Thai Passion
(866) 319-0532
620 Congress Ave
(at E Sixth Street)
Austin,
TX
78701
30.2684
-97.7429
Neighborhood: Downtown
Hours:
Mon-Thu 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-10pm
Fri 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-10:30pm
Sat 5pm-10:30pm
Sun 5pm-10pm
Price:
$
Last updated 6.24.09
What People Are Saying About Thai Passion
The Owner
Thai Passion
Owner
The atmosphere at Thai Passion is truly artful. Owner Gene Kobboon's artistic ability is depicted in every detail, and his very artwork hangs on the walls of the restaurant. His hand carvings give you a warm and inviting feeling as your expectation builds to the moment your meal arrives at the table.
The menu is full of expertly prepared choices. From warm Fisherman's Soup on those cold winter nights, to the cool and fresh spring rolls on those hot summer days, Thai Passion has something for everyone.
Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, come in and treat yourself to a truly Thai experience.
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short
This sunny eatery occupies part of the 1859 Sampson-Henricks building, which is adorned with Thai sculptures and the owner's handmade artwork. The crowd is mainly a mix of students and professionals who work downtown. Menu items include a ginger-infused shrimp stir-fry sauteed with onion, mushroom, celery and basil, spicy pa-nang red curry and pra-ram chicken topped with a smooth peanut sauce. For lunchtime diners, a quick meal can be made from their fresh spring rolls and signature fried rice.
User Reviews
RtotheO
July 01, 2009
Thai passion is located right downtown and is the perfect spot to go after a night hanging out on 6th street, they offer the best thai food in downtown. The prices are a little high but worth it.
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kittenslim
November 18, 2008
I was really looking forward to trying a great Thai restaurant in Austin, unfortunately I went here. The shrimp in my Pad Thai was "off" and the dish was inedible. I never send food back, but this was truly awful. The kitchen staff assured me that this was how the dish was, "supposed to taste." They were nice enough not to charge me for the Pad Thai. Also, the waitress didn't bring silverware or ask if we wanted anything to drink and when we did order drinks we had to do so twice because she forgot. She was very nice, but new. The more experienced hostess was just rude. Very disappointing.
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nickkk
March 09, 2008
This place wasn't nearly as good as the other reviews said. We had the curry and chicken satay. It looked and tasted like something you would buy frozen at costco and heat up in a microwave. And it was around $12 for each plate.
read full reviewThe Details on Thai Passion
What to Drink:
Thai iced tea and Thai iced coffee are served with condensed milk, which makes for an unfamiliar--but delicious--taste experience.
Know Before You Go:
This is a popular restaurant, so you may have to wait a while to be served or get your check.
Where to Sit:
The best seat is on the glassed-in patio, between the limestone-walled restaurant and the One American Center office building, where you can enjoy the sunlight and plants in air-conditioned comfort.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Outdoor Dining, People Watching, Lunch Spot, Group Dining, Cheap Eats
General Info:
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
Message from Thai Passion
- Best of Citysearch 2003 winner
- Located in DT Austin
- Special events
The atmosphere at Thai Passion is truly artful. Owner Gene Kobboon's artistic ability is depicted in every detail, and his very artwork hangs on the walls of the restaurant. His hand carvings give you a warm and inviting feeling as your expectation builds to the moment your meal arrives at the table.
The menu is full of expertly prepared choices. From warm Fisherman's Soup on those cold winter nights, to the cool and fresh spring rolls on those hot summer days, Thai Passion has something for everyone.
Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, come in and treat yourself to a truly Thai experience.
