i had such an amazing experience here! our server was very kind and made helpful recommendations to us. he truly went above and beyond and made the experience special for us. there is plenty of seating. the space feels comfortable and casual. there are tons of windows that fill the place with natural lighting and there is a parking lot as well as street parking. we got the seasonal roast duck curry and i really like how they took the meat off the bones for us so that we could eat it more easily. i love duck but hate tediously removing the bones, so this made me enjoy the dish 10x more. everything was flavored perfectly and the prices are very reasonable as well. when we were finished, our server brought us some mango sticky rice free of charge. his thoughtfulness is much appreciated and i can't wait to come back here! read more

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This is a gem of a restaurant! The servers/staff are incredibly sweet and kind, and the food is flavored to perfection. It's a cozy, family-owned spot. I loooove the Pineapple Fried Rice and the Pink Lady (sweet & sour shrimp with veggies)! Highly recommend. read more

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It's a nice cozy family owned Thai restaurant. Parking is small but it wasn't super busy when we went. You walk in and it immediately feels like home. The staff are extremely nice we got the tom yum, pad see ew, and two curries (I don't remember the names). They also gave us complimentary mango sticky rice. We were so hungry I could only get a picture of what the table looked like after. Prices are really good too. I would go back when I visit Portland again. read more

Sivalai Thai Restaurant - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I love coming here, its been over 13 years since I have been coming here. This is definitely one of the original spots in Portland that you can't miss. The mom-pop vibes are here, home-cooked Thai meals, friendliest staff and hospitality, it has everything you need. read more

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We ordered delivery and the food arrived on time. We ordered the Fresh Rolls, Appetizer Combo, See Ew Noodle with Beef and Crab Fried Rice. The appetizer combo was great! Plenty of sauces to dip in and everything was delicious. The fresh rolls were crisp and refreshing. The ew noodles with beef were tender and flavorful. The crab fried rice was good sized with a nice amount of crab heaped on top. Everything was great and I look forward to coming back. read more

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This place has been on my radar and when I heard it was great, I had to check jt out. As soon as I walked in, I was greeted warmly by the staff and sat down. I ordered a Thai ice tea and spicy pork fried rice. I was amazed by the plate prices and quick and friendly service. My plate arrived promptly and each bite built on flavor as the meal progressed. The spice level enhanced the flavor and did not overwhelm my taste buds. I finished my plate and the staff gave me a complimentary small size mango rice pudding. It was a great gesture and ended my meal with an extra smile. I cannot wait to return and try the other dishes. The staff is super friendly and very welcoming. This will be my go to for my Thai fix for the foreseeable future - cheers! read more

Sivalai Thai Restaurant - Spicy pork fried rice - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Everything was great! Friendly and kind employees, quick service, delicious food!! Will come back again!

It never ceases to amaze me how PDX has so many great restaurants, Sivalai, definitely falls into this category! Great service, friendly and attentive. The restaurant is typical of what you would except of Thai design. The Tom Yum was great with 6 tasty shrimp being cooked exceptionally well! The Papaya Salad was great too! Only complaint was that I asked for both dishes hot, and they tasted like a mild to me. Oh well, still a great spot! read more

Sivalai Thai Restaurant - Tom Yum with 6 shrimp - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I've driven by so many times and finally got the chance to do lunch at Sivalai Thai! The exterior looks like a commercial building, but don't let that stop you - this is a sweet neighborhood spot that's been around for nearly 30 years. I got the Thai tea ($2!!!!), beef salad, pad see ew with tofu, and mango sticky rice. The prices are very reasonable, with options under $10 for main dishes. Everything tasted great. Next time I might increase the spice level. The fifth star is earned by the lovely staff here. I felt very welcome. I believe the owner was our waiter and he was calmly friendly, happy to discuss the menu, and kept the tea refills coming. read more

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We were in the neighborhood and decided to pop into sivalai Thai for a quick bite! I had the pad Thai and my husband had the drunken noodles! The food came out quickly and was delicious! We loved the complimentary mango sticky rice l. I wish that the soda was fountain soda is my only complaint! Loved the private parking and extremely friendly staff! Warm Welcoming atmosphere will definitely have us coming back! read more

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The service was so friendly and they really make you feel welcomed. The food was decent and the prices are some of the most reasonable in town. I wish this place was a lil closer to me. We had the appetizer sampler, the chicken pad see ew, and spicy tofu fried rice and a few of the soups and we all shared so I feel like I had a lil of everything. I was not the biggest fan of their spicy fried rice as I usually order basil friend rice at Thai places and therfore the flavors were definitely different and the chicken pad see ew was a lil too sweet for my taste buds but their soups and apps were good. They were so kind and nice here and they gave us complimentary mango sticky rice. I look forward to coming back and trying different items. read more

This is an amazing Thai restaurant, we visited for the first time yesterday and it is by far the most delicious Thai food my partner and I have ever enjoyed! The service is so amazing, they are extremely kind, even gifting us a complementary mango sticky rice :) Such a relaxing interior as well! read more

Delighted to give Sivalai Thai on SE Stark enthusiastic five stars. Very good Thai food at extremely reasonable prices. During our recent visits we've ordered the pad woon sen, nua yang, pad kee mao, namm sod, Sivalai cashew, panang curry, and mus-sa-mun curry, among other items. All delicious and carefully and freshly prepared, and our take-out orders came with complementary mango sticky rice. The restaurant itself is a charming little place with outoor seating, and the service is prompt and extremely cordial. Sometimes outstanding spots to eat are tucked away on tree-lined streets rather than on busy restaurant rows. Sivalai Thai is worth seeking out, and don't overlook the incredibly low priced $2 Thai iced teas. read more

Excellent spot for thai, the staff are so kind and the food was great! Quick service, fresh food and ingredients, overall such a wonderful place! I got the papaya salad and haven't tried it before so I can't compare to other places but this one was fresh and so tasty (could have had more spice but was still excellent) highly recommend if you're in the area. read more

Sivalai Thai Restaurant - SL2. Papaya Salad - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Wonderful, delicious food. Incredibly generous and kind staff who were very attentive! My only regret is I hadn't come here sooner. I got the red curry with tofu and a mango drink. read more

OMG. How have I never reviewed this restaurant? We've been going to Sivalai since the early 2000's, back when we were super young and super broke. The owner (I believe) at the time would always be excited that my husband's name was Joe, just like his. The portions were (are are!) great, and the food prepared with love. While we haven't eaten in the restaurant itself in years, we loooooove delivery from Sivalai. Our current favorites are: Spicy Fried Rice with Chicken (SOOOOO GOOD, especially if you feel like you're sick or fighting a virus off); pad thai (again, sooo good, with a nice depth of flavor compared to many Thai restaurants in Portland), and crab fried rice (hubby's favorite). We also love that we seem to get a free little mango rice pudding every time. Thanks for staying awesome, Sivalai! read more

Amazing deal and value. Extremely friendly staff. The prices are very affordable. I got the Tom yum shrimp and it was so good! I got mango sticky rice and the mango was a little too ripe and the rice was a little too sweet. This spot is easy to get to and parking is available. There is indoor seating. Super clean. read more

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Wonderful restaurant run by a terrific staff. Excellent food. It's our favorite Thai restaurant in Portland.

I spontaneously dined in with friends, and it ended up being one of the most enjoyable experiences I've had. The customer service was exceptional, attentive without being overbearing. They checked in on us regularly and even surprised us with a complimentary dessert. It's clear they truly value their guests, and that level of care alone made us all want to come back. Wishing continued success to this restaurant! read more

Just a solid family run restaurant (actually Thai as well!)... had a nice long lunch delicious food, courteous and friendly service... had many delicious things ( kiddo says the best Tom kha gai soup in town, and we've had a lot !) and their special crispy basil/ shrimp & chicken stirfry! So good we only got a picture of the Larb( pork) and sticky rice , cause we were hungry! And let's not forget the complimentary mango sticky rice for desert! ( took it to go as full) read more

Sivalai Thai Restaurant - SL12. Larb( pork) with sticky rice - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

fast service! great food, and plenty of choices to select from. The staff is really friendly and attentive. would definitely visit again read more

Sivalai Thai Restaurant - chicken and tofu N3. See Ew Noodle - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Very nice family and food tastes amazing! Very reasonable prices and free mints! By far my favorite Thai restaurant!

Best authentic tai food I've had in years!! Owners are so incredibly nice, I just wanna be here all day. Atmosphere is warm and inviting, reminding me of my childhood read more

Sivalai Thai Restaurant - Mini dessert - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

OPEN TODAY, MEMORIAL DAY. 11-9. Great food and service. Mel is amazing. We have eaten here many times. We had pork larb and chicken satay. It is a quaint small Thai restaurant. Children welcome. No Oregon lottery. EVERYTHING we have had here is delicious. Have been coning here about 8 yrs. We'll be back... again and again. read more

Just moved here and accidentally found this place. Already a family favorite. The food is fresh and delicious. Words can't describe the experience so go if you haven't. Even the water is special. read more

Sivalai Thai Restaurant - Potstickers, fish cakes and fresh rolls.... D E L I S H - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Homestyle Thai food with in a cozy setting, and service/hospitality is excellent. Everything is just too sweet for me read more

Sivalai Thai Restaurant - Sweet Rice with Mango - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Gem of a find! The food was delicious. We visited because of the recommendations on the reviews, and we were not disappointed. We generally love thai food anyway, and now we found a great sport for when we visit Portland again. read more

Sivalai Thai Restaurant - Pad thai and pad brocolli. - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

A very friendly, welcoming place with delicious Thai food. Prompt, friendly service. Peaceful ambiance.

Had a wonderful experience here! Very good service and the food was delicious. Had the drunken noodle with chicken and it was one of the best in the area. Noodles were fresh and bouncy with great flavor. Would highly recommend and will be coming back again. read more

Really feel bad about our experience tonight. Way too much door dash. Our in restaurant food was excellent. But very delayed due to all of the to go orders. Then people coming in to complain about the time it took for orders. Really not the evening out we expected. read more

We've recently moved to the Portland area. So far this is our favorite Thai restaurant. The service was excellent. The restaurant itself was quaint and nice. The food was tasty, plentiful and priced well. Give Sivalai a try. read more

Best food, above and beyond service from Mao, and the ambiance was perfect. Super clean and awesome place. Highly recommend. read more

Sivalai Thai Restaurant - Drunken Noodle - Thai Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Incredible food, excellent service. I got take out for a large group and the owner went above and beyond to accommodate

The food is amazing and the people who run it are so thoughtful and kind! I love going in there for the warmth and cool decorations, plus you always get a sticky mango rice dessert with every order. read more

Honestly I love this place so much! I've ordered on DoorDash from them far more than I've gone in person but my food is consistently delicious! The Drunken Noodles are my go to! My partner swears by their Pad Thai (he loves the chicken and egg portions within the dish compared to other places)! The dish portions are so generous! Absolutely suggest this restaurant! The best bang for your buck! :) read more

Owners are absolute sweethearts. VERY reasonably priced and delicious! Comes with mango and sticky rice if you order on the weekend! You have a life long customer. read more

The service was beyond, the owner always checked in on us and made us feel welcomed. We did family style, and were able to finish 5 main entrees between 5 people. Portions were decent, food in general was good for the price. Very affordable. Most dishes I would give 3.5/5 read more

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This place is my favorite Thai place in Portland hands-down for over 30 years well executed food and very inexpensive. The owners are wonderful. read more

Lovely food and great service. Biggest take away is the mango sticky rice, even in the winter it's the best!

We finally tried out Sivalai and had the Tom Ka soup with shrimp. It was exactly how I remembered it from Thailand. So good! I was warmly greeted and my phone-in order was all ready to go! We will be back to try more from their impressive menu. "Sawasdee ka" read more