I'm not sure why I didn't try this place sooner because I'm a fan. I haven't been eating out very much during COVID so it was hard to decide what to order since I wanted everything! Finally, I settled on the Massaman Curry Lamb Shank since it appeared to be one of the more unique dishes although a bit risker than my usual Thai go-to dishes. The lamb was super tender and the curry packed plenty of flavor. The soft-boiled egg was perfectly cooked and a nice accompaniment. My only complaint would be the eggplant which was undercooked and hard. But I would still recommend this dish and order it again. Malai has their own house-brewed beers but I couldn't be convinced to try the Thai IPA with lemongrass that day since I had pre-gamed with an amazing COVID cocktail at home. We sat in the air-conditioned, enclosed patio and there was plenty of spacing between tables. read more

Malai Kitchen - Massaman Curry Lamb Shank. Yum! - Thai Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I got the green chicken curry, pad thai, and the papaya salad . I loved the curry the most as it was very flavorful and delicious!

Malai Kitchen gets a 10/10! What stands out is the amazing service, it's an amazing go to for higher end Thai food in Dallas! The menu has unique twists on classic Thai and other Asian dishes. Great ambiance both indoor and outdoor in West Village area convenient location. read more

Malai Kitchen brings Thailand to Dallas! Came here for brunch with a friend and his girlfriend who was visiting Dallas. I'm so glad we decided to come here One of the best food presentations I've seen! Service was outstanding - they were so intentional with giving us great food recommendations and ensuring we have a good time. They truly make you feel at home. Definitely recommend the sticky rice with peanut sauce for an appetizer. I had the Hoi an Hash which was tremendously tasteful! The moment the food provides a splash of Thai flavor and stands formidable as one of the best, if not the best, Thai restaurants in Dallas! I will go out of my way to come here again. The ambiance is classy with a touch of friendliness! I asked my friend to share some of his and his girlfriend's thoughts. Here they are before: Mitzi's favorite was your hash; my favorite was the eggs benedict! And I actually thought the egg from Mitzi's omelet was tastier than the egg from the hash... though she had opposing thoughts and thought the egg from the hash was better! Haha. Definitely, those biscuits from the eggs benedict were the perfect level of crispiness though. And I have to admit that the waiter's suggestion of dipping the sticky rice into the peanut sauce was probably the biggest power move of the afternoon haha read more

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LOVE Malai Kitchen. I always recommend it to people. From the staff to the food to the ambiance this place never disappoints. Will always hop on the chance to come back. Spongebob APPROVED read more

I have been here multiple times and will keep coming back! It is a 5 star restaurant. The food, the service, and the atmosphere is hard to beat. The drinks are tasty and strong. The food always has a ton of flavor. The service is always fast and all the staff is very nice. Perfect place for all occasions. I would highly recommend the mango sticky rice smash for dessert! Some of my favorite dishes are the drunken noodles, panang curry, and lemongrass beef. Please go to Malai Kitchen! You will not regret it! read more

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Great, we ordered the Malai starter which was 4 of their most popular appetizers, a Vietnamese BBQ Port Rib and some kind of rice bowl. read more

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Had a lovely dinner with a friend the other night to celebrate her new job and this place satisfied all of her Asian food cravings! The waitress was wonderful, wish we got her name, and so was the food! Based on the waitress' recommendation, we got the trout and the drunken noodles! Both were absolutely delicious! The trout portion was HUGE and the drunken noodle portion was just right. We didn't feel like we left in a food coma or with a salty taste in our mouths and were satisfied with our meals. We finished off the meal with a delicious mango sticky rice topped with toasted coconut and it was chefs kiss! read more

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My go to for Asian fusion when I'm in Dallas. Delicious food and cocktails! Love the outdoor patio

Good food in general with very very very fair price! -Cucumber salad is very gingery, a small bowl with a variety of well seasoned vegetables. -Beef pho comes a big bowl! Their noodle is not typical vermicelli but pad Thai noodles, which fits good in this soup base. Not authentic pho to expect but a good flavor beef noodles soup. Surprisedly it served with a fried dough too, I used that for my curry. -yellow curry bowl with tofu has all different kinds of vegetables inside, even pineapple. They curry flavor is good, a little mix of everywhere curry. -complimentary dish is a sticky rice wrap with some sauce. I'm a super sticky rice lover, just wish the wrapper could be a little warmer. Definitely is a good place to come! Price is unbeatable!! read more

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Came here with our toddler and had a mixed experience. Service was great--no complaints there! But there were a few dishes that let us down. We enjoyed the happy hour bites and shrimp pad thai quite a lot, but did not like the iron pot green curry (it tasted heavy and one-dimensional and needed more flavor). We were shocked by how bad the mango sticky rice dessert was. It didn't even have fresh mango on top! Maybe it was out of season but it should have been replaced with something else or we should have been warned ahead of time. It had a pretty soggy texture and the sticky rice tasted more like congee. I typically love mango sticky rice, so this was a major disappointment. I liked the ambiance and would return to try different dishes, but will be steering clear of the mango sticky rice. read more

This spot is nestled down a small street in our neighborhood and had great reviews, so we thought we'd check it out for dinner! It got noticeably busier by the time we left, so I'd recommend coming around 7pm if you're coming for dinner. We were seated at a small booth next to a window and by the bar, and thought it was very cozy inside. The waitress was attentive and kind, and our food and drinks came surprisingly quickly. Although we had a hard time choosing amongst all the items on the menu, we ended up ordering the Tom kha Gai soup (Thai coconut soup), beef panang curry, and the drunken noodles, which were all delicious. The standout for us was the drunken noodles, but we'd order all the same dishes again! Overall, a great neighborhood Thai/Vietnamese spot with an expansive menu, unique drinks, friendly service, and a cozy atmosphere. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Vietnamese and Thai?! OMG what a combo! Stopped by for a Saturday evening dinner on the patio. I think the menu has more of Thai flavors than Vietnamese. I ordered what the waiter recommended, Basil chicken over Jasmine Rice which you can ordered any rice/noodles. The dish was good but not enough chicken. I would definitely recommend to try their noodles instead... I really wanted rice. You can also control the spicy level of the dish. I did mild and didn't feel the spice which is perfect. I was really amazed of the drink menu. They had a Vietnamese Beer! My friend had ordered it so I only tried it. It is extremely light and refreshing. Would strongly recommend to order it if youre a beer person. I ordered the moscow mule and it was refreshing. Dessert - I ordered the mango sticky rice. This dessert is OK. I was expecting more authentic but nonetheless its still good. Would come back to try different dishes. read more

Malai Kitchen - Mango Sticky Rice Smash - Thai Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Yall!! I just ate at Malai for the first time and i absolutely loved it!! The hot peppermint tea was perfect! The lemongrass shrimp soup was a perfect blend of broth, veggies, shrimp and spice! (I added spice at a 3.) The service was on point!! The young lady that helped me decide what to try, Yuli, was very professional and personable! Thank you - Yuli - for a great first experience!! I will be back to try all the things we talked about!! All these years seeing it and never trying it! So thankful someone from my Church Connect Group recommended it!! read more

Food, service and vibe were all terrific! We also liked the variety of choices/flavor and will be back!

It was our first time here and we had a great experience. The staff were attentive, courteous, and friendly. We tried the sampler platter, which was so delicious with so many amazing flavors. We also had the drunken noodles and basil fried rice, which were also so flavorful. We will definitely be back. read more

Malai Kitchen - Drunken noodles - Thai Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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This place was amazing! All I wanted this day was a bowl of Thai soup. This place exceeded my expectations. Loved the complimentary rice and cause as a small started. We also got a growler because we will come back! read more

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Great atmosphere, excellent service and delish food. I have been here too many times to remember but this was the first time I had been here in a while. Try the shishito peppers and the drunken noodles. I always have to order these two ite read more

I went for a late lunch, looking for a vegetarian noodle dish. The waitress suggested a couple, and I chose the drunken noodles which to my taste were perfectly spiced. She told me they made the noodles on site and they were delicious and fresh tasting. With my lunch I had a flight of beer which they brew themselves and I would recommend. One. Food was excellent. Two. The waitress was very helpful. Three, the beer was an added surprise and quite good. Four. I like the ambience. There was Wi-Fi as well. Five I'm looking forward to going back. That's five stars right there and I'm sure I could find another reason to give it six. read more

Stopped by for a quick takeout lunch. I placed my order online which made for super quick pickup. There is plenty of parking in this area of West Village so that was convenient. I got the Pad Thai with veggies and tofu. It was not as flavorful as I was hoping for based on my experience with other Pad Thais. And the bean sprouts overtook the dish. But all in all I would get it again with some adjustments (like no bean sprouts). All of the employees were very nice and friendly! read more

Malai Kitchen - Vegetable Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Dallas, Texas

There is plenty of parking in a nearby parking also limited street parking. Most staff wore masks, guests did not. Tables were definitely not socially distanced. There is indoor seating as well as "outdoor" (it was covered when we were there). The restaurant was fairly busy when we arrived. Luckily we were seated in the outdoor space. Our drinks and food arrived fairly fast. However, we specifically requested no cilantro in any dishes. Almost all of the dishes had cilantro in them...when we mentioned it to the waiter he half apologized and made the excuse he can't control what the kitchen does. Then it took forever for us to get our second round of drinks...which ended up never arriving. Sticky rice (free appetizer): plain sticky rice, nice to munch on while we waited. Drinks: nice and strong and unique flavors Lemongrass mussels: very flavorful and easy to eat. I enjoyed the sauce a lot to dip the bread in. Thai Lemongrass soup: light enough broth to really drink enjoyably. Wish it came out warmer. Green Papaya Salad: we requested it to be extra spicy and they definitely delivered. I liked the fact that it did not have the fishy flavor. Jungle Curry Hot Pot Shrimp: definitely not the typical curry I have had before. There was no curry flavor at all. It was meh in my opinion. Chilean Sea Bass: very light, but the sea bass dissolves in your mouth. Drunken Noodles: not spicy, but taste pretty good. Spicy Basil Chicken Fried Rice: not really spicy in my opinion. Egg could be more runny, so it mixes better. Overall pretty good! Roti: wish it came out warmer. Not as crispy as I have had before. Also typically there is a curry sauce that you can dip in but there wasn't. Mango Sticky Rice Smash: an unique twist to the mango sticky rice dessert. The mangoes tasted pretty fresh. Overall a bit more sweeter than what I have had in Thailand. For the price, the service just wasn't there. The food was not bad. Not something I would go out of my way to eat. read more

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Keep in mind that Thai food isn't my favorite but I like this place Ordered pad see ew & it is easily shareable between me & my 8 month pregnant wife.. so it's a hefty portion of food. I do like the big wide noodles too. Also, the noodles comes with zero spice & they did not ask us if we wanted any spice so that was not what I was used to but that's okay The Thai tea comes in a huge glass & it tastes amazing! They give free sticky rice wrapped in bamboo with a sauce to every customer, which is cool Service here is great too. Server was very nice, hostess was nice, we had multiple workers acknowledge us I recommend this place read more

Malai Kitchen - Thai Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Went to Malai in Uptown a few weeks back. Still remember the service, food, martinis. Everything was very tasty (Asian taco app, crispy duck). The curry I ordered was ok (I substituted shrimp for chicken-maybe not the best decision). Definitely intend to go back and maybe even try other locations as well. I recommend this place for an upscale, but not "too" upscale experience!! read more

Tom Yum was too milky and could have used more flavor (lemon grass) especially. The chicken in the soup wasn't fresh, and tasted like a true "dirty bird". read more

Good food!! Did not disappoint! I would love to have seen more Flavor in the dishes. Quite a few vegan dishes and gluten free customization available Loved the overall vibe read more

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Ordered pad Thai, green curry, and roti for pickup but when I got home I realized they forgot to put the pad Thai in the bag. I returned, told the front desk about the mistake and the manager came to help. He was very kind and understanding and had the kitchen prepare the pad Thai immediately. The manager offered us drinks at the bar while we waited which was a very generous offer. Customer service was 10/10, roti was 10/10, shrimp green curry was too watery 6/10, chicken pad Thai solid 8/10. Will definitely return, thank you! read more

Malai Kitchen - Chicken Pad Thai, Crispy Roti, shrimp curry - Thai Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I love coming to Malai Kitchen. The food is great and the experience is always fantastic. I love sitting on the patio, it is a great feeling with nice weather. The servers are prompt and courteous. I ordered the Hoian hash and the pad tie with shrimp. The Hoian has is on their brunch menu only on Saturday and Sunday so if you have the chance try it out! The flavor was exceptional and comforting. read more

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It was my first time in. A local had given high remarks for the food. After reading yelp reviews, I was excited to try it out! Upon entry the place was welcoming. I love the travel photographs of Asia covering the walls. The hostess seated me by the bar. The peach ginger detox green iced tea was amazing! I could not get enough of it and it's good for you! My waitress Libby was wonderful. She recommended the vermicelli salad with lemongrass chicken. It was yummy and the cherry tomatoes surprised me in the dish. She even shared that the chili sauce was freshly made. It was delicious. Overall, the food and the staff made it a great experience! Highly recommend. read more

Malai Kitchen - Vermicelli Salad with Lemongrass Chicken - Thai Near Me - Dallas, Texas

This was my first time trying Thai food and I'll definitely be back, not just from the food, but the service & atmosphere as well. ! The Malai Favorites Sampler is a must have and is enough for one as a meal or for two to share. Also, the the Peach Ginger Detox Tea is refreshing. read more

This place was shockingly amazing! I was expecting your traditional Vietnamese joint with a large menu on the wall with pictures of the dishes. It was the complete opposite, this place is hip and the food was eccentrically amazing. The flavors used were what I describe as a blend of cultures and flavors. We stared our dinning experience with Thai Pork Tacos, they awesome! Fired flour mini tortillas, perfectly cooked pork, and pickled sprouts completed the dish. It was a mix of Thai and Mexico's best. Entrees-my went the Vietnamese soup (PHO) with chicken. It was a good serving size and hit the spot as she was feeling a bit under the weather. It wasn't as favorable as a traditional beef soup, but still good. I ordered the grilled basil chicken rice dish, it was quite big and packed with flavor. The basil, cherry tomatoes, and sautéed onions worked perfectly together. The flavors were different then any other dish I've had. The place is small, but has a large covered indoor/outdoor area. It felt cozy, was comfortable, and the food rocked. It was busy, so felt service was a bit slow. Love to come back soon. read more

My wife and I tried this place for the first time recently and we were not disappointed. We ordered the Bangkok street rice and the Chiang Mai noodles with shrimp. We had it delivered and the temperature was perfect. The flavor was great. We both chose the mild spice but we both through we could go spicier next time. We will definitely try this place again soon. read more

Malai Kitchen - Bangkok street rice - Thai Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Looking for a nice date-night spot with vegan/veggie options and this was listed on Yelp as "vegetarian friendly". Quite a few options on the menu, including the obligatory edamame and spring rolls, along with soups, salads, curries, a banh mi, and rice and noodle entrees. Went with a veggie green curry pot and rice noodles. Never done curry with rice noodles, so.... Ordered the curry with tofu and a spice level of 4 out of 5. Plenty of tofu and veggies, but spice was lacking. That said - the flavors were fantastic. Almost a smoky flavor to the curry. Brought me some fresh jalapeño on the side. They also brought me some Thai chili and that did the trick! Really fantastic dish. Best green curry I've had in a while. Going 4 out of 5 for lack of spice and portion size (could've been a little bigger). All in all, highly recommended. I'll be back and ready to try more stuff! read more

Malai Kitchen - Green veggie curry with rice noodles - Thai Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Stopped by for Sunday afternoon lunch on the patio. They are observing social distancing by limiting the number of tables outside. We got there just in time as there was no wait but shortly after there was a line forming. Staff was prompt and professional and everyone that passed by made it a point to check on our table. For my entree I had the drunken noodles with shrimp and mild spice. Serving size was perfect. The meal was filling but I didn't feel stuffed afterwards. I had the hot green tea which tasted great. There were plenty of items on the menu that looked good and I definitely plan on coming back. They are located in the west village square with easy access to free garage and street parking. I love how convenient it is to get in and out of the area. read more

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I honestly have loved this place every time I've been for over 2 years but today was just...trash. We got there and were told a table of 5 was a 30 minute wait. We were waiting outside and saw smaller parties seated before us which was annoying. We finally went to check and they forgot about us. I get mistakes happen, but there wasn't really that much apology for it. Would have least appreciated some compensation. Next the food. I get the shrimp pad Thai almost every time I go- it's my favorite pad Thai in Dallas. I got it and was so excited- but it tasted so bad. Just really bad. My friend ordered sword fish and it tasted like water. He got his meal replaced and his pad Thai scallops tasted amazing and actually spicy. I've noticed the inconsistencies in flavor and spice before but not like tonight. It was just so disappointing and honestly I don't think I'll be coming back any time soon. The ONLY redeeming part of our night was our server, Khang. He was so nice and attentive to us. One of the best servers I've ever had. Keep him around. read more

Traveling in Dallas, I was looking for some delivery so I can work and eat. The food arrived well packaged. Forgot to add utensils so I had to ask the hotel for some. Drunken noodle chicken: chicken was so dry. I asked for it mild, there was absolutely no spice to it. Barely any veggies. Panang curry beef: beef was very tender. This tasted more like indian curry and nothing like panang. Again not your usual panang with green beans or peppers. This came with potatoes...maybe they gave me the wrong item? Overall, food was not good. Imaging this review so I know not to eat here next time. read more

I'm not sure how I ended up visiting Malai Kitchen in Dallas before I've made it to the Fort Worth or Southlake locations... but now I know how wonderful this restaurant is! First of all, the ambiance of this spot is so appealing. Lots of warm colors, glowing oranges and yellows, dark walls. It's cozy inside but the seating is spacious, especially the booths. It smells incredible as soon as you walk in! The menu here is so fantastic. Gluten free and vegetarian options are clearly noted and there's sooooo much variety no matter your dietary needs. Malai Kitchen's cuisine is Southeast Asian, featuring Thai, Vietnamese, Burmese (and more) dishes. Here's what we ordered: Edamame, $5: "steamed and tossed in a spicy seasoning blend served with blistered red jalapeno" VERDICT: SO GOOD. The spicy seasoning makes it memorable and addictive. Chicken Pad Thai, $13: "wok-seared chicken breast, farm fresh egg, and local tofu tossed with rice noodles in a tangy tamarind sauce and finished with crushed peanuts... also has carrots, green onions, and bean sprouts" VERDICT: YES PLEASE. We did medium heat and it wasn't too spicy, probably could have used more. There's so much flavor in the noodles! Basil Vegetable Fried Rice, $10: "classic fried rice loaded with vegetables, thai basil and soy, cooked with farm fresh egg, green onions, carrots, bean sprouts, tomatoes, bell pepper, broccoli, and shiitake mushrooms" VERDICT: UM, YUM. Definitely did not miss the meat in this veggie dish. There was so much amazing flavor and I love love love the strong, fresh basil taste! I took the leftovers home and it was even better heated up the next day. I honestly expected the prices to be higher considering the quality of the food, portion sizes, and excellent customer service. Affordable prices. Beautiful meal. Can't wait to go back! read more

The food was delicious! We walked in and were sat immediately. We were then served some sticky rice with a sauce and some water. Our waiter continuously checked on us and made sure we were ok. The ambiance was very nice as well. Our food was brought out very fast as well; we ordered the fried imperial rolls (10/10) and the Singapore Ling for Two (7.5/10) for cocktails and the Banana pot de crème for dessert (7/10). Our experience was very good and we'll definitely be back if we're in the area. We spent about $100 for our order including the tip, just to give you a price range. Definitely worth your money. read more

Malai Kitchen - Basil Vegetable Fried Rice and Drunken Noodles - Thai Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Carissa - the rolls had nothing in them. My suggestion is you eat the food. It was not fresh, and you could tell corners were cut, in not giving you the ingredients any Thai or Vietnamese food has. Lemon grass, cilantro, red papers, etc etc. it was just sad. Maybe the owners should go into their Resturants and order from their menu to get a taste of their food. I seriously do not know how this place stays in biz. read more

My boyfriend and I came here for my birthday dinner. We ordered the papaya salad extra spicy, appetizer sampler, green curry and had mango sticky rice for dessert. The food is SO authentic and tasty. The perfect amount of spice and flavors! read more

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Amazing food! Great service. I stop by each time I visit Dallas. Really enjoy sitting in the patio space.