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Came with a friend. It wasn't busy but got busier as the evening progressed. Night and day experience. I tried something new which was the boiled as fried chicken with consomme. It was just eh. The fried chicken was good. The boiled chicken had zero flavor and my cat wouldn't event touch it. The consommé was boring and flavorless. The curry puffs were still very good. Thai tea was unimpressive. The service was awful. Which is shocking bc usually they are friendly. I attribute it partially to the large parties that started coming in. However, I draw the line at the server showing it very obviously that you are annoying them. It will be a while before I return!
Flavorful is the main word I think about when I think of this place. Everything has so much flavor and is so mouthwatering good! Have literally tried the whole menu at this point and I have not been disappointed once! I really really enjoy their green Thai tea, probably the best I've had honestly but all of their drinks are good like the regular Thai tea and matcha. Our fave dishes are the fried rice and the pork belly with tofu. I'm also a huge fan of their soups. Plates and inside are aesthetically pleasing and service is pretty good too!
Shoutout to my girl, Leena, for recommending this restaurant when I was visiting. I went with my girls here, and the food was delicious. I ordered their basil fried rice, and it was well-seasoned. Also, I enjoyed their basil strawberry lemonade, and it was refreshing. The waiter was kind and professional to us, and there were decent seating areas. If you visit Tucson and look a Thai place, I'd recommend you this one out!
Tried the new Kin Dee Thai, located in the Williams Center where Monkey Burger used to be. The restaurant is clean, open, inviting, and surprisingly (to me!) busy on a Wednesday afternoon. My favorite dining companion (my hub doesn't count because he is not an adventuresome eater) and I were looking forward to something new and we were not disappointed. We started with the Kin Dee Satay, presented as four glasses of the most tender and tasty chicken on sticks, peanut sauce, a pickled cucumber/carrot/parsnip? salad and toast soldiers. For her entree, my pal had the braised beef curry, delish and so tender. Puff pastry pieces accompanied, perfect for sopping up the luscious peanut sauce. I was torn between two favorites: Tom Kha soup and Shrimp Pad Thai. I went with the Pad Thai and it was excellent. Tom Kha, see you next time.
I came here with a friend to try out a new to us Thai place. The Thai iced tea was very cute but too sweet and tasted mostly of milk. The chicken basil I got and the pad kee Mao my friend got were indicated as spicy on the menu but both were not. The pad kee mao was savory and saucy which my friend loved. The chicken basil sauce almost tasted sweet to me and I needed to add a lot of chili oil to balance it out. The chicken and rice in the dish were good and it was a generous portion. The mango sticky rice was okay. The rice was deliciously sweet but the mango was not ripe and therefore a bit sour and I wish instead they would not sell it unless it was mango season.
We tried this place for the first time and I left happy. We got the Curry puffs were good it was a Thai style empanada stuffed w curry potatoes onion and pickled cucumbers My husband got the #46 Pad Kee Mao I got the #41 Thai Chicken Basil it was fresh flavorful and the service was fantastic the ambiance is sleek modern and very cool. I loved the presentation it was excellent I will be back the tally was $42 not bad it was well worth it. The Portions were huge!!
Best Thai food I've had in Tucson. Amazing presentation and flavors. The service was impeccable and the ambiance is relaxing and casual. Absolutely in love with this place. Highly recommend this restaurant!
Ok, I am super critical of Thai restaurants that claim to be authentic. I was able to spend several weeks in Thailand and finding something that isn't over sweetened and Americanized is hard. That being said, this place is very very close to I enjoyed chicken basil. Was only slightly sweetened compared to what I'm used to. Also it was extremely flavorful. The servers were awesome and explained things to everyone who had questions. I sat at their bar for ease. They have a very cute outdoor seating area and I love the mix of desert and Thai vibe they have going. I think it's very well done.
I've been wanting to try this place for a while now and I finally got the chance. I sat at the bar with a friend and tried several menu items. The bar attendants were friendly and the food came out quickly. It's a good place to watch sports for those who are into that kind of thing. The night I was there they had several TVs tuned into different events. I had the crab fried rice, curry puffs, and mango sticky rice. It was a tough decision because there were several things on the menu I wanted to try, plus their really cool-sounding drinks. The fried rice was so delicious, and a large portion, so I got to take some home. The curry puffs had such a great flavor and would be filling on their own if you were up for a smaller portion. The mango sticky rice was sweet yet not too sugary, the rice had just the right amount of sugar and the mango supplied the rest! I'm looking forward to returning to try more menu items soon!
This place was a lot bigger inside than expected. I got the ube matcha which was very delicious, and I am picky about my matcha drinks. The food was just ok. I got fried shrimp and one of the pieces still had batter on it, so I couldn't eat it. Personally, we wouldn't come back for the food but maybe for the drinks.
I loooove Thai but just haven't found THE place in Tucson yet. There are a couple of "solid" offerings in town (including their sister restaurant Tuk Tuk) but not rave-worthy like I've had in Chgo or Phx... until now. Kin Dee's family story is well represented by Chelsea and other reviewers so I'll just dive in. The venue itself is above-norm, approaching casual elegance vs typical SE Asian touristy. The wait time to order during peak times, as others have flagged, is long but tolerable. Fortunately, food delivery is prompt and absolutely delicious. We got the Khao Soi Braised Beef #23 and the Garlic Pork w/ Thai Style Omelette #39. The braised beef was ample for the serving and ridiculously tender, albeit with a few fatty edges. The broth is also curry-based which was a persuasive factor to motivate me away from my normal faves: green or yellow curry (I love that spicy/coconut-milk combo). The garlic pork was even more ample in protein and was just as much a feast for the palate as for the eyes. The (naturally colored) blue rice and whipped egg were great accompaniments to the lightly sauced if slightly dry (lean) pork. We washed everything down with a bottle of house cabernet (the vineyard was not memorable Lol) but at $20, it was reasonably priced. We took some of the garlic pork to-go so that we could enjoy their dessert of the day (not on the menu so just ask) mango sticky rice! At $9 it too was priced within reason. The mango was excellent - a whole, sliced, ripe, no bruises, yet still firm mango (the decisive factor so often missed) and the rice was just the right texture and (equally crucial) warmed! Notes: Parking is free/easy in this medium-sized strip mall. Although on the higher pricing end, Kin-Dee remains a good Thai dinner buy. Also, any dish that isn't otherwise pictured with rice (but ought to come with it, such as Tom Kha) will cost extra for that side. Finally, be mindful that tax is included into the "sub total" that you are given for tip calculations.
The interior will beautiful! Lots of lights and open space. And polite servers! A new Thai place in town with a more limited meal that appears less customizable than other Thai places, BUT with a try. When I say less customizable, I mean that I don't see spice level or protein adjustments mentioned on the menu, unlike at other Thai places. Thai tea and coconut water drinks were excellent. Refreshing and not overly sweet. If you like sweeter drinks, maybe it's not for you. The Garlic Shrimp rice dish was perfectly flavored with blue rice. Definitely will get again. The only surprise here was the shrimp itself was not crispy, but the flavors are there. The Shrimp Pad Thai was on point. The flavors you want from a Thai place are here for sure! The Mango Sticky Rice desert is the perfect balance of sweet mangos with cooked sticky rice and a coconut sauce to bring the dish together nicely.
Came here on a Friday night and was surprised to be seated right away. They have a wall that can open up to the patio and they had it open since the weather was nice. It's important to note that there is a cigar bar located next door. With the wall open at allowed for the smell of strong cigar smoke to enter the building. Those on the patio eating were making comments about it as well. Smell is important when it comes to food and this made for a less than desirable dining experience. We started with the curry puffs which came out much smaller than they appear in the picture on the menu. But the flavor was great. The chicken satay tasted good as well, but was also small compared to other Thai places. I also ordered the Kruah Gai noodle which was tasty. Overall the food tasted great. I just wish the cigar smoke wasn't overwhelming and the portions on the appetizers were larger.
Thai food that was really something different! Really cute space on the East side and fabulous food bursting with flavor! Everything was plated beautifully! The crispy shrimp was big, full of crispy stuff and neither my friend or I could finish our dishes! The curry puffs were steaming hot, and packed full of goodness and my gosh the coconut layer cake was to die for!! It came with a coconut sauce drizzle that had chunks of coconut in it!! Woooow!!! Great experience! read more
My tastebuds have never been so happy. This family is so passionate and excited to share their recipes with Tucson! The service was amazing, the restaurant is beautiful with great natural lighting. I honestly don't know if I have ever tasted something so flavorful and perfectly cooked. The honey lemonade was beautiful and fresh and delicious and I love how pretty the sweet mango rice is!! I can't wait to go back. read more
2 months ago
When you first walk in it feels a little fake. Once seated you notice the ambient music, not loud but comfortable, the aromas of strong spices and the incredibly quick service made this an experience to cherish. The food was so flavorful and exciting! I would absolutely recommend this place. read more
I went here with Friends some weeks ago, after seeing it online posted by others. It was a more casual vibe and was smaller than I was expecting as well. The service was very personable and friendly, and the food was good too. The execution of it all I do think can be improved though, as my group's food came at various times, seemingly whenever. For instance, appetizers did not come before some of the food entrées. And the food entrées kinda came one by one, across time..maybe whenever they were ready? I'm not sure, but it was strange for a dining experience with others. The crab fried rice ($23) was so much bigger than I imagined and definitely the best thing I ate that night . The honey lemonade drink ($7.5 ) was not bad, as was a love triangle tortilla pockets ($11.5) & the kindee satay ($9.5). I love the presentation of the satay with the multiple components. Lastly I was feeling hungry, so I also ordered the Madalyn beef curry ($18.5) as well (thinking the crab fried rice was going to be a small serving). I didn't love it initially, as it reminded me more of a kind of a pot roast like dish, and less like a curry I'm used to (probably my fault when trying out Thai food with other expectations), but upon taking it home, I did like the leftovers better. Lastly, I got a Taro cheesecake, but was disappointed. I usually love taro flavors, but this lacked any pronounced flavor to me and really just tasted like your average cheesecake sadly. If I went again, I would definitely be getting that crap fried rice and trying another drink . Someone else in the group got the mango sticky rice and that was really yummy as well! read more
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4 months ago
Very flavourful vegan food, one of the best Thai food I have had in Arizona, a lot of vegan options basically everything can be customised as vegetarian/vegan, don't get confused by the menu. Staff were very helpful in explaining the dishes and open for all special requests. Small place not too fancy but the food felt like a fine dine. Potion size is good enough. Drinks were very innovative and delicious. read more
Nice! Small menu with quite the variety. Had one dish I did not like and had another that was delicious. The crab fried rice was very nice. The dish I did not like probably was because it was sweet and I did not crave sweet. The sweet dish was a pork dish. The staff was wonderful. Understanding and thoughtful. Yes. I will return. read more
1 year ago
Came here for a dinner around 5pm on a weeknight and service was fast, attentive, and friendly. The atmosphere is clean and inviting. They have lovely presentation, but more importantly the food tastes great! I had the panang beef curry and the beef was super tender/melt in your mouth. Tried two of the matcha drinks - the coconut water one, which was super light and refreshing, and the ube one, which was pretty sweet but the matcha and ube flavors both came through. Will be back to try more! read more
Had dinner with a friend last week and found the food to be really delicious! We split the curry puff appetizer - it was so good. The dough was flaky and the filling was potato-y and savory. My dish of Kruah Gai Noodle was able to be made with tofu and with no egg. Those noodles were soo good- soft and the right amount of chewy and it was flavorful. My friend had the crispy shrimp and said it was good. The highlight though was the dessert - the pandan cake with all the layers of cake in between cream and a coconut sauce to go with it. read more
4 months ago
1 year ago
The presentation of the food was beautiful. Considering they were really busy, the food came out pretty quickly. The restaurant decor was a lot more modern than TukTuk Thai. The restaurant is still fairly new, so the service itself can be spotty since we waited a long time for any server to check in on us once we received our food. One waitress was running around, but there were 2 other servers there. Hopefully, they'll work out the kinks. read more
1 year ago
The best Thai food I've had! My favorite was the UBE MATCHA and the shrimp pad Thai. The service was great and the restaurant was immaculate clean. Even though they had just opened the staff was on top of everything. Their menu also has DF GF for those with special diet restrictions. I love the creativity in the drink menu and the food menu. I can't wait to come back. read more
Kin Dee Thai is a must try. Bud, the owner of Tuk Tuk Thai, has really outdone himself. He brings authentic Thai flavors and mixes them with some contemporary dishes. My group tried four drinks and four dishes and our favorite was actually the dessert. Where else in Tucson can you get a pandan crepe cake?! It was layered delicately with light cream and topped with homemade young coconut syrup. The love triangle pockets were also delicious and unique. It was like a mix of a tortilla and scallion pancake filled with minced crab and pork -- nothing I've encountered before. I can't wait to go back! read more
Amazing food and service! Everything was delicious and i will add this place to my go to places! They also have vegan and gf options! As soon as you walk in you see lots of greenery and the cutest mural. The vibes are super cute and cozy! The menu is a creative flair to traditional thai food that I was so happy to explore. Everything is full of flavor and can tell its made with love! I 10/10 would recommend you check this place out! read more
6 months ago
A nice selection of vegan, seed oil-free, and incredibly delicious dishes to choose from and fantastic service, too. It doesn't get any better than this! read more
Enjoyed it here - if I'm ever craving Thai or noodles and am on the east side this would be my first choice. Good vegan/vegetarian options and the waitress took an extra step to ask the cooks about certain ingredients (e.g. the wontons are made with eggs). I got the curry puffs (loveeeddd these, would stop by just to grab these as a quick snack), Thai tea with coconut milk (good strong Thai tea flavor), and kruah gai noodles sub chicken for tofu and no egg or wontons (also very yummy and a big portion). I was with a party of 4 and I noticed a lot of the dishes came with pickled veggies and many things were on the sweeter side - like the pad thai sauce tasted more sweet than peanut buttery, and the curry puffs were sweet as well. Also everyone's portions were generous too. I spent about $32 total pre-tip and was satisfied plus had leftover noodles. Our waitress was awesome - very attentive, quick and nice. The restaurant inside is a bit small so it can fill up quick but they have shaded outside seating and it seemed like they had heaters for when it gets colder. read more
2 months ago
4 months ago
Finally found a Thai restaurant in Tucson that I love! The service was excellent, the place was clean and tastefully decorated. Husband had a beer, no cocktails but the non-alcoholic drink menu is fantastic. Lots of lemonades and teas. We had the crispy garlic shrimp and the beef curry. Brought mango sticky rice home for later. Everything was delicious! We'll definitely go back and bring friends. A really nice little place that will become a favorite read more
8 months ago
I consider this restaurant sort of an upgrade of it's parent, Tuk Tuk Thai. I'm not sure if the menu is as extensive as the latter's but the food is excellent. I also like the modern, spacious interior. I tried the chicken skewers (pretty good), the Pad Kee Mao (great) and on the second visit the Pad Thai (also very good). Both the noodle dishes were well seasoned and in BIG portions, enough for two people or 2 meals. I will definitely visit again on my next trip back to Tucson, so I can explore more of the menu. Will make it a point to dine in so I can enjoy a draft beer with. read more
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Delicious elevated Thai Food, beautifully presented with super friendly staff . Highly recommend read more
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I was impressed by this place. We sat waiting for a long time before a server came over, but it was nice outside on the patio and we weren't in a rush. All of the food was delicious. The summer rolls with peanut sauce were some of the best I've ever had. We shared the crab fried rice which had an extremely generous portion of fresh crab, and the chicken basil which had the perfect amount of spice and was so flavorful. The blue rice was a new experience but does not have any flavor besides plain white rice. The owners son is a server and came over and told us all about the restaurant, food, and family. His sister was there serving, and his grandma and uncle were cooking in the kitchen. He said his mom makes the crepe cakes fresh every day, he convinced us to get one (the last slice) and it was incredible. I never had anything like it. Not very sweet, and very light. They use pea flower to dye the rice blue and pandan leaves to dye the crepes green, it's all natural food dyes which I found so cool! The decorations are cute and talking to him was so enjoyable, it's a completely family run business. They also own the Tuk Tuk Thai restaurants. We left with enough leftovers for another meal. I wouldn't hesitate to go back. read more
6 months ago
Tucson's newest Thai restaurant Kin Dee Thai is such a treat! From the owners of Tuk Tuk Thai on Campbell, this new restaurant is totally different than most Thai restaurants in town. The menu is unique but still has some regular Thai restaurant staples like pad Thai and satay. The Thai French toast is delightful, and definitely a different take on this brunch food. The Khao Man Gai (Chicken and rice) is definitely a must, as it is their specialty--very simple but has all the right flavors. For dessert, the taro sponge cake is a good treat and the ube matcha drink is real yummy but can be a bit thick and sugary. The service here is great too as long as it isn't too busy, sometimes they fill up and there may be a bit of a wait for a table. The ambiance is nice and fun with the paintings on the walls and definitely quite a few instagrammable spots inside the restaurant. If you haven't been def a great place to dine. read more
8 months ago
This is a wonderful spot in Tucson! We ate here 2 nights in a row just to taste several entrees. The Panang beef was so tender. Love the blue rice and almost anything can be made with tofu substituted! Also try the Cod!!! You can't go wrong and the wait staff is so friendly! read more
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The food was delicious! I thoroughly appreciated the menu which had pictures of each item and featured fun drinks like Thai coffee and matchas! The restaurant was packed but we got seated quickly and received great service! One of our new favorite Thai places! read more
11 months ago
I had the Basil Chicken. Very good but a little spicy for me and hubby. They didn't ask what spice level I wanted and to be honest I didn't think to ask. Hubby had a beef dish he liked. read more
10 months ago
Food was AMAZING and service was prompt! Seated right away and did not have to wait long for food to come out! Portions are huge so plan on sharing and/or taking home leftovers! Grateful they were open on Christmas! Space is small, but roomy enough and clean. 10/10 recommend! Definitely plan on returning and trying more dishes! read more
3 months ago
1 year ago
All the food ordered was delicious. The spices were perfect and food was fresh. The service was excellent as well. It was less than 15 minutes from time ordered to been brought to our table. The desserts we ordered were sticky rice with mango, pandan crepe, taro cake and had the right amount of sugar and cream so I definitely recommend this.place. read more
10 months ago
Loved! So good! Beautiful spot and lovely drinks. Service was friendly and honored the land of smiles! Food came out as prepared, just like it's traditional to do in Thailand. read more
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