Atl - Midday Escape with Thai Basil Rice & Milk Tea 🇹🇭🍛

When a workday lunch feels routine, Gu’s Thai Cafe in Duluth offers a fresh and flavorful pick-me-up — complete with bright vibes and no forced tipping! 🌞✨ The Pad Kra Pao (Holy Basil Stir-fry) is the star here. I chose it with beef (+$2) — tender slices wok-tossed with aromatic Thai basil, chilies, and savory sauce, served over jasmine rice and crowned with a runny fried egg. 🥩🍳🌿 Spice level is customizable, and the basil fragrance is bold and satisfying. The classic chicken version ($18.95) uses minced meat and is equally delicious, though I preferred the beef’s texture. To drink, the Thai Milk Tea ($6) was rich and creamy, though a touch sweet for my taste. 🧋🍯 We also shared Mango Sticky Rice — soft, coconutty, and the perfect sweet contrast to the spicy main. 🥭🍚 The space feels clean and calming, with minimalist Southeast Asian touches, woven accents, and large sunny windows. Ideal for a quick solo lunch or a casual meal with coworkers. 👩‍💼🍽️ At around $20 per person, it’s a tasty and uplifting break from the everyday. Already planning my next visit — maybe for dinner next time! 😊🫶 #Atlanta #ThaiFood #GuThai #PadKraPao #WorkdayLunch #DuluthEats #NoTipping #CasualDining #FoodieBreak #AtlantaEats #ThaiBasilRice