Thai Crystal — Restaurant in Pendleton

the person who attended us at the entrance very unfriendly took us to a table put the on the table and left without even saying a Word and we had to change the table because the sun was on our faces in addition to the air conditioning the cold air was going in our backs well nothing serious we changed the table ourselves but wheres the kindness that should be given to the customers, but on the contrary the waitress who took the order very kind attentive and helpful, about the food the Truth, we had already eaten Thai food before, so we already knew what it was about and its flavors, the vegetable rolls were very loose they looked big but when you took them with your hand they were not tight and when you grab the rolls the vegetables inside would fall, we asked for pineapple rice and the truth you could really taste the Yellow curry it had too much curry and it doesn't work like that pineapple rice does not have Peas or veggies, pineapple rice is supposed to taste sweet not a curry flavor and the pineapple rice was too yellow, it wasn't because of the pineapple, no it was the color of the curry thats how much curry they put, we honestly couldn't finish it, the tum-ka soup wasn't that bad but it wasn't how it is normally done, it was too sweet and after eating half of the cup you already felt too heavy to finish it, and the next day after eating the Thai food im still burping a lot and its because of the Thai food, the fried rice lacked flavor it was very simple, the chowmein was not bad but again too simple my family loves Thai food but this time it was a failure the only reason I give 2 stars is because the waitres was super friendly and kind. If the owners read this comment and if they really know how to make Thai food I think you can really improve the food. Nothing bad just really try to improve it PLEASE...

Where to begin? The panang as made was outstanding! Perfect amount of rice to go with it. Had to sample the basil fried rice as well, and it was also super yummy (I love Thai basil and the slight black licorice taste). Pad Thai was tasty, but a little sweet for my taste. We think a lime wedge and a little more peanuts would have done the trick. Red curry was delicious, also a little on the sweet side. PadMee was a friend’s recommendation and it was a good one! PadMee is a great intro to Thai food if you’re unsure. Note: it’s also made from egg noodles, so gluten sensitive-beware! For several dishes, the green onions are chopped a little long for our taste. Spice levels are pretty standard for Thai restaurants in America. We think a 2 is well spiced and you can still taste the food. Expect a normal heat level with their spice...

Let me start by saying that the staff were incredibly kind, helpful, and provided prompt service. Additionally, the restaurant was decently clean and the atmosphere was calm.

Onto the less desirable traits...

I like to order on the spicy side, but their "3" was hardly more than black pepper. I ordered the Swimming Rama with tofu. The flavor of the sauce was decent, but several bites in and the "thick" part of the sauce was gone and my food was left in a watery peanut sauce "soup." Not good. I also ordered a Thai tea, which was exceptionally milky without the typical Thai tea flavor. I didn't finish my drink since I couldn't stomach that much milkiness.

Pricing was typical for this type of fare.

While I was thankful for a non-burger option in Pendleton, I would not return to...