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Thai Grill Spicing Up College Street

Large windows brighten up the front of the long narrow room, giving diners the option of looking out onto bustling College Street or having a more intimate, softly lit dining experience. The decor and faint aroma suggest the same culturally seasoned flair as the extensive menu, which includes curry, satay, seafood, lamb, soups, salads, and an intriguing assortment of desserts. On top of the endless carnivorous and fruit de mer offerings, the only challenge facing a vegetarian would be having too many dishes to choose from. I start with a Mai Thai, because it seems fitting- it's sweet and refreshing as a pre-dinner cocktail, but threatens to interfere with the array of flavour combinations tempting me in the menu descriptions. The House Famous Mango Salad ($7.95) is a generous portion, topped with plump cashews and vibrant greenery. It looks great and tastes even better. The ingredients are all fresh and crunchy, and the dressing compliments the mango while allowing the natural flavours to shine through. Staying true to the Thai theme, I reluctantly ordered the Phad Thai, and was pleasantly surprised. Obviously it is best experienced in a quality restaurant, rather than out of a box from the freezer section of the local Loblaws. The noodles were cooked perfectly, and the fresh sprouts and roasted peanuts offered texture and taste that was both crisp and appealing. It was pretty impressive, especially for under ten bucks, and there was more than enough left over to take home for later. I walked away satisfied, and knew I would order Phad Thai again someday - from a restaurant, not a grocery store.

The Thai Grill
Authentic Thai and Malaysian Cuisine Dine In-Take out-Delivery-Catering-LLBO 430C College St., Just east of Bathurst Open Late 416-961-8424 Karaoke Night Every Friday

Review by Melissa Peters