Keith H.
Yelp
Solid, affordable, but somewhat unconventional Thai fare in a prime location near the Public Market in downtown Charleston. When we went on a recent Sunday afternoon in March, the colorful and modestly sized dining room was sparsely filled but only one person was running the entire front of the restaurant. However, she was friendly and efficient, hopping from table to table with aplomb. For starters, we had the shrimp rolls, edamame, and tom Kha Gai. The soup was oddly sweet with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg--like some Thai holiday concoction (interestingly, it was served in a Christmas bowl). For entrees, we shared chicken Massaman, chicken Pad Thai, and beef Pad See Ew. All were decent but unspectacular. In particular, the thin Massaman lacked heft, flavor-wise and in texture, resembling a soup rather than curry. The Pad Thai was the best of the three, meeting expectations. Portions were on the smaller side, but priced fairly (fed my family of four for less than $90 including tip, which is almost unheard of downtown). Not the greatest Thai food around, but still a viable option. (3.25 stars).