Great food and atmosphere. The dry noodles were nice and soft and the crispy ribs had a lot of flavor to them. Would definitely come here again! read more

Takoi - Kuay Teow Kua Gai - Thai Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Every time I've gone to Corktown, I've always thought the outside of Takoi looked so cool & funky fresh & that their food had to be legit. After finally trying it the other week, I can confirm my thought was not wrong; and that this place is the real deal! I highly recommend going here later in the evening to get the awesome vibes with all of the fun neon colors throughout the restaurant; the service is top notch & the food is even better! Everything is seriously delicious! The Naem Khao Tod has all the authentic Thai flavors & is so fun with the crispy rice; the noodles in the Kuay Teow Kua Gai taste freshly made & are sooo good; the runny egg acts as the perfect sauce! If your an espresso martini fan you have to try the Kek Ka-Fae & I love the yuzu pomegranate in the cosmo! It's not on the menu, but if you ask, you can still get the Thai Fried Chicken Sandwich, and it is 100% a must try! You need to check this spot out! read more

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When I've eaten farm-to-table food in the past, I've found that the flavor is somehow lost on the way to the table. I am happy to report that Takoi is a notable exception. First of all: the thai iced tea was DELICIOUS. So creamy, the perfect balance of tea and cream...it was probably my favorite part of the meal (which is no insult to the food, the tea was just that good). The Khanom Krok is a definite order on the appetizer list. Very coconut-forward, with a slight spicy tang at the end, we downed the delicate little pancake-style confections immediately. The cauliflower curry was lovely (the cauliflower really was crunchy compared to the sad frozen variety I frequent, so I guess the farm was doing its thing). The mapo tofu was great as well, although I'll note I didn't taste any Szechuan flavor, much more of a Thai slant. Last note, if you get the steamed rice, it comes in a cute little saran-wrapped package, not a bowl. The jasmine rice does come in a bowl, though (and is $3, which isn't crazy in today's economy). read more

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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 read more

Takoi - Smoked and fried Spare ribs with Thai basil and pear - Thai Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Takoi shows a classic reborn industrial city vibe in a IYKYK kind of location. They are knocking it out of the ballpark with several creative cocktails, an expansive liquor selection, personable staff, and a smartly curated menu of offerings from a kitchen that clearly knows what it's doing. This was our first time in, and so we played our usual card, to take up the bartender's favorite selections of apps and entrees. Look for the coconut pancakes, crispy rice, noodles, and short ribs. Fabulous, all of them! read more

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. read more

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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! read more

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Came here this weekend for dinner and had a truly delicious meal. The crispy chive cakes were super flavorful bites - wanted to save the dipping sauce to use on other things throughout the meal, so good. We got the fried shrimp cake next, which was excellent but probably our least favorite part of the meal, given everything was so good. The pan fried noodles were next, and were so delicious, but the ribs were the best bite - so impossibly crispy and flavorful. My cocktail, which was a gimlet variant, was unique and really tasty. A delicious meal, all around! read more

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! read more

Takoi - Thai Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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This has been on my "list to try" for as long as I've had a list, and I finally tried it! The ambiance and staff was soo cool! Our waitress made great recs re:soju for the table and apps. Will def be back. The ribs and the KUAY TEOW KUA GAI pan fried noodles were the crowd faves read more

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. read more

Takoi - CRISPY SPARE RIBS Smoked pork ribs lightly fried and glazed in fish sauce caramel. - Thai Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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 read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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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! read more

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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. read more

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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! read more

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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. read more

Takoi - Duck Jok - Thai Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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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. read more

Takoi - Bar - Thai Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

The service was outstanding! I enjoyed dining because the atmosphere was great coupled with great service. The food was delicious but a bit expensive--it is definitely the restaurant to splurge at. Parking is really difficult. Your best bet is street parking a little further down; absolutely do NOT chance the back alley, we saw tickets back there RIP. The ribs were delicious though my girlfriend thought the fish sauce was too much (tbh she just doesn't like the strong umami) I thought it was immaculate. The yellow curry was more red than yellow haha but the flavour was still there also the steak was cooked exactly to perfection. read more

Food: carefully curated selection of Asian fusion. They have a tasting menu. Food was good. Service: was quick. No suggestions for drinks or food. Ambience: the restaurant is very small, tables close together, fairly well lit, dark concrete walls without windows. A bit like being in a basement. read more

4.5 star restaurant So much to like about Takoi. From the moment we arrived, we enjoyed the unique colored lighting and decor, concrete block walls and entire vibes of the restaurant. Our server was knowledgeable and helped guide us to a family style meal where we picked seven different items for the four of us to share. I'll upload the menu and circle the items we got because it's easier than trying to remember the exact names of the dishes. He also explained that things would come out sporadically so family style tended to work best. Since we all had similar types of things we like this work well. We started with these little coconut, flavored bite-size items that he referred to his pancakes. They were tiny, but tasty. They'd actually be really good to end the meal because they're pretty sweet. We had a salad that was chopped up, and I believe it had pork in it. Very flavorful. A noodle dish that he described as similar to Ramen with some broth with another item that we had. It had a chicken leg inside. And it was delicious. I think he said it was a staple that's almost always on the menu. We had an eggroll that had deli meat inside, which was kind of unique. I liked the sauce that came with it. The broccoli had a nut paste and it was pretty good though I like the roasted broccoli I make it home so this didn't allow me quite as much as other dishes. Then came two main course dishes to share. One was a steak that was sliced, and it was flavorful and pretty good. But the favorite was the short ribs. They were sweet and tasty and had a crunchy type outside. Hard to describe, but this and that noodle dish are the two things that stood out most to me. We did not get dessert. But it was an excellent birthday meal for me and my family. read more

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2025-05-14. Takoi. Detroit, MI Located in the Corktown neighborhood in downtown Detroit, Takoi doesn't have a private parking lot, but street parking can be found right out front on Michigan Ave. The place is very unassuming and their main entrance is a meat locker door. As you step inside, you'll find yourself greeted by a small bar area with a massive selection. The dining area is beyond the bar and the hostess can be found on the left. The dining area is compact and tables and booths line the perimeter walls. In the center this is one larger table that holds 12 comfortably and up to 16 if you don't mind getting closer to your friends. Takoi also has an outdoor patio accessible through the bar area. The patio is enclosed by a chain link fence and there is plenty of seating. There is no canopy to keep you dry in inclement weather, but the building itself will provide shade in the evenings and it's definitely an area to be enjoyed on those hot summer nights with drinks and friends. We came for a quick bite before a concert. We were not too hungry, so only ordered a couple of dishes and drinks. The portions here are the perfect size. Larger than small plates, but not full sized that you're packing food to take home. Dishes are in the $10-$30 range, but considering the portions, prices are closer to $$$ than $$. A 20% gratuity is also automatically tacked onto the bill regardless of the size of the party. We ordered the KUAY TEOW KUA GA and the NORTHERN STYLE BEEF LAAP salad. Kuay Teow is a flat rice noodle common in southeast Asia (Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, etc.) The China equivalent is known as Ho Fun. Here at Takoi it's hand made and it's fresh. This is important as purchased noodles don't have a long shelf life and tend to dry out quickly. While I normally have such a dish with beef, it only came with chicken here (that's the "GA"). No matter, the flavors were FAN-TAS-TIC and really surprised me. I'm a fan! The Beef Laap salad was definitely southeast Asia fusion with ingredients from China, Vietnam, Thailand, and Cambodia. It also contained chicharrones giving it that Spanish and Latin American flare. The salad was surprisingly delicious! It wasn't your traditional American tossed, rather it was more of the southeast Asian wrap style. You scoop a spoonful of the minced meat mix into a Boston leaf lettuce and eat it as a wrap. Another well flavored dish. Overall, Takoi really surprised me. Categorized as Thai cuisine, it was really more fusion. In my experience, fusion typically doesn't fare very well with my palette; however, Takoi broke the mode. The flavors of the different regions worked out well here. I'm definitely a fan, and I'll probably be returning as there were quite a few other dishes that I'd like to try. If You would like to experience more, come dine-with-me.yelp.com I'd love to have your company... Bon Appétit! read more

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This was the first time I've been to Takoi. It was my son's birthday and he has been there many times. Since my wife and I did not know anything about how they did things, we made a couple suggestions of things we might like, but left the ordering to them. It is a lot of small plates. We had a table of seven people and the server recommended that we order approximately nine different plates. I'm not quite sure how many we had, but the food just kept coming. And it was delicious. Such a fun place to eat. Service was immaculate and it is such a cool funky atmosphere. I would love to go back and just let the guys order all the food. read more

Got a reservation (recommend that you get one also) for this packed restaurant. Your time limit is 90 minutes so make sure you get cracking on the menu and your order! We had a few items that we shared and definitely had some leftovers. Everything has a hint of spice that can build and be careful what you are sipping on. The mango lassi drink that another table had was "no longer available." And there were some other great cocktails available that were delicious and did not necessarily quell the heat. We had some "pankcake" appetizers that were a bit petite and also very tasty. We tried the yum pall, sticky rice, farmers stir fry, and tamarind chicken. It was definitely too much! All was very good and I must be getting wimpy because the spice level was growing. There is an automatic %20 added for gratuity no matter the size of your table. Our server took our order and served the food. He didn't have recommendations for drinks that would aid with spice- balance it out. He was kind enough to let us know when we had 15 minutes left as the next reservation had arrived. At the end, felt a bit rushed, and I guess it is what it is. Last time I was here it was darker, louder, and had more lighting like a club. Still loud, brighter though, and a bit easier to talk. Food is excellent. Service is service. It's got an industrial like vibe... read more

Takoi - Khanom krok- no they are not eggs- and yes gluten free! - Thai Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

Food is fantastic! Amazing to eat a bowl of Khao Soi as good as anything you would get in Chaing Mai. Although it always cracks me up when restaurants serve Thai food with chopsticks (no one uses chopsticks in Thailand). The noise level is out of control. Iwatch marked it at 80 decibels, that would cause ear damage and hearing loss for the staff at 5 hours on the floor. Probably need to invest in some sound absorbing panels to cut it down so the noise isn't so loud that you have to yell across the table for your dining companions to hear you. The food is great, but next time - I plan to eat outside. read more

Takoi - Khao Soi - Thai Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

My friend and I decided to check out Takoi when I was visiting them in Detroit. The food was delicious! We got a 5pm reservation on a Friday night (it was the only time available that suited our schedule), so just make a reservation early if you want to eat a little later in the day. Parking is a little more complex but there is free parking on the road so you may just have to walk a little bit, but still fairly convenient. We were greeted and sat down pretty quickly and the spot was so cute! Very intimate and I could tell that the vibes later at night would be amazing for a date night spot. We opted to try the tasting menu and it was beyond plenty for 2 of us! We had no idea what was happening and what meal was coming next (it wasn't necessarily in order of the menu itself) so we were surprised. However, the pacing was something I would ask them to adjust. Given we were still enjoying one item, they'd bring another and we felt a little overwhelmed at the fact we couldn't just leisurely enjoy our meal. However, the food was DELICIOUS. I am a little curious if they change the sizing of their tasting menu if you have more people, but it is an all or nothing deal for the table. Either everyone gets it or no one... so thinking about that, you have to just be mindful! I definitely want to check it out again in the evening to really get the vibes of the place, but I enjoyed the food. read more

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Takoi chef experience and drink package $150.just about very expensive um what and experience we tried so many things I would never have tried if I wanted to - the rice smelled like farts but tasted devious I don't think I can play back what all I enjoyed here but there were tons of things. The egg coconut thing was good The mushroom thing was so flavorful The shrimp thing was spicy the shrimp drink was questionable The beef soup was tender and delicious The fish was ******ing good but I was to many drinks and food to truly enjoy it's superior taste The desert was mid but we were pretty peppered 4 out of 5 starts it was expensive I liked the rice read more

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Takoi consistently amazes me. I've been a handful of times now and you can't go wrong with any dishes on their menu. We went this past trip for my birthday and it was spectacular. Just a note that if you bring young kids, I would sit outside. This is more so an adult celebration or date night location. They don't have high chairs and the toddler that was a surprise tag along was very overstimulated, since we sat inside. The service, when sitting indoors, is amazing and I love the walk-up-to-order patio. read more

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still obsessed with coming here! Vibes are still immaculate! And there's no better way to experience food than sharing with who you're with and to Koy makes that a staple of who they are. read more

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Every dish/items on the menu were all unique and had different flavor profiles. Dishes are family style so we ordered 4 different dishes wish ended up being too much food. They also have a cool drink menu. Tables are tightly packed together but arranged in a way to give you privacy. Benches are really small... which my petite wife loved... I'd prefer larger. Service was excellent! They have large sky lights that keep the dining area very bright during the day. Totally different vibe at night with the ambient colored lighting and dark dining room.... Feels like you're having dinner in a night club. read more

After passing this establishment multiple times, I decided to go in and check it out. One thing I have to give them a shout out on is it's definitely wheelchair accessible as immediately when you enter the door you can just go in whatever direction you want to go. However, my only gripe is for those who are looking for wheelchair accessible seating near the bar and the entrance that's not Particularly welcoming as the seats are high top however, when you go into the main dining as well as the outdoor seating, there are options for seating however, there are gravel that is on the ground so be aware of that. Overall, my food was absolutely delicious. However, the portion sizes were quite small. I should've opted for a entrée. I didn't realize the portions I was getting more more Appetizer sizes. We all enjoyed our food. We opted for takeout due to the crowding, however, delicious establishment highly recommend the atmosphere is very relaxing and tranquil. Perfect for a date night or hanging out with some friends. Now parking in the area very interesting. I highly suggest you park across the street or park at the train station and walk over. I would also like to know the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. They made sure to break down all menu items to us and assess all of our needs. There are vegan and vegetarian options on this menu, which I really enjoyed. read more

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About ten weeks ago, I was in Detroit for work at Henry Ford hospital. At the time, I was on a bit of a kao soi kick and looked up restaurants with good reviews. I found Takoi on Yelp, but it was booked out. Luckily there was a seat open at the bar. I went for the khao soi, but unexpectedly ended up having the best short ribs of my life. Fried and glazed in a fish sauce caramel. So today I took a two-hour bus ride and a 30-minute Uber to Detroit just to eat them again. No regrets. If you're ever in the area, check out Takoi for some great elevated Thai food. read more

Takoi - Crispy Spare Ribs - Thai Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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Ordered 3 dishes to split between two people and it was the perfect amount. Som tum Thai was awesome but super spicy - they are not kidding lol. This is probably not the meal to go to on a first date (or maybe I am just messy) bc I somehow got food all over the place but it's a really cute spot for small friend gathering or even just another person! Love the food and vibe here and can't wait to come back. read more

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The meal continues to be as good at home as it was in the restaurant. Leftovers are super important for me. I'm sure they are for you too and this stuff heated up quick smelled just like it came out of the kitchen and the taste is you just have to try it. read more

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Food was overall okay! I enjoyed my dish and it was a classic! It look a while to get our food though and not all the food went out at the same time. However, I understand the purpose of this restaurant is to be family style. For larger groups, it was difficult to seat that many people. Some of the tables only seated around 5 people. read more

Takoi - Lad Na - Thai Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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We went there for my wife's birthday and we were not disappointed. The staff we encountered were all great! Connor was our waiter and he gave us some wonderful suggestions. The drinks, very tasty. The flavors of each dish we tried was unique and extremely flavorful! The root salad was nothing like we have never tried. Our main was the red chicken curry. We highly recommend that as well. The chicken was really tender. The ambiance was quaint, energetic, and we lived the open concept of the kitchen. Don't hesitate to try Takoi! read more

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

Spontaneously ended up dining at this place with friends and thoroughly enjoyed our experience! The service was so helpful with choosing the best dishes on the menu (you can't go wrong with anything) and the ambiance was aesthetically pleasing and not too loud at all. My friends and I ate family style which is the way to go here so you can try a little bit of everything. The crispy ribs were a miss for me because I prefer more meat but my favorites were the thai tea cocktail and khao soi noodles. Our waiter convinced us to get the coconut ice cream dessert which was so refreshing. I'm definitely coming back! read more

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Vibe in here is great! Amazing atmosphere for a Friday night. The food was outstanding. We got 4 small plates and enjoyed all of them. One from the salads, one from the grilled/fried, and two from the noodles. The noodles were the best but all great. Service was good, they share servers between tables and there is an automatic 20% gratuity added read more

Takoi - Lavender Menace - Thai Near Me - Detroit, Michigan

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