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    4.4 (27 reviews)
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    Pho
    Collana C.

    Everything was absolutely delicious! I came here yesterday to celebrate my dad's birthday, and the service was excellent. All of our food came out hot, and our server was very attentive -- we left with zero complaints. We tried a little bit of everything, and it was all amazing. If you're hesitant about coming here, don't be! The food is authentic and full of flavor. We visited on a Saturday night around 6:30 p.m. and had a great experience. I usually don't leave reviews but for this place I had to. I'm contemplating on going back again today lol

    Kao Piek Sen
    Daniel C.

    If you've never had Laotian food but enjoy Vietnamese and Thai food, give Xay's a try. Lao cuisine shares many of the same ingredients and even the same dishes, but with their own unique twist that makes it worth exploring. I love how they serve rice with the Tom Yum soup unlike most Thai places in the area. Not only does it balance the strong flavors of the soup, but also makes for a much heartier meal. The food is cooked flavorfully without much oil, grease, or an abundance of MSG/fish sauce, which is always appreciated. We've mostly ordered dishes we're familiar with such as their pho and pad kee mao (drunken noodles) and admittedly have yet to branch out too much so far, but looking forward to exploring the rest of their menu! (Update 7/21: Loved the Kao Piek Sen!) It's always been the same person serving us (they only have one person in the front of the house the last two times we've been there, which is usually sufficient for a small space like this during quiet hours) and she has always been kind, prompt and attentive. The only nags we've had so far is the beef for the pho usually comes out tougher than we would like. They have a crispy pork and shrimp wonton appetizer we also found kind of lackluster, but we do enjoy the sai oua (pork sausage) appetizer. I don't know too much about the history of Xay's Kitchen, but apparently they're a family run business with a location in Danbury as well. I'm just happy they opened in Orange and right next to Lin's Kitchen, which is actually a solid option for Sichuan food. I'm hoping their presence brings even more diverse asian cuisine options to the Orange area, on top of the more recent openings of Ji Bei Chuan and K-Pot! There's always room for another "Kitchen" next to Xay's and Lin's lol. Best of luck, and as long as the food continues to be consistently good, we'll be coming back!

    Laotian sausage, and flank steak Yum. Lots of flank so delicious
    Frederick M.

    Love this one as much as the one in Danbury! Laotian sausage is beautifully crispy and flavorful. Pho is excellent as well.

    Joy Q.

    So delicious and affordable! This restaurant has been rebranded and it does not disappoint. I loved the pho, Thai noodle and chicken satay Friendly service with smiles that brightened my day My only complaint is that the rice from mango sticky rice was partly undercooked and really hard to chew. Other than that all the other dishes were perfect

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    Thanchanok P.

    I need original Lao papaya salad. Finally I found this place it's just the test as I wanted. It great value when you order App Sampler menu. Eat with sticky rice very fantastic test.

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    Tia Y.

    Finally some Lao representation! We've been to the Danbury location and thankful for this newest location. Food is amazing and can't wait to come back for more. Very friendly service and beautiful decorated. Their lunch special is worth the drive up and will return soon to try the pho! As a Lao American, I can honestly say this is the best Lao Thai restaurant in CT.

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    The food was excellent and they had a wide selection. My server was friendly and attentive

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    Delicious and consistently authentic thai food! I visit them at least once per week. Great customer service as well!!!!!

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    Mai Thai Restaurant

    Mai Thai Restaurant

    4.2
    (214 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    We tried this place with a family of 6 for a weeknight dinner and this is by far the worst Thai…read morefood I've had in the New Haven county area. The spring rolls were an absolute joke and overpriced. They had a very weird funky taste from first bite to after taste. Portions were small overall and prices were high. Most of the dishes we had lacked flavor. Compared to all the other fantastic Thai restaurants around, I wouldn't come here again. Our particular server was not mean but she also was not nice. She had a very particular way of doing every bit and it was just an odd experience as a diner. Food overall: 4.5/10 Service: 4.5/10 I'm surprised this place has good reviews on google. Maybe we just went on a bad night but this is what we experienced so it is what it is.

    Tried Mai Thai Restaurant yesterday lunch and had a really nice meal…read more The lad na seafood but substitute with pork was flavorful with a rich gravy and tender meat. The same as I had in Thailand. The fresh summer rolls were light and refreshing, with dipping sauce. You can also request with delicious peanut sauce. Server gave me to try. My sister ordered the shoyu ramen with shrimp tempura, which was delicious. Tempura was served separately so it was crispy. My mom also had Ladna seafood but shrimp only. It is really big portion. Overall, a solid spot if you're in the mood for Thai and Japanese noodles.

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    C-3 Yellow Curry
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    Yum D Thai Cuisine

    Yum D Thai Cuisine

    4.3
    (234 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    I drove by a few times and finally decided to try tonight. Any time a restaurant has fresh food I…read moream in love ! Each dish was hot and fresh. The owners were very friendly. If you're craving authentic, fresh, and delicious Thai food, this spot delivers in every way! The ingredients taste incredibly fresh, from the vibrant veggies to the aromatic herbs, making each dish a burst of flavor. The perfect balance of spices, sweetness, and tanginess shines in every bite. Their Thai iced boba tea is smooth and refreshing, the perfect complement to the meal. Service is warm and welcoming, adding to the authentic Thai experience. Highly recommended for Thai food lovers or anyone looking to try something amazing!

    We had this for the first time recently, and the food was very good. As was the friendly customer…read moreservice (we got the food to go, so we can't speak much to the ambiance). What was not good was the notable discrepancy in price on the website versus the actual prices. So, this review is a PSA because Thai Spice really needs to rectify this immediately and get all of its sites updated. At the time of our order two weeks ago (and at the time that I am writing this review), the website https://thaispiceauthentic.com/ and the PDF menu hyperlink on that website (and the Order Now hyperlinks on the site) all reflect outdated prices. If you access the business via the https://www.yumdthaicuisine.com/ site (immediately confusing because this does not appear to be the current restaurant name, and the sign outside the restaurant says Thai Spice) or if you Google the restaurant and access the Toast site to order, you will get the current, actual prices. But these are way too many variables for a customer to reasonably navigate or to know what is accurate. We ordered the following: - Thai Sampler - We expected to pay $14.96/99 (two prices, one on the PDF and one via the Order Now link); the actual current price is an astounding $22.50 ($15 was a good deal, we thought; $22.50 is not--not for what you get) - Chicken Pad Thai - We expected to pay $13.96/99; the actual price is $14.95 - Yellow Curry - $13.96/99; actual price, $14.95 - Sticky Rice - $3.00; actual price, $4.00 A difference of over $10. Not great.

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    C3. Massamun Curry
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    Island Poke

    Island Poke

    4.8
    (19 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    This place is great! Came in randomly for takeout. It's so cute inside. The girls working got hit…read morewith a bunch of orders at the same time as people were coming in. They handled it with grace. I got the Hawaiian dreams bowl and mango lemonade, so so good. If I lived nearby I'd definitely come back.

    I had such a nice experience here! I love that you can fully customize your own poke bowl. I went…read moreall out & loaded mine up w/ a ton of different toppings. The best part is that most of the ingredients are already included, so you really get a lot for your money. If you want extras, it's only a small upcharge, which is totally reasonable. I liked that you actually get to choose everything & watch them make your bowl in front of you. My poke bowl was scrumptious! The ingredients tasted fresh & clean! I found myself wanting more & more w/ each delicious bite! The service really stood out to me. Annie who helped us was such a sweetheart!She was super kind,helpful (she took the time out to explain the menu),& welcoming!She even gave us coupons for free ice cream on our next visit. Since a few people in our group were from out of state & couldn't use the coupons, she gave them complimentary ice cream on the spot. Annie made sure we still got to enjoy the treat, which was such a thoughtful gesture. The space itself is really cute, too! It had nice decor & fun,comfortable,relaxed vibes that makes you want to hang out & enjoy your food. We (my niece,her 2 friends,& me) also tried a few bubble teas, & overall they were really good. The chocolate & brown sugar flavors were def my favorites. The strawberry one didn't quite hit the mark for me, & the ice cream wasn't the best(but honestly, everything else from the food to the service more than made up for it). I also tried the spring rolls & they were tasty & crispy (fresh out the fryer). I'd def come back again, especially for another fully loaded poke bowl & that great customer service!

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    Check out area
    Grilled Chicken Bento Box
    Grilled Chicken Bento Box
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    Nice Day Chinese

    Nice Day Chinese

    3.5
    (11 reviews)
    3.0 mi

    It's been a long time coming for me to finally nail down a visit and review of this new business…read morethat's in the former location of the very popular "Great Wall Chinese Restaurant" Nice Day Chinese is gaining in popularity by word of mouth and its because of a friend's recommendation that I decided to try? Using Uber Eats, I ordered the Jumbo Shrimp and Broccoli, White Rice accompanied by a Brown Savory Sauce and 2 Classic Pork Egg Rolls. Everything was hot, delicious and filling. There's something to be said if I don't finish a meal to the end. I highly recommend "Nice Day Chinese" as a definite stop when considering lunch or dinner options?

    Nice Day, conveniently located across from the train and police station, offers the highest-quality…read moreChinese food I've found in West Haven. While even smaller than the New Haven location, this spot retains the same modern, bright, and clean aesthetic. As noted by the previous reviewer, Karen, this is primarily a takeout restaurant first with an option to dine in with only about three tables. We chose to eat in and found the table service to be friendly, helpful, and attentive. Although you order at the counter, this is not self-service, so please remember to tip accordingly! The food quality was excellent. The Singapore Mei Fun was perfectly cooked, evenly coated with curry powder, packed with flavor and a hint of spice, and boasting generous portions of high-quality jumbo shrimp and tender chicken. The Dan Dan Noodles, though drier and blander than I'm used to, was still acceptable but admittedly the weakest dish of our meal. Similarly, I would have preferred the hot and sour soup with a bit more spice and sourness, but that's a matter of personal taste. The Soup Dumplings were hot, flavorful, and notably free of excess oil. Overall, the food was "clean" - lightly cooked, minimally oily, and not overly salty. This lighter touch allowed me to enjoy my meal without that heavy, post-meal sluggishness. The price point is slightly higher than average, which is justifiable given the superior quality. I'm hoping they can continue to maintain this level of quality and service moving forward. Finding and retaining good employees is always a challenge as well, so it will be interesting to see how they address potential future turnover. I'm thrilled to have such a great option for Chinese food in West Haven! It's a shame they don't offer the Bone Broth Red Braised Beef Noodle Soup, but it makes sense, as I doubt it would resonate with the local clientele. They also seem to be the only spot that I know of in West Haven that offers bubble tea, though its market potential beyond the occasional high school or UNH student remains to be seen.

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    Nice Day Chinese
    Nice Day Chinese
    Nice Day Chinese

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