Formerly Pad Thai Grand Cafe, we are a family-run restaurant, intent on bringing you the authentic aromas, textures and flavors of our native Thailand. We use fresh local ingredients to prepare traditional Thai meals that are both familiar and exotic to the Western palate.
Located in the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood of Saint Paul, Minnesota on Grand Avenue, we are just west of the Macalester College Campus.
Call us at (651) 690-1393 to place an order today!
Family-run Thai pick serving spiced-to-order classics in a casual dining room with large murals.
Trina S
Noisy atmosphere and in need of an upgrade. The food was just “ok”… not bad, but not better than other Thai I’ve had. They do have several vegan options.
Great service , but would not recommend. There are better Thai options in the area.
… moreJeff Holstein
Our experience was absolutely delightful! We tried a variety of dishes, and each one was a burst of flavor. The Pad Si Yew was a favorite, with its perfectly stir-fried noodles and tender chicken, and the grilled chicken with peanut sauce was an exciting twist. Those vegetarian spring rolls were crispy and fresh, a great start to our meal, and the Thai tea was so refreshing. The place had an authentic feel, the service was spot-on, and I can’t wait to go back for more of their delicious Thai dishes.
… moreTamar Celis
Lovely little Thai restaurant in a beautiful neighborhood. The server was extremely efficient, although the kitchen seemed a bit slow. It’s not the tastiest green or red curry I’ve ever had, but with the prices and portions of the weekday lunch, I’m positive I’ll return.
… moreJia Zhang
Decently sized parking lot in the back. Their strength is definitely appetizers. Chicken satay is great and comes with refreshing cucumbers. Fairly priced drinks.
Overall a pleasant experience and I will definitely be back to try the egg rolls and pad Thai.
… moreLauren Ott
Great lunch specials. Big portions! Their wontons & egg rolls are so good.
… moreDamon
Had a great dinner here! The red curry was really good, and the spice level was just about perfect for me.
Our waitress must have had 15 tables but she was kicking ass and service was still great!
… moreJanel
First off, the woman who came to our table after we had been seated was unfriendly and didn’t even greet us. And after she set our water glasses on the table & walked away, I noticed my glass was dirty – there was something yellow stuck on the inside of the glass and something red on the outside rim of the glass. When the woman came back to our table to take our order, I began to tell her my glass was dirty and as I lifted it to show her what I was referring too, she GRABBED THE GLASS & TRIED TO SNATCH IT out of my hand while saying “I see it.” I was astonished at her rudeness and at that moment knew this was not somewhere I felt comfortable eating or spending my money. My family and I got up to leave the restaurant, before we even ordered food. I wanted to tell the manager of our experience before we left so I went and asked the man who had seated us if he was the manager or owner. He said “no, she’s the owner” … and he pointed at none other than the woman who had behaved so rudely to us! I told her that because of her behavior toward me and her rudeness, we were leaving. She didn’t say anything in response. It is astonishing that the owner herself feels entititled to treat customers in such a disrespectful manner. I will never come to this place again as a result of this woman’s behavior. We went to Coconut Thai a few miles away instead and had a wonderful meal there – they were kind & polite as soon as we walked in the door and the service and the meal were impeccable. Pad Thai is not a place I would recommend to anyone after this extremely negative experience.
… moreJohn Melich
I go to Pad Thai for? Yes, pad thai. It’s great and that’s what this review is all about. If you want pad thai, this is the place. The egg rolls, chicken satay, and sweet sticky rice are also tasty! When mangos are in season get them with your sweet sticky rice.
… moreemily johnson
The Tom Yum with fried tofu is deeeeeelicious! Casual, comfortable place and the prices are great. The takeout route is also a fantastic option here!
… moreMatilda Benett
If you’re looking for an authentic Thai experience, this restaurant is the place to be! The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed. The food was beyond amazing—each dish was bursting with flavor, and the Pad Thai was the best I’ve ever had! The ambiance is cozy and warm, with beautiful decor that transports you straight to Thailand. A perfect blend of great service, mouthwatering dishes, and a relaxing atmosphere!
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