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    4.2 (137 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Mango Fish Salad.

    Thai Bistro has the best salad (Mango Fish Salad) out of anywhere in all of Santa Barbara and beyond! It is so unique that maybe you wouldn't ever think of trying it but the flavors burst in a perfect combination in your mouth and you can tell every single ingredient is fresh and the food is made with love! I have tried the Pad Thai and the Chicken Satay as well and everything is good! The servers are all so kind and attentive and I highly suggest going to this wonderful restaurant! The owner who created this recipe is genius!!!

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    Megha R.

    Wow! I really had to keep reminding myself to take pictures before we gobbled up all the food. We got the fried Tofu, Vegetable Pad Thai, Vegetable Pineapple Fried Rice and Spicy Eggplant with Tofu. Everything was absolutely delicious! The pineapple fried rice in particular had so much flavor. The two gentlemen that were at the front were very attentive and friendly. They helped us make decisions on what to order and the spice levels we requested were spot on! The restaurant is small and the decor is not overwhelming. We got here right before it got busy and our food came out quickly.

    Khao Soi Noodle Soup + Tom Yum (Small) + Pad See Eww
    Ethan P.

    We had Pad See Ew and Khao Soi with Tom Yum Soup! Pad See Ew doesn't look as dark as ones I get from other places, but it tastes good and isn't overly salty! I liked it! I had Khao Soi for the first time and it was really nice too! The portions are big imo and I was SOOOO full. I finished the Khao Soi, but really I should have taken some leftovers home. Total came out to what, 55? Server was very nice and friendly and courteous! Bathroom was bathrooming. Nice.

    Fresh Rolls
    Michelle C.

    Ordered take out! Got chicken satay and fresh rolls to supplement a homemade meal. Chicken satay is a classic appetizer and was good with the peanut sauce and sweet cucumbers it came with. The Fresh rolls are refreshing but definitely not anything to be crazy about. It's like a salad wrapped in rice paper. We opted for tofu and they put one piece of tofu per roll. They use the same peanut sauce as the chicken satay. I would have to come back and try their entrees to give a more in depth review.

    Thai Tea
    Angela R.

    Thai Bistro has become one of my favorite places when I have a craving for Thai Food. The lunch specials here are reasonably priced and the portions are more than generous! Lunch is Offered Mon. - Fri. From 11am to 2:30 The ambiance is spacious and I've been lucky thusfar, to come here when it's not too busy. Parking is located on the street. On my latest visit I tried the spicy dish Pad Kee Mao, also known as Drunken Noodles, which was a bold and spicy Thai dish. It was spicier than expected for me, but still delicious. The Pad Thai here is sweet, savory, and full of flavors with every mouthful. This Thai classic dish will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Bangkok. The yellow & green curries made here are both full of creamy richness and aromatic spices. A tantalizing Thai masterpiece that never fails to delight the senses. Overall a great place to dine at if you're craving Thai Food!

    Pad Kee Mow
    Pratima M.

    A casual spot for Thai eats in Santa Barbara -- they were able to accomodate our large party of ~20 with a reservation booked a week or so in advance, which I'm grateful for. They pushed together tables so we could eat in 2 large groups. All of the food is great for family-style sharing, and there were tons of vegetarian options. The food here is pretty decent, but nothing crazy out of the ordinary -- they have all of the Thai classics, and we got Pad See Ew, Pad Kee Mow, and Pineapple Fried Rice to share. The food could've used a little more spice, IMO, but the portions were great and variety great. Overall, accommodating service and good food!

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    I am an uber driver took too long for simple two dish order and other orders were getting made prior to the uber order

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    Good food, great costomer service and unassuming atmosphere. A hidden gem on upper state

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    Favorite Thai place in SB. The noodle soups and crab fried rice are amazing. Highly recommend.

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    tom kha was mid, too sour. just taste like sour coconut milk. garlic beef was not bad.

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