Gabriel S.

This Cambodian restaurant has more Cambodian dishes than other "Cambodian" places. Even so, most of the menu is still Thai food (they claim that they're very similar - well, maybe to the uninitiated). They get 3.5 stars. Fish cake & salad was mostly fish cake. It was Thai fish cake with sweet Thai chili. The fish cakes were home-made: fresh, bouncy & tasty. For mains, we got 7 Samlaw Khmer & 13 Kako Khmer, as these were recommended as more Cambodian (well, I should have guessed from the names), 7 Samlaw Khmer was better. 7 Samlaw Khmer had a nice tamarind flavour & more meat than 13 Kako Khmer. The latter had an interesting fruity edge. They sell a lot of diet drinks: Diet Coke, Coke Zero, Pepsi Light & Diet A&W Root Beer. This is rare for a small restaurant, especially an Asian one (usually there is one variety or none). Certainly in all restaurants, non-caffeinated diet drinks are virtually non-existent. They also make off-menu Cambodian food. For example, Fish Amok goes for $15.99 for a small portion. You just need to pre-order a day in advance. They also say that they can make whatever Cambodian food you want if you pre-order; I had asked about Fish Amok mostly as a joke, especially since at the other Cambodian places I've asked they've said they can't find the ingredients or it's too much work, but I was pleasantly surprised. I've even contemplated trying to make it myself, but one look at the recipe has been enough to turn me off, so I'm guessing I'm going to be ordering their Fish Amok at some point!

Jennifer K.

I always soft-heartedness when it comes to family runned, hole in the wall and good cheap restaurants... And Khmer Thai fits the bill!! I have meant to give it a try for the longest time but it is really out of my way... but when a few yelpers want to go! I AM IN! Spicy Shrimp with Garlic was so good because they put real spicy pepper inside.. not those fake ones that looks colourful but were tasteless! The Golden Beef/Shrimp both has this great curry taste in it.. I have to say I don't usually eat rice...but those tasty rich flavoured curry sauce makes me want to keep eating more and more rice. Phad Thai the Cambodian version is a little different but not bad.. I do prefer the Thai version more because of the more sweet and sour taste which makes me go hungry for more! Khmer Pancake, meh for me... I don't really like the texture of the pancakes. It tasted a little blend when eating with other strong flavoured dishes... if it was served right at the beginning or as the only dish I order then it would have tasted a ok. Kako Khmer chicken with all the veggies... is the really the only dish that loaded up with more veggie than meat itself... I find when stired frying or doing a curry dish with white meat does make the chicken a lot tougher and dry... The friendly waiter here was so nice and smiley... He asked me at the end if the dishes are spicy enough... hey not really Thai Thai spicy.. but enough for my Canadian spicy eating fellow yelpers! I saw that little smile in his face and know next time my dishes will be extra extra hot!

Edwin A.

I had the best coconut chicken curry in my life at Khmer Thai! My sister who came for dinner with me that night, (a world traveler and diner) also agrees the red curry flavour is subtle with distinct character, it is not overpowering. I found it interesting that straight coconut milk is poured over the dish giving that velvety smooth texture. The chicken breast was cut into finger strips and the dish is served with a side of rice that compliments the curry perfectly. The fragrance, the taste, was oh so delicious I can eat Phanaeng Kai for a week straight. :) Atmosphere is casual dining affair; restaurant layout is fairly basic. Tables for four surround the counter/ kitchen. There's a big painted mural of a village scene, cactus at the window sill and the only missing was the humidity for a full Thai/Cambodian experience. :) Seems to be a popular take out establishment with many regulars patrons picking up and having a quick chat with the staff. Service is diner style. Order at the counter, pay at the counter dealio. Don't go in expecting someone to wait on you hand and foot. Come here for the food. When I went up to pay I peered over to the kitchen and saw this 5 foot nothing older Asian lady cooking behind the scenes. Aha! that confirmed my suspicion.. this stuff authentic. Recommend!

Jenn T.

Blown away!! Cambodiana and Tom Yum Main soups are the best! My first time here and I couldn't get enough, I ordered one to go. Small family run restaurant, simple-modest decor and delicious food! Portions for the soups are big and served as a main dish, so come with a friend and try different ones to share or have one for yourself (you may not want to share, it's that good). It's Cambodian food, spicier and more flavourful than any Thai restaurant in toronto.

Tong J.

I love this place and its tasty comforting food! Two dishes that I love and cannot wait to go back for more: Spicy Shrimp with Garlic and Golden Beef. Served with salty fried garlic and super hot green chili, the spicy fried shrimp warmed up my soul quicker that a cup of joe! The beef with red curry-coconut base was divine. It was so good that we had to order another one. In terms of service, the staff was accommodating and terrific! If you don't mind the austere décor and want some good home cooking, this is the place to come. It's a great little joint to share yummy food with a group of friends. At $16 per person with tips, six of us left heavier and happier.

Matt S.

Since my initial review I've come back to Khmer Thai a couple times to try more of the dishes. On my most recent visit I brought a group of about 10 people. The group included a wide range of people: some vegetarians; a few that have travelled in Southeast Asian and know a lot about the food from the region; and a couple who are totally inexperience with Thai or Cambodian food. At the end of the night every single person was raving about the place, saying it's the best Southeast Asian food they've had in the city. This visit also gave me an opportunity to try some of the vegetarian options. I can now say Khmer Thai gets my vegetarian friendly seal of approval. We ordered three soups and 10 mains and our bill came out to $108 including tax. Portions are huge and all dishes come with a heap of rice. An unbelievable deal for this quality and amount of food. Our order: Soup Thom Kai Gai ($8.79) - This soup looks like a bowl of milk, i.e. not very promising, but tastes great. A coconut not milk broth flavoured with galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and chillies. Mostly broth with a bit of chicken. Not too spicy. Cambodiana Soup ($8.79) - See previous review. Still my favourite dish. Soup Delight (8.79) - The menu says hot and sour soup but it's nothing like Chinese hot and sour soup. A light and very flavourful broth filled with vegetables and tofu. You can get it with chicken or shrimp instead of tofu. If you do order tofu they make it with a vegetarian broth. Careful, this one's more spicy than it looks. Meat Mains Kako Khmer ($7.89) - See previous review. Worth trying for the interesting, sweet flavour. Phad Thai Sai Khai ($8.49) - Didn't try this one myself but the guy that ordered it thought it was good. Golden Beef ($7.89) - Probably the best main we had. Beef and vegetables in a delicious coconut based red sauce (not red curry though) with peanuts. I only tried the vegetables but the guy that ordered it said the meat was delicious. A little spicy. Khmer Pancake ($7.89) - Certainly the most interesting dish. A large rice flour pancake with a yellow colour like a corn tortilla was folded in half over a heap of chicken, shrimp, bean sprouts, lettuce, and cucumber. A little bland compared to the other dishes but unique. Vegetarian Mains Tofu with Vegetable ($7.50) - Tofu with broccoli and other vegetables in a rich red curry sauce. A little spicy. The best vegetarian option for those that can't handle a lot of spice. Chow Mein Noodle with Tofu ($7.50) - As you could probably predict this was the only dish that wasn't great. Too salty and not much other flavour. Possibly a good option for those that can't handle any spice at all. Green Curry Tofu ($7.50) - Tofu with bamboo shots and deliciously sweet eggplant in a rich green curry sauce. Very spicy. The best vegetarian option if you dig the heat.

Lauren M.

Dee-licious, cheap with large portions, which is exactly what I usually gravitate towards as far as dining goes. Went back for a second time today and this time I got to order just what I wanted. #13 Kako Khmer was pretty yummy. Wasn't spicy enough for my liking but tasty nonetheless. Fish cakes appetizer was decent for the price too. I like it here but I don't love it enough to travel frequently up to St Clair and Nowhereland to visit more often. (Unless Tony F. wants to drive me) If it was close to home I would likely be a regular.

Elaine K.

Came here on a terribly cold night. It's basically a takeout counter with some tables, and a jungles' worth of plants. It was pretty dead at around 6:30pm, but quickly filled up, and about a half dozen people came in to pick up takeout orders in the hour or so we were there. I was astounded by the humungous portions (2 entire meals. Seriously) and the incredibly flavourful sauces. I had the green tofu curry and was very very happy with it. I think I'm going to have to go back and try more!

Evelyn A.

I've never had much interest in the St. Cl-area, but I find myself heading here in a hangry vehicle about twice a month One of my BFFAAs with a car lives just south of me, so when he picks me up we're heading north already and naturally migrate to this area. Desperately seeking snacks. We usually argue about where to eat, and then either end up going to Ikea (where no one ever argues!) or somewhere near here. Last night we wandered into Khmer, and I'm glad we did. We had bamboo hot and sour and some Thai curry and they were both massive portions with a nice kick. If you're a pretty princess be aware this is your typical cheap and dirty to-go Thai joint, so don't be expecting them to roll out the red carpet PEPPER POINTS for their silly art. Big fan.

Sabrina T.

Dear K.T.R., As soon as I saw your yellow awning, I felt all giddy inside! The words, 'KHMER THAI' in big letters just jumped at me! I love my Khmer people and even more-so, I love my Khmer food!. We ordered three dishes: Fish Cake and Salad, Glass Noodle, and Kako Khmer. I'm kind of torn as to what was my favorite dish, but I think I like the Fish Cake (in Khmer, pha-hut) the best! It had the perfect amount of spices and perfect bite sized patties. As for the Glass Noodles, it had the most tender chicken and shrimp! Usually Asian places overcook them but I found them to be soooo scrumptiously good! There was also a generous amount of veggies in the dish which I loved! The Kako Khmer was smothered in a bright yellow sauce, it blended in with the walls! I usually love kako, but this one had something missing. Still can't put my finger on it, but possibly that it wasn't spicy enough. The owner/chef came up to our table and chatted up with us a bit. She found out I was Khmer and she was so nice asking me about my family, etc. It's a family run restaurant all the way through. I will be back to try the other yummy Khmer dishes! Aw khoun jrun! Dreamsrey

Lynn C.

I have bookmarked this place for a long time based on the fact that I have never had Cambodian food before and this place has raving reviews from many people on my Yelp follow list. This place is far from me and in a rather worrisome neighbourhood so it took a long time before i was able to find someone who is willing to venture here. Their hours are also a little European - closing between lunch and dinner and not serving lunch three days of the week. It is a mom and pop shop after all though, so that's fair. The front service person who takes your orders and cash is extremely nice and friendly. Having perused the menu, I wasn't sure what on the menu is thai and which is cambodian, so we asked him. He said pretty much everything is cambodian hmm...we ended up ordering the spicy pad thai with beef, and the kako khmer chicken (i pretty much figured if it says khmer then it has to be cambodian). The pad thai was delicious, but the noodle to other ingredient ratio was a little off. A lot of vegetables and beef ad not enough noodles. It would have been fine except the beef was really jerky. The chicken came with rice and was also delicious. Overall the food is great but I didn't feel like I was eating traditional Cambodian food. The menu felt more like a downtown thai restaurant than what i was expecting. I don't think it's really worth my almost 2 hour public transit trek to get down there.

Alex D.

This is my go-to place for great tasting comfort food. Yes it's a hole in the wall with kitschy plastic flowers and vines but who cares? Nady is a sweetheart and her sons are adorable. I love the Siam delight ($9.56) with big shrimps and delicious golden gravy. The golden chicken and beef are my boyfriend's favourite. I particularly love the Cambodian soup ($8.79) which is very spicy. I get warned how spicy it is every time I order it. But it can't be beat on a cold miserable work weekday. Rich green curry soup with eggplant, mushroom and chicken. Today I tried the phanaeng Kai and wasn't disappointed. Incredibly delicious gravy and 6 large chunks of chicken breast all for ($7.89). It's too bad they don't deliver. Thankfully I'm within walking distance.