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    Spice It Up!

    4.4 (405 reviews)
    ModerateThai, Laotian, Soup
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Not worth it.
    Dara S.

    Very disappointing, I order 2 items, drunken noodles and kaopoon. Drunken noodles was good, portion was little, but the kaopoon noodles was hard as hell. Wasn't fresh, felt like it was brought out the fridge and microwaved.

    Mango sticky rice
    Alissa H.

    Soooo delicious! Got chicken pad se ew (idk if that's how to spell it) but it was soooo flavorful! Even without spicy! Mango sticky rice was good too! Love that they add lots of cream! Nice people too, fast service.

    2. Red Curry Noodle Soup
    Olivia F.

    10/10 I'm so happy we found this gem!!! We came here for an early Saturday dinner and sat ourselves. The staff were super friendly and attentive. We tried the garlic ribs appetizer, red curry Lao noodle soup with chicken, and pad see ew with chicken and tofu. The ribs were super sticky and flavorful, the portion size was appetizer appropriate. The red curry noodle soup was my favorite! It was so creamy and the noodles weren't soggy. We even took the last bits of soup home with us . The pad see ew was also amazing but on the sweeter side. The veggies were cooked perfectly and spice level can be adjusted. We already can't wait to come back!

    Roxie R.

    I ordered the seafood delight. No onions. When i say it was good..I mean I inhaled that plate. I'm sad I live an hour away but now I know my go to spot when I'm in town.

    Heavenly Beef

    Wonderful Experience - Spice It Up Heavenly Beef I had a wonderful experience with Spice It Up Heavenly Beef. The beef was incredibly tender, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned with a rich blend of spices that truly lived up to the name "heavenly." Every bite was savory and satisfying, with just the right balance of heat and aroma. The quality of the ingredients was evident, and the dish was cooked to perfection. It's comforting, delicious, and clearly made with care. Highly recommended for anyone who loves bold flavors and well-prepared beef. I'll definitely be ordering this again!

    1. Papaya Salad
    Mika Y.

    Went on a Monday afternoon for an early dinner. We were seated right away. My Grandma had a wheelchair and she was able to eat and reach the table so that was good. The restaurant is spacious and clean. Our server was very attentive and kind. Her service was amazing. We had a variety of dishes. My favorite is the Pad Thai. It's very flavorful and saucy. I give it a 10/10. The fried fish was delicious too. The grilled chicken was tasty as well with the sauce. The meal total was almost $150 because we also got desserts and drinks. Ask for less sugar on Thai Tea. Mine was super sweet so I had to add more water on my drink. I would come here if I want to splurge on a meal.

    Red curry noodle soup (kao pboon)
    Alex Y.

    We arrived on a Saturday evening and there was no wait at all. They seem to have more take-out orders than dine-in patrons. The food was delicious! Every item we ordered was extremely flavorful. Although I left with a full stomach, I still think that the portions could be a little bit bigger. The interior is also really clean and the host was extremely friendly. I will definitely be back again for more!

    1. Mango Coconut Rice
    Jessica G.

    My cousins took me here for my birthday yesterday. I have been craving Thai food that is fresh and yummy since I have moved from the South Bay. Well all I have to say that Nana who was our waitress was the sweetest!!! I love how she recommended certain things to enhance the flavors!!!!!!! The vibe was so chill and I just loved everything I had!!!! Thank you for everything that was yummy!!!! Will definitely make this my go to spot now

    Lao Sausage
    Savannah R.

    My friend and I visited Spice It Up! on Saturday, 11/11/23, during dinner time. We decided to order and share the Fresh Shrimp Roll, Chicken Pad Sa-Ew, Lao Sausage, Lao Noodle Soup, and Mango Sticky Rice. All of the food dishes were truly palatable and flavorful! The fresh roll was great, especially dipped into the peanut sauce. The pad se-ew noodles and veggies were on point. I loved the lemongrass flavor in the sausage. The noodle soup was tasty. Finally, the sticky rice had just the right amount of sweetness. I enjoyed how it wasn't overly sweet. It was adorable how it was presented in the shape of a heart. The service was decent; it could've been slightly more attentive. The inside of the restaurant was beautifully decorated. I will be returning to this restaurant and I recommend coming here!

    2. Basil Fried Rice
    Timmy S.

    After so many years, I finally had the opportunity to try this spot out. Ohh man it hit the spot. Had the papaya salad, basil fried rice and the garlic bbq ribs which were so delicious. The service is also excellent and very caring. Feels like what you would expect at a Thai restaurant. Recommend the food

    2. Flat Noodle Stir Fry (Pad Sa-Ew)

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    The food was delicious. Wonderful flavors! The service was perfect. This restaurant is a gem.

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    Amazing food yum I love it I highly recommend it to everyone who loves to eat Lao and Thai food

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    Ask the Community - Spice It Up!

    Do any of your chicken dishes use chicken breast?

    Does the pineapple fried rice have raisins in it?

    Yes it does.

    Are they open for dine in now?

    Yes..fully open for dine in.

    Whats the number for this location?

    8628 Lower Sacramento Rd. Stockton 95210 209)594-0427

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