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    Kin Khao

    3.8 (2.7k reviews)
    PriceyThai
    Closed 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Dinner menu - with dishes crossed off based on my friend's shellfish allergy. Wed 2026-04-08
    Ziyan C.

    Lovely dinner at Kin Khao. As good as I remember from 12 years ago! Everyone really enjoyed it. Our server was hilarious, really into all our dishes, making quippy remarks at the group. We got a lot of good laughs with him. Our server was also very conscientious about allergies. One person in our group had a shellfish allergy and he actually used a pen to cross off about 1/3 of the dishes on the menu to show what he couldn't have! Reservations made online a few weeks in advance for dinner for 4 at 6pm on a Wednesday. Definitely needed, they were insanely busy and had a wait. * Pretty Hot Wings ($22 for 3, $29 for 4) - 3 stars. Very spicy. Very saucy. A little too much on the sour side for a couple of us. * Yaowaraj Noodle ($29) - 4.5 stars. This was like a pad see ew. I really liked it. We got tofu and it was crumbled and almost had a meatlike texture. The rice noodles were soft and cooked perfectly. * Laab Kua ($28) - 3 stars. Most of us didn't like this - it was spicy but didn't have a lot of flavor beyond that. * Massaman ($54) - 5 stars. Everyone loved this! Unfortunately our shellfish allergy person couldn't eat this. The flavor was perfect, the beef was insanely soft and just melted in our mouths. * Whole Roasted Fish ($50) - 4 stars. Mixed reviews on this one! The fish had a great texture, nicely crisped skin. Tasted very fresh. However, it was a little light on flavors, though it did come with lime and a couple sauces. * Black Rice Pudding ($15) - 4 stars * Panna Cotta ($15) - 4 stars * Mango Tart ($15) - 4.5 stars $340 total for 4 drinks, 1 small dish, 2 medium dishes, 2 large dishes, 1 side of rice, 3 desserts (a big dinner for 4).

    Matt I.

    We stopped in for lunch and were surprised to find that this was a 1 Michelin star restaurant. While the restaurant was nice and the food was good, I'm not entirely sure by what criteria this place was awarded a star. Staff were not the most attentive. The food, while good, didn't strike me as being of Michelin level quality. The restaurant itself was small and casual in feel. Was an ok experience but probably would be a place I frequently visit. Atmosphere: 3/5 Service: 3/5 Food: 4/5 Value: 4/5 Total: 3.5/5 Price: $ Rating Criteria: Based on comparisons to other establishments in the area 1/5: Terrible, would not recommend 2/5: Might be worth it depending on price and other factors. 3/5: Solid option. Average in this category for the area. 4/5: Above average and excels in this area. 5/5: Excellent, needs no improvement Pricing Criteria: Based on what we spent $: $0 - $50 per person $$: $50 - $100 per person $$$: $100 - $200 per person $$$$: $200 - $500 per person $$$$$: $500+ per person Please be mindful that reviews are based on personal experience which may differ from person to person based upon a multitude of factors (individual/specific workers, time of day, personal preferences, etc). Pricing may also differ and is reflected here based on what we paid for our meal. We typically enjoy multiple courses with our meals including appetizers, salads, entrees, desserts, and sometimes drinks or tasting menus when available. Please do your own research if concerned about potential pricing.

    Dessert menu
    Bill P.

    This food here is spicy. do not take it lightly. Mushroom hor mok: pate type curry pairing with crunchy rice cakes. generous option of curry. savory smooth topping Pretty hot wings: buffalo style type wings, more vinegary flavor and VERY SPICY. Each order comes in 3 pieces, they are whole pieces albeit small Nam Tok Beans: garbanzo type beans, comes with lettuce wraps and cucumbers. Massaman: highlight of the night,very fragrant and one of the most distinct flavors with coconut milk. best I have had so far Laab Kua: the spiciest dish on the menu. A lot of people in my party couldn't eat this so I finished it haha. Meat is flavorful but the combination of flavors (mainly the spice) lingers in your mouth after the first bite. Comes with lettuce leap wraps White jasmine rice: comes in a container that serves multiple individuals, best to order 1 Black rice pudding: hot dessert with balance of sweet and savory from the rice crisps. Panna cotta: strawberry flavored, reminds me of a green onion type cracker. Thai tea: not sweet, a bit grainy. They use ChaTruMue? It was lined up along the walls. No plastic straws here for drinks which is a bonus The layout of the restaurant is divided into 2 sections. Servers are stretched out thin here on a Friday. They have a Michelin star but it's a casual type restaurant, chill vibes and good food.

    Jacqueline L.

    Kin Khao is a Michelin-starred Thai restaurant tucked inside the Parc 55 hotel in Union Square, and it delivers on the food front. The flavors are vibrant, layered, and clearly made with care. You can taste the intention behind each dish, and for Thai food lovers, there's a lot to appreciate here. Where it gets tricky is the value. We went with the set tasting menu at $95 per person. The food was good, but looking back, I don't think the tasting menu is the right way to experience this place. The dishes felt more exciting in concept than in portion size and overall payoff for the price. If I came back, I'd go straight to a la carte. You'll have more control over what you're spending and what lands on your table. Service was attentive and the space has a nice energy. But at this price point, you're setting a high bar for yourself, and the tasting menu didn't quite clear it.

    Edgar M.

    This restaurant is for special occasions. Birthday lunch for a friend. Loved the service and the food, upscale Thai dishes. Restaurant notes: "A Michelin-starred restaurant serving heritage Thai food with local and seasonal ingredients." Totally agree, don't dine to late for lunch, they close around 2pm, service can be rushed to close the kitchen.

    Reanne Z.

    Made a reservation for lunch during the week, it wasn't busy. It's always difficult to find street parking in the area, so we paid for valet parking in the hotel and got it validated. We ordered: Mushroom hor mok (3/5) - the mousse was good but there wasn't enough for the rice cakes, I didn't like how the rice cakes were too bland and thick Pretty hot wings (4.5/5) - definitely pretty hot! Had good flavor though and the spice didn't overwhelm Sai ua + namprik noom (4/5) - a nice refreshing dish, everything eaten together had a nice balance with the sausage Yaowaraj noodle (5/5) - this was my favorite dish! There was a smokiness and depth of flavor I didn't expect Overall, this was a nice experience! The food was solid for the price along with the Michelin star, and since we came during lunch it wasn't too busy and service was attentive. I don't love the location (located inside a hotel, have to get a key pass to use the bathroom in the hotel), but it's a more casual atmosphere

    Pretty Hot Wings
    Jordan A.

    Kin Khao was one of two Michelin restaurants that we visited during our recent trip to San Francisco. This place has one star and while I do understand why, I would say this place was not the "wow" experience that I expected. My partner and I did the tasting menu which is about $100 per person. Some dishes were delicious, some were interesting, a couple fell flat, but overall it was a fun experience. Highlights of the tasting menu were the caramelized pork belly and plah pla muek both eaten with sticky rice. The weak point for us was the massaman curry which unfortunately was our most anticipated dish. For us, it was bland and did not have the deep spice forward beefiness that we're used to from a good massaman curry. Our server was awesome, and the drinks were delicious. Overall, I probably would not return for the tasting menu but might for some specific dishes.

    Nam Tok Beans
    Christelle D.

    What to say that isn't already covered by the fact that they are a 1 star restaurant? I have gone twice for lunch and once for dinner. Both were great experiences. Some menu differences. For lunch: we've had the Khao Soi, Khao Mun Gai, and Yaowaraj noodle. For dinner: Nam tok beans, caramelized pork belly, black cod curry, and a side of something that was forgettable... Yaowaraj noodle, black cod curry, and caramelized pork belly are hands down the best. The technique and flavors are SO good. Will get these each visit. The curry was delicate and flavorful. Switching between the curry and pork belly each bite is almost sinful. I bet all the curries are phenomenal tbh, because the curries at Nari are all great too - like they've been simmering for days. Therefore, the khao soi is also delicious but imo there's a specific time (weather) for curry noodles so it's not a guaranteed repeat order. Nam tok beans were a winner for my husband, but it was a bit spicier than what I can handle (so be aware). The khao mun gai is balanced, almost artistic in form and function, but you get what you expect from that dish and nothing more. Giving this one a 4.5 if I could but only because I'm personally partial to Nari's menu and location (same owner, also 1 star). 5 stars it is!

    Rabbit in green curry
    Lisa S.

    Every time I travel, I look for a hidden gem. This is literally one of them. Tucked away in Parc 55, this one star Michelin restaurant did not disappoint. I was a solo diner so getting seated at the bar was easy -- no wait. I had a hard time deciding what I wanted because I came in wanting this lettuce wrap thing I saw on TikTok, but disappointingly it is only served during lunch. Luckily (choice word), I found a good substitute in the green curry rabbit. I had that with a side of rice and the flavors exploded in my mouth and satisfied my craving for a good home cooked like meal. Don't sleep on this place!

    Khao mun gai
    Anthony H.

    Thai food is well known for its vibrant colors, aromatic fragrances, and bold flavors. Unfortunately, none of these qualities were present in the food we had at Kin Khao. The pale yellow color of the steamed chicken breast(Khao Mun Gai) was disappointing, and it was sadly buried under a pile of wilted cilantro that did nothing to stimulate my appetite--even though I was extremely hungry. The soup that came with it wasn't even hot, which made my winter meal feel anything but comforting. The tiny Yaowaraj stir-fried noodle dish was no better. It lacked aroma, wasn't particularly flavorful, too salty to my taste and was overpriced at $29 After a 6% surcharge was already added to the bill, I found it difficult to feel comfortable tipping the 20- 25% as "suggested" gratuity especially given that the service did not meet our expectation. Sadly, the only thing memorable about this meal was how forgettable it should be.

    Mushroom Hor Mok (delicious!!!)
    Natan A.

    Had a work dinner here and was blown away with the quality and obvious passion that our server had for every dish he was bringing out to us! It was absolutely delicious and I saw dishes I've never heard of!! So glad we ate here and also learned it was Michelin star after the fact, well deserved

    Outside
    Alek H.

    This place certainly delivers the flavors, the presentation and the service. I live in Los Angeles, where we have a huge Thai community and authenticity is important to me, and I can tell you that these dishes are not authentically Thai, however when it comes to Thai fusion and when it comes to amazing flavors and the preparation of dishes, these people hit it out of the park. everything we ate was impressive and delicious.

    So good
    Qian L.

    This is some of the best food I've had, I loved everything!!!!!!! Ordered the noodles, 5/5, flavor was spectacular, waiter advised me that everything would be a bit spicy but I'm over here drinking buldak hot sauce, I'll be fine. Pork belly, to die for 5/5 Calamari 5/5 It's crazy because they just treat me like a rabbit and drop bunches of cilantro on everything but I've got to say I would eat these 3 dishes on repeat every single day. I can't even describe what I was tasting, but it was a heavenly experience. 10/10 would recommend.

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    Ask the Community - Kin Khao

    Any soy and dairy free items?

    Any low sodium options for someone with high blood pressure?

    Is there parking close by?

    No, it's scant or very expensive-- would suggest taking the MBTA

    What vegan options you have no dairy, fish sauce, or oyster sauce?

    There were several vegan options when we dined there

    Is it possible to buy a gift certificate to the restaurant?

    Yes. I bought one recently for a friend's birthday gift.

    Does Kin khao accept food pick up/take out?

    Not currently

    Is Kin Khao reopening any time soon?

    Yes they reopened today!

    Is this by chance an organic restaurant?

    All dishes are made with seasonal produce and sustainably raised or caught meats and seafood. But not sure that everything is organic. Perhaps you can call the restaurant to make sure (415) 362-7456.

    Are casual clothes okay for this restaurant?

    Yes, casual clothes are acceptable.

    Getting mixed messages re kid-friendliness. Does anyone know if they provide high chairs and/or changing table?

    They do have high chairs. I saw kids there but i don't know if the hotel lobby bathrooms have changing table

    No wine by the glass at Kin Khao? Only by the bottle?

    They had options for both glass and bottle, along with pairing

    Anyone know if there's a corkage fee?

    Yes there is!

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