THAILAND -- what comes to your mind when thinking about THAILAND? Is it the temple, the local market, the crazy nightlife, or the Thai smile?!
For me, it is PLAIN SIMPLE: THAI STREET FOOD! Just the ordinary comfort food next to the street - the smell of curries, the colourful dishes with perfect spices, and the wok skill of local vendors.
THAM.MA.DA, a Thai word used to describe something ordinary or simple, is a casual dining cuisine serving ordinary but authentic Thai street dishes. As well as Thai inspired drinks that will bring the “ordinary but extraordinary” vibes, the “same same, but different” food on the plate for you to EXPERIENCE.
Thammada stands out with a warm, intimate dining room, a menu full of fresh, well seasoned Thai dishes, and a friendly, attentive staff that makes the experience feel effortless. Across many visits, dishes like pad Thai, pad see ew, curries, satay and papaya salads are praised for balanced flavors, quality ingredients, and vibrant aromatics, while drinks and desserts add to the enjoyable vibe. The setting is described as cozy and charming, ideal for dates or casual meals with friends, and many highlight reasonable prices given the quality, with a few noting some variability in portion size or pacing. Overall, Thammada delivers authentic Thai flavors, thoughtful service, and a welcoming atmosphere that leaves guests eager to return.
Bangkok Iced Tea (mocktail) - 10/10
I had the mocktail version & it was amazing-like an iced tea mixed with a mojito, which are two of my favourite drinks. The flavour was a 10/10. There was a bit too much ice, so it felt like I didn't get much actual drink, & it wasn't the most visually appealing, but don't let that stop you from ordering it.
Never Ending Summer - 3/10
This drink mostly just tasted like alcohol with little to no flavour. It was honestly not enjoyable-more like alcohol mixed with water. It looked nice, but the taste didn't match. My friend only finished it because she paid for it.
Choo Chee Goong - 9/10
This dish was delicious. I have a low spice tolerance, & while it was quite spicy for me, it wasn't overpowering-I could still taste all the flavours. I personally would have preferred it a bit less spicy, but that's just my preference. I would still definitely recommend it.
Shrimp Pad Thai - 8/10
Very tasty overall. It only came with four shrimp, so I do wish there were a few more, but they were cooked perfectly. I don't usually like when shrimp tastes overly'fishy,' but this was done really well. I forgot to ask for no egg (since I don't like it), but aside from that, I enjoyed it. I do wish the menu had more vegetable options-adding something like broccoli to the pad thai would make it even better.
Menu
I was a bit disappointed that the online menu didn't match the in-person menu, as some items I wanted to try weren't available.
Overall Food & Atmosphere
The food is definitely good, & the ambiance is cute, chill, & enjoyable.
Service
The service was a bit disappointing. We waited about 15 minutes at the beginning before anyone checked on us, & about an hour for our food-even though we arrived right at opening & were the first to order. Other tables that ordered after us received the same dishes before we did ours. We almost felt a little ignored even
There were also delays with smaller things: empty water glasses for 5-10 minutes, plates not cleared for around 10-20 minutes, & a long wait (over 10 minutes) for chopsticks after our food arrived-I had to remind the server, he had brought them to the wrong table.
While the server was kind & gave a great drink recommendation, he seemed a bit overwhelmed or scattered, especially considering the restaurant wasn't very busy. Overall, the service could have been more attentive & organized.
Seriously the best Thai restaurant in town. Everything on their menu is delicious & authentic. We especially love their Khao Soi & Pad Thai. It's our go-to spot when we crave Thai food.
Très belle expérience, les plats étaient goûteux, le service était agréable. Seul point négatif, il manquait de protéines dans les plats (3 crevettes pad thai & +/- un haut de cuisse pad sew) c'est léger. Outre cela, tout était super!
Just had the most unreal dining experience at Thamada, & wow… this place is pure magic. From the moment you walk in, you're wrapped in the scent of lemongrass, chili, & all the warm, inviting vibes you'd hope for. 🌿🔥
The food? Next level. The Pad Kra Pao had that perfect holy basil kick with a fried egg so golden it deserves its own spotlight. 🍳 The Tom Yum Goong was bright, tangy, & soul-warming. It felt like a hug in a bowl. & don't even get me started on the Massaman Curry… velvety, rich, & melt-in-your-mouth tender. Pure comfort with a touch of elegance. 5 stars ong no cap.
Drinks are just as dreamy, a lemongrass spritzer that refreshes like a breeze in Bangkok, & Thai iced tea so smooth it's basically dessert in a glass.
& the server was the most professional man I've seen. Kind, great, & he could do tricks whilst preparing the drinks that I've never seen before. It's as if Dionysus the god of alcohol himself possessed the man.
Don't listen to the Nirvana reviewer, he lied in his review & doesn't know what he's talking about. I recommend Thammada for any fan of Thai food!
The very small spring roll pictured here was below average in terms of quality. The appetizer called'Poh Pia Tord' on the menu consists of 3 of these small spring rolls with an almost empty sauce container, & is sold at a ridiculous 16.95$ + tax price!!
The Pad Thai was very good though.
Overall this is a decent enough Thai place but too expensive for what it is, & there are some extremely overpriced items on the menu, which leave a sour taste in the mouth of those who fall into the trap (no other word to describe these spring rolls other than that it's a TRAP)…
Great welcoming experiemce with our host to set us up at a larger table becuase we have tendency to overorder. The food was authentic as it gets in montreal. U can taste the fire in the padsew & pad thai!!
We are huge fans of Thai cuisine & were excited to try this restaurant. Atmosphere was local & welcoming, but service was friendly but awkward... Food was disappointing. Papaya salad & Pad Thai lacked flavor. The curries were too oily. Not going back.
Le serveur était très sympathique & a répondu à toutes nos questions. Les plats que nous avons pris (en entrée, le poulet frit, & les sachets d'argent, en plats principaux: un pad thai & un pad see ew) étaient tous délicieux, ainsi que le cocktail (Lost in Thailand). Nous sommes très satisfaites. Merci!
Les cocktails sont excellents. Contrairement à beaucoup de restos, on retrouve le goût des alcools très bien balancés. Nous avons pris le plateau d'entrée avec une belle variété. C'était succulent. Je vous le suggère si vous voulez goûter à plusieurs entrées. Nous étions trois & avons eu une portion de chaque entrée. Gourmande que l'on est on a ajouté des huîtres avec une mignonnette au goût de la Thaïlande. Naturellement nous avons pris le pad thaï qui était bon mais un peu tiède. Seul bémol. Quelques autres plats dont malheureusement je n'ai pas retenu le nom, mais tout était bon. Un service impeccable. On est venus nous voir régulièrement pour voir si nous étions satisfaits. Bref, les saveurs de la Thaïlande sont au rendez-vous.
Jun 25, 2024
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Dear Steven & Dom, Tonight was amazing. The food came super quick & was so tasty!!! We got the pad sew, Tom yum soup, pad Thai, peanut dumplings, mango sticky rice & the crepe! Such a great vibe, service was so friendly. We will definetly be coming back!! Love Dalia, Maxine & Arielle's x2
Thammada's Pad Thai was delicious & the cocktails were good. The atmosphere was a bit too cozy for my liking though as neighbouring tables were too close to ours. But overall a good bet for Thai food lovers.
The restaurant is a cozy place perfect for a date or small group. We were a group of 5 & they accommodated us very well. There was also another group of around 8 people. We started with cocktails, they we absolutely delicious. The entrées were perfect to share. They accommodated very well for my vegetarian friend & for my friend with a severe nut allergy. I had the pad thai & tried the pad sew. Both were absolutely delicious. The prices are a bit steep, but nothing crazy considering inflation. The portions will definitely fill you up. I will honestly be coming back for the pad thai. My friends asked for a birthday dessert for me & the dessert was absolutely perfect. Service wait time was very reasonable. Had a very good experience.
Unfortunatly the pad thai was too mushy & sticky ( have been at the restaurant several times & usually is not like this). Additionally was served cold :(
Belle endroit à connaître . Cuisine très bien travailler . Salade de papaye , rouleaux , pad thai, pad see très bon . Drink happy hour intéressant . On y retourne ? Oui
