You have to try East Side Thai! It's one of my favorite spots for authentic Hmong and Thai comfort food. This small hole-in-the-wall restaurant in St. Paul serves dishes packed with incredible flavor. My absolute favorite is the catfish curry--perfectly cooked catfish coated in a rich, creamy red coconut curry that's absolutely mouthwatering. We also love the crispy pork belly fried rice and you can't leave without trying the best tricolor dessert. The service can take a little while especially when they're busy, but it's well worth the wait. Everything we've had has been delicious, and it's a place we keep coming back to! read more

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There was plenty of street parking outside of the restaurant and when we walked in, we were immediately greeted and seated. I ordered the catfish curry and Thai tea my friend recommended. I loved it! The fish was nicely battered and fried and the curry flavor was delicious. The Thai tea had a strong tea flavor that compliments the sweetness. I like tea in general so those who don't like a strong tea flavor might not like it as much. I sampled my friends pork belly pho and tri color. The pork belly was nicely crispy with the pho broth and the tri color was different from the ones I had before and thought it was okay but would get the Thai tea over that personally. There was plenty of seating options and I overheard them be very accommodating to a family with kids while eating too. My biggest critique is the restroom, it's located down a flight of stairs and its door was broken from the frame so the sign was to make sure to knock before opening. I didn't run into any encounters while in there but I can see someone not reading and just opening as well. So would recommend getting that fixed asap. read more

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Ordered for delivery. What came was a huge portion of #7 "Pad Kee Mao" Drunkard's Noodles (wide noodles stir fried with chili pepper, garlic, sweet basil and onions in special spicy Thai Sauce). 1 of there most popular dishes. I added Pork Belly and that's where they missed. The noodles were great, had that spicy flavor, good quantity etc, but sadly the pork belly was over cooked and dried out. Couldn't eat 75% of it, I ate a few just because I wanted some protein, but passed on the rest. Cutting them up in such small portions made them dry out. Since I ordered delivery, couldn't just have them quickly remake it. So not sure I'll try the pork belly again, but will give them another try with shrimp or a different item all together. read more

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This is our go-to place since moving to the east side. Love their pad Thai and drunken noodles especially. Large portions, good service!

My Drunken Noodles had metal scrubbing pad in the dish. They offered to remake the dish. I passed on the offer. read more

Eastside Thai Restaurant - I received metal scrubbing pad in the Drunken Noodles. They offered to remake the dish. I passed on the offer. - Thai Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

First off, it smelled strongly of urine in the restaurant. Probably should've taken that as a sign. The egg rolls were good, but the Massaman curry was the worst I've ever had (and I've had a lot). It was not sweet like it typically is, but was really sour. The waitress was sweet but not attentive so couldn't even send it back. The flavor of the pork belly fried rice was really good, but the pork belly pieces themselves were so chewy they couldn't be eaten. It was pretty worn down inside and needed a good cleaning. I wouldn't bring anyone there to eat, maybe you could get take out but don't get curry! Portions were large though. read more

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Food is okay. I ordered the Pork Belly Fried Rice, and fried chicken. I was unimpressed with the interior and the service was kind and fast. I did appreciate that especially because I had limited time to be there based on lunch. read more

Service was decent, food came out quickly. My favorite is the pork belly fried rice, it has the nice smokey flavor and the pork belly is crisp. read more

Eastside Thai Restaurant - Thai Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Went to Eastside Thai Restaurant today at 5:25pm in East St. Paul. And man the food sucks, I order Eggrolls, Drunken Noodle, and Pad Kra Pao. And the Eggrolls is soggy in the middle and the outer layer barely crispy, Pad Kra Pao suck ass and why the fuck would you jalapeno in Pad Kra Pao, what do I look like Mexican. I mean come on if you want to be authentic at least make it authentic not this lame as shit. And my eggs are not even running like it was suppose too, my eggs were over cooked and not only that they forgot the eggs when they served it. This place has gone to shit. And their server didn't even bother to come check to see if everything is ok, or if I need anything else and didn't even bother to come and fill my water its not that I need it but is the right thing to do. I didn't leave a tip at the end I just pay for my food and I just put a Big X for Tips because they suck ass. I know they love the cock but the ain't from Bangkok. They are not real Asian , they are fake ass Asian wanna be. read more

I drive 25 minutes to eat here, the food is worth every second. The service is so friendly and genuine, they always have a smile and just make your day better. They are will to seat the entire family and have a seat just for one, it is a quaint atmosphere for everyone. When it comes to food, I'm all about the pork belly pho, and the pineapple pork belly fried rice, or I mix it up with beef laab. So please give my favorite spot a try and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. read more

The red curry is great. A friend has recommended for me to try Laab or Larb and so I did. The fish sauce is definitely an acquired taste but over all I liked the laab served here. The appearance could use some work such as walls could use new paint, some cleaning near the floors on the walls, and reupholster some cusions. But otherwise the aesthetic would be nice. read more

Eastside Thai Restaurant - a woman sitting at a table - Thai Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Super delicious, love both their curries and their noodle dishes. Have had both eat in and take out, and food was ready quickly all times.

I was on the lookout for the best fried rice in the Twin Cities and I've found it! I've heard great reviews about their fried rice before so I had to try it for myself. Went to this restaurant a week ago and am ready to go back already! I ordered their Crispy Pork Belly Fried Rice and the flavors blew me away!! The pork belly was crispy and the fried rice, just wow (honestly lost for word because of how great it was). I would highly recommend this or their Thai Holy Basil Fried Rice. The service was slightly slow but understandable due to how busy they were. The food definitely made up for the slow service. The bathroom is located downstairs (unisex). Decent size and well maintained. Well stocked on toilet paper, paper towel and hand soap! Cannot wait to go back there! read more

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Service was good, portions huge, (which is great in my book) I loved my food 100% recommend. Looked very authentic and the decor war there.

We went to Eastside Thai for the first time last night. I had high hopes but they were not met. We were so disappointed with the food. The Thai egg rolls were the only decent thing. I had the red curry with beef and my husband had the pad Thai. I have never had curry like this before as it seemed like it was thickened way too much with flour (or something similar). If the food is great, I rarely am bothered by the ambiance. But it is cramped and dirty. I can not recommend. read more

Great services an amazing food . The egg rolls were steaming hot with great flavor and the cream cheese wontons were thick and creamy . The Pho had a great flavor but my favorite was the pineapple curry chicken it was tasty . Will definitely be back sooner than later read more

Eastside Thai Restaurant - 9D. Pineapple Red Curry - Thai Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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We loved it. We started with the Thai Spring roll, fresh and tasty. The red curry was delicious and my wife's cashew & vegetable stir-fry with tofu was super tasty in its simplicity. The service was very attentive and the place had small and family operated all over it. We really liked it. Thank you, Eastside!!! read more

Eastside Thai Restaurant - Thai Spring Roll - Thai Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

I'm a lover of Thai cuisine, and often feel there's two tiers of Thai in MPLS. You have On's Kitchen (On University Ave), and everybody else. With that being said, Eastside Thai is the next best thing that I've experienced. The gamechanger is their crispy pork belly. It appears on many different dishes, but I ordered it on the fried rice. It is VERY good. It has the texture of bacon without the saltiness. It's served in big chunks too! They didn't offer/ask what spice level we wanted our dishes and they were served very weak and semi-bland. However, the spice rack is at the table and that filled the gap and also allowed shared plates to actually be shareable. read more

Eastside Thai Restaurant - Fried Rice w/ Crispy Pork Belly - Thai Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

My favorite Thai restaurant. I always get the chicken Thai red curry. I've driven 30 minutes just to eat here! Best red curry in the twin cities. No one else compares! read more

I've been here many times because it's near my workplace and overall think it's good but definitely not the best Thai food in the Twin Cities. Although I like the papaya salad (both Thai and Lao style), lately I've been finding it inconsistent. The appetizers like the papaya salad and egg rolls are pricey compared to other places but I like the fish curry the most and chicken pad thai (although it's not sweet, sour and salty like traditional pad thai should be)- the pad thai is more like just oily fried noodles). Another downside is that rice is not included in some dishes like the curry and laab so you'll have to order if separately if you want it. I say don't bother ordering any of the drinks like the Thai iced tea and tri-color dessert because they're usually watery. TIP- They have a mini parking lot in the back, which usually isnt full, otherwise there is street parking. There is also a gender neutral bathroom but it's downstairs and kind of creepy. read more

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Food is way to salty Pad Thai has no flavor Egg roll stuff is to wet The curry taste like every other Hmong restaurant curry and the PHO taste like they add to much paste in it read more

Ordered the pork belly fried rice (through Grub Hub). I wish the pork belly wasn't chopped up in huge chunks and less dry. Other than that - still taste the same from back in 2010! read more

First time at Eastside Thai and it wasn't bad. There are so many Thai restaurants to choose from so I chose to come here to try it since reviews were seem good. I wasn't the most impressed by the quality of the food. Taste was there in the drunken noodles, but I could tell it wasn't the best quality. Maybe I would come back to try their pad Thai or their other dishes. Their prices were average but I've been to cheaper restaurants with better food too. Thai tea wasn't good, watered down and you only get a small cup. Don't waste time and money on it. Their staff was extremely patient with my friend's strict diet and were super accommodating. Usually you don't see service like that at some Asian restaurants. Overall, not terrible but not amazing. read more

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I was anxious to return to this restaurant after a year since my last visit. I ordered a simple dish of Chinese broccoli and crispy pork belly. The food itself was delicious and I was enjoying it right up on the point I found the hair in my mouth from the last bite I had taken. My server was apologetic enough and took the meal off of the tab. But it was the intestinal distress I suffered approximately an hour and a half later that prompted this review. The combination of the hair and the diarrhea screams dirty kitchen and I will not be back read more

Eastside Thai Restaurant - The long grey hair found in my food (mouth) - Thai Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

I got drunken noodles. First, the food was very good and a large portion. Not to mention, the price was lower than most comparable dishes at other Thai restaurants. The vibe is dirty and the service is slow. So if you want really good food for a great value and don't care about the aesthetic and service, you will love this place! read more

Eastside Thai Restaurant - Drunken Noodles - Thai Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Haven't been here for a long time due to slow service. Service was slow again. Bad idea coming back. I guess the only good thing about this place is the food. read more

I ordered delivery so can't speak to the current ambience or service. Pad see ew with tofu was disappointing. Bland flavor; thin noodles; hardly any egg, tofu, or broccoli; and they use American broccoli instead of Chinese broccoli. I was very underwhelmed and will probably not return. Can't remember what my partner ordered but she was also not impressed. Overall impression: very meh. read more

Love love Eastside Thai food! The crispy pork with the pho is amazing and their pad see yew always taste delish! This is definitely the place to go to. read more

Eastside Thai Restaurant - 8. Pad See Yew - Thai Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Good, flavorful food though I would say their food is more on the sweeter side. The restaurant is small and compact--very busy during lunch hours so go early or later. Other cons to this place is the limited street parking and slow service. Other than that, one of my favorite dish is their pho. read more

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This food was atrocious. The meat was overcooked. This rice is very greasy. Omfg I will never eat their food again even if was free next time. This is poor quality ingredients and if you're the type to look at nutrition labels this place ain't for you. This is for people who don't know any better and that's ok. PLEASE DONT LET THE PHOTOGENIC PICS TRICK YOU! THIS FOOD IS TERRIBLE! Usually I won't say anything but don't waste your time. read more

Eastside Thai Restaurant - 21. Crispy Pork Belly Fried Rice - Thai Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

I've tried this place a few times and every time I am always disappointed. We want to support local businesses which is probably why we keep giving this place another shot, however this will be my last. My order of pho was absolutely disgusting. The aroma was overwhelmingly strong and the broth was just bitter-- definitely not edible. The only thing we like from here is the spring rolls. I will add that their customer service is amazing though. I've never done done-in and only do take out but every time I am greeted with a smile. read more

Okay. I am SO happy to have finally found a delicious Thai restaurant. A few months back, I ordered from a restaurant, Sawatdee (DONT EVER ORDER FROM THERE) and it was atrocious. I was a bit skeptical to order from a Thai restaurant here in Minnesota after being spoiled in California. But Eastside Thai did NOT disappoint. The flavors are authentic and it reminded me of the Thai restaurants I used to go to back in CA. The portion size is fantastic. It has lasted my husband and I a few days now, and for the price? Can't beat that. Looking forward to trying more of the menu items! read more

Eastside Thai Restaurant - 22. Thai Holy Basil Fried Rice 8. Pad See Yew - Thai Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Fried rice and pad Thai are my kids favorite and they don't disappoint. Love the yam beef and the Thai style pho which is delicious with pork belly. Love this place and I've been coming here for over 15+ years. read more

Nice place for a quick fix on southeast Asian food, specifically the noodle dishes. What shines here is the salad section. Laab and papaya salads are not common in most Thai restaurants and is pretty good here. Pork belly is also a feature in their best dishes. Something I enjoy myself. It is a small space and like everything else on the block, parking is limited to the street. Take out is not a bad option here. read more

Nope not for me. Inside is very small, food 2 thumbs down. Just hope you don't need the restroom when your there.

We have been loyal to Eastside Thai for years. Absolutely love this place. This is our go to take out. Portions are big enough that you can order dinner and have lunch for the next day. I usually order the red curry and am never disappointed. They have lots of vegetarian and vegan options, and all full of flavor! My friend is addicted to their pad Thai and recommends it to everyone. read more

Loved it the first time so we went back again! Service speed has greatly improved so they totally deserve 5 stars!! We got the Pad Thai, Pineapple Fried Rice, Sweet and Sour Chicken, and Fried Pork Belly Fried Rice. We also got a side of cream cheese Wontons. The rices were delish. Pineapple had a wonderful flavor. The pork belly was good, had a very strong pork flavor but if you love pork you will find it enjoyable. Pad Thai and SAS Chicken were very good too. I lived in Thailand for a bit and I can honestly say this is some of the more authentic Thai food in the cities. Everything was served very fresh and hot And to those who think the neighborhood is sketchy...its not. Its the cities, just as sketchy as in downtown MSP. Give this place a shot, you will be glad you did! read more

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Had vermicelli salad.... so good... lots of crispy lettuce... noodles... on the side dressing... meat... diced egg rolls... AMAZINGLY TASTY!!!! read more

My family and I had a late lunch today. We are from Virginia. We ordered Pad -See-Euv beef, Pad Thai chicken, Drunken Noodle beef, and Drunken Noodle chicken. This foods made for Americans. The taste was not what I expected delicious Thai foods. I am not recommended this restaurant. read more

The simplicity and modest size of this restaurant do not reflect the cuisine. Firstly, you'd better have a HUGE appetite when you arrive. The Pho portions are enormous and while the textures dance on your pallet, the bouquet of flavor in the broth complements with a robust and oily texture. Even though the place was packed my party of three didn't wait more than a minute. As soon as group left their table it was immediately cleaned and placed. I was very impressed with the efficiency and quality of the staff overall. They were all constantly running around and still stopped by our table frequently enough. I will definitely be stopping by again whenever I'm in the neighborhood. I only wish the area was better for small businesses. read more