Portland Thai Food Gem 🌶️

Farmhouse Kitchen: 4.9/5 Stars & 5k+ Reviews—Spicy, Fresh, & So Good We Cleaned 5 Dishes!、 When I saw this Thai spot on Google with 4.9 stars and 5,000+ reviews, I thought, “Could this be fake?” But the second I took my first bite, I knew the hype was real—from the tongue-tingling volcano noodles to the crispy-tender eggplant in green curry, every dish screamed “this rating is well-deserved!” My friend and I ordered 5 dishes on a whim, fully expecting leftovers… but we cleaned every plate, even scraping the sauce. Now I’m begging a wealthy Chinese boss to franchise this—please bring it to Atlanta! 🌋 Must-Order #1: Volcano Noodle｜Ribs Pile High, Spicy & Addictive I was shocked by the portion the second it arrived: a fall-off-the-bone beef rib stuck in the middle, piled so high that meat fell onto the side plate when I picked it up 🤤. The noodles were coated in bright red spicy broth—even before tasting, the aroma made my spicy-loving heart race. Slurping a bite, the heat hit instantly—but it wasn’t just “one-note spicy”; it had layers of Southeast Asian spices, getting more fragrant as I chewed. The beef rib was incredible: fork-tender, its juices seeping into the noodles, making every bite a mix of meaty goodness and spicy broth. Hidden in the center were stir-fried veggies—crisp and refreshing, balancing the heat perfectly. We kept yelling “so spicy but so good” while slurping nonstop, even finishing half the broth! 🥗 Refreshing Kick: Papaya Salad｜No Holding Back on Chilies, Spicy in the Best Way I thought the appetizer would be “mild”—but this papaya salad cranked up the heat! Shredded green papaya was tossed with tomatoes, peanuts, and fish sauce—and the bird’s eye chilies? They didn’t hold back. Every bite started with crisp papaya, then a rush of spice hit so hard my eyes watered… but I couldn’t stop picking at it 🌶️! The saltiness of fish sauce, nuttiness of peanuts, and heat of chilies mixed with the papaya’s freshness—it was the perfect appetite opener for the heavier dishes. If you can’t handle spice, definitely ask for “less chili”; if you love it, this is a must. 🍛 Unexpected Gem: Green Curry｜Fried Eggplant Steals the Show I’d never had fried eggplant in green curry before, so I was skeptical—until I took a bite 😱! The eggplant had a golden, crispy outer layer (crunchy when you bite down) and tender, juicy flesh inside. Coated in rich green curry, it was a revelation: the curry was slightly sweet, with strong coconut and cream notes (no greasiness at all), and the eggplant’s texture balanced it perfectly. We even asked for extra rice to mix with the curry and eggplant—every spoonful was packed with coconut, cream, and eggplant goodness. My friend, who usually hates curry, kept stealing bites—this dish is the hidden star! 🦞 Fresh & Fiery: Seafood Platter｜Sichuan Pepper Kick, Big Juicy Seafood The platter smelled like the ocean the second it arrived: curly squid, palm-sized shrimp, plump mussels, and scallops—all coated in a spicy sauce with Sichuan pepper. First, the shrimp: firm and bouncy, sweet like it was just caught, with a numbing heat from the pepper that tingled from my tongue to my throat. The squid was chewy (not tough) and even better dipped in sauce; the mussels and scallops were meaty and non-fishy. We finished it in minutes, passing pieces back and forth. 🍧 Sweet Finish: Mango Sticky Rice｜Purple Rice, Pretty & Tasty (Oops, No Photo!) We were stuffed, but we had to try dessert—this tiny dish had purple sticky rice wrapped around fresh mango, drizzled with coconut cream. It was so pretty I forgot to take a photo 😂! The rice was chewy with coconut flavor, the mango sweet and juicy—perfect for cooling down the spice. It was the ideal end to the meal. 🍹 Instagram-Worthy Drink: Sparkly Cotton Candy Cocktail｜Looks Better Than It Tastes The cocktail itself was average (just fruity), but the cotton candy on top? It sparkled with silver glitter—hold it up for a photo, and your Instagram will blow up ✨! It’s not the best drink, but it’s a must for group photos. We left with stuffed bellies, still talking about how good it was. Seriously—if any wealthy Chinese boss sees this, please franchise it! Bring it to Atlanta (and more cities) so more people can taste this “instant trip to Southeast Asia” Thai food. Next time I’m in Portland, I’m bringing a bigger group to try every dish—this spot is a keeper! #PortlandThaiFood #FarmhouseKitchenPDX #SpicyFoodLovers #SoutheastAsianEats #PortlandEats