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What People Are Saying About Sbydee Thai Restaurant
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The Scene – Flourishes of color and tweaks in design soften and cozy up this decidedly minimalist space, where built-in partitions divide the once cellar-like room into more intimate sections. Service is a treat--attentive yet unobtrusive, and as hospitable as you might expect from a restaurant whose name translates roughly into "How's it going?" – – The Food – There's enough to like on this menu, but the kitchen seems to suffer from underestimating its patrons' tolerance for heat and depth of flavor. Curries are among the weakest suits--red and penang versions finish…
10/13/09
POOR service
by Electra720 at Citysearch
I've driven by this place so many times and finally decided to check it out one night on my way home from work. I walked in, sat at the bar and ordered some soup and curry. And waited. And waited. And waited some more. Luckily, I passed the time chatting with someone else eating at the bar, but watched the waiter pass me every few minutes for HALF AN HOUR.
After about 30 minutes, and after unsuccessfully trying to get the waiter's attention, someone else walked in to pick up their takeout. I asked the girl how long ago she put in her order: 25 minutes ago. She pays, the waiter gives her her food, and she leaves. I ask the waiter where my food is. He gives me a bewildered look and says he'll be right back. He returns to tell me that the kitchen is "really backed up" right now and they haven't even STARTED on my order. I demanded a refund and left. I wouldn't recommend eating here, nor will I give it another shot.
- Pros: I wouldn't know
- Cons: Bad service
06/21/08
Lovely on every level
by gobytrain at Citysearch
What a wonderful place! Lovely and very authentic, not just the food but the people too! Not coddling service, which I find cloying and phony, but generous and considerate. It's the sum of the parts that creates an environment that manages to relax you without your awareness until it has been accomplished.
- Pros: Relaxing without trying too hard
- Cons: None really, except to say somehow your own attitude will perpetuate your experience.
01/27/08
Best Thai in Midtown
by AtlantisAlert at Citysearch
For authentic Thai food that is as good, if not better than Nan for half the price, Sbydee is the spot. More familiar dishes like Masaman and Pad Thai are delicious and more expertly flavored than anywhere in town. But the menu rewards you for being adventurous. The Basil Seafood is spicy without dominating the flavor and the Kai Himapan cashew chicken is perfect. The ingredients used in these dishes are so fresh, our server even showed us plants growing in the restaurant that are used to flavor them. It's easy to miss, but there is free parking behind the restaurant accessed from Juniper or 10th Street. Sbydee's staff is warm and quick to remember you, even what you ordered last time. The owner is always present and proud of her restaurant. She should be.
The Details on Sbydee Thai Restaurant
The Extras:
The kitchen doesn't crank up the heat off request, so let your server know if you'd like your dishes fiery.
On the Menu:
Many of the dishes on SbyDee's menu can be made meatless, so tofu lovers and vegetarians shouldn't feel cramped for lack of selection.
Where to Sit:
If you don't mind the noise from the flurry of 10th Street, grab a seat on the patio for people-watching.
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Payment Methods:
Visa, MasterCard
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Smoking Permitted:
No
