THE HISTORY OF CIRCLES THAI
Circles Thai was founded in 2008, when Le Cordon Blue-trained Alex Boonphaya and his family purchased a Chinese takeout business deep in the heart of South Philadelphia at 15th and Tasker Streets. They christened the new restaurant Plan-Eat-Thai, a Thai takeout and delivery concept devoted to exposing Philadelphia to the wide variety of authentic Thai dishes.
The cuisine resonated with South Philadelphians, and Plan-Eat-Thai quickly gained success. Plan-Eat-Thai became Circles Thai in 2009 and the menu grew to include more progressive Thai dishes blended with other Asian flavors inspired by the chef’s visits to the East. Word of Circles Thai’s well-balanced Asian fusion conceptual dishes began to spread further than South Philadelphia.
In early 2011 the business expanded to a 36-seat dining room across the street from the takeout restaurant. Food was carefully caried across the street to the loyal fans intent on satisfying their Thai cuisine cravings. In late 2011, Circles moved their new location in Northern Liberties, a full-service restaurant that houses the kitchen and dining room in the same building at 812 N. Second Street.
Philadelphia magazine awarded Circles Best of Philly honors in 2011 for “Best New Thai”, and in 2012 and 2013 for “Best Thai Restaurant.”
FINEST INGREDIENTS
TENDEREST MEAT AND FRESHEST VEGETABLES.
Quality has always been the core of Circles Thai cuisine. Thai cooking places an emphasis on complex dishes with strong, aromatic components and a spicy edge. Dishes are designed to awaken fundamental taste senses: sweet, sour, bitter, salty, and spicy.
Enjoy traditional Thai cuisine fused with Philadelphia favorites like our Cheese Steak Spring Rolls, General Thai Chicken, and Thai Burrito.
Circles Thai proudly uses D’Artagnan Duck Meat, a premier free-range, farm to table meat distributor.
Our dishes feature local produce from Philadelphia-area farms.
Your palate will never be bored; our menu changes frequently to include Thai dishes inspired by visits to Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai and other destinations within The Land of Smiles.
DRINK WITH FRIENDS
BRING YOUR FRIENDS AND B.Y.O.
Enhance your Circles Thai experience with your favorite beverage; bring your own beer or wine to our dine-in locations.
We recommend off-dry white wines with a bit of sweetness to offset our spicier dishes and have also found that smooth, medium red wines pair exceptionally well with our meat dishes.
Or who doesn’t love a cold beer (like Singha, brewed in Thailand) with dinner? At Circles Thai we have one rule: let your palate be your guide.
#1 FOOD DELIVERY
HIGH QUALITY FOOD DELIVERED IN A TIMELY MANNER.
Get Circles Thai to come to you!
Have your Circles Thai favorites like Cheese Steak Spring Rolls, General Thai Chicken, and Thai Burritos delivered to your door. You’re not alone — Circles Thai delivers more Thai food orders than any other Thai restaurant in Philadelphia.
15th Anniversary Gift Card
Celebrate our 15th Anniversary with our special gift card. When you buy a $50 gift card, get $5 more. Can be redeemed for [...]