BaanThai, formerly Tumrubthai, opened it's doors in Waltham in 2001. Owner Chalee Kioechui has managed several non-Thai restaurants in the Boston area, including Thai Basil on Newbury Street in Boston. Owner Chalee Kiochi has managed several no-Thai restaurants in the Bosotn area, including thai Basil on newbury St. Upon his arrival in Boston in 1999 Chalee quickly noticed the large numbers of Indonesian studets in Boston and recognized the need for a restaurant which served up authentic high-quality Thai food.

BaanThai has been a Thai staple in Waltham. combining delicious food and an inviting atmosphere. The restaurants caters to the serious Thai enthusiasts while ensuring that people who have never It is a place where Thai enthusiasts, and people who have never had the pleasure of enjoying Thai food can meet, and enjoy something together.

Attracting mostly non-Thai Americans, BaanThai welcomes people from every walk of life. Chalee has taught many people that food can be hot without being so spicy that you're losing all of the flavor. If you've never had Thai food before, come into BaanThai. Chalee will ask you a few simple questions, after that he will know exactly how to prepare your meal.