On a road dotted with chain quick serve restaurants this stretch of Dunlawton does have quite a few unexpected and delightful places and this is one of them! The restaurant is small and the decor is what I'd call cozy chaotic - lots of beautiful Thai shrines and figures, but then funky Christmas lights strung over whimsical photos. Don't let the "Reserved" tags on every table cause you concern, we and every party that came in after us were assured we could sit anywhere. We started with the Som Tam papaya salad at a medium and it had a perfect kick with the sour-sweet-funk punch of lime, fish sauce, rock sugar, probably some tamarind? It was fresh, cool and crunchy and a refreshing start to the meal. I had to try the Summer Breeze Rolls because I was actually first introduced to this restaurant by their stalls set up at various local farmers markets and the peanut sauce is out of this world, perfectly sweet and salty and a little curry spice kick as well. The rolls were wrapped a bit loose but I love that they grill the shrimp and also stuff mostly with lettuce instead of a ton of noodles so the rolls were more crisp than squish/starch. I got the panang curry medium and I think I could have gone a step up on heat but it was a nice mild burn that let the flavor of the sauce shine through. The veggies were crisp, the chicken tender, and I was happy with every bite. My father got the Lard Na 100 with crispy duck (a $10.50 upcharge but so worth it, so well cooked and crisp!) and loved it, just had no heat despite ordering it medium. I was impressed with the noodles - wide rice noodles but cooked firm so they didn't fall apart but had a delightful chew. The service was friendly, attentive, and super helpful with suggestions on heat level since we hadn't been before and didn't know if they pulled their punches (they don't, so start at a level below what you usually get elsewhere). We're now on a quest to eat our way through the menu! read more

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We have been ordering to go food from here for years. We stay at a nearby hotel and it's super convenient to pickup the food. Tonight we had the "winter pockets" (crab rangoon) and chicken pad Thai. The pockets were a lot smaller than they were a few months ago. Taste was good. Probably wouldn't order them again. Chicken pad Thai did not have peanuts or bean sprouts ?? This seemed odd to us. It was not the best pad Thai we have ever had. It wasn't the worst either. I ordered medium spicy and the food as not spicy at all. Overall, we were disappointed. Next time we will probably try a different restaurant. read more

Thai Kitchen By Saowanee - Chicken Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Port Orange, Florida

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First time have Thai. Was not impressed. My husband's fried rice was very good. The rest of us did not enjoy our meals.

Love this place - truly reminded me of my time living in Thailand when I walked in. It's a small restaurant with interesting decor. We've been twice now and service is always great. The food is delicious! Our favorite appetizer so far is "Winter Presents" - little packages of fried wonton goodness filled with cream cheese and served with sweet chili sauce. (Love some of the names of the dishes - "Lady in Green Sprinkle," Jasmine in the Pool") I've had the basil fried rice and the panang curry - both great! NOTE: Listen to them when they say "don't ask for mild" - even the mild is spicy. Hubs usually eats "Thai hot" but server discouraged it and "hot" was plenty hot enough for him. read more

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Food was fresh and portions large. Loved the peanut sauce . They were busy so service was stretched and stressed.

Average Thai food in our humble opinion. The restaurant was relatively full on a Sunday at lunchtime, and food came out fast and hot. Salmon was dry and overcooked. No one asked about the food, so we didn't say anything. We came based on previous reviews from others but weren't quite as impressed read more

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4.5 stars. The food is still extremely tasty and reasonably priced at $9.50 for the lunch menu. My only complaint this time is that we were asked to leave at 2:10. I thought they just stopped serving at 2:00, but they actually want you to leave by that time. read more

Was craving some Thai food and decided to try this place. We barely made it in as they were closing in about 45 minutes! We called and were assured that if we showed up in 15 minutes, we would be able to enjoy dinner here at the restaurant. It's a small restaurant but packed full of flavor !! Yum! We ordered chicken satay, summer roll, pad gra prao, pineapple curry with chicken. We were pleasantly surprised by the taste of the food we ordered given the area. While we've had some excellent Thai food in other cities and in Thailand, Thai kitchen did not disappoint our palates! Would definitely come back here again if we're in the area. read more

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They close the kitchen at 7:50 on a Saturday night we had no opportunity to eat our dinner and decide on any dessert. The coccunt soup Tom Kha had too many ingredients it was odd. With no offset heat or curry it tasted like milk. Pad Thai was good the chicken was over cooked the shrimp was perfect. The appetizer the pork that takes 15- plus minutes was 5 stars. The deep fried chicken dish the pieces used were too small. We had big expectations that fell short. We ventured out 30 plus mins hoping to make this a new favorite unfortunately it didn't make the grade to warrant a long ride again. The Thai iced tea was also more milk tasting then desired read more

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Excellent Thai restaurant. Great food, we love the spicy crispy duck, the pad see ew, and the tom ka coconut soup with chicken. This is really an excellent Thai restaurant, they are fairly quick, authentic and very nice group of people. We eat there and order take out fairly often!! Best Thai food we have found in the entire area!! A hidden gem for sure. read more

We ordered pad thai to share as this was noted to be one of the best. There were no peanuts or bean sprouts. A pad thai without bean sprouts and peanuts feels incomplete-soft noodles in a sweet, muted sauce with nothing to break the monotony. No crunch, no freshness, no contrast. It eats heavy and flat, every bite the same, like a dish missing its punctuation. We also tried the pad see ew which was okay. I wouldn't personally go back. They are not my preference, but doesn't mean it couldn't be yours. read more

Food was excellent, very fresh and delicious with herbs and spices. Service was excellent and our server was very knowledgeable about the various foods and how they were cooked. Would definitely go back. read more

We've been coming here for years and I can't believe I'm just now writing a review. A small family owned shop, we haven't dined in in years. We normally always get to-go. They are always busy, and they will always be upfront with you when you call in to let you know about how long for pick-up. If you are wanting a dead shop that takes 10 min for to-go, this is not your place. If you like fresh, wonderful, authentic food then they are your best best. People I know rave about certain Thai places in Daytona, this place blows all the other out of the water. Our favorites are; winter presents, summer breeze rolls, chicken lava, pad see ew, pad satay and of course the best soup you'll ever get: chick Tom kha! read more

Thai Kitchen By Saowanee - Chicken Pad See-ew (this is the last bite that I managed to take a picture of) - Thai Near Me - Port Orange, Florida

We have eaten here many times over the last 2 years. Today I picked up food and was shocked at what we got. The Pad Laard with seafood only had 2 tiny pieces of squid when there should have been scallops, shrimp and squid. The vegetables were totally overcooked and the soup was filled to only half of the container? When I tried very politely to ask about this, the manager or owner told me " things have changed" and started yelling at me?! I said ok I guess we won't come back. And he said " What makes you think I would let you come back". The food quality and flavor was also nothing like it used to be. read more

Absolutely terrible! I will rate based on service but also food. Ordered Chix Pad Thai lunch special and it was a good deal but as we know you get what you pay for. They wanted to charge me $5 extra for making spicier than Thai hot and I declined that. Then when I went to pick it up I asked for the 4 containers to go and they said I could only have 2 for to go and if I wanted all 4 I would have to dine in next time or pay $2 extra. Ummm no thanks. It was so hot in there too. The girl said "Ya everything is expensive these days" like I need to know that from her. Then said if my "tummy hurt later.." I stopped her there and explained how I eat the hottest peppers etc and she was just full of attitude. The food was the worst! Very greasy and oily and just not something you feel comfortable eating but I ate it because I paid for it and was hungry. If they're that cheap and trying to cut down many corners it makes you wonder where else they're doing it. Oil was bad as well. She doesn't know my situation either. It was a gross experience and I will not be back. Do not recommend! read more

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Family owned and operated Thai restaurant. The foods were authentic and relatively affordable. They have an expansive drinks and dessert menu. read more

Awesome spot, some of the best Thai food I have ever had. We always bring family member when they are in-town.

This was absolutely amazing!! We had a pad Thai and a Pad nam prig poa (white rice with vegetables in a reddish sauce. I added beef) and it was absolutely delicious!!! I grew up in Scandinavia and believe it or not, we have a huge Thai population up there so we are VERY spoiled with amazing authentic Thai food and coming here to America I've been extremely disappointed in the Thai food in particular but this food right here at Saowanee is the real Thai deal!!! Trust me, I'm not Thai but I know good food. I'm a chef and I'm an aficionado for great authentic food and this is the real peoples!! The only problem I have is that this place is in Daytona and I live in Miami Please please open up a store closer to me If there is just a little tip I could give, it would be to be more generous with the portions. Trust me, it will only be to your benefit read more

The best authentic Thai food in the area!! I have loved every dish I've had here, esp the mango chicken. This place is 30 mins away from me but we often make the drive for take out bc it's well worth it. read more

First, I think it's important to say that we've actually lived in Thailand off and on for a number of years(8). So by now we should be reasonably expected to appreciate authentic Thai cuisine versus something that has been adapted for the American palate. We ordered five dishes plus a papaya salad. All different. On purpose. Every dish was made, in my opinion, exactly the way we recall having it in Chiang Mai, Bangkok, and Udorn. If you are looking for authentic Thai cuisine, this is the place! I seldom if ever give a five star review but this little, unassuming restaurant deserved every penny we spent. read more

12.20.22 I was traveling through the area and I had a craving for one of my favorites. The mango sticky rice. Unfortunately this one fell flat for me. The rice that I received was old and not desirable. Service was good. They were very friendly. I also received the sticky rice very quickly. The restaurant itself was clean. Parking is easy in the huge lot with plenty of spots. read more

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I tried the Chef O Pad Thai at lunch. I found it rather bland. Not very spicy and lacking in umami. It tasted like there was maybe no fish sauce in it. No smoky flavor from the wok. I didn't see or taste any eggs at all, though the waitress said they were just too small to see. They served it with no peanuts because they said many people were allergic. When I asked about it, they brought out some crushed peanuts for me to add. It didn't taste bad, but was not what I expected of pad thai from past experience. I would not order it again. read more

Great authentic Thai Food. Best in the area. Only thing I would change is the intense music, something gentler would make the experience much more enjoyable. read more

I recently had the pleasure of dining at this charming Thai restaurant that truly exceeded my expectations. I came here with a coworker of mine who is a vegan so it was key that we find a place that accommodated our dietary restrictions and this place did just that! The menu at this place offers an impressive variety of dishes that are both flavorful and high in nutritional value AND on top of it all, beautifully presented! My ultimate go-to when I go to any Thai restaurant is red curry. The meal was packed with an abundance of veggies and herbs and it was a delightful explosion of spice and coconut creaminess. The you can add soup, salad, and spring rolls to your meal and if presented with the option, I would highly recommend anybody to do so! I was also thrilled to see that they offered vegan appetizers. My coworker ordered the crispy tofu and was very satisfied with the plate. Overall, this Thai restaurant was exceptional and offered a large range of meals that can meet multiple dietary needs. The place was packed with people when we went (which is always a great sign) and the staff was friendly as well as service was quick! Definitely check out this place! read more

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I walked in and was told to wait and they would be right with me. Didn't ask if I had a pick up or done in, just wait. Then he found out I was eating on and said"sit where you want". All the good had an authentic name or a fun name so you really had to read the menu for most items. I had crab Rangoon as an app. They were pretty good but had these strings on the top. Be careful, they are not edible and really should be removed before serving. Someone not paying attention or a small child would choke on these. The green curry medium spice, had a traditional name but it was just green curry. I had a discussion with the server about spice level. He recommended that I try mild, when I told him it like some spice he said will then I would stay with medium. The spice level here is very low. I am confident 1 level up would be perfect for the average American. The portion was huge, there were a lot of vegetables but the amount of protein was minimal. Everything was OK but nothing was great. The service was really bad. I was never asked how my food was, my drink was refilled once before the food was served and no one checked on my table after. I had to flag them down to get my bill. This has been the norm at several Thai places I have eaten and u wonder if the service culture is different in Thailand? read more

I had high expectations based on some reviews. One of our party ordered Pad Thai and was brought Pad See Ew. She didn't complain as that's her second favorite dish and it was "OK". I ordered red curry and spice level hot. I was told they have mild, medium, hot, and Thai hot so I was very surprised by the lack of spice in my dish, it barely qualified as mild. The other dishes were acceptable to the people with us but we were over all, disappointed. The menu notations give the impression that this is authentic Thai, and customers are encouraged to educate themselves about the food before coming in. I found the dishes to be sub-par compared to other Thai restaurants in central Florida. Do Not Over-promise and Under-deliver. The waiter was excellent. read more

This food is so good. Now they open an hour earlier (11 a.m.) and are open every day but Monday. Lunch specials are fresh and delicious. Portion sizes are good. Staff is kind and helpful. read more

Thai at its best. Service is great. It's where the local eats. Authentic Thai food.our go to Thai place

I recently got the crispy duck curry..! OMG I can't say enough about this dish. One of the best dish in and around Daytona beach. The duck was super tender and crispy. The curry had fruits in it which was a great sweet spicy combination. Get it spicy, because the sweet compensates for it. A must dish at this place. We also got papaya salad, it was just ok. Have had better papaya salads. read more

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Sweet little restaurant right on Dunlawton near I95. Definitely worth stopping on your way in or out of the beach or Port Orange. Has a funky little vibe with the colorful walls and art. They had a wonderful selection of curry. I had the yellow curry veggie dish which was fabulous. My friend had the Pad Thai and thoroughly enjoyed that as well. read more

Thai Kitchen By Saowanee - Beautiful prints in the dining area. - Thai Near Me - Port Orange, Florida

My daughter and I went to the Thai kitchen for lunch. The atmosphere is a little tired and needs refreshing. The staff seemed to be short handed and did not come back to check on us, but the food was definitely hot and tasted authentic. We did have Thai iced tea which we wanted coconut milk instead of the half and half and staff assisting was not very friendly about our request. I had the Pad Tai tofu and my daughter had the mango curry which she and I enjoyed very much! read more

Thai Kitchen By Saowanee - Mango curry with tofu - Thai Near Me - Port Orange, Florida

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Parking + Location They have a great little parking lot. Since they're located with other businesses along a strip mall kinda layout I can imagine parking might fill up quickly during holidays or busy dinner times but o went around 12 pm for lunch during the week and it was no problem. It's located near a lot of other great businesses including chipotle, chik fil a, panera, pizza hut, starbucks and a target. So its def in a great central location in Port Orange (near Daytona) Food Oh wow. I cannot say enough great things! I'm a vegetarian and their options were plentiful! The tofu is also fairly thin triangles of firm tofu that is lightly fried so it doesn't have a ton of breading or anything. You can for sure taste the coconut milk is fresh on their massaman curry tofu. It was awesome! They also have amazing spring rolls and ginger salads!! I'm hooked. This is EASILY the most tasty and best Thai food in Port Orange!! I also had their Thai tea and it wasn't too sweet. It came so cold and was extremely tasty! Prices Prices are very reasonable. You'll end up paying about $15 per meal for full (dinner) portions. But they also have lunch specials for $8 which is an appetizer, soup and salad! Ambiance + service It's a cute place. It's not very big but has a clean feel while still providing a stylish kinda eclectic vibe. We were able to enjoy a meal from start to finish in about 1 hour without being in a rush. The service was friendly and quick. Overall 5/5 and I HIGHLY recommend!!!! read more

We decided to try somewhere new in port orange and decided on Thai food. Thai Kitchen is located right next to Panera on Dunlawton. The restaurant itself is smaller and was a little busy. We tried the dumplings as a appetizer and they were fantastic. They definitely looked different than the traditional dumplings you see but really tasted great!!!! The Pad Thai in a soy sauce and chicken was so delicious and had a nice kick. "Not too hot and not too weak". I highly recommend you give them a try if your craving some decent Thai food. The only negative was the wait for food was pretty long. read more

Thai Kitchen By Saowanee - Pad thai - Thai Near Me - Port Orange, Florida

If you are craving for Thai food. This is the Best place , best food and best price in the middle of Port Orange city . This place is very homie and like visiting grandmas house and will serve you Thai comport food. People are very friendly I recommend this place . read more

Fresh authentic Thai food, good portions and great flavor. The drunken noodles are outstanding

The BEST pad thai I have ever had. This is coming from someone who LOVES pad thai. Just the right amount of spice, sauce, shrimp, veggies, and flavor. Everything was absolutely perfect. This was my first time there and definitely will not be my last. Also the service is excellent. The price is also very good. read more

Thai Kitchen By Saowanee - Pad Thai with shrimp - Thai Near Me - Port Orange, Florida

I. LOVE. SAOWANEE. They make the most delicious Thai food. I have a severe peanut allergy so eating at a Thai restaurant is super risky. When I first went in, I was just going to have a cup of tea with a friend. But the waitress said, "Don't worry, we can make you something nut-free! We are very careful. My son has a nut allergy too so I understand" From that day on (three years ago), I've been ordering food from here at least once a week. Thank you for being so accommodating to my food allergy and allowing me to experience Thai cuisine. You guys rock! read more

I enjoyed the food. Overkill with decor. Friendly atmosphere. The one complaint were dirty windows going in and bathrooms could be a bit cleaners read more

The taste and service is okay, but the ingredients are not fresh or the hygiene is not up to standard. After lunch my husband and I vomited and had diarrhea, so we won't go there again read more

Delicious food. I get take out. It's ready when promised and consistently good. I love the tofu options. read more