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We were really excited to dine at Lom Wong given all the praise it receives, but this was the most underwhelming Thai meal we have ever had. We tried several dishes that we were certain (or at least had hoped) would stand out. Unfortunately, most of the dishes felt strangely one-dimensional. YAM MANUANG BORAN (green mango salad - $22) leaned heavily sour without enough sweetness, salinity, or nuttiness to reach a bliss point. A good Northern Thai salad can be aggressively acidic, but the best ones find a balance where no single flavor dominates. The coconut cream was meant to temper the tartness, but it just never quite got there. HOI SHAE NAM PLA (Scallop crudo - $26) was the low point. I love scallops, particularly their delicate sweetness and texture, so a Thai preparation built around lime, chili, and fish sauce sounded exceptional. Unfortunately, the scallops themselves had a distinctly fishy taste, separate from the intended funk of the fish sauce. The clean sweetness I associate with fresh scallops was missing. In a raw preparation as minimal as crudo, freshness and quality of the seafood have to carry the dish, and they simply did not. GAI TAWT WON PEN (fried chicken - $15) was cooked past the point where the frying added texture and flavor. We did enjoy the flavors, but it was more fried than flavorful. TOM YUM HAENG SEN YAI (stir-fried rice noodles in tom yum sauce - $32) was surprisingly muted, especially for a tom yum preparation. The dish was fine, but it lacked the subtle wok-kissed character that would have added depth. "Fine" is also not particularly compelling at $32 for a noodle dish. KAENG PHET CHARINDA (curry beef shank - $30) was the strongest dish of the meal. The beef was tender and the curry had considerably more dimension than the other dishes. It was the one dish that gave us a glimpse of Lom Wong's reputation. Aside from the food, parking was inconvenient, pricing was ambitious, and service was underwhelming. The inconvenient parking was to be expected on a busy weekend. We would happily oblige if the food was worth it, and it simply was not worth the effort. The pricing also made the meal harder to overlook. With ambitious pricing, I expect a corresponding degree of ambition and precision in dish execution. Instead, too many dishes felt merely adequate and some missed badly. We don't mind paying premium for food that is distinctively well-executed. I just never felt that payoff here. Regarding the service, our host made us feel welcomed, but our server was underwhelming. We were there celebrating my wife's and my son's birthdays (within a week of each other). The host warmly acknowledged the occasion upon our arrival with "We definitely have to send some desserts on the house for you guys!" We were not expecting anything complimentary as we were genuinely just celebrating. We had every intention of ordering the crème brûlée that we had been anticipating anyway. What was disappointing was that our server never even asked whether we wanted dessert before closing out the meal. At that point, the disconnect in service had taken any remaining enthusiasm out of extending the meal. Nothing was egregiously wrong with the service, it just felt largely perfunctory rather than particularly attentive. Perhaps it was intentional to allow us to experience the authenticity of a Thai village/town experience and dine quickly without being bothered (which i appreciate). Perhaps the server was attempting to save us from further disappointment by sparing us the dessert. I am sure the Lom Wong that everyone raves about exists. We certainly did not meet it and I'm perfectly comfortable remaining strangers. Michelin awarded Lom Wong a Bib Gourmand, but stopped short of any star. Based on the experience we were served, Michelin's restraint on the latter feels considerably easier to understand than its generosity on the former.
This spot has been on my list for a long time, and I finally had the chance to try it! We started the meal with the green papaya salad (YAM MAMUANG BORAN) and the fried chicken wings (GAI TAWT WON PEN). The salad was refreshing with a great, crunchy texture. The chicken wings were a standout, golden and crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and so deeply flavorful that they didn't even need the dipping sauce. For mains, we ordered the stir-fried crab in pong garee curry (BOO PAD PONG GAREE), the crispy pork belly curry (BA BUEY KHLAK TI), and the tom yum seafood pad see ew (TOM YUM HAENG SEN YAI). The stir-fried crab was hands down my favorite dish of the night. I admit that I love crab, but they were generous with the crab meat, and the rich pong garee curry sauce was delicious. The tom yum stir-fried noodles had a pleasant touch of heat balanced out by a bright acidic kick, accompanied by plenty of fresh seafood. The crispy pork belly was tasty, though my husband got one piece that was oddly cold in the center. The only dish I would skip is the stir-fried bok choy, it was totally ordinary and definitely not worth the $12 price tag. Overall, the food was spot-on and the service was great, even if the prices felt a bit steep.
A unique experience and incredible food that I will talk about the rest of my life. So cool to try Thai dishes from multiple regions and all done extraordinarily well from a culinary perspective. Delicious and great presentation. We came in a group of 5 and arai kodai (chef curated menu) is mandatory for that size group but sooo worth it. Admittedly our spice tolerance is 0 so even some of the dishes described as "minimal spice" were super spicy for us, but some of them really did have no spice level. Service was friendly, attentive, and professional. We went in late April and I'm not sure what all the dishes were called but some of our favorites were the refreshing mango salad (with dangerous pieces of spicy chili), fresh scallops, tom kha soup, and crab curry. Everything was super good though and 10/10 would love to come again!
We tried several things, and this review will be of our top two favorites! Hoi Shae Nam Pla - the scallops were so tender with delicious chili (a little kick) lime, garlic, fish sauce! Lots of layers and loved the savory citrus, perfectly balanced with garlic slivers. Gai Tawt Won Pen- signature Thai fried chicken dish! My daughter's favorite, the crispy crunchy crust was perfect for the juicy chicken. Came with a bright chili dipping sauce! What missed was the cocktails. Everyone has different tastes, but for us, both cocktails lacked the balance we were hoping for. Madame Madame (too tart and crisp) and Sol Thaniya (too earthy and spirit -Gin- forward. We were seated in the back (a different building) after you past a little bit of storage and the restrooms and an open area they said would be used when it's cooler. It was cozy, with about five tables and eight barstools. It feels intimate, inviting, and the bar was fully stocked. Service was excellent!! From the greeting to the food runner, everyone was welcoming.
We were very excited for our second visit to Lom Wong, although it was a letdown compared to our first visit. I understand a "menu refresh" as it was explained to us, but getting rid of popular items like the pork belly curry was rather disappointing. The green mango salad seemed like a smaller portion than the first time, and the flavors weren't there like before. Plus it took over 30 minutes before it arrived as our first item. For mains we ordered the beef shank curry and curried crab noodles. Both dishes were on the spicier side, but especially the noodles which were too spicy and maybe should have been mentioned by the waitress ahead of time. Also, the noodles reminded me more of a Vietnamese style cold noodle dish than a traditional hot Thai noodle dish. At least the banana split was still great.
**July 2026: Thursday Night** We wanted to end our trip on a high note so we decided to try Lom Wong, a 2025 James Beard Award winner! The fact that the restaurant was very close to our Airbnb, and did not require a reservation also felt like a sign to make the visit. The spot is definitely trendy, and parking was tricky. Uber/Lyft would be my recommendation, but there is a paid parking garage down a couple of streets. We didn't need a reservation since we had a small party, but I would recommend if if you're coming with a party of four or more. We sat at the bar and ordered four dishes from different categories, which was a great way to sample the menu; though honestly I think we probably could have gotten away with just 3 dishes for a party of 2. We tried Yam Mamuang Boran (old-style green mango salad), Boo Pad Pong Garee (crab curry with ginger), Tom Yum Haeng Sen Yai (dry tom yum with wide noodles), and Naem Khao Tot (crispy rice salad with fermented pork sausage). The noodles and salad were definitely my favorite though everything was seasoned really well and incredibly flavorful. What I loved most was how thoughtfully prepared everything felt. The restaurant has a really sincere, home-style feel, and you can tell the food is rooted in tradition while still feeling special and elevated. It was the perfect final meal for our trip, and I'd definitely come back again.
Prepare for a flavorful walk through the history of Thailand with a menu comprised of family recipes from different regions, offering an amazingly authentic village-style Thai dining experience. The food is served family style but everything tastes so good you will always wish there was more (I could live off their curry crab). The atmosphere is cozy like being seated in your grandparents' kitchen and the staff is welcoming like family. But be warned that many dishes are not for the faint of heart and have a healthy kick of heat to them!
Finally got to try Lom Wong after hearing so many praises and recommendations from others. Unfortunately, for us, it was incredibly bland and underwhelming. I really want to believe it was a fluke. Rushing to get food out quickly to mimic Thai street food is not desirable when quality is sacrificed and the customer is paying almost $40 for a plate.. I will say the food came out within minutes of ordering. Our server was nice and patient. I needed some extra time to look over the menu and he didn't rush us to order even though he was very busy. The food was so lackluster and it pains me to say that about a Thai restaurant. Every dish was just missing something, whether it was some spicy or citrus. Every dish was very one dimensional. The Boo Pad Pong Garee, or stir fried crab curry, was dry and underwhelming. It was missing spice for me. There were huge chunks of crab though. The Naem Khao Tawt, or crispy rice salad, may have been my favorite bite of the night. It had a great balance of textures and flavors. It was refreshing and helped cut through some of the dryness of the crab curry. I loved the cured pork sausage. Tom Yum Haeng Sen Yai, or the stir fried flat rice noodles with squid, wasn't terrible. I love flat rice noodles and they had the distinct char that you would get from wok cooking. Loved that. The flavors overall weren't bad. Just again, underwhelming and lacked a good balance of flavors. I would have liked more spice, citrus, and umami. We did not care for the creme brûlée duo. The hibiscus one was soooooo intensely sour that it was almost inedible. It was very bright though. The lemongrass one reminded me too much of a savory lemongrass soup that I couldn't enjoy it. Some of the spiel and verbiage that the team had was a little pretentious and awkward. I saw them "kindly" kicking out a table for sitting past their reservation time. I've never ever seen a restaurant do that before. Really not that bad but really not worth the $20-$40 price tags either. I'm open to coming back and trying other dishes. I really think I may have came on a bad night.
Came here two times and the food never disappoints me! The fried chicken is always my go to dish because it has that rich garlic aroma and is very juicy inside. It tastes even better with that Thai chili sauce. I didn't take the photos of all the other dishes but they were all super delicious. The first time when I came, the service was impeccable - they were nice, attentive, and patient. The second time was a bit disappointing. It took a really long time for one of my friends' dishes to come. But when we checked with them, we were told "it will come when it's ready." I understand that they were busy at that moment. But they could have told us in a better way. Overall, I always look forward to dinning here. And this is definitely one of the best Thai restaurants in Phoenix!
This has to be my longest review ever. But so worth it. Lom Wong's serves the kind of Thai food you simply can't find anywhere else. It's so good that I'll forever be sad I have to drive 30 minutes to get it. One of the coolest parts of the experience is the menu itself. It's divided into sections featuring dishes from different regions of Thailand, making the meal feel like you're traveling through the country one plate at a time. Everything was incredibly flavorful. The Boo Pad Pong Garee was outstanding. The crab was already de-shelled (thank you!), and the curry powder was balanced perfectly. It added flavor without overpowering the sweetness of the fresh crab. The BBQ pork in the Bamee Mu Dang was unbelievably tender and packed with flavor. The crispy fried bits (garlic and herbs, I think?) took it to another level. I rarely eat many carbs because I'm usually trying to be disciplined, but I couldn't stop eating this dish. The Kaeng Kua Hoi was simple, elegant, and delicious. The mussels were bursting with curry flavor, and the sauce was too good to leave behind. Everyone at the table ended up pouring it over their rice. The Hoi Shae Nam Pla appetizer was another highlight. The scallops tasted incredibly fresh, and you could tell the seafood throughout every dish was selected with care and intention. Service was exceptional. Even though the restaurant was nearly full, everything arrived surprisingly fast and piping hot. Our drinks were never empty, the staff checked on us regularly, and they even wished us a happy anniversary. A few minor cons: * You don't get to choose your spice level (or at least we weren't asked). The spice level was perfect for my husband and me, but our son found it slightly too spicy, even though he still enjoyed the food. * Parking is atrocious. Not really the restaurant's fault. It's just part of being in downtown Phoenix. * The desserts felt a little out of place. One option was a banana split, and another was a fusion crème brûlée split between hibiscus and lemongrass flavors. Since the rest of the menu is so thoughtfully focused on regional Thai cuisine, it would have been nice to see that same philosophy carried into the dessert menu. Overall, this place delivers a unique dining experience. Absolutely, 1,000,000% worth the drive. My family and I are super happy to have picked this place for our anniversary.
I have heard so much about this place over the past year that I had to try it for myself. I get it! It was delicious! Service was wonderful! I asked for a chef tasting of non-spicy options (the Arai Kodai. Mine came to $67 as I wanted extra tastings). Isaiah asked my preferences then went to town! His dance moves while he entered my order were a great touch! The aroma inside is exquisite! Everything around me looked so fresh! I loved seeing all the food around me. I see why everyone loves the green mango salad (yam mamuang boran). Delicious! So flavorful! Just know not to expect lettuce. The fried chicken was tasty but I wished I had asked for not fried options. That's on me. It was certainly good. Very crispy and flavorful. Next time I would just prefer something more unique than wings. The bok choy with garlic (pad pak twang toong) is so good! Very light and tasty. I asked for a side of white rice to enjoy it with. I ended with Naem Khao Tawt. It was again flavorful and zesty. I would have avoided more crispy and pork with this one but again that's on me. It was still tasty. Next time I would ask for more grilled options and something with beef and noodles. The scallops and buffalo tartare sounded fantastic! Would definitely want those in the future! They were out of buffalo tonight. The dueling brule dessert was so good? I'm particular the purple one! So tart! Really wonderful experience and made new friends while here. Parking is a bit of a nuisance, but after 15 minutes I got lucky and snagged a street spot close by out front. Otherwise, it's either street parking, meter parking or nearby garages. Will definitely be back to try more dishes.
We had heard great things about this place and they are part of the Chase reserve Sapphire dining program so we decided we would have our celebration of our 25th anniversary here for dinner They actually had sent an email letting us know parking is pretty tight in the area so we decided to just rideshare here, it's a lot easier. They will open the front gate right at 5 PM on the nose, we had a 5 PM reservation. There was already a line forming for those arrivals. We had booked bar seating in the back room, which is a bit smaller than the front dining area, but cozy Carly was our server/bartender and she was extremely friendly and explained how everything worked. The menu was split into three portions, North, South and collaborations. They'll explain every addition detail to you if you like. As many had mentioned how good the mango salad is, we pretty much had to order that. I didn't realize it would have nice chunks of shrimp in it, that was a fantastic surprise. We also ordered the crab curry, and that was both of our favorite dishes.- it is served with a big bowl of sticky rice, Yum! The other dish we ordered was a noodle with pork, and those noodles were so creatively tasty. Very good. They don't have a set wine list, they have a QR code on the menu since their wines changed so often but most glasses were $15-$17 each they had a nice Sauvignon Blanc and my husband went for the Thai beer Lovely experience!
FOOD: The food was really good here and presentation was amazing. my favorite dish was the papaya salad and the fish. the curry was a bit too salty and the other dishes were decent. i really emitted hope creative they were with the menu. we also tried the panang curry cocktail which was def really interesting. SERVICE: Amazing service, the manager and staff came out to check on us and were very attentive. very polite Ambiance: Very nice and cool decor. Trendy and classy at the same time. good place for drinks inside. also they use incense or scented oils there it smells good
10 months ago
This place is delicious... sooooo good. I absolutely loved everything. This was an experience and I will definitely be back. It was my birthday so they offered me a dessert and I went with the crème brûlée which was also super yummy! However the actual food was on another level of amazing. The drinks were also quite strong! Service was pretty good. Our server gave us a rundown on the menu and that helped us navigate the menu to figure out what to order. I was happy with all our choices! The curry was a little spicy for my husband but I love spice so it was perfect for me. I have to say that mango salad really did something for me. The combination of the sweetness from the mango, the acidity from I think lime, and the fish sauce was just sooo good. I loved how many flavors and textures this dish offered. The noodles were also delicious. So savory and flavorful. Lom Wong is located downtown and it's a cute and sleek restaurant. We had to pay to park on the street fyi which is normally expected downtown. I came on a Sunday and there were multiple parties waiting outside before they even opened. I highly recommend checking out Lom Wong! read more
10 months ago
Freaking stellar meal! We did the "let the chef decide" meal for my husband and I, and everyone was incredible. It came with four well portioned courses. We started with the Crab Curry (GET THIS.) And it was my favorite of the evening. So many massive chunks of salty delicious crab served over rice. Next was a crispy sausage dish which was one of my husbands faves. Third, we had some extremely crispy chicken wings with sauce, and last was a close tie for first place flavor with the best Tom Kah Gai soup I've ever had. Ever: possibly the most flavorful soup I've ever had in my life. This place was SUCH a worthy stop! Service was busy, but the food came out fast! And the decor was mildly eclectic but tidy. read more
19 days ago
5 months ago
The food was so delicious and they had a banana solit! Service was good and quick. The food was very aggressive. The flavors and style were hard. The curry was good but the meat tasted as if it was in actual Thailand. Had very high expectations given the awards, but unfortunately felt short of those expectations read more
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Alex M.
Hi Crystal,…
By far my favorite spot in the valley. My husband and I came here for a date night and we were so amazed with the food! We made reservations which I highly recommended to make things seamless upon arrival. We had a cozy table in the back of the restaurant, felt very speakeasy vibes as we walked through the back of the restaurant. It was such a nice space, very vibey, cozy, and intimate. I loved it! We ordered the following plates to share: - YAM MAMUANG BORAN (green mango salad) - BAMEE MU DANG (egg noodles with char sui) - BA BUEY KHLAK TI (pork belly) - TOM YUM HAENG SEN YAI (stir fried wide noodles) Although all were incredible, they were listed in order of favorite, and it would be very hard to go back and not get the same things! Lom Wongs was absolutely incredible and I can't wait to go back to 1) have everything again & 2) try something new lol read more
5 months ago
Lom Wong is super cute and looks like a restaurant you could find in SF or NYC which I love. The hose was super friendly and explained the menu - it's in 3 sections indicative of different types of Thai cuisine. I ordered the madame Madame cocktail that had vodka, lemongrass, lychee and soda. It had good flavors and was refreshing. My husband is a vegetarian so we ordered the following Section 1-NAW TAWT-fried bamboo. This was really good with a hint of spice but a lot for 2 people. We took some home and it held up great and crisped right back up in air fryer. Section 2-PAD KWANG TOON-stir-fried bok choy and tofu. This was so so. Not overly flavorful. Section 2-KAENG PHET FAK TAWNG-squash and eggplant curry. This had good flavor. Section 3-YAM SAI BAI-seaweed salad. I wouldn't have ordered this but my husband wanted to try it. It was amazing. The best thing we had. Really good flavors. Again a bit much for 2 people so we took it home and had some the next day. Also held up well. It's definitely worth checking out but make sure you make reservations. It's small and popular! read more
Hear me out, i've had a lot of thai food in my day and this has got to be the best thai in all of arizona! literally i was blown away from th authentic flavors and delicious ingredients the best part was the ambiance and staff they really care about the service and food quality! totally come here it's an absolute solid 10/10 A++ read more
2 months ago
Not worth the hype. The restaurant is so loud you can barely hear each other. Everything about it felt pretentious. The food is mid and extremely overpriced. Service was horrible. Water smelled like fish. read more
The food was incredible- we let them order for us and it did not disappoint! The chicken wings were delicious and don't sleep On the bokchoy with tofu! The real star of the show was a crab curry but we also enjoyed a whole fried fish, soup, a noodle dish and more! My only complaint would be the size and quality of cocktails for the cost read more
Lom Wong is an authentic and regional Northern Thai restaurant located in the heart of Downtown Phoenix. This spot won a James Beard Award this year! To get here, street parking will be your best bet and there is a good amount of it around the area. Reservations are highly recommended as spots do tend to fill up fast. Wifey and I stopped by for dinner with a reservation. They have a gorgeous setup with seating options indoors and outdoors. For their menu, they have a unique selection of dishes inspired from different local villages in Thailand. Wifey and I ended up getting a spread consisting of the Gai Tawt Won Pen, Tom Yum Haeng Sen Yai, Tom Kha Gai, and the Thai Banana Split for dessert. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience here and could tell why this spot is a James Beard Award winner. All of the staff here are very friendly and welcoming. Definitely make sure to book your next reservation here for one of the best dining experiences in AZ! read more
I saw Lom Wang won the James Beard award for best chef last year and made it a point to stop by while in town. They are deserving of all the recognition - this was my favorite meal in Phoenix. I highly recommend making a reservation because they are quite busy! I came here with a large group - I believe parties of greater than five are required to do the chefs course, and I'm so glad this was the case. Our party of eight was brought roughly 15 dishes, all of which were excellent. The quantity of food was impressive and the service is fast - I barely had time to get photos. All the dishes are traditional northern Thai cuisine and many of which were new to me. However, the servers are great at explaining each dish. My favorite was the mango salad and seafood noodle (pictured). read more
20 days ago
Good food but pretentious vibe. I liked 3 out of the 4 dishes but the scallops tasted very fishy. We sat at the bar and the employees weren't too attentive. read more
22 days ago
We ordered 6 plates ranging from the mango salad to the pork spare ribs in curry, coconut chicken soup, and the whole branzino. Food was delicious! Everything was cooked and prepared perfectly with delicious flavors and great salt and spice levels. I appreciated learning the background history of the menu and dishes, which I believe adds to the experience. I guess my only complaint is that you have to order everything up front and the food comes out whenever the kitchen has it ready which can feel rushed or in a strange order. Maybe that's just easier for the kitchen? I'm not sure. I personally would rather have the dishes coursed out more appropriately. But other than that, service/atmosphere/food were amazing! read more
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Thanks so much Charissa! We’re glad you enjoyed the food. Our…
I want to give 10 stars! I've been wanting to go to Lom Wong for a long time. Then they go and win a James Beard award, lol. It took a reservation a month in advance but it was way worth it! Parking in the Roosevelt area just sucks. So go early. We were sat right away. We chose the ARAI KODAI experience which is where they choose what to bring you. Just do it because it would be impossible to decide on what to get off the menu. They ask if you like spice. We said yes. Nothing was over the top spicy. It just had the perfect flavor of spice. It was just hubby and I and they brought us 4 dishes and a dessert. They also explained items will come out fast. So we were ready for our food adventure! Everything we had just left you wanting more! As much as I loved everything we had, I want to go and try more stuff! We just need to find people to go with us so we can get more entrees to try! lol. By the time the final dish came out I was sad because I didn't want it to end. They asked if we were still hungry because they could bring us one more dish. But we were comfortable. So we declined. Of course once I did I regretted it because I just wanted more. Service was great! Different people bring different dishes and each one explained what it was and a little background story behind it. They were fast just like they said. We were in and out in less than an hour! We didn't feel rushed at all. Easily my top 5 meals. read more
All the food we got was fantastic and the depth of flavor on the dishes were amazing! The standout dish was yam mamuang boran, the mango salad. Very similar to papaya salad and it had the right balance of lime, coconut cream, and fish sauce. Of the three dishes, the tom yum haeng sen yai, the stir fried noodles, was the weakest dish. Still good but compared to the other two lacked the depth of flavor. Would def come back if we're back in town. read more
2 months ago
I've been here a few times and it's always good. It's in a cute old house just off Roosevelt row so it's not a big place, it gives it a cozy feel. And it's cute inside with the exposed brick and plants. Everything I've had was good. You can't select the spice level so some things are too spicy for me to eat but they have plenty to choose from on the mild side. My favorite dish from this time was the Tom Ka soup. Parking is tricky give yourself extra time. I always have luck on 1st and Portland. read more
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Thanks so much, Sarah!
Come for the food, stay for the vibe! I've been here a few times and I can't stop raving about the delicious, fresh and flavorful food and refreshing cocktails! If you're looking for authentic Thai food in an elevated environment with friendly and welcoming service look no further. Last time we were there my best friend and I split 3 plates- Bod Pang Pong Garee (stir fried crab) Bamee Mu Dang (egg noodles with pork and veggies) and Hoi Shae Nam Pla (scallop crudo) and everything was 10/10 we couldn't decide which dish was our favorite because everything was so good. I love that the dishes are reflective of the owners' family dishes and heritage and the story behind their restaurant as well. Pro tip: make a reservation a week out on Open Table! read more
One of the best restaurants in Phoenix, objectively. It's got a quaint, dim interior, perfect for date nights, and a fancy dinner. It's quite busy, so reservations are highly recommended. I love this place, but it's NOT your typical Thai restaurant. The chefs make dishes inspired by Northern Thai cuisine, and I bet you'll not recognize many of the dishes. Plus, they rotate their menu multiple times a year so each visit may warrant a different selection. This is what we ordered for a party of 4: Bamee Mu Dang: this is their best dish, hands down! Contains sweetly-seasoned noodles topped with soft char siu, none of it overwhelming, wonderful taste Tom Kha Gai: this dish you might recognize: it's Tom Kha, a light-tasting broth full of minty flavorings and moist chicken, definitely a great choice to order here Yam Mamuang Boran: this is another Must-Buy dish; papaya salad, it's crunchy, it's refreshing, it's sweet; its quality is unmatched to other restaurants Naw Tawt: fried bamboo that's basically French fries that you dip in sweet Thai sauce; quite thin, great appetizer for the group Kaeng Phet Fak Tawng: a light curry broth, quite spicy if that's not your thing, with some very tasty squash; was some people's favorites, not mine Tom Yum Haeng Sen Yai: rice noodles (the wide ones like in Pad Kee Mao) with a light flavor to it; its flavor is quite light in comparison to other rice noodles dishes read more
I was so excited to try Lom Wong after hearing so many amazing things, and overall I'd say the experience was good but maybe my expectations were a little too high. The menu concept is authentic and really well thought out, and I loved that the staff took the time to walk us through each dish. Everyone we interacted with was kind, attentive, and made it feel like a comfortable, welcoming experience. For drinks, we tried the Honeymoon in Japan and the Sot Cheun. Both were enjoyable but nothing that really stood out. The food started off strong with the yam mamuang boran (green mango salad), which was easily our favorite of the night. It had the perfect balance of freshness and heat; absolutely delicious. The gai tawt won pen (fried chicken wings) were another win, perfectly crispy with a dipping sauce that pulled it all together. The tom yum haeng sen yai (wide rice noodles with squid and mushrooms) was solid. I loved the flavor and it felt like a true home-cooked dish, but it wasn't a knockout. That said, I would order it again. The one miss for us was the kaeng kua hoi (mussel curry). The flavor leaned too heavily toward fish, and the sauce unfortunately tasted more like fish juice than curry. It was the only dish we didn't enjoy, but I have to say our server handled it so graciously. They replaced it with the bok choi, which turned out to be a great choice and a hit at the table. The restaurant itself is very cute, with plenty of nearby street parking. While not every dish blew us away, I appreciated the authenticity, the thoughtful menu, and the genuinely warm service. I'd come back to try more, especially since some of the dishes were truly memorable. read more
I came here for a friend's birthday dinner, though I have been here before as well. All of the dishes are always spot on and bursting with flavor - you can't go wrong with what you order. This is by far my favorite Thai restaurant in Phoenix. The service was attentive and very nice and the ambiance is small, but cute and cozy. We sat outside on the patio. They have an impressive cocktail menu too. I wasn't feeling like having alcohol when I went, but ordered a mocktail instead. They designate which cocktails can be made as mocktails with an asterisk next to the drink on the menu. Parking can be a bit of a bear around here since it is downtown. We ended up snagging a spot that cost $30 for the time we were there! read more
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Alex M.
Thanks so much Kelly!
Heard so many great things about this place so was excited to come here to celebrate sister in law's birthday! We ordered so many delicious dishes it was definitely hard to choose favorites. My top favorites would be Kaeng Kua Hoi (mussel curry), Gai Tawt Won Pen (chicken wings), Pla Rad Prik Sam (fried branzino), and Ba Buey Khlak Ti (pork belly curry). The mussels were cooked soo tender and paired with the curry was so good over rice. Chicken wings were crispy and meaty. The fried branzino was very shareable and the fish had plenty of meat to share! This was definitely worth it for the price because of the taste, portion, and the amount of work to make this dish. Finally the pork belly curry was perfect crispy belly skin with delicious curry. Some unique items were Boo Pad Pong Garee (crab egg), Kaeng Phet Fak Tawny (eggplant curry), Tom Yum Haeng Sen Yai (wide noodles). Really enjoy the flavors of these dishes. For dessert, we went for the crème brûlée and it came in two. One lemongrass and hibiscus flavor. They were both really good, but I liked the hibiscus more. Love the twist they did with the lemongrass crème brûlée. They don't change the spice level so it made us nervous since not all of us can handle spice, but the spice was definitely not bad at all so don't get scared. Especially with water and rice, go for the dish you want to try! Creativity were definitely there and I love how it's Thai dishes for different parts of Thailand. Portions were smaller for the pricing, but presentation and taste are definitely there. Service was great with refilling waters, BUT we felt so rushed! We ordered a good amount of food so needed more time to eat of course, but towards the end they mentioned we need to give up our table soon since there's a reservation. We were not trying to be slow at eating, but we just got a variety of items and need more time. I understand there are reservations, but they should see that we ordered more than recommended for our party size. Definitely a nice place to come for a celebration / date night! read more
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Alex M.
Hi Tracy,…
My wife wanted to try Lom Wong and we agree it is hands down one of the nicest Thai dining experiences I've had in Phoenix for a while. The moment you walk in, you can feel the care and thought that's gone into creating not just a meal, but a real journey into Thai cuisine. Knowing that chef Yotaka Martin is a James Beard Award winner sets high expectations--and every dish truly delivers. The food was outstanding. Every plate is bursting with flavor and color, and the variety on the menu makes it easy to find something new and exciting each visit. From rich, aromatic curries to beautifully grilled meats and creative vegetable dishes, everything feels fresh and authentic. It's not your typical Americanized Thai food; instead, it's a deeper, more thoughtful exploration of Thai cooking, and you can really taste the passion behind it. We did the Arai Kodai option - where several plates are brought out selected by the chef - no need to make difficult decisions with the extensive menu options. This allowed us to get a taste of northern and southern Thai cuisine and it was definitely worth doing. The mango salad is to die for - as other reviewers have previously stated. The service matches the quality of the food. The staff is welcoming, attentive, and very knowledgeable about the specific dishes and regions, but also happy to answer questions or make recommendations. It adds to the whole experience and makes you feel like you're in good hands. The only real downside is parking, which can be a bit of a hassle, especially during busy times - we went during First Fridays (which we didnt realize was happening and had to park over 1/2 mile away. But honestly, the food and service more than make up for it. If you're looking for an incredible meal in Phoenix and want to experience Thai food at a higher level, Lom Wong is absolutely worth the visit. It's a restaurant I'll be coming back to again and again. read more
The bar is such a vibe. They also have outdoor dining tables and offer tropical cocktail flavors. The food came out fairly quick and the potions were generous. I would have been happy with sharing the beef curry and skipping on the shredded crab/egg dish. read more
Worth the wait to get a reservation! The story behind the menu was absolutely beautiful from showcasing where the owner studied, where their spouse was from, to the origins of certain dishes that represented different cultures, and flavor profiles from all over Thailand, just wow. My favorite dish was most definitely the Yam Mamuang Boran (mango salad with shrimp) - this dish was packed with flavor and had such a lovely acidic balance to it. Even the poached fish in it was so flavorful. We ordered the Boo Pad Pong Garee (crab stir fry) this was my second favorite, the Ba Buey Khlak Ti ( crispy pork belly curry ) and the Naw Tawt (fried bean sprouts) I wasn't a big fan of the bean sprouts. They were more on the bitter side, and while I loved the flavors in the pork belly after a while the pork belly quickly becomes soggy and changes the texture because of the curry which isn't as fun of an experience. The only dessert they had left was the banana split with coconut sorbet, fish sauce caramel and Thai chili chocolate drizzle. I loved the concept and flavors but the chocolate and caramel got hard quickly and was stringy which made it more difficult to eat. Overall I would return and try more on the menu. The less desirable bits listed above truly are so small. The food tastes fresh and the flavors are so authentic. I can't wait to come back read more
4 months ago
Had a friend's dinner out and had reservations @ Lom Wong for a party of 4 for Saturday evening. We opted for the Arai Kodai experience which I would equate to a Japanese omakase. Essentially, they bring you a multi-course dinner and the server makes the selections. It's an unpretentious, laidback type of atmosphere which was nice. The food quality was good and the spin the put on traditional Thai dishes was creative and well done. The developmental feedback I would provide is mostly around the service. Upon being sat at our table, we were provided water but the server never came by to take drink orders for over 10 minutes. Then, with the time for the bar to make the drinks it was quite a bit after our arrival time before they actually arrived. They didn't start bringing food until about 30 min after our reservation stated. Then, they only brought the food in about three rounds. Two dishes were delivered, then 4 and finally finished with the branzino (I may not have the exact number of courses correct, but you get the gist). They came so rapidly, there was almost no room to put everything on the table. The pressure of the speed of delivery and the fact the courses weren't spread out made the experience a bit pressured and chaotic feeling. We agreed to a 1hr 45min reservation time, which is totally fine. I get the need to turn tables, but the delay in drinks and lack of spacing out dishes made a less than satisfactory experience. The server never provided fresh plates or cleared empty dishes until we asked (which we had to do multiple times). She was slow at taking drink orders and my drink sat empty for quite a while before she came back. I had higher expectations for the level of service, which is what's resulting in the 3 star review. read more
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Alex M.
Hi Devin,…
Elevated Thai with bold flavors and beautiful plating! I think it's good for a special night, but not priced for the every day. With the experience at the end & higher prices, I felt like this was below a 4. However, the food itself was on track for a 4.5 or better. What we got: Chicken wings-GaiTawt Won Pen Eggplant curry - Kaeng Phet Fak Tawng Mussel curry - Kaeng Kia Hoi Drunken noodles - Tom Yum Haeng Sen Yai Brazino - Pla Rad Prik Sam crab eggs- Boo Pad Pong Garee Pork Belly curry Ba Buey Khlak Ti Crème brûlée What Hit: The pork belly and Brazino were a stand out hit. These two were well flavored and perfectly cooked. The fish was a sizable portion and served a group of four easily. The drunken noodles were good, with the squid! I really enjoyed the presentation across all dishes. What missed: Menu heavily lean on curry-based dishes and without the chicken, Brazino, and noodles, the options felt a bit limited. I wished some of the portions were a bit larger as well. Something else I'd like to surface: just as we were nearing the middle/end of our dinner, our waitress passive aggressively kept telling us that our timer was coming to an end, and that they had a second round of reservations ready to take our spot. I was shocked to hear it this way, multiple times, but it became the focus of the remainder of the dinner and left a sour taste. I think our table ordered more than double & would've expected a lot more courtesy. read more
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Alex M.
Hi Andrew,…
This is a tough one for me - a 3.5 from both of us. On the one hand it's delicious Thai food that comes out of the kitchen as it's cooked and is meant to be shared. For me, the curry although really good, was the same note from one dish to another. We had the fried chicken (which is wings), the pork belly and the crab. Again, its fresh and well prepared just didn't blow us away. The 'experience' meant we were seated outside - this was comfortable with the blower and misters even in the 106ish out but not convivial. Some of that was our fault as we didn't notice the seating mention on the Open Table reservation but were notified by text the night of the reservation. Management tried to be very accommodating to our comfort but outside doesn't lend itself to a wonderful experience. We did have a wonderful server - Brenna was ebullient and kind, she was great. read more
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Hi Kate, we’re surprised you thought the dishes were one note as the…
4 months ago
1 year ago
We had a fantastic dinner at Lom Wong. I'm so impressed with the food and drinks. It is truly worthy of the accolades, most notably Lom Wong's Yotaka Martin won the James Beard award this year. We can totally see and taste why. The must have is the mango salad, it is the best mango salad I have ever had. Very refreshing and well balanced. We ordered the pork curry, noodles with char siu pork and fried chicken. All were very delicious. Note that the dishes are spicy and would say perfect amount of spice. I got the Thai tea cocktail which was so good and strong. Service is great we were seated right away with our reservation. Ambiance is chill and nice for dates, get togethers. Price is very reasonable. I would easily say this is the best Thai food in Arizona. I will be dreaming of my next return to Lom Wong. read more
4 months ago
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10 months ago
Lom Wong's is a great place to eat if visiting Roosevelt row! We got the beef curry dish and it's perfect for two as they give you a big heaping of rice. I also got the crab and egg dish, and it was a lot of the same texture but great portion for two people. We didn't try drinks but they all looked delicious! Restaurant is pretty big and staff is friendly and attentive. Perfect time to eat outside before the weather gets hot again! They have heat lamps too. read more
1 year ago
If ever there was a meal that made me want to sell everything and backpack across Thailand...this was it. The food was so flavorful! I haven't had great Thai since I lived in Seattle. The staff was wonderful and we really enjoy the intimacy of the dining room. read more
Headed to Lom Wong for Thai food and was impressed by the family story and delightful dishes. The green mango salad is a balance of acidic and spicy flavors. The crab fried rice is a must order with generous portions of crab. The pork belly was savory and rich! If you go however, you MUST attend their speakeasy bar in the back. These are the most DELICIOUS cocktails I have ever indulged in. Mr. Baans Bar in itself is worth a visit. They have savory, sweet, spirit-forward, everything you can think of! All inspired by thai flavors. I tried Dusty's Thai tea, Khao Soi Cowboy, Ooey and Tooey, and Phed Yaang. You must get the Dusty's Thai tea and Ooey and Tooey if you are there. This establishment has some of the most innovative flavors and is a must-go in the Phoenix area. read more
5 months ago
This is a really neat place to visit and eat. The chef won the James Beard award recently. My friend and I went to celebrate her birthday. We made reservations for 8pm. It was quite busy. It is a cozy little restaurant and there is a lot of seating so the buzz of conversations made it a little difficult to hear one another at times. The host showed us to our seats and then explained a little bit about the restaurant and the background as well as how it is family style. We ordered cocktails and something from each section of the menu. We got: Yam Mamuang Boran - the mango salad was delicious and had many unique flavors. My one main issue was the Thai chili was so spicy, I couldn't enjoy a lot of the salad. Bamee Mu Dang - this was a delicious combo of noodles, pork belly, and flavors. It also carries some heat but not too much. This was my second favorite dish of the night. Kaeng Kua Hoi - the mussels were okay... the curry sauce had a lot of heat but otherwise lacked flavor. It wasn't my top favorite. Tom Yum Haeng Sen Yai - this was, by far, my favorite. We did add the pork belly. The first time it came out, there was no pork belly. We asked about it and they took back the dish and remade it with the pork belly. But by the time it came back out, I was so full I couldn't eat very much which was a pity as the flavors blended beautifully together and the pork belly definitely added to the overall flavor. They brought out two small creme brulees for my friend's birthday. One was hibiscus and it was so incredibly good. Overall, this was a very pleasant experience. I would come back again and try some other dishes... my one word of caution... if it has chili in it, be prepared for some heat. read more
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Do you have traditional pad Thai?
We don’t serve Pad Thai, and we’re happy to share why. While it’s widely known in the U.S. as a signature Thai dish, it isn’t central to the regional cuisines that inspire our cooking.…
Are there entree options that not spicy?
Theirs is not overly spicy curry; it's actually pretty mild.
Are there gluten free options for people with celiac disease?
Yes, there are many.
How busy does it get at 5-6pm on a Saturday?
Busyc but if you walk in at 5 on the dot we can usually seat you. If you want to be sure make a reservation.
What is the likelihood of being able to walk in on a Sunday night without a reservation?
It’s usually easy at 5PM. The dining room gets filled up, but bar and outside (misters) is easy this time of year. If you’re a party of 5 or more, reservations are highly recommended if you want to sit inside.
What should we wear? We are planning on being around town before hand, but don't want to offend wearing shorts if that is frowned upon.
Very casual space. I wouldn't worry about the dress code. The serving staff doesn't :)
Which dishes are dairy free?
All of them except Boo Pad Pong Garee and Crème Brûlée
Hello! I made a reservation for 1- is the $15 reservation fee refunded when I dine?
Yes!
Do they have vegetarian/vegan options on the menu?
Hi Madhumita, we have one fully vegan dish, hed neung: steamed oyster mushrooms with toasted galangal dipping paste. As fish sauce and shrimp paste are essential ingredients in the cuisines of Thailand and we strive to remain sincere to the recipes…
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