Highlights
- Great tea selection
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Hanuman - Seattle
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Hanuman at a glance
Seattle Washington Park
- 🌶️ Thai Restaurant
€€
Price per Person 21 – 30 €
mentioned by 39 of the guests
#339 out of 858 places to eat in Seattle
#7 Thai Restaurant out of 36 in Seattle
Good
7.7 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
226
Reviews
77.4%
Satisfaction
Often praised
Frequently criticized
The restaurant, a delightful Thai Restaurant in Seattle’s vibrant Washington Park neighborhood, invites you to discover its cozy charm. You’ll find a truly authentic experience at Hanuman, where the atmosphere is casual and welcoming.
One of its standout features is the great tea selection, perfect for complementing your meal. Whether you’re looking for a relaxed dinner or a quick lunch, this spot offers a memorable culinary journey.
Overview: Introducting Hanuman
Good
7.7
out of 10
226
Reviews
77.4%
Satisfaction
41
negative
10
neutral
175
positive
What people like
What people don't like
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Verdict: Our expert take on Hanuman
Food (7.6 out of 10)
mentioned by 98% of the guests
When it comes to the food, you're looking at a pretty solid experience! With a strong score of 7.6 and customer satisfaction at a good 75%, many diners rave about the delicious, fresh, and flavorful Thai dishes. Out of 136 comments, a whopping 102 were positive, highlighting generous portions, great menu variety, and excellent vegan options.
However, not every bite is perfect. About 28 comments mentioned some areas for improvement, with common feedback pointing to dishes being occasionally too sweet or bland. Some felt the food lacked authentic Thai herbs and spices, while others noted issues with oiliness or dryness in certain preparations.
It seems consistency can be a slight challenge.
Food
136
Reviews
75%
Satisfaction
28
negative
6
neutral
102
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Delicious Thai food
- Fresh ingredients
- Generous portions
What people don't like
- Often too sweet
- Lacks authenticity
- Can be bland/oily
Often praised
- foodMy experience at this restaurant was wonderful. It's a beautiful spot with delicious food. We have loved everything we have eaten here, and the ambiance simply can’t be beat.
- FoodFood:5
- Thai foodthe absolute best Thai food I’ve ever had
- dishesa good amount of their dishes can be made vegetarian or vegan
- spring rollsMy experience at this restaurant was delightful. I enjoyed the lunch special, which included cashew chicken with fresh veggies, accompanied by pad Thai and spring rolls. The atmosphere of the restaurant is very relaxing, enhanced by the soft sounds of light Jazz.
- Golden NoodlesMy partner ordered Golden Noodles also great!
- Pad ThaiEverything was excellent. Pad Thai
- green curryThe tom kha and green curry was delightful.
- noodlesthe noodles are perfect, not greasy at all
- papaya saladpapaya salad and Larb Nah. Both were fresh and tasty.
Frequently criticized
- pad seeI ordered pad see with tofu and broccoli, but it was mostly just tofu with hardly any noodles at all. It was bland and watery. Take out is NOT worth the money at all!
- Thai foodThis IS NOT THAI FOOD.
- Thai wingsThe Thai wings were just cheap fried chicken wings with some sweet sauce.
- Tom Yum soupThe Tom Yum soup was a bit bland
- chickenthey charge you an extra dollar if you choose chicken
- dipping sauceI was grossed out because the eggs weren’t really scrambled in, but rather thrown in last minute. The crab rangoons and spring rolls were tasty, but the dipping sauce tasted like cleaner. Overall, it was just 'eh'.
- eggsEggs weren’t really scrambled in, just thrown in last minute
- foodsadly the food falls short of the old Araya quality
- food freshnessthe food did not taste fresh
- fried ricefried rice didn't have any flavor
Overall, the food here is generally well-received and worth trying, especially if you appreciate fresh ingredients and generous portions. Just be mindful that some dishes might lean sweeter or occasionally lack the depth of traditional Thai flavors, so manage your expectations accordingly.
Service (7.1 out of 10)
mentioned by 63% of the guests
When it comes to service, theres a lot to appreciate here! Many guests raved about the quick service and fast delivery, often highlighting the kind and accommodating nature of the wait staff. With a good score of 7.1 and 25 positive remarks out of 36 total comments, it seems many experiences were quite pleasant, praising the attentive and friendly staff.
However, the customer satisfaction, sitting at a mixed 69.4%, suggests some areas need attention. A few diners felt rushed throughout the meal, and there were instances of an unattended front desk or issues with takeout orders like missing utensils. Some even described an unhinged' customer service response, contributing to the 10 negative mentions.
Service
36
Reviews
69%
Satisfaction
10
negative
1
neutral
25
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Quick, fast service
- Kind, attentive staff
- Accommodating requests
What people don't like
- Felt rushed often
- Poor customer service
- Unattended front desk
Often praised
- serviceThe service is attentive and friendly.
- ServiceThe food was excellent, earning a perfect score, and the atmosphere was very pleasant, rated at 4. Service was also top-notch, receiving a 5-star rating.
- staffthe staff was so kind
- commentssuggestion in a review for them to turn on their comments
- deliveryGot delivery and it arrived so fast
- kind and accommodatingthey were super kind and accommodating
- modificationsthey modified as we asked
- ownerowner is from northern Thailand so it makes sense that they'd make a good khao soi
- quick servicequick service
- wait staffThe wait staff was very nice
Frequently criticized
- customer serviceI love most of the food I get from here, but I had an unhinged customer service experience. After reading responses to other Google reviews about poor experiences, it seems like this is their standard practice.
- customer service response🤷 Welcome to your self-fulfilling prophecy. EDIT: AND CHECK OUT the extra unhinged passive aggressive gaslight response. This person was never meant to be in a business relationship with anyone.
- front deskMy experience at this restaurant was disappointing due to the service. The interior dining room was completely deserted, and while there were tables available on the patio, the front desk was unattended. After ringing the bell, we were told by a woman that they were too busy with takeout orders to seat us.
- greetingNot a particularly warm welcome
- napkinsdidn’t send napkins
- rushed mealwe felt rushed throughout the meal
- servicewe felt rushed
- takeout ordersThe interior dining room was completely deserted, and while there were tables available on the patio, the front desk was unattended. After ringing the bell, we were told by a woman that they were too busy with takeout orders to seat us. This was not a particularly warm welcome for our out-of-town guest.
- utensilsdidn’t send utensils
- waitressThe waitress was not kind
Overall, the service here seems to be a bit of a gamble. While you might get quick, friendly, and accommodating staff, be prepared for the possibility of feeling rushed or encountering some customer service hiccups, especially with takeout. If you value speed and kindness, it's worth a try, but manage your expectations.
Ambience (8.8 out of 10)
mentioned by 70% of the guests
The ambiance here truly shines, earning an impressive score of 8.8 and an excellent customer satisfaction rate of 91.5%. Guests consistently rave about the charming outside patio and lovely courtyard, often describing the atmosphere as quiet and cozy with delightful jazzy music. With 43 positive comments out of 47 total, its clear this place creates a wonderful vibe.
However, there was one instance where the music and lights were reportedly turned off prematurely, leading to a feeling of being rushed. This single negative comment among 47 suggests its an isolated incident, but it's worth noting for those who like to linger.
Ambience
47
Reviews
91%
Satisfaction
1
negative
3
neutral
43
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Lovely outdoor spaces
- Relaxing atmosphere
- Soothing jazz music
What people don't like
- Rushed departure
Often praised
- atmosphereI enjoyed the lunch special, which included cashew chicken with fresh veggies, accompanied by pad Thai and spring rolls. The atmosphere of the restaurant is very relaxing, enhanced by the soft sounds of light Jazz. I truly love this new restaurant.
- Atmospherea very lovely courtyard secluded from the street
- placeshould get 6 stars for atmosphere
- restaurantthe ambiance can’t be beat
- ambianceSo great indoors and out!
- ambiance and interiorThe portions were generous; the spring rolls alone were enough for dinner and a light lunch. The dining space is super cute, and the outside patio has some magic to it. I will definitely return on a sunny day to enjoy it.
- dining spaceoutside patio has some magic
- indoors and outAtmosphere:5
- jazz musicThey have a beautiful, quiet and peaceful outdoor space
- jazzy musicthe place itself was i intimate and charming!
Frequently criticized
- music and lightsWe arrived at 7: 15 PM and asked if we could still have dinner; we were assured it was fine. However, we felt rushed throughout the meal, with staff turning off the music and lights before we even finished our meal. The waitress was not kind.
If you're looking for a place with a fantastic atmosphere, especially outdoors, this spot is a definite winner. The beautiful patios and relaxing jazz music make it perfect for a charming meal, though you might want to confirm closing times if you plan a late, leisurely dinner.
Value (6.1 out of 10)
mentioned by 16% of the guests
When it comes to value, this spot presents a bit of a mixed bag, but leans positive overall. With 5 positive remarks out of 7 total comments, many customers found the lunch special, prices, and lunch combo to be quite reasonable, fair, and a great bang for your buck. The customer satisfaction for value sits at a solid 71.4%, which is considered good.
However, not everyone was convinced, as indicated by 2 negative opinions. Some felt it was not worth the money, especially when it came to take out, which was described as bland and watery. While the overall score for value is an 6.1, placing it in the average range, these specific concerns about takeout and general cost are worth noting.
Value
7
Reviews
71%
Satisfaction
2
negative
0
neutral
5
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Great lunch specials
- Fair prices
- Good bang for buck
What people don't like
- Takeout not worth money
- Bland, watery takeout
Often praised
- pricesThe prices were fair!!!
- lunch combothe lunch combo is a great bang for your buck
- lunch specialLunch special was a reasonable value at $15
- price$16 is a fair price for what you are getting
Frequently criticized
- moneyNot worth the money.
- take outIt was bland and watery. Take out is NOT worth the money at all! 🗑
If youre looking for a good deal, especially during lunch, this place seems to offer fair prices and solid lunch specials. However, be cautious with takeout orders, as some found them to be overpriced and disappointing. Its worth trying for dine-in value, but maybe skip the to-go option.
How are the prices at Hanuman?
On average, you’ll spend around 24 per person – based on 39 guests. That places this Thai spot in the 21 – 30 € category. For a Thai restaurant, thats comfortably mid-range.
While the average is 24, we see a good mix of diners spending a bit less, in the 11 – 20 € range, and some opting for a slightly more premium experience, pushing the average up. So, its not strictly uniform, but definitely centered in the mid-tier.
Here’s a quick look at what guests typically spend per person, based on the latest 39 reviews.
How this restaurant’s value for money stacks up against similar spots in Seattle.
Overall, we think the pricing feels pretty fair for a Thai restaurant in Seattle. It offers a good balance, catering to both those looking for a solid mid-range meal and those willing to spend a little more for a special dish. Wed say its a good value for what you get!
Customer Reviews: what people think about Hanuman
Price per Person
- 31 - 40 €
Service Intent
- Romantic Date
Group Type
- Couple
Group Size
- Couple
Visit Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
8
Delicious Thai Food with a Minor Rush
My boyfriend and I visited for our weekly date night and enjoyed some delicious Thai food 🥘. We ordered several dishes and requested modifications, which were accommodated as asked. Regarding the service, we arrived around 8: 20 PM for a restaurant closing at 9 PM.
At 8: 58 PM, the lights began to turn off and the music was turned off as well, which made us feel rushed. However, we understand that restaurants have schedules. Overall, I believe it's very worth to visit ✨.
The food is delicious, and I would also recommend trying the desserts, which were delicious as well. There's a very cute place outside for taking pictures.
- Thai food10
- modifications9
- desserts9
- service4
Price per Person
- 11 - 20 €
Service Intent
- Food Exploration
Visit Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
- Quiet
10
Exceptional Thai Food and Service!
My experience at this restaurant was truly amazing. We visited on a quiet Thursday night and were treated to some of the best Thai food we’ve ever had. I highly recommend trying the Golden Noodles if you want to explore beyond the usual Pad Thai or Pad See Ew. The service was excellent, and we are eager to return any chance we get!
- best Thai food10
- Golden Noodles9
- service10
Service Intent
- Food Exploration
Visit Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
2
Not Authentic Thai Food
My experience at this restaurant was disappointing as the food was not authentic Thai cuisine. It tasted more like something from an airport buffet, prepared by someone unfamiliar with Thai cooking. The dishes lacked essential herbs, watercress, and tofu, primarily consisting of noodles and sauce.
The Thai wings were essentially fried chicken wings with a sweet sauce, and I felt they were not worth the money. I only ate here out of necessity because I was starving and had limited options. There are amazing Thai spots very nearby.
- Thai food1
- herbs2
- watercress2
Service Intent
- Delivery
Visit Type
- Takeout
2
Disappointing Pad See Ew Takeout
I swear, this city just jerks people around. I ordered pad see with tofu and broccoli, but it was mostly just tofu with hardly any noodles at all. It was bland and watery.
Take out is NOT worth the money at all! 🗑
- pad see2
- take out1
Price per Person
- 51 - 60 €
Service Intent
- Casual Outing
Visit Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
6
Cute Patio, Average Food
My experience at this restaurant was mixed. While the patio was super cute and the service was nice, the food was just average. My beef was tender, but it was overwhelmed by too much sauce and had very little vegetables.
Overall, it was nothing special.
- food5
- beef7
- patio9
- sauce3
- vegetables3
What Hanuman offers
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Popular for
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Offerings
- Healthy options
- Vegan options
- Wine
- Beer
- Small plates
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian options
- Private dining room
- Alcohol
Dining options
- Catering
- Table service
- Dessert
- Dinner
- Seating
- Lunch
Service Options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Delivery
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Parking
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Casual
FAQs
Is parking available and is Hanuman Thai Cafe Madison accessible?
Yes, you’ll find free street parking that is usually plentiful around Hanuman. The restaurant is also fully accessible, featuring a wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, and restroom for your convenience.
What kind of dining options and dietary choices does Hanuman Thai Cafe Madison offer?
Hanuman provides a range of dining options including lunch, dinner, and dessert with table service. You can also enjoy healthy, vegan, and vegetarian options, ensuring there’s something delicious for every palate. They also offer small plates and a selection of wine, beer, and cocktails.