We all surely know by now that, like books, you cannot judge a restaurant by its outward appearance. There are unassuming hidden gems all over Cincinnati that serve up some of the best food in the Queen City. One particular gem can be found near the river in Sayler Park on the west side of town. Buddha Barn does not look like much from the outside, but this surprising riverside restaurant has the best Thai food in Cincinnati.
Located just off River Road in Sayler Park, Buddha Barn is about as unexpected as it gets. But many hungry customers travel from all over the city to pay a visit to this hidden gem.
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Buddha Barn is a small restaurant with a casual feel and a menu that is bursting with Thai flavors. If you’re a fan of this type of food and have yet to dine here, add it to your list.
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You may be surprised to find a lovely, relaxed space inside the restaurant that includes small tables and booths. It’s not often that you’ll find Buddha Barn empty, but don’t let any size crowd deter you.
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The food is what keeps regular customers coming back again and again and the menu has it all. Both traditional Thai specialties and innovative combinations are served with beautiful presentation.
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Sometimes restaurants present their food in an eye-catching way to distract you from mediocre taste. That is definitely not the case at Buddha Barn.
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Popular dishes such as Drunken Noodles, the Kite wonton, Ginger Rice Soup, and a number of Curry dishes are all blended with the perfect combination of the sweet, salty, savory, and spicy flavors that Thai food is known for. You’re sure to find several favorites on the menu.
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As you enjoy an incredible meal, keep in mind that you can bring your own alcohol to have with dinner, with just a small corking fee. Buddha Barn may just be the best kept secret date night destination in Cincinnati.
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There are times when you want to try something different - new flavors, a unique atmosphere, but still in a comfortable environment. Buddha Barn is perfect for this and this incredible Thai restaurant is bound to pleasantly surprise you in more ways than one.
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Buddha Barn is a hidden gem with incredible Thai food that is always serving a crowd, and it’s easy to understand why, once you’ve tried it. Have you discovered this Sayler Park dining destination? Did you think it was the best Thai in the city? Let us know in the comments!
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Buddha Barn is located at 6625 Gracely Dr., Cincinnati, OH 45233. For more information and specific hours, visit its website here.
And for more tiny but mighty restaurants in Cincinnati, check out our previous article here.
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