UP Thai Canteen

after graduation,  visiting U.P.  almost always surprises me.   of course the feeling of familiarity is  still there but the sight of new buildings and stalls stands out.   What created the most impact on me, aside from not seeing the Isaw stand infront of Ilang-Ilang Residence Hall, was the relocation of the food kiosks along Balara.  The most familiar of which is the UP Thai Canteen.  The spicy seafood viand with beef, chicken and veggie strips is our usual order.  Jaims had fetched me several times when I was still studying there so he too had his share of Thai cravings.

A few weeks back Leng blogged about UP Thai Canteen and that's when I discovered that they opened near our place.  It's called Khao Pad (formerly UP Thai Canteen).  They are now located at Unit 180 Auto Depot, Ortigas Home Depot, Julia Vargas Avenue, Pasig City.  The owner was still there, albeit a little thinner than before.  At the ground floor, there's an area for ordering your dishes and a few stools for those who are probably eating out or dining alone.  Upstairs open up to a more spacious area with two air-conditioned units, a television and several tables and chairs which are definitely far from the atmosphere they had back in Balara.  The Thai touch is very evident with the carvings and other Thai culture icons.



We ordered the  seafood viand (2 bowls), spring rolls and 2 rice for merienda (hahahha!) plus Pepsi.  Service is good and still fast, probably because we are the only ones being served during that time :).    It cost us P245.00.  If I were still a student this may not be okay with the budget but since i'm part of the working class, i'd say, the taste compensates the price.  Jaims declared that this add to our list of comfort food.  Now, finding comfort food will be a lot easier.

Khao pad
706.3528
Unit 180 Auto Depot, Ortigas Home Depot, Julia Vargas Avenue, Pasig City