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    Kiri Thai

    4.3 (130 reviews)
    ModerateThai, Noodles
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM

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    Good for kids

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    Mahi filet with Thai curry sauce
    Nina Z.

    Good flavors and menu options! Coming from the mainland it was nice to have some options for Thai food that I wouldn't be able to get back home like the mango curry, and the curry with ono or mahi options. I got the fish filet with Thai curry sauce and was very pleased! Pretty typical pricing for food in this area. Overall a good experience!

    Nhung M.

    Found this little gem by chance. The bf wanted sushi and I wanted Thai noodles, and lucky for us, the two just happened to be next to each other. Cute little restaurant tucked away in King K Mall with free parking. I had the spicy noodles with chicken, and picked the "hot" spice level. Let me tell you, it was so spicy I got a nose bleed. Food was fresh with mom in the back cooking. Mya was so helpful making her recommendations and even offered to bring more spicy sauce for my food. My nose said no tho. Food was authentic, service was fast and friendly would recommend and come back! It just felt real and that's what we wanted.

    Tom Yum
    Jeff B.

    My partner and I had dinner here the other night while staying at a nearby hotel. The place is pretty small and not fancy, but it's well lit and comfortable. We started with Chicken Satay. The appetizer comes with a peanut sauce (almost a paste) and a cider vinegar sauce. There were 4 large grilled chicken strips that were tender and flavorful. The sauces both were good and complemented the satay. We each got a soup. Both the Tom Yum and the Tom Kha were good. I prefer the veggie option to the chicken/meat option. The veggies were large pieces and crunchy. For entrees, I got the Green Curry (medium spice) with tofu and my partner got the Eggplant with Chicken dish (mild). We enjoyed both - I would have liked the tofu cooked a little more so that the outer coating was a bit crunchy, as opposed to soft. I think the medium spice level is good if you want a bit of heat, but not have the entree overwhelmed with spice. The service was good. Overall a solid Thai meal. If I lived in the area I likely would come back.

    Duck Noodle Soup
    Emma W.

    I ordered this on DoorDash so I'm unsure of the atmosphere/parking of the restaurant itself The broth to the duck noodle soup was super flavorful and tasty although I'd probably get beef next time. They packaged the veggies and noodles separate from the broth which I really appreciated and the bean sprouts had nice, fresh, vibrant flavor The crab rangoons were some of the best I've had with the best dipping sauce unlike the typical red sweet and sour you get at most restaurants. Good fried dough and full of plenty of filling I don't know that this will become a "go to" spot BUT I'd definitely go back!

    Summer Roll
    Kylie S.

    We arrived here (starving) around 7:40 pm on a Saturday, and Google said they closed at 8. However, the sign outside says they open til 8:30. It was pretty empty when we arrived, had a few takeout orders come and go. We ordered our food quickly and sat inside. Two more parties came in after us for dine in as well. Service was friendly. Food came out pretty quickly. We ordered the pad Thai with chicken (one spicy and one mild) summer rolls. I think my friend ordered the pad see ew. Everyone enjoyed their food! We thought there would be leftovers but we all ended up devouring our food in 15 min or so. I will note that the pad Thai had more of a tomatoey taste than I'm used to. But in retrospect I'd rather have it more flavorful than bland. Definitely a great place to grab some Thai food if you're in town. They have WiFi too!

    Lezlie K.

    Delicious! Best Thai in Kona (in my humble opinion). I swear there was only one cook, and still, the service was amazing. The kitchen is what I noticed first, like any regular home kitchen. Made it feel authentic and cozy. We started with the appetizer sampler. It featured thai style wings, crab rangoon, shrimp wraps, and spring rolls. Everything was good, but the shrimp wraps were definitely the star - crispy, tasty, and fun! I also ordered chicken red curry with sticky rice and pad see ew. Both were delicious, I was glad to have leftovers for the week!

    Local Mahi Mahi with green curry on a bed of vegetables- Background, pineapple curry with pork.
    Sarah K.

    Authentic, Fresh, and Warmly Welcoming -- A Must-Try in Kailua Kona! We had dinner at Kiri Thai last night and were absolutely blown away. This family-owned restaurant delivers the kind of authentic Thai flavors that instantly took us back to our travels in Thailand. Every dish was beautifully balanced -- light and fresh, yet full of depth and complexity. I ordered the local mahi mahi with green curry, and it was perfection -- tender fish in a silky, vibrant sauce with just the right amount of spice. My partner had the pineapple curry with pork (since they were sold out of mango), and it was equally delicious -- bright, comforting, and layered with flavor. As a double win, they have 4 different local beers from Ola Brewing on tap! Best beer we've had in Hawaii.... Ever. Our server, Maya, was incredibly gracious and kind, even though we arrived about 40 minutes before closing, right after what looked like a busy dinner rush. She made us feel completely welcome and never rushed. It's rare to find a place that combines authentic flavor, fresh local ingredients, and such genuine hospitality. We'll definitely be back next time we're in Kailua Kona!

    Basil leaves (lunch)
    Ivan S.

    Stopped by here to pick up some to-go lunch. They run $12.95 lunch special 11-2pm on weekdays, pretty much select items from regular menu and slightly smaller portions. I had basil leaves and thought it was very good value especially considering rather high prices in Kona overall. Full of flavor, I was a bit puzzled why it had so little basil though but nonetheless it was delicious. The place has both indoor and outdoor seating however indoor seating did not have air conditioning, something to consider!

    Veggie pad see ew
    Kelly S.

    What a delicious little spot in the Kona area! There isn't much seating inside and it's a seat yourself situation. The staff member who was working that night was alone for quite some time, so she was cooking, waiting on people and taking to-go orders. She handled it like a pro! The thai tea was absolutely delicious. I could have had a couple more. Definitely get that if you are looking for a sweet drink to go with your meal. I had the veggie pad see ew and it was also really tasty. The noodles were thinner than what I'm used to, but I really liked the whole dish and had no leftovers. Definitely recommend this spot if you are in this area!

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    Not great. We ordered shrimp pad Thai and got chicken. The food was sweeter than I like. Food was also a bit dry

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    Always love eating here when we drive over from Hilo. Never disappoints. Fresh. Ambiance is good too!

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    The place is a little muggy but cute and delicious. Had panang and pad Thai which were soooo good. Checked in on yelp for free Thai tea!

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