By Akeia Dixon
Thai food typically consists of four main tastes; these include sweet, salty, sour and spicy. By tradition, a meal should have all of these taste elements to be considered a complete Thai meal. Cities all over the
United States have a variety of Thai restaurants, including Rochester, N.Y.
The King and I: Cuisine of Thailand
This is an expanded restaurant that serves authentic Thai cuisine. It has an extensive menu for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian foods, and they are offered at reasonable prices. This restaurant was the 2009 winner of Rochester's Choice Awards and was rated a "10" in Democrat and Chronicle. It is open for lunch and dinner and has a private room available for up to 40 people. Most of the dishes have sweet pepper, carrot, fresh mushroom, zucchini and Chinese cabbage; its menu is available online.
The King and I: Cuisine of Thailand
1455 E. Henrietta Road
Rochester, NY 14623
(585) 427-8090
thekingandithaicuisine.com
The Siam Restaurant: Fine Thai Cuisine
This restaurant offers traditional Thai and has three levels featuring views of the Genesee River. It is located in Corn Hill Landing and, in the summer, this restaurant offers outdoor seating. Siam has an intimate, modern setting with Thai artifacts. It is open for lunch and dinner and is now offering a Chinese menu; two of its specialties are King of the Jungle Tiger Shrimp and The Mango Tango.
The Siam Restaurant: Fine Thai Cuisine
280 Exchange Blvd.
Rochester, NY 14608
(585) 232-7426
thesiamrestaurant.com
Esan: Cuisine of Thailand
Esan is a Thailand restaurant located by Berkley Street on Park Avenue. This restaurant serves beer and wine on its main menu and also offers an authentic Thai menu as well as a Thai vegetarian menu to its customers. Esan is open for lunch and dinner and has lunch specials until 3 p.m. It is a member of the Park Avenue Merchants Association.
Esan: Cuisine of Thailand
696 Park Ave.
Rochester, NY 14607
(585) 271-2271
esanparkave.com
About the Author:
Akeia Dixon is a freelance writer who began her professional writing career in 2009 for various websites. She enjoys writing about natural health topics but also loves to research and write about her findings on any subject. She is currently in school studying psychology and sociology.
