Aubergine

Overall: Aubergine is a 10/10 experience and I highly recommend it, be it for a quick lunch or a dinner with friends. This restaurant is a delight to all senses. Service is fast and friendly. The menu is varied, and all items are top notch. This is a place to come again and again.

I was so impressed with my visit I had to write a review for the first time in months!

FOOD:

There are many options that can please people of all palates, with no compromises on authenticity for more adventurous eaters. The curry dishes are sublime and come highly recommended. The red curry is delicious and contains leafy greens and your choice of protein. The fish curry is rich, full-flavored, and delicious, with the authentic Thai flavor of kaffir lime leaves. The kao soi is an authentic treat from northern Thailand and will be a familiar favorite for anyone who has traveled to Thailand and enjoyed the dish prior.

The appetizers are excellent as well - I highly recommend the larb with pork - deliciously moist and made with flavorful herbs that pair perfectly with the pork. The chargrilled aubergine is phenomenal and truly unique to this restaurant - you will not want to miss it. Likewise, I recommend the chicken curry puffs. They are made with a flaky pastry and savory chicken curry filling that pairs perfectly with an optional sweet vinegar sauce.

DRINKS:

The owners have clearly put thought and care into crafting authentic Thai beverages for us to enjoy. The Thai iced tea is sweet but not overly so - and has a complex flavor to it that I have not experienced at other Thai restaurants. There is an additional variety of Thai tea on the menu that contains no cream, but rather includes lime juice - it is refreshing, light, and another signature item at Aubergine. The Thai coffee is also rich and full of flavor, and would be great item to get to-go after your meal.

I did not get any cocktails so I'm unable to comment on those - but a variety of Thai and other Asian imported beers are available.

SERVICE:

It is a pleasure to be served at Aubergine. The owners are kind and attentive, as well as all the wait staff. Food comes out quickly, hot and fresh.

This place was quite a pleasant surprise. I got the cashew delight but the rest of the menu seemed like “regular” Indian fare

The atmosphere is very nice and eclectic and very appropriate for downtown.

The servers were fantastic and the prices below what I would have expected.

I travel a LOT and had low expectations for Indian food in STL…but I’ll eat my humble pie only after another serving of their Cashew delight

If I had to critique I initially thought the portion looked small…it filled me up…but maybe a little light on the protein. Again…its a reasonably priced meal in a great spot

I would walk past a LOT of other restaurants to return when I visit again

Nice small restaurant with great food. My husband and I ate here during the week and the place was really busy. The servers were running around making sure all of the tables were taken care of. The food took a little while to come out but it was worth the wait. I ordered the drunken noodles with beef and a mild spice level. The drunken noodles were absolutely delicious. Hands down the best Thai noodles I have ever had. My husband ordered the Sweet Chili Basil Bomb with Stew beef and it was also delicious. The serving sizes were adequate. The Calamari appetizer were cooked very well and the pairing sauce was tasty. There is no street parking but there is a parking garage nearby. We walked less then 5 minutes from the garage to the restaurant. We would eat here again.

If you're looking for great Thai food in downtown St Louis, then this is the place. I can say this with certainty because I lived in Thailand for nearly 5 years, so you can say I've had a few dishes to compare to...

I particularly love their curry. Any of them. The staff are always attentive and courteous. This place is on our regular rotation of places we love to eat at.

Absolutely INCREDIBLE food. Best yellow curry I have ever had in my life. Server was really friendly and sweet. We were a really large party and they really went the extra mile. Thank you so much!

The food was amazing and packed with flavor! We thoroughly enjoyed the crab Rangoon, aubergine appetizer, yellow curry, green curry, and vegetable stir fry. The employees were extremely kind and attentive.

We ordered the Kao Soi, Stir-Fry Aubergine & Tofu, and Yellow Curry and all three tasted absolutely amazing👌
The staff were really friendly, and the atmosphere inside was very inviting.
Highly recommend!! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

We had walked past this place probably 100 times but it was always closed when we were out, we finally got the chance to go and oh. my. god. They deserve their high rating 100% compliments to the chef, our coconut shrimp appetizer was delicious and our entrees were BOMB. I had the kao soi and it left me wanting more. So much better then Sen Thai and better priced in my opinion. The staff was so nice and attentive, and the atmosphere was so calming.

The food was great. I mean great. The shrimp were perfectly cooked, and so fresh I’m surprised they didn’t jump off the plate. Kao Soi was amazing - the curry flavor is perfect, dumplings were delicious, and the mango sticky rice dessert was great - elegantly simple and refreshing. Helpful, friendly service. And fast. Would absolutely recommend. Will be back.

My husband and I went to aubergine for our date night and we're so happy with the experience. We arrived around 7:00 p.m. on a Friday evening and the restaurant was busy, but we did not wait for a table. This staff was extremely nice and helpful giving their suggestions. We ended up getting the Dumplings for an appetizer and I got the Eggplant and Tofu for my entree. Both were absolutely delicious. My husband got the Kao Soi and I'm not going to lie, it was one of the best things I've ever eaten in my entire life. I really can't wait to come back and try even more of their dishes! Thank you for being open in St. Louis, I hope business continues to go well for you.

We found this place by happenstance and it was amazing. The food was delicious and it had a really chill atmosphere. I liked the bossa-nova covers playlist they had going.

This place is amazing. I’ve been one time and I’m in love. I came here today for the first time and got the chicken Kao Soi and the steamed dumplings and they were delicious. I’m an absolute fan of the soup itself I didn’t care too much for the noodles but the broth !!! Sooo good.

My family loves Thai cuisine so we preferred to go to this restaurant. . . We had a wonderful experience with food and hospitality. We went into the restaurant 5 mins before they closed but they received us with a smile and made us feel comfortable. The lady who owns this restaurant is so kind hearted and down to earth, I missed to know her name. The food was sooo delicious and we really enjoyed the food. I am happy to say that it's one of the best Thai cuisines I ever had. I strongly recommend this place. The staff are so nice and welcoming. Hospitality is outstanding. Keep Serving . . . !

Amazing service and the food was exceptional. I got the fish curry - delicious flavor with perfectly cooked fish. Everyone was happy with their food - my young kids. I’m just traveling through St. Louis, otherwise I’d be back again for sure. Highly recommended.

We loved the genuine Pad Thai, Tofu Eggplant, and the curries so much we ate at Aubergine both nights we were visiting St Louis. Lovely friendly service and well priced too. If you love real Thai food, you'll love Aubergine.

Had a quick dinner with my family. Ordered Tom Yum (Thai soup), Calamari and chargrilled Aubergine for starters. We had pad tai, Kao Soi, beef noodle soup and Thai salad. All foods were very delicious and service was exceptional at very modern Thai atmosphere. Nicely done!!

Delicious. Flavors were fresh and robust. Got the yellow curry and drunken noodle and both were filled with veggies. Loved the thinly sliced carrots. The tiramisu was a fun surprise. Delicious as well. The servers were so nice and polite.

Excellent Thai restaurant in downtown St Louis. The restaurant looks quite modern and was very clean. Service was quick and very friendly. The food was excellent!

This is the best place in all of St. Louis! Hands down best Thai food I have ever had. The food and ingredients are so insanely fresh, the staff are so nice, the atmosphere is very cozy and welcoming. I loved everything about it. I ordered the dumplings and drunken noodles and was beyond impressed!

Great experience! They were open on New Year's eve which was convenient. Delicious food served quickly, excellent service, and I really liked the clean but unique environment.