DAEK THAI EATERY — Restaurant in Miami

I was on the fence between 3 and 4 stars but unfortunately I had to settle on the accurate rating which is 3. I had ordered to- go a few times in the past with semi mixed results including the most recent to- go order where I ordered the shrimp pad thai and made a small mention to the host that I typically like it a little more well done… unfortunately what I received seemed quite the opposite on the noodles and on the shrimp… doesn’t help that one time prior to that I had to request that one of my dishes be put down a bit longer… Still I had higher hopes for this restaurant. I dined in last night to get an official review. I will say that the layout and location is great! Semi small size but it suffices to serve their customer base. I will also mention that their menu is quite small (reference photos for main menu), and their hours are quite tight as listed online, they are only open about 4-5 hours a day, six days a week. I think the small menu size and small hour window can be interpreted differently by different people, for instance some might appreciate the concise menu suggestions while some might want more options. In either case I essentially left these variables out of the review and left them up to the interpretation of the consumer. To get to the meat and potatoes of my dine in experience, as I mentioned in the opening line of my review, all it did was solidified the 3 star status. I ended up going with the pad thai again, however trying a different protein and going with the beef. The order was… ok. My biggest issue was that the server/ bartender forgot to ask me my spice level preference! She sort of glazed it in without me noticing and then she did one of my big pet peeves which is asked me how the food was as I was still chewing my first bite! I didn’t talk to her for the rest of the meal until I had maybe 2 bites left on my plate! I will say that the lack of spice made the dish very salty and sultry. I usually get spice level 3 out of 5 so that hiccup certainly left a bad taste in my mouth. Additionally, the red peppers that are used for decor only go on the ‘for here’ orders, so I was surprised to find them as I had only ever ordered to- go. My issue with these is that they don’t seem appetizing and they honestly do nothing to make the dish look any better, so I’m not sure where they’re going with that one. I could say more about the not so good service but I think I’ve made my point. My ticket all told for the pad thai and a sprite was roughly $23 before I tipped $5 cash. In short, it’s kind of a trendy downtown dinner restaurant with a cool layout and vibe, however the food and service is quite average at best. I’m sure I will pop by time to time to get something quick to- go, but will not likely be a regular and probably will not be...

We had a wonderful dining experience at this small yet inviting restaurant. The cozy ambiance immediately made us feel welcome, and the attentive, friendly staff ensured our evening was thoroughly enjoyable from start to finish.

I began with the Tom Kha soup with chicken—a beautifully balanced dish with a creamy coconut base and just the right touch of citrusy zest. For our main courses, we shared the Red and Green curry dishes, both of which were outstanding. Each offered a harmonious blend of heat and texture, rich in flavor without being overwhelming.

One of the standout dishes of the night was a special: the crispy duck. Perfectly cooked with a delightful crunch and savory depth, it was truly memorable.

To pair with our meal, we opted for an organic Sauvignon Blanc, which turned out to be an excellent choice—light, crisp, and wonderfully refreshing on a warm, steamy summer evening, especially alongside the subtly spicy dishes.

To top it off, the manager graciously offered us a tasting of a unique and refreshing house concoction made with beer, sake, and passion fruit. It was a creative and invigorating end to a...

Newest update: We had another great evening at DAEK. However we'd like to mention that Roman has been doing an amazing job since he joined the team one year ago. He is definitely a character and brings all his heart and passion to this place. Beside Chris he is the person to go to! Thumbs up, Roman! @ Management DAEK: Time for a promotion! Absolutely authentic Thai food and high quality Sushi. Our favorite server Chris is constantly providing an outstanding service and he has this feeling what his guests like (Happy belated Birthday Chris:)). He always surprises us with new recommendations. The co-server, Roman, is always super polite and courteous. We came to this place for the first time on an evening when Lung Yai was so packed and the owner told us about his brand new place which is not even listed in google, but if we don't have time to wait we can try his new place. We took the chance to drive to DAEK and we just love it. Thank you team DAEK! oh, and I forgot the amazing Mango and...