# New Thai Elephant

**Thai Restaurant** - San Mateo

Google: 4.6/5 (1647 reviews)

## Affordable, Satisfying Thai Food Right in San Mateo

When you want a reliably delicious Thai meal without stretching your budget, New Thai Elephant delivers flavourful curries, comforting classics, and a welcoming space that brings you back again and again.

## Why customers choose us

### Affordable Thai Food Without Compromise
Customers hire New Thai Elephant when they want a satisfying Thai meal that delivers genuine flavour at a price that feels fair. The value proposition is reinforced by inclusive pricing — rice comes with curries at no extra charge — making it a reliable choice for budget-conscious diners.
> "Unbeatable prices for delicious Thai food. Best part is that their curries come with rice and it's not an extra fee."

### Consistent Comfort Food Cravings Satisfied
Regulars return to New Thai Elephant specifically for dependable Thai comfort dishes — particularly the char siu-style pork, larb, and curries — knowing the experience will be consistent visit after visit. This reliability makes it the go-to spot for familiar, satisfying Thai flavours in the area.
> "We've been coming here for years and it's been a consistent experience. Our favorites have been the dishes with char siu style (BBQ) pork, larb, and the curries."

### Effortless Group Dining Experience
New Thai Elephant is an easy choice when customers need a welcoming, well-organised space for groups — with flexible seating, a straightforward menu, and a clean, attractively decorated interior. The low-friction experience from arrival to meal makes it a practical pick for casual gatherings.
> "The place is easy to find, located right on the corner of the street. It's tidy and clean, with plenty of seating—tables for groups of 2 up to 6 people."

## What customers praise

- **Curries served with rice at no extra charge** - "their curries come with rice and it's not an extra fee"
- **Unbeatable value for the price** - "Unbeatable prices for delicious Thai food"
- **Char siu pork, larb, and curries as standout dishes** - "Our favorites have been the dishes with char siu style (BBQ) pork, larb, and the curries"
- **Bear-shaped ice cubes in Thai Iced Tea** - "their bear-shaped ice cubes that come with their Thai Iced Tea"
- **Nicely decorated interior worth photographing** - "Interior is nicely decorated and is the kind of place you'd post to Insta rather than a typical Thai restaurant"
- **Roast Duck Curry as a highlight dish** - "their Roast Duck Curry is by far the best dish, but they have an extensive menu"
- **Budget-friendly pricing** - "Overall, it's budget-friendly"
- **Consistent, years-long reliable experience** - "We've been coming here for years and it's been a consistent experience"

## Highlights

- **Fried Bananas and Ice Cream Worth Saving Room For** - "We also enjoyed the fried bananas and ice cream, but it was more ice cream than banana as we had 4 pieces of fried banana"
- **Convenient Corner Location, Easy to Find** - "The place is easy to find, located right on the corner of the street."
- **Spacious Seating for Groups of Different Sizes** - "It's tidy and clean, with plenty of seating—tables for groups of 2 up to 6 people."
- **Friendly Staff Who Make You Feel Welcome** - "the staff are very friendly"
- **An Extensive Menu with Something for Everyone** - "they have an extensive menu"
- **Thai Comfort Foods Alongside Classic Dishes** - "Solid Thai restaurant with a focus on Thai comfort foods alongside classic Thai dishes."

## Special touches

- **Bear-Shaped Ice Cubes**: A small but memorable detail: the Thai Iced Tea is served with bear-shaped ice cubes, the kind of playful flourish that turns a simple drink into something worth talking about.
- **Rice Included — No Hidden Fees**: Curries come with rice as a matter of course, not as a paid add-on. It's a straightforward gesture that signals the kitchen is thinking about a complete, satisfying meal rather than padding the bill.
- **Generous Dessert Portions**: The fried bananas arrive paired with a notably generous scoop of ice cream — the kind of portion that feels like a little bonus at the end of a meal.
- **A Thank-You for Leaving a Review**: Guests who leave a Google review while dining are offered a complimentary ice cream — a lighthearted way of acknowledging and rewarding the people who take a moment to share their experience.
- **Warm and Friendly Staff**: Multiple guests highlight the friendliness of the team on the floor. Even on busier days, the warmth of the staff leaves a positive impression that carries the overall experience.
- **Thoughtfully Decorated Interior**: The dining room goes beyond the functional — guests describe an interior that feels genuinely considered and visually appealing, the kind of space that makes a meal feel like more of an occasion.
- **Clear, Readable Menu**: The menu is laid out in a way that makes ordering easy and approachable, reducing the friction of navigating an unfamiliar cuisine and letting guests focus on the enjoyment of choosing their meal.
- **Consistent Experience Across Visits**: Long-term regulars note that the quality and character of the restaurant holds steady over years of visits — a quiet form of care that tells guests their loyalty is being honoured each time they return.

## Tips for visitors

- 📍 **Easy corner location**: The restaurant is located right on a street corner, making it straightforward to find.
- 🍚 **Curries include rice**: Rice comes with the curries at no extra charge, so you get a complete meal without hidden add-ons.
- 🦆 **Try the roast duck curry**: Reviewers highlight the Roast Duck Curry as a standout dish worth ordering on your first visit.
- 🧋 **Order Thai Iced Tea**: The Thai Iced Tea comes with bear-shaped ice cubes, making it a fun and memorable drink to try.
- 🍦 **Leave a review on-site**: There is a note at the counter offering free ice cream if you leave a Google review while dining in.
- 🪑 **Seats groups of various sizes**: The restaurant has ample seating with tables accommodating groups of 2 up to 6 people.

## Contact

Website: http://www.newthaielephant.com/
Phone: (650) 431-0888

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