Payaathai Cuisine is a fantastic spot for both small and large gatherings. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with plenty of space to accommodate any size group. The food is nothing short of amazing—authentic, fresh, and packed with flavor. From the moment you step in, the staff greets you with friendly service, making you feel right at home.

The menu offers a wide variety of delicious dishes, making it hard to choose just one! We started our meal with a pork bun appetizer, which was the perfect introduction to our dining experience. I opted for the Sweet Sausage Fried Rice, which was absolutely incredible, while my girlfriend chose the Cashew Chicken, which she adored. Both dishes were beautifully presented, and the flavors were spot on.

Overall, everything from the food to the service was just perfect. Payaathai is definitely going to be our go-to Thai restaurant from now on! Highly recommended.

Got doordash here...food was terrible. Inedible... The "crispy pork" was so chewy and hard and the curry was split and watery and looks curdled. I don't know how they got good such good reviews... This is bad food.

My husband, uncle, myself, and five-month old went here for a late lunch. It was my baby's first restaurant visit. My uncle and his family come here often and spoke highly of the food and service- they were spot on! We ordered from the lunch menu, ginger sauce stir fry and a drunken noodle, my uncle ordered massaman curry which was not on the lunch menu. My husband and I ordered Thai hot, as we are both lovers of spice.

First, the bags of gold are fantastic. I did not have super high expectations of a fried dumpling but this was juicy, full of well seasoned meat, and had a light and nice crunch. The ginger sauce was delicious, while I could have eaten spicier, it had a pleasant level of heat. The veggies were tender crisp and the rice was fresh. The presentation was also great!

Finally, we ordered the mango sticky rice as this is something hard to get back home. Oh my gosh. Perfect!

The service was excellent and kind - especially as we were there so close to the end of lunch window. I can't wait to come back when we visit family again!

It’s my third time ordering from the restaurant. I don’t like to leave reviews until I tried the restaurant a few times, so here we go.
The food is decent. Not great, not horrible.
Weirdly they serve their Pad Thai with lemon, not a lime. Also the plastic fork they give you is garbage, you can see in the picture, you can’t even pick up food with it, it just bends and then breaks. So make sure you got your own utensils other wise you gonna eat with your hands.
Before I ordered the first time I had read a review from someone else that the sauce taste strange like a packaged sauce, and I do have to agree, it does have a strange flavor to it. Not bad, just doesn’t taste like authentic Pad Thai.
I also ordered the TomYum soup, which I had to slurp out of the plastic cup now since there is no spoon and I’m the process of moving and did not have one handy. The soup is not sour enough. Tastes a bit bland. Tastes more like a regular broth, not Tom Yum.
So I’m overall it’s alright food I guess. For me it was the last time ordering food from there.

Payaathai Is the absolute BEST Thai food restaurant in Riberview, FL hands down first and first and foremost, but it’s actually the BEST IN TAMPA and the Bay Area. I have gone to dine in numerous times the service is top tier, beautiful ambience and ALWAYS FRESH and DELICIOUS FOOD. I have had the basil sauce, garlic sauce, mixed veggies all with the rice on the side, pad thai, N3. Drunken Noodle, C3. Panang Curry; (all with chicken) curry puffs, spring rolls, calamari, and the list goes on. The staff is wonderful and makes you feel so welcomed. I love to dine here or they have my business for LIFE.

We have stumbled upon this quaint restaurant and I am so glad we did. The service was wonderful, we were seated right away. I truly enjoyed my sweet and sour duck- it was so tender and juicy. The presentation of our dessert was beautiful and so delicious. Highly recommend.

Wow, it’s such a hidden gem tuck in a plaza in Riverview. This restaurant has an AMAZING lunch deal that nobody can beat! For $15, you get a small starter, soup or salad, Thai tea or Thai coffee or soda, and an entree! It will definitely will fill you up! My favorite is the Nut sauce which was super delicious with the rice. The presentation is beautifully done. The Thai tea is definitely my favorite because it wasn’t too sweet or plain. For $15, this is definitely worth it! However, the service was okay, because it was a bit busy during lunch hour, the waitress seem rushing us and when we try to ask a question or looking at the order, she’ll walk away and ignore us.

Hands down the best Thai restaurant I've ever been to. The atmosphere is cozy and makes you want to stay longer to relax. The food was out of this world, exploding with flavor and the presentation was gorgeous. I ordered the Pad Cee Ew with Chicken, and the Pretty Package Dumplings. My server was very sweet and I can tell she takes pride in her job. Absolutely a fantastic experience. 10/10 best Thai in Tampa.

Ordered delivery from here. The food was chewy or overcooked. All the food was bland and poorly made. It was completely inedible. I'm surprised the reviews were so good. i wouldn't recommend ordering from here.

Got doordash here...food was terrible. Inedible... The "crispy pork" was so chewy and hard and the curry was split and watery and looks curdled. I don't know how they got good such good reviews... This is bad food.

Hands down the best Thai restaurant I've ever been to. The atmosphere is cozy and makes you want to stay longer to relax. The food was out of this world, exploding with flavor and the presentation was gorgeous. I ordered the Pad Cee Ew with Chicken, and the Pretty Package Dumplings. My server was very sweet and I can tell she takes pride in her job. Absolutely a fantastic experience. 10/10 best Thai in Tampa.

My first time at this lovely little place. The owner is also the server and she is a delightful young lady. The shrimp panang curry at a level 3 spiciness was absolute perfection!

My only two minor complaints are that they were a little skimpy with the shrimp and they don't serve any alcoholic beverages. To me - no Singha with my curry is a crime!

The entrees and the appetizers were outstanding. First time visit but we will definitely return. One server handled the entire dining room and take out--she was a gem.

This place is SO good that I ordered from here twice this week. The pad see ew is possibly the best I’ve ever had. 10/10

My husband, uncle, myself, and five-month old went here for a late lunch. It was my baby's first restaurant visit. My uncle and his family come here often and spoke highly of the food and service- they were spot on! We ordered from the lunch menu, ginger sauce stir fry and a drunken noodle, my uncle ordered massaman curry which was not on the lunch menu. My husband and I ordered Thai hot, as we are both lovers of spice.

First, the bags of gold are fantastic. I did not have super high expectations of a fried dumpling but this was juicy, full of well seasoned meat, and had a light and nice crunch. The ginger sauce was delicious, while I could have eaten spicier, it had a pleasant level of heat. The veggies were tender crisp and the rice was fresh. The presentation was also great!

Finally, we ordered the mango sticky rice as this is something hard to get back home. Oh my gosh. Perfect!

The service was excellent and kind - especially as we were there so close to the end of lunch window. I can't wait to come back when we visit family again!

Best thai food in Riverview! Everything we tasted was Amazing!

Payaathai Is the absolute BEST Thai food restaurant in Riberview, FL hands down first and first and foremost, but it’s actually the BEST IN TAMPA and the Bay Area. I have gone to dine in numerous times the service is top tier, beautiful ambience and ALWAYS FRESH and DELICIOUS FOOD. I have had the basil sauce, garlic sauce, mixed veggies all with the rice on the side, pad thai, N3. Drunken Noodle, C3. Panang Curry; (all with chicken) curry puffs, spring rolls, calamari, and the list goes on. The staff is wonderful and makes you feel so welcomed. I love to dine here or they have my business for LIFE.

LOVE this place. I come here like twice a week. It’s hard to find good authentic restaurants in the area but this place right here! Food is ALWAYS good, anything you order off the menu is guaranteed to be good. Server is very sweet, very helpful with any questions you may have. Very clean environment. Come eat here 💙

Hands down the best Thai food I have ever had in my life! Great service too! I highly recommend the Pad Cee Ew with Shrimp! I devoured my entire meal yum!

Eat there at least once a week, also recently had a birthday dinner with 10 guests. Always great food and service..

Very nice restaurant, incredible food! I ate here myself but want to bring the whole family next time. I had the Pad Thai and it was amazing.

Payaathai Cuisine is a fantastic spot for both small and large gatherings. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with plenty of space to accommodate any size group. The food is nothing short of amazing—authentic, fresh, and packed with flavor. From the moment you step in, the staff greets you with friendly service, making you feel right at home.

The menu offers a wide variety of delicious dishes, making it hard to choose just one! We started our meal with a pork bun appetizer, which was the perfect introduction to our dining experience. I opted for the Sweet Sausage Fried Rice, which was absolutely incredible, while my girlfriend chose the Cashew Chicken, which she adored. Both dishes were beautifully presented, and the flavors were spot on.

Overall, everything from the food to the service was just perfect. Payaathai is definitely going to be our go-to Thai restaurant from now on! Highly recommended.

It’s my third time ordering from the restaurant. I don’t like to leave reviews until I tried the restaurant a few times, so here we go.
The food is decent. Not great, not horrible.
Weirdly they serve their Pad Thai with lemon, not a lime. Also the plastic fork they give you is garbage, you can see in the picture, you can’t even pick up food with it, it just bends and then breaks. So make sure you got your own utensils other wise you gonna eat with your hands.
Before I ordered the first time I had read a review from someone else that the sauce taste strange like a packaged sauce, and I do have to agree, it does have a strange flavor to it. Not bad, just doesn’t taste like authentic Pad Thai.
I also ordered the TomYum soup, which I had to slurp out of the plastic cup now since there is no spoon and I’m the process of moving and did not have one handy. The soup is not sour enough. Tastes a bit bland. Tastes more like a regular broth, not Tom Yum.
So I’m overall it’s alright food I guess. For me it was the last time ordering food from there.

This may be our go-to Thai spot. The food was delicious. Service was good. Atmosphere was good — they make an effort. The only real critique I have is that the specialty menu is hard to read because of the photo behind the text.

Really enjoyed our meals. Very fresh tasting dishes and great service. Nice to have something so good locally.

I recently had a late lunch the food was delicious.

Delicious

Ordered carry out tonight, chicken and mixed vegetables, with spice on the side. It was delicious! I’ve been looking for a decent Thai restaurant ever since Thai Expressed closed. Fresh chicken with perfectly cooked veggies. The sauce is sweeter, but it’s so good. I’ll definitely be returning to try other dishes. Highly recommend!

Always delicious, pad Thai is my favorite but never had anything bad ! Lunch is also great , great portions for a good price !

Great food! Good service! I wish I knew about it earlier!

Best Pad Thai in the area! On the sweeter since when you order mild which is just the way I like it! So glad to have found this place!

We have stumbled upon this quaint restaurant and I am so glad we did. The service was wonderful, we were seated right away. I truly enjoyed my sweet and sour duck- it was so tender and juicy. The presentation of our dessert was beautiful and so delicious. Highly recommend.

The best Thai food I've had in years! All my favorites were available on the menu, and I greedily ordered them all for my siblings to try. Photos weren't even an option, everything went straight into my mouth!

We started with a papaya salad, hot level, and my siblings got their first real experience of (albeit muted) Thai food heat. Luckily the Thai tea cooled us down, with its intense sweetness. If you like sweet things, give it a try.
Then came the Tom kha (coconut soup), which is my personal favorite, and everyone enjoyed it. If you're not a big fan of chicken, I suggest pick a different protein as the meat portion made up a large amount of the soup.
Next, we had an order of pad kee mao (drunken noodles) which I was excited to eat, and they didn't disappoint. The peppers were left on the side, so everyone chose their own spicy level and added them as they liked.
Finally, we finished off the meal with sticky rice and mango, and I highly recommend it. They serve theirs with flavored rice, Thai tea, sweet pea flower, and jasmine. Absolutely delicious! It was a first for my sisters, and they loved it.

We had a great meal, and it was fun to share my knowledge of authentic Thai food with my family. They plan to become regulars, and I hope to visit again next time I'm in town.

My brother and I go here often and every time they have amazing authentic food and servers who always seem to be smiling. I would recommend this place to every friend for a great night out in a nice and quaint restaurant.

I ordered delivery. The food was okay. The coconut shrimp soup was a little sweeter than other Tai restaurants. I prefer the soup that is both savory and sweet. Also the dumplings were cold. It was delivered in a clear plastic container not meant to keep food warm. Perhaps switching to a heat retention container would help. The Tai bread had a really good flavor and was hot due to being wrapped in foil. Although I could not eat it all due to it being too greasy. I might consider ordering again in case this was a one-off.

Drove 30 minutes and it was completely worth it! I got the Pad Thai (which was so yummy) and the mango sticky rice (absolutely to die for like I think about this dessert everyday)! People are so nice! Definitely try this place out!

Great lunch deal. Tasty, delicious food. Only four starts this time because the crispy pork was extremely tough and overcooked. Hard to eat, so just go with the chicken or beef. Service is excellent!

Great food, friendly staff and fast service. The fried snapper basil style is amazing 😋🤤😋

The best Thai food in Tampa. Every meal has been fantastic.

They answered the phone the first time I called. They were nice. The food was hot and the to-go plating was great. The foods presentation was great. But the Pad Thai lacked in flavor. It had a good heat to it, but the flavor was off.

I had an exceptional dining experience, which I'm thrilled to recommend! From the moment I walked in, the service was outstanding; the staff was incredibly kind and attentive, truly the best service I could have asked for.
The ambiance of the restaurant is equally impressive, featuring a tranquil setting with lush greenery and tan walls that create a perfect vibe for a relaxing meal. The food was a highlight— deliciously flavorful and beautifully presented. I am already planning my next visit here, highly recommend!

We have eaten Payaathai food many times but have never left a review. To anyone considering this restaurant as an option, I could not recommend it more. The food has been excellent every time and the service has also been excellent. We have always ordered to go, so I cannot comment on in-house service but expect it will be as good as the to go service, or better. We have tried a few different entrees and all were great. But our absolute favorite is the basil sauce with chicken. We get it #5 spicy (Thai spicy) and love the heat. But, if this is your first time visiting, I recommend you start with #3 heat and dial it in from there. Enjoy!

Yum!

Ate like a king 👑 yo

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PLACE. The service is always impecable and endearing. The food is stunning and delectable. Once you find your signature plate I promise you’ll never look back. The gyozas are my favorite appetizer. This place made me fall in love with cuisine from Thailand. The lunch prices are affordable and leave you wanting more.

A new family favorite! We ordered delivery and while it did take a while to get here, it was SO worth the wait! We ordered variety if things to try since the restaurant was new to us and were so impressed with every single thing we tried! Already looking at the menu for what we will try next time :)

Always a pleasure to come here. The food is very good. Nancy is A+ waitress. She’s polite, accurate and speedy. You can’t beat their lunch specials.

Buena comida

Great lunch specials

Wow, it’s such a hidden gem tuck in a plaza in Riverview. This restaurant has an AMAZING lunch deal that nobody can beat! For $15, you get a small starter, soup or salad, Thai tea or Thai coffee or soda, and an entree! It will definitely will fill you up! My favorite is the Nut sauce which was super delicious with the rice. The presentation is beautifully done. The Thai tea is definitely my favorite because it wasn’t too sweet or plain. For $15, this is definitely worth it! However, the service was okay, because it was a bit busy during lunch hour, the waitress seem rushing us and when we try to ask a question or looking at the order, she’ll walk away and ignore us.

Went for the three-color sticky rice, but my terrible parking skills squashed any chance of a decent photo.

Purple butterfly pea, green green tea, orange Thai tea. Didn't really taste like their colors though.

The mango was that young, fibrous, sour kind. Coconut cream had a sweet and salty taste.

Crying tiger: Grilled beef with Thai sweet dipping sauce. average.

Best thai food I've had in awhile! Will drive the distance to eat here again.

My daughter loves your place. The food is delicious and great service. I recommend this cafe to everyone! ;)

Omg! The Best pad Thai ! Our first time ordering. And the chicken saté is most delicious! Can’t wait to order again soon!

The food was very good. We ordered the pad thai, pad see ew, thai fried rice and chicken wings. The chicken wings and the sauce were very salty, but the rest of the food was very good.

The food was delicious and great quality. Highly recommend! Ordered the Crying Tiger, Thai fried rice with Chicken, the Payaa Platter, and the Massaman curry. Great prices and so good!! Best Thai food we’ve had in Tampa so far.

Best quality and consistent thai food! Love the staff. Great food and selection!

I had pork pad Thai that was very good. I like my Thai food spicy hot, and I wasn't disappointed with my level 4 . Next time, I will push to 5.

Really enjoyed our lunch here. Very friendly staff, good menu, and tasty food. We’ll definitely be back. 👍🏻

Best basil fried rice and Red curry. Their taste and quality are its best. Love it and highly recommend this place. This is my second time here today.

I get take out from here often and it's so yummy!

My Tom kha was tasty. Friendly service.

Payaathai Cuisine is a good little place for Thai food. We had an appetizer, soup, and two entrees that were all well prepared. The staff is very helpful and attentive. The printed menu is a little odd, with white lettering on a light background making the text very difficult to read. The atmosphere is a little bland, with a few plastic plants trying to differentiate the interior from feeling like a high school cafeteria. The restaurant is worth a visit…good food and a friendly staff.

Awesome food and service!

Garlic beef, meat was super tough and chewy!

Great food and service

I love the presentation of the meals. Everything looks as good as it taste!

Great selection. Great food and service. Ordered the crab rangoons, payathai appetizer platter and pork fried rice. Everything was delicious. Did ask for some spicy sauce, we like it spicy. Highly recomnend this place. We will be back.

Dropped in on a whim & so glad we did. We tried spring rolls and several dishes. Loved everything & will definitely be back

Best curry I've ever had!!!

Great food! Wonderful place!

Fresh ingredients used in a wonderful menu with many choices. Prices are good and service friendly.

Fake Plant aesthetic but clean and classy wood bamboo look.

Seated right away, the waitress was polite and took the order effectively.

My partner and I shared
Platter everything was freshly fried and dipping sauces complimented each morsel perfectly.

Tom kah soup was delicious and a bit spicy but amazing and so fresh

Duck Salad was the star of our lunch. Sweet Spicy Light and filling

Finished with the Mango dessert sweet and flavorful nice pallette of flavored sticky rice

It's a good weekday lunch option. You can get a starter, soup or salad, and a drink (canned soda, Thai iced tea or coffee) along with your choice of meat for your entrée. The lunch special is about $15 per person and served between 11am and 3pm (Mon-Fri). It's a good deal.

My husband selected the drunken noodle with pork along with a green salad and bags of gold appetizer. He was given a scale of 1-10 for the spice level. He chose 8, but actually got more of a 4 or 5. He prefers it to be hotter. The sauce was also sweeter than he prefers. We've had that same dish at other restaurants and it was more savory. He also wasn't expecting to get a sweet peanut dressing on his salad. So for him, it was a miss.

I had the green curry with chicken along with the same appetizer and a vegetable clear soup. We've had this version of the bags of gold appetizer at another restaurant in Brandon. This one was good but lacked coconut. It was also more compact with less meat inside. It was still good. The soup was very different. I liked it because it had lots of vegetables and included glass noodles instead of rice. The green curry is probably the best one I've had in the area. The eggplant and the rest of the veggies were cooked perfectly. It was extremely spicy, and I didn't even give them a spice level. I'd say it was about a 6 on the scale. It was definitely hotter than my husband's drunken noodles. I was able to tolerate it just because the flavor was so wonderful. I had to mix it with more rice and thankfully I had that sweet Thai tea to help get me through it. I would definitely order the curry again. In fact, I think this restaurant's curry dishes totally shine. It was a win for me. So much so, that I'm looking forward to trying their chicken khao soi (a coconut curry noodle soup) next time. They also have a blue butterfly pea drink (Payaa Drink) and a tricolored mango sticky rice dessert that looks so pretty and colorful. That's what I'll get next time.

It's pretty much hidden in the River Springs Town Center on Boyette Road in Riverview. It's next door to the Talking Pint. You won't see it if you're coming from Bell Shoals, but the shopping center is right there on the corner as you cross over Boyette Road/Fishhawk Blvd. Try it if you happen to be in the area.

Very authentic according to my son who was stationed in the far east. I loved my curry and the mango sticky rice.

Great place to enjoy authentic Thai food. The flavors were over the top!

Great food!! It's one of our favorite places to eat in the area!

Wow wow wow!!!
Tantalize your taste buds. I dare you.
As an out of state person this quaint restaurant find was my home away from home dinner spot. Impeccable service (Thank you Sweet Nancy) radiant smiles, fresh fresh appetizers & entrees. The photos speak volumes- now close your eyes and imagine the flavor…better yet, stop by or order to go at Payaathai Cuisine. My favorite spot this side of Tampa.
My favorite dishes top off with the gyro appetizer, spring rolls, Thai tea, basil sauce or Masaman (ooo that sauce)- I typically opt for tofu for my protein- and “my” colorful and tasty desert - Mango & (nature color dyed) trio sticky Rice!!! So cool!
To the chef behind the scenes- You have incredible talent, know how to elevate the taste in your cuisine, and your plating is masterful. Beautifully executed.

… portions are so large, I typically have a portion boxed up from the start. The meal shown is off the lunch combo menu. The Dinner menu includes even larger portions.

Enjoy.

Great Thai food. Amazing service.

Super friendly waitress, authentic tasting legit Thai food, and a reasonable price to boot (at least for lunch). Will repeat :)

I went here to try something new and I was completely satisfied. It was my first time trying authentic Thailand food. I loved my experience. I went in for the lunch menu which was reasonably priced per person ($15 ea.). They offered a drink, appetizers, soup or salad, and the entree. The restaurant's ambiance was vibrant and inviting.The thai ice tea was refreshing and surprisingly a great combination with the food. The Gyoza was my favorite thing to try out of the entire meal. It was the perfect amount of filling and crispiness. The spring role was perfection. The soup was very fragant and light. The salad had a sweet peanut dressing that I loved but I understand it's not for everyone and I thought that it shoulved been mentioned. Besides that the waitress was kind and helpful. The beef for my green curry was perfectly cut and cooked. The level of heat and sweetness was perfectly balanced on the curry. The fried rice with chiken was well cooked. The experience was absolutely delectable and i will be coming back.

I just had lunch there. Their food was absolutely delicious and there lunch special offering are great. Service was great and the food came out fast.

Very nice atmosphere. Food was delicious

Disappointed. The place looked nice but the food was unauthentic and tasted bland...

EXCELLENT THAI FOOD! The waiters are friendly, food is delicious. Be careful with the spice! Thai spice is not for the weak!!

Worst experience. Had food poisoning after eating this food. Bad stomach all night.

I love the food and presentation. I do wish they had more Drink options and the water taste like tap water. I wish they offered regular Iced tea. Service is always good as well!

If I could give this zero stars I would I ordered delivery and my husband and I both got food poisoning from this food! One of the worst experiences of my life!!!!

Great food. Very nice inside. Very clean. Good service, nice staff. Great salad included with lunch special. Thai iced tea is very good. All food is have tried is great.

Horrible customer service, they messed my order then made me drive it back then argued with me. It wasn't my fault they screwed up! What kind of customer service is that??? No idea about the food because they took it back. They should have refunded my money over the phone no questions asked. Instead they made me drive the food back to the restaurant so they could see it. Then they argued with me. They took the food and I demanded a refund.

The best thai food in the town!!!
Definitely be back again.

Excellent food. One of the best thai places

Very good duck. In recent reviews I mention that finding good duck is difficult and I must retract that comment because the last two ducks I've ordered were just as amazing as this one! Also BYOB and opener. That's an amazing benefit!

Very good food !

This was my first and last visit to this place. I decided to take my family to try this restaurant for spring break. We were greeted and seated and ordered food shortly. My wife did notice it’s unusually hot inside and suggested that we should have seat outside. 30 minutes later 2 couples walked in and our waitress walked to thermostat and lower the temp, we did immediately felt nice relief when AC kicked in. I did ask the waitress why she did not turn Ac on for my family (4)? She tried to explain that it was on 75 degrees and she just lowered temp( I know how ac works) I told her it’s bad and we are not coming back.

Quiet place to eat, decorated with pretty cascading faux plants which you can't miss.
Cordial staff will check in on you every now and then.
Food was just as pretty. My order had a nest of sorts made of thinly cut carrots and beets topped with a petunia. Food was good Enjoyed the Thai tea even more. Definitely would recommend.

My husband and I ADORE this place! We were having it literally once a week for months after first finding this gem. Both being vegetarian, we appreciate that every entree has a choice of protein, included tofu. Tofu is cooked very well and spiced with the dish according to spice level you desire. We love the Thai fried rice, basil fried rice, pad see ew, and Thai mixed vegetable. Every dish has been delicious. Dine in or carry out, every order has been complete, correct, and out quickly! Never had an issue in 1+ years eating here as regulars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This place has become our favorite for Thai. The food is great and the staff are always happy and friendly.

such tasty food! service is a bit slow but worth it.

Wood was excellent. Everything is prepared to order.

A really nice place for dinner with family. I enjoyed the time.

We went to this place for the first time based on the reviews and their operating hour. The food is definitely not the "traditional" Thai food, but they were good. We ordered the appetizer sampler that were delicious. The duck was crispy and flavorful even though I did not care for the sweetness. Khao Soi was very different but not bad. Thai tea was great, but a can of soda was 3 dollars. Service was ok.

Living in Northern Virginia for 30 years we had access to a number of really good Thai restaurants. We have tried several here in the Tampa Bay region and PAYAATHAI CUISINE has by far the best Thai food we’ve ever had here in Florida . The appetizers are exceptional both in taste and in presentation and the entrees always keep us looking forward to our next visit. If you’re a fan of Thai food do yourself a favor and visit Payaathai Cuisine.

Second time eating here, food is fresh but meat is very dry and Penang sauce is bland. Pad Thai was good.

Stopped in Christmas night for dinner and everything was exceptional. Service was excellent and food was a step above most standard Thai restaurants.

went here on a whim around 3:00, super quiet and calm setting, at one point i was the only customer in and still had amazing, attentive service as well as incredibly delicious food

The calamari appetizer was great. The light crispy coating did not understand the squid. The Red Curry at 3/5 spiciness level was the perfect balance of heat and flavor. Service was solid, and the atmosphere was nice with lots of wood grain and greenery.

Panang Curry Chicken was Slammin! I would definitely recommend this place.

The vegetable soup and spring rolls are always great. The portion size is nice for the price and definitely filling. I appreciate how the to-go containers are reusable and not styrofoam.

Very authentic
Waitresses are awesome
Food is excellent
Will be back again

Delicious food! My wife and I have always enjoyed Thai food, and this place is no exception. Very cute restaurant, with friendly staff, and wonderful presentation of the food for a moderate cost for dinner. Definitely worth a fun date night if you enjoy Thai food!

The food is all very aromatic, fresh and clean tasting. We had the chicken panang curry and chicken fried rice split between my wife, my two kids and myself and we took about a third of the total served home. Everything came out hot and quick and the staff was very friendly.

I ordered the ginger red snapper dinner. Description said whole red snapper (fried) with veggies and rice. The chef chopped up a total of 5 small pieces of fish and fried them placing on top of the meal. Was
very little fish ( 2 tablespoon) all breading. Not worth 22.00 to leave there hungry 😳

great thai tea and boba! i have only ordered to go but the decor inside is so cute. Their appetizer platter tastes amazing the value is not too bad for the price either. I can’t wait to actually dine in on my day off.

Food and service excellent

Really love this place! The presentation of their food is very pretty and they don't hold back on the flavor. Not to mention, their pricing is also very reasonable. This is now my go-to Thai restaurant in the area. :)

Some of the best Panang Curry I have had in years!

First time and it was delicious with great service and food. Presentation nice. We ordered a bunch of appetizers. The sticky rice and mango was perfect. The honey ribs were not fatty. Only critique is one of menus is hard to read because of the background picture. Several other folks around us said same thing. But we'll be back!

Awesome service! Food was amazing! Would definitely recommend. I eat Thai food quite often as it is a favorite of mine.... I live local and will be back very soon... Great food, friendly staff... all of it!!! The steamed dumplings and the Basil Snapper are soooo delicious!!! Would highly recommend! *****

The best Thai authentic foods. Thanks God I don't have to fly to Thailand to taste authentic Thai foods. Thank you Payaathai. Good foods and service. A must experience!!

Loveee the ambience, the customer service and food. I will definitely be returning along with friends and family! 10/10

The Awesome lunch special includes choice of appetizer spring roll, gyoza or bags of gold. 2nd item included in the lunch special is choice of soup or salad. 3rd item is choice of fancy drink such as thai iced tea, Thai iced coffee or soda. Many delicious items to choose for main entrée which is brought out quickly . The lovely people are friendly, efficient and the place is roomy with very high ceilings and spaced out tables. Nice atmosphere. Best lunch value in the Brandon/Valrico/Fish Hawk/Riverview/Lithia area. Clean and Modern.

Pork bun and chicken pad Thai were delicious!!!! It did however take 30 min to get meal out to table and there was only one other table in the restaurant.

Excellent experience all around, the food is amazing and the environment is also great.

The service is wonderful, food is incredibly delicious and their presentation is beautiful! This is a hidden gem that truly deserves more recognition. I love Thai food and this is easily my favorite place to get it from!

The food was amazing!🥰❤️❤️❤️

Beautiful place with amazing food!

This restaurant is outstanding. It is some of the best Thai food I've had. Service is wonderful, they are very pleasant and appreciate your business.

This has got to be the best Thai food in town. The meals are always made with fresh ingredients. I order from here at least once a week. The employees are super friendly. And not only is the food straight up delicious, the food presentation very appealing. I feel like I am eating a meal right out of an advertisement or from a high class restaurant. With out a doubt, worth a trip if you never been.

Very nice Thai restaurant in Riverview. Great lunch specials available Monday-Friday. Quaint atmosphere, 10-12 tables inside and 3 available for outdoor dining. Food was tasty and arrived in a timely fashion with friendly service.

This is the best Thai food I have ever had. My boyfriend and I love it and are loyal customers. Everyone is very friendly and always greets us with a warm welcome.

Lunch specials are a good deal. Cute little place. Looks clean and orderly. A couple of TVs above the bar with older top 10 music playing. Nice tasting food we will return.

The restaurant is small and empty with very few people. The service was great and the food was excellent. I had the duck curry, which was great. I went on a Thursday evening. The prices were decent as well.

Presentation: lovely. Both husband and I found the food very nice. Good, polite service. We went for late lunch. Not too busy. Would come again!

Awesome!!

This place!! I ordered the Panang Curry 4/5 w/Chicken and it was as good as curry can get that I am aware of 🔥🔥. I stopped in for pickup and noticed that they have a clean and chill dining room. Check this place out for all your curry needs!

1st time having Thai and it was Delicious!!!!

We live right around the corner from Payaathai and love ordering take out! They’re always quick and friendly when we go in! The red curry with garlic rice is our favourite!! Definitely our neighbourhood favourite.

Amazing food, and Nancy offers THE best service!

Pad Thai was delish! We love this place! This is our favorite lunch spot 😋

I really liked the atmosphere and our server was very friendly. I enjoyed the honey pork ribs. I went just for appetizers today, but each dish was beautifully presented.

Worth the price, the food is so savory & fresh! Staff is so friendly, 10/10 an awesome place! Beautifully decorated and super clean too!

Had take out several times. Interesting menu, excellent food prepared as requested and friendly service. Lunch specials are a nice value

Fantastic place! We've been eating there about once a week since discovering this gem and every time the food is amazing. Their Panang Curry is the best I've ever had.

This is truly an amazing restaurant. The quality of food and service was exceptional. Best Thai food I have had in Florida. I moved here from Virginia and have been in search five years and finally found something that compared to my favorite Thai restaurant from back home.

Server was very busy, but kept up well. Food was amazing, and the drunkin noodles were fantastic!

Visited and dined there with a friend yesterday. Excellent food, service and very clean. Nice small outside dining.

Great food we really love it

I love this restaurant!! Decorations are Beautiful! Very clean, services was amazing and the best part….. Food was delicious! Will definitely come back! Thank you so much.

The restaurant has an earthy yet intimate feel and the food is authentic & delicious! The pork steamed buns were made perfectly, calamari was flaky and not overly breaded so the flavor of the calamari wasnt overpowered. Lastly, the Pad Thai. Alot of restaurants get this one wrong but it was good authenticly and the flavor was outstanding. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for good food.

Delicious food, great service, & not too expensive! We loved it & it's super close to home so this is our new spot! 😊

Great flavor & quality!!!

This place is sooooo goood. The NY pineapple fried rice and volcano duck. We also had pork buns earlier. Absolutely delicious.

This place is IT! Very clean, super cute setup, great food, and our server NAN was the sweetest! Their prices where definitely great! Loved their lunch menu! I was very much welcomed with open arms with my three toddlers! I came here two days in a row 🙌🏻

We decided to finally to give Payaathai a try. The restaurant is small but clean and the high ceilings and plants make it feel spacious and airy. I ordered the drunken noodles with chicken and my husband got the fried rice with steak. We also ordered the pretty palace appetizer. I admit I had some heartburn over paying $42 for two entrees and an appetizer but the food was really good! The only reason they didn’t get 5 stars is my husband asked for no onions and his dish came loaded with onions and we felt the prices were a bit steep. That being said, the food was just delicious. The vegetables and meat looked and tasted fresh and the flavors were on point. We can’t wait to have our leftovers for lunch tomorrow and would definitely go back. I’m pretty happy about having this great food option nearby and look forward to trying more of their menu.

This place is brand new and a little rough around the edges still and it is expensive, but the food was incredible.The chef is who makes this place 5 stars.

EXPENSIVE for Thai food. Spicy was on point. Presentation was ok but portions for amount of food was not acceptable. There was barely chicken on any of the 2 dishes we ordered, they come with white rice but it was a very small portion also, and the spring rolls were tasty but $8…. For (miniature ) 5 of them, nope. Service was ok and the restaurant is spacious and clean but there are other good restaurants out there for less. A one time place. Sorry

This place is amazing. Great food and customer service. We had an awesome time.

My roasted duck was crispy and delicious!

Really enjoyed this place plan on taking the ladies out forunch there one afternoon. Very pleasant and beautifully arranged dishes. I had the roasted duck