Chadar Thai Restaurant

They have nice lunch specials available. Drunken noodles and red curry were our choices. Both dishes were excellent. We arrived a little before 1 pm and done by 1:30. Staff was super friendly, food came out quickly. A good choice for a spur of the moment lunch!

Chadar Thai is absolutely fantastic! The food is fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. I ordered the Thai iced coffee, and it was rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced—just the right amount of sweetness with that bold coffee kick.

We have tried several Thai restaurants in the area and across the country. I would say this place is our go-to place in the area. The owner has managed this for a long time and kept the food quality consistent. Their prices are reasonable as well due to the fact they are in an ok market plaza vs being in downtown richmond or short pump mall. They can adjust the spices (between mild and medium for instance), give steamed tofu instead of fried, that we like, and the taste is great. We typically do not do curries and have done the rice and brown sauce based dishes. E12 tends to be very flavorful with a great sauce although there are other good dishes too like Chicken cashew nut (or without the chicken for Vegetarians with tofu). Service is alright. Not bad but nothing fancy. The setting is decent but not mind blowing. We come here truly for the food. We have done take out as well through door dash several times. I would recommend trying it.

I thoroughly enjoyed my dining experience at Chadar Thai. My favorite dish was the Tom Yum Soup-- bright lemongrass flavor and nice spice! You can specify spice level on almost all dishes, as well as include whatever meats or tofu and veggies you want. Dumplings and curries were great too! We were able to place our order on my phone at the table and the waiter still made sure to check on us several times and refill our drinks -- seamless, pleasant experience. I especially loved that there are pictures of everything on the digital menu. The restaurant is located behind another block of buildings off Broad Street, making it hard to see from the road. That said, there's plenty of parking and it's very easy to access. Lots of folks were ordering to go and picking up while we were there, which suggests that's an easy process too. Looking forward to returning to this hidden gem of a Thai restaurant! 🙂

Best Thai food I’ve had in Richmond that is both delicious and authentic. The atmosphere was so inviting and homey. This is my favorite Thai place by far. Highly recommend the pandan and Thai tea ice cream!!

This place is extremely underrated. I always order the Pad See Ew with thin noodles, the consistency/flavor of the egg and noodles combined with the spices is delicious. We also get the noodle soup with chicken, the broth is clear and is so flavorful and savory. Portion sizes are great too. My favorite Thai place in Richmond hands down.

If you're looking for delicious Thai food- look no further! These dishes were full of flavor. I got the Curry Noodle with Tofu (Level 3 Spicy) and my sister got the Pad Woonsen with Tofu (Level 3 Spicy). The Pad Woonsen came with a side of rice too which is great with that extra spice. I also ordered Crab Rangoon for the table. Do not skimp on these. GET THEM. Thank you Chadar!!

I always come here all the time. This is a very affordable place for good portion size and delicious food. I highly recommend their pad see ew and drunken noodles and mango sticky rice. These are my two staples every time I come. The atmosphere is quiet and very nice. Their service is pretty good too. It’s family owned and good comes out pretty quickly every time. One of my favorite go to spots in Richmond for sure.

Chadar is located in a strip mall. The same strip mall several other places I have written about are located. This is turning into a mecca of really good food. Chadar is legit Thai food. The curries are excellent. The team takes heat levels seriously -- thai hot is thai hot, american hot is american hot -- and all the appetizers we have tried are very good. we highly recommend the crying tiger -- the dipping sauce that accompanies really makes a memory. Service is prompt, and they do a lot of doordash and take out. Prices are affordable.

Great ambience, good service, great food. The server was very attentive and accommodative. Great vegetarian options.

I like Chedar a lot. A smaller restaurant with a very laid back and quiet ambiance. Good for a date or smaller gatherings. Chedar offers some standout appetizers: the shrimp spring rolls and the crab Rangoon are some of the best I've had anywhere. The crab Rangoon is loaded with filling. This is my go to place if in the mood for a Thai curry dish; the green curry and Penang curry are excellent and herbs and vegetables always fresh. Note that Chedar tends to be spicier than other restaurants so I suggest starting with a spice level below what you might typically order. Alcoholic beverages are available as well as Thai teas. There are a variety of homemade ice creams for dessert. Service has been consistently excellent. Definitely worth a try!

Went to Chadar Thai Restaurant today for the first time and was pleasantly surprised at how great my whole lunch was. I knew I wanted Pad Thai with shrimp with no heat which was awesome. I had 2 spring rolls with soy sauce and they were delicious too. The salad with light chili spice flavor dressing with fried wonton strips was surprisingly delicious too. I just didn't expect that and I'm so glad I tried it. My husband tried the pepper steak and thought medium heat would work for him but even though he ate it all (since it was so delicious) he is sure the next visit will include a mild heat instead. lol! Overall, for the lunch price, the portion was of good size and I loved every morsel. I recommend this restaurant highly and I'm looking forward to going back. Our server, Tuo (pronounced two) was excellent also. My husband shared his rice with me and that went great with my Pad Thai.

Great selections on the menu. I've been to Chadar a few times now and have never been disappointed. Appetizers are delicious along with the entrees. Anytime in RVA I always consider this restaurant as one of my stops. Takeout orders have always been taken care of quickly and completely. Very friendly location.

Ordered pad Thai and drunken noodles for delivery- food was delivered quickly and hot. Food was delicious. Would definitely eat here again.

Location is unassuming but don't let it's shopping center location deter you. The fried shrimp rolls were outstanding. The inclusion of cut vegetables in the dipping sauce was welcomed. Chili paste is on every table which was delightful to customize your own heat level to dishes. The drunken noodles were phenomenal, devoured in an instant. The pad Thai was also good. Homemade ice creams offer a generous portion and unique flavor options, I was sad I missed that they had pandan flavor before we ordered. The Thai tea flavor was a favorite. Service was friendly. Worst part was I left my leftovers accidentally at the table . In short, give this place a try if you're looking for great Thai food in RVA.

They are better than most Thai places in town. Ample serving, and really authentic flavors. Service is very good.

E14. Pad Pa Delicious, came out very quickly, came 30 mins before closing on a rainy night after long day of travel and let me sit down to eat

We all have our favorites, and this is one of mine. Their pineapple fried rice, Tom Kha soup, Massaman curry, Crying Tiger, spring rolls, summer rolls, and well, basically all of their appetizers are my personal favorites. They devein their shrimp, something not every place does. The way they cut their calamari really stands out as well--as it's done in such a way that the squid maintains its soft texture. Whoever is in the kitchen knows their stuff! Their portion sizes are generally very generous. This includes their (non-alcoholic!) drinks, including items like Thai Iced Tea! I think they're very careful about the heat, so for my heat fiend of a father, he needs to ask for Thai hot. Meanwhile wimpy me is just fine hanging out with the mild! They do a robust takeout side of the business, but they're wonderful to visit in the restaurant as well. I will caution you if you eat in store though--you'll need to be patient! They usually have a waiter and a food runner--that's it for front of house staffing. This means sometimes you might wait a couple minutes at the door or you might find if there are larger parties in before you that your meal may take a little longer than you'd prefer. Trust me? Just be patient. Enjoy the time with your fellow diners. Personal recommendation: Go for the bowl sized portion of the soup--it's great for leftovers!

The food was very good but my companion and I both ordered a heat level of 1. Fortunately mine was the hotter.

Best panang curry I have had in RVA! Great depth of flavor and portion size. Would love to come back and try the other dishes!

Walking into this restaurant you forget you are in a strip mall. The decor and food takes you into a whole different world. The owner is usually there & all the staff are pretty nice. The food is consistent in flavor, this is my favorite Thai place to eat.

Lots of choices from soups, noodles, curry and vegetable dishes. The yellow curry was amazing. Portions were ample and no complaints from our table. Cafe is small but comfortable and staff is helpful.

This place is close to my job and when I'm in the mood for good & quick Thai food I highly recommend. The only issue I have is that they stop answering the phones to take orders before closing time.

Chadar Thai Ratings: 3.8/5 Food: 3.75/5 - I am a big fan of Thai food, and my goal is to try all Thai places in the Richmond area. Chadar Thai was close to my gym, and I heard pretty good things about them from my sister, so I invited her and some of my other friends here for dinner. Dinner was solid, but just your typical Thai spots here. Please see the description of the green curry that I got here. - Green Curry w/ Chicken [GET]: I like the green curry a lot, it was packed with flavors and spices. It has a lighter consistency and not as thick or creamy as other green curries I have had, but still tasty. Ingredients such as the eggplants, bamboo shoots, and peppers were fresh and cooked perfectly. I wasn't a big fan of the chicken, it was slightly overcooked and hard to chew at times. I wished it was more tender and juicy. I got medium for my spicy level, but if you are into spicy food, then get American or the Thai hot. Solid choice here, but I have had better curries in RVA. Ambiance: 3.75/5 - It is located in a strip shopping center, right next to Big Lots and from the exterior, it doesn't really look like a restaurant. However, interior was better than expected when you step in; it's super causal and dimly lit. It was clean, spacious, and quiet too. There's a plenty of tables and booths available for indoor dining, so this is an ideal place for a date if you are looking for somewhere quiet. Looks like a hole-in-the-wall place, but elevated in a way. Price: 4/5 - The prices listed here are based on the type of protein you select. I got the chicken green curry for $12.95, and I believe it increases to $15.95 for the seafood combo. The price is pretty standard and similar to most Thai places here in RVA. In terms of worthiness, I'd say it's a good spot for a satisfying dinner, and definitely will fill you up. I just have a big appetite, so I was just okay. Service: 3.75/5 - There was only one staff working, but it wasn't too busy. He was polite and friendly, bought us water as soon as we sat down and took our orders. Although when I ask for food suggestions, he seems impatient and was very vague about it and was not that helpful. It was an okay experience, and he checked in with us once, so I am not complaining too much. BLUF: Decent and affordable Thai place, and I liked my experience there. I do not see myself returning anytime soon as I am trying to try all the different Thai places in the area at the moment. If you do stop by, I recommend their Thai curries and skip on the noodles, since most of my friends there were not a fan of their noodles dish.

Flavorless pad see ewwwwwww and pad Thai. Never had Thai food so bland, this might be the worst Thai food I've ever had. Stick to sea by Thai or Thai flavor.

This restaurant is owned by a great owner. Been going there for the past 8 years and always love their Pad See Ew. Their prices have pretty much stayed the same even with inflation and I'd recommend going to their restaurant for lunch cause you can get some of their menu options for close to $10-11 and it'll fill ya up!

For takeout on a cold day, Chadar was exactly what we wanted. The curry puffs were delicious, wonderfully done. Flavorful and flaky and unexpected. The pumpkin curry smelled so amazing on the ride back it was all I could do to keep myself from trying to down the container while bouncing down the road. It's for the best, the mess would have been prolific. That curry is your new happy place. We also got the pineapple fried rice. We meant to order the pad pineapple entre. I wish that had worked out, I think we would have liked that more. Thailand is not known for chilly weather, but my goodness have they figured out what to get you through it.

I moved back to Richmond and ordered my old time favorite Drunken Noodle. The flavor and texture remain the same as before, a top notch. The best Thai restaurant I know has remained the best for me still.

Went here for lunch last week as Thai Diner was closed. Impressed by their lunch. Service was quick and not intrusive. I Had the pad Thai "bento" type box and it came with a salad, pad Thai, 2 spring rolls and a small piece of cake. All was delicious. Will definitely visit and/order again.

This place has amazing food & flavor. I've been here twice and gotten the Pad Woon Sen & their Drunken Noodle. They use fresh noodles and each dish has amazing depth of Thai flavor. They are also accommodating to vegans and they also make their own coconut ice cream that is unbelievably creamy! Our server was extremely friendly and we will definitely be back soon.

Located in a non descript aging strip mall, this place is worth a try. The ambiance is surprisingly tranquil, totally removed from the exterior. The food is good basic Thai with reasonable prices and attentive service by what I believe probably is one of the owners. Give it a try.

Great Thai food best I've had since moving to richmond. Always get it thai spicy. Owner is very hospitable and accommodating to dietary allergies and restriction.

One of my favorite Thai restaurants in the Richmond area. The crab rangoons are huge and super affordable. Pad Thai is always good. Great service.

We have eaten at this place 3 times and we had 2 good experiences with good food and service. The 3rd time not so good. The 3rd time we ordered duck. That was a mistake. The duck was tough and old. It was NOT fresh in any way. It was terrible. We didn't finish it. The service is good there. We probably should have asked for our money back on the duck but we didn't. The place is very clean.

I Chadar to think what would have happened if I hadn't tried Chadar. I still haven't tried the food here - but I do love coming back for the Thai Tea, which is served in these cute little cups with curly straws - and tastes pretty good, as well as being cheap. Service is really nice too. I wish they were really busy and I feel the same way about the incredible spectacular Bosnian restaurant next door which is my favorite place to eat in Richmond.

Was craving some Thai food and found this place on the way to Costco during lunchtime. There weren't too many people in the restaurant and got me worried a little. Ordered a red curry and turned out it wasn't bad at all. It was simple and tasty. So, left with satisfaction.

Definite five stars. We had the Tom kha, red curry, and rangoons. All of them were very flavorful and delicious. The environment is very peaceful and relaxing and compliments the food. Staff was sooo nice and attentive. They also have a really big menu with many choices so I will be back here soon to try them!

Recently we've been into Thai food but realized that we hadn't tried Chadar Thai, despite living essentially within walking distance. (I realized I hadn't finished this review, we went a couple months ago.) --Food: We ordered some Vegetable Spring Rolls, Pad Num Prik Pao, and Pad See Ew. The vegetable spring rolls tasted fresh. I had never really explored the world of Pad Prik dishes, but it was Chadar's that got me hooked initially. It's now my go-to food when I go to Thai Restaurants. The Pad Prik had peppers, mushrooms, onions, thai basil, chicken, and a spicy chili sauce. Everything in here was very tasty and had a spicy (ordered it hot) but flavorful sauce. The rice came in it's own little serving bowl. Cute. Fiancee got Pad See Ew with Shrimp, which she liked, but didn't love. Part of it was how much egg there was, as she isn't a huge fan of egg, but whether this isn't really an issue with the dish itself. I thought it looked pretty good at least. --Cost: Affordable. Any sort of entree for about $11 with veggies, chicken, and rice is fine by me. --Service: We didn't run into some of the issues listed by some other reviews. Staff was nice and reasonably fast. We went around 7:00 PM, so maybe that has something to do with it. --Atmosphere: It's next to Big Lots and from the outside does absolutely not look like a restaurant. Inside it's reasonably nice, however. Still a casual settings, but it's a nice sit down place. --Overall: I liked Chadar Thai. I haven't went there again as we've been trying all the different Thai places in the area, but I definitely will return as it is close, affordable, and tasty.

Delicious! And level 3 out of 4, medium, was quite spicy. Green curry, drunken noodle, and pad thai were delish.

I have only done takeout, but have that multiple times. Everything we ever ordered was delicious and the spice levels were correct (I can't even imagine Thai hot!). I have to mention the drunken noodles entree and the shrimp spring rolls appetizer. But everything is delicious!

Chadar Thai was not good. The food was basic and the service sucked. We waited a long time for a certain dish that never even came out when we asked the waiter for it. They said we never ordered it even though everyone at our table heard it. They never refilled our waters and they only had two people working. The guy who took our order was rude and snappy like he didn't want to be there. He never smiled or anything. Every time we tried to order, he kept cutting us off and would say, "Hold on," and leave even though we were the only people there. Pretty rude and dry service. We had to wait 30 minutes just to order and it was just us there. They didn't even check up on us once, even though we had 11 people. No one got more water and they disappeared the whole time we were eating. The food was okay. Papaya salad lacked a lot of flavor - it barely had any sauce. There was this dumpling that looks like crab Rangoon, but it had chicken inside. That was the best thing there that we ate and that was just the appetizer. Everything else wasn't that good. I'd rather eat at Mom's Siam. I have tried many other places that were much better. This is definitely not my first choice to go to. I would say 1.5 stars, barely 2 stars.

Absolutely delicious! Delivery was quick, portions generous! Loved it! Sorry did not take pics!!

Great food. Had E11, shrimp and crab fried rice, and green curry. Excellent. Portions were a good size and heat was spot on. Reasonable prices.

Love this restaurant! If you are looking for the ultimate Thai comfort food and outstanding hospitality, come to Chadar Thai. Consistently delicious. I come out to the West End specifically to eat here, even though we live in Midlothian. Keep up the amazing work!!!

This is a diamond in the rough! Totally legit Thai food. Moved here from Northern VA where we were used to excellent Thai food. There are some good Thai restaurants in RVA and we've tried most of them. Chadar Thai is the best so far. We had Chicken Larb for an appetizer. Ordered it Thai hot and it was delicious and HOT! For entrees we had Panang chicken curry, Siam chicken and Thai Basil rice with pork. Everything was amazing. Spice levels were just right. If you're not into spicy hot food go with American hot. To calm your palate try the Thai ice tea. Great service and a nice atmosphere despite the strip shopping center vibe. If you like Thai you need to go here! It won't disappoint!

Ode to Chadar Shall I compare you to another meal, how could I possibly when you ARE the real deal! There is no other place I know that whips up delectable thai while I'm on the go It surely would be a dream come true if you were nearer to me my boo Although this strangely bad rhyme must come to an end There is no way to comprehend How deep my love is for your food. I will forever be indebted to you, However your thai has created a big snafu For I am ruined for life to love any other Even the food from my older chef brother Hopefully he won't disown me for these words so true, I am only being Honest to all of you For those who don't know this Chadar I love It's food tastes like it came from heaven above There are no words to fully express And know this poem may not impress But Chadar you are my number one And now these lyrics are finally done

Went with my family who are big fans of Thai food , so happy to see them throughly liked the food . I loved the authentic flavors, cozy atmosphere . Ended our order with dessert mango with sticky rice and we loved it !!

Amazing food and such great service! I love the drunken noodles and the portion size. My go to comfort food

I used to eat here a lot & it was decent back in the day -- although the last couple times I ordered the pad see ew with tofu it was basically flavorless :(

Clear that the owners take great pride in their food, restaurant, and their service! Was the best Thai meal that we've had since we were in Thailand 10 years ago - Highly recommend. If you're even remotely close, it's definitely worth your drive.

Solid local Thai place, and we'd go back. Ordered takeout. Ready and hot upon arrival. Person working was nice and to the point. We tried the steamed dumplings; definitely above average. The pad Thai was ordered American hot, which was quite tolerable and my wife's medium hot had more of a kick. Seemed like quality ingredients. Sauce content felt a touch low and noodles borderline dessicated, and the primary disappointment was the chicken was pretty dry. Probably the only piece keeping it from 5 stars Curry noodles were ordered by my wife; she really enjoyed them. The red curry sauce in the dish was excellent. Tom Kha soup was some of the best we've had in a while. Great balance of coconut and lemon grass

GREAT place to get Thai food in Richmond. Thai Flavor is still my favorite but this is a good backup/alternative. We had a party of 16 (extended family - aunts, uncles, cousins) and they did a very good job accommodating to us. The staff was SUPER friendly and attentive. Food came out fast given the amount of food they had to make for us. I thought the Thai tea was not as sweet as I usually like, but still good. I enjoyed the Pad Thai, Drunken Noodles, Thai Fried Rice, and the Green curry. Papaya salad and Crispy fish in chili sauce were pretty good too but not my favorite. I did not enjoy the Roasted Duck Basil as much. The piece I had was super crispy and gelatin. There wasn't any meat. Overall, authentic Thai food and reasonably priced.

I've ordered takeout from Chadar Thai on several occasions, and it does not disappoint. The staff is friendly, service is fast, and the food is delicious, fresh, and clearly made to order. Even after the drive home the food is still steaming but never soggy or slimy. The portions are also very generous for the price. My favorite dish is the chicken pad thai, which for about $11 can easily feed two people.

Thai food! Do not love it but cannot hate it but today it felt right. The place is a cozy, small spot beside Big Lots on Broad St. The reviews were good so I decided to try it out. The menu is a few pages long but lucky for you I was able to provide it here for you guys ! They have a lunch /dinner menu with changes in price between the two. I came for lunch. The dishes offered include noodle, rice,soup, and veggie. They also have apps including spring rolls, wings, and soup. They also have alcoholic beverages along the smoothie concept which can also be virgin"ized". I had their Chadar Thai wings which were yummy. It was a few pieces, crunchy, and moist inside. I would eat this again. We also got the "sweet and sour " with meat choice of chicken, crab and shrimp fried rice, and a lunchbox that came with drunken noodles, salad, tempura, and a dessert cake I think it was. They were all tasty and in decent portions. These did come with rice btw. Usually, I do not go for Thai just because I feel they are limited to only either spicy or sweet flavors but this place was refreshing. I do not regret coming here. SCENERY. Tables and booths so if you have a huge party, probably not the best call just because you will be cramped...not bc they can't accommodate you ( that decision is not my place :) It is again intimate but can also be a casual lunch spot. The food came out within 30 minutes so reasonable. This is the only Thai spot I've been to in the area so I cannot provide a comparison. Anywho, try it out !

Hang in there! Reviews were initially great. Chicken Satay was weird and came with white bread. Peanut sauce was just ok. Waiter didn't seem to understand Thai. Expectations dropped to the floor at that point.... But then entrees came and they were redeemed!!! Meekatee was the obvious star of the show but red curry was great as well. "American Spicy" was tolerable but made my nose run and "medium" was a nice and legitimate kick. Would order mild if sensitive. Alcoholic drink was great and strong (although drink menu is from the 80's). Will be back :)

Very tasty and huge portions! I Ordered the pattaya noodles and other dishes for delivery. Came so fast and it was all delicious. HUGE portions leaving lots of leftovers. I will be ordering again!

My friend told me that this place was in her opinion the best Thai food in Richmond. I absolutely love Thai food, so my sister and I went over a week ago and this did not disappoint. The Thai tea was great and the tempura was really good! I don't know what sauce was on the side of the tempura, but it was different from other places, and went well with it! For our main dish, we ordered basil fried rice with tofu and tomatoes. The spice level was American hot which is one level below the spiciest. The flavor was super super good, and the spice level was definitely spicy. I think I might go for medium next time, but this was still one of the best Thai fried rice dishes I've had!