Koh Lipe Thai Kitchen

Thai restaurant · Kensington-Chinatown

Koh Lipe Thai Kitchen

Thai restaurant · Kensington-Chinatown

35 Baldwin St, Toronto, ON M5T 1L1, Canada

Highlights

A lively gem serving up vibrant southern Thai dishes, from spicy curries to refreshing salads, perfect for a casual, flavorful outing.

35 Baldwin St, Toronto, ON M5T 1L1, Canada Get directions

kohlipe.ca

@kohlipeto

$20–30 · Menu

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@michelinguide

"Koh Lipe stands out among its Chinatown neighbors for its lively atmosphere and its authentic southern Thai cooking. Set over two floors and boasting a popular terrace, this place just feels fun, a mood buoyed by the friendly young staff.The kitchen dishes out regional specialties that deliver heat and flavor in spades. Coconut green curry beef with plantain and stink bean is a classic bowl of piping hot, delicious comfort. The chef's specials are always a sure bet, but for those diners who may be less familiar with Thai food, the noodle dishes are a perfect introduction. Don’t worry if there is a line—they turn around tables swiftly, so you won’t be waiting long to bite into those meaty prawn tails served with a kicky lime-chili dip." - Michelin Inspector

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@shad

When you can’t get into Pai, this is a close second

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@shad

Toronto for people from out of town

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@thfdl

some of the best thai food in the city! it’s small and a little hidden away but once you go it’s a hidden gem! love their guey tiew khaek

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@hammad

6️⃣ 🍔

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Blair Kim

Google

I’ve tried mango and papaya salads before, but it was my first time trying a pineapple salad and it was so refreshing and zesty! The Blue Noodle curry was spicier than I expected, but incredibly delicious. I also loved the crispy fried leaves such a nice touch. The pad thai was, of course, amazing. Perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness and saltiness. It was also my first time trying mango sticky rice. The mango shaped chocolate on top looked beautiful, and the combination of the mango, sticky rice, and condensed milk was absolutely perfect.

S M

Google

The BEST Thai food in Toronto. One of a kind southern Thai institution that ironically also serves the best pad Thai in the city too. Extremely pungent flavors and quite spicy, not for the faint of heart. Live once in your life and suck it up if you hate spicy food - just come here. EDIT: I've been coming here over the past 5 years. Also, they also serve the greatest dessert I've ever had (Alder's coconut pie is second) - you should probably order 2 of the mango sticky rice at least

Hari Nagarajan

Google

Had a great meal here and would definitely come back. The Massaman curry was rich, flavorful, and beautifully balanced with just the right amount of spice. The only miss for me was the stinkbean; the flavor didn’t quite work, so I ended up picking them out. But aside from that, everything else was spot on. The mango salad was bright, fresh, and absolutely amazing. I also tried both the mango juice and the mango cocktail, and both were excellent. Came back again: The Mee Puu (blue crab curry with vermicelli) was hands-down the best crab curry I’ve ever had—rich, spicy, and so satisfying. And the mango sticky rice? Just look at the photo—absolutely divine. Creamy, chewy, and beautifully presented in a white chocolate shell shaped like a mango!

Jan Kwak

Google

This one restaurant in the strip is always full. A wonderful Michelin star restaurant nestled in a strip of small neighborhood restaurants. We went there on a recommendation and were very impressed. The food is fabulous (explains the star) almost everything on the menu is spicy, but a good kind of Thai spice that is tasty and just right. Blends perfectly with fresh ingredients. Especially that special combination of cold vegetables, nuts and spice. Seems small from the street but they have an upstairs which is nice and cozy. Well worth it!

Ian DSa

Google

Came here on the recommendation of a friend and Holy Basil was this place amazing. The service was very fast, attentive and friendly. The place is well decorated and beautiful. Finally the star of the show, the food, was well presented, so very tasty and flavorful. I had the blue crab curry and if I had one gripe about it, it would be that it needs more crab in the curry especially for the price. My only caution would be to really check yourself on spice tolerance. Some of the dishes definitely have a good zing. But if things get too hot, get yourself some Thai ice cream afterward to cool off.

Jina B

Google

A friend recommended this Thai restaurant, and I’m so glad I tried it! We visited on a Sunday evening and were informed of a 90-minute dining limit once seated. Every dish we tried was fantastic, especially the appetizer pork belly – it was super crispy, and the seafood salad (a signature dish) was packed with an impressive amount of seafood. We were asked about the spicy level, and we chose medium, though it ended up being quite mild. We were hoping to enjoy dessert as well, but unfortunately, we ran out of time. Definitely recommend booking a table in advance!

Cathy

Google

Had lunch at this amazing spot with some friends, and wow every single dish was packed with flavour! From the first bite to the last, it was absolutely delicious. You could really taste the freshness and care in everything they served. We kept passing plates around so we could try a bit of everything, and there wasn’t a single miss. I’m already planning my next visit, this time with my husband, because it was that good. The only thing I wish they’d improve is the ability to split the bill. It’s such a small thing, but it would make group dining a whole lot smoother. Still, totally worth it for the food alone. Highly recommend!

Kriteeka Saxena

Google

This place is so good! Reservations are highly recommended as the queues and wait times are long. The mango salad is fresh, spicy and a standout, pad kee mao is one of the best and tasty, and the pad kra pao is full of flavour. The vermicelli with shrimp was light and yummy. Loved the rich crab curry too. Service was super fast. Food came out hot. Can’t wait to go back!