"When you want panang curry with a view, Tuk Tuk is the spot. Their covered rooftop frames a night scene of twinkling skyscrapers lighting up the Buckhead skyline. On your way to the outdoor section, you’ll pass through the massive, high-ceiling dining room, where every social subset in Atlanta blends into one—the business crowd, friends playing catch up, and couples looking for a casual meal away from their own kitchens. Since this comes from the family behind Nan Thai Fine Dining (which still tops our list of best Thai spots in the city), expect a few great dishes that undoubtedly make their parent restaurant proud—like the creamy panang chicken and comforting ba mee moo dang. But just avoid the bland pad thai, where Tuk Tuk falls short. Food Rundown video credit: Juli Horsford Nuea Swan These crispy bits of beef jerky are smoky, and a bite of the meat along with the crispy rice noodles that sit at the bottom of the bowl make for a nice texture combo. Jerky fans and skeptics alike need this one on their table. photo credit: Juli Horsford Roti Ke-Yo Whan It’s perfectly flaky and the ideal vessel to sop up every bit of the spicy green chutney that comes with it. If you’re ordering a curry, get this because you can do the same with that sauce too. photo credit: Andrew Thomas Lee Ba Mee Moo Dang Everything about this dish screams comfort—from the hot broth to the filling egg noodles. The smoky pieces of thinly sliced pork are just an added bonus. video credit: Juli Horsford Pad Thai It pains us that this Thai staple doesn’t hit here. If you looked up the definition of bland, there’d be a photo of this pad thai. Panang Chicken This staple doesn’t disappoint. It’s creamy, rich, and a little nutty. And there’s a good amount of chicken mixed with green beans that provide just enough crunch to keep the textures interesting." - Juli Horsford
