Tiny Thai is probably a local favorite for many people who enjoy Thai cuisine. I have gone to both locations in Winooski and Essex, and had a great experience.
Last night was no exception. If you have never gone, you should take advantage of this rare ethnic delight in Vermont. The service was great. The waiter was attentive and looked like he enjoyed the work as much as helping me out. When you read the menu, take note of the pepper scale next to each dish. The more pepper icons, the more heat your dish will have. I love spice and heat. Thai cuisine is well known for having great control of both.
I ordered a garden salad with ginger dressing and chicken red curry - 2 peppers (medium). I am a fan of ginger dressings... it is a favorite and my typical choice at Asian restaurants unless they have a unique option. The garden salad was fresh but the choices of vegetables was a bit bland - iceberg lettuce, cucumber, carrot, tomatoes. Eating around Vermont, I guess, I have become accustomed and maybe even a bit snobbish about mescalin greens and baby spinach with other local ingredients. The dressing was too salty. The dressing seemed a bit heavy handed with soy sauce so it overpowered the salad. Again, I have been to Tiny Thai before and so this isn't the dish I was really after anyway.
The chicken red curry came in a simple white bowl filled with an plethora vegetables, chicken, and this silky red broth which made it look luxurious. The broth had a beautiful blend of curry heat and coconut milk sweetness which complimented perfectly. The vegetables and chicken were all evenly cooked and freshly crisp. The flavors were refreshing not as a change of pace, but really uplifting.
If you are in Essex (Essex Outlets) or Winooski (on the roundabout), go and have a meal. My son and I had a great meal for under $25. This is a true gem for the Burlington area.
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