Until the start of Chinatown Dining Week, we’ll be featuring each of the 24 businesses who are participating in this year’s event, running January 18 – 28, 2024. All businesses are offering special deals during this period for $10 and/or $20. Check out all of the menus here.

We sat down with Noi Syhatheb  of Noi Thai, 10724 95 Street.

Why did you decide to open the restaurant?

I used to have a Thai restaurant in Cochrane, AB a few years ago, but we decided we wanted to move back to Edmonton. I had wanted to open up another Thai restaurant – this time in Edmonton, and the opportunity came up two years ago. My sister’s family owns Viphalay, so we took over this location [which used to be Viphalay] and I changed the name to Noi Thai. My wife does the cooking and I am the one at the front, it’s just the two of us right now.

How long has the restaurant been open?

We have been opened for six years now.

What is the style of cuisine served at the restaurant?

We specialize in authentic Thai cuisine.

Orange Cashew Chicken

What makes your restaurant special?

It’s a family run business; my wife makes the food and I am in the front with the customers. We know there are a lot of Thai restaurants in Edmonton, and some are very popular. We are pretty new here, so want people to know about our restaurant and what it has to offer – delicious and authentic Thai food, with friendly service. We also have free parking in front of our restaurant too!

Why do you think people should dine in Chinatown?

Chinatown has a lot of different places that offers so many diverse cuisines. I think that some people might be hesitant to go to Chinatown, but events like Chinatown Dining Week would help showcase what this community has to offer.

Green Curry with Chicken

Do you have any hopes for the future of Edmonton’s Chinatown?

I would like to see more people come out to see Chinatown. Right now, we see a lot of regular customers but it would be really nice to see new diners come in and try our restaurant.

Noi Thai will be offering the following specials during Chinatown Dining Week. They are valid for dine-in or take-out:

• $20 Special: Choice of –
  • Green Curry (blend of spices and aromatics with broccoli, zucchini, green peppers and sugar peas) with small Steamed/Coconut Rice and a small Coconut/Tom Yum Soup
  • Orange Cashew Chicken (strips of chicken sautéed with fresh oranges, cashew nuts, peppers and onions) with small Steamed/Coconut Rice and a small Coconut/Tom Yum Soup
    
    Orders can be made by phone or in-person
    (780) 423-3213
    10724 95 Street
    Tuesday-Friday 11am-2pm and 4-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 4-9pm, closed Monday