Yet another restaurant on my list I can finally check off. A cozy spot for casual dining, you feel…read morelike you've transported yourself to Thailand. The menu is small and of course their specialty is boat noodle soup. I like that you can choose from 3 types of noodles: wonton, rice noodle, or the thin rice vermicelli kind. You can also choose your protein: pork, beef, or braised beef. The broth was delicious! I didn't even have to add any of the condiments which was as traditional as it gets, arriving at the table in a plastic holder with chilli oil, fish sauce, sugar, etc. There are 2 sizes, small ($15) and medium ($20). My eyes are always bigger than my stomach and I struggled to finish the medium. The small would've been just right. Service with a smile.

I have been to this noodles place twice this year. The restaurant has a cozy and casual vibe. The…read morestaff were nice there. I went during the summer, and there was no air conditioning so it was pretty hot inside. However, the food was amazing. For the beef noodles, the meat was tender. The soup is rich and authentic, with the perfect balance of spice; however the portion was a bit small. I also tried the fried dumplings, it's flavorful, but the skin was a bit thick. The Thai tea was average, a little bit too sweet for me. Overall, I still like this restaurant, and will definitely come back again.

Guys WHY doesn't this place have more reviews??! Not only is the store itself an absolute goldmine…read morefor super niche Thai products but dude the gelato flavors are insane! If you like unique & Asian flavors you'll LOVE their selection. I'm talking Thai iced tea, Thai GREEN TEA (rare flavor unlocked asf, ifykyk), Milo, mango sticky rice, coconut pandan etc. like where else can you find all of these flavors under one roof? I also like that it's gelato so it doesn't feel too heavy & the texture is really nice. They also do Thai tea floats & sell warm snacks, but I didn't get to take much of a look at those since I came right before closing. Overall 10/10 hidden gem that deserves way more recognition than it has on Yelp.

Please ignore this update. I was reviewing a different vendor ("The Gluay") but Yelp decided it…read morebelonged to Kati Gelato. I have "deleted" this review and will resubmit it again! So frustrating Update: Yelp put my resubmitted review under "The Gluay". Thank you.!

P2 Thai Chicken Wings - The chicken wings were okay, quite fragrant…read more P3 Chef Nuit's Pad Thai - The stir-fried noodles were on the sour side, not highly recommended. P4 Pad Gra Prow - The best dish! We chose mild spicy, which wasn't spicy at all. P5 Khao Soi - Golden noodles, very delicious, the coconut milk flavor permeated the noodles, and the meat was quite tender. P6 Pad See Ew - It tasted like wide rice noodles, delicious! We chose beef and extra shrimp. P7 Coconut Sorbet - Coconut milk ice cream, not bad, a little too sweet, and had a little bit of coconut meat. Mango Sticky Rice - The mango sticky rice was average, nothing particularly delicious. P8 Thai Iced Tea - A little sweet and a little too sweet. Fresh Coconut Water - Very refreshing and fresh coconut water. Compared to other Thai restaurants in Toronto, this one was the best!

Started off with the shrimp chips, which were incredibly crispy and flavorful, the portion was…read moregenerous and great for sharing. For the main course, the beef pad see ew arrived piping hot; although it was a little on the saltier side, the flavor was amazing, and I loved the chili oil on the side. The highlight of the meal was the mango sticky rice. They nailed the mango-to-rice ratio, which is something many places that have this dessert struggle with. Service was super attentive and friendly throughout the evening.

My husband and I visited Lao Lao Bar on Monday night for the first time. We were seated right away…read moreand given menus. Our waitress was very friendly and super helpful. We ordered 2 cocktails to start with the tapioca dumplings and green papaya fritters. The drinks came out immediately. I had the Tincture Perfect, which was outstanding. It was the perfect mix of sweet, sour, floral and bitter. I loved it! My husband had the Unit 75 which he really enjoyed. The grapfruit bitters rounded out the sweetness of the Chambord and the sourness of the lemon. We decided to order another cocktail each just as our food arrived. I had the I Have a Lychee Secret. It was a little on the sweet side, but was very yummy. I loved the black pepper on top but didn't really taste much cilantro. My husband had La Passionista which was great. It was so well-balanced and flavourful. The dumplings were AMAZING! The butterly pea infused tapioca gave the perfect bouncy, chewy texture to the outside and the mushroom and radish centres were so tasty. Our waitress explained that they should be eaten in a lettuce cup with cilantro, mint and peanuts. YUM! Such a flavour bomb. The only thing I would have changed would be to add some sort of a spicy, salty, sour dipping sauce like a nuoc cham. The green papaya fritters were also just fantastic. They were crispy, crunchy and the dipping sauce was a little spicy and sweet. All in all, we really enjoyed our meal and would 100% return. I have already reccomended them to others.

Venue: 5/5 Lao Lao…read moreBar has a fun, lively vibe that works whether you're coming for a casual meal or a night out. The space feels welcoming and comfortable, and it's the kind of place you can settle into without feeling rushed. The tables can feel close, but everyone is in their own conversations so it's lively in the atmosphere. Parking is on the street or a green P garage minutes walk away. Service: 5/5 Service was excellent from start to finish. Friendly, attentive, and quick when it mattered, without hovering. Everything came out smoothly and the pacing of the meal never felt rushed. Just make sure to let server know of any allergies as there are nuts used in cooking. Food: 5/5 The Thai milk tea was super refreshing and easily one of the best I've had. The beef salad is a must order for its bold flavors. For mains, the drunken noodles and pineapple fried rice were great complements to the beef massaman curry. They also have lunch menu at a smaller portion for a quick bite during the week.

Si Lom Thai Bistro demonstrates a sincere commitment to authentic Thai culinary expression--a…read morerestaurant positioning itself as an upscale encounter with regional cuisine executed with evident technical knowledge. Service personnel, many with genuine Thai heritage, execute their roles with palpable passion for the menu's cultural context. The kitchen approaches classical Thai flavor constructions with respect, evident in the balance of fundamental taste components--the interplay of spice, acid, and umami articulation. Signature preparations achieve notable authenticity, with ingredients selected for both quality and cultural accuracy. The soft shell crab pad Thai exemplifies the kitchen's willingness to honor tradition while exploring thoughtful variation. The dining environment presents an aesthetically refined space, though observations regarding atmospheric density suggest opportunities for enhanced comfort optimization. The pricing structure reflects aspirational positioning within Toronto's Thai dining landscape--a consideration worth acknowledging when evaluating value proposition relative to alternative establishments. The establishment's restrictive approach to dietary accommodation--particularly regarding plant-based protein substitution in curry preparations--represents a notable limitation for certain guest profiles, warranting consideration in advance planning. Si Lom Thai Bistro offers a competent, earnest interpretation of Thai cuisine, executed by personnel who understand and respect the tradition. The experience appeals to those seeking sophisticated Thai dining executed with cultural literacy, though contextual factors merit thoughtful consideration.

Good portion sizes, pretty good taste, friendly and efficient service. Bonus points for the super…read morecolourful decor that gave the place a lively vibe. Stopped by for lunch and got: - Khao Soi Pu Nim: Curry was thick and tasty. Decent size for the soft shell crab. - Tom Yum Fried Rice with Shrimp: Great heat and strong flavours with the rice. Would have liked a bit more shrimp. - Laab Calamari: Well copled though weirdly a bit bland. Overall, a pretty good Thai spot if you're in the area.

My two favorite things to order are…read more Mackerel fried rice. Fusion dish that makes sense. Lemongass meets smokey katsuobushi. Huge portion size. Islamic noodles. Good balance of spicy, sweet, salty and rich. This time I discovered two new dishes and they were excellent! Rolled tofu skin with shrimp Deep fried frog legs. Highly recommend these dishes for your next trip to Koh Lipe!

Service was excellent and quick - we were there maybe 45 minutes total…read more Food was amazing!! I eat pad Thai in every city I visit and this may be the best yet since I first had pad Thai in college many many years ago. Been chasing that epic pad Thai for years and think I finally found it. Amazing depth of flavor. Partner got the Islamic noodles, which he thought were excellent as well, rich flavor and very well made. Would happily eat again. The only issue I had which made me knock off a star is that the glass and silverware had an odd scent, like the smell your glasses have if there's food stuck in your dishwasher filter -- if you know that scent you know what I mean. Just smelled funky and honestly the smell was ruining the taste (smell and taste are so closely linked) so I drank out of my own water bottle I had brought and grabbed a plastic fork to eat with which did solve the issue but still...less than ideal

I'd heard about Sum Tum Jinda for a while -- it's Michelin-selected, and I believe one of their…read moreThailand locations actually received a Michelin star (not 100% sure, but that's the reputation). That alone made me curious, and after finally trying it, I get the hype. The place was packed and clearly very busy, but despite that, the servers were genuinely friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better, and ambience was good! Food-wise, everything we ordered was solid: * Pad See Ew was flavorful and well-balanced * Kor Moo Yang was juicy and perfectly grilled * Pad Woonsen Chaong was also delicious and comforting Overall, the flavors really worked for my palate. I personally liked this more than Koh Lipe. I also enjoy Pai -- honestly, I like most Thai spots -- but there's something about Toronto Thai food that just hits different. I've had Thai food in New York, London, and Seoul (and quite a lot of it), and somehow Toronto still does it better Bottom line: very satisfying meal, great energy, and food that lives up to the reputation. I'm glad I finally tried it and would definitely come back.

I've heard many good things about this Michelin recommended restaurant in Thailand. It's always…read morepacked at night so I was glad we walked in during lunch time on a Monday and was able to get a table immediately. After doing some hard scrolling through the online menu, we ordered the: Som Tum Tod - fried papaya salad (mild spicy) Kor Mu Yang - pork jowl Pad Kra Pao - Minced chicken rice (medium spicy) While all 3 dishes were flavourful our favourite dish was the fried papaya salad. The sauce combined with the fresh and fried papaya was refreshing and not oily at all. Our next favourite was the incredibly tender pork jowl with a dipping sauce to enhance the flavour. It was chewy and not fatty. Lastly, the pad kra pao was average as the rice was a bit moist but the minced chicken was flavourful. I would come back to try more of their dishes and I'm glad to have a taste of authentic northeastern Isan cuisine in the heart of Toronto. The fact that the entrance is down a flight of unassuming stairs tucked under a steel staircase adds to the vibe of the place. The menu was a bit hard to navigate

Le Lert is a lovely hidden gem that serves really interesting Thai fusion dishes and drinks. From…read morethe outside you can't see what a big and pretty restaurant it is inside. I've tried the Tom yum prawn spaghetti and khao soi, both of which have really authentic strong, rich and punchy Thai flavours. Some of the cocktails and desserts also have interactive components like flambé, which makes the experience quite interesting. Service is friendly and the space is clean. Will definitely be back to try more of their menu.

The food and food presentation at Le Lert is fantastic. We tried the Pad Thai, Grilled Pork…read moreSkewers, Chicken Pad Krapow and a samosa-like appetizer, all were excellent. Service was very friendly. Normally this would be a 5-star review, but there were a few things that stopped that... the dining room is just way too bright, I prefer more comfortable, lower lit environments to elevate the overall experience. We ordered an appetizer, which came out first, but then they didn't give us the time to finish it. The main dishes came out right after, so we were rushed. Lastly, there were some items on the dinner menu we wanted to try, but they refused, only brunch items were available. Food portions were good, but could have been bigger. Ignoring all of that, the food is amazing. If you're into Thai food, this place is a must.

Arrived around 9:30pm and the staff were super sweet and accommodating! The vibe is cute and…read morespacious, perfect for a chill dinner. As for the food: the Pad Thai was okay, but the Khao Soi was a letdown for me. It felt a little watered down and missed that creamy coconut depth and umami punch I like from a khao soi. Tho we didn't order a lot to fully judge the food, I'm still very undecided on whether I'd return.

More of a disappointing experience revisiting a year after. Not sure if it's a change in quality…read morebut it wasn't as good as when I first tried it. Pad thai: Quite soggy and the flavours were below average compared to other spots I've had. Pad see ew: Similar to the pad thai the flavours weren't quite hitting the same way I had tried before. Overall, disappointing as it was a great quality spot when they first opened and seemed like they downgraded.

This was my first time at Khao San Road, and I was pleasantly surprised. I ordered Pad Thai and…read morecurry, and the flavors were quite authentic Thai, with a good balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy--not an overly modified taste. The portions were decent, and the presentation was quite appetizing. The atmosphere inside was lively and a little crowded, but that actually gave it a more Southeast Asian street food vibe. Service was okay, but you might have to wait a bit during peak hours. Overall, it's a Thai restaurant I would definitely visit again.

My friend and I came here for dinner on a Wednesday evening. It was very busy, but we were able to…read moreget a table after a short wait. Food: I ordered the garlic tofu to start. It was breaded in panko and was very good! For my entree, I ordered the tofu/veggie panang curry. This was surprisingly not as liquid as I was expecting. However, it was very good! Service: Service was friendly but a tad slow. They were quite busy though, so it was understandable. Our server was busy running around the entire time we were there. TL;DR - good food and reasonably slower service when busy.