"Unapologetically authentic Thai food" is the name of the game at this East End jewel. Credit: Photo by Kirsten Gilliam

Best Thai: Street to Kitchen

Thai street foods are real-deal delicious at this East End stunner from Thai native and chef-owner Benchawan Jabthong Painter, which now rocks both staples and menu specials every week. High-quality, locally-sourced ingredients shine in the form of tom yum steamed egg with Gulf seafood, garlic soy baby bok choy and shiitake mushrooms, Wagyu beef curry, and a killer from-scratch pad Thai packed inside an egg blanket.

6501 Harrisburg
281-501-3435
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