Racha Thai Waimea
Experience authentic Thai cuisine with a unique Hawaiian twist. Fresh ingredients, friendly service, and flavorful dishes make Racha Thai a must-visit...
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Racha Thai Waimea
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Must-see attractions
Experience authentic Thai cuisine with a unique Hawaiian twist. Fresh ingredients, friendly service, and flavorful dishes make Racha Thai a must-visit.
Order Freshly Cooked Dishes
Request dishes cooked to order for maximum freshness and flavor. Always eat at your own risk when dining out.
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
To avoid long wait times, consider visiting during non-busy periods.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Thai
Price
Mid-range
Phone
(808) 885-3388
Address
67-1185 Mamalahoa Hwy, Waimea, HI 96743, USA
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Authentic Thai Flavors with a Hawaiian Twist
Experience fresh, flavorful Thai dishes infused with local Hawaiian ingredients. A unique culinary fusion that delights the senses.
Delectable Mango Sticky Rice
A must-try dessert featuring sweet sticky rice, fresh mango, and rich coconut milk sauce. A perfect sweet ending to your meal.
Generous Portions & Friendly Service
Diners praise the large portions and attentive, pleasant staff who make the dining experience even more enjoyable.
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Order Freshly Cooked Dishes
Request dishes cooked to order for maximum freshness and flavor. Always eat at your own risk when dining out.
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
To avoid long wait times, consider visiting during non-busy periods.
Be Mindful of Hygiene
Some reviews mention concerns about food preparation hygiene.
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Order Freshly Cooked Dishes
Request dishes cooked to order for maximum freshness and flavor. Always eat at your own risk when dining out.
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
To avoid long wait times, consider visiting during non-busy periods.
Be Mindful of Hygiene
Some reviews mention concerns about food preparation hygiene.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Racha Thai Waimea offers a mixed bag of experiences, with many praising the fresh, flavorful Thai dishes and generous portions, especially the unique pineapple fried rice and mango sticky rice. However, some diners have expressed concerns about the consistency of flavors, watery sauces, and perceived high prices for the portion sizes. A few reviews also highlighted issues with food preparation hygiene.
"On vacation I found myself eating here three different times because it was so good. Twice I got the eggplant with sticky rice. Absolutely delicious! My wife jokes that I looked like I was getting emotional at my last meal here before our flight."
Ben Huttash
"Inside Parker Ranch Center food court, this restaurant is visually appealing and the young lady who took my order was quite pleasant. I ordered Pad Thai Shrimp, which was ready within 10 minutes. I was pleased that it contained a generous amount of plump, juicy shrimp and the fresh vegetables were perfect. However, the noodle sauce seemed watery and was rather bland. It wasn't the worst pad thai, but it would be better with a thicker sauce and more/better seasoning."
Michelle Porter
"It's fresh food cooked to order. My pineapple fried rice with chicken medium spicy was good.
My sister's pad Thai chicken was good until the next morning when she was sick. Something was bad in her food. I can only speculate it was the noodles. I had chicken in my fried rice, and no problem.
Always eat at your own risk every time you go out."
Charles Athan
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Frequently Asked Questions
Popular dishes include chicken pad Thai, green papaya salad, pineapple fried rice, basil eggplant, and the highly recommended mango sticky rice for dessert.
The menu mentions tofu as an option for many dishes, and their Raw Chocolate Pie is listed as all-vegan. It's best to confirm specific vegan needs with the staff.
Some past reviews have mentioned concerns regarding food preparation hygiene. It's advisable to be observant and communicate any worries to the staff.
Many diners find the portions to be generous and satisfying, though some reviews suggest they can be expensive for the amount served.
Yes, the restaurant emphasizes fresh food cooked to order for maximum flavor. You can often specify spice levels.
To avoid potentially long wait times, it's recommended to visit during off-peak hours.
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Racha Thai Waimea offers a culinary journey to Thailand through its menu of authentic Thai dishes prepared with a Hawaiian twist. Located in Waimea town, this restaurant showcases the bold flavors and aromatic spices of Thai cuisine using locally sourced ingredients. From Pad Thai to green curry, each dish at Racha Thai is crafted with care.
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