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Thai Cuisine
Category: Restaurants Thai Thai [Edit]
4627 Liberty AvePittsburgh, PA 15224
Neighborhood: Bloomfield
(412) 688-9661
- Hours:
Mon, Wed-Fri 11 am - 2:30 pm
Mon, Wed-Thu 5 pm - 10 pm
Fri 5 pm - 11 pm
Sat 12 pm - 11 pm
Sun 12 pm - 9 pm
- Attire:
- Casual
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Price Range:
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$$
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Ambience:
- Casual
- Has TV:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- No
About This Business:
Treat yourself to the best Tacos in Pittsburgh! Come in and see us today!
69 reviews for Thai Cuisine
Review Highlights
"My favorite dish is the green curry."
(in 8 reviews)
"Spring rolls are always tasty & fresh."
(in 11 reviews)
"Delicious-- try the spicy basil noodles."
(in 4 reviews)
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69 reviews in English
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Review from Meghan C.
10/10/2011
Why haven't I revewied Thai Cuisine before?! I was feeling ridiculously lazy tonight so I ordered delivery from them for the millionth time (available through Wheel Deliver, FYI) and I felt like they deserved some recognition since I have never had a negative experience here.
There isn't much to say about Thai Cuisine, really. The name says it all--straight-up, no frills Thai. They aren't trying to do anything creative or fusiony, they just make good food. First things first, I'm obsessed with fresh spring rolls so for a restaurant to become my primary Thai destination, it has to get those right. Thai Cuisine's are not the best I've ever had, but they are definitely up there as one of my favorites in Pittsburgh. Soft, fresh, and big...nothing's worse than a puny spring roll that is practically frozen from sitting in a refrigerator all day (ahem...Thai Place). So since Thai Cuisine passes the spring roll test, I can talk about their other food, which is all delicious. My favorite is the Pineapple Curry, but I've liked everything I've tried here. If you're one of those people who doesn't venture past Pad Thai, don't worry, that's good too. As a bonus, the portions here are pretty large so the prices are pretty reasonable for the amount of food you get.
The most reliable Thai place I've found so far in the city (although I haven't tried them all yet).
Oh, and banana tempura was found in my takeout bag...but I didn't order any?! I don't know if it was a mistake or a gift, but the free dessert was an awesome surprise after a long day at work! Yum! -
Review from Sheryl T.
11/22/2011
I agree 100% on Maggie G's review. Over priced, bad food, and Pittsburgh DOESN'T know GOOD Thai food.. Plus $40 bucks on Take out...seriously? Ill pass I've had better Thai for less.
Yellow Curry (Ive added a picture of exactly how watery the curry truly is )
(x2) Spring Rolls (2 per order)
Dumplings (5 per order)
Wontons (4/5 per order)
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40 BUCKS
Ill stick to Bangkok Balcony. No more trying out different Thai places in the city. I rather not waste my money on watered down curries and bland dishes which seems to be the norm for the Pittsburgh Thai scene. -
Review from Jane W.
Pittsburgh, PA
11/2/2011
This place is aces for dinner. I've never been at lunchtime but have always been impressed with their dinner service. They're always busy but manage to have a swift table turnover. The BYOB/W makes it even better. It's nice to be able to bring my own and splurge on dessert.
I have the massaman curry pretty frequently. I also love the tom kha chicken soup. -
Review from Amy R.
11/2/2011 1 Check-in Here
BYOB is best! I brought homemade wine and it was lovely!
My first visit was unpleasant because the dish I ordered tasted like burnt noodles (apparently it was supposed to be that way though, so...I was willing to give it a 2nd chance).
My second visit was lovely! The sweet and sour pork was delicious! It was lighter than most sweet & sour dishes I've had previously - which are usually gooped up with thick syrupy sauce.
Tom kha soup is one of my favorites, and theirs did not disappoint! I would say that Thai Cuisine is one of my favorite Thai restaurants in the 'burgh.
Will definitely come back. First experience was just a fluke. -
Review from Nelvin J.
Langhorne, PA
11/20/2011
DON'T JUDGE A BOOK BY IT'S COVER.
A hidden gem, this place is phenomenal - best Thai food I've ever had. You need to go here. -
Review from Jenn T.
We stopped back in here on a hot Friday night for our second visit to the place, and it was just as amazing as the first, several years ago.
I like the fact that the name of this restaurant is just what they offer: Thai Cuisine. Nothing fancy, nothing they can charge you an arm and a leg for because it's gourmet or anything like that. It's just good, delicious, well-prepared Thai food, served by a knowledgable and friendly waitstaff.
Last night, we were starving after walking around in the 90+ degree heat for several hours, so we ordered a few plates of appetizers to split before our entrees. They have a page of 'daily specials' with their menu, and 'shrimp blankets' were on it, so we checked them out. Basically, it's a shrimp (tail-on) in a spring roll, served with a dipping sauce. So very good.
We also got an order of the spring rolls, which were ever-so-slightly tangy, and the Thai toast, which was so crispy and delicious, I considered getting a second order. Their cucumber dipping sauce comes with little chunks of fresh cucumber in it.
And since I recently discovered the magic of veggie tom-yum soup, I decided to try theirs. Oh, so good! On a hot day, I always crave something salty, and this was exactly what I wanted: the bowl is crammed with veggies and tofu (salty, spicy tofu - yum!), and the broth is just spicy enough to please your tastebuds but not overwhelm them.
The servers will ask how spicy you would like to have your meal prepared (the soup as well). I tried everything at a 4, which I felt was just fine. It wasn't bland, but I wasn't panting. Our server said that around a 7 is when things start to get seriously spicy, so go ahead and order in that range if you are brave!
I had the garlic pepper pork (my favorite Thai meal) for an entree. It was incredible, salty and garlicky and the white rice was puffy and just the tiniest bit sticky in that perfectly-prepared way. Lots of good chunks of veggies on the plate as well, and enough sauce to spread on your rice (and enough food to have leftovers for lunch the next day!). My husband got the pork fried rice, and it was a huge, tasty portion. Thankfully, the servers were quick with water refills, because all that saltiness makes you thirsty!
Another perk - Thai Cuisine is BYOB! I truly wish we'd planned on our visit last night, so we could have brought a bottle of wine with us (the closest liquor store is down on Butler Street, so a bit of a hike if you're walking), but we just happened to be in the area when my Thai food craving hit. I am so glad Thai Cuisine was there to supply the delicious food that I needed! -
Review from Rachael N.
Cleveland, OH
9/22/2011
This thai place was....ok.
I got the mango curry dish. I mean, it was okay? Wasn't anything special though.... he got the basil fried rice...and he sure enjoyed it...
I think I've definitely tried better thai food though. It's your typical restaurant- but..... I wish there was some kick to it, or some.... more originality? It was just okay.....
Service was superb though. The waiter was constantly around to fill out water glasses. A+ for the service, for sure! -
Review from Serena R.
8/13/2011
Really enjoyed the food here! I was contemplating whether to give it 4 stars but then I thought what could have been better and couldn't really think of anything. The service was prompt and friendly - they were attentive without being annoying.
I got what I usually get at Thai places - Spicy Basil Noodles and they were probably the best I've had in Pittsburgh. I got a level 8 spicy and most of the time at other Thai establishments I'm disappointed in the lack of spiciness even when I get a level 8, but I can honestly say it was satisfactory level 8 spice worthy - which I truly appreciated.
It was jumping for dinner and it's BYOB so stop by the wine and spirits store beforehand! -
Review from Lauren G.
Pittsburgh, PA
9/12/2011
This is my local Thai food place. It's not necessarily my favorite, or the best around but here's why I like it:
-It's good. I've liked everything I've ordered.
-It's dependable. Things are consistently good, and I order here fairly often.
-They usually get the spice right (of what you ask for on a scale of 1-10)
- It's better than the other one that is a block away. I don't know what other people have to say about this because I hear conflicting opinions of Thai Cuisine and Thai Gourmet, but I have tried them both and can say that I just like this one more.
My favorite dish is the green curry. Most veg packed and the tofu option is a great combination (I'm not a veg, but I eat veg often). I really like the way their tofu is steamed, its creamy and delicious in the thin curry sauce. I usually prefer a thicker curry but something about this curry really works as a thin texture - pretty soupy. But it's light and delicious and I am usually drinking it out of the bottom of my bowl like soup.
I get take-out here quite often, and it is always ready fairly quickly, but I really wish they would deliver so I would not have to move my lazy, hungover ass out of my house.
The dining experience is OK. BYOB is a great plus, but the interior leaves a lot to be desired. The service is always great. Friendly and accommodating and the manager is always there to greet with a smile. -
Review from Mike K.
Mountain View, CA
7/24/2011
Great little hole in the wall restaurant that introduced me to the awesomeness that is Thai food some years ago when I lived in Shadyside. Ended up biking over for takeout once every week or 2.
Living in CA now and haven't been back in about 4 years, and have a fantastic Thai restaurant on my corner, but I still miss Thai Cuisine. The food was great and the staff treated me very well as a regular. Decor and ambiance...lacked a bit but were in line with the prices and the neighborhood. -
Review from Fiona L.
Pittsburgh, PA
7/14/2011
After being deprived of Thai food for 2 years (damn French), and before that coming from the land of abundance in NYC and also SE Asia- I know good Thai food, and was excited to start my exploration of the Thai food scene in Pittsburgh (am I way too optimistic?!).
First attempt: Thai Cuisine. It ain't so terrible. The chicken pad thai was respectable. The penang curry didn't quite have the rich peanut and coconut flavor I was craving, but the base curry flavors lingered in the background, which gives me hope.
Heck for $23 I'm willing to go there again. Sad that they don't have curry puffs, but it's a great location, the people are friendly, and you can get delivery.
I'm still on my quest, but this certainly is a solid option when the craving for Thai hits. -
Review from Nancy H.
Chicago, IL
9/10/2011
fyi--no delivery! still good for our purposes--carry out friday night.
RED CURRY soaked in sugar (but that's what makes it authentic!)
PAD THAI passable but skimped on the green onions (definitely more authentic compared to whatever it is they call pad thai at Lulu's Noodles)
YUM YAI salad nothing special but the SAUCE hit the spot
TOM KHA GHA too heavy on the oil compared to better versions in my memory
for the price and proximity, will return probably for another carry out friday night but will probably head somewhere else if dining-in! -
Review from pracheta t.
Pittsburgh, PA
9/27/2011
I've been here twice so far and it is actually very good. I'm extremely judgmental when it comes to thai food and though the food wasn't perfect (but it was satisfying) i'm still going to give it four stars because I have yet to find a better thai place in Pittsburgh that isn't a murderously long drive away from our house.
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Review from Karen H.
Gilbert, AZ
2/21/2011
If I could give more than 5 stars, I would!
Now, I will be a tad sentimental here. Thai Cuisine was my first experience with Thai. A friend brought me there for lunch back in 2006 - and I have been a junkie ever since. And, to be perfectly honest, I have only found one other place in the burgh that I think has comparable food in terms of taste - and the prices there are much higher. We live about 45 minute drive from TC so for us to frequent there means that we really do enjoy the food!
Over the years, DH and I have brought many friends to TC. To be honest, it is not much to look at. It really is lacking in atmosphere and, to be honest, I would love to see them clean up their restrooms a lot. But the service is always good and the food - well, the food is so good, I can live with this little "diner". Besides, we always end up down the street afterwards for a coffee and there are restrooms there :)
We have tried all of the appetizers - DH says it is hands down the best hot & sour he has ever had. Steamed dumplings are the tastiest in town - good taste but nothing overwhelming (i have had them with so much garlic, I regret eating them). Spring rolls are always tasty & fresh. BTW - if you go at lunch, they add a tiny salad with peanut dressing to your plate - try not to lick the plate when you are done :)
I think we have tried every curry on the menu - red, green, pineapple, panang, musman, winter. Winter is always our favorite - a green curry with the pumpkin is to die for. DH will scrape the bowl on this one.
I am a noodle junkie. My favorite here of all the dishes is their Pad See Ew. I always get it with shrimp which are nice-sized and plentiful. It is the sauce that differentiates this from other Thai places. TC uses a sweet black bean sauce that is amazing. I have tried this dish and it is the sauce that makes this dish. I have liked their Rad Na and enjoyed the fried rices but I always come back to the Pad See Ew because I know that I can't find comparable anywhere else.
I will admit that we have never tried desserts there. To be honest, we find the portions plentiful and have never wanted dessert afterwards.
If you are looking for atmosphere, head to Squirrel Hill or the South Side or Wexford. If you are looking for tasty food at a reasonable price, this is your spot. And just remember - there is always takeout! -
Review from amanda l.
Pittsburgh, PA
4/9/2011
(BYOB)
Went here for Saturday lunch with my husband, and we had some GREAT Thai Food! Although they open at noon, we were there a few minutes early and they seated us. I'm a vegetarian so I really loved the fact that they had a separate menu with only vegetarian options. Made it easier than scanning through the entire menu. Prices are good! We shared spring rolls, pad Thai, green curry with 2/green teas for $31.
The interior was okay. Not very fancy, but fine. We will definitely be going there! The portions are big too, so we had some food to take home, which is always nice! -
Review from Amber L.
Philadelphia, PA
4/16/2010
This is hands down the best Thai I've ever had.
The Tom Yum Veggie Soup is AWESOME. And I got the spicy basil and it was SO GOOD.
I obviously don't need to get into it too much since this place is clearly very popular and we all agree it's delicious, but someone freaked out at me about how I needed to try the soup, so I'll freak out at you: TRY THE SOUP. -
Review from Marni K.
Washington, DC
11/20/2010
I know I've always like this place but I seem to forget how good it actually is until I have it again. This is really solid Thai. The curries are delicious and loaded with fresh ingredients (I've had the red, green, and mussaman) but, after trying the spicy basil noodles tonight at the suggestion of other yelpers, I don't think I'll be able to order anything else ever again. Seriously seriously good (I had it with duck) and you can definitely split it. Also, this place is cheap...you really can't do better than their lunch deal. I wish I had a place like Thai Cuisine nearby in DC.
Only thing I've had here that I didn't like: the fresh rolls are kind of mediocre but I'm not much of a fan of fresh rolls to begin with so take that as you will. -
Review from Jamie S.
Brooklyn, NY
10/28/2011 1 Check-in Here
Always delicious, i think the best dish I've had here is the Thai Eggplant dish with whatever kind of meat or tofu you want. Their Tom Yum is also amazing. Have been here several times and I love it
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Review from Emma G.
Denver, CO
5/3/2010
After moving from SF to Denver about 1.5 years ago, I've missed good Thai food. Luckily, I've found myself in Pittsburgh for a week for work. I found Thai Cuisine on Yelp and loved it! I took a short drive from my hotel, near CMU campus, across a bridge into a very authentic little Pittsburgh neighborhood. As soon as I saw their special, Winter Curry, (Green Curry that includes Kabocha Squash, Zucchini, Potatoes, Carrots, Chicken), I was thrilled. And, after tasting this scrumptiousness, I was hooked for life! I gave 4 stars and not 5 only due to it not being an amazing environment...but for food only, definitely a 5 star!
Haven't left Pitt yet but already excited for a return trip for more yummy Thai! -
Review from Erica K.
Chicago, IL
8/14/2008
Of the many, many good things that come with living in Bloomfield, Thai Cuisine tops the list. I've only ordered take out, but the service has always been above par. The place is BYOB, which means you can have a fancy meal on the cheap. They have a great veg menu, it's not over saturated with fake meat, or light on the protein. Their menu strikes a great vegetable/protein balance for non-meat eaters, and it looks like it does the same for omnivores.
The price is great too, you can get plenty of food for about $10 per person (not including tip or drinks) -
Review from Vicky C.
Pittsburgh, PA
12/2/2010
Took a friend to chow down at this thai restaurant.
PROS: Have had the pad thai, wide noodles w/ black bean sauce, and mango curry here. All were good. The front desk was very welcoming. Decent prices ($10- 12/dish). They also have a daily specials menu, at least for dinner.
CONS: Crab rangoon was overfried- wouldn't recommend this appetizer. Side street parking.
Overall, will be back to check out the rest of the menu. -
Review from Patricia S.
New York, NY
7/11/2009
When I lived in Pittsburgh, I was always trying to find the best Thai restaurant. I failed miserably. So when I visited for July 4th, I had a friend take me to her favorite place. This was it! and I was grateful!
I went with about 8 people and we BYOB'ed which was a fantastic idea. Some semi-sweet white wine went well with the flavorful light Thai food. Most of the table had the curries(I thought the red was the best), but I went with the eggplant with the vegetarian duck. Simply delicious! Highly highly recommend it. The spicy basil sauce was the highlight. My partner had one of the chef specials, which was by far the most interesting, but maybe not the tastiest.
Overall, an affordable, low-fuss, great place to eat. There also seemed to be a steady crowd there when we got there and left. It looks like a popular spot. For good reason! -
Review from Kevin A.
8/13/2009
Thai Cuisine is one of the best Thai places I've been to in the States - finding it in Pittsburgh was a real surprise. The food here is outstanding, and the service is comparable to what I'd expect in a $50/person restaurant, and this place is definitely not $30/plate. With appetizers, Thai iced tea, and two entrees, my girlfriend and I paid about $30.
I highly recommend the cold chicken and sprout salad. Wish I could remember the name of it, because it's heavenly. (...Which probably assumes that heaven looks like Thailand. ...Which would be a nice place to spend eternity.) Thai iced tea is really good, too. -
Review from Alex S.
Brooklyn, NY
4/1/2009
Pretty good Thai, though slightly overrated. Hit and miss, with the curries more solid than anything else I've tried. Enormous portions.
Ambience is very open and casual but somehow still pretty "nice". Seating is never an issue.
It's good to have more BYOB options. Go here with some friends casually, bring a growler or a couple of bombers, have a good relaxed time. Overall, I'm a fan, but wish my friends would want to go here less often. -
Review from jessica a.
Brooklyn, NY
1/22/2009
Delicious-- try the spicy basil noodles. Really relaxed atmosphere, nice low lighting, friendly staff. Your water glass will never get more than a third empty!
Oh, sometimes I really miss Pittsburgh. -
Review from A L.
San Francisco, CA
7/15/2007
I must write a review for this restaurant! :)
I have lived in Pittsburgh for almost 8 years now and luckily found this Thai restaurant early in my move. Let me start with a little story. My sister lived in Northern California and was visiting. We were talking about places to eat and I of course mentioned and suggested Thai Cuisine, knowing how good their food is. My sister was skeptical, to say the least, mentioning in the same breath that she lives in the San Francisco area, could a place in Pittsburgh actually be that good if not better than restaurants in CA? I decided to let the food speak for itself --- and it did! My sister ordered the red curry (duck with pineapple), her fave dish, and she LOVED it. In fact, she admitted after that this restaurant was indeed the best she had had - and that it was too bad that it was in Pittsburgh.
Me personally? I love the green curry with mock duck (wheat gluten) - and I am not vegan or vegetarian. I would like to mention that this restaurant has a nice selection of vegetarian and vegan options. The crispy spring rolls are yummy, especially with the sauce. The soups are all pretty great.
You should try this restaurant, it will definitely be worth your time. And if you like your food spicy, like I do, make sure you tell them you want it thai spicey at 10 out of 10! :)Listed in: Pittsburgh Restaurants
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Review from Sujata S.
San Francisco, CA
2/15/2009
What's not to love about Thai Cuisine? Relaxed and spacious atmosphere. Friendly hosts who will humor you if you try to speak Thai to them, and of course great Thai food.
They were even kind enough to offer me a generous handful of Kaffir lime leaves when I wanted to try my own hand at some Thai cookin! -
Review from Matthew Y.
Auburn Hills, MI
11/14/2009 1 photo
The *best* Thai restaurant in Pittsburgh, hands down.
You see alot of new thai places pop up that serve you "american thai"... mild dishes from pre-made sauces and canned meat\ vegetables. This is not that place.
Great seating, with capacity for about 45 or so people. Great dinning area with access to windows allowing the sun in. Flexible hours, often open until 10\11 at night.
I've been here a few times now and each time has been consistently delicious. A friend and I enjoyed steamed dumpling, which were delicious but alittle pricey for 4 ($4.95). I enjoyed the Red Curry (Roasted Duck, Tomatoes, Bell Peppers, Basil Leaves and Pineapple in a Coconut Curry) which was amazing. All fresh ingredients cooked to order. I had mine at a 8/10 spice level, which had a slight kick but nothing too crazy, really it depends on who is cooking that day. My friend enjoyed the Yellow Curry (Chicken, Potatoes and Carrots in a Coconut Curry) which was just as great!
This place is great and is worth checking out. About $10 a plate and offers enough food to fill you for lunch and dinner! -
Review from Jeff G.
5/18/2010
Went here last week and it was good. Nothing special, but good.
If you're looking for a reasonable and inexpensive thai meal, head here.
If I could, I'd give it a 3.5. -
Review from Steven T.
Elk, WA
10/12/2009
Thai Cuisine was very good and might be deserving of 5 stars but I have only been there once and there were a couple of items that knocked it down to 4.
I started with Tom Yum Veggie, it was loaded wit LOTS of fresh vegetables, the broth had a little too much lime in it for me and the idea of adding extra heat with chili flakes was okay but overall the broth lacked any sort of flavor outside of base, lime, chili flakes.
I had the Spciy Basill Noodles, this dish was excellent very similar to Pad Kee Mao but it had egg and bell pepper in it. This dish alone deserved 5 stars.
My only other critique is that I had ginger tea and it was westernized version, on the sweet side and lacking the spiciness of true ginger tea.
With my little nit-picks aside I currently highly recommend this dining establishment, not that they need much help, they were very busy as they should be - go enjoy. -
Review from Duy N.
Montgomery, MD
5/28/2010
Very solid Thai place. I have the fried spring rolls, which was good (crispy flaky crust, but the filling wasn't anything to write about), the vegetarian tom yum soup (pretty good, but honestly I've had better tasting broth), and the winter curry. The curry was interesting, but the kabocha squash (which i'm a fan of) didn't seem to fit in right with the curry. The curry itself was good and the dish was a good effort. My gf had the vegetarian pad thai. She thought it was good, but a little too soupy (too much fluid).
Also, they offer most things spiciness from a scale of 1 to 10. They said 5 is good, but I tasted almost no spice. I'd go for a 10 next time.
From what I read this places is among the best in Pitt, and I can see how this might be true. Next time I'm in Pitt, I'll definitely consider coming back. -
Review from Timothy L.
Philadelphia, PA
1/4/2010
Stopped here based on its Yelp raiting while driving through Pittsburgh. The other Yelpers are right--this is a good place. The food was excellent, the service was prompt, and the prices were very reasonable.
My one complaint is that my wife ordered a tea that never came. Mistakes happen, so I'm not going to take a star off for this, but if you go here don't be afraid to remind the waitstaff if they forget part of your order. -
Review from Miriam W.
6/8/2011
What a gem of a place, situated as it is amongst the Italian eateries in Bloomfield, Pittsburgh's Little Italy. This is my favorite Thai restaurant in the city, and arguably the best. I've not had a bad meal here, and everything I've tried has been delicious, with the green curry standing out in my mind as one of the best I've had anywhere. We came here with a large group of people one night, some of whom had never had Thai food, and all left happy and appreciative of my excellent taste when it comes to choosing restaurants. (pat, pat, pat). One of my friends had the springroll and liked it so much he ordered another for dinner. Service here is always good, with a friendly and professional staff that takes the time to help you with ordering. The one downside is that parking is a challenge, as this is a busy street in a bustling neighborhood. I usually find parking on a sidestreet, and would brave much more difficult hurdles to get to this food.
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Review from Kat S.
Pittsburgh, PA
1/20/2009
Best Thai food in town, for sure. Screw all those other places, they're inferior and probably cost way more.
The green curry is my favorite thing, but the yellow curry is pretty good. There are vegetarian options (although I usually go for the meat), and one time they had a salmon tom kha gai soup special, which I wasn't sure was a good idea, but it was actually a terrific idea.
One of the few places I can take any or all of my family or in-laws and be sure that everyone will enjoy themself.
The name kind of lends itself to semi-comedic confusion, though:
"Where do you want to go for dinner?"
"How about Thai Cuisine?"
"Thai sounds great. Where do you want to go?"
"Um... Thai Cuisine?"
(Wash, rinse, repeat...) -
Review from Zoe P.
Arlington, MA
7/15/2007
One of my favorite Thai places, maybe ever. Fresh, sweet, spicy and all around good. Not super heavy or cloying sweet. Friendly service and all at a fair price.
I hate hearing my neighbors, though. -
Review from J L.
Santa Clara, CA
5/20/2008
Hands down, the best Thai food I've ever had!
I think their specialty are their curries. You can't go wrong with any of their curries.
I think their other dishes are good, but not all of them are in the same level as their curries. Their pad thai was good and their spicy calamari was a bit underwhelming.
For appetizers, I've tried their taro roll (good!) and their thai spring rolls (good as well!). For soups, I've tried their Tom Yum soup and it was excellent - just not served in a easy-to-ladle-and-serve container.
BUT, with that being said, head straight there and order their curry! It's excellent! -
Review from Al G.
Belmont, MA
3/27/2010
As an expatriate of Pgh, Thai Cuisine was an unexpected gem in the middle of the city. I have found very little in my current venue of Boston which compares well.
The prices are extremely reasonable, and the seating is intimate. The cuisine is extremely authentic (especially for being Pittsburgh) and is suited from picky eaters to foodies. -
Review from Alyson Y.
Pittsburgh, PA
8/5/2008
I always thought I hated Thai food, but it turns out I just hadn't tried good Thai food! Thai Cuisine is easily my favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh right now. As others say, try the curries; they're absolutely delicious. Their mock duck and "veggie chicken ham" (it really does taste like chicken and ham simultaneously) are very tasty, and a welcome addition to the menu. And speaking of the menu, Thai Cuisine offers an entire vegetarian menu!
Also, the service here is perfect. Really. The servers are incredible. -
Review from Tim S.
Pittsburgh, PA
3/5/2011
This is the only Thai I've had so I might just be reviewing Thai food generally as being good, but I couldn't imagine asking more out of this restaurant. The tables and seating look much nicer than the price, which was under $10 for me I believe for just a curry/meat/rice bowl, which was more than filling. My dad ordered the same thing and asked for "9" spiciness, but did not think it was spicy at all. I asked for "5" not really sure what the scale meant and it did not taste remotely spicy (which was fine).
We've gone a second time and both got the same thing as the first. Don't mess with a good thing, I guess! -
Review from Tyler J.
Denver, CO
1/16/2009
This is absolutely one of my favorite places to eat! I have been here almost every week for the past couple months. The food is delicious. The service is fantastic & friendly. The atmosphere is very pleasant.
Recommended: The curry. The green is good, and the yellow is to die for.
They have a pretty big menu, along with a separate vegetarian one. The prices are very reasonable. No alcohol here, but it's BYOB (only $1 a glass if you bring a bottle of wine).
I really can't imagine finding better Thai food in Pittsburgh, or anywhere for that matter -- YUM.
