Saeng Thai House 921 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04102

"This was world- altering Thai cuisine for me. I am not at all an expert, and I've always had a hit or miss relationship with Thai food, but this was by far the best Thai I have ever had. I'd even say it was one of the best casual meals I have had in this country. Do not miss this place. I had the Chicken Sate and Special Basil Pad Thai with duck. The chicken was a wonderfully sweet coconut curry. I am generally one to stay away from peanut sauces but this one was so well balanced that I would put it on just about anything I can think of, including pancakes. The duck was perfect, and in surprising quantity. The sauce was nicely spicy without hurting, I asked for the upper low end of spice, I believe. I'd go up one or two notches next time but it's always good to start carefully. The best part of this dish were the bites with a basil leaf. Aromatic with a little bite."

"Fantastic food and super friendly staff, while it might be too long for a take out order on a regular Friday night (1 hr). I am still enjoying this Thai restaurant."

"Fantastic cuisine, and friendly service! I cannot wait to go back to try more of their menu. Being a pretty big fan of Thai food, I've been most places in Portland. Saeng rates at the top. Basil pad Thai was delicious, and the drunken noodles were absolutely perfect."

"This place was amazing!! We stayed at The Inn at St. John, just a block away, and were told to check out this restaurant. After a big day of exploring, this was the perfect meal! Staff is so friendly. A lot of people came in for take-out. Loved the wontons and crispy pad Thai with duck!"

"Small restaurant, very good food with generous portions, fair prices. Got the Tom yum soup, papaya salad, pad Thai, special pad Thai with basil, and drunken noodles. We customized the level of spiciness for each dish. Everything was excellent, although the pad Thai was on the sweeter side. The inside is nicely decorated and the ambiance was pleasant."