Really nice meal before the show with my vegetarian friends. Recently a couple of friends and I needed to grab a quick bite. I thought we were going to another place when one of my guests suggested Thaihey across the street from the fire station on Decatur. Yes, sure. It's a typical Quarter restaurant with its long gallery seating. We were seated right away. The menu appeared to be heavily vegetarian which was great for my two friends. Many will understand the limited menu options for vegetarians at most places. Wes ordered Tom Kai, Becky the Massaman Jackfruit option and I the one with short rib. It was delicious. It was warm and comforting, full of flavor and the chef made it less spicy for me. What a delight to choose a menu option that I have never had and restaurant that I have never been to. You believe that I'll return for certain. Especially for that gorgeous Mai Tai! read more

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Great food great service a nice variety. We got the catfish and it was amazing just a little bit spicy and I got the less than mild. The mild is grease spicy they said. We got the Mule cocktail and the. Finished the meal with the Thai old fashion, which was a clever twist on the classic old fashion. The place has a nice feel and decorated modestly with a definite Thai influence from a city the owner may have been from. Our Takeaway was it's Thai with a twist, which was nice. Try Thaihey you should be pleasantly surprised. read more

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Loved everything about our experience here. They were sold out of several dishes but everything we ordered was amazing. Service and drinks were A+++. I can't wait to go back. read more

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Spectacular food! Lots and lots of delicious vegan options. My husband loves the fried catfish curry too. read more

Thaihey Nola - Khao Soi Tofu - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

I was at a conference near NOLA and I wanted to go vegetarian and I felt it was almost an impossible task staying near the place, which is extremely popular for a seafood. I picked this Thai place and ordered just one dish sat there for few mins but it took a little while for get my food since it was very busy place. I got my food and started eating it, felt like it was such an absolutely delicious meal with perfect flavors And blend of spices. The rice perfectly compliments the main course. And then I asked for a takeout box, the team was so happy that I felt like eating there. This place is close to the Lake Michigan area and it was perfect Beautiful ambiance and very chill vibes. read more

Thaihey Nola - Fried Tofu & Lotus Root (V) GF - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

If there were 6-stars, that's what I would rate this gem. You'll definitely want to call ahead and make a reservation as the space is small and non-reservation seating can be limited, even on a weekday. Chef Orawin goes above and beyond to assure that she uses only the freshest and local ingredients to present her take on elevated traditional Thai street food. Our sever was extremely knowledgeable of the menu and gave great recommendations, as many of these items are not what one might find at your typical American Thai restaurant. There are outdoor seating options which might be really nice during good weather. One menu highlight is their large selection of unique mocktails. This place is going to make a splash! read more

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Thaihey Nola is a small Thai restaurant located in New Orleans. The atmosphere was beautiful and would make a great date spot! To me the food was lack luster. I wish they had some classic Thai dishes that most restaurants have in addition to the more specialty items. read more

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For $165 I expected better service and good quality. The restaurant is a good location and it's cute but I wouldn't recommend it in terms of flavor of being worth it. The staff were nice maybe short staffed or something. Food came out at different times, was warm and lacked the quintessential flavors I look to experience when having Thai. Good presentation though. read more

Thaihey Nola - Thaihey Pad Thai Gulf Shrimp - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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This place is small and has limited seating so I'd recommend booking a reservation! We were able to walk in very late though and had a great time! The food is absolutely delicious though it was definitely way spicier than I was expecting given we asked for mild. I really enjoyed the fried okra and the eggplant was so unique! Never had eggplant like that before. I think this place is a really fun dinner and I'd highly recommend stopping by though I think the spice can be a bit too much. I like to think I can handle some spice, but ordered mild to be safe and realized that even that wasn't enough (it was actually very very spicy)!!! read more

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One of the best Thai restaurants in Louisiana! Intimate romantic vibe and they have a huge menu. Their curries were very strong and flavored with spice, a bit spicy at times. I highly recommend and would come back! read more

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Wow was impressed by this place! They offer something a little different than the usual Thai places. We got the crab fried rice and spicy eggplant w shrimp to go, major flavors!! Found the food to be a little on the saltier side for our liking but enjoyed it nonetheless. The eggplant was a standout for us. Similar to a blooming onion (iykyk), the sauce was also so good over rice. Will be back to try more! read more

Thaihey Nola - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

LOVE the vegan options + separate vegan menu. Not just 1 lonely veggie item, but actually a substantial number of entrees and appetizers. :) They even have vegan fish sauce, and some often hard to find vegan Thai dishes such as Khao Soi! They also have vegan cheesecake- the day I went they had 2 options, Pistachio & Chai. I got the pistachio and it was so good! Creamy smooth base- I think it is made of coconut. Pistachio flavor could be slightly stronger. The Tofu Satay was good- perfectly fried tofu with a tasty peanut sauce. The Khao Soi came with purple sweet potato noodles unexpectedly, instead of yellow noodles. It ended up being a pleasant surprise as firstly the colors were great, and secondly it was a super chewy texture. The curry soup was tasty and not too heavy- I've had vegan Khao Soi before that was extremely rich with coconut and a bit too heavy. The service was really good- my waitress was friendly and answered all my questions. Food came out in a reasonable time. The decor is really lovely- gold accents with a combination of traditional + modern decor. Lovely ambience for any occasion- family time, date night, friends night out. Would return if I was in NOLA again! read more

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Admittedly, I had very high expectations for my meal at Thaihey (I actually made it my last meal in NoLa). The decor is nice and service was great but the food was sadly a disappointment. I Ordered the lobster ravioli tom kah (3.5/5: it was pretty good but not great. Sauce/soup was pretty good but I've had more flavorful tom kha before. Lobster seemed overcooked and ravioli was a bit thick). For a 30+ dollar dish this was very disappointing. My friends enjoyed their meals but given that this is the Same chef as Thai place in st roche market (which had incredible food), this was a disappointment. read more

Thaihey Nola - Lobster Ravioli Tom Kha - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Probably the best meal we had in New Orleans! I could do with skipping the tofu satay appetizer next time though. It didn't have that much flavor although the tofu was cooked well. Also, my husband is allergic to peanuts and they charged us for an extra chili sauce that they brought out for us - seems a little unfair. Anyway, I ordered the fried eggplant with tofu for my meal and it was great! Eggplant was perfectly fried and cooked and I loved the salty savory sauce filled with chopped onions that it came in. I also appreciated that the eggplant wasn't just soaked in the sauce so it stayed crispy. The accompanying tofu was also great with the sauce. And a healthy side dose of white rice to balance it all out. read more

Thaihey Nola - Spicy Eggplant Tofu - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

What a fabulous evening at Thaihey with friends. Cocktails were a little pricey at 17 bucks each however they were truly craft cocktails and delicious. We went early Saturday evening and got in without reservations although it did look like they were getting really busy by the time we left. The fried okra was crispy and deliciously spicy. My husband and I split the Spicy Ramen Pork Ribs, the ribs fell apart and the ramen went perfectly with every bite. It's a lovely little restaurant with great service. read more

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Super underrated New Orleans eatery! Ended up going here twice in 4 days and attempted to go 4x in 4 days! It's just that good. My colleagues and I first dined here following a paddle boat tour so we arrived slightly before 5pm on a Sunday, which is when they open. Within minutes of opening, all tables were filled and in retrospect, we were so lucky to be able to time this perfectly to enjoy our first dining experience! I've since been a couple of times, with an attempt to go every night for 4 nights, but they were either booked or the wait was too long. I believe they do take reservations, so prepare yourselves in advance! On my second visit here, we were able to snag one of the three open tables at 6pm. Here's everything I've tried and the standouts: - Thai Iced Tea: MUST TRY! There's two options: a dairy and vegan option. The drink is served with a tea-infused ice block so after you finish your initial drink, you can keep adding more liquid for more tea! - Thaihey Fried okra: Deep fried okra with secret spices seasoning - this was great but nothing phenomenal. Has a kick. My coworkers enjoyed the exotic spices. - Green Curry Dumplings: Kurobuta pork marinated in green curry, encased in a light dough, served with a coconut milk sauce and basil oil drizzle - I thought the coconut milk sauce diluted the overall flavor and made the dish watery, and $15 for 4 dumplings is a lot to pay, but my coworkers enjoyed this dish. The presentation is gorgeous! I would probably not order again. - Thaihey Pad Thai Colossal Soft Shell Crab: Stir fried rice noodle with tamarind sauce, sliced saffron egg sheet, crushed peanut, cabbage, and rainbow carrot - looked delicious but the pad thai was not authentic. - Khao Soi Short Rib: Slow cooked Short Rib Northern style yellow curry noodle soup with fried egg noodles, pickled radish, and fresh cilantro. Know that Thaihey has 5 different Khao Soi options on the menu, and Khao Soi is my most favorite Thai dish - I was in foodie heaven! Surely, I thought this place knows how to do Khao Soi right. I ordered the most expensive version thinking I was in for a treat. If done correctly, Khao Soi should be a blend of flavors and textures that explode in your mouth! I was so disappointed in Thaihey's rendition of Khao Soi. As you can see, my dish lacked color, flavor, and depth. It was also incredibly salty. I packed most of it to-go and had to order a side of rice to balance out the salt. Definitely would not pay $45 again for this disappointment. - Ribeye Boat Noodle Soup - Seared ribeye beef in a sweet soy sauce, infused with aromatic five-spice oxtail broth, served with spinach and rice noodles. This was a STANDOUT dish! Obviously not traditional boat noodle soup made with beef or pork blood, but the soup was bursting with spice and incredibly delicious. I ordered this with a medium spice level and it was fantastic! - Thaihey Spicy Ramen Pork Ribs: Korean BBQ sauce-coated fried pork ribs served with stir-fried ramen noodles, Thai basil and salted egg yolk. Another STANDOUT dish! The pork ribs and diverse flavors of the noodles with the veggie combo really brings this dish together. Very delicious! - Pistachio Vegan Cheesecake: Graham cracker, caramel, toasted marshmallow cheesecake, chocolate ganache, and graham crust by Deuxbelle Vegan Pastry & Confections - this was done very well!! I'm not vegan but was impressed by this dessert. Overall, the ambiance is a bit tight. The restaurant would struggle with accommodating parties more than 4 (if it's even possible). I wouldn't call this an authentic Thai restaurant, but instead a restaurant that does a variety of Thai-inspired dishes pretty well. Another plus is their wide selection of vegan options in a city that's known for seafood and heavy meat dishes. Service was attentive on both occasions. Thaihey has my vote! Will definitely return. read more

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Probably the best meal my boyfriend and I have had during our visit in NOLA! Our server, Jeremy, was great. Seems like he really enjoys his time there. I was a little skeptical at first because every dish looks like it was all for show. NO! It was also packed with lots of flavor. An elevated experience for sure. The dipping sauce for each appetizers were, legit, made from scratch and oh-so-yummy! Our favorite was the frog legs. Highly recommend. read more

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Thai Hay NOLA is incredible! The combination of Thai and Creole flavors is so unique, and everything we ordered was incredible. We started with Thai iced tea, and I got mine with salted coconut cream, which was amazing--the creaminess balanced the tea perfectly. Even the water infused with pandan leaves was a nice touch, adding a subtle, refreshing flavor. For appetizers, we had the fried tofu and fried lotus root, and while we paid extra for the peanut sauce, it was totally worth it. For entrees, we got the short rib khao soi and the catfish red curry with pumpkin--both were bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection. The service was fantastic--Misty and Mae were so warm and welcoming. The restaurant has such a great vibe, perfect for both a casual night out with friends or a date night. Just a heads-up: reservations are a good idea since the space is limited. 10/10 experience--I'll definitely be back! read more

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Awesome Thai place in the heart of the Quarter. We were able to sit outside at a last minute reservation and they have an entire vegan menu -- but it's only available on Fridays! I got the tofu soup which was cool to see presented to me. The tofu satay was also really good for an appetizer! Drinks are on the sweeter side. The desserts were all vegan and it was delicious! read more

Thaihey Nola - Tofu Satay Vegan & GF - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Waitstaff is awesome. Jessica was so fun and service was fast! Okra app was Ahhhmazing! 10/10 !! Khao soi chicken was very complex and delicious! Hubby LOVED his ribeye boat noodles. Will definitely be back, this is the kind of food you can't stop thinking about. read more

Thaihey Nola - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Crowded spot the night before the snow-pacolypse and well worth a (potential) last meal Staff was attentive, food was delicious and generous enough portioned, and atmosphere was lively and welcoming. Come for unique Thai dishes that are more upscale than you'll typically get at traditional restaurants :) read more

Thaihey Nola - Milk punch with pandan syrup - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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The menu is traditional Thai food but with more of a modern twist. They serve pandan-infused water which I thought was a really nice touch, it complemented the food very well. I also ordered a virgin old fashioned as I don't usually see that on mocktail menus and it had a lovely flavor profile. We got tofu satay for a starter to share, we liked the peanut sauce and salad that came with it (good to note that they also have multiple vegan options on their menu). For mains, we got the khao soi chicken and the ribeye pad Thai. It is more expensive than the usual Thai spot but that's because the food is a little more upscale. That being said, both entrees were delicious and made for a good dinner. I would recommend booking a reservation here as the space is small and can tend to fill up quick. The service otherwise is pretty quick and friendly. If you're looking for something outside of Cajun and Creole cuisine in the French Quarter, I would recommend checking this place out. read more

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So I need to preface this review by saying that Thaihey Nola's food is ABSOLUTELY delicious and beautifully presented. I was pleasantly surprised by all the photos on the menu, the creativity in fusing Thai & Cajun cuisine in their dishes, how their water is infused with pandan, and the GENIUS idea of using frozen tea ice cubes in their Thai iced tea. The kitchen gets a solid 5 stars from me. The reason why I knocked off two stars is because of our server, Greg. Sweet young man, but he severely lacks experience (This coming from someone who worked in the restaurant industry for 20 years). First, he forgot my fiancé's beer and started rolling silverware when he had been waiting a while for his drink. We had to flag him down to remind him. But that's not a big deal. What WAS a big deal is I ordered my Khao Soi mild but it ended up being WAY too spicy. I told my fiancé to try it since he has a good spice tolerance and even HE said it was really spicy. I asked Greg if he actually put my order in as mild and he claimed he did, then offered to bring me some hot coconut milk to dilute it. The coconut milk helped, but didn't make it tolerable enough for me. I had to waste the whole bowl of Khao Soi. Guess what my check said? "Medium spicy" - YUP! Greg straight up gaslit me. I didn't confront him because I failed to check the details of our receipt before we left the restaurant (My mistake here). The worst part is the restaurant automatically charges a 20% gratuity no matter how many people you have in your party. So we were forced to give this man an excellent tip for dropping the ball multiple times. I know some people might feel I'm being too harsh. But as a server, Greg needs to do better. What if I had an allergy and he got it wrong? He could've killed me. read more

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Such a delicious thai place - was our favorite dinner while in town for the weekend! We didn't have a reservation and came by on a saturday night so we did have to wait about 30-40 mins, which ok as we got a drink at the pub across the street. We sat outside and our waiter was helpful and funny. My group of 4 ordered a variety of dishes and loved every single one of them. The okra appetizer was so flavorful and we loved the spicy eggplant to share. I got a tofu pad thai as well as the pumpkin tofu curry dish and while it was spicy it was SO delicious. 100% recommend this spot. read more

If you ever asked me if I thought I could become obsessed with Thai food, I would have said no way, but here I am, fantasizing about when I will return to Thaihey for my next fix. Now I love love love Thai food and have for a long time but this is mind-blowingly delicious and innovative Thai food, an artform, if you will. NOLA has its fare share of good Thai, but Thaihey is literally the best that I've ever had. And they have an entire vegan menu, in addition to their meats and seafood. Bring everyone you know because they will all be accommodated here, yes, even those who are both GF and vegan. I was undecided with literally everything: appetizers, entrees and cocktails because there were a lot of things tempting me. My friend and I shared the tofu satay, which is deep fried slices of tofu and an accompanying savory/sweet/very spicy satay sauce. I am currently lamenting over the fact that this sauce isn't waiting for me in my fridge so that I may pour it over everything I eat. I followed that with the Khao Soi Tofu, Thai hot of course, and I have to say I've never had anything like it before. It is phenomenal, a texture party (love the crunchy soy bits alongside the soft tofu and lotus roots) and has sensational flavor. The spice level was hot but not to the point where I couldn't taste every flavor note. So you see how much I loved the Khao Soi. But with one bite of my friend's pumpkin curry, I fell deeply in love. It is extraordinary, luscious, and weep-worthy. I may or may not be planning to go again within a week to eat this. The cocktail list is very unique, a lot of my favorite things with a SE Asian twist (loved my Thai Mule and hope to try the sangria next time). Our service that night was perfection (you can tell the staff love working there and their recommendations are authentic). Ambiance is also lovely. Think intimate, not small, very atmospheric and zen-like. It feels like a special place but not so fancy that you can just come here on a whim. Thaihey is my latest #1 discovery in NOLA and I'll end this with a vow to return for pumpkin curry and dragonfruit sorbet, too. read more

Not being hungry when we stopped by, we were entranced by the dishes on the menu, so in we went. The staff was very friendly, greeting us as soon as we opened the door. Rachel handled our orders as well as providing recommendations for other places we might want to try. The place is small so it was quiet, making for a dinner in which we could carry out a conversation. Our meals were the Soft-shell Crab Pad Thai and the Crab Fried Rice. Both were outstanding and the fried rice was replete with crab; one of the absolute best fried rice dishes we have ever tasted. read more

Thaihey Nola - Soft-shell Crab Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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AN EXPERIENCE. I've never had such a meal like this . From the space, to each dish and menu item, everything was absolutely beautiful. Our server Greg and bartender Mai were great in sharing their recommendations and making our time there a memorable one with their service. If you visit NOLA, you MUST come here. read more

Thaihey Nola - Beauty and the Beet - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Food was delicious, we were seated quickly. The Wongs, crab/shrimp pad Thai and the cat catfish! Delicious

Third star for hard working, friendly staff. Recommended by the concierge at our hotel. Make a reservation. The space is small and it was packed. We waited 40 minutes for our food (2 mains) which was too long for us. The pad Thai noodle dish was good although the shrimp tasted 'off'. The short rib dish was not tender, fall off the bone. The potato in the dish was delicious. We appreciated the 20% tip automatically added to the bill. The staff deserves it. read more

Thaihey Nola - Short Rib - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Crazy disappointing. Would not make Pad Thai with Chicken. The one chicken dish they had was very unflavorful, chicken odd, noodles supposedly "crispy" but just tasted raw and hard. Expensive. Sent the dish back after 3 bites and was still charged. Not hospitable or helpful. Not going back. So much good food and vibes in NOLA otherwise. read more

Wow, Thaihey is truly a gem. As a lover of Thai food , I've been to nearly every Thai restaurant in the city. Thaihey is absolutely amongst the best. The drinks, the apps, the entrees and dessert were all delicious. My friend and I recently visited for lunch and shared the crispy shrimp rolls , I got the Khao Soi shrimp as an entree and then we shared a bite of the vegan (matcha) cheesecake which was amazing. I also had a mocktail which was akin to a Moscow mule. It was so refreshing. Our server was so friendly and checked in with us frequently. She also had great insights regarding the menu. The ambiance is cozy and beautifully decorated. I look forward to my next visit. read more

Stumbled upon this wonderful restaurant as it was conveniently located next to the hotel I was staying at - what a wonderful dinner location. Ambiance: cozy, welcoming and hip. Great detail to everything from the decor to the water cups. Service: staff was phenomena and very kind. We arrived closer to the end of the day and we didn't have any reservations however they still accommodated us. Food: Delicious! It's almost a fusion between Thai and Southern cuisine- everything was full of flavor and delicious. Price point is on the higher side but so worth it. Recommendation: Make reservations in advance, it seems to get pretty busy at night. read more

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Incredible, elevated Thai food. They also had some amazing vegan options insisting desserts. The service was great and the staff are so friendly read more

Thaihey Nola - Thaihey Pad Thai Ribeye Beef - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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This is definitely our favorite creative Thai restaurant in town. The food gets five stars, but it's very expensive which is why it gets a four from me. read more

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Thaihey was such a wonderful experience! Our server Jeremy was so welcoming and friendly. As a vegan I love when we have so many choices rather than having to pick the one vegan thing in the menu... We ordered the Mushroom and tofu larb salad, tofu satay, and the chocolate chai cheesecake, and would recommend all of them. Great portion size on the salad especially. Everything tasted fresh and had a deep flavor profile. Highly recommend and will be back when we visit New Orleans again! read more

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I crave Asian food no matter the destination. So when I found this place, I was thrilled. The Khao Soi was excellent. I don't recall which cocktail I had, but it was also done very well. read more

Thaihey Nola - Thai Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

We have been here and their St Roch location with food excellent at both. In the FQ, it's a lovely, quaint restaurant with great cocktails & food. At St Roch for those in the know is more a smorgasbord of multiple restaurants in a hall-like setting. The Laarb ribs will knock your socks off. Amazing & complex flavor. Unique, fried okra and ribeye skewers will enrich your soul. Crab fried rice and spicy shrimp/eggplant are incredible if you like a robust flavor. The chef and husband (both owners) are always there to check in on your meal. Go go go! read more

Came here for the first time with the family. Ordered the Ribeye Pad Thai, Pumpkin Curry Fried Catfish, Khao Soi Chicken, Thaihey Spicy Ramen Pork, and some Thai Teas. This restaurant doesn't sell the traditional Thai dishes or even substitute any ingredients. And overall, pretty expensive, but it was very delicious. As much as I was expecting it to be mediocre because they didn't have a lot of the Thai dishes that I'm used to, it was surprisingly very flavorful and delish. My whole family enjoyed their dishes as well. Food presentation and the ambiance were great. The staff are fast and very friendly. We stay in a hotel in the area so we walked. It's in the busy area of New Orleans so I'd recommend parking in a private garage. The restaurant isn't too large so dining tables are limited. They have 2 restrooms. read more

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So, this restaurant was recommend to me by a colleague, and man was I in for a treat! The ambiance of this restaurant feels like you are stepping into a temple in Thailand! The energy is also honestly phenomenal! I was greeted by warm and welcoming customer service, and seated promptly! Now, for my drink I ordered the purple palmer. This drink was like sweet nectar! Made with the rare blue lotus flower, it was so energizing and refreshing! The sticky wings were crispy, flavorful and all around finger licking good !!! Do not get me started! The pumpkin curry fried catfish! Whoa!!! It had sweetness, texture, and a flavor profile that cannot quite be put into words! The crispiness paired well with a fork full of rice! I am on cloud nine reliving these experience! Check this place out! Cheers! read more

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Don't count on the posted hours. After walking 5 blocks to get there, I was turned away at 9:25, told the kitchen closes at 9:30. Hours posted are 5:00-10:00 PM. I checked my phone on the way out at 9:25. I already knew what drink, appetizer, and entree I wanted to order. If you close at 9:30, post 9:30, not 10:00! There were tables available and many tables still being served. Way to make a person feel unappreciated! I won't be back. read more