This hole in the wall is well loved by the locals as evidenced by the greetings and conversations between them and the owner that I witnessed while waiting for my order. My pad Thai was just what I wanted. The food is great! read more

We heard about Krua Thai and were excited to have a Thai place out near our new Big Country home. Unfortunately, it fell far short of expectations. The fried rice was flavorless and the rice itself was somewhat mushy. I don't recall the other entree we ordered, but it was more of a stir fry type of meal, and the vegetables were notably colorless...not sure why that would be. The egg rolls were very greasy. We won't be back so I guess we'll just save our Thai urges for when we are back in DFW. One last note, the woman who seems to run the place was very friendly and personable, so maybe that's what it's all about in Abilene. I feel bad making this review, she was so nice. She's the reason for the 3 stars instead of 2. read more

Friggin great. Awesome hole in the wall spot. Half a dozen tables, so expect a wait. Sign on the wall says 'one cook and one wok', which can lead to a wait but means each meal arrives hot and fresh. Had Pad Thai (medium heat) with steak and tofu. Perfect amount of heat. Fried tofu was the best I've had. Will be back. read more

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Krua Thai is the best Thai restaurant in town, and my favorite. The food is consistently delicious, and there is quite a variety to choose from. We have been friends with the owner, Lak, for years, and she is a wonderful person. The dining room is very small, so it can be hard to get a table. She doesn't accept any groups over 8. Be aware that Thai food can't be very spicy when ordered that way. I used to order 4 star, the spiciest. And it was hot! Now I order 1 star. My stomach just can't handle it anymore. And you can't return any food that you order too spicy. You ordered it, it's yours! Again, the food is delicious, and well worth a visit by you! read more

Krua Thai Restaurant - We're sharing Pad Thai and Pad Woonsen. - Thai Near Me - Abilene, Texas

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I honestly wanted to give 3 stars but I gave it 4 because I talked to my local thai restaurant and they did inform me that in some parts of Thailand this is what they eat. For me it was just ok but we are not local. I didn't get pictures because I left my phone behind but I ordered the sesame chicken two spice. To add spice they simply added red pepper flakes. The food was good but not great. I'm biased, though. It's a small place and the server we had was very friendly. I'd go again if I was in the area. read more

I'll start by saying the food was "edible" I have definitely had worse. My order: Chicken pad thai Thai fried rice w. Chicken I ordered my food in there "hottest flavor level 4 thai hot" I asked for double that because I really enjoy spicy food. Like really spicy. It was spicy but not what I was hoping for. The food was very bland in flavor compared to other restaurants of the same genre. I didn't even finish the fried rice. (Took 3 bites and did not continue) the rice and pad thai both had this bland taste that I just couldn't shake. Service in general seemed to be fine other than the abnormally long wait for a takeout order. My order took quite awhile to be completed about 40-45 minutes and I called in 30 minutes ahead of my time of arrival to the restaurant. The restaurant was not super busy. As for the atmosphere they had several off putting (almost rude) messages and signs all over the walls basically stating on one almost word for word "if you don't like the rules here then leave" So you could do worse eating here but I promise you could absolutely do better. read more

Krua Thai Restaurant - Thai Fried Rice - Thai Near Me - Abilene, Texas

Krua Thai hit me with exactly the kind of meal that makes you sit back and grin like a fool. The chicken pad Thai was everything my stomach had been whispering about all week--sweet, savory, just enough tang, noodles that practically hugged the fork. They didn't skimp on the chicken either; every bite felt intentional, like the kitchen actually wanted me to leave happy. And then the portion size? Generous in the best way. I went in thinking, "I'll take half home for tomorrow," but let's be real--there was no tomorrow for that pad Thai. It disappeared. The service sealed it. Warm, quick, genuinely kind. None of that robotic "how's everything tonight" stuff--just people who seemed happy I was there. By the time I walked out, I felt a little lighter (spiritually, not physically, because I inhaled those noodles). Honestly, it wasn't just dinner. It was exactly what I'd been craving and a reminder that sometimes a simple dish, done right, can feel like a hug from the universe. read more

Traveling through we stopped here for yummy Thai food and got just that!! Good service, and the food was really fresh!! Be careful with spice levels and no big parties! The seating is limited! read more

Location is in the ghetto, food is greasy, food takes very long time to be served, service is subpar.

I always come to Kris Thai I found this gem a while back and I'm so happy that it's still around the food is amazing and I've never had an issue with an order! Great little hole in the wall and the service is always friendly being it is family owned. read more

Krua Thai Restaurant - Building - Thai Near Me - Abilene, Texas

Honestly, the most slightly below mid Thai food that I've ever had in my life. The flavor was so weak I felt the only flavor coming through was spiciness. I got the pad see ew and na kam jeep appetizer. The food was just edible I hate to say it. Personally I wouldn't go back even if I was craving Thai food. The wait for the food was also extremely long, but I won't dox them on that, the food being a 45 minute wait doesn't make it worth it at all though. read more

Multiple people recommended Krua Thai in Abilene and I can sure see why! One of them mentioned to grab it to go and I certainly didn't understand this was a thing. There are only about 4 to 5 tables inside, and the staff will not move them together to accommodate larger parties. Your whole party must be present to be seated but you can tell they certainly prefer you to take your food to go. Regardless, we had seven of us who chose to be seated. You can definitely tell they are authentically Thai based on this level or lack thereof service. I love that the bottom of every page in the menu states "food cannot be returned if too spicy". We ordered a little bit of everything- fried spring rolls, fried shrimp rolls, fried tofu, pad see ew, pad, Thai, panang curry, and Thai basil. Everything was incredibly delicious and this is one of the best Thai food restaurants I've had in all of Texas. Their Thai tea is one of the best quality teas I've had the pleasure of drinking, although it wasn't as sweet as I would prefer. I would definitely chuckle given a Thai iced tea is 2.99 while a Thai tea with no ice is 4.99. We got everything with mild spice as we were certainly scared off between the signs around the restaurant and in the menu. It was the perfect spice for me as someone who enjoys a tiny kick. When you are finished, you pay at the front and they do not take any type of tap payments. I will definitely be back every time I pass through Abilene! Although I'll likely take it to go next time! read more

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We have an exchange student from Thailand this year so we wanted to learn more about her homeland food. I had never experienced Thai food but I have to say it's wonderful. This small place was buzzing with to go orders , all the tables were full and yet we got great service and awesome food. I am a heat sissy so I ordered mild and it was still warm.... But so much flavor and goodness! We will be back ! read more

Krua Thai Restaurant - Thai Near Me - Abilene, Texas

I absolutely love everything about Krua Thai! The owner is a delight! She is always so friendly and full of fun conversation when she's not busy. The food is always amazing and full of flavor. We have tried so many of the dishes and have enjoyed every one of them. My particular favorite is the Massema curry mild with chicken and the spring rolls. The restaurant is small and delivery is not an option but you can do pickup. Anytime someone asks about Thia food this is the only place I would recommend! read more

The food was amazing, and the service was so good! We had such a wonderful experience! I took my little kids in with me and the staff were so kind to my 2 year old and 6 year old! We will definitely be back! I had panang Curry, and I loved it! read more

Best Tai food in Abilene. Very small sitting area but still possible to eat in and take out is great. Lady in the back is very skilled. As others said the spice scale is 1 to 5. 2 is still spicy but no danger. 3 and up are entering the danger zone. Don't get the fried spring rolls. Curry's are great as well as Tom Yum soup. read more

Best Thai food I have had since Kanomwan closed in Houston. 3 is what most people call Thai Spicy. Had amazing Tom Yum Kung soup, Krapow (chicken basil. Don't let the location or small size of the restaurant make you miss out. read more

Tried this place today and it was terrific! The host was perfectly lovely and helpful. The food came out quickly and was great! I ordered green curry with a heat level of 3 (hot) and while it was spicy it didn't overwhelm me. I guess it's because I am Korean and usually eat quite a lot of spicy food. My husband had Pad Thai and he enjoyed it very much. We also had fried shrimp rolls for an appetiser. Sure the place is small and the seating is limited but we arrived at just the right time and finished just as the place was filling up. We also got a kick out of the house rules that were written on the dry erase board. Will definitely be going back. Just great! read more

I had the thom kai soup and it was very good and authentic tasting. The service was friendly and cozy dining area for dining in. It's a gem in Abilene read more

We were so expressed with the fabulous food at Krua Thai. I had the fried rice tomatoes onion and chicken. It was delicious! Hubby got the peanut sauce chicken, he liked it BUT if you don't like sweet sauce don't get it. There are few tables so be aware. We will be back. So thrilled to find this authentic Thai restaurant! read more

Excellent food and can never go wrong with curry. I have never been disappointed with the food or service.

Very small place but huge in character and excellent food! The lady that runs the place is the greatest! read more

Krua Thai Restaurant - House rules! She runs a tight ship! - Thai Near Me - Abilene, Texas

Great Food, I love spicy just a warning 3 is hot, better stick with 2 1/2. Best Thai in Abilene.

Great Tom Kha soup and others too. Spiced right to request. Thai curries and noodle dishes have been great as well. Convenient hours.

This place is legit home style Thai. Everything is cooked with attention and love. The wait is a little long, but it is well worth the wait. I will be back!! read more

Good take away pad Thai , curry and fried rice dishes. You can phone in and it's ready when you get there.

I want to start with the food being a good flavor and amount for the price. However, there was not many seat's available and the waiting for the food/seats took a good minute. The ambiance of the restaurant is really calming. There aren't any public restrooms so I wouldn't eat/drink too much if I knew I was far from a toilet. I would eat here again but I would have to order over the phone and maybe eat in my car. I also could not find any health grade paper which was slightly alarming. read more

Amazing and the owner is a kick. Service is typical street thai and is just a cool little place. Quaint and clean... read more

I wanted to "like" my take out order. Given the good reviews from so many customers, I had high hopes. The service was friendly and the speed for my order was reasonable (35 minutes on a Monday night). Value seemed reasonable. The food, however, was disappointing. First, the spice. I've had literally hundreds of Thai curry meals, always "chicken medium." That is what I ordered this evening. However, oh my goodness whooooeee, the kitchen added a bunch of red pepper and this was much hotter than anticipated. 30 minutes later my mouth is still burning. "Medium" was at least "hot," perhaps even Thai hot. My wife's "mild" Thai Basil was more like "medium," almost more heat than she could handle. The spice levels covered up any clear flavors of the protein and sauces in both entrees. The Thai Basil was a smaller portion, lunch size...but this was dinner. Also, the beef was rather tough. Green curry chicken was tender and had some distinct flavors, but little liquid, more stew-like. I've come to expect variations in how green curry is prepared, and while this wasn't bad it was not the rich, soupy goodness I had hoped for. All in all, good potential but we did not come away as impressed as others here. Maybe an off-night? Regardless, I rate this as 3-star for now, with little chance of us returning. read more

I ate at this restaurant for 6 years. It was the best Thai food you'd get for 100s of miles. The only reason I still don't eat there is because I PCSed and I swear after living in Washington DC for over a year I can confirm not even the big city thai restaurants touch Krua Thai. I wish I could eat here again. Support your local business and keep this place around. I'd recommend the Chicken Pad se ew, DUI noodles, green curry or gang masaman at spice lvl 2 (never any more you have been warned). Also would recommend the spring rolls, I can't find another place that does it anywhere near as good as them. read more

Krua Thai Restaurant - Chicken Pad se ew spice level 2 - Thai Near Me - Abilene, Texas

Disappointed because everyone recommended this place and said how good it was. Portion size of the pad Thai was pretty big, but where's the flavor? No peanuts, and barely any chicken or bean sprouts. First pad Thai I've had that didn't come with cilantro. The spring rolls were small but crunchy. I'll try other places before going back. read more

Krua Thai Restaurant - Chicken pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Abilene, Texas

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What a restaurant! A true gem Get yourself some spicy sesame chicken and Tom kha soup read more

Walked in and placed order to go. Were told it would be 30 min because of another order that had to be taken care off. Came back 30 min later, first they couldn't remember our order, we finally got it after we had to tell them again what we ordered. Maybe take names for orders ? Got home, tasted the Teriyaki Chicken, it didn't look like what we expected and it was super spicy. All the meals were ordered mild !!! So I called and asked if maybe they got something wrong. After speaking to 2 different people, the "cook" got on the phone and stated that that's how the meal is. We ordered mild and got mild , the Teriyaki chicken comes with tons of spices that you can see and not really a sauce but oil. Instead of offerering to redo the food to our liking, they argued and were rude. Will not return and definitely not recommend this place. read more

Absolutely the best Thai between Houston and Albuquerque (maybe even Houston and Chiang Mai). The kuy teav is beyond compare. A rare jewel in Abilene. read more

TAKE OUT OR DELIVERY ONLY. Seems they stopped dine-in during Covid, and just haven't gone back. read more

Quirky little Thai place. Food was good and plenty spicy at a very reasonable price. Place is very small, seating for only about 12-16 people at a time. read more

Best Thai food I've ever had anywhere! My "review needs at least 85 characters" says Yelp so, yeah, best Thai food I've ever had anywhere! And the homies that run Khrua Thai are also wonderful people. Voila. read more

Wow! Great all around dining experience. I was surprised to find that they were offering take-out only. We ordered and sat down. We had a great conversation with the owner about his hometown in North Eastern Thailand. He was excited to tell us about the Elephants his family owns. The Thai people are wonderful, kind, and excited to share their culture with all of us. To make it even better, the food was grade A. everyone in our group enjoyed their dishes. I had pad se ew. It wasn't quite the same as I am used to in terms of texture and moisture. But the flavor was good and the beef was cooked well. my fellow travelers had a ginger chicken dish over rice and the pad Thai with tofu. They looked great and they both said they enjoyed them. not at all surprised this place gets perfect 5-stars. Even in the middle of central Texas, I think everyone would enjoy eating here, even if they are timid or picky eaters. read more

I cannot get enough of Krua Thai. I can't believe we are lucky enough to have this restaurant in Abilene! Their chicken panang curry is unreal! The owners are amazing too. Great service! The place is small and most people get carry out. Trust me, it's worth it! read more

Small hole in the wall place but excellent food and gives a "Soup Nazi" type experience but she has every right to, cannot find Thai food of this caliper anywhere else in Abilene . read more