Reviews for Chai's Asian Bistro in Raleigh, NC
Overall, the food is good but the service is absolutely abysmal. When the two servers aren't completely ignoring you and... disappearing for 15 minutes at a time, they're doing the bare minimum. I went 10 minutes without a refill and when she finallyshowed up the cup was filled to the rim with barely cool soda and 3 ice cubes. She then disappeared again, never to be seenagain, so that I had to get up and walk back to the kitchen to find the other server and ask her for my check. I might ad therewas one other table when I got there who shortly left and then two others came in after me. Such horrible service for 3 tables,5 people total...& two servers and it was still the worst service I've ever had. Cute restaurant, good food but the serviceearns it a 1-star. Been 4-5 times at lunch hoping it'll get better. It never does and today was the worst. I won't be back. Read more
First of all, this place has definitely improved with new ownership! I loved the sesame chicken - it?s not breaded too heavily... and is white meat chicken! The fried rice definitely could use some work on the flavor but not too bad. Only tip: it would bereally nice to send utensils and soy sauce for delivery/pickup. Excited to try more! Read more
Enjoyed this place very much. The owner is Thai and has selected some very proficient chefs that are dedicated to cuisine from... their respective countries. The food was fresh, clean tasting and served with care. Generous portions and plenty of "check ups"from the wait staff. This is far above the typical "Asian buffet" places spread throughout the U.S. Enjoy the sample trays thatare offered to experience a more traditional taste of each Asian country represented. Read more
Friendly, delicious and my order has always been correct while being ready in time. I have never eaten inside but the interior... is a nicely decorated Asian eatery. The staff from phone calls to in person communication has always been friendly. The sesamechicken is my favorite dish, the chicken is not overly breaded and the portion is generous. Recently I had the shrimp Lo-Meinand the flavor was delightful. The vegetables were lightly cooked and the portion was again, generous. Read more
Had the Calanari, Lemongrass Chicken and the Dragon Fire Sushi roll. All were delicious and we will be back!
So good! We had Crab Rangoon, Sesame Chicken, and Lemongrass Chicken. The chicken was breaded light and crisp. This is a great... spot to dine in or get takeout. The staff members were all friendly and helpful. The owner came out to make sure we were welltaken care of. I will definitely be going back! Read more
I'm originally from Thailand and the Boat Noodle Soup is my favorite. I had a crave for this dish for years, since I moved to NC... a few years ago. Chai's Bistro made my dream come true. Their Boat Noodle Soup tastes very authentic, fragrant, perfect flavor.Also the staff is super nice. I totally recommend this place! Read more
Appetizing presentation on the soups. Not your average Asian restaurant. We?ll be back on our next trip to Raleigh!