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    Degthai

    4.7 (826 reviews)
    ModerateThai, Noodles, Seafood
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    DEGTHAI ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Loud
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Jay B.

    The locals (aka my brother and his roommates) brought me to this Thai place when I said I wanted something good. This place did not disappoint! The food came out quick, hot and plentiful. My pad Thai had some big shrimp which was a nice change from the tiny ones most restaurants serve these days. The noodles had nice flavor and were very filling. I had enough leftovers for a whole other meal! I would definitely come back to get a pad Thai fix.

    Where the magic happens.
    George D.

    A few times a year I find a place that deserves more than 5 stars Degthai is one of those spots. Parking lot was small but I got lucky. You enter and immediately go right. They have a pile of menus and you have all the time You want to review and decide. And, it's a nice simple menu. Not an overwhelming amount of choices. I like that. You then proceed to the counter to order. I got mine to go but same process for eat in. After you order, they give you a stand with a number card that you place on your table. The order came out pretty quickly even though the place was jammin'. I got spring rolls, dumplings and the OG Pad Thai and had them add chicken. The spring rolls were 4/5. The dumplings were 8/5. The pad Thai was 10/5. ;-) The pad Thai was loaded with 5 jumbo shrimp and quite a bit of chicken. I ordered it hot but would go next level of if I ever get back. They served with a small packet of pepper powder. Not sure what it was. The bean sprouts are served on the side with 2 limes. And honestly, there was no room in the pad Thai container to add them because it was such a generous portion! Highly highly recommend!!

    Interior
    Gin K.

    Very good spot. Cute building, a few gluten-free options (pad Thao, two curries), friendly service, fun decor, plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Parking is limited but we went early, no problem. We both ordered the Pad Thai and liked it, but found it a bit limited compared with other Thai spots we're used to that include more variety. It was a bit one note - just dense noodles that solidify into a block and a bit of veg, not enough other things mixed it like spring onions or whatnot. Good but could be great with minor tweaks.

    TIEW GANG VEGAN
    Joi B.

    Go ahead and believe the hype. Degthai is that good. Besides its almost perfect rating on Yelp, it has won the top spot in Yelp's Top 100 Places to Eat. The service is friendly (order at the counter and they will swiftly bring it to the table and ask if you need anything else). The vibe is hip Bangkok club house (if there is such a thing). The food is exceptional and damn if the portions aren't big enough for 2 or 3 meals, depending on your hunger level, surely a rarity anywhere the food is actually good these days. Normally when I see only one vegan option, I'm a little bummed out, even if sometimes decision fatigue can be a thing at places with multiple options. But when you do one vegan (entree) option and that vegan option is extraordinary... who the eff cares? The Tiew Gang Vegan is an enormous bowl of creamy, slightly spicy (not spicy enough for me, but they have an array of chili options on the table, including my fave, hot chili flakes in oil) coconutty goodness. It's packed with tofu, mushrooms, broccoli, bok choy and cauliflower, topped with green onions. Utterly heavenly. We also ordered the crispy tofu, also incredible. A large app, plenty to share and irresistable with its cucumber salad, sweet and sour sauce and chopped peanuts. I left Degthai obsessed. That's right. I can't get it out of my head. I may even be losing sleep over it. I can't stalk it because I live several states away. But I'm plotting a return...

    THAI ICE GREEN TEA
    Rebecca Y.

    5 stars every time from me. I love DegThai. Their location is so cute and the patio area has a really nice vibe with the lights. Their menu is limited, but they know how to execute everything with so much flavor and the perfect amount of spice. Their Pad Thai is the best I've had in Nashville so far and the Red Curry is my favorite. Tried their Green Thai tea which not many places have and it's so great!! Will always pay DegThai a visit when I'm craving some Thai food.

    Chicken Red Curry
    Stefanie C.

    Degthai has been on my radar since I moved to Tennessee, and it definitely did not disappoint. It's a casual, street-style Thai spot where you order at the counter, grab a seat, and they bring the food out to you. There's plenty of space to sit and free parking, which is always a plus. The menu is small but solid, making it easy to choose. We did family style and tried a few things: the classic chicken pad thai (my favorite as a pad thai lover- so good), the red curry over white rice which was perfection, and fried rice that goes with everything. We also ordered Jay's Special since it was something new to us, and wow. Spicy, sweet, and savory stir-fry chicken over cucumber salad with rice... so good. They are also very accommodating with vegetarian and gluten free options, that way almost everyone can enjoy their dishes without sacrificing flavor and quality. Kudos to their staff, so friendly, so kind! Everything was a hit. Definitely recommend.!

    Thai milk tea
    Erik S.

    Yelp's Top 100 places to Eat in the US winner? You better believe it! I am so glad I got to try out Degthai while visiting Nashville in the company of their lovely community manager, Bailey. This was the very first place we went after my plane touched down, and it was the perfect spot. The menu is unique and interesting without their being an overbearing amount of choices. From what I tasted, there probably isn't a bad item. We got some dumplings in spicy oil to share, because if you threaten me with dumplings, you can rest assured I will rise to the occasion. They were awesome. Dough was just the right texture, meaty filling full of interesting flavor and hearty, spicy oil leaves a little burn for later. To be honest, I'm no longer sure of the name of the dish i got for lunch... the flavors live rent free in my head forever though. Spicy, a little sour (in a good way), aromatic, and the meats were all tender. This place reminds me of a spot I have at home, that anytime I want to scratch an itch for this particular cuisine, I'm likely going there because it can't miss. If I lived in Nashville, I would be certain to be here a lot. Thanks Degthai!

    Tarek H.

    Degthai is not food, it's an event, a problem, and a personal attack on my health goals. This place has never fumbled. Not once. No mid dishes. No "it was good but ". Just nonstop excellence and reckless portions like they're trying to see how far they can push the human body. The service? Michelin star energy with "we know exactly what you want before you do" confidence. The food? Absolutely unhinged. The curries? Life altering. The Pad Thai? Illegal in several countries. The rolls and dumplings? I've accepted they now live rent free in my bloodstream. I blame Degthai entirely for my cholesterol, my BMI, and my inability to eat like a normal adult. Every time I eat here I start considering learning their language, changing my personality, and rethinking my entire cultural allegiance. That's how powerful this food is. People say "Nashville has great food," which is usually a bold lie told by people who haven't traveled. But Degthai? Degthai makes that lie sound believable. Briefly. I will keep coming back. I will keep pretending I'm "just grabbing something light." And Degthai will keep ruining my life in the best possible way.

    CRISPY SPRING ROLLS
    Ferdinand C.

    The atmosphere is lively. The staff is responsive and friendly. The guest is here for one thing and that is some good Thai food. This is my second time visiting and I promise you that it makes me want to visit this place even more. Too bad I don't live in Nashville. I took my little brother here and he used to live in Thailand. His response to me was that this place tastes just like the food you would get in Thailand. So we both give it a stamp of approval.

    Dumplings and spring rolls
    Missy S.

    I recently tried Degthai and while it seems to be a Nashville fan favorite, my experience was just okay. I ordered Jay's special rice, dumplings, and spring rolls. The dumplings were definitely the highlight--flavorful and satisfying. The portion sizes were generous, so you do get a lot of food for the price, which is a plus. However, the rice was pretty mediocre and didn't stand out, and the spring rolls were unfortunately overcooked. Overall, it's not a bad spot, but it didn't quite live up to the hype for me.

    Menu
    Dianna S.

    Stopped by Thursday for dinner. Pretty tasty food...._a tad salty for me but seasoned well. I had the OG shrimp Pad Thai. Thin noodles soaked up all the flavorful sauce and the large shrimp made the dish. All the ingredients created a balance of flavor. The street dumplings were filled with pork and some vegetables. The tasted pretty good. The spring rolls were hot and crispy. My friends enjoyed the food they had ordered. I tried the soup and it had a distinct lemongrass taste. The lemon really made the soup delish. The place was clean and has many tables and chairs for patrons. It was consistently busy as we dined in whether people were ordering take out or enjoying a meal inside. The service was on point. Our food came out very quickly after we ordered and the servers were constantly cleaning up and attending to us. I would come back to try other entrees and sides on the menu. We had a great time.

    JUST A FRIED RICE and CLASSIC PAD THAI
    Ashley L.

    I will always crave Degthai! This is one of my favorite restaurants in the city, and there's a reason it's one of Nashvilles top restaurants year after year. The spice level is no joke if you're sensitive to spice (I am..lol), so I always order a level down from what I think I'd want, and if I want it more spicy then I add the spice from the table. I love having all the spices and things at the table to try and mix in myself. A great quick bite or even date night on the patio when the weather is nice.

    TIEW GANG VEGAN with Chicken
    Danae M.

    I was missing the Asian cuisine in California, so I decided to try DegThai based on recommendations from a few friends in the area. Let me tell you--I wasn't disappointed! First things first, DegThai at lunch time on Veterans Day was HOPPING! Parking was full and I had to park in their overflow lot in the back. It's the gravel lot behind the paved lot. Signage was helpful! Secondly, the food came out SO fast! I ordered the crispy spring rolls, which were super yummy. The black pepper chicken stood out, and the sweet dipping sauce complemented the crispy spring rolls nicely. Between placing my order and having my food arrive, only about 8 minutes passed. I ordered the Tian Gang Vegan but I subbed the tofu for chicken. It was delicious! Just enough spice to make me sniffle but steaming hot with coconut curry broth and ramen noodles. The bok choy and the mushrooms complemented the flavors and textures well. My entire meal was $27, and I had a whole portion that I took to go. I felt like that was a great deal for Asian food in the area that is as scrumptious as DegThai. I definitely recommend you check DegThai out! I will be back.

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    Excellent food and experience. Quick and delicious and enough to last at least one more meal. We will return!

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    Best Thai in Nashville! Love this place. Food is all delicious and service is good. Plenty of seating.

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    Ask the Community - Degthai

    Do they serve alcohol?

    No alcohol options

    Do u have veg options - no fish sauce or shrimp paste?

    Thanks for asking! Yes we do have one dish that is vegan, Tiew Gang Vegan. It’s a light creamy and slightly spicy noodles soup made with a blend of red and yellow curry… 

    Does your food have MSG in it?

    In some of our soy sauce contain a little amount of MSG but we didn’t add more in to our dishes. Please let us know if you have allergies restrictions.

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    Best Thai food in Nashville!!…read more I love Degthai and have eaten here numerous times, both in person and for takeout. The portions are gigantic and the food is delicious. Service is always friendly and quick. I used to think the mild Pad Kra Pao was pretty spicy, but I think they have decreased the spice levels because now it is extremely manageable. They have chili oil and other spices at the table in case you need to add more spice. Recently, I've been loving the red curry. It is packed full of meat, vegetables, and flavor. It easily feeds me for 2 or even 3 meals They have an outdoor patio in the summer. Not a great view of the road, but it's a nice patio. The inside is cute and Thai-themed.

    Degthai was the first Thai restaurant I tried in the Nashville area and it might still be my…read morefavorite. I love the small menu, ensuring that every dish gets plenty of attention. Parking can be a little cramped so keep that in mind if you're visiting during a busy time. For the service itself, it's the kind of place where you simply order at the cashier and take a number to your table. They've always been quick to drop off our food. I ordered the Street Dumplings during my last visit and they were fantastic. It's hard to find good soup dumplings in these parts so I'll probably be ordering these as an appetizer every time now. The Chicken Red Curry was also delicious, if a little mild. I just wish I lived closer so I could eat here more often!

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    My friends and I were craving Thai and wanted to try Thai Phooket on a wimp…read more The service was nice and quick, lots of seating inside and wasn't busy (no wait). Parking is free (must be validated inside the store) once you're seated. When it comes to the food, overall it was pretty good and reasonably priced. Lots to pick from, including Pho in a Thai restaurant. However, not sure if it was missed by our server, but the spice level (we got everything on a level 4 out of 5) was nowhere to be found/noticed. Pretty sure it was not spicy at all, we all added the chili oil which helped tremendously. On the other hand, protein was minimal. The portion was underwhelming and especially the chicken in the curry and shrimp in the fried rice. Lastly, the Thai iced tea felt more "sweet/sugary" rather than being actual tea. My personal rating: 3.8/5

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