It was late one random evening and I was HANGRY.  In other words, so hungry that if I didn’t eat something soon, I would be angry. Ya’ll would not like me when I’m hangry…

 

Of course, nothing was open that sounded appetizing. I was located in a restaurant abyss, surrounded only by gas stations and a McDonald’s. I was in a foodie nightmare. It also doesn’t help that I am extremely lazy. I wasn’t really feeling the idea of putting on real clothes like a respectable citizen of society, THEN driving a minimum of  twenty minutes just for some grub. Nah, bruh.

So, now I was faced with a dilemma: I could get dressed and get some nosh OR I could remain pantsless and wait until the hangry really sets in and die from lack of food.

Pimp decisions. Pimp decisions….Ah, but wait! There is the internet and all of the wonderful things therein! Thank God for online ordering and delivery.

I admit, I am guilty of perusing the internet in search of something scrumptious to eat that is nearby and has great reviews. Don’t let me find out the place also delivers food to my house. That means I don’t even have to put on real pants…. PLEASE, TAKE MY MONEY!!!

I discovered a restaurant located near me called Pad Thai & Chinese Cuisine. So simple and straight to the point. The name is self-explanatory and doesn’t leave me wondering what’s on the menu. Who cares that the name of their restaurant is incredibly unimaginative?  These guys know how to cook.

I scoured the menu and decided on JUST three things: basil rolls, curry puffs, and drunken noodles.

Let’s start with the basil rolls!

The basil rolls were two huge rolls filled with shrimp, rice noodles, shredded carrots, bean sprouts and lots of basil tucked neatly into rice paper.

I was pleasantly surprised to find that they were NOT deep fried in grease. The basil rolls came chilled and were refreshing. I almost felt healthy eating them, that is, until I generously dipped them in the dark, sweet chili peanut sauce that is served on the side.  They were so delicious but the peanut sauce really added that extra kick!

The drunken noodles were next into the ring.

The entrée consisted of stir-fried flat noodles with bell peppers, cabbage, sweet basil and onions. I added chicken AND beef because I’m really indecisive  it seemed like the right thing to do!

Let’s be clear, my interest was piqued as soon as I read “drunken”. Apparently, the noodles were “drunken” with flavor, not alcohol.  I would have been disappointed in this, but it was pretty delicious so all was forgiven. Misleading nomenclature and all.

Last, but certainly not least, I sampled the curry puffs…

To be perfectly honest, the only reason I even ordered this was because they had run out of crab rangoons. I usually am not a huge fan of foodstuffs forced into pastry-like “pockets” that isn’t a dessert. I ate pepperoni and cheese hot pockets throughout college and I like to think I evolved. I’m “adulting” ,now. Alas, no more half-frozen, half scalding pockets of food for me. No sir!

Or so I thought…..

This was different. This was…new. The curry puff consists of roti skin filled with chicken, potatoes, onions and curry flavored stuffing, then deep fried to a greasy, flaky perfection.

I took one bite of the curry puff and my life was forever changed. It was heaven in my mouth.  I was acutely aware of my eyes rolling to the back of my head and I may or not have been ashamed about it. It was that good!!! The only thing wrong with my new favorite handheld food pocket, is that I only had two… le sigh.

I must have been going hard on my curry puffs, because my pup, Cookiee Bada$$ [yes, that is her real name] came to see what all of the hubbub was about.

Judging me, as usual…

I thoroughly enjoyed my dinner. ESPECIALLY the curry puffs, obviously. Pad Thai go order based strictly off internet reviews and sight unseenI have visited the restaurant a few times since ordering from them and I haven’t been disappointed, yet. Admittedly, the interior of the restaurant is about as fancy as its name, but don’t let the décor discourage you from giving them the good ol’ college try. Nothing spectacular as far as aesthetics but you didn’t come for decor…you came for great food. And they HAVE THAT …CONSISTENTLY. The people that own Pad Thai are nice and the food is delicious! Let me know what you guise think…

Well, its been fun. Before I skedaddle, I would like you to read this hilarious joke:

Santa and Banta, along with some friends agreed to try a Thai Restaurant.
While looking at the menu, Banta noticed Santa looking at the vegetarian section of the menu.
“What would you like Santa?” he asked.
“I’m looking at this Eggplant Spicy dish,” Santa replied.
“Santa, you like meat and potatoes. You won’t like that dish,” Banta said.
“What do you know,” answered Santa, “I`m getting it.”
“Santa, I`m telling you, you are a meat and potatoes kind of guy. You won’t like it!” Banta exclaimed.
“I’m getting it and that is the last word!” says Santa.
A short while later the meals arrive at the table.
Santa looks down and his dish and says to Banta, “Where are my eggs? ”

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