Welcome to Penn's Thai Cafe
Penn's Thai Cafe, a cozy gem in Troy, MI, offers a wide array of Thai delights. With a focus on fresh ingredients and authentic flavors, their menu boasts mouthwatering dishes like the Combo Platter and Green Apple Salad. Customers rave about the pad see ew and curry options, noting the perfectly balanced flavors and generous portions. The attentive service and welcoming atmosphere make dining at Penn's Thai Cafe a truly delightful experience. Whether you're a Thai cuisine enthusiast or a newcomer, this restaurant is sure to impress with its delectable fare and inviting ambiance.
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3658 Rochester Rd Troy, MI 480833658 Rochester Rd Troy, MI 48083 Hotline: (248) 680-0841
Located at 3658 Rochester Rd in Troy, MI, Penn's Thai Cafe is a charming gem that brings the vibrant flavors of Thailand to your plate. As a notable contender in the local dining scene, this cozy cafe prides itself on offering authentic Thai cuisine within a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
From the moment you walk in, the friendly service envelops you like a warm embrace, setting the stage for a delightful culinary journey. The menu boasts a variety of specialties designed to tantalize the taste buds, such as the Pad Prik Khaing, a fiery Thai hot curry featuring string beans and carrots, and the aromatic Ginger Stir-Fry, which combines ginger, onion, and mushrooms in a savory brown sauce. For those who crave something a bit different, the Gai Sarm Rodd presents a succulent breaded chicken dish that is sure to satisfy.
One of the standout menu items is undoubtedly the Pad Thai, which several patrons rave about. Customer Amy C. highlighted this dish during a large lunch party, praising its mild yet delicious flavor that was a hit even among those hesitant to try Thai food. Meanwhile, Cory C. reflected on the balanced sweet, salty, and sour notes of their Pad Thai, accentuating how accommodating the staff is in terms of customizing orders without additional charges.
The dessert of savory flavors doesn't stop at noodles. Diners also enjoy dishes like the pad see ew, known for its excellent "wok hei" or "breath of the wok," indicative of a well-executed stir fry. Just as importantly, patrons have noted the generous portions served at dinner compared to lunch, which further enhances the value.
Moreover, the drink options, including refreshing Thai Iced Coffee and invigorating iced teas, perfectly complement the hearty meals. Whether you prefer a spicy kick or a milder exploration of Thai flavors, Penn's Thai Cafe aims to cater to every palate.
Though modest in size, the cafe's inviting atmosphere resonates with diners seeking authentic Thai experiences. As highlighted in reviews, the commitment to quality service and culinary excellence ensures that every visit leaves you eager for more. So if you're in the Troy area, don't miss out on this delightful escape to Thailand, where every dish tells a flavorful story.
The pad see ew is our favorite and all three of us will order variations from mild to extra hot. Spot on every time and tons of food! Service is friendly and caring. Highly recommend.
Great place. And the curry meals are downright great too. Had a great early lunch and service was as good as the rest. And some really great and cool stuff made with the tables. With many and lots of room. Great feel, great food, and very great staff. Will go again.
Ordered a large order for a lunch party. Fawn (phonetic for her name) was so helpful and accommodating. All of our 20+ orders were ready to pick up at 11am as promised labeled with all the correct levels of spice and special requests! The containers kept the contents warm for our 11:30 party. The pad Thai was some of the best I've had in awhile and I ordered a mild one for someone who didn't usually eat Thai food bc of the spice... she was so happy to have a non-spicy delicious entree! Everyone seemed to enjoy their food. Pics of a few items ordered included.
This is one of my favorite Thai restaurants in the Troy area. It's a pretty small and cozy dining room, but good for smaller groups. I really like their pad Thai here: I appreciate them accommodating my substitution request (broccoli instead of green onions) without charge. It was delicious - the sauce was well-balanced between sweet, salty, and sour flavors. I will say, the lunch portion is pretty small - my friend finished her entree and she almost always has carryout when eating at Thai restaurants. I recommend the dinner portion if you have a good appetite. Another thing we like ordering when we go here is the crab rangoon: last I went, it was 8 for $5.25 which isn't too bad. It's also not super greasy and the filling is creamy and delicious. The accompanying sweet and sour sauce is watery, but goes very well with rangoon, providing some tang to cut through the richness. I've also tried their pad see ew: good "wok hei" ("breath of a wok") and I got their dinner size which is a much better portion than lunch size at only $2.45 more. It was a little on the salty side, but had really good flavor. They provide a generous amount of pork. The noodles themselves were very firm - they could stand to be soaked a bit longer.
This is the typical strip mall, Thai restaurant. The venue is not fancy, but it is indeed clean. The service was prompt and attentive. I ordered the house-style fried rice and it was loaded - I loved it as much as anyone can love fried rice. The red curry with chicken was also excellent. I ordered medium spice level and it matched my expectations. Will I return? Yes.
Open until 7:30pm last night. Not sure if they are associated with the one in RO at all or a stand-alone. Same name. 7 tables inside. Ordered crab Rangoon, green apple salad, pad Thai curry with chicken and steamed tofu and added mixed veggies, extra extra hot and a Gang Pak with chicken and steamed tofu and no baby corn, medium spicy. Add-ons are each $1. The shrimp crackers are crunchy and fresh, not stale. I can hear the madness and cooking frenzy coming from the kitchen. It's on. The crab Rangoon looks thin and yummy. They ate thin, however the wonton dough is a bit dense. The cream cheese is yummy, slightly sweet too. The portions here are sizable. My eyes widened seeing how big the plate for the pad Thai curry was. My Gang Pak was also a decent size. The gang pak is good, nice and spicy, well seasoned too. Lots of veggies, chicken and tofu too. They don't skimp out for the add-ons at least. The pad Thai curry was quite spicy, which was good for my husband. It was very spicy to me, but more than that it was piping hot too. The service was good. Food was good.
Had lunch at Penn's Thai Cafe today because it's been a while since our last visit. We arrived right at opening time of noon on Saturdays and were told to sit anywhere since no one else was there yet. Our server brought a basket with crispy Shrimp Chips to munch and menus. Once we placed our orders, our server brought us each a cup of Hot and Sour Soup that was all that. My wife ordered Shrimp Pad See Ew mild and I ordered Shrimp Pad Ped medium. We also ordered Thai Iced Coffee and our friend shared his Spring Rolls. The food was great as always and the spice levels were rright on and exactly how we ordered them. The Iced Coffees were refreshing and flavorful and went well with everything. We had a great time, delicious food, and friendly service. I definitely stand by my previous rating.