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    Thai Tapas

    4.4 (85 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Alexandra P.

    This place came highly recommended by my boyfriend who recently discovered it and has been ordering takeout from here. The restaurant is really nicely decorated inside and even has a full bar. We stopped by this past Sunday for an early Father's Day dinner and thankfully for us it was not super crowded. We ordered the crispy egg rolls to start and they were so good! Super crispy on the outside and soooo flavorful. I also ordered a lychee martini which was delicious and happened to be $2 off for happy hour. YASSSSS! For our entrees, I ordered the Pad See Ew with chicken, and my boyfriend got the Thai Drunken Noodles with chicken and beef. Both dishes were soooo good. We ordered them at a medium spice level, which was perfect for us. It definitely had my nose running a little but in a good way, not in an overwhelming way. My boyfriend's dad ordered his dish Thai spicy and even he struggled to finish it. This man can handle spice, so the fact that he was surprised says a lot. There's definitely a reason they warn you before ordering it that way! Overall, we had great service throughout our visit which was consistent with everything my boyfriend had told me beforehand. The staff was super friendly and attentive. Multiple people checked in with us to get refills, orders, make sure everything was ok, etc. One quick note on parking: the lot says paid parking but that only applies if you're there for more than two hours. For a normal meal, you should be totally fine.

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    Celine M.

    This was my first time trying this place. We ended up going because they were open until 11, and there honestly weren't many spots still open after 10 in the area. We ordered everything to-go, and I attached a screenshot of what we got along with the prices. The teriyaki chicken was a little underwhelming for me and probably not something I'd order again. But I really liked the drunken noodles, they were flavorful and had a good level of spice without being too overpowering. My other favorite was the mango & sweet sticky rice, just best food to end the meal. The soup/curry was also very flavorful. The restaurant itself was really cute and had a more elevated vibe than I expected. I could definitely see it being a nice date spot. The employees were also really friendly and helpful when I asked for recommendations.

    Zach H.

    New-ish restaurant that is definitely still working out some kinks. The food overall was actually decent, but our overall experience was very off. The restaurant itself is pretty cute inside. The service and flow of the evening was off schedule from the start - slow at the host stand, slow to get menus / water once seated, strange rhythm of food and cocktails coming out. Background music cutting in and out. Bathroom was not clean. Those are just a few observations. I think part of the issue is they seemed short staffed, not even having a dedicated bar tender, etc. Food: we got the appetizer sampler and like their money balls the best. Their spicy salmon rolls were decent. There oysters were ok. Food came out at very delayed increments.

    Pretty but scallops tasted odd, did not finish them
    Sasha G.

    Parking is not free and in small shopping center. Restaurant was empty of patrons. Restaurant lacked decorations and vibes, felt like white sterile hospital. Food was just ok, nothing special. Nicely presented but lacked taste. I was not a fan of the food, we just ate apps and asked for check. Won't be returning.

    N3. Thai Drunken Noodle (Pad Kee Mao) .. we picked the medium spice level
    Mrs K.

    Everything we ordered was good .. the sushi was okay ... the service was good .. we went around lunch time and got seated right away. The food came out quick and enough time to leave for the free parking limit in the parking lot. Fav: Drunken Noodles and the Tiger Cry Steak

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    Johanna M.

    I'm not usually a big Thai food fan and tend to gravitate towards other Asian cuisines, so it took me a while to try this place, but I'm glad I finally did. They have a raw bar with everything from oysters and sushi to even ceviche. Everything we tried was delicious, including the cocktails. The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The restaurant is bright, clean, and modern has a nice patio. Sarah was our server and was incredibly friendly, as was the rest of the team. Will definitely be back.

    Rex C.

    Solid four stars. I was shocked to see the Thai spice was no longer there. I guess it's been a long time since I've eaten off 19th St. in the Heights. I noticed the name change on Google, but I didn't realize Google had the old location still active and that they didn't update to let us know that it's been replaced by Thai Tapas. Would that being said I'm glad we stopped in and gave it a try anyway. Food: I was impressed with the Pad Thai . It was exceptionally good. My girls dish was good as well. I can't remember what she had, though. I think it was drunken noodles. I don't recall, but it was good. Everything was made fresh and full of flavor. I will definitely come back and try their pad Thai again. The customer service is great. The decor on the inside is nice. I will definitely come back and try their food again. It's something different, it's a Japanese. I guess Thai fusion mix, but it works. Great job team.

    Jay F.

    Our waiter was so charming that he put a smile on our faces. The food was good. Beautiful presentation. Get the khao soi and the crispy fish for sure.

    Newton D.

    Thai Tapas offers a high end intimidate dine in experience with flavorful Thai food. I had an opportunity to do take out and it did not disappoint. The food stayed hot and had a strong punch of spice flavor. Highly recommend to try their stir fried noodles. The service was quick and simple from placing a pick up order and picking up the food. Upon entering the ambiance was very modern and provides an intimidate experience.

    Diem A.

    This spot has had a couple of Thai restaurants come and go, but the new ownership at Thai Tapas seems to have finally gotten it right. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food. It's definitely a step up from the previous places in the same space. The portions weren't huge but still filling. The tom yum tasted more like a Vietnamese-style hot and sour soup than a traditional tom yum, but it was still tasty. The tom kha was decent, though I've had better elsewhere. The drunken noodles were moist, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. The pad woon sen was very flavorful as well. All the dishes had generous portions of meat. The service was friendly, attentive, and quick. The decor was modern and stylish. I'll definitely be back to try some more dishes.

    N2. Pad See Eew
    Krystal L.

    Thai Tapas (Thai Japanese Sushi Bar) has Thai plates and sushi rolls, nigiri, and more. Thai Tapas is located near our home and is one of our favorite Thai places near us. We particularly like the pad see ew, tom yum soup, oysters, and panang curry. We have gotten the spice levels two to four before, and the levels 2-3 are easy to handle. The level four has a kick to it, and an especially extra kick for the panang curry and papaya salad, but not too bad on the other dishes. We have tried a sushi roll once, but honestly, it was a pass. I would just get the Thai dishes. I got the tom yum soup when I was feeling a bit sick, and it was perfect. The tom yum was a good balance between sweet and sour. The panang curry is sweet and spicy and comes with a good amount of rice. The pad see ew and pad Thai are consistent. The osyters come with this thick, sweet and spicy sauce, which goes well on top of the oysters. Service was efficient and very nice every time I have visited, and there is plenty of free parking (for two hours). Thai Tapas has a variety of dishes and is one if my go-to for Thai food in the Heights.

    F1. THAI FRIED RICE
    Keisha R.

    The inside is very nice. Great bar. Lovely tables. The service was fast. Staff were very nice. We went on a holiday and it had a sizable crowd. The food was great. The beef fried rice could of have had more flavor, but was overall good. The chicken satay was good. The branzino was really good. The spice level is odd. We asked for a 3/5 and it was not spicy at all. Not like a oh I have a high tolerance for spicy, but not spicy at all. We asked for the chili paste and stuff to make it spicy. But I'd come back. It was good.

    Felicia G.

    The food was very flavorful, and the prices were reasonable. Indoor seating is cozy, with bar seating and an outdoor terrace also available. The only downside was parking you must use a QR code, which provides two hours free before charges apply. Overall, the food was excellent, and we received phenomenal service from Daisy and the bar staff.

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    Amazing food and amazing service!!!!!!! Sarah was our waitress and she was super sweet and informative about the menu. Definitely recommend!

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    Fantastic place, great service and even better food!!!! Come here if you're hungry and ready for some good food.

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    Food is great and definitely worth the wait ! Feels like everything is homemade soooo god I love they cook everything fresh my best place

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