A new Thai fusion brunch place in Irvine- love to see it! My family tried it out, not realizing we stumbled upon their grand opening. Pro: major discount! Con: major wait to get seated. Happily, the food was worth the wait, service was friendly, and we anticipate the crowds will even out over time. My husband got the chicken and waffles, which he said was delicious and crispy with a subtle Thai twist. I had the Sai Oua, which involved sausage, sticky rice, and fresh greens. It was fantastic and I would absolutely get it again. Decor is attractive with a springtime floral motif, and parking is ample. As I mentioned, we got an incredible discount because it was their grand opening. The regular prices are a bit high. I will certainly come back, but the price point is what I consider a special treat, not an everyday pick. Great choice for a weekend indulgence. read more

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We came here on their grand opening day and they had a 50% off discount to celebrate their opening day. It was pouring rain but the wait was still about 45 minutes for us. The inside decor is really pretty with lots of pretty paintings and floral accents. It was very busy that day so I couldn't take too many pictures, I will definitely come back another day to take more pics! Chicken and Waffles - The chicken was very crispy and flavorful and it came with really big portion of waffle with 2 sauces - a spicy syrup and a maple syrup. Souffle Bacon & Eggs - we got scrambled eggs which they laid over the souffle pancake with bacon layered in between. It was delicious! Souffle Crème Brûlée - the pancakes were soft and fluffy and the crème brûlée sauce had a nice burnt caramel taste to it. There were lots of berries which made the dish very refreshing. It does take 20 minutes for them to make this souffle pancakes. Crispy Belly & Belly Rice - the crispy pork was nicely fried with a fragrant sauce. It made me want to eat it all up. Soft Shell Crab in Karee Sauce - the crab was lightly fried but it was very crispy and the crab was so fresh. The sauce was very flavorful but I was there was roti to go with the dish so we can dip into the sauce. Kinaree House Noodle Soup - lots of ingredients and very good broth Thai Iced Tea - sweet, strong and flavorful Pandan Sweet Tea - there is a hint of the pandan which added flavor profile to the sweet tea They did an amazing job given how busy they were on their grand opening day. The portions are big. I highly recommend it and will be coming back again! read more

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Came to check out the new Thai fusion restaurant. The place was busy even tho it was pouring rain. The staff was busy with the grand opening activities. We had to wait for a bit but it was well worth it. We had ordered a few traditional Thai food along with some fusion food. Chicken and waffle was tasty. The chicken perfectly fried and juicy. The soft shell crab curry was flavorful, wish I had the option to pair it with some roti. Crispy pork rice and house noodles reminded me of the street food in Thailand. Finished up with the soufflé pancakes that were fluffy. The portions were generous with Irvine prices. It's a nice place to have some brunch in the Quail Hill plaza. Walked out stuffed trying this place. read more

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Went on a Wednesday early afternoon... wasn't busy. Very cute spot, but the service was lacking. It seemed like it was kinda rushed to have us out of there, even though more people arrived after us. The lychee pleasesy was really really good. I got the Kinaree fried chicken and the rice was COLD. That was a bummer. I'd probably go back (early morning) and see if the service was different. read more

Kinaree Eatery - Kinaree Kinaree Fried Chicken - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

I came with a friend for brunch and we loved the food! He had the soufflé pancake with bacon. It was perfectly fluffy and paired well with the salty crispy bacon. I tried the holy chili bomb basil omelette. It was very flavorful. I was only able to finish half and took the rest home. The next day I paired it with rice and it was delicious! Although it was a busy Saturday we received our food in 15-20 minutes. The space is bright and inviting. It is located in a plaza with lots of parking. read more

Service and food were good. Will definitely come back to try the other dishes. My steak was tender and perfectly cooked.

This is a super cute Thai fusion brunch spot - came with a group of girls and we were able to make a reservation in advance. There's American breakfast, Thai food, and fusion food available with lots of options. We ordered family style to share. I'd recommend the fried rice; it was super savory and came with a delicious green sauce that was tangy and had a nice kick. The khao soi was also very flavorful. We also ordered the crème brûlée spiffed pancake. The pancake itself was nice and fluffy and crem brulee sauce was delicious. The soufflé pancakes do take some time to cook, so would recommend ordering it upfront (took an hour for it to cook). read more

Kinaree Eatery - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Amazing flavorful Khao soi. Servers were very friendly and efficient. Cute spot that offers brunch and lunch options. The thai tea was a little too sweet for me but their drinks come pre mixed so we weren't able to adjust the sweetness read more

Kinaree Eatery - Khao Soi - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Had a quick service and the khao soi was flavorful and fragrant! My server was attentive, as well. Would definitely recommend ! read more

Kinaree Eatery - Khao Soi - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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This spot is popping! We came around 10:30am and there were already people on the waitlist. The interior is gorgeous! Lots of florals, and if you love the white marble and gold silverware aesthetic, you're going to love this place! Food was good and a bit pricier than your typical Thai spot, but the portion sizes really make up for it. The service could be better, but I understand they are a relatively new restaurant (opened in October 2025) so it's a work in progress. At one point, half of our table received their order and the other half had to wait for an additional 15 minutes to receive it. Also, props to whoever in management thought of printing out a picture menu, because it made me want to order one of each, LOL. Other than that, food was delicious and everything on their menu looked so good. Will definitely be back to try their other dishes (Souffle Pancakes, Tom Yum Hot pot, etc.) || L O C A T I O N / P A R K I N G || -Cross Streets are Sand Canyon Ave. and Quail Hill Parkway -Located in the same plaza as Hanshin Pocha and O Fine Japanese Cuisine -Plenty of parking spots, rarely see the lot full || F O O D || Khao Soi $29 - Love that they have a variety of protein options to choose from. We were feeling fancy so we opted for the rib eye! They give you a decent amount of rib eye and their portions in general were generous. Comforting broth. My friends got the braised beef and said it was good too but after looking at the rib eye one, they said they would get that the next time. If you can't handle spice, make sure to tell them you want it mild. I'm a medium/mild spice person and I thought the standard spice level was acceptable. Braised Pork with Rice $22- If you're looking for a comforting rice dish that's not overly flavorful, this is nice. Def add the green sauce if you want that spicy kick Cucumber Salad - Super refreshing. Recommend to add on the side if you want a palette cleanser between all those flavorful bites Yuzu Butterfly Lemonade $6 - couldn't really taste the yuzu but it looks really pretty with the layers! I could skip this the next time. Lychee Pleasey $7 - Not too sweet, very refreshing. I could skip this the next time Iced Pandan Tea $6 - my friends liked it and said it tasted more like grass jelly. Tom Yum Hot Pot $29 - this one took a while to come out, but my friend said that there was so many toppings and protein in the hot pot. It com read more

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My wife and I have been here twice. The first time was shortly after the soft open, so we assumed any issues with the service or food was due to that. We returned a few months later, and the there were still issues with the service and food. Both times I ordered the bacon and avocado benedict. The first time, the hollandaise sauce had a more mayonnaise-like taste. The second time, the hollandaise sauce was very bland and had an odd texture. It also took over 30 minutes for my order to arrive. The customers at tables next to us had ordered before we arrived and got their orders around the same time as us. One them also ordered a benedict dish and complained to the staff. I do not know how this restaurant has over 4-stars. We will not be returning. read more

Came here for brunch for my birthday and we arrived at 10:30a which was a good time, just before the crowds showed up at 11a. Highly recommend arriving early if you can on the weekends. That still didn't save us from some of their kitchen woes though. We ordered the battered fish benedict, the tofu omelette, creme brulee french toast, and the souffle pancakes. We were advised by the server that the souffle pancakes would take 20-30 min and we were OK with that. But despite being ahead of the rush, they still tripped up on our food. We got our first two dishes fairly quickly, but 30 mins later we had finished eating our portions and our son's french toast still hadn't arrived. We had to ask about it and it seemed like they had forgotten about it with the rush of orders that had come in afterwards. Then at 45 mins we had to follow up on the souffle pancakes and again it was like they went oh crap... and rushed to make it. Thankfully it was my birthday so I was trying to stay in a good mood and didn't want to make a stink about it. Also we'd read about some of their kitchen issues ahead of time and so it wasn't a complete surprise. That said, they really need to figure out how to fix the problem. Ultimately, the food was good and there are a bunch of other dishes I'd like to come back to try. So we'll probably be back... but we'll maybe stick to weekdays when they're less likely to be off their game. read more

Found this spot on here and wow were we all blown away!! Every dish we tried was spot on. The dishes we tried were; crying tiger, chu chee curry with jumbo prawns, smoked salmon Benedict, and crispy belly & rice. All the dishes crafted to perfection down to the presentation. I was bummed that I didn't take any pictures. The matcha coconut I tried was equally delicious with slices of cocina inside the drink. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, however the inside is adorable if you want the full ambience around you. All staff members were tentative and quick with bringing food or taking orders. I will absolutely return to this spot and so should you!! read more

Beautiful ambiance in Irvine close to Hoag & Kaiser off the 405 fwy. Amazingly delicious food for dinner. Service was extremely nice. Can't wait to come back to have brunch! read more

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Surprisingly, good breakfast here. For a small place the menu is pretty extensive and very authentic Thai. However, they have done a blend of Thai and American for breakfast. Really enjoyed it and plan to return. Our waiter Buzz was great, very attentive and friendly. read more

Kinaree Eatery - Salmon Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

came to visit kinaree after seeing a few videos about their brunch menu and really enjoyed our experience. it's a smaller establishment with bright and springy decor, perfect for a casual brunch spot. service was extremely nice and it wasn't busy on a monday afternoon. we started out with their coconut pandan and mango sweet cloud drinks and these were so yummy! the coconut pandan was a little bit sweeter than expected, but the drink really highlighted that creamy pandan flavor and the mango sweet cloud was a creamy mango drink with hints of green tea. my boyfriend and i wanted to try one item from their brunch menu as well as one from their regular menu so we ordered the battered fish benedicts and their chu chee with skirt steak. the benedicts were my favorite dish of the meal! came with two big, perfectly crispy, flakey and light battered white fish on soft english muffins and runny poached eggs, covered in a buttery hollandaise sauce with crispy breakfast potatoes and a small salad as well. the chu chee with skirt steak was a well seasoned curry with a slight kick, but i'd recommend trying a different protein as their skirt steak is almost like a smoked or jerky style of steak so some parts were a little chewier than tender, but it still had a great charcoal taste to it. finally we tried their sweet roti with coconut ice cream and this was a simple dessert where the ice cream was very light in flavor and the roti was the standout of the dish, just a soft, deep fried, flakey pastry almost similar in flavor of like funnel cake and garnished with peanuts which added a good nutty flavor to the dish. personally, this dessert can be skipped, but the benedict is a must get! read more

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First thing to do when you arrive at the restaurant, put your name down for the waitlist because the waiters are so busy they will not greet you or let you know to do so until multiple people have already added their names. It was hard to get accommodated since they were busy. Also, if you have babies/ toddlers there are no high chairs available, they do have a booster chair, if not bring your stroller for smaller babies. Food- khao soi was delicious, the noodles were al dente and broth was flavorful. The tom yum soup was also flavorful, very tangy and coconut-y flavor. Also want to add that you do get lemongrass chunks in the broth, that was not very delightful. The braised pork leg was tender and flavorful, soy sauce over rice and there's also a green sauce that adds citrusy, sweet and spicy flavor. read more

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The food tastes exactly like home -- super authentic, rich flavors, and perfectly balanced. Every dish came out fresh and beautifully presented. You can really tell they cook with love. If you're craving real Thai food that hits the spot, this place is a must-try. I'll definitely be coming back again (probably very soon ). read more

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Customer service was good and the vibe inside the restaurant was nice, but unfortunately, the food was subpar. Our favorite dish was the crispy fish apple salad. The fried fish balanced well with the refreshing apple salad and had a nice spicy kick. Beyond that, the experience went downhill. The fried chicken was decent, but the rice came in a plastic bag (a microplastic nightmare) and hardened almost immediately after being taken out. For dessert, the soufflé pancake was a disappointment. It was dense rather than jiggly and moist, and the strawberry syrup tasted very artificial. For the price and food quality, there are several other Thai spots I'd prefer. I felt duped by IG influencers who definitely overhyped this one. read more

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Each dish had great flavor. Nothing was too salty. Good balance of flavors and great portion size. Ambiance was nice, dishes were nicely presented and the space felt clean. read more

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Every time we have tried to grab brunch here, it's been so busy and we couldn't get a table. We finally got in today and were so pleased with everything. The restaurant itself is small, but very nicely decorated. The staff was very attentive and kind. We ordered the fried chicken eggs Benedict and the soufflé pancakes to share. It was a ton of food. Honestly, pics don't do it justice. The portions were way bigger than expected. We finished the eggs benny and only ate half of the pancakes bc we were so full (took the rest to go bc way too good to let go to waste). I normally don't even like soufflé pancakes, but these were perfect. So fluffy and soft. And the fresh made whipped cream was a little salty and paired nicely with the strawberry sauce. The menu all looked amazing. And now we're even more excited to go back to try more items bc of how great the couple we got was! read more

Kinaree Eatery - Strawberry soufflé pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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Have finally found a local Thai spot that reminds me of Thailand. Great service and delicious food. Can't wait to try more items on the next trip. read more

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Their brunch menu is excellent and felt refreshingly unique with its Thai-inspired offerings. My friend ordered the fried rice with sausage, and I had the salmon toast--everything was delicious. I loved the cute decor, and the service was prompt and friendly. I'm so glad there's finally a good Thai restaurant in Irvine. The restaurant is on the smaller side, but they also offer some outdoor seating. read more

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Do you like spicy foods? This is your place. For non-spicy eaters, steer clear of the crispy Fish Apple Salad bc the salad is spicier than the mild Khao Soi and less spicy than the medium Khao Soi. And this is legit spiciness, not the watered down version so order at your own risk. I can't eat spicy (no, pepper is not spicy to me) to save my life so yes I died after trying out the salad but quickly ate the fish to recalibrate which is one of the best fried fish I have ever had. Everyone else enjoyed their drinks which varied from matcha (all cold drinks unfortunately) to a yuzu drink which was highly recommended. I would like to return for their desserts but I was stuffed after eating the California Scramble. The best part was having French toast you normally just get plain bread but this was such a nice touch. Would also come back just to try their soufflé pancakes. read more

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Came in for breakfast with my daughter. The place is really cute. She got the avocado toast and said it was really good. I got the flat noodles and it was really delicious too. I was just happy to be able to order noodles for breakfast. Service was great too. Would definitely recommend and will come back when in the area again. read more

Kinaree Eatery - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

The dish I got woke my spirit, getting me ready for some home mechanical engineering work. I have to say the service was high-speed, and the dish's flavor was superb. The place got a chill atmosphere with a ghost on the side. I recommend the "khao soi", which can be made super spicy. You won't go out disappointed. read more

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Just tried Kinaree after a lot of anticipation and was super disappointed in service. I can understand busy shifts but taking it out on customers is bad form. We were there on a Sunday and it wasn't that busy. One of the waiter was rude and was just bothered by us asking for simple things like an extra napkin or water. We had just gotten the check when this waiter walked up to us silently and held the pay device at me. Actually crazy; didn't ask if things were good, didn't ask if we had wanted anything else, just basically the motion of "pay here and get out." Food was good but unfortunately was spoiled by rough service. Considering the brunch prices, I would skip this place. There are better brunch places around and warmer service experiences for the price point. Green flags: - Pretty decor, very nicely put together - food is good with nice plating, if priced a little high (We got drinks, calamari, khao soi, and soufflé pancakes) - vibes are nice for the most part - lots of parking Beige flags: - Irvine prices so appetizers are in the $15ish range (calamari is very like OK) with most food items being $20-35) red: - nobody checked on us the entire meal (one person got us water) - for the price point, it shouldn't be a "okay we're busy now get out" with annoyed waiters kind of restaurant read more

Kinaree Eatery - Khao Soi - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Came here on a Saturday around 2 pm and there was no wait! I've been dying to try to place. We got the pork rice and khao soi but there were so many things I wanted to try on the menu. The khao soi had good flavoring but the chicken was a little dry and hard to eat with the dish, I'm used to the chicken usually being more tender then what we got. The pork was nice and tender and went well with the rice and picked vegtebles. The inside is so nicely decorated and they have outside seating too. read more

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This place is like a whole experience floral ceilings, warm lighting, gold accents, and that food AMAZING!! What a gem of a place. From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was absolutely beautiful soft florals cascading from the ceiling, warm lighting, and the most inviting atmosphere. It feels like you've stepped into a little garden escape. The food was delicious flavorful, fresh, and truly authentic. Every dish was beautifully presented and packed with taste. But what made it even more special was the heart behind it. The "momma" of the restaurant was so sweet, warm, and welcoming. She made us feel like family and even hugged us goodbye. That kind of hospitality is rare and unforgettable. We left full, happy, and already planning our return. Highly recommend! read more

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Came back an additional two more times. They just needed some time to open. The food and service is good ! Please give them a try read more

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oh man . I used to live in Chiangmai and the food here reminds me the great old days there. Great food and great people:) Highly Recommended read more

Kinaree Eatery - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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We stopped in for breakfast after a walk along Quail trail. Lots of tasty choices, so we picked a sweet and savory dish to try. I enjoyed my soufflé pancakes, which were soft and freshly made. The fried chicken Benedict was delicious as well, with a more flavorful Béchamel sauce than most places. read more

Kinaree Eatery - Fried Chicken Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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Loved all the savory dishes! I especially loved the steak and eggs, usually when I order steaks from restaurants they give me small portions but I was pleasantly impressed with the amount of meat they gave me. I also ordered the souffle pancakes, I thought they just forgot to add the berries but found 2 small blueberries and a single raspberry in the back corner below a pancake. The pancakes weren't too sweet but knocked a star down because I wish it came with a couple more berries like I see in the photos read more

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Kinaree Eatery delivers authentic American &Thai flavors that truly stand out. The food is fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked, with just the right balance of spice and aroma. Every bite feels thoughtfully prepared. The menu offers plenty of options, whether you enjoy classic Thai dishes or want to try something new. Portions are generous, and the quality is consistent. The staff is polite, attentive, and always happy to help with recommendations. The restaurant has a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that makes it easy to enjoy your meal. If you're craving delicious Thai food made with care, Kinaree Eatery is a place you'll want to come back to again and again. read more

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My childhood best friend recommended we meet Here for lunch, after she went to Kinaree Eatery the week before. This Thai restaurant in her option is very authentic and she is from Thailand and we traveled together to Thailand in the past to visit her family. They serve both breakfast and lunch. And are known for their soufflé pancakes.. I ordered lunch and ordered Khao So, a rice noodle in curry broth with dried noodles, with chicken. One has choice of meat, and the chicken was a bone in thigh with skin on. A tasty dish I'd be tempted to order again. We got a side for the table of Sai Oua (Thai sausage made with minced pork, lemongrass, kaffic lime leaves, galangal, chill) served on a platter with sticky Rice, Nam prik num and pork crackling.( I pulled from their website). Due to my own allergies I normally don't eat sausage, but this I could and did. Delicious. My husband ordered the garlic prawn dish and LOvED it. My friend ordered a beef hotpot from which we had a taste. The dinning room was appealing and has pretty floral light fixtures, the staff were attentive; perhaps because my friend ordered in Thai and she ordered her dish how she wanted it. The staff here more than excited to see her thoughts. I'd love to return for breakfast read more

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Came out here with a friend and we did not expect to order as much as we did. For just two ladies, we ordered a feast. Appetizer (crab roll), three mains (khao soi, tom yum soup and crispy fish with apple salad), and a roti with coconut ice cream! Unfortunately I was only able to take a photo of the crispy fish because I couldn't wait to try everything and decided to put my hunger first than my phone. Service was very attentive and food came out in a timely manner. read more

Kinaree Eatery - Crispy Fish Apple Salad! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Really cute brunch restaurant! Great location in the Quail Hill Shopping Center. Tried their orange espresso - yummers! Also had the Crispy Belly and Belly Rice and waffle with bacon, along with the Soufflé Bacon and Egg. All their dishes had their own unique but very tasty flavor! read more

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First time my girlfriend and I went here. We went for brunch, and it was really good! First the service was really attentive and nice for being such a small corner restaurant. The decor was also quite pleasing and bright. As for the food: we got the holy chicken chili omelette, kinaree chicken and waffle, crab roll, and sweet roti. The portions were much bigger than I expected, and it was all so flavorful. The crab roll has a lot of crab and no filler. Totally worth it. Definitely will be coming back and recommending to others as a nice family share meal restaurant, even for breakfast/brunch! read more

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Kind service and generous portions. Flavors are all on point. Very unique breakfast concept for Thai cuisine but I dig it. Paid $108 for two drinks and 4 meals. We over ordered as usual but leftovers were still good. Definitely coming back. read more

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Good food, long wait! Came here on a Saturday afternoon around 2:00. We were seated right away; there were quite a few open tables since it was an off hour. Interior is super bright and colorful. They have a really cute floral display on the ceiling and some colorful artwork on the walls. Our order was taken quickly - I ordered the tom yum hot pot. We ended up waiting about 40 minutes for all our food. Would definitely recommend the tom yum hot pot! It came out boiling hot, and had a good variety of toppings inside: squid, fish balls, shrimp, pork belly, and mama noodles. Soup was really rich and savory. Overall it was a decent size portion, not too overwhelming but enough to fill me up. For $30, the price was a little high but it will be adding this place to my rotation! read more

Kinaree Eatery - tom yum hot pot - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California