Chao Baan

Five Stars for Chao Baan! My daughter and I visited Chao Baan, a Thai restaurant in The Grove just outside of St. Louis, for the first time, and it absolutely blew us away. The service was fantastic. Our waiter went above and beyond, offering thoughtful recommendations across the menu. He didn’t just suggest dishes at random—he described each one in detail, from presentation to flavors, and helped us choose based on spice preferences, which was perfect since my daughter prefers mild dishes. The food? Phenomenal. We started with the fried potstickers, which were perfectly crisp and paired with an amazing dipping sauce. For our mains, we had the Thai fried rice with beef and the Khao Soi. The Thai fried rice was seasoned beautifully, with tender slices of beef cooked to perfection. It wasn’t spicy, which suited my daughter, but it was packed with flavor. As for the Khao Soi—this was my first time trying it, and I can honestly say it was phenomenal. The rich, creamy curry with noodles might just be the freshest, most flavorful Thai dish I’ve had in St. Louis. On top of all that, the food came out incredibly fast, piping hot, and bursting with flavor. If you’re looking for fresh, authentic Thai cuisine with impeccable service, Chao Baan is a must-visit. It’s easily one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in St. Louis, and I’m already planning to go back.

I came here for dinner because I was craving Thai food. Upon arrival, I was immediately seated at my table, and a server came to get my drink and appetizer orders. I knew what I wanted the moment I sat down. I ordered Thai tea, eggroll, and beef Kua Ling. The food was okay, and it was bland. I was expecting so much flavor, like most Thai food places I have visited. I guess this place was a spot if you wanted a quick Asian food when you are super hungry. The interior of the restaurant is cute, and it is very welcoming. I wish the food were better, though.

Visited the area for work and decided to try this thai place since I've heard good things. The server was great and the restaurant is cute/ambiance is good. The drinks were great and appetizer (fish cake) was good. However, the pad see ewe was very heavy on the soy sauce and is salty. The noodles were thin and not the normal wide thick rice noodles I'm used to. The flavor just wasn't there for me. The papaya salad was good but just too sweet even for a medium spice. The steak salad flavor was great but the meat itself is very dry - not sure if it's just the area but the meat was lacking. The pad thai was mushy since it was overcooked. I didn't like it very much. The flavor isn't bad but doesn't really taste like pad thai, just like stir fry noodles that's been soaked too long and then cooked which caused the mushiness of the noodles. The sticky rice itself was also mushy which was disappointing as well. Overall, the flavors were okay. I'm not sure if I would recommend this as a good place to go for authentic thai food but good for drinks and appetizers.

The place is modern chic. I love the diversity that it offered. The hostess was nice and our server (young male) was attentive and friendly. The food was good. We came on a Monday evening. It wasn’t busy and the food came out very fresh. I personally enjoyed the flavors. They were overwhelmingly drowned out by sauce. My 15 year old is a picky eater and he really enjoyed his dish. Some things to note, there are no salt/pepper/soy sauce/or other sauces on the tables so you do have to ask for those. The menus are a QR code, so you should be familiar with using that ahead of time. Also, the sodas are canned. (No free refills) It’s in The Grove so it has that casual, lowkey, eclectic vibe. There’s plenty of seating and open space. Overall, it was a good experience.

Every-time I've came here, my experience has always been top tier. Essa is our favorite server and the food here is authentic and amazing. They do a little happy hour during the week and you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. There was a one time when my order wasn't correct but the server and manager corrected it swiftly. They promised if it wasn't up to my liking, they would be more than happy to try again.

The restaurant is lovely. Beautifully decorated and lots of seating. Service could be a little better. They weren’t about any conversation. Just taking orders and bringing the food. Drinks were decent… strong. The food was delicious. We tried the kha soi and spicy kee mao noodles. Both were excellent. I suggest skipping the cucumber salad. Nothing to write home about and not what I imagined. I’ve returned twice since the initial visit.

I enjoyed this place, but my food was fried too hard. I’d go back and try again. Service was great. I think because we went at opening and they were short staffed, the food was rushed.

Limited staff (sign posted on host podium), but delicious food. The portions are more than generous. We ordered #CrabRangoon to share and I had the fried tofu Pad Thai medium. It was yummy even as leftovers! Street parking available. Would recommend.

If you are reading this, you need to go here! Your food search is over. The flavors and dishes are so delicious. My parents and I dined a few weeks back for dinner. We thought we had ample time to try out the entrees, but my wife had an emergency. We had to order appetizers instead of entrees because we were short on time. Service was very attentive and the location is very modern. We got our appetizers out in no time at all. We appreciated the flexibility and will be back.

A girls night out dinner on a Saturday, I was surprised this spot wasn't more busy! The place has plenty of space for large or small groups and there is outside seating for days with better weather. The three of us were sat in a booth and service was prompt. The server was knowledgeable about the menu and provided his recommendations of the Khao Soi and the Kua Kling, both we ordered. When our third guest was thinking of ordering the Four Kings of Thailand dish, he was able to direct her that the portion size would be generous, which is was in comparison to our other two dishes. Of the three, the Khao Soi was probably my favorite with a rich, spiced coconut broth and a delightful blend of textures from the chicken, noodles, and garnish. The Kua Kling was a close second with delicious notes of lemongrass in the paste. That dish was certainly the smallest portion of the three. Overall, will be back. The bang for your buck here is excellent and staff is friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable.

Solid Thai spot!! Got delivery. Here's what I tried: -Pad See Ew: 9/10 - Highly enjoyed! The wide flat rice noodles were perfectly cooked and the chicken/sauce/broccoli was all very flavorful. -Pad Thai: 6/10 - Large portion and very limey but it was pretty average. My boyfriend said it was okay. -Fried chicken dumplings: 5.5/10 - I'm not super into fried dumplings but these were fine. The filling just wasn't super flavorful, though. -Tom Kha: 8/10 - Your standard thom kha, delicious and flavorful. Packed full of mushrooms, very coconutty, but the chicken and bamboo had not my favorite texture. Overall, not bad. Thai food done as you expect!

Not my most favorite Thai restaurant in St. Louis. The service was extremely slow. The restaurant was a little busy so maybe they were short staffed. We ordered crispy spring rolls to start with and didn't care too much for it. The inside was a little too mushy and the sauce was runny. Ordered 4 Kings of Thailand and Pad See Ew. Both had good flavor. My favorite was the coconut juice. We'll be back if we are in the neighborhood.

I love Thai food. As soon as I heard about this Thai place I wanted to try it. The location is great. I love the atmosphere and modern simplicity of the restaurant. The service was good, no complaints. I ordered the Khao Soi. I've had this dish at another restaurant and loved it so I wanted to try it here. It was just as delicious. I think I prefer it at Chao Baan because it was not as spicy here. I got to choose my heat level, and medium was just right. I could also choose how I wanted the tofu cooked, I chose soft. I also ordered a glass of the Bernard Griffin riesling. Not my favorite riesling but it was good. The food is reasonably priced and the portions are just right. My friend ordered the Panang Curry and she also loved it! I definitely recommend Chao Baan for all the Thai food lovers. I will definitely return!

Excellent customer service and excellent food. The prices, portions and flavor were all where they needed to be. The server put in extra time and attention to make sure dietary restrictions and allergies were accommodated. The bar was able to make mixed drinks, which was unfortunate, but we were still granted happy hour pricing on our apps.

Amazing food, and amazing service. The massaman curry cannot be beat. Highly recommend

I absolutely love Chao Baan! If you're craving Thai, this restaurant is a must-try. I've eaten in the restaurant for dine-in and ordered for carry-out multiple times now. I will say that it sometimes seems like you get a larger portion of food if you dine-in. Regardless, the food is consistently fresh and delicious. I always order Pad See Ew, and I especially love the noodles. In my most recent dine-in experience, our food came out to the table so quickly. Very speedy service! Our server was unbelievably friendly and authentically enthusiastic. I could tell that he genuinely enjoys his work. Unfortunately I didn't catch his name, but I can't say enough great things about the quality service he provided. The restaurant is always very clean, welcoming, and trendy. They have a couple large tables that seem like they would be great for bigger groups. No complaints from me about this place!

I'll start by saying that Chao Baan is one of my favorite restaurants in town to order Pad Thai. The dish is served with the option of either chicken or tofu or you can elect to order it with pork (+1) or beef or shrimp (+4). Spice levels can be adjusted per order, and range from mild, medium, to hot. Each time I've ordered this dish, it's consistently met my expectations for quality and price per serving. With that being said, I do not recommend this restaurant for the dining experience. I've been on three separate occasions and each time the dining area has felt in need of a deep clean and the service has been below average. I will continue to order take-out, but will not be dining in-person.

We had a really nice experience here. The atmosphere is really nice. I loved the look of the place, especially the bar. We also had prompt and kind service. Most importantly, the food and Mocktail I had was delicious. I appreciate the server's knowledge of the gluten free menu items and thoroughly enjoyed being able to eat gluten free fried rice. I left feeling good, which is much appreciated. I will definitely bring back. I wish I had come here sooner!

Tried this spot for the first time. Beautiful inside. The appetizers were very delicious. However, a few turnoffs: server kept losing his train of thought while explaining the menu. He was very nice though and overall his service was very good. And the pad see eew tasted burnt to me. But overall I'd give this place another chance.

Our Thai food dreams have once again been fulfilled! We lost our favorite local Thai restaurant spot to it's relocation about a year ago (if you're local to the Tower Grove area you know). We ordered through DoorDash and got the basics to try it out that first time around. We were so incredibly happy to see quality prepared food and fresh flavors. My mouth is watering even now writing about it. I cant speak much for service and ambiance sense we haven't yet visited in person but we will be shortly I'm sure because I'm still craving the goodness.

Visiting St. Louis with family and was told this was one of the best Thai places around here. I love Thai food and can get a lot of great options in Chicago. My expectations are a bit high. The restaurant has plenty of space and is modern and sleek. It wasn't crowded, so we were seated quickly. We did family style with the dishes so everyone could try things. No alcoholic drinks, but we ordered hot tea. Our waitress was friendly but was a little slow and took awhile to bring everything we needed. We started with the cucumber salad, spring rolls and potstickers. My favorite was probably the cucumbers. They were a vinegar base and had crunch/flavor. Spring rolls were second- the dipping sauce was really good. The rolls were crispy but a bit mushy on the inside. The potstickers were my least favorite as the filling inside was just ok. For our main dishes we got Pad Thai with chicken (mild), Beef Nam Tok (mild), Spicy Kee Mao Noodles with chicken (medium) and Massaman Curry with beef (hot). My favorite dish was hands down Spicy Kee Mao Noodles with chicken. It had great flavor with a kick. The Massaman Curry was my next favorite. The dishes we got in mild to me were more bland, so I was a bit disappointed. The Pad Thai is very average, so I wouldn't get it again. The Beef Nam Tok was similar. I would go back, but stick to certain dishes they do well. I wish Yelp allowed half stars! Overall 3.5/5

I visited Chao Baan during their happy hour and it was super delicious! Their menu is actually a great deal and you get a bang for your buck. We tried the potstickers and the fried chicken wings and both were SO good and portions were large. The space is very large and pretty. Tons of natural light which I love for a good happy hour. I would love to come back for dinner because the menu all sounded good.

The place was pretty empty when we came in so the service was fast and the food came out quickly. It was a cute restaurant with lots of natural lighting so eating there felt refreshing and vibrant. We ordered Khao Soi, first time trying this dish. The coconut-infused broth, especially with the chicken, is flavorful and well-balanced. The interplay of crispy and soft noodles adds a nice texture, making each bite satisfying. The pickled mustard greens and shallots bring in a tangy kick that complements the richness of the broth, and a squeeze of lime ties it all together. We also ordered the Pad Thai, and that was a decent dish as well. We come from major food cities such as Houston and Chicago so Asian food over there is definitely overall better. However the Pad Thai here was seasoned and still held its own. Both were straightforward yet well-executed dishes that hit the spot, earning it a solid 4/5 in my book.

Chao Baan is a Thai restaurant located in the Grove. I have come here many times and usually order their Pad Thai for takeout. I wanted to try something new today and based on my experience, I think I will stick to the Pad Thai. I ordered their fried potstickers, Pad See Ew with tofu, and Thai Me Up cocktail. The server was very kind and gave me recommendations on the most popular dishes and drinks ordered. In addition, our food came out quickly. I ordered all of her recommendations in the spirit of trying something new. I gave this restaurant 4 stars based on all of my previous very positive experiences but was slightly disappointed this time due to the food and cocktail that I ordered this time. The for the Pad See Ew tofu was fried very dark and the sauce was very salty. The fried potstickers tasted pre-prepared and warmed up to serve. The Thai Me Up Cocktail tasted fresh but not to my personal taste. I will continue to come back but will stick to my usual order of tofu or pork Pad Thai and Gai Tod (marinated wings).

This was a really yummy spot! I visited Saint Louis for work and was craving Thai Food. Chao Baan was in a not-so-great part of town but it was definitely an area that was being gentrified. The plaza it was in had other food and businesses and was extremely appealing! I ordered the crab ragoons, a Thai tea and the pad Thai. My boyfriend got the Panang curry. Everything was truly delicious and I'd certainly recommend it!

Very spacious and modern Thai restaurant. Chao Baan offers some Northern Thailand dishes such as Khao soi, Sai Grog, Gai Tod, etc. that not many Thai restaurants in St. Louis serve. However, I did not have a great dining experience here. We placed our order and paid through a Toast QR code at our table. We waited for almost an hour for our food, and the server barely came to check on us. From my Thai cuisine experience, I wasn't impressed with the quality of the dishes here. The beef Nam Tok was kinda chewy and lacking of flavor. Gai Tod (wings) were dry and tasted old. The rest of my order was just alright. The only item I liked was the coconut ice cream. I wouldn't recommend this place for authentic Thai food but perhaps a nice restaurant for people new to Thai food.

This was not my plate but I had to sample some! It was great. I ordered the Pad See Eew. The food was great but the service wasnt so good. Our waiter was very kind and helped us out. We had a large group and noticed that people were coming in after us but being served before us. We waited almost an hour for our food the food was great but dealing with large groups was not.

I came here for dinner because I was craving Thai food. Upon arrival, I was immediately seated at my table, and a server came to get my drink and appetizer orders. I knew what I wanted the moment I sat down. I ordered Thai tea, eggroll, and beef Kua Ling. The food was okay, and it was bland. I was expecting so much flavor, like most Thai food places I have visited. I guess this place was a spot if you wanted a quick Asian food when you are super hungry. The interior of the restaurant is cute, and it is very welcoming. I wish the food were better, though.

I tried Chao Baan for takeout and the Green curry was out of this world! Perfect combination of sweetness, cream, and spice. I got the fried tofu for protein which has a great texture. The proportion of curry is enough for 2 meals. I will definitely need to visit in person to try more dishes!

The food is 5 star but the rest is 4 star . They are vegetarian and vegan friendly which I absolutely love . They also have great cocktails and mocktails . We were a group of 6 people . The food was great but there was just one server and bartender for the entire restaurant. That made things rough despite their best efforts .

Fantastic little Thai place in the grove. The ambiance is quite solid for a date night. The food was very good especially at the price point. I've had Thai that's double the price and not as intricate or tasty. We shared the Massaman Curry, Khao Soi and Thai fried rice. Honestly all three were great, just depends on the mood you are in. Absolutely loved the sweet sausage with the Thai fried rice I'd recommend adding it. I think my fave was probably the Khao Soi though. It's a dish that's different from what I usually get at a Thai place. So many textures in one dish that worked well together. Server was very helpful too. Definitely will come here again!

We got Chao Baan for takeout last night! Our order was ready extremely fast and stayed warm! We got 3 apps and 2 entrees to share - the apps were all fantastic! We got crispy spring rolls, crab Rangoon, and cucumber salad. The spring rolls and crab Rangoon were perfect and everything you'd want from those 2 menu items! The cucumber salad was refreshing and light. It tasted different from your standard Chinese cucumber salad (no chili oil, but rather a vinegar based liquid?) The Spicy Kee Mao Noodles with Tofu wasn't spicy at all but had big chunks of noodles, tofu, and bell peppers and was delicious. The Pad Thai from here always hits and was fresh! I'm always glad that they put a lemon in for freshness of flavor as well.

I usually order take out but dine is amazing. I love their curry and their beef dish. The pad se ew is so gooddddd order every single time. Staff is always friends and their mango ice cream is to die for. Love this place. Order every month highly recommend!

Came here after a friend recommended it to me. I'm surprised I haven't heard of this place and it's not easily findable on Google Maps or Yelp, but I'm glad I came to try it out. Came on a weekend dinner and was able to get a table without a reservation which is nice. I decided to be more adventurous and get the Khao Soi, I would usually order the Pad Thai or curries otherwise, and I'm glad I did because it was delicious. I appreciate how many different ingredients there were in the dish from the pickled greens to the crispy egg noodles. The curry was extremely rich and went well with all the ingredients. I do have to say that the chicken didn't have a lot of flavor and seemed barely cooked, so I had to eat it with the pickled mustard greens for the flavors to come through. Overall, huge quantity and tasty meal! Would definitely come back, although I still stand firm that the best Thai food in St. Louis is Thai Country Cafe on the Loop. Would go to this place if going to get a drink at the Grove afterwards.

Love Thai food? Chao Baan is a "Must Try" if you haven't been! The food is delicious, they have great cocktail/mocktails, and a great patio looking over The Grove. They're open every day for dinner. Reservations recommended. They also offer delivery. MY FAVS: Grilled Eggplant, Pad See Ew, Red Curry

The khao Soi was absolutely delicious! It was so warming and fresh. I loved the cabbage and onions that came on top to help cut some of the flavors. I thought it was a super tasty dish and got it in medium spice. Next time I will definitely try hot. The service was quick and they had the nice QR codes to order but we still had a server take our orders which was nice.

Nice ambiance. Great food. Service wasn't great when we went. Waiter disappeared a couple times for an extended period. He didn't get much support from the rest of the staff. I saw people standing around doing nothing. The Red curry with chicken was excellent.

My favorite dish is the tofu laap! I literally get it every time I go. Service is always fast and friendly, although there is also an easy system where you can scan a QR code and order directly from your phone and pay your portion of the bill. Ambiance is always inviting and I've never had to wait to be seated.

If I could only rate more than 5 stars! Walked past this restaurant on my way from a coffee shop and I knew I had to walk in. I waited all afternoon until they opened, best decision. First of all the service and staff were kind hearted and spectacular. Secondly, I received devastating news while arriving- however their food and their music was perfect for the ambiance, I couldn't help but keep smiling. I came by myself and I ate up every single scrap in my plate. I ordered the Beef Nam Tok (Spicy- it wasn't that spicy, it was perfect level) and IT WAS PHENOMENAL! The flavor was impeccable! I will definitely be back again, I will always remember my first time coming here. It's the small things in life. My day could have turned south but the kindhearted staff and the power of amazing food made with passion & love made my day a great one THANK YOU CHAO BAAN! You made my Monday one of the best Monday's! Thank you for being open and continuing to put smiles on our faces & bellys!

Found another gem in St. Louis! The decor is modern and the food is delicious Thai fusion. Appetizer was coconut flakes, lime and bits of crunchy goodness on a ahúso leaf topped with a slightly seeet tamarind sauce. Noodles -- fried and egg noodles give this dish a great texture. The curry sauce was delicious and the shrimp was perfectly cooked. Beef-- thinly sliced beef with lime and chili , very refreshing . Inside is very modern and clean. Wait staff is very friendly . Too bad I won't be coming back to St. Louis. If I lived here, I would come here all the time !

Fast and very flavorful. And interestingly not too spicy! We ordered medium spiciness (which at other places is borderline too hot) and it was just right.

Had a hankering for curry and being out and around The Grove, I decided to try Chao Baan to-go. I ordered online, which was easy, and received my food earlier than the expected time. I just ordered Massaman Curry (Medium spice). Received that with rice. The curry was more watery than expected. I was disappointed in this meal. It was filling, but the protein and potatoes were bland. It doesn't seem like the items were marinated in the curry. The most flavor came from the peanuts, believe it or not. I like the spice level, but I don't think I'm going to order this again. Maybe I'll try the Pad Thai or a noodle based entrée.

Very yummy place! Big portions with big flavor. I've been here a couple times and it's always so good. They have great cocktails and mocktails as well. If you have not tried this place you gotta go.

Chao Baan is one of my favorite places to get Thai food in St. Louis! They have a great happy hour menu which runs Monday-Sunday from 4-6pm. The Tito's Tokay Boomer is a light and refreshing cocktail. My favorite dish is the Khao Tod Nam Sod which has great flavor. The service is quick, you use a QR code to access the menu and order from ToastTab. Highly recommend this as a delicious and relaxing dining experience.

Fresh, complex Thai cuisine, but a confusing dining experience. Environment: The restaurant feels open with high ceilings, well spaced out tables, and a variety of high tops, standard tables, and booths. The wood-themed ambiance feels elevated and consistent with that of other Thai restaurants around. Unfortunately, the praise in this regard stops there. They've implemented a VERY CONFUSING new ordering system such that everything is done through a web-app. You browse the menu, order, and pay through the app... the servers are only there to bring the food to our table seemingly. Even though we paid for our meal early, the kitchen seemingly never got our order and we waited unnecessarily for our meal, even though the restaurant was clearly not busy. We had to flag down a server to fix the situation... no one came to check on us or inquire why we were waiting for no reason. Once we got our food, no one came to check on us, give us more water, etc. until we had finished and it was time to pay the bill (which we already did earlier). It's confusing why a wait staff exists here when you can do everything through their website. This "convenience feature" ruins the dining experience... 2/5, just barely, Food/Drink: We tried the Spicy Kee Mao Noodles and the Pad See Ew. To be honest, the taste doesn't feel the most authentic, but they develop the flavors of the dishes very well with fresh ingredients and fresh spices. The Kee Mao Noodles especially had a layers of complexity with the addition of the white wine and the vegetables were still very crispy. Both dishes are on the sweeter side, but getting the 'Hot' spice option provided a good balance that made us want to keep eating. The chicken is average, on par with that from other Thai restaurants. Definitely left you craving more, but we wonder if this craving is because the authentic umami of these noodle dishes were lacking. Would still recommend giving both dishes a try, as they're good in their own way... 4/5. The price point is a bit steep, but it can be justified by their quality food. We've tried their cocktails here in the past, and some are very good and some are mediocre. Unfortunately, we don't remember which ones were which, sorry! Rating: 3/5, the food is good but missing the spark of authenticity in our opinion. The service ruins this experience completely. Honestly would recommend carrying out from this restaurant instead of dining in because the food is still tasty and worth a try... just not our favorite Thai spot in town.

The food is very good! I think it's the best in the STL area. The inside is very nice.

The food was decent. I got the panang curry and while the curry had a good unique flavor and was seasoned well, the chicken tasted like it had been sitting out a while and the meal didn't taste fresh. The servers came by here and there but it took us between 45-60 min to get our food and it didn't even seem particularly busy. The ambiance was very nice however. Big windows, open design, and good decorations.

The food was extremely delicious! The service was quick, we had dinner on the table in 30 minutes. The ambiance is great and cozy for winter, and can't wait to enjoy the patio in the summer

We came to this place because I searched for "Nam Khao" and this was one of three results. I was a little nervous because the place I used to get this in the Bay Area was Hella good. The pictures online looked pretty blah. Guys. It was AMAZING. FLAVOR EXPLOSION. I lost track of how many times I said YUM! Cool neighborhood, good vibes, ample parking. The spicy levels are legit so request spice with that knowledge.

A group ordered take out and everything was ready on time, nice and hot, and perfectly as ordered. I only had the spring rolls, but they were done well and came with plenty of sauce. Others reported liking the pad thai (tofu and chicken). When I picked up they were very friendly and the place looked like a great location!

I used to love this place, however, they've gone downhill over the years and gotten cheaper. When ordering out, the portions don't equate. The khao soi liquid barely covered my noodles. Tonight was the final straw. They've cut the potions in half and they've moved away from being authentic. The pic is of the broken up fried noodles that typically come with Khao Soi. They're stale and gross and tiny. They're not the egg noodles that are typically fried and put on top of khao soi.

Chao Baan is one of the most underrated Thai restaurants in St. Louis. The food, service and online ordering has always been very consistent. They have zero additional charges for ordering via their website, unlike many other restaurants in The Grove (and STL in general). Average of less than 15 minutes from order to pickup. Excellent menu with a wide range of options ranging from curry fish cakes to traditional Pad Thai. The ambience is also a huge plus as it's open, comfortable seating and very clean. If you like Pad Thai, Thai Fried Rice, or curries, check it out.

Had an absolute blast at this restaurant! All the food was so amazing I couldn't stop eating it! We sat outside and definitely a beautiful date for it! The drinks we had were really good as well. The service was quick, we didn't have to wait long for the food. Will definitely be back to this restaurant for more!!

Panang curry was delicious, but I wanted wide rice noodles instead of rice, which they couldn't accommodate.

Cute little Thai spot in the Grove. Came with my partner bc I was craving something soupy. Wasn't too hungry so we decided to share apps and a main. Fried Spring Rolls (4/5): Fried well and very crispy. Vegetarian spring rolls that weren't too packed with veggies. Sauce that it came with was very thin for some reason - didn't really stick on the spring rolls. Mieng Kham (5/5): Such an abundance of flavors! The wrapper was thin and refreshing. The crunch of the coconut flakes juxtaposed with the chewiness of the fried shrimp was great. Had a little bit of a kick with the small chillies. Would recommend. Khao Soi (4/5): Less soupy than I had imagined. Flavor was good but not too strong. Noodles were also less chewy than I had envisioned. Pretty good dish - tastes like basic curry with noodle combo. Reminds me of curry I make at home.

Chao Baan is worth visiting if you're craving Thai food, have low expectations, and are willing to open your wallet. Overall the food itself doesn't rank highly on my list of Thai cuisine, but it's the significantly up charged prices for the quality and quantity that keep me from trying again. For the money you can get much better quality and value Thai food elsewhere such as on Delmar. The ambiance is nice and there is plenty of outdoor seating for small tables. Service was ok, we went when there weren't a lot of people but the food still took forever to arrive.

This was my first time trying Thai food, and now I'm hooked! Chao Baan is located in the Grove, so its close to fun bars and great night life. Our server was awesome and we didnt have to wait for a table on a Friday night. They even have a bar unique cocktails! Everything that I tried was delicious, I would definitely recommend checking this out and ordering a little bit of everything.