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Galanga Thai Cuisine

1129 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402-3502
253-272-3393
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Ranked #28 of 394 restaurants in Tacoma
Cuisines: Thai
Good for: Child-friendly
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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Dallas, Texas
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16 reviews 16 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

We arrived with several other groups attending the same convention, but the staff handled a full restaurant with ease. I loved trying some uncommon Thai items that I've tasted at a friend's home, but which aren't commonly found on Thai menus. The food was great and the service very efficient and friendly.

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Toronto, Canada
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45 reviews 45 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2013

A large group visited recently. We sat at a sunken table - a little hard to get in and out of...service was excellent and the food was very good. Reasonably priced for the type of restaurant.

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Tacoma, WA
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5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 December 2012

Seriously. As I understand it, the restaurant is owned by a couple, the woman is Thai. The restaurant is pretty small and is very busy for lunch during the week. Dine in or order take out, the food is perfect every time. I think this has a lot to do with the owners taking such an active role in the... More

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Houston, Texas
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13 reviews 13 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2012

We had dinner at Galanga on the way from Portland to Seattle. After having fantastic Thai food at Portland food carts, we were craving for more Thai food and so we came here. Service was good and the place was clean. However, food is at best average. We had some fried flat noodles which suffer from a common problem with... More

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Richmond, Virginia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 August 2012

Food was brought to the table HOT as it was prepared, so it did not all arrive at once. (We ordered 5 different things.) It was not a concern for us, we were hungry with very hungry children, so they were happy that the food came quickly. The flavors are very distinct for each dish. Service was friendly and very... More

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Senior Contributor
41 reviews 41 reviews
34 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 August 2012 via mobile

Very friendly. Large amounts of food for the price. Had phad thai, spring rolls, and jasmine tea. The spring rolls were generic and a little cold in the middle, but everything else was great! I was very happy with the service and with the way the food turned out.

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Saint Louis, Missouri
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15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 June 2012

I was very lucky to stumble across this restaurant. So close to the building I was working in and great prices overall. The spring rolls were fantastic as was the #14. Can't recall the name but it made my taste buds sing. The Thai iced tea is delicious. Service is sufficient. I have been for both lunch and dinner and... More

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Washington State
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012

Our area is fortunate to have many Asian restaurants including Thai and Vietnamese but Galanga Thai is the absolute best, and I have tried them all! It is run by a Thai woman and her American husband. The food is fresh and perfectly spiced and the presentation is always beautiful. The Swimming Rama is made with fresh spinach instead of... More

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University Place, Washington
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22 reviews 22 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

A friend on my van pool recommended this place. My boyfriend and I went for dinner. The Thai coffee was good, but the food was so-so. I've had better. It could have been the dishes we chose. But each dish ha the same flavor and was drenched in sauce. We might go back to check out there lunch, but probably... More

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Tacoma, Washington
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45 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2012

I have had lunch several times and always been pleased. I have not tried dinner infact, I don't know if they are open for dinner.

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