absolutely amazing! tried something new today, the service was very helpful and welcoming. food tasted great as always! read more

Thai Kitchen - KS 14. Khao Soi Noodles - Thai Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

I was excited about this place, reading about their willingness to make meals vegan and their unique authenticity in a sea full of Thai restaurants. I tried the pad thai and was delighted by the mound of food and the overall presentation. It looked phenomenal, but that's about it. It was probably the most lackluster dish I've had under the label of "pad thai". There simply wasn't much flavor. I powered through my main dish but really enjoyed what my boyfriend ordered, the coconut curry soup. Now THAT was beyond delicious! The layered flavors from the coconut milk and curry were complemented by the added spice. That small taste of soup changed the trajectory of my meal. Then, wrapping up with dessert, the mango with sticky rice was amazing! Simplicity wins with this dessert. It wasn't overly sweet and made me feel virtuous, you know, fruit (with rice) for dessert isn't so bad...Right?! read more

Thai Kitchen - Mango sticky rice - Thai Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

See all

My boyfriend and I decided to come here for a casual date night based on the reviews by fellow yelpers. I don't know what traditional Thai food is like but I do know what good Thai food tastes like and this place hit the mark. This place is extremely affordable. We ordered the spring rolls, a small soup and 2 entrees and our bill was $30! The Tom Kar soup was very flavorful and really hit the spot even on a hot summer day. The spice level was perfect. I ordered the Pad Se Ew with combination meat with a level 3 spice and ate all of it! I could probably eat that dish everyday! The spice level was perfect for me and the soy sauce was perfect and not too salty. My boyfriend ordered the Pad Woon-Sen and while he enjoyed it he had wished there was a little bit more flavor like my dish had. Overall our food was delicious and we will be back! *Quick shout out to the yelpers who wrote about the spice levels being hotter than most places, I think you saved us from ordering something we wouldn't have been able to eat! read more

If you like atmosphere in a restaurant, then you're out of luck. This is like dining in someone's living room. It's small (I think there are five tables total), you can hear the clatter of the kitchen, and one time an errant air conditioner dripped down my back the whole time. On more than one occasion they've seemed vaguely surprised that we actually sat down. But if you're looking for solid Thai food, then you're in luck! The only barometer of real Thai cuisine is, of course, the Thai iced tea - that sticky-sweet, caffeinated hand grenade of a drink. Their iced tea varies quite a bit, but it's generally solidly sweet with a touch of water about it, and a strange subtle aftertaste that's unlike any other Thai tea I've had. (Note: another review claims it's sodium benzoate.) I can't decide if I like that aftertaste or not, but if you're looking for a Thai iced tea, it's pretty good. The main dishes are fine, with fresh ingredients and tasty sauces - a bit mild for my tastes, but certainly flavorful. Their peanut sauce is four stars verging on five, and pretty much any main dish you order is going to satisfy. You can, however, skip the crab rangoon appetizers - they're fried too deep, making them like crispy cardboard, and the crab in the middle is mealy. This won't win awards for fine cuisine, but if you're looking for the moral equivalent of diner food - stick-to-your-ribs, cheap Thai food - then this will, and does, satisfy. read more

I've been patronizing Thai Kitchen for years. Mostly takeout. My favorite is Pad Thai. Just for kicks I'd occasionally try it from other places. And you know what? *NOBODY* makes is as good as the Thai Kitchen! The new owners use a slightly different recipe, but it s still as good as the old one. Thai Kitchen is small. You get the feeling that you've actually been invited to a friend's HOME when you go there. Service is very personal. You can't beat it! read more

Thai Kitchen is the shizzzz! Seriously... It's run by a sweet couple who speak broken English. They have some of the best Thai food in town. Service is always great and they are super friendly. When I lived on the west side, this was my go-to place. I love the Pad Thai, the curries and the rice paper rolls. I can't say a whole lot for the ambiance, it's a bit cramped in there. But I have eaten in plenty of times. I can't imagine they could accommodate a large group, so if you are entertaining, I would go elsewhere. If you want some great Thai food at a reasonable price, this is THE place. read more

So I'll be honest about this place. If you're expecting Banana Blossom ambiance, you won't find it here. If you expect fast service, you won't find it here. What you will find, if you open your mind, is the best Thai food in the Cleveland area. The Good: The food here is simply put, the best Thai food I've ever eaten. I always get pad thai at a solid medium spice level. Here, I ordered a level 5, and it is the perfect blend of heat and sweet. It's inexpensive, and the food arrives as if it is individually cooked in a home kitchen just for you. 5-stars The Bad: The food arrives like it is individually cooked in a home kitchen because it is. Right in front of you for you to see the dirt, grime, and mess. The decor is very cheap, with dust covering everything. Our visit lasted 2 hours, with over an hour of wait time until the food was served. Take out orders were consistently 20-30 minutes late, which happened the time we bought takeout as well. I don't think I'll dine in again, because the scene is disturbing. 1-star Overall, I'm giving a rating of 3 because the food is too good not to have again. I just wish they would go into a new location so I could enjoy the atmosphere as much as the food. read more

I'm sad about the rice. Thai Kitchen started out more like a three-star: tom kha gai that had actual lemongrass, galangal and Kaffir lime leaves still in it. That's hard to find; many a restaurant worker has told us that too many folks complain about it. The soup had too much coconut milk, and it was that sort of canned coconut milk that has sodium benzoate or some other preservative mixed in. Hey, I've used it in a pinch. But I've never so clearly tasted it before at a restaurant. But the rice was simply awful. Minute rice? Something like that. It wasn't jasmine, basmati or even grocery-store medium-grain. It was nasty. I didn't like the green curry (because of the coconut milk again), but the chili-basil dish was pretty good, especially with the prik nam pla that kept arriving to spice it up. But, in all honesty, nothing can cover up for bad rice. read more

Love this place! Best part of my experience was the service, the people who own this place are awesome! I had the Chicken Pad Thai at a level 3 (yep, I'm weak) and it was awesome! The Thai Coconut Curry soup there is amazingly delicious! *Portion sizes are great! *Prices are fair for quantity and quality *Staff is awesome *Family owned and operated *Authentic *Overall great atmosphere We will definitely be going back to this pace time and again! read more

OK....so this place might not have the "perfect" authentic Thai food but it's really, really good. GOOD STUFF: Really good Thai food at cheap prices. BYOB (awsome). Super nice couple that owns and operates this small restaurant. The husband is the waiter and the wife does the cooking. You feel like you're in their kitchen given the very small size of the whole place (may be six tables or so) BAD STUFF: If you're looking for fancy, this place is not your place. Kind of hole in the wallish but clean. PRICE: Cheap. About 25$ for two people. OVERALL: Really great place if you like cheap Thai food. Definitely worth a try. Careful about asking for stuff really spicy cause it can come out on fire.....! read more

The restaurant was really small, but service was pretty good. Staff were nice and friendly. Food took a little to arrive. Tasted really good and world definitely go back again. read more

See all

food: 5/5 service: 3/5 for the long wait, 5/5 for how nice they were Delicious Thai food! I have eaten at a couple of the Thai places in town and this by far has the best food, and it isn't expensive either. 6 of us showed up and we unfortunately had to wait 45 minutes for our food, but the wait was worth it. The spiciness levels they offer (1-10) are legit; I have a pretty low tolerance and was sweating at 4/10. I sampled the Thai Todmun (fish cakes, tasty), the Yum Woonsen (very good) and the Seafood Hot Plate, which was delicious. The staff were friendly and tried to accommodate us, but it wasn't possible due to the TINY size off the place. I will definitely be back and eat here to experience Thai Kitchen fully. read more

the bubble tea the mango smoothie the Massaman curry are Beyond delicious. Everyone should come here!

I went here to try my standard - vegetarian pad thai. As other reviewers say, it's a teeny tiny dining space - but the staff are personable, friendly, and they make it work. Pad thai is never spicy enough for me. Ever. So I walked in and asked for a 12 out of 10 on their spicy scale (which does warn you that if you cry, you asked for it). They thought I was kidding, but I ensured them I wanted it that hot. So we made a deal: if they could make me cry with their spice level, I would come back in and re-order another dish the following day. I got some fantastically hot pad thai (with a :-P drawn on the take-out box) BUT it still had a fantastic flavor! The tofu was good - but there were no veggies, which was a little saddening. I will definitely go back - the food was good, they give you exactly like you ask, and they are such a friendly, family-run business that I would go and support that alone. And for the record, I didn't cry. Bring it on, 12 out of 10! read more

Unbelievable once again. Thai iced tea was unusually good. Not sure how to describe it. Sweet, I guess, but not overwhelmingly. I get Thai iced tea at a lot of places and it rarely tastes that perfect. The spring rolls were unusually fresh. Coconut curry noodle soup was tremendous. I ordered it pretty spicy (7 on their 0 out of 10) - my goodness, that was hot but so superbly flavored. Love the texture of the noodles. The slight taste of coconut. The heat. Tried my friends' dishes as well and loved all of them, especially the panang and massaman. The owner is also a gem. read more

Thai Kitchen - Coconut curry noodle soup - incredible! - Thai Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

See all

Great family owned Thai restaurant. There isn't much seating inside, but it is very cozy and welcoming nonetheless. The prices are extremely reasonable, especially for Thai food and for the portion size... I ordered a Thai iced tea, fish cake appetizer and an entree and my bill was somehow only $17. This place would be great for lunch takeout or a casual dinner. I am happy to recommend this place and will definitely be back for more! Also, make sure you leave room for dessert :) read more

Thai Kitchen - Coconut soup with egg noodles - Thai Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio

See all

This place serves my favorite Thai food in the Cleveland area and is among the contenders for best Thai food I've eaten. In fact, I would say this restaurant contends for the best *food* I've ever eaten. One of the meals I've had here was among the most memorable meals of my life. The food here is just amazing. They don't have the biggest menu, but everything I've tried has been outstanding. I've had the best luck with ordering the specials--the people who run this place know what's fresh. The curries are excellent...it doesn't matter what you put in them. There's just the right amount of spice...everything is balanced...the vegetables are cooked just perfect. It's so nuanced...but has kick too. The soups are amazing...and I almost always order the "fresh rolls"...the sauce for it is done just right, with a little zing to it. The atmosphere...the name says it all. This place is a kitchen (neatly hidden behind a partition) with a few tables out front. It's nice, but tiny. It can be hard to get a table on busy nights. The tables seat two and one of the tables can possibly seat more than two but the bottom line--this is not a place for large groups. read more

The only reason why I gave this restaurant 2 stars is because the service was good, the employees were friendly, and the food was actually spicy upon request. Other than that, I would not return here unfortunately We ordered 2 pad thai dishes, one with chicken, one with beef. One red beef curry dish. One Pad Se Ew with chicken The meat portions are ridiculously small compared to everything else in the dishes. On top of that, the chicken was way overcooked and dry, and I swear the beef in one of our pad thai dishes smelled "funky" (the only way I can describe it). The noodles were just ok, the little bit of sauce on the bottom was flavorful but the dishes overall were so lackluster. The pad se ew was probably my favorite of all the dishes because it was a great mix of sweet and spicy (5/10 requested) and the chinese broccoli had a nice crunch. But, like the other dishes, there was barely any meat. I definitely kept eating tofu and egg thinking that it was chicken and kept being disappointed =( The red curry was also pretty good and flavorful, but I wouldn't have been surprised if they mixed our dish up with a vegetarian dish....that's how little beef there actually was. read more

First time at Thai Kitchen, and can proclaim that this is a legitimate alternative to the pricier TyFun in Tremont. I had the Pad See Ew, which I've been told is the true national noodle dish of Thailand (versus Pad Thai), and also the dish I usually order at a Thai restaurant to rate quality. Thai Kitchen's Pad See Ew had a lot more gravy than I'm used to, and thinner noodles. But otherwise, the flavors were on target (though a little underspiced) and the greens were fresh and not overcooked. The portion was also extremely generous--plenty of leftovers. This modest dive is run by a very friendly and attentive staff--upon whom you can jovially practice your Mandarin Chinese or Siamese (the Caucasian owner speaks both and has lived and travelled widely in Asia). read more

A coupon (buy 1 entree, get 1 free via Verizon points) and great reviews on Yelp led us to Thai Kitchen & we now have our new favorite Thai spot.. Hands down. It also won best curry in CLE for 2015. Some tips to keep in mind; it is BYOB for $2.50 a person (a store a couple doors down has an ok beer selection). Also, the dishes can be prepared as spicy as you like them on a scale of 1-10; we overheard a table saying 3 is "pretty hot" which is what we like.. Got the green curry chicken w/ noodles a 3 and the pad Thai a 2, both AWESOME dishes but I would do the pad Thai spicier next time (a 3) and we can't imagine going any spicier than a 3, or 4 max, for the Green Curry. The appetizer rolls were mostly iceberg lettuce, wouldn't get those again, but because the entrees were so delish and the service, awesome - definitely a 5 star. read more

See all

Let me tell you, if you want some of the best traditional Thai food you can find in the Cleveland area this is the place to be. Amazingly large selection of items, and options from beef/chicken/shrimp/tofu. I always get the Pad Thai and Spring Rolls, so delicious, I never am disappointed by them. My only concern is its a tiny place in an appartment and it doesn't look too...clean, and the large menu kind of questions the freshness of the items they prepare, how many people can be possibly ordering for them to continue having a large menu. I really would wish for them have a large decent spot to offer they're good food. read more

Good food, great atmosphere, Jon is a good guy who takes care of everyone who comes in. Excellent Choice

I can't say enough good things about this place. So much flavor in this food, and I'm certain they use quality ingredients. I'm going to make some recommendations, and with that I'm trusting the readers to not over order these. I would hate for this place to blow up and somehow lose its authenticity or quality so I'm trusting that that won't happen. **Note: Spice level is 1-10. They say 3 and above is fire hot. Some recommendations: 1). H 5. Hung-Lay Curry with Pork (Thai Northern Style) - this dish takes 30~ minutes to prepare. It is a perfect balance of spicy and sweet. 2). Tom Yum Soup Special with Shrimp (#75 I believe and is on the Specials Menu) - This soup is SO flavorful, and only gets more flavorful with time. The portion is huge, so you can expect leftovers. As far as appetizers go: Chicken Satay and/or Fresh Rolls with Chicken I forget what else is good because I am so hooked on the recommendations mentioned above. I would try to order something other than a Pad Thai here -- playing it safe means your taste buds will be missing out. (Yes I know Tom Yum is a super common Thai Soup but I've rarely tasted this much flavor in soup). Enjoy! read more

Had a great meal at Thai Kitchen. Did delivery and it arrived 10min early and was nice and hot. Delivery person dropped on our front porch and rang bell and was wearing mask but had stepped far away. She just wanted to make sure we were home and got our food. read more

Very accommodating for vegan/vegetarian! Amazing spring rolls, fast/friendly service and yummy pad Thai. In town visiting and very pleased with our decision. read more

This place is great. We have since moved from the Cleveland area, but still yearn for their delicious meals. The spring rolls and dipping sauce are excellent as are the Pad Thai and any of the curries we've tried. Highly recommended. We don't know of a better Thai place around. As others have mentioned, don't expect to eat in a nice restaurant, or even to eat in the restaurant as they only have a handful of tables (when in doubt, takeout). The quality of the food more than makes up for any of these deficiencies. read more

Love this kitchen Tom yam soup, pork fried rice!!! Chef Kwan s food is the best and her hospitality is outstanding. We ate here every week when I lived in Cleveland. Chef Kwan does not use mono sodium glutamate. She has been like our family friends now. We have now moved out of states but every time we are back to Cleveland area, we will eat at her place! I have been to most Thai restaurant ( and Asian restaurants) in the United States. After we ate, always can had dry throats, feeling thirsty from mono sodium glutamate. I don't experience that at Thai kitchen! One of the most authentic Thai restaurant in Ohio! read more

Went here a few days ago craving papaya salad and Tom yum and I was not disappointed wanted it a little spicier, but I added chili flakes and it was great. The presentation was also amazing. read more

Just plain amazing! The soups are the best - fresh ingredients and complex flavors. Great vegetarian options. One word of warning for the heat-sensitive palate: don't go above a 3 on the spicy scale! Trust me; above that you won't be able to handle. But if you like the heat (like my guy), then be bold and go for a 6. read more

The beef pad see u, was great! Ready in 15 minutes. I like that the spice scale is in a 1-10 basis rather then just mild, medium or hot.

To be fair - I've had takeout from here and I LOVED it. Then (dun, dun, dun...) we decided to eat in. It's small. Very small. That doesn't really scare me though. It was also filthy. We were seated right next to the kitchen doors and every time they walked in and out i saw the inside of the kitchen. Someone had sneakers underneath the sink with dirty socks sticking out of them. I saw rotten tomatoes sitting on the counter. Worse? They "decorated" with outdoor lattice above your head and fake flowers and colored lights. It looks like it hasn't been dusted since the place opened... it was literally caked with dust and grease. It made me lose my appetite before I even got my food. The service was SLOW. It took an hour after ordering just to get our appetizers (spring rolls). Then about another 20 minutes to get our food. The boy had pad thai and I had green curry. Objectively, they were both good. But, I couldn't help but worry that I was getting food poisoning and wondering why I didn't leave an hour ago. I don't think I can come back here. I have a mental block because it was so dirty. I'm not a health inspector... but I have a feeling if one visits, none of us will be back here. read more

Years go by and the pain of loss fades. While my one time sanctuary from a brutal and painful world will never be the same, I must admit that Thai Kitchen is a solid restaurant that is very helpful and accomodating to those with dietary restrictions such as veganism. read more

Happened upon this place because yelp listed as gluten free and they did not disappoint! Entire menu can be gluten free. Split a curry and pad Thai - both outstanding. Also had the mango sticky rice , exquisite ! On top of that , great staff and the owners daughter stopped by our table and spoke with us for a quite a while recommending things to do since we were from out of town. Definitely recommend and will definitely return if in town ! read more

For the number of Thai places in Cleveland area this place is not bad and relatively authentic. The food is good enough to attract and please the local crowd as well as leave the Thai curry fiends with the necessary fix. I personally wasn't a fan of their spring rolls, tasted generic and not really Thai style. Also for those who can handle the heat, their spice level is not what you'd think. The 10 and 1 both didn't burn or make u sweat but they have dry peppers and chili oil you can add. Just no fresh peppers. I'd give this place a 3.5 for what it is and a 4 for being in Cleveland. read more

The place is really small, but very cute. It was not super busy until after I ordered. Call in take out orders came streaming in. I got lucky. Next time I will call my order in first. I decided to play 'order something random off the menu' and I did not have good luck. I ordered #42 Pad Se Ew. It was not good. I liked the Chinese broccoli that was about it otherwise it was slime-y. Maybe it was supposed to be that way. I have no idea. I can't even eat the rest. The flat noodles just didn't do it for me. My stomach already hurts and I didn't even eat a quarter of my meal. The spring rolls were super good though. So eh my lunch wasn't all that good. Maybe I will try this place again and just order Pad Thai. read more

Tonight was my first time to enjoy their Thai food. Due to Covid-19 there was only the take-away option. I was ordering for 3 people. Our party consisted of a carnivore, vegan, and my mom who needs non-spicy gluten free vegetarian (and no tomatoes) The Thai Kitchen was able to accommodate all of our needs and have the food ready in 20 minutes. I guess where the restaurant was located they set out a few tables with the bags of the phone in orders. The kitchen and workers were separated by glass and I just had to put my card in the machine. I'll definitely go back and highly recommend their delicious food! read more

I loved it! My partner enjoyed the food, but not so much the strong food smells in such a small place and the sticky table we sat at. I am sure we will order take out from Thai Kitchen again in the future because the food was good, but I don't know if we'll go back to eat in. read more

Thai Kitchen is hands down my favorite restaurant in the Cleveland area. I literally crave it all the time. I could easily eat here every day, but I resist. My go-to dish is the Masaman Curry level 4 spice. It's spicy, savory, rich, a little sweet, creamy - I could go on and on. I usually go back and forth between the crispy spring rolls and the Thai Kitchen Tom Yum. The soup is so good, the rolls so crispy and the sauce is better than any spring roll/egg roll sauce I've ever had. I love all of the food so much that I just started asking Chef Kwan to surprise me. I have loved everything she has ever made me. She knows me by name and knows my preferences. She always hits a home run! If you haven't eaten here yet, you are truly missing out. I know, that's what everyone says about their favorite restaurants. But I'm serious. Best Thai food I have ever had. Ever. Eat here now! read more

Best Thai food in town! Everything is fresh and authentic. You can taste the freshness in the ingredients, it's not made with a readymade paste. Will definitely be back more often. read more

See all

I'm actually obsessed with this place, after having only been here once. The owners are adorable, a true family business. The food was delicious. I started with Thai iced tea, and my friends and I ordered a few appetizers. The peanut sauce for Tver chicken satay was so flavorful. It was the peanutiest peanut sauce I've ever had. I also tried the pad kee mao. Delicious, yet again. I ordered a side of the sticky rice as well. So good. Stickiest sticky rice I've ever had. Gotta love that starch. For dessert, I ordered bua loy, an option I've never seen a Thai restaurant before. Absolutely amazing. Rice balls in warm coconut milk. Not too sweet. Just perfection. Highly recommend this place. I left with the desire to try everything on the menu! read more

Thai Kitchen - Thai iced tea. Chicken satay. Spring rolls. Pad Kee Mao. Bua Loy. - Thai Near Me - Lakewood, Ohio