Sam Cafe - Merced

We chose to dine in at Sam's while passing through Merced. Both the service and the dishes we ordered were excellent! The service was personable, and attentive... read more We chose to dine in at Sam's while passing through Merced. Both the service and the dishes we ordered were excellent! The service was personable, and attentive without being pushy, very genuine. The food we ordered was some of the more authentic tasting Thai we've had in a while and was very much enjoyed. Lots of flavor in the dishes and good spice but not overwhelming. I will acknowledge the building is older but we aren't there for architecture. Simple, quick, easy, satisfying! I wouldn't ask for more.

I found Sam’s Cafe on Google while in town for business. The Pat Thai was recommend it so I ordered it with fried rice. Absolutely delicious!!! I called back to... read more I found Sam’s Cafe on Google while in town for business. The Pat Thai was recommend it so I ordered it with fried rice. Absolutely delicious!!! I called back to the restaurant and had to let them know. The customer service was great and I will return again.

Saturday night at 630, and able to get a table even though google told me busier than usual. Food was amazing, servers were very nice and they appeared to have... read more Saturday night at 630, and able to get a table even though google told me busier than usual. Food was amazing, servers were very nice and they appeared to have a a lot of take out going out the door too. Spice was just how I liked it. Will definitely be back.

Delicious food and warm, welcoming service! Both the pad kee mau and the papaya salad were bursting with flavor and served in generous portions. The medium spic... read more Delicious food and warm, welcoming service! Both the pad kee mau and the papaya salad were bursting with flavor and served in generous portions. The medium spice level was a bit too intense for me, so I recommend going with a milder option if you're sensitive to heat. The dishes complemented the Thai beer perfectly. I also highly recommend the refreshing coconut water on a hot afternoon—it instantly cools and relaxes you! Don’t forget to try their homemade chili oil, which is worlds apart from any store-bought version you've had. I strongly recommend this charming little hidden gem. P.S. Not a big deal, but I wish they had air conditioning!

The best authentic food in the area! You can truly taste the love and care that goes into each dish. read more The best authentic food in the area! You can truly taste the love and care that goes into each dish.