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    4.2 (22 reviews)
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    spicy grilled beef salad
    Nadine F.

    I've gone back and forth between writing my 5-star review, not because I don't think Paddler deserves it, but because I'm worried about no longer being able to come here whenever I want because it's too busy!! It's a cute, small shop with fun, boat-themed decor (bonus, they left their Christmas decorations up for a while which I am 1000% a fan of haha) I hesitate no more because Paddler has been my north star for Thai food and the people need to know how good this place is. Bonus, the staff is so incredibly nice as well! I personally think that Thai Boat Noodles (guaytiew rua) is underrated and deserves way more recognition as a dish and will happily introduce people to this dish if they're meat eaters! For folks unfamiliar with Southeast Asian food, I describe thai boat noodles as very herb-forward. And it's ah-may-zing. So yeah, if you're coming here, definitely get the Boat Noodles! Traditionally, the soup version is typically with Sen Lek, which at this place is medium rice noodle. Whenever I get the dry boat noodles, I get it with the egg noodle because it truly soaks up all that delicious sauce at the bottom of your bowl (pro tip: mix it up before you eat!!!) But honestly, you can't really go wrong with your noodle choice. It's truly up to whatever noodle you prefer! They also have Lime Thai Tea which is SO refreshing! Other things I've ordered here are: - Moo Yang w/ sticky rice (YUMMMM super nostalgic for me) - Fresh Rolls (to get that veggie fix) - Spicy Grilled Beef Salad (also herb forward. I love SEA herbs!) - Hoi Tod Skillet (super nostalgic dish for me as well!)

    Thai boat noodles with beef
    Jacqueline M.

    Great meal at Paddler! The boat noodles has a flavourful broth and lots of toppings. The crisp fried quail wontons are okay, nothing mind blowing. Our group all agreed that Moo yang was a great appetizer with the charred grilled pork belly paired with fragrant sticky rice.

    Beef boat noodles
    Wendy H.

    What an amazing hidden gem! Stumbled upon this Thai restaurant and I think I found my new favourite Thai place in the GTA! We ordered the beef boat noodles, Tom yum noodles, mango sticky rice and Thai iced tea - everything was perfection. The beef boat noodles was 5/5 - so flavourful, the best boat noodles I've ever had outside of Thailand, maybe even including Thailand. Tom yum also 5/5, mango sticky rice 4/5, very yummy but could use more mango for the amount of rice. Thai iced tea 5/5 - hits the spot for me. We came on a Sunday night and didn't need to wait (not a huge restaurant, 10-15 tables), service was fast and speedy. Can't wait to come back (again and again) to try more menu items, I already know this is going to be a staple for me!

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    Carmen G.

    Strong packed flavours in a homey mom & pop restaurant. Came on a Sunday evening and the restaurant was filled. The restaurant is small and can occupy around 18-20 people. The front of house is managed by one woman who really does it all! She was super friendly in greeting our party of 8 and gave recommendations on dishes we should order - all while giving us huge smiles :) (greatly appreciated!). Came here for their boat noodles but fell in love with their pad thai. Never had boat noodles before so I cannot comment on what they should actually taste like. However, the taste of the boat noodles here were very strong and herby. Don't get me wrong, it did not taste bad. It was just too strong for my palette. Other people in my party really enjoyed the boat noodles and stated it was comparable to those found in Thailand, so give it a go! 7.5/10 The pad thai on the other hand was delicious. The perfect tang and saucey consistency is what got me. The noodles were cooked to perfection and the tofu and chicken toppings I chose were a great pairing. Still thinking about this dish right now - YUM! 9.5/10 Mango sticky rice is also a must. A warm sticky rice with condensed milk and mango chunks to finish off your meal. 8.5/10 Can't wait to come back to try their other dishes. Other people got dishes that also looked and smelled fantastic.

    Green curry
    Michelle T.

    Never been to Thailand but every dish was amazing.... If I had to pick a favourite it would be the pad si-ew. The green curry was very flavourful and had a small kick. The boat noodle was something I've never had before; it was different and exciting. The pad si-ew was perfect blend of savoury, sweet, tangy and "wok hei" (aka breath of the wok). Each dish came with a lot of protein. They're allergy friendly and the staff was great. Will definitely come back for more and try other dishes.

    Gabriel S.

    Thai boat noodles (pork) were excellent: rich broth with generous toppings & a little kick. The pork meat was extremely tender. They could have a bit more noodles though. The beef version was good too, though pork was better. Thai iced tea with milk was excellent: rich with a good herbal taste. Mango sticky rice was pretty good, with fragrant coconut sauce.

    Pad Thai (chicken)
    Geraldine G.

    Had a hankering to try some place new and came across Paddler. Ordered a couple classics so it's easy to compare to others I have tried. Ordered the chicken Pad Thai and chicken green curry. Loved the green curry. It's a little spicier than I normally like but tasty. The pad Thai was okay but until I noticed this bitter taste after each bite. It's a definitely a promising spot!!

    Beef boat noodle soup

    Boat noodle soup is very unique. You can choose the toppings and noodles you like. Highly recommended

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    Great food, good service recommended! Boat noodles soup and pad si ew so delicious, you must try!

    Signature Thai Boat noodle soap with beef and medium rice noodles

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    It's difficult to find Thai Boat Noodles, and these are DELICIOUS. I come here every time I visit Toronto!

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    555 Boat Noodles

    555 Boat Noodles

    4.3(50 reviews)
    5.6 kmBay Street Corridor, Downtown Core

    Located inside a cute Thai market and ended up being one of my favorite meals. We came on a Friday…read morenight and it wasn't too busy, so we were seated right away. The restaurant has a lot of smaller tables, making it feel cozy, and the service was super friendly. I ordered the dry boat noodles with egg noodles and they were so good. The side of broth was absolutely amazing and honestly one of the best parts of the meal. Rich, flavorful, and so comforting. I kept alternating between bites of noodles and sips of broth. There was chili oil on the table, and I definitely got a little carried away. It was seriously spicy, but somehow I couldn't stop eating. My mouth was on fire, but every bite made me want another. Even after leaving, I kept thinking about those noodles. I also liked that there are several noodle options to choose from depending on what texture you're craving. Between the delicious food, great broth, and kind service, this is definitely a spot I'd come back to again.

    When this place first opened up, I saw lots of videos about it on social media. After that, my…read morefriend tried it and raved about it very much and so we went. The noodle soups caught my attention so I got tom yum seafood noodles. Happy with the amount of seafood there was in the bowl. I was so surprised at how rich the broth was like wow. It got to the point where I was slurping and choked a few times that left my throat burning a bit haha. I like that they offer two sizes and condiments on the side as well. Service was higher than standard. I like the other things this restaurant offers by the entrance. I also got a Thai inhaler stick there and it works like a charm.

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    555 Boat Noodles - Coconut Custard

    Coconut Custard

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    Lao Lao Bar - Mango with pandan sticky rice

    Lao Lao Bar

    4.3(166 reviews)
    5.6 kmBay Street Corridor, Downtown Core

    For many in our party of five, this was their first meal in Toronto (it was my first dinner). Most…read moreof them said this really set the bar high for meals in Toronto especially since we were going to Niagara the next day and they expected mediocre touristy food. We ordered the tapioca dumplings, papaya fritters, beef massaman curry, nam khao, drunken noodles w chicken, mok pa, and watermelon salad. Overall I think the food was good although some items were a skip (drunken noodles and watermelon salad). For a cheaper price I've had more delicious drunken noodles, these were just fine. The watermelon salad was literally cut watermelon lol please. However, the rest of the food was really good. My top three items were the tapioca dumplings, nam khao, and beef massaman curry, in that order. I have had delicious tapioca dumplings in Madison, WI and have been chasing those item for years now and this really delivered. I love nam khao and have had various versions - this isn't the best I've had (I had a phenomenal one in Chicago) but it was still sooooo good. Beef massaman curry exceeded my (low/neutral) expectations. Service was incredible, the waitress was so nice and helpful. It is a fun decor in there as well and so much bigger than I thought it would be (tbf I didn't have a specific expectation, but it does have many rooms).

    I'm definitely coming back here!…read more We ordered the Tapioca dumplings, the beef messemen curry, and the mango and purple sticky rice. Wow! It was all so tasty. The tapioca dumplings are unlike anything I've tasted before. They serve it with a side of lettuce, mint and peanuts. I liked the dumplings better without the sides they served! The lettuce and other add ons dim the flavors of the dumplings. So I prefer just eating the dumplings straight on. The Messemen curry was so flavorful and the beef was so tender! I'm a big fan. If you're a fan of Thai curries then you'll definitely like this! The Mango purple sticky rice dessert was also really tasty! It had a tasty coconut sorbet and it all went really well together. Service was good, food came out quickly, vibes were good. No complaints here!

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    Lao Lao Bar - Main dining room

    Main dining room

    Lao Lao Bar - Green Papaya fritters. Must order.

    Green Papaya fritters. Must order.

    Lao Lao Bar - Cocktail and glass of Cabernet Sauvignon

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    Cocktail and glass of Cabernet Sauvignon

    Koh Lipe - Pad thai

    Koh Lipe

    4.1(395 reviews)
    4.6 kmDowntown Core
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    A bit on the pricier end, but the food was great so I can't complain!…read more The gai lan with pork belly was my favorite! It was garlicky and the pork belly was still crispy. I would probably try the tofu option next time though as the pork belly was a bit too heavy/fatty for me. Not pictured, but we also got a lychee lime juice which was refreshing and not too sweet. It had a very natural and not artificial lychee flavor which stood out to me. Our server was also super friendly and attentive. He was quick to collect our food ordef and it also came out in a timely manner. He also checked in on us regularly. We had a reservation so we did not have an issue with the wait. If you're in a time crunch I would definitely consider making a res.

    Went here for a quick lunch yesterday, and as always, this place is cute and delicious! Hadn't…read morebeen in awhile, grateful to return! Sat on the patio since the sun was shining and good moods all around! We got there juuuuuust before the lunchtime crowd started. It does get busy, small line ups at time. We kept it simple and ordered Pad See Ew and a chicken curry (spicy) The Pad See Ew was order with tofu and it was yummy. The noodles were the perfect chewy, the sauce was an instant love of umami goodness The chicken curry was flavourful and spicy and trust, there were lots of chicken in it. Service was quick and friendly, the food - fabulous, the atmosphere was fun. Can see why several years awards a Michelin star.

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    Koh Lipe - Hanging fish in the interior.

    Hanging fish in the interior.

    Koh Lipe - Luok Jhim  (Steamed Shrimp, Mussels, Squid & Fish with Chili Lime Saucehttps://www.instagram.com/the.wanderin.foodie/)

    Luok Jhim (Steamed Shrimp, Mussels, Squid & Fish with Chili Lime Saucehttps://www.instagram.com/the.wanderin.foodie/)

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    Som Tum Jinda - Tum Mae Jeab

    Som Tum Jinda

    4.3(92 reviews)
    5.9 kmChurch-Yonge Corridor, Downtown Core

    So busy on a Thursday! Not a big place but filled with people. Their known for their papaya salads…read moreand get ready for some heat! Lol Food is good here. But when it gets busy, service is lacking.

    We made a reservation for a weekday lunch. The restaurant was busy but not packed…read more I definitely recommend ordering to share rather than eating only one of something. I found the dishes to be quite heavy-handed on the seasoning (borderline too salty), so the variety helps. Panang Curry - very flavorful, slightly sweet, and very savory. Had a nice kick to it! Som Tum Tod (fried papaya salad) - ordered it because it was their signature but I thought it was too salty and crunchy. And I got kind of tired of the fried aspect of it. Wished I ordered the fresh papaya salad instead. The heat and garlic is nice though. Decently sized portion so you can share it with the whole table. Pad Woonsen Cha-Om (Minced Pork & glass noodle, egg, garlic and acacia leaves) - my first time trying this dish! It was really good! It kind of filled the role of "fried rice" to me, mellowing out all of the stronger flavours of the other dishes. Still quite flavourful on its own too. Felt like a Thai-spin on the Korean dish, Japchae. Kai Yang (grilled chicken) - oh my gosh the sauce this chicken comes with is TO DIE FOR. I want to buy it or learn how to make it. It's so fragrant, fresh, spicy, aromatic, and just the right amount of fishy and acidic. We were very full sharing these 4 dishes between 3 people. For the fact that this is Michelin Bib Gourmand, I think it is well-priced and a great place to try!

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    Som Tum Jinda - Interior

    Interior

    Som Tum Jinda - Fried frog legs

    Fried frog legs

    Som Tum Jinda - Mango mojito

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    Mango mojito

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