Dara Thai
3655 W Anthem Way,Ste B-127, Anthem, AZ, 85086
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Address :
3655 W Anthem Way,Ste B-127
Anthem, AZ, 85086 - Phone (623) 551-6676
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 8:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch, Dinner
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : No
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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Martin W.
It was pretty good - just enough spice. Lights were very bright - too bright for comfort, but they may do this on purpose - was not someplace I would take a date - definately not romantic. But all in all, quite good - and will go back. Glad to have a decent Thai restaurant in the area!
(3)Jon Y.
Another fantastic meal at Dara Thai! I order something different every visit and haven't had a less than excellent meal yet. Glad to have Dara Thai in the neighborhood.
(5)Liz F.
We love Dara Thai! Always great good! It us small, so if you are going at peak times, be prepared to wait..... But well worth the wait
(5)Ross C.
Dara Tai in Anthem received a D on it's recent county health inspection of it's kitchen. F.Y.I.
(1)Keith G.
Reasonable prices. Dinner portion to go was two meals for me, love that! We had the Pad Thai noodles with chicken, very delicious and good amount of chicken to noodle ratio. Also ordered the Cashew chicken spicy without mushrooms. Was very tasty, though not really spicy. I certainly plan to come back and have already recommended to family and friends.
(4)Brittany F.
I love Dara Thai. I have only had Thai food a few times before I went here, but they have changed that for me. I go at least every other week and do the lunch special. Their lunch specials are amazing! I almost always get the Gaeng Kari and it has always been amazing. I do find that they are a little inconsistent with the heat levels sometimes a 2 tastes like a 5, sometimes a 4 tastes like a 2. I like a little spice, but not overly spicy. It is likely that it is a different chef. Other than that, I love it. Their prices are great and the staff is very friendly. I will be continuing to come here.
(4)Tracie C.
We love Dara Thai. It's a great option in Anthem that isn't pizza. I typically have the same thing Cashew Nut Chicken. I like the onions celery and mushrooms mixed with the chicken and cashews, great flavor. They also make it with tofu which I get to change it up once in a while. The service is always good and if we are dining in Thai tea is a treat.
(4)Ervin H.
Oh dang! How about that Thai Ice Tea? Isn't it the bomb? Yea, but I'll honestly have to say I have never had a bad experience with Thai Tea. A small venue with some extra room in the back, but probably the only Thai place in North Phoenix. The decor also represents Thailand with that almost cheesy feel, but not. I don't know if it's having an Asian palette, or just seeing an Asian restaurant serve a predominately, if I may be respectful, non Asian customers, the quality was decent, but not amazing, as those sitting around us raved about the taste. We had the spicy tofu and red curry sauce chicken with pineapple, tomatoes, and broccoli. The spicy flavor was a level 3 for both dishes. Heh, not even a mild spicy flare, def need to go to a 4 or 5 next time. Tofu had that hint of mint, which was refreshing, but that was about it. The curry sauce just overwhelmed the plate, as I spooned around finding chicken and veggies. The curry was ok again, but just lacking that extra flavor and meat. In addition, the owners were great, but the waiter we had was again, just ok. No lemon in the water, which we asked for twice, and the appetizer dish we asked for came 5 minutes after we were eating our main dishes. C'mon man! Finally, I believe this restaurant serves it's purpose well with the clientele in the area. They love the food, and why not, not much Asian flare in the area. I'll give you a high five and see you later.
(3)Maryann E.
If the chicken wasn't so dry it would be great! Unfortunately every chicken dish I've had has the same dry chicken in it. Beef curry is my favorite.
(3)Beth S.
I've been to Thailand and I can say that this is about as authentic as it gets on this side of the world. The staff were warm and friendly. What I loved most was that I could choose the level of spiciness in my food. It was a great treat to get to do that. The prices are reasonable, the food is flavorful, and the service is excellent. This was well worth the trip to Anthem from Surprise.
(4)Miss H.
We get take out from this place a lot. The people are nice and efficient. Never order anything with beef or pork, because they are poor quality here. The chicken and tofu dishes are great. Is more of an Americanized taste here.
(3)Diane M.
It would be so nice if they had a website with their full menu on it. Their bathroom also needs to be cleaned regularly, which wasn't a surprise as they did poorly on the Health Department's inspection. In spite of it all, he food's pretty good, and local. There isn't much else in Anthem, unfortunately. For freshly prepared food it's about the best place to go for dinner. Their service is friendly and helpful. The decor is tacky.
(4)Eugene R.
We met a friend and his family from Thailand there for dinner. Quite honestly, the best Thai food I've ever had outside Thailand. The shrimp, squid, scrambled egg, and desert dishes were exceptional. It's a destination restaurant. Worth the drive to anthem. The owners, Peter and Nancy, were warm, gracious, and foodies themselves. My wife ordered one of the squid dish twice because it was that good.
(5)Debra W.
My GoTo fav, Pan Se Lew spice level 4 and a side-o brown rice. Hit the Mark! Perfect in spice, noodles and flavor. Thank you for your consistent and delicious dishes! Next up curry...
(4)Pal P.
Best in Anthem hands down. Get Pad Thai, Tom Ka Gai or Gaeng Kari! Better than all the other places I town or Norterra.
(5)Krystal C.
I love this place! They have amazing soups, appetizers, entrees and deserts. It's authentic and quick. They have amazing customer service and their to-go service is great as well! I come here all the time to get my Thai fix and I recommend it to anyone and everyone!!
(5)Twitch R.
Not real impressed. I've eaten some great Thai food, but this left a bad taste in my mouth, literally. The service wasn't bad, but the food itself was lack luster. My husband and I got different dishes and sampled from each other. We left hungry.
(2)Reese S.
This place is OK if you haven't had REAL Thai food. Its always interesting to me when a Thai food place serves something like orange chicken because that is neither Thai nor is it an even an authentic Chinese dish. I have been to Thialand, I am asian, I have had a lot of home cooked Thai dishes, and I LOVE Thai food. I've lived in LA, SF, NY and Seattle where Thai food is everywhere and for the most part good. This place is somewhere I would only find at least an hour away from the city. No real spice unless you ask for it, most Thai food it comes standard. They didn't even give us an option until we asked. Bland at best, but I'm sure there's worse. Will NOT come back, that's for sure. I would best describe this place as americanized Thai food. Good for people who aren't THAT adventurous, but like something a little different, just like most "ethnic" food you would finding Anthem.
(2)Wyatt J.
Best restaurant in anthem. We may not have a great Chinese place, but we've got Thai covered. The panang curry is a good pick if your aren't sure what to get. The orange chicken would be a good choice for those crazy people who don't like spicy food, but it is fried, so it doesn't make for good leftovers.
(5)Valley V.
Love this place. Hubby and I frequent here. My kid loves the satay and thai BBQ chicken. I love getting their soup with coconut milk.
(5)Tom A.
Dara Thai is consistently turning out very good food. I have never waited more than 15 minutes for a to go order even when they are very busy. However, I do find the "spice" to be inconsistent. Sometimes a 3 out of 5 will make your eyes water and sometimes it is not spicy at all. I frequent this establishment every other week and will continue to do so.
(4)Leah P.
I love this place!!! Every time I come here everyone is so friendly and the food is delicious. I strongly recommend on giving Dara Thai a try. My favorite dishes are either the Pad Thai or the Chicken Noodle. And I always get it spicy. It is absolutely delicious!
(5)Carlos G.
Great place, this is a hidden Gem here in Anthem. Pad thai is great and their soups are always on point. The service is extremely friendly. Lunch specials are great and very filling. The only down fall is that it's a small place and coming with a family of five makes it difficult. But since they do a great job with their to-go service I just bring it home. Kepp up the good work.
(5)Lauren P.
Not open on Sunday despite the Yelp profile saying otherwise. Thanks for the waste of time.
(1)Shawn W.
Anybody who loves their Thai food is probably a high-fructose suburbanite who has never been outside Anthem. I am from Seattle and I am used to really good Thai food. This was the ultimate in sugary, saucy, syrupy grossness. I had the Pad Thai which tasted so syrupy sweet I wanted to gag. My dining companion had the Crispy Duck which was equally slathered in what tasted like bottled or pre-made production sauce. Both meals were given the official suburban American sugar-salt-fat-overload-treatment. It's one of those places where there is not a real Thai person in the kitchen. There is no ambiance to speak of (its in a strip mall, and the decor is your usual average suburban diner. The bathroom (one) was pretty dirty and gross. Needed some serious freshening up (try putting a coat of paint on the trim guys?). Thankfully, there is a Starbucks in the mall across the street. We both agreed that we needed strong coffee to eradicate the syrupy sweet aftertaste in our mouths. If you like this food, you probably need to venture outside your suburban existence. I will give it this, it is better than MacDonalds, but not much.
(1)Amanda C.
There are weeks when my coworkers and I will eat at Dara Thai 4-5 days in a row. All of their menu items are delicious, but I highly recommend the Gaeng Kari and the Orange Chicken lunch special. I've never actually had Thai food anywhere else, but I still feel confident saying they're the best!
(5)Hannah G.
I absolutely love this place. Quaint little restaurant with great service and the food is wonderful! I have not tried takeout but I am sure it is good. The pad thai and tropical heatwave are my top favorites. Also the thai iced coffee is to die for! Great place if you are looking for some Thai.
(5)Branislav V.
Always great service and great food. The owner is really nice and professional. Server guy is nice and always working hard. The Food is always fresh and made perfect to the point.
(5)Sean B.
Wow! Hands down the best restaurant in Anthem! Food is fantastic and the family running the place are amazing! Great quality, flavor and quantity for a very reasonable price! If you are ever in Anthem you have to check this place out.
(5)Robyn A.
Our favorite Thai place in Anthem. We typically do carry out. They are fast and friendly. Plus they can make it spicy for you. Orange chicken is the kids favorite.
(5)Fernanda A. O.
I like their Tom Ka, and their vegetarian Pad Thai, I agree with other reviewers they lack authenticity when they include orange chicken in their menu. They all are so nice there though, and I like how small and cozy it is.
(3)Daisy K.
This is my 4th Thai food review and I'm just now realizing I have a problem. Ever since that coconut soup in Sedona I tell ya! Anyway, Dara Thai is the closest Thai to my place and I'm so glad. It does live up to its hype! I mean, not like my precious Thai Palace in Sedona but close!! Service is great and food is VERY reasonably prices and delish. You won't regret coming here!
(5)Carine N.
Been there twice and enjoyed my food and the service. It really is a hidden gem
(4)Whitney M.
Not thrilled. We decided to try this place because we're avid Thai food lovers. The menu doesn't have a lot of variety as far as dinner goes. They ask you what level you want your "spiciness" . I said 4 because I like it hot but not unbearable. Well, I would say mine was a level 1 in all seriousness. My husband got a level 5 and it wasn't much different. The chicken also tasted a little like rubber. Won't be back, which is a shame because we live around the corner.
(2)Chris S.
I have been happily eating here at Dara Thai for years and suddenly realized I have never reviewed it! Well, just the fact that I have been consistently returning (probably close to 100 times by now!) tells you that I LOVE their food. I eat in and do take-out and this is one of the most smoothly run restaurants I've ever seen. It is run by a lovely, very friendly couple (husband and wife) and they care very much about their customer's dining experience and strive to do a great job - and they suceed! I have 2 personal favorite dishes. I love the Gaeng Kari made with hunks of potatoes, carrots, onions, choice of meat (love their chicken) and really super delicious curry sauce. I also equally love #67 - (khao pad sapparod) an incredibly delicious and multiflavored rice dish with lots of chicken and 2 big shrimp, pinapple chunks, onion, and yummy roasted cashews. If you haven't tried Dara Thais' version of this dish you don't know what you have been missing... I have had relatives and friends join me here for dinner many, many times and they all have their own favorites and love it here too. It's the BEST!
(5)Bunny G.
I've been to Dara Thai a few times and I've never been disappointed. The Thai Ice Tea is fabulous. I always got an order of the Pad Thai and it kept me coming back. This is a teeny tiny casual clean place located in a strip mall with only a handful of tables, but very cozy with great service. Check it out!
(4)Mina Y.
The food is good! We love the pad thai and the fried rice. We were not fans of the orange chicken and some dragon dish.. can't remember the name. Nice small quiet restaurant - very fast also.
(4)Dog D.
Food is amazing, great lunch portions, very fast service and the price is right. Try their iced coffee- a real treat! Lots of wags experienced eating here!
(5)Wayne T.
I am a Dara Thai regular and highly recommend it. Very friendly staff (usually the owners), and great Thai flavors. Our family favorite is the Tom Yung Goong soup, particularly with the mixed seafood (shrimp only is also excellent). I ask for four star heat and the combo is a tasty blend of spicy and sour. I have had TYG soup at many Thai places over the years and this is the best I have found!
(5)Steven A.
I usually order the Tom Ka which is a coconut milk soup with mushrooms, a little other veggies & your choice of meat. I really like thai food, and I like anything coconut... I don't know much about any of the other dishes, but if the quality or experience goes down, I'll update this review.
(4)Chris P.
I just love this place. The food is consistently good, the service is always friendly and fast , and the prices are reasonable. I like that I can order my meal super spicy and my wife can be wimpy! Brown rice is always can option and their brewed ice teas are yummy. Always a hit with my family!
(5)Kris A.
Spring rolls a little lackluster, but the Pad Thai is really good. I get it with extra vegetables, instead of chicken. A "3" (on their 1 to 5 scale) is plenty spicy... Nice service, take out or eat in...cute and quick. Only Thai in Anthem.
(4)Jen R.
Hands down, best Thai food ever. This is authentic stuff. The owners, Peter and Nancy, are direct from Thailand, if you can't tell by their accents, and live in Anthem (so you really are supporting local small businesses!) They've become very close friends of mine. Actually, they're friends with many patrons - I see a lot of customers come in and greet them by name. It's really a cute neighborhood type of thing. I have a serious addiction to the panang (curry and mint leaves with chicken) - I've been known to drink the sauce out of the to-go container after the meat and veggies are all gone. The Evil Jungle Princess is my second favorite. The sampler or the chicken sate are fabulous appetizers. The fried banana is also super delicious, but I would recommend it as a dessert to be shared - it's amazing how sugary sweet a banana comes out when heated! I have tried multiple Thai restaurants in my current locale of Tempe, but none have been quite as good, and if we go within 5 miles of Anthem, it becomes "Puh-leeeeease can we go to Dara?!" There is another Dara Thai in Flagstaff that is also owned by them - I think it's Peter's sister that is running it. It's just as good. Oh, and for those of you who say you can't find Phuket beer anywhere... Dara has it :)
(5)Aaron S.
As some of the critics point out, there is better Thai food to be had. However, this is hands down the best Thai food within 25 or 30 miles, and one of the eateries in Anthem. The food is consistently good, and the people are great. If looking for a bite in anthem, you have to consider this place.
(4)X Z.
Love this place! Small restaurant with the same few people always working. They always provide great customer service. They offer dine in or pick up which I enjoy so I can pick up something quick on my lunch break. Have tried a variety of their menu and haven't found anything I don't like yet. I gave 5 stars because I love the variety this place offers in Anthem and will continue to support this business. Prices are also very reasonable.
(5)Yvette S.
I love this place! Tom Ka Gai level 3 with steamed rice is my favorite!! Perfect for the cold winter.
(5)Rachelle V.
UPDATE! They are only open until 8 pm M-Th and till 8:30 on Fridays. We were turned away when we came in at quarter to 8, thinking the were open till 8:30. The websites including this one all say 8:30 pm PT. Big disappointment. We will go to Touch of Thai where they are so happy to see us. Still good food but major bummer.
(3)Gregory B.
2013 Update: I'm back from five weeks of eating my way through Thailand and the Pad Woon Sen here in Anthem, Arizona is still a favorite! Okay, I'm home from enjoying a downright incredible meal at Dara Thai and -- guess what I'm doing? Eating leftovers! Pad Woon Sen rocks my house down. Also brought home some bright and flavorful Tom Ka soup, which I will likely have for breakfast tomorrow. The only reason I'm not giving a 5-star rating is that veggies are just SLIGHTLY overcooked for my taste. And, of course, there is the sad vegetable quality all of us in the Phoenix area have to deal with. Okay, so the food is great. But this restaurant has something that has become quite rare these days ... serenity! That's right! No loud music! No dumb teevee. Just a good ol' fashioned, straight-ahead nice dining experience.
(4)Arlin B.
Dara Thai is probably the best place to dine in Anthem in regards to quality of food. They have an extensive menu with most of the traditional Thai dishes along with Here are some recommendations: For apps, veggie rolls, crab wontons are ok, but go with the Satay ~ slices of chicken marinated in curry and grilled. It comes with peanut sauce and cucumber dip which is not actually dip, it's yummy pickled cucumber slices in this ridiculous somewhat sweet sauce that may entice you lick the bowl and ask for more... Soups; their Koew Num (wonton) soup is good however I suggest going for the Tom Ka Gai which is a hot/sour soup with chicken, lemon grass, mushrooms, something else not sure what is but taste good in a coconut milk broth served in a "flaming soup tureen". Dinner/Lunch; Pad Thai, Kao Pad Kari, Panang Curry are all good and you would not be disappointed but I recommend either Pad Gaeng Pa Curry or Goong Gartiem Prik Thai ~ shrimp dish with garlic, snow peas, onions and broccoli. They also have a few nontraditional Thai dishes like Orange chicken and Beef with Broccoli in case your with someone that is not a fan of Thai cuisine. Heat levels are somewhat conservative so you may need to order a little hotter than at other locations. Service is friendly and quick. Their prices are very reasonable and their portions are on the larger size, so you can share with someone if you choose to.
(4)Jenn D.
My absolute favorite Thai joint and luckily its only 5 mins away from home! I have only been there once for lunch during the weekdays but usually go there dinner. The weekday lunch menu has very limited options but their dinner menu has a nice variety. I grew up on Thai food and love only my moms cooking but I would still absolutely recommend this restaurant to anyone even mom!
(5)bonne b.
we found that the food here was FANTASTIC and priced well too! I must admit that i was not excited to go here since i do not do HOT/spicy food - but my husband does and we will now return as often as we can! The menu has numerous things that are not too spicy for me and still taste GREAT! There was a shrimp dish that was on their special that i can not remember the name of but it was WONDERFUL with a light batter and i have now had TWICE!! I also enjoyed their Thai Ice Tea and Coffee and the desserts as well!
(5)Randolph M.
This is a wonderful Thai restaurant. We had a great lunch at a very reasonable price. The salad was fresh and crisp with a well balanced dressing. My ginger seafood combo was spectacular, with scallops done perfectly tender. Julie's beef curry was very flavorful. I plan on returning several times in the next week.
(5)Kyle B.
There really is not too much food to eat in this area Sequestered away from most things, posted up at Taylor Tours, dinner from a Walmart did not sound like a decent idea. Looking around, Hans noted this place to be on the opposite side of the freeway (After a few drinks: "Wouldn't it be easier to just RUN across the freeway?" "No, no no no.") I admit slight intoxication upon arrival And I also admit that Phucket Beer they have tastes kind of like a Heineken (but the server was amped on it! I had to say I liked it) Order your food extra spicy, it is not that spicy really. But lots of Tofu/Vegan options. In Arizona, vegan options!? Road, road road!
(4)Ashynn R.
Not very good Thai food. Then again, nothing in Anthem is very good when it comes to food. The food was very very soggy and soaked with tasteless sauce (?) No spice even though we asked for 4. Soup was the only decent thing there to eat. Service was ok.
(2)Bad L.
Very disappointing. We drove by this place many times and thought we would try something local. Not sure why it is getting such good ratings. The food was just so/so. Maybe people in Anthem are dying for any Thai so they think it is good. They didn't even have Thai Basil chicken which I thought was a staple in every Thai restaurant. We did take out and eat at pink pepper on bell. I don't think we will be visiting again and will probably drive a few miles down to Bell road to get great Thai.
(2)Chad C.
Best place to eat in anthem, great service and food. Get the Pad Thai 4 hot and a Thai ice tea!
(5)John V.
This little place is located in a shopping center in Anthem. It's very small but really cozy and comfortable. The place was immaculate. This was our first time here but will hardly be our last... I've added it to our short-list of favorites. On this trip I had the Pad Thai and it was excellent. My wife had a broccoli and chicken dish that she raved about. The Lunch specials are a real bargain. Since Thai food can be a bit on the spicy side I was very pleased to learn you could choose your level of "heat" from 1 to 5. I like my Asian food a bit spicy but my wife prefers mild: Dara Thai lets you customize that level. There aren't many really great places to eat in Anthem (yet -- I still have hope) but this place is worth the visit. The service was also excellent.
(4)Alice F.
Maybe I ordered wrong but this was the blandest Thai food I've ever had. Mee krob was too sweet, tom ka gai was thin, and evil jungle princess was pretty one note. Ordered a 4 on a 5 point heat scale and could barely detect the spice. Added extra chile powder to try to zip up the flavor toward the end. That kind of helped, but not much. Every plate that I saw leave the kitchen appeared to be the same color! Service was okay, but there was only one person serving during the dinner rush. This place is adequate but not great.
(2)Pity D.
Satisfactory. Good enough to dine here only because there's nothing else close. But I would not recommend going out of your way to eat here. Their red and yellow curries are consistently watery, bland and disappointing. They don't have much flavor and it's next to impossible to see or taste any coconut milk in them. Their noodle dishes are of average quality. Chicken can often be over-cooked and dry. Staff is very friendly. But not friendly enough to overwhelm the disappointing food. Prices are somewhat reasonable. If you're in the area and desperate for Thai, Dara will do. Just avoid the curries.
(3)Jenn B.
Being from SF, I have eaten at many Thai places & Dara Thai is at the top of my list! I have liked everything I've tried but my favorites are the Tom Ka Gai & Gaeng Kari. It's perfect every time & on top of the great food, the service is excellent. Peter, the chef always makes a point of coming out & saying hi to us & they always make us feel at home. This is worth the drive if you live in Phoenix & are looking around on yelp for a good Thai place. Check it out, you will not be disappointed!
(5)John H.
I eat here at least once a week. It is fantastic. I'm from the Bay Area where there are a ton of great Thai restaurants, and this place ranks up there with the best of them as far as taste and quality. Service is always very friendly and fast too. One of my favorite places to eat.
(5)Jessica P.
Loved it! I've been looking for a Thai restaurant that was up north and my friend found it and we tried it last night... We had the Keow Num soup (wonton) which was EXCELLENT. Mostly because it had cilantro in it, which is my favorite leafy green, being a Phoenix native. It was nicely spicy as well... it was pretty great. Presentation was awesome as well, just make sure to not light any napkins on fire. For my meal, I had the Gaeng Keo Wan with chicken... EXCELLENT. I couldn't stop eating it. hahaha I love my curry and got a level three which was a perfect level of heat without blowing my head off. I'm definitely going back.
(5)Tani L.
They have the BEST Pad Thai! I've had many other dishes of theirs which are all delicious, but that Pad Thai haunts my dreams at night. (In a good way) I've recently had Touch of Thai which is a highly rated Thai Food restaurant. Of course, I had to try their pad thai. Honestly, It was just as good, but they used the thin, stringy noodles and Dara uses the wide, flat noodles. You wouldn't think that would make much of a difference, but that's what makes me drive 20 miles more to go to Dara Thai to get their Pad Thai than driving 5 miles to go to Touch of Thai. If your not watching your calorie intake I highly suggest getting the cream cheese wontons and Thai Tea with your Pad Thai! Now that's what I call delicious!
(5)Marco N.
Great little place. We were visting the local outlet mall from out of town and I found good ratings for this place on Yelp. We called 20 minutes before closing and they said not a problem. Low number of seats, about 75% taken, and still busy with local families having dinner. Fast and courtious service, wonderful Thai Ice Tea. We had some yummy food, and the soup was served in this cool dish with some flames comming out of the middle.. Can't go wrong!
(5)Lori F.
I have lived in Anthem for the past 6 years and have never tried this place until now. I am so happy I finally did. Good food at reasonable prices. Also very clean.
(4)Sally W.
I often eat here weekly! This is delicious food, great waitress, great service, and it simply can't be beat, especially here in Anthem. If you aren't a curry fan, try the Pad Thai. I always get that withe the Geng Kari. My husband who doesn't really like Thai food really does like the orange chicken...but try the others first. SOOOO YUMMY! Hmmm, I think I need to go there now!
(5)Stephen G.
This is a great little Thai food place and its amazing its found in Anthem, or Stepford as we like to call it. Looks like a couple run this but I am not really sure. The food is great, the prices are a little high for such a small place, but I go there when I need a few hits of the hot stuff. Their Tom Ka soup is excellent. They only have about 6-8 tables in the restaurant, but that isnt an issue as it seems that most of their business is take out to the locals. Its very much worth the diversion off the I-17 if you are going to Flag or coming back into town and need something besides fast food fair.
(4)Benny T.
If you are looking for a clean place this is probably not the place. Something has to be said about the cooling system (aka the huge floor fan in the back). The tables are sticky and the bathroom door is black and it is not the paint. However the food is great and mostly (emphasis on mostly) fresh. Don't come here if you are looking for a pleasant atmosphere and it is probably better to get your food to go!
(3)David W.
The Tom Kha Gai is to die for. I pick it up weekly to enjoy at home. I also love their Pad Thai, Crispy Shrimp and Cashew Chicken. While many of the eateries in Anthem are sub-par, Dara Thai stands out among them. Even if I didn't live in Anthem, it would be worth the drive for their fantastic Thai cuisine.
(5)Diane T.
Great standards, we are never disappointed. The tom ka gai soup is one of the best we've tasted.
(4)Anthony E.
They have the brightest neon "open" store sign I've ever seen. Located near the outlet mall and being from out of town I yelped this place and was glad to have found it. Food is great and the service is exceptional for a tiny restaurant. One thing we noticed was that it use to be an Italian restaurant if you look closely you'll notice Italian buildings behind the Thailand scenery on the walls... ;-)
(4)Alexis C.
First time and really pleased. Quick, friendly service and a very comfortable environment. I'll definitely be back soon!
(4)David J.
Great food; a little far to drive to from Surprise but worth the trip, especially if you're in the area. They went out of their way to try and accomodate me with a spicy beef Thai salad - it wasn't what I'm used to but turned out well.
(4)Ethan S.
It's strange the memories you retain from youth. I remember countless Flagstaff road trips; to cool down in the summertime and to play in the snow in winter. Inner tubes... and Dara Thai. I was disconcerted when I saw the signage appear in Anthem. A little restaurant in a strip mall squeezed between a smoothie shop and some investment banker. It _couldn't_ be the same Dara Thai. It didn't have the same highly decorated interior replete with rich colors and ornamentation. After waiting for the opening I ventured in as was assured it _is_ the same, and the food confirmed it. A seemingly never-ending menu of delectable options. All of my favorites are done great justice and I've found quite a few new surprises. I had wondered whether the food could stand up to my memories, and rest assured that it can.
(4)Manisha P.
My husband and I tried this place the other night while we were shopping at the Anthem outlet stores. We were expecting it to be a good place, especially since we read all the reviews on the Yelp. First, I would like to say that the service was dreadful. We had to wait 10-15 minutes to get service. By the way, did I mention my husband and I were the only two people there?! The place was empty and still we got bad service! Okay, so once we ordered, our meal vaguely resembled thai food. The panag curry was overly flavored with mint and lacked little or no taste of coconut milk. This place is okay for occasional takeout, but that is about it. Don't come all the way out to Anthem for thai food, because you will not get it. M.P.
(3)Justin S.
Not that into Thai food so don't have much to compare too but was pleasantly surprised by this place. Had the Arizona heat wave and it was excellent. Got three star spicy and it was good but should have gone for the four star.
(4)Patty W.
This is one of our go to restaurants in Anthem. The food is always delicious, the spiciness just right for both my husband and I, he likes it HOT and I like it medium. We have done take out and eaten in the restaurant, either way it's great food and a good value
(4)Brandi F.
they close @ 8 NOT 830 ;(
(3)s s.
Wonderful food. Great service. The only con, the main course was served before we finished our first course.
(5)Kerri J.
We love this place! The food is fresh, and we really like everything we have tried. The service is friendly, the prices are great, the place is clean...there is nothing negative to say! Thanks Dara Thai, we heart you.
(5)Patty Z.
Wonderful food and great service---we get take out about once a week and sit by the pool to devour each menu item, sampling each others choices. Very convenient location, lots of items to pick from.
(5)Jay M.
Good Thai cuisine owned and operated by a local Thai family. Typical Thai menu. Portion size seems to be getting a little smaller and unfortunately they removed the non-fried items from their $4.99 lunch specials. If you want authentic Thai for an average price and you happen to be in or driving by Anthem Arizona, Dara Thai is a good selection.
(4)Bob M.
Great food, great service. Owners/staff are very friendly. Small, quaint restaurant. They make every entree to the spicy level of your choice. Their orange chicken and orange shrimp are both awesome. The coating is very crisp and light, not heavy battered or greasy.
(5)Lock L.
This place is awesome. It's a little Thai restaurant in a strip mall (next to Safeway) in Anthem AZ. The food is great, well priced, and plentiful. The menu is huge! I've been there over ten times and have ordered something different every time. For you in the know it is an offshoot of the Dara Thai in Flagstaff AZ, but I don't know if it's a chain or family that moved down south. If you are in the market for some awesome Thai but don't want to go downtown just shoot up the I-17 (bad traffic northbound Friday afternoon, and southbound on Sunday evenings) and give it a shot... You won't be disappointed. Update: Consistently good. Added a star because I would be sad without them.
(5)Kristina M.
It is authentic Thai food. Better then Malees....the soup is fresh and food is prepared well. Friendly and it seems to be famaily owned business. Jewel in Anthem. Great experience!
(5)Todd H.
Great place for a nice enjoyable dinner. Service was very polite and fast. Curry dishes to die for and highly recommend it since we eat Thai often and we feel this is the best place in town now.
(5)Veronica M.
Their chicken pad thai ROCKS! Beware of the spice though. They scale it from 0-5 and we never go over 1. We are sissy white folks, but 3 will leave you remembering it for sometime- if you know what I mean. (not good.. lol) The kiddies get the orange chicken and really like it. We do order it easy on the sauce because they do deliver some sauce with it! If you have room I highly recommend the chocolate mouse cake. It is divine!
(5)John K.
After listening to the kids say "what's for dinner" and "eww, I don't like that" we started searching for something different for take out. There are not a lot of different take out selections in the north valley. We came across Dara Thai on Yelp and the 2 reviews where good, so we took a chance. And it was worth it. Having 2 vegetarians for children makes it hard, but Dara Thai had a good selection of Tofu items. We got a Spicy Tofu, Sweet and Sour Tofu and a Gaeng Kari (Extra Spicy). All where excellent tasting and went over well with the picky eaters that my kids are. The only complaint was that the extra spicy, could have been a bit spicier. The price was a bit high, but we will definitely order again.
(4)Bryan N.
Amazing Thai food... Tastes better than in Thailand! Fresh, fast, great service and so flavorful... Our new favorite haunt !!!
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