Pon Thai

Look no further for home cooked Thai food at a very quaint restaurant by a very lovely couple! The location is a bit out of the way and when you drive by, you might miss it a few times. Be sure to slow down as you get close and park in the small lot nearby. The outdoor seating is to be expanded and it’s a great space to pick up food or dine in. The chef is very kind and uses the right amount of spice that you wouldn’t expect. The taste is authentic and feels like your mom just wok’d it out. Don’t be fooled by the lack of ‘red’ cause the spice is definitely there!

If there's better Thai food in Portland I have yet to find it. I drove by this place for years never giving it a thought, it just doesn't look like much from the outside and most people traveling Marine Drive are usually going somewhere and not looking to eat along the way. But then I noticed the reviews the place was getting and decided to give it a try. Their Pad Thai is hands-down the best Pad Thai I've had anywhere in Portland. Their Pineapple Fried Rice is the best fried rice I've ever had. Ever... it's that good. I also want to address the one-star review that was complaining about the serving size of the broccoli beef. My teenage son ordered that, there was so much there that he couldn't finish it all (and he has a teenager appetite). Not pictured in that review is the carton of steamed rice that is included with the dish. There was enough food to feed two people. So next time you're driving down Marine Drive take the time to stop here. You won't be disappointed!

The awesome team at Al’s did an amazing job hosting our group for a big family gathering! This isn’t a big place, but they stretched themselves to make our 15 person group happy. Great food and willingness to take us on very short notice! If I’m back in Portland I will find my way here, and would recommend this place to any local. Thanks so much again!!