Delicious!!! This is my favorite restaurant in Nashville. I really like the food here and it is perfectly delicious. Things that I always order is Veggie Spring Rolls, Veggie Fried Rice, Green Curry with Vegetables, Red Curry with Vegetables and Hung-Ray Curry with Vegetables. And just cannot resist the taste of these items. I am already tempted while writing these names out. :D The ambiance is good not to fancy but it is good. The service is good too. If you are a Thai food lover, you should definitely visit this place. Hands Down this is the BEST Thai Restaurant in Nashville. read more

Siam Cafe - Yummy! Green Curry with Vegetables. - Thai Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I love Siam Cafe, it's one of my favorite Thai restaurant in Nashville!!!!! Highly recommend!! High quality food, and well cooked.

Hot pot soups and Siam fried rice. Cool fusion of old and new with an established vibe.

Very solid choice for Thai Food. Staff is very friendly and they stay open till 10pm. Som Tom (green papaya salad) was really yummy! Ordered medium spicy and it had just a hint of hotness. This is a savory salad of shredded green papaya, slivers of carrot, tomato all marinated in a sour, briny, and tad sweet dressing. One if my fav salads and this one is just as good as the som toms in Los Angeles. Soy Sauce Noodles (pad see ew) were good too. Scrambled eggs with broccoli, chicken and flat rice noodles stir fried in a sweet soy sauce. Their pad see ew is a little more gravy like reminiscent of lad na. I prefer a little darker soy sauce flavor and slightly drier noodle. If you can't take spicy, try this noodle dish. You will like it :) read more

Siam Cafe - Soy Sauce Noodles with Chicken - Thai Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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I love Thai food, especially Pad Thai, so when we went here for Supper Club I was really excited. I enjoyed what I had for dinner (for the most part), but it ended up making me really sick. My friend was fine though. I might try it one more time to see if it was me or the place itself, but it definitely gave me a mixed first impression. read more

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Covid 19 update: they are open for takeout. They have been busy enough that they haven't been able to answer the phone sometimes which is cool read more

Great Thai restaurant. It is consistent and the food is very good. No complaints. I eat here every time I am in Nashville!

Best authentic Thai food I ever had! The best food is usually in small places like Siam Cafe. The food is not greasy and it truly has a tradicional delicious taste! The owners are really sweet and funny. This restaurant is our new spot for Thai food! Bravo!! read more

Quality and quantity was good. Loved the flavour of all the items... except that it wasn't spicy at all.. even after specifically asking for higher spice level. Would definitely recommend this place. read more

I felt terrible walking in at 925pm but I had a craving I had to get tackled. They welcomed me in without problem! Soup- Tom Kha Gai- tasted like the used instant paste for the flavor. Idk but it was too sour, not enough coconut milk for my taste. I love thai for the 3 flavor balance (hot, sour, sweet). read more

Look no further for a better Thai restaurant in Nashville. The food is always fantastic, authentic and very reasonable. Year after year the food is consistently amazing! read more

The presentation alone is sweet but the taste is even better! This soup was recommended to us by a very bubbly waitress. It's actually a variation of what's on their menu. I don't know if it's word for word written on their but it's the Tom yum or kha whichever one is not coconut based. With clear noodles and seafood. It was fantastic! read more

Siam Cafe - Thai Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

The food here is always excellent and the service is great. After many visits to Thai restaurants around Nashville, this has become my go to. The owner is great and is always very friendly. read more

Okay I'm partial. I grew up practically next door to this place. I've lived in Nashville my whole life and grew up in Woodbine. I love Siam and always have. The owners are always super nice and they always serve more than enough. It's nice to see a place with the same people for nearly 30 years. Now the Parking stinks but, Let's just say I'm close enough to walk when I visit my home place and just park there. I pray they never leave this locale. My favorite is anything with eggplant and bamboo shoots. Their noodles are great as well. Honestly, I love everything they make. read more

If you blink you will miss this place but it's worth the try. The food is delicious! One of my new favorite Thai restaurants.

This is probably my favorite Thai restaurant, the food and owners, employees and waiters are equally and hands down five stars! Order anything you wish to, you can't go worng here !!! We ordered Thai ice tea, veg spring roles, veg hot n sour soup, red curry, fried banana and coconut ice cream for dessert. They all were treat for taste buds, I would definitely visit this place again. Thank you! read more

This was my first visit. I'd read all the reviews and driven by and seen the small parking lot always full at night. My test dish is pad ke mao (drunken noodles, which Siam Cafe calls spicy noodles). So that's what I had. I ordered it medium hot, and they got the spice level perfect to my taste. But the noodles were too oily, and just didn't measure up to other Thai places such as Thai Phooket and King Market. Also, I ran out of water before it got refilled, and had I used the side dish of chili, I would have been in trouble. It looks like curry is the preferred dish here, so next time I'll try that. read more

Siam Cafe - Thai Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Been visiting this place for over 20 years, but after hearing the lady at the front counter today say to a customer "Can't you read? It's in your language" as they asked about their to-go order, I'll never spend money here again. read more

Maybe we just came on an off day, but it was a VERY off day. Place looks a bit rough on the outside, but eh who cares so long as the food is good. ... here, it was not. Everything tasted stale. Old. Not fresh. Thai coffee, burnt. Soy noodles, a bit hard and chewy. Veggies in the curry, meh. People were nice and I wanted to like it. I feel bad about giving them 2 stars, but that's what it was. read more

Green curry heaven! This is by far my favorite spot in Nashville for Thai. Anytime the craving hits, we head over to this South Nashville gem. I am so in love with the green curry w/ beef (hot) that I can't speak too much to the other entrees. I tried a bite of my boyfriend's red curry (native) which was very good, but a little too hot for my taste. I always have to get the fried bananas for dessert, even if I am stuffed... Another note is they have a very inexpensive, though limited, wine list. You can get a decent bottle for less than $20. read more

Being a creature of habit, I most often order the same thing at Thai restaurants, however, after doing some research, I decided I wanted to try some Issan-style Thai so I asked the lovely lady who seated us if they had a special "Thai" menu. She enthusiastically pointed to the menu on the table. I think she misunderstood and I said, "what I mean is a special menu from which Thais order" and she again pointed to the same menu. So, I further asked her if they did any Issan specialties that are not on the menu. She said "Laab" so that is what I ordered. "Laab" (sometimes "Larb") is an Issan-style meat salad, very pungent, usually spicy. My dining companion and I ordered the Tom Yum Kai (not on the menu), Laab (not on the menu), Som Tum, Pad See Ew (not on the menu) and Red Curry with Chicken, all ordered at native Thai spice level. I explained that we like our Thai really hot (native Thai hot). It was very, very hot and lovely, but not the incendiary spice-level for which we were looking. The Tom Yum Kai was exquisite and redolent with lemongrass and Kaffir lime leaf; the Som Tum, pungently sour with fish sauce, lime juice and dried Shrimp, and shredded green papaya. It was the perfect foil for the blazing Laab (ground chicken, lime juice, Thai bird chiles, red onions, cilantro on a bed of lettuce). The Pad See Ew was quite delicious, as was the Red Curry. Unfortunately, the red curry came topped with some of the ground chile powder instead of chopped Thai Bird chiles (which are truly incendiary). The taste, though, was fantastic. This is, without a doubt, the best Thai in Nashville. read more

From the day I've come to Nashville, I've heard Thai Phooket this, Smiling Elephant that. Those are both okay destinations, I suppose. However, it is evident to me that neither of these constitutes Nashville's best Thai option. Thus far, I have to hand that trophy to Siam Cafe, whose rich flavors and quality ingredients have come the closest to reminding me of what I can get back in my native CA. One product that I've had a tought time finding in Nashville is a really good flat noodle. However, Siam's Pad Kee Mao indicates that at least one place knows how to make them right. Furthermore, I was really impressed with this place's intuition on spice level. I wanted something medium-highish and this place knew right where to go. Perhaps the most special thing, though, was their squid. I loves me some fresh squid, and it was one of those rare times in Nashville where it didn't taste like it had been frozen for three months after having washed up on shore after Deepwater Horizon. Room for improvement? The service was unattentive...waiting for water when you're burning up on Thai chilis isn't the most pleasant experience. Also, the onions were cooked a bit sloppily...I was getting occasional whiffs of undercooked onion which I personally don't enjoy. Above all, though, Siam Cafe is my new go-to spot for Thai in Nashville until someone can demonstrate that there is a better option. read more

Cannot... bring myself... to like... Siam. Sigh. I've tried. Really. My friends love it here and I'm not a picky eater, so I tag along. Maybe it's because I usually go at lunch and we usually end up getting something from the buffet. In which case, I feel like a two-star "meh" says it all. On the whole, I love Thai food, but this buffet is your standard Asian fare per mall food courts. You know the kind: glazey, breaded chicken... sometimes sprinkled with sesame seeds; fried rice; soupy broccoli with chunks of beef; chewy eggrolls. It's not the kind of food one should necessarily be excited about. Perhaps ordering from the menu is different. I'm kind of hoping it is. Also, lesson learned. No matter how delicious your friends tell you the Thai tea is, do not order it unless you can handle the sweetness in a 5lb bag of sugar. I couldn't finish mine and ended up wasting the $2.50. Free refills on soda though! There's a plus. As others have mentioned, the parking situation is EXTREMELY limited. In the case you can't find a spot, take this as a sign from the universe and park across the street for lunch at the blue-roofed Kebab Gyro instead. read more

Beware of what you eat!! This is one of the most unpleasant thai restaurant I ever been. I was petrified from this and have gotten sick for the rest of the day. I came with my boyfriend to eat lunch, and obtained noodles from the food stand. Unknowingly, I heard a loud CRUNCH when I was chewing on it, and revealed that it was a cockroach. I alarmed the manager about this and she was apologetic. Then she offered me a second plate of noodles, and this time, I discovered a tangled piece of hair in it. The lady apologize again and offered to give our money back, however, I was nice enough to let them keep it. As a result, I and my boyfriend left and never coming back again. read more

I'm sorry, but I just don't drink the Cool-Aid when it comes to Siam Cafe. My co-workers told me this was one of the great Thai food places in town and so I let them take me here one day for lunch. While they seemed to like it, I thought it was really bad. The service was just down right TERRIBLE! Two ladies attempted to work the entire dining room, getting food and drink orders completely mixed up the entire time. When the food trickled out to the table it was cold, wrong or both. Anyway, a week later I took my co-workers to International Market by Belmont, and nobody has been back to Siam since. read more

Siam cafe is one of those places that you might pass up on appearances. This is hands down my favorite Thai place in town!! However, I have never been impressed by the entrees. I have tried a few of them and they don't rock my world. Why do I give it four stars then? Because and this is a HUGE because, the Tom Ka Kai is something I crave in my dreams, when I am sick, when it's hot, when I am thirsty, when I happy, get the picture? I have had a few different versions of Tom Ka Kai in other cities and restaurants and I feel Siam makes a wonderfully rich coconut concoction with just the right subtle hints of lime, ginger, chili's that just make my taste buds sing. My husband and I order the large and it comes in a large metal donut shaped bowl with flame in the middle with a side of sticky white rice. This really is enough for two people as a meal. Now, the other wonderful thing I LOVE here is the steamed dumplings. I horde these things like an alcoholic hordes his boos. I don't even let my kids smell them for fear I might have to share. I have never tasted anything like them but sometimes I think I could write epic tales worthy of Homer after having eaten them. Take my advice, stick with the soup and dumplings and you will leave a happy camper. read more

Love this place! Best Kee Mao in town! Get it "native thai hot" (if you can handle it). They pretty much have great everything though. I would also recommend the red or green curry. It will literally light your a** on fire. If you are a fan of the "hot and spicy" like I am, then get the waitstaff to bring you a small bowl of peppers with fish sauce. If your food is not spicy enough, then adding some of those peppers will change that in a hurry. The place looks completely ghetto on the outside but it actually has a pretty decent interior. So I would say it's a nice quiet atmosphere on the inside. A good place to take a date. Also, I must say the prices are quite reasonable, and the service is always excellent. read more

So I've been to Siam Cafe around 6-7 times now and I've been waiting to write a review. Last night I took my wife there for Valentines Day and it really served to seal the deal. So I'll start by telling you what we ordered because every single thing was delicious and the price is spot on. I recommend anyone new to thai or this restaurant, if you don't know what you like, try the following items. We had: Starters: Fried Spring Rolls, Steamed Dumplings, and a large pot of Tom Ka Kai Main Course - Red Curry Beef(spicy red curry with an assortment of mixed vegetables) Desert - Fried Bananas(bananas wrapped in won-ton skins deep fried soooo crispy and laced with honey and sesame seeds) We shared everything(which is the only way to do Chinese and Thai imo). Warning: DO NOT SKIP THE TOM KA KAI. I've had it at so many places but never as good as this. Its probably one of the best soups I've ever tasted in general. Try a little chili oil in it! I've also had Green Curry Chicken, Panang Beef, and the Disco Chicken all of which were very good, but the curries are my favorite for sure and they do them right. What did all this food come out to? 26 bucks! Atmosphere: Call me wierd but this place looks like a converted laundromat and I LOVE IT. Its homey and not trying to be something its not like your typical asian restaurant. I've seen staff family members running around the place on numerous occasions. Call me crazy, but at night time its well lit and comfortable. Great place to share dishes with whomever you are with. Finally, the lady up front and who serves sometimes is fricking hilarious. She might catch you off guard joking around but she's really funny. I could complain about the parking, but its a small family owned Thai place. Cmon, its about the food! read more

This is my happy food! The outside of the building and interior are nothing special, but don't let that throw you off. The food in incredible. I have eaten in and had take out from the steam table. Both are very good, but I agree with Brian R try the Hung ray curry and the disco chicken are not to be missed. The staff is very friendly and attentive. The prices are also very reasonable. read more

Don't be thrown off from the outside (or the decor of the inside), this place is a Thai food Mecca. Came here first on the recommendation of my ol' buddy Brian R., who used to eat here multiple times a week. Great location to stop at for lunch or dinner if you are out at the zoo. I find myself craving their Tom Ka Kai soup at the most inopportune times. Really awesome comfort food. Never tried the buffet, I am kind of averse to them in general, and I like things extra spicy, so I've always ordered off the menu. I especially love the Disco Chicken - try it if you haven't. Very affordable and has stuff that satisfies the vegetarians, too! read more

I always order the green curry with either shrimp or chicken, but my husband is much more adventurous. One time we got a whole fish- eyeballs an everything!- it was baked with a clear sauce and vegetables on top. It was pretty good though for something that looked so scary, that thing had teeth! It was very large, I believe it could feed 3-4 people. When my husband isn't deployed, this is one of our top places to get Thai food, they not only have the traditional dishes but also some unique and very different entrees; if you want to try something new, this is the place for you! read more

Siam has always been one of our favorites - great food, great people. Flavors are always savory, food seems very authentic, love them!

This place is perfect! all the way from the built in hide-a-way floor seating and no air conditioning to the lunch time buffet line and a plate full of the best duck you didnt order! The English can be rough and in the summer its more a sweat lodge than a dinner on the town but all of this and more is worth the last little dribble down your chopstick! Ive been eating at Siam since the early 90's and the food has been heavenly every single time. Favorites: Nam Sod, Mee Krab and the Pla Lard Prig is devine! read more

Siam Cafe is hands down the best Thai food in Nashville! The service is just as fantastic as the food! The owners are both so sweet and remember their customers. On Valentine's Day, they have us a free cupcake for dessert. The thought and care that goes into the restaurant is extremely apparent and very much appreciated. Cannot recommend this place enough!!!!!!!!!! read more

A really bad place. Food is super sweet and sticky, not even remotely what Thai food should be read more

Siam Cafe - Duck curry... Very dry duck, it felt like it was cooked days before and then threw on a very bland curry sauce - Thai Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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First off - looks can be deceiving. The interior of this place is like a tricked out 70's den that the owners have spruced up with asian restaurant fare. You can sit on little pillows at your table at some seats, but thats about it for ambiance. Do NOT let that sad looking mostly typical chinese buffet up front upset you - do not order from it. Order from the menu. I am an omnivore through and through, but I like to get classic thai dishes here (curries and yummy gingery or peanut-y noodles) made with the tofu, they do tofu right here! Crispy and soft on the inside, not too greasy either. The Thai tea is pretty standard and they could work on getting things out a little quicker when you eat in-house, but other than that my neighborhood joint will keep getting my thai food craving love. read more

Loved this place. It looks a little sketchy outside but the inside is cute with lots of decor. The booths may offer very little back support, as they're basically benches with little cushions, but they up the decor. Anyway, on to the food. We ordered some spring rolls and I got the spicy noodles with chicken while he ordered a red curry with chicken. The spring rolls were good and obviously fresh. My food was sadly not quite what I expected after reading the description on the menu but was still seasoned and cooked perfectly. If you like basil, definitely order the spicy noodles. My boyfriend kept asking to trade with me he liked it so much. His curry, we agreed, was probably the best we've eaten in Nashville. It was so creamy and flavorful. The chicken and vegetables were cooked well but man the broth was the star of the whole meal. My only complaint might be that my food wasn't quite as spicy as I wanted. We both ordered hot (the options being: mild, medium, hot and native Thai) and mine came pretty mild while his was perfect. I'll go for native next time. Definitely going back! read more

It's a small place but they have big flavor. Another long standing neighborhood business. When we are craving thai flavors ...we will most always order from Siam's. I just love how fresh everything is ...no matter what day or time you order. So consistent in service and product. My Son used to stop by after school with a school mate. They would order the spring roll. read more

Doesnt look like much on the outside, but the food is amazing. Best Thai food hands down. Definitely worth a try. I will say I'm not huge fan of there buffet but everything out of the restaurant side is amazing!! read more

Very friendly. Delicious and consistent authentic every visit. My husband comes regularly and brings home takeout. I will return to try more menu items. A vegetarian favorite is the Spicy Eggplant read more