Thai Chef Rockville

THE LAYOUT: This place is visually pleasing inside and out. Though we ordered food to go—it’s the perfect space for a date. At night, it’s even better. THE MEAL: First time eating here and we always try a signature dish to see if it’s authentic or not and test the spice level… here’s our feedback— Food is good, they cook traditional, not watered down to cater to a crowd that can’t take spice/seasoning. We values and appreciate cultures staying true to their roots. If you are seeking a real* Thai experience.. YOU FOUND IT. Excited to go back, dine in and try another dishes. Thank you!

Loved the atmosphere of the space, felt like I was in another country. Some of the decorations reminded me of the Papermoon Diner in Baltimore. I felt the price was kind of high for what I got, 19$ for 4 fried shrimp and some jazzed up rice. My first time having Thai food so I have nothing to compare it to. My meal was good, I did not think it was peppery like the name of the dish said but I liked the meal. Food came out quick, servers were attentive. Wish they carried Coca Cola, asked for a Coke and was given a Pepsi. Fountain soda was crisp though. Looks like a nice bar with a nice cocktail menu, I can't partake on my lunch break but if I lived down here I'd explore more of the menu.

If Willy Wonka opened a Thai restaurant, this would be it! Walking up to Thai Chef felt like stepping into a Thai art museum that binge-watched HGTV and then said, “Let’s go full color explosion.” I mean seriously — stained-glass vibes, hanging lanterns, neon stars, and even a flying horse. If Willy Wonka went on a food tour through Bangkok, this is the restaurant he’d open. Now for the main corse (see what I did there?): 🍛 Red Curry – This dish didn’t just slap; it high-fived my taste buds with a warm, creamy, spicy hug. It was so good I wanted to write it a thank-you note. 🥗 Papaya Salad – Tangy, spicy, crunchy… basically the Beyoncé of salads. It gave me som tam to remember. 🍜 Pad See Ew – These noodles were so deliciously wide and chewy, I almost asked them to elopi with me. The beef and chicken versions both had wok this way energy. The vibe inside? Let’s just say I was Thai’d up with joy. There’s so much to look at, you’ll forget your phone exists — and honestly, that’s rare. It’s like dining inside a kaleidoscope that also serves jasmine rice. Service? Fast and friendly. The staff delivered food quicker than I could make a dad joke — which is saying something. If you’re in the mood for un-pho-gettable flavor, punbelievable decor, and a meal that’s Thai-fully satisfying, don’t walk — runglee-run to Thai Chef. Would I come back? You basil your sweet chili I would.

This amazing Thai restaurant is fantastic! The decorations are stunning, the food is delicious, and the cocktails are exceptional. The service is top-notch as well. Highly recommend!

Delicious food and fantastic ambiance! Came here with family to try it out and we were amazed with the bright and eclectic decor. There is something interesting to observe in each corner of the restaurant. The food was fantastic! The pad see ew is a long time favorite of our families and we loved the way it was made here, probably one of our favorite places to have had this dish. The crab fried rice was new to us and was 10/10 amazing as well! Large pieces of crab were served in a well made fried rice, simple yet delicious. The appetizers were all stupendous but the calamari was the table favorite with its crispy freshness and nice dipping sauce. The food was very reasonably priced for the large portions as well! This has become a family favorite location for us. Would recommend to anyone searching for a go to Thai restaurant.

We came to Thai Chef for my birthday—Thai food is my favorite, so it felt like the perfect choice. And wow, it did not disappoint! Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and served piping hot. The standout was the crab fried rice—we added shrimp, and it was absolutely delicious. Every bite was packed with flavor and perfectly seasoned. This meal made our night, and we’re already planning to come back. Thai Chef might just be our new go-to spot for amazing Thai food. Highly recommend!

Cute place for a little change of scenery, the interior was unique with vibrant colors. Food wasn't too impressive, tofu was really dry and overcooked. Fried calamari was a bit greasy for me. We had to wait a little too long for the server to take the order for our entrees. Jasmin tea was just a single cup of not so flavorful teabag. Overall, it was a nice place to meet up friends occasionally.

I love this restaurant to the point that I drive from Alexandria to go to it. I’ve never had food that I haven’t liked there. The rice bowls are perfect. The staff is very friendly. The atmosphere and overall design of the restaurant is vibrant and very photogenic. It’s a popular spot, usually full, but I don’t have much issue getting a table for two relatively quickly. A more accurate price point per person would be $15-25.

A fascinating space with very nifty decor. Staff is mostly quite friendly and helpful. Indoor and outdoor seating. Wheelchair accessible. They have a drink happy hour menu, but no food happy hour options. The apps are great, but a bit pricey. So this is a great restaurant (good food and fun) but not a happy hour go to for me (will add to my "lunch or dinner with friends" list though).

Pro: outdoor seating, friendly staff, clean & decorative interior, garage parking. Con: none. Initially we were going to eat at another Thai restaurant but they were closed for the whole week of the July 4th. So after looking around we came across this establishment and decided to eat here. There no street parking in Rockville center area but they have parking garages. The restaurant has option for indoor or outdoor dining. The interior is very clean and spacious with cool decoration on the ceiling. For appetizer, we order the rocket shrimp and for my entree I had the Tom yum fried rice. The shrimp was crispy and when dip into the sweet & sour sauce it just enhances the flavor overall. The fried rice overall was good but not great. The staff was very friendly, refilled our water often, and check in periodically to make sure our needs were taken care of. All in all, had a good experience here and would recommend anyone come in and try the food here.

Eye-Catching Thai Flavors at Thai Chef! Looking for a Thai food experience in Rockville? Thai Chef needs to be your next stop. This spot serves up some serious flavors. Don't miss the calamari and crispy veggie spring rolls to start - both are deliciously prepared appetizers that will open your appetite. But the real star is the chicken pad thai. With perfectly chewy noodles, a medley of classic ingredients like bean sprouts and crushed peanuts, and customizable spice levels, it's some of the best pad thai around. Pair your pad thai with a refreshing lychee drink for a taste of sweet Thai refreshment. The lychee flavor is prominent but balanced. Purple rain and the Crazy Thai lady are a must try! Thank me later! While the vibe is casual, the bold, crave-worthy flavors more than make up for it. After one visit, you'll be craving Thai Chef's takes on classic Thai dishes. Don't miss this local gem! I come here about one a week!

If you like eating thai food with nice decorations, this place is for you! Love all the details they had. The place is not too big though. All tables are pretty close to each other. We went with some friends and we all have little ones, so it was a bit tight. The food, however, was delicious! So sad I didn't get to try the dessert because I think I would have loved it. Maybe next time! We got the panang curry, pad thai, eggplant dish. My favorite was the eggplant which I would recommend. The other dishes were good as well but I think it tasted the same as other restaurants, so nothing too special.

Nicely decorated Thai restaurant with bright and loud decor all over. Food is delicious, portions are generous, and service is quick and friendly. Green and panang curry: Get These were both delicious and I recommend them both. I think I prefer the green curry as it was more flavorful and packed more of a punch but can't go wrong with either Food: 8/10 Atmosphere: 9/10 Service: 8/10 Value: 7/10

Fun ambiance, attentive and quick service. Affordable, generous, and tasty food. Clean restrooms. Outdoor seating available. Cocktails we got (crazy Thai lady and The Only Word) were great: refreshing, interesting spices, not too sweet. Tiger steak salad: 4.5/5. Loved the strong taste of what I thought was fish oil. Nice keto appetizer if you're into that, though I would've liked to have some rice with it. You can pay extra for rice with it, but then I'd feel silly later because the other dishes had more than enough rice! Southerner's comfort: 4/5. Spicy, tasty, but a little dry. Would've liked something like chili oil but only chili paste or dry chili spice were available. Peppery garlic fried rice: 5/5. So garlicky and yummy. Shrimp were awesome. Wok fried 5 spiced braised beef: 4/5. Tasty, a little spicy, distinct flavor from other dishes. Taro tapioca: 5/5. Came very warm, felt comforting. Overall 5/5 for value, environment, generous serving size, distinct flavors for each dish.

I'm in awe by this restaurant. I've been here twice so far this year and I'm obsessed. Obsessed with their entire aesthetic--boho decor, colorful table settings, vibrant furniture and vintage artwork. Obsessed with their staff. Super friendly, sweet and helpful. Each one will come and check in on you. You don't have just one server when you visit, you have the entire crew. Including the bartender! Obsessed with the super creative, colorful and tasty cocktails. Their happy hour menu is superb for cocktail tasting (get one of each! DO IT)! Obsessed with their food menu. Not kidding. E-v-e-r-y-t-h-i-n-g is deliciously flavorful and spiced perfectly. Even the oil and sauce used and heat levels are impeccably balanced. I would eat here everyday if I could afford to do so. Best Thai food in the area, for real.

It's good, and some dishes are really good. Ambiance is fun, quirky, amd the service is efficient. Thai food is delicious- you should go here more often.

First time in Rockville, MD and first time at Thai Chef. The restaurant was decorated GREAT! Server was really nice and attentive. Food came out lightning fast. Tom Ka soup was delicious, but could have been spicier (my taste). Penang was rich, sweet, and spicy. Very good. also had, Drunken Noodles and pork Kra Pow. Both were excellent. sorry no pics, we were super hungry and just dove in! come give it a try you won't be dissappointed

Thai Tea: 10/10 Koki Calamri: 10/10 Crabmeat Fried Rice (add shrimp): 10/10 Peppery Garlic Fried Rice: 10/10 Rocket Shrimp: 9/10 One of my first restaurants since moving to the area and it did not disappoint! Thai Chef has a welcoming energy with wimsical decor that is so cute. The staff is very attentive and quick with bringing everything out to you. My family & I really enjoyed our meal here and I would highly recommend if you're in the area! The parking garage beside the restaurant has the first 2 hours free to park. I ordered the thai tea drink and it was perfect. The sweetness level was great for my taste & I would definitely order it again. We started with the Calamari and Rocket Shrimp as appetizers & they were delicious, especially accompanied by their individual sauces. The portions are a bit small so keep that in mind if you want to share between a group, you may need to order multiples. My meal was the crabmeat fried rice and omg the portions. are. HUGE. One fried rice order can definitely be shared amongst 2 if not 3 people. The price is extremely fair for the amount of rice you get. I loved my dish, it wasn't overly greasy, seasoned to perfect, and very filling. I will definitely be back to try other things on their menu and check out the Dupont Circle location!! I may have found one of my favs already!!

After stalking this place online and hearing about how amazing the food is from a bumber of people I had to try it for myself. I came here on a Tuesday for a happy hour with 4 coworkers and we were all equally pleased. We only had one mishap and that was towards the end, my coworker ordered sticky rice with mango to go and her portion of sticky rice was equal to a tablespoon - she expressed her disappointment and after going back and forth with the employees they gave her a refund, saying the portion size was normal and she could pay extra for more rice. She gave them back the food and got a refund. She expressed in previous visits she had gotten more rice, for that reason and then also for the service of our second waiter this is a 4 star instead of 5 star review. The food was amazing and didn't disappoint- curry puff, rocket shrimp, pork and crab dumplings, chicken satay and after school wontons. My favorites were the chicken satay and curry puffs though. I got the happy hour lychee martini and was a refreshing yet sweet drink, the lychee on the stick was Soo good to eat after I finished my drink. For my main course I wanted to step outside of my comfort zone and so I ordered the Panang curry with chicken- mild spice level. It was delicious and so different from what I typically eat. I wasn't expecting the texture to be like finely ground nuts in a curry coconut milk base, although the description said nutty curry. If it was smoother I think I would've liked it more so I'd give it a 9/10.

I had just smashed my finger before walking in and the hostess was sooo helpful! She went in the back and got me ice wrapped in a bag for my finger. Everything I ordered was really good. I'm sad I didn't have a fridge to store leftovers, so I let my friend take them. But the garlic rice w crispy shrimp and no egg was sooo good! And the herb catfish was bomb! The only thing that wasn't my favorite but was okay was the papaya salad. I will definitely be back next time I'm in Rockville!

Rockville Town Square has seen better days (hopefully will come back soon!), but this place is popular and packed in the evenings. And I see why. The ambiance is fun. The restaurant has a variety of colorful items hanging from the walls. I don't know if there's a theme connecting them all, but they are bright and colorful and fun. The service is good. Water glasses are kept full by a Staff who are diligent but not intrusive. Friendly greeting upon entry, upon being seated and when leaving. Very comfortable and nice atmosphere. Then there's the food. We usually get the curries (Massaman, Green, Red) or noodle dishes, like Pad Thai, which are good. Generous portions, served hot and nice spicing. Last night, first, the soups (have to start a Thai meal with soup!) We ordered a Tom Yum with chicken and a Tom Ka with vegetables. Both were good. Lots of chicken in the Tom Yum and a variety of large pieces of vegi in the Tom Ka. We each noticed that the soups were not very spicy or flavorful with the first spoonsful. So, we stirred the cups and then the spiciness came forth. So, I recommend you stir the soup well when you get it. Particularly for the Tom Ka (coconut broth), it got more flavorful and delicious the more I stirred, which suggests that the spices were not uniform in the broth. To try something different, we turned the menu over and tried the "Shophouse Selfies," billed as "higher rank street food dishes from Bangkok night market shophouse kitchens." We got the Shrimp Pumpkin Curry and the Southerner's Comfort (wok fried southern style karahi chicken with lime, lemongrass, with boiled egg and cucumber - spicy!) Both came with white rice. Both were delicious. They warned me about the spiciness of the Southerner's Comfort, which did take a lot of mixing with rice for me, but it was good. Between the two entrees, the shrimp dish is likely the one we would get again. Although good, the Southerner's Comfort - maybe because of the spiciness - got to be "more of the same" with each bite. On the other hand, each bite of the Shrimp Pumpkin Curry made you look forward to the next bite. The curry was rich and flavorful and there was a nice portion of shrimp. We couldn't finish either entree after the soup and are looking forward to having them for lunch. There are other good Thai restaurants in the Rockville area, but this definitely is a good one.

Wow! The scenery is amazing! How cute is this place. If you are looking for a cute lunch date place this place is it! I'm giving you my Togo review as I did Not have time to sit in to enjoy the full experience. Parking was fine. There is a garage across the street where you can park and get to the restaurant easy. When I got inside I was greeted kindly by the staff. This is the 4th time I been here with no disappointments. I realized the first month it opened I started the review but did not finish it. lol but here it is! I love their pad Thai and their friend chicken. My co-workers had the crab and shrimp dumplings and loved them! Their fried rice is tasty too! I ordered their taro dessert and I like it. You have to have an acquired taste to like that but I'm half Asian so I'm use to eating stuff like that haha. This is one of my favorite Thai places! Will come here again and again!

Fancy & Fantastic. I recommend it is one of the best Thai restaurants in my town. Thai Chef Rockville is located at Rockville Town Square, MD. I always enjoy everything from them. Food is so delicious, authentic taste and good quality, service is excellent and restaurant decoration and atmosphere are outstanding. I have been there many times and never feel upset what I got. My one favorite dish here is Tom Yum Fried Rice, so real Thai street food dish that is not easy to get from others Thai restaurants around my area. Anyway I like all their foods I tried so far. The menu has many choices from standard well-known Thai food to street vendors that some of them are different and unique. This place is so huge (there are 2nd floor and outdoor seating but not available now), and comfortable - nice place for meeting or party with family or friends. (They also serving up cocktails bar) PS. One cons of this place is no free parking close to restaurant, very limited parking meter spots, but at least there is a large garage building available near by.

Thai Chef is Rockville's best kept secret. Once you step in, you immerse yourself in a trendy and well decorated Thai place. The service on the second floor was initially "slow" where it took 8-10 minutes to be seen however the food came out quick and our server was attentive once they took our order! The food was delicious, well seasoned, great heat in terms of the chilly pepper scale and generally great atmosphere. I will be back! #yelpmdburbs If you are driving in, you can park in the street or the parking garage off of Maryland Ave.

My family and I came here for lunch. First off the Thai decorations are so BEAUTIFUL, it really is like walking into Bangkok's night festival! Place is huge with lots of seatings, and service was great! Everything we ordered is definitely authentic Thai food. I'm Laotian so I know! Drinks were delicious! I have no complaints! Would definitely love to come back here again!

If you like seafood I recommend the PoH TAK Seafood. It is similar to Ka-Pow, but has a nice seafood blend. I got spice level 4/5 and could have enjoyed the extra spicy option. Enjoy. Food comes out really fast.

Food & services were alright. Thai Fried rice needs more seasoning. Service charge was ridiculous. They charge 20% service charge for table of 4. Service charge must be based on the service we received. Will not return.

Food was insane. They do not skimp on the portions, and the flavor is incredible. Love the team support atmosphere. Pacing was really good for when plates came out, and it seemed like everyone works together to keep service flowing well. It wasn't like you were waiting for one specific person to help you. Everyone jumps in. We left so full, it's unreal, and it's a great value.

We went here today for two of our Friend and cousin's birthday. The ambience was great. The decor was very lively and instagrammable. There were so much detail in their decor that every space needs to be captured. Food: Papaya salad: not too spicy which is a bummer since i like it spicy. Rocket shrimp: not a lot of pieces but i guess it's because it's only an appetizer. Good flavor though. Curry puff: they said it was good, it was only two pieces so I didn't get to taste it. Crab fried rice: it was good. But i feel like something was missing maybe a hint of lemon? I am not too sure. Maybe i am just used to the Pf chang Crab fried rice. The Dui: pretty tasty. I loved everything about it. Service: It was okay. They asked us on time regarding food and such. Overall it was good.

Thai Chef is one of those places that have been around for a couple of years and I am kicking myself for only getting out to there now. Everything about this place is amazing. First, the décor inside is so fun: the knickknacks, the bright colors, the high ceilings, and, of course, the amazing birdcages in the sky. It's well lit with great music...that isn't blaring at 100 decibels. You're immediately drawn into the experience by the interior design. The fun and innovative drinks at the bar are reason enough to eat here but I'll let you make your own decisions about what floats your boat in this department. I am confident that you'll find something you'll love. Of course, restaurants are primarily in business for food so let me tell you that everything at our table was just right. Our orders: Crabmeat Fried Rice, Roasted Duck Curry, and Spicy Chicken Larb Salad. The Crabmeat Fried Rice was huge and perfect. I'm a big dude and a big eater and I only got about half way through this thing (yes, it heats up great the next day). It was exactly what I was looking for. The Roasted Duck Curry was really amazing. The sauce alone would be reason to come back but the duck was tender and the lychee fruit added a touch of whimsy along with a gentle soothing of the heat from the sauce. The Spicy Chicken Larb Salad makes you feel like you've got some kind of inside information about how to eat cool food. Making your own wraps turns you into the cool kid at the table. A great dish all around. I should add that I did try one of their specialty cocktails, the Fishing in Mekhong that was amazing. I'd go back to just have a couple more of these suckers! YUM! All in all this place easily scores the five stars I'm dropping. It's close to meriting the coveted TomT 6th star but I think I'm going to need a couple more visits to investigate the rest of the menu. Enjoy...and remember to look up at all the fun stuff inside.

Came here with a friend for the first time and the interior is super cute! The interior design and decor alone make it worth a visit. I ordered the Tom yum fried rice which was mildly spicy, temperature came out super hot which was nice, but wasn't able to taste the flavor as much of the dish itself. Ordered it with chicken as my protein and the chicken was a bit dry and bland. Tried their version of the margarita which was pretty good, had a unique flavor. Suggestions for improvement- Service could've been better- Server seemed impatient when we asked about menu items and had an attitude. I'd probably come back to try other menu items.

My family and I walked in, were greeted and immediately seated by the host. They were somewhat busy because the entire ground floor appeared to be occupied (we had the last table) and outside was packed. We started off with some appetizers which were the grilled pork shoulder and calamari. I think that both dishes were alright, not the best, but also not bad. I think that both were not too hard nor too chewy. I would've liked a little flavor in the calamari breaded crust, but it didn't throw off the entire dish. The pork shoulder I feel closely resembles the meat from Asian restaurants in food courts that they give out samples of. It was good, but I don't think I would order it again. Now the drunken noodles I had were pretty tasty! I love drunken noodles so I'm picky about it. I'm happy to report that I was completely satisfied and also had some leftovers to take home. Like most other Thai restaurants, I like that we are able to adjust spice level here. It was my dad's birthday that day which he just mentioned in passing to our host. After we finished eating, we were surprised with complimentary ice cream! It was very thoughtful of them to do that for us. It had a candle and Thai flag. The portion was generous enough for the four of us. The drinks we had were good too. The decor is fun and vibrant. The overall ambiance of the restaurant was fun, casual but also nice. I enjoyed my experience here and will be coming back!

I got the pork D.U.I and I loved it! I found it to be the perfect amount of kick without it being too spicy and the pork made the dish more juicy. I liked the sauce and the vegetables especially the tomatoes (which usually I'm not the biggest fan of them). Also reasonably priced with $16 with good service and it was beautiful inside the restaurant. This might be my favorite drunken noodles in Rockville.

Thai Chef is sooo good!! I first tried their location in dupont circle..and quickly found out that there was a 2nd location near me. Their food is consistently delicious...except for the occasional lack of spiciness despite the description on the menu..this place is my thai go-to. Pad thai is a favorite among a few of my friends, but i personally love their clay pot noodles, tom yum fried rice (only offered at this location), veg curry puffs, and the after school wontons. Even though I never dined-in, my takeaway orders are always packaged well and neatly..and the containers are reusable and recyclable. Overall, highly recommend!

The vibrant decor and vast drink and food options makes this y favorite Thai food in the DMV. There is both indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating is very nice as it's located in the vibrant Rockville Town Square. Although I would say that the indoor seating in this case may actually be better because of all of the colors, and unique decor. I started out with the lychee drink because I felt like treating myself a little bit. This is one of just many non-alcoholic drinks, and juices that they have. My table also had the wings and the chicken satay which were both really good. The sauces that came with them were actually fantastic. For my meal I had the chicken pad si-yu. It was very delicious and the portion was big enough that I have leftovers for the following day. I can't wait to go back.

Wow! Delicious food! A friend recommended trying out Thai Chef and she was spot on. The food was flavorful, fresh, and delicious. The decor was so fun and the servers were super attentive. Overall, a great experience. I started with a Thai iced tea and my dining companion got the fresh limeade mixed with iced tea. Both were excellent. We got the chicken satay as a starter. Oh my! You gotta get this. This is honestly the first time I've ever had satay that wasn't tough. Instead, the chicken was tender and amazingly spiced. It came with a side of peanut sauce and sweet-and-sour sauce. Honestly, neither one of those was needed because the chicken was so good on its own. However, both the sauces were excellent. My friend got the panang curry and I got the weeping tiger steak salad. The server asked if I was OK with it spicy - in retrospect, I probably should've said have dialed it down a notch. I added the sticky rice as a side. The beef was super tender and so delicious. A little spicy for me, but again, my fault. The sticky rice was a good accompaniment but part of it was undercooked and a bit crunchy. I wish I kept the satay sauces to use my rice - next time. My friend loved her curry. Really, really great all round!

Finally made it to THAI CHEF restaurant!! Decided to pick this place to celebrate my sister's birthday. We came as a group of 5. Let's just start off by saying this place is truly beautiful inside, like breathtaking and full of vibrant colors everywhere. 2 levels and extremely spacious with a lot of room for big or small groups. Well deigned, unique and clean. Appetizers - We ordered the Rocket Shrimp ($9) which was ok, it was good but not mind blowing. Crispy Spring Roll which was ok as well. But the After School Wontons ($7) OMG!!! These were BOMB!!!!! The best Crab rangoons we ever had, like so good we had to order more but they were addicting. Drinks- Thai Iced Tea ($4) - Very good and as expected. Pandan-Mic ($13) - Very strong and way smaller glass/drink than you would expect. Green Pineapple ($8) {Mocktail} - By far the BEST drink we had and there was NO alcohol, so good we ended up getting 3 lol. Will get again when I come back :) Entrees - Classic Fried Rice - This was good from what I heard but nothing to brag about (maybe bc it was plain and prob needed an added protein but I didn't order so I ain't mad lol. Crabmeat Fried Rice (with Crisy Shrimp)- $22 (STEAL) This was AMAZING especially with the added Fresh LUMP Crabmeat, the only thing needed was a sauce or some other season to make it perfect. In my opinion, the sauce in the kapow definitely would've complimented this rice dish to a whole new level. Shrimp Kapow - This came with white rice, shrimp and green beans in a savory spicy garlic sauce and topped off with a fried egg. By far my favorite dish, well seasoned and this whole plate was satisfying. The D.U.I (with Shrimp) - Very spicy and seasoned dish noodles along with the shrimp. This is nothing to play with, I see why this was named DUI lol, this isn't for the weak. Last, they brought out a delicious coconut ice cream dessert (several scoops) with lit candles and had Happy Birthday music playing in the background which was so different and cute. This tasted sooooo good and wasn't heavy at all but instead slightly sweet and refreshing. Price/Value - Their food was way cheaper than expected and worth every penny. Affordable with great portion sizes. Customer Service - Great! Everyone was attentive and did a great job of making this a great experience. Parking - If you're LUCKY to find street parking be prepared to pay for a meter or use ParkMobile. Or there's garage parking nearby which isn't FREE either.

We selected Thai Chef for Mother's Day and had a pleasant experience. As expected, there was a wait of 30 minutes, and delightfully, at 30 minutes we received a call that our table was ready. The food was good. My daughter ordered the Penang Curry with tofu, and I got the pad see ew with tofu. Both dishes were really yummy, and we'd get either again. We asked for the curry to be mild, and it was, but it maintained a solid flavor profile. My daughter got the red lychee drink. This one wasn't a huge hit. It didn't let the lychee shine and kind of covered that flavor. My Thai tea was great, though. Four stars are not five because we waited 15 minutes for the check before giving up and going to the hostess. I think the server forgot about us. All in all, I'd say give them a go. They are great for vegans and vegetarians. The menu is clearly marked with what can be prepared vegan, and that is greatly appreciated. The decor is also fun and pleasing to the eye.

Thai Chef is a vibrant Thai restaurant with funky decor and fantastic food! It's located right next to a cute outdoor courtyard, and while we were there kids were doing a free dance class. Parking was super easy and free at the parking garage two minutes away. They had a fun list of cocktails with unique flavors. I ordered the Fishing in Mekhong and it was SO good. The Thai tea and coconut rum was a perfect combination, and it even came with a cute little fish made out of straws! For most of the dishes you could substitute the meat with vegetables or tofu, so this is perfect for vegetarians. For dinner, I had the basil fried rice with tofu. It was delicious and slightly sweet with all the basil. My friend ordered the tom yum fried rice, which was also amazing. They give huge portions!

Yum! Great Thai food, delicious drinks and good vibes here. I went here with family to celebrate my mom's birthday. They take reservations over the phone. For appetizers, I got to try the calamari and pork and crab dumplings. Although the portions were small, they were both really delicious. The calamari was light and crispy, not too much batter. The dumplings were stuffed and juicy. I ordered the green curry, which came with a side of rice, for my entree. The curry had thin slices of beef and plenty of veggies. I liked the curry broth; it was very flavorful. However, I wish they asked how spicy I wanted it. Some Thai places like Kiin Imm do this, so I wish they had this option as well. All in all, food was good but a bit pricier than other Thai restaurants in the area. As for drinks, definitely try the cocktails! They are delicious. I got Fishing in Mekong which tasted like spiked Thai tea. The service was ok, a bit slow. I only saw like 2 servers walking around although it was pretty busy. Keep in mind that they have automatic gratuity for parties of 5 or more. I would definitely come here again, but maybe for Happy Hour.

Beautiful restaurant with colorful decorations and lively people. We set a reservation for 7:00 for a Tuesday night, where it was quite busy, but still had some available seating. After getting seated the waitress provided us water very quickly. They were also very patient because they allowed us to wait for the rest of our party who was a little late. After the rest of our party arrived it took some time to grab our servers attention when we were ready to order. The food and drinks took a bit of time to come out, but not too late. The food was very delicious and very spicy. I'm not sure if you can adjust the spiciness, but if you like it very spicy, this is the place. I order the DUI (drunken noodles) and accompanied it with some Singha beer. The portions were decent, coming with a lot of noodles, peppers, and onions but there was not too much beef in the dish. The Singha beer was nice and light, which I enjoyed. I tried a bit of my wife's cocktail and it was very delicious. Hard to give this place a 4 but I think the spiciness kinda overtook my taste buds and the price point was a little on the higher side for Thai food. I'm willing to go again and try something less spicy and order my own cocktail to rethink my score.

Hands down the best pad see ew I've had in Maryland, this is a must order. I can have this entire dish myself tbh. The service here is great and very accommodating. It's a very colorful and vibrant restaurant with a lot of energy. I'd recommend this spot and can't wait to go back for more noodles!

We heard so much about Thai Chef for so long and we finally made it. It lived up to the hype in some respects but in others we were disappointed. Still, not so disappointed that we wouldn't come back to try other dishes. We started of course with drinks and while I love a good lychee drink purple rain has more lychee you can see but not taste, which was a bummer. The elderflower old fashioned was better and the first elderflower drink hubby has liked! Curry puff has a delish flaky crust but could use some spice in the filling. Better to opt for the chicken satay for an app which is cooked perfectly and comes with a nearly perfect dipping sauce. Vegan pad thai (which I LOVE how easy they made it to identify vegan items) had the sweet and sour flavors down, but they overpowered the other flavors. Add some hot sauce for sure to balance it all. Good portion size overall and a good amount of vegetables. Hubby got Crabmeat fried rice and was sadly disappointed. It was just too much egg. Definitely need to mix the whole bowl really well to get flavor and even then you need to ask for hot sauce to get some kick. Not much crab, either just more egg and carrots. We finished with Mango sticky rice. They used fresh mango which was so lovely. Very comforting and a good mix of flavors and textures with the crunchy mung beans and creamy, milky sauce. A winner and a classic for a reason. They have created a very pretty interior with flowers, bird cages, lanterns, and a really cute auto replica. Homey, flowery, nostalgia inducing tableware completes the vibe. They were a bit slow to get the check to us in the end but service was so attentive throughout that we didn't really mind. As I said, I'd like to try once more and maybe go for the curries and see if we can strike gold there.

The vibrant colors and and whimsical decor of Thai Chef had me excited to try some Bangkok inspired street food. I had the opportunity to listen to the owner explain the menu and being treated to a plethora of yummy dishes that ranged from crispy spring rolls to chicken satay. The hand crafted drinks were a piece of art on their own. Offering mock tails & cocktails and you know I had to try one of both!

This is always a lovely spot with cute decor. Likely) the best drunken noodles I've had. I tried it with beef and it did not disappoint. Super yum!

Great food and quick service! Pad See Ew is amazing. Fantastic atmosphere. Staff very friendly and very clean.

An OK experience at Thai Chef in Rockville. I ordered the Crab Fried Rice and Beef Fried Rice. Both were delicious however not as flavorful as I expected for Thai fried rice. The crab fried rice unfortunately lacked necessary flavor. The food certainly seemed fresh however it could have benefited from some kind of spice to brighten the flavor. I was pleased that jumbo lump crab meat was used however disappointed that such large pieces of crab were used and unaccompanied by flavor. I also appreciate he fact that a large portion of scrambled eggs was added to the rice. It could have been an off day so certainly I will try them again. The ambiance is very beautiful and there is plenty seating available indoors. I believe there is also outdoor seating however considering it is still early spring I don't believe outdoor seating is set up yet. I'll give them another try to experience their other dishes. Give them a try.

Visited this restaurant due to @dmvfoodie Instagram post. Once again @dmvfoodie was right. The food was delicious and the restaurant is colorful and beautiful. Surprisingly it was nice and quiet as well & not overcrowded. My party ordered for appetizer the Thai Chef chicken wings, pork and crab dumplings, and the Koki calamari. All items were freshly cooked and delicious. My favorite out of the three was the calamari. I ordered the Catfish in Herb Garden as an entree. The herb garden salad on top of the catfish is something out of this world. I am obsessed with it and couldn't get enough. The mango with sticky rice was good for a dessert. Customer service was great. Definitely recommend it.

This is the 2nd time this year. Thia time there was a 30-minute wait time. It was street parking, which only allowed 1 hour parking at a time. If you use the park mobile app, it was only one 1-hour allowed using the app. FYI there was a parking garage in the vicinity. We ordered 3 of the same dishes and a different one. Like the first experience, it was solid. The food and service were consistent. The shrimp pumpkin curry is our favorite. The garlic chive cake appetizer was tasty, and the texture was perfect. Not too gummy like others thai places. The claypot noodles dish, although a bit on the small side, was good. It had a decent amount of lump crab meat and shrimp ratio. The peppery garlic fried rice, which comes with 4 fried shrimp, was not bad. It was very basic with egg, garlic, green onion, and 4 fried shrimp. There wasn't a wow factor. Service was on point like the last time.All staff we encountered were warm and hospitable. The decor was quaint. Loved the tuk-tuk at the front.

The chicken panang curry was mediocre. The chicken was a bit dry and the veggies unoriginal. The curry tasted fine, not amazing. I'd definitely order something else next time.

I'm not sure why this place has so many 5 star reviews.... I guess I ordered the wrong dishes. I went here with my gf for dinner at 5pm and there were only two other tables inside the restaurant. The decor was interesting and quite spacious inside. We ordered the calamari as an appetizer and ice tea and a Thai tea. Both drinks were good. The calamari was nothing to rave about. Very crispy but lacks any kind of flavor even though the menu boasts TC seasoning. My gf ordered the classic pad Thai and I ordered the staff favorite peppery shrimp fried rice. I've eaten at quite a lot of Thai restaurants in the area and this is my first and last time here. The pad Thai was so sweet and no flavor. Thai food is suppose to be a burst of flavor but this pad Thai was just pure sugar. My "Staff Favorite" shrimp fried rice was so bland! Why was it their favorite. There was no flavor at all. I had to ask for chili peppers and siracha just to give it some little flavor. For dessert.... Mango sticky rice! Unfortunately I was expecting sweet sticky rice and mango.... Ugh. I was so disappointed. The sticky rice was not sweet and the mango was ripe but not sweet. I was excited about this restaurant but it failed. We had like 3 different waiters so I never knew who to ask for something. I never got a refill on my tea either. I feel like this younger generation do not know how to properly wait on tables. It was a good learning experience. The restaurant is located in a nice area.

Such a cute and whimsical restaurant with delicious food! Ambiance-- My dinner guest and I walked in around 8 PM on a Wednesday evening we were immediately greeted and seated. The restaurant itself is so bright and colorful there's decorations and are all over the walls lanterns on the ceilings very very cute. Service-- Our waiter was friendly. Once we put in our order in for our drinks and appetizers he read our order back to us to confirm accuracy. The food came out fast but we had enough time to enjoy our appetizers without feeling rushed. When it was "last call" they made sure to tell us and give us a few minutes to survey the drink menu. Food-- We split the Rocket Shrimp (4) which was flakey and warm. I also had the Papaya Salad which was tangy with just a hint of spice. The salad dressing was really something special and I appreciated the bed of romaine lettuce on the bottom that really soaked the dressing up. Note: there's whole peanuts as garnish, so be mindful if you have a sensitivity. For entrees, I had the Shophouse fried rice with Chinese sausage. The patter size was large and definitely enough to share. My date had the Panang Curry which is peanut and coconut based. So good! It reminded me of a West African peanut soup I grew up eating. So warm and rich. For drinks: I tried Lavender Haze cocktails and Thai Basil Gimlet. Both gin based. They were mixed and presented beautifully.

We really enjoyed the decor of this restaurant, and they were busy for a restaurant that is fairly new. It is important to note that they don't take reservations, so I'd recommend coming here a little early, especially on weekend nights. We were able to get drinks while we waited for our table which doesn't seem like it's typically an option since the server checked with the bartender first, but we appreciated that while we waited for around 45 minutes. The drinks were Thai twists on classic drinks (IE: Elderflower Old Fashioned) and pretty tasty. We got several appetizers (Curry Puff, Spring Rolls, Calamari, and Rocket Shrimp) and they were all tasty - especially the Curry Puff, but the portion sizes are pretty small so if you have a larger group, you may need to order multiples since we had to cut them up for our group of 5. Also, several people's dishes were tasty but mine (Southerners Comfort) was extremely spicy - to the point where I couldn't even eat it (and I can actually take pretty spicy food since I grew up eating Indian food). The menu did warn that this was spicy, but everyone (all of whom can also tolerate spicy food) tried my food and couldn't even have more than a bite of it. Also, there wasn't really anything on the dish that helps with the spiciness, as it was just served with plain rice. If they were able to dial it back a little or offer an adjustment there, a lot more people would be able to enjoy that dish.

I am already planning my next visit and cannot stop thinking about the seasonal Dish: Pumpkin Curry w Shrimp. The flavor in this dish was delicious- a little sweetness from the pumpkin and a nice kick to balance it out. We also ordered the Rangoon - it was exactly what you expect to get - no bells and whistles but a solid appetizer. The Thai Tea was not too sweet and again, delicious. My friend ordered the Braised Beef to try something different but she would not Order it again. You already know what I am getting...(she ended up stealing some of my curry and putting it on the beef - it was lacking a sauce for sure! (They did have a dipping sauce but it just didn't work together for us). The only pictures you will see are of the adorable interior. We were hungry! It's colorful and festive and great place to bring visitors!

The quality of food compared to the last Thai restaurant in this spot greatly improved. I recommend the DUI (drunken noodles) with fried tofu. SO delicious and my go-to! Every appetizer I've had has been delightful. Feels close to my moms cooking (she is Thai). Many vegetarian friendly options. Ambiance is so eccentric and color and cool! I'm knocking a star down because my boyfriend has a really bad nut allergy and it was difficult to get reassurance from the waitress that certain things were nut-free. We also asked if the chef could cook his 1 dish on a separate pan. They kept responding with "I think so" but never came back to let us know. It ruined our dining experience with our group of friends because the whole time everyone was concerned he wouldn't be okay and we couldn't enjoy our food. We even let the waitress know that if they cannot accommodate we are okay with going somewhere else and we would not be upset. Overall, he just won't be dining there. Anyone that can eat all kinds of foods- I recommend!

Thai Chef is been on our list for places to try and we finally made it here for dinner this past weekend. The place was not very busy on a rainy Sunday evening, tho they had a steady stream of take out orders. This restaurant is in the middle of Rockville Town Square near parking garages A and B. The decor of the restaurant is very welcoming and they have done a good job recreating a street vibe in Thailand. The menu has a nice mix of traditional Thai dishes found in American Thai restaurants along with a few unique dishes. Service was good and quick as well. Here is food review: Cocktails and drinks were very good. We ordered Lychee juice, Thai Iced Tea, Gimlet. Appetizers: Tom Yum soup with shrimp - perfect amount of kick and tartness that made it very good! Rocket Shrimp - perfect bite size crunchy delight Pork and Crab Dumpling - it was so good that kids did not want to share it with the adults! Main course: Peppery Garlic Fried Rice - nice smokey flavor with generous sized Shrimp Ka-Pow with beef - well cooked beef in yummy sauce Pad Si-Yu with chicken - this was a bit of a miss. Chicken was tender and cooked well, but the dish was missing an oomph, that smoked umami flavor that I was looking for. Dessert: Mango and Sticky Rice - sweet canned? Mango with delicious stick rice. Definitely a place to come again and again!

Saw that this place was on the list for some of the best Thai food in the area so we decided to give it a try. Boy were they not wrong! Firstly, the place is so colorful and nicely decorated. Our waitress was also very friendly and helpful even with it being so busy. We got the Chicken Pad Thai, Pineapple Fried Rice, and Spicy Eggplant. The pad Thai was so flavorful and delicious. The fried rice was cooked to perfection and so buttery. The eggplant was also amazing and not too spicy! The people next to us also ended up ordering the same things because it looked so appetizing. The only thing was we couldn't drink the water since it did taste a little funky so we got their Thai Tea and a soda which were great. Overall, one of the best Thai restaurants I've been to! :)

I have been seeing this restaurant all over social media because of their super cute decor. I came with my friend on a Monday night and was quickly sat. I got the roasted duck curry and my friend got the catfish dry curry. My usual go to at Thai restaurants is the drunken noodles, so I was so excited that I decided to branch out. The flavor of the duck curry was delicious. It was a little bit too sweet to my liking. But there were so many flavors. The duck was also cooked perfectly. It was super tender. I was pleasantly surprised. I tried out my catfish, dry curry. That was also very good. The catfish was cooked well and had so much flavor. I ordered some takeout for my boyfriend to try at home. He got the garlic, fried rice and the chicken satay. I didn't get to try a lot of it, but he really enjoyed it. Thai chef off some pretty solid Thai food. I'm so glad that I was able to try out this restaurant. They also have a lot of other unique street food items that I can't wait to go back and try them out.