Thai Smile — Restaurant in Waterbury

Came here with some friends during a snow boarding trip. The place was well decorated with a small amount of dine in seating. It was packed. People in every seat including the waiting room and tons of people picking up carry out. Good signs. We got seated and a man with some sick tatoos who I think may have been an owner (not sure) was serving the whole restaraunt and doing carry out. Absolute boss. He was hilarious. After ordering the Basil duck, he said "you gone learn something today."

I sure did learn something. This place slaps. Everything was really tastey. I got their wings, tom yum, and duck basil. My friends got another duck curry dish with pinneapple lychi and some other things. We were all blown away by the flavors of everything. The wings were top notch, duck was super tender with a crunchy exterior, garnished beautifully with some crunchy basil leaves. The tom yum had so many flavors and you could taste each ingredient individually. I also got shrimp with it, which were perfectly cooked. I tried some.of the duck curry and holy moley was it delicious. The duck was so tender and just melted in your mouth.

Do yourselves a favor, youll be smiling for sure after coming here. At least get carryout but dining in is the true experience. The man who was waiting tables is a boss and it was a pleasure to eat there. We will definitely come back if in the area again....

We went in around 8:10pm, not realizing they’d be closing soon. There were still 2 tables finishing up. We ordered within the 10 minutes, not wanting to stay past their closing time. Having worked at a good industry myself, the service received was not expected. I guess Asian provides great hospitality is a generalization. We’ve been to tiny Thai in Winooski, VT that serves similar food and the food and people met our expectations but this one did not. No accommodation or respect. Definitely felt like they have beef with their own kinds…treating certain folks with more respect compared to others. Pretty racist. We left by 8:38pm because we could not digest the food and the vibes that were being expressed. We had ordered pad ke mao and tofu and vegetable fried rice. Understandably if we ordered medium there’s a kick to the flavor, but one bite of the overcooked noodles and our stomach was burning rather than our mouths. We let waitress know it’s too spicy even for a medium and she blankly stared at us and responded “it’s medium”. Not sure if customer focused industry should handle feedback in this manner. I’m sure a lot of people go to this small business to support it and good for them but they really need to start being intentional about the way they treat different...

During a spontaneous road trip through Vermont, I stumbled upon this hidden gem of a Thai restaurant nestled along the way. Located somewhere on the journey, it was a delightful surprise to discover such culinary excellence in an unexpected place. While I can't pinpoint its proximity to a town, I can confirm it's close to the Ben and Jerry's ice cream factory, which adds to its allure.

The food at this cozy Thai joint is nothing short of extraordinary. The papaya salad transcended my taste buds to another realm, boasting flavors that were simply out of this world. The Khao Soi noodle dish stole the show with its unparalleled deliciousness, making it a standout among Thai cuisine experiences. Additionally, the chicken wings were a perfect blend of crispy and succulent, while the Thai fried rice was an absolute delight, leaving me craving for more.

Overall, this restaurant is a must-visit for anyone traveling through the area or craving authentic Thai flavors. With its mouthwatering dishes and cozy ambiance, it's sure to leave a lasting impression on any food enthusiast.

Don’t forget to grab some guava candies on your way out, it’s...