Benjamas Thai - COOKS HILL

My favorite Thai place in the universe and a Newcastle institution. Even if I live in the United States now, when I go home, I always make sure I come... read more My favorite Thai place in the universe and a Newcastle institution. Even if I live in the United States now, when I go home, I always make sure I come...

I hadn't eaten here yet and wanted to check it out. I came here with my friend, friend and children to have beautiful Thai food. And beautiful... read more I hadn't eaten here yet and wanted to check it out. I came here with my friend, friend and children to have beautiful Thai food. And beautiful...

The Thai food here is good but not exceptional. We ordered duck curry, pad Thai, spring rolls, larb, and chili basil shrimp. I didn’t raise any complaints, but... read more The Thai food here is good but not exceptional. We ordered duck curry, pad Thai, spring rolls, larb, and chili basil shrimp. I didn’t raise any complaints, but I felt that the flavors weren't quite right. The chili basil shrimp lacked the expected spiciness, and the basil was very understated. Overall, the dishes were quite mild.

Fantastic restaurant excellent staff, it is a very interesting and traditional Thai menu with specialties. The staff is always nice and very pleasant.... read more Fantastic restaurant excellent staff, it is a very interesting and traditional Thai menu with specialties. The staff is always nice and very pleasant....

I visited a Thai restaurant in Newcastle, and everything I ordered from the menu was delicious. The atmosphere is very warm and cozy, and the staff is extremely... read more I visited a Thai restaurant in Newcastle, and everything I ordered from the menu was delicious. The atmosphere is very warm and cozy, and the staff is extremely friendly. I highly recommend the Tom Yum soup and the Pad Thai, as well as any stir-fry (the one with ginger is my favorite). The green curry is also quite good!