Unchai Thai Restaurant

Loved it!

So this Thai Food was different than the same dishes at many US Thai restaurants. I'm guessing this was more authentic.

We shared 2 dishes:
- Pad Thai with Tofu
- Green Curry with Chicken

We didn't specify a spice level and both dishes had a bit of heat to them. Just about right for us actually.

The Pad Thai had some clear wide noodles. Very good. It also had some green vegetable in it. It was a great dish.

The Green Curry was also very good. It had all kinds of interesting vegetables in it that could not name. Lots of chicken too. Very tasty dish.

If you enjoy spicy foods, this is the place for you! If you can't handle spicy foods too well, then I suggest trying another thai place!!

Heard great reviews about this place and had to come check it out! It was packed here around 6:30PM - tables were all full and there were a handful of people waiting outside as well! It was a 40 min wait for a table, and about 20-30 mins for takeout.

Also found out that the stars '*' on the menu mean the spice level - ranging from one (least spicy) to three stars (most spicy).

We opted for takeout and planned to eat at some of the benches around the area. Got a pad thai with shrimp ($22.50) and a Gang Kua with Chicken ($25.50). Although both of the dishes were single *, I personally found both of them too spicy for me!

Pad thai with shrimp: Enjoyed this a little more but found the spice level really kicking in after ~10 bites, the shrimp was nice and fresh but felt that the dish overall was a little bland other than the spiciness
Gang Kua with chicken: I prefer my curries to be a little sweeter, but this one just tasted like spicy coconut milk with chicken bits in it :(

An unassuming Thai restaurant from the outside when I first walked in - it has the homey feeling of a local mom and pop shop. They have three small tables inside which was quickly filled with people for lunch on a weekend. We got a curry dish along with the moo grob pad Thai. The food was absolutely delicious and I particularly linked their take with the crispy moo grob and the pad Thai. The Thai ice tea was also a good complement to the meal. I highly recommend this place and definitely will be back!

I ordered delivery, and perhaps it was my fault (I had an upset stomach) that I ordered the Pad Thai and roti curry, which probably did not engender love from the kitchen.

The Pad Thai, when it arrived (not supposedly long after if was made) was glued together. I asked for no peanuts, but the it was full of peanuts. It was surprisingly bland too. Luckily, I had some tamarind paste and a few other things to make it less so.

The roti was quite delicious. Truly quite lovely. The curry was not terribly special, but good. A bit more curry would have been nice.

Obviously, I'm sure that if I went there in-person and ordered like I had an iron gut, the food would be phenomenal. But if you have dietary issues that make you choose "safer" options, this might not be the best choice.

I look forward to trying again when I am able to be less fearless in my ordering.

Was looking for boat noodles outside of thailand for soooo long... and they really hit the spot. Taste like thailand streetfood - amazing flavours.
Will have to come back soon and try more

This place is legit. Service was good! Our server seated us immediately and came by several times to check in with us during our stay. She got our food out in a timely manner and was helpful in answering questions on the menu.

The food was fantastic! We order khao soi, chicken wings, crispy pork, pad see ew, and green curry. All were very tasty and seasoned perfectly. Spice was on point.

The only downside would be that this place is in a tiny spot with limited seating. We sat outside in their seating area, but the weather was cool enough to sit and eat. All the cars kept driving by and it was quite noisy to hear others in my party.

This wonderful hole in the wall, from what I understand, is fairly new to Vancouver. It's smaller than the kitchen in your home, and only has 4 tables for two for dine-in.

Evidently, takeout is their primary service.

The menu isn't huge, but there are a lot of unique dishes that I haven't seen on Thai menus at the typical places I've ever been.

The pad Thai was different than pad Thai's I've ever had- but it did have an authentic home-cooked meal feel to it.

The food was tasty, fresh, quality.

The service was friendly and quick. I'm shocked we managed to get a table on a Friday night, given the limited space.

The place was constantly buzzing with takeout and delivery orders, and as soon as a table was vacant it was backfilled.

This spot is an easy 5/5 for its authentic vibe, and super fresh food, prepared right there in front of you.

Favorite Thai food in the city. Very small room, best for takeout rather than waiting on a table. The chicken wings are a MUST!

What a fabulous dinner! Cute sidewalk dining and we had perfect weather to boot. I got the Pad Kee Mao with crab, and my friend got the Pad Ga Pao Moo Grob (which our waiter explained is the most popular and beloved dish in Vietnam), and an order of the Fried Chicken Wings. The wings alone would've made this place 5 stars, but everything was delicious, prepared beautifully and served in less than 10 minutes from the time we ordered. Staff was courteous and friendly and fun. Will definitely come back next time I'm in Vancouver!!

Ok... this place is a hole in the wall with very little seating. If you happen to sit inside, you're also sitting in the kitchen which was an experience on its own. Absolutely loved the food! First time I've had Thai food that is so unique and clearly differentiates from the others that I've had thus far.

Must get: Their wings!!!! Wow. It was so damn good, we ordered 2 more portions the next day. When on vacation, you tend not to eat at the same place twice but this is solid. Their Pak Ki Mao... they used a clear noodle instead of the typical ones. Man... such a game changer. Their fried rice and red curry had unique flavors on its own as well. Love this place!!!

Will definitely visit this place next time I'm in town and I recommend you do the same.