Thai is a universally beloved cuisine, known for its bold, spicy, and ever-flavoursome fare that never fails to satisfy. And, while there is certainly no shortage of great Thai food in Auckland, we think we may just have discovered one of the city’s best Thai eateries yet.
Me Thai quietly and confidently opened its doors at the end of last year on Franklin Road, and the family-run eatery has since made a name for itself for its exceptional service (always with a smile), low-key and homely dining space, and comprehensive menu.
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With an offering that runs the gamut from classic (the Pad Thai here is without a doubt one of the best in town) to inventive (the Tom Yum Fried Rice is a must-try) and a full spectrum in between, there is no shortage of epic dishes to choose from, no matter your mood or the proclivity of your dining companions.
The starters are great, and we can personally attest to the quality of the light and crisp spring rolls (no soggy, oil-laden rolls in sight), as well as the juicy prawn toast with homemade plum sauce, and the coconut-marinated chicken satay skewers with flavoursome peanut sauce.
On the mains front, it becomes a little more challenging to pick a favourite — so extensive (and delicious) are the options. The fried rices range from classic to pineapple to a green curry iteration, while the stir-fried noodles span everything from traditional Pad Thai to Me Thai’s bespoke ‘Me Thai Noodle’ which is based around cashew and chilli. The Thai curries are amongst the best you’ll find anywhere (the Penang is a must), while, if you’re after something lighter, the salads are as fresh as they come, and the noodle soups are excellent and soul-warming.
The Thai Street Food menu offers up a number of more adventurous dishes, from Thai pork leg on rice to Khua Kling — a yellow curry stir fry with a sunny side up egg, and, when it comes to sides, the coconut rice is an essential addition to any order.
If you’re dining in, you can grab a glass of wine or bottle of beer to wash it all down, or there are a number of Thai-style teas if you’re looking for something a little different.
Ultimately, flavoursome, vibrant, and great quality food is what you’ll find at Me Thai, with excellent service on the side. And really, at the tail end of winter when all we’re really craving is soul-warming takeout, what more could you ask for than that?
