Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    President Thai

    4.1 (2.7k reviews)
    ModerateThai, Noodles, Soup
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

    Order President Thai Takeout or Delivery

    President Thai Photos

    Business Info

    PRESIDENT THAI ATMOSPHERE

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

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - President Thai

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Bbq President's B.B.Q. Beef- delicious!
    P K.

    Came here for a work lunch and the food overall was good. The presidents bbq was really good and they had lunch special. Crab fried rice was good but it was a little dry. Our waiter was attentive. Owner seemed cheap about takeout containers. We were a party size 10 why be so cheap on containers? Makes me wonder what else are you cheap in the kitchen. He was so hesitant to even bring out more containers.

    Lauren A.

    Green curry with shrimp tasted a bit watery, less of a curry and more of a soup, but these fried crab rolls were an absolute delight! Fantastic texture - would come back just to nibble more on these.

    Thai Style Basil Ground Pork with Fried Egg!
    Yu W.

    I think I just found my new favorite Thai restaurant in this neighborhood! Been wanting to try here for ages, but it's always packed when we drive by. I completely understand now. Went for an early dinner with my bf. Was greeted so warmly by the staff and seated promptly. We wanted to order some of our typical dishes so we can compare, so we got their Baby Corn Mushroom with Chicken, Green Curry with Sole Filet, and Thai Style Basil Ground Pork with Fried Egg. OMG! They were all gloriously drool-worthily divine!! Likely the most flavorful of these dishes that I've ever tried at a Thai restaurant to date! Completely exceeded all my expectations!! And the portions were so generous! We were so occupied stuffing ourselves silly, that we completely forgot to make room for dessert! And we still had a ton of leftovers to take home! I love this place so much already! Super friendly and attentive staff. Gorgeous decor with an appreciative traditional feel. Limited parking in lot, but it looks like the regulars prefer parking on the street out front when we were leaving. Already planning to return next time our Thai craving hits to try more of their yummy dishes! Highly recommend!!

    Pad See Ew beef
    Samantha H.

    Ambiance is amazing, food is delicious, and the workers are so kind and helpful. Portions are plentiful and wonderful. Spice is a little uneven, so if you're super specific about spice level, you can ask for hot sauces to come to your table and you can apply them yourself. Love that!! Parking is easy because of their lot. Will definitely be back!

    Hetal P.

    Pretty big Thai restaurant. Very busy lotsa customers fo sure! Got photos from their latest menu coz I know I was looking for veggie options for me. I got spicy fried noodles and bf got green curry shrimp. They took a li'l time to give food but it was Mother's Day and quite busy but no complaints since the food was soo good. Would definitely go there again and try more stuff.

    (L) Beef & Meatball Noodle Soup
    Joe G.

    I just love this restaurant! It is a beautiful, immersive restaurant that feels like you're stepping out of San Gabriel Valley and into Thailand. Moreover, the food is fantastic! I switched it up today and instead of getting my go to Pad Sew ew, I opted for the beef and meatball noodle soup. I already love their more traditional dishes, and the noodle soup is just as delicious. It was packed with savory flavor from the noodle to the broth. You know it's tasty when you slurp every last drop of the soup. The beef balls are especially delicious and actually reminds me of the Indonesian beef balls I grew up with. Lastly, if you love dessert or just have a sweet tooth, the Mango Sticky Rice is a must! It is my favorite dessert, and President Thai doesn't disappoint!

    Crab fried rice and pad kee mau
    Steffany W.

    President Thai is a decent Thai restaurant with a variety of dishes and gets a 3.5/5 stars for me. The parking lot is one of the worst I've seen, it's really tight and hard to maneuver backwards. I luckily had people leaving when I was there but it is not recommended for large cars. Back parking is recommended to leave more easily. We had a reservation for our large party and we were sat in their small outdoor patio. It was nicely decorated with a fake plant wall but it was still nice to look at. Service was a little slow because we were in the back but the waiter's did come to us periodically in the back to check on us. There was a little miscommunication with a waiter regarding the combination of the pad kee mow but we cleared it up and resolved the issue between us fairly quickly. Just wished the menu was clearer about what the combination meant on the noodle orders so there wouldn't be this issue in the first place. The menus themselves also had a large selection of food options to choose from and we tried the pad kee mow (drunken noodles), papaya salad with fried crab, chicken skewers, and crab fried rice for the four of us (our table of the larger group). The portions were quite large and there was plenty of food. The papaya salad came out first and it was a little disappointing. The papaya tasted a little old and it could've been crunchier. The crab batter was crunchy but the innards were okay. I did like the spiciness of it but the soggy papaya was not as desirable. The pad kee mow was pretty good and the noodles were larger than I thought. I liked the variety of the vegetables and it tasted pretty good. I didn't try the chicken skewers but I heard it was not bad. We did order a bowl of white rice to pair with it and I think because we were in the back, it came out a little later that we hoped. The crab fried rice was also pretty good and there was plenty left after we ate it. I will note that the food was a little salty and quite flavorful so I did drink A LOT of water. We also got a Thai tea to share but it was way too sweet for me so I only had a sip. I wished it was 75% less sweet and more milky. The size of the drink was fairly large though. The rest of the party seemed to enjoy their meal and their papaya salad was not as old as ours. The restaurant was also accommodating of a peanut allergy of one of the group members. The food did come out late because there was a supposed error of a peanut on his pad see ew so they had to remake it. Glad they caught it and made sure the food was safe. By the end, I was too full for dessert, but my whole party enjoyed the ice cream and fried bananas. The restaurant was quite accommodating of our party and let us stay for a while to chat and talk as a whole group. We were quite loud so it was good that we were seated away from everyone else and outside. Most of the items were $20+ but it made sense considering the large portions sizes. Overall, the food was a little heavy on the flavor but tasted pretty good.

    Stuffed Chicken Wings (don't recommend)
    Cindy C.

    FOOD This place has received a lot of praise from my social network and I see why! The panang curry with beef was creamy and abundant. The rice portion was no joke; you can share this with 2-3 people, or be really full for solo. Unfortunately I was disappointed in their stuffed chicken wings (aka angel Thai wings in other places). The stuffing was mostly shredded cabbages with glass noodles. However the ones I have had elsewhere had stuffing more to my liking. This is preference and it just wasn't mine for here. PARKING There was ample parking when I arrived at 6pm. Be careful not to accidentally park next door in the residential area. VIBES/MOOD This place was seating large parties at 8:30pm! They also sing happy birthday if you bring your own cake. Very positive.

    Crispy Calamari
    Nevaeh G.

    I ordered President Thai for the first time via Uber Eats and it did not disappoint. First, the portions were extremely generous. Everything was packaged nicely and stayed warm upon arrival. I ordered the orange chicken, pad Thai, crispy calamari, and for dessert the mango with sweet sticky rice. The standouts were definitely the pad Thai and orange chicken. The calamari could've been passed, not my favorite but not the worst either. The mango with sweet sticky rice was amazing, I loved the flavor profile and texture. I would recommend and order again in the future.

    Coconut Soup (Tom Kha)
    Ketana C.

    The tastiest Thai food in Pasadena!!! I love this place- the flavors are so delicious and every dish is filled with decadence and flavor. The presentation is also so beautiful - I love the decor and dishes that they use! The staff is super friendly and helpful :)

    Pad kee mao
    Shirley C.

    TLDR: consistently delivers flavorful, authentic Thai food with generous portions and friendly service. MUST TRY: Pad Thai and Pad Kee Mao, parking can be tight during peak hours, papaya salad is hit or miss President Thai is one of those places I keep coming back to, and I always try to order something new each time. The food is consistently amazing with bold, authentic Thai flavors that feel well-balanced and not overdone. The Pad Thai is a must-order; it's classic, comforting, and perfectly seasoned. The Pad Kee Mao (drunken noodles) has thick flat noodles, a mild hint of spice, and great flavor from Thai basil and vegetables. Portions are incredibly generous, especially for pickup. We ordered four entrees (Pad Thai, Pad Kee Mao, chicken fried rice, papaya salad) plus a large shrimp tom yum soup, and it was easily enough food for four full meals. Something to note, chicken fried rice is nothing special, would try pineapple fried rice next time. Service is warm and kind, whether dining in or ordering pickup, and the restaurant itself is small, quaint, and casual. Parking is really the main downside as the lot is limited, so during busy times you'll likely need to park on the street. The tom yum soup was a bit pricey with some shrimp/mushrooms, but it was slightly bitter, possibly from the kaffir lime leaves; next time I'd try the tom yum broth option and add my own toppings at home. The papaya salad was the one disappointment. I noticed it's changed over the years and no longer has the same fresh, crunchy texture from hand-cut papaya.

    Tom Yum Soup
    Hollie W.

    My absolute favorite Thai restaurant in SGV! I love their pad Thai, tom yum, and Ong Choy. All their dishes have a lot of umami and depth of flavor. They are a bit expensive, but I do think it's worth it. The ambiance also feels authentic. The parking lot can get really crazy during their busy times. I also recommend their party trays if you're hosting a party! It's really convenient and large portion sizes.

    Crispy pork with chinese broccoli
    Jennifer A.

    The food was super delicious and the service was fast. Our server June was very friendly and helpful. The place was bright and clean. We felt at home! . The portions are good for the price. We definitely will come back here again.

    Seafood Pad Thai

    See all

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    17 hours ago

    Helpful 8
    Thanks 6
    Love this 6
    Oh no 0

    9 days ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of P K.
    0
    509
    1032

    23 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Caes F.
    827
    716
    2265

    3 months ago

    Helpful 15
    Thanks 3
    Love this 12
    Oh no 0

    16 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Joe G.
    1521
    319
    1301

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    5 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 4

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Leona T.
    1159
    582
    2133

    4 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 10
    Thanks 4
    Love this 10
    Oh no 1

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    9 months ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 1

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    12 days ago

    I love this place. The food was so delicious and authentic. The staff was nice and welcoming. I'll definitely be coming back.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    Page 1 of 68

    President Thai Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - President Thai

    Does the restaurant have parking?

    Yes there is parking on the side of the restaurant!

    Does the restaurant use dairy/milk in any of the dishes?

    Lots of their dishes use coconut milk!

    Can you make curries without fish sauce?

    Yes.

    Are their food loaded with MSG?

    they don't add MSG but the sauces they use naturally have MSG. that's what they told me when i asked!

    View All 7 Questions

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Thai 152,164 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    ID-Eclair

    ID-Eclair

    4.7(243 reviews)
    4.7 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Certified professionals

    This place is pretty great. We've been meaning to try this for a while, and finally, during our…read morespring break staycation, we managed to make our way over. We got a turkey sandwich, their mushroom soup, a quiche, and an eclair (of course - pistachio), and a pot of tea (blue montagne - a black tea with some berry flavors). Everything was really delicious, and it makes me think about how far vegan cuisine has come in the last, even 10 years. Many of their stuff is gluten-free as well. The only thing that I'll say was kind of sad - we got a loaf of beet bread to go, put it in the fridge as soon as we got home, and the next day, it got moldy. I brought it back and exchanged it for one of their charcoal loaves. I think they are under the same ownership or something as the wine bar next door, since they share a space. The space out front is pretty spacious, but there are only 3 tables, so maybe there is another room when it gets crowded? I didn't really explore the space this time.

    I had to try this place multiple times in the past two weeks!…read more Backstory years ago I came across these bakers at the farmers market, they have vegan macaroons and my kid is all about the French macaroons! I knew they had opened a brick and mortar in Pasadena a while ago and it just took me until recently to finally make it there. Don't judge me I was trying to spare my wallet and waistline! Anyways none are being spared from the pure delectable excellence at this point! Before I go on I get to acknowledge that yeast breads and sugar can mess me up, sick, bloat, etc. TMI? I dgaf! Because I don't have the extreme reactions here that I usually get elsewhere. Actually a majority of the sweets from the eclairs to the cinnamon twists are reasonably sweetened! There's no compensating sugar for bad ingredients. Every flavor stands out and participates together like the instruments of a symphony. Delightful! The only one I cannot handle so far are the French macaroons which according to my kid are exactly to their liking. So far I've had the cinnamon twist, blueberry bar, chef special cream filled cherry cruffin, and the chef's special quiche which looked so legit I had to ask if it's really vegan!!! What magic is this!?! Because for the price it's insane! Other places would charge double to offer this and I would pay it! Now the drinks...on the pricier side? Yes. Is it worth it HECK YES because I did my drink order again! Dirty Matcha with almond milk (match latte with shot of espresso)' Don't judge me I need the caffeine ride without the crash. Normally this drink tastes like mud everywhere else but here it's a smooth caffeinated perfection. I don't need to bust out the stevia, it's perfect as is!!! This is the first and only time the pairing is balanced and smooth. Needless to say this is my top pick for vegan bakeries and coffee/tea places! I can wait to fully enjoy the ambiance with a decadent crystalline flare of luxury in a quant cafe Bonus: they have pastry classes, afternoon tea, it's a wine bar by night, and there's so much more to know about the artistry and offerings it's well worth the visit!

    Photos
    ID-Eclair - Chocolate Eclairs

    Chocolate Eclairs

    ID-Eclair - Pistachio Eclairs

    Pistachio Eclairs

    ID-Eclair - Espresso Eclairs

    See all

    Espresso Eclairs

    Lunasia Dim Sum House

    Lunasia Dim Sum House

    3.8(2.5k reviews)
    4.2 mi
    $$

    Perfect family dim sum experience for us…read more We took out my parents and in-laws for dim sum: my parents' very first time ever. We did wait about an hour, but honestly I didn't mind at all because it gave us a chance to relax, talk, and catch up as a family. Once we were seated, my parents were immediately impressed with the decor: elegant and cultural without feeling overly modern or cold. And can we talk about the tea kettles? They looked like literal pieces of art being poured at the table. Ordering was super easy with the QR code system, so my husband handled the whole spread: shumai dumplings, chicken feet, sesame balls, and more. Everything came out hot, fresh, and beautifully plated. The ENTIRE table agreed on one thing: the chili oil condiment deserves to be sold in bottles to take home. It was that good. Smoky, just the right amount of spicy, and addictive. Now for the real test: my in-laws. They've been to *many* dim sum places and are not easily impressed. They declared this place to have the best chicken feet that they've ever had: meat easily sucked off the bone, melt-in-your-mouth tender, and perfectly seasoned. High praise coming from dim sum veterans. Most importantly, my parents' first dim sum experience couldn't have been better. They loved everything from the ambiance to the food to the overall experience. My husband and I want to come back to explore more of the menu because there's clearly so much more to try

    Hubby wanted to get dim sum for new year and luckily we live close to Lunasia. Like most locations,…read morethe food is pretty consistent and the servers are pretty attentive. This location is pretty spacious and even has a second floor for dining. Though we were seated inside, a lot of people were coming in and out for take out. They have a QR code to scan the menu and send your order to the kitchen. Unfortunately, they forgot our order of shumai. We had already finished eating before it even came. The waitress was kind but apparently had to bring the receipt back because the staff was claiming we already received it.

    Photos
    Lunasia Dim Sum House - The outside of the restaurant.

    The outside of the restaurant.

    Lunasia Dim Sum House - Back of the restaurant with plenty of parking.

    Back of the restaurant with plenty of parking.

    Lunasia Dim Sum House - Nice, modern look and feel

    See all

    Nice, modern look and feel

    Noodle St

    Noodle St

    4.4(1k reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $$
    Women-owned & operated
    Kid friendly

    After a long day of walking around, we decided to warm up at Noodle St. Being able to check-in with…read moreYelp was super helpful and gave us a good idea on wait time. Once we were seated, we were met with a friendly server who offered recommendations to our party depending on spice levels. I tried their beef fried rice and the portions were huge for the price! I had to get a braised egg and it made for such a great combo. I also tried their chili oil and loved how spicy it was. I wish there was a Noodle St. close to my city!

    My friends and I decided to try this place out after reading the wonderful reviews & seeing the…read morepictures of their dishes. I was also craving soup so this was the perfect option! We ordered their chicken wings, garlic string beans, spicy beef noodle soup, scallion pancakes, & beef scallion roll. The food came out within 10 minutes of ordering, which I appreciated since I was starving. The soup was packed with so much flavor & had a generous amount of knife cut noodles. The beef rolls had a nice light flavor to it & wasn't dry at all. The garlic string beans were PACKED with garlic, which was delicious. The chicken wings were a bit dry but nonetheless still pretty good. My friends really liked their scallion pancakes & devoured them all. Overall, I would definitely come back if I was ever in the area again. It definitely satisfied my cravings for Chinese food.

    Photos
    Noodle St - Stir Fry Noodles with Tofu ($15.80) - onions, spinach, bell peppers and carrots. With triangle noodles.

    Stir Fry Noodles with Tofu ($15.80) - onions, spinach, bell peppers and carrots. With triangle noodles.

    Noodle St - Dining room

    Dining room

    Noodle St - Beef Stir-Fry Noodles

    See all

    Beef Stir-Fry Noodles

    President Thai - thai - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...