Blue Pacific at Hoover Food Mart

Birmingham


It may look like a convenience store but this tiny building serves up some of the best Thai food in Birmingham. As you'd expect, the place ain't fancy but the value can't be beat. Try the spicy Pad Kee Mao.


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