31 Best Thai Restaurants near Castro Valley

“I had a great experience at this Thai restaurant. It has a nice cozy mom n’ pop atmosphere to it. Service was good, I ordered a cup of tom yum soup with a side of jasmine rice and it was very yummy. My friend who I went with is from Castro Valley and they always order the Pad Kee Mao. Super solid option if you’re craving noodles and a bit of spice! This is just my preference but I really liked how they used glass cups for water rather than plastic like how most restaurants use. The only thing that I wish they included on their menu is a papaya salad. I love papaya salad so I was a bit disappointed when I couldn’t find it on the menu. Overall, this was a solid Thai restaurant so I would recommend trying it and supporting their small business!“

“First off, this place has been here for as long as I can remember. During my college years, I have seen this place and almost 20 years later, it is still here. Longevity in the restaurant business is tough so when looking for a place to add to my takeout list as a new resident to Castro Valley, I had to give this place a try.

I have been in Castro Valley for about 7 months now and have gotten take out from here at least 5 times and every single time, my wife and I have been greeted and treated with love by the owners. Were there a few times where I had to wait a little while longer because of how busy they were or issues in the kitchen? Of course yes, stuff like that happens. I am a patient and understanding person. What is always consistent is the warmth that the owner just seems to emit, it must be the Thai culture and personality as having traveled to Thailand more than a handful of times, I felt the the love from the people.

Now for the food. We usually order pad see eww, crab fried rice, angel wings and a few currys. The food always comes super hot and delicious, havent had a bad experience yet with the food. Honestly, what keeps me coming back is the lady that runs the place, I adore her and the love she treats people with.“

“We brought our friend here to celebrate his birthday because we wanted to gift an experience. We saw you featured on Check Please . . . And you guys WOW’d us beyond our expectations!! Amazing staff! And amazing food . . And yes, amazing cocktails!! Down to the last finishing touches ! We will definitely be back !“

“A hidden gem. Was introduced to this quaint oasis by friends. Since then, it has become one of my favorite haunts. The owner is extremely courteous, very generous and hospitable. We started by going there for dinner but on one occasion wanted to celebrate a friend’s birthday for lunch and needed and requested an extended and uninterrupted experience. So we were allowed to stay on beyond the 2:30 pm shut down before dinner in a very cosy and welcoming setting. The host was most attentive when needed but did not try to rush our ordering of lunch menu selections and even suggested to try some new dishes on the menu. I take all my special guests to the bungalow on rose for an exquisite dining experience.“

“Delicious food, great service, fun atmosphere!“

“The most thoughtful Thai dishes I have ever had! Even for a Thai person like me, sometimes I forget what’s it supposed to be like having Thai food since I have been living in the US for so long, this place brought me back home to the real deal. It is very different from other Thai place for a good reason.“

“Great food and service, would recommend, love it 😋“

“I recommend the pancakes.great people .Great conversations with the owners.if you eat here you will not leave hungry“

“We love this place, but my only complaint is that there are no kids portions/options. You have to understand from parent perspective. If my kids don’t like anything I am not going there even if I love it. Kids don’t always like same food, so now I’m stuck with getting each kid full price item. For example one of my kids likes chicken noodle soup but he can never finish the whole thing. The other one does not like it so 1/2 of it is a waste. Now I got to order something for the other kid which loved chicken satay which he also does not finish. You see how it quickly adds up. And I guess it’s ok if they eat the whole thing but they don’t. So when we choose a place to go we would more likely to go somewhere where they have kids menu. Also kids don’t eat complicated dishes, esp spicy food or souses so ordering from regular menu is very tough. For example they dont like pineapple fried rice which might seem like a tasty dish for kids but not all kids eat that. Just asking for some plain kids options, I’d be here many more times a week. But at this point, I can only take the fam here 1x every couple of weeks max.“

“This was my first time eating here, footnote. I’m not from this area. Had a group that went hiking and decided on Thai food after the hike. Went with the chicken yellow curry and Jazmyne rice. Overall, it was good and the service was very friendly. At the end, they brought out some snacks for dessert that were prepackaged.“

“They just hosted our annual Post-Thanksgiving Dinner. We were a party of 30. So much amazing food, and the service was wonderful. There are some special dishes we ordered that needed to be pre-ordered. “House Special Crab and Curry Crab” did not disappoint. We will definitely be back to try more dishes when we are in town.“

“I’ve eaten here only one time and gotten take out a number of times. This is a great neighborhood Thai restaurant. Everything I’ve ordered, which is mostly the vegetarian options has been super solid. I love their pad prik khing. I do feel terrible every time I pick up my takeout that there are so few customers dining in. In 2026, I’m going to dine in here more often since they’re so nice!“

“I am a huge fan of Thai cuisine! It is, in fact, one of my absolute favorites.
I have had the pleasure of dining at various Thai restaurants across different cities and countries—Los Angeles, New York, Nice, and others. But I can assure you with absolute certainty: I have never tasted anything better or more delicious among Thai restaurants than the dishes served right here at Mai Thai. The food is delicious, generous, and exquisite, featuring a truly stunning presentation—all served with warmth and love! To all fellow fans of Thai cuisine, I wholeheartedly recommend this specific restaurant: Mai Thai.
I have never had such a delicious meal anywhere else, nor have I ever been welcomed with such warmth, attentiveness, and a true home-away-from-home feeling!
I love you guys!!!“

“I was there for dinner time and ordered a red curry with rice.
the flavors and aroma of the curry was really good. It was a shame that it was ala carte and didn't come with rice.
Portion size was good, Service was OK, as they took order from people who arrived after me first and even got their food first, understandably, even though the restaurant was pretty much empty.
$17 for curry and $4 for rice.
$27 dinner in bay area seems to be a Norm nowadays.“

“Outstanding flavors , packed with protein and vegetables. Quantity was good.“

“Great customer service and the food was delicious. Our eyes were bigger than our stomach, but hey, great leftovers 😋“

“This spot is so cute, clean and service is fast and friendly! The food was delicious and they even substituted chicken for the rib for me! They gave a me lot of chicken too. Will absolutely visit again!“

“😄Authentic Thai, great tastes“

“The praram sauce was delicious. They made the sauce vegetarian on request and it was absolutely delicious despite a modification. The veggies in the praram vegetables dish were cooked to perfection as well. Waiting for next visit 🤤

Vegetarian options: Truly vegetarian alternatives on request. At a lot of places the vegetarian swaps taste fishy (pun unintended). No such thing here, their vegetarian dishes are truly free from meat/fish. Thank u Pagarung 🙏“

“I met friends (who had never experienced Thai food before) at House of Basil for lunch. I ordered for us, because I'm a big fan of Thai food, and selected Satay, Green Curry with Chicken, Rendang Beef, and of course, some Pad Thai. Everything was delicious! I highly recommend this restaurant, and will definitely return when I'm back in the area!“

“Chai Thai Noodles Hayward is a fantastic spot for comforting Thai flavors! The noodles were perfectly cooked, rich in taste, and well-balanced with just the right level of spice and aroma. Every dish felt fresh and satisfying, especially the signature noodle bowls that really stand out. The portions were generous, the service was friendly, and the atmosphere was casual and welcoming. A great place for a quick, flavorful meal easily a 5-star experience!“

“I've been contemplating going to this place for years. I wasn't able to stop by there because I was always at work. I finally went with my family and they don't miss a beat. It was on point. I will go there every week if I could. Everything was tender. Delicious, flavorful, colorful and pretty much healthy, which is rare nowadays. You can tell that they have been in this business for a while cuz they know what they're doing“

“We are vegetarian and tried their tikka masala tofu wraps, and the fries. Excellent taste, healthy ingredients, made fresh and fries were baked. The mint drink was refreshing 💚. Overall we loved the quality of the food. Maria was particularly great at hospitality.“

“My BF lived in Oakland for a couple of decades and never been here; so we thought we’d give it a try. Seems quite authentic, though we couldn’t quite stomach the fermented pork sausage. The fried version was good of course. Jeo Pa Dach was excellent, as was the quail. We’ll come back to try other dishes! It’s a small, simple, no frills restaurant.“

“Today, I discovered a Taishan-style restaurant. I haven’t seen it for a long time. It’s the taste of my childhood. You can add your favorite salty soup balls and ingredients according to your own taste. Their steamed rice is also pretty good, nutritious and delicious. Nothing I ordered was too bad, the dishes were rich and colorful, and the service was very good. I will try their rice bowls and skewers next time. The ones ordered by the next table looked very good, and they also have several nourishing soups. I recommend everyone to try it!“

“Yummy food with good environment ♥️♥️“

“Food is good and Shorty, our host, is very nice and funny.“

“Vulcan Thai Cafe is the kind of neighborhood restaurant that leaves an impression well beyond the meal itself. Lily, the owner, was an exceptionally gracious host: warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in making sure the dining experience was a memorable one. She took the time to explain the menu with care and shared stories of Thai culture that gave the meal a welcome sense of place and authenticity.

I ordered the Emerald Salmon Curry, and it was excellent. The salmon was complemented by a beautifully balanced curry sauce, which was fragrant, nuanced, and seasoned with remarkable precision. The vegetables were crisp and fresh, offering just the right contrast in texture while absorbing the flavors of the curry without losing their character.

Between the quality of the food and Lily’s generous hospitality, Vulcan Thai Cafe offers far more than a good meal; it offers the sort of personal, culturally rich dining experience that makes a restaurant worth returning to.“

“I eat Thai food once a week and this ranks among the best in the area...smaller, unassuming place but a very pleasant waitstaff and crazy good food...they also understood “mild” and adjusted all the dishes perfectly...we tried 5 items and all were good!“

“This Thai/Lao spot is truly a hidden gem in the Industrial area of Hayward off Highway 92. Fortunately, it's right off the freeway at the Clawiter/Eden Landing and you can spot it along the freeway.

Offering Thai and Lao food with some sushi rolls but I'm here for the Thai/Lao food as I love Nam Khao which is Southeast Asian crispy rice salad (with Lao pork) with plenty of flavor and textures accompanied with peanuts, mint, cilantro and lettuce for wrapping.

Royal Lao does a good one with plenty of bold flavors and heat (I asked for medium). The only comment I have for this dish it wasn't crispy (and not due to take out) so no crunch to it at all...no worries...popped into the air fryer and perfect! 4/5

:: Chicken Larb - ground chicken, herbs like mint, lime and fish sauce and chili with some cucumber and salad. - Flavorful and yummy. 4/5

:: Pork skewer (4) - good and juicy but could've been charred a bit to render some of the fat and get some caramelization from the sugars. Accompanied by a tomato-based sauce 3.5/5

Service friendly and efficient. Spoke to the owner, Noi and she mentioned the place has been there a year. Great option for Thai/Lao in the area as not many unless you go to East Oakland (Champa!) and head to Stockton's Angel Cruz Park.

Highly recommend stopping by. Place has a few tables for dining (no table service) but set up for take out. Pricing in line with similar spots. I'll definitely return to try other items and for the Nem Khao! Thank you Noi!

Note: Best to call or place order online to minimize wait.“

“Best food ever great service been to all three highly recommended 😋5 star's definitely“