If you're craving authentic Thai cuisine and a great dining experience, look no further than Isaan Der, particularly their Dundas West location. Chef Ko is the best, making you feel so welcomed and appreciated, as if in her own home. Her food and hospitality are nothing short of outstanding! I recently had the pleasure of introducing some foodie friends to Chef Ko and it didn't take them long to discover they were in for a very special evening with a very special person, not just a Chef. The first course was an appetizer platter that included Calamari, Chicken Satay, Papaya Salad, Shrimp Chips, Chef Ko's amazing Golden Bags, and more. Great start! Our amazing meal continued with Panang Fish, Pineapple Fried Rice with Shrimp, a Sizzling Seafood platter, Pad Thai with Soft Shell Crab, Pad See Ew with Shrimps, and Deep Fried Fish with Mango Salad. It was all absolutely delicious, with the Pad Thai and Deep Fried Fish, being my personal favourites. Diets and self control went out the door as we finished every morsel before being surprised by dessert. We had Thai Pudding made with Coconut Blossom Sugar, and Thai Pancakes. These were light and tasty. Great finish! Not to be forgotten, however, we had some great beverages with unique presentations - Tom Yum Spiced Margarita, Buri Ram, and Bangkok Lychee Fizz. Isaan Der has been recognized with a Thai Select Classic Award, presented to Thai restaurants that achieve a high level of excellence and authenticity, while offering good value for money. Isaan Der is all of that and more. Check them out! read more

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This is my first time visiting Isaan Der, and honestly, I think I should've tried their food sooner. It was such authentic flavour and good quality food (one of our group was Thai, so she confirmed the authenticity haha) It was a group of friends, so we ordered several items to share. Hard to pick the best dish as everything was so delicious! My favourite of that night was PLA TOD (marinated deep fried Basa fish filet) limited 10 dishes(?) per day (forgot exactly how many dishes - give it a try if it's available!) We had a chance to speak with chef Ko, who is the winner of Thai Select (heard it's like Michelin star in Thai), which made our experience even more pleasant. She was so sweet and friendly! I'll definitely be back :) read more

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In the heart of Toronto's Junction neighbourhood, Isaan Der stands as a quiet testament to the profound art of Thai regional cuisine. My wife, herself Thai, and I had the distinct privilege of dining under the personal care of Chef Ko--an experience that transcended mere gastronomy. What distinguishes this establishment is not simply technique, but soul. Chef Ko presides over her kitchen with the gentle authority of one who understands that cooking is an act of generosity. Each dish arrives as an invitation to her homeland, carrying the unmistakable signatures of Eastern Thailand's culinary traditions--bold, unapologetic, and deeply nourishing. The authenticity here is not performative; it is inherent. One senses immediately that Chef Ko is not merely reproducing recipes but channelling a cultural inheritance. The warmth of Thai hospitality--that ineffable quality of making guests feel genuinely cared for--permeates every aspect of the experience, from the thoughtful pacing of courses to the evident pride with which each plate is presented. For those seeking a polished, homogenized version of Thai cuisine, look elsewhere. Isaan Der offers something far more valuable: an honest expression of regional tradition, shepherded by a chef whose personal connection to her craft is both evident and affecting. In preserving this culinary heritage on Canadian soil, Chef Ko offers not just a meal, but a meaningful cultural bridge. read more

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I very much enjoyed my food here. The inside is nice and bright, the staff are friendly and welcoming and above all, the food was soooo yummy! My wife said her shrimp dish didn't make her feel very well after when we got home, however I can't wait to come back! read more

By far one of the top Thai places in Toronto. Top quality ingredients (like fresh noodles) and everything is prepare with great care. It's not overly presented just good food. It's a very small place but super busy with takeout and delivery. You must visit an isaan derr location. You won't be disappointed. What we had: Isaan Platter (spring rolls,chicken satay, golden bags, calamari, shrimp chips, papaya salad and sticky rice) Soft Shell Crab fresh noodles pad thai Lamb Shank Massaman Curry 9 Duck Red Curry Pad Si Ew (Chicken) Three flavours fish Mango Sticky Rice Cantaloupe Tapioca read more

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Absolutely incredible experience! From the moment we walked in, you could tell this place was something special. The owner went above and beyond--taking the time to walk us through the menu, explain different dishes, and offer thoughtful recommendations based on what we liked. It made the whole experience feel personal and elevated. And I have to give a huge shoutout to our server, Earth--truly exceptional. Attentive, friendly, and so knowledgeable, they made sure everything was perfect without ever being overbearing. The food was outstanding across the board--fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You can really taste the care and authenticity in every dish. This wasn't just dinner, it was an experience. Can't wait to come back read more

Isaan Der - Thai Kitchen & Bar - Pineapple Fried Rice - Thai Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Isaan Der has multiple locations around the GTA, but the Junction location is my favourite spot for Thai cuisine in the neighbourhood. The atmosphere here is cozy with their warm color scheme and lighting, and the staff here is super friendly. Like all restaurants, there may be an occasional off day, but 9/10 times the food here does the job in satisfying my Thai cravings with well prepared, and beautifully presented dishes. They have an extensive menu of appetizers, soups, noodles, curries, and seafood dishes offering something just about every palate. Because several items on the menu has caught my attention, I've been making an effort to try something new with each visit, and have not yet been disappointed. The restaurant can get pretty busy during weekend dinner hours, but most of the time you can walk in without a reservation. The restaurant is also not wheelchair accessible. read more

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Family owned and operated, this restaurant serves amazing Thai cuisine! Clean and casual atmosphere with super friendly family members that make you feel part of their own family. The appetizers and main courses we ordered were expertly and freshly prepared. We started with Spring Rolls which were crispy outside and filled with fresh lettuce, cucumber, carrots, and cilantro - it felt as if they picked it out of the garden. The house made peanut sauce is addictive - so much so that we took some home. The tender, juicy Chicken Satay with peanut sauce was just as wonderful. Our mains of house made Isaan Der and Pad Se Ew noodles were the best we've ever had! All the sauces on the noodle dishes perfectly complimented the noodles. My husband opted for a soup main (Tom Yum) which was just as delicious. The medium spice levels we requested on our meals were perfect - just the right amount of heat with a little kick. It doesn't matter what you order here - it'll all be fresh, expertly prepared and addictive enough you'll want to come back for more. Highly recommend a visit asap! read more

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Came here for dinner with colleague and had a taste for my favorite Thai cuisine. This place did not disappoint from the ambience, staff wear traditional Thai clothes, accommodating and friendly. The food was delicious. Started off with the spring rolls shrimp Pai se we, cashew chicken and chicken red curry with generous portions. The Thai iced tea was good not too sweet! I am a fan! read more

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If judging a book by its cover was a restaurant it'd be this place. Me and my bf came in super friendly, excited and patient. We looked at the menu ahead so we already knew what we wanted. The waiter who welcomed us in let us choose where to sit as it was empty and we CHOSE to sit the furthest AWAY from the door just cause it was cold and better lit. The food was meh as it was so overpriced for an average bare minimum Thai place (we got one appetizer, one main dish -green curry, and one dessert) and the order came out to about $65. I was disappointed to overhear our waiter talk with the other waiters in the back accusing us of dining and dashing. Comments heard about threatening to call the police etc. NOT an enjoying experience feeling degraded and judged (bc we are young and it wasn't planned to go out so we were just in sweats) for mid food. If you're looking for Thai food that is overpriced, gentrified, white washed and filled with high ego, go here at this specific location. We got the appetizer for 2, portions were sad and disrespectful ($25 for portions not even enough for one person) The green curry which was watery, had a terrible ratio of ingredients to sauce. And an even worse ratio for RICE?! There was barely enough for the dish to the point you'll spend ur time worrying about to rationing it rather than actually just enjoying it. The mango sago I'm meh at, I'm not here to over exaggerate or lie I will always tell it how it is. It was only $8 so I don't mind but the fact you think it's okay to give only 4 cubes of mango and then a whole cup of coconut cream is just gross. If I cared enough to remember the name of the waiters I'd have included it but I already forgot by now. Never coming back again and will make sure to surely spread the word about this place. If I could give less than one star I would. read more

Dined in on a Monday night and it was relatively quiet. Service was fast, as we were seated immediately and the food arrived shortly after ordering. We had the Beef Khao Soi (one of our favourites for comparing between Thai restaurants) and the Lamb Shank Massaman Curry. Both dishes were packed with flavours and came at decent-sized portions. The Khao Soi noodles were more al dente, but became softer (more to my liking) as it sat in the curry broth. The beef chunks were extremely tender and had just the right amount of fat. The lamb shank was fall-off-the-bone and paired with a sweet and sour curry (courtesy of the tamarind) that gave off a fragrant peanut flavour. This was served with a side of rice. I also had a Thai Iced Tea, which was brewed in different spices (delicious) reminiscent of Fall. All in all, one of the best Thai meals I've had in the city! read more

Isaan Der - Thai Kitchen & Bar - Khao Soi (Beef) - Thai Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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The food was good. My favourite was the basil fried rice and Khao Soa. Khao Soa could have been better. The sauce was just too thin for my liking. We got the green curry and Massaman curry, and both the curries were good. The only complaint I have is that they kept the main door open, which made the restaurant very humid and hot. Overall not a bad experience read more

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Food was delicious and it was great that dishes weren't too salty Service was excellent Ambiance was great and would qualify for a romantic place! Great for anniversaries. If the restaurant is reading this - the noodles for pad see ew can improve slightly, try to achieve thinner and more al dente (it's hard to achieve but really possible) good luck read more

Isaan Der is actually opened Mondays! I had to bring my friend here because I found their fish curry was so so good! I got their fish panang curry again (thai spicy) and found it had a small kick but not very spicy at all. It was so so flavourful and came out piping hot. There was a good amount of tender fish as well. Came with a good amount of rice as well. My friend got their beef khao soi and she enjoyed it. I had a small tasting of it and it tasted like beef jerky. Service was great. read more

Isaan Der - Thai Kitchen & Bar - Thai Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Superb food - most authentic Thai food in the country. Very friendly staff. Highly recommend: Pad Thai with soft shell crab, Red Curry, and Mango Coconut Sticky Rice. read more

The interior of the restaurant was nicely designed and very aesthetically pleasing. We came on a Wednesday afternoon for lunch. There was only 1 other table but a lot of take out orders coming in so our order did take a bit of time to come out. My friend and I got the Thai iced tea and Thai iced coffee. It was very flavourful but one thing I would've liked would've been being able to adjust the sugar and sweetness level. As I am someone that doesn't enjoy the drink when it's too sweet. We decided to try an appetizer we haven't before and it was the thong pong grob. It was very unique and nothing like I have tried before, it tasted fresh with the veggies and delicious with the minced chicken. The soft shell crab fresh pad that was my favourite, it was a unique twist to my usual order of pad Thai. The flavours were all there and the soft shell crab was fried to perfection. Flavourful and crunchy. Panang curry is my favourite and they did such a great job with this dish. It was so tasty I could drink the curry broth itself straight. This is now one of my favourite Thai places and I will definitely be back! read more

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Ambience was very lively, great place to go with your friends! A lot of the dishes were decent, but some were also pretty bland

Awesomeness! The Coconut Curry is so delicious and everything is so fresh. We always feel special with the calm and kind service :)

Best traditional Thai food Their dishes are filled with flavour, spice and high quality ingredients read more

Incredibly authentic Thai food- felt like I was back in Thailand with the fresh ingredients and perfectly complex flavour profiles. The basa fish was cooked perfectly and the portion was HUGE! We also had the spring rolls, grilled ribs, papaya salad, pad see ew (we ordered the fresh chili peppers on the side so we could control how spicy it was) and don't forget to order the mango sticky rice which was delectable!! Can't wait to come back. read more

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I had a great experience from the Richmond hill location and got a craving for more great Thai food so decided to visit the Dundas location for lunch. I recommended going there for lunch as this is definitely a dinner restaurant. Lunch time was peaceful and quiet. Dishes and services were just as good as other stores. The chef made us a special dish that was out of the menu and I was amazed by the balance taste, layer of flavours and freshness of each ingredients. read more

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This is my favourite Thai place in Toronto and recommend it to everyone! It really is that good and I have tried all the popular spots. My go-tos are the pad si ew, green curry, khao soi, and spring rolls but everything that I have tried is excellent! read more

I ordered some dishes thru Ubereats. Picked here because it was highly rated but it was a disappointment. Ordered the chicken pad Thai and they claimed it's fresh noodle which I find it being mushy but there was too much veggies. Not only that none of the veggies was included in the description: broccolis, cauliflowers, carrots and snow peas which I'm allergic to. Definitely not a traditional pad Thai (lack in flavours) for $17, it wasn't worth it. The spring roll was made with too much shiitake mushroom, which over powers everything. The only thing I liked was the papaya salad and the calamari. read more

Isaan Der - Thai Kitchen & Bar - Chicken Pad Thai and papaya salad - Thai Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Was kind of debating if it should be 3.5 stars. Alas, that is not an option. We were feeling Thai food and Isaan Der was right der (there) down the street. We were able to order online through their new ordering platform. After my order was placed, I received an email confirmation with the estimated time that my order would be ready. When I popped in, my order was packaged and ready to go at a table at the front of the restaurant. An employee helped me find my order amongst a bunch of other take-out orders and I was on my way. The bag was surprisingly hefty for 2 orders of pad thai and an appetizer. We would discover that this was because of the huge portion sizes! My chicken pad thai would end up feeding me over 3 meals (that dinner, next day lunch...the next next day lunch). Part of it might have been that it was a little bit greasy for me. Even after trying to wash it down with tea it felt like it was coating my insides. The pad thai did have a lot of ideal toppings though - lots of big meaty chunks of chicken, a lot of fluffy egg, tofu, etc. read more

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I just found out this restaurant from map.but food is so delicious ,staffs so friendly,Will Come back again for other dishes read more

Isaan Der - Thai Kitchen & Bar - Thai milktea - Thai Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Love their khao soi with bouncy egg noodles and thick yellow sauce! Also comes with a side of crispy egg noodles (plus!)! I also got their pad Thai and duck red curry. Curry was flavourful and pad Thai was nice. Noodles a bit mushy but I like to add curry to make my own version of Islamic noodles! We have definitely been coming to this location in the junction for years! Keep up the good work!! Yum! read more

Very delicious penang curry, I chose it because apparently it's a fav favorite here and I definitely see why. Beef wasn't overcooked as it can be at other places. This could be my favourite penang curry ever! Portion was a lot smaller than I expected. It's the same size as the value lunch special at another famous Thai place and costs $5 more :( Overall, I would come again because I really want to try the golden bags and fried noodles! read more

Isaan Der - Thai Kitchen & Bar - Very tiny portion $18.08 + tip - Thai Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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This is our go-to Thai spot. I particularly enjoy the Pad Si Ew, but have tried most of the menu and have not been disappointed. The food is flavourful, and portion size is generous. read more

Stumbled upon this place for some early dinner! It's a cozy little place with good decor and nice service. They have good cocktails but have a limited menu. I think the drinks were a little too strong for me. They're speciality were the Golden bags which was very different and nice. It is a vegetarian option and it's totally worth a try. The portion size was huge! For mains, I ordered the pad Thai which was very average and that's why I haven't given that last star. It was nothing special! But I do feel the need to come back and try a few curries here. They did look delicious! read more

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Sadly, after going to this restaurant for year today I ordered my usual Pad Si Ew an was greatly disappointed. Instead of usual 5-6 shrimps I got only 3 with lots of veggies that usually are not served with this. Dish and or was totally tasteless.s the owner -Chef moved to the new location the quality has been declining It is very sad as I really liked their food as cooked by the owner. I have requested a refund and will no longer be ordering food there. Too bad. It is so easy to spoil a hood thing. Very unhappy customer. read more

Isaan Der specializes in traditional dishes from the North-Eastern region of Isaan which borders Laos and Cambodia. The word "Der" is like our Canadian word for "Eh" which I thought was really cool! This place brings back childhood memories of dishes that I had a when I was younger. They make Som dam (papaya salad) in different ways. The version I grew up with has tomatoes, long yard beans, fermented crab, amongst other ingredients and is quite spicy and very flavourful with lots of umami and is great to pair up with sticky rice and to sop up the juices! This place has limited amounts of pretty Golden bags that are stuffed with water chestnuts, carrots and mushrooms and served with chili sauce and are very instagram worthy apps. I saw a customer place it on his palm to photograph! The decor is very authentic to the Thai culture with Rich purple and gold's and they even have Thai words written on the walls. Dishes I enjoyed are the Golden Purse, shrimp rolls, fresh rolls with their amazing peanut sauce that I could just eat all day, som dam, fish curry which contain baby eggplants which I've never had before which was really interesting to try! I also loved their fried fish dish. One dish that is not on the menu is their hang over soup which is great for . .... You guessed it! A hangover! It's actually called Kuay Jup Yuan and it really hits the spot! My mom used to make this growing up but she couldn't find the right noodles for it so she always used udon noodles. I much prefer the thinner noodles in this dish, it's so comforting. This place also supports local breweries. They sell "Highpark Brewery" which has great tasting beers. I am in love with their Cherry Blossom Lager but it may no longer be the season for it but they have many more flavours. They also have delivery and take out as well. read more

Isaan Der - Thai Kitchen & Bar - Thai Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

$19.21 for chicken pad Thai? I would give five stars if it was more reasonably priced. As much as we liked it, it's a one time experience; too expensive to get multiple items or eat here again. read more

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Warning: Thai Extra Spicy is really spicy here. If you still wants to have friends that would eat spicy food with you, please proceed with caution. Thai Papaya Salad ($10) probably one of the most spicy items I ever ate in a restaurant. After a bite or 2, my dinner mate gave up and I have to amend the spice level for my other dish. Golden Bags ($10.99) was surprisingly tasty for a vegetarian dish! BBQ Pork + Sticky Rice ($14) Pad Kee Mao ($15) Gaeng Massaman ($15) We shared all the items and they were all a hit! I love the complexity of flavour and the use of fresh ingredients! Service here is top notch! Our waiter gave us truly Thai hospitality just like eating at the Chef's home! Reservation highly recommended even on a weeknight as the restaurant was full when we were there on a Tuesday evening! read more

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You know how we all have that food that gives us comfort? No matter what's happening in your day, it just settles your soul? For me that's Thai food and this restaurant is my favourite spot in the city. This Junction gem makes dishes that taste like they came straight from a wok in Thailand - and as someone who has worked closely with Thai food as well as travelled across the country, I feel I can make that claim. Two of my favourite options are the pad kee mao and the guaytaiw gaeng (pictured here). This soup manages to be both rich and luscious while also perfectly balanced. The best part is, Isaan Der allows you to choose your heat level and protein, which means your meal can be personalized just for you. My opinion is that this soup is a satisfying dinner always but especially on a cold winter night. read more

Isaan Der - Thai Kitchen & Bar - Guaytiaw gang with vegetables (tofu is already included in the soup). - Thai Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

If you're craving the authentic flavours of northeastern Thai cuisine, Isaan Der has you covered. Chef/owner Ko, who immigrated to Canada in 2011, has developed an extensive menu with Thai classics ranging from Fresh Rolls bursting with vegetables ($10) to delicious Pad Thai ($17) to warming Khao Soi ($16). With its spicy kick tempered by coconut milk, Khao Soi - a golden curry noodle soup - is some of the best I've had. The generous portion is served with egg noodles, lime and a choice of protein. It's not surprising that this is one of Isaan Der's most popular dishes. The Panang curry, characterized by its creamy orange sauce, fiery heat and Malaysian influences, was also highly recommended--and we were not disappointed. Takeout is available through Uber Eats, DoorDash and Foodora. read more

Isaan Der - Thai Kitchen & Bar - Thai Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Well that was a surprise. Haven't heard of Isaan Der before but saw they delivered so what the heck. And I gotta say, their Thai food was good. - Khao Soi: Really good flavour (strong coconut taste on the creamy curry), base noodles were properly firm, topping noodles were nice and crispy, shrimp was standard - Spring Rolls: Really packed, with a really tasty filling of mushrooms and taro to go with the usual carrots and glass noodles Docking a star because the portion sizes were small for the price. Both otherwise, a pleasantly delightful meal. read more

I had been told about this place for some time. I kept thinking, you know what... it can't live up to the hype. And then I ordered from it, and - well, it didn't live up to the hype, but it was very good! The Pad Thai was great, the curry was superb (one of my favourites I've had from anywhere), and the stir fried beef noodles were a delight. The one thing to be aware of is that the temperature ratings seem to be geared towards the average person - so if you pick medium, and you like spice, you're likely to be unimpressed. Medium is what I would consider "mild" or less than mild at other places. But, if you know that going in, and can order accordingly, you'll love it! read more

We just celebrated the 5th anniversary of our first date tonight at this restaurant. We found it on Google and Yelp. We loved the Fish Panang Curry, which was highly recommended by a staff member (son). We also tried the Lamb Shank Massaman Curry. We would give the Fish Panang Curry 7 out of 5 stars and the Lamb 6 out of 5 stars. Thai Ice tea was also very good. The restaurant was clean and neat. The staff (mother and son) were very busy with many take-out orders, but they remained tentative, polite, respectful, informative, helpful, cheerful, and kind. They brought us a complimentary sweet coconut dessert at the end of the meal to celebrate our anniversary. We are quite picky eaters, but Issan Der exceeded our expectations. The Fish Panang Curry, by far, was the best curry we have ever eaten around the world. We highly recommend this restaurant to anyone. Stay safe and stay healthy, everyone. read more

Isaan Der - Thai Kitchen & Bar - Fish Panang Curry is the best! We also like Lamb Shank Massanman Curry - Thai Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Wonderful Restaurant with 95% of their menu being gluten free. Service is great! This is our go to thaï restaurant and last time I went I was excited to introduce the restaurant to my friends and we were talking away and I forgot to mention that I am Celiac and they took my plate back to the kitchen and made me a new one without making me feel bad even if the mistake was mine. I highly recommend! read more

THIS is the Panang Curry that was delivered to me for $16. A fistful of white rice and one cup of curry. In it there is about 3 pieces of chicken. Never ordering or coming here again. Biggest ripoff I've ever seen. Update: Sarcasm will only get you further negativity. Considering this being the first interaction between us, I don't think YOUR approach is the correct one. As for contacting restaurant regarding the order, not possible with a delivery app as it falls on deaf ears. For fairness I will update this to 3 stars and you may rectify it if you're offering. And I will add to this review though that the food IS good. It's unfortunate the portion size for this particular dish is absurdly small for the price. The taste was completely overshadowed by portion size. Something to consider. read more

Isaan Der - Thai Kitchen & Bar - Thai Near Me - Toronto, Ontario