Easy street parking and a whole lotta bang for your buck make this Thai palace number one among neighborhood and city dwellers alike. The large attractive dining room seats about 30 comfortably, and the kitchen cranks out fresh vegetable dishes and spicy seafood entrees daily. Try the Royal Thai prawns or vegetable dumplings for an appetizer and the ginger chicken for an entree. Other dishes include kee mow (stir-fried noodles, lettuce, carrots, onions, bell peppers, bean sprouts, tomatoes and basil leaves), green curry, and Royal Thai Tofu. Lunch specials include an appetizer of your choice, soup (try the Tom Yum) and an entree, all for just $5.50. BYOB.

Average cost: <$10

Centerstage Reviewer: Michelle Burton