24 Best Thai Restaurants in Charlotte

“the drunken noodles were absolutely bomb and the servers are all really nice and the atmosphere was good“

“Rai Lay is a fusion of Asian hibachi with a beautiful atmosphere. The food is average and the wait staff and kitchen take a while to come but the food is cooked fresh. The one issue i saw while leaving is the food inspection score from the city of Charlotte was only a 90.“

“We usually order through DoorDash & have picked up from the restaurant a few times. The Pho Chicken and Green Curry Noodles are our to-go-to favorites…along with a side of Edamame. My 7 1/2 year old daughter and myself truly enjoy the yummy, delicious, comforting, like-Grandma-made-it Pho. It’s like an incredible chicken soup broth that has been simmering for hours with the perfect flavors. We each customize the toppings we want to add to our Pho and level of flavor and spice along with our noodles. It’s always been delivered and packed meticulously, consistently, generously and with particular care & attention. The Edamame has always been fresh and on-point. My other favorite is the Green Curry with Noodles. The broth is again sooo yummy, just the right amount of medium spice and the veggies & tofu always fresh and plenty. The noodles and optional toppings packed on the side are also a great addition to the rest of the dish. I honestly always have a difficult time deciding between the two dishes, especially because my daughter loves the Pho so much that she won’t share with me!

The friendliness of the staff inside the restaurant and the cleanliness & coziness, would be reflective of their food. We are eager to try other dishes from the menu, it’s just that the Pho Chicken & Green Curry Noodles have been soooo good that we crave them & don’t want to order anything else! It also satisfies my daughter’s “K-Pop Demon Hunters” ramen, noodles, themed nights…and she loves the Edamame. I sometimes add a little side salad with Ginger Dressing for her :-) There is surely enough Pho left over for me…or for the next day.

My only other honest comment would be that the one time I tried the Pad Thai, the cook on the noodles wasn’t to my taste. The dish was all a bit too overcooked and a softer texture than I prefer my Pad Thai to be. It may just have been that particular evening, or that authentic street Pad Thai differs from what I’ve been accustomed to.

I appreciate the variety on the menu, the healthy ingredients and care with which their food is prepared!“

“Wait here for my brother’s birthday and food is great. Service was also good but was disappointed they couldn’t sing happy birthday to him for some reason. We were a larger table but somehow most of the food came out together. Not sure why but in many Asian restaurants they seem to be tight with napkins if not at the table, we had to ask for extra napkins 2-4 times. Overall great spot to eat, service was good but not great.“

“so amazing! the curry is outstanding and thai hot is the way to go if you're up for it!“

“Greatest restaurant on earth if they would start putting forks in to go orders.“

“Comments heard at my table: “This is the best pad Thai I’ve ever had!” Also, “This is the best sushi I’ve ever had!” Extra bonus- gluten-friendly. So glad to have found this place!“

“I go there forbears the food and ambiance always good !!“

“I’ve eaten at Thai Thai since it was the king and I on Central Avenue 20 years ago. They’ve recently changed over ownership and I have to say it’s still absolutely fantastic. Very small changes thoughtfully done still fresh authentic and absolutely wonderful!!!“

“I had the Pad Kee Mow and it was AMAZING! I ordered mine with shrimp and my wife had the chicken. I love good Thai food, and this was the best so far of all of the other Thai restaurants I have tried in the area.“

“Alicia is fantastic and our food was so tasty. So far this is the best Thai we have found in Charlotte. The beef satay is so tasty. We also had a tom kha hot pot, pad kee mao and the duck panang. It was so yummy. Great to eat or as a take out! Give it a try!“

“Favorite restaurant by far! The food is great and fresh, they cook most meals in front of you, and the service is great! Highly recommend the Korean boa buns, it’s amazing! Visit there very often and so much faster then the other restaurants“

“A wonderful experience all around. 🍜“

“Man my first experience eating here was an A+ The food was hittin on all cylinders folks👌🏽😋 The Owner is fun to talk to🎉“

“1st visit and I will be back!“

“EXACTLY WHAT YOU WANT IN A PAD THAI!!! Huge portion, beautifully spicy (cause I ordered it ‘hot’), and it stayed piping hot 30 mins after I brought it home. This place is 5 mins from my house and most definitely need to make this a regular spot.“

“I love going to Thai House(university location) at lunch as the meal portions are large and it includes soup and spring roll(great value). Food is always so flavorful(I could drink the broth of the beef and basil as it taste so good). The staff is attentive and friendly (know their frequent customers). The thai decor is so welcoming. This is the best Thai restaurant in the Charlotte area.“

“The service for take out is easy and smooth. I ordered Dumplings 🥟 and Spicy Basil Chicken. This is the best place for a night at home 🏠 with delicious and nutritious food. Thank you for always getting the flavors on point! Best Thai Place in town!“

“JP Lao isn’t a fancy spot, but the food is so comforting and delicious that the ambiance will be the last thing on your mind.

I first tried JP years ago when they were still a food truck, and their papaya salad and Lao sausage quickly became my go-to order. Last year, my partner and I moved back to the area, and you can imagine my excitement when I discovered they had opened a brick-and-mortar location.

Since then, I’ve tried almost everything on their menu, and it’s all been packed with flavor. I’m especially a fan of their Tum (salad) options, while my partner swears by the brisket with sticky rice. It’s also fun to browse the display cases and fridge, you never know what you’ll come across.

My new favorite, though, is their khao peik. It isn’t listed on the main menu, but if you spot it handwritten on a piece of paper (or see their pho available), don’t pass it up. They're served in large bowls when you dine in with sauces to dress it up as much as you'd like, and the perfect dish for colder weather.“

“So good! Had the Tom Kha soup, Shrimp Shumai dumplings and Mussamun Curry. All delicious! Can’t wait to try the Sushi rolls. Everything was over the top good!“

“I saw the great reviews and walked over from my hotel, At first I thought it was closed. Can't see in the windows and drive through closed but don't let that fool you! The grilled tilapia with tomatillo sauce was terrific! I don't eat meat and got the shrimp rolls. Beware, there was pork inside even though only shrimp was listed on the tag. The meat dishes did look fantastic. Premade foods that day that you can just grab and go like the name. They also had a pleasant seating area. It seems like a family restaurant so I'm glad I could support! It was delicious! Its a must try!“

“The food is fresh, large portions and always taste great each time I've ordered. I've been going since they opened. And everyone is always nice.“

“Excellent sushi, always top quality and the servers are warm and friendly. I highly suggest going by to grab some of your favorite sashimi or sushi.“

“ordered sesame chicken and it's the best Chinese I believe I've ever had...I will deff be back for more!“