Cheap Eats 2006

Though Thai joints practically outnumber Craftsman bungalows in this city, Thai Noon stands out for an attention to detail on everything from crispy, vegetarian spring rolls ($3.75) to the Buddhist-themed artwork lining the walls. Curries ($7.50-$8.95) are consistently on-target here, providing the right blend of veggies, meat and traditional seasonings. House specials like the piquant chicken with eggplant ($9.95) and peanutty Pa Nang salmon ($11.95) offer relief from old standbys. Nice house cocktails, too. (KP)