About Us | Phad Thai Pacita — Chef Mommy Ancharee's Story

Chef Mommy Ancharee holding a fresh plate of Thai Fried Rice in the Phad Thai Pacita kitchen

Where It All Began

Born in 2016, Rooted in Thailand

Phad Thai Pacita was founded in 2016 by Chef Mommy Ancharee — a Thai chef who brought her homeland's culinary traditions across the sea to Pacita Complex, San Pedro, Laguna. Armed with authentic recipes, a deep respect for proper Thai cooking techniques, and an unstoppable desire to share genuine flavours, she opened a modest kitchen that would become Laguna's most loved Thai dining destination.

In a market flooded with watered-down Thai-inspired dishes, Chef Anchee stood firm in her commitment to cooking the real thing. Every plate of Phad Thai noodles uses the same balance of tamarind, fish sauce, and fresh aromatics as you would find on the streets of Bangkok. Every Phad Khapao is wok-tossed over high heat with authentic holy basil — never a substitute.

Over nine years, word of mouth grew the brand from a neighbourhood secret to a household name throughout San Pedro, Biñan, and Cabuyao. With over 15,000 Facebook followers and 12,000 check-ins, Phad Thai Pacita has become the go-to Thai table for the Laguna community — celebrated not just for the food, but for the warmth and generosity that Chef Anchee pours into every order.

What We Believe

Why We Cook the Way We Do

Authenticity Above All

Every recipe we use comes directly from Thailand. We do not cut corners with substitute ingredients, simplified methods, or generic spice blends. If it is not the real thing, it does not leave our kitchen. This commitment to authenticity is the foundation that everything else is built on.

Cooking with Heart

Chef Mommy Anchee cooks every dish as if she is feeding her own family. The care, the seasoning, the presentation — they all reflect years of love poured into the craft. Customers do not just taste the food; they feel the warmth behind it. This is what keeps people coming back time and again.

Community First

Phad Thai Pacita was built for the people of Laguna. Generous servings, accessible service hours, party tray options for celebrations — every aspect of the business is designed around what the community actually needs. We are proud that families, barkadas, and offices all share the same table here.

Our Values

Five Principles We Live By

Genuine Thai Craft

We uphold authentic Thai cooking methods — wok hei, proper aromatics, and time-honoured spice ratios — without shortcut or compromise.

Generosity in Every Serving

A plate from Phad Thai Pacita is always a full plate — generous portions are not a bonus here, they are the standard.

Freshness Every Day

We prepare fresh every day we are open, never serving food that was cooked the night before — quality over volume, always.

Accessibility

Thai cuisine should be for everyone — we make authentic food available to the whole Laguna community through dine-in, pick-up, and delivery.

Philippine–Thai Heritage

We celebrate the bridge between Thai and Filipino culture — two warm, food-loving peoples united by the joy of sharing a meal together.

Our Journey

Nine Years of Thai Flavour

2016

Phad Thai Pacita Opens

Chef Mommy Ancharee launches Phad Thai Pacita in Pacita Complex, San Pedro, Laguna — bringing authentic Thai street food recipes to a Laguna community hungry for the real thing. The kitchen is small but the flavours are unmistakably genuine.

2017–2018

Word Spreads Across Laguna

A growing base of regulars from San Pedro, Biñan, and surrounding barangays begins sharing posts and recommendations on Facebook. The signature Phad Thai noodles and Phad Khapao rice meals establish the brand's identity as Laguna's most authentic Thai kitchen.

2019

Party Trays Take Off

Demand for large-format party trays grows as local families discover that Phad Thai Pacita is the perfect caterer for birthdays, reunions, and celebrations. The tray menu expands to include all signature dishes and becomes a key part of the business.

2020–2021

Pandemic Resilience

Like all restaurants, Phad Thai Pacita navigates the challenges of the pandemic with community support. The brand pivots to delivery and takeaway orders, deepening its connection with loyal customers who continue to call in orders throughout the period.

2022

Relaunch and Renewed Energy

After navigating the pandemic years, Phad Thai Pacita reopens with renewed energy and expanded offerings. Instagram activity picks up significantly with new food photography showcasing the full menu range — from noodles to Thai coolers.

2025–2026

15,000 Facebook Followers

Phad Thai Pacita reaches over 15,000 Facebook likes and 12,000 check-ins — a testament to nine years of consistent quality and community trust. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 11 AM to 11 PM, the kitchen continues to serve the Laguna community with the same authentic recipes that started it all.

Phad Thai Pacita kitchen and dining atmosphere

Ready to Taste

Come Dine with Chef Anchee

Whether you are stopping by for a solo plate of Phad Thai, ordering a party tray for your next celebration, or simply craving a cold Thai cooler on a hot afternoon — Phad Thai Pacita is open and ready to serve you.

Visit us in Pacita Complex, San Pedro, Laguna from Tuesday to Sunday, 11 AM to 11 PM. Call ahead for party tray orders or send us a message on Facebook. We love hearing from you.

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