This meal was absolutely delicious! While in DC for a nearby convention, my friends and I were…read morecraving Thai food and came across this restaurant, and I'm so glad we did! The service was great, and the restaurant itself was really pretty and had such a nice atmosphere. We all got the mango frozen cocktails, and they were AMAZING; so refreshing, and honestly the perfect pairing with the food. Everyone in our group ordered something different, and everything we tried was so good. I got the Thai vermicelli, and it was absolutely delicious! I also got to try some of my friends' dishes, and everything was flavorful and really well done. I'm usually pretty nitpicky when it comes to coconut curry sauces, but it was so perfectly balanced and flavorful. It was easily some of the best Thai food I've had in the DMV (honestly!). No complaints whatsoever. I'll definitely be returning next time I'm in the area! :)

Amazing Thai food at this restaurant. Got the green mango Salad, chicken wings, khao soi, and beef…read morecurry. The mango salad was delicious, I could eat that all day. The khao soi had good flavor, and it came with rice. The chicken wings were for my son, he said they were the best wings he's ever had. The beef curry had good flavor, but the beef was a bit overcooked. Service was a little bit of a miss. When the waiter first came, he asked us for our food order. However, we wanted to order drinks first. I was able to order my cocktail, however, the waiter left before anyone else at my table could speak to order a beverage. Food came out very quickly. This is not the type of place where you would want to enjoy drinks and food over a period of time. However, if you are super hungry, your food will definitely get to you quickly. Restaurant was crowded, but not super loud. Overall, I would come back for the food, I just wish that I could have more time to enjoy my restaurant experience.

My son and I were visiting D.C. for a wedding and decided to check this place out after reading…read moregreat reviews and strolling down the street. We came in for lunch, and the Panang curry and mango sticky rice were both fantastic and packed with flavor. Our server, I believe Server S (what was on the receipt), was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and very charming. The overall ambience was just fun and lively. Later in the day, we looked at other restaurants for dinner, but nothing else on the street looked appetizing or had good reviews. We easily decided to head right back for round two! For our second meal, we tried the curry puffs, another curry, and the Larb salad. The Larb salad was an absolute standout-- it perfectly matched a nostalgic flavor from a favorite old restaurant of mine that no other place has ever been able to replicate until now!The entire staff was hilarious, engaging, and some even spoke Spanish. This is an amazing spot with incredible food and great energy. We will definitely be back next time we are in town!

I ordered lunch from here earlier this week and unfortunately, I really don't understand the hype…read more I ordered the Pad See Ew, and it was probably some of the worst Thai food I've had. The dish seriously lacked flavor, and the egg wasn't properly broken up or incorporated into the noodles. Instead, there were basically two large chunks of egg in the dish. I also specifically asked for extra sauce and was willing to pay for it, but they very clearly did not add any extra sauce. I ended up throwing it away after only a few bites. I will say the rocket shrimp rolls were very good, and the sauce that came with them was also really good. They were easily the best part of the meal. That said, Pad See Ew is a pretty standard Thai dish and something most Thai restaurants easily nail, so I was surprised by how disappointing this was. Overall, definitely not a good experience and not somewhere I'd order from again.

What an awesome experience and vibe Thip Khao is. I like…read morethat it's not (underline) too fancy, so you can dress for the occasion or come straight off the street (mostly) and you will be in appropriate attire. The food was absolutely phenomenal and the service was on point. I've lived in the capital area for around 20 years but we moved away a few years back and I greatly miss the international cuisine I had access to here in the city. This one gets added to that list! Will plan to visit again next time we are in the area or passing through!

Was really looking forward to this place. We didn't make reservations for a Monday because I saw…read moreearlier in the day that pretty much every time slot was open - but that was a mistake because it completely filled up by the time we were done at a museum at around 4pm. We ended up waiting over an hour but that's not their fault and this isn't reflected in my rating. In the order they came out: 1. Crispy catfish (Pad Phet Paa) - extremely disappointing. It wasn't crispy at all and the flavor was lacking. Also, there was supposed to be eggplant but we barely saw any. 2. Red coconut curry - too sweet for my liking and it wasn't spicy at all which was also a disappointment. 3. Kee Mao - this honestly was the best part of the meal but I honestly expect this dish to be solid at every restaurants. Overall, as someone from out of state, I wouldn't try this place again given this experience.

What a wonderful spot! Not only is the decor inviting and interesting, but the food is amazing as…read morewell. We had the duck roll, spring roll, curry puffs, and the crab fried rice. We liked all of the appetizers, but the crab fried rice was the star of the show. Easily the best one I've had since it had plenty of lump crab meat. They also have a full bar and make some tasty drinks. 5 stars well deserved!

First time trying this place and overall, I had a good experience. The restaurant itself is super…read morecute inside with an inviting atmosphere. For appetizers, I got the spring rolls and chicken satay. The spring rolls were pretty good, but the chicken satay was definitely a highlight because the chicken was so juicy and flavorful. For my mains, I tried the Veggie Tom Yum soup, Veggie Drunken Noddles, and Veggie Basil Fried Rice. The Tom Yum was delicious and had just a hint of spice that gave it a nice kick without being overwhelming. It was actually really refreshing and flavorful. The Drunken Noodles and Basil Fried Rice were also good. For dessert, I got the mango sticky rice, and the mango was SO fresh and sweet which I loved. I also tried the Thai Custard Pudding. The texture was definitely interesting and different from what I expected. I thought it would be a pudding but it was more of a cake texture. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't my favorite of everything I tried. For drinks, I got the Lychee Thai Iced Tea and regular Thai Iced Tea. The Lychee Thai Iced Tea was really good, but the regular Thai Iced Tea was absolutely bomb. Overall, I really enjoyed my first visit!

Definitely ask for Chat! She is a great server and knows EVERYTHING about Thai foood!read more

Good quality Thai food at reasonable prices. The dishes were rich in layer and satisfying…read more Corn Fritter: An equisute and interesting appetizer. Corn coated in a thin layer of tempura batter, fried until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, showcasing its natural sweetness and slightly chewy texture. It was somewhat like a Chinese yumi-lao玉米烙 but more moist. The most surprising thing was that despite being entirely vegetarian food, it has the sweetness and meaty texture of fried shrimp paste. The sweet and sour sauce is similar to the Thai sweet chili sauce commonly found in China, but thinner. Served in a small cup, it looked like a cup of black tea, making it more refreshing. Grilled Pork Neck: Very different from pork neck in Chinese Thai cuisine; it's more like Cantonese char-siu叉燒. The pork neck was very well marinated and grilled to a very tender perfection, with a rich and smooth honey aroma, and a subtle wine aftertaste, but it was slightly too sweet for me. Nam Jin Jaew was primarily composed of the tangy kick of lime and the savory saltiness of fish sauce, complemented by the mild spiciness of bird's eye chili, the special fragrance of cilantro, and the sweetness of palm sugar, with a subtle hint of smokiness. It was refreshing on the whole, and incredibly layered - I fell in love with it instantly. Tom Saab Soup: It looked light, but it was surprisingly spicy and sour! The ribs were very fresh, all marbled with fat and lean meat, stewed until incredibly tender, allowing you to taste the natural aroma of the meat. The sourness was subtle, clear, and mild, with a base of lemongrass fragrance that added even more depth. My friend thoughtfully ordered it mildly spicy, but in the end, it just felt like it lacked a kick. Mango Sticky Rice: The best mango sticky rice I've ever had! The sticky rice was cooked to perfect texture and warmth, absorbing the coconut milk flawlessly - neither too watery nor too dry. The first taste was the fragrance of glutinous rice, followed by the sweetness of coconut milk, and a refreshing, slightly tart mango to cut through the richness. Thai Iced Tea: Too much condensed milk, excessively sweet. My friend said it was much sweeter than the last time she had it. Was this a change in the recipe, or did the quality control need improvement? Donsak is a district in Surat Thani, Thailand, and also the hometown of the restaurant's co-owner and manager, Boom, where she was born and raised. The restaurant's introduction states: "When she left for the US, Boom didn't know she wouldn't get to see her home again for many years - and she still hasn't. Donsak is a way around that." No wonder what truly touches the heart, is indeed the taste of love and home.

LOVE their panang curry and pad see ew. So good that we came back twice during my stay! Also the…read moredecor inside is very cute! Would definitely come back!

I dropped by this past weekend after the open widows beckoned me. I walk by all of the time, but…read moresurprisingly have never had the chance to eat here. I love the colorful decor and the woman behind the bar was hustling - she was playing the role of hostess and bartender all at once and never missed a beat! I ordered chicken satay, because I just wanted a little bit of a protein snack to hold me over for a bit. It was good - pretty standard and what I expected. But after seeing the person next to me order the Claypot Noodles, I placed that order to go. I loved the dish - light, but still flavorful and filling with a decent amount of fresh crabmeat sprinkled on top. I would definitely order it again.

The food and service was phenomenal. I had the pad ginger with chicken and the spring rolls…read moreappetizer. My husband had the same thing spicier with shrimp. The ambience was nice. You can eat indoors or outdoors.

I visited TipThai needing a fast, casual meal prior to flying out. I walked from my hotel and was…read moreimmediately seated! As I always order the same thing, I didn't take long to look at their menu. I ordered the thai dumplings and pad thai with beef and no bean sprouts. thai dumplings - thai-style dumplings made with pork, shrimp, crab, carrots, water chestnut served with sweet soy sauce juicy, plump, paired well with the sauce. I thought it was interesting the sauce cup and water cup were plastic pad thai - rice noodles stir-fried with egg, bean sprouts, red tofu, and scallion in Pad Thai sauce with your choice of meat and crushed peanut on the side I opted for mild with beef +$2 and without bean sprouts. I would've wanted more sauce, not necessarily wetter but more flavor. The amount of flavor already there wasn't bad, but this was far from the best pad thai I've ever had. Overall fair prices (for the DC area) and fair food (of what I tried). Was able to eat my fill and take food to the airport! Was not particularly impressed but not disappointed either!

A great option for Thai. I can see why they get such good reviews. Pad see ew had an authentic…read moreflavor to it. Would have liked some more char on it, but it was so well seasoned, it made up for it. The noodle consistency was good too. The curry and fried rice we ordered were also great. Definitely quality well prepared food here. We got there before they got busy at 6pm on a weeknight. They also have a dining area upstairs with a large table for groups.

Food was excellent. Rolls, satay, fried tofu got downed by our group before dinner…read more One unique ingredient done exceptionally well is the pork pieces in the pad thai. That is almost universally a garbage ingredient tossed in to fatten out the dish using the worst pork particles possible. Rimtang's was tender and fresh. One thing I gotta mention is how dare the owners let one person cover the entire floor??? One person hosting, serving, bussing, answering phones and food running for the entire up and downstairs. What makes this extra maddening is that the server is given a script by the owner when introducing themselves to the table about how the owner owns other places and is very successful and bought his mom this little shop to run. What balls the owner has to require that soliloquy and then leave their server high and dry during service. Go put on an apron.

Stopped in at the last minute to support this neighborhood gem with a friend who lives just a block…read moreaway. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. We were both surprised to see the restaurant completely full on a Wednesday evening -- which truly speaks volumes about its popularity and quality. I had a minor issue with my dish, but I later realized I could have asked for the meat to be cooked to my preference. That was on me. Kudos to the entire team for being super accommodating and creating such a warm, inviting atmosphere.

The service was so kind and we walked in without needing a reservation with no wait. Food was quick…read moreto order and came out fast with so much flavor! We got the fried tilapia (10/10 flavor was powerful but not overpowering), papaya salad (9/10 great freshness to balance our meal), drunken noodles with chicken (8/10 I've had more flavorful drunken noodles but this was still great). The Thai tea was bombbbb that's a must. I would come again and try the rest of their menu (it's vast). Inside the vibes were so homey and a great place to talk w a friend, it can get loud tho but I don't mind

My first visit to Love, Makoto and Beloved BBQ was fantastic. Love, Makoto is a large Japanese…read moreculinary hall near Georgetown University Law Center with several concepts under one roof, including Dear Sushi, Beloved BBQ, Hiya Izakaya, and the more casual Love on the Run. Street parking was surprisingly easy, but I highly recommend making a reservation because Beloved BBQ became completely packed by 7 p.m. Beloved BBQ is a Michelin Guide recognized Japanese steakhouse, and the atmosphere feels elevated and luxurious while still being relaxed and welcoming. Our server, Lydia, was wonderful. She gave us excellent recommendations, checked on us despite being incredibly busy, and even brought out additional dry ice so I could capture the perfect photo. Abu was also incredibly kind and attentive, and General Manager Lenny personally stopped by our table to ask about our experience. The entire staff made us feel so welcome. The Wagyu Tower was absolutely incredible, with the short rib being our favorite. We also loved the dragon roll, tuna crisp, and salmon. If you order only one appetizer, make it the oysters with chili koji. They were out of this world, and I could have easily eaten two trays! For drinks, we tried the Sakura Sour, lychee martini, and the zero proof Pomelo. The Sakura Sour was beautifully balanced, while the lychee martini was smooth and delicious. For dessert, we shared the Heartbreaker and Peach Moon and finished every bite. This is a wonderful choice for an elevated date night, girls' night, celebration, or special dinner in D.C. The food, service, atmosphere, and presentation were all excellent. I will definitely be back soon!

We didn't have the best experience that we had hoped for a Love Makoto. As a sushi lover, we had to…read moretry this Omakase. I really liked the concept of one "old school" and one "new school" style of the same fish. But, the sushi just didn't live up to the hype. First, the pieces of fish were way too big. The fish was far larger than the rice and very difficult to eat. More like 2-3 bites. Also, some fish had skin on - which I know is a chef's choice - but I found it very unappetizing. Had to choke those down. And the "new school" hand-roll had imitation crab in it. So odd and doesn't feel upscale. We enjoyed the frozen strawberry for dessert. They're super cute and tasty. Just wish we had a better experience with the sushi.