With plans to meet a friend, I pulled up to street parking and went inside to a nice, but by no means fancy, Thai place. Inside, we sat down and ordered the Calamari, the shrimp dumplings, a shrimp in green curry and chicken and cashews. Everything came out hot and fresh. The calamari with duck dipping sauce is best eaten while hot, the shrimp wontons were delish'. The shrimp and green curry was my favorite dish of the evening, with the chicken and cashews being good...but not special. Koon Thai is definitely on my short list! Give it a try. read more

Great service and ambiance. The food was mostly good. I think the fried calamari is the best I've had anywhere. The pad see ew was pretty good. The red snapper was very tough and overcooked. It was so chewy, I couldn't enjoy it. The pandan custard was very yummy but slightly too sweet for me. I ate all the dessert but would've loved it if it was slightly less sweet. This is a great date place and I love the service. I'd come back to try more things and to definitely get the calamari again. read more

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We came here around Sunday noon for lunch. We were the second group, so we got a table right away. The restaurant has beautiful modern cozy interior, but the dining space is space, about 12 tables available. The menu has bunch of starters, couple of soups, and a good variety of main plates. We started with the Chicken Bomb, such a delicious dish with fried chicken thigh, corn, tomato mixed with tamarind lime sauce. For entree I had the chili jam with shrimp. Again a dish filled with amazing flavors and sauces mixed with a dozen jumbo shrimps and vegetables, with side of rice. Just loved the it. We also had the Chicken Kee Mao, that had the wide rice noodles with vegetables. It was so obvious they were master of Thai flavors, cause all dishes had such depth and mix of spices and sauces. The Thai Iced was decent too. All the staff member were so friendly. Our server Christine was such a pro. She was single handedly attending 4 tables, while also taking calls for pick up orders. The dishes were served in short time. Overall it was a really great lunch experience for our family. We will for sure stop by here again soon. read more

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Wonderful Thai restaurant at Hillsdale NJ. The design is modern yet elegant. It gives an upscale vibe but still very easy and casual. If you are coming as a big group, definitely make a reservation. The staff is helpful and friendly. Attentive to customers. The food is amazing. The presentation and flavor are both there. I would love the portion to be a little bigger. Chicken bomb is a must try (spicy level 1). The unique sauce over the crunchy chicken makes my top 3 favorites. Love the sweet, sour, Thai essence taste. We also have chili shrimp (reduced spicy level to 1) and chicken pad see ew. Shrimps are jumbo size, cooked beautifully. Again the sauce elevates the dish to another level. If you are in the area, give this place a try. I highly recommend it. read more

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Returned for another very good meal. They brought out 2 dishes and we waited a good 10 min for the other 2 so needed to request a warm up. We didn't take this against their rating since they did so well every other time. Food was superb as always. read more

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TLDR: Upscale Thai with authentic flavors at an affordable price! We've been hunting for a local Thai spot, and Koon Thai more than delivers. They serve a modern twist on traditional dishes. We particularly love the Hunger, red snapper, and pad see ew with fried chicken thigh. I'm getting hungry just thinking abut it! It's a relaxed atmosphere, easy to walk-in, and excellent service. Also BYOB if that's your thing. My only regret is not taking any photos of the delicious meal! read more

If I could, I would rename Bergen County to Mini Thailand. The finest Thai Cuisine this side of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. Options in nearly every town, how did we get so lucky? Call me Bucky (Irving)... topical as always. Top tier options do indeed dwell this land, and you simply can't go wrong. However... I can say this with a firm lip, no quiver. Don't kill me when I deliver... this news. Koon Thai is the best of the best oh my oh my. He said it. I did. Call me naughty but this place is niceeeeeee. Very pretty interior. Pretty? Yea... so what? A man with dexterity in compliments. Small in stature but utilizes the space exceptionally well. Nice view of the lovely hillsdale streets depending on where you remain seated. It's tuff to get into this joint. Very popular and for good reason. I'm popular. I have reason. At least I once had reason... my life is new. It's different, so I still have purpose? Snap out of it LB. Back to business. I can occasionally spoil meals with my delightfully desirable descriptions of dining delicacies such as presented to my pallet by Koon Thai. This time I shall be brief and wise as to let your own eyes and lips and mouth understand the prize. These folk do a crispy chicken option over the Pad Thai. Genius. Genius creation and alterations all over this menu. You don't gotta reinvent the wheel, but you can make a wheel spin faster and finer and funkier and that's what they do. The Fried Rice. I don't know what to do with my jazz hands right now thinking about this fried rice. Get that little oil (as seen in picture), toss it all over this pupparoni. This is maybe the best fried rice I've ever had. Stretched over many a cuisine. It be meannnnnnnnn. Woooof woooooof. I could keep going, just ask ya motha!!! Ayooooo. But instead I leave this up to you to finish my review. 5/5, feeling alive. Enjoy a merry holiday night this winter. Warm yourself up with some Thai from this eatery and maybe you'll be lucky to stumble into my topsy turvy toosh (bulking szn.) read more

Koon Thai Eatery - Thai Near Me - Hillsdale, New Jersey

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There are a few options for Thai cuisine in the area but none of them offer the dining experience that Koon Thai does. This restaurant puts meal presentation at the forefront. A singular light sits directly above each person's area of the table, highlighting the food. And that food is tremendous. I had the Holy Moly with beef. Flavor was awesome. Maybe they could have added a hair more spice. it was advertised as extra spicy after all. But that's a very minor complaint considering how good it was. I very much look forward to eating here again. BTW, Koon Thai is BYOB so plan ahead! read more

We ordered take out; the food might be better if dining in. We ordered pad Thai, pad se ew, hunger, koon fried rice, spring rolls and Brussel sprouts (about $100!). The Brussel sprouts were the best! Even though the Koon fried rice comes with lumps of crab meat, it does not seem worth $27. Very expensive fried rice! Hunger is a different type of dish. I liked the variety of what it came with - shrimp, pork sausage, tofu , lettuce, cashews, noodles. You get 3 spring rolls in an order. I thought they might be something different since they were made with taro but were standard. read more

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One of the sister Thai restaurants in the area with good food that hits the spot Tasty Thai food, with some traditional favorites like pad Thai and fried rice but also other dishes. I enjoyed the Hunger, which was broad noodles with large shrimp, pork sausage (not super fatty), cashews, lettuce and more. The fried rice with crab was a good pairing because it's not spicy without the optional sauce. Pad Thai was also pretty good with a few different veggies. Entrees will run you about $20-27. Street parking that's free on Sundays but otherwise is either an hour or two on weekdays... there's a Gong cha, Japanese restaurant and deli not too far. read more

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I have been here a few times and each time I have thoroughly enjoyed my meal. My husband and I csme with another couple for dinner. We ordered the Suki Yaki entree as an appetizer and it was so yummy, we were fighting over the last bite. I ordered the Cod Tempura and it was cooked to perfection. So flaky and delicious with a very tasty sauce on the side. Everyone was super happy with their meals. Our server was helpful when explaining the different types of noodles to us and in opening our many bottles of wine. There was a good crowd of people and a bunch of takeout orders while we were there, which is good to know. The restaurant smelled delicious and for good reason, the food is very good here. We love a good BYO, definitely would recommend and will be back! read more

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Came here with my boyfriend for a date night. This is his favorite restaurant! It is so cute in there and the food was absolutely divine! My steak was cooked to perfection and the sauce it comes with was incredible. I need to know how they make it! The brussels sprouts especially, I cannot wait to order them again! The service was fast and friendly. Great experience at Koon. I will be going back and maybe trying something new! read more

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The service is amazingly attentive. They always check up on you if everything is okay and if your drinks are filled. The only thing I wish is if the seating was spaced out a little more. You are jammed so close together at the back (three 2 person tables right next to each other) that you can eavesdrop on every and all conversations. It was quite awkward. As for the food I wouldn't say this is true Thai food; maybe a hint of fusion in here. They definitely catered to the American pallet. But they executed the flavors well. I enjoyed my bowl of Hunger which had 3-4 large shrimps and Chinese sausages. For desserts we went with the Ding Ding which had some sticky rice and coconut icecream. I wish there was more sticky rice and a drizzle of condensed milk would make this even better but it was good. Overall, I will definitely stop by again! read more

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Having eaten at Ammata and Gao - we were excited to have another Thai restaurant near us - little did we know it was a sister restaurant and it did not disappoint! Food and service was great! While its dishes are different from its other locations, it's nice to have a bit of variety. Plenty of street parking available. read more

This must be one of the most deserved 5 star reviews I've ever done. Went out for a date night with my partner looking to try a new place and we were just blown away. This food is so visually stunning, it's literally like art on a plate. We did the crispy vermicelli app and the Brussel sprouts. For mains we did the chili jam shrimp and Pok Pok. The flavors, the melody of spices that dance around in our mouths. The level of spice, just every single element of this meal was 5 star from beginning til the dessert we had at the end of the night. Friendly, warm, attentive staff, beautiful ambiance. You have to go check this place out. This must be one of the most deserved 5 star reviews I've ever done. Went out for a date night with my partner looking to try a new place and we were just blown away. This food is so visually stunning, it's literally like art on a plate. We did the crispy vermicelli app and the Brussel sprouts. For mains we did the chili jam shrimp and Pok Pok. The flavors, the melody of spices that dance around in our mouths. The level of spice, just every single element of this meal was 5 star from beginning til the dessert we had at the end of the night. Friendly, warm, attentive staff, beautiful ambiance. You have to go check this place out. read more

Everything I ordered here was a notch above most other Thai restaurants I have gone to. The service was cordial and efficient and the atmosphere was agreeable. read more

Excellent Thai eatery nestled in the downtown area of Hillsdale. The restaurant has modern decor and an upscale vibe. Food was delicious and the service was excellent. BYOB and be sure to make reservation as there aren't that many tables in the restaurant. We were there on a Friday night and we saw multiple walk-in parties get turned away at the door because the restaurant was fully booked for the night. What we ordered: Fish Taco: A+ Chicken Bomb: A+ Holy Beef: B+ Hunger: A read more

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The reviews speak for themselves! This place (while relatively new) undeniably deserves 5 stars! I was able to try a whole bunch of different dishes and every single one was impressive. Appetizers: Fried Calamari ($14) - nice and soft; easy to chew with some slight crispiness Crispy Vermicelli ($17) - a very unique dish with perfectly crispy noodles topped with jumbo crab meat, apple slices, and scallions; a great blend of savory and sweet flavors Main courses: Hunger ($23) - a tasty take on a pad kee mao style dish with wide noodles and some tasty additions such as shrimp, pork sausage, and egg (and more) Massaman ($24) - super tender braised beef in a tasty sauce with peanuts, mashed potato, and brussel sprouts on the side Fish Fry ($27) - probably the most unique of all the dishes I tried, this interesting and beautiful dish featured nicely cooked red snapper tempura that was slightly crispy on the outside and soft and boneless on the inside Classic Pad Thai ($18) - a delicious classic Koon Fried Rice ($27) - another high quality classic Dessert: Ding Ding ($11) - a great dessert that is part classic but also part unique, featuring delicious coconut ice cream with some pineapple jam to add a sweet touch on top, along with palm seeds and peanuts on crispy coconut waffles Environment / Service: The restaurant has a beautiful interior with elegant Thai decor and a relaxed yet upscale vibe. There is plenty of seating available. The floor to ceiling windows allow for lots of natural sunlight. The staff are super friendly and the service speed is fast. Overall: Koon Thai Eatery really impressed me in all aspects and is definitely one of the best Thai restaurants I have been to in NJ. I highly encourage all Thai food fans in the area to stop by! read more

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Sister restaurant to Ammata and Gao so you know it's going to be great food and service. Small space, so call ahead if you are coming with a large group. Different menu than said restaurants said above, so you will have lots more items to try. Koons menu has more fusion on it, but it doesn't disappoint. They are byob, so bring that wine and beer with you. Street parking but usually easy to find. read more

3.5 stars We got takeout from Koon Thai Eatery the other day and were pretty happy with it. The menu had a lot of modern takes on traditional items, and the high prices seemed to be based on that creativity. When we picked up the food, we were impressed by the trendy decor and upscale vibe offered in the restaurant's dining room. We shared a few items, starting with the Hot & Sour Soup, which was essentially the same as Tom Yum. Oddly, the broth included evaporated milk, which did not do much to impact the flavor, but perhaps it muted some of the spice, because I just felt like it was missing something. Also, its use of chili jam and shrimp paste gave it a sweet savory flavor that reminded me of ketchup. Instead of including basic shrimp, the soup contained shrimp dumplings, which were an appreciated adaptation. Next, we tasted the Duck Curry, which contained tender, flavorful poultry in a creamy, coconut-based sauce. The dish included grape tomatoes, pineapple chunks, eggplant slices, and leaves of Thai basil, all of which were very fresh. The accompanying jasmine rice was also fragrant and tasty. Lastly, we had the Holy Moly with Chicken, which certainly lived up to its 3-star spice level! The chicken was clearly dark meat, based on the color and the fact that "chicken thigh" was mentioned elsewhere on the menu. Though the meal included sweet peppers, onions, basil, and bundles of shaved corn kernels straight off the cob, the plate was mostly meat. Overall, we applauded Koon Thai Eatery for its innovation, but thought that the food was just decent for the price. read more

Love this place! Service was great and so was the food! Pad Thai with shrimp was on point with perfectly cooked noodles and large shrimp. Holy Beef was perfectly seasoned with the right amount of heat and tender beef. Great spot! read more

Excellent. Outpaces most Thai restaurants (incl. those in NYC in my opinion!) Came for an early dinner so had no trouble getting seated (was probably the first customer of the evening), and found waitresses very friendly! We ordered the calamari / Koon fried rice / Holy Beef / Ding Ding. I think the Koon fried rice is a must have!! What makes this stand out from most fried rices is the lime sauce on the side. We were a little nervous about the lime sauce spiciness level. However, while it gave a little heat, I think most with a hesitation for spiciness will find it really enjoyable and a great compliment to the fried rice! I also loved the amount of crab added to this, they did not skimp! The Holy Beef was like bulgogi but with a twist. I thought it was really unique flavor and went nicely with the fried rice. Although we asked for less heat again, if anyone were to ask for a spicier beef can still find this enjoyable! The Ding Ding satisfied a craving of ice cream I've had all week, haha. It wasn't too sweet at all and for someone who isn't too crazy about coconut, I loved how this came out. Side note though - there is a bit of sticky rice in it that felt heavy and unnecessary. But otherwise, I liked the peanut additions and the presentation of this dessert a lot! I'll be back-- (as Schwarzenegger would say) read more

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Ordered plenty of foot for try and share. Pad Thai dinner was delicious with extra crispy chicken. The fish salad was unique and delicious . The location was busy for a Saturday night but had no issues walking in at 7pm without a reservation. Will definitely come back soon. read more

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Exceeded my expectations. Love this small little place. Wish i tried it sooner. The service was amazing and the food was stellar. read more

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This is the best Thai food I've ever had. The flavors are authentic, with each dish perfectly balanced and fresh. The cozy atmosphere and friendly service make it an exceptional dining experience. read more

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First visit after waiting for this place to open. I'm a local Hillsdale resident as well as a restaurant owner. This place met my expectations with ease. Delicious lunch. I got something called the Hunger. Wide noodles with shrimp, sausage and cashews. So delicious with a nice spicy taste. Small starter salad and Thai Iced Tea. Perfect lunch portion. I'm so happy the food was delicious, and I have another local place in Hillsdale to eat and even takeout food. Looking forward to going back and trying different things. Yes I. Pearl was my server who actually turned out to be a friend of mine from years ago at a Thai restaurant in New York City. Was a great reunion very friendly and good service. Welcome welcome welcome to the neighborhood and I wish you lots of success. read more

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It's a cute little place in Hillsdale - nice and intimate. Love the decor and the service is good too. I've been here for both lunch and dinner. The lunch specials are great - large portions of food and it tastes good too. Would 100% recommend to anyone contemplating going. read more

Koon Thai Eatery - Classic Pad Thai Lunch - Thai Near Me - Hillsdale, New Jersey

Excellent, fresh food with great service and cozy atmosphere. The shrimp was clearly excellent quality and the level of spice was spot on for those who like spicy without pain. read more

Restaurant is clean and efficient, but do not order the duck curry. Duck should be rendered to remove fats, and then serve the breast meat only in a curry. The skin should be crispy if served with the dish. This dish had boiled duck roughly chopped with all the soggy skin, fat, sinews and offal included. It was not edible, but at least the red sauce and vegetables were palatable. read more

Everything we order was amazing. We were nervous at first to try Thai because my son and our friend's daughter is highly allergic to all type of nuts and sesame seeds. The waitress wrote everything down spoke to the kitchen and took extra care of us. From the appetizers to the dessert everything was perfection. Thank you!! I don't have all the pictures. read more

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best thai food around! I treat myself to this place because its just that good. I wish i lived closer to go there all the time, needless to say, Ive never had a disappointing experience! read more

Very welcoming with warm thoughtful service. Food was fresh with large portions and fairly priced read more

Best food I've had in awhile period! Went with my whole family. Kids loved it, including my picky middle child. Seriously, soooo good and fresh. Flavors burst in your mouth with each bite. Ordered Pad Thai, Pad See Eew, shrimp tacos (best we've ever had ANYWHERE), crispy Brussels sprouts, holy fried rice. Plus 3 desserts. Everything was seriously 5 stars! Worth the drive and every cent! read more

This is my favorite Thai restaurant in Bergen County. Everything about it from the food, atmosphere and great, friendly service is 5-star. They have a great lunch special and every dish I try here is made with the freshest ingredients and is absolutely delicious. I highly recommend it. read more

Delighted to have an excellent new Thai eatery in Hillsdale ! Have eaten there twice and every dish was on point . Staff was attentive and helpful . Decor is pleasing. BYOB is a plus as well. Definitely adding this restaurant to our regular rotation! read more

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This is as close to a Michelen 1 star Thai spot as it gets in North Jersey. It's authentic Thai but with a slight fusion twist likely to better appeal to the masses. A bit pricey, but everything you see here was unbelievably gourmet & delicious and well worth the $$$. This was closer to 5 stars for me than 4, and the only reason I docked it 1/2 star from 5 stars is the portion sizes for the prices paid. Other than that, you're in for a treat. We will be regulars @ this spot. read more

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Food and service was great. The place is cute. All 4 of us enjoyed our meals and apps. We had the Koon Salad, Calamari with a Thai Peanut Sauce, their Beef dish and 2 of us had Crispy Duck. All amazing. We'd definitely go back. read more

Fish tacos are a hit with me! Not so with the appetizer small salad that comes with the lunch. Service was adequate and nicely laid out inside for a not so crowded lunch time crowd. I'd give it a higher rating if I could, but looking for a home run based on other's recommendations. read more

Koon Thai offers an exceptional dining experience with excellent ambiance, spectacular service, and food that is beyond amazing. We tried the Crispy Vermicelli and the Koon Fried Rice. The Koon Fried Rice was the best we've ever had--tender, moist, and enriched with crab, making it truly spectacular. The Crispy Vermicelli served as a fantastic appetizer that left us craving more. We highly recommend this restaurant for its outstanding Thai cuisine. read more

Wow, after a rough few years on all us and in particular on restaurants it's great to see a cuisine first approach this opening. The space is great, bring, clean and well appointed. The staff was friendly, welcoming and very helpful. The food was great, after giving restaurants a 'pass' for the last fews this is one of the first times where we had some new takes on thai dishes that were clearly well thought through and taste tested. We started with the calamari, and it was cooked perfectly, and reminded me of the best tempura i've had. We also the crisp vermicelli which was perfectly crafted, subtle yet defined flavors shown through, very well done. Lastly i had the Hunger which i might describe as a modified and refined take on a pad kee mao/drunken noodles. Each element in this dish was excellent and i must say that the toasted cashews were absolutely delightful. I'm really excited at this new offering to our neighborhood and i believe Koon Thai has set the bar quite high, congrats. read more