I went to Thai Aroy with a friend during Restaurant Week, where they were offering a three-course meal for either $25 or $35. I chose the $25 option, which included an appetizer, an entrée, and a dessert. For the appetizer, I picked the shrimp rolls and crab rangoons. You get two shrimp rolls and four crab rangoons with a side of sauce. It was a really solid starter--perfect to hold you over until the main dish. I also loved that it was a duo, so you didn't have to choose between the two. That was definitely a plus. For my entrée, I ordered the shrimp pad thai, and this was actually my first time ever trying pad thai. I wanted to try something different, and I'm so glad I did because it was really, really good. I would honestly go back just for this dish alone. The shrimp was cooked well, the noodles had the perfect amount of flavor, and the portion size was very satisfying. No complaints at all. For dessert, you can choose between coconut ice cream or fried bananas. My friend got the coconut ice cream, and I got the fried bananas, and we ended up splitting both. Together? Delicious. They do offer them together as part of the $35 option, but since we both did the $25, we just shared--and it worked out perfectly. The customer service was also great. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted and seated right away. They kept our table clean, cleared plates quickly after each course, and checked on us throughout the meal. Everyone we interacted with was friendly, professional, and happy to give recommendations. Overall, I would definitely go back to try more of their food. This was a really good experience from start to finish. read more

Thai Arroy - Pad Thai shrimp - Thai Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

I wanted a light lunch and came in for some Tom Yum soup and a Larb Gai salad. The staff was very appreciative to have us there. Though they weren't busy while we were there, it's clearly popular based on the very nice reviews. Their menu has all the popular, typical Thai fare and several soups to choose from as well. Their Tom Yum was pretty good! Nice, robust flavor and fresh ingredients. Their larb gai was amazing! They serve it 'lettuce wrap' style, with all the ingredient pre-assembled in little Romain boats which were very easy to pick up and eat and they weren't messy. Flavors were great and the ingredients were very fresh. I would definitely come back here for Thai food! read more

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Lives up to its reputation. Good portion sizes. Big menu selection. Plenty of parking. No ambience. Tasty and served hot. Good service.

(3.5 stars) Tried Thai Arroy while I was in town for a couple of days. Thai food is perfect beach food to me, especially on a cool evening. The coconut soup was delicious. It was warm, comforting, and I Liked the big pieces of tofu and mushrooms. I'm still not entirely sure what the dumplings were...they were an odd texture to me, kind of gooey and soft, but the outside had a slight crunch to it. I can't even really describe the taste, either. I didn't taste the chives, though I saw plenty of them. The sauce was a savory flavor I'd never had before and I didn't particularly like it. I don't feel like it enhanced the dumpling. Maybe it'd be better with another sauce? The fried rice was typical thai fried rice. Steaming hot, veggies still have a crisp, flavored well. No surprises here. Ordering online was simple, pickup was easy and fast, and the place looked nice and clean inside (though I didn't stay to eat it there). I was greeted with a smile and I left with a smile, so no complaints. read more

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Absolutely delicious food, great service and a comfortable environment! Stopped in for an early Friday night dinner and enjoyed the following dishes: The veggie delight with chicken. Cooked perfect with a nice light but flavorful sauce. Rice cooked well as well. Chicken spring rolls-also tasty and flavorful! Service was kind, efficient and quick. Plenty of seating and they do have a large bar. read more

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Very nice place! The food was delicious and came out quickly - nice and hot. The Pad Thai chicken was very good and was served in a generous portion, as was the Tom Kha (chicken) soup. The restroom was very clean, which is always appreciated. read more

Thai Arroy - Pad Thai (chicken) - Thai Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Okay, This is just one of the restaurants myself and wife dined @ while in Virginia Beach, Va for the Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend... So the food was absolutely "A-M-A-Z-I-N-G" I know I had the Spicy Chicken Pad Thai which was OMG so good. We had a few drinks but I can't remember the name of them. I also got some curry chicken wit' potatoes appetizer; It was like a samosa. The customer service was A+ and our food & drinks came out fast, hot, and delicious! If you're in the area , stop by and do your taste buds & stomach a favor! read more

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We got a chance to visit during VB restaurant week and did a mix of two dinner options to really sample the menu. Let's just say every plate was clean when it went back to the kitchen. Our favorite was the Tom Yum soup here, very refreshing and perfect for this winter weather. The servers were very polite and made great conversation. We are already planning our next visit. read more

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Great atmosphere, fresh and delicious food. Wanted to check it out for a long time, should have done it earlier! read more

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If you want some authentic and quality Thai food then look no further! Thai Arroy is the spot to deliver some great food. We've been here a few times now in the past year and agree the food is pretty good here and we keep coming back even though we live like 25 mins away. This restaurant is located in a pretty unassuming area, right next to a laundromat. Don't let the no frills decor and exterior fool you, this place will deliver! I've gotten the Thai sausage and the pork sa wan (fried pork belly) on a couple of occasions and highly recommend both. The food is delicious and packed with flavor. The service here is super friendly and the staff loves seeing the little guy enjoy the food here too. It's never really too busy when we come but we also get dinner around 5.30 or so. I can't wait to check out some of their other noodle dishes here on my next visit! read more

Got the pad Thai with chicken and beef, crispy rolls, and southern curry with chicken and shrimp for take out. Everything was very delicious! The curry could've used a tad more salt to bring out the flavors, but overall it was a good serving and was tasty. The shrimp was AMAZING. So fresh and big! The chicken in the pad Thai and the rolls were a bit dry, but the lime and sauce provided helped. Would definitely come back and would highly recommend! read more

Thai Arroy - Thai Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Have been out of the area for a bit. Returned and ordered the same dishes I ordered over 11 yrs ago, tom kha soup and pad thai. Still freaking delicious. Staff was professional, thorough and fast. I am so happy they are still here! read more

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Thai Arroy is a cozy restaurant nestled in Virginia Beach. This simple eatery offers some of the most tastiest Thai dishes I've ever had. And to top it off, the service was genuinely wonderful. The owner was very warm and welcoming. My family and I came to Thai Arroy for dinner and we ordered several dishes to share family-style. Here are the dishes we ordered: * Papaya Salad - Crisp, sour, sweet, salty, crunchy and fresh. This was a perfect appetizer and side to pair with our dishes. * Crab Fried Rice - This was a crowd favorite with generous lumps of real crab meat. Squeeze some lime juice for a brighter flavor! * Chicken Tom Yum (Hot Pot Lemongrass Soup) - Probably one of the best Tom Yum I've had and much better than the ones I've had in California. This flavorful soup had a generous helping of chicken and veggies and came out piping hot! * Pad Woon Sen (Baked bean Thread Noodle) - This was a smaller portion. There is a strong ginger flavor, which I haven't tasted at other Thai places. It's not bad, it was just unexpected. I prefer the Pad Woon Sen from President Thai in SoCal. * Chicken Wings - Flavorful and garlicky. * Thai E Sarn Sausage - Wow! I loved the bold flavor of this sausage. This was a hit with our table. * Thai Pork Belly - Really good pork belly. It had a good balance of crunchy skin and tender meat, with just enough fat to give great flavor. It came with sauce and a cup of rice. * Roasted Garlic Whole Fish - The best dish of the night! We ordered the XL size and it was so worth every penny. First off, the presentation was unlike anything I've seen. They used the skeletal bones (the vertebrae) along with the head to be used as a platter to hold up the tender and crispy pieces of fish. It was garnished with fragrant cilantro and crunchy cucumber. The lime sauce over the fried fish was delicious! Loved how light the batter was because you can still taste fish. I would order this again! * Mango and Sticky Rice - A perfect way to end our dinner. We ordered a couple of these to share between our table. So so good! Our family enjoyed one of our last nights in VA at Thai Arroy, which translates to "Delicious Thai [Food]" and, indeed, it was arroy mak mak (very, very delicious). I will be back the next time I'm in Virginia Beach. read more

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Vegetable Rolls were good. Everything else (Massaman, Panang and Grilled Beef Salad - Nam Tok) was subpar. Living in Thailand, I have higher expectations than most. The curries were bland and Nam Tok which usually has tons of flavor was barely flavorful. Really disappointed since most reviews were good. Definitely would not order from here again. Also overpriced for what you get! read more

Thai Arroy - Massaman and Nam Tok - Thai Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Yummmmmm! This is close to our new house and right near my in-laws so we've been driving past this for quite a while. Tonight my husband suggested Thai so we came over for dinner to give it a try finally. Not super busy inside on a Friday night but a good crowd - a bunch of tables had just cleared so I think we missed a rush. We were seated immediately once a table was cleared and ordered Crab Rangoons and Thai dumplings with a Thai tea and hot green tea. I ordered the Red Curry with shrimp and sticky rice. Phenomenal. Soooo good. Omg. Slightly spicy but legit sticky rice and so much veggies and flavor. A lot of shrimp in the dish and great size as well. This had zuchinni, red bell pepper, peas, green beans, carrots and baby corn in the mix. Noms! My husband got the Mr. Greens with broccoli, green beans and another green veggie I can't remember with beef as his protein and it was in a very light sauce with brown rice. Excellent flavor and quality. Super fresh. Service was great and food was stellar. Probably the best Thai I've had in this area. Will def be back! read more

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My favorite Thai restaurant in town. The tom yom soup is phenomenal. The Thai basil with ground chicken is also delicious. The staff is also very friendly! read more

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Cute little Thai restaurant located in a tiny strip mall! We found it while searching on google for Thai spots near our hotel on the boardwalk. Make sure you don't try going on Tuesdays! That's the only day they're closed. We ended up going on a Wednesday afternoon for lunch and the place was pretty much empty except maybe one or two other customers. Our waitress was very sweet and attentive. We got their crab Rangoon, vegetable pad Thai, Penang curry and Thai tea! My husband is a huge fan of crab Rangoon so he thoroughly enjoyed those. I wish they were a bit bigger though. The vegetable pad Thai was good, the fish sauce wasn't too strong, which I like! The only downside was the curry, I'm used to a thicker sauce and theirs was very thin and runny. There was barely any curry for it being a curry dish, we had to ask for more but they weren't able to make more at that point. Maybe ask for extra curry when you're ordering if you actually want curry in your dish! Other than that everything else tasted great! A bit pricey for the meal but they are located in a tourist area so that's probably why their prices are high. I personally probably would not come back, I would try other Thai locations in the area. But this one wasn't too bad! read more

Thai Arroy - Crab Rangoon! - Thai Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Everything we ever had here was delicious. The staff is so kind and gentle and it's a great environment. They sometimes have karaoke nights. Anytime I was sick, this was a mandatory meal. The mango sticky rice is must! read more

Let me cut to the chase. TOM KHA. If you haven't indulged in this heavenly delight - then do it. I love this fricking place. People are always so kind and the food is yum. Yelp wants me to consider ambiance... But how can I do that when all I can think about that TOM KHA. Big Dog - OUT. read more

Thai Arroy - Ambiance - Thai Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Once again this place did not disappoint! The workers were very nice and friendly, and quickly took our orders. Actually, we received them lightening fast (which is incredibly rare to be honest)! The food was flavorful, and I enjoyed tasting all 3 meals ordered by our group (garlic chicken, chicken pad se ew, and chicken fried rice). We all basically had enough to bring home for another meal (which is always a bonus am I right?!). The eatery itself was roomy and relaxing! This is my second visit here, and I was needing a Thai fix since that's my absolutely favorite food of all times! I am happy to report I was brimming with Thai happiness when I left! Thanks Thai Arroy, you guys are awesome! read more

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My wife and I lived in Virginia Beach for years, and this location was easily one of our favorite spots. The owners are so caring and kind, and always took great care of us and even remembered our names. The food is phenomenal and had many our friends and family talking about how authentic the Thai food really is here. They continue to make beautiful changes to such a friendly and inviting atmosphere. We have recently moved and even then we plan to visit Virginia Beach and will make Thai Arroy a must stop and visit anytime that we are in the area. read more

Soooo good. They are masters of flavor. The various sauces are complex and delicious. Tom soup was interesting with mushrooms shrimp and other goodies. The curry puff was like a delicious pakora. Southern pad Thai with Duck was beautifully cooked. Rockfish also good. Nice atmosphere. Best Thai we've found in the area. read more

To say this is my favorite restaurant is an understatement. I absolutely love this place because of every single aspect of it. The service is just amazing; they know my family by name and never fail to make us feel right at home when we come in. And don't get me started on the food. To say that the red curry is my favorite meal is, again, an understatement. I love this place and it is all around a great atmosphere to eat and be with family and friends and enjoy a night. 10000/10 would recommend. read more

3.5 stars The test of the food was good, however peanuts were burnt & the vegetables were raw. Hostess needs lessons in customer service however, the waitresses were okay. read more

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Service nice but little slow, especially getting (adult) drinks. Our party of 10 dined w 1-1.5 hr remaining. Most enjoyed their dishes, which is complimentary since several were from out of the country and well traveled -- "this dish is great, they know how to make it right." Ingredients tasted fresh. Only complaint was "green curry was spicy." Will definitely be back, but won't get green curry. ;) read more

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A true hidden gem in Virginia Beach! Thai Arroy is a tiny, unassuming little restaurant next to a couple of laundromats. Inside, it is clean, cozy, quiet, and peacefully bustling with patrons. (A good, moderate amount of people, but by no means crowded or hard to get a table). The menu is full of amazing Thai options, including some variations that I've never seen before like Southern Pad Thai (more curry based) and Ginger Pad Thai. We ordered crispy rolls, dumplings, classic pad Thai, pad see ew, and pineapple fried rice. It was all so so delicious, flavorful, and we couldn't stop eating. The dishes came out piping hot and the portion sizes were generous. On top of that, the service was top notch. Everyone was so attentive and polite. We will definitely be returning here next time we're in the area! read more

Thai Arroy - Pad Thai (with Pad See Ew behind) - Thai Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Thai Arroy is located on N. Birdneck Rd. It is just south of the intersection with Virginia Beach Blvd. (Route 58). There is a Liberty Tax Service and a laundry place in that same strip, so hopefully this helps you find it easier. If heading north on N Birdneck Rd., it will be located on the right side of the road. My visit here was on January 21, 2023. I've heard of Thai Arroy and have passed the place several times over the years, but never made it into this place until now. What brought me in to try them? 2023 Virginia Beach Restaurant Week. I always try to visit places during this event that I haven't visited before or don't visit too often. You can see the green signage for this place, so that was a help in ultimately finding the right spot to turn into the place. There was ample parking in the front when I was there, but in busier times, they do have additional parking in the back of the place. When you first come in, it definitely looks to have a Thai theme to it. There is also a bar area to the left when entering as well. We did wait a few moments for someone to come up to be seated, but I do think it's due to low staffing that many of these types of places are having at this time. With the decorations and such inside, it definitely Thai's this place together well. After getting seated, a few moments later a server came to the table to ask what we wanted to drink. Both my mom and I did ginger ale. After bringing the drinks, she asked if we were ready, but we weren't quite ready yet since the Restaurant Week Menu did have a good amount of options. When she came back, she told us a different server would be taking care of us as her work day was done. The new server came over quickly and asked us if we had any questions, which we did not and we were ready to order at that point too. With the restaurant week menu, it is a fixed cost menu including an appetizer, entrée, and dessert. For the appetizer, I originally said I was going to do the Crispy Rolls. I have a mushroom allergy, and she said that mushrooms are in that, so I did the Crab Rangoon instead as the appetizer. For the entrée, I went with the Sautee Basil with Shrimp and for dessert I went with the Coconut Ice Cream. For the three course dinner, my mom went with the Vegetable Rolls for the appetizer, Pad Thai with Shrimp for the entrée, and a Fried Banana for dessert. A few minutes after ordering, our appetizers came to the table. They were both hot, so we did wait a few moments to try them out. The Crab Rangoon were really good. I liked that they weren't hard either when eating them and the sauce that came with them complemented the appetizer well. They had good flavor too. My mom enjoyed the vegetable rolls that she got for her appetizer. Shortly after we finished the appetizers, our entrées came to the table. Just like the appetizers, the food looked really good, but it was definitely hot, so we had to wait a few moments to dig in. Once we did, it was really good. The Sautee Basil with shrimp was really good. I loved the flavors in it and the kick that it gave too. The kick wasn't spicy hot, but was just right for me. The portion size is bigger than what the photos show. My mom liked the Pad Thai with Shrimp too. The Pad Thai is with noodles. Both entrées were really good. The final course of the meal was dessert. Shortly after finishing our entrées, our server came over with the desserts that we ordered in the beginning. The Coconut Ice Cream looked really good. It didn't take long for me to start on it. It was delicious. You could definitely taste the coconut in there. My mom liked the fried bananas too, but it was a little hard for her. Overall, this was a very good visit. I haven't had any Thai food in several years. The food and service were good. I am glad that I decided to try this place during Restaurant Week. They were able to Thai everything together nicely when it comes to the décor and food. If you are in the area and looking for some food to Thai out your meal, this place is worth checking out. read more

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Service doesn't get much better than this. Lots of restaurants could take a tip from this place who had TWO workers (only one server and one chef) on a busy Monday with at least 10 tables. Husband and our friend both got the lunch special which was choice of appetizer and a lunch entree. Their curry was wonderful. I had See Eaw with beef and the beef was SO tender. Most Thai places ruin this part of the meal but the flavor was lovely and the portions just right. The rangoons were delightful. I had a taro bubble tea that was also perfection. Our server was so wonderful and friendly and willing to advise or assist with whatever we needed. Would return again and again! read more

Enjoyed our visit here. The service is quick and attentive. Overall, food is good. Ambiance: 4/5 Food: 4/5 Service: 4.5/5 Shrimp Pad Thai is great and not as sweet as other places. Fried Rice and Drunken noodle are very good, we loved they are not oily, though just tiny bit saltier than our norm. The Basil Duck is very tender. First time we had Thai Sausage , it was great! We also had Thai Tea, which is not too sweet which is perfect. read more

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Let me start off by saying craving satisfied! Everything came out piping hot! Papaya salad was sweet sour & spicy! Beef salad was juicy and savory. The sticky rice came out steaming and fluffy. It came in the cutest sticky rice basket. For my main dish I had the suki noodles. Not a lot of Thai restaurants have sukiyaki noodles on their menu. When I saw it I had to get it. They did not disappoint! Highly recommend coming here when you're craving Thai read more

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It's been two years since I first got the pumpkin curry here. Myself and my previous coworkers still rave about the meal I described in my last review. This week begins my menu check to see if it is back in season... soon... I hope. In the meantime this is still my go-to thai spot near my house. They deliver via DoorDash, but the prices of each item are cheaper if you just order through the restaurant and pick it up. They have a dedicated spot right by the front door so you can get in and out quickly. My order today was the yellow curry with chicken and the drunken noodles with beef. Both were new dishes for me and I'll totally admit I got both just in case I didn't like one of them. Thankfully, they were both excellent. I placed my order online at 12:42 and it was already packed up and ready when I got to the store at 1pm. This is 10min earlier than the website suggested it would be ready. Drunken noodles don't always make the best to go food since when the dish cools you often end up with one big noodle clump. I was glad that I arrived early so everything was still hot & fresh when I made it back to my house. Both dishes were excellent and I look forward to enjoying my leftovers for dinner, and probably lunch tomorrow too. (Hopefully I can stretch them for dinner too if I make extra rice for the curry- a girl can dream). I really like that I can customize the spice level when ordering online. I was greeted quickly when I walked in to pick up my order. The staff were wearing branded masks, and they installed plexiglass in the area where I paid to protect their staff and guests - nice! Fingers crossed my favorite seasonal dish makes its return and it is as good as I remember it. In the meantime (and even if the dish never returns) Thai Arroy will continue to be in my regular takeout rotation. read more

A local favorite. Went on Friday night. More people order take away than dining in. Great space for a couple or a group to dine. Started off with the scrumptious fish bites. Fried to perfection and the dipping sauce was tasty. The Tom yum was just the right amount of spice. See Ew was a large portion but each bite was tasty and not too eggy like some I've had at other places. Definitely a place I would go again to curb my Thai cravings. read more

I've been hearing good things from this restaurant so we decided to give it a try one Friday night when we are in the area and are trying to find a restaurant that is open for dining. By looking at my friends' pictures, the ambiance of this restaurant seems bright and pretty. However when we got in, I noticed that restaurant is a little bit outdated. Some of the benches need to be upholstered. I did like the music area and the fish aquarium though. I pretty much stared at the fishes during our entire meal. We ordered the Chicken and Shrimp Pad Thai and Beef Pad Thai (medium spicy). We were supposed to order the crab fried rice, but when we looked at the price, we were shocked that it was around $25. Speaking of prices, I noticed that it was about 2x more compared to the other Thai restaurants. I would think that it was because they are close to Oceanfront. The serving was not huge as well, so I am not sure why it is more expensive. When our food came, the first thing I noticed was that instead of giving me the beef Pad Thai, they gave me chicken Pad Thai. Our server was very nice and polite. I plan to give this review a 2 stars, but I was really impressed with our server's customer service that I decided to give them 3 stars. She fixed my food right away. She also charged me the price for the chicken Pad Thai instead of beef to fix the kitchen's mistake, which I thought was really nice of her, even though we are prepared to pay for the beef's price. Since they had to redo my beef Pad Thai, my food was served wet compared to my SO's chicken and shrimp Pad Thai. It looked like it was rushed. My food was bland compared to his. To be honest, I would rather wait a little bit longer for a better tasting food than have my food rushed and taste bland. It wasn't spicy to so I had to ask our server for some spices to make my food spicy. I really wanted to give this place a better rating, but all I've enjoyed was their service and the fish aquarium. There are better Thai restaurants that are less expensive and has a better ambiance and food. Overall, I don't think we will be back at this restaurant anytime soon. read more

Thai Arroy - Chicken and Shrimp Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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Good atmosphere. Reasonable prices. Conveniently located within 10 minutes of our hotel. We played it safe and ordered the basics plus a few drinks. Downside was that the pad Thai was a bit mushy (overcooked) for our taste, and the curry was not spicy, very light on coconut milk. One of the chicken dishes we ordered was also undercooked (red). We realize that that was not the intent, but when we brought it to our waiter's attention, she did not acknowledge it as an issue. No remediation. Net-net: Our experience was disappointing. Hope it was just an off night. read more

Thai Arroy is a hidden gem in my opinion as it has fresh and authentic Thai cuisine! The owner is super friendly and welcoming and takes great pride in his work and makes sure everything is up to his standard. It's hidden in a corner off of Laskin Rd and parking can be tricky if it's busy. Extra parking is available in the back though. The interior has ample seating and decorated nicely. We just made it to happy hour and they have great deals on drinks and appetizers that starts at $1 a piece. We ordered some crab rangoons,Thai dumplings, Dry Curry with beef, and the tasty Thai Tea. The crab rangoons were delicious as it has a unique taste compared to other places. The Thai dumplings were scrumptious with the savory dipping sauce and it was a hit. The Dry Curry has a pretty good heat to it but beware, it has bamboo shoots which can steer people away. However, the creamy coconut sauce with the spice made it a solid dish! What I also like about their menu is that they have spice levels for full disclosure as Thai cuisine can be extremely spicy if that's your preference. I would try their Jungle Stew which is the highest spice rated dish next time to see if it really is that hot :)). Thai Arroy is a solid choice for Thai cuisine near the Oceanfront and Hilltop area in VB. Will continue to frequent this place!! read more

Thai Arroy - Happy Hour - Thai Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

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The place is clean, the menu has photos which is helpful, the staff is friend & pretty quick, and the food is excellent. we were celebrating a birthday & waitress brought out ice cream with a candle. we can't wait to go back. read more

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Amazing service, amazing food, and the atmosphere is very relaxing even at the bar. We will definitely be coming back for more!

Pad see ew was absolutely delicious. Pricing was very reasonable. The ambience was similar to the old Chinese restaurants in New York in the 1950s. read more

My asian palate demands that I find an asian restaurant within 2 days of any vacation. Thai is generally a safe bet in cities outside of LA/NYC. However, Thai Arroy was a disappointment as far as flavor went. Very lackluster tom yum soup and eggplant curry - both also pricier than I'd expect for their portion size. I appreciated the booth seating which made it easy to catch up with a friend with relative privacy. read more

Thai Arroy opened in 2010 and quickly became regarded as one of the best and most authentic Thai restaurants in the area. This is their second location with their first one giving birth in Baltimore. Their menu is an ambitious one, featuring dishes I have never seen elsewhere in any of our other local Thai restaurants. The owner reportedly catches some of the fish himself for their seafood specials. The restaurant was easy to find. As I turned onto North Birdneck Road from Laskin Road, its green awning caught my eye instantly. The restaurant is larger on the inside than it appears from the outside. There are only a handful of parking spaces in front with a larger parking area in the back. There is a rear entrance as well. The interior includes a bar area and plenty of seating. My favorite seat is in the booth closest to their fish aquarium, which is soothing to my eyes. Their lunch special menu was discontinued last year and was replaced with a single pricing menu for both their lunch and dinner hours. They are also now charging $1.50 for steamed rice. I have tried the following dishes to date during three lunch time visits: TOFU TOD: Crispy Fried Tofu served with Sweet Chili Sauce and Ground Peanuts. This is a traditional Thai appetizer with the tofu pieces typically cut up into triangular bite sized wedges. The ones served here were presented in large rectangular brick like shapes, They were overcooked to a tough and dry texture, and the chili sauce was of little help. It was a struggle to get through them. My Rating: 2 Stars. GRILLED BEEF SALAD (NUM TOK): Medium-Rare Beef, seasoned with Lime Juice, Ground Chili Peppers, Onions, Mint, and Thai Spices. This dish hails from the Issan region in northern Thailand. The description failed to mention toasted rice powder, an essential ingredient for an authentic version that gives this dish its distinctive crunch and helps bind the other ingredients together. I was unable to detect it. The beef slices were not cooked medium-rare as described and displayed no traces of pink. Otherwise, they were tender with some of their juices still intact. The flavors from the other ingredients came through nicely. The biggest rush of flavor came at the very end when I slurped down the puddle of juices left in my plate. My Rating: 3.5 Stars. JUNGLE STEW (GANG PAR): Cooked in Chili Paste with Chicken, Rhizome, Fresh Basil, Peppercorn, Eggplant, Mushroom, String Bean, Carrot, and Baby Corn. This is the only local Thai restaurant where I have found this dish. It is listed as the hottest dish on their menu with the words: "Caution, this dish is very spicy. PRO only." My hot tooth enjoyed the heat. This is a water based curry dish with no coconut milk added and one that originated from the mountain city of Chiang Mai in northern Thailand. Its name was derived from its appearance, which is said to resemble "a whole jungle in a bowl" with its abundance of plants and vegetables. I liked the presentation of the young peppercorns served on their stem. On the downside, the carrots strongly overpowered the flavors of the other ingredients. I was tasting carrots in my mouth all the way home. My Rating: 3.5 Stars. CHIANG RAI BEEF SOUP: Rice Noodles with Flank Steak in a traditional Herb and Beef Broth served with Bean Sprouts and topped with Roasted Garlic, Cilantro and Scallion. This soup reminded me very much of Vietnamese Beef Pho, but without its richness and complexity. The broth gave me a powdery aftertaste. The flank steak was cut up into small pieces and presented a pallid appearance. Yet, the soup still managed to hit the spot on a chilly day. My Rating: 3.5 Stars. DRUNKEN NOODLES (KEE MAO): Flat Rice Noodles sauteed with Chicken, Fresh Chili, Collard Greens, Tomatoes, Egg, Onions, Bell Peppers, and Fresh Basil. This is the best dish I've had here to date. The Collard Greens worked nicely, and I enjoyed their leafy green color, flavor, and texture. The extra wide noodles were tasty and toothsome. One mishap was a large and squishy chunk of tomato that gave me a squirt where it wasn't wanted. Otherwise, I enjoyed the dish and took some home for a second meal. My Rating: 4.5 Stars. MANGO & STICKY RICE: Their version was delicious overall, but just a tad too sweet for my tastes. I had to let the rice cool off a bit before I could eat it. My Rating: 4 Stars. Service was excellent with each visit. When I crunched the food numbers, they were not enough to round up to a 4-star rating. A 3.5 star rating would have hit the mark but was not an option. I had to round down. A future update is being planned. I want to try their Khao Soi and Trigger Fish Fried Rice when they become available again, as well as one of their fresh catch seafood specials. My rating is based only upon three solo visits and a very small sample of their offerings. Here's hoping my future update will result in a higher rating. read more

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