Deejai Thai Restaurant — Restaurant in Charlotte

This had been on my list since I had heard it was one of the best Thai restaurants in Charlotte, so we finally decided to try it. Bonus: we got a Groupon for it.

For appetizers, we started with the spring rolls and pork sliders. I loved the spring rolls and the sauce they came with. I was a bit disappointed by the sliders. The inside was great, but they came on bao buns which are supposed to be soft and ours were very hard.

For our entrees we got the Spicy Lemongrass Beef and the Drunken Shrimp Noodles. Both were advertised as a spice level 3. I don't like really spicy food, but I thought the spiciness was a good amount. Neither of us liked the Lemongrass that much. You couldn't taste the Lemongrass flavor much. It was ok, but I wouldn't get it again. The Drunken Noodles were really good though. The shrimp was a little overcooked, but the sauce and noodles were a great combination. We both loved the dish.

We finished off with the sticky mango rice for dessert which I loved. My husband thought it was pretty good, but didn't like it as much as I did. The rice is what makes the dish — it's sweet and perfectly cooked. The mangoes are a great addition. I wish you got a bit more ice cream with it though. It's a very unique dessert and I would definitely get it again.

All in all, I was a little disappointed compared to what I had heard about this place and I do think there is better Thai in Charlotte. I did enjoy it though and I would...

I called in for pick up and ordered Hibachi Chicken with what it's served with, which is brocc, sweet carrots, zucc and onions and baby corn(i thought that was weird) but ok went with it.. I as well orderd egg roll. (big mistake or should i say TINY mistake) those things where as tiny as my pinky finger, and they have the audacity to charge 1.75 for 1 or 6 for 5.50 something. really? I was so disappointed it was literally the size of this line below Paid for my food which was higher than the prices online. (which I later found out she didn't order me chicken she put in what she wanted me to have.. which was steak. the server came running to my window telling me my order was wrong and asked if I wanted the chicken instead... at this point I'm already ticking for time (I'm on my lunch break). I tell her no, its fine I'm already pushing for time.

I get back to work.. doing a lil happy dance cause im about to SMASH,

but from the very first bite it was like EEEWWWWW.. veggies and rice was so soft they literally mushed in your mouth before a chew..(yuck)

the steak and veggies was in this cloudy brown juice, I wouldn't even call it sauce.

I will not be visiting this...

Authentic Thai Cuisine Experience – A Must-Try!

We had an incredible dining experience at this Thai restaurant! From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations.

First, we ordered the calamari, and it was hands down the best I’ve ever had. The sauce that came with it was a perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and sour, making every bite absolutely delicious.

For my entrée, I had the Duck Curry, and it was truly the best I’ve ever had. I’ve been to many Thai restaurants, but this one now holds a special place in my heart. The duck was tender and melted in my mouth, while the spiciness of the curry was just right—flavorful without being overwhelming.

My husband ordered Pad Thai, and I took a couple of bites—it was incredibly authentic and flavorful. You can really taste the balance of flavors that make a great Pad Thai stand out.

One thing that stood out to us was how busy the restaurant was with a constant flow of takeout orders from the moment we walked in until we left. Despite that, the ambiance was great, and the service was excellent.

Overall, this place is a gem! If you’re looking for authentic Thai food with amazing flavors and great service, this is definitely a must-visit. I can’t...