Green Papaya

First time here, and absolutely one of many... we were a party of 12, food/ service = fantastic! I am a spicy food guy, i got level 2, and it was great, but I think I can totally handle level 3. Presentation perfect, experience perfect, price perfect... can't wait to come back

This place has the very best sushi! They also make their very own homemade wasabi! Wow! Everything was delicious!

One of the best waiters ive ever had!! he checked on my table several times and made small talks often—super nice. Food was great and seemed very authentic. Highly recommend the popcorn chicken for kids, very similar to chicken tenders but crispier and better.

While visiting my hometown of Cincinnati, my brother and sister-in-law took me to the green papaya on Wasson Road. I was pleasantly surprised by the atmosphere, the service and the food! We visited on a Sunday night so the parking was plentiful. I had the miso soup, ginger salad, and the tempura shrimp and vegetable combo all fried perfectly. I had a taste of my sister-in-law‘s Choo Chee curry. I didn’t think I liked curry, but that was delicious. It had sweet undertones. I didn’t get a photo of my brothers coconut soup, but I can tell you I wished I had gotten that instead of the miso soup. Rich, flavorful and mild coconut with tofu. I have to say the Ta Ta roll was the star of the show! It’s a must have and slightly fried for a crunchy rice outer texture. I highly recommend the green papaya restaurant for anyone who loves really good Thai food and sushi.

I think they should have a higher rating. Their food is phenomenal. If you don’t get crispy pad Thai as your entree, get it for dessert!

Classic spot for Thai and Asian food in the area. Typical Thai dishes are great. Their chicken satay is particularly good; tender and flavorful. I'd rate them above Wild Ginger for this and other Thai dishes. Their sushi is okay, but if that's what you're looking for, there are plenty of other good options in the area.

The server was short, not very friendly. The veggie dumplings could have been fried longer. Whatever seasoning they used, it taste like sassafras. I didn't like it at all. I got the crazy fried rice. Parking is awful, the menu was stapled together lol. It looks like a s*** hole on the outside.

Went here for an impromptu early dinner as we needed to fuel up before a night concert nearby so we decided to order some appetizers of fried tofu and crab rangoon and both came with sweet and sour sauces along with a set of sushi rolls of Hyde Park Roll (tuna, salmon, avocado, and cream cheese? And they were fried if I'm not mistaken). Oh, I also wanted something sweet so I got the signature Thai Iced Tea which was so good and not too sweet to my palate. For the food, every dish we ordered was okay – personal note was the crab Rangoon's filling was not as flavorful as expected but the sauce saved it so I hope the cream cheese or other ingredients of the filling could be more flavored and enhanced in some ways? Just a thought. The service was good although I could see the waiter was really wondering when we would leave as we stayed for almost an hour just by ordering two appetizers, one roll, and a glass of Thai iced tea, however, we did not mean that way as we really needed a place to settle down before the event. I used the toilet to clean up and changed my clothes, the toilet was super clean, smelled good, and was very proper in my opinion. The vibe of the place was very authentic Thai and as time went by, a lot of people were coming in for dinner. I would say the neighborhood area was pretty nice as we saw a lot of people doing evening runs or walking in proper exercise outfits which seemed nice! They also have a few parking spots in front of the restaurant, maybe 4-5 cars will fit? After checking out, there was a bowl of lollipops and we took one for each other, I got the grape and my bf took the rootbeer one which he really loved, and talked about it for the night. Recommended if you are around in the neighborhood and want to try Thai dishes with some fusion sushi rolls!

Great takeout pad thai! Definitely need to try the crispy version. Not the normal pad thai, but just as good if not better.

The BEST Thai food! My go-to is the Drunken Noodle. People are friendly. Service is quick and efficient!

Very good 'goon game on display at Green Papaya. The crab Rangoons are light and crispy. The wrappers are thin. Generous fillings. Classic sipping sawce. Must order the 'goons. For the first time I ordered the cincy salad and I will be ordering this again. Crispy thin panko breaded chicken on top of a classic sushi restaurant salad. The dressing was more of a honey mustard than a ginger sauce. Sushi was bomb. Loved the green papaya and the omega roll. Those were the two favorites. Parking is difficult but found a spot out front. Clean place. Little warm inside though.

I was slightly disappointed with this visit to Green Papaya. It has always been one of my favorite places for Pad Thai. However on this visit, the sauce tasted totally different. It felt like peanut sauce was mixed with some kind of red sauce. As a look through the pictures on Yelp, some of the Pad Thai's look more traditional, and some look more red like mine. I'm not sure if they changed their recipe recently or not. It's been a little while since I've visited. The service is always excellent and I will absolutely go back. I may just need to try a different dish.

Came here because our group wanted some Thai food! We came just after they opened and got speedy service. The atmosphere is very serene with lots of plants and a little water fountain. It's not huge inside, there's tables and then a little bar. When ordering their spice levels are only 1-3, so I got pad Thai at a level 1 spice and it wasn't spicy at all (which I enjoyed). My mom got a level 2 spice and it "had some kick to it" as she would say. My food was yummy, not the best thing I've ever ate, but I'd definitely order it again. The menu has plenty of options so will be back to try more in the future.

Love this place so much!! The food is full of flavor, menu has lots of options. The sushi is my favorite. Recently I've been ordering the green chicken curry. It's spicy and hot every time. My favorite go to meal when it's cold outside. I really enjoyed the ambiance and the food here, but service is always good too.

This was my first time going to this place based off recommendation. Overall, the appetizer of dumplings was super good. It came with a house sauce and they were pan sear dumpling i think they were shrimp. The service was okay she helped us determine spice levels! I opted for the bento lunch box which i don't regret! came with pad thai,salad, spring roll, sushi and miso soup! so yummy. We also got Mango curry it came with rice and let me tell you... it was SO FLAVORFUL! and felt like receiving a hug. overall i would come here again!

Probably my favorite small business restaurant in Cincinnati! It is always very cozy inside and the service is great, I've never waited more than 20 minutes for my food. Every time I come home, I look forward to coming to Green Papaya and ordering the Green Papaya Garden, my favorite dish!

I loved Green Papaya! The dining atmosphere is so nice, with lots of plants and seating options. The service was also great and extremely quick. We ordered crab rangoons, sushi, and pad thai which were all delivered fresh, warm, and within 15 minutes of placing our order. The food was really delicious and I will definitely be returning! Great price for good sushi too, I can see this becoming a staple for me!

If you like true Thai food you can find it here!!! The service is amazing. The location is always clean and has tons of seating. Get the green papaya salad!! Hands down my favorite Thai restaurant in Ohio!!!!

So this little place is Magical to say the least. Thai food is an all time favorite of mine and this place hit the spot. The sushi and Nigiri was so fresh and delicious. They also have some exotic fish options for Nigiri that you don't usually see like the Clam that is pictured. If you've never had Vietnamese coffee, this is your sign it is the best coffee in the world in my opinion. For entrees, if you don't want sushi I 100% recommend the Mango Curry. I asked the waiter and this was his choice and it was a great one. For spice level I got a 2/3 and it was just spicy enough without being unbearable. If you're in Oakley (or not it's honestly worth the drive) stop in!

Back again and Green Papaya is still a great place to eat in 2025! Highly recommend it. They have a three star rating for food and I like my food really spicy, so I got the three. It was great though I may dial it down to a 2 next time!

This place is legit. One of the best Thai dishes I've had in a while, tons of flavor and the spice was accurate. I did yellow curry via DoorDash. Can't wait to try other dishes but the curry was so good I'll definitely order again.

One of the only places open on Christmas Day and so glad it was. Started with a Tom Kah soup to warm up and it was amazing. We ordered a sushi feast with various rolls. All of the. We're great. Spicy Tuna, Green Papaya (with shrimp), California, Chula (imitation crab, avocado and cream cheese). Also got the Pad Thai and it was delicious.

Decent Thai food on the sweeter and smaller serving side. PS: don't get fried pad thai. Dinner with friends Tuesday night. Parking lot is small so carpool if you can. Most people went for curry rice but I got Pad See You and a friend got fried pad thai. My pad see you was nothing special and definitely leaned on the sweet side. I did order two as I was hungry (and beef was better than pork). The fried pad thai had all the taste of a peanut candy part and part of the consistency. They didn't even finish their meal or take it to go and after trying it I decided paying for a second plate was a better move. Hyper sweet with a thick peanut taste it was not what you enjoy for dinner. Other than that staff was quick and understanding of our bizarre bill splits. Definitely a decent spot.

Came here for a late dinner date and WOW! The sushi was incredibly fresh and tasteful. The parking lot was small, but the inside was very cute and the staff very welcoming and kind. Will absolutely be back here more often!

This place has been a staple for so many years and yet I'm still amazed every time I find something new on the menu. Nothing disappoints. My new go to lunch is the Khao Soi. So many rich flavors and textures.

I have been here a few times now and the food is always delicious! I really love some of the unique sushi combinations (they have a veggie roll with seaweed salad in it!), and their curries are far better than many of the other local restaurants (including Wild Ginger and Lemongrass). The mango curry is slightly sweet with a nice savory balance. I love the basil sauce! For any lovers of Thai basil, this sauce is a must try. It has a strong yet not overpowering basil flavor. The cashew sauce is also unique with its honey lemon spicy sauce, and the Thai spicy is great as well. Service has always been kind and they ask if you'd like extra rice when packaging your food to go. Highly recommend!

This is a place I had been wanting to try. The service was ok, pretty average. Nothing that stood out. I had their lunch Bento box. I enjoyed some samplings of their food which were all flavorful. They have many options for the vegetarians. It's located in Hyde Park, conveniently located to many nice neighborhoods, a walking path, and more. The decor was cute and could be a cute spot for a date, gathering with friends, or dining alone.

Green Papaya has some of the BEST Pad Thai in Cincinnati and maybe Ohio. It was incredibly delicious bursting with flavor. The tofu was super crunchy and the restaurant was very accommodating for vegans. Staff was very accommodating as well as I went with a big group of people. I also loved the edamame.

The food is consistently good. Their heat ratings are accurate, which is nice! The sushi has always been good too. The service is lackluster, I wouldn't recommend going if you have a movie or band to catch. It's in the regular rotation of restaurants we enjoy!

I haven't had Thai in a while and decided to order from Green papaya. Sadly I was very disappointed with my order. We ordered de Thai spicy veggie, and Thai spicy with Shrimp and chicken. The veggies were supper hard and it was mostly onions than any other vegetable, additionally the carrots and eggplants were huge pieces. Not worth the price. On the other hand, the Thai spinach with shrimp and chicken, the shrimp still had the shell, and it was mostly chicken that was very chewy. I guess the only good thing was the rice. Not sure if I would go back

I ordered a Buddha Roll here for carry out for a picnic at Alms Park and it was the perfect decision! The person I was with also commented that their crab Rangoons are the best they have ever had. Just one roll was filling for a delicious lunch. The order was also ready earlier than anticipated - fast service! Will definitely be ordering from here again!

Been coming here for a few years now and I always order the same thing. Pad see ew, shrimp tempura roll, octopus nigiri, and pineapple fried rice. The inside feels homey, the staff is always friendly&attentive. Def one of my fave places for Thai food!

This upgrade to four stars is actually way overdue, because Green Papaya has been better than its neighborhood Thai competitors for a few years now. But its performance during the Covid-19 crisis has been especially superb. The staff's take-out service has been really streamlined and sharp: easy to get through on the phone, usually ready in under 30 minutes, pleasant staff, maintaining food quality, etc. (Until recently, we almost never did take-out if only because food at all but the most casual or fast-food restaurants seems to suffer in styrofoam boxes or plastic containers.) We've been dialing them up every couple of weeks for the last three months. The chef/cook (pretty sure she's usually the one who brings your food out when you dine in) and whoever else works in food prep here in recent years have been excellent: Sauces have been both bold and balanced, the cooking of seafood is way better than average for the price range in this city, and excellent knife skills are evident with the veggies (which are never overcooked). Plus, Green Papaya will jack up that spicy heat when you ask for it. Finally, the restaurant hasn't increased its prices very much in the last five or six years, meaning that this is now a relatively good value. The "Classic Hot Fish" from the "Fish Story" menu (I get it with pan-fried snapper (although I'm not sure it's actually snapper) and the "Hot Thai Spicy Sauce" are tops on my list here. P.S. We haven't been to the Mariemont Green Papaya location for a year or two and had stopped going because it wasn't nearly as good as this Wasson Road location.

It's a high A Okay for me. I'm hoping I'll be able to upgrade my review in the future as they do have some very tasty food but my experience is their consistency can be off and some dishes I did not care for including over cooked or soggy veggies. First experience, my husband and I were craving sushi for dinner and heard great things about this place, so let's give it a try! We placed an order for pick up with shu-mai (8 pieces of steamed shrimp dumplings) and sushi: a salmon and avocado roll, tuna and avocado roll, and a Rainbow specialty roll. Shu-mai was really tasty but preferred a soy-based sauce over their house specialty sauce that tasted too much like mayo. Sushi was pretty good, nice and fresh with good texture on the fish and bright avocado. Happy to find our sushi spot. Second experience, another to go order. Having sushi before had us curious to try more of the menu. We ordered Teriyaki Chicken and Basil Country Style (diced chicken) with an order of Vegetable Dumplings. I was not a fan of my teriyaki chicken. Chicken was dry and the sauce was tasty but the consistency was like water. Menu says it comes with "fresh crispy steamed vegetables" The veggies I got were either soggy or too hard. Could not tell if some were undercooked potatoes or sweet potatoes, really could not tell and was not happy with my order. My husband enjoyed his Basil Country Style chicken. Did not care for the Vegetable Dumplings, a bit mushy for our liking. Third experience and after, we got that Thai flavor craving again and put in another pick up order for some Pad Thai with Chicken and Basil Country Style Chicken and Siam rolls (egg rolls). Husband again was happy with his basil chicken and I liked my chicken Pad Thai better than my Teriyaki experience but again chicken was over cooked and noodles were on the dry side. Liking the flavors, I ordered the chicken Pad Thai two more subsequent times during our order out nights and the third time it was excellent! Chicken was cooked perfectly with so much flavor and the noodles were not dry and had that perfect wet kind of stickiness you get with that Thai sauce. Siam rolls were some of the best egg rolls I have had. Perfectly crispy on the outside and fresh, not mushy inside. I have also experienced the Ginger sauce with chicken and liked it minus the soggy slimy mushrooms I picked out. If you love ginger like I do, you'll like this dish. Also we have tried the Crazy Fried Rice with pork and it was okay, prefer the Basil Country Style Chicken. Heat scale is no joke! I like heat and spice and 3 was almost too much so we've stuck with a 2 going forward. I can't say much about the service as we have always ordered for pick up. We like our order out nights and movies! I can say the timing is always right on and food is never cold. Husband says they are always nice when he picks up the food. We look forward to dining in sometime.

Their Green Papaya Roll and Chicken Fried Rice are great. All of their Sushi is good! Great Food

Honestly less than impressed for all the hype this place gets. The coconut soup was delcious and I would go back over and over again for that but the Massman curry I had was awful. It tasted like thick peanut butter and nothing else. I couldn't even eat it. My boyfriend ordered a sushi roll and the pad thai, which I thought was alright. Overall, I think this place is overhyped and don't see myself coming back, UNLESS it's for the coconut soup, that was absolutely delightful.

I ordered the "hot fish" red snapper, steamed. The fish was spoiled and inedible. The dish looked great but I couldn't eat it

Amazing Pad Thai!!! I have been hearing great things so I finally went in to try it out and it definitely lived up to the hype! The inside of the restaurant isn't the fanciest, but you don't go for that - you go for the incredible Pad Thai!! I went here with a group of four. We started with the crab rangoon and they were typical and tasty, served with great sauce. I had a glass of wine and my fiancé got a beer - great prices on drinks! All four of us got the Pad Thai as our main dish. One vegetarian got tofu and was very pleased with it. The rest of us got Chicken Pad Thai at our varying spice levels and we all LOVED it! Each dish is a huge amount, so us ladies had enough to take home leftovers that we got to enjoy for lunch the following day. The guys were able to finish theirs and leave with very full bellies. In the future, I'd probably order this for carry-out (it seemed that's what most people were doing), but I will definitely be getting this Chicken Pad Thai many more times!! If you haven't tried it yet, go get it and then come back and leave a well-deserved great review!

What you would expect for a family owned sushi restaurant. The menu is extensive and you are sure to find something for everyone. There is limited seating but the staff is quick and attentive. Food is very good, but definitely comparable to other places like this.

Both the red curry and yellow curry were portioned well and had decent flavor. The summer rolls/crab Rangoon need some work, but they were okay. Service was very slow so don't be in a hurry. Not in any rush to return.

Ordered mixed tempura but got veggies which were breaded and soggy. Crispy pad Thai extremely sweet and not crispy

I LOVE THIS PLACE!!!! I came for lunch a few weeks ago with some coworkers and I'm SOOO glad I did!! The food was so so good! Seriously just writing this review makes me want to go get some! I just had the pad Thai but It was so flavorful and fresh!! And you can pick your spice level! My coworkers both got bento boxes which were a good size and came with lots of options! Apparently one of my coworkers goes enough that they know her order by heart! Which I really liked because it shows they care for their customers! And although it was my first time I could tell they have excellent customer service with all patrons! The place is bigger than It looks on the outside! But there is limited parking so arrive before the lunch crowd just so you can get a good space!

Got fried rice to go. The food was amazing! Plants of flavor and wasn't overly spicy or sweet. It was well balanced. Will definitely go back!

This is my favorite place in Cincinnati for Thai food! I got here for a usual Saturday lunch with some friends and got seated quickly. Appetizer recommendations: Golden bag, Shumai, Chicken Satay, Green papaya salad (to share) For beverages, stick to the hot tea versions if you are a fan. For main course, I've pretty much tried different things everytime and they've all been good to really good! Recommend the crispy noodles, crazy fried rice, panang curry, mango curry, bangkok fried rice, green curry and cashewnut. Their sake is good too! The only off thing is that the service is kinda slow and this time, I noticed that they pre-charged and levied a tip in the bill, which was odd. But the food isn't disappointing, so what the hell!?

The Green Papaya is my favorite sushi spot in Cincy, and I'm so happy we were in the neighborhood this weekend. It was my wife's first time at the Green Papaya and I'm glad she got to go! I ordered my staple, the Green Papaya roll. As always, the fish was at the peak of freshness, deftly rolled, and topped with the most delicious sauce. The crunchies are the cherry on top. I don't even need soy sauce with my rolls at the Papaya. My other favorites on the menu come froM the Thai side, including Paid Thai, which my wife ordered. The dish is superbly flavored, with a rich peanut sauce and slight crunch to the veggies. You need it in your life. The miso soup is perfect to complement, and I like a crisp Stella to complete the meal. You can't go wrong with anything from the HUGE menu here.

Order takeout from here all the time, always comes out great! As a spicy food lover, they're always spot on when I order extra spicy

Definitely a 5 star experience! I loved the ambiance and decor. Very relaxing and more of a traditional Thai experience. We split the lunch pad see ew with chicken. Spice level 2. It was very good. Not overly greasy with a lot of veggies and a nice taste for the peppers. We also had the spring rolls that were served with sweet and sour sauce. Service was very good as well!

My husband and i stopped in here 8/1 and received the most horrible service. We didn't even stay and eat. My husband walked in and waited for 5 mins to be seated. While the hostess was kind and bubbly to everyone else, she was very short and brisk with my husband. We sat down and weren't even given any service or greeted by any staff for 7 mins! While everyone else was receiving service and carry out was also getting service. It wasn't busy, maybe 5 tables in the entire restaurant. When i approached a female server about receiving service she said 'I'll send someone over there soon'. Then she proceeded to yell in Chinese about us as patrons... my husband is Chinese and i think they assumed he didn't speak Chinese , but he does, what they had to say about us in Chinese wasn't kind. When the waitress finally did come over, she walked up and said 'what do you want?' And when my husband mentioned he didn't appreciate her tone and walking up and stating 'what do you want' is rude... the waitress stated she didn't say that, she asked 'how are we doing' ... SHE BLATANTLY LIED AND CALLED US LIARS My husband and i have frequented this restaurant for years. Often we use their carry out because we have a small child. This was the first evening in 5 months we had a chance to have a date and we chose to come to Green Papaya, only to be spoken about derogatorily in Chinese and then to be gas lighted and lied to, never once receiving even water at our table after being the only table sat in a 20 min period. Not only was I shocked about how we were treated and spoken about, but i was so disappointed to know i can never visit this establishment again. And i hope that the reason we were treated that way isn't steeped in racist beliefs.

My two favorites are the pad Thai and the spicy tuna roll. The big conundrum revolves around 3PM. The big deal: lunch vs. dinner pricing. $8.95 vs. $12.95 for essentially the same pad thai meal. While their dishes clearly have great presentation value and attention to detail, for me it's all about the value. If you can get in before 3PM, Green Papaya is a 5 star pan-Asian food joint. I'd say their dinner pricing makes them a 3, so I will give them the average.

Due to Covid, I ordered online. Can't provide too much detail on the restaurant itself. Staff was nice taking my order. Ordered chicken pad Thai and chicken Thai fried rice along with the crab Rangoon. It didn't take long actually for my meal to be prepared. I was able to track the delivery to my home. The food was good. Since it was my first time ordering, I have to learn the levels of spice. I will return. The food is good and I truly enjoyed. Hope to be able to go in person at some point to see how that experience is.

As much as I wanted to love Green Papaya, I wasn't impressed. It's been on my to try list for awhile and I finally he chance one Sunday afternoon. I stopped by with my husband and daughter. We seemed to get there shortly before the crowd started to pick up. The service was ok. The waiter was nice but she seemed to be waiting on a lot of tables so the service was a little slower than I'd prefer. I also felt the meal was expensive for no reason. Our bill was $75-$80 and it just wasn't impressive. I also woke up sick the next morning. Yes, like vomiting and diarrhea at 4:30-5:00 am. I'm sure that's TMI but it is what it is *shrugs*. I was fine all day and then this was the last thing I ate that night and woke up sick the next morning. Before we ordered dinner, I ordered their Ginger Salad, it was actually pretty good. A basic salad mix (greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and carrots) with ginger dressing. The dressing had a good flavor and was pretty balanced. My husband also ordered a sushi roll (I don't remember the name). Because I am pregnant I didn't eat any. He said it was good. I ordered the Siam Fried Rice and my husband ordered I think the Hot Fish. The Siam consisted of egg, baby corn, onion, pineapple chunk, mixed peas, red pepper, snow pea, carrot and in house special sauce. This dish was bland in flavor and seasoning. It surely wasn't anything special. My husband's dish was actually decent and had more flavor than mine. I only tasted the sautéed spinach that came with it but he raved about his dish. He told me mine was bland. Lol. We ordered our daughter the chicken skewers. She didn't eat but a few bites. The chicken skewers were ok as well. I doubt we come back here because there are better Thai places.

Absolutely fabulous curry and sushi. I got the Khao Soi curry and it was so flavorful, I came back a week later and got it again. I will absolutely be coming back a third and fourth time.

Ordered takeout and haven't been here in years. Chicken pad Thai is still delicious, but the green curry needed a bit more seasoning. Spring rolls were yummy and full of meat. I will definitely return and try the green curry again.

I've been here a few times but this is the first time Im writing a review for this place. I've never been disappointed at this place. I've had their Pad Thai, Green Curry, Egg Rolls, Chicken Satay. Thai Ice Tea and some of their sushi rolls. All of them have been delicious. The Pad See Ew is my go to at this place. Their Pad See Ew are pan fried, leaving a a very subtle crisp to noodles which I like. This and the Pad Thai have a good amount of sauce, unlike other Thai restaurants I've tried, so it brings a lot of flavor to the dish. A minor criticism about the food is that sometimes, the Pad Thai can get sticky and slightly mushy. Other than that they are very delicious. The service has always been good and I really like the decor. There's a little fountain as soon as you enter the restaurant. This makes the ambiance in this dining area relaxing. Definitely recommended this place.

We found plastic in our food. Plastic. Plastic. Plastic. I have come here since childhood and I always assumed that the kitchen had sanitary practices. For all those years I enjoyed the food they had to offer at this establishment. The only reason I will ever write a negative review is if I have health concerns that the food may harm somebody. We fished this piece of plastic out of the curry we ordered.

Amazing food! Owners are wonderful. The decorations are both cohesive, and authentic.

Never actually dined in this spot, but love getting take out here. The Pad Thai is phenomenal and probably one of my favorite dishes in the area. Great food and great service.