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    Takoi

    4.3 (788 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Smoked and fried Spare ribs with Thai basil and pear
    Seriously D.

    Great Thai food Super spicy Super tasty Menu changes all the time and never been let down Great service One of the top spots in Michigan

    Sierra B.

    Takoi was alright. It's not some pace I'd go running back to but if I found myself there again, I wouldn't be upset about it. I wouldn't mind trying more things on the menu. I got a nice little mocktail and the Kusy Tewo PET Tuun duck noodle dish. The vibes were nice, the staff were friendly.

    Khao soi
    Chelsea Y.

    Came for a friends birthday. Vibey spot, good for a drink. My friend got the new bloom - highly recommend if you like a bit lighter and tart cocktail. Unfortunately the food was pretty average. Sticky ribs were sweet but not a very complex flavor, meat was a bit dry as well. I had high hopes for the Khao soi but it was just average. Papaya salad was super spicy!

    Loletha D.

    The staff was super friendly and patient. The set up was beautiful! Not very big inside so make reservations. Everything is served family style and burst with flavors! The tomato salad was fresh and delicious. I enjoy the bread and the coconut curry dish with noodles and chicken. I will definitely be back to try the other dishes. The drinks were just as delicious and strong!

    CRISPY SPARE RIBS Smoked pork ribs lightly fried and glazed in fish sauce caramel.
    Paul W.

    The food was incredible. We got: KHANOM KROK - Sweet coconut cream pan cakes, sea salt, scallion, chili oil. (vg) (gf) Tasted like breakfast cereal. Delicious 8/10 CABBAGE CHU CHEE 18 Grilled HiO farm hispi cabbage, dry red curry sauce, coconut cream, rambutan, cashew, lime leaf. (vg)(gf) Fantastic,super Thai flavored. They kept the stem! 8/10 CRISPY SPARE RIBS 23 Smoked pork ribs lightly fried and glazed in fish sauce caramel with salad of mango, pickled fennel, scallion, ginger and herbs. [gf*) This is one of the greatest things I've ever tasted. 10/10 CRYING TIGER BEEF 38 Marinated and grilled korean cut short rib, charred onion, toasted rice powder, nam jim jaew. (gf) So close to being like Korean Galbi beef. Delicious! 9/10 GAI GOLAE 29 BBQ half chicken marinated and basted in southern thai curry. Served with a cucumber, cherry tomato, ginger ajaat. (gf) A little spicy but otherwise amazing. I got pictures of the food but it was purple.

    Japanese noodles with chicken and stuff
    Katerina L.

    Don't be fulled by discreet "run down" outside look of this place. It's urban-chic inside and amazing food will bring you back! Great friendly staff - from hostess to wait staff makes you feel welcome. The menu looked interesting and looking at tables around us, the plates on the tables - we wanted to try everything. And everything we tried ;) and it was delicious! Mushroom plates - the best I've ever had! Ribs - amazing! Stir fry chicken bowl - fantastic! So, basically, bring your foodie self to Takoi and enjoy

    Michael T.

    Wow such a unique tasting menu experience. It was 6 courses, 4-5 appetizers-ish dishes and one main entree. Flavors were something I have never had before. Salad which was mango and snap peas had all the core tastes (sweet salty sour spicy umami) except bitter. Beef soup main ingredient was 1) fall off bone beef and 2) turmeric which I didn't know you could make taste so good. The chive squares were fried and a bit dim-sum like but sauce was great - not too sweet or salty. Fish main entree was fried well, not too heavy especially with with leaves as a wrapper. Service was great. Thor was attentive. Knew the dishes well. Refilled water. Served next entree quickly. Ambiance was club-like inside with the lighting and dark atmosphere otherwise. Underground feel. Outside is like you're entering an old metal garage. However the feel I'm sure was well intended to be like this. Would be back.

    Prachi B.

    Takoi is a great place to go for bold thai flavors served up with a contemporary flare. The ambiance makes it hard to talk to your dinner dates due to the loud music, and as seen in the photos, you can't necessarily see what you're eating due to the lighting. Regardless, the appetizers were excellent. Salads were fresh, punchy, and unique. The main noodle dishes fell quite flat. We were left wanting more flavor. Portion sizes were very generous and the service was quite fast and friendly. There are some unforgettable dishes on the menu that I would come back for (winter and papaya salads) but I think there is room for improving the entrees and making the atmosphere more inviting.

    Carrots bomb.com
    Ernest S.

    Not bad at all! We arrived around 7:30 p.m. and were pleasantly surprised--it wasn't too busy. The food was delicious. The tables were a bit small, but we made it work. At first, we considered the tasting menu, but ended up ordering a variety of dishes instead, which turned out great. We tried to order table shots for a birthday celebration--first asked for a white tea shot, then a green tea, but neither was available. Eventually, the bartender picked one for us (a purple one), and it was strong and tasty. Later, I asked for a vodka and Sprite--wasn't available. Tried an apple martini--also unavailable. So I just went with a Jack and Coke to keep it simple. My wife got a mocktail, which she loved--she even ordered a few more throughout the night. Overall, the food was solid, and the company made it even better. The room was a bit warm--probably around 78-80 degrees--but we managed. One thing I didn't appreciate was the automatic gratuity. As someone who's worked in the restaurant industry and knows how things work, I believe our server would've made even more from our table without it. We're foodies who frequent some of the best restaurants in the country. I also ran into an issue when I tried to cover the birthday shots. I asked to have them placed on my tab, but was told it couldn't be done due to how they split checks. They use the Toast POS system--which I'm familiar with--and it definitely allows for that flexibility. Instead, the server asked me to pay more upfront and then they'd split the remainder across the other cards. A bit disappointing, especially given that we're all professionals and just wanted the evening to go smoothly. I like the restaurant overall, but was turned off by the lack of attentiveness and the auto-gratuity policy. Just a reminder: know the room. Treat your guests with respect and warmth--it makes all the difference. Good luck!

    Cinder blocks
    Sarah J.

    We scanned a q.r. code to see the menu. We got a salad, the chicken and the pho. The asparagus salad was probably my favorite. Super bright. Lime forward. There was a giant pile of limes in the kitchen. My friend was in town and I wanted to treat her to the amazing detroit food scene. She had some food restrictions and they kindly brought a menu of things she could eat. The restaurant is giving edgy cinderblock vibes. The nook between the booths and wall that held the l.e.d. strip was quite dirty and I imagine, super hard to clean. Perhaps they should rethink that. Cool skylight windows.

    Nisha N.

    Phenomenal meal from start to finish! Would recommend making reservations. The restaurant is small but with cute ambiance and quick service. The heirloom tomato salad had great Thai flavors and was refreshing. The khao soi is delicious, the curry is flavorful and the chicken is tender. The short rib was covered in toasted rice powder - which added great flavor and texture. The ice cream is a must try!

    Duck Jok
    Arturo F.

    Took me years to finally make it here and I'm kicking myself for it. Simply put, it was one of the best meals I've had in Detroit in a long time. I went with my wife and 2 friends and we split a bunch of stuff, so I'll focus on just a few... Food-wise, the Crispy Spare Ribs and Duck Jok were standouts. As for cocktails, most were good -- the Som Tumtini & Any Other Name were outstanding. That said, there was ONE miss... the Special Tea just really wasn't my cup of tea (pun intended). Service was quick for a packed Saturday evening and helpful when we had question. Absolute must visit and well-deserving of its reputation.

    Bar
    Sydni P.

    Hidden gem!!! Seriously AMAZING drinks and food. I tried both the Tom Kha Ramen, Spaghetti Lad Na, and the Coconut Milk Ice Cream. Would recommend any of those, they were so so good. The staff was so fun and nice, we sat at the bar. It is such a cool place.

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    Amazing food! The portions are actually bigger than I told. Definitely recommend the coconut ice cream with the mango and Carmel sauce.

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    Ask the Community - Takoi

    Can you eat outside?

    In the summer they have walk up windows and first-come seating outside, but outdoor/covered seating in the winter.

    Is the $25pp deposit reimbursed, used towards what you order, or is it an additional fee that you're paying to eat there?

    Goes towards your meal

    Open on weekends?

    Yes, it's open everyday except Sunday

    What is the parking situation?

    It is street parking up and down the street. They do not have a parking lot devoted to their business.

    Do you take reservations?

    Yes! Online only, with a $25/pp fee

    Does anyone know when they are reopening?

    They are now re-opened

    Didn't this place burn down a couple months ago?

    Yes. It is now re-opened

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