RESTAURANT BUZZ
Thai Cuisine: Healthy and Delicious
by: Lehua Kai
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Opal Thai Across from McDonald's in Haleiwa Town In the land of shrimp trucks, Opal Thai offers a nice respite for weary beach goers. Husband and wife team Opel and Aoy Sirichandhra hail from Thailand and serve up family recipes that they label as, "simple, good, honest food." Raw options include Green Papaya Salad and summer roles filled with fresh local ingredients. Take your food to go or sit under the shade of natures green canopy. Everything is made to order. |
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Thai Thai 19-4084 Volcano Road While the South side of the Island boasts an abundance of creative cuisine choices, the Volcano Village keeps its list short but succulent. One of the rare delectable discoveries is Thai Thai restaurant. Known for its "outstanding pad thai" and Eggplant Basil Chicken, this fiery gem is a destination yes. |
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Thai Valley Cuisine 501 Kealahou St # A62 Located in the Kalama valley, this family operated restaurant is a well-kept secret. Those in the know head there for the Pad Seew (street noodles) and the abundant vegetarian options. Familiar favorites include: sticky rice, curries and spring rolls. |
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Champa Thai 2452 Waialae Avenue |
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House of Noodles 4-1330 Kuhio Hwy Three words, Glass Bean Noodles. Don't let the diminished exterior prevent you from venturing inside. This is one of the only places in the state that features this unique dish on the menu. You can get it with pork, chicken, shrimp or seafood. For those of you who aren't afraid of a little spice try the Spicy Fish with Cashew Nuts. The flavors here are Thai/Chinese. |
