Welcome to Ta Ra Rin Thai Cuisine
Ta Ra Rin Thai Cuisine is a vibrant restaurant located in Eugene, OR, offering a diverse menu of traditional Thai dishes. From appetizers like the crispy Pots Of Gold and flavorful Lemongrass Hot Wings to soups like the spicy Tom Yum and creamy Tom Kha, every dish is packed with authentic Thai flavors. Their refreshing salads, like the House Salad and Green Papaya Salad, are a must-try for a burst of freshness. The restaurant prides itself on offering vegan and limited vegetarian options, making it a great spot for all dietary preferences. With friendly service and a cozy ambiance, Ta Ra Rin Thai Cuisine is a top choice for a delicious Thai dining experience.
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1200 Oak St Eugene, OR 974011200 Oak St Eugene, OR 97401 Hotline: (541) 343-1230
Welcome to Ta Ra Rin Thai Cuisine, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Eugene, Oregon. Located at 1200 Oak St, this Thai restaurant has become a favorite for locals in search of authentic flavors and a cozy dining experience. With a reputation for offering well-balanced dishes and exceptional service, Ta Ra Rin invites you to explore its diverse menu that showcases the vibrant tastes of Thai cuisine.
Stepping into Ta Ra Rin, you're greeted with an upscale yet relaxed atmosphere. The ambiance strikes a perfect balance between modern elegance and traditional Thai warmth, making it ideal for both intimate dinners and family outings. The comfortable booths and varied seating arrangements enhance the dining experience, ensuring every guest feels at home.
One of the standout highlights on the menu is the Thai Teriyaki Chicken. Grilled to perfection, its marinated tender chicken shines when paired with fresh steamed cabbage, carrots, and broccoli. This dish is elevated with a side of housemade teriyaki sauce that is a delightful complement. For those who crave a heartier option, the Nuah Yang, featuring sliced grilled top sirloin steak marinated in a homemade sauce, is not to be missed. It’s served with a spicy Thai-style chili, balancing spice and savory with every bite.
Salad lovers will adore the Shrimp Papaya Salad, made with shredded raw papaya and tossed with shrimp, peanuts, and chili in a zesty lime juice dressing. Another crowd-pleaser, the Silver Noodle Salad, can be customized with your choice of ground chicken or pork, delivering a fresh and spicy twist through vermicelli noodles.
Of course, no Thai meal would be complete without soup. The Tom Yum offers a tantalizing experience with its signature spicy and sour flavor profile, featuring kaffir leaves, galangal root, and lemongrass. For seafood enthusiasts, the Tom Yum Talay brings together an ocean's bounty of shrimp, squid, and scallops, simmered to perfection.
Customers rave about Ta Ra Rin’s service, noting the friendly staff and attentive care. Reviews highlight personalized spice levels and appetizers generously shared family-style, which seem to enhance the sense of community that this restaurant fosters. While some guests critique certain flavors as less than authentic, many appreciate the overall quality and presentation of the dishes.
Whether you’re seeking a lively dinner with friends or a quiet evening tucked away in a booth, Ta Ra Rin Thai Cuisine promises a delightful culinary journey through Thailand's rich flavors. Stop by or call them at (541) 343-1230 to experience the best Thai cuisine in Eugene—your taste buds will thank you!
All excellent and spice levels as requested. Excellent service. Great Thai in Eugene. Nice atmosphere too! Private style seating.
Pad Tai with mild spice was very good. We ordered 3 entrees and did a family style which was the way to go. About $20 per entree but we brought home leftovers. Our server Sirirat was so nice and friendly. Nice comfortable booths and lots of options for seating.
First timers. We loved it. Definitely recommend the Draculas nightmare. We'll be back
Ta Ra Rin is upscale atmosphere with fancy cocktails, acceptable Thai food and moderate prices. There are cheaper and more authentic Thai places (Little Elephant comes to mind) but this is a nice place to relax, have a fancy drink and a fairly large portion of Thai food. We had the Thai green curry which was tasty enough but a bit heavy on the green pepper which is somewhat off spec for the dish. Grilled beef salad had a generous portion of medium rare and a fair amount of fish sauce. I think it was $18. Not sure how Thai the salad was otherwise - just chopped lettuce. Overall, a decent option and better than most of the Thai places in Eugene or Springfield but at least one star short of authentic flavors.
Great atmosphere and great presentation, however the food wasn't a 5 star quality. The food was good, but there vegetables in there soup isn't the soft melt in your mouth texture that they should be. However if you're in town, come by!
My friend and I were craving Asian food in the area and ended with Thai since we couldn't find much that interest us in the surrounding area. Parking lot is a little strange based on the GPS, since I was going into a few parking lots until I got to their parking lot, but I guess just follow your GPS here and you won't get lost. I didn't get to see much of the inside, but the seats / booths reminds me of like American diner, from the server desk to a few booths down because we got seated near the entrance. But pretty decent Thai food, standard to most places, the portion I thought was pretty big so we ended up with leftovers. We got the green curry with beef, spice level 5 and it had a nice kick to it, wasn't spicy My friend got the pad kee mao mild then asked for chili sauce to put in after so that helped enhance the flavour for her. Our server was very attentive, and nice, she came to us a few times asking if we were okay, etc. Overall, if you're craving Thai and in the area, I think it's good a good spot!
So first off, I honestly thought I'd already written a review for this place, and now I'm a little sad I hadn't. It is by far my favorite Thai restaurant in the area. I rarely get to go because the price is slightly above my grab just because I'm hungry price range, but for the nice little atmosphere and the decent portions I make an exception from time to time. I love their signature drinks, and usually the service is on point. This last time... it was so bad we didn't tip. I am an avid tipper, and I can't see paying extra because someone wrote down our order and delivered our food and we never saw them again. For three entrees, two drinks and an appetizer for only two people, you'd think we could get water refills or asked if the food was okay or asked if we wanted another beverage. We even had to wait forever for the bill but wow! They were sure on it once they had payment! But I won't dock a star for that because I've had many good experiences here and I'd like to believe this is a glitch, not the norm. I love the food! I love bringing in people who have never been in to eat the food! The flavor profile is high, if you want it spicy it'll melt your face, and I always go home with leftovers. Is it authentic? No clue, all I know is that the meat is always cooked to perfection, nothing is bland, and if I want a pretty drink, I sure get to have a pretty drink. It's always clean, and they hire the sweetest hosts. It's the opposite of pretentious, you can dress up or down, and if you like who you're sitting with, it's easy to have a conversation while you wait a little for your food. It's not an over long wait so much as it's not fast food, and I appreciate some nice assembly and some time to enjoy it without feeling rushed. Take out is also a great option when you don't feel good and someone who loves you is willing to pick some up. Parking can fill up but turnaround is great and we've never had a problem finding a space.
Delicious food and wonderful service! We were so glad we stopped in on our way south! I would highly recommend this Thai spot if you're in Eugene!
My wife and I started coming here when for our first date and we have become regular patrons thanks in part to their excellent food and hospitable service and modern ambiance. I highly recommend the Pad See Ew, the Pineapple Curry, and the lemongrass chicken wings. They even allow dogs on their outdoor patio areas which is lovely.