What a pleasant and serendipitous event. My wife and I were planning to go to First Watch (next door), a restaurant she loves and I tolerate. When we noticed this restaurant she consented to give it a try. Everything was very good or great. We are thrilled to have discovered this gem.

Written May 13, 2024

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Bob_Brandt

San Antonio104 contributions

Excellent dinner with very traditional Thai food

Aug 2019 • none

Had a very enjoyable dinner at Lemongrass with my wife. The restaurant was recommended by a friend. The food was very tasty, and traditional. We started with Tom Yum soup in a hot pot, along with pork Larb. Both were excellent, especially the Larb. It was really good. We followed that with two entrees. I had the green curry, and my wife had the drunken noodles. The server was careful to manage the spice level to our liking and it was just right. The chicken in our dishes was sliced very thinly and was extremely good. Both dishes were great. The service was good, our waiter was a bit overloaded but did a great job. This will be our go to Thai restaurant here in San Antonio. Looking forward to our next visit already. Lunch looks like a great option as well.

Written August 7, 2019

jetgirltx

32 contributions

Best Curry Dishes & Friendliest Service

Jun 2019 • couples

This family runs the friendliest and best Thai restaurant I have ever visited. My family and friends eat lunch and dinner here. We like very many of the lunch specials and house specialties. They are all uniquely flavored. My favorite is their Chicken Green Curry with brown rice. Truly the best curry dish I have eaten in over 12 Thai restaurants in San Antonio, Dallas, California, Washington, Vancouver plus two different Thai restaurants with Micheline Stars in Las Vegas & New York City. The atmosphere is pretty and clean with very pleasant,helpful & efficient service. Bring your wine or beer.

Written June 8, 2019

martycrna

San Antonio269 contributions

Excellent food and service

Apr 2019 • couples

We love coming here! Excellent lunch menu selection. Always fast friendly service. One of our favorite places.

Written April 20, 2019

Newshill

Houston20 contributions

Excellent food at fair prices.

Mar 2019 • family

I ate lunch at this restaurant. Excellent food, your choice of 'hot', friendly waitress and good service.

Written March 4, 2019

fencepost

543 contributions

My sister in law thinks its great

Dec 2018 • family

Walked in and had no problem getting a seat on a Saturday night. My sister in law loves their hot and sour soup so I decided to give it a try. I ordered the eggroll appetizer. They were brought out freshly cooked and were very good. I also ordered a cup of wonton soup. While it was tasty, it appeared very oily thus making it a little unappetizing. I also wanted to try something different. I asked about the Mee Krob. The waiter said it was good and not a very large appetizer so I went with that. He brought out a large plate of vermicelli noodles with just a little bit of chicken and two shrimp. I ate out what chicken I could find plus the two shrimp. Was not what I expected. The wait staff was pleasant but when regulars came in, they tended to neglect other guests. All in all, I found it an average eating experience and don't plan to come back to this restaurant.

Written December 23, 2018

DOMINARJVC

Saint Louis180 contributions

Wanted it to be great...

Jan 2018 • solo

I always crave any kind of Asian duck soup and did my research on recommendations for the best in any town I visit. Theirs looked good so hopes were high. You get a big bowl with choice of rice or egg noodle, I opted for the rice which unfortunately was a solid mass covering the bottom of the bowl. The broth was savory but as a “4” heat level was still incredibly spicy which is perfect, but tonight I didn’t want the heat. The duck itself was a leg portion that had been quickly deep fried then sliced for the soup, it again was just OK. Also had a big bowl of edamame, this is a very shareable portion and ordered the fried calamari app that was very disappointing...it was small slices of squid body(not rings) that was in a very heavy batter similar to a fish & chips texture...all greasy batter and a tiny bite of squid. Big menu, popular with locals, would give be another shot but next time order more standard dishes.

Written January 28, 2018

Gary G

Leon Valley1 contribution

A Gem!

Dec 2017 • couples

Excellent service. Great Thai food. Loved the Pad Woon Sen! The red curry my spouse ordered was also tasty.

Written December 18, 2017

peterpasquier

87 contributions

Hidden Gem

Oct 2017 • solo

OK, three puzzling things: I was given a knife (never in 30+ years eating a Thai have I seen a knife), I asked for "Thai hot" and subsequently had to pick "10", and I asked for basmati rice and had to clarify as "white" rice. Now, that said, the Fresh Rolls were very good. Peanut sauce was one of the best I've eaten. Ordered Green Curry with tofu at the top of the spice scale, and it was delicious. Hot, yes, but exquisitely flavorful. The tofu was generous, the eggplant perfectly cooked. If I had to search for any flaw, I personally prefer more basil. I will be back again this week to try the coconut milk-less Wild Curry (a house special). Great service rounded out a spot-on meal 👍

Written October 17, 2017

608suchadam

22 contributions

Best Thai Food in Town

Jul 2017 • family

You must try Lemongrass for good Thai foods..I am from Thailand and have tried many in San Antonio and this is the first restaurant that actually did not smothered their foods in sugar.I know it's to please the American palates. and that is why I go to Lemongrass now.....This place is family owned and believe me when you go there you will love the food and they make you feel welcome. I cannot tell you how truly impressed I was and still am to this day. I know everyone has different taste and I am very particular with oriental foods, especially Thai food. Give it a try you will love it too.

Written September 7, 2017

Sarah_Nike

San Antonio57 contributions

Good food and service

Jan 2017 • couples

The food was good. I had curry and my husband had a Thai ginger dish. I got level 6 for spice and it was fine, I could have gone to 7 easily. My husband got level 7 and could have gone spicier. So if you like spicy, go for level 7 or above. Good service, clean restaurant. Wine and beer, no liquor.

Written January 6, 2017

Ronald Mexico

33 contributions

Excellent authentic thai

Jul 2016 • family

Excellent curries and great drunken noodles. Hot and and sour soup and roast Duck were both best Ive ever had; very fresh not as thick or greasy as most places. Lunch specials even on weekend very affordable.

Written July 31, 2016

Jane H

San Antonio31 contributions

Everybody was happy

Jun 2016 • friends

The curry, dumplings, soup and pad thai were all fabulous. I did not ask my friend about her wine, but who really cares? The point is to get great Thai flavor and hopefully satisfying service. They delivered on all counts. One extra bonus: not noisy.

Written June 2, 2016

Chuck's Travels

Mobile485 contributions

Very good

May 2016 • solo

Super friendly people. Food was great, value was great. Had lunch here 3 times and was very pleased. The price was good and the food was awesome. I would recommend this place to anyone. It was clean, affordable and good food.

Written May 21, 2016

vbintx

San Antonio150 contributions

Love this place

Mar 2016 • couples

This is a very nice Thai restaurant with only the best ingredients in their food and all dishes are presented with style. It's a great place just for lunch or dinner but also for a special occasion. They have delicious shrimp dishes and their Thai fried rice is the best!

Written March 31, 2016

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