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    Kao Thai Restaurant

    4.1 (164 reviews)
    ModerateThai, Desserts, Noodles
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Thai Thai Iced Tea
    Casey P.

    Stopped by Kao Thai Restaurant and ordered a Thai tea while waiting for my food -- it was creamy, perfectly sweet, and so refreshing. My food came out super fast, so I barely had time to enjoy my drink before I had to head out! I ordered the spicy Pad Thai with tofu, and it was delicious. The noodles were tender and coated in that classic tangy-sweet sauce with just the right amount of spice. The tofu was crispy on the outside and soft inside, and the dish came with fresh bean sprouts, crushed peanuts, and a wedge of lime that tied it all together perfectly. Every bite was flavorful and satisfying without being too heavy. I finished off with the mango sticky rice -- such a delicious, sweet treat! The mango was fresh and juicy, and the sticky rice had just the right amount of coconut sweetness. Definitely a great spot if you're craving fresh, flavorful Thai food and quick, friendly service!

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    Prasanya M.

    We went for lunch and place was not crowded... we seated ourselves... Ambience was good!! We ordered crab spring rolls and roti canai with yellow curry as starters... I felt the crab was imitation crab in spring rolls but taste was okay.. roti canai and yellow curry was really good!! Roti being a slight bit oily... for main course we had red curry with chicken and Kaprow fried rice with chicken... they brought ours orders right away... fried rice was really good with slight amount of spice... red curry was okay not Great... felt the veggies were raw and not cooked chicken also felt very pungent... but curry was good... would recommend Kaprow Fried Rice... quantity was pretty good for 2 people!!

    Mami I.

    I visited this restaurant with my friends for lunch. The place is clean, well organized, lots of seating and spacious. There are lots of menus to choose from, we ordered papaya salad, soup to share, and noodles and other dishes for individual meals. The salad and soup are both delicious, and the waiter is kind enough to bring extra plates for us. Good service!! My noodle was good too but little bit salty for my liking, and wished there were more portions for the price. But overall it was good quality and experience.

    Flowers
    Serious W.

    Truly such a beautiful establishment for casual dining and small gatherings. Whether a bite to eat or a romantic date is the occasion, the soothing and pleasant atmosphere and how the owner goes the extra mile by in service by ensuring fresh flowers are placed on the table daily make this spot my favorite Thai restaurant. Among the many entrees and yummy dishes to choose from with your own preference of spice level, Kao Thai has pleased me and my company each time I have had the pleasure of visiting. Surprise your taste buds and try something, I'm here to say that you'll definitely love it!

    Niveen M.

    I really have zero good things to say about this place. I've never found Panang disgusting, but this dish was disgusting. It's as if they scooped peanut butter from the jar and coated the chicken in it and served it up. My hubs Jane's Thai spicy red curry was water thin. There was absolutely no viscosity. The pad Thai was fine. I tried to call to see if there was anything that can be done and no answer. Appalled.

    Mango Sticky Rice w Coconut sauce
    Joel N.

    -Pad See Eaw. Thai rice noodles, egg and shrimp & broccoli in Thai soy sauce. Very tasty- I choose Med spice, wow , hot @ tasty. Mango & sticky rice w coconut sauce is AMAZING!

    Euni B.

    Was out running errands with my brother and we decided to stop at this random Thai spot on the way to Trader Joe's. We are so thankful to have found this place. He introduced me to Roti Canai (YOU MUST TRY) with curry. Also try the Thai iced green tea! I've never seen it at other Thai restaurants and it was very delicious and not as sweet as Thai iced tea. Ordered classic pad see eaw and the noodles tasted like they were hand made back in the kitchen like fresh pasta. Could've used some more broccoli but overall the dish was the most flavorful pad see eaw I've ever tasted. Service was excellent! And the place was very clean and had some "Thai jazz like" music in the background. I will definitely be spreading the word about this place. Menu prices are a bit pricey for dinner but very comparable at lunch time.

    Outstanding atmosphere and delectable flavors! Additionally, very pleasant music and ambience I highly recommend them!
    Sunset F.

    We had the best experience at Kao Thai restaurant Virginia Beach! Outstanding atmosphere and delectable flavors! Additionally, very pleasant music and ambience I highly recommend them! Amazing service!

    Drunken noodles

    First time at Kao Thai and here is my review: Food: I ordered the drunken noodles with soft tofu with a mild spice level. The flavor is the right amount of spicy, savory, with a hint of sweet. Service: The service was great and the waitress was kind and cheerful. It wasn't as busy when I went in, but she was patient as I perused the menu. Ambiance: The restaurant is clean and has some light jazz music playing. A great spot to stop for lunch or dinner. Cant wait to try their kao soi next!

    Shrimp Bikini (a must have)
    Kwame S.

    I stopped by Kao Thai for a quick lunch, and I'm absolutely glad that I did. Everything from the start to the finish of my lunch was A+. First off, the waitress was extremely friendly, cheerful, and (most important) very helpful. Actually, she's one of the main reasons that I gave this restaurant a 5-star rating. I started off with the Shrimp Bikini, and they were very delicious. I was a bit surprised (in a good way) that the 'bikinis' were jammed packed with shrimp and other goodies. For my main course, I had the crispy salmon with spicy Thai basil sauce. The salmon portion size was perfect for me (ie large but not too large). Also, I thought the dish was great for someone who is watching his calories because it's served with a nice helping of steamed broccoli. ;) I think Kao Thai is one of those places where you will receive a small plate (one spring roll, in my case) with an entree order. The prices were pretty reasonable for the area, so you will not break the bank for a delicious meal. The next time I have a Thai craving in the area, I will be sure to drop by Kao Thai Restaurant.

    Chicken larb
    Amy J.

    Delicious pumpkin curry at a perfect 5/10 spice level. Super flavorful chicken larb salad as well. Very healthy and super fresh!

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    Great experience. Good food and wait staff. Good value for the quality. Beautiful interiors. Can't wait to return.

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    I got the Thai Fried rice with beef and shrimp. I didn't think it was that good. I have definitely had better - much better.

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    Thai Arroy

    4.2(317 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    I wanted a light lunch and came in for some Tom Yum soup and a Larb Gai salad. The staff was very…read moreappreciative to have us there. Though they weren't busy while we were there, it's clearly popular based on the very nice reviews. Their menu has all the popular, typical Thai fare and several soups to choose from as well. Their Tom Yum was pretty good! Nice, robust flavor and fresh ingredients. Their larb gai was amazing! They serve it 'lettuce wrap' style, with all the ingredient pre-assembled in little Romain boats which were very easy to pick up and eat and they weren't messy. Flavors were great and the ingredients were very fresh. I would definitely come back here for Thai food!

    I went to Thai Aroy with a friend during Restaurant Week, where they were offering a three-course…read moremeal for either $25 or $35. I chose the $25 option, which included an appetizer, an entrée, and a dessert. For the appetizer, I picked the shrimp rolls and crab rangoons. You get two shrimp rolls and four crab rangoons with a side of sauce. It was a really solid starter--perfect to hold you over until the main dish. I also loved that it was a duo, so you didn't have to choose between the two. That was definitely a plus. For my entrée, I ordered the shrimp pad thai, and this was actually my first time ever trying pad thai. I wanted to try something different, and I'm so glad I did because it was really, really good. I would honestly go back just for this dish alone. The shrimp was cooked well, the noodles had the perfect amount of flavor, and the portion size was very satisfying. No complaints at all. For dessert, you can choose between coconut ice cream or fried bananas. My friend got the coconut ice cream, and I got the fried bananas, and we ended up splitting both. Together? Delicious. They do offer them together as part of the $35 option, but since we both did the $25, we just shared--and it worked out perfectly. The customer service was also great. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted and seated right away. They kept our table clean, cleared plates quickly after each course, and checked on us throughout the meal. Everyone we interacted with was friendly, professional, and happy to give recommendations. Overall, I would definitely go back to try more of their food. This was a really good experience from start to finish.

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    Thai Arroy - This is a view of the bar area inside.  Photo taken January 21, 2023.

    This is a view of the bar area inside. Photo taken January 21, 2023.

    Thai Arroy - Pad Thai (chicken)

    Pad Thai (chicken)

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    Suphan Thai Cuisine - Pad See Ew & Pad Thai

    Suphan Thai Cuisine

    4.4(199 reviews)
    8.5 mi
    $$

    Just dined here and I couldn't even pull off before leaving a review. This charming little…read morerestaurant is absolutely delectable! I barely breathed scarfing down the pad thai. Not to mention the service, every single employee was kind, welcoming, and most notably attentive. I didn't have to ask for a single thing, they were so observant without being overbearing. 10/10 recommend.

    If you love Thai food, you have to visit Suphan Thai…read more I stopped in for a casual lunch and ended up having one of the most memorable meals I have ever had. I started with the chicken spring rolls, and they were perfect. Light, crisp, and clearly made fresh. The wrapper had that delicate crunch that never feels greasy, and the filling was flavorful and balanced. The dipping sauce tied everything together with just the right sweet tang. Then came the red curry... and honestly, this is where they won me over completely. I have eaten a lot of Thai food over the years, at restaurants all over, and this was by far the best red curry I have ever had. The coconut curry was incredibly rich but not heavy, with deep layers of flavor that tasted slow crafted rather than rushed. The spice level warmed you without overpowering the dish, and every bite tasted intentional. The chicken was tender, the vegetables fresh, and the sauce was so good I didn't want to leave a drop behind. You can tell when a restaurant cooks with pride and care, and this place absolutely does. Friendly service, comforting atmosphere, and food that genuinely stands out from the crowd. If you're anywhere near Virginia Beach and craving Thai, do yourself a favor and go. I will absolutely be back and already can't wait for my next visit.

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    Suphan Thai Cuisine - Inside

    Inside

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    Cheesecake

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    Racha Thai Cuisine - Beef pad Thai dinner portion

    Racha Thai Cuisine

    4.7(33 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    Racha Thai is definitely the best Thai in VB. Especially for my dish- Pad See Ew. I got addicted to…read moreit in NYC and every other Thai restaurant here seems to just dump sauce on the noodles rather than cooking it together. I can taste the goodness of Thai spices and oils in my noodles with Racha. They are super dank. I have ordered from them many times, every time it's great. Green curry with shrimp is amazing too. I just appreciate that they make their food so in depth with the spices, it really it the best Thai around town.

    I love Thai food. This was not great Thai food. The salad was the best part of our lunch…read more -Pros- service was very nice. The inside is beautiful . The salad was very good -Cons- the restaurant has not been opened long and the bathroom has a broken towel dispenser. What's up with that? Chicken spring rolls are extremely bland and the chicken was extremely dry. I had to salt it just to put some kind of flavor to the dry bland chicken. V16-Pad Kapau Tofu. The tofu was well seasoned and cooked wonderfully but the rest was not exciting. The heat was perfect. I also got shrimp pad see ewe. The most bland I have ever had. No flavor on the shrimp and wide noodles were over cooked. The seasoning on this dish was extremely light. BLAND was the theme I'm sorry because this is so close to where I can pick up a Thai meal. We will not go back. I drive by it all the time and there is only 1 or 2 cars in the parking lot. Now I see why. There is a lot of potential. The inside is beautiful and they have good service .

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    Racha Thai Cuisine - Main dining area

    Main dining area

    Racha Thai Cuisine - Side salad for lunch

    Side salad for lunch

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    Bangkok Garden

    Bangkok Garden

    3.8(266 reviews)
    5.3 mi
    $$

    Stopped here on a whim for dinner with the family while looking for Thai food near the beach, and…read morethis place did not disappoint! From the moment we arrived, the service was excellent. Our waitress was friendly, and Toi exceeded our expectations, helping create one of the best dining experiences we've had in a while. The drinks arrived quickly, followed shortly by our food. We started with the calamari and fried pork wontons. Both appetizers were delicious and authentic. The pork wontons were packed with flavorful meat--no cream cheese filler--and were absolutely fantastic. The calamari was lightly breaded and paired perfectly with the authentic Thai sriracha sauce. The star of the evening was the crab fried rice. It was packed with flavor and perfectly prepared. My husband ordered the spicy duck stir-fry, which was fresh, tender, and had no gamey flavor whatsoever. The kids shared the chicken Pad Thai, and it was amazing--well-balanced, flavorful, and not overly sweet. The portion size was generous enough for four kids to share comfortably. I ordered the spicy shrimp, which had the perfect combination of spicy, sweet, and salty flavors. Every dish we tried was fresh, flavorful, and expertly prepared. Overall, this restaurant delivered outstanding food, excellent service, and a wonderful dining experience. We'll definitely be back for another amazing meal in the future! P.S don't forget the Thai tea . Yum !

    A little disappointed with the pad see ew. This is the second time I've had them. The noodles are…read moreconsistently a little hard. And it doesn't seem like they use the proper noodles. The flavor is there but the noodles could & should be better.

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    Bangkok Garden
    Bangkok Garden - Two pieces fresh Spring Roll w/ a Chardonnay! ;)

    Two pieces fresh Spring Roll w/ a Chardonnay! ;)

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    Racha Thai Cuisine - 8. Six Piece Racha Chicken Wings

    Racha Thai Cuisine

    4.2(246 reviews)
    14.3 mi
    $$

    Hubby and I had lunch here. The special on the chalkboard looked like it's a nice choice, we…read moreordered it and it didn't disappoint it was so filling I had to bring some home the shrimp were the best. The dish - Going Tod Sauce Makarm. I wish I took a picture

    Came with family for lunch on a Sunday and it was empty. Walked in and stood there for a minute and…read moresomeone eating on the corner table told us to sit anywhere. A waitress appeared out of nowhere to serve us and took our orders. All of a sudden another waitress comes out to sweep the floors while we were eating our salads and I thought that was pretty rude. You had all this time before a customer comes in and you start sweeping while were eating. The food was good, lunch portions and price was decent. Kids chicken fried rice, small Tom Yum shrimp soup but the shrimp was tough and had a very strong taste, pad woon Sen with pork, pad see ew with tofu and vegetables, fried tempura tofu and a side salad. Good place for vegans since they have a section on the menu. The tips were added to the total after the taxes were added so be aware. Getting a waitresses attention was hard since they were on the other side of the wall eating their lunch and on their phones. The decor seemed like a diner or something with Thai decorations and the bathroom was spacious but pretty worn down and a lot of dust on the fan above.

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    Racha Thai Cuisine - Entry area

    Entry area

    Racha Thai Cuisine - Look really yummy.

    Look really yummy.

    Racha Thai Cuisine - Dining room

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