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A charming Thai spot in Green Lake! We happened to be in the area and popped in on a whim. Our friends raved about their portion sizes and Pad Thai, so of course we had to try! They were right. The Pad Thai we got was HUGE! The leftovers lasted us multiple meals. Super yums! Super solid! We got an order of Crab Rangoon Pockets to start and ooo. These were the "crabbiest" crab rangoons I've ever had. I was left questioning if they used actual crab. To wash everything down, we got a frozen Thai tea. A fun twist on a classic drink!
Pros: very flavorful delicious food, authentic Thai cuisine, fun and welcoming vibe, good customer service Cons: too salty, too flavorful, high sodium, you will get very thirsty after the meal, street parking can be challenging at times, but it won't be an issue if you don't mind walking a little bit.
Really fun place to eat with the nicest staff. I've been here twice - with my brother then for a friend's bday and had the same positive experience each time. I've really enjoyed the apps here esp the chive cake but the entrees I've tried are more misses in my book. The boat noodle was a little gritty and the pang xie mian (lobster noodle) was a little mushy and gloopy. But the fried rice is great! When isn't fried rice great though. Also for the bday, they were super gracious in letting us store an ice cream cake and then brought out extra dishes and a knife for cutting.
Came here on a weekend and was able to get seated right away. The decor is very nice inside and it's quite a large restaurant. The location is also great, as you can walk around Green Lake after, if you wish. My husband and I decided to share 3 different dishes and dessert. We ordered the roasted duck with egg noodle dish. This was my personal favorite because I thought the noodles tasted great and the duck was cooked well. The New York steak garlic butter rice was also amazing. It came on a hot stone plate and the steak was well seasoned. The third dish we got was the pork belly that came with Chinese broccoli. The pork belly had some spice and was very crispy. We finished with the mango sticky rice. The presentation was beautiful and I liked the black sticky rice. Overall, this place was great and I'd highly recommend coming here.
The food is definitely worth the hype! I came here with a group of 5 and we ended up going family style with 5 entrees and a few appetizers. It was definitely more food than we could all eat and ended up with plenty of leftovers. We got the chive pancakes (deep fried and YUMmy. Not like the Korean or Chinese flat pancakes), fish sauce wings, and vegan spring rolls. All were solid choices to start off with. The bha mee hang bowl, BBQ pork, wonton, and soft boiled egg was my favorite dish out of all of them. Salty, sweet, and savory. Tom yum gao lhao bowl with egg noodle was also a stunner. I would not get the pad thai from here. They use like angel hair vermicelli and the flavoring was weak. The steak garlic fried rice was mediocre, good but nothing special. Their cocktails come in fancy, photo worthy cups - we were ooh and aww-ing at the table next to ours drinks. Service was fantastic. The ambiance was lovely, it was very loud and hard to hear anyone. It's a solid spot in a great location next to Greenlake so will definitely be back in the near future :)
Food: the food came out quickly enough and was fresh. The chive cakes are soooo tasty! They actually taste just like what my Indonesian grandma used to make when I was young. Even the slightly sweet and sour soy sauce that comes with them tastes 99% similar. It's nostalgia on a plate, I experience my the best part of my childhood again this afternoon. Pad kee mao with beef is surprisingly fragrant when it's served. It's so basily, with every bite full of savoriness, sweetness, and spiciness (I chose medium spicy btw). Each bite of the soft yet perfectly cooked rice noodles is nicely chewy, and coated in the flavorful sauce. It's a hearty carb feast if you just bike down to greenlake. Service: we all the staff ladies we met were extremely friendly, yet you don't need to make lengthy small talk like you do at some places. Very introvert friendly and comfortable. Ambience: I'd say this is a place that's great for dining alone or coming with friends, a partner, or family. Definitely worth a second visit, and I want to try more dishes
WHAT A VIBE! Very casual, upbeat restaurant for all your Thai cravings! Waitlist via Yelp when you check in. Parking is primarily street parking. Baked crab with glass noodles was served in a clay pot. Tasty and well seasoned. I do wish there was more crab to the dish. Tom yum moo was served with three different types of pork. The broth was tangy like tom yum but creamy at the same time. Kao Soi portion was HUGE! Definitely can feed two easily. Curry was on the blander side but you can request for a spice rack and doctor it up yourself. HIGHLY recommend the vinegar brine from the spice rack. XO noodle is a non broth dish served with seafood and egg noodles.
Most of the time I eat in Greenlake Village, it feels like some higher power has decided the area would be just too overpowered if it had the lake, park, AND good food. I've been burned aplenty, and so I went to Gao Lhao with tempered expectations. Well, the neighborhood might be starting to shake off that curse. I thoroughly enjoyed every bite of the eight-or-so dishes my group ordered to share family-style. Standouts for me were the NY Steak with Penang curry (elite sweet and savory combo) and the crispy pork noodles. The yuzu almond salad was also a nice lighter addition to the lineup. I'm firmly in the phone-eats-first camp, but you'll notice I didn't abide by my own rules here for the most part. That says something! Only minor ding would be the NA drink options. even a regular (non-slushy) Thai Tea would be a welcome add. Looking forward to coming back!
I really struggled with how I wanted to rate Gao Lhao as I had some amazing bites, but then so many mediocre ones as well. It almost feels like a 3 star spot that is almost 5 stars. Went for a dinner on a Sunday night around 8 PM and the spot was PACKED; we ended up waiting 20-30 minutes, so would definitely recommend a reservation if you're in a rush or want to eat during normal meal time. Whole Fried Pompano: The dipping sauce was incredible and the fish skin got a nice crispy crunch from being fried, but I was pretty confused by how to eat this dish. Maybe it was user error, but there were tons of bones and unlike with steamed fish, it was very difficult to remove them. In spite of the flavors and fresh herb accoutrements, I just can't recommend this due to the eating experience: Crab Claypot Noodles: Very minimal amount of crab, just 3 tiny bitty claws. It's mostly just thin, glassy noodles that in themselves were just okay from a texture perspective, I like a bit more of a chew. Very ginger forward and the flavors were not bad, but not anything special. Crispy Pork Belly, BBQ Pork, Pork Wontons, Onsen Egg Bha Mee Hang: The noodles and the gravy are a 5/5 bite, but unfortunately the protein was just okay. The skin on the pork belly was crispy, but both pork options ate very chewy / overcooked. Pork wontons were fine, but cold and I wanted them to be a bit fresher.
I am a fan of Isarn and Kin Len Thai Nite Bites. So when I heard about their new Chinese fusion restaurant opening in Greenlake, I could not wait to go and try it. Unfortunately, my first try (during Mother's Day) dining here did not go smoothly because we ordered two really awful main dishes-- Their flavorless Beef Hot Pot and some gooey, noodle concoction that tasted awful and looked like some kid made it on their toy stove. I've blocked it out and can't remember the name! Other than these minor missteps, the rest of our food tasted good, service was attentive and friendly on a busy night. Our drinks were refreshing and overall we had a fun time. What I noticed though is how good their Happy Hour menu is and how I feel this would be the best time to dine here again.
3 stars but could easily be 5 stars. Not too crowded for a Sunday lunch. Staff is very friendly and food come out fast! Vibes are amazing too. I just wish some dishes (too yum & Bha Mee) taste a little bit more authentic.
Another gem in a great location! I almost always crave Thai food and my favorite place in Seattle, Kin Lin, is not always the easiest to get a seat at come dinner time. My partner and I decided on this place because it was close to Green Lake which is a great location. The parking is a bit difficult because of the busy area but parking a few block away usually isn't that hard. Green Lake being so close was also a great thing because we needed to wait a bit for a table. They have a huge menu with many items I have not seen before. The service was also very quick and friendly. I opted to try their boat noodles which was very rich and very good. This was my first time trying boat noodles and I was very happy with this choice. The portion was also huge and I left very full with plenty of leftovers. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and we will happily be back
Gao Lhao is one of our favorite restaurants and a place we find ourselves coming back to again and again. Whether we're dining in for a night out or ordering takeout, the food is consistently delicious. Our must-order dishes are the Crab Fried Rice, Mama Tom Yum, and the Garlicky Wild Cod, they're all incredible. That said, we've never had a bad meal here, so you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Their happy hour is also fantastic, with great offerings that are definitely worth trying such as the green beans and fish sauce wings. We love the atmosphere of the restaurant. It's perfect for a date night, but just as great for catching up with friends. If you're looking for consistently amazing food, excellent service, and a cozy ambiance, Gao Lhao is a must-visit.
My wife and I had lunch for the first time. We each had a Bah Mee Bsng Bowl---mine, with Pork Belly, BBQ Potk, & Shrimp Wontons and an Onsen Egg. She had the Roast Duck with Egg Noodles. Restaurant is really a fusion of Thai and Chinese Street food style cooking. Each of our bowls were well filled and were delicious. Price paid is of good value. We didn't want to eat a lot, so that's all we had. It'll be more fun to go with a larger group next time do we can taste more items on the menu. The restaurant is situated on a busy road with only street parking available. It's next to the PCC Grocery. The interior is absolutely stunning---one of the prettiest I've seen for an Asian restaurant. The decor is tasteful. It is a large restaurant, with so many tables and a beautiful bar. The service is attentive and super friendly. Can't wait to go back and try the other offerings. read more
Atmosphere is super cute, lots of seating. Staff is kind but you can tell when they are wanting you to wrap it up and leave at the end of your meal. I guess the bright side to that is they take away your plates fast! Food was good across the board, apps, entrees, and drinks. I'd come back for sure! read more
My first time to dine at this lovely Thai place. I have been seeing this place a lot and been wanting to check this out. Very beautiful! Restaurant transformed to a Thai atmosphere. Decorated with Thai kitchen ingredients, utensils and small details. Food menu is massive. Think of anything you want to eat Thai they have it They do focus on street food. They do have vegan food too. We had the Bha Mee Hang bowl. Ordered the roasted duck with egg noodle. The other bowl with crunchy pork belly, bbq pork, shrimp and pork wontons and onsen egg. They all tasted fantastic! Each bowl served with noodle that is mixed in with some sauce -so it's necessary to mix well before eating. I have yet to try other menu items so definitely we will be back. Great service. Thai ladies and men do serve the food. They know food and the right pronunciation of the menu items. Definitely you can rely on them to make the recommendations. Love this new discovery! Hope to make it back real soon! read more
20 days ago
A charming Thai spot in Green Lake! We happened to be in the area and popped in on a whim. Our friends raved about their portion sizes and Pad Thai, so of course we had to try! They were right. The Pad Thai we got was HUGE! The leftovers lasted us multiple meals. Super yums! Super solid! We got an order of Crab Rangoon Pockets to start and ooo. These were the "crabbiest" crab rangoons I've ever had. I was left questioning if they used actual crab. To wash everything down, we got a frozen Thai tea. A fun twist on a classic drink! read more
Pros: very flavorful delicious food, authentic Thai cuisine, fun and welcoming vibe, good customer service Cons: too salty, too flavorful, high sodium, you will get very thirsty after the meal, street parking can be challenging at times, but it won't be an issue if you don't mind walking a little bit. read more
Really fun place to eat with the nicest staff. I've been here twice - with my brother then for a friend's bday and had the same positive experience each time. I've really enjoyed the apps here esp the chive cake but the entrees I've tried are more misses in my book. The boat noodle was a little gritty and the pang xie mian (lobster noodle) was a little mushy and gloopy. But the fried rice is great! When isn't fried rice great though. Also for the bday, they were super gracious in letting us store an ice cream cake and then brought out extra dishes and a knife for cutting. read more
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Jenny N.
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Came here on a weekend and was able to get seated right away. The decor is very nice inside and it's quite a large restaurant. The location is also great, as you can walk around Green Lake after, if you wish. My husband and I decided to share 3 different dishes and dessert. We ordered the roasted duck with egg noodle dish. This was my personal favorite because I thought the noodles tasted great and the duck was cooked well. The New York steak garlic butter rice was also amazing. It came on a hot stone plate and the steak was well seasoned. The third dish we got was the pork belly that came with Chinese broccoli. The pork belly had some spice and was very crispy. We finished with the mango sticky rice. The presentation was beautiful and I liked the black sticky rice. Overall, this place was great and I'd highly recommend coming here. read more
2 months ago
The food is definitely worth the hype! I came here with a group of 5 and we ended up going family style with 5 entrees and a few appetizers. It was definitely more food than we could all eat and ended up with plenty of leftovers. We got the chive pancakes (deep fried and YUMmy. Not like the Korean or Chinese flat pancakes), fish sauce wings, and vegan spring rolls. All were solid choices to start off with. The bha mee hang bowl, BBQ pork, wonton, and soft boiled egg was my favorite dish out of all of them. Salty, sweet, and savory. Tom yum gao lhao bowl with egg noodle was also a stunner. I would not get the pad thai from here. They use like angel hair vermicelli and the flavoring was weak. The steak garlic fried rice was mediocre, good but nothing special. Their cocktails come in fancy, photo worthy cups - we were ooh and aww-ing at the table next to ours drinks. Service was fantastic. The ambiance was lovely, it was very loud and hard to hear anyone. It's a solid spot in a great location next to Greenlake so will definitely be back in the near future :) read more
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Isarn K.
Hi Kathryn,…
Food: the food came out quickly enough and was fresh. The chive cakes are soooo tasty! They actually taste just like what my Indonesian grandma used to make when I was young. Even the slightly sweet and sour soy sauce that comes with them tastes 99% similar. It's nostalgia on a plate, I experience my the best part of my childhood again this afternoon. Pad kee mao with beef is surprisingly fragrant when it's served. It's so basily, with every bite full of savoriness, sweetness, and spiciness (I chose medium spicy btw). Each bite of the soft yet perfectly cooked rice noodles is nicely chewy, and coated in the flavorful sauce. It's a hearty carb feast if you just bike down to greenlake. Service: we all the staff ladies we met were extremely friendly, yet you don't need to make lengthy small talk like you do at some places. Very introvert friendly and comfortable. Ambience: I'd say this is a place that's great for dining alone or coming with friends, a partner, or family. Definitely worth a second visit, and I want to try more dishes read more
WHAT A VIBE! Very casual, upbeat restaurant for all your Thai cravings! Waitlist via Yelp when you check in. Parking is primarily street parking. Baked crab with glass noodles was served in a clay pot. Tasty and well seasoned. I do wish there was more crab to the dish. Tom yum moo was served with three different types of pork. The broth was tangy like tom yum but creamy at the same time. Kao Soi portion was HUGE! Definitely can feed two easily. Curry was on the blander side but you can request for a spice rack and doctor it up yourself. HIGHLY recommend the vinegar brine from the spice rack. XO noodle is a non broth dish served with seafood and egg noodles. read more
Most of the time I eat in Greenlake Village, it feels like some higher power has decided the area would be just too overpowered if it had the lake, park, AND good food. I've been burned aplenty, and so I went to Gao Lhao with tempered expectations. Well, the neighborhood might be starting to shake off that curse. I thoroughly enjoyed every bite of the eight-or-so dishes my group ordered to share family-style. Standouts for me were the NY Steak with Penang curry (elite sweet and savory combo) and the crispy pork noodles. The yuzu almond salad was also a nice lighter addition to the lineup. I'm firmly in the phone-eats-first camp, but you'll notice I didn't abide by my own rules here for the most part. That says something! Only minor ding would be the NA drink options. even a regular (non-slushy) Thai Tea would be a welcome add. Looking forward to coming back! read more
I really struggled with how I wanted to rate Gao Lhao as I had some amazing bites, but then so many mediocre ones as well. It almost feels like a 3 star spot that is almost 5 stars. Went for a dinner on a Sunday night around 8 PM and the spot was PACKED; we ended up waiting 20-30 minutes, so would definitely recommend a reservation if you're in a rush or want to eat during normal meal time. Whole Fried Pompano: The dipping sauce was incredible and the fish skin got a nice crispy crunch from being fried, but I was pretty confused by how to eat this dish. Maybe it was user error, but there were tons of bones and unlike with steamed fish, it was very difficult to remove them. In spite of the flavors and fresh herb accoutrements, I just can't recommend this due to the eating experience: Crab Claypot Noodles: Very minimal amount of crab, just 3 tiny bitty claws. It's mostly just thin, glassy noodles that in themselves were just okay from a texture perspective, I like a bit more of a chew. Very ginger forward and the flavors were not bad, but not anything special. Crispy Pork Belly, BBQ Pork, Pork Wontons, Onsen Egg Bha Mee Hang: The noodles and the gravy are a 5/5 bite, but unfortunately the protein was just okay. The skin on the pork belly was crispy, but both pork options ate very chewy / overcooked. Pork wontons were fine, but cold and I wanted them to be a bit fresher. read more
I am a fan of Isarn and Kin Len Thai Nite Bites. So when I heard about their new Chinese fusion restaurant opening in Greenlake, I could not wait to go and try it. Unfortunately, my first try (during Mother's Day) dining here did not go smoothly because we ordered two really awful main dishes-- Their flavorless Beef Hot Pot and some gooey, noodle concoction that tasted awful and looked like some kid made it on their toy stove. I've blocked it out and can't remember the name! Other than these minor missteps, the rest of our food tasted good, service was attentive and friendly on a busy night. Our drinks were refreshing and overall we had a fun time. What I noticed though is how good their Happy Hour menu is and how I feel this would be the best time to dine here again. read more
3 stars but could easily be 5 stars. Not too crowded for a Sunday lunch. Staff is very friendly and food come out fast! Vibes are amazing too. I just wish some dishes (too yum & Bha Mee) taste a little bit more authentic. read more
Another gem in a great location! I almost always crave Thai food and my favorite place in Seattle, Kin Lin, is not always the easiest to get a seat at come dinner time. My partner and I decided on this place because it was close to Green Lake which is a great location. The parking is a bit difficult because of the busy area but parking a few block away usually isn't that hard. Green Lake being so close was also a great thing because we needed to wait a bit for a table. They have a huge menu with many items I have not seen before. The service was also very quick and friendly. I opted to try their boat noodles which was very rich and very good. This was my first time trying boat noodles and I was very happy with this choice. The portion was also huge and I left very full with plenty of leftovers. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and we will happily be back read more
1 month ago
Gao Lhao is one of our favorite restaurants and a place we find ourselves coming back to again and again. Whether we're dining in for a night out or ordering takeout, the food is consistently delicious. Our must-order dishes are the Crab Fried Rice, Mama Tom Yum, and the Garlicky Wild Cod, they're all incredible. That said, we've never had a bad meal here, so you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Their happy hour is also fantastic, with great offerings that are definitely worth trying such as the green beans and fish sauce wings. We love the atmosphere of the restaurant. It's perfect for a date night, but just as great for catching up with friends. If you're looking for consistently amazing food, excellent service, and a cozy ambiance, Gao Lhao is a must-visit. read more
3 months ago
I came here with some friends to finally try the Thai food I'd heard so much about. I really liked the lighting and seating layout of the restaurant, it created a pretty cool, modern ambiance that made the whole experience feel a bit more elevated. I ordered the Pad Thai, which I enjoyed! It was a bummer though that they had already run out of Pad See Ew by the time we arrived :/ but the portion sizes were super generous, which is always a plus! So I only ended up making it about half way through my plate before having to ask for a to-go box lol. I also decided to try the Boozy Chrysanthemum Slushy. While it was very pretty in presentation, I personally wasn't a fan of the taste :/ It had a stronger bitter/herbal flavor? than I was expecting, so I ended up tapping out and couldn't finish it, which was a bummer... I think having ingredient descriptions for the drinks on the menu would definitely help set expectations a bit better lol. read more
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Isarn K.
Hello Melanie,…
Hype deserved. Everything was delicious, service was friendly and prompt, and the vibes are awesome here. Cocktail list was plenty and creative. Super unusual: a really lovely waiting area since they don't take reservations. We loved the noodle bowls, fish sauce wings, steak fried rice. Happy hour every day til 6! read more
So happy we checked out Gao Lhao. I'm a big fan of Kin Len, so I was excited to see what this spot had to offer. Overall, everything we ordered was good, with the standout being the spicy pork jowl tossed noodles. It's a cold noodle dish, which we didn't expect, but the flavors were spot on and tasted incredibly fresh. The spicy beef salad was pretty standard and a bit under-seasoned, and the steak itself was just okay. The XO noodles leaned a little bland as well, though the seafood quality was good. One dish I wouldn't recommend is the mango sticky rice. The rice was not sticky and felt quite undercooked. Since they use black rice, which requires more time and care, it's something that could definitely be improved. We visited on a Saturday around 3 pm and still had about a 30-minute wait, which was a bit unexpected. The restaurant also seemed slightly understaffed, as service was slower and we waited a while to be attended to. Despite that, I'd still be interested in coming back to explore more of the menu. read more
4 months ago
Familiar with Isarn and Kin Len, so naturally I found out about Gao Lhao when they were first opening. Finally got around to trying after a weekend of walking. Wait went by fast and service was wonderful. Noodles were delicious, plentiful, and great value. Appetizers on the other hand, I thought were less exciting. House-made Crispy Chive Cakes - super similar to a Korean seafood pancake, almost like a cousin to the Korean classic. Same texture without the protein as this appetizer is vegan friendly. Not super crispy, the interior mash of chives makes up a bulk of the texture. Tastes very oily and heavy, would not be on my list to order again. Fish Sauce Wings - my friends and I have been to a place in South Seattle that does it best, so we're definitely biased. These wings weren't as crispy and flavorful, but they're still decent. Chicken wasn't dry, skin was fried once, and the fish sauce was light. They do provide fish sauce on the side, but I think the chicken itself could use more seasoning prior to frying. Worth ordering again, but I'd come here mainly for noodles. Bha Mee Hang Bowl - I got option 3 with crab, pork, and egg. All of the bowls come with a generous portion of tasty dry egg noodles. Savory, bouncy, springy, and quite QQ. I was pleasantly surprised with the proteins. A few bites of crab meat, some decently crispy pork belly (the specialty spots in Chinatown do it crispier, obviously), sweet char siu, and a soft boiled egg! Only complaint, which isn't too reasonable, is that the vegetables are mainly end pieces and not leafy greens. Would love a better mixture. read more
2 months ago
This has become one of my favorite restaurants in Seattle! The inside decor is very cool, representing Bangkok streets and storefronts. I love that they incorporate certain Chinese elements in their Thai dishes such as crispy pork and Charsiu. Their bha mee hang bowl is very delicious but you can never go wrong with a classic pad see iew or crab fried rice! All consistently delicious! read more
Good food, great service. Awesome!! Located by Greenlake, 1 block behind starbuck, across from road runner store. Restroom: male and female restrooms Seating: indoor, lots of room, good for small and big group. Fast service Parking: some free and pay street parking or park at pcc parking garage 1.5hr limit They have lots of different kind of dishes we normally dont see in other thai restaurants. We ordered: Kurobuta noddle soup - good, very strong flavour in the sweet side Oyster pancake - taste good, but wish they use the smaller Oyster instead Ny steak curry w rice - very nice curry flavour. The rice is kinda wet. Overall good. Definitely will come back to try other dishes. read more
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Jenny N.
Thanks so much Fenny!!! We appreciate your time writing us a review.…
Great ambience with a mellow dim lighting and lots of decor. The Tom Yum Moo had crispy pork belly that we found a bit dry but the soup was not oily and light with a tomato forward taste. The char siu in it was your average char siu, not dry. The yaowarat street curry was our favorite! It's super flavorful without being heavy despite being a thicker curry consistency and the chicken was not dry. I loved the refreshing-ness of the cucumber salad to balance the curry. The dragonfruit drink was alright. It tasted good but it was described as fizzy which it wasn't. But it was refreshing. It's a popular place that has about 30 minute wait during dinner when we went. read more
5 months ago
I decided to try their Tom Yum Soup and calamari appetizers and they were both pretty good! The Tom yum soup was pretty flavorful and I enjoyed the meat that came with it. However, there was a decent amount of lemongrass bits in the soup that I wished wasn't a part of it. The calamari was pretty good. The battered wasn't heavy and it was crispy and easy to chew. The service was good. The food didn't take long to make. I went during the night this time and it looks pretty at that time because of the lighting. Highly recommend coming at night because the ambiance is much better. read more
Heard this place is owned by the same owner as Kin Len's so i definitely had to check it out, and it did not disappoint! The portions were pretty big and delicious! We got the bha mee hang which seemed more chinese than thai. It was a really filling bowl and the sauce in the noodles were pretty good. The chicken wings were amazingggg. So crispy, garlicky, and tender! The tom yum hot pot was on the sweeter side than i expected but still good. The seafood one came with a decent amount of seafood. The shrimp was quite pasty though. Seems like other people usually had to wait, but I came on a Friday night and it wasn't too busy. We got seated at the bar right away and service was fast. Our food came out so quickly! The ambiance of this restaurant was quite nice too! It kind of a retro vibe but also upscale. read more
I came during happy hour (3-6pm) and had an amazing meal. Service was great, the space was clean and decor was very nice. The calamari was good and came with a delicious sauce. I like how the garlicky noodles came with a soft boiled egg and veggies, everything tasted yummy. read more
3 months ago
Delish Thai noodles and rice dishes. We had the seafood stir fried mama noodles, boat noodles and two type to Tom Yum. They were all very flavorful and good portion. I wish I had room for the mango sticky rice. The decor was very funky, it's like the 80s in Thailand or Asia. They don't unfortunately validate for parking underneath. I would highly recommend it! read more
5 months ago
Came here over the weekend and was able to get seated right away, which was a nice start. The staff was friendly, and the restaurant had a lively vibe--lots of families and groups of friends, and the space itself is well decorated. Definitely a casual, energetic spot. I ordered the khao soi, which is usually my go-to whenever I see it on a menu. The portion size was huge--honestly way more than I expected. I couldn't even finish half and ended up mostly eating the chicken and some noodles before I was full. It's easily shareable or could be stretched into multiple meals. Flavor-wise, it was delicious and definitely hit the spot. The broth was solid, and while it's not the absolute best khao soi I've ever had, it's still very satisfying. One highlight was the chili oil--definitely try dipping the chicken in it if you like a bit of heat, it's really good. One small note: you do have to ask for chopsticks if you want them. Overall, a great option if you're into Thai noodle soups. There are plenty of other dishes on the menu too, so lots to explore on future visits. read more
The food and ambiance were great, although a lot of the dishes had similar flavor profiles, so we didn't feel like we were trying anything new between dishes. The calamari salted egg yolk salad was also very underwhelming, and felt like multiple ingredients haphazardly thrown together. The decorations were beautiful, definitely one of the coolest spaces I've eaten at in Seattle. Overall, definitely try coming with a group to split and try a variety of dishes, especially since their price point is a little higher. read more
Located in the Green Lake area, GAO Lhao is a beautiful spot with a great atmosphere. We ordered the Bha Mee Hang, and it was easily the highlight. Not only did it look amazing, but it tasted just as good. It came loaded with Dungeness crab, crispy pork belly, BBQ pork, wontons, and egg. The portion was generous honestly enough to feed two people. We also tried the crispy pork belly wontons, chicken skewers, fish sauce wings, and a Thai tea slush. Everything was flavorful and well prepared, and you can tell they put effort into both presentation and taste. Service was great as well staff were friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. My family and I really enjoyed our visit. Definitely a place we'll be coming back to! read more
5 months ago
I came back to Gao Lhao in Green Lake and it did not disappoint. The food was amazing (again). This time I ordered the tom yum noodles and calamari--both were so good. The tom yum had the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors. It was super flavorful and honestly just hit the spot. The crispy pork added such a nice texture and made the dish even better. The calamari was also really good--crispy, light, and not greasy. Overall, I'm already looking forward to trying more dishes from their menu. Definitely a spot I'll keep coming back to! read more
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Jenny N.
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Finally was able to check this place out and it is absolutely a hidden gem. I ordered the clay pot duck noodles and they were super good. The duck was cooked perfectly and the noodles were great too. Make sure you ask for their chili flakes and vinegar. Just a heads up though that it is pretty spicy so be careful with how much you add. Everything was delicious and I highly recommend checking this place out if you want a great meal. read more
Let me start this off by saying this is the prettiest restaurant I have been to, ever. It's beautifully decorated, lots of plants, plenty of seating. We sat at the bar, and my 6'5 husband had plenty of leg room. Only thing I would change is to add coat/purse hooks under the bar. Service was absolutely fantastic. From the bartender to the runners not a single complaint, every request was promptly made. Food was not only top tier in quality, flavor, and size, but also price. One thing I wanted to really praise is the Sizzling Suki, we ordered it with seafood. I was shocked by how much seafood there was, they didn't hold back. Drinks were good too! We ordered 2 drinks, 2 entrees, and an app and it was only $85. We 100% will be back. read more
We came here for a happy hour in the afternoon, and there were no lines which is great because there usually is a line out the door during dinner time. We ordered the beef stew, salted egg yolk calamari salad, and the fish sauce wings. Our favorite was the wings, super flavorful and saucy, crispy on the outside while still tender inside. The salad was also their take on a caesar salad that was refreshing and crunchy, surprisingly a hit for my anti-salad-liking partner. The beef stew was similar to a taiwanese beef noodle soup but lighter and more herb heavy. Portions were happy hour size but we left satisfied. Great ambiance, decor was beautiful, and we would continue to return for their other items! read more
Finally tried Gao Lhao Bangkok Noodle Shop and I'm already planning my next visit. Everything tasted authentic and full of flavor. The boat house noodle soup had a rich, savory broth topped with tender slices of meat, fish ball, crispy garlic, and herbs that tied everything together. The steak fried rice dish was just as good - creamy, aromatic, and packed with bold flavors. Pairing it with rice made it even better. We also enjoyed their thai iced coffee - and I'm looking forward to trying their slushies when it gets warmer out. The staff were very welcoming and attentive, the restaurant was cute and lively, and the food came out fast. If you're craving comforting noodles or another flavorful Thai dish, this place delivers. Highly recommend trying it if you're in the area! read more
There are many many places that you can get pad thai from in Seattle. There are probably 20 or so within 2 miles of Gao Lhao. Let's be a little adventurous today and try something new! I'll be honest with you though, I have no idea what we even ordered. I was locked in on the conversation when my friend was ordering for us. But wow, it was all exquisite, and very different from most Thai food I've had in the area. I will admit though, it's my own fault. I fall victim to the trap of ordering something like drunken noodles whenever I'm in the mood for Thai. I've learned my lesson though, and I will be back to experiment for more. One dish that sticks out in my mind: Some sort of fish-sauce-forward chicken wings. These were very high on the crispy scale, a nice well-done wing. Excellent flavor, but if you do not like fish sauce, do NOT order these. read more
Restaurant might be known for Thai food, but I consider it more of an overall Asian fusion spot. The ambiance was phenomenal, very beautiful, and creative. Some seating can be a bit difficult to reach because the tables are very close together, especially the high-top tables. The service was excellent as well, with no complaints at all. Thai Pandan Leaf Chicken -- I suspect they steamed the chicken wrapped in the leaf and then fried it. The leaf was oily and clearly showed signs of frying, but the meat inside didn't taste fried at all. It was just okay, and there wasn't any noticeable pandan flavor. I'd recommend choosing a different appetizer instead. Crispy Pork Wontons - Highly recommended. Tasty and crispy. I loved the sweet and spicy sauce. Sukiyaki is a Japanese nabemono (hot pot), and we tried the premium seafood portion. It was a wonderful portion for the price. The tiger prawns were good quality, and you should definitely mix the egg into the pot before adding the other ingredients. There was a lot of food, enough to fill the entire table, and it's perfect for sharing with about 3-4 people. The set also included tung ho, napa cabbage, yu choy, mushrooms, tofu, glass noodles, scallops, crab claw, mussels, wild cod, and squid. You really can't go wrong with a hot pot. Bha Mee Hang Bowl (Dungeness crab, crispy pork belly, BBQ pork, pork wontons, onsen egg) -- Also highly recommended. While the dish leans toward fusion, as a Chinese diner, it brought back some nostalgic memories. The dry egg noodles were nicely bouncy, and the flavors had a pleasant balance of sweetness with a garlicky aroma. Some of the BBQ pork pieces were on the fattier side, but the pork belly had just the right amount of crispiness. Overall, it was a very satisfying bowl. I'd definitely come back to try other dishes. If you don't want to wait, you can go during happy hours time. When we went at 5pm, there's plenty of tables. After 6pm, good luck on the wait! read more
6 months ago
GOOD! I went on a Wednesday night and it was fairly crowded, but our party of three only waited about 10 minutes for a table. The ambiance was great--very reminiscent of an upscale Bangrak market in Belltown We ordered the fish sauce wings, New York steak garlic fried rice, tom yum noodle soup, and a few cocktails. Portions were generous and meant for sharing. While everything was flavorful, the wings and steak were a bit too salty for my taste. Overall, I'd return for the noodle soups and would like to try the tom yum hot pot next time, especially for a group. And the happy hour which starts at 9 PM - closing! read more
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