Thai Smile Palm Springs

Good Thai food! I enjoyed my infernal noodles (a pad kee mao with chow mein noodles). It was nice to have the chili flakes, chilies in vinegar, etc. to be able to make it spicier. We also enjoyed the wings. My partner liked his pad thai.

We ordered chicken wings, two different noodle dishes and mango sticky rice as dessert. Everything tasted delicious and in generous portions. Service was friendly and tentative. Very good restaurant in Palm Springs downtown!

Pad Thai (lunch special) was served with white rice. I have never seen a noodle dish served with rice before, but the lady explained, it is because of the lunch menu. Everything from that menu is served with rice. Tastewise the Pad Thai was good. Not excellent but OK. The temperature is pretty cool inside, bring a jumper if you are sensitive.

Great lunch specials that are served fast, so perfect for being at conference at the convention center and wanting to eat away from the conferences incredible service. Nice atmosphere with indoor outdoor seating

Excellent attention from server Fern. She could answer all my questions about ingredients of different dishes and my questions are annoyingly specific. Thoughtfully sent us on our way with to-go Thai ice tea. Food was very flavorful without loosing the distinct flavors. Lunch menu was a great bargain too

Conveniently located Thai restaurant that is open later than many other dinner places in the city. Decor is beautiful but feels dated and appears to be needing some TLC. Staff was friendly and the service here was fast. We ordered a few things and no complaints about taste or the quantity. My husband liked the Lemongrass Chicken. I liked vegetarian dumplings. Pad Kee Mao was good too with plenty of veggies.

Absolutely delish!! Ranked up there with my favorite Thai restaurant back home . Pad sew was amazing...green curry has bell peppers and I wasn't use to that but a nice change. Garlic chicken 👍🏽👍🏽. Frosty mug cold beers 🍻. Nice and fast service. A/C worked well. Outdoor patio dining. What appeared to be a full bar. I'd absolutely come back.

Awesome food! The Tom Yum soup was perfectly balanced, tangy and spicy. The main dishes were excellent, with just the right amount of spice, all freshly prepared and generously portioned. It all ended on a high note with superb mango sticky rice—the mango was perfectly ripe, not raw. Great service, highly recommend.

The food was great, everyone was nice. I ended up getting the Tom Yum hotpot which was mindblowingly good. Everyone here was helpful with the menu. I had been here a few times in the past, but it's been a while. The place was clean, and the wait time was low.

As a local, I grew up going to Thai Smile. It was long known as some of the best Thai food in the desert, and even as new spots opened over the years, it still held a strong reputation among people in the valley. I understand inflation is real and prices are rising everywhere, but with higher prices you don't expect portion sizes or quality to decline. Unfortunately, that's exactly what we experienced when we ordered on Christmas night. We knew many restaurants were closed, so we were excited to see Thai Smile was open and decided to order delivery. For three people, our total came to $105. While that's steep, we assumed we'd get at least two meals each, as we always had in the past. We ordered a large tom kha soup, pad thai, kung pao shrimp, and shrimp rolls wrapped in rice paper. When the food arrived, we were genuinely confused. The kung pao shrimp had about eight shrimp total, mostly mixed with vegetables. The shrimp rolls were messy and primarily filled with vegetables, with very little shrimp. The soup was good and properly portioned, but even the pad thai wasn't enough for a single leftover. None of us are big eaters, and we used to consistently get multiple meals out of leftovers here. Beyond the portion sizes, the overall quality just wasn't there. The food tasted rushed, the flavors were inconsistent, and it was clear that whoever was cooking that night was not putting in the care this place used to be known for. I understand costs increase, but when prices go up and portion size and quality go down at the same time, it makes it very difficult to want to return.

"Thai Frown: The Saga Continues" I've tried--honestly tried--to forgive and forget the many health-department closures, thinking maybe this time they'd figured it out. You know, new chapter, clean slate, no mysterious "violations." But alas... yesterday's lunch was the final straw (and yes, it probably had germs on it). I came in wanting a simple table to see my friends walk in. Dulce, our server, apparently thought visibility was a luxury reserved for the elite or the well-dressed, because I got planted dead-center in the room like a forgotten salad. My friend immediately ignored the seating dictatorship and slid into one of the four empty booths we weren't "qualified" for--maybe booths are only for people not wearing T-shirts, or perhaps my being white threw off their feng shui. Hard to say. Anyway, my friend wanted to savor an appetizer and take his time, but Dulce clearly wanted this lunch over faster than the health inspector's last visit. She insisted on taking all the orders at once, as if appetizers were mythical creatures that vanish if not chased immediately. Then my other friend asked--politely--if there were any soups that were just broth. Dolce's answer? "We have lots of soups." Then she walked away. A minimalist response for a minimalist broth, I guess. At this point, Google "Thai restaurants Palm Springs." You'll find several within walking distance--each with amazing food, clean facilities, and no recurring date nights with the health department. It's time for Thai Smile to accept what the rest of us already have: this place should just close for good. Maybe even demolish it. Build something fresh--like a parking lot, or maybe a shrine to "What Could've Been."

I've been struggling with what to give as a rating for this Thai smile location in Palm Springs. Having grown up in the desert, I have had my share of Thai smile from all of their locations across the Coachella Valley. Normally, I would go for the pad Thai as my number one dish of choice, but I decided to venture out and try out their drunken noodles. Something that I appreciate about Thai restaurants, or any restaurant that works with a walk of some sort is the taste of the fire from the walk, which is almost impossible for me to re-create at home on my own stove. However, this dish was a little lackluster in the flavor and tasted like something that I might've concocted in my own kitchen. Was it bad not at all but it was it great? No. I spoke with my Party, and we all felt the same that it wasn't bad and clearly edible just wasn't what we would expect from a restaurant. Normally I would stuff myself on the plate, but I found myself eating maybe 20% and then putting the rest away in need to go box which is saying something. Great marks to our server who was kind and attentive to the table, making sure that she was reaching us for our order and offering drink refills . We came in on a Sunday evening and walked into a table without having to wait, which was a plus. The restroom was busy so we were unable to use it. Our expectations were met in the sense of we wanted to sit down and we wanted to eat something, but that was about where it ended. Nothing was necessarily bad, but nothing was good either just OK. I might not come back to this location as this is the second time I've had this reaction to the food and flavors . Palm Springs has a ton of amazing Thai spots to try and check out so this one might just be on the back burner for those out of town tourists. The fact that I didn't take any photos of the food should tell you enough on presentation. A little sad and disappointed, but not every place is going to be a rockstar.

I used to visit Palm Springs often when I was in college. It was a party town for us. I was catching a flight home and decided to look for some lunch. Right in downtown is Thai Smile, the restaurant is in the corner. There is a parking lot on the side, however it's some walking distance. They share the lot with other businesses and there's alot of people out. They have a big menu and cocktails, also lunch specials. I decided to get the spicy basil lunch special with side salad. Delicious lunch, wished that I had more time to explore.

Since we came back for our annual bowling tournament, we had to come back and enjoy the food here again. It's a medium to large size restaurant that offer's patio seating. We opted to sit outside and dine since the weather was so perfect this time of year. Our server was friendly & professional and took our drink orders upon seating. Once he delivered the drinks he took our food orders. Since I am on a low carb diet, i chose to have the satay chicken appetizer & fresh shrimp spring rolls again. Some of the best satay chicken I've ever had and their spring rolls are a good size portion. Also they have some of the best peanut sauce, that I like and prefer. Everything is a great value & portions for the price. I always enjoy dining here when we are in town.

Always a winner. I have to say we actually enjoyed eating in this last them, as opposed to takeout. It was better inside. We go every time we're in town. Very predictably good.

Good service. Nothing special, but lots on the menu to choose from. Prices were average to high. Street parking. Cute area that it's located downtown. Overall plenty of seating for large and small groups. Happy eating.

YELP SHORT ANSWER: First time here, very nice experience on a busy day. LOCATION: Near everything with a lot of parking options. So find a spot to park , walk, and explore some of PS. FACILITY: Traditional inside, nice buildout but a little dated but totally functional and very clean. MENU: A lot to take in for me, similar confusion with all my visits to Thai restaurants but I asked questions and found exactly what I was looking for. FOOD PREP: Very nice and seemed consistent, they know their craft and present a casual plated meal. I have had some exceptional fancy Thai experiences but that food was just okay, not at Thai Smile they let their food and service speak for themselves. Great food here. FOOD QUALITY: Excellent ! WAITSTAFF: So nice, our lady was very kind and happy... which made our experience all that much better. OVERALL VALUE: A bit expensive but it the current reality of costs associated with running a restaurant in PS. TIP: Try even if you're not fluent in Thai cuisine, ask questions and have fun. This place seems to get busy after the main drag starts filling up, prior to 11:30am seems to have seating on weekends.

Really solid Thai food spot in Palm Springs. The place is clean, spacious, and everything we ordered tasted legit -- wait staff here is super friendly and actually themselves thai. We got the pad thai and a curry, both were flavorful and loaded with protein. Portions aren't huge, but they're fair for the price, and they throw in a soup or salad to start plus complimentary Thai tea, which was a nice surprise -- I've honestly never seen that at a Thai place before. They even offer lunch specials on weekends, which is great if you're just looking for a good, affordable meal without dealing with the usual overpriced tourist stuff. Definitely a solid choice if you want good Asian food in the area.

I have enjoyed Thai smile and have lovely memories here. While back home, visiting from Spokane, I thought why not THE Thai smile... food portions decreased... more veggies than protein but a plate is no less than $25?? It's becoming the next china 8. I ordered a mango sticky rice, to my astonishment about $12 AND A MANGO SLICE. Dare I say 1/8 of a mango... how is this okay??

I should have read the review before coming here because for Thai restaurant with a Yelp less than 4 is a red flag. Yet, we came here anyway since we did not have many options around the area. The restaurant decor was good and the staff was very polite. The food came out quickly. As for the food, the Tom Ka was too sweet for a Thai soup. They added too much mushroom. The chicken wings were okay. The papaya salad was okay but I which it was more flavorful. The price was definitely too high. The food was too Americanized because the taste was sweet-based. Overall, I don't recommend the place much.

This is an easy-to-find corner restaurant with plenty of parking behind it. They always greet me at the door and seating is plentiful. Service is good and efficient. The food is good, so you cannot go wrong here. They will certainly spice it up as you like it, so don't be shy to ask for it like you want it. Enjoy this Thai food, and Smile!

Conveniently located Thai restaurant that is open later than many other dinner places in the city. Decor is beautiful but feels dated and appears to be needing some TLC. Staff was friendly and the service here was fast. We ordered a few things and no complaints about taste or the quantity. My husband liked the Lemongrass Chicken. I liked vegetarian dumplings. Pad Kee Mao was good too with plenty of veggies.

Hands down one of my favorite Thai restaurants ever. Even after moving to Washington, I still crave this place like crazy. Every time I fly into Palm Springs, it's my first stop before I do anything else. I dream about their salads with peanut dressing, the Tom Yum Kai soup, and that Kung Pao chicken. It's just that good.

Had dinner at Thai Smile on a Tuesday night during my Palm Springs vacation. I was looking forward to it all day because I hadn't had Thai food in a long time. We didn't have a reservation but were seated immediately on the patio. I ordered the yellow curry chicken with a mild spice level and brown rice. It was excellent. Lots of chicken and veggies, including onions, my favorite. My only tiny complaint is the snow peas were tough to chew. My sister ordered the Tom Kha Gai coconut soup with a mild spice level, but they brought her a bowl of Tom Yum Kai. She ate it anyway and liked it. We shared an appetizer, the steamed dumplings. Ooh, they were so good. Loved the dipping sauce.

The place - a clean medium size restaurant with outdoor patio searing. When a convention is in town, this place and all others nearby are very crowded. Parking is free but can be difficult. The vibe: Lots of locals and tourist including families. Very busy take out. A lot of booths which is what I like. Not particularly loud. The place was clean and they had a men's and women's bathroom but only one person at a time. You'll occasionally see some people walking by on the street in drag! They're on a corner with good people watching. The food: They have the typical Thai Food which are good including the Pad Thai. But they also have some Chinese dishes like Orange Chicken and Mongolian Beef. Portion size is good but more pricey than similar restaurants in Orange County (my Mongolian Beef plate, as well as the Shrimp Pad Thai of my friend, both big enough for two, were about $25 each (got to take the beef home for lunch the next day, Pad Thai doesn't travel well so we left some of it. Service - I've been here several times. On a recent Thursday night, there was only one wait person on our side but several expediters. On the night we went, it was the weekly Palm Springs Thursday night festival so it got crowded and it took awhile to get our check. Food came out quickly though. Refills on coke were timely. The waitress put my leftovers in a plastic box. She was very friendly. Overall - A pleasant experience with good food, though their Thai dishes More pricey every year, like most places. 3.5 stars rounded to 4.

We were visiting from out of town with two starving kids and a dog in tow. We were happy to find a Thai restaurant with outdoor seating. We were seated promptly but service was extremely slow and we felt ignored. We had to ask 3 staff to finally have someone take our order. Then another 20 minutes for the soup/salad to come then another 20 minutes for the entrees. We enjoyed our food but would not recommend this place if you are hungry or in a hurry.

Just off the main drag of Palm Springs is Thai Smile. Indoor and outdoor seating, super friendly service, and a casual ambiance. It wasn't busy when we went to eat there, but the inside was completely full. Our table of four was quickly seated and within minutes our drink order was in. The food is good. A solid yummy score. My veggies were not over cooked, but were perfectly cooked and seasoned. Lettuce wraps for an appetizer was a great choice. Four of us shared it with no regrets There is street parking in front and a large parking lot in the back. I usually try to post pictures of my food, but I was so hungry and it looked, and tasted so good, I just jumped into consumption mode. Sorry, I guess you just need to visit yourselves.

Below average quality and WAY overpriced Ordered a shrimp papaya salad for 19.95 and it came with 2 shrimp

Thai Smile for the lunch time win . Lots of seats, fast efficient service, and staff. Lunch specials have a nice variety to chose from. Lunch special includes a salad(peanut dressing) or soup, the main dish, and an iced tea. I went with the Red Mountain and I am completely satisfied.

Underwhelmed. Ordered food for take-away. The menu felt more like Americanized Chines / Asian takeout than Thai cuisine -- many dishes resembled Panda Express-style items. The food was brought out within two minutes, which made it feel pre-prepared rather than freshly cooked. I will not return!

I am disgusted with the management at this establishment and will never eat here again! My fiancée took me and two friends here for a nice dinner few nights ago. (Total bill came to aprox. $140) One of our friends had to return her food because she said it tasted "off". As we were leaving she began feeling sick to her stomach and ended up getting very sick all night long. I called that same evening to report what was happening - I didn't want anyone else to get sick. The manager, (Andy), )did not sound concerned and I felt he dismissed our complaint. My friend was so sick, we decided to try speaking to Andy in person and drove back there before they closed. Andy was awful! He thought taking the price of my friend's dish off our bill should be enough action on his part . No concern , no apology, and I know he kept serving the same dish that night because I asked and he didn't deny it. He tried making every excuse he could think to avoid responsibility and even said it was probably because our friend wasn't use to Asian food - he was very surprised to hear that she is actually from Thailand herself! I am sorry, but I must include the WORST part of this story .... The conversation ended after Andy actually picked his nose while speaking to us! That was a wrap! As we rushed to leave I told him I would be calling the health department which I did the next morning. What a shame! So many nice people work at this restaurant and I wish them no ill will but I felt obligated to post what happened - food poisoning is no joke! Update: my friend recovered about 36 hours later - thank god she is young and in good health otherwise the outcome could have been far worse! I have orders take out from this restaurant before - the yellow curry was great but the chow mein was questionable.

Food is pre made and overpriced. We had take-out. So no service was provided. Ambiance of the restaurant is a bit dated and the whole experience is overrated.

Thai Smile was such a great find! I started with a cup of Tom Kha Gai and immediately regretted not getting the hot pot size--it was that good! The flavors were rich, comforting, and absolutely delicious. The Pad See Ew was perfectly cooked, with just the right balance of flavors, and the Panang curry had a bit of an unexpected kick but was still incredibly tasty--rich, creamy, and full of depth. I'd go back here in a heartbeat any day! If you're craving flavorful, well-executed Thai food, this place is definitely worth a visit.

Thai Smile is a delicious place for lunch or dinner! The Tom Yum Kai hotpot is amazing & the curries are soooo good. We've been going there for years and have never had a bad experience or meal. Good sized portions on everything. Everyone is always super friendly, but Terri is an absolute gem! She's been there for a long time & is the sweetest there is! The restaurant is convenient located & easy to walk to from downtown. Definitely worth checking out!

Excellent food, customer service and ambiance. We had the Pai Thai noodles and it was so delicious. Definitely recommend.

I ordered off the lunch special menu a dish called a Delight of Two. The two consisted of chicken and shrimp with vegetables. It also came with a soup which was pretty tasty. The wait staff were very friendly and attentive. My iced tea was refilled all the time and received my food in an expedient manner. As far as the ambiance, there wasn't anything that stood out except that they actually had a bar.

Awesome lunch deal -- an entree, iced tea and your choice of a side salad or soup -- paired with great service and a nice atmosphere equal no complaints here! Try to paid thai, it's delicious.

Good - consistent quality! The fired pork appetizer- chefs fried rice with shrimp, chicken beef and the chicken pad Thai. All you need is one Mai Thai - yum. Can get real busy during big weekends and snowbird season!

I order tom yom it was small portion and only 4 peace sea food lots of tomatoes and raw mushrooms,sea food and mushrooms not cooked and it was sweet not hot and sour ,not any ginger or lemon grass. And their dishes dirty and not clean and asked for change.

Thai Smile used to be my very favorite Thai restaurant but to spend $29 for this Pad Thai dish with 2 Shrimp and 3 pieces of chicken barely any noodles at all. What happened to your portions? To spend $29 for this dish is absolutely absurd. Do better Thai Smile I won't be back which is very disappointing.

This place is in the downtown area. Parking might seem tricky, but just past the restaurant on the side street there is a small parking lot with free parking. Be Careful where u park!! There are parking meter maids everywhere out there and we saw them give two people tickets while we were there. Anyway, to the food. We ordered the sesame tofu appetizer and it was good. Nice flavor and the dipping sauce was delicious. We also ordered the crispy duck with sauce,

After a weekend at Stagecoach, me and my friend wanted something on the healthier side, so opted for Thai food! I'm a tried and true pad Thai person, so it was an easy choice to order that! It came with a side salad, which I appreciated and it was nice to eat greens again. The pad Thai was good but nothing special. I appreciated the shrimp were cooked very well, the rice was a nice addition, and the portion size was perfect for the price. The service overall was really food and the waiter was very attentive.

Always a good staple right in the heart of downtown Palm Springs. Not cheap but go with friends and share dishes. Always good service too.

The food is good, but definitely on the pricy side compared to other Thai food in Palm springs, service is on point, can have some delay when busy, ambiance is like a typical Asian diner

There are lots of good and ok reviews for Thai Smile. If you're comparing to something out of a freezer, they're spot on. Tom Yum soup is practically a Thai national dish and has always been a bellwether of authenticity and quality for me. My disappointment was followed through with the rest of the meal. The Honey Pork's pork loin slices were tough, the sliced mushrooms were canned, ands the peas and carrots came from a freezer bag. If they don't want to include the egg listed for their version of Pad See Ew because of imagined high egg prices, then say so. This is all the effort I have for this review; more effort than they put into their facsimile of "should be" classic Thai dishes. The staff were very attentive. Formica tables.

Love Thai Smile! I've been visiting Thai smile for over 13 years including the Rancho mirage location. The food is always great! Lots of yummy options on the menu (my fav are the chicken lettuce wraps) Thai smile downtown is a very busy location so I don't understand why people see the place completely full/busy and come here to complain about the wait. It is a busy location but it's worth the wait. (I only stop by for lunch for this reason)

Happy hour is great however I've been here multiple times and sometimes their food is really good or really bland. They really need to keep it consistent. The sticky rice was really expensive for the amount that was served it was super small........ even the cheapest ingredient which was the rice

Our hotel concierge recommended Thai Smile for dinner and I couldn't be happier that he did! All of the food was amazing. The food came out HOT and FAST! The service was great. The pad see ew was THE BEST! It knocked my socks off. I strongly recommend the lettuce wraps appetizers.

Thai Smile was a great Thai food spot! I got the angel wings and it was an appetizer the size of a meal which was awesome! Loved having the ac and complementary iced tea instead of water! My only critique is that the customer service could have been a little better not much positivity or helpful hand attitudes, but nonetheless would still happily come back!

This is one of my favorite Thai spots. The Pad Thai is beyond amazing. The seafood hot pot is another favorite of mine. If you sit outside you get the club vibe of thumping music, great people watching and weather. Inside is more quiet and like a restaurant. The service is fast and good. Great free parking across the street. Once your done eating you walk 2-5 min and are at a great local bar for some drinks continue the night. Overall my go to Thai spot.

Thai Smile has the absolute best beef pad see ew I've ever had. Like no joke. It's delicious! Every time I'm in Palm Springs, Thai Smile is a must! We usually order it on DoorDash to our hotel but I have actually been to the restaurant a few times. Restaurant service is fine, no frills, just good ol restaurant vibes. I also really enjoy their yellow curry with tofu, extra spicy, and of course rice. So delicious. You gotta try it! Thanks Thai Smile!

This review is long overdue. My bf and I stayed at a Marriott nearby during Tour de Palm Springs and while he was out there riding I went here quickly to get my lunch togo. IT WAS SO YUMMY! This was back in February. I made a phone order and walked over to pick it up. Then sat outside of the museum across from the restaurant to enjoy my food. I got the tom yum soup and spicy noodle with chicken. I think it is their version of drunken noodle, but it was in a lot of sauce, not super dry like the typical drunken noodle. This version was really good and it did not feel as oily as the typical drunken noodle. Their tom yum soup, I got the small, was pretty filling. I think they gave me 3 big shrimp at least and it was cooked perfectly! Highly recommend this place if you're craving for Thai in PS.!

The feel of the Thai restaurant is traditional & authentic, the food is very good and I really enjoyed the Thai tea. My daughter devoured her Thai Hot wings, my wife finished off the Shrimp spring rolls, so I think the this place is a place to enjoy with close family & friends.

I go here regularly because their food is consistently good. Love their panang and their coconut chicken soup. Their lunch special is a great deal as well, 11:30-3 or something similar for a soup and a lunch dish. They are always busy but always efficient. It's nice inside and they have a decent patio as well, where I've sat many times. I'll be back, as per usual!

We are back in Palm Springs so we decided to go back to Smile Thai for late lunch! Not disappointed at all. Very good customer service. They even offered us each complimentary ice teas, how lovely! Keep it up, Thai Smile! Yes, we will return!

I didn't think I'd try Thai food during a weekend getaway to Palm. We walked by this restaurant one evening and decided to try it as we were both hungry. Plus, they had ac and available tables. I think the bartender (Dan?) was our server that evening and he was soooo nice. The restaurant is large and has two sides to it as well as an outdoor patio. It was a busy night with lots of smiling customers . We ordered: Thai hot wings: - these were really good deep fried (breaded) chicken wings. They were stuffed with goodies and tasted great dipped in the sweet (plum?) sauce on side Pad Thai: - this had shrimp and chicken. The noodles were nicely done as they didn't clump together when we ate the dish. I'm used to overly sweet pad thai but this version wasn't too bad Screaming Duck: - this was the priciest at about $27 I think. I didn't like the dish as the thick spicy sauce was too much. The slices of duck were a bit dry as well. I should have ordered a less sauced dish . It was a nice enjoyable dinner.

The outside of this restaurant is amazingly misleading. It looks like an authentic Thai restaurant from the outside - very nice. The service was good and the food was okay. We were a little disappointed with the drink we got.