Tay Tar Thai @Borehamwood — Restaurant in Hertsmere

I wish I could give two reviews: one for the food (five stars) and one for the staff (also five stars!)

So first, the food: I've just had a fresh papaya salad and sweetcorn cakes, my friend had a curry with coconut rice, and we finished with mint tea. Everything was fresh and tasty. The homemade desserts sounded good but I had a big lunch already today and couldn't eat any more! This place serves the classics we love, and does them justice. Serving sizes are relatively small and better for it so you can order more dishes, I find it hard to only order one item on an interesting menu and I don't like stuffing myself, so that was a real plus. I'll be bringing more people here.

Second the staff: we were served by two people and both were friendly and fast, food was ready within minutes and - well, the real reason I want to write this is that I'm a wheelchair user and I looked at the restaurant on Google street view and thought I could handle the small step into the restaurant. I was very, very wrong. The step to get in is massive - at least from where I'm sitting - I'd have tipped over backwards trying to get my front wheels high enough to get in, but in a flash the waiter was outside lifting my chair to help me in, then the waitress removed a chair with minimum fuss so I could get to the table.

When we left, the waiter was already waiting to help me by the time we got to the door, and he even came out to offer a hand when he noticed I was taking a while to get into my car (I didn't need help, but I appreciated the offer).

The staff weren't just offering good service as part of their job, they both really cared about making things as smooth for me as they could, and that gets a giant...

I had a wonderful experience at Tay Tar Thai in Borehamwood.

The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with traditional Thai decor and soft music that creates an authentic yet relaxed vibe.

The staff were especially welcoming. Mr. May , stood out with his polite, friendly service, big smile, and great personality. And also Mr. Sawai, the (chef) whose passion for Thai cuisine truly shines through in the dishes.

We ordered the Lab Duck and Papaya Salad very delicious and my boyfriend chose the Chicken Pad Thai and Salt & Pepper Chicken. Everything was full of flavor, generously portioned, and perfectly balanced in spice and sweetness. I appreciated that the spice level could be adjusted to suit personal preference.

Service was quick and attentive, The prices are very reasonable for the quality and taste you get.

Overall, Tay Tar Thai is a fantastic spot if you’re craving authentic Thai food. I’m already planning to return especially to try the mango sticky rice, which comes highly...

The prawn crackers must be very crispy as with each bite, the woman on a neighbouring table munched into them, my human mummy jumped at the feeling of her ear drums being ripped out! Other than that, she found the restaurant rather quiet.

We shared number 47 on the menu, Gaeng Massaman a mild Thai curry cooked with potatoes and peanuts in a rich coconut curry sauce.

Mild with enough poke to be interesting. Soft potato cubes and smooth tofu in a silky yellow subtly spiced, coconut sauce.

A couple of lovely young men on a nearby table recognised me and took a photo of me. And I had a few words with a group of people at a table in the window. Hello to you all if you read this!

The staff is unintrusive; I am a teddy bear that so hates intrusive waiter!

It’s not the best Thai I have had but it is hard to beat the best.

If in Borehamwood, and looking for a quite dining experience, this may...