Suwana's Thai Orchid

Pengfei Shi 6 months ago

First of all, this was an extremely disappointing experience. I genuinely suspect that many of the Google reviews for this restaurant are not authentic. We arrived shortly after opening and were only the second table seated. We finished ordering in less than five minutes, yet after 40 minutes, our food still hadn’t fully arrived. At that point, we decided to pay and leave without hesitation. As for the food that did arrive—it was a complete disaster. The chicken tenders from the kids’ menu were coated in an excessively thick batter, making them almost inedible. Even my child, who is usually not picky at all, struggled to eat them. I ordered their so-called signature dish, the roasted duck curry, and it was shockingly bad. The duck was tough and dry, and the dish looked nothing like the photos. It was overwhelmingly dominated by artificial seasoning, with no balance or authenticity. As someone from Asia, I can confidently say this is the worst Thai food I have ever had in my life. Avoid this place at all costs. Please take this review into serious consideration before deciding to dine here.

Divya Agrawal 8 months ago

What an incredible dining experience at Suwana’s Thai Restaurant in downtown Asheville! The restaurant was very busy when we arrived, but we were lucky to get a table and it was absolutely worth the wait. The place was fully packed, so the service was understandably a bit slow, but that didn’t take away from the overall experience at all. Every single dish we ordered had mind-blowing flavors. The Massaman curry was rich, creamy, and deeply comforting with the perfect balance of spice and sweetness. The drunken noodles were packed with bold, authentic Thai flavors and cooked to perfection. And the highlight of the entire meal was the mango sticky rice — hands down the most amazing one we’ve ever had! The mango was perfectly ripe, the sticky rice was warm and creamy, and the coconut sauce tied it all together beautifully. Despite how busy they were, the food quality was outstanding and well worth the wait. If you’re in downtown Asheville and looking for truly delicious Thai food, Suwana’s is a must-visit. We will definitely be back!

Kasturi Somway 9 months ago

Absolutely out of this world! Authentic Thai cuisine..The Pad Thai and chicken satay were amazing—perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The Khao Soi was exceptional and truly stood out. The staff were extremely friendly, creating a warm and happy atmosphere throughout our visit. We finished with mango sticky rice for dessert, which was delicious and a great way to end the meal. Highly recommend this place for authentic Thai food and great vibes!

Natalie Richman 11 months ago

The food was outstanding and the service was amazing! The mango sticky rice was out of this world incredible. The Pad Thai and the Panang curry were wonderful. The Thai tea was the best I’ve had. Got takeout here for the first time earlier this week, and it was so good my mom and I came back again to dine in. Definitely recommend this place!

Amber a year ago

We visited Susana’s Thai Orchid for dinner and were very impressed! Our server was kind and attentive, making us feel welcome right away. The papaya salad was outstanding—easily one of the best I’ve ever had. I highly recommend trying it! The pineapple curry fried rice was both unique and delicious, offering a great balance of flavors. The Penang curry was rich and flavorful, though I would have liked to see more vegetables in the dish. Overall, I highly recommend stopping by for authentic, flavorful Thai cuisine.