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Food 4.5/5 The boat noodle soup was delicious! They were generous on the meat and the meats were tender. The duck curry was pretty standard but had a lot of pineapples. Jasmine rice was too soft and sticky and didn't taste that great with the curry. The fried appetizer tasted like meatballs and would re-order! Service 4/5 Standard service with the water and check. Ambiance 3.5/5 It has an open kitchen in the front and a few tables in the back for seating. The ventilation isn't very good so it can get warm. It would be nice to for the dining area to be brighter and if the bathroom wasn't so close to the tables!
Sometimes wandering around the city I tend to pass a place you have frequent many times years ago and then decided to stop going because of other places which are so similar. It use to be the King of Thai Noodle and it was a good place to grab Thai food after drinking on Clement street. Today this restaurant is still a Thai restaurant but it isn't no longer a King of Thai Noodle. This location looks the same but it's now called Nakorn Thai. On a Summer stroll on the last weekend of July I landed at Nakorn Thai restaurant on Clement street. I wanted to try their Pad See Ew and noodles where fresh and the dish was tasty. I also got the beef curry and it was savory and the sauce had lots of flavor. My favorite dish was the Kao Pad Gai Tod . The Thai fried chicken was the best I had in the city. It was crispy and delicious. Lastly I got the mango sticky rice which was not too sweet with pieces of juicy mango. Overall a good place to grab some Thai food. So enjoy the sun in the "sky" it's almost the end of "July"so I wanted to "try"some new place to me for some food that's "Thai" Go on a Summer "stroll" and get a sour like some in SF with Tom Yum "bowl"and also get some noodles with some "Guay Tiew Yen Ta Fo" on Clement street in "San Francisco"
I ordered pickup by phone directly from Nakorn Thai because I like supporting local and avoiding delivery apps when possible/it makes sense. I went with the #21 Kao Gra Prow with pork and added a fried egg, since it seemed like a popular choice, and the person who took my order was very nice and even helped recommend a spice level. I went with medium, and when I mentioned that I like spice, she also offered to include some of their available spicy sauces, which I appreciated. Overall, the flavors were good, but not especially memorable for me. I was expecting a lot more of that savory punchiness I love in Thai food, but everything tasted a bit muted. The medium spice level was also very mild, so if you enjoy heat I would definitely recommend going with at least hot. One thing that did disappoint me was the pricing. I ordered directly because I wanted to avoid the app markups, but I was still charged more than the price listed on their website. The item I ordered was shown as $18, but I was charged $21, which felt misleading. They should either keep the online menu updated or remove the prices altogether so there is no confusion. Overall, it was a decent meal with friendly service, but between the muted flavors and the pricing issue, I'm not sure I would go back to try other items as perhaps I ordered the wrong thing.
What a find this little restaurant was for us. In the Sunset & Richmond districts are a plethora of Thai restaurants and today we chose to try Nakorn. Definitely a kind of a hole in the wall, which is usually my favorite kind of restaurant. The open kitchen upon us entering was nice to see, and the cooks were extremely welcoming. We started off with our Thai iced tea, which were quite good. We decided to each get something different so we could share. I had the red curry with vegetables and tofu. My other friend had Tom kha kai soup and the other person had a peanut curry. ALL were delicious bursting with flavor. I'm excited to have my leftovers for dinner tonight. The prices are quite reasonable and the portions large. I would definitely return to this spot again if in the area.
I love it when I discover a restaurant while walking around. My friend and I were walking around Clement Street in San Francisco and stumbled upon Nakorn Thai. The restaurant smelled so good from the street and we decided to try it out. My friend and I ordered the tom kha soup, fried chicken over fried rice and Thai iced tea. OMG, when the staff brought out the food, our jaws dropped! The bowls and plates are huge! My friend was visiting from Texas so he is use to large portions but he was still surprised of how big the portions are. The tom kha was creamy, hearty and had great flavor. It was loaded and I really enjoyed it. The Thai iced tea was large and I cannot believe I found one in San Francisco that is under $5! Creamy, fragrant and so good! The star of the night was the fried chicken over fried rice. Lots of crispy fried chicken and lots of fried rice. The portion size can easily feed 2 people and it was so good! One of my favorites in San Francisco now. The owners are a husband and wife team and they were very friendly and nice. I definitely will come back to try more of their items and this is definitely a hidden gem on Clement Street!
A super duper new clean hole-in-the wall Thai restaurant on the iconic foodie land of clement street! I decided to give this place a try after seeing positive reviews and I was not let down! We were served by the most loveliest family-esque server. Nakorn has your Thai restaurant staples from pad Thai to pad see ew, curries and a lot of authentic noodle soups, special dishes I'll come back for another day. On to the great food .... Kao Gra Pow A very very super fragrant herbaceous beef basil dish. My mind was very blown when I took my first bite with how moist the beef was with the generous amount of white rice! Easily shareable amongst two unless you want to ravage the plate for your self and be full Pad See Ew It has your tamarind umami sweetness that makes or breaks a Thai noodle stir fry dish. We opted for medium spicey (ask for 'Thai spicy' and you'll be in for a sinus cleanse!) a great balance of veggies along with pieces of soft tender fried tofu! A must get for the table unless you're in team pad Thai
Cute little restaurant on busy Clement street. My fiancé was getting a massage near by so I walked over for a bite. I was greeted right away and seated. Place was clean and I like how you are able to see the kitchen as soon as you walk in. Almost gives it a street vendor vibe. There was a lot on the menu but not too much where it felt overwhelming. I order the chicken satay and red pumpkin curry with chicken and jasmine rice. Spice levels was perfect I could of gone a little lore spicer but overall it was delicious. Peanut sauce was amazing. I think I've door dash from here before and the food was just as good. Would definitely come back and try some crab cakes when I'm not pregnant .
I was looking to grab a late lunch before visiting the de Young Museum, and found Nakorn Thai SF on Yelp. This spot is really discreet - we nearly walked right by it. The entrance basically leads into the kitchen, and you have to walk through to get to the tiny seating area. Service was quick and efficient, and the ambiance was super casual. For drinks, my partner and I both ordered hot Green Tea. We got two entrees to share - the Yellow Curry with Chicken and Shrimp Pad Thai. I liked the flavor of the Pad Thai, and the non-traditional noodles. These were thinner and stickier that what I was used to, but worked well in the dish. The Yellow Curry wasn't very thick and had a nice flavor. I wish there were some more veggies in it, in addition to the potato and chicken. Overall, a good option for a quick, reasonably-priced meal!
Love all the options of noodles and fresh food. Great spot to by for fast service and to go as well
The food is good, I finally got to eat Radnar , the noodles were slightly overcooked and it was a little soupy, I am used to the creamy sauce., and noodles with some bite to it . The fishcake had a little kick to it and it was tasty. The service is excellent. They made sure everything is fine. Coming often to check. The back part if the restaurant had the tables and chairs. It was a little bit tight for maneuvering around. The restroom was very clean and it smelled good. I recommend visiting them for good service and good food.
There are several reasons why we enjoyed our first visit to Nakorn Thai SF. First of all, it's definitely a hole-in-the-wall. And we love supporting small businesses. The kitchen is at the entrance on the right. That's where all the action is! Entering the long narrow aisle to the seating area is like falling into the rabbit hole in Alice in Wonderland. Once inside, the restaurant is magical. Everyone is enjoying their food. Everyone (well at least when we were there) were extremely neighborhood friendly sharing stories. It was so difficult to pick what to have for lunch since the menu is so extensive. The owner Nakorn was serving fragrant dishes to each table and it was like eye candy passing by every minute. Ugh, we wanted to order everything. The dishes were captivating. We decided to keep it simple and order Shrimp Pad Thai and Beef Pad Kee Mao. Nakorn asked me how spicy I would like my Pad Kee Mao. He said medium is 3 and it goes to 6. I said "Let's try 4. I like spicy." It was delicious, but painfully spicy where we had beads of sweat coming down the sides of our forehead. Hahaha! Jokes on me. But, it was well worth it. We finished our Valentines Day lunch with the mango sticky rice that hit the spot. Next time... no sharing! :) Nakorn had a little break where he told us that he doesn't even have a freezer. Everything is bought fresh every morning and from the local stores near his restaurant. Voila! Even more reason to support this gem of a restaurant. Nakorn supports small businesses and so here we are just playing it forward. Thank you, Nakorn, for the yum! We will definitely return.
Probably one of my favorite Thai restaurants located in the Inner Richmond on Clement street. For me to drive from the peninsula to get takeout here says volumes. Yes, Champa Gardens in the Ingleside is closer as well as Khao Tieu in the Parkside of which both are very good (slight nod to the latter) but something about Nakorn Thai makes me wanting to come back as I have come here years before when the ownership split off. Quality and quantity of my entree has always been consistent. We have dined in and done take out as shown. Depending on what time you do take out, entrees will take 15-20 minutes. Highly recommend for some reasonably priced Thai food.
2 months ago
So good The food was soo good and the people working there were extremely nice and provided great service! I'll be back again read more
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Food 4.5/5 The boat noodle soup was delicious! They were generous on the meat and the meats were tender. The duck curry was pretty standard but had a lot of pineapples. Jasmine rice was too soft and sticky and didn't taste that great with the curry. The fried appetizer tasted like meatballs and would re-order! Service 4/5 Standard service with the water and check. Ambiance 3.5/5 It has an open kitchen in the front and a few tables in the back for seating. The ventilation isn't very good so it can get warm. It would be nice to for the dining area to be brighter and if the bathroom wasn't so close to the tables! read more
Sometimes wandering around the city I tend to pass a place you have frequent many times years ago and then decided to stop going because of other places which are so similar. It use to be the King of Thai Noodle and it was a good place to grab Thai food after drinking on Clement street. Today this restaurant is still a Thai restaurant but it isn't no longer a King of Thai Noodle. This location looks the same but it's now called Nakorn Thai. On a Summer stroll on the last weekend of July I landed at Nakorn Thai restaurant on Clement street. I wanted to try their Pad See Ew and noodles where fresh and the dish was tasty. I also got the beef curry and it was savory and the sauce had lots of flavor. My favorite dish was the Kao Pad Gai Tod . The Thai fried chicken was the best I had in the city. It was crispy and delicious. Lastly I got the mango sticky rice which was not too sweet with pieces of juicy mango. Overall a good place to grab some Thai food. So enjoy the sun in the "sky" it's almost the end of "July"so I wanted to "try"some new place to me for some food that's "Thai" Go on a Summer "stroll" and get a sour like some in SF with Tom Yum "bowl"and also get some noodles with some "Guay Tiew Yen Ta Fo" on Clement street in "San Francisco" read more
I ordered pickup by phone directly from Nakorn Thai because I like supporting local and avoiding delivery apps when possible/it makes sense. I went with the #21 Kao Gra Prow with pork and added a fried egg, since it seemed like a popular choice, and the person who took my order was very nice and even helped recommend a spice level. I went with medium, and when I mentioned that I like spice, she also offered to include some of their available spicy sauces, which I appreciated. Overall, the flavors were good, but not especially memorable for me. I was expecting a lot more of that savory punchiness I love in Thai food, but everything tasted a bit muted. The medium spice level was also very mild, so if you enjoy heat I would definitely recommend going with at least hot. One thing that did disappoint me was the pricing. I ordered directly because I wanted to avoid the app markups, but I was still charged more than the price listed on their website. The item I ordered was shown as $18, but I was charged $21, which felt misleading. They should either keep the online menu updated or remove the prices altogether so there is no confusion. Overall, it was a decent meal with friendly service, but between the muted flavors and the pricing issue, I'm not sure I would go back to try other items as perhaps I ordered the wrong thing. read more
3 months ago
What a find this little restaurant was for us. In the Sunset & Richmond districts are a plethora of Thai restaurants and today we chose to try Nakorn. Definitely a kind of a hole in the wall, which is usually my favorite kind of restaurant. The open kitchen upon us entering was nice to see, and the cooks were extremely welcoming. We started off with our Thai iced tea, which were quite good. We decided to each get something different so we could share. I had the red curry with vegetables and tofu. My other friend had Tom kha kai soup and the other person had a peanut curry. ALL were delicious bursting with flavor. I'm excited to have my leftovers for dinner tonight. The prices are quite reasonable and the portions large. I would definitely return to this spot again if in the area. read more
7 months ago
I love it when I discover a restaurant while walking around. My friend and I were walking around Clement Street in San Francisco and stumbled upon Nakorn Thai. The restaurant smelled so good from the street and we decided to try it out. My friend and I ordered the tom kha soup, fried chicken over fried rice and Thai iced tea. OMG, when the staff brought out the food, our jaws dropped! The bowls and plates are huge! My friend was visiting from Texas so he is use to large portions but he was still surprised of how big the portions are. The tom kha was creamy, hearty and had great flavor. It was loaded and I really enjoyed it. The Thai iced tea was large and I cannot believe I found one in San Francisco that is under $5! Creamy, fragrant and so good! The star of the night was the fried chicken over fried rice. Lots of crispy fried chicken and lots of fried rice. The portion size can easily feed 2 people and it was so good! One of my favorites in San Francisco now. The owners are a husband and wife team and they were very friendly and nice. I definitely will come back to try more of their items and this is definitely a hidden gem on Clement Street! read more
A super duper new clean hole-in-the wall Thai restaurant on the iconic foodie land of clement street! I decided to give this place a try after seeing positive reviews and I was not let down! We were served by the most loveliest family-esque server. Nakorn has your Thai restaurant staples from pad Thai to pad see ew, curries and a lot of authentic noodle soups, special dishes I'll come back for another day. On to the great food .... Kao Gra Pow A very very super fragrant herbaceous beef basil dish. My mind was very blown when I took my first bite with how moist the beef was with the generous amount of white rice! Easily shareable amongst two unless you want to ravage the plate for your self and be full Pad See Ew It has your tamarind umami sweetness that makes or breaks a Thai noodle stir fry dish. We opted for medium spicey (ask for 'Thai spicy' and you'll be in for a sinus cleanse!) a great balance of veggies along with pieces of soft tender fried tofu! A must get for the table unless you're in team pad Thai read more
Cute little restaurant on busy Clement street. My fiancé was getting a massage near by so I walked over for a bite. I was greeted right away and seated. Place was clean and I like how you are able to see the kitchen as soon as you walk in. Almost gives it a street vendor vibe. There was a lot on the menu but not too much where it felt overwhelming. I order the chicken satay and red pumpkin curry with chicken and jasmine rice. Spice levels was perfect I could of gone a little lore spicer but overall it was delicious. Peanut sauce was amazing. I think I've door dash from here before and the food was just as good. Would definitely come back and try some crab cakes when I'm not pregnant . read more
I was looking to grab a late lunch before visiting the de Young Museum, and found Nakorn Thai SF on Yelp. This spot is really discreet - we nearly walked right by it. The entrance basically leads into the kitchen, and you have to walk through to get to the tiny seating area. Service was quick and efficient, and the ambiance was super casual. For drinks, my partner and I both ordered hot Green Tea. We got two entrees to share - the Yellow Curry with Chicken and Shrimp Pad Thai. I liked the flavor of the Pad Thai, and the non-traditional noodles. These were thinner and stickier that what I was used to, but worked well in the dish. The Yellow Curry wasn't very thick and had a nice flavor. I wish there were some more veggies in it, in addition to the potato and chicken. Overall, a good option for a quick, reasonably-priced meal! read more
1 month ago
Love all the options of noodles and fresh food. Great spot to by for fast service and to go as well read more
The food is good, I finally got to eat Radnar , the noodles were slightly overcooked and it was a little soupy, I am used to the creamy sauce., and noodles with some bite to it . The fishcake had a little kick to it and it was tasty. The service is excellent. They made sure everything is fine. Coming often to check. The back part if the restaurant had the tables and chairs. It was a little bit tight for maneuvering around. The restroom was very clean and it smelled good. I recommend visiting them for good service and good food. read more
4 months ago
There are several reasons why we enjoyed our first visit to Nakorn Thai SF. First of all, it's definitely a hole-in-the-wall. And we love supporting small businesses. The kitchen is at the entrance on the right. That's where all the action is! Entering the long narrow aisle to the seating area is like falling into the rabbit hole in Alice in Wonderland. Once inside, the restaurant is magical. Everyone is enjoying their food. Everyone (well at least when we were there) were extremely neighborhood friendly sharing stories. It was so difficult to pick what to have for lunch since the menu is so extensive. The owner Nakorn was serving fragrant dishes to each table and it was like eye candy passing by every minute. Ugh, we wanted to order everything. The dishes were captivating. We decided to keep it simple and order Shrimp Pad Thai and Beef Pad Kee Mao. Nakorn asked me how spicy I would like my Pad Kee Mao. He said medium is 3 and it goes to 6. I said "Let's try 4. I like spicy." It was delicious, but painfully spicy where we had beads of sweat coming down the sides of our forehead. Hahaha! Jokes on me. But, it was well worth it. We finished our Valentines Day lunch with the mango sticky rice that hit the spot. Next time... no sharing! :) Nakorn had a little break where he told us that he doesn't even have a freezer. Everything is bought fresh every morning and from the local stores near his restaurant. Voila! Even more reason to support this gem of a restaurant. Nakorn supports small businesses and so here we are just playing it forward. Thank you, Nakorn, for the yum! We will definitely return. read more
9 months ago
Probably one of my favorite Thai restaurants located in the Inner Richmond on Clement street. For me to drive from the peninsula to get takeout here says volumes. Yes, Champa Gardens in the Ingleside is closer as well as Khao Tieu in the Parkside of which both are very good (slight nod to the latter) but something about Nakorn Thai makes me wanting to come back as I have come here years before when the ownership split off. Quality and quantity of my entree has always been consistent. We have dined in and done take out as shown. Depending on what time you do take out, entrees will take 15-20 minutes. Highly recommend for some reasonably priced Thai food. read more
1 month ago
Great food and great service. Here on clement st, I don't usually consider Thai food but I was willing to try it after walking around during the Moon Cake Festival. All the regulars here seem to always come back and I understand why. Highly recommended! read more
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Really small Thai place - and frankly looks like an alley walking up, but the food here is super affordable and the portions are unbelievable. Food came out quick and I really enjoyed the #4 beef noodles dish. I've never had that soup before, and I think I could see myself craving it relatively often. During the middle of the meal, someone opened the rice cooker with a fresh batch of rice and the aroma filled the entire place really cozily. Would def go back. read more
4 months ago
4 months ago
So... Nakorn Thai SF replaces KOT #1 where I had repeatedly the best meal of my life, the beef stew with flat noodles. I returned to find the interior of this hole in the wall restaurant intact and the menu very similar to the old one including favorites like the pineapple rice and pumpkin curry and my beloved noodle dish. On first slurp I found the broth a little less sweet with palm sugar, maybe not a bad thing. I asked for the fish sauce/chili special sauce which is not on the table because it could instantly ruin a meal for the unwary and was glad it was still available. Once I had spooned the small portion (probably not much more than a tablespoon) into my soup I was on familiar ground. The stew meat could use a little more seasoning while stewing, otherwise no complaints. Plenty of noodles and the weird body parts that make this dish special. I am so happy to give Nikon Thai SF five stars and look forward to a return visit. I hope the transition was smooth to the new owner and good karma is on hand for all involved, both current and former participants. read more
2 years ago
Bangin Hole in the wall on clement with some genuinely authentic and tasty Thai food. We came on a Tuesday during lunch hours and the place was pretty empty. The waitress was on her A game and was attentive to us and the 3 other tables. The pad kee mao and the Tom yum soup were delicious. The food was well flavored and didn't need the extra spices they provided. Total came out to around $45 and was well worth the portions and experience. Will definitely be back read more
1 year ago
The food is awesome, very tasty and nice service! I definitely recommend it and coming back soon! read more
10 months ago
No nonsense, no frills - great Thai Food, at great price. Quick and efficient service. Street food ambience. No alcohol: But, if you want authentic - Thai flavours without fanfare.. this is a place to try. My recommendation- Roasted duck in red curry. read more
#900. Nakorn Thai occupied the former King Thai #1 on Clement St. They brought the business from the original owner and kept the same menu (or slightly updated) for the many regulars that frequent this restaurant. We found them to be friendly and the food delicious. Ambiance is one of a small restaurant with minimal decor. Looking forward to trying new menu additions in the next visits. read more
1 year ago
Found this place In the middle of essentially Chinatown. Was greeted by the entire staff which I thought was pretty amazing! I was in a rush so I placed my order and payed the cashier. Whale I was waiting, I was taking photos of the menu. Not even 5 minutes later my meal was done and the cashier was bringing it out to me. Quick and friendly service, what more can you ask for? Oh yea, the food is pretty amazing! I ordered the #17 the pad kee mao medium spicy. Pretty fire!!! I love it, highly recommended!! Check em out when yall get a chance! read more
Amazing food, great restaurant, and friendly service! Right once you walk in you go right past the kitchen, which looked to be super clean and full of fresh ingredients. The dining area in the back wasn't too large, and felt nice and cozy and unique for a restaurant. The service was speedy and friendly, and the prices are extremely reasonable given the quality of the food. To eat, we ordered the following: -Pad Kee Mao -Pad Prik Khing -Pineapple Fried Rice All three were delicious, but the noodles were definitely the best dish. They all had so much flavor and every bite was delicious. I would definitely come back! read more
2 years ago
Very small restaurant located in the heart of Clement neighborhood. Food tastes great and so many varieties of Thai food. Service was excellent and friendly with the reasonable prices. Highly recommended!! read more
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8 months ago
Best Pad Kra Pao I recall having in the city. My goto whether in Bangkok or SF, and typically add the fried egg or two. All was perfect from the egg to the rice and all in between. read more
2 years ago
Wasn't this the original location of King of Thai? That's how I remember it... Has the delicious King of Thai disappeared now?? Anyway, I came here with the wrong expectations, but even though it was an open-run and we were pressed for time, I still have fond memories of the tasty meal! Overall, the food was pretty good, and my wife said the seafood noodle soup was really tasty. read more
1 year ago
We were welcomed by the nicest people in the area, they greeted us with smiles and showed us to our table. The food was also exceptional and fresh, our deep fried ground pork and crab roll, roasted duck red curry and cashew chicken came piping hot, and all the dishes were absolutely delicious! The price point is also quite good, as most dishes comes with rice or noodles. There are a total of 7 tables inside, so it is cozy and gives off a neighborhood vibe. They were all so great even greeting us as we left. We will definitely come back to try more. read more
Overview: We called in our order... and it was ready in 20 minutes. Taste almost like home cooking. Meal/Time: Dinner/Sunday 5PM Decor/Atmosphere: Narrow and cozy, feels like a diner. As you walk in, the open kitchen is to your right by the door. You can see them prepare your food...but the entrance way is a bit narrow. Restaurant was very clean; all the tables were cleared/ Service/ Front of the House: Greeted immediately and made to feel like home Service/Serving Staff: N/A Food: Pad Thai - Shrimp Good Balance of sweet and a bit of tangy. Really good flavor I really like the fried tofu. The bean sprouts and peanuts gave a nice crunch to the dish/ Pork Belly with Chinese broccoli (Gai Lon) with garlic. You cannot go wrong with crispy pork belly. The gai lon was a bit on the stringy side. Really good garlicky sauce... really goes well with white rice Kao Gra Prow - minced pork Stir fried with bell peppers and basil. You can really taste the basil. Awesome flavor... please note... if you do not handle spicy heat, ask for this dish to be mild or no heat at all. Kao Pad Ped - Duck Fried Rice Love duck... roast duck chunks... fried eggs and onions. I had to share this dish with my youngest son... it was almost a fight, he really likes duck and this was a dish for him. Value: pretty good value for the quality and quantity. Less than $20 per dish. Restroom: Did not check Will I come back?: Yes.. really good Thai food. read more
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