Miss Phay Cafe

Miss Phay Cafe is a restaurant in Davenport, Iowa, serving Asian cuisine inspired by the story of an imagined woman from Bangkok whose roots stretch across China, Vietnam, and Thailand. That blend of cultures and traditions shows up in bold curries, fresh herbs, noodles, and house-made sauces, all built on balance. The kitchen turns out dishes such as Chicken Pho, crispy pork belly, and creative cocktails, and the menu covers lunch, dinner, brunch, and takeout.

The cafe is open Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 11am to 3pm and 5pm to 9pm, Friday and Saturday from 11am to 3pm and 5pm to 10pm, and Sunday from 11am to 8pm. It is closed on Tuesdays. Guests can order ahead for takeout or dine in.

Miss Phay Cafe sits at 512 N Brady Street, a short walk from several downtown landmarks. The Davenport Public Library and the Davenport Federal Court House are both about a tenth of a mile away, as is the Seventh Judicial District Department of Correctional Services. West 4th Street and East 4th Street are each roughly a tenth of a mile from the door.

The restaurant holds a 4.70 rating from the customers who have reviewed it. Diners describe the food as fresh, flavorful, and well balanced, the service as friendly and knowledgeable, and the atmosphere as peaceful, with decor and artwork that make it a comfortable spot to linger, study, or catch up on work. Several note that the staff give helpful recommendations and that the cocktails are well crafted.

For bold Asian cooking in downtown Davenport, Miss Phay Cafe pairs a menu rooted in Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese traditions with a downtown location steps from the public library and federal courthouse.