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The Elephant Geneva stands out as a delightful gem in the heart of Geneva, NY. This Thai restaurant, located at 1 Franklin St, offers an authentic culinary experience that captures the essence of Thailand. With its cozy atmosphere and responsive service, patrons can indulge in a range of carefully crafted dishes that are peppered with vibrant flavors.
Reviews frequently highlight the exquisite Thai curries, particularly the Panang and Massaman, both priced at US$19.99, offering a rich fusion of coconut milk and traditional spices. Diners like Don Valentine and Olivia Delello rave about the Tom Kha soup and the attentive staff who enrich the dining experience with their warmth.
Vegetarians and vegans also find joy in the diverse offerings, such as the Pad Pak and scrumptious Mango Sticky Rice dessert, ensuring there's something for everyone. While some reviews, like Linda Tseng’s, suggest a few dishes may cater more to American tastes, the overall sentiment is one of appreciation for the flavorful authenticity and dedicated service from a family-run business.
With its promise of delicious dishes and a welcoming atmosphere, The Elephant Geneva is poised to become your go-to spot for Thai cuisine in upstate New York.
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Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Reviews for The Elephant Geneva
Review highlights
Based on 357 reviewsThe Elephant Geneva is widely praised for its authentic Thai cuisine and warm, attentive service, often highlighted as a standout dining option in upstate New York. Reviewers commonly note the freshness and quality of the dishes, with particular appreciation for diverse menu options including vegan and vegetarian selections. The family-run atmosphere adds a personal touch that resonates well with guests, contributing to a welcoming and quiet dining experience. While some feedback suggests certain dishes may vary in authenticity to more traditional Asian palates, the overall consensus points to a genuine and enjoyable culinary experience. The restaurant’s combination of flavorful food, friendly staff, and inviting ambiance makes it a recommended destination for Thai cuisine enthusiasts in the Geneva area.
Very quiet place to eat, and delicious authentic Thai. I ordered the Tom Kha soup, calamari, and cashew and chicken rice plate. I only took a photo of the calamari. I will definitely stop here when in the area for work again.
So glad we found this place! A mother/daughter duo who cooked us up some delicious food! Hot and fresh - honestly the best Thai food I’ve had in upstate New York. Mom came out of the kitchen to say hi, even. Go here. You won’t be disappointed.
This place is truly a gem. My husband and I had a wonderful experience and an excellent meal. We started with the vegan appetizer plate, enjoyed the Thai basil fried rice (mine with shrimp and his with the vegetarian mock duck), and the most delicious mango sticky rice for dessert. The owner and her staff were attentive, engaging, and kind. We will most certainly be returning!
Plenty of vegan and vegetarian options. I only had the drunken noodles because they recommended it, but it wasn't really really as good as I thought it could be. I can see Americans like it, but I'm not sure if people accustomed to authentic Asian food would like it. My rating is based on that one dish. The waitress was knowledgeable and helpful, checked on me often. The decor was fun and calming. I was the only customer during lunch
My family went here this afternoon and this place was absolutely wonderful. Probably the best Thai food I've ever had, the service was great considering it was very busy at the time. Dao was very attentive but not overbearing, she was great with my son and we appreciated that, she went above and beyond. We will be back soon! Highly recommend for authentic Thai food
We visited yesterday and had an amazing meal. The summer roll with fresh peanut sauce is fabulous...the best peanut sauce we have ever had. We ordered Drunken noodles,Basil Fried Rice and Salmon and Vegetables Portions are large for the very reasonable prices. The food was fresh and delicious. We ordered medium heat and the spice was perfect. We also ordered a side of the coconut jasmine rice and wow..the best! Beer and wine is available. The owner was there and she was so friendly and we had such a fun Thai food and culture conversation. This really is the best Thai food we have had! Don't hesitate to get there!
After biking the Cayuga Seneca trail, we stopped at the Elephant for lunch. Our parang curry was excellent, and our waitress was very kind and attentive and made sure to check on us multiple times as we were seated outdoors with our bicycles. I highly recommend this place!
The food was good, especially the pineapple fried rice. The Pad thai was nice too. Service was really slow, as it was only one server who was doing everything but everything else was nice. Food bit on the pricey side, but adequate portion size.
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Opening hours
- Monday 11:00 AM - 02:30 PM 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM
- Tuesday (Today) 11:00 AM - 02:30 PM 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM
- Wednesday 11:00 AM - 02:30 PM 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM
- Thursday 11:00 AM - 02:30 PM 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM
- Friday 11:00 AM - 02:30 PM 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM
- Saturday 11:00 AM - 02:30 PM 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM
- Sunday 11:00 AM - 02:30 PM 04:00 PM - 09:00 PM
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