Golden Triangle

I haven’t even tried my food yet / but a single order of green curry chicken cost me $18. Judge from there. Assuming it’s amazing - that’s still a crazy price for pickup. I walked in, ordered, paid cash and walked out with one meal for $18. Won’t likely be back.

Diving into Golden Triangle unveils not just a meal, but a passport to a culinary expedition specializing in the Southeast Asian flavors of Thailand, Malaysia, and Myanmar. Tucked away in the heart of Philly, this humble gem offers an intimate escape to distant lands with its quiet, casual ambiance and a cozy dining room that boasts no more than eight tables. Our adventure began with the Malaysian classic, Roti Canai -- a delightfuly crispy, flaky, chewy marvel that serves as a prelude to the symphony of flavors awaiting us. Paired with a rich curry chicken potato dip, this dish was a standing ovation in the making. Then came the Sambal Shrimp, a bold ensemble of shrimp reveling in a spicy brown sauce, creating a festival of taste that had every fork in the room longing for an encore. The Beef Rendang, while a masterpiece of flavor and tenderness with its slow-cooked, aromatic curry, left us longing for a second act, as the disappointing portion size was more of a soliloquy than a full-fledged aria. Despite the small dining room, Golden Triangle played the perfect host to our group of six (including a baby car seat), accommodating us at their sole large table--a testament to their ability to harmonize space and service. While the Mee Goreng and Penang Char Kway Teow flavors were well balance and added depth to our culinary journey, both dishes lacked a bit of the smoky "wok hay" that I was yearning for. The Burmese Kimchi introduced a zestful twist to the meal as it was our first time trying any Burmese food, but it wasn't particularly memorable. In the end, the Roti Canai and Sambal Shrimp emerged as our favorites of the night. Overall, Golden Triangle is more than a dining destination; it's a quiet nook where flavors dance and diners are invited to a show that tantalizes the taste buds and warms the heart. With its intimate atmosphere and welcoming vibe, it stands out as a beacon for those seeking an immersive culinary experience in Center City. Here's to more explorations at this quaint culinary corner, where the world feels both vast and intimately close, all within the confines of its quiet, casual dining room.

Absolutely incredible !!! Small place with a great vibe inside, and the food is just to die for. There were two other tables of people when we were there and they both told us how incredible this place is and the dishes they recommended and that they come here all the time. I'll definitely be back!! I had the sambal sauce Malaysian entree with shrimp and it was sooo delicious, and I usually am not a huge fan of shrimp but it was cooked so perfectly and fit the flavor palette so well. 5 stars!!!

A small place with Excellent Food- Too good . Cosy friendly place. Roti chennai, Buddha delight , Flat Noodles, Red Curry . We are vegetarian and they cooked for us as per our requirement No Garlic , No Fish Sauce ... All food with Good taste and flavour

I’ll give zero if there was the option. Terrible food, terrible service. They don’t speak english and mess up orders constantly. Unfortunately the good restaurants like Midori, Gnocchi, Bahn mi bottles, Green leaf, open from 4pm, and most of the other ones too.. So this comes to be the only choice for lunch.. Save your money and go elsewhere.

Ordered pickup Thai food, mostly noodle dishes. Both my wife and I found it to be a bit bland. It seemed like the kitchen maybe did not have any limes the day we ordered. The food was hot and fresh even though I walked home. The restaurant interior was nice and it was busy. Good location. Most reviews mentioned it would be a good introduction to Thai food, and I agree. Most people would enjoy the food even if it was a bit bland, and this would be especially true for someone trying Thai for the first time. I personally found it expensive for noodles.

Everything in this restaurant is delicious! Have tried roti, Tom Yum, Curry Mee, and Mee Hung. The staff is very friendly and everything is reasonably priced.

roti canai was soggy not crispy. peanut pancake was good. malay style fried rice was good.

Umm wow. I cannot believe I have lived down the street for 5 years and never been here until now!! Ordered a bunch for pick-up last night (a Thursday) during prime dinner time, and was ready in 15 min as promised. We ordered roti canai, vegetable spring rolls, steamed dumplings, wonton noodle soup, crab fried rice, green curry w/ shrimp, and beef rendang. All of it was, hot, fresh, delicious - 10/10. Zero complaints. (For reference - I did the "medium" spice level which was perfect, but I will prob go up 1 level next time.) The star for me, hands down, was the beef rendang. The sauce is perfection.

Ordered three appetizers and two entrees for takeout. The website said 15 minutes and it was ready in 15 minutes, despite being a busy dining hour, and the fact that many other takeout orders ready to be taken away, as well as three or four dine-in parties present. I got the Roti Canai with mild spiciness to appease my children, and it had just the right amount of kick. Popia Summer Rolls were so glutinous they stuck to the foil package, but the filling was very good and the sauce was a big hit. The samosa was divided into three pieces, perfect for my party of three. The filling was very flavorful, and the sauce that comes with it added to the depth of flavor. The Malay Buddhist Delight had a good variety of vegetables, but the glass noodle salad, which there was not much of, absorbed all the sauce, and was a therefore a little too slimy. Pad Kee Mao was on point, and the fact that you can choose scallops as your protein is a nice touch. Portions are sizeable and the price is very reasonable.

We enjoyed everything here -tea leaf salad- so flavorful and so many textures -beef rendang- so good and beef was tender -Penang Char Kway Teow- good -roti canai - have had better but was still good Service was good too

This was awful. We ordered ginger salad. It was coleslaw soaking in a mayo with tons of ginger on top. I tried despite the look and it tasted like eating raw ginger. The spring rolls ands dumplings were so greasy. the chicken in lemmongrass was ok but was slimy. The wings were greasy too and the rending was gritty . If you think this is good thai, you have never had good thai.

The hunt for the best Beef Rendang in Philly led me to Golden Triangle. This Beef Rendang was seasoned well, the curry was rich but the meat was a tough chew and the portion was underwhelming. Not exactly what I'd expect from a contender for the best Beef Rendang in Philly. The Singapore Fried Mee Hoon with Shrimp was ok. The dish mostly consisted of noodles with some veggies and a small shrimp. It was good with a sweetness that was addictive.

AMAZING meals! We got pad see ew and pepper beef, both were SO full flavor and great portions. I look forward to trying more items.

Golden Triangle is the ultimate source of delicious, authentic, lovingly prepared specialties! Beef Rendang was amazing and so tender! Nasi Lemak with chicjen so tender! Ayam Pandan wings were yummy! Peanut pancakes should be illegal... they are so good!!!

What a lil hidden gem! I'm so glad I stumbled upon this place after a work event. I had the garlic classic with shrimp under their thai regional entrees, and it was cooked to perfection. I requested it to be extra spicy, and love when restaurants accommodate. The shrimp was juicy and plump and worked so nicely with their sauce. I of course had to get their fried wontons and thai iced tea, and they did not disappoint either. Their menu is extensive (which is usually a negative for me) so I'm excited to try their other dishes.

We only came for desserts last night but looks like we need to come back to try their apps and mains too! The peanut pancake was part savory and part sweet - imagine peanut butter in Roti Canai. Very tasty! The Farluda was pretty much like Indian Falooda - a milk based drink with vermicelli, tapioca seeds, jelly, rose syrup and topped with ice cream. Looks like a family based small business and the owners are very sweet.

We were at FDR park and my dining partner was hungry for Thai. This popped up with really reviews on Yelp! so off we went to try it out. Street parking was available a block away. For a Saturday at 12:30pm we felt lucky, but aren't sure if that's normal. The restaurant was empty so we sat near the window. It felt clean and friendly, with plants some decoration. There was a TV near the register showing the news. We ordered red curry, pad Thai, and a Myanmar coffee. We asked if we could get the tofu raw (not deep fried) and was told that even though they do make their own tofu, they make it fried, as it's egg tofu. Ok, we'll give it a go. I looked up to see what a Myanmar coffee was before ordering and what I read was they double-roast their beans, which are 80% of the mix. The rest is wheat, butter or margarine, and salt. I thought I'd give it a try for the experience. The food was good but not really anything amazing. The coffee was super sweet and had some kind of milk in it. It tasted like strange Vietnamese coffee. We asked if we could get it without the milk and sweetener and was told they could not do it, which makes me think it was a powdered drink with water. It's kind of what it tasted like. We were rather underwhelmed with the entire experience. It was good but nothing stood out, and we considered the coffee a fail.

A killer dinner. I've eaten a lot of pad kee mao in my life and this was by far the best--absolutely no contest. Saucy noodles and fresh veg with tender, juicy chicken and just enough kick. Portions are big enough that you can get more bang for your buck by taking the leftovers for lunch tomorrow! The roti canai justifiably gets attention, too. As a bread fiend, the chewy flavorful hunk that came rolled up in foil was a dream come true. The potato-chicken dipping soup it came with was fairly spicy. I'm a wuss, so it was probably hotter than I would like if it was just the soup alone, but the roti made it manageable. And wow, the depth of flavor...! I ordered takeout, so I can't speak to the service or ambiance except to say that turnaround was very quick.

Great food recommended by my Burmese friend! she swears the food here is just like that of his childhood. I personally love the roti canai and the tea leaves salad. Ambience is comfy and cozy, and prices are reasonable if not more affordable than other places in the city. Also great for groups if you call ahead of time. Definitely a gem in Philly!

We were craving Thai and decided to go here. They take reservations and it's a BYOB. We got the roti canai and steamed dumplings as appetizers. Both were delicious. Orders for main meals included pineapple fried rice with shrimp, green curry with chicken, pad Thai with beef and broccoli and chicken. Everything was delicious. We asked for the curry spicy and it was borderline too spicy! The pineapple fried rice needed more pineapple. Pad Thai was yummy. Super affordable and flavorful. Staff are super friendly. I highly recommend.

Ordered take out and very happy with the food! Good portions, reasonable price, everything tasted good, and order was ready for pickup at stated time. The photo is my plate at home since I did takeout lol. Favorites were the Thai chicken lettuce wraps and the black pepper beef. Would definitely order from here again.

Incredible place! Food is amazing. Service is friendly and fast. Huge selection of Thai, Malaysian, and Burmese dishes. AND it's extremely well priced. We got the chicken dumplings which were clearly made by hand. The chicken satay which was grilled perfectly with just a light crisp. The Pad See Lew was DELICIOUS with very tender, juicy, flavorful chicken. 10/10!

I ate here with a friend one evening this week. The food is very good. The place is fairly basic, you go in, eat and leave. Service is ok but there were communication issues, waiting 5 minutes for a spoon, the waitress not understanding that we'd have like a couple of extra plates so we could share. It's a pity, with such good food, that the service couldn't be better, glass instead of plastic would be a nice touch to serve water in. I'm being picky but just a little general service upgrade would make such a difference. Judging by the pick-up traffic it's a popular place.

Went here with friends because we were feeling nostalgic for the days when they used to live in the area. Food we ordered: char kueh teow with shrimp, nasi lemak, penang tofu with chicken, and veggie fried rice for the table. I can only speak for the penang tofu and fried rice, love it. The tofu in the fried rice - flavorful, don't know what they do but when I cook tofu it tastes like a bland sponge. The tofu in the penang tofu - it was freaking juicy, I loved it. It was drenched, DRENCHED in red curry sauce. The chicken was tender and juicy. It is a mild spicy, had to put some chili oil on it because I like spicy. It came with a small bowl of rice. Very filling. My friends raved about their foods too. Nasi lemak is their go to order, so def recommend!l. We also ordered dessert! We got the pulut hitam (sweetened black rice with coconut milk?), and mango sticky rice. Would also recommend. To boot, the service was attentive and the atmosphere was cozy and homely. They had holiday decorations up, and paired with the southeast Asian art they had up, it felt like a tropical Christmas haha! :) Would come back again, and would recommend. Sorry we were hungry and I have no pics of food except this funny sign I saw when I went to the bathroom.

I Love the Golden Triangle the Resturant is clean and the Food is so Good. The Ambiance is perfect.Do yourself a favor and try the many recipes and flavors of the Orient and Beyond. Service is always with a smile. Klairah

This jawn has been a go to spot for many years. I can't believe I have not written a review until now! Yes, Philly and beyond, listen up. They have the BEST roti canai in this city. The curry dipping sauce has a nice amount of spice as does the green curry. I almost always order both every single time haha. Okay, the fried tofu and papaya salad often end up in my to go bag because I'm greedy for the flavors. Service is always exceptional and if you get a chance, sit at the two top in the front window with your boo. It's well lit, cozy and great for people watching over a thai tea. Street parking can usually be found without issue. So yeah, I'm stoked as shiz that they survived the pandemic and eat here regularly!

Food was good, but the delivery arrived in a mess :( I was looking forward to enjoying my favourite appetizer the Roti Canai, but half of the curry was spilled all over the bag and all over the other containers :(

I'll be honest, it was my first time eating Thai /Malaysian at a restaurant, and boy does this place not disappoint! Got the Roti Canai for an appetizer (this delicious crepe-like pancake which you rip and dip into a sweet and savory curry chicken potato dip). Then we followed things up with Pad Kee Mao, which to me seemed similar to Pad Thai, but without the peanuts and more savory flavors instead. Lastly, we got the Chicken Curry Mee, which was a delicious spicy coconut curry soup, which was a perfect blend of savory with a hint of sweetness. Top that off with really reasonable pricing, and you can't beat it. I can't wait to visit Golden Triangle again!

Really good food at great prices, Thai/Malaysian. My go to takeout spot but you can eat in too.

Lunch...had the $6 eggplant Thai Basil with seaweed soup. Outstanding value and taste! Will be back for dinner. Excellent service, too. BYOB

Authentic Malaysian food-Penang Char Kway Teow is very delicious. Staff are friendly. If coming as a group, can call ahead. Came here for a weekend and tried several Malaysian dishes-all likes! The coffee is also very nice.

Awesome flavors that are hard to find. Get the Roti Canai. Order: Roti Canai: 5/5 best thing we ordered. The pancake had a really great chewy texture and the curry had a good coconut flavor. Ayam Pandan: 4/5 crispy wings with a fantastic spicy dipping sauce. Nasi Lemak: 4/5 a mixed plate of different textures and flavors and a good intro to this type of cuisine. Rendang: 3/5 different than how I've had it before. The sauce was looser than I'd like and didn't have the complex layers of flavors that I was expecting.

The best I love everything, there used to be a great Burmese restaurant in Philly in miss it but they have few of the dishes here

Inedible oily mess. We got the tea leaf salad which just tasted like oil. The pad kee mao we had was flavorless and oily as well. The roti was undercooked.

Beef rendang, where have you been all my life? I saw a picture of this dish somewhere and did some quick research to find that this restaurant was walkable from my office. I bookmarked it for a future day when I "might have / possibly / purposefully" forgot to bring in lunch. I will say that for a $15 dish, I expected a bit more, but nope, you got a serving of rice in a small bowl, perhaps six cubes of meat with just a few shavings of carrot strips on top. And it was DELICIOUS. The beef was so tender it nearly fell apart as my fork touched it. The sauce had a undertone of spiciness that gave it just enough kick. Sorry not sorry - I ATE THE WHOLE THING. Best $15 I spent in a while. Noted for a future splurge next time.

I got the pad see ew with tofu and it was delish! The portion was a little smaller than what I'm used to at thai restaurants. Not sure if it's just that restaurant or if I'm just used to midwestern portion sizes lol! I would definitely return and get the same thing again if I'm in the area.

Great little place tucked in behind the chaos of south street. Lots of cool Malaysian and Burmese dishes that you can't easily find anywhere else. Generous portions, quick service, friendly staff... a grade A "hole in the wall". Love taking visiting friends and family here.

Meh. Ketchup taste indeed on the pad Thai --perhaps I just like a different flavor profile from my pad Thai (little sweet , brown , rich and flavorful and savory ) at first I couldn't quite place the intense , tangy extra tomato-ey edge --until I looked at one other review which mentioned "ketchup " Not sure that was what it was , but it almost tasted like the Thai version of spaghetti sauce . No sweet balance , chicken a bit rubbery . Broccoli was yummy and I added it to my pad Thai . The thom yum soup --vegetarian --was a little better --veggie variety was excellent but the broth was just too tart for me and resembled American vegetable soup broth . Overall nothing egregious but not worth a 2nd visit . Super friendly though . Takeout was hot and quick .

10/10 in all aspects. Staff is kind, food is made incredibly fast for pick up and it's always consistent. Every time I try a new item on the menu It turns into my new favorite meal. The Roti Canai, Ayam Pandan, Green Curry, Indian Chili Chicken are absolute must try's. You will NOT be disappointed.

BYOB place on South Street. This place had probably 6-8 tables. We ordered: Roti Canai - freshly cooked roti. The curry tasted well too. Great starter. Papaya salad - good amount of spice to the dish. Has fresh papaya, cucumbers, carrots. Great flavors! Beef and Chicken Skewers - the meat was tender and perfectly cooked. Would order this again. Beef Rendang- would not order this again. The beef was tough and didn't really include much with the dish. Black Pepper Beef - really enjoyed this dish. Lots of black pepper flavor and the meat was really tender. Service was ok, but the food came out really quickly. Great little BYOB if you wanna grab a quick meal. Some dishes are hit or miss, but more hit than miss.

Great place for delivery when you want a lot of different SouthEast Asian tastes. Not sure what to order, I think we did pretty well! I would order any of these again, Fried Burmese Tofu Fried Wonton Roti Canai Tea Leaves Salad Tom Yum Soup Char Kway Teow Rendang Malaysian Pork Chop Mango Sticky Rice

My boyfriend chose Golden Triangle for our Friday date night and it did not disappoint! Golden Triangle offers a menu blended of Malaysian, Burmese and Thai cuisine. All the food is super aromatic and flavorful. We ordered the Sambal Sauce chicken and Crispy Basil Beef. The Sambal Sauce dish was essentially a choice of meat cooked with bell peppers and onions with a strong shrimp paste -- on the fishier tasting side if you like that! A slight hint of spice too. The Crispy Basil was essentially the same thing but no shrimp paste, just a savory light sauce. Both dishes were satisfyingly explosive in flavor! The sauciness of the dishes paired perfectly with the rice on the side. We also ordered a hot Burmese tea which tasted equivalent to a hot Thai tea. It was super sweet, which was fine for someone like me with a sweet tooth. Prices on the menu range from $10/dish-$18/dish depending on what you order! Overall, the restaurant is clean, food is good and reasonably portioned, and staff is friendly! I would definitely return. PS: They offer tea leaf salad on the menu which is something I haven't been able to find on the East coast!

What a great place to eat. The Roti Canai is so amazing. It is basically the chicken and potato curry with a pancake for dipping. We couldn't stop dipping after the pancake was long gone. Very reasonably priced and friendly staff.

I have long enjoyed this place for its speed and inexpensiveness. Highlights include the roti canai and the chicken rendang. Staff are friendly, place is clean and cozy. I generally stick to the Burmese and Malaysian offerings; some of the Thai entrees are best avoided. I appreciate that brown rice is offered.

Nice little restaurant on 5th street right next to south street. Their food is delicious and quite authentic. I came here on several occasional and always received good service and tasty dishes.. I insisted on really spicy green curry one time and it was exactly how I wanted it. The pad Thai was the best I've ever had- very tangy tamarind taste and not sweet- quite unique. Prices are very reasonable. Will be coming back here again for sure.

Golden Five Spice Squid. We also tried Golden Sweet Salad. Both were prepared with just the amount of spice, and cooked well. Can't wait to try more delicious, creative selections from this awesome restaurant.

I came across this place haphazardly. But I was presently surprised that I never noticed this place being during my consistent travels in that area. Very easy to dismiss this place as neighbor Chinese store. But this Thai place is a discreet place to find a good meal. My food was delicious I only gave it 4 stars because I had to keep refreshing my meter while waiting for my food. So that was the only inconvenience.

Tonight we were too tired to go out, so my neighbor and I decided to try Golden Triangle. Based on reviews by Yelp friend Alisha S., we knew what to expect. I couldn't wait to try the spice! Food: Roti Canai 4/5 The roti was delicious just as Alisha S. reported, however, we agree with her. The serving of curry dipping sauce was small and was very thin/broth-y with one small potato chunk and one tiny bit of chicken. The roti was easily a 5/5. The curry sauce though flavorful and packed with heat was more like a broth than a sauce 3/5 we decided the whole dish was a 4/5 Thai red curry chicken 4/5 This dish though flavorful with a good texture lost a star because my favorite vegetable listed in the description was conspicuously absent (eggplant). The dish did not include my eggplant nor asparagus much to my neighbor's chagrin, asparagus is her favorite veg. So both of us were disappointed. It did however include red and green peppers, green beans and a few small mushrooms and some tiny bits of yellow pepper and onion confetti. We chose the chicken option. Though there was not an abundance of chicken, it was still pretty filling especially after the roti Canai. Beef Rendang 5/5 It was delivered as described. It was flavorful and packed a lot of heat as did the other two dishes. Also we ended up dipping the leftover roti into that sauce and it held up to it. The beef had a nice texture, a bit like top-round London broil. The sauce is thick, unctuous and spicy. I'd definitely order it again. Beef Rendang 5/5 Delivery: 5/5 The food was packed well and arrived piping hot and nothing leaked. The bag was clean- not even a drip! The delivery man was nice, professional and smiled. It was a quick, pleasant exchange! I was disappointed that the roti canai sauce was packed in styrofoam cup/plastic lid. I'm anti styrofoam for hot dishes. No eating utensils were included. I think we both would order from Golden Triangle again if we have a hankering for the Rendang - it was delicious! And the next time I've a craving for Roti Canai and don't feel like going to Chinatown, I'd still order from Golden Triangle in spite of the brothy curry sauce because that Roti was divine!

I placed a last minute delivery order from Golden Triangle for my boyfriend and I after the great experience I had last time. Unfortunately, it wasn't so great the second time around. Since I was really impressed with the roti canai and pad thai the first time, I ordered that again. I also tacked on an order of pan fried dumplings this time. The dumplings were alright. Nothing good, nothing bad. The roti canai tasted just as delicious as last time, but I couldn't help but notice the quantity of the curry. Are they filling the cup up less and less each time? Last time, I felt as though they skimped me out on a few spoonfuls, and this time, the cup was even less filled! My boyfriend and I were craving something spicy, so I decided to get the spiciest level again for the pad Thai. I knew it was going to have a kick to it, but it was honestly unbearable this time. After a few bites and chugging water in between all of them, we both called it quits. The inconsistency in this meal was such a disappointment. I was really excited to order from here again and to have my boyfriend try their food, but it was a letdown. I'll probably order from here again in hopes that I can relive the same experience I had the first time, but not keeping my hopes up too high.

I ordered Golden Triangle for a weekend "date" night because I saw that they had some nice vegetarian options (we called to confirm and the gentleman on the phone was super happy to direct us to some nice veggie-friendly options) and because we wanted something a little different than our typical Rittenhouse fare. The food came quickly, PIPING hot (like other reviews have mentioned), and very well packaged. I was pleased with the serving size and the overall variety of the menu (thai, malaysian, burmese, etc!), so it was an overall very enjoyable meal. The only gripe that I have is that the tofu felt very very oily and greasy. It was almost a bit difficult to eat because the Tofu felt like it was swimming in grease. Perhaps eating in more has spoiled my taste buds, but would have preferred to have some lighter tasting options. Overall, I'm very glad I ordered from here, but would need to be looking for a greasy, yummy meal before I am ready to order again!

Overall, we were satisfied with the meal. The dishes were flavorful, everything was fresh, it was prepared to order, and they made accommodations for various tastes. The restaurant was very clean, and the price point was reasonable. There wasn't really a downside; it was pretty much what we expected. And so the stars reflect that - not terrific but not bad at all.

Food was excellent 3 rd time we ordered and as usual very good , ordered online and received order early and hot.

Golden triangle is a great place for take out night! We ordered the Thai spring rolls, crab fried rice, sesame chicken, crispy basil (beef), Singapore fried mee hon (chicken), and for dessert the mango sticky rice. Everything was great! Stand outs were the Thai spring rolls, sesame chicken, and the Singapore fried mee hon. Would order from here again. Just short of 5 stars because there were some shells I kept crunching on in the crab fried rice that slightly derailed me.

Good food, affordable prices and BYOB. This is exactly what we were looking for this past Friday. The decor and ambience is minimal but the food makes up for it. The roti canai was perfect - highly recommend!! The red curry and pad kee mao were both delicious as well but they didn't stand out like the roti did. If you are in the area, definitely give this place a try!

Have only ordered for pick up. Can only speak of food quality. This place consistently creates great tasting food. Becoming my go to for thai food with a twist.

I prefer this place over Banana Leaf or Penang in the Chinatown area. Food tastes good, good vegetarian options. I just like fusion places like this featuring food from a particular region in Asia. Good first impression when I came with a friend. Definitely will be back to try out more dishes.