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Best hole in the wall Thai restaurant in the Richmond area. Clean, inexpensive and never disappointed with the entree.
Yum Ped is so good...
Trying something new
This place has rave reviews... I hope it's good!
Dinner spread, for 2! ???
Started my Saturday Thataway at the usual spot. Had the spicy eggplant as something different. Oh...And the other something different was with Bubby Chubs & her mother. Bubby was the star of the show. We ate Thai. She happily chewed the pacifier!
Lunch with Dawn & Pickles at the Saturday watering hole!
Drunken noodles extra chicken is the best! Definitely one of my favorite local restaurants!
Lunch w/Woodrow & Dawn. Always a nice way to start a Saturday Thataway!
Weekly lunch with Woodrow & the CEO! Good food, good friends. That was the good thing. Getting here was a pain. I pulled into the aisle at BJ's gas where the ass in the car in front was talking on the phone for 5 minutes BEFORE getting out to fill up. And then he had CASH, so another few minutes of wait. The lines to get gas are 2/3
cars deep at every pump...I just get way too agitated with...
The best place in mechanicsville to eat
This is the first Saturday Thataway that I have done in awhile! I've been doing lots of things, but not necessarily on Saturday. So today I'm starting off my day with a soak in the tub & telephone calls to friends. Now I am at Pad Thai to meet with Gregg Waters, Caitlin Waters, and Dawn Waters! But the real fun part of today is meeting "Bubby Chubs" - the new Waters grandchild! She will be...
Love my girls ! Namaste!
Old school is the best!
Yum yum. Early dinner
Kaylan's first time and our second. Hard to believe because we live about a half minute away!
a very merry lunch with my bff maximus & his awesome children!
This place is an awesome hole in the wall Thai restaurant. The service is great and the staff is super friendly! The pad Thai and the drunken noodles are great for entrees and the chicken satay and spring rolls are great apps! We drove 45 minutes just to get here. Definitely worth the drive!
Outstanding. My wife and I went here for lunch today and were extremely pleased. I agree that the outside is a little misleading however the food was great and the inside decor was very...
How do you begin to rate a place that is as basic as it is awesome? The owner grows his own hot peppers, herbs, etc. At the store. You can see it when you park. Great value. Phenomenally executed...
Very solid showing. Stopped here on the way to Virginia Beach. They don't have anything that is explicitly vegetarian but will make just about anything with only vegetables. One thing to watch...
I can give 3 stars to food but their service was terrible so i have to give 1 star!Family operating business but you still have to train your waitress better than that!!! The waitress shows...
I have eaten at every Thai restaurant in Richmond. This is by far the most authentic and delicious. Don't waste your time trying other places...
Excellent flavor in the vegetable red curry and in the the coconut lemongrass soup (tom kha gai) and perfectly cooked crispy fried flounder with garlic. Very fresh vegetables. Fun location near...
Fantastic!!!!!
A good alternative to fast food. Not very far from I-295. Worth the drive. I gave it a 4 because I thought my Pad Pak (vegetables in a brown sauce) needed a few more veggies. But it did have plenty of chicken.
this little hole in the wall place occupies the old Ellerson Station on Meadowbridge Road.. Don't let the looks of the outside fool you...go in and try some of the best Thai food ever!
the place has been there for years, but we just found it yesterday.
The food is perfect...seasoned per order...the service is fast and efficient...
All in...
Don't let the outside appearance of this little gem fool you. The food is spectacular, prices are more than reasonable. Everything is fresh and the service is fast.
Not a fancy place, but some of the best food around. Restaurant is always clean, food is freshly prepared, and staff is welcoming. My daughter loves HOT and authentic dishes, and she thought she had died and gone to Heaven when she discovered this little gem!
Pad Thai is, without a doubt, the best Thai restraint in Richmond. They can cater to any heat level you prefer. I've tried many items on their menu and have never been disappointed. I am partial to their curries. Their vegetable tempura is delicious. They grow their own hot peppers so you know they are fresh & flavorful.
It isn't...
We have family in the area so we visit this restaurant often and look forward to it. The food is wonderful. Have eaten in the dining room and also frequently get take-out. Always give generous portions and sometimes extras with take-outs if you are a frequent visitor. Great service. Highly recommend.
I love Thai food and this is one of the best Thai restaurant I have ever been too (and I have even been a cook in a Thai restaurant). The food is excellent and definitely spicy enough. If you are looking for authentic Thai food this is the place.
The food is delicious. The closest to real Thai food that I have eaten. If you like it HOT they will make it that way for you but be careful......
It is all about the food and nice people who run the restaurant. Not a fancy location or decor.... Just great food.
This place is great. The people that work their are so nice. The food is delicious and priced just right. Very accommodating .
This is the real deal 'Hole in the Wall' gem everyone looks for but rarely find. We went here on our lunch break yesterday on recommendations of two co-workers. They were absolutely right, this place serves great food, reasonable prices and good service. From the outside you would wonder if it really is a restaurant and the parking is tight...
We went to this restaurant with our daughter and son-in-law while in Richmond. It is in an inconspicuous, old two story building and very easy to miss if you are not familiar with it. There are many chile plants and some tomato plants growing along the walk from the parking lot to the building. Red and yellow chiles abound; I...
The owner lives above this restaurant. Don't let the decor stop you from enjoying an great meal. He grows his own peppers, tomatoes, and other ingredients right outside. If you are one that likes the hot stuff you came to the right place. If not you can order the not hot or mild (the one I get). You can taste...
Mom's in the kitchen, Dad is in the front of the house. Everything on the menu is authentic Thai....they grow their own chilis and basil right in the flower beds at the front door. Our favorite dish on the menu is the whole flounder with garlic and chilis.
Not a romantic atmosphere, but the food is excellent!
Have you ever walked into a place where seated dinner's plates looked as though they had been licked clean? As we walked in a man was eating the last 1/2 noodle from his wife's plate. She jokingly said, "you left a bit..". All I can say is the food was to good to slow down for pictures. We sampled each...
Don't expect ambiance or exterior charm unless you are looking for the feel of a backroad establishment. What you can expect is a very authentic dining experience. A nice variety of curry, noodle, and specialty choices with variations in sauces and noodle size. I could taste Thailand in every bite of my tempura and the sweet rice with coconut milk...
This is the best Thai restaurant ever. The food is always hot, fresh and perfectly seasoned. I can't even tell you what is the best - it's all that good. My favorite is the Num Yuk.
I had the massaman curry with a Chang beer and it was the best I have had since I was in Thailand. I've tried a few that had reviews saying they were the best they ever had and I have to say, if that is the best they ever had, I feel very sorry for them. This one was different,...
Their drunken noodles are great. If you cannot stand a lot heat & spice, get the mild version.
Do not let the outside appearance of restaurant fool you. It is one the best restaurants in Mechanicsville, VA.
This is a local jewel...always delicious and definitely local. We enjoy the owner and his family, and the great food. Try the fried flounder...awesome!
Love their food, it is always fresh and so full of flavor...you will not be disappointed. Now I will warn you that the service is hit or miss, they have some very snotty waitresses but the food is worth it, I promise. Also the ambiance is ok, its a converted gas station but again the food is worth the trip!
This restaurant is in a old building, you would not expect this gem to be there, but it is, try the drunken noodles, or the Asian broccoli with garlic sauce, yummy for sure, do not let the looks spoil your best Thai dinner in the entire Richmond area
Man is it good. They grow all of their ingredients on site. Great family-run Thai restaurant that is probably the best food someone can get in Mechanicsville. I love the crispy duck curry. All of the Thai food staples are really good - drunken noodle, Pad Thai, various curries and soups. They will cook to order from mild all the...
Very good Pad Thai food. Excellent options and authentic menus. The restaurant is plain, the seating is tight and the service is average...but the food makes this all worth it. It is also reasonably priced.
Little rundown on the outside, but interesting interior decor and excellent food. Very flavorful, all the right flavor notes are there. Recommendation to...
My family has been visiting Pad Thai for many years. The food is consistently excellent and the service prompt even when every table is taken, as they usually are at the dinner hour. Preparation and presentation of every dish is the best and customers' expectations are always met. From my first visit to Pad Thai, I have always looked forward...
This is the very best Thai a Restaurant in all of Richmond and their prices are reasonable. Excellent Pad Thai dish, excellent hot curry dishes.
This is a unique little spot in Mechanicsville. I've been many times and the food never fails. In the summer they grow their own peppers and spices outside in large spots. It is a small restaurant and good for smaller groups. This is a family run restaurant, I love the father but the young waitresses could be much friendlier. The...
This place is SUCH a gem! I got drunken noodle and it was delish. My husband got panang curry and we both agreed it was the best we had ever had. I didn't...
The drunken noodles are the best! Fast, friendly service! We regular get take-out, and the food is hot and waiting every time as soon as we arrive!
Ginger in CaryT isn't bad in that part of town, but if you don't mind a bit of a schlep, i thoroughly recommend:8460 Meadowbridge Rd, Mechanicsville, VA...
Best Red Curry in Town!. I love Thai food and I've been to almost all the Thai places in town and I can honestly say that no other place comes close to the red curry at Pad Thai. I can't say anything for the rest of the items on the menu as the curry is so good I haven't tried anything else.
I went with a standard Pad Thai, which i Have to say was quite delicious- i work at another Asian place in mechanicsville, and i must say i'd be hard pressed to answer which is better. i LOVE THAI FOOD. large portions of chicken, spicy sauce, lots of veggies- except they just threw a bunch of bean sprouts on the...
Lunch for two plus tip for $20. Excellent food, attentive service. Not a fancy place by far, the atmosphere leaves something to be desired, but when they're growing their own peppers right outside the front door, it shows the freshness and quality of the food come first.
I stopped by for lunch. I agree with all the reviews regarding location, but overall not bad inside. The staff is very proactive and outgoing. Now I took my meal to go and it was okay. I ordered the Thai rice pork and I just don't know other than it was okay. I will try a few more Thai places...
This place is easy to pass by, but you don't want to. If you love Thai food, this is the place to stop. Absolutely delicious. Get the medium spice and it's still very spicy. The flavors are great, the food is fresh, and authentic. Try to go there regularly now. I gave it a four for atmosphere only because it's...
We found this place on Yelp and when we pulled up, my husband looked very concerned. I don't think he wanted to get out of the car! But wow this is the real deal. Drunken Noodles so good you will dream about them. Great prices and service too.
Great food, you wouldn't think much of it from the outside, in fact you might just pass it by if you didn't know it was a restaurant, but stop in and you will never pass it by again.
Very good food. A great place to go for lunch. Never very crowded. Consistent quality each time I go.
Love good, authentic Thai food and this place will be a favorite now in the Richmond area. Like most say, very unassuming area, but lots of cars. Even busy, we were greeted and sat down. The owner is very involved and he took our orders and will make suggestions if asked. The service was very fast...the food was excellent down...
Do NOT de-vein shrimp (ew), service is the worst I've ever had, food used to be better,...now, they are getting lazy.
When my girlfriend suggested this restaurant several years ago after a craft fair at the fairgrounds, I was doubtful when we pulled up. If you aren't looking for the restaurant, you would drive right by. Two years later, I am so thankful that I don't live closer or we would eat this food at least a couple of times a...
Pad Thai is one of my favorite restaurants in the Richmond area. It is an unassuming small building in a blue collar area of town (I say that with love and respect). If you look at the building and say "that can't be the place," it probably is. The food is great, and leftovers are even better the next day....
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I suggested this restaurant to my girlfriend on our trip to Mechanicsville for lunch due to the reviews. I'm Thai and I'm a little proud of my culture and we both love Thai food so I thought it was a must. The other reviews are correct in that it's a bit...
First of all, I want to point out that I LOVE Thai food! My boyfriend is Thai, so I've had my share of both authentic and American Thai cuisine.
I really wanted to give this place at least a 4/5 rating, but I can't bring myself to do it. The service was extremely slow even though there were only 2...
If you drove by it, you'd never know it was there. The locals know best though, Pad Thai is the best in Richmond. Their Thai cuisine is second to none, the service is always pleasant, and the prices are reasonable. My Wife loves their Pad Thai, I'm a big fan of their Pad Pineapple, the Spring rolls are a great...
You may drive by this place everyday but not realize there is even a restaurant in here. Don't let the outward appearance fool you, the food is excellent. What we originally thought was weeds growing around an old building turned out to be fresh basil, chili peppers and other spices used in their dishes. Ironically, the one dish I think...
Great Thai food., Herbs & more importantly, peppers grow in front of the entrance. Building sandwiched in between railroad track & Meadowbridge Road - don't let exterior or limited parking put you off. We can't drive by without ordering dinner. Small restaurant with great service, for best experience go a little earlier or later than 12-1 pm or 6:30-7:30 pm...
Love this hole in the wall. Best Thai around by far. Love the owner and staff. Great value, great food and great owner.
once more they did a great job in their kitchen. The taste is so original that you will vist them over and over again like me.
I have traveled the whole nation..This by far is the best pad thai Ive had any where!! The owner grows his own peppers..if you are ever in this area you will enjoy this place!!!
Although the restaurant is easily missed due to the location and unassuming storefront, their Thai food is excellent....varying levels of spice (heat) are right on.
The atmosphere is very casual and we had quick service - would highly recommend this restaurant in the Mechanicsville area.
This place was a favorite for me and my husband...however after several wrong orders and a horrible attitude by the owner needless to say we won't be back. Disappointed after spending so much money in this place.
Have been eating here for many years. It is wonderful! Their tom yum soup is delicious. I also highly recommend the spicy eggplant.You can order it mild, medium, or hot. I usually get the hot. I love very spicy foods. Most would consider the hot too hot. You might want to start with the medium to be safe.I also recommend...
Very unassuming building but the food is great. Friendly service although it can be a bit slow when busy. If you are averse to hot/spicy food, order everything medium because if you order mild, the food can be bland. Mango sticky rice dessert is very good.
The best Thai food ever. Donot get me wrong I have eaten at lots of Thai resturants but this is the best.
there is no doubt that Pad Thai serves fantastic food, but the quality of the service is horrible. The young woman that has been working there for sometime now acts as if she couldn't hate her job more than she does. the owner doesn't seem to care what goes on there as long as he is making money. i recently went with some family and the woman was repeatedly hitting our feet with the vaccuum and looking at us as if we were just a pest in her way. she would take way to long to get something as simple as a refill of water, we asked for extra sauce for our spring rolls, (which i suggest if you...
The food in this restaurant is to die for. I can't tell you enough how addicted I am to pad Thai. The spicy food here is awesome and the atmosphere is relaxing. The food tastes like they put their heart and soul into it.
I live in Mechanicsville and had heard about this restaurant from four different people...we finally went...and we are ""hooked"". They all said ""the building itself is not the best looking but don't be fooled, the meals are unbelievable"". Their food is ""incredible"" and its been consistent every time we've gone. It's really hard for me to try different dishes because I want to relive the last (like ""Pad Thai with shrimp and chicken"") but tonight I tried ""Crispy Spicy Duck"" and its was very good. I told the owner though...I'll have to come back tomorrow so I can have the other...
Who knew?. My wife and I were back visiting family this past autumn and saw a review for Pad Thai on Urbanspoon; we decided to give it a visit. Succinctly: we were very impressed. The location is quaint (took me a while to figure it out, if they had only said the old Ellerson's Gas Station I would've figured it out more quickly!), the service during a very busy lunch was good, and the food was...
I love this place!. The crispy duck is fabulous. The Tom Ka Ga is excellent, so many levels of flavor. The only thing I've had here which isn't totally over the top in flavor is the calamari. I've been here many many times, and everything is fresh and delicious!
AMAZINGGG!!! The best Thai place ever. I come here at every possible chance. My favorite is lad nah and pad Thai but drunken noodles and crisp duck are also delicious! Make sure you get mango sticky…
I had the worst dining experience of my life at Pad Thai Restaurant. A little skeptical before walking in, we really wanted to like the place based on 5 star (!) yelp reviews. Okay for the food -…
I really love Thai food but, it can be hard to find GOOD Thai. At Pad Thai everything smells and tastes fresh, the lunch portions were good sized and a good value at $6.99. There are peppers, basil…
Everything about this place is amazing! The food is the best Thai food in Richmond, hands down. Don't be dismayed by the descriptions of the building. It's in a rough hideaway (formerly known as…
Yum! Fresh peppers growing in the outside garden. Owner was friendly and came over to check on us frequently. Best pad thai ever eaten!
I went to this place because of the reviews and boy it did not disappoint. Who cares about the decor, it's the food and it was so yummy! I had the drunkin noodle but will definitely try other…
When you drive to this place, you may second guess your decision, but just go in. It's out a winding road in Mechanicsville of all places. You park in a gravel lot and the outside of the building…
I have been wanting to try this place for a long time. For one, I have never had Thai food. For two, if I am going to try it, this place gets the best ratings. Add the fact that it is literally 5…
it dosent look nice but the food is great
an absolute GEM!! drunken noodles, soooo yummy!! the minute it touches your tongue, boom, instant gratification!!! and the soups, for the LOVE!!! fives across the board for taste, 2 for atmosphere. a…
This is a family owned and operated restaurant with a nice variety of entrees...
This is the freshest Thai food in Richmond. I've eaten at two other Thai places, but the food here is beyond excellent. This is a family run business, so they care a lot about the quality of their…
E! came to town late on Thursday of this week and, rather than follow each other downtown and stop on the way home we stopped at Pad Thai, about 6 minutes from my work. I had eaten lunch here and felt…
You'd never guess from the outside that the food in this place would be so good and so reasonably priced. We've liked every dish we've tried.
Delicious Thai food in the most unexpected place. Right on the train tracks in the middle of nowhere (near Bon Secours hospital in Mechanicsville, for reference), it's really easy to drive past and…
Thai food is one of my favorites and I always order Pad Thai because I think it is the best way to judge a good thai restaurant. I had been used to every other mediocre thai restaurant in Richmond…
I been to almost every thai restaurants in Richmond area. Coming from California, which has a lot more ethic food choices, I found most thai restaurants lacking in some way or another. I was…
Have been going there for a while but it seems that they (the owners) are now taking customers for granted, maybe the excellent ratings have been getting to their heads. On the most recent visit, even the food was mediocre - the fried rice was all stuck together, from too much water and overcooking. We were served tea as soon as we sat down, my friend asked if it was complimentary. When the waitress affirmed that it was, he took a sip. Guess what? The owner made him pay for it. I had to repeatedly ask for water and condiments, which got when I had finished my meal.
In this...
The food is excellent. I love the Pad Thai, Tom Yum Goong, Pad See Ew. The restaurant is tiny and seating is limited. The staff is attentive and friendly, and they've done an amazing job in…
The Pad Thai Restaurant is a fantastic local place. Family-run, in a converted gas service station on a country road off the beaten path. Service is excellent and attentive, with the owner (native…
The best Thai food in Richmond. I am a city dweller but I still drive out in...
Don't let the looks of this place fool you, Pad Thai Restaurant's food will excite your taste buds. The owners grow many of the herbs used in their savory dishes. I have tried many dishes, all of them delicious. My favorites menu items are the panang curry and drunken noodles. The service is good. The prices are very reasonable.
Pros
+ Food and friendly service
It's like a whole in the wall. Easy to miss if you're not paying attention. Best thai food around. I won't go anywhere else for thai. Pat and tin (owners) are such happy people. The service is top notch, the food is excellent. There are no frills here, no fancy fountains, just good food and great people. We love the beef with pineapple and cashew and the spicy eggplant with sauce. We also love the spring rolls and chicken satay for appetizers. Happy eating. Enjoy!
Pros
+ food, service, friendly owners.
Cons
- none.
This place isn't much to look at on the outside (or the inside really) but...
This is the best place i have ever been in my life. I never liked thai food till i came her. The service is sooooo personal they know what i am going to order wright when i walk in. Shrimp fried rice. The shrimp is sooo flavorful and juicy and it is soooooooooooooooooooooooo goood. 5 stars
Pros
+ everything
Cons
- nothing
I know you will second guess your decision to dine at this little hole in the wall at first site but trust me, it doesn't get much better than this! Traditional Thai food... fresh and as spicy as you…
This is truly Richmond's best little secret. Hard to find initially - few if any signs on the building. But once you'vr tried the food, you'll be convinced it's probably the most authentic Thai restuarant in the area. You get a glimpse of what you're in for when you walk from the parking lot to the front door - fresh herbs & red chili peppers grow on the side of the building. Everything is very fresh. Inside atmosphere is nothing special, so don't expect an extravagent dining room. The food, however, is outstanding. I frequent a meal that is a chicken/curry type dish, which is some of the...
Outstanding! Plenty of food, nice lunch menu, and very authentic in style. Keep yours eyes open or you'll drive right the building. It is not in a strip mall - Kind of in the middle of nowhere. But what a great find!
Pros
+ Authentic Value
Don't let the outside fool you! The food is great and service is very good. I can only recommend this place.
Great Customer Service!!! Great Owners!! And the Food....well...it keeps me coming back for more! Both the restaurant and pick up option are very quick! The Owners, Pat and Tin are so fun to speak with and are always giving the place an update! We love Pad Thai and would recommed the Pineapple Cashew Chicken (MILD) along with the YUMMY spring rolls!! And most evenings you'll hear the train roll by around 6pm ..such a great time! You will enjoy!!
Pros
+ Great Value,Great Time...See you there!
Cons
- NONE!
This little gem is hard to find, with its location in an old service station but the food is superb! I was reluctant to try this restaurant because of the location but my daughter convinced me that it was excellent and she was exactly right. The inside is very neat and clean and the service is good. The Thai dishes are spiced to your taste and the variety is amazing given that this is a small family operation. The prices are extremely reasonable; this restaurant is a great value. I highly recommend Pad Thai.
Pros
+ Great food; Great Value
Cons
- None
Pad Thai Restaurant can be found at Meadowbridge Rd 8460. The following is offered: Restaurants: Thai. The entry is present with us since Sep 9, 2010 and was last updated on Nov 14, 2013. In Mechanicsville there are 1 other Restaurants: Thai . An overview can be found here.
Pad Thai Restaurant is located at 8460 Meadowbridge Rd in Mechanicsville and has been in the business of Retail - Thai Restaurant since 2005.
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