I've heard great things about The Green Papaya for years, but our expectations were far exceeded after a meal here. We didn't know that they sold Belgian chocolates until we arrived, and we thought that was so unique and a fun representation of the cultures of the owners. We felt right at home here, and Dirk couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful with suggestions. We were feeling adventurous and tried items from their authentic Thai specialities menu, and were so glad that we did. My husband tried the northern Thai style larb, which Dirk told us has herbs harvested from mountains of Thailand in it, and my husband loved it so much he declared it the best dish he's tried so far this year. We were happy with everything we tried, and the chocolate tiramisu was so good for dessert. You can't come here and not take some chocolate home! We already can't wait to come back, and we enjoyed supporting such a passionate business. read more

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I've eaten here 3 times. The duck dishes are excellent. Sauce in Crispy Duck is mild. Everyone can eat it. Basil Duck has more flavor. The Papaya Salad Laos was VERY VERY salty, as in "not edible salty." I threw it out after 2 bites. If you have high blood pressure, don't eat this. I've had this before in a Loatian restaurant, and it's usually not this salty. I think it may have been prepared incorrectly. Double salted by accident? That's the only explanation I can think of. I hope they fix it. Get the Thai version - it's milder. read more

A local Thai spot with overall solid food and friendly service. We came to Green Papaya on a Saturday evening as they opened for dinner (they close between lunch and dinner service). It has some hometown charm with a relatively large menu. We enjoyed the pad woon sen (flavorful), tamarind duck (crispy), fried rice, vegetable soup (healthy and nice broth that wasn't too salty), and lemongrass stir fry with tofu. The entrees are about $16-20 each. The sauce for the pad thai wasn't our favorite and tasted a bit too sweet. We also enjoyed the crispy spring rolls with taro and nonsteamed spring rolls. We would pass on the hot tea next time as it was just a regular tea bag. Service was welcoming. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space looks like a small two-story home with a few tables inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Reservations are probably necessary since the place isn't big. They have a private parking lot so finding a spot is easy. Since it's on a busy road, making a left turn leaving can be a pain. read more

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This is hands-down, our favorite Thai restaurant. During Covid in 2020, I saw a facebook post that they were struggling to stay in business. They offered curbside pickup and my neighbor asked if I'd pick up something for her after she had surgery. So I decided to give them a shot. My kids and I hadn't had Thai food often, so we found the description on their online menu extremely helpful. The food was excellent, and we all got to try new things we loved. But what impressed me was the genuine friendliness of the owners. Dirk is always welcoming, and makes sure the customers are happy. I dont think I've ever met his wife, as she's always so hard at work in the kitchen. Even on mothers day she works nonstop to keep up with demand. (Business is booming now, thankfully!) They value their employees and occasionally close to celebrate them, and sometimes to attend their childrens' school events, which i think is great. As if Green Papaya wasn't already an amazing restaurant, Dirk has now brought chocolate from Belgium and started a chocolate shop within the restaurant. I went there today for some Easter gifts and couldn't resist picking up some fried ice cream and mango sticky rice. read more

The Green Papaya - Vanilla fried icecream - Thai Near Me - Canton, Connecticut

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I love Thai food (I may be biased since I am half Thai lol). This Thai spot is near me and I drive by it all the time; I've been meaning to try it out. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I love that it's in a historic house, parking was spacious and on the side of the house.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I follow their social media and see their presence online; they seem nice and the food looked great. My family and I ordered takeout. I had the chicken pad Thai. I really wanted to like it but it was underwhelming and bland. The noodles were drier than other pad Thai noodles I've had and lacked any color; and I've had my fair share, it's one of my favorite meals. Also, the prices compared to other Thai restaurants nearby were higher. The Belgian chocolate mousse dessert was perfect though. I had a taste of my husband's green curry chicken and it was good, I liked it better than the pad Thai; however, there was very little chicken in it. I'll have to try out their other menu items and come back with an update. read more

The Green Papaya - Chicken pad Thai (bland) - Thai Near Me - Canton, Connecticut

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This place was a cute family owned restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was amazing very friendly and down to earth staff. Food was good too I loved my sweet and sour chicken with jasmine rice. The chicken is also halal. But the only thing is , the chicken was a bit bland not as much flavor. But I would love to come back and try their seafood options. read more

Best Thai food in area! Delicious homemade desserts and amazing selection of Belgian Leondias chocolate!

ordered two appetizers. both weee delicious. wish we got more for the table. dinner entree was off the special menu. fantastic good portions service was excellent. BYOB. chef made a personal visit to the table. purchased home made Belgian chocolates for the ride home. great night out read more

Love this "neighborhood Thai restaurant" Always happy with whatever we get... Kai ka prow for something a little spicy, the pineapple fried rice to cool you off and you can't go wrong with the Pad Thai. read more

I had to come back when I saw they had a special of chicken and rice! Service was still helpful and friendly and accomodating for our baby. This time I also tried their Shu mai and drunken noodle, both of which were delicious. But the chicken and rice was heavenly! The chicken was tender and rice was flavorful. The sauce was a perfect addition to it. Also loved the chicken soup on the side! I would love to see this as a regular dish on their menu! read more

I've driven by a million times and have wanted to stop here, but just hadn't gotten there yet. My son wanted to try something new and this is what he chose for his birthday. It's colorful and decorated authentically. We were greeted pleasantly and ordered some appetizers. They were all fresh, flavorful and yummy! My son and I quite enjoyed the lemongrass chicken the most. My son had the crispy duck for an entree, which he loved, took the rest home since we ordered so many apps. He loved it just as much the next day cold! I had the stir fry basil, it was spicy and well made, we both had sticky rice which was done perfectly! The prices are very good for the quality and serving sizes of food. The owner is super helpful and friendly. We look forward to our next visit. Definitely, will be a new favorite! read more

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So 10+ years after my first review, I went back again (first time inside in 2 years) and remembered yet again why this place rocks. Service was friendly and helpful. It's in an old house so you feel like you're at a friends house for dinner. The food remains adventuresome and still highly consistent. The curry puffs are an excellent example of some familiar yet fresh. The lettuce cups were a surprise given that I've ordered larb from here and I dare say we enjoyed the chicken lettuce cups even more. Pad Thai is a standard yet it is really done to perfection here and is far better dined in than take out. But the surprise was a northern Thai dish I haven't seen on the menu anywhere in CT. Geang hung lae is a stew with curry paste and powder, tamarind, potatoes onion and your choice of protein plus many other flavors. It's as unique a dish as I've had in a while. Loved it too. And good portion sizes too. Green papaya continues to shine. Done miss it. read more

The Green Papaya - Geang hung lae. - Thai Near Me - Canton, Connecticut

Love this place Favorite Thai place around! The owner is very nice and foods very fresh! I get their crispy chicken pad Thai level 3 spice and their shrimp in a blanket and that's my staple! Love it here read more

I received a gift card to The Green Papaya from some clients and I'm so grateful they introduced us to them! I really enjoy their Crispy Chicken Pad Thai, but I think my favorite thing to order is their Crab Rangoon. They're always crunchy on the outside, delicious and gooey on the inside with the delicious sweet chili sauce. I have a soy & MSG allergy and I'm so thankful to finally have a place that serves "safe" Crab Rangoon. Aside from the food that never disappoints, the service is always wonderful. The restaurant is usually packed with locals, so the wait can sometimes be long. But the staff are so warm and friendly that it makes it all worth it. Their restaurant is in an antique house, which makes it even more charming. We haven't made it in for dine-in service yet, but we have heard rave reviews about the experience. read more

The Green Papaya - Thai Near Me - Canton, Connecticut

So my husband made reservations for Valentine's Day. We had a bit of a wait because they were short staffed. We were told to look on our phones for menu because they were short menus. When we started ordering, our waiter proceeded to tell us that all chicken dishes were scarce because their shipment didn't come in. I had to order some other protein. Took FOREVER to get food (1.5hrs). The Green papaya salad was delicious though. Main courses were just meh. My husband got Crispy Chicken Pad Thai which looked and tastes like chicken tenders and noodles.(this dish was the exception on the chicken issue!). Took so long that we didn't even consider dessert since we were there for almost two hours. Nothing special at all. They need to get food that is on menu, more staff and quicker table service. Not impressed at all. read more

We had the summer rolls for appetizer. My wife had the WonTon Pad Thai and I had the Red Curry Seafood dish with jasmine rice. Appetizer and meals were fantastic. For desert my wife had the fried ice cream and I had the coconut ice cream. Dessert was also very good. Some of the best fried ice cream we ever had. Prices are very reasonable. read more

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Came here on a date with my partner.. it's a cute little place. You walk in and it gives you that homey type feel and vibe. Because of the ordinances in canton, the signage isn't quite noticeable.. parking is in the side/ rear of building. It's a cute married couple that run the place. The husband is the front of house/ host/ waiter and the wife is the cook. I ordered the Tiger Cry. Steak was cooked beautifully , so tender and flavorful, and with the dipping sauce it was sweet, savory, and a little spicy. I asked for the spicy pepper carousel and made it more spicy because I love it hot. I will definitely be back to try more of their dishes. read more

The Green Papaya - Tiger Cry - Thai Near Me - Canton, Connecticut

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was looking for thai food and found the green papaya! my friend had pad thai with crispy chicken and i had drunken noodles we both loved our meals The drunken noodles is abit spicy but enjoyable The waiter is very nice and the food was served quickly [[HIGHLIGHT]]A great place to eat ![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

The food was extraordinary! Unfortunately we arrived a few minutes before they were closing for the evening, so they gave us an opportunity to get take out. We had TomYar soup, very yummy! We asked for chicken and shrimp as protein. We also got an order of Pad Thai which was also excellent. They were generous portions that we shared. They were very accommodating and friendly. Prices were reasonable. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The dining area is small, but seems cozy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We will definitely returning. read more

Had an amazing lunch today at Green Papaya. The food here is always fresh and everything is prepared to order. We started with shumai which were delicious. My husband had the crispy duck with sticky rice and I had Guay-Tiew Tom Yum soup. The duck was so crispy and tasty! The soup was so flavorful with ground chicken, bean sprouts, clear noodles, scallions, and an egg. It was the perfect lunch on such a chilly day. The service here is always friendly and attentive. The Valentine decorations added ti the ambianc read more

This is one of the nicest business I've been to, the service was amazing and the owner was very personable/ nice. I couldn't help but have a smile on my face as he told us the stories of the business and his life. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It also had a very nice atmosphere and the paintings were beautiful.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food was also spectacular and was some of the most delicious Thai I've ever had. The chocolate moose was also delightful. Genuinely THE best experience at a restaurant I've ever had. read more

Absolutely amazing! We ordered drunken noodles with chicken and fried ice cream. The drunken noodles were a bit sweet, but still a little bit spicy. Our fried ice cream was coconut flavored, and wow!!! The breading was crispy, warm, and fluffy. The coconut ice cream on the inside was creamy, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. To make things even better, our waitress was attentive and kind. We will definitely be back!! They do have outdoor seating, by the way, right in front of the restaurant! read more

The Green Papaya - Coconut fried ice cream - Thai Near Me - Canton, Connecticut

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My daughter and I went there this past weekend. Loved the two appetizers and two entrees we got. Service was great and we BYOBed. Will be going back soon!!! read more

We have been here plenty of times. This place never disappoints, all the appetizers are yummy, my kids love the curry puffs, when we start ordering Derek always laughs, because we never leave any food, and portions are generous. All dishes are well prepared, flavors are always consistent. I basically look forward to eating here, also love the byob. Try it! read more

This place is a gem. Well-priced, really authentic Thai/Laotian food. The owner does it all, and he is always so pleasant and kind. The food is really good, and it has that homemade vibe (not excessively greasy, salty, sweet, MSG). They have always been a really clean establishment too. We will always support this small business, and wish that it flourishes. Pad thai, pad see iew, pad woon sen, drunken noodles, thai fried rice are our favorites and constant reordered menus. The lunch menu is a really great price for the usual menus that are always 100%, so I would recommend to anyone they try something on the menu at lunch prices as a first time experience (Tuesday - Friday (11 am - 3 pm)). They are closed on Mondays! I've tried their red curry and panang curry, as well as their pad prik prow but didn't find it to be what I personally want/like but they were all fine dishes! I look forward to trying some of the different duck menus (chili duck, crispy duck, and tamarind duck) the next time I go. read more

This is a quaint restaurant with phenomenal Continental desserts -- and the tastiest, most fresh Thai food I've ever had. The staff is educated, fun, and attentive. I brought my parents tonight, and they loved it. read more

The Green Papaya is a hidden gem! The food is absolutely delicious!! Not to mention the ingredients are so fresh! In our order we got Chicken Satay, Summer rolls, Lemon grass chicken and Pad Ka Prow-chicken. To get straight to it... We didn't even get pictures of the food because it smelt too good to stop before eating. The sauces for the chicken satay, lemon grass chicken and summer rolls are an added bonus to the food, which is already good enough on its own. The Pad Ka Prow chicken was exactly to my liking... although my partner found it to be a bit spicy - he thought it was too good not to eat. The prices are also very reasonable, especially for the amount of food you get. The service is excellent, and the staff are very kind and enthusiastic. The ambiance is also great! The walk in has different displays which you are able to purchase, and the seating is very cozy and comfortable. I highly recommend The Green Papaya to anyone looking for authentic Thai food. It will be closed from June 23-July 30th of 2024, so we will be craving these flavors for the next month! read more

Excellent fresh food with lots of choice and homey atmosphere. Great for take out as well!

Really an amazing restaurant-such a hidden gem! The staff is so friendly and the food is authentic and delicious. Definitely try the Belgian chocolate mousse while you're there :) read more

Food is amazing! Service is very kind too, ambiance is pleasantly appealing! Would definitely recommend!

The food is always fresh and delicious! Service is great. Love the quaint unassuming setting. Prices are incredibly reasonable, especially now when everything is so expensive in this particular area. Family owned and operated business! Please give them a try. You will not be disappointed. Also, important to note that this is a BYOB establishment. Which I personally prefer! read more

Best pad thai in the area! Very friendly service. We would do their takeout next time as I think it's more of a takeout place.

Stopped in for an early dinner last night and we had our choice of pretty much any table. By the time we left, the place was jam packed. As we sat down, we saw an intriguing sign on the wall announcing that as of Tuesday October 26, Green Papaya will be open at 6:00 AM for breakfast six days a week. They'll offer some Thai dishes with added fried eggs, and Asian themed omelets with rice instead of potatoes. Of course, if you want to order your lunch "to go" that's possible, in fact management is banking on a lot of that. Anyway, our food was excellent last night. Their soups consistently get high grades, and I really enjoyed my Tom Yum Soup- lots of chicken and lots of spice. We had an Asian Salad and a Papaya salad with chicken. I love the presentation here- they pay as much attention to detail on what a dish looks like as they do to what it tastes like. My Papaya Salad (with chicken upgrade) was a work of art. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/the-green-papaya-canton?select=P3nuralIc0BzLIllwivQ7A It contained lots of tender chicken and lots of ground peanuts layered over bean sprouts and lettuce leaves. The dressing was perfect and the cuke slice garnish and carrot flower finished off the plate. Green Papaya has consistently great food, but they could have used a few extra bodies on the dining floor last night. Anyway, see you at breakfast ! read more

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I found a roach leg in my food. The service was good and the food was okay but the bug legs in my spring rolls were off-putting. The kitchen must be uncleanly in the back. read more

The Green Papaya - Thai Near Me - Canton, Connecticut

Ordered delivery with dine in not being an option and my food arrived hot and delicious. So delicious that I ate it all even though I purposely over ordered. The crab rangoons may be the best I have ever had and the food was fresh and flavorful. Happy to support local business with everything going on right now and in the future when we all get through this. Thank you Green Papaya for providing great food when we need it most. read more

Sweet place! Warm and welcoming service. Delicious food. Don't miss the s special Canton treasure.

We started going a month or so back! We try to order something new each time we go but I LOVE Massaman Curry and always find myself ordering it again and again. Dirk and his wife run a beautiful, family oriented, authentic restaurant! We look forward to continuing to go each week! read more

Authentic , delicious and fresh Thai cuisine ! Comfortable dinning rooms and friendly staff. Highly recommend this little gem of the Farmington Valley! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]no one was in restaurant that should have been my first clue that it was lousy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] vegetables and tofu. old carrots. old broccoli. 5 pieces of tiny tofu. my girlfriends food was just as small as mine. very small servings. her dish had a piece of frozen pork in it! totally not worwith h the price!! read more

My mother had never eaten Thai food before we took her to Green Papaya & she loved it. Since her initial visit she, my husband & I dine there frequently & everything we order is delicious. Love this restaurant. read more