Thai Food in Boise

A small, owner-run kitchen pairing punchy Thai standards with Burmese signatures like tea leaf salad and fried-chicken yellow curry. Spotlighted by the Idaho Statesman and praised by Boise diners for vivid, not-sweet flavors and careful spicing.

Neighborhood restaurant with a tight, traditional menu—khao soi, som tum, and curries—backed by a thoughtful beer-and-wine list. Covered by the Idaho Statesman and known for generous portions and balanced heat.

A Boise staple since 2002, still family-run and spice-faithful. Recognized by Idaho Statesman readers; locals return for pad prik king, yakisoba, and properly fiery spice levels.

Northern-leaning noodle shop admired for kao soi, pork noodle soups, and late-night Downtown Express service. Introduced by the Idaho Statesman and embraced by locals for assertive heat and springy noodles.

Brick-and-mortar evolution of a local food truck, named after the owners’ daughter. Covered by BoiseDev and Idaho Statesman; known for papaya salad, ribeye plates, and a playful Thai burger that still tastes like Thailand.

A streamlined reboot from the team behind Pat’s Thai Kitchen. Reported by BoiseDev; crisp, minimalist space with comforting curries and excellent braised beef noodle soup and spaghetti kee mao.

Beloved Overland standby where the room hums and the wok breathes. Fans praise the caramelized ginger, panang, and Thai-hot options; the owners’ hospitality is the draw as much as the spice.

Long-running Emerald Street spot serving northern-influenced dishes, family-style sets, and wallet-friendly lunches. Praised by locals for pad see ew and curries; a reliable, unfussy option with deep Boise roots.

After a 2023 fire and Union Block closure, this Boise institution returned in 2025 as a delivery‑forward kitchen with patio pickup. Reported by BoiseDev; expect familiar noodles, kaprao crispy pork, and thoughtful desserts.