About
Bua Thai Restaurant in Northwest Washington is a go-to spot for those seeking authentic Thai flavors without breaking the bank. With an average rating of 4.2, it's clear that diners appreciate what this cozy establishment has to offer. The menu is packed with Asian delights like duck, fried rice, and soothing soups, complemented by a selection of teas and a full range of alcoholic beverages, including cocktails and wine. This casual eatery provides the perfect backdrop for meeting up with friends or enjoying a solo meal. Its relaxed atmosphere is enhanced by a range of convenient features, including free Wi-Fi and quick service. Offering vegan, vegetarian, and healthy options, it caters to a variety of dietary preferences. Patrons can choose from multiple service options, such as delivery or takeaway, and enjoy perks like happy-hour specials. Whether you're looking to enjoy a meal indoors or take advantage of their outdoor seating, Bua Thai ensures a pleasant dining experience that's both affordable and satisfying.
Price
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
Cuisines
Asian, Thai
Services
Delivery, Takeaway, Reservations available, Outdoor seating, Dine-in
Dietary options
Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Healthy options
Offering
Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Small plates, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee
- $$$$ 10 - 20 $
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Asian
- Thai
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Reservations available
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Healthy options
- Serving alcohol
- Serving desserts
- Small plates
- Happy-hour drinks
- Happy-hour food
- Serving cocktails
- Serving beer
- Serving wine
- Serving coffee
- Payment by credit card
- Payment by debit card
- NFC payment
- Casual
- Cozy
- Meet up with friends
- Solo dining
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- High chairs available
- Free Wi-Fi
- Quick service
- Toilet
- Watching sports
- Popular with tourists
Reviews and Ratings
Write a review- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
My buddy and I went to this restaurant during our vacation. The Bua Curry Puff tasted really good. I usually get fried rice and an entree but I wanted to do something different and did a noodle dish. The Kao Sol tasted amazing and tasted very flavorful. Overall a great restaurant. I even did more food from here on my last day of vacation.
- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Flavors on point for drunken noodles , chicken satay, coconut soup and larb gai. Delicious food and came out quick and all at once
- Food: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
I would like to review this place as a relative neophyte to Thai food. There are a number of things I have always enjoyed. Unlike many Thai places, the chefs can let themselves go in terms of the spices and other flavors even as they can adjust for those who want somewhat mild tastes. The dishes are wonderfully balanced between modest amounts of meat and plenty of fresh crunchy vegetables to cut the richness (with lots of additional rice if needed). Salads are especially meaty and pungent. They will tantalize your taste buds and nourish you at the same time. While the place is famous for its upstairs balcony, I prefer the calm quiet of the bar where I have always been able to chat with customers and employees alike. A special shoutout to bar employees Prau and Ood and to the owner Jane (I recall her friendliness and her insistent pride at how the lemon juice for the salads is freshly squeezed). All of these are reasons for an establishment that firmly stands the test of time after its opening in 1989. Staff will gladly tell you stories. Reviews from that era are prominently featured near the door and remain true today.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address of Bua Thai Restaurant D.C?Bua Thai Restaurant D.C is located at 1635 P St NW, 20036, Washington, Northwest Washington, USA.
- How to get here by public transport?The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Connecticut Av NW & M St NW (527 m walk)
- Bus stop 18TH ST & M ST NW nb (571 m walk)
- Bus stop 18th St + Massachusetts Ave (327 m walk)
- Bus stop 14th St & P St. NW (518 m walk)
- How is Bua Thai Restaurant D.C rated by visitors?Bua Thai Restaurant D.C has an average rating of 4.2 based on 395 reviews across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
- What dishes and beverages are served?The restaurant offers a selection of dishes such as duck, fried rice, rice, soup, tea, along with a variety of drinks.
- What is the average price for a meal at Bua Thai Restaurant D.C?The average price for a meal is 10 - 20 $ (it is cheap - $).
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