It's a very small and unassuming place. I've passed by it a million times and then we finally tried it. you walk into a little oasis- it has a fountain and flowers and trees- you really feel transported to a little jungle. Bend the corner and you reach the double doors that open into a small dining area. You have booths along the wall and a few tables in the middle. We were greeted and sat in one of the booths. We had the soup, and a few entrees- everything was fresh and so good. I didn't take any pics of the food but it was delicious. Definitely coming back. Just keep in mind this is a CASH ONLY establishment read more

Not sure what's going on here but somethings different. Ordered the papaya salad, beef pad Thai and beef drunken noodles. I found all the portion sizes to be WAY SMALLER than they used to be. I feel like a got only a few small scoops of papaya on my plate. Same experience for the pad Thai. First of all the portions were so small that I only got like 5 good bites out of the noodles, AND they were very wet and not very flavorful. :( Same feel towards the drunken noodles. My other feedback is that the service was also extremely slow. As you might know it's a small dine in area but it was so slow that I even heard others nearby asking how long it would be before their dish arrived as they needed to leave. The two girls who were serving and collecting the bills seemed utterly confused. They had not calculated our tab when we asked to pay and were scrambling to figure out which bill was which. I'm really bummed because I love this place but it's not the same as it was. read more

Was in the mood for Thai. Came here with some friends. I've lived in the area for a few years but this is the first I've been here. We order quite a bit of things to share as group. I don't quite remember everything we ordered, but it was all really good. We ordered medium spicy and it wasn't spicy at all. A few things I remember: Egg rolls: crunch and flavorful Papaya salad: refreshing Pumpkin curry: the pumpkin is so buttery and melts in your mouth I would come back for all of the above dishes. I think the prices were fair, but not really sharing size like I'm used to. Maybe sharing for two people, but not 4. The service was great, and they made sure we had water. read more

I live near here and have thought it was just some eccentric persons home. Turns out it's a really funky and delightful Thai restaurant. This place is not large in size, but gargantuan in every other way. The service was fun and good. I think he may have been the owner? He seemed entertained by how much my boyfriend and I ordered and then ate. The food far exceeded my expectations considering the decor. Generally, when a place has this much going on it's because the food is just not good. This is not the case here. Layers of flavors, nuance, balance, texture. And then there's the prices. It's like we are back in 2010 again. Which is what led us to order so heavily. We did not regret that at all. It is cash only and if you have a peanut allergy this may not be a good spot for you. No photos, sorry. I'm not that person. read more

this has been my go-to Thai restaurant for decades!! The food is fresh and very tasty! the service is gentle and Very Thai-ish. There are specials every day and great attention is paid to customer requests The place is uniquely decorated, comfortable, and relaxing!! I am disabled and appreciate the access without stairs!! Parking is on the street in a neighborhood setting Prices are very reasonable and the portions are generous It is a quiet, family owned and managed eatery that has been quietly serving great Thai "Country, home cooked" food for almost 50 years!! read more

My first time going her and it was great. When you walk in the interior really switches up on you. It's described as an authentic Thai interior and it def feels like I'm somewhere else. I love Thai food and I wasn't disappointed with my order. It's cash only, and I came prepared. I'll definitely be coming back. read more

Charming spot with delicious dishes. We had the satay to start and both the chicken and peanut sauce were tasty. Next came the barbarian soup - spicy and delicious. We also had green shrimp curry and my favorite - stir fried eggplant with red peppers and mushrooms. Everything except the satay was quite spicy, the way I like it. Service was lovely. I would definitely come again. It's like a little hidden discovery. read more

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Old Weang Ping is such a gem. From the outside it's so unassuming but when you walk in it's a little jungle oasis. Plants (real and fake) all over and the sound of waterfalls surround you. Now the important part - FOOOOOD. SOFA KING GOOD. Pat, the owner, server, cashier, and his wife the chef are a dream team. Pretty sure she could make a piece of cardboard taste gourmet. We don't even look at the menu most of the time. We just trust Pat to bring us something delicious. Tonight my husband aka BIG HUNGRY had eggplant chicken and I had trout with smoky chili sauce. Big Hungry hoovered his plate before I could try. The fish was cooked so perfectly. The meat just fell right off the bones. If there weren't any other people dining there I swear I would have straight up licked that plate clean. It's always a good time at Pat's Old Weang Ping Village :) read more

Old Weang Ping Village - Trout with smoky chili sauce - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

I loved this place up until new servers, the language barrier is pretty difficult with basic communication about the dishes on the menu and the menu is different.. portions shrunk too read more

I've been eating here for the last 36 years and I've seen it go through lots of changes as the owner gets ready for retirement. Originally owned and operated by Patrick and his wife, they've had different people come in over the years so they can take a break. Ergo, the folks who ran the restaurant for a while and then moved to the more lucrative Alameda market. I think the current 2026 version of Weang Ping does very well. 5 of us came in for a birthday celebration: fried tofu and pot stickers for appetizers; 2 specials (duck with holy basil and salmon with pumpkin), an eggplant dish with pork and drunken noodles with chicken.All delicious with different flavors although one person in our group thought there was too much similarity between the sauce on 2 dishes. We ate in house so I don't know how these dishes would translate for takeout. Both the pot stickers and fried tofu were piping hot and crispy. Don't know how long that would last. Someone in a review remarked about oiliness. No evidence of that in our meal. Whether it's because the kitchen got in the groove, bad day or takeout effect don't know. Weang Ping still rules in my world. I couldn't take the photos fast enough before the food started disappearing so not representative of portions read more

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Great service, very accomodating- I had vegan Barbarian soup and Pad See Ew. Delicious!!!!

Fabulous food, quiet dark eclectic interior. Highly recommended. It's on a residential street off Seminary Road, so be sure to consult a map. Cash only. read more

The food was delicious! This place is so cute and home-y. The owners pour so much love into their food and you can tell when you take your first bite. I ordered the Barbadian soup and the salad. Both were delicious and comforting. 10/10 :) read more

10/10- Will always recommend. The food is beyond delicious. The atmosphere and setting are cozy and inviting. But the one thing that stood out above all else was that the service was genuine and kind. Cash only. read more

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back here a year or two later and why is this spot not packed? i feel like the prices are even lower now and the couple were just sitting talking and we arrived and told them we just had $54 cash because it's cash only now and the nice man went come on in, that's more than enough and it is! look at these menu prices, in this economy, in the bay area! we need to show more support and it's easy cause the food is amazing, the place is so cool and has a jungle vibe, and you'll enjoy it with anyone. read more

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Amazing service. Delicious quality food. Amazing Ambience! The decor and vibes were a highlight and the complementary tea was great!

Truly amazing food ; great prices ; loved everything about this place - had the hot sour soup, green curry, sticky rice , and the drink was perfect !!!!- cash only read more

Amazing fresh made options that taste homemade. Cute kitschy cozy decor and very reasonably priced.

Very cute decor. The elderly couple was so sweet. Gave my son a cookie while we waited for take out. (Although, I wished he asked me before giving him anything because there was cookie drama later on. I digress.) I ordered the pad thai and pad see ew. These are my go-tos whenever I try a thai restaurant with a pretty common menu. Their pad thai was on the sweet side. I like mine more savory. It's served on a bed of shredded lettuce which I really disliked. I dont like lettuce with hot food!! The pad see ew was ok. I remember the noodles being thinner than usual and there was no chinese broccoli in it (what a bummer). I honestly was not super into it because I prefer lao-thai cuisine and this place seemed to lean more toward a sweet-thai style of food from the two dishes I tasted. I remember it cost about $40 for the two dishes. I recommend checking it out for the experience! read more

Wanna feel and taste like you've been transported to Thailand for lunch or dinner? Old Weang Ping Village will put you there. As soon as you walk through the door, you're half a world away, and you haven't even tasted what you (we) came for, a distinctly diverse menu from which we regularly order more than we think we can eat, but being in this Southeast jungle setting just south of Mills College, we sample, and Pat and wife Juk deliver, authentic and deliciously seasoned and prepared curries and vermicelli pods each different, each delish. The entire experience has made it our #1 Asian for over 30 years. read more

Delicious and wonderfully odd visuals. We did not have drinks, but all the food was excellent except the boring Pad Thai. read more

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This place formerly would have been a 4-5 star, but the quality hand flavor have taken a sharp decline after ownership changed. I ordered some of my favorites and was deeply disappointed when the flavor was nowhere near close to what I knew and loved. The previous owners have since opened a spot in Alameda, so I guess I'll have to travel to get a taste again. read more

Old Weang Ping Village - Drunken noodles with a little extra spice - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

This place is a hidden gem. It feels like you've walked into someone's garden tree house. The food is authentically amazing, delicious & so affordable. It was about $65 for 3 people which included 2 Tom Yum coconut soups, Pad Thai, duck curry, Roti, rice and two desserts. A friend told us that the ice cream dessert is always a delectable surprise. The restaurant is run by a Thai couple who are so warm & hospitable. Service & food that nourishes the body & the soul. Thank you, looking forward to returning. read more

I heard about this place from a friend, so we decided to try it out. When I entered the place, it felt a little bit like traveling through Narnia because the decorations inside were so different from the outside (the inside had a bamboo aesthetic). When we ordered, we asked if they had the Duck Curry because many other reviews mentioned it even though it wasn't on the menu. Since they were out, we ordered the following (for a total party size of 2): Fish Cake - This tasted good and was a little spicy (note: I generally don't eat spicy food). The sauce that came with it was spicy and sweet. The cabbage underneath the fish cake was probably just for looks because it was dry. Panang Curry - I liked this, though the beef was slightly tough (note: you can choose whatever meat you want). We were able to request that this dish be made Mild, though it still tasted a little spicy. The curry reminded me of gravy in terms of flavor and color. Jasmine Rice - You have to order this separately because no rice comes with the curry. Pad Thai - We decided to get this because of my low tolerance to spice. We chose pork for the meat, and this tasted good and freshly made. The noodles were on the thinner side, and they were really flavorful. Normally, one entree and one appetizer is enough to fill us, so we were surprised that we were able to finish everything. However, both of us were a little stuffed afterwards. Total price was $36.40 (before tip), so this was a really good value. It was cash only, but I think that might have been because the credit/debit machine wasn't working (they had a sign that I quickly skimmed). All in all I enjoyed this place. The food was good, and they had a lot of reusable dishware. There's a quaint charm to this place, and our server (who I'm guessing is also the owner) was very friendly. ECO NOTES (Dine-In) Dine-In Dishware: Reusable plates and bowls Napkins: Single-use disposable paper napkin Utensils: Metal fork Water cups: Short-stem wine glass, though the default is a combination of Thai tea and water (as described by the server), which is interesting and also might be caffeinated. If you want just water, you'd likely have to specially request it. read more

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What a cute place! The façade is so beautiful and as you enter there are lovely little waterfalls. So cute and serene, a lovely place to dine. But we just grabbed lunch to go today. Got the pad thai lunch special tofu which came with soup and fish cake. And a Lad Nah (thick rice noodles in gravy). Both were so delicious and full of flavor. Packing to go was also very well done and avoided any spillage. They arrived home 20 mins later and still nice and warm! Also the lady here is the nicest and sweetest! So friendly and positive, it was such a nice treat just to order from her! Can't wait to come back. Yum! read more

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Came here to celebrate my sister's birthday with the family. It was one of the most authentic restaurant experiences I have ever had. Vibe and atmosphere was 10/10. Food was incredible. Everyone in my family grabbed a dish and we all shared. The server also realized it was a birthday celebration and he put together a unique desert for us! Don't even get me started on the bill (the biggest bang for your buck), this place is truly a hidden gem. read more

Pat is amazing and a treasure. His place is an excursion. Make the drive. Enjoy the ambience and the traditional cuisine.

Ask for Penny - Best service in Oakland! Delicious noodles, curry, crispy egg roll, coconut creamy sticky rice, and Thai iced coffee - it feels like a jungle pirate ship but without the swearing - 'Blue' even let me play his two accordions in the waterfall lobby! Love Old Weang Ping Village - it feels like home read more

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Super cute neighborhood Thai place. My partner and I got a salad and a curry and they were both delicious. Owner is so kind. Cash only i believe. read more

Is this business still open?. I've tried calling on various occasions. And drove up to see about ordering in person and it's dark...lights out.. not open despite hours posted here and google. read more

I don't even want to write this review because it's a well kept secret right now. Food is AMAZING and cheap. Pat the waiter, the $3 surprise beer and after dinner fruity drinks make this place so so special. We have been going almost once a week and will be back tomorrow. CASH ONLY - but you only need like $40 - $50 for 2 people. read more

I love this place! Pat is so kind and attentive. The food is savory, and comforting. I crave the Barbarian soup on a weekly basis. The prices are incredible and the experience is unforgettable. Don't forget to bring cash! read more

Old Weang Ping Village has been here for decades. nothing has changed here except for new owners and higher prices. offerings: categories the same as other thai eateries. entrees different. eats: Yum Nua (Beef Salad, 12): "grilled steak, thai chile & lime, roasted rice powder, red onions, cucumber & mint leaf" -very tasty entree once i started mixing the wedge of cabbage (not listed) into the large amount of liquid solution (not listed).. -didn't want to waste the leftover liquid, so i drank the kool aid, got a buzz quickly from the msg(not listed) therein. take outs: -got a tenny bit of mint candy with entree. it's from colombia. costs them at most 5 cents US. $. read more

Old Weang Ping Village - Yum Nua (beef salad, 12) big wedge cabbage at side, big pool of liquid left over. - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

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They only take cash and I walked in without any. The owner said I could drop off my payment later, which is something you just don't see every day! They really are a neighborhood hidden gem, in every way - from decor to service to food. Just downhome, delicious Thai food. read more

Food - 3 star Service - zero star A very cute, uniquely decored restaurant that has gone through major changes and not for the better. The menu has changed, the quality has gone down. My spring roll wasn't cooked through - little stuffing and a lot of "roll" - overtly saggy in the inside and barley crispy on the outside. The papaya salad was flavorful and I do recommend this item. Iced Thai tea was alright (requested it with coconut milk). A generous portion but on the sweeter side. Thom Kha (coconut soup with shrimp) had a salty flavor approach - did not like it. Overall - I have traveled to Thailand and ate both the street and the fancy food there. I have also eaten at a lot at American Thai restaurants and I would consider this restaurant a good try but overal fail and mediocre. What was even more disappointing is the service. While our party of 2 got seated quickly that's how fast they forgot about us too. Another restaurant patron struck up a conversation with us and shared our frustration how he cannot get a waitress attention. Apparently the take-out phone calls and writing the bills in 2 different ink ( pink and purple) was more important then handing a menu, and providing water to the patrons who made the effort to visit the restaurant. We would have left except we were too hungry and "too deep in" the waiting game. Also didn't appreciate the waitresses snarky comment about us ordering an extra dish 15 min to closing. Hey ... maybe we would have left sooner if we would have been provided with service sooner. So if you are not in a hurry. Dont mind waitresses that lack prioritizing skills, and don't mind food that's half way cooked and lacks flavor - this is the place for you. We will not come back and are sad to see the original elderly man and his wife running this place no longer being part of this eatery. The fantastic food and vibe are both gone. read more

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This is the best Thai food I've ever had. I love the atmosphere and it's walkable from my house. The best kept secret in oakland. I don't even want to write this review because I don't wanna share it with the outside world. Fifty stars if I could read more

Super solid food here. The pineapple fried rice and chicken green curry were awesome. Love the ambiance, lovely greenery and water features. Lucky to have this gem course to home. read more

Old Weang Ping Village - Pineapple fried rice, green curry, and pad se ew - so good! - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

I arrived at 2:30 because Yelp says it's open. It looks so cool. My kind of place. It doesn't open until 5pm-- if they ever open. No one answers the phone. You cannot leave them a message because it's full. Good luck having dinner here. read more

Old Weang Ping Village - Front of Old Weang. - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

Old Weang Ping is magical. I came across this place when I first moved to Oakland in 2011, and it quickly became a favorite. not only is the food great, the restaurant itself has great ambience and the owners are the nicest people. I've brought so many people to eat here through the years... family dinners, dates, lunch with friends. now I live within walking distance and bring my kid for mother daughter dates. she calls it "the calm restaurant". our favorite. I'm overdue for a visit, it's been a whole month! read more

Delicious and a lovely experience! We came for the first time and brought two friends. Our server was kind and attentive, the decor is adorable, and THE FOOD was absolutely delicious. We will definitely be back! So happy to have found amazing Thai in our neighborhood. read more

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