Thai Chef Jr.

Thai Chef Jr. is such a hidden gem. This family-run spot blends innovative Thai dishes with true traditional flavors, and you can really taste the difference. They stay committed to authentic techniques — even cutting their noodles fresh in-house — and some of their recipes are over 50 years old. Everything is homemade, from the sauces to the crispy toppings, and the quality truly stands out. They’re also the only place in New Jersey serving Cheesy Pad Thai, which is an absolute must-order. I got mine with their house-made crispy pork belly and it was unreal — rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. They offer all the classic protein options, plus elevated upgrades like the Ribeye Pad See Ew. It’s already a Thai favorite, but the juicy ribeye takes it to another level. If you’re in the

Made it my goal this year to try new cuisines including Thai! Saw the reviews on Google and all the praise on social media and decided to give Thai Chef Jr. a try, and boy…. IT WAS DELICIOUS!! Everything we had was full of flavor! We got the chicken skewers, chicken massaman, thai chili shrimp, salt & pepper pork belly, thai salad, and thai teas. The skewers were less than $1 each, the massaman was perfectly balanced and saucy, the shrimp was crunchy and sticky, everything was amazing! It’s a small place, mostly takeout but can’t wait for them to hopefully expand to allow for more dine-in services. Safe to say we found our Thai food spot, will definitely be returning!

I had the chef’s dumplings they were perfectly cooked and paired beautifully with the sauce they come with. The Beef Fried Rice was unbelievable the vegetables tasted super fresh and were seasoned perfectly. I asked if they could add a fried egg on top, and they were happy to do it with no hesitation (which made it even better!). We also ordered the Pork Gyozas, and absolutely loved them. Everything we tried was full of flavor, fresh, with great portions. If you’re looking for authentic, clean, and delicious Thai food, this is definitely the spot. Highly recommend!

We had the Shrimp Pad Seew, Crispy Pork Belly with Sweet Chili and the Dumplings which have pork, chicken and Maryland Crab. Excellent first time experience. Everything was flavorful and delicious. Looking forward to exploring more of the menu. Some of the best Thai Ice Tea around. Take out only. Place gets real busy at times.

I recently ordered takeout from this Thai restaurant, and it was fantastic from start to finish. The food was incredibly flavorful—fresh ingredients, bold spices, and perfectly balanced dishes that tasted just as good at home as they would in the restaurant. The staff were just as impressive. They were warm, friendly, and genuinely helpful, making the pickup experience smooth and enjoyable. You can tell they care about their customers and take pride in what they do. If you’re craving great Thai food and want service that makes you feel welcome, this place is an easy recommendation. I’ll definitely be ordering again!