True Thai
True Thai was Minneapolis' City Pages' Best Thai Restaurant of 2009 and was named for the "best" Thai food in town by Zagat 2008 review. A large menu features plenty of curry and noodle dishes in addition to fried corn cakes, a handful of soups and some delicious desserts such as the Sweet Sticky Rice with Coconut Cream Custard. Proud owner Anna Prasomphol Fieser even keeps a blog to educate diners about foods and current events, and, of course, the awards that keep piling up for this truly great restaurant.
True Thai
2627 East Franklin Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 375-9942
truethairestaurant.com
Bangkok Thai
This restaurant was chosen as Best Thai Restaurant in City Pages in 2008 for its closeness to true Thai dishes. The family-owned restaurant serves a wide range of interesting Thai foods and also includes American favorites like Pad Thai. Located in an Asian grocery store, you will notice most of your fellow diners are Asian themselves.
Bangkok Thai Restaurant
425 13th Ave. SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 331- 6830
Chai's Thai
This tiny restaurant, located next to the Cedar Cultural Center, is great for a preshow meal. Dishes are served with a clean, sophisticated presentation and range from hearty salads to heavier entrees like the Cashew Chicken.
Chai's Thai Restaurant
414 Cedar Ave. S
Minneapolis, MN 55454
(612) 339-9385
chaisthai.com
King and I Thai
Chef Chavhian Haanpaa, of Downtown Minneapolis' King and I Thai, started serving her dishes in 1981. She creates a special curry every night of the week and her menu includes hot and spicy dishes and milder meals, like the Thai Omelet. Check out music and entertainment in the lounge nearly every night.
King and I Thai
1346 La Salle Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 332-6928
kingandithai.com
Tum Rup Thai
The mood lighting in the evening makes Tum Rup Thai a great place for a date in the trendy Uptown area. Large portions of curries and the other entrees are great for sharing. The Green Curry is a favorite among diners.
Tum Rup Thai
1221 West Lake St.
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 824-1378
tumrupthai.com
Roat Osha
Another trendy Uptown Thai joint is Roat Osha, which serves Americanized Thai food. Pad Thai appeals to diners with a sweet tooth, and dishes like the grilled salmon appease less-adventurous eaters.
Roat Osha
2650 Hennepin Ave. S
Minneapolis, MN 55408
roatoshathai.com
(612) 377-4418
7. Chiang Mai Thai
Selected in past years as City Pages' Best Thai Restaurant, Chiang Mai Thai is in the heart of Uptown, close to lake Calhoun and to great shopping. The menu's playfully titled items, such as "Happy Shrimp," "Burning Wings of Fire" and "Midnight Cowboy" reflect the upbeat atmosphere and bright flavors.
Chiang Mai Thai
3001 Hennepin Ave. S
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 827-1606
chiangmaithai.com
Sawatdee Thai
Sawatdee's Downtown Washington Avenue location, one of seven locations in Minnesota, is housed in an old warehouse building and features beautiful, hip decor. Fresh, tasty menu items include Som Tum, a papaya salad; Thai-style Catfish; and, of course, an array of delicious desserts including Thai Custard.
Sawatdee
607 Washington Ave. S
Minneapolis, MN 55415
(612) 338-6451
sawatdee.com
Azia
Azia presents Asian fusion cuisine, using Minnesota-inspired ingredients like North Woods Walleye. The Bow Thai Pasta blends Thai flavors of peanut and coconut with Singha beer. Come for the inventive and delicious food and stay for the great happy hour deals and nightly DJs.
Azia Restaurant
2550 Nicollet Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 813-1200
aziarestaurant.com
Chino Latino
Chino Latino serves up a menu of "street food from the hot zones," including a mesh of different cultural dishes with some Thai-inspired ones. Try the coconut shrimp curry with a side of sushi or fried rice and guacamole. Diners enjoy the energetic atmosphere and inventive range of dishes at this uptown restaurant.
Chino Latino
2916 Hennepin Ave. South
Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 824-7878
chinolatino.com
