presence of the human pulsation. Walking into Tallboy on a Thursday afternoon was a bit like Nirvana for me. There is a comforting vibe of neighborhood and after work people shedding responsibility and "toe the lineness" and transitioning to pondering true meaning and the other side of the elliptical bend over nicely crafted cocktails and HOTDOGS! I am a hotdog fiend, and Tallboy has a very creative range on the menu that does not disappoint. From a basic onions/mustard, an Elote Dog, an a Coney Islandesque (it has chili) version. Some folk go to bar and line up shots (or craft cocktails). At Tallboy you can do that AND line up their hotdogs which I intend on doing in the very near future. The pleasantries don't stop at the food (there are other delicious snack items on their menu to choose from too). Tallboy has a fully stocked bar, and the menu has a list of really unique and delicious signature craft cocktails. I'm not a Mezcal drinker, but I ended up dubiously ordering their Guava Martini which to my smokey surprise is made with Mezcal. I stayed with the smokey fruitiness of this Guava Martini as it was my mistake that I did not read in the description it is made with Mezcal, and ended up chasing it with their Tamarindo Cocktail which also has Mezcal. To those who really enjoy Mezcal the Tallboy Guava Martini and the Tamarindo Cocktail do not disappoint. Both have that deep Smokey Mezcal essence, but cut with the fruit sweetness. I personally think the Tamarindo balances well with the Mezcal. The Guava Martini the Mezcal comes through stronger, but both are just the tonic to release any existential pinging going on in your head. If you really want to kick in the hyperdrive pair either of these with an Elote Dog. I had their Deli Dog which sufficed. I think the Deli Dog would pair better with their standard Martini, but hey let's us not bring that snobbiness into Tallboy. Tallboy has an element of cloak and dagger or secret treehouse club about it. What I mean here is there is no signage on the outside (please keep it that way!). When you walk past all you see is this quaint beigeish/yellow brick façade of an establishment which begs you to press your face to the glass and scan what in the blazes is going on in here! Before you know it you are caught in the Tallboy tractor beam, and you find yourself sitting at the bar with some kind of craft drank and hotdog pondering the space and the very nice old fashioned wainscoting painted a shade of green circa 1930 (my description of winning in life). The cadre of bartenders are all really pleasant folk, very attentive (checking in with you to see if you need another round, hotdog, or snack), have tight shaker skills, and they know their craft and the menu. Tallboy also has SLUSHIES, and I did not do a deep dive on them, but I'm positive they may/do put spirits in them; or not. Also I noticed other patrons with a beautiful enticing thing that looked like an ice cream sundae milkshake hybrid (it had what looked like whipped cream on top) in on old timey soda fountain ice cream goblet. This could be a craft cocktail they make with the slushie, but major props for serving it in that goblet. I will investigate on my next visit which I intend to be very soon. Tallboy is the kind of bar establishment I could easily adopt as my after work living room for a couple of hours everyday.

    Had an amazing experience at Tallboy!…read more Sat at the bar on a sunny weekend and immediately loved the vibes. Bartenders were friendly and seemed to know a lot of the regulars. Can't quite describe it but it didn't feel like an SF bar, felt more open and like a community watering whole. On to the food and drinks. I'm vegetarian so was so excited to try the dogs - which are vegan. And I may be biased but you cannot tell that you're missing out on anything with all the flavor packed combos. The bun was fluffy and soft and you have multiple fun themed options to choose from. My partner and I ended up getting the deli dog and truffle meltdown. Deli was perfect - classic mix of spice and crunch with the spicy brown mustard and giardiniera peppers. And the truffle meltdown was so savory and decadent - totally different flavor profiles from each dog! We were only going to grab one drink but the menu was so inventive we ended up getting two. I ordered the banana hammock (which comes with a fire show) and espresso martini slushee which was is up there with the frozen Irish coffees I've had in New Orleans. Man writing this has my mouth watering... definitely coming back for more dogs, drinks, and vibes!

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