Thai Place Restaurant
A casual Thai eatery in a modest mall, it's the first of its kind on the North Shore and offers authentic, delicious Thai dishes with warm service.
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Thai Place Restaurant
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A casual Thai eatery in a modest mall, it's the first of its kind on the North Shore and offers authentic, delicious Thai dishes with warm service.
"This place serves up solidly delicious Thai food and is a must-try for its exceptional hot chili fried rice."
Lunch Specials
Visit during lunch for more affordable options; dinner plates typically start around $20.
Pineapple Sauce for Rolls
Request pineapple sauce with your Thai rolls for a unique and highly recommended flavor combination.
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Cuisine
Thai
Price
Mid-range
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Hot Chili Fried Rice
A standout dish, this fried rice is described by one reviewer as potentially the best they've ever eaten, worthy of fighting for.
Authentic Thai Flavors
Experience the unique taste and culture of Thailand with dishes like Massaman curry and Pad Thai, praised for their deliciousness.
Warm and Hospitable Service
The friendly and accommodating staff create a welcoming atmosphere, making diners feel at home and enhancing the overall dining experience.
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Lunch Specials
Visit during lunch for more affordable options; dinner plates typically start around $20.
Pineapple Sauce for Rolls
Request pineapple sauce with your Thai rolls for a unique and highly recommended flavor combination.
Consider Take-Out
If you enjoy the food but find the decor lacking, take-out is a great option for enjoying their dishes at home.
Tom Yum Soup
Don't miss the Tom Yum soup; it offers delicate flavors and just the right amount of heat.
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Lunch Specials
Visit during lunch for more affordable options; dinner plates typically start around $20.
Pineapple Sauce for Rolls
Request pineapple sauce with your Thai rolls for a unique and highly recommended flavor combination.
Consider Take-Out
If you enjoy the food but find the decor lacking, take-out is a great option for enjoying their dishes at home.
Tom Yum Soup
Don't miss the Tom Yum soup; it offers delicate flavors and just the right amount of heat.
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Reviews Summary
Thai Place Restaurant is praised for its solid and delicious Thai cuisine, with the hot chili fried rice being a particular standout. Diners also appreciate the warm and accommodating service, making it a welcoming spot despite its unassuming location. However, some reviews mention inconsistencies in food preparation and an occasional rude staff member, though these seem to be less common.
"In the mall this was a nice find that wasn’t too much of a wait during the October season.
The staff were friendly and the food was solidly delicious for the items we ordered. The main dishes started around $20 a plate and Thai beer was $9, thrown in an appetizer and your starting cost per person is about 30-40. This seemed typical for the area to sit down during a very tourist gathering time. (They did have lunch specials)
Inside was a touch warm but over all clean and welcoming."
charlie mathland
"We were in Salem on the worst possible day of the year (Saturday before Halloween) and every place was packed. Still, we were seated and served much more quickly than expected. Staff was polite if not friendly but I don't think they had time to be very friendly.
We ordered fried tofu, curry puffs, rainbow fried rice and hot chili fried rice. The tofu and curry puffs were not bad. the curry puffs are basically just small samosas. The rainbow fried rice was okay. Basic, middle-of-the-road fried rice. The hot chili fried rice, however, was possibly the best fried rice dish I've ever eaten. We were fighting over the last bite. That dish alone raised my review by a whole star and a half.
It was so crowded, it's hard to judge the atmosphere or cleanliness of the place. the bathrooms were clean, though which is a good sign, especially when they were that busy."
Joseph Stanley
"I got a delicious Pad See U with shrimp. It was so good. I love rice noodles, and the flat rice noodles have extra texture for me to enjoy eating with the meat and veggies. So good. It was definitely worth sitting down for. ❤️ Very cozy atmosphere, too."
Jessie Radgowski
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Hot Chili Fried Rice is highly recommended and considered one of the best by many. Massaman curry and Pad Thai are also popular choices.
Yes, the restaurant is described as a cute family restaurant that feels very homely, and the staff are accommodating.
Main dishes typically start around $20 per plate for dinner. Lunch specials offer more affordable options.
Yes, the restaurant offers tasty vegetarian food, although some caution about potential fish flavoring in Thai cuisine generally.
For a unique taste, request the pineapple sauce with your Thai rolls, which is highly praised.
It's a casual, unassuming spot in a mall with a cozy atmosphere, complemented by warm and hospitable service.
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⭐️ Thai Place: I know I’ve mentioned that sushi is not as good in New England as it is on the west coast, Thai is also not as good as the west coast. (All Asian foods are just better on the west coast… besides Chinese. Chinese food is way better here.) Anyway, this Thai food is the closest I’ve found to west coast Thai food. It’s also somewhere I can usually get into quickly during October in between tours.
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Church St. in Museum Place Mall 978-741-8008Being the first Thai Restaurant in the North Shore area of Massachusetts, we are proud to present the unique taste, culture and sincerity of Thailand. For more than 10 years, we have served good food that made us become the favorite Thai restaurant for many local Salem residents as well as visitors.
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Being the first Thai Restaurant in the North Shore area of Massachusetts, they are proud to be one of the first establishments to present the unique taste, culture and sincerity of Thailand. Thai Place’s dedication to prepare the finest Thai food comes with experience, care for their customers and careful selection of the freshest ingredients.
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Thai Place Restaurant- weird location in the almost barren Salem Mall, but the staff is so friendly and appreciative. Only problem with Thai food in general is the possible addition of fish flavoring. It's a little harder with the language barrier, but the vegetarian food I get there is always tasty.
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Salem’s options include Ginger Cajun, Thai Place, and Koto Asian Grill, all of which offer comprehensive menus and unique takes on Asian cuisine.
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