Recommended dishes: Satay Gai, Chicken Pad Thai, Pad Si EW, Spring Rolls
Tatcha P.
The best Thai food in the area! Their vegetable spring rolls were fantastic. I love their Pad Thai. The owner is lovely and sweet.They sell pre-made food at the farmer's market as well!Highly recommended!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
SYRO
I’m not joking when I say I’ve eaten from Pookie’s Thai at LEAST once a week for the last 1.5 years. My wife and I are huge fans. Everything we’ve tried on the menu is delicious. The food is made quickly and never takes more than 20 minutes from the time we order to the time we pick it up (they also have Uber Eats delivery). One note- they spice their food well. I love spicy food and sometimes ask for higher levels of spice depending on the dish- and they deliver! Their prices are very fair and reasonable.My top 5 dishes: Tom Kha soup, Satay Gai skewers, Yellow Curry with chicken & potatoes, Pad Si Ew (beef), and the spicy noodles!Vegetarian options: Plenty of vegetarian and some vegan options as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Satay Gai, Tom Kha, Pad Si EW, Spring Rolls
Owen Cummings
Some of the best Thai food in Ottawa! The owner is very sweet!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Blaine Losier
Excellent little spot for Thai food. Was recommended to try it by a friend and was not disappointed. The pad thai was great and very flavorful. Could've used a bit more bean sprouts for my liking but otherwise it was really good. The spice level was perfect too. I choose a 3, and was not disappointed with the level of heat. Would definitely order from here again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Pad Thai Noodles
Wayne
Ordering through Uber Eats for 3, is going to cost you $80+ after tip. The servings are small, and the quality is unremarkable. They even skimped on the chicken in my pad thai-- after a small handful of chicken pieces I was eating chickenless pad thai for the majority of my meal.I almost forgot the few pieces of green onion stem and a piping hot lime.It was clear they just scooped our meals out of vats and hastily added some garnish. Again, this was $80+.2 stars because it was edible.
Food: 2
Amber Smith
This is the best hidden gem, Thai restaurant in Ottawa. Can't say enough good about Pookie's. Their yellow chicken curry is the epitome of comfort food. A lovely little spot for dine in or quick and delicious take out. The food is serious, authentic Thai - be careful with the spice level if you aren't used to Thai heat. They also offer great take home jarred sauces. A staple in our cupboard.Kid-friendliness: This is a great neighbourhood spot for eating in or take out with kids. Our kids are not super adventurous, but will eat the noodles, rice, spring rolls, etc. Pookie's will adjust the spice level on curries and stir fries which is super helpful for kids. The services are very welcoming.Parking: Pookey's is located in a strip mall with free parking lot just off Carling near Woodroffe. Parking is never a problem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Green Curry Lunch
Janna L.
I met the super nice owner at the Kanata farmer's market.Of course I bought a pad thai. Chicken. A fave dish of mine.I guess she has a restaurant, a food truck and works the market on Saturdays.She apparently works 7 days a week. Honourable.Great portion for $12.Of course at home, I doctored it up with a ton of spice, lime, cilantro and peanuts but that's to my personal liking. The noodles were good, so was the chicken. The sauce was enough and it was on the tomatoey side. It's basically just noodles/chicken. I'd like to try out all she sells.This stand is a winner.
Debbie Ng
Our neighborhood go to Thai restaurant - always delicious, consistent and friendly service. I love their pad thai, Penang, and lemongrass tea. Highly recommend a stop here for lunch or dinner. Intimate setting.Kid-friendliness: They are very nice to kids with families.Parking: Small parking lot but it is free.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Green Curry Lunch
Hong Ngo
You will not find a nicer and happy going person then Pookie herself!The owner and servers are amazing and the food is exceptional! Have been going to this place for many years. So many good dish to choose from!If you live in the west end check out Pookie Rolls in Stittville. Same owner same great food!
Best Thai food I've ever had. Quality hasn't changed either since i started eating here in 2020. I Highly recommend this place. Great curry and friendly staff/atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Red Curry
D Nixon
What a wonderful hidden gem! The food was delicious, the service was amazing. Pookie is so kind, we felt like we were her guests in her home. Our first time there and it won’t be our last! For Stittsville dwellers, keep your eyes open for Pookie’s food truck on Main!!! You won’t be disappointed!
Ohm K.
I am not one to write negative reviews, but my recent experience at Pookie Thai has compelled me to share my honest opinion. Unfortunately, this Thai restaurant in Ottawa left me and my family incredibly disappointed.We ordered a variety of dishes for a takeout dinner to celebrate my mom's belated birthday. The dishes we chose were Geang Kiaw Wen, Nua Ta Krai, Pad Si Ew, Geang Phen Ped Yang, and Pad Kee Mao. To say the food was terrible would be an understatement; it was hands down the worst Thai dining experience we've ever had in Ottawa.The curries were a major letdown, as they were (VERY) watery, and the meat was both sparse and of poor quality. It was rubbery and seemed quite old, which is not something anyone wants to encounter in a meal. To add insult to injury, all the dishes somehow managed to taste the same, yet entirely flavorless at the same time. If there was any coconut milk in any of the curries, I sure didn't taste it.Our dinner was so dreadful that we ended up throwing out the curries after only a few bites. While the noodles were at least edible, they too were subpar and far from what you'd expect from a decent Thai restaurant.It's never a pleasant experience to have a family celebration marred by such an awful dining experience. We all unanimously agreed that it was the worst Thai food we've ever had. I would strongly advise anyone with a discerning palate or a love for authentic Thai cuisine to avoid Pookie Thai at all costs. Your taste buds and your wallet will thank you.
Alan Fernandes
First time trying this place. Great food, excellent service. Trust her judgment on the spice level. She was exactly right! Nice ambiance. Will definitely be back.Vegetarian options: All meals/curries/stir frys could be vegetarian.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pad Thai Noodles, Geang PHED Pedyang
Michelle Joncas-Bever
Such a great hidden gem! The food was amazing and the service was so great. So friendly, and family feel to it. Highly recommend :)
Ordered take out. Was delicious ?
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Satay Gai, Chicken Pad Thai, Pad Si EW, Spring Rolls
The best Thai food in the area! Their vegetable spring rolls were fantastic. I love their Pad Thai. The owner is lovely and sweet.They sell pre-made food at the farmer's market as well!Highly recommended!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’m not joking when I say I’ve eaten from Pookie’s Thai at LEAST once a week for the last 1.5 years. My wife and I are huge fans. Everything we’ve tried on the menu is delicious. The food is made quickly and never takes more than 20 minutes from the time we order to the time we pick it up (they also have Uber Eats delivery). One note- they spice their food well. I love spicy food and sometimes ask for higher levels of spice depending on the dish- and they deliver! Their prices are very fair and reasonable.My top 5 dishes: Tom Kha soup, Satay Gai skewers, Yellow Curry with chicken & potatoes, Pad Si Ew (beef), and the spicy noodles!Vegetarian options: Plenty of vegetarian and some vegan options as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Satay Gai, Tom Kha, Pad Si EW, Spring Rolls
Some of the best Thai food in Ottawa! The owner is very sweet!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent little spot for Thai food. Was recommended to try it by a friend and was not disappointed. The pad thai was great and very flavorful. Could've used a bit more bean sprouts for my liking but otherwise it was really good. The spice level was perfect too. I choose a 3, and was not disappointed with the level of heat. Would definitely order from here again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Pad Thai Noodles
Ordering through Uber Eats for 3, is going to cost you $80+ after tip. The servings are small, and the quality is unremarkable. They even skimped on the chicken in my pad thai-- after a small handful of chicken pieces I was eating chickenless pad thai for the majority of my meal.I almost forgot the few pieces of green onion stem and a piping hot lime.It was clear they just scooped our meals out of vats and hastily added some garnish. Again, this was $80+.2 stars because it was edible.
Food: 2
This is the best hidden gem, Thai restaurant in Ottawa. Can't say enough good about Pookie's. Their yellow chicken curry is the epitome of comfort food. A lovely little spot for dine in or quick and delicious take out. The food is serious, authentic Thai - be careful with the spice level if you aren't used to Thai heat. They also offer great take home jarred sauces. A staple in our cupboard.Kid-friendliness: This is a great neighbourhood spot for eating in or take out with kids. Our kids are not super adventurous, but will eat the noodles, rice, spring rolls, etc. Pookie's will adjust the spice level on curries and stir fries which is super helpful for kids. The services are very welcoming.Parking: Pookey's is located in a strip mall with free parking lot just off Carling near Woodroffe. Parking is never a problem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Green Curry Lunch
I met the super nice owner at the Kanata farmer's market.Of course I bought a pad thai. Chicken. A fave dish of mine.I guess she has a restaurant, a food truck and works the market on Saturdays.She apparently works 7 days a week. Honourable.Great portion for $12.Of course at home, I doctored it up with a ton of spice, lime, cilantro and peanuts but that's to my personal liking. The noodles were good, so was the chicken. The sauce was enough and it was on the tomatoey side. It's basically just noodles/chicken. I'd like to try out all she sells.This stand is a winner.
Our neighborhood go to Thai restaurant - always delicious, consistent and friendly service. I love their pad thai, Penang, and lemongrass tea. Highly recommend a stop here for lunch or dinner. Intimate setting.Kid-friendliness: They are very nice to kids with families.Parking: Small parking lot but it is free.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Green Curry Lunch
You will not find a nicer and happy going person then Pookie herself!The owner and servers are amazing and the food is exceptional! Have been going to this place for many years. So many good dish to choose from!If you live in the west end check out Pookie Rolls in Stittville. Same owner same great food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pad Si EW
Restaurantji Recommends
Best Thai food I've ever had. Quality hasn't changed either since i started eating here in 2020. I Highly recommend this place. Great curry and friendly staff/atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Red Curry
What a wonderful hidden gem! The food was delicious, the service was amazing. Pookie is so kind, we felt like we were her guests in her home. Our first time there and it won’t be our last! For Stittsville dwellers, keep your eyes open for Pookie’s food truck on Main!!! You won’t be disappointed!
I am not one to write negative reviews, but my recent experience at Pookie Thai has compelled me to share my honest opinion. Unfortunately, this Thai restaurant in Ottawa left me and my family incredibly disappointed.We ordered a variety of dishes for a takeout dinner to celebrate my mom's belated birthday. The dishes we chose were Geang Kiaw Wen, Nua Ta Krai, Pad Si Ew, Geang Phen Ped Yang, and Pad Kee Mao. To say the food was terrible would be an understatement; it was hands down the worst Thai dining experience we've ever had in Ottawa.The curries were a major letdown, as they were (VERY) watery, and the meat was both sparse and of poor quality. It was rubbery and seemed quite old, which is not something anyone wants to encounter in a meal. To add insult to injury, all the dishes somehow managed to taste the same, yet entirely flavorless at the same time. If there was any coconut milk in any of the curries, I sure didn't taste it.Our dinner was so dreadful that we ended up throwing out the curries after only a few bites. While the noodles were at least edible, they too were subpar and far from what you'd expect from a decent Thai restaurant.It's never a pleasant experience to have a family celebration marred by such an awful dining experience. We all unanimously agreed that it was the worst Thai food we've ever had. I would strongly advise anyone with a discerning palate or a love for authentic Thai cuisine to avoid Pookie Thai at all costs. Your taste buds and your wallet will thank you.
First time trying this place. Great food, excellent service. Trust her judgment on the spice level. She was exactly right! Nice ambiance. Will definitely be back.Vegetarian options: All meals/curries/stir frys could be vegetarian.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pad Thai Noodles, Geang PHED Pedyang
Such a great hidden gem! The food was amazing and the service was so great. So friendly, and family feel to it. Highly recommend :)