Thai Flavors

Food Review: Thai Flavors on Southeast 14th

As a die-hard fan of Thai Flavors, I’ve always raved about their food quality and service. But my last visit? Let's just say it was a plot twist worthy of a soap opera!

I walked in on a Thursday night with my friend from Burma, who was ready to dive into the world of Thai cuisine. The restaurant was as empty as my motivation on a Thursday around 7:45 PM—definitely not the lively atmosphere I was hoping for. Our waitress was a gem—super friendly and knowledgeable, which had me feeling optimistic.

Then our food arrived. I ordered the shrimp dish, which promised a delightful mix of cashews and squid. My friend went for the seafood platter, which should have been a treasure chest of mussels, scallops, and squid. Instead, I received a dish that was colder than a polar bear’s toenail! My veggies were lukewarm, and I could count the squid pieces on one hand—three, to be exact. Not exactly a squid party!

And what about the shrimp? Let’s just say it had all the flavor of a damp sponge. For $63, I expected an explosion of flavor, not a culinary whisper. I mean, for that price, I thought I’d at least get a side of “wow” with my meal!

So, here I am, a loyal customer left scratching my head and wondering if the chef was just having an off day or if they were in a race against time to close up shop. Thai Flavors, you've set the bar high, and I hope you get back to your delicious roots soon! Until then, I’ll stick to dreaming of better meals and more squid!