... So Far. Stopped by here for a few small bites on a warm evening. The cocktail menu is very interesting - lots of complex tastes are lurking in there. Too many toppings in the SmokeShow though - but nice flavor. I was hot & thirsty so went with the lemongrass lemonade. Refreshing & a great foil for the spicy (but not too spicy) food. 5 lettuce wraps. The mix of savory-spicy-sweet - really top notch. And a nice mix of textures as well. The Crab cakes - nicely crabby, gently crunchy breading, and the spicy/sour sauce - a great pairing. The menu is full of things I want to try. Familiar packages (lumpia/egg rolls, noodles, fried rice, soups etc.) but with flavors that are new to me. Will be back to work through this menu. There's a lot that looks worth trying. Décor-wise, not sure about how the LED light strips pair with the otherwise spare & interesting southeast Asian vibe (the treatment on the ceiling looks great BTW) read more

Four stars because the service was great and everyone we interacted with was fantastic. But this falls into a category of paying for vibes. The restaurant is very nice, and the dishes are plated nicely too, but its food that I don't think is necessarily standout from other thai places that would charge a fraction of the price for more food that tastes just as good. The dishes here are "modern" but not in a way that sets it a part all too much. It's modern more in that things are small and there's a lot of cute little soup spoons involved with the plating of a bunch of the appetizers. The ube cocktail though was in fact quite good and I liked the chive pancake too - that one felt more truly uncommonly good to me, but still not convinced of the price tag for 4 bites of food. The dessert was also good but reminiscent of dessert soups that some cantonese restaurants would give for free at the end of a meal. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]I loved how relaxed and calm that place is for a date night![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food amazing we tasted all shareables and starters (amazing flavors!) then shared a duck curry, highly recommend! Service fast and polite. read more

We visited the restaurant today and the place itself is very nice and well-kept. However, the service was very slow, even though there were only one other tables occupied at the time. Our food took quite a while to arrive, and while it was okay, there was nothing particularly special about it .The biggest letdown was dessert--after ordering the halo-halo, we waited about 30 minutes, only to be served a version that didn't even have the traditional shaved ice.I asked why it was taking soo long the server said they couldn't find a glass for it. Overall, a disappointing experience in terms of service and food quality. read more

Food was excellent. They were understaffed that night so service was slow. Very nice ambiance.

We tried out this new spot today, and the food was amazing! Everything had such great flavor and just looked incredible. Leon, our server, did a fantastic job providing excellent customer service. He checked in many times to make sure we were happy with all of our choices. I would rate 10 stars if I could! Check it out. You will not be disappointed. read more

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Really was not good food. Not sure how it has all the 4 star reviews but here's what I got. The kalabaw wings were not good in terms of seasoning. The flavor was just kinda muddy, like couldnt make out anything specific about it. Also the wings were strangely long, like my first comment was, these chickens had some long legs huh? Idk what kinda chicken that was... Got the kalabaw curry with beef and the beef was tough, I don't think it was actually cooked in the curry just added after. The curry wasn't good and at that point I reached my limit and asked for it to be removed from my bill. I wont be back. I do see that they're starting to throw club parties here at night. I think thats a much better use of the space. read more

I was so excited to try this place, I dragged my bf last night The decor and music got our attention right away. The service was a little slow for it not being a packed house. Everything we ordered was delicious, down to the drinks. We were a little disappointed that the surf & turf dish was unavailable, but hopefully we'll be able to get it the next time we come in! read more

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Food was good, but not amazing. Service was awful. I would say we felt mixed about it. While the food was good, I can't say it was worth the price. Not sure I would go back, but wouldn't say I wouldn't recommend it either. read more

First and foremost, everything at this restaurant is "Chef's Kiss"! I had been following this restaurant for about 6 months waiting for Kalabaw Bar & Kitchen to open! I was excited to have more Southeast Asian Fusion food pop up in the Downtown Seattle area. When I learned the date of their soft opening, I immediately reached out on the Instagram page, messaging them how excited I was. They were so kind enough to even save a reservation for me and my 4 friends to join me for dinner there! The ambiance felt very sophisticated and regal with the black and gold color scheme. The dinner music was quite pleasant, with soft acoustic cover songs that were fun to listen to while not being too intrusive for dinner conversations. A couple of minor suggestions, though: They may need some sort of sign at the entrance for customers to watch their step as they proceed through the restaurant with the subtle change in the lower floor level. Also, the dim lighting is great aesthetically, but it could have been slightly brighter so we could see the menu and food better (just slightly!). The staff were very attentive to us while not being too overbearing. The wait staff were very well-informed of their menu when we had questions about portion sizes. And to top that all off, the staff were all very kind and friendly. Two of their managers and the head chef even personally came to our table to thank us for dining with them and asked how the food was. As for the food and drinks, let me tell you, they did not disappoint! We tried about 3/4 of their soft opening menu, and everything we ordered was DELICIOUS. No bad drinks, appetizers, entrees, and dessert options. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND the Black Pepper Garlic Crispy Soft-Shell Crab, the Kalabaw Bibb Lettuce Wraps, and the Taro Ball with Coconut Ice Cream! For drinks, don't miss out on the Ube Painkiller and the Lychee Mule! I will definitely be a regular customer here. So thankful to have a restaurant like this in the Belltown Area. I look forward to the Grand Opening when they have their full menu set up! read more

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I think this spot is a gem. We walked in and no one was inside.... However, this easily became one of the most delicious meals I've had in Seattle. Shawn was our bartender; he was so vibrant and really curated such a pleasant experience. Completely made our night. I highly recommend this place. I especially recommend getting a seat at the bar with Shawn. That man has great taste. 5 stars. read more

Brand new Asian fusion restaurant in Belltown. Everything was delicious! We ordered the lettuce wraps (creative, tasted of Chinese hoisin sauce), beef curry (beautifully presented, very fusiony) and taro balls with coconut ice cream. I drank a nonalcoholic "Don't worry I'm driving" which balanced pungency and sweetness. Everything was portioned to share (rather than large entree). Still pretty empty (first weekend open), so the staff was very attentive and friendly. The space is gorgeous, gleaming but comfortable. We'll be bringing friends and family back here! read more

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I came across a video that featured this restaurant, and it piqued my interest. My boyfriend and I came into this restaurant really hungry but excited to try the food. We ordered their chicken wings from the happy hour menu, he got the lobster with the noodles and I ordered the lobster soup. The chicken wings were good along with their curry dip sauce. My boyfriend got his plate first before mine. I had to wait almost 10 minutes for my plate. When I finally got my plate, a huge disappointment came across my face. Disappointment would be an understatement but there was literally NOTHING in my soup besides 2 skinny crab legs and just straight up broth with pieces of onions floating around. And I waited longer for my plate to recieve almost nothing. Nowhere have I thought that I would only received 2 crab legs and NOTHING ELSE. I really wish that I could be making this up but I'm not. And here's the kicker- the dish itself was $22. $22 for only two pieces of skinny crab legs??? That's a scam. The soup was on a higher spicier level despite it stated being spicey. It was just a lot spicer than I thought. Luckily, our server was the best. I requested the asian pull pork with fries to switch, and she was super sweet and understanding. 4/10 for food 10/10 for the service. read more

Kalabaw Bar & Kitchen - Thai Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Absolutly Beautiful interior. The different options for seating (low tables, high tops, booths, and regular tables) always makes a space feel diverse and inclusive for all different bodies and needs. I love this. It's also just beautifully decorated--it's chic and feels luxurious, with lots of warm leather, marble tops, and gold with brick and lots of back lit walls just creates a sensual mood that would be great for a date or another special occasions. All of their food that I've tried has been amazing. From the crab legs, wet wings, tum yum soup, to the burger, the vegan curry and the lumpiang, and the lao sausage, all of it was great. Some of the happy hour items come a little spicier than what some people may like so make sure to ask. But id say only about a 3/5, not anything overwhelming. Oh and there are LOTS of options for someone doing low carb or keto diets. This was such a pleasant surprise! The menu really is so diverse--Lots of options for everyone!. I've been able to actually eat many things on the menu. But I also can't wait to come back when I can try all the other things I'm not eating now. The service has been great each time I've been and the happy hour is fantastic. I highly recommend. read more

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Atmosphere is so cool and our server Theo was absolutely awesome and super sweet! He was very attentive and helpful! Our 1st experience, & we will return read more

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My wife and I walked by here and decided to give them a try. We have officially found our new go to Thai Restaurant. The dishes came out and not only looked great but the taste and quality shined through in every bite. The server was very welcoming from the beginning and the owner even stopped by to ask us how we liked the food. The atmosphere is very modern and welcoming. Great for a date night or even just to swing in for great food. We will be back tomorrow for their grand opening and highly encourage people to come by and try it. read more

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Highly recommend this new restaurant. I live in the Belltown area and saw the construction of this spot. I was happy when they finally opened. The service was great. The wait staff was attentive and polite. The food was great, but the drinks won me over! Stop in if you're in the area. read more

Great ambience and location! After you can easily walk iver to Pike Place and get yogurt or desserts! The food is good and reasonably priced. Ut's a south east asian fusion restaurant so you'll get a taste of everything from pad thai, to curry to lumpias to soups! They have really good drinks too! read more

Went to grab a bite to eat after some sightseeing. Stopped by here because they had some Laotian sausages. It was ok; missing some sort of dipping sauce to go with it. I wish they had sticky rice with it. It would've made the food so authentic so I just added a side of white rice to it. Our waiter was nice and it wasn't a long wait. Also the water tasted bad. Straight up tap water. read more

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Yummy. Was in need a night in and we ordered out from here. The avocado and sweet corn salad was so good I actually saved it for breakfast. The curry dishes we tried were also quite tasty. Food was nicely packed for travel. read more

Service was great. Very friendly and attentive people. Unfortunately, the food was not very flavorful (Kalabaw noodles with tofu).

Loved the lunch special, a great deal especially for an area like belltown. Server was super sweet and the dining area had great ambience as well! My green curry also had just the right amount of heat and fantastic flavor. read more

The decor is beautiful here, great place to take someone on a date! Had their lettuce wrap and it was delicious, a lil sweet, salty and the lettuce had a nice crunch to it. The server was friendly and attentive. Definitely coming back! The prices are very reasonable too! read more

Just had dinner here. The food was good. Chicken wings and papaya salad must try. The service was good. Fountain drinks I don't recommend . Save your money. Thank you for the free ice cream at the end. read more

The food at Kalabaw was delicious! * The Kalabaw Chicken Wings were fried to perfection and still juicy inside (my favorite) and the coconut galangal sauce was not for me but my friend LOVED IT! * Kalabaw Bibb Lettuce Wraps in little spoons (also my favorite)- so good spicy and sweet! Crab Fried Rice was very good and Avocado-Sweet Corn Salad was good. The food was exceptional, and the service was top-notch. Our server Kat was a delight, very friendly and attentive! Check it out- You will not be disappointed! read more

From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by the inviting ambiance and modern style. The decor is on point The staff was attentive and friendly, provided excellent service without being intrusive. read more

Great service, music, drinks and price. I absolutely loved the Latino music and Tom Yum noodle soup. Will definitely come back read more

I have been here twice and had great experiences both times. I love the ambiance, the food and cocktails. The second time I came was on Sunday and it's all day Happy Hour! IMO they have the best papaya salad. The other appetizers that we liked were truffle fries and chives cake. My favorite cocktail was the ube drink, which was almost like an ube colada. I will definitely come again. Kalabaw is definitely a great addition to the Belltown neighborhood. read more

Really good! I went there on Thursday with two friends. We ordered tom yum soup, the mushroom appetizer, two curries, and two desserts. Their Roti is really soft and flavorful! Their desserts are clean and not too sweet! Service is on point too! read more

Kalabaw Bar & Kitchen is to die for. The food is delicious. The wait staff is very attentive. Theo is the best. The decor is beautiful and a prime location in Seattle. Kalabaw is having their Grand Opening May 25th 2024. Don't miss this when you are in the city of Seattle. read more

Kalabaw Bar & Kitchen - Thai Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Ambiance: Gorgeous! Service: Excellent! Food: Delicious! This is a Thai restaurant with a touch of Filipino and Indian cuisine. This place just opened 6 months ago so come and support local business. Nicole was very attentive always filling up our cups with water. Whoever picked the glasses, cups, small eating utensils, tables, etc was very intentional. The water glasses were octagon shaped, the golden dessert spoons were perfect for sauces and sharing. The other drinks were served in copper glass. There were center pieces of silk flowers and real candles on the table. The table was not smooth but had ridges which gave it a nice texture. We ordered salad, a couple of noodles, halo halo. Dessert was different. It tasted good with lots of mini pearls/tapioca and an ice cream but definitely the halo halo Filipinos are expecting. I think what would make it more like Filipino halo-halo is to use ube ice cream. But hey, if you are wanting to eat true halo-halo then go to a Filipino restaurant. Kalabaw is an Asian fusion place. All I am saying is give this place a try. read more

Great to have another business open in this neighborhood. My friend and I loved our first experience at Kalabaw. The food was fresh, tasted great and our server Katie was extremely friendly and attentive. We will definitely be back for more beef curry! read more

This restaurant is beautiful inside. The design is very classy. The food was delicious. The fried cauliflower and Tom yum soup was my favorite. Highly recommended if you like Asian inspired cuisine! read more

Simply amazing! I love the decor. The owner is sweet. Staff are really attentive and kind.

This new Belltown restaurant is amazing. The food is fresh and delicious. The ambiance is beautiful and easy for conversations. Service is excellent. I have been back 3 times in 2 months. Highly recommend. read more

Excellent food, the resto has great vibe. Surprised it wasn't packed with their quality. Thai with a very slight twist (tasted more like homemade recipes which is a great thing). read more

Great menu, great curries, great drinks, great service. My curry wasn't huge, but it was big enough for me and delicious.

As vegetarians we were pleasantly surprised by the choices and how they were prepared. Our guest did enjoy the chicken lettuce wraps. This is a place we do plan to bring guests to in the future read more

Excellent food, great service! Highly recommend. They even had a great drink special for the month of pride

Great food - fast and friendly service and festive atmosphere. The Songkhla Turmeric Curry and the Truffle fries are delicious.