Tucked away on a side street in Birmingham's city center, that Thai place is a cozy spot where the aroma of lemongrass and chili hits you as soon as you walk in. The pad thai is reliably good—tangled noodles with just the right balance of sweet and tangy—but I keep going back for their green curry, rich with coconut and a kick of heat. It's not fancy, just solid, comforting food that tastes like it's made with care, served by staff who remember your order after the first visit. Thai restaurant Birmingham