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Welcome to Kao Thai
Kao Thai, located in Salt Lake City, is a delightful destination for authentic Thai cuisine. Renowned for its rich flavors, the restaurant excels in a variety of dishes, including standout items like curry, drunken noodles, and house specialties such as crispy noodles and boat noodles. Customers consistently praise the friendly service and the diligently crafted meals that reflect genuine Thai flavors. With a modest atmosphere and reasonable prices, Kao Thai effortlessly combines comfort and culinary excellence. Whether dining in or ordering takeout, patrons can expect a satisfying experience that captures the essence of Thailand.
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About
Kao Thai
Welcome to Kao Thai, an authentic gem nestled in the heart of Salt Lake City, located at 3011 E 3300 S. This vibrant establishment offers a delightful culinary journey into the flavors of Thailand. With a strong emphasis on quality and flavor, Kao Thai has quickly become a favorite for both locals and visitors alike.
Patrons have expressed their admiration for the outstanding dishes, praising the authentic Thai flavors that capture the essence of Thailand. One diner, Susann Nordrum, mentioned, "Even during the days of short staffing, we found a helpful, friendly, polite, and patient waiter." This commitment to service, paired with delicious dishes like their renowned curry options and Thai crispy noodles, reflects the restaurant's dedication to providing a memorable dining experience.
Highlighted dishes include the famous Drunken Noodles—a crowd-pleaser according to many reviewers like Josh Tesch, who raved about their incredible flavor. Meanwhile, David Johnson touted the boat noodle as one of the best he’s ever experienced. The addition of creative appetizers like quail egg wontons showcases Kao Thai's innovative approach to classic Thai cuisine.
While most feedback highlights positively captivating flavors, a few suggestions for improvement were noted; for instance, portion sizes have varied, with some guests indicating they hoped for larger servings. However, this has not hindered the overwhelming sentiment of satisfaction, as evident in comments about the friendly staff and easy take-out options.
Whether you're dining in the cozy setting of the restaurant or enjoying their flavorful offerings from the comfort of your home, Kao Thai promises a delightful exploration of Thai cuisine. The combination of great food, pleasant service, and reasonable prices ensures your experience will be both fun and friendly. Next time you're in Salt Lake City craving some authentic Thai dishes, Kao Thai is the place to be!
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ We had a great dinner here. Even during the days of short staffing, we found a helpful, friendly, polite and patient waitert. Orders were taken promptly and there was no long wait for the bill after dinner. The food was outstanding. I’ve been to Thailand a few times and Kao Thai captured the flavor well. We had a couple different curry dishes and Thai crispy noodles ( a house specialty)—all great! This place is modest, well-priced, fun and friendly. Will come back next time we’re in town. ”
“ Great service! Drunken noodles were great - partner made the mistake of getting the grilled shrimp salad. Said it had mixed greens but it was only lettuce and very bland - though the dressing was great. Again Drunken Noodles were amazing - don't get any of their salads tho. Next time we'll be getting some curry for sure. ”
“ Absolutely amazing and authentic Thai food! The boat noodle is one of the best I've ever had! And the beef rib is unlike any Thai food I've ever had! The quail egg wonton and the crispy larb appetizer were also very good! ”
“ Service and food was absolutely wonderful great eats. I got the short ribs fried rice. It melted off the bones. It melted off the bones. ”
“ We ordered Kao Thai for take out tonight. It was so tasty! Their portion sizes have improved 100% and the flavors were amazing. The green curry is awesome. Huge chunks of tofu and perfect spice. Pick up was super easy. I waited in my car and the manager came out to check on my order and brought it to my car. We will definitely be ordering take out from here again soon! First experience We tried Kao Thai for the first time tonight for take out because it was recommended to us. Overall the food was good. Staff was very friendly. We were disappointed with the VERY small portion sizes. My husband and I ordered 2 apps and three main meals in hopes of having leftovers, but finished almost everything. We will most likely be choosing a different Thai restaurant in the future where we know portion size and price are commensurate. ”
“ Really delicious spot. The waiter was very helpful and kind, and we were pleasantly surprised with the speed of our meal. We ordered the Drunken Noodles with tofu, and the Fried Rice Basil with chicken. The fried rice had a lot of flavor and the serving size was pretty large. Definitely filled me up. The drunken noodles were also full of flavor, and I don’t really like tofu but my wife said it was some of the best she’s had. Food was pretty spicy. We got level 3 (from 1 to 5), and it was plenty hot. If you don’t like spice, don’t test it with a 2. Just get a 1. If you like spice then 2-3 was nice. Anything more probably wouldn’t have been enjoyable. It’s a little pricey. After tip it was in the low 40s, but we have a little bit of leftovers, and the food was really good, so we’d probably return. ”
“ Killer food! New favorite Thai place. Plus the people were super cool and friendly. Highly recommend. ”
“ Excellent Thai food. Ordered the Pineapple Curry and mango sticky rice, very delicious. Service was great and it is a quaint little place. Will definitely try again. ”