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Thai Express
- 3111 W Chandler Blvd Space Ff224, Chandler, AZ 85226

Thai restaurant ★3.0·$

3111 W Chandler Blvd Space Ff224, Chandler, AZ 85226, USA

3.0
This place is absolutely amazing. I travel all the way from East Mesa just to come and grab food from here. The food is always cooked fresh to order. I’ve got my entire family hooked on this place too! I always order the fried rice basil with chicken. You have the option of making it spicy which is FIRE if you love spicy food like me. The management and staff are always so nice and welcoming. This place is a “GOT TO HAVE IT” - Cynthia Spencer-Watkins
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Thai Express Introduce

For residents of Chandler and the wider Arizona East Valley who crave the vibrant, aromatic flavors of Thailand, Thai Express at the Chandler Fashion Center offers a uniquely fast and fresh solution. This is not your typical sit-down Thai dining experience; rather, it’s a quick-service concept that brings the complexity and authenticity of Thai cuisine to the demanding pace of a bustling shopping center food court. It provides an ideal option for shoppers, families, and solo diners looking for a flavorful, high-quality meal without the long wait.

Thai Express has built a reputation on the promise of serving freshly prepared, wok-tossed dishes in a matter of minutes. This focus on "fast service" is a major draw, allowing patrons to quickly grab favorites like Pad Thai, Drunken Noodles, or one of the rich curries. Despite the speed, the kitchen maintains a commitment to cooking food fresh to order, a fact often highlighted by dedicated customers. One local review emphasized, "The food is always cooked fresh to order. I’ve got my entire family hooked on this place too!"

The menu is designed to appeal to both seasoned Thai food enthusiasts and those new to the cuisine, offering beloved classics alongside Asian-inspired favorites like Orange Chicken and Mongolian Beef. Importantly for the diverse Arizona community, Thai Express is committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and family-friendly atmosphere, ensuring a pleasant dining experience for everyone, which includes being noted as an LGBTQ+ friendly and transgender safespace.

Location and Accessibility

Thai Express is situated within one of the region's premier shopping destinations, the Chandler Fashion Center. This central location makes it highly accessible for residents across Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, and the surrounding Phoenix Metro area. The exact address is:

3111 W Chandler Blvd Space Ff224, Chandler, AZ 85226, USA

The restaurant is located specifically in the Food Court area of the mall, which is easily reachable from multiple entry points. The location is advantageous as it offers extensive amenities and accessibility features provided by the shopping center:

  • The space is Wheelchair Accessible, including the entrance, parking lot, restroom, and seating, ensuring comfort for all guests.
  • Abundant Free Parking is available via the large shopping center parking lot.
  • It is conveniently located for shoppers needing a quick break, or for those making a special trip just for the food.
  • The availability of outdoor seating within the food court area also makes it a friendly spot for pet owners, as dogs are allowed outside.

This placement within the mall’s food hub capitalizes on high traffic and offers maximum dining flexibility during the mall's operating hours, which typically extends to 9:00 PM on most weekdays and Saturdays.

Services Offered

Thai Express provides a full suite of services that cater to the quick-casual dining preference of the Arizona consumer, offering both convenience and variety:

  • Wok-Cooked Meals: The core service is the preparation of various noodle, rice, and stir-fry dishes cooked fresh in a wok right after the customer orders, guaranteeing maximum flavor and heat.
  • Diverse Dining Options: Available for Lunch and Dinner, with multiple consumption options including Dine-in within the casual food court seating, Takeout for quick collection, and Delivery for enjoying meals at home.
  • Curry Selections: Offers a selection of classic Thai curries, including Red, Green, Yellow, and Panang, which can be customized with various proteins.
  • Full Catering Service: Provides catering options, with large-format trays (serving 5–7 people) of popular items like Pad Thai, Fried Rice, Curries, and Stir-Fries, ideal for local business meetings or family events.
  • Kids' Menu: Features a dedicated Kids' menu with fun names like Kid Kong Stir-Fry and Elephant Noodles, making it genuinely family-friendly.
  • Vegetarian Options: Ensures inclusivity by providing healthy and vegetarian options across the menu, suitable for various dietary needs.
  • Special of the Day: Regular specials on key dishes like Pad Thai, Basil Stir Fry, or Orange Chicken, offering great value to repeat customers.
Features / Highlights

What makes Thai Express a standout choice for Thai food in the Chandler area are its unique highlights that blend speed with quality:

  • Exceptional Speed and Freshness: The primary highlight is the blend of fast service with made-to-order food. Meals are often prepared in minutes, ensuring a fresh, hot plate every time, a rare achievement in a quick-service environment.
  • Highly-Praised Hospitality: Customers consistently rave about the welcoming staff and management. Reviews mention the "remarkable" and "very very great hospitality," indicating a commitment to excellent customer interaction.
  • Customizable Spice Levels: Diners have the option of making their dishes spicy, a key feature for those who want an authentic Thai heat level, as noted by the customer who called the spicy option "FIRE."
  • Commitment to Inclusivity: The establishment is explicitly noted as a welcoming space for all, including the LGBTQ+ community, contributing positively to the inclusive culture of the Chandler area.
  • Variety Beyond Tradition: While serving staples like Pad See Ew and Tom Yum Soup, the menu also includes crowd-pleasing Asian Favorites like Mongolian Beef and Honey Walnut dishes, broadening its appeal.
  • Family-Friendly Environment: With a dedicated Kids' menu and a comfortable, casual atmosphere, it is an easy and enjoyable spot for families to dine together.
Contact Information

The location of Thai Express in the Chandler Fashion Center makes it easy to find and contact for quick orders or catering inquiries:

Address: 3111 W Chandler Blvd Space Ff224, Chandler, AZ 85226, USA

Phone: (480) 845-6377

Mobile Phone: +1 480-845-6377

Customers benefit from modern payment flexibility, as the restaurant accepts Credit Cards, Debit Cards, and NFC mobile payments, making transactions as fast as the service itself. For the most accurate daily operating hours, especially considering mall hours and holiday variations, calling ahead is recommended.

What is Worth Choosing

For Arizona residents in the East Valley, Thai Express in Chandler is worth choosing because it perfectly solves the conflict between quality dining and a busy schedule. You no longer have to sacrifice the delicious, nuanced flavors of freshly cooked Thai food just because you are pressed for time. The highly efficient operation ensures that a comforting bowl of Yellow Curry or a fiery Basil Fried Rice is ready almost immediately.

Choosing Thai Express means you are supporting a business known for its genuine warmth and "remarkable hospitality," alongside a reliable product. The constant positive feedback on staff kindness and the cleanliness of the store confirms that this is a location where the dining experience is valued as much as the food itself. It is the ideal place to satisfy that "GOT TO HAVE IT" craving for spicy, fresh, and authentic Thai cuisine in a quick-service, friendly environment.

Thai Express Menu

  • Curry

  • Yellow Curry

    (Mild Spicy): Turmeric infused coconut curry with bell pepper, onion, carrot, potato, pineapple and choice of protein

  • Green Curry

    (Medium Spicy): Green Thai chili coconut curry with bell pepper, onion, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, Thai basil and choice of protein

  • Red Curry

    (Spicy): Red Thai chili coconut curry with bell pepper, onion, bamboo shoots, Thai basil and choice of protein

  • Panang Curry

    (Medium Spicy): Panang Curry has a sweet, smoky and nutty mellow flavor. It is made with spicy paprika, velvety coconut milk, and ground roasted peanuts that compliments any protein.

  • Special of the Day

  • Tom Yum Soup - Special

    A sweet, sour and spicy lemongrass infused chicken broth filled with rice noodles, bean sprouts, onion, carrot, green onion, coriander, tomato and choice of protein

  • Basil Stir Fry - Special

    Fresh Thai basil, baby corn, carrots, bell pepper and onions wok-tossed in our signature stir-fry sauce served on steamed rice or crisp lettuce with your choice of Shrimp, Beef, Chicken, Vegetables or Tofu

  • Pad Thai - Special

    Choice of protein, thin rice noodles stir-fried with sweet & sour sauce, egg, bean sprouts, green onion, tofu and salted radish Served with peanuts on the side.

  • Orange Chicken - Special $10.98

    Battered chicken with a sweet orange sauce on steamed rice.

  • Pad See Ew - Special

    Large rice noodles with soy sauce, choice of protein, egg and Chinese broccoli

  • General Thai Chicken - Special $10.98

    Crisp pieces of fried chicken in a sweet and sour sauce with bell pepper, onion, carrot, tomato and pineapple served on steamed rice

  • Yellow Curry - Special

    (Mild Spicy): Turmeric infused coconut curry with bell pepper, onion, carrot, potato, pineapple and choice of protein

  • Green Curry - Special

    (Medium Spicy): Green Thai chili coconut curry with bell pepper, onion, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, Thai basil and choice of protein

  • Red Curry - Special

    (Spicy): Red Thai chili coconut curry with bell pepper, onion, bamboo shoots, Thai basil and choice of protein

  • Sides and Shareables

  • Imperial Roll $1.98

    1 roll | Crispy roll filled with vegetables served with sweet chili sauce

  • Shrimp Spring Roll $4.28

    1 roll | Shrimp, lettuce, bean sprouts, carrot, coriander, mint and vermicelli wrapped in rice paper and served with peanut sauce

  • Vegetable Spring Roll $3.78

    1 roll | Lettuce, bean sprouts, carrot, coriander, mint and vermicelli wrapped in rice paper and served with peanut sauce

  • Fried Chicken Dumplings $4.48

    4 dumplings | Chicken wrapped in savory dough, served with sweet chili sauce

  • Thai Chicken Wings

    Crisp lightly seasoned chicken wings.

  • Bok Bok Chicken $4.48

    Indulge in crispy and irresistibly tender pieces of our signature General Thaï™ chicken served with Sweet Chili Sauce

  • Soups

  • Tom Yum Soup

    A sweet, sour and spicy lemongrass infused chicken broth filled with rice noodles, bean sprouts, onion, carrot, green onion, coriander, tomato and choice of protein

  • Mini Tom Yum Soup

    A sweet, sour and spicy lemongrass infused chicken broth filled with rice noodles, bean sprouts, onion, carrot, green onion, coriander, tomato and choice of protein

  • Thai Soup

    A fragrant Thai chicken broth filled with rice noodles, bean sprouts, onion, carrot, green onion, coriander, choice of protein and topped with crispy fried red shallot

  • Mini Thai Soup

    A fragrant Thai chicken broth filled with rice noodles, bean sprouts, onion, carrot, green onion, coriander, choice of protein and topped with crispy fried red shallot

  • Favorites

  • Pad Thai

    Choice of protein, thin rice noodles stir-fried with sweet & sour sauce, egg, bean sprouts, green onion, tofu and salted radish Served with peanuts on the side.

  • General Thai Chicken

    Crisp pieces of fried chicken in a sweet and sour sauce with bell pepper, onion, carrot, tomato and pineapple served on steamed rice

  • Tom Yum Fried Rice

    This taste sensation marries the iconic flavors of Tom Yum soup with the comfort of fried rice. Packed with aromatic flavors and a spicy kick! Add your favorite protein!

  • Asian Favorites

  • Orange Chicken

    Battered chicken with a sweet orange sauce on steamed rice.

  • Mongolian Beef

    Wok-seared beef, mushrooms, garlic, green onion in a soy-based sauce served on steamed rice

  • Honey Walnut

    Battered shrimp or chicken in a honey sauce, served on steamed jasmine rice with candied walnuts

  • Fried Rice

  • Basil Fried Rice

    Basil Fried Rice with choice of protein, eggs, carrot, green onions and Thai basil

  • Thai Fried Rice

    Thai Fried Rice with choice of protein, eggs, onion, carrot, green onions, pineapple and tomato

  • Noodles

  • Drunken Noodles

    Large rice noodles, egg, Chinese broccoli, bell pepper, onion, carrot, baby corn, Thai basil with sweet and sour sauce topped with crispy Thai basil

  • Pad See Ew

    Large rice noodles with soy sauce, choice of protein, egg and Chinese broccoli

  • Pad Thai

    Choice of protein, thin rice noodles stir-fried with sweet & sour sauce, egg, bean sprouts, green onion, tofu and salted radish Served with peanuts on the side.

  • Stir-Fry

  • Basil Stir Fry

    Fresh Thai basil, baby corn, carrots, bell pepper and onions wok-tossed in our signature stir-fry sauce served on steamed rice or crisp lettuce with your choice of Shrimp, Beef, Chicken, Vegetables or Tofu

  • Cashew Stir Fry

    Cashews, fresh napa cabbage, carrots, bell pepper and onions wok-tossed in our signature stir-fry sauce served on steamed rice or crisp lettuce with your choice of Shrimp, Beef, Chicken, Vegetables or Tofu.

  • Chili Paste Stir Fry

    Fresh napa cabbage, carrots, bell pepper and onions wok-tossed in our signature stir-fry sauce with chili paste served on steamed rice or crisp lettuce with your choice of Shrimp, Beef, Chicken, Vegetables or Tofu.

  • Peanut Stir Fry

    Fresh mushrooms, carrots, bell pepper and onions wok-tossed in peanut sauce served on steamed rice or crisp lettuce with your choice of Shrimp, Beef, Chicken, Vegetables or Tofu.

  • Soy Garlic Stir Fry

    Fresh broccoli, baby corn, carrots, bell pepper and onions wok-tossed in our signature stir-fry sauce served on steamed rice or crisp lettuce with your choice of Shrimp, Beef, Chicken, Vegetables or Tofu.

  • Sweet and Sour Stir Fry

    Fresh tomato, pineapple, carrots, bell pepper and onions wok-tossed in sweet and sour sauce served on steamed rice or crisp lettuce with your choice of Shrimp, Beef, Chicken, Vegetables or Tofu.

  • Kids

  • Kid Kong Stir-Fry $5.98

    Chicken, bell pepper, carrot, onion, broccoli, baby corn with a soy garlic sauce on steamed rice. Includes 20oz Fountain Drink.

  • General Thai-ger $5.98

    Battered chicken, bell pepper, onion, carrot, tomato, pineapple with a sweet & sour sauce on steamed rice. Includes 20oz Fountain Drink.

  • Elephant Noodles $5.98

    Large rice noodles with soy sauce, beef, egg and Chinese broccoli. Includes 20oz Fountain Drink.

  • Orange-utan Chicken $5.98

    Battered chicken, bell pepper, onion, carrot, tomato, pineapple with a sweet & sour sauce on steamed rice. Includes 20oz Fountain Drink.

  • Drinks

  • 20oz Regular Drink $1.98
  • Thai Tea $3.48
  • Bottled Water $1.90
  • Catering

    Each serves 5-7 people

  • Imperial Roll $15.00

    Crispy roll filled with vegetables, served with sweet chili sauce. | 10 per order

  • Fried Chicken Dumplings $13.00

    Chicken wrapped in a savory dough, served with sweet chili sauce. | 16 per order

  • Mini Tom Yum Soup

    A sweet, sour & spicy lemongrass infused chicken broth filled with rice noodles, choice of protein, bean sprouts, onion, carrot, green onion, coriander and tomato. Individual serving.

  • Mini Thai Soup

    A fragrant Thai chicken broth filled with rice noodles, choice of protein, bean sprouts, onion, carrot, green onion, coriander, topped with crispy fried red shallot. Individual serving.

  • Pad Thai

    Choice of protein, thin rice noodles stir-fried with sweet & sour sauce, egg, bean sprouts, green onion, tofu and salted radish | serves 6-8 people

  • Pad See Ew

    Choice of protein, large rice noodles with soy sauce, egg and Chinese broccoli | serves 6-8 people

  • Basil Fried Rice

    Basil Fried Rice with choice of protein, egg, carrot, green onions and Thai basil | serves 6-8 people

  • Thai Fried Rice

    Thai Fried Rice with choice of protein, egg, onion, carrot, green onions, pineapple and tomato | serves 6-8 people

  • Red Curry

    (Spicy): Red Thai chili coconut curry with bell pepper, onion, bamboo shoots, Thai basil and choice of protein, served with steamed rice. | serves 6-8 people

  • Green Curry

    (Medium Spicy): Green Thai chili coconut curry with bell pepper, onion, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, Thai basil and choice of protein, served with steamed rice. | serves 6-8 people

  • Yellow Curry

    (Mild Spicy): Turmeric infused coconut curry with bell pepper, onion, carrot, potato, pineapple and choice of protein, served with steamed rice.

  • Orange Chicken $47.00

    Battered chicken with a sweet orange sauce on steamed rice.

  • General Thai Chicken $47.00

    Crisp pieces of fried chicken in a sweet & sour sauce with bell pepper, onion, carrot, tomato and pineapple served on steamed rice

  • Basil Stir Fry

    Fresh Thai basil, baby corn, carrots, bell pepper and onions wok-tossed in our signature stir-fry sauce served on steamed rice or crisp lettuce with your choice of Shrimp, Beef, Chicken, Vegetables or Tofu

  • Cashew Stir Fry

    Cashews, fresh napa cabbage, carrots, bell pepper and onions wok-tossed in our signature stir-fry sauce served on steamed rice or crisp lettuce with your choice of Shrimp, Beef, Chicken, Vegetables or Tofu.

  • Chili Paste Stir Fry

    Fresh napa cabbage, carrots, bell pepper and onions wok-tossed in our signature stir-fry sauce with chili paste served on steamed rice or crisp lettuce with your choice of Shrimp, Beef, Chicken, Vegetables or Tofu.

  • Peanut Stir Fry

    Broccoli, carrots, bell pepper, and onions wok-tossed in peanut sauce served on steamed rice or crisp lettuce with your choice of Shrimp, Beef, Chicken, Vegetables or Tofu.

  • Soy Garlic Stir Fry

    Fresh broccoli, baby corn, carrots, bell pepper and onions wok-tossed in our signature stir-fry sauce served on steamed rice or crisp lettuce with your choice of Shrimp, Beef, Chicken, Vegetables or Tofu.

  • Sweet and Sour Stir Fry

    Fresh tomato, pineapple, carrots, bell pepper and onions wok-tossed in sweet and sour sauce served on steamed rice or crisp lettuce with your choice of Shrimp, Beef, Chicken, Vegetables or Tofu.

  • Bottled Drink $2.25
  • Asian Drink $3.25

Thai Express Details

  • Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Offerings

  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Transgender safespace
  • Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
  • Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Parking
  • Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

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Thai Express Location

Thai Express

3111 W Chandler Blvd Space Ff224, Chandler, AZ 85226, USA

Thai Express Reviews

An average rating of ★3.9 from 174 user reviews.

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