Pusadee’s Garden

I really wanted to love Pusadee’s Garden, especially hearing how it’s often compared to the famous Nicky’s Thai Kitchen (in North Side and downtown). Unfortunately, Pusadee’s did not really do it for me.
Even in the winter time, the outdoor area is lit beautifully. There was only one other table of diners other than us on the Sunday night of our visit, making it incredibly quiet. The restaurant was very dimly lit, almost too dark actually.
The menu was rather small. I didn’t see my favorite soup, Tom Kha, on the menu which was a little disappointing. In place of my usual soup order, we ordered the Garden Rolls. The hubby ordered Pad Thai with chicken and I ordered the See Yew with tofu. The Garden Rolls didn’t seem all too fresh as the outer rice paper wrapper was a bit hard. The rolls were loaded with veggies, which I could taste mostly of spring lettuce mix. I kind of felt that to be a rip off and you also only get one roll (cut in half to give you two pieces) for $ 3. The Pad Thai was ok. The hubby liked that it had a slice of lime for garnish which he hasn’t seen many other places do. However, it lacked the smoky flavor he has gotten from Pad Thai at other restaurants. The See Yew was quite disappointing. The flavoring was good, strong of soy sauce flavor, but I did not like the noodles. I’ve usually had See Yew with really wide, chewy rice noodles. These noodles were not as wide, making the texture different from See Yew at other restaurants. Our food came out very quickly, but my See Yew was not heated through. I’m not sure what shortcut they took or how long it sat prior to getting to our table, but the temperature made it that much more undesirable.
I’m not going to give up on Pusadee’s just yet, as I’d like to try the curries. A trip in the summertime to experience the garden is definitely in the plans.

Best atmosphere in the summer. Great pumpkin curry. Wish they were open for lunch.

I’ll start by saying that our meal was among the best Thai food in Pittsburgh. We started with shrimp tempura and steamed pork dumplings — both of which I could have easily just eaten a whole plate full!
For our entrees, I had the spare ribs; and, my husband had the crispy tilapia. Pusadee’s warns that they are a whole two points higher on the heat scale than comparable restaurants in the area but I’d say my «8» was only slightly spicier than I expected. The black pepper and garlic, soy-​marinated ribs fell off the bones. My husband’s fish was the perfect balance between lightly fried and crispy and delicately spicy as well, with a nice touch of kafir to offset the curry flavors. We both had expertly steamed rice and fresh veggies on the side.
With the Allegheny Wine Mixer and Full Pint Brewing just across the street, I recommend going to Pusadee’s for the food and walking a few feet afterwards for a glass of wine or pint of beer. Otherwise, don’t forget to BYOB.
Overall, the fast service, intimate décor, delicious food, and very reasonable prices were a welcome backdrop for our date night. I definitely plan to go back in the spring/​summer/​fall when I can sit in the outdoor area.

Phenomenal food. Have tried several of their noodle and rice dishes and all have been great. Great for take out also. Will definitely return to this restaurant.

Be sure to make reservations before planning a dinner at this fabulous Thai restaurant.
The pad Thai is the best I’ve ever had in Pittsburgh, and the service is cordial and quick!
The indoor dining room is very loud. When it’s nice outdoors, I recommend the garden.

Had my first experience here last night. I ordered the garden rolls (very fresh tasting, but personally didn’t like them), the curry puffs (which were almost like desert before dinner), and garlic sauce rice with chicken (which was absolutely delicious).
The outside patio area was a dream. I was wishing that I could pack it all up and move it to my own backyard. There was no wait to eat on the weekday, but I can imagine it would be packed over the weekends. Our server was very attentive, as well as several others who came around frequently to refill our drinks.

Love this place, especially the outside dining area its so nice with a lot of follage around and it has some cover. Recommend reservations they get booked outside when weather is nice. My favorite meal is called Street Noodle 1, Its BYOB

Pusadee’s is probably the best Thai restaurant in the city and IMO, I would rank it next to Nicki’s thai kitchen in downtown. We decided to go there on a rainy Saturday evening and we called ahead to make a reservation. The person receiving the phone as well as the person who received and seated us were very courteous .
We started off with the crispy veg rolls, which were delicious. For entrees we had shrimp fried rice, red curry with chicken and kee mao. The waiter did warn us that 3 is a medium spice level (as compared to 5 in other restaurants) So always order a spice level or 2 lower than what you usually have at other places. I ordered a 5 and it was perfect for me.
We would totally come back to Pusadee’s, hopefully someday when it isn’t rainy so we can sit out in their beautiful garden.

What’s not to like? Beautiful garden seating!
Love that is BYOB, so bring along your favorite bottle.
We had a group and were told we had 2 hours to eat before the next group when we made the reservation. That is good that it was communicated, but the group before us was 20 minutes late in leaving. We were taken to a waiting area and asked and received some wine glasses so we could relax.
We shared a few appetizers. The golden bag were interesting, the grilled pork meatballs on a skewer came with some nice sauce to dip, and how can you go wrong with anything tempura so we had the tempura veggies.
I had the Spicy Duck Noodles at level 5, which was just about right. I like spicy food but want to taste the food too. The duck was tender and the noodles and sauce were very good. SWMBO had the pad thai with shrimp that was very good and not as much a fan of spicy chose level 4. I managed to get a bite and the shrimp was good but the spice level was higher than 4 probably closer to 7.
PG has a great garden and good food. Nice place for a relaxing meal.

I have been hearing about Pusadee’s for far too long from a good friend of mine to have not gone. Last night was my chance! It wasn’t a perfect meal but it was the closest thing to it, given the circumstance. It was a Saturday night and insanely busy. We were sat and there was a decent wait to order. The serving assistants were keeping us well hydrated from our bike ride and it was evident how busy they were so we did not mind.
We decided to share food in order to get the most of our experience. To start, we got crispy crab rolls, grilled pork meatballs and tom kar (sometime tom kha) soup. The crab rolls were pretty good although I probably would opt for a spring roll next time. The meatballs were really good and came on sugar cane skewers that added to the entire experience. Our soup was good but we did ask for a spice level 7 and there was no spice I could distinguish. We let our server know and he came back quickly with a new, spicier version that was perfect.
The main even was our shared entrée of kao soi. It is a chicken, noodle and yellow curry dish that was spot on! They certainly did not leave out the spice this time! We devoured our entrée in record time. I would only say that I didn’t see much of the shallots and mustard greens mentioned in the description on the menu. However, I ate it too quickly to be positive that there should have been more. Overall, it was a great experience with a wonderful staff and even better food!

I have to say the out door seating is amazing. It was he perfect temp to sit outside the evening we went and we got a table in the last sunlight if the evening. The garden was just beautiful. The service was great and the food even better. The prices where great and the sizes where what normal people eat. Not bloated plates of food at all. Just the right amount with an app to start. I always enjoy Thai food and this is he place is a great place for some. I will just say what I got. The roasted duck and noodles where really good. Also I asked for spicy and it was just right. A good meal and a really nice day.

BRINGING THE GOOD TIMES DOWN BUTLER STREET! THE REAL STAR IS THE PATIO IN SUMMER!
Hi My Loves!
I’m in love with Lawrenceville right now! Not enough to move my sweet ass down there like some yuppies I know! But I’m happy to explore and spend my dollars down there. I get a sense a real community is being created.
Wondering away from LOLA (Lower Larryville) and farther up Butler Street I found this little gem with such a fabulous patio — how can you not stop there. Seriously, it’s a gardeners dream. A beautiful canopy of vining plants and flowers actually creates a cool shaded patio perfect for dining al fresco!
I went on a really hot day with friends and the patio was actually really comfortable. Thai Iced Tea is a delicious (albeit calorie rich) non alcoholic drink to cool down with.
In a move that is totally unlike me I tried fried tilapia with a spicy thai sauce. On a hot day nonetheless! I dunno I just had a good feeling it would be tasty and I was right!
Servings here are huge — in my opinion!
I would go back on a nice day to sit out on the beautiful patio!
Love you!
Muah

If for no other reason, even if not for dinner, stop by here and have a bottle of wine and some appetizers and enjoy the absolutely stunning patio.
My dad and I still cant figure out how they keep the outside looking so gorgeous, but it is seriously a beautiful hidden gem in Pittsburgh… a must see. Bobby and I met my dad on a Sunday night for dinner because Daddio wouldn’t stop raving about the place.
I ordered the Thai iced tea — I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I am a huge fan of an iced chai tea latte and it reminded me a lot of that! Very good, but I wouldn’t normally just order it to drink as my meal. We all split the Thai fried chicken and it was very good — tender, moist and perfectly fried served with good sweet and spicy dipping sauce. Bobby got the street noodles 2 at a level 7 and thoroughly enjoyed it — even though he was sweating bullets through the entire meal!!! Dad ordered the pumpkin curry at a level 4 and I don’t think his craving ever leaves him for it! I tried the spicy seafood dish. I ordered it at a 4, but probably could’ve handled it better at a 3 (I’m a wuss, I know). Our server was super nice and informative and the place was actually pretty busy for a Sunday evening. The perfect night for it too!

We absolutely love Pusadee’s! It is tied with Nicky’s Thai Kitchen as our favorite Thai restaurant in Pittsburgh. It breaks our hearts when they close for the winter, but we know that come spring we will be enjoying their delicious food once again!
We have eaten in and done takeout here many times, so this review is much overdue. Takeout service is always quick and efficient. We are usually enjoying our meals within 30 minutes after calling and picking up (compare this to Thai Place in Aspinwall, which always gave us a 45 minute wait due to being «busy» but never had anyone eating in the restaurant when we arrived…).
The indoor space is sparse but functional. There are simple tables and chairs, and not much decorations on the walls. Their outdoor space is gorgeous and generally what people go for when eating here. The garden is lovely and relaxing, with lights strung up around the beams and simple plants making the space inviting and relaxing. We attempted to eat outside yesterday, but gave way to the heat and ended up indoors. Someday soon we will enjoy our bottle of wine in the garden!
We typically order two different dishes and share. We start out with the fresh garden rolls, which are delicious. It is a small order, but the perfect start to a meal. The vinegar sauce is light and refreshing, but I do prefer the peanut sauce that Nicky’s offers with their spring rolls. We have had the red, green, and pumpkin curries, and our favorite is the green. The sauce is more complex than the pumpkin, even though we love the pumpkin chunks! There are numerous fresh vegetables in each that soak up the wonderful sauce. We also share an order of brown rice, which is worth the extra cost. I recently had Thai in NYC, and I have to say that I loved the curry at Pusadee’s much better! Their blend of spices and coconut milk is simply perfect.
Pusadee’s and Nicky’s will continue to be our favorite Thai places here! I am so glad that Pittsburgh has more and more options for great Thai dining.

I am not a Thai food expert by far. But Pusadee’s Garden was able to accommodate us with a reservation for their outside patio when a friend and I decided to go last minute. So already, that’s a plus. We did show up a bit before our reservation time, but didn’t have to wait long. The outdoor area has a great ambiance and is actually well hidden from the busy street. Inside seemed a little cramped.
We had a small table for two. Service was a bit slow but I’m willing to forgive because I think they just squeezed us in. We first ordered spring rolls and crispy tofu appetizers. I don’t know that I’ve ever really had a bad spring roll. But that tofu with that peanut sauce is in a class by itself. I never thought I’d eat and like tofu!
While waiting for our main dishes, I ordered (and got my friend hooked on) the Thai iced tea. Mine was almost gone by the time my Street Noodles #1 order arrived (rice noodles, bean sprouts, bok choy and Thai fried chicken). The dish was very flavorful and that chicken was nice and crunchy. I was not disappointed and can’t wait to go back.
The overall experience was one I won’t forget. And next time I’ll remember it’s BYOB.

The food at Pusadee’s Garden is always great! They never really disappoint. One of the better Thai restaurants in Pittsburgh. Their vegetable spring rolls are perfect, crispy & not greasy. Absolutely love the Tom Kar soup. It’s creamy coconut soup with vegetables. Any of their noodle dishes are delicious.
Their outdoor patio is probably the best outdoor seating place in Pittsburgh. Except when I saw a large frog/​toad hopping around the patio last time I ate there. I’m sorry not my thing… especially around where I’m eating.
If you’re a fan of Thai food you must eat at Pusadee’s Garden!

I love this place! I was glad we made a reservation because it’s on the smaller side and it is pretty poplar. When we got there we were greeted and taken to their outdoor paradise. It’s true folks, their outdoor garden dining area make you feel like you some where no where near Butler Street!
I had their shrimp pad Thai and it was my favorite. It was a great portion and was full of flavor. I appreciate that they will ask how much heat you’d like as well, as I’m someone that doesn’t like things too spicy. The service was a bit slow, but it didn’t stop us from enjoying ourselves. It also helps that is is BYOB so we weren’t waiting for drinks. I cannot wait to go back because as of now, it’s my favorite Asian restaurant around!

Unilocalers say to come here for the pumpkin curry, and they are right. They are so right that I have been back twice, and plan to be back every time I visit Pit. Service was great and BYOB is always a plus.

Everyone says it but it bears repeating:
The back garden/​patio is utopia. It’s gorgeous. It’s romantic. It’s fresh.
The food here is just incredible. The fresh spring rolls are better than any I have ever tasted. The pad thai is the perfect amount of spice and savory. Sometimes I dream about eating in their patio in the summertime as sun is setting. The wind will blow through my hair, I will be laughing as the waiter uncorks my BYOB wine and pours us another glass. I digress… I must also recommend the kao soi it’s delicious. Theres pickled greens in there and curry. It will melt your mind into amazingness.

My boyfriend’s brother was in town from Colorado and suggested coming here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. I was thrilled! I’ve heard so many amazing things about this place and surprisingly, it was a Thai restaurant in the burgh that I haven’t been to!
It was a gorgeous day, so we sat on their outdoor patio. The patio is awesome and definitely made me forget that the restaurant is located directly on a very busy street. Our waiter was awesome and was very friendly. I ordered the veggie fried spring rolls as an appetizer and we also ordered the pork meatballs on sugar skewers. For $ 4, I was disappointed that the spring roll appetizer only came with 2 small rolls. They were good, but not worth $ 2 each for how small and average they were. The pork meatball order came with 4 and they were delicious.
My boyfriend ordered chicken fried rice, I ordered tofu pad Thai and my boyfriends brother ordered ginger chicken. I tried them all. The fried rice was nothing special, but good none the less. I really enjoyed my pad Thai, although the tofu was not prepared in the way that I had hoped. It was undercooked and mushy. The ginger chicken was awesome and packed with flavor– my favorite out of all the meals by far.
I am disappointed to give this place 3 stars, maybe I didn’t order the right meal– I would love to go back and give them another shot! They are BYOB and I wouldn’t mind kicking back on their outdoor patio again :).