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Thai Bay Cafe

Restaurant Thai restaurant

🫤 First the reason I gave 2 stars is because I have loved this place for the last 13 years. It was always my go to place for my tribe (8 of us) to go get great Thai food for a decent price. Went tonight, noticed the menu was new and didn’t have some of the classics we are used to, which we figured th...


Address

7549 Arlington Ave, Riverside, CA 92503

Contact

(951) 687-6968

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (183 reviews)


Working Hours

Permanently closed.

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  • 2/5 Deanna S. 4 years ago on Google
    First the reason I gave 2 stars is because I have loved this place for the last 13 years. It was always my go to place for my tribe (8 of us) to go get great Thai food for a decent price. Went tonight, noticed the menu was new and didn’t have some of the classics we are used to, which we figured they just changed things up. That’s fine cool. Then we got our food, portions were a lot smaller than before. Then we hear this lady behind us using very vulgar language, mind you i thought it was just a loud costumer, come to find out she’s the new owner. WOW it took me by surprise, especially since I have my children in the restaurant as well as she using f bombs and everything else in the book. Then we got the bill, my husband and I was shocked, never in our 13 years of coming here and we paid as much as we did today. Right then we decided we would never be back. Which really sucks since this was the spot I shared with my grandma and it’s always been super special to me.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Austin S. 5 years ago on Google
    Hidden gem in the IE that deserves way more attention. I'm slightly hesitant to write this review because there's a part of me that selfishly wants to keep it hidden, but it's a must try spot. Food is amazing and the prices are even better, my wife and I love the Tom Ka Kai and yellow curry.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lee S. 4 years ago on Google
    I have been coming here for years and have recently found out that ownership changed . As for quality and quantity all has improved with authentic Thai food and some of "Grandma's Recipes" this place has improved 100 % I'm really addicted to this place ! Amazing food with great prices ! It's a little hole in the wall but packs a big punch ! Thai iced tea with lemon and regular Thai iced tea is refreshing. So many different flavors and aroma coming from the kitchen. Romantic, family , business this place is good for all . Also serve Beer and Wine. Amazing food and Amazing desserts. Quiet !

  • 5/5 Jesse G. 4 years ago on Google
    Been coming here for over 14 years, and even with the new ownership I still won't stop coming. Food is fresh and delicious, service is friendly and not rushed, feels like eating at home.

  • 4/5 Zodiac I. 5 years ago on Google
    I love the sea food soup.... You can also have it spicy or ask for it plain

  • 5/5 Jeff P. 4 years ago on Google
    This is a little home in the wall place, that has some great food. There is plenty of parking the the back of the building, and the entrance is back there as well. The server was very good. The food came out promptly. The prices were great. I had the beef salad, and it was fantastic. Great cuts of beef, and great flavor. Would have liked more lime in the salad, but nothing that was too bad for me. If you can try this place out. I am sure you won't be disappointed.

  • 5/5 Richard B. 4 years ago on Google
    I usually go to montclair to get my favorite Thai food but i recently moved down the street from this place and, After looking up reviews, and what menu options were available on the web, i decided to take a chance. I got a way better quality than what i expected in almost every way! The employees are so friendly and honestly go out of their way to make sure you know your business is appreciated. The Restaurant has this cozy intimate charm. I recommend The Cashew chicken nut medium spicy, its my go to! I Medium spicy everything for the best flavor! -T-mobile guy Thanks peter!

  • 5/5 Nancy W. 4 years ago on Google
    Good friendly staff... Hot & spicy flaming stuff....ohhhhh yaaaaa!


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