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    Nalak Thai

    4.2 (87 reviews)
    Closed • 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Sharon H.

    The Nalak Matcha Flight is cute and a bit gimmicky but it's a lot of fun. Matcha is ok quality and the mango and strawberry uses oat milk, no substitutes allowed. I liked the coconut cloud and Thai tea, but it's really just a fun drink. You don't need high quality matcha for it. The color was a bit dull, but it doesn't really matter when it becomes a sweet drink. Their food is better in my opinion. The Thai Beef Steak special is good, a fair amount of meat and veggies with a lovely teriyaki-flavor savory sauce. The veggies were wet though and watered down the sauce though. The panang curry is not too creamy. Both great with rice. The grilled skewers were good and well grilled and came with a warmed sweet and sour sauce. Overall, a good spot but nothing too special. They have a lot of different items to choose from and lots of matcha options, but I would not say anything was necessarily high quality at the price point. I do want to try the black sesame matcha next time.

    Tiramisu Creme Matcha
    Khanh-Chau M.

    Pretty quick and attentive service and experience! I enjoyed my food and drink here. I enjoyed the tiramisu matcha although was confused at the concept at first, but mixing the tiramisu and matcha was quite good! The duck was tasty and filling - perhaps a bit more pricier than I was expecting though. Good spot for Thai food with nice vibes!

    Annie P.

    This is my new favorite Thai place in the area! Nalak serves modern Thai cuisine with a twist -- there's a mix of classics, comfort food, and street food. They also have a wide selection of matcha coffees and other coffee/tea drinks to have with your meal. It's not something you usually see at Thai restaurants, and they have several creative options that are worth trying if you're a matcha fan. The service was also excellent. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed without being overbearing. Overall, Nalak Thai is a solid spot in Fairfax if you're looking for flavorful Thai food in a modern setting. Definitely a place I'd come back to over and over again!

    Cam H.

    4.8/5 Such a cute Thai spot! The interior has soft, warm lighting that makes it perfect for a cozy, casual dinner. The vibe feels intimate and relaxed. The drunken noodles were the standout for me. Super umami, savory, and well-balanced with that perfect sweet-salty-spicy combo. We also tried the red curry. The broth itself was flavorful, but I wish the seafood (especially the shrimp and scallops) had absorbed more of the curry as they tasted a bit separate from the sauce rather than infused with it. Service was excellent, staff very friendly and attentive. They checked in on us multiple times without being overbearing, which I always appreciate. Overall, I'd definitely come back, especially for the drunken noodles.

    Thai Beef (something)
    Kris V.

    Another winner. The pad Thai was really good but my wife ordered the Thai Beef (something) under their specials menu and it was the way to go. The place was very quiet and clean making it easy to have conversations. The service was good, they came around but not too much. Oh, forgot, we had spring rolls as appetizers, they were good as well but a little small.

    Tom Yum Mama Soup
    Jordan U.

    Found Nalak from instagram and decided to give it a shot! They've only been open for 2.5 months but they are already killing it. The decor and vibes were wonderful, nicely decorated and not overly loud. They are known for their matcha, so our table tried the black sesame, tiramisu and the ube Thai tea. All three were delicious and not overly sweet. To share, we started with the crab rangoon, spring rolls and drunken noodles. All three were very tasty and fresh! For entrees, I got the tom yum mama and my friends got the pork belly, duck and panang curry. The tom yum mama was to die for! Loaded with seafood, noodles and the broth was delectable. Though I didn't try the other dishes, similar reviews came from my friends - everyone loving their dishes! Our waitress was very attentive, kind and helpful with suggestions! We will be back!

    Khao Soi Noodles
    Amala S.

    The crispy duck kra pow was absolutely delicious and I would come back again and again for this dish. It paired well with the som thum to add a little freshness between the savory-ness of the duck. The crab rangoons were also surprisingly delicious and the sweet sauce paired perfectly with it. The Khao soi was personally not my favorite dish. The soup was on the lighter side and seemed a little watered down. I'm use to this broth being a thicker, richer curry broth. The Thai tea was also very flavorful and well made. Overall I would come back to try some other dishes and drinks on their menu.

    Black Sesame Thai Tea
    Matthew S.

    For a Thai restaurant a very good addition to your rotation. Small, like a lot of these good-kitchen Thai spots, with a quick-gloss glow up decor for a simple modern dinner vibe. The unique part compared to most -- go to the back menu and its drinks section of the tea-blends and other options where they stand out. You get the ability to find some nice add ons to really replace any need for any other outing for a bubble-tea or the like, they'll have you covered. On a Friday evening, their small space fills up - so be ready for a potential small wait. Seats do rotate fairly quick for the small table style. A good option for shared plate or whatever singular need you have, while being better than a lot of the other nearby Thai spots.

    Thai iced tea with matcha cloud was truly spectacular
    Karen P.

    Everything was great except we thought from the description of the food we were getting something else. We really need to ask more questions or show a picture. We definitely will be back because our dishes were so tasty. Loved the thai iced tea with the matcha foam. They have so many interesting drinks. Great service too.

    Tiramisu matcha cloud latte
    Tiffany N.

    We had such a great experience at Nalak Thai! The vibes were warm and inviting, and the decorations were beautiful. We ordered the chicken larb, shrimp lo mein noodles, and beef tender noodle soup, plus a tiramisu matcha cloud latte. Everything was absolutely delicious and full of flavor. Our server was incredibly friendly and attentive. We've actually seen her at another restaurant before, and she recognized us right away when we walked in and greeted us, which made us feel so welcomed! Overall, we're very happy with our visit and will definitely be back. Highly recommend!

    Penang curry with pork belly
    Dickson L.

    Hip and modern little Thai restaurant in the plaza next to Great Wall Chinese supermarket - lots of parking. We came in as a party of 2 on a Friday evening and was able to get a seat right away. The place was filling up and the ambiance is a contemporary low-key vibe, soft hip hop, more of an east coast than west coast feel. We ordered the Penang curry with pork belly and since it was our first time, a Pad Thai with crispy chicken - just to set a baseline. The curry was bomb. Definitely has authenticity, really thick and aromatic - rich with coconut and lots of peanut flavor. Has just enough spice to make the dish tang and enough citrus to brighten the taste. The pairing works really well with the crispy pork belly and broccoli. It comes with a small bowl of rice and just slabbering the curry all over really hits the spot. Extremely well constructed dish. The Pad Thai was quite interesting. It's a bit more pan fried than I'm typically used to (which I personally appreciate) but they add some sort of mystery ingredient that I don't normally encounter in pad Thai . Vinegar? Mint? Lemongrass? It kinda works but thought it was just a tad overpowering, made us measure our bites instead of just wolfing it down like typical pad Thai. The crispy chicken however was phenomenal. They definitely marinate the chicken before breading and crisping it, and it really pops out. Super juicy and compensated for the unexpected pad Thai flavor. It's a bit pricy, but the food itself is well crafted, kudos to chef and team. Nice date night spot, but wouldn't be a regular there. Elevated Thai is an interesting concept that certainly could be a niche. tldr; tasty Thai spot, keeping true to classic favorites while sprinkling in their own modern twists. It's a bit pricey for Thai food, but worth checking out

    Christine H.

    My friends and I were enticed by a post we saw on IG so we decided to check Nalak Thai out. It is located in a shopping center with plenty of parking. They do not have their liquor license yet so no alcoholic drinks are available. Onto the review.... TBH, we were very disappointed. The service was fantastic, however, the dishes were overpriced and not that great. They were a bit on the sweeter side and the price of adding protein was higher than most other Thai restaurants. The dishes were also a smaller portion than what I usually get at other restaurants as well. The mango in the mango sticky rice dish had an odd taste to it. Overall, I will not be back since there are much better Thai options around.

    Pad See Ew with Beef
    Britney B.

    Hands down, this is one of my new favorite Thai spots in the area. I was sold the moment I saw their unique matcha drinks, and they absolutely delivered. The atmosphere: Cozy, with a small dining area, so I'd recommend a reservation if you're coming with a larger group. The space is beautifully decorated with great lighting. The food: The Strawberry Matcha was delicious for a reason. It's a fan favorite. The Matcha Thai Tea was also good, though a bit on the sweeter side. My favorite dish was the Crispy Duck Kra Prao. It was super flavorful, perfectly crispy, and had just the right amount of spice. The red curry with crispy chicken was tasty and I loved the chicken's texture, but the curry itself was a little too watery for my preference. The Pad See Ew with beef was excellent, one of the best I've had. The beef was tender and everything was seasoned really well. The service: Wonderful service all around. The staff was kind, attentive, and gave great recommendations.

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    4.5(1.2k reviews)
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    The pretty fruit shaped dessert is not great. my main…read morereason for 1 star is because there is an arm hair on the lemon shaped dessert. Yuck. Please double check your creation and make sure your servers are also paying attention to hygiene. Stick w other desserts that are delicious if you were to come here.

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