KHAO (Ekkamai) — Restaurant in Khlong Tan Nuea Subdistrict

Interesting meal at KHAO on Ekkamai 10.

Tasty food but not quite the finished product with some of the mains that I tried. The starters were definitely one step up in terms of deliciousness.

Fried Breaded Hokkaido Scallops served on a bed of mixed Thai herb salad. The scallop was the obvious star and did not disappoint.

Crispy Rice Noodles coated in Sweet and Sour Bitter Orange Sauce. Again, very tasty. The dish was quite simple yet unusual. Have not seen it offered in other restaurants I’ve eaten at.

Deep Fried Fish Cakes stuffed with Salted Egg Yolk. For me, my dish of the night. The salted egg yolk elevated the simple fish cake to a gastronomic delight. The texture of the fish cake was well executed too. Firm yet not chewy/rubbery and well spiced with a plethora of subtle Thai flavours.

Traditional Green Mango Salad with Crispy Fluffy Catfish and Sweetened Shrimps. A dish of three parts for me. Excellent mango salad. Miserly serving of the crispy catfish. After it was devoured, there was still at least 1/2 the mango salad left. Made the overall dish unbalanced. Seeetened shrimps - hmm… saw it in the dish but wonder if it was necessary? Can’t recall actually eating the shrimp and certainly can’t say what it tasted like.

Green Curry Chicken - best main dish of the night. Simple and delightfully delicious. Curry had a wonderful creamy texture. The chicken was not dry even though it was predominantly white (breast) meat. Just about the best green curry chicken I’ve had in Bangkok.

Original Clear Tom Yum River Prawn - Biggest disappointment of the night despite the prawns being fresh and juicy. Why disappointed? The broth was too light. Insipid flavours. Tasted like the ran out of the broth and added water to it. Just rubbish… to my taste buds anyway.

Pad Thai with River Prawns. Another disappointing dish. The wok was not hot enough. Lacked what is termed in Cantonese dialect “wok hei” (breath of the wok - referring to a slight fragrant char in the food as result of a super hot wok). The noodle was rubbery and the sugar pre-added. I like my food on the salty side and found the Pad Thai too sweet. The large prawns once again saved the dish somewhat and had yummy flavours and meat.

Fried Sweet Potato Balls served with Pandan Custard (Pandan Kaya). Good simple dessert. Tasty without being spectacular.

Millets cooked in fresh coconut milk with Longans. Just not for me. Didn’t enjoy this but can’t really say what I didn’t like. 🤣😝

Caramelised Thai Custard Pudding served with Orange Sorbet. Whilst the orange sorbet was nothing to write home about, same cannot be said about the caramelised custard. First class...

I recently had the displeasure of dining here. I must say that my experience left much to be desired. From the moment I arrived, it was clear that the service and attention to detail were sorely lacking.

First and foremost, despite making a reservation for a table for two at 7:30 pm, my table was not ready until 7:55 pm. This delay of almost 30 minutes was unacceptable, especially considering that the entire lobby was packed with guests, leaving me to stand there with my hands full and no assistance offered. It was a disappointing start to the evening.

To add to the frustration, even before I was seated, they handed me the food menu as if pressuring me to place my order. It felt rushed and gave the impression that they were more concerned about turnover than providing a relaxed dining experience.

Once seated, we ordered two drinks. The Watermelon and Ginger Juice with Soda arrived at room temperature, without any ice. Who wants to drink fruit juice mixed with soda at room temperature? It was a clear oversight on the part of the staff. Additionally, the Lemon Butterfly Pea Flower Juice with Lime Sorbet Floating, which is typically served with distinct layers, was served to me as a mixed purple juice, devoid of any layers. The melted crushed ice further indicated that it had been set aside for a while before being brought to me. It was a far cry from the visually appealing presentation depicted in the menu.

Throughout the entire dining experience, not once were we offered water, whether complimentary or at an additional charge. No one even bothered to inquire. Considering that it was the hottest month in Thailand, with temperatures exceeding 35°C, water should be considered a basic necessity, even if it is not provided free of charge. The fact that empty water glasses were left on the table without any attention was simply unacceptable.

As for the food itself, it was nothing more than average. The flavors were underwhelming and failed to leave a lasting impression. With such mediocre food quality, rushed service, and a lack of attention to basic needs like water, I am left questioning why Khao has been awarded a Michelin 1-star rating.

In conclusion, my experience at Khao was marred by tardiness, poor service, and underwhelming food. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone seeking an exceptional dining experience. It falls far short of its Michelin accolades and left me thoroughly...

We heard about this Michelin one-star restaurant that specializes in refreshing Thai fusion cuisine at very reasonable prices, so I decided to try it out with my mum.

We made a lunch reservation, and there were only three other tables occupied.

The restaurant has a very simple and modern interior. The ceiling is high, and the large floor-to-ceiling windows let in plenty of natural light, creating a bright and pleasant atmosphere.

We ordered a traditional Thai three-tier platter, green curry pork, and deep-fried shrimp rolls. The biggest surprise was the traditional three-tier Thai platter. The top tier was richly flavored beef with sauce, the middle tier was a selection of fresh vegetables, and the bottom tier had cooked vegetables and pan-fried egg crepes. Many of the vegetables in the middle tier were things I had never tried before—just by appearance, I couldn’t guess what they were—but they were incredibly refreshing and unique in texture. The beef and sauce from the top tier could be mixed in to enhance the flavor of the vegetables, and the sauce itself was truly delicious.

The green curry pork was also very good—definitely worth recommending. The only slight letdown was the shrimp rolls. We probably left them out for too long before eating, so the outer layer had gone a bit soft, which affected the texture.

Overall, we were very satisfied with the experience. For a Michelin one-star restaurant, the price was very much worth it. One of the staff members was also very kind—when she saw that my mum was exhausted and had dozed off, she quietly told me not to wake her even though it was almost close to closing time. I really appreciated that thoughtfulness.

To be honest, if you’re looking for classic, mainstream Thai flavors, this place might leave you a bit disappointed. But if you’re open to trying something special and a little different from the usual Thai cuisine, it’s worth considering. (We didn’t try the seafood, so we can’t comment on...