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| - Thai might just be my favorite of the international cuisines we have "Americanized" and adopted in the States. Fresh herbs and veggies, delicate noodles and spicy sauces- what's not to like? I'm happy to say DeeJai is a fine representative of the class.
I usually go here with co-workers for lunch. Seating is pretty much always available and on nice days there are a few tables in a narrow outdoor courtyard. Decor is modern but not over the top, nothing too jarring. There is a full bar and now a sushi bar at the front end of things. My only minor complaint with the setting is the constant playing of an "all-acoustic" Sirius radio station. A little muted variety might be nice- I can only take so much Sting with my curries, after all.
The lunch here is a pretty good deal- compared to what else is in the area. You get an appetizer (usually a single crab rangoon) along with a small bowl of a soup that changes, but no mind, it has always been tasty. Combined with the main dish, you're looking at about $8-10.
There are a few standards here- basil chicken, pad thai, and panang curry, but there are also a number of entrees, including salads and fish dishes- you can be as adventurous as you like.
For me, the pad thai is NOT good here. Maybe I've become too accustomed to Thai Taste and Thai House, but the flavor of of the Pad Thai here is way off for me, I avoid it.
No worries, though, because there are plenty of other options here. My personal favorite is the panang curry with pork. The curry is just right without having me breathing fire. I literally try and scoop of the last of the sauce with my chopsticks. My co-worker is partial to the spicy basil chicken, and it always smells tempting. Both dishes comes with a generous portion of rice- not so with noodle dishes. There is also a green curry and pad prik, both of which vie for my affection. You get your choice of meat, or you can go vegetarian (not a bad choice).
Be aware this place is now closed on Mondays, sad but true side if effect of the current economy.
The new sushi menu looks very tempting, though I have not tried it yet. The sushi chef stands around without much to do, so I can't comment here.
In all, this place is solid for both interesting entrees and some well executed favorites. I give these guys a lot of credit, it's well-executed Thai without the crazy outfits or wall decor. I'm all in.
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