Aroy Thai Cafe

This place is a hidden gem! It’s got great atmosphere, very clean inside, and amazing food. Service was fantastic and super fast. I got the pad Thai with glass noodles and it was soooo good. Medium spicy was definitely a little spicy, lots of good flavor. Highly recommend this place!!

Great food and service! Came with my Thai partner and he said it was one of the most authentic places in Houston.

This place is so good! We got the Pad Thai and it’s the best I’ve found in the area, not too sweet and actually has a bit of a kick to it (we got medium spice.) The restaurant is clean with a good atmosphere and prices are pretty inexpensive. I’ll definitely be back!

Oh my gosh, what a find! Terrific service and the food was some of the best Thai I’ve had in recent years. Nice sized portions and very reasonable. Pending alcohol permit. Unremarkable physical atmosphere offset by friendly and quick wait staff. I will be back!

While looking to enjoy authentic Thai cuisine with a colleague, I was invited to dine at Aroy Thai Cafe, a charming and welcoming spot that immediately set the tone for a great meal. The atmosphere was warm, relaxed, and inviting, making it an excellent choice for both casual and business dining. We began our meal with a standout appetizer: a beautifully prepared Thai papaya salad. Bursting with freshness, it combined crisp shredded papaya, juicy tomatoes, crushed peanuts, lime, and a subtle touch of fish sauce. The flavors were vibrant and perfectly balanced, refreshing enough that I could have happily made a full meal out of it alone. For my main course, I ordered the yellow curry with shrimp, served alongside a portion of steamed rice. The curry was rich, aromatic, and full of depth, with just the right level of spice to bring out the flavors without overwhelming the palate. The shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the portion size for both the appetizer and entrée was generous without being excessive. The overall dining experience was excellent, from the quality of the food to the attentiveness of the service. Aroy Thai Cafe is versatile enough for many occasions: a quick lunch, a relaxed dinner, takeout for a cozy night in, or even a casual business meal. Whether you’re dining with family, friends, colleagues, or simply on your own, this spot delivers authentic, flavorful Thai dishes in an inviting setting. I highly recommend Aroy Thai Cafe to anyone in Houston looking for fresh, delicious Thai food paired with warm hospitality.

Our family lived in Asia for a number of years and always tries to find a nearby thai restaurant. This has been our go to place for a few years and we have enjoyed everything we have ordered there The food is excellent and recommended!

So good!!! We are there on a Sunday night not too busy, the service was attentive and efficient. The food was amazing, we got Panang curry (hot not Thai hot) and pad see ew (mild spice) best Thai we’ve had in Houston for quite a while.

I always try out Pad Thai and Pad Sew Ew on a new Thai places menu and see how it compares to others. This place is amazing!! I got hot level, and it was right on the line for the level of spice I expect, so tasty, so flavorful. Please never change. You’re amazing, I’ll be back soon!!

Good service and food. The curries are a bit too sweet. I think it was a nice touch to use shredded chicken. Both red curry and pa nang have bell peppers and string beans.

+2

Great food, fast service, awesome lunch specials, tasty spring rolls

We had a great experience here! The food was excellent, and the service was even better. They were able to accommodate our large group late in the evening without any issue, and everything still came out fresh and fast.

Phenomenal. I was looking for a Thai restaurant and this popped up on my search. It is crazy because I never knew it was here I frequently go to the Korean BBQ place in the same strip so it is crazy I never knew about this place. The service was fast and friendly our waitress was on her A game and was extremely sweet. The presentation of the food was beautiful. The food was delicious. Half way through we decided this would be a regular place to eat.

I love this place. Straight to the point Thai Food that delivers great flavor. The staff are very friendly and every dish i tasted left me wanting more. I will definitely be going back for more soon!

The food was a fresh and hot perfect Thailand combo with, chicken, shrimp. Pork. The iced tea was smooth and delicious and incredibly refreshing since he dish I got was 2nd hot. The waitress was super helpful and the tea was always kept full.

We went for lunch and were very impressed. Everything we had was amazing and service was super attentive

Some of the best pad Thai I’ve had! I got it Thai spicy and it did not disappoint, my mouth was watering 😂. When I went back again I got it medium spicy and it was just as good. The crab Rangoon’s were so cute and not greasy. Thai tea was perfect. Service was really good too. I’m not sure why it wasn’t busy both times I went. They deserve to be packed. 10/10

Does anyone remember Nit Noi Thai on Woodway in Houston? They had amazing food but they were a little higher priced. They closed a few years back. I have been searching for great Pad Thai since they closed, and I finally found it! This place is like Nit Noi's little sister. I will definitely be back! I was immediately impressed upon entering the restaurant. We were warmly greeted and shown to a seat. We ask for a different one with booth seating on both sides and were accommodated with a smile. It's a small space, but also offers an intimate atmosphere. They have 5 TVs in a row above the kitchen area. Looks like they were all playing cooking shows, but it's a nice touch if dining alone and need something visual. The interior is not anything special, but it's the service and the kitchen who get the review of 5 stars. We ordered 2 appetizers to share. The 4 piece Crispy Rolls comes with a dipping sauce. They are perfectly fried and deliciously crispy, hence the name. We also ordered the Tempura Shrimp, also a 4 piece with dipping sauce, and arrived with a little side salad plus dressing. Both appetizers were terrific! For our main entree, the gentleman had the Red Curry with a spice level of medium, he chose. I had the Pad Thai with chicken and a spice level of mild. The Red Curry arrived in a steaming hot bowl with a side of beautiful white sticky rice. The Pad Thai was extremely well presented with lovely sprig of scallion leaves, peanuts to sprinkle on top, and a lime wedge. We each tried the other's entree. Both were very very good! I will say I am thoroughly and pleasantly surprised. The spice levels were great. I am not as much as a spice lover, so my mild preference was perfect for me. His medium preference got a little hotter as he got to the end of the bowl. I think Thai culture is use to more spice than American culture, for the most part. Either way, it was still delicious! The portions are large enough to have leftovers. I was thrilled I had lunch for the next day. I don't think they have a soda machine. We had ice tea. I noticed she kept getting the ice from an Igloo type cooler which sat on the countertop. Wine glasses were on a shelf, so I would assume they offer wine. In another review I saw the picture showed a can of Coke, so I think that is what they offer. This place is known just judging by the multiple people who came in for pickup orders. I can't wait for cold weather to order something warm. Red Curry during cold weather is delightful! Parking is easy. Plenty of spots available at dinner time when we went. I will return and probably do pickups from this place since it is so good.

Around has quickly become our favorite go to place for lunch during work. The food is just too good not to go. Most items on the menu are pretty tasty. Warning Thai hot is hot, as a regular Indian food lover. This one caught me by surprise, so pace yourself and try the mild or medium before going all out

They have one of the best takeout menu in Houston. Although their signboard is not conspicuous, yet their indoor decoration is pretty comfortable. I ordered their Tom yum Talay, which is mix seafood Tom yum soup and add glass noodles to it. Their are 5 mussels, 3 shrimps, 3 calamari, and 1 scallop in the bowl. The taste is good and authentic, and their medium spicy is just right for the soup. They have this Thai hot spicy level that I would like to try out next time. My only complaint is that their price is a little high and I don't feel full when I walk out the door. Overall it's a restaurant that I recommend to people that like Thai food.

This was my first time ordering out from this restaurant, and the food did not disappoint! I ordered through Uber Eats and it was delivered within 20 minutes piping hot. I I ordered tofu spring rolls ($7), which included avocado in it, and for my entrée I got chicken pad kee mow ($13) medium spice. The pad kee mow was phenomenal and had a nice kick to it without overpowering the flavors of the dish. The only criticism I have is the spring rolls. I wish they used more traditional veggie ingredients, such as cucumber, spring onions, vermicelli, noodles, and thicker slices of tofu instead of the tiny thin slices that you’ll see in my pictures attached. The peanut sauce, however, was absolutely great!! I’d give this place another try. Maybe in person this time!

Wow, great food here. Everything on point...my head was sweating 😓. My picky wife who just discovered she loves curry (at 58 yrs old) had to try her new favorite Khao Soi--she loved it, wants to come back soon. We come here from San Antonio for Texans games and lately have been staying at the hotel (Hampton Inn) behind this strip center. So glad we finally tried it. Give them a try 😉

The place was clean with good service. We enjoyed the satay, curry and pad kee Mao. Will be back to try more.

Amazing prices!!! Amazing staff !! Honestly some of the best Thai food I’ve had in a long time. I dinned in. Nick is an amazing guy! He served me. Thank you! I got the chicken coconut soup, an app, and Thai tea🫶🏼

The unassuming location in the strip center had me fooled but this place is amazing! My favorite was the green curry with chicken which came at a standard heat level of what I would call 4-5 but was perfect for me! My daughter ate almost the entire adult entree portion of chicken pad see ew and it was delish. She also devoured an appetizer order of steamed gyoza. Husband had the seafood hot basil stir fry with rice and loved that as well! My new favorite spot!

Mom and Boo

We went for lunch and were very impressed. Everything we had was amazing and service was super attentive

Vanessa Rodriguez

Phenomenal. I was looking for a Thai restaurant and this popped up on my search. It is crazy because I never knew it was here I frequently go to the Korean BBQ place in the same strip so it is crazy I never knew about this place. The service was fast and friendly our waitress was on her A game and was extremely sweet. The presentation of the food was beautiful. The food was delicious. Half way through we decided this would be a regular place to eat.

Jake Alpha

The food was a fresh and hot perfect Thailand combo with, chicken, shrimp. Pork. The iced tea was smooth and delicious and incredibly refreshing since he dish I got was 2nd hot. The waitress was super helpful and the tea was always kept full.

Juan Chavira

I love this place. Straight to the point Thai Food that delivers great flavor. The staff are very friendly and every dish i tasted left me wanting more. I will definitely be going back for more soon!

Ruby R

This was my first time ordering out from this restaurant, and the food did not disappoint! I ordered through Uber Eats and it was delivered within 20 minutes piping hot. I I ordered tofu spring rolls ($7), which included avocado in it, and for my entrée I got chicken pad kee mow ($13) medium spice. The pad kee mow was phenomenal and had a nice kick to it without overpowering the flavors of the dish. The only criticism I have is the spring rolls. I wish they used more traditional veggie ingredients, such as cucumber, spring onions, vermicelli, noodles, and thicker slices of tofu instead of the tiny thin slices that you’ll see in my pictures attached. The peanut sauce, however, was absolutely great!! I’d give this place another try. Maybe in person this time!

ml

The place was clean with good service. We enjoyed the satay, curry and pad kee Mao. Will be back to try more.

HoneyLeQueen

Some of the best pad Thai I’ve had! I got it Thai spicy and it did not disappoint, my mouth was watering 😂. When I went back again I got it medium spicy and it was just as good. The crab Rangoon’s were so cute and not greasy. Thai tea was perfect. Service was really good too. I’m not sure why it wasn’t busy both times I went. They deserve to be packed. 10/10

Lauri B

Does anyone remember Nit Noi Thai on Woodway in Houston? They had amazing food but they were a little higher priced. They closed a few years back. I have been searching for great Pad Thai since they closed, and I finally found it! This place is like Nit Noi's little sister. I will definitely be back! I was immediately impressed upon entering the restaurant. We were warmly greeted and shown to a seat. We ask for a different one with booth seating on both sides and were accommodated with a smile. It's a small space, but also offers an intimate atmosphere. They have 5 TVs in a row above the kitchen area. Looks like they were all playing cooking shows, but it's a nice touch if dining alone and need something visual. The interior is not anything special, but it's the service and the kitchen who get the review of 5 stars. We ordered 2 appetizers to share. The 4 piece Crispy Rolls comes with a dipping sauce. They are perfectly fried and deliciously crispy, hence the name. We also ordered the Tempura Shrimp, also a 4 piece with dipping sauce, and arrived with a little side salad plus dressing. Both appetizers were terrific! For our main entree, the gentleman had the Red Curry with a spice level of medium, he chose. I had the Pad Thai with chicken and a spice level of mild. The Red Curry arrived in a steaming hot bowl with a side of beautiful white sticky rice. The Pad Thai was extremely well presented with lovely sprig of scallion leaves, peanuts to sprinkle on top, and a lime wedge. We each tried the other's entree. Both were very very good! I will say I am thoroughly and pleasantly surprised. The spice levels were great. I am not as much as a spice lover, so my mild preference was perfect for me. His medium preference got a little hotter as he got to the end of the bowl. I think Thai culture is use to more spice than American culture, for the most part. Either way, it was still delicious! The portions are large enough to have leftovers. I was thrilled I had lunch for the next day. I don't think they have a soda machine. We had ice tea. I noticed she kept getting the ice from an Igloo type cooler which sat on the countertop. Wine glasses were on a shelf, so I would assume they offer wine. In another review I saw the picture showed a can of Coke, so I think that is what they offer. This place is known just judging by the multiple people who came in for pickup orders. I can't wait for cold weather to order something warm. Red Curry during cold weather is delightful! Parking is easy. Plenty of spots available at dinner time when we went. I will return and probably do pickups from this place since it is so good.

Moby Onacis

Around has quickly become our favorite go to place for lunch during work. The food is just too good not to go. Most items on the menu are pretty tasty. Warning Thai hot is hot, as a regular Indian food lover. This one caught me by surprise, so pace yourself and try the mild or medium before going all out

David Chang

They have one of the best takeout menu in Houston. Although their signboard is not conspicuous, yet their indoor decoration is pretty comfortable. I ordered their Tom yum Talay, which is mix seafood Tom yum soup and add glass noodles to it. Their are 5 mussels, 3 shrimps, 3 calamari, and 1 scallop in the bowl. The taste is good and authentic, and their medium spicy is just right for the soup. They have this Thai hot spicy level that I would like to try out next time. My only complaint is that their price is a little high and I don't feel full when I walk out the door. Overall it's a restaurant that I recommend to people that like Thai food.

B. Morris

Wow, great food here. Everything on point...my head was sweating 😓. My picky wife who just discovered she loves curry (at 58 yrs old) had to try her new favorite Khao Soi--she loved it, wants to come back soon. We come here from San Antonio for Texans games and lately have been staying at the hotel (Hampton Inn) behind this strip center. So glad we finally tried it. Give them a try 😉

Yolanda O'Sullivan

Amazing prices!!! Amazing staff !! Honestly some of the best Thai food I’ve had in a long time. I dinned in. Nick is an amazing guy! He served me. Thank you! I got the chicken coconut soup, an app, and Thai tea🫶🏼

Since this restaurant is near my office, walking distance actually, I tried this after it being recommended by some co-workers. They were right! The food is exceptional, spice levels for whatever you are able to handle, and the seating area is perfect for any lunch time group.

Adam Hunt

Since this restaurant is near my office, walking distance actually, I tried this after it being recommended by some co-workers. They were right! The food is exceptional, spice levels for whatever you are able to handle, and the seating area is perfect for any lunch time group.

Aaron Pallares

While looking to enjoy authentic Thai cuisine with a colleague, I was invited to dine at Aroy Thai Cafe, a charming and welcoming spot that immediately set the tone for a great meal. The atmosphere was warm, relaxed, and inviting, making it an excellent choice for both casual and business dining. We began our meal with a standout appetizer: a beautifully prepared Thai papaya salad. Bursting with freshness, it combined crisp shredded papaya, juicy tomatoes, crushed peanuts, lime, and a subtle touch of fish sauce. The flavors were vibrant and perfectly balanced, refreshing enough that I could have happily made a full meal out of it alone. For my main course, I ordered the yellow curry with shrimp, served alongside a portion of steamed rice. The curry was rich, aromatic, and full of depth, with just the right level of spice to bring out the flavors without overwhelming the palate. The shrimp were cooked perfectly, and the portion size for both the appetizer and entrée was generous without being excessive. The overall dining experience was excellent, from the quality of the food to the attentiveness of the service. Aroy Thai Cafe is versatile enough for many occasions: a quick lunch, a relaxed dinner, takeout for a cozy night in, or even a casual business meal. Whether you’re dining with family, friends, colleagues, or simply on your own, this spot delivers authentic, flavorful Thai dishes in an inviting setting. I highly recommend Aroy Thai Cafe to anyone in Houston looking for fresh, delicious Thai food paired with warm hospitality.

We went in for lunch on a Friday and place was not packed so it was nice and quiet. We ordered the chicken pad Thai, chicken Aroy fried rice, and papaya salad. When first trying a restaurant we like to order the classic first as an indicator. We would definitely be back to try other dishes. Their Thai hot spice is truly Thai hot and my husband enjoyed it. Our only issue was when they came with our total on one of those card swipe machines. We didn’t get to see an itemized receipt so when they gave us the total, it felt off to me. They did NOT let me know that tip was already included. I decided to click “no tip” and have the receipt text to me to check out why the cost was so high as I had cash on me in case I needed to leave cash tip. It was just my husband, our daughter, and myself. Somehow they neglected to tell me they auto added the large party gratuity on my check. I thought it was very shady.

Great food. I ordered the red curry (hot) and had them add pineapple to the meal. Meal presentation is very good. The only knock I have is that it took a long time from order to receipt of food (nearly an hour). If you go during lunch expect it to go longer than an hour or get there early.

We visited for dinner, we didn’t realize they were BYOB so that is a nice feature. We tried the crab Rangoon, which were OK, they needed seasoning, the soft rolls were standard, drunken noodle and masamam curry was pretty good.

It’s one of those unassuming places on the Katy Freeway frontage road after Kirkwood. Polite servers who are Thai, greet you. The cafe is a cozy with simple clean dining areas. There’s a clear screen that separates the dining and kitchen areas. Ordered the Red Curry with Chicken- moderately spiced and Pepper Garlic with chicken and broccoli- mild. Both served with ample and well cooked rice. White and Brown were equally well cooked and fluffy! That’s a plus for me!!! And red curry was rich in flavor and spicy.. good ratio of white chicken meat with bamboo, egg plant and peppers. Pepper garlic with chicken dish had good flavor and ingredients but I felt that they could be more realistic with the meat quantity. Overall, great Thai food. Will be back- definitely! 👍🏽☺️

This was an extremely good Thai food experience. The food was delicious, the service was fantastic, and the place was lovely. I didn't take as many pictures as I wanted to. I had the lunch special and it came with an egg roll and a puff. The dish was quite spicy, just as I wanted it! If you want it less spicy, just ask and they will tone it down for you. Everything was freshly prepared. They also have a variety of condiments that can help you increase the spice levels and add to the flavor profile if you enjoy that. I was brought here by a couple of friends that eat here regularly. They told me of how great the place is and they weren't kidding. The place was packed for a late Friday lunch.I really enjoyed the meal. I would recommend this place to anyone that's interested in having homestyle Thai food.

I enjoyed my food. Customers should be knowledgeable that this is Thai spicy, so mild or medium is likely enough even if you like spicy. I told them mild to medium for my pad Thai with shrimp and any spicier and I wouldn't have enjoyed. The salted edamame was fine. I had to mark down the rating because the young male waiter was super inattentive. We were the only people in the restaurant and he just stared down at his phone the whole time. I also would've preferred soda that came with a free refill instead of a single can.

T Bone

It’s one of those unassuming places on the Katy Freeway frontage road after Kirkwood. Polite servers who are Thai, greet you. The cafe is a cozy with simple clean dining areas. There’s a clear screen that separates the dining and kitchen areas. Ordered the Red Curry with Chicken- moderately spiced and Pepper Garlic with chicken and broccoli- mild. Both served with ample and well cooked rice. White and Brown were equally well cooked and fluffy! That’s a plus for me!!! And red curry was rich in flavor and spicy.. good ratio of white chicken meat with bamboo, egg plant and peppers. Pepper garlic with chicken dish had good flavor and ingredients but I felt that they could be more realistic with the meat quantity. Overall, great Thai food. Will be back- definitely! 👍🏽☺️

Jerry dMann

This was an extremely good Thai food experience. The food was delicious, the service was fantastic, and the place was lovely. I didn't take as many pictures as I wanted to. I had the lunch special and it came with an egg roll and a puff. The dish was quite spicy, just as I wanted it! If you want it less spicy, just ask and they will tone it down for you. Everything was freshly prepared. They also have a variety of condiments that can help you increase the spice levels and add to the flavor profile if you enjoy that. I was brought here by a couple of friends that eat here regularly. They told me of how great the place is and they weren't kidding. The place was packed for a late Friday lunch.I really enjoyed the meal. I would recommend this place to anyone that's interested in having homestyle Thai food.

While the food is delicious and fresh, the service leaves a lot to be desired. We have been to this restaurant three times in the last four weeks. While we did enter the restaurant pretty late, at around 8:30PM, there was no indication that it was late for dining and we were properly seated and orders taken. What was shocking was that, in the most recent visit was that the waitress came with the check (~9:05PM) while we were still eating and basically said they are closed and we have to leave. If the 9PM is a hard deadline, why were the guests seated at all after 8:30PM? Just don't accept dine-ins after 8PM if you want to close at 9PM. Atleast communicate to the guests that they have to finish their meal by 9PM.

Good Thai food, served hot for takeout. Takeout was usually also a generous portion but during my most recent take out order the curry was packaged in a smaller container than it was previously packaged in. The take out portion is now just slightly taller and wider than the rice box. It use to be almost double the size for ample leftovers.

Tried a new Thai place during lunch time. The Tom Yum shrimp soup was good, a little spicy but for me it was good. Suggest to order large size soup if there is 2 or more in your party. The Pad Thai was good however we thought the portion was on the lighter side, maybe 25% more would have been adequate. The beef salad was the most disappointing dish. The beef was hard, not tender and not flavored well. I will skip this dish. Service was nice and pleasant. The restaurant was clean and organized.

The dishes were season a bit on the salty side. The flavor and aroma of the curry didn't really pop and meat was not tender.the spicy level was on point, but flavor of the stir friend dishes can be adjusted. The seafood cooked perfectly.

Vinny Ng

Tried a new Thai place during lunch time. The Tom Yum shrimp soup was good, a little spicy but for me it was good. Suggest to order large size soup if there is 2 or more in your party. The Pad Thai was good however we thought the portion was on the lighter side, maybe 25% more would have been adequate. The beef salad was the most disappointing dish. The beef was hard, not tender and not flavored well. I will skip this dish. Service was nice and pleasant. The restaurant was clean and organized.

Huong Huynh (Peach)

The dishes were season a bit on the salty side. The flavor and aroma of the curry didn't really pop and meat was not tender.the spicy level was on point, but flavor of the stir friend dishes can be adjusted. The seafood cooked perfectly.

Most flavorless pad see ew I’ve ever had & I love Thai food but it wasn’t good at all. Could have kept my $14

I had the Pad Thai and it was okay. Do not eat inside as the service is not great. The servers move too quickly and act as if they do not have time. Lastly, the atmosphere inside is very smokey and small.

I’ve never had cheese rolls this tiny before. I’ve seen pictures from other customers who ordered it and they were regular size. I’m high disappointed because cheese rolls are my favorite. The pad thai was good though.

Food was good but man those portions are small, ordered what we usually do at the Thai restaurants around Houston, and we left a bit hungry 🤦🏽‍♂️ Not sure if they were skimping out - I know for a fact the pics that we saw on here was not the same portions that we were given, not sure if they were runnin out of food or what… Also please learn some etiquette when you give the tablet for us to pay. Man I felt the dude breathing over my neck. That’s why I appreciate good ole receipt in a leather book. Food was good, can’t complain about that but man the portion and service was not so great - gonna have to think twice about it next time

Deepak Gautam

Food was good but man those portions are small, ordered what we usually do at the Thai restaurants around Houston, and we left a bit hungry 🤦🏽‍♂️ Not sure if they were skimping out - I know for a fact the pics that we saw on here was not the same portions that we were given, not sure if they were runnin out of food or what… Also please learn some etiquette when you give the tablet for us to pay. Man I felt the dude breathing over my neck. That’s why I appreciate good ole receipt in a leather book. Food was good, can’t complain about that but man the portion and service was not so great - gonna have to think twice about it next time

I ordered the pad sew ew and it was dry. Noodles where white. Zero flavor. The worst noodles I've had at any Thai restaurant. I had to put soy sauce on it. Horrible. Never again.

Luis Flores Ortega

I ordered the pad sew ew and it was dry. Noodles where white. Zero flavor. The worst noodles I've had at any Thai restaurant. I had to put soy sauce on it. Horrible. Never again.