Aroy Thai Cafe — Restaurant in Houston

Does anyone remember Nit Noi Thai on Woodway in Houston? They had amazing food but they were a little higher priced. They closed a few years back. I have been searching for great Pad Thai since they closed, and I finally found it! This place is like Nit Noi's little sister. I will definitely be back! I was immediately impressed upon entering the restaurant. We were warmly greeted and shown to a seat. We ask for a different one with booth seating on both sides and were accommodated with a smile. It's a small space, but also offers an intimate atmosphere. They have 5 TVs in a row above the kitchen area. Looks like they were all playing cooking shows, but it's a nice touch if dining alone and need something visual. The interior is not anything special, but it's the service and the kitchen who get the review of 5 stars. We ordered 2 appetizers to share. The 4 piece Crispy Rolls comes with a dipping sauce. They are perfectly fried and deliciously crispy, hence the name. We also ordered the Tempura Shrimp, also a 4 piece with dipping sauce, and arrived with a little side salad plus dressing. Both appetizers were terrific! For our main entree, the gentleman had the Red Curry with a spice level of medium, he chose. I had the Pad Thai with chicken and a spice level of mild. The Red Curry arrived in a steaming hot bowl with a side of beautiful white sticky rice. The Pad Thai was extremely well presented with lovely sprig of scallion leaves, peanuts to sprinkle on top, and a lime wedge. We each tried the other's entree. Both were very very good! I will say I am thoroughly and pleasantly surprised. The spice levels were great. I am not as much as a spice lover, so my mild preference was perfect for me. His medium preference got a little hotter as he got to the end of the bowl. I think Thai culture is use to more spice than American culture, for the most part. Either way, it was still delicious! The portions are large enough to have leftovers. I was thrilled I had lunch for the next day. I don't think they have a soda machine. We had ice tea. I noticed she kept getting the ice from an Igloo type cooler which sat on the countertop. Wine glasses were on a shelf, so I would assume they offer wine. In another review I saw the picture showed a can of Coke, so I think that is what they offer. This place is known just judging by the multiple people who came in for pickup orders. I can't wait for cold weather to order something warm. Red Curry during cold weather is delightful! Parking is easy. Plenty of spots available at dinner time when we went. I will return and probably do pickups from this place since...

While looking to enjoy authentic Thai cuisine with a colleague, I was invited to dine at Aroy Thai Cafe, a charming and welcoming spot that immediately set the tone for a great meal. The atmosphere was warm, relaxed, and inviting, making it an excellent choice for both casual and business dining.

We began our meal with a standout appetizer: a beautifully prepared Thai papaya salad. Bursting with freshness, it combined crisp shredded papaya, juicy tomatoes, crushed peanuts, lime, and a subtle touch of fish sauce. The flavors were vibrant and perfectly balanced, refreshing enough that I could have happily made a full meal out of it alone.

For my main course, I ordered the yellow curry with shrimp, served alongside a portion of steamed rice. The curry was rich, aromatic, and full of depth, with just the right level of spice to bring out the flavors without overwhelming the palate. The shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the portion size for both the appetizer and entrée was generous without being excessive.

The overall dining experience was excellent, from the quality of the food to the attentiveness of the service. Aroy Thai Cafe is versatile enough for many occasions: a quick lunch, a relaxed dinner, takeout for a cozy night in, or even a casual business meal. Whether you’re dining with family, friends, colleagues, or simply on your own, this spot delivers authentic, flavorful Thai dishes in an inviting setting.

I highly recommend Aroy Thai Cafe to anyone in Houston looking for fresh, delicious Thai food paired with warm...

We went in for lunch on a Friday and place was not packed so it was nice and quiet.

We ordered the chicken pad Thai, chicken Aroy fried rice, and papaya salad. When first trying a restaurant we like to order the classic first as an indicator. We would definitely be back to try other dishes. Their Thai hot spice is truly Thai hot and my husband enjoyed it.

Our only issue was when they came with our total on one of those card swipe machines. We didn’t get to see an itemized receipt so when they gave us the total, it felt off to me. They did NOT let me know that tip was already included. I decided to click “no tip” and have the receipt text to me to check out why the cost was so high as I had cash on me in case I needed to leave cash tip. It was just my husband, our daughter, and myself. Somehow they neglected to tell me they auto added the large party gratuity on my check. I thought it...