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Cha-Am Thai

701 Folsom St
San Francisco, CA 94107
Phone: (415) 546-9710

Ratings & Reviews Summary for Cha-Am Thai

What Users are Saying:

  • Prompt seating
  • Good for kids
  • Good for groups
5 Star Rating
 
(6 reviews)
4 Star Rating
 
(2 reviews)
3 Star Rating
 
(3 reviews)
2 Star Rating
 
(0 reviews)
1 Star Rating
 
(3 reviews)

User Reviews for Cha-Am Thai

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/03/2007 Posted by awags

I had their vegetarian Pad Thai and it was the best I've ever had. The vegetables are fresh and cooked to perfection. Also for appetizer you must try the golden triangles ; they are delicious! Friendly service and nice atmosphere. This is my favorite Thai place in the bay area.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/23/2007 Posted by r545

I have been going to Cha Am Restaurants for almost 8 years. I enjoyed the variety of foods. Most of all, the staff are always very nice and friendly. The owners make you feel welcome and comfortable. They always smile when you come in the restaurant. Kenny, the bartender , is very good and he makes sure that everything is great. He mixes the best cocktail drinks. You are going to love him. Cha Am Thai Restaurant have the best variety of foods and a very friendly Staff

3 Star Rating: Average

08/03/2006 Posted by nlim

Food isn't bad, but you tend to get more vegetables than meats in the stir-fries. I think Koh Samui Monkey is much better, but a tad more expensive, or Osha which is a few blocks down is about the same price and has much better food. I have been there a couple times and have not had the urge to go back there once I have tried Osha and Koh Samui.

Pros: Quiet, quick dinner if you feel like Thai

Cons: There are much better Thai restaurants within the vicinity that I would rather go to

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/08/2006 Posted by ngamjoel

WOW!!! An absolute MUST is their Fried Whole Fish with Mango Salad! Everything about this dish is 5-STAR! Also their Spicy Tofu with Mint Leaves is scruptuous! And their bartender Kenny realy knows his drinks! Plus the staff is so courteous and efficient -- everything you would expect Thai people to be. BTW, the restaurant has a partially separated alcove that is perfect for parties of 20-30 diners. I'm obviously preferential about Cha-Am -- I've probably eaten there 100+ times even though I have to drive across town to get there. And although parking is a bummer, they do validate parking in the garage for 2 hours.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/17/2005 Posted by deanosaur

I've been going to this place for several years and I love it. The imperial rolls are outstanding. I also love their red chicken curry and their spicy tofu dish. I've taken several out-of-towners here and I STILL hear about how much they loved the meal at Cha Am. The decor is cheesy and the location at the intersection of Third and Folsom isn't all that scenic, but the food is tops. Great lunch or after-work dinner spot. Enjoy!

Pros: Food, Value

3 Star Rating: Average

04/08/2005 Posted by spadams

It's priced and designed like a nice restaurant, but the food and service just don't stand up. Maybe I'll give it another try? The full bar is nice.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

10/25/2004 Posted by o18sf

Food is fresh and delightfull. My favorite are coconut milk chicken soup and crispy spring roll. The service is good though it a bit slow sometime when the busy time, but waitress still smile, nice and friendly.The other feature I like is free 2 hrs parking.

Pros: resonable price, nice service, free parking

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/23/2004 Posted by rschick69

Stylish interior (a bit 90's) but nice sets the scene for very clean and distinct flavors. The selection of meals is semi-standard, but it's the execution that makes this place shine. The soups and curries are especially well done. It's a great lunch place too. Also, 2 hour free parking in the building!

Pros: Free 2 hour parking, Great Soups & curries

3 Star Rating: Average

07/29/2003 Posted by cheryllbradley

Cha-Am has pretty good food - I like the pad thai and yellow curry dish (with chicken) although it can be pretty spicy. The fresh mango with warm sticky rice is tasty as well. I would recommend it to those who are looking for a new lunch spot but probably wouldn't go out of my way to go there for dinner.

Pros: Tasty food, Variety, OK Service

Cons: Little bit pricey

4 Star Rating: Recommended

03/11/2003 Posted by leeloo_1313

I've been here numerous times: lunch, dinner, weekdays, weekends. The food is always very good (spicy Tofu, veggie pad-thai, chicken curries) but the service is always slow. If you are not in a hurry and don't mind asking for drink refills, this is a wonderful place and well priced.

Pros: food!, prices

Cons: slow service

Editor's Review

Tasteful decor and home-style cooking draw diners to this spacious Thai restaurant in the heart of SOMA. Sister to Cha-Am Berkeley.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Parking

Free two-hour parking is available at Museum Parc garage on weekdays while customers can find street parking after 6pm on the weekends.

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Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Metered
  • Garage

Hours

  • Mon-Sat 11am-3pm
  • 5pm-10pm
  • Sun 5pm-10pm

Payment Types

  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • American Express
  • Diners Club

Cuisines

  • Thai

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