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| - A nice little surprise - glad I gave it a try! Though it's in a strip mall in south Scottsdale, it's actually quite charming inside: nicely decorated with a warm, inviting staff. And since I'm a Panang Curry fiend (seriously I order it most everywhere I go for Thai, especially on a first visit -- it's kind of the bar by which I measure a Thai place), I ordered it here. And I was pleasantly surprised! At first when they told me there were only 3 levels of spiciness, I was a bit worried. I usually order 8 out of 10, because I love it spicy but sometimes "Thai hot" can be just a touch too spicy for me. But too bland is dull, so I went with option 3. Not only was their Panang curry (I got it with shrimp) at least as good as anywhere else in the Valley, the spiciness was deliciously complex, and had a little something I don't recall tasting in other Thai, which added something special to it. Kind of an aromatic nut-like spicy flavor -- just a hint of it -- within the typical Panang curry flavor. The balance of spices and heat was perfect. I would definitely eat here again - though I live on the other side of town. The atmosphere and decor are on the elegant side of casual -- so it's not really a date night kind of place, but would be great for a casual lunch or dinner with friends or even a casual business lunch. The Thai tea was good, too!
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