Chao Thai Cuisine - Oakland - Photo album

ATMOSPHERE: Good location right by Lake Merrit and Grand Theater, right across the street from the saturday farmers market. Great activity nearby, lively. A few outdoor tables available in the long corridor leading up to the restaurant entrance, not much sunlight but can be pleasant if warm. SERV

Won’t go wrong with the Pad Thai. Requested spicy and they delivered.

Excellent food and fast, very pleasant service in a unique location. We had multiple meatless items with tofu and each of them tasted unique. The sauces used are amazing. I look forward to returning soon.

The larb I ordered spilled all over my car and the fresh rolls were all broken and impossible to eat in roll form. When I called the restaurant to resolve, they were rude and told me I should have unpackaged and inspected all the food before I left. Also, food doesn't taste great. Won't be back.

I got duck curry and crab fried rice. It was VERY flavorful. We ate at one of the tables outside, which had a peaceful atmosphere and a view of people walking near Lake Merritt. I also tried a Thai beer: forgot what it was called but I liked it and it went well with the meal. Looking forward to eati

Visiting from San Diego. Ordered shrimp Panang Curry, delish! The level of spices was perfect for my taste... Place is small, had difficulty finding it, it was hiding.. Their sign is not as attracted and visible. Thank goodness our GPS helped us ;D ...we had a great server and shes very sweet, frien

We had just watched Bohemian Rhapsody at the Grand Lake theater and wanted something yummy for dinner. I saw the sign for Chao and remember it being good years ago. The place inside is homey and mellow. I had the chicken pad Thai . Full of flavor and lots of crispy veggies this dish is great. We had

It’s a really homey, affordable go-to for tasty Thai food. Usually come here post-boxing for some filling grub in the form of pad kee mao noodles or gai ping chicken. The space is intimate, so be prepared to be surrounded by warmth and conversation.