Nicky's Thai Kitchen

Great location in the downtown area designated as the Cultural District. We were here on a weeknight early evening, and the place was packed! Got a table outside along the wall, but in the walkway so people were constantly passing very close to us as we dined. Service was good and they did not ignore us. The Tom Yum soup and Tom Kha Soup were both good and really a ton of vegetables in each. Pad Phet (spicy) with chicken was excellent The Panang curry with pork was requested to be Thai spicy (extra hot) and that kinda fell flat for me. Overall a good meal for both of us.

It was nice. This was my first visit. I really like the atmosphere. The cultural designs, various statues. It was nice. It was intimate. It wasn't too bright. It was comfortable. I had great company. It gave it a little mysterious feel to it and the food was good. The crab rangoon was excellent. I tried some of their Maki latte. I didn't care for that too much. It's kind of sweet and it's mixed with green tea. I think I'll try something else next time. I wasn't really impressed with that and I'm not sure if it contained the little balls or not. It wasn't awful, by any means. It was a different flavor and I probably wouldn't get it again. It wasn't nasty. It's just not anything that resonated with me. But I will definitely be going back for a return visit. I think my meal choice was shrimp fried rice or something along those lines and I think it included vegetables.

My fav Thai restaurant in Pittsburgh in the heart of the Cultural District downtown. I always opt to done outside in their oasis on the sidewalk. It is so very well done with umbrellas over every table and greenery surrounding you on all sides with hanging lights throughout, such that you are in your own world sheltered from the ongoing traffic. The service is always impeccable which is great because they do tack on automatically a 20 percent service fee, no matter your party size. This is not revealed aloud until they bring you the bill. But, since you will get service, food, and atmosphere well worth at least 20 percent, let it be. The menu options are lengthy. I have always been pleased with presentation, quality, and quantity and always have plenty to take home. Spice levels are 1 to 5. Level 2 I found too mild, three was perfect for my taste. The servers will help you decide. It can be pricey but so worth it. I will definitely return.

Came by for lunch which I think was great value, especially for downtown! No wait for a table of 2, the lunch is an entree with a soup or salad . The salad is nice and fresh, but the pineapple dressing is quite sweet. The soup of the day, chicken and rice, was really delicious and flavorful, definitely recommend! The spicy noodles (essentially drunken noodles) was amazing, great flavor and portion and if you like spice, level 3 is perfect! It has a ton of delicious sauce too, almost too much but loved the flavor. It’s a little odd that even for a party of 2 for lunch, tip is already included in the bill, but the price was so good for the portion and quality that it’s totally worth it to me! Great spot to stop by!

We stopped by Nicky's Thai Kitchen on Christmas Eve when many places were closed and were glad to find them open. We were greeted at the front and seated toward the back near the kitchen. The space is beautifully done, and even on a holiday evening it felt lively yet comfortable. Ordered Fresh Spring Rolls — $8.00 Not your usual spring rolls; these include tofu. After looking at the menu later, it clearly lists fried tofu as an ingredient, so that explains why this one wasn’t our favorite. Wonton Soup $7.00 Samosa $8.00 Pad Thai $22.00 Spicy Fried Rice with Chicken $21.00 Two Ginger Beers $6.00 each Subtotal: $78.00 Tax: $5.46 Service charge 20%: $15.60 Total: $99.06 Service charge is noted on the receipt, and the restaurant's own site confirms a dine‑in service charge and tipping policy for dine‑in orders. The spring rolls were the only item that didn't quite land for us, due to the tofu, but everything else was excellent. I ordered the spicy fried rice at spice level 3, which the server warned me might be hot and he was right. From the first spoonful I was sweating; it was that spicy. It was too hot for me to finish on the spot, so I asked for a take‑home box. Portions are generous easily enough for two people to share one dish. That was a huge bonus. If you're not into very spicy food, go with heat level 1 or 2; the food is still flavorful, just less intense. Based on this experience, I'll return and order level 1 next time. Our server was kind, polite, and checked in often. He even joked about the spice level when he saw me sweating, which showed good rapport. Beautiful, inviting space, even on a busy holiday night. The vibe near the kitchen was energetic but not chaotic. The 20% service charge felt unusual to us and is something diners should be aware of in advance. It’s clearly listed, but it did affect the overall bill. Still, given the delicious food, generous portions, attentive service, and the fact they were open on Christmas Eve, this is a place we'll gladly return to, just with a milder spice level next time.

I can't say enough good things about the service, but that's where it ends for me. We chose to sit outside and that was a mistake for me. I don't want to listen to people yelling from their cars, loud mufflers, and smell car exhausts, while eating. We eat outside often and never experienced this, the tables are too close to the traffic passing by. We ordered our typical Thai dishes that we enjoy and truthfully every dish lacked flavor. My husband's tom yum looked delicious, but he could barely eat it something was in it that he didn't like. Maybe too much sour flavor and not balanced enough. I didn't care for my pad thai either, not sure of the carrots and cabbage on top. The fresh rolls were just OK. I was shocked at the high reviews that led us here. We are not from the area, so maybe that's what the locals like. Overall, I will not return.

We had a lovely experience here! The place feels cozy and welcoming, and the food was genuinely good. They also have a nice vegan menu, which was a great surprise. Overall, we really enjoyed our dinner and would definitely come back.

The food was good for someone who hasn't tried a Thai food. This could be a nice base for you to understand how Thai food tastes, however, for someone who loves Thai food you will notice the lack of marination in the meat and savory. The crispy duck curry was served with no crisp into it (it's part of their special menu) the sauce was savory tho. The crying tiger beef or they have it as tiger cry beef it has a good sauce but the meat itself lacks of marination. The service was phenomenal! She serves a group of more than 9 people with a breeze. Our server also initiated a Sake Bomb shot and everyone was on board. It was so fun! And we are happy we had that kind of vibes that brought to the table. Ambiance, you know they really spent time to make sure the place is well situated. Every corner is an embodiment of Thai arts and culture. It was nice to see.

They have adorable seating outside that makes you feel like you're very private, not on the street. -- when it's nice out! Otherwise, it's indoor seating. The service was decent, but a little slow when it's busy. We ordered the pad thai with chicken on a 3/5 spice level. We also ordered the red curry with chicken on a 3/5. Both dishes were good and gave generous portions. Two of us shared them and had leftovers. I would argue that there wasn't enough rice for the curry but I'm sure I could have asked for more. I like spice but not for it to overpower the flavors and I think 3 was nice but I'd be intrigued by a 4 next time. The sauce in the curry was flavorful, had loads of vegetables in it as well. The pad Thai had everything you'd expect. They do include a 20% "service charge" which is the tip so that's an interesting strategy. I wasn't upset about it tonight but if I had really bad service or something, I might have been upset about that. I also got the Thai iced tea to try and it was delicious. A milky iced sweet tea in reality. Tonight there wasn't a wait, which not sure if it was the weather or time of year. They did say they take reservations so it must be a phone call kind, not online. Good to know if you have a show and are on a tight timeframe.

Came by for lunch which I think was great value, especially for downtown! No wait for a table of 2, the lunch is an entree with a soup or salad. The salad is nice and fresh, but the pineapple dressing is quite sweet. The soup of the day, chicken and rice, was really delicious and flavorful with a strong garlic flavor, definitely recommend! The spicy noodles (essentially drunken noodles) was amazing, great flavor and portion and if you like spice, level 3 is perfect! It has a ton of delicious sauce too, almost too much but loved the flavor. It's a little odd that even for a party of 2 for lunch, tip is already included in the bill, but the price was so good for the portion and quality that it's totally worth it to me! Great spot to stop by!

I'm torn... the food was better than most Thai places - but the 20% MANDATORY tip (which they call a service fee) just sucks. The food - we had spring rolls, steamed dumplings, sen mee pad see eaw, and a pumpkin special that was good, but essentially just a green curry. The sen mee pad see eaw was STELLAR as were the steamed dumplings. The service was fine without being too overbearing, and the overall prices were ok. The decor and ambience were nice: a mishmosh of North Indian and Thai art. I like to tip about 15-20% - sometimes more, and rarely less if there's some weird issue that's unresolved. MANDATORY TIPS ARE FEES, NOT TIPS. I resent being told exactly how much I must tip and I avoid those restaurants. But since were were invited to dine here by another couple, we were saddled with a 20% surcharge.

Great location in the downtown area designated as the Cultural District. We were here on a weeknight early evening, and the place was packed! Got a table outside along the wall, but in the walkway so people were constantly passing very close to us as we dined. Service was good and they did not ignore us. The Tom Yum soup and Tom Kha Soup were both good and really a ton of vegetables in each. Pad Phet (spicy) with chicken was excellent The Panang curry with pork was requested to be Thai spicy (extra hot) and that kinda fell flat for me. Overall a good meal for both of us.

I got a spicy noodle lunch special and a tomato yum soup. The spicy noodle portion is huge! It can definitely feed at least two and it comes with a starter soup or salad. I got the soup and it was a very homey soup, most likely a combo of different scraps from other dishes making for a flavorful broth. The spicy noodle itself is very flavorful and has an undertone of Thai basil. It was a nicely done drunken noodle variation. The tom yum soup was okay. It was most likely made with vinegar rather than tamarind or anything. It was also overfilled with veggies and chicken and barely had soup. I thought I was eating a salad at one point. I came during a huge lunch rush so I did have to wait a bit to get in and just sat at the bar. It was okay, but everything was a bit sticky. Overall, decent Thai food.

The food was good for someone who hasn't tried a Thai food. This could be a nice base for you to understand how Thai food tastes, however, for someone who loves Thai food you will notice the lack of marination in the meat and savory. The crispy duck curry was served with no crisp into it (it's part of their special menu) the sauce was savory tho. The crying tiger beef or they have it as tiger cry beef it has a good sauce but the meat itself lacks of marination. The service was phenomenal! She serves a group of more than 9 people with a breeze. Our server also initiated a Sake Bomb shot and everyone was on board. It was so fun! And we are happy we had that kind of vibes that brought to the table. Ambiance, you know they really spent time to make sure the place is well situated. Every corner is an embodiment of Thai arts and culture. It was nice to see.

We ordered pick up. Portions were huge and really good for leftovers. Even though we said for Phad see ew medium spicy it still came out pretty spicy. The pumpkin custard with black rice dessert was really sweet. I could only take 2 bites. Steam dumplings were very meaty and good. Teriyaki chicken - the chicken pieces were pretty big. It's more on 3.5 stars but 4 because of the portion size.

My fav Thai restaurant in Pittsburgh in the heart of the Cultural District downtown. I always opt to dine outside in their oasis on the sidewalk. It is so very well done with umbrellas over every table and greenery surrounding you on all sides with hanging lights throughout, such that you are in your own world sheltered from the ongoing traffic. The service is always impeccable which is great because they do tack on automatically a 20 percent service fee, no matter your party size. This is not revealed aloud until they bring you the bill. But, since you will get service, food, and atmosphere well worth at least 20 percent, let it be. The menu options are lengthy. I have always been pleased with presentation, quality, and quantity and always have plenty to take home. Spice levels are 1 to 5. Level 2 I found too mild, three was perfect for my taste. The servers will help you decide. It can be pricey but so worth it. I will definitely return.

We stopped by on a Sunday evening for dinner and it was very busy, perhaps due to the Sunday night football game. It seemed like most of the (alcoholic) beverages/cocktails came with an ice cube that is lit up and constantly changing in color, which was a fun touch. After seeing how large the portion sizes were for some of the noodle-based plates, our group considered sharing a few plates together. However, this restaurant enforces a $10 split plate charge, and so we all opted to order our own meal. I ordered the pad see ew with shrimp - I thought the sauce was too sweet and was lacking the savory notes, and the shrimp had little to no seasoning, as if they just tossed the shrimp in without taking any time to marinate it. Also, the spice level ranges from 1-5, and at 2, it's still very mild. Our service was friendly. FYI - there is an automatic service charge added to all bills here, which they do not announce when they hand you the bill (20% for parties of 9 or fewer; 25% for parties of 10 or more).

Really great flavor when you come to Nicky's for Thai food. I always forget to snap pics because I am so excited to just dig in. I ordered the broccoli with shrimp and made sure it was spicy because why not and it delivered. So delicious and not too salty. I also inhaled the glass noodles with chicken and really wish I had a pic to show you. Huge portions - definitely big enough to share. The outdoor tables on the street are so cute and set up great for people watching and relaxing in the nice weather. They did such a great job making this the go to spot for Thai food in Pittsburgh. I will always return when I'm in town!

I constantly brag (to anyone who will listen) that Pittsburgh's Thai food is top tier and Nicky's Thai Kitchen is one of my favorites. My go to is the Massaman Curry. Homemade creamy peanut sauce with potatoes and mixed veggies is everything you'll ever need. (Make it spicy) The atmosphere is also very homey, warm, and welcoming. Also nice talking to the staff (when it's not super busy) and that goes to show how popular it really is. I've been to all the Nicky's Thai Kitchen locations and love that all offer the same quality of taste which is hard to do I think. I LOVE it here.

Food was delicious and portions gave me leftovers for lunch the next day. Definitely need to come back asap!! One of my favorite spots downtown

The food was okay. I didn't like the imposed tip for dine in. The point of tip is gratuity. If you're going to impose tip, then why not just mark up your menu prices by 20% instead of "imposing a tip". Also I had the peanut chicken salad. It was SALTY! So salty I was thirsty all night long. And I couldn't even finish the whole salad because it was just that salty. So I wouldn't recommend that dish to anyone.

1/16/25 Ate List: Chicken Pad Thai (spice 2) - Score 8.9 W/ Salad - 6.5 First thing's first. Service was amazing. So quick. Was seated immediately. Was less than 10 minutes from ordering to the meal being in front of me. LOVED THAT. Salad came very quickly. Overall was good, had some citrus and onion in it. Liked it. The Chicken Pad Thai was phenomenal. Will absolutely come back for it. Noodles were delicious and very light. Spice level was good at 2, feel like spice level 3 would be manageable. And the portion was perfect. Cleaned my plate. So so good. Restaurant's ambiance is nice too. Feels busy but in a way that isn't off putting.

Food was delicious! Had depth of flavor in everything. The sauces in both the yellow curry noodle and pad pheet are good enough alone to have with just plain rice. The decor is beautiful, colorful and eclectic. Staff is friendly and helpful. Would definitely be back again when in the neighborhood.

Awesome atmosphere with low lighting and relevant art. Were greeted at the door and offered indoor or outdoor seating options. Once seated, immediately served water and acknowledged by the wait staff. Friendly, warm, welcoming, and provided good guidance. Thoughtful recommendations. We wanted to ensure we could both eat within our dietary boundaries and wait staff helped us get there. Started with a blue cucumber and Pinot Grigio ~ lovely and refreshing. Ordered the chefs special vegan duck and the tofu eggplant. Cooked to perfection! Staff checked in regularly. Everyone friendly and suitable for all clients. Just the right amount of attentive. Was full but wanted to try the Mango Sticky Rice - very nicely done. So happy we ate here!!

I have eaten at this location a lot. It's very convenient to my work downtown or if you're going to a show in the Cultural District. It has a good reputation as a reliably good Thai restaurant with a nicely decorated interior and a beautiful outdoor space on Penn Avenue if the weather is right. Today for the first time in an unseasonably cold spring, the weather was spot-on for outdoor dining, or just leaving the office for lunch, and perhaps Nicky's just didn't anticipate what a packed house they were going to get for lunch. We walked down with a group of six from work, with four choosing to sit indoors and two of us opting for outdoors, which was probably the only number of party there was space for outdoors when we arrived around 12:15 PM. We ordered one Thai coffee and one Thai iced tea. Our server had excellent recommendations when asked, as my colleague is from out of town and hadn't been here before. When I mentioned I was vegetarian, he also made a point of telling me that the dish I had chosen had a shrimp base that isn't mentioned on the menu. I could have found that out by scanning the QR code for the vegan-specific menu, but I really appreciated him calling it out as I know I have ordered and eaten that cashew dish before and never had it mentioned. Instead I went with the basil bowl with rice. We both got salads which came relatively quickly and were different and fresh with chopped nuts and pineapple. After that, however, it took very long to receive our entrées. We were served probably around 1:35, with a meeting to get back to by 2. We both ate and really enjoyed our entrées, but at that point felt a bit rushed and had to pack up half of our food to go so we wouldn't be late. I can't say the service wasn't good because I really appreciated the knowledge, recommendations and speed of everything else, such as taking our orders and bringing us boxes and settling our checks. It just felt like the kitchen was not adequately staffed or prepared for a full restaurant on Tuesday afternoon.

So authentic and delicious. They were so nice and accommodating of our large party, and the vibes were very chill and cute. Such a great spot!!

I came here with a large group from work one evening. I was able to call ahead to make a reservation, and I highly recommend doing this. I was worried it was going to be so crowded since we noticed a line outside the door the night before! The staff were very welcoming and attentive and were accommodating to our needs. The restaurant is BYOB but also has a full bar that you can order from. We ordered spring rolls and egg rolls to share, which were tasty. We all ordered a dish each, which I will say is not necessary if you are sharing with a large group. The portions are very generous - it is family style portions for sure! I was able to try the pineapple fried rice, spicy Thai basil fried rice, beef pad see ew, and the kao soy. All of the dishes were absolutely delicious! The icing on top of the delicious meal was that the Thai spicy level (1-5) was actually spicy! I got the spicy level 5, and usually at other spots I am underwhelmed, but this place had me sweating! I will certainly be back here if I ever come back to Pittsburgh. Great experience!

High-quality, large-portioned Thai food in a busy setting downtown. We arrived right when they opened and people were already waiting at the door. In the hour we were there the entire place filled up and got loud, so I'd definitely recommend an earlier dinner if possible. The pad see ew had delightfully chewy noodles and spice level 2 was perfect for this dish. It was a ton of food, but it should be for the $$$. I'd definitely recommend the sticky rice mango for dessert. The mango was perfectly ripe and it was a wonderful way to finish off the meal.

Servers were nice, and the chicken pad Thai flavors were great. Got the spicy in 4 and which was spicy and I liked it! Wish I got a bit more broccoli and eggs in it though haha.

Great food and ambiance .. beautiful decoration.. the patio area is beautiful.. the decoration inside is very unique

Nicky's Thai Kitchen on Penn is one of two locations in the Pittsburgh area. I would recommend making a reservation ahead of time because the waitlist can get very long, very fast. The best way to make a reservation is to call (make sure you call the right location). We went to Nicky's for dinner around opening time on a Friday night. The space is elegant and has a regal Thai feel to it. There are large statues throughout the interior. The service was terrific. Our waiter was very attentive but not overly attentive to the point where it felt like they were hovering. The food was some of the best Thai food I have had ever (and I've been to Thailand). The spicy levels were spot on and the quality was amazing. One of my favorite things about my experience was the portion size. Not only was the food delicious, there was a lot of it! We actually had to get to-go boxes (which is rare for me). The cocktails were delicious and so was their presentation. This place is on the pricer end but it's well worth it for a date night, celebration, or something of the sort! I'll definitely return!

Best thai food in pittsburgh hands down. Easily. Pork belly rice and pad see ew were phenomenal. Date night price for meal tho. Amazing service. Drink was p strong, me and gf pref sweeter lighter drinks but to each their own. Will def come back.

Okay well food is always a 10/10. Absolutely never fails to fill me up and make me so happy I went. Best crab rangoon with the tastiest sauce. The pad see ew with chicken is my favorite and never fails. My friend got the chicken pad thai and it makes sense that it is their famous dish! The service was a bit slow, we sat at our table for 10/15 minutes before anyone even came to say hi. They are working hard because it is so busy which explains why we were elbow to elbow with the neighboring table. Would definitely go!

A bit hit and miss in food. Crispy duck dish was hit, but the pork roast appetizer was a miss. Solid service and busy ambiance. It's a solid choice but not worth making a trip especially for it.

This was one of the worst dining experiences I've had. The service was terrible, and the food was even worse. We ordered the coconut soup, and it was just disgusting--nowhere near what a real coconut soup should taste like. Then came the crab rangoon, which was the smallest I've ever seen. It was honestly hard to even find them on the plate. We ended up canceling the duck because it came out way too dry. I've spent three weeks in Thailand and travel to Asia often, so I know what authentic Thai food tastes like--and this was definitely not it. With the prices they're charging, it was beyond disappointing. Never again.

This place is great! The service was very personal, and the server came multiple times to check on the table. The food came out in a very reasonable amount of time. You could tell it was cooked fresh. The portions were very large, so much that every single person had a huge amount of leftovers. Food was absolutely delicious. Probably some of the best Thai food I've ever had in USA. Pat had a lot of shrimp in the dish and was very flavorful with the added cilantro and herbs. The place was very busy and you can expect some wait time. It's probably best to make reservations . the restaurant is decorated very Asian style, which made it a very pretty setting. The place was quite loud and busy and full of life, definitely come here for a fun night out with some great food

Absolutely fantastic. From easiness of reservation to quick seating upon arrival. Great ambiance of the whole place. Quick professional service. All our dishes were excellent. Their spice flavor at #4 is great. Appetizers were flawless. Pineapple rice, red Curry, ginger chicken entrées were flavorful!

Nicky's Thai is so so so good. Every experience I've had here has been phenomenal. The portions here are HUMONGOUS and their flavors are spot on!!!! I love getting their pad Thai and their spicy garlic noodles. All their curries are also delicious. Their Tom yum soup comes out in a pot with a flame in the middle which is super unique and cute! I look forward to coming back here every time!!! Nicky's is a def must try!

Had a nice lunch here in the middle of the day. Wasn't too many people, but don't let that make you think the food is less than spectacular! I ordered the red curry and really enjoyed it!

Love Nicky's for their dependable, delicious food and such pretty interior! I went in September so the outside seating was still set up and I always love all the different plants and flowers surrounding you. Thai tea was amazing, and I was pleasantly surprised of how light and fragrant the side soup of my fried rice was. This was actually my first restaurant ever in Pittsburgh back in 2020 and I'm always excited to go back and visit.

We found this restaurant just before they opened on a Sunday. There were people waiting for it to open. Within the hour, the restaurant was packed. It was beautifully decorated, albeit a little crowded in areas, like ours. We had a table right next to our table for 2 and the backs of people almost touching our table in the other side which wasn't a problem til just before we left. The food was absolutely amazing. I have eaten a lot of Thai and I was impressed. Don't skimp on dessert. The sticky mango rice is worth it. I can see why it was so busy. Enjoy!

I love Nicky's Thai. The food comes out piping hot and delicious. The pad see ew has garlicky addicting goodness that makes it hard to stop but the portion is so big that you'll most likely not finish all the food. The service was really nice and accommodating when I sat outside but started getting eaten alive by mosquitoes so they seamlessly helped us move inside. I love their outdoor seating though and will be putting on bug spray before.

Three stars due to....It is f****** hot in here. You will sweat while you eat---no spice needed. It was uncomfortable. It had us thinking we were experiencing premenopausal episodes. The temperature forced us into changing our cravings to only looking at "cold" options. CUE ALL the frozen drinks and appetizers. Once we settled (though still steamy), we ordered an entrée and shared our mutual distress of being an older woman. Food was very flavorful and service was exceptional.

Popped in for lunch during my conference break and it got extremely busy. However it seems like they are used to this level of customers. The service was quick and friendly. I got a chicken pad Thai mild (I definitely should have got a hotter level, the mild had no spice). The chicken was pretty tough but the noodles were really good. I also got a side mango salad- the dressing was really good. The restaurant charges a 20% service charge on all bills no matter what. That definitely knocked off a star. The restaurant should pay their workers more and not depend on a service charge.

SERVICE: Besides paying $25 to park around the corner in a public lot which is understandable as it is located downtown, we absolutely enjoyed ourselves. We sat outside in "the street area." Outdoor seating is surrounded by a group of beautiful tropical and local greenery. The inside is, for me painfully dark, but still a good space of character and ambience. I too took a photo of the restroom as I am one who appreciates a clean water closet area. I too am impressed with how clean it was with so many people patronizing the space. We arrived on a Thursday around 5pm and easily found a seat outside. Inside was pretty packed. Upon us leaving we noticed a huge crowd lining up but I also knew there was an event in town. Once seated, our waiter and accompanying staff were attentive, helpful and kind. They also brig you water in a plastic to-go cup with lid for hot days when needing to take your drink with you. Cool right? You are charged a 20% service fee that is split among everyone so leaving a tip is not necessary unless you wish to pay or go a little above and beyond which we did. (I just edited my review from 5 to 4 ONLY because I forgot about the smog from some of the cars that sit at the red light when sitting outside on the street. Yes! I know. You're in the street, what else would you expect? However, if asking, it's part of my thought and experience with eating outside. Non-the-less, I still loved my experience overall and had a wonderful time.) FOOD: Food was absolutely delicious. As my mother says, the best food is downtown. Great flavor and just enough heat. We ordered shrimp pad Thai. However, I did notice the shrimp alone did not taste as if it was originally cooked with the flavors from the beginning, but as if tossed in at the end. Non-the-less, I like that they provide heat level options from 1-5. Everything was well combined and the presentation was also wonderful. WELL: We shall definitely return! Good food, good ambience, and good service. I too will find street parking next time lol.

Cute Thai spot in downtown Pittsburgh! The Thai styled fried rice here is incredible. It's super garlicky & flavorful without being too greasy, and it's packed with a protein of your choice. I could probably eat the whole plate! Definitely a must get here. The pad see ew here was also delicious -- it's really hearty, noodles perfectly chewy, and I love the broccoli and egg mixed in. We got it with beef, which was a bit tough, but the flavor was good. We also got cashew chicken and kao soy with tofu. The kao soy was super flavorful and the tofu was really juicy -- the perfect vehicle for soaking up the curry. The cashew chicken was packed with veggies and looked quite spicy but was actually really nicely sweet. 4 dishes was more than enough for 5 people. The portions here are pretty big! The ambiance inside is so lively and the service is really attentive! We had our water refilled often. The decor is also really fun. We went on a Friday night as a group of 5 and were seated without too long of a wait. It's the perfect place for a big group dinner with friends or family.

This spot was honestly pretty solid and had great food! I love their extensive menu, there is something for everyone. We came without reservation on a Friday night and was immediately seated which was awesome. They were poppin on a Friday night. The vibes on the outside seating were so good. I loved my chicken Khao soi. It was delicious and I loved the curry. My friend got the Penang curry and really liked her food too. Servers are very nice and attentive and made sure to follow up about my food allergies questions. Solid spot for dinner downtown!

Tried Nickys Thai for the first time and it lived up to the hype. Delish! The service was quick. The people were nice and the downtown location felt relaxing during a very late lunch service. Next time I shall share with someone as it's a lot of rice. It's a very tasty and affordable fried rice.

Our favorite Thai place in Pittsburgh. All of their locations have such a cute vibe. They have a great gluten free menu and staff always makes sure to note when you have an allergy.

Yummy yummy! Party of 6 and fast service! Super busy probably because of the conferences going on. Perfect spot for small groups. We ordered a munch of different items sadly only got pic. Dumplings, spring rolls, wontons, pumps curry, much much more. Get everything you'll be happy!

I appreciate that they are gluten free friendly and have a gluten free menu. I called on a weeknight to order the Spicy Fried Rice, gluten free, with chicken, along with the Mango and Sticky Rice for dessert. My food was ready when I arrived to pick it up, and the person who helped me was very kind. The fried rice was pretty good, but I needed to add salt. The sticky rice in the dessert was a little undercooked, so there were some harder bits throughout. I came back with my colleague to dine in the next night, and we were able to get a seat at the bar. The Tom Yum Soup is gluten free as is, and the portion is larger than average, with plenty of veggies and herbs on top. I got mine with shrimp, and they included many. The soup wasn't very hot when it came out, and the flavor wasn't as strong as I like, but I was thankful to have the gluten free option. Service was very attentive and everyone was kind, checking on us frequently. I did go to another Thai place during my visit, and it was a lot better, but this is a good option to have near the convention center and downtown area.

We planned to share. The menu says "one entrée per person or $10 fee per person." Our server pointed it out and we said please come back while we decide. Instead of confirming, she submitted the $29 appetizer that we wanted to split, then later told us it "was already made," so she wouldn't remove it. That appetizer only counted as one entrée, so we were boxed into ordering more or paying fees for simply sharing. We paid for something we didn't approve, under an anti-sharing policy that feels predatory. Bad service, bad value. Won't be back.

This is such a beautiful, amazing restaurant that may be overlooked since it is nestled in the middle of cultural district. However it atmosphere, exceptional attentiveness to cleanliness & meeting the needs of customers exceeds the expectations of its competitors. Food & drinks are unique & more than sufficient to satisfy the needs of the customer. I can't recommend a better restaurant if in the area to go to.

Love this place! The service is always prompt for how busy they are from the time they open at 5pm. Every dish I've tried has been flavorful, and you get to choose your spice level. The drinks are delicious, I recommend the mango juice or the green tea if you need a drink to cool off on a hot day. The portions are always large, so there's always leftovers to take home. The inside of the dining room is small, cramped, and dark, but you can opt to sit outside on the sidewalk.

I was visiting the city during a marathon, gradation, and a baseball game. This place was BUSY but they happily sat us at the bar and service was very attentive still! My BF and I got the large order of Tom Kha soup which was refreshing and comforting, as predicted, as . He got the shrimp red chili and oh my god. So rich and savory, tons of depth of flavor. Would get that every time if we lived near by!

The Kao Soy with Chicken was pretty good, and there was a lot of it! The service was a little slow to get us the check, but it was good overall. The restaurant is pretty nice inside and well decorated.

This is how you do Thai food! Nicky has set up a sweet restaurant here in the Burg. Restaurant is well setup, decorated and modern compared to a lot of kitschy Thai joints. Staff greeted me right off the bat and off to a high top. This is spot would be great for anything from lunch to date night as they have a menu for both. I ordered the fresh spring rolls and got 10 solid pieces filled with fried tofu, lemon grass, rice noodles, lettuce, carrots and topped off with a nice peanut sauce. Just a hint of mint really set these off. Ordered the Gaprow Lad Kao which is a very traditional Thai dish. It's my favorite and I have had it over an over at Thai joints from Bangkok to London and all parts in between. I say that because this is some of the Gaprow Lad Kao that I have ever had the portions were almost enough for two people even though I almost ate all of it. It was a beautiful dish consisting of minced pork, a garlic/ Thai basil sauce with Thai basil and red peppers throughout And just enough heat to make me come back for more. This was a 5/5 for this dish alone. My three things: 1) Staff is excellent my glass was full, orders complete and very attentive for anything I needed. 2) Food was excellent and I will return on my next lay over. 3) Location is clean and well dressed so don't be afraid to bring your special someone to checkout Nicky's food.