Thai Cuisine Xpress

1517 Como Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414, United States

Thai Cuisine Xpress
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Family owned Thai restaurant in Minneapolis, MN. Restaurant lures locals with a popular Thai menu.

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Diner Review №1

Such great staff and the food was phenomenal! Would 10/10 recommend :)

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Food was great! We got thai fried rice, sesame chicken, cream cheese wontons, and thai tea. Service was fast and the place was pretty empty so the food came quick!

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Great local business with good portion sizes and pricing. Pad Thai here is awesome

Diner Review №6

Every Time I'm Never Disappointed I've Been Going To ThaiXpress For More Then 3 Years And I'm Always Satisfied. I Always Get Good Quality Good Taste And Always Seasoned Right Never To Over-Seasoned With Salt Or Spices Just The Right Amount.
So If You Like Thai Cuisine Go To ThaiXpress You Won't Be Disappointed You Ate There!

Diner Review №7

Best thai food in my place. I really like it. The afternoon bundle is great for students like me

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Very good and generous portions.

Diner Review №10

This place is very convenient, good taste and various kind of
*>>>Lunch bundle menu<<<* Monday through Friday. I like this place because of large portion with yummy taste.

Diner Review №11

One of the best thai food in the city, amazing flavors, always good service 😋

Diner Review №12

I recently dined at Thai cuisine Xpress and it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment we walked in, the warm, inviting atmosphere made us feel right at home. The decor, with its rich colors and traditional Thai accents, added an authentic touch.

The menu was extensive, offering a range of classic Thai dishes, and every dish we tried was bursting with fresh, bold flavors. Thai basil chicken, which was savory and aromatic. The Pad Thai was a standout—perfectly cooked noodles with just the right amount of sweetness and crunch.

The staff was friendly and attentive, happy to make recommendations and explain the level of spice in each dish. They even offered a milder version for one of our friends who isn’t used to spicy food, which was a thoughtful touch.

I highly recommend trying the mango sticky rice for dessert. It was a delightful ending to an exceptional meal. Thai cuisine xpress is a must-visit for anyone looking for authentic Thai flavors, fantastic service, and a cozy ambiance. I can’t wait to go back!"

Diner Review №13

Great food, quick service, and a nice atmosphere

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Wow the food was so good here! Nice staff and quiet calming environment to eat at. The tofu peanut curry was very flavorful and the shrimp pad thai tasted fresh and yummy!

Diner Review №15

Amazing food fast and very good! Would recommend

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Among all thai places i go around Minneapolis, i would say this has overall good quality food compared to other restaurants! The best part is that the price is affordable, and i think it's lower than other restaurants, and the portions are big too. I live nearby so i often come here but i believe more people should know this restaurant!

Diner Review №17

Incredible! Best pad Tie I've ever had. Can't wait to find an excuse to go back and have it again.

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Delightful service, with some great takeout! The drunken noodles and peanut curry were ready within 15 mins! Many choices, with

Diner Review №20

Absolutely incredible! Best pad tia I've ever had, hands down!
Give them a try! You won't regret it! Price very reasonable as well.

Diner Review №21

Very good food. I had the pad see ew with tofu. Excellent. Soft noodles with a good amount of sauce. On par with what you can find in Thailand.

Update: I went back a couple weeks later and ordered pad see ew again and it lacked sauce. Not as good as the first time. Also, don't order the Thai tea unless you like it way too sweet. The khao soi is also very sweet but passable.

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Great

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I am writing this while eating. Their foods are super fresh and good. I tried couple places around Minneapolis and St Paul but here is definitely my go to from now on
Their thai milk tea stands out, it's way better than any other boba stores 😭❤️
Their soups are super tasty 💞😇

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Chicken in my fresh roll was super dry and the sauce was not peanut :( not a fan of whatever it was :(

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The food is Great the prices are Great but the Thai chi tea was absolutely pure stomach distress. It was like drinking something ninty percent suger nine percent milk and one percent tea. Don't get the Thai chi tea unless your a hummingbird. Otherwise stomach distress. Other than that food was outstanding.

Diner Review №28

The food was amazing and the service was good too. The first thing that our server said was about freshly squeezed juice and she showed us pictures. The place was empty so it was quiet but still a vibe.

Diner Review №29

This is such a great Thai place. Excellent food, great service, and affordable prices! Would highly recommend. I go frequently.

Diner Review №30

Love all the food.

Diner Review №31

always love the food here. get the khao soi, you won’t regret it!

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Food was good!

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This place is definitely one of my favorites. The food is delicious and fast. I always get the Panang curry or the pad Thai. I really like how comfortable the small and quiet dining area is with all the plants. Super friendly family-owned place. I'm always so surprised that this place isn't super busy because it should be!

Diner Review №35

This was our first time trying this restaurant. What a surprise!!..It's a hidden little gem!..The food is amazing. Cherry which I believe is the owner, is outstanding in customer service... she took her time to find out our flavor of food and recommended different things.. Boi was she right!.. (also she was not pushing us to buy ).. very nice.. Prices are very reasonable for the quality of food!.. very nice and clean.. calm and relaxing!..we well most definitely be back!..

Diner Review №36

I do not do reviews..however this is the best restaurant in town u have to come.. everything was amazing cherry is the owner she is amazing got to rate this a 10.. 5 is not enough to rate this restaurant,

Diner Review №37

So good, the beef pad see eiw brings me back every time!

Diner Review №38

Reliable, fast, good food so far. The spring rolls are really good! The first time I ordered Pad Thai with some spice, and that added a lot of flavor, the second time I forgot to ask for spice it was a little bland.

Diner Review №39

SO GOOD! 🤤🤤🤤🤤

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I absolutely love this place, the food is great and the staff is amazing!

Diner Review №41

We used to love this place. The food is flavorful, but the quality of the food and the accuracy of how our orders are filled has declined in recent months. Recently we ordered pad thai, paying for extra vegetables, and received oily pad thai with NO vegetables. They remade it for us, but again oily and with a pretty small amount of vegetables, not what I would call "extra." We ordered tom yum (admittedly a spicy dish) and the first sips were so spicy they made me cough. We've had fairly similar problems at other recent times.

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Basil fried rice - bland
Lo mein noodles - bland
Spicy chicken wings - covered in crushed red pepper flakes. Inedible.
Cream cheese wontons - delicious but small

Diner Review №44

I got the tofu pad Thai and it was delicious! I am already craving for more. The owner is so sweet too.

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Takeout place with dreary, bare bones interior if you insist on eating there. Food is okay but nothing special.

Diner Review №46

The place we were going to was closed so we came in here instead. So glad that we did, the food here is amazing. Can't wait to come back!

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Disgusting customer service

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I ordered the Pad Thai. There are 4 spice levels: mild, medium, hot, and Thai hot. I recommend getting the Thai hot if you want to feel the spice. It was a ton of food.

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This place taste disgusting

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excellent food very delicious I recommend it

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Pretty good curry and very large portions, I am getting three meals out of it! The veggies were all really well cooked, I was expecting crunchy and undercooked veggies. It’s pretty quiet in the shop, I am guessing they do a lot of takeout. Definitely exceeded my expectations.

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Love that you get fresh food authentic and price is not bad

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Love this place, it was delicious and didn't disappoint!

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Always a solid Pad Thai! Nice presentation and good taste!

Diner Review №62

Got pad see ew and pad thai today for takeout. They weren't at all busy at the time, which I hope is only due to the time of day. The food was great and the guy who helped me was super kind.

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Some of the best Thai food in Minneapolis. Highly recommend the Massaman Curry & Tom Kha Soup. The spice levels are legit, lots of great heat without covering up the flavor.

Diner Review №65

Poor quality. For any questions the owner can leave information so I can reach out.

Diner Review №66

amazing food but the lighting in there is honestly just a little too bright. It feels a little uninviting to people looking in at it

Diner Review №67

It's honestly so surprising me and my friend were the only ones eating in the restaurant. This place must have recently opened up, but the service was great. Food was tasty and the atmosphere was pleasant. definitely check this place out

Diner Review №68

This small restaurant hosts the second best Thai food I've eaten in Minnesota so far. Convenient location, excellent service, and impeccable food preparation make this an easy choice for return visits when I'm next in the area. My only real criticism is that the pad thai was somewhat boring, though given that it was perfectly prepared without filmy egg or dry chicken, I'm excited to try something else next time. The restaurant was spotless and the service was excellent and fast, though I did visit during a slow time.

Diner Review №69

The massaman curry is the best thing I've ever put in my mouth.

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Great Pad Thai, great prices, great service. Hidden gem in SE Como for sure.

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Very delicious takeout!!!! New owners. Very nice hardworking couple. You won’t find a nicer couple. I highly recommend supporting this very small business!!!

Diner Review №73

Incredibly underwhelming. No flavor whatsoever in any of the dishes I ordered.

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The mango sticky rice is a must try!

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Absolutely delicious takeout. I got the tofu pad thai and wolfed down half of it when I got home. the cream cheese wontons are spot on, too. I'm glad my meal didn't come with a spice level, as I got to adjust it on my own terms with a bit of crushed red pepper. Excellent excellent food, will totally be back for more! ♥️

Diner Review №79

I have been eating Thai food my entire life, and I just moved into the area. I've gotten takeout from this place a few times now, and I have to say that their food is absolutely fantastic. The place smells awesome when you go to pick it up as well

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Excellent food and service. Wonderful SE Como neighborhood amenity.

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Absolutely delicious

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My partner and I shared the basil fried rice and pho. Both of us were very full with a LOT of food left. And oh my goodness was the food phenomenal. We're both looking forward to the leftovers tomorrow lol. Highly recommend, thank you!!

Diner Review №85

I got the veggie pad Thai and my friend got the chicken coconut curry. So delicious. Great service as well! The lady behind the counter was so sweet. :)

Diner Review №86

Thai cuisine Express is by far the most excellent Thai restaurant in the twin cities hands down. The food is unbelievable the wontons are delicious and melt in your mouth crunchy and the outside and creamy on the inside like I've never had. We only had three dishes so far and two appetizers but this is our new go to place for Thai food in the twin cities we've been to a lot of different Thai food restaurants and Asian restaurants here in the twin cities but nothing touches this food.

Diner Review №87

I eat here at least once a week! My roommates and I love it. Delicious thai food run by the sweetest ladies. Everything I've tried is incredible.

Diner Review №88

Very flavorful! We got the tofu pad Thai and veggie red curry. Humble little place with quick and friendly service and great food!

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Quick and courteous service and delicious food

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I really enjoy this small Thai restaurant in the Como Neighborhood. Its staples are delicious. I love the massaman curry, fried rice, and egg rolls. I've had a couple of their less common items not taste quite as good, but overall I'd highly recommend. It's one of my go-to spots for takeout. Their dine-in service has been closed since the start of the pandemic.

Diner Review №93

Best Thai food I’ve had in Minneapolis

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Green and red Thai curries are great! The employees are very kind.

Diner Review №95

To the owners of this restaurant. Please stop selling leftovers from the past week to white customers. Yes, we can tell when you do that.

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I love their basil fried rice and cheese wontons. Amazing spicy food.

Diner Review №98

🥩 🥬 wraps(flamevor🔥)!, 🥚 Drop 🍲(al dente)! Big portions, low prices! I can't wait 2 try more dishes. I felt like I was eating my own food. If y'all added some beer and wine I would be there every day. Great place 2 wash up, 2 👢

Diner Review №99

Convenient location.

Diner Review №100

I would always order Red Curry from this place. I would always ask if it has shrimp paste in it. They would deny it.
For the past 2 weeks they have been claiming that the curry has always had shrimp paste in it. Be careful while ordering from here. They probably dont know what goes in their ingredients. Very nice people though 🙂

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Best Thai Food in the twin cities!

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Really delicious thai food. Good vegetarian options, very rich taste and quick and not not too expensive. The owners are wonderful. Also try the Aloe Vera drink!

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Excellent tom kha, curry, and spring rolls!

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Incredibly friendly staff, great spring rolls. I asked for spicy noodles, and boy did they deliver.

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The Tom yum and Tom kha soups were spectacular!

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Very good

Diner Review №111

Thai Cuisine Express is an all time favorite restaurant! My husband and I order from them all the time! They are so kind each time and so quick to make the meals! They really are express cuisine! The taste is everything here! Perfect flavors all around. Also a perfect place for vegetarians (and they ask if you prefer egg or not too). All the dishes are fresh and made with care. Love them and hope to continue supporting them!

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Their yellow curry fried rice was delicious. Express, indeed; it took them less than 5 minutes to make it. Parking is a bit of a challenge, so be prepared to find a spot on the street.

Diner Review №115

The best thom kha I’ve had in a really long time, enriches your soul!

Diner Review №116

My favorite Thai place closed and I own a business a block away and decided to give this place a try. You will not regret. We did two orders of the fresh spring rolls which were extremely fresh and they use mint and cilantro. We moved onto the wontons which were crispy, fresh and not undercooked. The chicken pad Thai was so full of true Thai flavor. We ordered it spicy and it didn’t disappoint. My friend got the tom yum soup and she almost started crying with how on point the flavor was. It was quickly made, fresh and not dried out. Highly recommend- this is a hidden gem! This is our new go to spot for Thai food.

Diner Review №117

Awesome vegan tofu pho! Very fast and flavorful. Thanks for offering vegan broth.

Diner Review №118

This restaurant really surprised me, I went in with low expectations because it was so cheap, but I am so glad I found this spot. The food is incredible (especially the spring rolls and tom kha kai) and the workers are so kind. As a college student, the prices are enticing and the food quality goes beyond the money I’ve spent. I’ve had only great experiences here, and have YET to find anything I don’t like.

Diner Review №119

Amazing food!
- Huge portion size at reasonable price
- Quick preparation
-Delicious food
- Best Customer service. The lady at the counter always does Namaste and that's amazing to see and feel that culture being represented.

I have tried vegetarian version of Papaya salad. My friend ordered Beef Pineapple fried rice and Sweet &Sour Chicken( below pictures represent these dishes). Both were delicious and finger licking. Highly recommend!

Side note: It was saddening to see less customers, I hope we can support this small restaurant to recover from pandemic loss and help them survive and grow. Hopefully it get better soon.

Diner Review №120

The food is very tasty and service was punctual. Will buy from here again.

Diner Review №121

Pad cashew was amazing and flavorful!! I love this place!

Diner Review №122

I've eaten here a dozen times, and it's been a great experience every time. Perfection!

Diner Review №123

Best value in Thai food. Great menu filled with fantastic recipes. All of the dishes are made with fresh ingredients tastefully prepared.

Diner Review №124

I HIGHLY recommend this establishment! The food is absolutely delicious. The service is excellent. They have a great array of options. I always order the tofu pad see ew, and it is the best pad see ew I have tried in the Twin Cities! When I ask for it to be made spicy, they definitely deliver! The staff at thai xpress are so kind and respectful. They meet you with such grace, and are very nice! I have such good experiences with them, I have recommended this place to all my friends! I will never stop eating their food, give it a try!

Diner Review №125

Highly recommend this place...very good hot food and the nicest people.

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We love this place! The food tastes amazing and the staff is so nice!

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So yummy!

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This is definitely a new favorite spot of ours! I highly recommend the pork egg rolls and the Pad Thai with tofu! The Pad Cashew Nut is also definitely one of my fav dishes now. The vegetables were cooked to perfection and super fresh.

Diner Review №131

Absolutely delicious food. Their peanut curry is amazing, probably best curry I've ever had. Pho is also pretty good. My wife and I come here all the time for our take out. Great and kind staff! Overall, one of our favorite places to eat! Definitely recommend!

Diner Review №132

GREAT food with a pretty stellar spice level. Portion sizes have really varied over past orders, but I imagine with everything else going on with the world this is a norm in many places.

Diner Review №133

The food here is very good, I come here quite frequently and have never had any issues. However, today I found a small piece of metal in my food....probably won't be coming back.

Diner Review №134

Get the Chicken Curry; Might be the best curry in town. Very sweet staff!

Diner Review №135

Easily the best Thai food in the area. Incredibly tasty, plus, they dole out great portions. Will keep coming back again and again!

Diner Review №136

Amazing food at a great price!!! Good location with curbside parking that's usually open and the staff is very friendly!!!

Diner Review №137

This was our first visit so we ordered a variety. The order was ready exactly on time. The location is very convenient. We ate our food, and enjoyed our evening because life is short. The food was disappointing. The fried rice was good, but the Pad Thai was flavorless. The egg rolls were like rubber , but the sauce was perfect. We won't be likely to return.

Diner Review №138

Every time I order the food is fast, fresh, and delicious. The staff is super friendly! Definitely recommend it to everyone I know.

Diner Review №139

Always hits the spot

Diner Review №140

Favorite curry. Tried the chicken curry hot level and it was great. Would prolly recommend a medium spice level for most people though

Diner Review №141

I love this restaurant. Delicious food, very kind employees, lots of attention and fast service. What more could you want? I've been here many times and have never been disappointed. Highly recommend.

Diner Review №142

Pretty good pad Thai just missing a bit of heat but otherwise very tasty!

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Great place to get inexpensive real Thai food. By far the best Thai place near the University.

Diner Review №146

Fantastic place to dine, Price wise is not the worst, Dishes taste amazing!, If you want authentic south east asian food, this is the spot! (Try the green curry).

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Wonderful food. The spring rolls are fabulous!!

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The food is good but the price could be a little cheaper

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The food was delicious, good customer service, not too expensive

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Super super kind people, fast service, and incredibly delicious food!

Diner Review №155

Incredible. Never been anywhere better. Amazing prices, insane flavor, perfect service, super attentive staff, always fresh & you get so much for what you pay for. The food is so amazing that I practically can’t eat anywhere else without comparing it to this food. So clean, so delightful.

Diner Review №156

The chicken curry is amazing.

Diner Review №157

I got in 10 min to close. Ordered Peanut curry with Tofu to go. It came with rice and steamed broccoli. I am blown away by the flavour of the curry. It's very tasty and quality food. I would want to try more of their food.

Diner Review №158

A great hole in the wall Thai spot in the Como neighborhood of Minneapolis.The Chicken Pad Kee Mao is simply to die for!

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Great suggestion for #34. Good food and exceptional service

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Amazing little place! If you like beautifully flavored food then this is definitely a gem! With varying degrees of spiciness, it has something for everyone.

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Fantastic food. Spice was to order. Bit pricey for serving size.

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Thai Cuisine Xpress is now my favorite Thai restaurant ❤

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Excellent food and wonderful service :)

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Wonderful gathering place. We held a neighborhood association meeting. Excellent food and service. Highly recommended.

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Portions are tiny for it to be so expensive. Save your money and go somewhere else.

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I stopped in to get food Togo and I was blown away with the service. My friend and I got our food quickly and were given waters while waiting. The food though?! The food though. The quality of the pad Thai and peanut curry was amazing. I will definitely go back to try more. The broccoli was fresh and green.

Diner Review №183

Very good food. Seemed understaffed when we went, took long time to get our food/drinks. Very delicious though, and genuinely friendly staff.

If you have time for a relaxing lunch, go here! But maybe not if you're in a hurry.

Diner Review №184

I just cannot get enough of their green curry. It's has kind of a sweet taste to it. The first time I had it it wasn't spicy enough for me, but I just went there tonight and requested it spicy and they cranked up the heat. Also very good service, not very personable, but very quick and nice. I honestly prefer that over overly personable anyway lol.

Diner Review №185

By far the best restaurant in the neighborhood. The appetizers are reasonably priced and everything I have had tastes great.

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We ordered shrimp rolls, pho, pad see eiw, curried fried rice, and green curry. All the food was super delicious! The only complaint I have is the portions are a little small for the price you pay and we dined in but there were no condiments or napkins on any of the tables.

Diner Review №188

LOVE LOVE LOVE this place!! Same ownership/management as the Thai Chili/Thai Express/Lisu’s restaurants in Lino, Coon Rapids and Roseville.

The peanut curry is insane. The chicken satay and pork egg rolls are so so good. Pad Thai, pineapple fried rice and pad see ew are always a sure bet.

Definitely a great Thai place!!

Diner Review №189

Delicious pad thai here but the pork egg rolls were awesome. Ownersc are very nice who offer quick and polite service. I highly recommend.

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Love this place!!!

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Chicken curry is very delicious.👍🏻

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Red curry chicken YUM

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First time ordering takeout here. Beef pad thai was excellent! Green curry was excellent! Chicken fried rice was excellent! Vegetarian egg rolls excellent ! Our new favorite thai food in the Twin Cities!

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Great pad Thai. Very friendly.

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Details
  • 11 photos
  • 200 reviews
  • 4.6 Health Rating
  • Contact: +1 612-238-1862
  • Website: https://thaicuisineexpressmn.com/
  • Location: 1517 Como Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414, United States
  • Map: 44.9879612, -93.2300758
Menu Highlights
  • Thai restaurant
  • Asian restaurant
  • Restaurant
Opening Hours
  • Monday: 11:45 AM–8:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 11:45 AM–8:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 11:45 AM–8:30 PM
  • Thursday: 11:45 AM–8:30 PM
  • Friday: 11:45 AM–8:30 PM
  • Saturday: 11:45 AM–8:30 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
Service options
  • Kerbside pickup: Available
  • Delivery: Available
  • Takeaway: Available
  • Dine-in: Available
Popular for
  • Lunch: Available
  • Dinner: Available
  • Solo dining: Available
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park: Available
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Available
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating: Available
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet: Available
Offerings
  • Coffee: Available
  • Comfort food: Available
  • Organic dishes: Available
  • Quick bite: Available
  • Small plates: Available
  • Vegan options: Available
  • Vegetarian options: Available
Dining options
  • Lunch: Available
  • Dinner: Available
  • Dessert: Available
  • Seating: Available
Amenities
  • Gender-neutral toilets: Available
  • Toilet: Available
Atmosphere
  • Casual: Available
Crowd
  • Family friendly: Available
  • LGBTQ+ friendly: Available
Planning
  • Accepts reservations: Available
Payments
  • Cheques: Available
  • Credit cards: Available
  • Debit cards: Available
  • NFC mobile payments: Available
  • Credit cards: Available
Children
  • Good for kids: Available
  • High chairs: Available
Parking
  • Free of charge street parking: Available
  • Parking: Available