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| - The location is next to Pool Sharks between Twain and Spring Mountain Rd. on S. Decatur Blvd. I came here twice already for lunch and dinner. My rating is strictly on the food.
The highlight of it all is their lunch special soup, Curry Noodle ($9), which consists of your choice of meat and noodle, bean sprout, fried shallot, and boiled egg. It's topped off with garnishes of fresh sliced green onion and cilantro. Perfection at its best. The curry, itself is savory and luscious. I tried both pork and beef, which were equally delicious. I would suggest to stick with the rice noodle than flat or egg in noodle preference. The rice noodle worked so well together with the curry soup, but here's a little secret... save half to take home and make yourself a cup or two of hot steamy white rice (brown has more arsenic content) put this curry on top and you have yourself another new dimension of profound warmth of hugs for your soul that your tummy will smile about. The flavor is consistent and heartfelt with authentic ingredients like pure coconut milk. No starch or chicken powder are added. I can taste a huge difference in this particular soup and it definitely received high remarks in my book of good eats. Even my whole family loves this soup. A must try for any Thai Curry Lovers!!!
Another notable dish is their Crabmeat Fried Rice ($14.95). Their description is on point with Big Lumps of real crabmeat. Huge chunks of this delicacy with jasmine rice, egg, and diced onion. Served with a side of sliced lime, fish sauce, thick cuts of tomato, and cucumber. I use the juice from the sliced jalapeno condiment and put a few tablespoons of it on top of my fried rice portion. It gives it that tangy, acidic bite that I enjoy. I'm a huge fan of homemade fried rice and this hits quite close to home. Fluffy and flavorful makes this a very fine dish. And the generous portion of the crabmeat?!!! Who wouldn't be happy?! Absolutely NOT me. I took some time off from writing, since I couldn't write anything that I didn't feel genuinely about. That being said, this place deserves more recognition and appreciation in great Thai cuisine. The Chef and Owner, Timmy is personable and kind. His cooking speaks volumes and his restaurant has unwavering potential.
Even their dessert was memorable. I chose to try their Coffee Donut Dessert ($5) and I'm glad I did. Creamy, yet so light Coffee Ice Cream (not a huge fan of coffee flavor ice cream, but this was divine) with a couple of mini, hot off the oven donuts that were sprinkled with sugar on top. The slightly crisp texture on the outside with the cloud-like softness of the inside made the combination of this coffee ice cream and mini donuts a hit. I would advise to not waste any time on the warm donuts, eat it while it's still warm! It's not the same texture, once it cools down. It was a delightful treat to have at the end of my very appetizing meal.
More adventures to come at Pam Real Thai. I look forward in coming back.
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