Café Equator Thai Cuisine — Restaurant in Metairie

Holy moly! I was pleasantly surprised!

Where do I start? My sis and I stopped here kind of impromptu. We just wanted somewhere to sit and eat for lunch.

So first off there was no parking when we got there. We were told we could park in the breauxmart parking lot across the street, which is no problem. They do have a small parking lot in the back like 4 or 5 cars worth of parking spaces, so keep that in mind when you pull up. Upon entry we were greeted so courteously and we were seated right away. It's a smaller, more intimate restaurant. The environment was calm and low-key. The music was not loud and overbearing like you'd find at some restaurants, so we didn't have to scream at each other to hold a conversation. It was just right. For apps we had the fried calamari, delicious! We destroyed that! For main course, I had the ginger tori (chicken) and my sister had the grilled pork. Oh. My. Gosh. The food here: AMAZING! Everything was fresh and so tasty! I couldn't stop eating, I didn't even pause for a breath. It was that good. The food was seasoned just right and everything blended so perfectly. The egg roll was so good but my only gripe: the egg roll was too small, two bites and it's gone, haha. The sauce they provided for that was fantastic. Everything was cooked to perfection. Oh, by the way, your dishes come with rice. It's not on the menu but it comes with it. You can always order extra on the side. The portions too are a healthy amount. Overall, a great dining experience but my only issues are the parking and the tiny egg rolls. Apart from that, I would definitely recommend this spot for...

A Delicious Journey to Cafe Equator! I recently had the pleasure of dining at Cafe Equator for lunch, and it was a truly satisfying experience from start to finish. If you're looking for flavorful Thai cuisine with a cozy ambiance, this is definitely a spot to check out. To kick things off, I opted for the Garlic Ribs as an appetizer, and they were an absolute hit. Tender and succulent, each rib was generously coated in a fragrant garlic sauce that was savory and subtly sweet. They were cooked to perfection, falling right off the bone – a fantastic start to the meal! For my main course, I went with the Drunken Noodles, and they certainly didn't disappoint. The wide, flat noodles were perfectly stir-fried with just the right amount of chewiness, and the dish had a wonderful balance of spicy, savory, and fresh flavors. The vegetables were crisp, and the protein (I chose chicken, but they offer other options) was well-integrated. It was a hearty and incredibly satisfying lunch that left me feeling perfectly content. Beyond the delicious food, Cafe Equator has a warm and inviting atmosphere, and the service was attentive and friendly. It's a great spot for a casual lunch or a more intimate dinner. I highly recommend Cafe Equator and will certainly be returning to explore more...

My experience with Café Equator Thai Cuisine has repeatedly been no less than adequate. It is probably my favorite Thai cuisine in Metairie. The chances of you getting good Thai food in New Orleans is high because of the density of Thai population is East N.O. is high. This place's aesthetic is minimalist and rustic with central see-through displays that contain various pottery teapots. The lunch portions are generally generous enough to make two meal portions out of it, depending on how much you eat. The restroom is cozy, tucked away, and may take some adventuring into backroom storage space. Be aware that if the rain is heavy on your visit that there may be some flooding around the lot and the entrance. My photos should give you an idea of what to expect concerning the inside aesthetic, restrooms, and lunch costs pre-tip.

Update: I tried the Tom Yum street food version and believe it is the star of the show. It is not as sweet as the Koong version, which is a pro for me, and it has a wonderfully savory flavor. You will find the cilantro flavor strong and may want to avoid if you think it tastes like soap. As for me, I highly...