Restaurant Review

Delight Your Taste Buds Craving Thai

                                                                                By Jami Miller

            Hidden in the Douglasville Promenade Plaza located at 2911 Chapel Hill Rd. the Taste of Thai will satisfy any stomach grumbling for Thai cuisine.

            No reservations are needed for this casual dining experience that stands out for its bold curries and friendly service.  The Taste of Thai provides well prepared dishes with generous portions at reasonable prices.  Each dish averages $9 to $15.

            Sat and greeted immediately, I first noticed how clean this establishment was.  The servers bus the tables immediately after each guest leaves.  The floor didn’t have a spot on it and the bathrooms were filled with all the necessities.  The restaurant almost looked brand new but Cindy Barnes has operated and owned the Taste of Thai for over nine years now.

            Although small and simply decorated, the atmosphere of the Taste of Thai is extremely relaxed.  The layout of the tables doesn’t provide too much privacy, however they are spread out enough not to be crowded.  Dim lighting and quiet sounds of wind-chimes float in the background providing the perfect setting for lunch with friends, a date or just a nice dinner out.

            I first ordered a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon from their limited beer and wine selection, but with over 252 items on the menu, I found it hard to decide what to order to eat.

            I started with the Thai Spring Rolls as an appetizer.  They were crispy on the outside and full of flavor on the inside.  The Thai sweet and sour sauce served with the spring rolls added a hint of sweetness to the already delicious dish.

            Every lunch entrée at the Taste of Thai begins with an amazing chicken coconut soup made with mushrooms, scallions, chicken and coconut milk.  Each ingredient complimented one another and was evenly distributed in every taste.

            For the entrée, I sampled the cashew-nut chicken and the spicy garlic chicken.  Both entrees came with steamed, white rice, were extremely flavorful, not too spicy but had a subtle kick to them.  The moist and tender chicken combined with the fresh vegetables infused in the sauces well.  Both dishes had a great blend of spices balanced with sweetness and salt.

            Justin Stewart, a first-time diner, described his experience as “absolutely amazing.”  He also said, “Everything is fresh, sautéed perfectly and still has a nice bite.”

            The service was pleasant from the moment I walked in the door until the moment I left.  I was instantly greeted with a smile and I felt welcomed.  Ronny Saechang, our server, was knowledgeable and described the dishes thoroughly.  He was very professional and our drinks never went empty.

            Saechang has worked at the Taste of Thai now for over seven years and said, “It’s the best place to work.  I would never serve anywhere else.  It’s a good environment.  The customers are great and we have a good owner.”

            The Taste of Thai serves lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday.  The hours of operation fall between 11 a.m. and 10 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. until 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sundays but is closed on Mondays.