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Kanlaya Thai Restaurant

4.1 (182 reviews)
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Ka pow Kai Dow with chicken
Alicia D.

The food here is always good. We usually order Pad Thai, Kapow chicken (fried or the original is always tasty) or the Pineapple Fried rice. (Their Thai tea here is also delicious) We love exploring their new menu options as well, which we did on this visit. I had the Ka pow Kai Dow with chicken and my husband had the Cashew Chicken. Both were very good, full of flavor. Kanlaya service whether in house or carry out is always fast and friendly. We visited on a Friday night at 5:30 and were immediately seated and served. The ambiance is very much what you would expect at a Thai restaurant. Though the restaurant could use a little touch up in certain spots, the restaurant appears very clean in the front of house. Give this place a try if you want an authentic Thai experience. (FYI there are no customer bathrooms in the restaurant itself, just down the hall in the shopping plaza. They are absolutely disgusting, so I'd recommend avoiding if at all possible.)

Cass O.

Had been wanting drunken noodles, so I stopped here for lunch with a friend. It was so good!!! I got a Thai Iced Tea and Drunken Noodles - the price point was great. I would note that now, I am sensitive to spice and these Drunken Noodles were spicy for me. I used to be able handle spice but not I can't :(. I would recommend stopping here!

Thai Iced Tea
Rich H.

The food was very tasty and authentic. I got Tom Kha Gai soup and massaman chicken curry (since they were out of duck) with a Thai Iced Tea. The thai tea was pretty pricey ($6) compared to what I usually see them for, but the food was excellent and spice level was great (thai hot). I always seem to get forks that look like they were purchased from Joes' Crab Shack, with one tine bent from ripping open crab claws, everywhere I go. Kanlaya was no exception. lol

Mango sticky rice. Good but really disappointed I paid $8 for a really small portion
Rothana C.

Mango sticky rice was really good. Just disappointed I paid $8 and got a really small portion

Shrimp Pad Thai
Che C.

I came across this restaurant on Door Dash. I decided to give them a try and ordered the shrimp pad Thai for delivery. I requested that my peanuts be put on the side and no scallions. The food was fresh and flavorful and everything was packaged adequately for delivery. The service is good when you can follow simple instructions. Can't speak on ambiance because it was delivery. I give it a solid 8 out of 10

Drunken Noodles with Beef

I want to support local businesses so please do stop by here if you're craving Thai food. The flavors definitely catered towards "Americanized Thai" so if you're looking for authentic Thai food, it'll be a tad disappointing. Drunken noodles 3/5. Flavor was lacking. I wish it came with more thai basil and beef instead of a bed of romaine lettuce. Ask for the spice tray if you want a spicy kick! The dinner portions were GINORMOUS and a great deal for $14. Service was good and super accommodating to our group of 8. They were even kind enough to split our checks!

Pad Thai
Alexander P.

This is one of my consistent go-to spots for Thai takeout in the Harrisburg area. Even though I live on the west shore and can find closer places, I find myself ordering from Kanlaya again and again. My wife is a huge fan of the masaman curry. I could quibble with the fact that my Tom Yum soup had only a few shrimp in it or that my pad Thai was leaking all over the inside of the bag, but ultimately the food is always delicious and delivered within a reasonable amount of time.

Shrimp Pad Thai
Ronnie T.

So I just happened to be in the Harrisburg area, and I also just happened to be craving Thai food. I found this place and automatically seemed drawn to it. I went during lunch time and was greeted by a very welcoming staff. I ordered Shrimp Pad Thai as my main dish, and a pineapple smoothie that was recommended by the waitress. The smoothie was delicious! It wasn't made with syrup or artificial sweeteners, but actual real pineapple! and it tasted out of this world! It definitely sparked my senses. The Pad thai was so bountiful, I mean they were extremely generous with the portions. The shrimp were huge and juicy, and it was cooked perfectly. So much flavor in each and every bite, I did ask for chili sauce on the side to spice things up! One thing that I'll note is that there aren't many staff during the lunch our, so be patient. I do think they do an amazing job with taking care of their patrons, while still being short-staffed at this hour. Cheers to good eats!

Drunken Noodles with fried calamari in the background :)
Eileen H.

I love Thai and I try to visit a Thai restaurant every where I go! I recently relocated to Harrisburg and tried Kanlaya for lunch. The restaurant is very clean and has an inviting atmosphere. Service was very prompt. The complimentary spring roll appetizer (two small rolls) was delicious. I also ordered calamari (something else I try every where I go!) and Drunken Noodles. Both were fantastic. The portions were good and the noodles were spicy, just like I like. Prices were extremely reasonable. $7.95 for lunch (noodles only, calamari was extra). From the time I ordered my food, it only took about 10 minutes or less for them to bring it to me and this was approximately 12 noon on a Tuesday. It wasn't too busy, and I'm not sure why! This place is delicious! I will definitely be back!

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Tasty friendly and reasonable. What's not to like? Part of an Asian mall. Cool. Add this to your rotation.

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The cuisine is authentic and delicious. The service is fast, friendly and attentive. And the atmosphere is relaxing and comfortable.

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One of my favorite places! Love the pumpkin curry! Very friendly staff and great food choices!

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So yummy but so pricey, but so worth it. Leaves you satisfied. Considering the alternative Thai restaurant in the area this one's a winner.

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