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    Thai BBQ

    3.9 (489 reviews)
    ModerateThai, Barbeque
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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

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    Kai Yang (B.B.Q. Chicken) Dinner
    Gino C.

    This is still consistent on all food offerings and prices are great. But we just wanted to update the owners to please clean up the area and specially the restrooms. We understand it is busy but have a look and see. The food is so good and hate to see the cleanliness in detail is not a priority and may loose business. The front door glass needs wiping so please please clean up before someone posts negative reviews because of this, a quick clean up would make a difference. For years we have been telling the server but no one seems to listen. We still live the food and will update again.

    Receipt
    Terrysue T.

    Came here for lunch on a weekday. There was only one lady working tables and orders. There wasn't anyone dining in. People were seated at tables waiting for their to-go orders. I waited a few minutes before being acknowledged and then seated. Then waited another few minutes before she took my order. I ordered the chicken curry lunch special which came with a salad. The food came out really quick after I ordered. The portion was just right. The curry was yummy. The rice was a little undercooked. The chicken was okay. They used white meat; so if you eat it with the sauce it wasn't too dry. (I personally prefer dark meat or tender meat). The potatoes in the curry was nice. Be aware that either the price went up versus what the menu says OR their system's calculation is incorrect. I was charged $12.30 after taxes but before tips. If the chicken curry lunch special shows $10.95 and sales tax in Union City is 10.75%, the receipt should've said $12.13 before tips.

    Inside
    Annie A.

    Solid choice. Thai food seems to be the most expensive Asian food but what can I say it's good stuff. We needed a to go order for a quick get together and the service was fast and friendly. The portions were not the big, so we weren't stuffed. Taste-wise, it hit the spot but no stand-outs or phenomenal dishes. Did not dine in but there were a few parties inside. Definitely old and in need of a reno or deep clean, but the stickiness of it all adds to the charm.

    Lunch Special BBQ Ribs
    Gladys D.

    BbQ spareribs lunch special. Got 2 rice since I told them no salad please. The thai spring rolls is really good and flavorful! This is hidden gem all their food is freshly cooked and very delicious.

    Chicken Yellow Curry B.B.Q. Spare Ribs
    Jenny B.

    The reason why I've rated this 3 and not 2 is because if wer'e talking about the food itself, it would've been a 5. The pad thai, crab fried rice, yellow curry, and the pork spare ribs all tasted amazing. The service on the other hand, I would rate it a 1.5. We got to the restaurant around 4 P.M which was when it said it was reopened. They weren't ready at 4:40 and my family and I had to wait a couple more minutes. When we were finally able to sit down, it felt like the staff who served us was upset at us and felt very hostile throughout the time we were there. I think the most disappointing part is that we had told her that one of us had a peanut allergy and to not include it in the two orders of pad Thai we ordered and she still did. Several of us let her know about the allergy and still added it to both dishes. So if you're there for the food, I'd recommend it but for the dine in experience, I would not recommend that.

    1. Thai Bar-B-Q Spare Ribs
    Nini M.

    3.5! My bf was excited to try this place since the daly city one closed and he said it's the exact same! We got the ribs, the garlic short ribs, tom yum soup and pad see ew. I give it a 3.5 because it was good but it wasn't anything I haven't tasted before. It definitely tastes homemade but there was no "wow this is bomb" factor to any of it. My bf loved the ribs! We'll be coming back to try more. The waiter was nice and attentive. Restaurant was empty when we came but a lot of to-gos. We also went at like 530 so not dinner time yet. Love the cultural decor!

    S-6. Sweet Angel

    $16.95 for angel wings and shrimp fried rice? Amazing price for what you get! I've only had a bite of the angel wing and the exterior alone was so flavorful. Staff is very friendly I highly recommend!

    Dearest Crab ($12.95)
    Rachel L.

    Hidden gem for sure!!!! So good, so affordable, and generously portioned. The Beef Panang Curry was one of the best I've had. So flavorful with so many chunks of tender beef inside. Absolutely loved the tender chicken Sate as well as the dearest crab cakes serve freshly hot. Forgot to take a picture, but the spicy basil fried rice was so good too and they give so much! Prices are very affordable. Very casual, hole-in-the-wall spot. Service was just okay, but the food was the star. Will definitely be back when i'm craving authentic and affordable thai with generous portions.

    Vegetable Phad Thai
    Michelle H.

    I've been here multiple times and the food quality is very consistent! The pad thai and pad see ew are very yummy and flavored well. I wasn't as big of a fan of the wonton soup though (came off very peppery) and also have tried one of their chicken entree dishes and a vegetable dish. They were only okay and not something I would recommend from here. Their best is the noodles! Service was good. Usually we see the same guy working and he's always nice and quick with the service. Very attentive! Store dining area itself is also okay, no complaints. It's definitely not the newest restaurant, just about average. Only complaint is the bathroom is tucked away and theres a lot in the way to get there

    Garlic pork short rib
    Paul M.

    When I was a kid living in Los Angeles, we used to go to The Thai Original BBQ on 3rd and Ardmore. That restaurant put Thai food on the US map. I am so happy that they opened a branch here in Union City. The food here really brings me back to when I was a kid. Having lunch/dinner with family and friends. The food here is good. The service is ok (considering there was only one person running the dining floor.) Once we ordered the food came quickly. The ambiance is casual, homey. Great for families, friends, and even date lunch or dinners.

    Pad Thai chicken

    Ordered chicken pad Thai last night at 8:30pm, to go. The chicken is hard and dry like a jerky, the noodles are deep red-brown and is super salty. The tofu is burnt dry-crisp. This is not edible! Wasted $16

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    9 years ago

    I go here just for Papaya salad but some of their thai dish is pretty decent. Aside from the decent food, their staff is friendly too.

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    11 years ago

    Amazing beef sate and BBQ chicken dinner with original Thai BBQ sweet homemade BBQ sauce, just like found at the LA locations. Love it.

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    9 years ago

    Overall, we had a great experience and dinner was great. The only bummer was that there was only one waitress. :(((

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    This place makes the best tasting Pad Thai...Gr8 spot. Always greeted and take out is awesome for my family that come from So Cal.

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    16 years ago

    Location isn't the best. Rating only on the Pad Thai and Chicken Tom Yum Soup and service.

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    11 years ago

    This place is actually pretty good! Have only gone to Thai Kitchen but recently had to-go food from this spot and it is solid as well.

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    Super affordable. The food is tasty. I always come back to this place. One of the best thai food in union city

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    10 years ago

    Visited this place about 5 times, customer service is always great. Love their shrimp pad Thai and tofu with eggplant.

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    Ask the Community - Thai BBQ

    Does this place still make and serve Mee Krob? I can't find any place in the tri-city area that does.

    You can always ask them to make you Mi Krop :).. Call in and ask before going.

    Are they doing dinning in already?

    We are not doing indoor dining yet.

    Thai Original BBQ vs Thai Kitchen? What are the differences and your recommendations?

    I never been to Thai Kitchen and probably will never go there as long as Thai OBBQ is still standing. TOBBQ offers great quality food for a reasonable price. I swear I can't find a place who's prices are the same as TOBBQ that are actually worth it.… 

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    Sala Thai has been our family's go to for years whenever a Thai craving hits, and last night proved…read moreonce again why we keep coming back! After a long day at the beach, we were craving something warm and comforting. Since they close at 8:30 PM on Sundays, we called around 7:30 PM to reserve a table for four at 8:00 PM. I was a bit hesitant about coming in so close to closing, but the team was super welcoming and assured us it was no problem at all. When we arrived around 8:05 PM, the restaurant was buzzing, completely packed with a full dining room and a constant stream of takeout orders. Even with the rush, we were seated right away . The food was spot on as always: My Kids' Favs: Chicken Satay, Pad See Eww, and Thai Iced Tea, all huge hits with the kids. Pad Kee Maw (Drunken Noodles): Absolute perfection! Loved the heat and rich flavor profile. String Beans Chicken with Steamed Rice: The sauce had the ultimate spicy and tangy balance, exactly as requested. Portions are generous, so we even ended up with delicious leftovers to bring home. The service stayed attentive straight to the end, the staff thoughtfully checked in before closing the kitchen to see if we wanted anything else. We declined since we were completely full (and had already indulged in donuts and coffee earlier), but we appreciated the kind gesture. Consistent quality, vibrant flavors, and wonderfully accommodating hospitality. Highly recommend!

    Sala Thai has some of the better and more authentic-tasting Pad Thai I've had in the area. Their…read morecrab Pad Thai is also worth trying if you want something a little different. A lot of Pad Thai tends to lean heavily on the sweet side, which isn't really my preference. Sala Thai's is still slightly sweet, but it's much more balanced and not overly sugary like many others. I also recommend the Pad See Ew and Pad Kee Mao. The crispy fish is another must-order for me--the crispy texture pairs really well with their house-made garlic sauce. I've also catered from Sala Thai for my wedding, and everything turned out great. The owners are genuinely nice and were very accommodating, taking the time to work with us and make sure our needs were met. That experience made me appreciate the restaurant even more. Overall, a solid spot for Thai food with consistently good dishes and owners who genuinely care about their customers.

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