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| - This was on January 11, 2013. We hadn't been here for a long while, but since it was just my dad and me, we decided on Thai. Since Siam Orchid closed, we weren't sure about where to go but I noticed Thai Spice had a Gluten free menu, and that clinched it. Thai Spice is in a strip mall with Stein Mart and the outside is very blah, but that just shows not to judge a book by its cover. Inside, there was more decoration than I remember from my previous visits, with lots of plants and art. I got the gluten free menu and my dad got the regular. Now, I did notice some things on the menu that didn't seem like they could possibly be GF in this type of family owned place, but I just stuck with what I knew to be gluten free. Thus, the Chicken Coconut Soup and the Pad Thai. Dad also went for the soup as well as the Masaman Curry with tofu and some hot tea. The soup came out (and I took pictures, how hipster), and despite its simple appearance, it is full of flavors like lemongrass, galangal, lime, a bit of chili, and of course coconut milk. The chicken is plentiful enough, though I would probably get this stuff for just the broth. Mmmmm.
A bit later, dinner came out (more of a take your time place), and both dishes were good. The Pad Thai was good, though it is difficult to rate when it is such a common dish. I noticed no flaws, and if there are only 3 pieces of shrimp, there was plenty of chicken. Of course the tail shells were left on, which I always dislike, but it wasn't too messy taking them off. Dad's curry, which I briefly tried, was yummy and comforting. I probably could have stood the heat in it, but you never know. I had been thinking of ordering it when I found dad had decided on it.
It was a nice, mostly quiet supper, with yummy food full of spices and a better atmosphere than before. The staff was pleasant and filled my water frequently, though I suppose I would have appreciated a pitcher or carafe at our table. And I will be back for more Thai food when it is dad and me again.
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