Kob Kun Fine Thai Cuisine — Restaurant in Virginia

My first visit to Kob Kun was just okay, nothing specifically wrong with it but also nothing impressive that made me want to come back. (That was sometime in 2014).

Yesterday I decided to give it another try.

*Service was fast and they were very friendly. We needed to remind them once to refill our water cups, but after that it got refilled right away without delay. *They brought us a complimentary order of fried green beans which was tasty. *I usually order the drunken noodles and I like their vegetable portion as well as their overall portion. Vegetables that it contained were (Jalapeños, green/red peppers, basil leaves, tomatoes, and mushrooms). *Loved their thinly sliced jalapeños dunked in vinegar. Of course too much of it is always going to be spicy, but in moderation, it was an excellent side dish. *Their green tofu curry was good! But I may recommend getting a meat over the tofu. *Their appetizer fried tofu's are very delicious. A must try!

*I'm a huge spice, sauce, and jalapeños fan and I wasn't a huge fan of having to ask for every single thing I needed to make my meal perfect. For example: I had to ask for the vinegar covered jalapeños instead of it already being at the table with a couple of other main sauces. I also had to ask for a side of sriacha sauce. They were however, very quick to bring us what we needed to our table. *Although portions are good, I do think that it's not worth the price and could be a bit cheaper. I've made pad see ew at home once and getting all the ingredients for it was one of the cheapest meals I've ever made at home. *The chicken red curry wasn't that great when I tried it last time. It tasted a bit on the watery side.

Overall, great friendly staff, and great food. Will be...

Thai food is one of my favorites. That said, Kob Kun ranks as average. I arrived solo for dinner at 630p on a Wednesday evening. I was pleasantly greeted and seated immediately. The restaurant is located in a strip mall, but it's very cozy, warm, and inviting. The soft lighting and comfy booths lends itself to lingering conversation over a meal. My server brought out complimentary edamame. The edamame was cold and bland. Had the edamame been fried and crispy hot, this would have been a welcome treat. Also, I have a sneaky suspicion the edamame is recycled from one patron to the next. My order of veggie spring rolls was hot and crispy, but tasted pre-made. Like the grocery store, frozen type. The doughyness of the interior crust was a dead giveaway that these spring rolls are processed. My entree was the Kob Kun fried chicken pieces with white rice and veggies. It arrived to my table lukewarm, which is odd because the place wasn't very busy. The fried chicken pieces were the pre-battered, machine shaped, pieces of chicken. Clearly, they weren't hand battered. The sauce was a bit sweet for my taste buds. The dish included a nice variety of mixed veggies. This is Thai food for an American palate. I'd prefer a more...

I am joining the choir. My first visit Kob Kun was tonight for dinner and I already know I will become a regular. I was there at high traffic, busy, Friday night dinner time. Seating was full with exception of 3 high top tables for 2 at each placed butted up against the bar. No bar seating, blocked by these 3 high tops. Odd but not deal killing deterrent. I sat at one of them noting that in addition to restaurant filled to capacity there was brisk carry out service. The staff was not at all stressed out just going about taking care of business. Entire scene felt relaxed.

Complimentary edamame was delicious. Peas were fresh and perfectly steamed served with flavorful Sriracha that the chef added a bit of vinegar and ginger making already great Sriracha even better. Also, accompanied by soy having a dash of sugar added. Entrée, Krapow was excellent. Perfectly prepared fresh ingredients served piping hot. Somebody at Kob Kun knows to serve food on heated serving dishes. In my opinion and experience price point is bargain considering high quality ingredients, skilled preparation, attention to details of service and located in high rent...