Thai

Child Friendly, Dinner, Happy Hour, Lunch, Reservations, Takeout

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At this Wallingford staple, many merely pop in for takeout, and that’s a shame, since its building is integral to its charm. The two-story peaked facade, adorned with swirling metals and neon, gives way to a warm, transportive interior: teak panels, gold petals blooming from pillars. On the menu, stick to the mains (apps mostly undergo a deep fryer’s averaging), where you’ll find dishes typical of U.S. Thai, with the care nudged up. Pad thai, a standout here, even gets a tableside assembly.