Ailun H.
Yelp
My friend and I enjoy exploring Thai restaurants together, and we found Dok Khao after seeing an Instagram reel. They are known their aesthetic desserts, so we drove over half an hour to see if it was worth the hype. We stopped by yesterday evening for dinner, and were seated upon arrival. The food came out quickly after we placed our order.
YELLOW CURRY (W/ CHICKEN) - 17.95
This came with a sizable bowl of yellow curry filled with chicken, potatoes, and carrots. The curry itself was very coconut milk heavy and creamy, but lacked depth and spices. It tasted pretty bland, with a 1D flavor profile. Additionally, the curry was supposed to be medium-level spice, but it wasn't spicy at all. The chicken breast were OK and absorbed the curry well. However, the potatoes and carrots were cut into big, awkward pieces. We were hungry, so we devoured the food, but it was not impressive.
CRISPY PORK BASIL - 21.95
The deep-fried pork belly pieces were cut into uneven, sized chunks, making it awkward and uncomfortable to eat. To make matters worse, the fried parts were incredibly stale and tough, making it hard to chew, so it was practically inedible. The sauce was extremely disappointing -- it lacked the expected basil flavor and tasted more like store-bought teriyaki sauce. The crispy pork basil was a complete flop, and we were shocked by its poor quality and execution.
VOLCANO THAI TEA - 13.95
After two subpar entrees, we had very low expectations for the iconic volcanic Thai tea bingsu. The dessert came wrapped in hard plastic, and when we pulled the plastic off, the cream cheese mousse and bingsu cascaded over the plate like molten lava. The presentation was very nice, and we had fun with the "volcanic" effect. To our surprise, the bingsu had a smooth texture, with a strong Thai tea flavor in each bite. The cream cheese mousse added a richer flavor, while the vanilla ice cream, graham cracker crumble, and berries were great complements. The dessert was not too sweet, and we were impressed with how tasty the bingsu was.
Even though dinner was a complete flop, the dessert was delightful. I would come back for the Volcano Thai Tea, but I wouldn't try their savory options again.