RosaRibera Posted May 3, 2018 Report Share Posted May 3, 2018 Chef Pian's Thai Restaurant is at a new location in Ajijic !!! See posting October 9 2018. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bisbee Gal Posted May 3, 2018 Report Share Posted May 3, 2018 Is there a relationship between this new restaurant and Pien Tapetate Thai restaurant on Hidalgo in Ajijic? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RosaRibera Posted May 3, 2018 Author Report Share Posted May 3, 2018 Quote Oh Yes! Pian was the chef at Tepate. Now he is the new owner/chef of Baan Thai. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willie Posted May 3, 2018 Report Share Posted May 3, 2018 Seems pricey to me..... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComputerGuy Posted May 3, 2018 Report Share Posted May 3, 2018 In the post about Bobby's new place, I suggested the food better be really, really good at those prices. I'm going to have to say the same here, with a caveat: I make egg drop soup all the time. It's a chicken/mushroom broth (cheap, because it's just water in which chicken bones have been boiled) and an egg, with some chopped up green onions. It is a base staple in Asia. Like tortillas and rice. 80p is ridiculous. Unless they've created something truly mind-boggling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted May 3, 2018 Report Share Posted May 3, 2018 14 minutes ago, ComputerGuy said: Unless they've created something truly mind-boggling. You have to eat it using chop sticks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wookie Posted May 4, 2018 Report Share Posted May 4, 2018 I think the time involved in procuring items and food, cooking, money for waitstaff, accountants, employee benefits, equipment, utilities, rent, etc. Is sorely overlooked when prices are discussed. Running a restaurant is a little more expensive and complicated than merely cooking at home. 5 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComputerGuy Posted May 4, 2018 Report Share Posted May 4, 2018 That sounds like you, Wookie. So 80p flavoured water is a good price for you. What would you pay for a creamed soup... $200? Go for it. 1 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ficklepie Posted May 4, 2018 Report Share Posted May 4, 2018 14 hours ago, ComputerGuy said: It is a base staple in Asia. Like tortillas and rice. 80p is ridiculous. It seems you've forgotten that you're not in Asia, dude. So egg drop soup made by a Thai chef living in the backwaters of Mexico costs 80 pesos? Big whoop. Settle on your 25 pesos burgers from the plaza in San Antonio. 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComputerGuy Posted May 4, 2018 Report Share Posted May 4, 2018 I don't see how location has anything to do with it. It's broth and an egg. Backwaters? Wow. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gringal Posted May 4, 2018 Report Share Posted May 4, 2018 52 minutes ago, ComputerGuy said: I don't see how location has anything to do with it. It's broth and an egg. Backwaters? Wow. I finally looked at the menu, and noted that the prices are at the top of the range for local Asian food, so yes, it better be good. My favorite place is Chopsticks, where it isn't fancy but it's GOOD. There, they serve you 5 large potstickers for 50 pesos, a considerably better deal than what's listed for similar dishes on the new Thai restaurant's menu. So, I await a report from those who try it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joco69 Posted July 6, 2018 Report Share Posted July 6, 2018 On 5/3/2018 at 3:53 PM, RosaRibera said: He is a great chef but I still prefer Tepate who continues as before offering same great food at reasonable prices On 5/3/2018 at 3:53 PM, RosaRibera said: On 5/3/2018 at 3:53 PM, RosaRibera said: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mainecoons Posted July 7, 2018 Report Share Posted July 7, 2018 On 5/3/2018 at 7:13 PM, Wookie said: I think the time involved in procuring items and food, cooking, money for waitstaff, accountants, employee benefits, equipment, utilities, rent, etc. Is sorely overlooked when prices are discussed. Running a restaurant is a little more expensive and complicated than merely cooking at home. I agree but why does it seem restaurants are the most inflationary thing these days next to Ajiic real estate? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wookie Posted July 7, 2018 Report Share Posted July 7, 2018 And don't forget gas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bdlngton Posted July 7, 2018 Report Share Posted July 7, 2018 I don't see any combination plates on the menu like those offered at Tepetate. Am I mistaken about that? I like a variety of tastes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curmudgeon Posted July 7, 2018 Report Share Posted July 7, 2018 Yes they have at least 4 combination plates on a chalkboard. This is one of my "go to" places. I wonder whether any of the price complainers here have actually eaten there. Very good value imho. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComputerGuy Posted July 7, 2018 Report Share Posted July 7, 2018 What a curmudgeon. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Greenwood Posted July 8, 2018 Report Share Posted July 8, 2018 We’ve dined here twice ( always enjoyed his food at Tepetate) ...drunken noodles and a chicken dish off the specials section of the menu . Both cooked well and served hot with plenty of heat as requested. Prices very reasonable ....of course the shrimp dishes are a little higher...the price of shrimp has increased drastically over the past few years ...it’s now almost half N O B . Wine prices about normal . All in all pleasant experience , good service , nice surroundings....we will of course return . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RosaRibera Posted October 9, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 9, 2018 Chef Pian's new location October 2018 Chef Pian Thai Kitchen is now located at the following address: Hidalgo #35A , AJIJIC Between Juarez and Aquiles Serdan Go South on Colon, West on Hidalgo, past Juarez. Orange building on North side of the street. CHEF PIAN's on the sign. Tel 376-766-2881 Days/Hours Monday to Saturdays 12:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Closed Sunday. Thai Food Prepared by a Thai Chef. Comida Tailandesa Preparado por Thai Chef. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cedros Posted October 9, 2018 Report Share Posted October 9, 2018 What is at the Colon location now? It still looks open. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bisbee Gal Posted October 9, 2018 Report Share Posted October 9, 2018 Isn't the "newest" location of Pian Thai at Hidalgo #35B practically next door to Tepatate Thai which is at Hidalgo #31? Or are they going back in business together (Chef Pian having left Tepatate Thai earlier this year to open his own place on Colon)? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RosaRibera Posted October 9, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 9, 2018 The Colon location is closed. Chef Pian is still on his own, in his own new place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suegarn Posted October 10, 2018 Report Share Posted October 10, 2018 I prefer the food at Tepatate Thai. Love their Chicken Pad Thai and their crispy vegetable rolls, especially! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justsayin Posted October 11, 2018 Report Share Posted October 11, 2018 I also much prefer the food at Tepatate Thai. Love the Pad Ped and their starters. I tried 3 times (on different days) to go to Pian when he was on Colon and he was always closed. Chopsticks is another favorite for me. Great food and great prices and the owners are wonderful too. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bisbee Gal Posted October 11, 2018 Report Share Posted October 11, 2018 Tepetate Thai's salads (green papaya, then add a protein) and their starter of chicken larb are excellent (and both large enough for a filling meal). Have eaten there both before their former chef Pian left and since he's been gone and the food at Tepetate has remained at the same high quality. Chief Pian's place on Colon was not inviting...dark dining area. I did get a small carryout order once and it was fine (just some spring rolls). We like the upstairs seating at Tepetate as it is open, light filled. Will have to see what Pian's new place a few doors from Tepate has to offer seating-wise. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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