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5 top options for cheap Thai fare in Oklahoma City

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Published on April 16, 2019
5 top options for cheap Thai fare in Oklahoma CityPhoto: Bistro 38/Yelp

Craving Thai food?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Thai restaurants around Oklahoma City, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to satisfy your cravings.

1. Four J's Diner

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Topping the list is the Four J's Diner. Located at 2920 S. Agnew Ave., the Thai and Laotian restaurant is the highest rated inexpensive spot for Thai eats in Oklahoma City, boasting five stars out of 152 reviews on Yelp. 

The family owned and operated business offers fresh and authentic Thai dishes such as papaya salad, spring rolls with peanut sauce and Tom Kha — a Thai coconut milk soup with galangal lemon grass, kaffir lime leaves and more. (You can check out the full menu here.)

2. Bistro 38

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Next up is Bistro 38, situated at 2903 N.W. 36th, Suite 113. With 4.5 stars out of 133 reviews on Yelp, the modern Thai eatery has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a cheap option. 

On the menu, expect to find authentic Thai offerings with a modern twist — from volcano tofu with Thai chili sauce to Panang salmon with shredded kaffir leaves. (You can view the full menu here.)

3. Thai Kitchen Cafe

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The Central Business District's Thai Kitchen Cafe, located at 327 Dean A McGee Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the inexpensive Thai spot four stars out of 140 reviews. 

This authentic Thai eatery specializes in traditional dishes like samusas (chick peas, potatoes, and onions lightly mixed with curry spice) and stir-fried noodles topped with vegetables and proteins ranging from chicken and pork to tofu and shrimp. (See the full menu here.)

4. Lai Thai

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Lai Thai is another much-loved, budget-friendly go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 36 Yelp reviews. Head over to 7419 N.W. 23rd St. to see for yourself.

Small plate offerings include spring rolls and fried won tons, while entrees range from classic pad Thai noodles and coconut chicken soup to Thai green curry and basil squid.

5. Charm Thai Cuisine

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Last but not least, check out Charm Thai Cuisine, which has earned four stars out of 98 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the Thai spot by heading over to 5805 N.W. 50th St., Suite B.

The owner and executive chef — who passed the Royal Exquisite Thai Culinary School in Thailand — serves up exotic Thai dishes such as pineapple fried rice, crispy duck with house tamarind sauce and jungle curry with bamboo shoots, snow peas, basil leaves and more. (You can view the full menu here.)


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