We arrived very hungry and in the mood for Thai food. After reading several reviews that mentioned large portions, we thought this would be a good choice.
Unfortunately, the experience went downhill quickly. When we walked in, no one greeted us. We understood that orders are placed at the counter, but despite standing for quite some time in the clearly marked “Order Here” area, we were completely ignored. Only after a while did a young man finally acknowledge us and take our order.
I am a vegetarian and, as mentioned, I was very hungry, so I ordered a vegetable and tofu dish that was described on the menu as “for the hungry.” I assumed this meant a larger portion. I was very disappointed when the food arrived. The portion was small, overly salty, and not satisfying at all. I actually left the restaurant still hungry.
My friend ordered the glass noodles and received a larger portion, but he didn’t enjoy his meal either. He requested it spicy, and instead of incorporating the spice into the dish, it seemed like hot pepper flakes were simply sprinkled on top. This resulted in uneven flavor and unpleasant bites where he’d get a mouthful of flakes rather than balanced seasoning.
Although this is a self-serve restaurant—you get your own utensils and water and clear your own table—we still left a tip.
I love Thai food, but this experience was disappointing on multiple levels: poor service, underwhelming food, and unmet expectations. Overall, we left hungry, dissatisfied, and unhappy with the entire experience.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
Kate
My favorite restaurant in Hendersonville.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Molly Dupuie
We absolutely love the food here! Friendly staff, great prices, and consistently delicious food! We particularly love all the curry dishes, pho, and drunken noodles! The best part thing about Boon Choo is that they have a drive thru! Call in your order or order online and pick it up without even going inside after a long day at work! The inside is also a very comfy atmosphere, order at the counter and have your food brought out to you! 10/10, highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nichole Crowe
Our favorite restaurant for soup. We love love love the ginger rice soup and will travel almost 4 hours to get it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Catherine Matthews
Always enjoy whatever I get to eat. Very informal atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Harrison Henke
Great food, excellent food, funny/chill people working there. I ordered what I thought was a “hot” red curry spice level. After a cheeky back and forth with the owner about how my level of hot is weak compared to theirs, I loved this place even more than I already did! Go try the food, chat with the staff and maybe try something a little “hotter” than you normally would. Now that I’m living in Hendersonville from AVL, this is my new #1 spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joseph Smith
Since my early experiences at this establishment, I have become very fond of the Sweet and sour stir fry. The food is very flavorful and tasty and I much commend the staff for being consistent with their outstanding performance of preparing this dish. Keep it up. You have my 5 star review.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Neil Buie
First time here. Small, casual Thai restaurant. Good food, friendly staff. Came highly recommended and I will pass it on. Highly recommend.
Tino Metzger
Huge flavor for a small town! If you love the taste of authentic Thai food, you need to stop by BoonChoo in Flat Rock NC. It is in a small strip mall, you walk up to order and pay, but don't be fooled you will love every bite. I would have posted a photo, but once you take a bite forget about it. Well worth a visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marilyn DeJesus
This was not a swanky place. Just a little strip mall cafe with the best Thai food I’ve ever had. We ate in and took home a large amount of fabulous food. The register lady was super helpful and knowledgeable as this was our first time there We couldn’t have been happier with our dinners.
The holy grail of Thai Food...everything on the menu is amazing. Consistently amazing food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christy S.
Large portion sizes , excellent flavors, plenty of options for spice lovers and non- spice lovers. Green curry with tofu is my go to and this exceeded my expectations.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lynn Hunt
I had the chefs special today and really enjoyed the experience. It was called Lotsa shrimp and it will there for the next couple of months.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Val
Best Pad Thai I’ve ever had. It was amazing! Delicious and affordable. I also loved that they have great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Harry Fleischer
New Chef has returned this jewel to it's original 🥇 standard
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pad Thai, Fried Rice, Fresh Rolls, Soups, Massaman Curry, Fresh Rolls 2, Mango Sticky, Green Papaya Salad
We arrived very hungry and in the mood for Thai food. After reading several reviews that mentioned large portions, we thought this would be a good choice.
Unfortunately, the experience went downhill quickly. When we walked in, no one greeted us. We understood that orders are placed at the counter, but despite standing for quite some time in the clearly marked “Order Here” area, we were completely ignored. Only after a while did a young man finally acknowledge us and take our order.
I am a vegetarian and, as mentioned, I was very hungry, so I ordered a vegetable and tofu dish that was described on the menu as “for the hungry.” I assumed this meant a larger portion. I was very disappointed when the food arrived. The portion was small, overly salty, and not satisfying at all. I actually left the restaurant still hungry.
My friend ordered the glass noodles and received a larger portion, but he didn’t enjoy his meal either. He requested it spicy, and instead of incorporating the spice into the dish, it seemed like hot pepper flakes were simply sprinkled on top. This resulted in uneven flavor and unpleasant bites where he’d get a mouthful of flakes rather than balanced seasoning.
Although this is a self-serve restaurant—you get your own utensils and water and clear your own table—we still left a tip.
I love Thai food, but this experience was disappointing on multiple levels: poor service, underwhelming food, and unmet expectations. Overall, we left hungry, dissatisfied, and unhappy with the entire experience.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
My favorite restaurant in Hendersonville.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We absolutely love the food here! Friendly staff, great prices, and consistently delicious food! We particularly love all the curry dishes, pho, and drunken noodles! The best part thing about Boon Choo is that they have a drive thru! Call in your order or order online and pick it up without even going inside after a long day at work! The inside is also a very comfy atmosphere, order at the counter and have your food brought out to you! 10/10, highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our favorite restaurant for soup. We love love love the ginger rice soup and will travel almost 4 hours to get it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always enjoy whatever I get to eat. Very informal atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food, excellent food, funny/chill people working there. I ordered what I thought was a “hot” red curry spice level. After a cheeky back and forth with the owner about how my level of hot is weak compared to theirs, I loved this place even more than I already did! Go try the food, chat with the staff and maybe try something a little “hotter” than you normally would. Now that I’m living in Hendersonville from AVL, this is my new #1 spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Since my early experiences at this establishment, I have become very fond of the Sweet and sour stir fry. The food is very flavorful and tasty and I much commend the staff for being consistent with their outstanding performance of preparing this dish. Keep it up. You have my 5 star review.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time here. Small, casual Thai restaurant. Good food, friendly staff. Came highly recommended and I will pass it on. Highly recommend.
Huge flavor for a small town! If you love the taste of authentic Thai food, you need to stop by BoonChoo in Flat Rock NC. It is in a small strip mall, you walk up to order and pay, but don't be fooled you will love every bite. I would have posted a photo, but once you take a bite forget about it. Well worth a visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was not a swanky place. Just a little strip mall cafe with the best Thai food I’ve ever had. We ate in and took home a large amount of fabulous food. The register lady was super helpful and knowledgeable as this was our first time there We couldn’t have been happier with our dinners.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
The holy grail of Thai Food...everything on the menu is amazing.
Consistently amazing food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Large portion sizes , excellent flavors, plenty of options for spice lovers and non- spice lovers. Green curry with tofu is my go to and this exceeded my expectations.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had the chefs special today and really enjoyed the experience. It was called Lotsa shrimp and it will there for the next couple of months.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Pad Thai I’ve ever had. It was amazing! Delicious and affordable. I also loved that they have great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
New Chef has returned this jewel to it's original 🥇 standard
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pad Thai, Fried Rice, Fresh Rolls, Soups, Massaman Curry, Fresh Rolls 2, Mango Sticky, Green Papaya Salad
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