Khao San Thai Cuisine — Restaurant in Issaquah

Khao San Thai Cuisine has become the go-to spot for my wife and me whenever we're craving Thai food in Issaquah—and considering the competition, that's saying a lot! Each visit, we challenge ourselves to try something new from the menu, and we're yet to be disappointed. The flavors are simply off the charts.

One standout dish that has left a lasting impression is the Tom Kha soup. My grandpa had a saying for food this good—it'll make you "smack the roof of your mouth off." I never fully grasped what he meant until I tasted this soup. It's a flavor bomb in the best possible way.

The Spring Rolls and Fried Calamari are our go-to starters, each offering a perfect blend of texture and taste. As for the mains, the Panang Curry and Pad Thai have become our repeat offenders. They're the kind of dishes you find yourself craving at random times of the day.

We usually opt for takeout, and I have to say, the only real challenge we've faced with Khao San is getting through on the phone to place an order. It's a testament to how popular and loved this place is. Despite this minor hurdle, it's absolutely worth the effort.

I'd highly recommend Khao San Thai Cuisine to anyone looking for authentic, flavorful Thai dishes. The variety and quality of the food here are unmatched, making every meal a culinary adventure worth...

This review is based on a few visits. Overall - Would not return for dine-in. May be take out order. Food - Hit & miss. Sometimes it approaches 4* + and other times it is not worth it at all. We have tried a variety of dishes. The stir fry dishes are probably their best, the curries are usually over done. Khao soi, when it is right, is great. Service - This is where the restaurant really needs to pay attention. The one server that we usually get is quite forgetful and often forgets about the table. We went during busy times and during low traffic and it was really bad service. There is also a communication barrier which is fine but she makes no attempt to clarify if she is confused about what was said. Often we have to walk up to the main counter to ask for what we need and to pay our bill. We went this afternoon and same thing again. Stuff happens and we get it and don't like leaving a low star review but other diners need to know.

Hopefully they see this and fix their service quality as well as inconsistency in...

Food is good. Ordering tests patience.

I have only done take out The food is good. But the lady on the phone just gets on the nerves.. she will keep nagging on you need to specify this or that with every dish, or order quickly because she doesn't have time.

If I specifically say I want everything two star (spice level) "no you have to say per dish". If I miss restating fried tofu or soft tofu in one dish, she will impatiently chide "you need to say which one".. but not try to remember I said soft tofu for everything upfront and that I ordered three dishes with that already in that order.

And heaven forbid if you have to look up another item for a few seconds... Then she gets on your case to hurry up. It's not like I am taking five minutes on the call.

And this is after you get through the phone which takes forever.

Suggest the restaurant to do online ordering if they want to serve...