Koon Thai Kitchen

Fun atmosphere. Cute decor.. Attentive wait staff. A little bummed they didn't offer green curry. Decent size portions. Value in prices. The tables and benches were a little funky with mismatched cushions. We almost tipped bench when reaching over table but had a good laugh over it. definitely worth a try. I would say it was a 4.5. everything was good but not a solid 5.

Came here for lunch on a Saturday. There was plenty of parking since it was still early. But when we left the restaurant, so many cars were circling and waiting for people to leave. We ordered the spring rolls. It was pretty decent. My friend ordered the pad thai and it was good. My spicy noodles were delicious. I had it with crispy pork and it made it for a great treat. This place is a definitely go to for Thai food if you go early in the day or have patience looking for parking.

Koon Thai offers a diverse mix of traditional and modern Thai dishes, including vegan and vegetarian options. They have a very nice hip atmosphere and is nicely decorated. I ordered the Khao Khar Moo (F1 in the menu), and my wife had the Pad See Ew (G10 in menu), and the Tom Yum Soup. All of the food came out fresh and tasted very good. The pork in my order was very tender and flavorful. Most of the food on my plate, however, had a soup base almost drowning everything in my plate. The photo didn’t show it having that liquid. But whatever it was, it made the food so tasty. I will definitely come back to try more options. The service is very good and efficiently fast.

I was visiting friends in California this past week but am writing this during my layover. I went with a friend and her family for my last dinner of my trip and Koon Thai’s food certainly didn’t disappoint. We had a variety of dishes to share amongst the four of us but of the ones we ordered I absolutely loved the crab fried rice and pad see ew. The host and wait staff were very friendly and on top of things with us as well as the other tables they were assisting. They would check in frequently to efficiently handle any needs we had during the meal. Another strong suit was that the decor inside the restaurant was gorgeous and I couldn’t help looking around while I ate (and even taking pictures). It felt very elegant while still feeling warm and welcoming. I will definitely be back the next time I visit California.

This is my go-to Thai restaurant in San Diego! The restaurant itself is nicely decorated, inviting and the staff are all very friendly. All the food I’ve tried has been delicious. One of my favorite dishes being the Khao Soi Kai, which is very similar to ones I’ve tried in Thailand. Their Thai Fried Rice is also delicious and full of flavor. Definitely give them a try!

Koon Thai Kitchen is a San Diego staple, thriving for years in the competitive Convoy neighborhood, and for good reason. They go beyond the standard Thai fare with plenty of unique dishes. On our latest visit, we tried the pineapple fried rice, yum pla todd, and pad thai pu nim. All three dishes were spot-on in flavor. The only small surprise was that they didn’t ask for our preferred spice level like they usually do, maybe they noticed we had a toddler with us and assumed we’d want it mild. Service was excellent: prompt, attentive, and courteous. As a bonus, they offered us shrimp chips while we waited for our table, which was a nice touch.

Beautiful and casual atmosphere, colorful and fun, with upbeat music. Would be a great date place or a place to get together with friends. I had the fried pork belly and Tom kha soup and they were delicious. The service was very very friendly and very fast. They have different options for Thai iced tea as well. Highly recommend.

Best Thai I’ve had in very long time!! Service was good. Ask for hot sauces and they’ll bring out the tray of spicy choices. Loved that. We got a lot of food for the price we paid. We still had a lot left over after. Sticky fried rice was also yummy!! There’s plenty of parking but it was very busy we went around 6pm on Friday. Worth it!

The food are always excellent here. We came here a few times and never once did it disappoint us. Our favorite is the Pad Thai and the fried fish.

FOOD BOMB SERVICE BOMB SANDY BOMB They need to give her a raise honestly!!! She was sooo sweet and kind and loved her service. Love eating here, so cuteee and such a great vibe. I recommend the tom yum crispy pork and roti.

Amazing food and service. Will definitely be coming back. Had curry and pat thai! Thanks Gigi

Koon Thai hits all the right notes--great happy hour deals, tons of unique dishes, and a menu packed with variety you don't see every day. Appetizers are especially worth it during happy hour--flavorful, well-portioned, and affordable. From traditional staples to more adventurous picks, there's something new to try every visit. Great spot if you want to mix it up and still get authentic Thai flavors.

Drunken noodles were good. Not as hot as I thought an 8 would be. I'm really disappointed with the tom kha soup. It was a few shrimp, cabbage and mushroom. Most places do bell pepper, carrots and onion. I asked for chili and they never came back. Just got our order and brought the bill lol.

Decided to come back and give this place another try and order other dishes! Also discovered the buy one get one appetizer (only certain ones) free during happy hour. Food: Sam Chan Tod Nam Pla (9/10) - crispy, good protein, good flavor especially paired with the sauce Thai Jerky [Beef] (6/10) - a bit dry but paired with a good sauce Som Tum [Thai] - (7.5/10) - pretty refreshing and flavorful salad Creamy Tom Yum Goong Yai (7.5/10) - you can definitely taste coconut milk, it's flavorful and spicy. It was a bit too salty for me though. Spicy Fried Rice (8/10) - good portion to share, flavorful, spicy kick Crispy Tofu (8/10) - crispy but not too dry, yummy with sauce Gyoza (8/10) - nothing special but a decent gyoza. crispy and warm. Service: They were very nice and helpful as always! Ambiance: It gets busy even on a Monday. The atmosphere is buzzing with conversations at every table. The decorations are very floral and pretty!

Not the best Thai place ever. It's decent but I just wasn't a big fan of the flavor or the pad Thai. Appetizers are decent but my favorite Thai spot is far superior. The crispy chicken curry with the noodle was my least favorite. It's just a mess to eat and the noodles just end up soggy. It looks so much better than how it tastes. Inside is nice and spacious and clean. I like the open windows that bring in a lot of light. Service was quite slow. We had to ask for waters and ask to order because they were taking so long and just standing there. I do appreciate their happy hour! That was actually worth it, but everything else was not.

Koon Thai Kitchen is a longtime Asian eatery in the Convoy District. I have come several times in the past including once as a host of a group dinner. This visit was during a weekend lunch hour in which the place was nearly full during the first hour of operation. It seems that the decor has been updated over time to reflect a more intricate design reflective of Thai culture. One aspect of this restaurant is that the spiciness levels are authentic and not watered down for Americanized palates. Take note if you bring guests who may not be aware of this. On a sign posted outside the entrance was photos of several featured items. I chose the Goong Sarong from the grouping as an appetizer which was five shrimp skewers wrapped with fried egg noodles on the exterior. A sweet chili sauce was provided on the side. The presentation was quite photogenic, and the sauce was a perfect dip for the crunch wrapped shrimp. The Crab Fried Rice was my entree which took some time to prepare because I think it's one of the most popular choices. Their version is one of the best I have tried mainly due to the fluffiness of the rice. Add in the shredded pieces of real crab meat, and you have a simple well-executed dish. The service was slower than I expected, however the staff was trying their best to keep up with the volume of business. My latest experience at Koon Thai Kitchen was still at a four star level.

This was my first time trying Thai food that is not Pad Thai, and I was very pleasantly surprised! I ordered the pa nang curry and khao soi gai todd and loved both of them. The khao soi gai todd was a sweeter curry broth with pieces of chicken tenders in the dish. I liked the chicken--it made the dish quite filling! The dish also supposedly has chili oil drizzled on it, but I did not taste any spice at all. The pa nang curry was also very delicious. It was a curry made with coconut milk, and that made the dish quite sweet and creamy! I definitely would recommend both dishes. Overall, I had a great experience at Koon Thai! The food was sweet, savory, and unique! The only critique I have is regarding the portion sizes. The portions are a bit small for their price...

Food here always hits!! This time for the Massamun curry and tom yum noodle soup. Super savory and flavorful! Our waitress, Gigi was super friendly and efficient with our orders. Restaurant has plentiful seating and interesting details/decor to look at. Parking lot here is big compared to rest of convoy which is nice.

This is the spot for flavorful, authentic Thai food! I would personally give this spot a 4.5/5. Food: The spicy red curry was perfectly flavorful and rich with a touch of spice. I ordered it with chicken. The yellow curry was a tad too sweet and heavier but otherwise fine. Ambiance: Pretty nice interior, nothing crazy but it's clean and warm. Interior noise level was good, not too loud not too quiet. Service: Our server, Gabe, was very nice and attentive. Service was wonderful and we were promptly seated and taken care of. Other: There's a huge parking lot, especially for Convoy so parking is super easy even on weekends.

The Thai food at Koon Thai is authentic and delicious. They have a lot of unique options on their menu that you won't find in other Thai restaurants in San Diego. However, my group experienced a few issues with the service. Firstly, they did not provide us utensils - we had to ask for forks and spoons, chopsticks, and then napkins, which all came separately after our food was plated. Second, a server brought out my order, left it on another table, and didn't place it on our table until 5-10 minutes later. Lastly, they didn't give us to-go boxes, and when we asked, they didn't give us bags either. We felt like our group was an afterthought. I had no issues with the quality or pricing of the food. The establishment's interior design was also gorgeous. However, I am a bit disappointed in the service my group experienced at this restaurant.

Food is authentic and service is amazing. KM has many Thai restaurants, this is one of the best.

Solid Thai food. Full transparency that we came here days after returning from a trip to Thailand. The menu actually has a lot of the classic Thai dishes from all over Thailand. So it was kind of cool seeing some of those dishes, like the khao soi. We got the pad woon sen with chicken and the pineapple fried rice. Both at a spiciness level of 7. Both dishes were tasty! A good amount of ingredients in both and good flavor. The 7 spice level is definitely high but I still found it enjoyable while my partner said he'd probably do around a 5 next time. Pick your poison! The only negative would be that everyone's food came out at very different times. Not just 5 or so minutes. Probably close to 15. With a group of 10 it just made to a slightly less great experience. Service was nice and friendly otherwise.

As a self-proclaimed Thai food snob, I'll admit--my standards are sky-high, especially when it comes to my ultimate benchmark dish: drunken noodles. While I wouldn't say these were the best I've ever had in my life, they were undeniably fresh, and the noodles? Absolute perfection. Cooked to that magical texture--soft but still with a little bite. The flavor was solid, though I found myself wishing for a bit more punch--more Thai basil, maybe some tomatoes--but overall, it was a seriously satisfying dish. The craftsmanship in those noodles alone was impressive. I also got to sneak a few bites off my tablemates' plates (lucky me), and they were absolutely raving. They're San Diego locals and regulars here, which says a lot. I'm visiting from Northern California where we've got so many stellar Thai spots in Sacramento San Francisco, Berkeley San Jose in Fremont and even then, I'm already plotting my return visit with my whole extended family in tow. There are so many dishes I'm dying to try, especially the Tamarind Duck--one of my all-time faves. The menu is so extensive it was honestly painful not to order half of it on the spot. The vibe is effortlessly cool, the ambiance relaxed but stylish, and the staff? Super on it--efficient, friendly, even with a giant crowds, trying to get in for a weekday early lunch This place truly deserves a full five stars. Can't wait to come back and feast properly.

We were quickly seated on a busy Saturday night. The Tom Yum Noodles were so flavorful and had a strong amount of lime in the broth. The boat noodles were spiced very well and had a healthy amount of beef in the bowl. The curry was also well made and was a decent size. The casual eatery was packed and lively. Service was quick and helpful.

Quick service, they're always friendly to kids and food is amazing! Kate was amazing!

First time coming here ordered the chicken Pad Thai one of my favorite dishes first of all the staff here is outstanding very very nice the interior is beautifully decorated and the chicken Pad Thai is outstanding food good interior good staff great what more can you ask for will I be back absolutely

Lunch at Koon Thai was so delish and comparable to Thai cuisine in LA. We got the basil duck and fried rice for 2 people and it was more than enough. This duck was so crispy juicy and went so well with the vegetables. Our server Gigi was also so kind and quick with service! Will definitely be coming back.

This is my favorite Thai place in the area, the food is so authentic and they give great portions. The service is also great, we love Bomi she is always attentive and very friendly. The Thai fried rice is my personal favorite but I've also had the curry and Satay chicken and loved those as well. The vibes and decor in the restaurant are also nice with fun light music playing. I definitely recommend this place to everyone!

Koon Thai is always a great place to come enjoy real Thai food! -We order Yum Pla Todd spicy 3 and it was amazing! , 9.5/10 - Issan wonder is pack with tasty flavor real authentic Thai spicy 10/10 - Tum Laos is super good! I normally can't eat spicy but we order level 8 and it was super yummy! 10/10 - crispy pork belly was the best!!! 10/10 Service was above and beyond will definitely come back Server name " Bomi" was the best! She is very helpful with order and make sure we got everything we need!!!

Enjoyed Happy Hour and dinner here this evening. The food came out quick and was delicious. We ordered the gyozas, garlic edamame, yellow curry and pad see ew! Gabe was our server and he was great!

Came here on a Saturday and was seated right away. We ordered Crab Fried Rice, Pad Thai with Mock Duck, and Boat Noodle Soup. The Crab Fried Rice was the best one out of the three. They put a generous amount of crab meat which made every bite worth it. Each bite was very well seasoned and got me wanting more. The Pad Thai was okay. It had plenty of flavor but maybe a bit too much to the point where it was very salty and sweet at the same time. Noodles were also a bit overcooked. The mock duck that came with it was cooked perfectly, chewy and had a unique taste for those new to it. Lastly was the boat noodle soup. I felt like it was again very flavorful, however, I thought the soup was very salty. I also didn't really like the texture of the soup, but I guess it's supposed to taste like that. Overall, I did like the generous amount of meat and portion size they provided. Service was quick and attentive. Large dining area for large parties. Parking was easy since it's shared with other restaurants in a large lot.

Went for dinner twice and will be back again. They have a good variety of Thai dishes and their staff is kind and accommodating. I've never had to wait to be seated. The inside is pretty and nicely decorated. Their prices seem a little high, but that might just be what Thai food costs.

Ranks on the lower end up Thai food in San Diego for me. I thought their pad kee mao was delicious but the yellow curry was too salty. I will say their portions seem decent and the restaurant itself is very cute with lots of seating. The service was also wonderful and we were able to make reservations beforehand so minimal waiting.

Food was amazing!!! Me and buddy especially loved the saucy flavorful pad Thai, but personally I would rate every dish we got at least a 9+ out of 10. We got the -massaman curry -khao soi chicken (super good) -pad kee mao (drunken noodles) -Thai tea Our server Katy was awesome too. Checked on us frequently and accommodated to my peanut allergy smoothly :) Place was super nice and cozy with a lot of Thai feel! Plenty of seating as well Only thing is I wish the pad kee map have more veggies than just bell pepper. Maybe some tomato or leafy greens would nice.

This place is YUMMY. Perfect for gatherings with booth seating, and great menu offerings. It's always nicely decorated in a different theme when I walk in. Service is attentive, and they offer combos/deals on appetizers and meals. F 5 Tom Yum Noodle Crispy Pork: really awesome. The soup is delicious and sour, a hearty tomato-based flavor I am starting to fall in love with. The crispy pork has this satisfying crisped chewy coating that pairs it well. I think this street food special dish has the best of three worlds- broth, noodles, and crispy pork. Massamun Curry: Spice is tolerable for the weak, and it's a sweeter flavor many might enjoy. Panang curry: more savory, stronger flavor profile. Apps: Fried tofu and gyoza are a good bite to share. The cream cheese wontons and the satay skewers knock it out of the park- top choices for sure! Try the 4-apps deal if you have a party. Koon Thai earns their popularity as a well established thair restaurant. Can't go wrong here.

Tom yum noodle soup with crispy pork belly. That's it. This bowl was just as good as it sounds. The creamy tom yum was incredibly flavorful and so well balanced. The rice noodles soaked up all of the yummy broth. The crispy pork belly was top notch. The skin was super crispy and the meat was juicy and succulent. The onsen egg was creamy and delicious too. One of the best bowls of noodle soup I've had in a long time. Service was friendly and there was a great lunch menu. Price is on par with the rest of town. Beautifully decorated inside. A great spot all around for a date or to catch up with friends.

Gabe was a very good server and very attentive. The restaurant has a very good ambiance overall.

Food is nothing special but wow service is totally HORRIBLE. FONNY learn to treat people with respect and understanding. You are rude and just mean! Quoted me 25 min for pickup; 5 min late then I added rice when they told its just a couple minutes. After 5 min I asked and FONNY put her hand up by my face and told me she wasn't the one who took my order and she will check. It took 15 min for just a side of rice. Then there were no fish sauce I asked and she literally told me she's too busy! Are you kidding? Whether it's poor management or bad workload DONT TAKE IT OUT ON YOUR CUSTOMERS. Never again!

Gabe was a really awesome server. The food here was delicious and came out really fast. Everything was fresh and tasted amazing. Will be back soon. The music was also a vibe.

Mango Basol, my bartender, Mhee made me special drink with escarchado very very good. I love the service and asian vibe here. Thank you. Food was good drink was good, definitely will be back.

Service was quick and helpful, and we came when it was not too busy. I actually do not recommend the spicy fried rice. As pictured it was not spicy at all when we told them we were ok with a level 5 out of 10. It was like a level 0. Also it was lacking some flavor. Otherwise the pad see ew was super flavorful, hot, and not too salty. The Khao soi ga todd fried chicken was super crunchy and tender, but I did wish there was more soup with the noodles.

Been here many time but the food used to taste way better . I'm not sure why maybe they changing the new owner? Still good:) service just ok

It's been awhile since I've been here but decided to get Thai food close by. They've done a lot of decorations to the place so it's nice inside. Off Convoy across from the Costco Business Center. Overall it's not bad but could be better. The Thai tea was a little bland to me. Felt like it was poured from a can. The pineapple fried rice was very curry tasting which I didn't expect. Also it said there was suppose to have raisins in the rice but there wasn't any. The tom yum soup was good and flavorful. The service was a little lacking. Our server basically just took our order but never really checked on us to see if we needed anything. We actually needed more napkins and flagged down a bus boy on his way back to the kitchen but he told us to ask for our server. We just needed napkins and it was an easy request but he couldn't do it. Guess he was too busy trying to get orders out to others. Also it was advertised there were buy one, get one free appetizers for happy hour until 6pm. We were there about 5:40 and our server did not inquire us about that. We only found out from another table telling us and that there should have been a menu on each table. But I guess because it was close to the end of happy hour, they decided to remove the menu. We finally talked to our server and asked about the happy hour and she said yes until 6pm and she apologized for not telling us and also for removing the menu. Too little too late at that point to order since we already got our food. So overall, not the best experience and food was average. I've had better Thai food elsewhere.

Food is a liiiiitle salty but verrrrry delicious! Prices are reasonable. Not your standard Thai, a boutique restaurant where you'll try flavors and recipes you don't normally get. A definite must-try! Our server, Mhee, was thoughtful and attentive. He was great! Thank you, Mhee!!!

Five star experience. The food and service was fantastic. Gabe was exceptional and gave fantastic happy hour recommendations.

I must to thank you to Gigi for her suggestions The food is delicious and I will definitely come back .

I had their pad thai and pad see ew via Postmates/Uber Eats, and it didn't taste as good as I remember it tasting a couple of years ago but still solid. Their khao soi is still my favorite though.

Food was great as usual but the service was shockingly a turnoff ( -1 star here). Koon Thai was our goto place and we were pretty loyal diners here, that might change. Other experiences were good in the past but the latest time left a sour taste for us. We went on a Thursday night and surprisingly, the restaurant was pretty crowded (not packed but had good traffic). The occasion was a send-off gathering, so naturally we were trying to get as much conversation in as possible. Our waitress came to our table and asked what we wanted and we had some general ideas but we were still discussing. Rather than give us more time, she stood there and waited. When we discussed amongst ourselves for what protein we wanted, she gave us a pushy, "What would you like to order?" We rushed to finish ordering and she walked off. Our dining experience was alright but we had an empty pot in front of us for a while which got in the way of our dining since we were eating family style. The waitress walked past us many times to other tables and simply ignored us. When we tried to ask her to take away the empty pot she gave us a, "I can't," with a tone that told us that we were being a nuisance for asking for a simple item to be taken away. We moved it to the DIRTY table next to us (Dirty emphasized since we weren't willing to be rude and place an empty pot on a clean table) and of course that earned us a nice side eye when she went and cleaned that table up. We finished our meal and got our check. We asked to order a dish togo and when asked about the spice level, she gave us so much attitude - as if we were supposed to know that the restaurant doesn't have 1-3 spice on their range of spices, only 0, 4-10 for this ONE specific dish. Specific since when she asked us what we wanted for our other dishes, we said 3 and she said Ok. We got our stuff and left. Honestly, at least the food was good. That was the one thing that saved this review from hitting 2 or 3 stars for the service. Highly likely will not be coming back. I don't like being petty and picky with servers and service, but I'd prefer to not have to pay to be treated like a nuisance. Unfortunate since the food here is really, really good. Overall Rating: Food: 10/10 Service: ....LMAO / 10 Menu: 10/10 Restaurant Vibes: 10/10 Price to Overall Dining (POD): 7/10 - Don't get me wrong, the price of the food items are good, the service just makes it a terrible overall dining.

Amazing food. Pad Thai, and the CreamCheese Puffs were excellent. Thai twa was perfect, service friendly

Food was delicious- ordered the pad Thai and pad see ew. Also got come Thai ice tea. Delicious, fast, and friendly service. Inside the restaurant is really nicely decorated. It's very cute and somewhere you can have a date or not with friends.

Crab fried rice was a little bland but it's ok after the chilly sauce or salt. I had the crab seperated. Love it! Pad Thai need more wet and seasoning. Need spicy level 7 next time :) I also wished there were more peanut and fried tofu.

New food and drinks items! Great service as always! Seasonal decor for spring is up! Definitely top tier Thai food in convoy.

Koon Thai Kitchen in Convoy offers an authentic Thai dining experience. As we entered the restaurant, we were greeted by a pedicab; an iconic three-wheeled bicycle with a carriage, which added to the cultural atmosphere. The staff, dressed in traditional attire and speaking Thai, made us feel as if we had stepped right into Thailand. The service was friendly and attentive and the restaurant was kept clean. As for the food, it did not disappoint. We tried lemon-seared seafood, stir-fried tofu, shrimp curry and white rice. Each dish was beautifully prepared and full of flavor. It was a delightful meal all around.

Exceptional food and such amazing service from Gigi! Definitely coming back for the whole experience

I love Koon Thai! I have been coming here when I went to university in San Diego and was glad to be able to have it again on my recent San Diego trip. Their staff is very welcoming and friendly, helping us navigate through the menu. We had a large party of over 10 people and they were able to accommodate us. The space is quite big inside, which you wouldn't expect from the outside. The food came out fresh and quick. Everything was well seasoned and cooked to perfection! They have a spiciness scale they would ask you for every dish. I would suggest ordering a bit on the lower end as the spicy pepper they use pack quite the punch! Our favorite dishes were the Pad See Ew noodles and the Lamb dish with the Crispy Roti! That sauce that the lamb is cooked in is heavenly! This place is one of my favorite Thai restaurants and is a must try for anyone in the area.

Quality experience every time! Tasteful and authentic Thai cuisine. We personally enjoy the atmosphere and friendly staff that enhance our visit.

We order the chicken satay, seafood tom yum soup and beef pad thai. The flavor for everything was good & big portions. The 2 cons would be - the pad thai we ordered beef (pricing is more) but it was mixed with beef and chicken, we let our server know and he said it's all beef & didn't do anything about it & after this meal we were so thirsty the rest of the night! On a friday night we waited about 20 mins which was pretty quick and big parking lot.