One of the nicest Cambodian restaurants I've been to. And it doesn't try to hide behind a Thai image - this place is proudly Cambodian. Get the amok fish curry, and the beef stew with cardamom and aniseed.
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Linda M.
Stopped in on a bitterly cold Saturday night so was surprised to see a good crowd. As with previous visits, food was excellent and nicely presented. Service was attentive. Definitely a good value.
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Kendall S.
Had a great meal here Saturday night. The red curry noodles were delicious and you can pick a spicy scale from 1-10. The waiter was attentive and the food was homemade not out of a box or bag. Happy to have found this little gem and happy it is close to the house!
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Krissy K.
We have been to Angkor many times. We are never disappointed. I always try to have something new, the husband sticks to Pad Thai. He loves it there. We love the Angkor salad and the soups. Wish we lived closer... but it's worth the 40 minute drive!
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Emily W.
Angkor is Pittsburgh's best kept secret. Those who know Angkor know that it is sad that Angkor is not better known, because we all know the fate of restaurants that don't attract a crowd. The green curry is on my list of top-5 dishes from anywhere that I have dined. My wife and I shared the green curry with a plate of Japanese eggplant with shrimp, and if Nicky can do it any better I cannot imagine. The decor is authentic, the food even more so. Go now!!
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Danyan W.
This place has the best Thai food in pittsburgh so far. The korean short rib appetizer is a must...flavorful and portion is big for the price you pay. We also tried the red curry with chicken and braised short rib with some kind of pineapple coconut sauce...they were very creamy and not too sweet. Loved them. Will definitely make this place our regular dinning spot.
(5)
Dan K.
Was in a hurry and stopped here for take out. Food came quickly. Panang,spicy lemon grass soup and fresh spring rolls were great. The quantity of soup was disappointing but tasted great. I will use this for take out for work for sure.
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nicole g.
Great food! We ordered the green vegetable curry, spring rolls, and a salmon skewer - all delicious. The only bummer was that they forgot the rice, so we had to go back and get some - so check your order before you head home.
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Kate K.
I really wish you could do half-star ratings. I reserve 5 stars for over the top awesome place, but this place is so close to that! I've been coming to Angkor for over 5 years and have never been disappointed with a meal. The veggie spring rolls are delicious--the perfect size and extra crispy. I'm a noodle fan and always get the noodle dishes. Noodles are great, veggies are fresh, chicken is a good complement. Never a wait for a table--this place must do a lot of takeout. It's been here for years and I've only seen more that 3 tables occupied one time. That was a bustling night!
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Ari R.
Great lunch spot. You get a sizable entree, your choice of soup, and a spring roll all for $7 during their lunch special. The Thai Fried Rice with chicken is one of my favorites.
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Jennifer Z.
We ate off of the Chinese menu it was very good, large portions and affordable.
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Kevin H.
The environment is really nice and spiritual. The food is very authentic Thai especially papaya salad!
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Russ J.
For was spot on. Shrimp cooked to perfection. Waitress was very pleasant and I was all buy myself except for a steady stream of take-out Orders. Wish it was closer to home but will be making the trip over again.
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Halee V.
I can't say enough good things about Angkor! The restaurant is very clean and beautifully decorated. Servers are so friendly and the food comes out quickly. The red curry was on point. Vegetables were perfectly cooked - not soggy like I've had elsewhere. Coconut lemongrass soup was fantastic, spicy and delicious. Green papaya salad my favorite I've had since I studied abroad in Thailand. Closest to authentic Thai I've experienced and I will definitely keep coming back for more.
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Chrissy C.
The food here is always fantastic. They are also very quick to get your takeout out the door. Their curries are some of the best that I've had, and they are good about any special requests one may have regarding their meals. The pad thai has also met the customary Thai food taste test of many of my friends I've taken here. However, their service can sometimes be a little tough. The last time we went was a perfect example. We could never seem to flag our waiter down as he seemed to be the only one waiting tables on a busy-ish Friday night.
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Carrie T.
I typically order to-go for lunch from Angkor. If it's busy, it can take awhile for your sit-down lunch as there's usually only one server. The spicy beef (Angkor Salad) and Larb Salad are amazing. I've also enjoyed the "something-out-of-this-world" Green Curry as well as the Panang, both huge #1 hits in my book. The lunch specials are super reasonable and include soup and an egg roll for about $8. One last note, get the Lemongrass soup, it will blow your mind, with a hint of heat and fresh veggies. Definitely, my favorite Asian dining in Crafton area.
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Dani R.
Everything was excellent! The shrimp appetizer was delicious as was each of our meals and the homemade dessert sampler. Reasonable prices and excellent service. A must go!
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Jeff G.
I rarely go to this neck of the woods, but a friend of mine likes Angkor, so once in a while I go. I'm usually unimpressed, but it's never bad. I just wish it was a little more special. I do love the decor in the place, and parking is a breeze.
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Amy N.
I can't wait to try more of the menu here. I had the drunken noodles and they were tasty and at the expected spice level (my go-to for entrees is 6). My friend had a spicy eggplant dish but thought it was a little on the sweet side (despite the 10 spice level). As with Thai food in general, very easy for vegetarians to find options. The main annoyance I have is that it's difficult to find a current and complete menu online, so that's hindered me from ordering takeout or delivery and eating here more often. Would also be awesome if they joined grub hub or had online ordering available, but I don't think they even have a website at the moment.
(4)
John H.
I ate way too much, but was very happy to have found this place close to my hotel in Greentree. If you are in the area I totally recommend it.
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Kathy L.
Stongly recommend if you stay in greentree nearby. Tasteful food, good service. You can choose favorite spicy level.
(5)
Tom G.
Great food, great service. I was embarrassed for the city that we were the only ones in the place. This was the best Thai food I have had in years!
(5)
Shawn O.
I wish we could rate half stars! 50-50 experience on this one. Been wanting to try Angkor based on the Yelp reviews, so we finally decided to give it a try on a slow Saturday night. Walking in, there was only one other party present at 7pm (a little concerning). This place screams American Chinese restaurant with a little extra polished charm. The staff were great. We were greeted an sat immediately (then again, almost noone else was there), and we were offered some suggestions on what to order. Decided to start with the spring rolls. The rice paper could have been prepped a little better (a bit chewy), but overall, they were pleasing (crisp, fresh and minty). We decided to go with the Cambodian Short Ribs (C16) and they quickly came out. Slowly stewed short ribs with pineapple, mushrooms, tomatoes and a rich earthy sauce on steamed rice. Definitely stick to your ribs comfort food that reminded me a lot of a cross between Korean short ribs and curry. My lack of decision ultimately comes from my lack of confidence in the menu as a whole. While our entree was good, the spring rolls left a decent amount to be desired. Not sure we'd proactively make the hike out to Carnegie again for this place unless we were already in the area (though then again, the one other table drove the entire way from Greensburg to eat there... so that's a promising sign).
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Joshua L.
Okay. I ordered the basil chicken entree and was fine. I ordered a spice level 7 and it came out not spicy at all. If you can make it downtown or north side, try Nicky's Thai. If you're stuck in west side, Angkor will do the trick. :) if you get a sweet tooth, don't ask for the delicious looking cake in the display case... It's just for show. And they do not have the real deal to serve embarrassingly.
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Kimberly R.
Byob....you know I love it!! One of my fav parts about the state liquor laws is there are so make fun family byob places. This is a great example. The restaurant is a nice size with very friendly service. Wish I could give half stars bc I liked the restaurant. 3.5 stars is more appropriate. The food was nice. I ordered the Pad Thai. The order was a nice size. The sauce was a little sweeter than I would have liked but had nice flavor. I got a heat level 7 and it had a nice spice. I could have got a 9 and still been comfortable. My husband got a Penang chicken curry. He also got a 7 and enjoyed the spice. The curry was nice and a good serving amount. My husband also got the fried spring rolls which he said were fine. Our bill was 25$...cheapest dinner date we have had in a while. I would go back to try some other things from the menu.
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Janel P.
A very good restaurant. I am very critical of Thai food but they have many great dishes. I come for business but always stop here. The fresh spring rolls are exceptional. Peanut sauce is different than most places but good. The panang curry is my favorite dish
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Chelsea M.
We were so excited to try a new place in the Green Tree area when back visiting. We stopped by for dinner about 9:15 on Friday and were told by staff they were closed. This was a HUGE disappointment as their hours are listed online as open until 10:30. Please update the hours so customers don't go out of their way to patronize this business only to find the establishment closed! Rude!
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Laura S.
I love this place. The food is wonderful. I'm completely addicted to their Vegetarian Lemongrass Soup. The atmosphere is quiet and welcoming. Great for eat in or take out. The only issue I ever had is that I ordered take out once and the person running the credit card machine gave themselves a much larger tip than I'd actually left. I didn't report it because I didn't have a copy of the receipt. So, if you're getting takeout, just make sure you get a copy of your receipt! That is the only reason this place isn't getting 5 stars.
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DJ J.
How do you celebrate Chinese New Year. We get together with a group of friends and go out to a good restaurant with Chinese cuisine along with other cuisines. Stopped in to Angkor and found a group of about 24 in a long table down the middle of the restaurant doing the same. Our group split a couple of apps. The Crispy Tofu Triangles that comes with a gingery soy sauce and grilled chicken skewer. Both good but enjoyed the flavorful chicken more. For the main course I had the Green Curry Noodles; nicely seasoned and spiced. Plenty to take home for another meal. Was able to taste some of the BAn Chhev; very good. Service was good. BYOB. If you forget there is a State Store in the same little strip mall.
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Beth C.
This is one of our favorite Thai restaurants in the city. We visit at least twice a month. Food is prepared fresh by grandma and its always excellent. This restaurant does a lot of take-out business and is usually empty inside. Don't let the exterior appearance fool you....the inside is beautiful and worth a visit.
Heard great reviews about this restaurant and ventured out to try. Nice setting in a little plaza. Nice decor and ambiance. Very polite service. All the appetizers were terrific from the fish cake to the cold spring rolls to the shrimp wraps. Phenomenal were the chicken green curry and the short ribs. So so was the crepe which resembled Ban Xeo at some Vietnamese restaurants. The cold clear noodle salad was light and refreshing - a perfect summer dish. I will definitely return By the way, this is a BYOB so come prepared.
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Sara P.
This is my Mom's favorite place to dine, and definitely on my top 5 list of Pittsburgh restaurants! It's a hidden jewel, inconspicuously situated in a strip mall in the West End. Discovered one day post thrift store shopping, it's now a little tradition that we practice. MMmmmm, the food's so yummy! With a fairly diverse Thai/Chinese/Cambodian menu and daily specials that hit the spot, there's a lot to choose from. I recommend the green curry! Their masaman curry and pad thai aren't too shabby either. And, if they ever have a salmon special, get it! Their spring rolls are ok; I've had better. But, the tom yum soup is fab! And, their thai iced teas are delicious and made just right! Best of all, there are options for every diet, palate, and the prices are reasonable.
(5)
Kurt A.
As good as it gets outside of Cambodia or Midtown Manhattan. a gem for Pittsburgh. These folks used to own Phnom Penh downtown. I have yet to taste a better Pad Thai. Their red and green curry is to die for. This isn't your corner chinese place, folks, be very careful when ordering the spiciness. I usually go for an eight at local places. But this place is authentic, and has authentic cooks. A seven in the curry made me sweat and tear up. But oh, so good! Take-out is prompt, and the place is busy at times, but after seven you have the place to yourself.
(5)
Shayna R.
The boyfriend and I have come here a few times so far, and it's been a great experience every time. It's a shame that they are located a little out of the way from the busier areas because if he didn't know of it, I would have never thought to have checked it out before. In a plaza between West End and Crafton by a Dollar store, pizza places, and Italian subs across the street (don't forget every single fast food restaurant too), this little gem isn't noticeable on the drive at first, but you won't regret it when you walk in. Like a typical Thai fashion, the place is decorated with draperies, large mirrors, and elephant statues aplenty. However, when we go, it's always pretty empty which kind of makes me sad, as I would like to see the place during its busier hours. On the bright side, this can only mean they can put more focus on our delicious meals. We usually get the green curry (tofu for me, chicken for him) and it's always the right amount of spiciness. I did try the Thai basil curry before, which was also good and just the spicy I enjoy. You get a fairly large portion for a decent price (no complaints) and I usually have enough leftover for a second meal. The servers are very polite, yet a little reserved. At least when we have gone, they always sit in the chair at the back to keep their eye on us. It was a polite gesture that I didn't initially understand, haha. Either way, service has always been super. I would definitely recommend this place to others, especially if you love Thai food (along with Nicky's Thai Kitchen and Silk Elephant). If you're not sure, I think they could change your mind.
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Darren W.
The East End's Silk Elephant has a worthy opponent in Angkor. To think I first learned of fish cakes from a Conan The Barbarian comic book I read as a lad. No, I don't recall the issue number. At Angkor, you get 5 to an order of this appetizing appetizer. The diminutive discs come with a medley of wonderfully sweet pickled onions and a cucumber sauce. The filler is minimal; the flavor is anything but. Kay had the Ban Chhev (a large yellow crepe that looked like an omelete) for dinner (please write a review, baby doll). I had the Shrimp Penang and found it to be favorably reminiscent of the Duck Curry I had at Silk Elephant (I'm assuming them to be the same dish aside from the choice of meat). A roll call of ingredients from the menu is in order: Thai basil, peas, green peppers, red peppers, dried red chili, lemon grass, shallots, garlic, galanga, kaffir lime leaves, and coconut milk. All of the components added up to the sum of their parts, making for a remarkably rich yet racy recipe of rapturous proportions that I barely finished. Chalk it up to losing my sanity, but I detected a slight licorice flavor. As for the shrimp, they were plump and plentiful in number, but the Penang was so good, I might have been able to eat it sans any meat at all. Angkor's extensive dessert menu sounded as intriguing as the tracklisting for an upcoming studio album from your all-time favorite band. Some of the names included Golden Threads, Jack Fruit Seeds, Golden Balls (don't. go. there...), Sang Khaya Khatt, Rainbow Cake, Banana Steamed Cake, Squash Custard, Black Sweet Rice, and Avocado Ice Cream. Alas, Treats & Sweets nearby was calling us for a return visit, so partake we did not, but we will definitely return, if for no other reason than to see what Black Sweet Rice is all about. P.S. I can honestly tell you that we had no problems whatsoever with the service at Angkor, something that reviewers here on Yelp and elsewhere allegedly had issues with.
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Jim C.
i had recently moved to a new area and was looking for a new curry joint. came across this place on yelp and decided to give it a try. so i do what i always do when trying a new place..see if they have carry out at first before i do the whole resteraunt thing. First off, Do not use the menu they have online, none of the prices are accurate. Must be outdated because everything on the online menu is 2 dollars cheaper than it really is. Found out the hard way when i got my total lol Second, Curry was good. could of used more spice. i never got asked upon ordering if they could make it spicy or not. and it did not indicate whether i could or not on the online menu. either way it was good. I got the red curry with beef...very high in meat. Good veggie ratio overral good. Third, Got the crispy baby calamari..was not that impressed...kind of too much crisp. Kind of like going to kfc and getting there extra crispy or whatever that is lol. Too much breading, Not enough Cal. i will say for the price quality of food ratio it was not that bad. i will def order again because i was impressed with the curry, maybe next time it will be in the resteraunt.
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C M.
Not en-Thai-rely impressed! When I saw the signs, and later the reviews, I truly believed that this was going to be THE zenith of Cambodian and Thai foods. Instead, sadly, I met with great disappointment. The first red flag, or ominous warning, was when I arrived at eleven this morning and they were not open. The place was deserted, and when I called and asked if they were going to open, a man said that they will open at eleven thirty. When I returned at the appointed time, there were already three tables seated, including one with four people. My second red flag occurred whenever I tried to ask the server about a particular dish. It contained Phnom Penh sauce And I was unfamiliar...so was he! He claimed to have just started the prior week. When, after other questions were posed that he could, it wouldn't, answer, he dashed off to a table of older folks who had numerous special requests and did not return to me for another ten minutes. When he begrudgingly returned, he took my order of the Pad Ke Mao, or drunken noodles. It took nearly a half hour to get my takeout. Rather than a "sorry about the wait" or any civilities, the food was instead thrust into my hands. He did ask me six times if I paid my bill...I definitely did. Now, upon entering my car I found only disappointment. The waiter had sloshed some of whatever that place considers Lemongrass soup through the bag. The soup was in a tiny container and had exactly three chunks of mushroom and two of tomato, and overall minimal flavor. I was not thrilled with the Drunken Noodles which were very sweet, mushy, devoid of all the vegetables which were allegedly supposed to be included in it. Worse, I discovered that though I ordered tofu in it, I was given dry, stringy chicken. I thought about complaining or asking for my $7.50 back, but I figured it wasn't worth the wait...just like the meal.
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Jessica M.
I've gotten lunch from this place tons of times, but only on weekdays. Always great food and service. I decided to go this weekend with my parents for lunch - their first Thai experience! We were excited. I called ahead a few days before to double-check the opening times. I was told that it technically opened at 11, but it was safer to come "on the later side." "Like 12?" I asked. "Yeah, 12 is good." We showed up at 12 on Saturday and the place looked dead. After waiting around for a few minutes, we tried the door, and found it unlocked. After standing inside for a couple of minutes, one of us ventured back toward the kitchen to call for anyone. Finally a man came out and said "Oh, I'll be ready to open in about an hour," acting totally surprised and offended that we were inside. Super annoying and frustrating experience. Is this typical for the weekends? I'm not sure, but it has completely soured me on the place.
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Dare A.
Oh my ...dont like the food here. Tried the Pad thai and the chicken fried rice ...the pad thai was disgusting and the fried rice was not enticing either ...wont be going back ...ugh
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N M.
This is utopia for your taste buds.. A carnival of culinary art. Fantastic and friendly service. The Angkor Salad is a explosion of flavour that you wont soon forget. The coconut lemongrass soup was easily 6/5 stars.
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Juan H.
I have eaten here twice and have been satisfied each occasion. They've only been takeout experience so I can only judge strictly on quality and taste of the food. First time we ordered Beef Saramann and Thai Fried Rice. The Saramann was a curry dish and had lots of veggies and a good portion of meat. The Thai Fried Rice (Chicken) was EXCELLENT. I know, it's only fried rice, but there is definitely a hierarchical chain of superior taste amongst the Far East fried rice dishes...and this one ranks towards the top. My second time eating there I ordered a chicken Pad Thai, Shrimp Pad Thai and a Chicken Thai Fried Rice. Needless to say, they botched my order and I got home to open my cartons, after salivating on the 7 min drive home, to the wrong meats for each dish. I called and they rectified the situation for a future order. The Pad Thai was decent. They got the spice right (I asked for 8 out of 10), but the seafood didn't seem that great. It was average, to be honest. But once again, the Thai Fried Rice made up for the mediocre noodle dish. Uh, I lived in NYC and currently here in Pittsburgh for a short hiatus, so for now, Angkor will be my close to home goto Thai Restaurant.
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Sandro K.
At first I was suspicious if all the yelp ratings were right since the place was empty but I went in anyway. I didn't regret my choice at all because already the appetizer I had was delicious. Plenty of parking. Friendly staff. All in all worth the trip.
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Lester S.
Fantastic Thai/Cambodian food. The curries are especially Delicious. Saramann curry is one of the most delicious things I've ever eaten. If you like Thai, this is the place.
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Emily H.
Very good lunch prices. Two of us ate for $14.40 before tip. Lunches come with either wonton or lemongrass soup and a spring roll. The lemongrass soup was very spicy with chunks of tomato and mushroom. I was expecting something more mild, like tom yum, but I really enjoyed the soup. The spring rolls were just big enough for two bites. I ordered the Moarn Chha Kroeung, a dish of mixed vegetables in a thick yellow lemongrass sauce. It was delicious and I'm having a hard time thinking of a similar, comparable dish. My roommate got the Moarn Chha Ktom, which he also liked. Lunches come with your choice of veggies/tofu, chicken, beef, or shrimp and are priced with the veggies being the cheapest and shrimp being the most expensive (at $7.95 - hardly expensive). Service was just ok - they didn't offer dessert and kind of walked away before we could place drink orders, but our food came out very quickly and water was refilled promptly. I would definitely return if I'm in this part of town again. If you go, order one of the Cambodian dishes and try something new.
(4)
Emily H.
Went there last weekend with a friend for dinner. Got the fresh spring rolls and the Cambodian specialty of fried rice cakes under a pork mixture (sorry forget the name). Had to get pad Thai and Penang for entrees. Everything was great; fresh, hot, well seasoned, good quality. Cannot wait to go back.
(5)
Eden M.
Visiting a new city for work means a steep learning curve for every need and amenity you have. From finding out where to get your laundry done to finding what restaurants cater to vegetarians, it's a chore. I got lucky in that this gem is 5 minutes form my hotel, and fantastic. They have Cambodian dishes I've not seen before, and are faithfully spiced as opposed to suburbanite mild. Everything is available in a tofu or vegetable option, and the sauces aren't greasy or loaded with MSG and thickener. I highly recommend the garlicky eggplant or the tofu and chive flowers. Their fresh spring rolls (elsewhere called summer rolls) are delicious and full of fresh basil. Best of all, the owners sit in the dining area and make sure the customers are happy. Wonderful people, delicious food, great art on the walls. Overall, my favorite secret hidden gem in Pittsburgh.
(5)
Kedar D.
This place does much better food than its sister joint Lemon Grass Cafe. The food here comes in large portions and is distinct from Thai food (it seems more Cambodian, which is a nice touch). The waiter was knowledgeable and made sure everything was completely vegan.
(3)
J R.
Food was delicious, the three stars is for the service. Unbelievably slow. I get the whole family restaurant thing and love to support these establishment, however that is not an excuse. It should not take 15min to get my water glass filled for the first time and 25min before we finally get attention from the server. An unfortunate experience, I may revisit on my travels if I have ample time, prepared for a long dining experience..
(3)
Jessica B.
Angkor, I want to love you. I really do. You just make it so hard for me, sometimes. I've been coming to Angkor off an on for several years now. I found them through Restaurant.com , a service that offers discounted dining certificates for partnered restaurants in the area. The first visit, I only went there because I could use the certificates, but over time I found myself enjoying the place more and more. There are few restaurants more attractive than Angkor, especially located in a strip mall. When diners walk in, the first thing they probably notice are the carved, gilded walls. It's not a huge dining room, but the tables are spaced apart nicely and the decor is top notch. It's very, very attractive inside. I've been there a dozen times or more now and each time I walk through the door I'm struck by the beauty of the place. The menu is decent, and the prices are not too extravagant. I think the problem lies in availability and service. My boyfriend loves their haw mook, a shredded fish steamed with coconut milk and curry in a banana-leaf cup. We used to drive across the city sometimes just so he could have it, and more than once we showed up on a Friday or Saturday evening to find out they weren't serving it that night. I completely understand that weekends are incredibly busy and stressful in the restaurant business, but it's listed on the menu as a regular item. The last time we were there, two or three weeks ago, we were told the haw mook is made in advance and when they run out, it's gone for the night. Wouldn't it make sense to list this on the menu as subject to availability, the way seasonal items are listed as market price on other restaurant menus? A sidebar marking on the menu may be enough of a warning to convince people to call ahead before showing up, instead of assuming it is a constant like we did. After the first two "sorry, we don't have that tonight," replies we finally asked about it and were told about the advance preparation. We've also gone here with other couples several times, and have been disappointed by the service. I've made reservations (more than once) that were lost, and twice now we've ordered food that's taken upwards of an hour to receive, even when we were one of a handful of groups in the restaurant. If I have to go out for dinner during the weekend, I do so either very early or after a dinner rush, so I'm not making a nuisance of myself or stressing out the servers, and still we've gotten mediocre service at Angkor. Once, over the summer, all of our dishes were served except my boyfriend's, and he had already been turned down over the haw mook. After deciding on something else, his order was apparently lost. We had to eat before him while he waited for his meal to be made, and this was after waiting at least forty minutes (possibly more) for ours. All in all it took over two hours to order, eat and manage to pay our bill. I love the food at Angkor. I've never been disappointed with anything I've chosen. The tilapia dishes are excellent (when they have them, as they've run completely out of it before, in addition to the premade haw mook), as are all of the noodle and curry options. Unfortunately, sometimes I've had to jump through hoops or exercise extreme patience in order to receive dinner. We've found several places closer that serve haw mook on a regular basis and have never let us down, so we most likely won't be going out of our way to visit Angkor again. However, if I'm in the area I'll still stop in. The food's worth it, so long as the place isn't busy. If I lived closer to the city, I'd make a habit of coming here on the weekday evenings to avoid any issues, but that's not an option for me now. I'll be reserving Angkor for the occasional in the neighborhood treat from now on.
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Claire C.
I love this place. I do mostly take out and have a hard time deciding what to order. Good food and great prices.
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Lawrence R.
Simple, unpretentious room, great service, slammin' good food! We tried to stick to the Cambodian options, and everything we had was phenomenal. We will definitely put this on our list of regulars.
(4)
David B.
I have been to Angkor more than 30 times, and I have never been dissapointed. The food is unusual, delicious and very satisfying. I particularly recommend the Cambodian dishes, that is Angkor's strength. I like the wood carving, the orchids in the front window, I am very much charmed by the decor. The service has always been excellent for me, it is very attentive, helpful, service. I like that there is no corkage fee. The lunch menu is more limited than the dinner menu, make sure you go there for dinner.
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Ann L.
Came in on the Sunday before Labor Day and only one sole waiter was working the place with the help of one sole bus boy. Although it took awhile for him to get our order and clear our plates, he did it all with a smile on his face and, most importantly, he brought the food out right when it was ready. I had the cambodian fried rice, which was phenomenal. BYOB.
(4)
Pragna H.
I eat at Angkor once a week, religiously. I have only had food from the lunch menu, so my review is limited to that. I get either the Japanese eggplant with tofu or Panang curry with tofu. They do their tofu dishes really well. Service here is friendly and efficient. The tofu in the curries/stirfries are done well.
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Classy Noise Level : Quiet Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes
R K.
One of the nicest Cambodian restaurants I've been to. And it doesn't try to hide behind a Thai image - this place is proudly Cambodian. Get the amok fish curry, and the beef stew with cardamom and aniseed.
(4)Linda M.
Stopped in on a bitterly cold Saturday night so was surprised to see a good crowd. As with previous visits, food was excellent and nicely presented. Service was attentive. Definitely a good value.
(5)Kendall S.
Had a great meal here Saturday night. The red curry noodles were delicious and you can pick a spicy scale from 1-10. The waiter was attentive and the food was homemade not out of a box or bag. Happy to have found this little gem and happy it is close to the house!
(5)Krissy K.
We have been to Angkor many times. We are never disappointed. I always try to have something new, the husband sticks to Pad Thai. He loves it there. We love the Angkor salad and the soups. Wish we lived closer... but it's worth the 40 minute drive!
(5)Emily W.
Angkor is Pittsburgh's best kept secret. Those who know Angkor know that it is sad that Angkor is not better known, because we all know the fate of restaurants that don't attract a crowd. The green curry is on my list of top-5 dishes from anywhere that I have dined. My wife and I shared the green curry with a plate of Japanese eggplant with shrimp, and if Nicky can do it any better I cannot imagine. The decor is authentic, the food even more so. Go now!!
(5)Danyan W.
This place has the best Thai food in pittsburgh so far. The korean short rib appetizer is a must...flavorful and portion is big for the price you pay. We also tried the red curry with chicken and braised short rib with some kind of pineapple coconut sauce...they were very creamy and not too sweet. Loved them. Will definitely make this place our regular dinning spot.
(5)Dan K.
Was in a hurry and stopped here for take out. Food came quickly. Panang,spicy lemon grass soup and fresh spring rolls were great. The quantity of soup was disappointing but tasted great. I will use this for take out for work for sure.
(4)nicole g.
Great food! We ordered the green vegetable curry, spring rolls, and a salmon skewer - all delicious. The only bummer was that they forgot the rice, so we had to go back and get some - so check your order before you head home.
(4)Kate K.
I really wish you could do half-star ratings. I reserve 5 stars for over the top awesome place, but this place is so close to that! I've been coming to Angkor for over 5 years and have never been disappointed with a meal. The veggie spring rolls are delicious--the perfect size and extra crispy. I'm a noodle fan and always get the noodle dishes. Noodles are great, veggies are fresh, chicken is a good complement. Never a wait for a table--this place must do a lot of takeout. It's been here for years and I've only seen more that 3 tables occupied one time. That was a bustling night!
(4)Ari R.
Great lunch spot. You get a sizable entree, your choice of soup, and a spring roll all for $7 during their lunch special. The Thai Fried Rice with chicken is one of my favorites.
(4)Jennifer Z.
We ate off of the Chinese menu it was very good, large portions and affordable.
(3)Kevin H.
The environment is really nice and spiritual. The food is very authentic Thai especially papaya salad!
(5)Russ J.
For was spot on. Shrimp cooked to perfection. Waitress was very pleasant and I was all buy myself except for a steady stream of take-out Orders. Wish it was closer to home but will be making the trip over again.
(4)Halee V.
I can't say enough good things about Angkor! The restaurant is very clean and beautifully decorated. Servers are so friendly and the food comes out quickly. The red curry was on point. Vegetables were perfectly cooked - not soggy like I've had elsewhere. Coconut lemongrass soup was fantastic, spicy and delicious. Green papaya salad my favorite I've had since I studied abroad in Thailand. Closest to authentic Thai I've experienced and I will definitely keep coming back for more.
(5)Chrissy C.
The food here is always fantastic. They are also very quick to get your takeout out the door. Their curries are some of the best that I've had, and they are good about any special requests one may have regarding their meals. The pad thai has also met the customary Thai food taste test of many of my friends I've taken here. However, their service can sometimes be a little tough. The last time we went was a perfect example. We could never seem to flag our waiter down as he seemed to be the only one waiting tables on a busy-ish Friday night.
(4)Carrie T.
I typically order to-go for lunch from Angkor. If it's busy, it can take awhile for your sit-down lunch as there's usually only one server. The spicy beef (Angkor Salad) and Larb Salad are amazing. I've also enjoyed the "something-out-of-this-world" Green Curry as well as the Panang, both huge #1 hits in my book. The lunch specials are super reasonable and include soup and an egg roll for about $8. One last note, get the Lemongrass soup, it will blow your mind, with a hint of heat and fresh veggies. Definitely, my favorite Asian dining in Crafton area.
(4)Dani R.
Everything was excellent! The shrimp appetizer was delicious as was each of our meals and the homemade dessert sampler. Reasonable prices and excellent service. A must go!
(5)Jeff G.
I rarely go to this neck of the woods, but a friend of mine likes Angkor, so once in a while I go. I'm usually unimpressed, but it's never bad. I just wish it was a little more special. I do love the decor in the place, and parking is a breeze.
(3)Amy N.
I can't wait to try more of the menu here. I had the drunken noodles and they were tasty and at the expected spice level (my go-to for entrees is 6). My friend had a spicy eggplant dish but thought it was a little on the sweet side (despite the 10 spice level). As with Thai food in general, very easy for vegetarians to find options. The main annoyance I have is that it's difficult to find a current and complete menu online, so that's hindered me from ordering takeout or delivery and eating here more often. Would also be awesome if they joined grub hub or had online ordering available, but I don't think they even have a website at the moment.
(4)John H.
I ate way too much, but was very happy to have found this place close to my hotel in Greentree. If you are in the area I totally recommend it.
(5)Kathy L.
Stongly recommend if you stay in greentree nearby. Tasteful food, good service. You can choose favorite spicy level.
(5)Tom G.
Great food, great service. I was embarrassed for the city that we were the only ones in the place. This was the best Thai food I have had in years!
(5)Shawn O.
I wish we could rate half stars! 50-50 experience on this one. Been wanting to try Angkor based on the Yelp reviews, so we finally decided to give it a try on a slow Saturday night. Walking in, there was only one other party present at 7pm (a little concerning). This place screams American Chinese restaurant with a little extra polished charm. The staff were great. We were greeted an sat immediately (then again, almost noone else was there), and we were offered some suggestions on what to order. Decided to start with the spring rolls. The rice paper could have been prepped a little better (a bit chewy), but overall, they were pleasing (crisp, fresh and minty). We decided to go with the Cambodian Short Ribs (C16) and they quickly came out. Slowly stewed short ribs with pineapple, mushrooms, tomatoes and a rich earthy sauce on steamed rice. Definitely stick to your ribs comfort food that reminded me a lot of a cross between Korean short ribs and curry. My lack of decision ultimately comes from my lack of confidence in the menu as a whole. While our entree was good, the spring rolls left a decent amount to be desired. Not sure we'd proactively make the hike out to Carnegie again for this place unless we were already in the area (though then again, the one other table drove the entire way from Greensburg to eat there... so that's a promising sign).
(3)Joshua L.
Okay. I ordered the basil chicken entree and was fine. I ordered a spice level 7 and it came out not spicy at all. If you can make it downtown or north side, try Nicky's Thai. If you're stuck in west side, Angkor will do the trick. :) if you get a sweet tooth, don't ask for the delicious looking cake in the display case... It's just for show. And they do not have the real deal to serve embarrassingly.
(3)Kimberly R.
Byob....you know I love it!! One of my fav parts about the state liquor laws is there are so make fun family byob places. This is a great example. The restaurant is a nice size with very friendly service. Wish I could give half stars bc I liked the restaurant. 3.5 stars is more appropriate. The food was nice. I ordered the Pad Thai. The order was a nice size. The sauce was a little sweeter than I would have liked but had nice flavor. I got a heat level 7 and it had a nice spice. I could have got a 9 and still been comfortable. My husband got a Penang chicken curry. He also got a 7 and enjoyed the spice. The curry was nice and a good serving amount. My husband also got the fried spring rolls which he said were fine. Our bill was 25$...cheapest dinner date we have had in a while. I would go back to try some other things from the menu.
(3)Janel P.
A very good restaurant. I am very critical of Thai food but they have many great dishes. I come for business but always stop here. The fresh spring rolls are exceptional. Peanut sauce is different than most places but good. The panang curry is my favorite dish
(4)Chelsea M.
We were so excited to try a new place in the Green Tree area when back visiting. We stopped by for dinner about 9:15 on Friday and were told by staff they were closed. This was a HUGE disappointment as their hours are listed online as open until 10:30. Please update the hours so customers don't go out of their way to patronize this business only to find the establishment closed! Rude!
(1)Laura S.
I love this place. The food is wonderful. I'm completely addicted to their Vegetarian Lemongrass Soup. The atmosphere is quiet and welcoming. Great for eat in or take out. The only issue I ever had is that I ordered take out once and the person running the credit card machine gave themselves a much larger tip than I'd actually left. I didn't report it because I didn't have a copy of the receipt. So, if you're getting takeout, just make sure you get a copy of your receipt! That is the only reason this place isn't getting 5 stars.
(4)DJ J.
How do you celebrate Chinese New Year. We get together with a group of friends and go out to a good restaurant with Chinese cuisine along with other cuisines. Stopped in to Angkor and found a group of about 24 in a long table down the middle of the restaurant doing the same. Our group split a couple of apps. The Crispy Tofu Triangles that comes with a gingery soy sauce and grilled chicken skewer. Both good but enjoyed the flavorful chicken more. For the main course I had the Green Curry Noodles; nicely seasoned and spiced. Plenty to take home for another meal. Was able to taste some of the BAn Chhev; very good. Service was good. BYOB. If you forget there is a State Store in the same little strip mall.
(4)Beth C.
This is one of our favorite Thai restaurants in the city. We visit at least twice a month. Food is prepared fresh by grandma and its always excellent. This restaurant does a lot of take-out business and is usually empty inside. Don't let the exterior appearance fool you....the inside is beautiful and worth a visit.
(5)Tom A.
I'll never forget my first trip to Angkor. It was the Wednesday after Easter. I'd had my fill fresh ham, second day ham, and ham reprocessed into something they call a salad... I was all hammed out and yearning for something different; something from a differed place and perhaps time. I wanted noodles, I wanted chicken, and oh yes, peanut sauce.... It had to be Pad Thai. Nothing else would do. I'd only been back in Pittsburgh for about a month, following a seven year stint in Dayton, Ohio. Not knowing where go, I did what all lost and hungry people should do. I turned to my fellow Yelpers for help. Thank God, they did not disappoint. They guided me towards Angkor, which is only a half mile from my apartment. Being Wednesday it wasn't busy but it was everything I was looking for. The décor was really nice. The service was really good, and fast. But most importantly, my to-go carton was filled with yummies straight from heaven. The noodles were piping hot, the chicken was grilled to perfection, and the peanut sauce was all I could have asked for. I knew from the moment they asked me what spice level I wanted that I had been delivered to a place that was going to make me happy man. Thank you fellow Yelpers... and Angkor... I'll be back. Oh yes, I WILL be back, with friends.
(4)A K.
Heard great reviews about this restaurant and ventured out to try. Nice setting in a little plaza. Nice decor and ambiance. Very polite service. All the appetizers were terrific from the fish cake to the cold spring rolls to the shrimp wraps. Phenomenal were the chicken green curry and the short ribs. So so was the crepe which resembled Ban Xeo at some Vietnamese restaurants. The cold clear noodle salad was light and refreshing - a perfect summer dish. I will definitely return By the way, this is a BYOB so come prepared.
(4)Sara P.
This is my Mom's favorite place to dine, and definitely on my top 5 list of Pittsburgh restaurants! It's a hidden jewel, inconspicuously situated in a strip mall in the West End. Discovered one day post thrift store shopping, it's now a little tradition that we practice. MMmmmm, the food's so yummy! With a fairly diverse Thai/Chinese/Cambodian menu and daily specials that hit the spot, there's a lot to choose from. I recommend the green curry! Their masaman curry and pad thai aren't too shabby either. And, if they ever have a salmon special, get it! Their spring rolls are ok; I've had better. But, the tom yum soup is fab! And, their thai iced teas are delicious and made just right! Best of all, there are options for every diet, palate, and the prices are reasonable.
(5)Kurt A.
As good as it gets outside of Cambodia or Midtown Manhattan. a gem for Pittsburgh. These folks used to own Phnom Penh downtown. I have yet to taste a better Pad Thai. Their red and green curry is to die for. This isn't your corner chinese place, folks, be very careful when ordering the spiciness. I usually go for an eight at local places. But this place is authentic, and has authentic cooks. A seven in the curry made me sweat and tear up. But oh, so good! Take-out is prompt, and the place is busy at times, but after seven you have the place to yourself.
(5)Shayna R.
The boyfriend and I have come here a few times so far, and it's been a great experience every time. It's a shame that they are located a little out of the way from the busier areas because if he didn't know of it, I would have never thought to have checked it out before. In a plaza between West End and Crafton by a Dollar store, pizza places, and Italian subs across the street (don't forget every single fast food restaurant too), this little gem isn't noticeable on the drive at first, but you won't regret it when you walk in. Like a typical Thai fashion, the place is decorated with draperies, large mirrors, and elephant statues aplenty. However, when we go, it's always pretty empty which kind of makes me sad, as I would like to see the place during its busier hours. On the bright side, this can only mean they can put more focus on our delicious meals. We usually get the green curry (tofu for me, chicken for him) and it's always the right amount of spiciness. I did try the Thai basil curry before, which was also good and just the spicy I enjoy. You get a fairly large portion for a decent price (no complaints) and I usually have enough leftover for a second meal. The servers are very polite, yet a little reserved. At least when we have gone, they always sit in the chair at the back to keep their eye on us. It was a polite gesture that I didn't initially understand, haha. Either way, service has always been super. I would definitely recommend this place to others, especially if you love Thai food (along with Nicky's Thai Kitchen and Silk Elephant). If you're not sure, I think they could change your mind.
(4)Darren W.
The East End's Silk Elephant has a worthy opponent in Angkor. To think I first learned of fish cakes from a Conan The Barbarian comic book I read as a lad. No, I don't recall the issue number. At Angkor, you get 5 to an order of this appetizing appetizer. The diminutive discs come with a medley of wonderfully sweet pickled onions and a cucumber sauce. The filler is minimal; the flavor is anything but. Kay had the Ban Chhev (a large yellow crepe that looked like an omelete) for dinner (please write a review, baby doll). I had the Shrimp Penang and found it to be favorably reminiscent of the Duck Curry I had at Silk Elephant (I'm assuming them to be the same dish aside from the choice of meat). A roll call of ingredients from the menu is in order: Thai basil, peas, green peppers, red peppers, dried red chili, lemon grass, shallots, garlic, galanga, kaffir lime leaves, and coconut milk. All of the components added up to the sum of their parts, making for a remarkably rich yet racy recipe of rapturous proportions that I barely finished. Chalk it up to losing my sanity, but I detected a slight licorice flavor. As for the shrimp, they were plump and plentiful in number, but the Penang was so good, I might have been able to eat it sans any meat at all. Angkor's extensive dessert menu sounded as intriguing as the tracklisting for an upcoming studio album from your all-time favorite band. Some of the names included Golden Threads, Jack Fruit Seeds, Golden Balls (don't. go. there...), Sang Khaya Khatt, Rainbow Cake, Banana Steamed Cake, Squash Custard, Black Sweet Rice, and Avocado Ice Cream. Alas, Treats & Sweets nearby was calling us for a return visit, so partake we did not, but we will definitely return, if for no other reason than to see what Black Sweet Rice is all about. P.S. I can honestly tell you that we had no problems whatsoever with the service at Angkor, something that reviewers here on Yelp and elsewhere allegedly had issues with.
(5)Jim C.
i had recently moved to a new area and was looking for a new curry joint. came across this place on yelp and decided to give it a try. so i do what i always do when trying a new place..see if they have carry out at first before i do the whole resteraunt thing. First off, Do not use the menu they have online, none of the prices are accurate. Must be outdated because everything on the online menu is 2 dollars cheaper than it really is. Found out the hard way when i got my total lol Second, Curry was good. could of used more spice. i never got asked upon ordering if they could make it spicy or not. and it did not indicate whether i could or not on the online menu. either way it was good. I got the red curry with beef...very high in meat. Good veggie ratio overral good. Third, Got the crispy baby calamari..was not that impressed...kind of too much crisp. Kind of like going to kfc and getting there extra crispy or whatever that is lol. Too much breading, Not enough Cal. i will say for the price quality of food ratio it was not that bad. i will def order again because i was impressed with the curry, maybe next time it will be in the resteraunt.
(3)C M.
Not en-Thai-rely impressed! When I saw the signs, and later the reviews, I truly believed that this was going to be THE zenith of Cambodian and Thai foods. Instead, sadly, I met with great disappointment. The first red flag, or ominous warning, was when I arrived at eleven this morning and they were not open. The place was deserted, and when I called and asked if they were going to open, a man said that they will open at eleven thirty. When I returned at the appointed time, there were already three tables seated, including one with four people. My second red flag occurred whenever I tried to ask the server about a particular dish. It contained Phnom Penh sauce And I was unfamiliar...so was he! He claimed to have just started the prior week. When, after other questions were posed that he could, it wouldn't, answer, he dashed off to a table of older folks who had numerous special requests and did not return to me for another ten minutes. When he begrudgingly returned, he took my order of the Pad Ke Mao, or drunken noodles. It took nearly a half hour to get my takeout. Rather than a "sorry about the wait" or any civilities, the food was instead thrust into my hands. He did ask me six times if I paid my bill...I definitely did. Now, upon entering my car I found only disappointment. The waiter had sloshed some of whatever that place considers Lemongrass soup through the bag. The soup was in a tiny container and had exactly three chunks of mushroom and two of tomato, and overall minimal flavor. I was not thrilled with the Drunken Noodles which were very sweet, mushy, devoid of all the vegetables which were allegedly supposed to be included in it. Worse, I discovered that though I ordered tofu in it, I was given dry, stringy chicken. I thought about complaining or asking for my $7.50 back, but I figured it wasn't worth the wait...just like the meal.
(2)Jessica M.
I've gotten lunch from this place tons of times, but only on weekdays. Always great food and service. I decided to go this weekend with my parents for lunch - their first Thai experience! We were excited. I called ahead a few days before to double-check the opening times. I was told that it technically opened at 11, but it was safer to come "on the later side." "Like 12?" I asked. "Yeah, 12 is good." We showed up at 12 on Saturday and the place looked dead. After waiting around for a few minutes, we tried the door, and found it unlocked. After standing inside for a couple of minutes, one of us ventured back toward the kitchen to call for anyone. Finally a man came out and said "Oh, I'll be ready to open in about an hour," acting totally surprised and offended that we were inside. Super annoying and frustrating experience. Is this typical for the weekends? I'm not sure, but it has completely soured me on the place.
(2)Dare A.
Oh my ...dont like the food here. Tried the Pad thai and the chicken fried rice ...the pad thai was disgusting and the fried rice was not enticing either ...wont be going back ...ugh
(1)N M.
This is utopia for your taste buds.. A carnival of culinary art. Fantastic and friendly service. The Angkor Salad is a explosion of flavour that you wont soon forget. The coconut lemongrass soup was easily 6/5 stars.
(5)Juan H.
I have eaten here twice and have been satisfied each occasion. They've only been takeout experience so I can only judge strictly on quality and taste of the food. First time we ordered Beef Saramann and Thai Fried Rice. The Saramann was a curry dish and had lots of veggies and a good portion of meat. The Thai Fried Rice (Chicken) was EXCELLENT. I know, it's only fried rice, but there is definitely a hierarchical chain of superior taste amongst the Far East fried rice dishes...and this one ranks towards the top. My second time eating there I ordered a chicken Pad Thai, Shrimp Pad Thai and a Chicken Thai Fried Rice. Needless to say, they botched my order and I got home to open my cartons, after salivating on the 7 min drive home, to the wrong meats for each dish. I called and they rectified the situation for a future order. The Pad Thai was decent. They got the spice right (I asked for 8 out of 10), but the seafood didn't seem that great. It was average, to be honest. But once again, the Thai Fried Rice made up for the mediocre noodle dish. Uh, I lived in NYC and currently here in Pittsburgh for a short hiatus, so for now, Angkor will be my close to home goto Thai Restaurant.
(3)Sandro K.
At first I was suspicious if all the yelp ratings were right since the place was empty but I went in anyway. I didn't regret my choice at all because already the appetizer I had was delicious. Plenty of parking. Friendly staff. All in all worth the trip.
(4)Lester S.
Fantastic Thai/Cambodian food. The curries are especially Delicious. Saramann curry is one of the most delicious things I've ever eaten. If you like Thai, this is the place.
(5)Emily H.
Very good lunch prices. Two of us ate for $14.40 before tip. Lunches come with either wonton or lemongrass soup and a spring roll. The lemongrass soup was very spicy with chunks of tomato and mushroom. I was expecting something more mild, like tom yum, but I really enjoyed the soup. The spring rolls were just big enough for two bites. I ordered the Moarn Chha Kroeung, a dish of mixed vegetables in a thick yellow lemongrass sauce. It was delicious and I'm having a hard time thinking of a similar, comparable dish. My roommate got the Moarn Chha Ktom, which he also liked. Lunches come with your choice of veggies/tofu, chicken, beef, or shrimp and are priced with the veggies being the cheapest and shrimp being the most expensive (at $7.95 - hardly expensive). Service was just ok - they didn't offer dessert and kind of walked away before we could place drink orders, but our food came out very quickly and water was refilled promptly. I would definitely return if I'm in this part of town again. If you go, order one of the Cambodian dishes and try something new.
(4)Emily H.
Went there last weekend with a friend for dinner. Got the fresh spring rolls and the Cambodian specialty of fried rice cakes under a pork mixture (sorry forget the name). Had to get pad Thai and Penang for entrees. Everything was great; fresh, hot, well seasoned, good quality. Cannot wait to go back.
(5)Eden M.
Visiting a new city for work means a steep learning curve for every need and amenity you have. From finding out where to get your laundry done to finding what restaurants cater to vegetarians, it's a chore. I got lucky in that this gem is 5 minutes form my hotel, and fantastic. They have Cambodian dishes I've not seen before, and are faithfully spiced as opposed to suburbanite mild. Everything is available in a tofu or vegetable option, and the sauces aren't greasy or loaded with MSG and thickener. I highly recommend the garlicky eggplant or the tofu and chive flowers. Their fresh spring rolls (elsewhere called summer rolls) are delicious and full of fresh basil. Best of all, the owners sit in the dining area and make sure the customers are happy. Wonderful people, delicious food, great art on the walls. Overall, my favorite secret hidden gem in Pittsburgh.
(5)Kedar D.
This place does much better food than its sister joint Lemon Grass Cafe. The food here comes in large portions and is distinct from Thai food (it seems more Cambodian, which is a nice touch). The waiter was knowledgeable and made sure everything was completely vegan.
(3)J R.
Food was delicious, the three stars is for the service. Unbelievably slow. I get the whole family restaurant thing and love to support these establishment, however that is not an excuse. It should not take 15min to get my water glass filled for the first time and 25min before we finally get attention from the server. An unfortunate experience, I may revisit on my travels if I have ample time, prepared for a long dining experience..
(3)Jessica B.
Angkor, I want to love you. I really do. You just make it so hard for me, sometimes. I've been coming to Angkor off an on for several years now. I found them through Restaurant.com , a service that offers discounted dining certificates for partnered restaurants in the area. The first visit, I only went there because I could use the certificates, but over time I found myself enjoying the place more and more. There are few restaurants more attractive than Angkor, especially located in a strip mall. When diners walk in, the first thing they probably notice are the carved, gilded walls. It's not a huge dining room, but the tables are spaced apart nicely and the decor is top notch. It's very, very attractive inside. I've been there a dozen times or more now and each time I walk through the door I'm struck by the beauty of the place. The menu is decent, and the prices are not too extravagant. I think the problem lies in availability and service. My boyfriend loves their haw mook, a shredded fish steamed with coconut milk and curry in a banana-leaf cup. We used to drive across the city sometimes just so he could have it, and more than once we showed up on a Friday or Saturday evening to find out they weren't serving it that night. I completely understand that weekends are incredibly busy and stressful in the restaurant business, but it's listed on the menu as a regular item. The last time we were there, two or three weeks ago, we were told the haw mook is made in advance and when they run out, it's gone for the night. Wouldn't it make sense to list this on the menu as subject to availability, the way seasonal items are listed as market price on other restaurant menus? A sidebar marking on the menu may be enough of a warning to convince people to call ahead before showing up, instead of assuming it is a constant like we did. After the first two "sorry, we don't have that tonight," replies we finally asked about it and were told about the advance preparation. We've also gone here with other couples several times, and have been disappointed by the service. I've made reservations (more than once) that were lost, and twice now we've ordered food that's taken upwards of an hour to receive, even when we were one of a handful of groups in the restaurant. If I have to go out for dinner during the weekend, I do so either very early or after a dinner rush, so I'm not making a nuisance of myself or stressing out the servers, and still we've gotten mediocre service at Angkor. Once, over the summer, all of our dishes were served except my boyfriend's, and he had already been turned down over the haw mook. After deciding on something else, his order was apparently lost. We had to eat before him while he waited for his meal to be made, and this was after waiting at least forty minutes (possibly more) for ours. All in all it took over two hours to order, eat and manage to pay our bill. I love the food at Angkor. I've never been disappointed with anything I've chosen. The tilapia dishes are excellent (when they have them, as they've run completely out of it before, in addition to the premade haw mook), as are all of the noodle and curry options. Unfortunately, sometimes I've had to jump through hoops or exercise extreme patience in order to receive dinner. We've found several places closer that serve haw mook on a regular basis and have never let us down, so we most likely won't be going out of our way to visit Angkor again. However, if I'm in the area I'll still stop in. The food's worth it, so long as the place isn't busy. If I lived closer to the city, I'd make a habit of coming here on the weekday evenings to avoid any issues, but that's not an option for me now. I'll be reserving Angkor for the occasional in the neighborhood treat from now on.
(3)Claire C.
I love this place. I do mostly take out and have a hard time deciding what to order. Good food and great prices.
(5)Lawrence R.
Simple, unpretentious room, great service, slammin' good food! We tried to stick to the Cambodian options, and everything we had was phenomenal. We will definitely put this on our list of regulars.
(4)David B.
I have been to Angkor more than 30 times, and I have never been dissapointed. The food is unusual, delicious and very satisfying. I particularly recommend the Cambodian dishes, that is Angkor's strength. I like the wood carving, the orchids in the front window, I am very much charmed by the decor. The service has always been excellent for me, it is very attentive, helpful, service. I like that there is no corkage fee. The lunch menu is more limited than the dinner menu, make sure you go there for dinner.
(5)Ann L.
Came in on the Sunday before Labor Day and only one sole waiter was working the place with the help of one sole bus boy. Although it took awhile for him to get our order and clear our plates, he did it all with a smile on his face and, most importantly, he brought the food out right when it was ready. I had the cambodian fried rice, which was phenomenal. BYOB.
(4)Pragna H.
I eat at Angkor once a week, religiously. I have only had food from the lunch menu, so my review is limited to that. I get either the Japanese eggplant with tofu or Panang curry with tofu. They do their tofu dishes really well. Service here is friendly and efficient. The tofu in the curries/stirfries are done well.
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