Boca Raton can be... polite…read more Safe. Predictable. A place where flavor sometimes shows up wearing loafers. And then there's Chow Thai Cuisine, which kicks the door in and reminds you that spice is not a suggestion -- it's a lifestyle. Let's begin with the Tom Kha Gai. This soup isn't comfort. It's therapy with a PhD. Coconut milk silky enough to calm your nervous system. Galangal and lemongrass punching through like they have something to prove. Lime snapping you back to attention. It's hot, bright, layered -- the kind of dish that makes you pause mid-sentence and just nod. Fire. Absolute fire. Then came the Spicy Virgin Chicken -- and whoever named it that undersold it. This thing was off the chain. Bold heat. Real heat. Not Florida "mild but we call it spicy." The kind of balanced burn that builds instead of bludgeons. Flavor first. Heat second. Respect maintained. You can tell when a kitchen knows what it's doing. This one does. And here's the real test -- the only test that matters: Would we come back? Not "maybe." Not "if we're in the area." Not "with a coupon." Yes. Without hesitation. The Thai tea deserves its own paragraph. Creamy, sweet, but with this subtle floral undertone that sneaks in at the end like a quiet encore. It doesn't scream. It lingers. It knows exactly what it's doing. Now the tragedy. I didn't order the spring rolls. Why? Because I ran out of stomach. Which is both a failure and a victory -- because now I have a reason to return. And I will. The decor? Unexpectedly transportive. You walk in and it feels like you left Boca for a minute. Warm lighting, layered textures, a quiet otherworldly vibe. Not cheesy. Not forced. Just enough to shift your mood. Some restaurants serve food. Chow Thai serves intention.

We tried Chow Thai for lunch. At the time of this review it is rated a 4.5. I would say it is under…read morerated. I think it's the best Thai I have had in the area. Great portions, great, flavors, great service. It's a bit of a drive for me -- 30+ minutes but that won't stop me from returning. Chicken Pad Thai, Basil Chicken, Wonton Soup. Well done!

Was visiting my brother in Highland Beach and we decided to have dinner at OSHA. Great find! We…read morewent for Happy hour with 50% off drinks and a nice selection of food. For apps we got crispy rice cakes and spicy tuna roll. Both excellent. My wife ordered a leecee martini drink and loved it. We ordered 4 plates to share. Soba noodle with scallops, pork belly with chinese broccoli, pad thai and a chicken dish. All excellent and significant portions that we took home for lunch. For dessert we had the fried ice cream - Yum.

We stopped by for a late dinner and had a really great experience. The staff was very nice,…read morefriendly, and accommodating, and we enjoyed sitting outside for the evening. We ordered the spicy tuna roll (chopped tuna, kimchi sauce, masago, scallions, sesame oil instead of sesame seeds), the salmon skin roll (crispy salmon skin, cucumber, scallions instead of sesame, and eel sauce), and a seaweed salad. The rolls were absolutely delicious -- fresh, flavorful, and prepared perfectly. The only thing I didn't love was the seaweed salad because it also included cucumber, which wasn't my favorite combination. The restaurant is conveniently located next to MD Now and across from the 5th Avenue Shops. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area. Fun fact: the word "Osha" means tasty, delicious, or flavorful -- and I'd say that's very true here. Give them a whirl... you won't be sorry!

I really enjoyed my ramen from Nori. I had the kao soi ramen and was thoroughly impressed. I would…read moresay the broth was more of a curry with noodles than a ramen, however that does not take away from how yummy my dish was. Only reason for a deduction in stars is because the price point was a bit high in my opinion. I ordered my food for pickup. Food was ready on time and I could tell it was fresh off the stove. My meal was still steaming even when we got home. Since we did take out, and did not eat at the restaurant, I cannot give a proper review on ambiance. However I will definitely be back and plan to eat inside!

I really wanted pad Thai, but upon receiving my order, I realized I accidentally ordered a crispy…read morenoodle pad Thai? I've never had this before, and I wouldn't necessarily recommend it. It was strictly crispy noodles, not regular noodles. It was too crispy and fried, but this was my mistake for not reading! The crispy tuna rice was delicious and the kao soi ramen was the best ramen I've ever eaten. My friend ordered the ramen, and I forgot to snap a photo, but she let me try a few bites and I very much enjoyed it. My friends also let me try a bite of their fried rice, which was deliciously seasoned with garlic and vegetables. Aside from the crispy noodle pad Thai, everything was 10/10!

Just Thai still holds the crown for my favorite Thai restaurant! Annie is amazing as well as all…read morethe servers. Everyone is so friendly and treats you like family. We visit here at least every two months or so, and it has become our go to Thai restaurant. This place is so consistent, and I don't think there has been anything we have tried that we haven't been more than happy with. Obviously others feel the same because this quaint small restaurant often has at least a short wait for a table. Just Thai has lots of lovely teas and unique drinks. I also recommend speaking with Annie or any of the servers for recommendations on their menu. The son-in-law eggs are absolute perfection. They make the sauce in-house, and it's SO good. Be sure to check out the specials when you enter, because they often have lots of amazing dishes on the board. If you love squid/calamari, Just Thai offers many excellent dishes, and it's always fresh and cooked perfectly. Same can be said for any of the fresh fish dishes. They also cook up their tofu perfectly here, and it captures all the seasons and flavors of the dish. Their curries are delicious, and if you take leftovers of the curry home, you'll love it even more the next day. Don't forget to end your meal with the sticky mango and rice dessert. You will not be disappointed! Bottom line, Just Thai is amazing!!

Came here for lunch 2 days ago. Ordered my usual BBQ pork and crispy pork combo. My hubs ordered…read morethe Shrimp Pad See Ew, which was served with a generous amount of sauce, so soo good! We now know for Pad See Ew, shrimp is our preferred protein with extra sauce. For 2 people, we actually prefer to sit all the way at the end as it is more quiet.

Considering that Florida is far from an Asian food hub, this place is one of the better restaurants…read moreI've tried in Boca Raton. The happy hour is a 5. They have great prices and food, the best. Service was decent and the restaurant looks newly renovated. For food, we ordered the popcorn chicken pad thai, the lunar roll, salmon roll, and chicken satay. My favorites were the popcorn chicken pad thai and the chicken satay. The pad thai flavor was spot on and the popcorn shrimp was more succulent than I thought it'd be. I love that the pad thai had plenty of peanuts, sprouts, and green onions. The chicken satay is juicy and the sauce is on point. The rolls had better quality fish than other nearby sushi spots. Both rolls were also decently yummy. I would order everything again. Next time, I want to try some of their cocktails. They were all about $8, such an incredible deal. Overall, I recommend Lemongrass Asian Bistro!

FOOD was excellent Service was exceptional. Manager was over…read morethe top rude. He was abruptive and very unprofessional. He body blocked me from the bar seats. MY FAVORITE NEIGHBORHOOD PLACE. SUPPORT LOCAL

We were in Eathai just this past Thursday. A friend of ours has a band and he had a gig there…read more We had wanted to stop into this place sometime so this was a good reason out of the blue. We walked in to the place and grabbed a couple spots at their bar. Its a nice unassuming place. There people hustling about including the bartender. But she had 2 drinks over to us pretty quick. I wanted to try something new so I got the Nam Gek Huay. It was a tasty beverage with tea as the mixer. There were cloves of something on the top that were a nice touch. We found ourselves to the back where the small stage was. It was a nice turn out of people. We all got to hear about a dozen songs. Meanwhile we tried the pad Thai. I would say it was above average. It was a good time, and we will be back to try more of the menu.

I have bookmarked this for a few months now and so happy to have finally dined here…read more Eathai is one of the most impressive Thai spots in Boca. The ambience, quality of food and service, plus the plating/presentation was top notch. Love the spacious and modern/trendy ambience. There's a wall that separates the left side (restaurant) from the right side (bar/cocktail lounge). There's ample parking in the plaza. The menu is pretty expansive and truly lives up to the "modern" yet authentic take on Thai food. The Crispy Brussels Sprouts was a standout -- perfectly blistered, sweet and savory at the same time with just enough crunch. Super tasty! The Dry Rub Thai Chicken Wings was another highlight. Crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and coated in a seasoning blend that hits you with layers of flavor instead of just heat. I am used to chicken wings that are drizzled with sauce and this dry rub wings was such a nice surprise. This is honestly some of the best wings you'll find in a Thai restaurant. The Grilled Lamb Satay was beautifully plated -- smoky, and marinated just right. Paired with the peanut sauce and the refreshing cucumber-onion relish, it was a solid dish. Would have preferred the meat to be more tender though. The Jumbo Lump Meat Crab Fried Rice was comforting, served with a spicy green chili sauce. I was warned by our server that the green sauce is spicy, so I tempered the heat by adding more fish sauce. Generous chunks of real crab, fragrant rice, and well‑seasoned flavors. Service is efficient (will update this with the name of our server next time) and warm. The chef/owner is So. He is funny, friendly and hospitable and he makes his rounds to visit every table checking how everything is. This restaurant is now in our rotation for top Asian eats in Boca. If you're looking for Thai food with heart, flavor, and attention to detail, this place is a must try!

Larb Thai-Isan is my favorite Thai restaurant in South Florida. I've been here a few times and it…read morenever disappoints. The staff are always kind and welcoming, and you truly feel like you're transported to Thailand from how authentic the food tastes and the vibe in the restaurant. This time around there was barely any parking available in the shopping center but luckily there was only a wait of about 20-30 minutes. We were seated, greeted and served very quickly. This time around I came with a few friends and to start we had the papaya salad (not spicy {we forgot to add spice}), and the chicken wings. Both dishes were very fresh. As my main dish I ordered the Pad Woon Sen with shrimp and one of my friends ordered the Pad Thai with chicken (spicy). Both dishes were incredible and I would order them again. To drink I ordered a Thai iced tea which was rich and silky. And for dessert we shared an order of the mango sticky rice which was so flavorful and delicious.

The food here is absolutely incredible - it's a great place for a quick lunch or dinner. I've had…read moretheir Spring Rolls, Pad Thai and their Massaman curry - all I would highly recommend. The only thing I didn't like about it was them hurrying us out. As soon as we finished the food, the waitress asked us "nicely" to leave so they can service the other people waiting. We weren't planning on lingering, we hadn't even finished our drinks yet, so it felt a little rushed. When my friend decided to finish her wine before we got up., they stood around staring at us until we were uncomfortable. I will come back for the great Thai food. Just have to set my expectations that it's not a dinner experience.

This place is a neighborhood gem. The food is incredibly tasty, fresh, and piping hot, and the…read moreportions are massive--you easily get two or three full meals out of one container. ​It's primarily a takeout restaurant, but they do have a couple of tables inside if you prefer to eat in, rather than just take out. The staff is incredibly welcoming, sweet, and accommodating. ​If you're looking for delicious, reliable Chinese food, this is your spot!

I was so happy to find a Chinese takeout place that had vegan protein options, most notably that…read moremany of the chicken items could be made with tofu! I got the Sesame Tofu, and it was a good-sized portion of nicely fried tofu and lots of perfectly cooked broccoli. My boyfriend got the Garlic Chicken combo dinner and he was pleasantly surprised with everything, even the wonton soup that came with his meal. The guy working there that day was not expecting us to want to dine in, since it seems like all of their customers order takeout or delivery, but he gladly gave us some disposable plates and plastic utensils after we got our food in takeout containers. He was very nice and seemed both appreciative and amused that I attempted to speak in Cantonese with him (I am very rusty). Again, since it's a takeout spot, there were only two small tables inside and no outdoor seating, but it was extremely clean inside and very bright, unlike most Chinese takeout spots. Would happily come back here and try other tofu dishes!