Thai Canteen

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About Thai Canteen

Thai Canteen offers good quality Thai food with slightly lighter flavors than usual. The red beef curry is bold and fragrant, while the green curry is milder but still tasty. Prices are a bit high, but the overall experience is satisfactory. The restaurant has a casual setup where you order at the counter and find your own seat. It can get busy, resulting in long wait times, but the food is worth it. The Mama Pad Si Ew is recommended, although the chicken could use more flavor. The restaurant could improve by adjusting the spiciness level and increasing the A/C to make the dining experience more comfortable. The menu includes a variety of vegan and vegetarian options like yellow curry, pad Thai, pineapple fried rice, stir fried eggplant, and drunken noodles, with some dishes that may contain fish sauce. Service can be hit or miss depending on the staff, but no one has been particularly mean spirited. Water and condiments are self-serve across from the front counter, and drinks are ready for pickup after ordering. The portions are large, and the flavors are well-balanced, with some dishes, like the vegan pad Thai, being slightly spicy and generously filled with tofu and veggies. Overall, Thai Canteen is a simple, authentic Thai spot with friendly staff and a good variety of dishes, making it a popular choice in Davis.