50 Best Thai Restaurants near Bethesda

“great food.Love everything in the menu.“

“I didn’t hear about this restaurant until my coworker came across from it. So I decided to try it since he mentioned it’s a Malaysian cuisine. Coming from a Malaysian, their Nasi Goreng was delicious. The egg was perfect cooked correctly. For some reason I confused between Nasi Goreng with Nasi Lemak (but hey, if you add Nasi Lemak to the menu, I’ll come all the time ;)) My boyfriend got Drunken Noodle since he’s a “drunken noodle expert”. We had asked for spicy but the noodle wasn’t spicy, he likes it very spicy. I tried it and it was good. Not the best that we tried elsewhere but it was good. It had the aroma, taste but it could use a little KICK. The scallion pancake was AMAZING. I could just eat that all the time. Not a lot of scallions, I felt like they sprinkled it but I don’t care it still taste amazing. It came with 3 pancakes and I’m telling you when I picked it up it was still piping hot! It only take them 10 minutes to cook 4 items which was fast! We also ordered Chicken Satay, I was a little bit sus about the chicken. It didn’t taste like chicken. It tasted like tofu…. The peanut sauce that came with it taste great! Taste like back home. I’m actually satisfied about eating here and I can see myself coming back. We parked in the front 1 hour parking we came after 7pm so there’s no parking exception beside 1hr parking. But before 6pm there are parking restrictions. The owner was very nice I think you all would enjoy eating here. I will try other items in the menu when I come back again. I work down the street so it’s very convenient :)“

“Best Thai food in DC! Flavors are OUT OF THIS WORLD! Calamari, Mama’s Rice and especially Mango Sticky rice were absolutely amazing! Our server Chat was super attentive and took care to explain and provide excellent recommendations. Do yourself a favor and try this place!“

“wonderful small family owned Thai restaurant in Washington DC. the food is excellent and the service is great.“

“We're staying in the area for work, and we stopped here for dinner. All I can say is that the coconut soup is the best you'll ever try. It's absolutely amazing. The rest of our food was good as well, but that stood out as the best I've ever had in my entire life. I may come back again just for that.“

“This place is MOST AWESOMENESS! A definite must come eat!“

“Wife and I ate there for the first time last night, it was incredible. The service, the food, the atmosphere, all top notch. Can’t wait to go back!“

“The gluten free options here are amazing! We’re coming from Baltimore and DC to eat here and it’s well worth the drive. Not to mention the very hospitable staff. 10/10, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I’m going to post the same review I gave on Yelp - this is a 5 Star place! After a day in DC, my family decided to try Soul Thai on our way home. What a terrific Experience. The staff were friendly and helpful. The food was some of the best Thai we have ever had. The Pad Thai was amazing. The Hang Over Noodles (Drunken Noodles) was exceptional. And the red curry was by far the best I’ve had in the area. The ambiance was quite pleasant as well. Initially we were sat in an area that was a little noisy for our taste, but they graciously moved us to a much quieter section. The owner, Nancy came over after our meal and was very appreciative of our comments on the meal. She shared with us that she personally picks the freshest ingredients she can find to ensure the quality of the food. I would highly recommend Soul Thai to everyone. We will be coming back soon. THANK YOU, Nancy!!!!“

“WOW! I live in DC and have tried basically every Thai place in DC but rarely make it to VA. Thai is some of my favorite food. My main complaint with most DC places is that the food is NOT spicy enough. Not the case here! I got the drunken noodles tonight and hands down they were the spiciest best I've had in the area! Love this place! New favorite Thai spot in the DMV! I'll be back and VERY SOON! THANK YOU FOR MAKING THAI FOOD SPICY AS IT SHOULD BE!“

“My wife and I were here on business for a couple of weeks and saw this place when we Googled Thai food this place popped up. Well worth the 4.7 stars and more. We had Shrimp Khao Pad and Pad Thai. Both dishes were delicious and more than enough in portion. Service was fast and friendly. Would definitely eat here again and recommended dining for anyone looking for a Thai fix. Price was great as well….$37 for both meals and a hot Ginger tea. Thank you Happy Thai for an enjoyable meal!“

“I ran across this place on door dash and tried the drunken noodles and the flavor was so good but just a tad spicy for me. However, the flavor was so good I just had to try it again. I called and spoke with a staff member that was so nice and advised me on menu items that were not so spicy. I ordered again and OMG, it is delicious!!! They even threw in spring rolls as a treat for me trying their food again! One of my new favorite places! Don't miss out. TRY IT. Delicious“

“I have eaten here thrice before. with my colleagues. I ordered the basil fried rice with vegetable and chicken. It was bursting with fresh flavors and wonderfully intense spiciness. Everything is so clean, and the staff is friendly and efficient! We were the last ones to leave and never felt rushed or like we were being a nuisance to the staff. I had a third, wonderful experience and i highly recommend it!“

“Very good Thai food! The waiters were very patient and considerate. Dining was very smooth experience. The food was well prepared especially the soups and fried rice. I highly recommend anyone around DC area to give this restaurant a worthy try.“

“If you’re in search of authentic Thai cuisine, look no further than this hidden gem. Tucked away like a best-kept secret, this unassuming spot delivers food that is as delicious as its artful presentation. Each dish is meticulously crafted by the talented Thai chef/owner, whose passion for authentic flavors shines through every bite. The flavor reminded me of homemade food in Thailand.

The service is impeccable, adding to the experience, with the server/bartender who made as feel like valued guests in a cozy, bright and cheerful space. In a neighborhood increasingly filled with gentrified spots, this place is a refreshing reminder of what real, freshly made food should be. I wish I lived here just for the opportunity to dine at this incredible restaurant more often!“

“Had read some mixed reviews but we gave it a shot and we were greatly impressed! We called ahead for our party of 10 and they had our reservations ready and accommodated us nicely. The service was excellent and the food was fantastic. Our party ranged from age 14 to 55, some loved Thai and some had never tried it. There was something for everyone to enjoy on the menu. Plus, it was very reasonably priced. We had a large party and it didn't break the bank, as they say. Great food and comradery was had by all! I don't normally write reviews, but again, I was impressed. Definitely recommend!“

“Everything so delicious here. Feel like I am in Thailand. อร่อยทุกอย่างเลยค่ะ เหมือนอยู่เมืองไทย ขอบคุณพี่ไก่ ที่พามาทานค่ะ ❤️“

“I’ve had my eye on this place for a while, and I’m so glad I finally stopped by for lunch—it was absolutely amazing! The food and service were on another level. We ordered the Shrimp Pad Thai, Kapow Goong Gai, and the Maryland Crab Roll, and every dish was bursting with flavor. Our waiter, Steve, was incredible—so kind and personable. He not only gave us fantastic food and travel tips for our upcoming trip to Thailand but also taught us how to pronounce and order some of the dishes we loved. It was such a thoughtful touch! I’m already looking forward to my next visit and can’t recommend this spot highly enough. Plus, it’s super convenient, located right next to the Stadium-Armory metro station. A must-visit!“

“Good food. Decent service and clean, colorful surroundings. I will go back. For sure.“

“We are visiting from Tennessee and wanted authentic Thai cuisine. We found it at Sampannee!!! The best Thai meal I have ever eaten. The cocktails were delicious and the food was perfection! Very friendly kitchen and the waitress was very friendly. I’ll be dreaming of Sampannee for many months! So, so good!!“

“This is an excellent outing and what a nice surprise! Started with crispy calamari and empanadas. My husband had curried chicken soup and I had pad thai. Everything was delicious and piping hot! Service was delightful! We will definitely be back!“

“Food was excellent and the space is really pretty! Great place for vegans. There aren't specifically vegan items but many menu items can be made vegan, just ask your server, ours was very knowledgeable and quick to check with the chef to make sure a dish could be made vegan. We had a great time and will definitely be back!“

“Had a late lunch and everything was delicious and food came out nice and hot. Daughter had two orders of dumplings, which were tender and filled with pork. I had panang curry with fried tofu. The vegetable and tofu were cooked perfectly. The curry sauce had the perfect amount of heat. My husband had the panang curry with chicken. It was also perfectly cooked and delicious. Service was attentive and prompt. Overall loved this place!“

“very good thai food! recommended“

“Wonderful lunch… chicken satay with peanut sauce was perfect and the best Pad Thai noodles I’ve had in awhile . Excellent service and attention to their patrons … 5 stars will be back“

“Wow. One of the best Thai restaurant I had in awhile. Noting about the menu is Americanize and true Thia taste . Being that I am half Laos I love the laos papaya salad here because a lot of thai Resturant try to do laos papaya salad and it just don’t taste the same . The chef is actually laos . The Resturant is calm and soothing atmosphere , good for intimate dinner or family gatherings.“

“I’ve been visiting this restaurant for dine in and to-go for a few years now. The vibe is chill and the servers are always so nice. The food is always good except the dumplings- not a huge fan but the other things are delicious and fresh. The raw rolls are very tasty and they have a great happy hour.

Food is so good, I drive from Alexandria for it!“

“Came for a weekend bite. It didn't disappoint. The food was delicious and very flavorful. The sesame beef and Tom Yum soup were absolutely delectable. definitely worth the drive from DC. Very calming environment.“

“Great food and great name!“

“Moo Toon noodle soup was so rich. Savory broth with melt-in-mouth pork. Noodles had perfect texture and bounce. Truly comforting and flavorful!“

“Food is phenomenal! The northern style Thai food is authentic.“

“The Cat fish salad , Tom yum soup and the fry tofu were delicious The ambience was elegant and the service was excellent !!“

“Coincidentally found this place and it is now my favorite Thai place in NoVa! I will definitely be back to try more. We got Nam Khao tod, Mango sticky rice and a Thai tea. I got to practice my Thai. I learned that the owners are from Isaan close to where I was while in Thailand last year. The menu is kept simple and shows pictures for anyone unaware of the Thai food names. The Nam khao looks and tastes authentic. The Thai tea is strong. Both the mango and sticky rice are good proportions for the cost ($9). I forgot to say we were taking it to-go until they were setting it up on a tray and the lady owner easily packed up the food with no hesitation.“

“A Mount Pleasant main street classic! Delicious pad Thai, good service, lots of seating both indoors and outdoors. They also do watercolor date nights at the bar which sounds very cute! The one thing that we were less impressed by on our recent visit were the cocktails, which were supposed to be all these interesting flavors but tasted really bland (except for the mocktail we ordered, which was actually delicious!).“

“Went here with my friends and it was a 10/10 experience from start to finish! Our waiter’s name was Bitt and he couldn’t have been more accommodating and sweet! The food was amazing! I had the pad Thai and it was perfect!! I would recommend this place to everyone!“

“5 star cozy very friendly food is the Bomb. eat here 1 a week.“

“Good food. Decent service and clean, colorful surroundings. I will go back. For sure.“

“บรรยากาศดี จัดร้านได้สัดส่วนเหมาะสม อาหารรสชาติดี แซบ ครับ“

“This is the best thai restaurant in NoVA, owned by such a lovely family, who also used to own Happy Thai near Mosaic. We know because we used to go to Happy Thai all the time but since the owner change it wasn’t the same. Through luck we learned that the owner family actually owned this restaurant first! We were ecstatic and indeed, it was the familiar taste that we remember from Happy Thai 2-3 yrs ago!“

“Delicious food, fast and friendly service. I really liked the Tokyo mule. Recommend!“

“I ordered takeout for my family on the way home from my son's soccer game. We got home and realized there was no rice for the three curry dishes. I called the restaurant, and they apologized and then drove half an hour in a thunderstorm to deliver the rice to us. The food was amazing, and the service was perfection. We will be repeat customers!!“

“Excellent place to go for delicious vegan Thai food!! Would recommend! Such great customer service, very kind staff. Worth every penny.“

“My favorite Pad thai with shrimp“

“Overall great experience!“

“We had the pineapple fried rice and the cashew chicken, along with the spring rolls (delicious - and I am not someone who likes completely vegetarian spring rolls, but that s&s sauce was bomb!).
Absolutely worth it. Great little place, quiet and intimate atmosphere with sweet and sincere service.
Be sure, if you like Spice, request Thai Thai hot. Trust me 😅
Check this place out. You won't be disappointed!“

“I love there PadThai. Their sauce is the best PadThai sauce I’ve ever had. Tab Tim Krob is delicious! Would definitely recommend!“

“Small and cozy setting food was great. The only issue is limited parking in the area.“

“บริการดีอาหารอร่อยได้ไวรสชาติดีมาก“