The Smiling Elephant

This place is really good. I can see why they've won awards for their food! The atmosphere is warm and inviting with the wood interior and pictures of customers on the walls. We started off with the pork and bamboo bao. It is one bun and comes with a ginger sauce. The meat on the inside is very well seasoned with herbs. I got the Smiling elephant signature pad Thai. Don't let the green bean noodles throw you off. They taste really good and not like green beans. The meat was grilled nicely and everything was seasoned great. Plus, the portions are pretty big. My boyfriend got the Gai Yang. The menu here had a lot of dishes we've never seen at a Thai restaurant before and this was one of them....

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I ordered the green bean noodles pad thai, rather than the rice noodles. This was on recommendation of the staff. The meal was fantastic. As good as any Thai restaurant I have been to. Spicy for some: Be sure to order the level you like. I had 3; range is 0 to 5. The chicken is tenderloins and the taste/texture reflects that. Portion was LARGE! One can tell this is authentic from the food, and the owners/staff. This is a fsmily-run establishment. Dainty place with decor that makes one feel they are in Thailand.

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This is one of our favorite places to eat in the neighborhood. The food is consistently delicious, and the staff has always been welcoming no matter how busy they are. These are just a couple of reasons this place has been a local staple for many years. We will be back soon!

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My daughter and I had the pleasure of dining at this restaurant. Not only was the staff friendly, helpful, and attentive, but the owner checked in on each table. We lived in northern Thailand, so we know the food, and this is by far the best we've had in the States! Réservez une table maintenant

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First time ordering, and I doubt I will again. The rice is nicely cooked but the chicken...doesn't really taste like chicken. It's bland and chewy! And the tomatoes... definitely not fresh. If people are to pay $20 for a fried rice, shouldn't it be worth it?

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The flavors were amazing! Service was impeccable. Loved the decorations, like bringing the east to the west. The restaurant was also adorned with many awards that are much deserved. Best Thai I have had ever! Don't forget to ring the gong on the way out!

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Smiling elephant is always a solid pick for me, especially during lunch! Their mango sticky rice is to die for, as well as their signature mung bean noodles. Overall, if you want a solid meal with great attentive service, give smiling elephant a try :

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Food is excellent but extremely overpriced. Go to Bangkokville where your Thai lunch will be just as delicious, more reasonably priced and comes with soup and fried spring roll. Réservez une table maintenant

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Overall I enjoyed my meal. The flavor was good and the seasoning was on point. The atmosphere is homey and the staff are attentive and kind.

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This place is the BEST Thai in Nashville. Nicest people, best food, super fast service. Huge portions too!

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