Thai Siam Restaurant — Restaurant in Seattle

Thai Siam, a gastronomic haven where flavors dance like fireflies on a balmy night, leaving an indelible mark upon the soul. This enchanting culinary oasis is a testament to the artistry of Thai cuisine.

Upon crossing its threshold, I am transported to the bustling streets of Bangkok, where the fragrant symphony of lemongrass, coconut, and fresh herbs envelops me like a silken embrace. The décor, reminiscent of a Thai temple, with ornate carvings and the soft glow of lanterns, invites me to embark on a sensory pilgrimage.

The menu, a veritable tome of delights, guides me through a labyrinth of choices. From the silky Pad Thai, an orchestra of sweet, sour, and spicy, to the red and green curries, each a masterpiece of complexity and depth, I am cast adrift in a sea of exquisite choices.

The servers, gracious and knowledgeable, narrate the story of each dish. Their recommendations transform a simple meal into an epic journey. The aromatic treasures that arrive at the table are a testament to the culinary expertise and passion of the kitchen.

And let us not forget the wondrous desserts, like the sweet finale of a grand opera, offering solace in the form of mango with sticky rice or the ethereal coconut ice cream.

Thai Siam is more than a restaurant; it's a portal to the heart of Thailand. It's where dreams of exotic culinary adventures come true, and where each bite tells a tale of tradition, love, and perfection. With five stars, I celebrate this culinary sanctuary where the flavors of Thailand flourish in all their...

TDLR: get dessert and try a drink. Food is very fresh!

Dimly but comfortably lit. Menu items are a little on the pricey side. Large menu with lots of options. Dessert and drink menu displayed on table. Check it out!

Service: wait to be seated, order at table, check brought to table, leftovers will be boxed for you.

Fresh Rolls: I'm impressed by the freshness of this. The veggies in the rolls were very crisp! They do contain cilantro for those of you who aren't a fan. The plum sauce is very good. I'm also a fan of the thin vermicelli noodles. Peanut sauce is on the average side for me. If you want really good peanut sauce go to Chaiyo Thai.

Satay: the chicken ok by itself--not much flavor--so you really gotta use that peanut sauce. Cucumber salad was very fresh and tangy but there is very little of it. Tip: don't inhale with your mouth when you take a bite--the vinegar will exorcise your throat of any and all vermin if you do!

Siam Pad Thai: typical pad Thai but a lot of it. Got zero spice and was pleased. Pork slices were pretty generous--the noodle to meat ratio was acceptable; you know how some places totally skimp out on the goods? This place didn't seem to.

Tropical Sundae: sticky rice was very good, mango slices were refreshing and had a nice tang to the soft sweetness, coconut whip cream was tasty, coconut ice cream had a frozen slushee texture and tasted "ok"--was expecting it to...

Terrible! The khao soi was an OFFENSE. I've tried several khao soi's in Seattle, all were similar, and all captured the taste of the authentic version. Then there was this THING. A bunch of lousy ingredients tossed together with no regard to the genuine dish: generic curry base, low quality noodles, cheap thin white "fried noodles" that dissolved immediately, generic chicken pieces rather than the mandated drumstick. All DRENCHED in lime. I couldn't get through it, and threw most of it out. Oh, and at $15 it was also the most expensive khao soi I've had. Unforgivable!

The "delightful" fried rice may well have come from Trader Joe's frozen food section. For their premium, they kindly add a few pieces of brocolli and generic chicken. Finally, there was the broccoli chicken. Broccoli and chicken is precisely what they advertise, and broccoli chicken is precisely what you get. Boring, but the most edible of this sorry spread. Sorry, rice is not included.

There are much much better Thai restaurants, for example Kiin Kiin Thai down the road. Skip this...