Thai Purple

05/06/08

Slow service and average food

by jzc17 at Citysearch

Went for take out midweek and it took over an hour to get my order. The restaurant was only half full but they were understaffed and just ridiculously slow. And it's not that cheap. More expensive than other nearby Thai places like Noodle World and Thai Paradise.

The food wasn't bad, but nothing great. Went with the Pad See Ew, Tom Kha Shrimp and Orange Chicken. The soup was below par and the Orange Chicken was kind of soggy. Pad See Ew was fine. Won't be going back.

• Pros: decent food
• Cons: slow service, understaffed, did i mention slow service

05/01/08

Thumbs down 4 Thai Puple

by pinotcherry at Citysearch

Because I was in the area I decided to give it another try. While waiting for a menu, I noticed several calls being placed for orders for pick up. Although the establishment has interesting decor and feels inviting, the service just sucked. There were three other couples in the resturant but I was never asked once if I wanted a refill of water. The gal who took my order brought out a thai tea instead of regular iced tea and the food just didn't taste the same to me. Another table had a problem communicating with the waitress as to what they desired for lunch. I tried to make the most of my meal but what really put made the experience bitter was the fact that they would not accept my 20 dollar bill, claiming it was a fake! There are several other Thai options to choose from so next time I'll just eat somewhere else.

11/06/06

thai food for a good price

by plugpitch at Citysearch

Get home made thai food for a great price. Dishes are around $8-10 and they are good portions. You can share with family members for family style eating. Location is between two busy streets and there is easy access. Restuarant is a good size where I never had to wait for a table. Atmosphere is relaxing and does not get loud, so you can have an intimate meal with someone. Surrounding area is becoming more busy and has the feel of old town pasadena. You can have an enjoying walk down main street or go to the movies across the street.

• Pros: Crab fried rice and pad thai are awesome, can't go wrong with thai iced tea
• Cons: at night parking there is valet service, can be a little hard finding parking