Best Thai restaurant in San Jose, CA

Jude B

This place is one of my go-to Thai restaurants. The flavors lean a bit more American-style than super traditional Thai, but it’s honestly perfect for the American palate — bold, flavorful, and super satisfying. You can tell they use high-quality ingredients and the seasoning/spice is on point. My favorites are the ... Pat See Ew with beef, Tom Kha soup, and Pad Kra Pao — all packed with flavor. The papaya salad is fresh with a great kick, and the Pad Thai is amazing. Also they even have fresh coconut water. Everything I’ve tried here has been delicious — highly recommended! Read More

Samantha L

Been here couple times for weekend dinner. Usually packed so waiting can be long. You can get on the waiting list through the web ahead, but you only have like 5mins to be present after they let you know it’s your turn. Food is good; less salty than other thai places. Our fav are green curry, hang lei curry, tom yum ... fried rice, and pok pok thai (like it more than pok pok lao which is saltier). Our young kids like the noodles. Read More

Cisco L

This will be our 2nd time dining at Must Be Thai— overall a solid, family‑friendly meal. The Tom Yum soup was the standout, it was very delicious! It was savory, and aromatic — a perfect starter. The Pad Prik Moo Krob delivered great texture with crispy pork and a spicy‑tangy sauce. The non‑spicy Pad Thai with chicken ... was mild and comforting: noodles were tender, sauce lightly sweet, and the chicken was cooked through — great if you want no heat. Service was friendly and the place felt casual and relaxed. Would recommend for anyone craving reliable Thai classics. Read More

Shaz De Pinto

I finally made it back here after way too long, and honestly, I'm kicking myself for staying away. I'm genuinely baffled as to why this place isn't at the top of every "Best Thai in San Jose area" list. Everything we ordered was vibrant, punchy, and clearly made with care. The dishes are all carefully crafted - none ... of the run-of-the-mill stuff. Same goes for the menu - which sets it apart from other Thai spots in the area. (this was a to-go order - so I can't comment on the vibe in the restaurant) If you're looking for Thai food that hasn't been "watered down" or over-commercialized, this is it. Don't let the middle-of-the-pack rankings fool you--this is a top-tier spot. I won't be waiting this long to come back next time. Read More