Thai Esan Restaurant
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From the bustling lunch buffet to casual evening dining complete with a favorite beverage, Thai Esan Restaurant of Spring Lake is THE choice for authentic Thai food in the Fayetteville, Fort Bragg and Pope Field, North Carolina area.

Thai-Esan owner, Pennapa Hinnant, personally prepares each dish, ensuring every item from her kitchen is seasoned to individual taste and reflects the unique flavors found in the Esan (or Northeastern) region of Thailand.Thai-Esan features a friendly staff, televisions set to your favorite channels and a comfortable, full-service bar - all ready for you, your family, or your large group to experience.
Reviews (10)
Khoa Do
Khoa Do
Jan 03, 2022
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I barely write google reviews, but this time I must. We rushed for a place to eat after visiting Fort Bragg and found this gem. The place was very delightful and the service was beyond expected. They would make sure that you knew you were getting if you were a first timer or new to Thai cuisine. The food was terrific. We ordered a quite lot of food and did not expect each portion to be kind of big. This would be a perfect place for family dining. From my experience, this is what we would call “authentic [Thai] food. From the texture, the taste, and the time taken to get the food ready, we were
Adam Shilling
Adam Shilling
Dec 17, 2021
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I was staying at the hotel next door, and walked over for dinner. The place was delightful! Wonderful, friendly service and generous portions made my evening... and made tomorrow's lunch, too! I rushed back to my room to give them a maximum review. I would not hesitate to see them again when I am next in town.
Laura Haygood
Laura Haygood
Nov 30, 2021
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The place is quaint. Older decor. Very nice people. The food portions are huge and the menu options are very high!!! I ordered the mild and to me it could have been spicier. The flavors were decent.
Melanie Judd
Melanie Judd
Oct 25, 2021
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I ordered red curry (mild-medium) and sweet sticky rice with mango for takeout today. I have tried red curry at several Thai restaurants, and am delighted to say that this one is my favorite. I love bamboo shoots and zucchini in my red curry, and Thai-esan delivered deliciously. The sweet sticky rice was also nice. I will definitely order from here again.
Howard Rebecca Jones
Howard Rebecca Jones
Oct 20, 2021
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The food here is pretty good. The prices aren't bad either. The only knock is that it takes an eternity to get your food, so bring an extra bag of patience with you. The people working are pleasant and the setting is relaxed. I would give it a 5 if not for the amount of time we waited for our food.
Vplan
Vplan
Oct 16, 2021
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Cleaning dining environment with warm and friendly service. Delicious Thai food cooked in family style. Big serving portion and rich flavors. Also, owner is a veteran, his wife is the chef.
Patrick Cassidy
Patrick Cassidy
Oct 11, 2021
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I had the thai Pepper Steak dish. Which was fantastic. I the appetizers were amazing & id fully recommend. Portions were perfect! Our table was seated quickly & service was quick. A note about the tasty Thai tea was that they had a free single refill! Which I've never been offered before. I highly enjoyed the Thai tea. The young waitress was fantastic to talk to & an absolute joy! I really enjoyed my visit to Thai-Esan restaurant!
Our group did dine in & had a wonderful time!
Bobby Saunders
Bobby Saunders
Sep 21, 2021
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The food was as good as I've ever had and the family who owns the restaurant were extremely friendly - very personable.
Tonya Hoglen
Tonya Hoglen
Jul 31, 2021
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My husband and I love the authentic Thai food here! It is made fresh and to order... you choose your level of spiciness... and always piping hot. We love all the dishes, but the chicken or tofu green curry is our favorite. We always have enough for two meals. Whatever you order, I guarantee it will be absolutely perfect. The owners care about their customers and the food they are serving to them.
Xiapherus Sayarath
Xiapherus Sayarath
Oct 12, 2020
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Pretty good and delicious. Reminds me of my mother's cooking. Loved how the owner comes and talked to you. Makes you feel welcome. I would give a 5⭐ if only my sticky rice was not so mushy, but would definitely come again.
I ordered the Nam Tok with sticky rice and green curry with jasmine rice