I love Nat's! Best Thai food in Lexington, hands down. Everything I've ever eaten has been made to order and authentic. The basil beef can't be beat and the pad thai is delicious. I also appreciate that when you order it spicy, it really does come spicy, unlike other places where "spicy" is medium at best. If you're feeling extra courageous, you can ask him to add ghost chili pepper. The only downside is lack of parking (street) and no dine-in (unless you want to eat in the back of McCarthy's), but the satisfaction of Nat's food overcomes both of these factors. When I'm with friends, I like ordering to-go and sitting on a bench downtown or on the steps of the old courthouse. read more

I've been to Thailand twice, and I think this is the best restaurant in Lexington. Not just Thai restaurant, any restaurant. Wish Nat would expand and get some seating, but eating in the bar next door works for me. read more

This place is not open until midnight as suggested on the listing. I arrived moments after 10pm and was told rudely "im closed bro"

Very small location next to McCarthy's bar off of S. Upper. The food here in unbelievable. Philly cheese steak comes with queso and is fantastic. I would also recommend the spicy Thai wings or the fish and chips. Also, this is one of the only places in Lexington to get a Kobe beef burger. read more

I have been a regular for this place and loved their food. However, for my recent visit, I saw them cooking with no gloves on. And the new cashier guy would go grab the ingredients and put it in the cooking pot right after he held money. And the female chef was eating out of the pot of soup that she was cooking for the customers. I was pretty grossed out. But luckly, I didn't see them do that with my food. But when I got home, I was so disappointed with my food. Because the portions got cut down for both of my orders. The portion was only 2/3 of what it used to be. read more

We went here because of the great Yelp reviews and it did not disappoint! We checked out the Facebook page as previously recommended to find the daily specials. The Kobe beef and pickled bamboo special was phenomenal and the yellow curry was delicious, though sweeter than I expected. The prices seemed very reasonable too. As previously mentioned, there is no seating here as this is a little hole in the wall place, so we ordered and had it delivered to the Irish bar next door. This made for such a fun night! The other good Thai place in town "Planet Thai" may have more variety on the menu than Nat's but the dishes we got here tasted so much more unique. We will be back! read more

You will pass by this place if you don't look closely. The wings were absolutely amazing, and the beef curry special of the day was pretty delicious as well. I thought the pad thai was very tasty too. I talked to Nat while he was cooking the food, and you couldn't ask for a nicer restaurant owner. I will definitely be back, and you should try Nat's too! read more

Great food! I've been twice already. I had the basil beef and cheesesteak. Both were great and the spices are incredible. I love that you can get traditional Thai food along with cheesesteaks, burgers and wings. The prices are very reasonable. Super nice guy as well, I can't wait to go back and try more of the menu. read more

I think this might be my favorite Thai food in town. So good! There is no large sign on the side of a building, but it's easy to find because it's right next door to the little Irish store and McCarthy's on Upper and Vine. There are specials each day and though there are no seats in Nat's, you can sit in McCarthy's. What makes Thai food even better - a pint of Guinness of course! He also has a bar menu with basic American bar food. (I'm sure it's good too, but I've never tried it.) read more

Crazy good Thai food! Stopped in for lunch today and the spice level on the Pad Thai is serious business! Can't wait to go back and try more things on the menu. read more

Flavorful, plenty of spices. Too salty for my taste. Very nice owner/chef

Yellow curry was so good. I think everyone should go there. You get the added privilege of sitting at the Irish bar while you wait for your food. read more

Incredibly delicious Thai food that is as aunthentic as you can get. Nat, the owner has a daily special from different regions of Thailand that changes every day bringing you dishes you can't find at any other Thai restaurants in Lexington. Parking can be a little difficult, but it's practically the same for any place downtown. There isn't any actual seating, but McCarthys next door has indoor and patio seating and the food will be delivered to you there if you choose to dine. Be careful if you ask for hot or Thai hot. He doesn't skimp on the spices here one bit! read more

Nat's is a Thai carry-out place on Upper Street next door to McCarthy's, across from the Big Dig. But boy, from a humble storefront, Nat himself produces great things. In fact, it's the best-executed, most-complex Thai food I've had in Lexington. Before I get to the food, I want to point out that although Nat's is strictly carry-out, there are options: unless you want to take the food home with you, you can order at Nat's window -- and that's about all it is, a window -- step next door to McCarthy's Irish Bar, and be served your Nat's meal there. That sounds like a lot of moving parts, but it's really not -- Nat will carry your food over and deliver your plated meal to your table. Later, he'll return so you can pay, and he might even hang around to talk about his food for a bit. He says he cooks dishes from all over Thailand, many of which you've never seen on a Thai menu in Lexington. And he has a special every day, which might amount to up to 200 different specials a year. Our food was spectacular -- my pad thai was tucked into it's own omelette! Maybe I should have ordered something more unusual, but the omelette got me. And I'm not at all sorry, really. Somebody else got a sauteed filet of white fish, with sliced green papaya and curry sauce -- it was not only delicious, but beautiful in its presentation, a $30 plate in a fancy joint. But about 12 bucks at Nat's. read more

This place is amazing! The garlic chicken over rice had so much flavor! I could eat here weekly! One of the best places to eat in Lexington!! read more

Fast, tasty Thai food! I highly recommend the basil beef (even better is the basil pork if it's on the menu). Don't expect any frills--just good food. read more

One guy (Nat) taking orders, prepping, cooking, cleaning, bringing the food out. And it is delicious. Well worth the visit.

This place is awesome, full of flavor and variety! Can't wait to go back! Delicious!!!

Simply great. Honest-to-God Thai food, great customer service, and reasonable prices. You can't beat it.

Loved the food here! It's a hole-in-the-wall place but the food was delicious. There is no seating inside the place but the bar next door is pretty nice about letting you sit there and the chef will deliver your food to you if you tell them where you are seated. Sometimes yelp has a $10 for $20 deal that you can purchase which covers about 3 entrees. Would definitely go again! read more

Nats is an absolute must-do every time I visit Lexington. We love to get a beer at the bar next order and order Nats. You really can't go wrong with any of the dishes here. If you have a low tolerance for spicy, let Nat know for sure. read more

Nat's - The day's special, Basil Chicken. The beef version of this, which is on the regular menu is killer!! - Chicken Wings Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

Idk what else to say besides amazing! Definitely the best Thai food I've ever had in the United State. Will come and eat again for sure read more

Nat's - Fish is nice! Tom yum soup omg - Chicken Wings Near Me - Lexington, Kentucky

Excellent food! Was impressed with the larb and the Kobe basil. Will have to find an excuse to come back to Nat's for a meal... Even the egg rolls were fresh and hot, tasted better than any I have tried in a while. You have to give it a try... read more

The best Thai food of Lexington! This place is almost hard to find but it is a hidden treasure for Thai food lovers! Everything on the menu is great and very close to authentic Thai flavours.. Definitely should try the Pad Thai and Pad Sew Eeu.. You should love it! read more

You definitely need to keep an eye out for this place as the sign is kind of small (right next to the Irish place, park when you see that) But the food is amazing. My boyfriend and I loved our entrees (although the shrimp was a bit spicy) and the cheese fries we ordered to split were sooooo good. The pricing is reasonable, and the service is friendly. What else could you ask for? Go here. read more

Great food here! We got the beef stir fry and the pork belly special. Both were amazing. The beef dish was very Spicy so make sure you like spicy food before you order it ! Order them go next door to mccarthys for a beer and they will bring it to you! read more

The yellow curry was soooo good! I've bee looking for a curry like this one, sweet, with a little spice. Excellent quality! My friend had the pad thai, which I tasted and it was delicious also. The place is so tiny that 3 people can barely fit in the lobby, and the selections are fairly limited. But we sat at McCarthy's to eat, which was empty at lunchtime, and they came over from the restaurant through a back hallway, to wait on us. They were very attentive and it was overall a great experience! Very glad to have a place this good as an option! read more

I am a foodie who constantly travels for work around the country. I wish Nats was available for me every day. Excited to try the wings later today. Headed back to Wisconsin, but would come here every time I visit Lexington. The food is special, delicious, and inexpensive. No seating, so hang out at the Irish bar next door, clean and friendly place. Bar's delivers the food and picks up their dishes. read more

i had steak teriaki um good meat was cooked to perfection and fresh taste veggies very tasty to read more

I must say I was very interested in Nat's as a friend told me it was good. I ordered the special today - green curry w/ chicken. The first bite was savory, intense flavor with some heat. As I took a few more bites, i realized the chicken was all back meat with bits of bone and some weird unidentifiable dark meat parts (it was all dark meat), including a chunk of fat with skin. It had a strange taste like bone marrow. Not good at all. I only ate about a third of it before I had to push it away. very unappealing. read more

Amazing Thai food!! Best Pad Thai I have ever eaten in my life. I was recommended by a friend in a whim and I am pleasantly surprised.

Absolutely delicious meal here. Once you find it (it's to the right of the Irish store - you walk in a joint door then go to the righg), you'll be so glad you did. I got the daily special, which was fried pork belly with basil. The food was fresh, cooked well, and packed crazy flavor. It tasted authentic in a way other Thai restaurants in town don't. The only downside is that you have to take it to go - there's no place to eat inside due to lack of space. You can always take it to McCarthy's to eat, but if that's not your thing, you'll have to locate somewhere else downtown to enjoy it. read more

Went downtown for Thursday Night Live. Ate at Nat's. Got the daily special which absolutely impressed me from my scalp to my toenails. Green Curry Mackerel with Young Jackfruit! An incredible bowl of deliciousness with an accompanying mound of excellent jasmine rice. For 10 bucks. If I hadn't already spent dough on other things that night I'd have ordered it again for a double dose. This man knows his way around a galley kitchen - wondering if he'll expand or if that would dilute the magic. read more

This is authentic Thai food! If you are looking for real Thai food this is the only place in Lexington. I've been to Thailand so I know authentic Thai food and had always wished the other restaurants here would be authentic, but they aren't even close. The prices are great and food is amazing! The owner is very friendly as well. The only downside is it's a hole in the wall type place, just get it to go or sit out back. I won't be eating Thai food at the other places... this will be my only choice. read more

Seriously best Thai you can find. We have been there twice now with friends and have tried assortment of dishes that have all been fantastic! Right next to the Irish store and you can sit in the back garden of the Irish pub and have your food brought out to you. read more

This place is pretty awesome. Got the basil beef, yellow curry and a type of beef salad. First time here and all of them were great tasting. The hot sauce is something else. Like a sweet and sour mixed with chili paste. Gotta try it out. Plus, you can grab a drink next door while you wait and they'll bring the food to you when it's ready. Will be visiting again soon. read more

I can't give a review for food but ease of parking, confusion of entrance and overall frustration would warrant a star... Absolutely no signage and who ways Thai food in an Irish bar??? There is no seating other than McCarthys, inside the bar or in the back (where there is smoking! Uughh!) they were nice enough but I will never he back because if I wanted to hang out in a bar, I'd hang out in a bar... Since we wanted Thai food, we ended up in Planet Thai.. read more

Totally not a Thai food... Please please don't say you r Thai. It's the worst seafood noodles I ever have ...

Best food ever. Awesome staff and the huge portions don't hurt either. I strongly recommend trying the steak teriyaki.

I love this place! I don't get to come by as much since changing jobs but the owner is awesome and talking with him about the food is always a great time. He serves to Mccarthy's too! read more