Lizabeth G.
Yelp
If I were to compare just on the food alone with a couple of other high rated Thai restaurants, then maybe it would get a 4 star, or 4.5 stars. The food is delicious and prepared traditionally authentic, no doubt about that. When comparing certain dishes also served by a couple of other highly regarded Thai restaurants between Roseville and Rocklin, I prefer same dishes at those other places. But then every chef and cook deserves to present their own variations of the same traditional known recipes.
However, Khobkoon has choices not found in other Thai restaurants as entire fish. Most others serve precut morsels of fish, but mostly only serve shrimp and chewy squid. If comparing prices between this one located in West Roseville area from Sisters Thai Kitchen also in West Roseville, both have slight different variations on shared types of traditional dishes. Both also have dishes not found in the other and that is a good thing for us seeking variety. The main difference, given similar pricing, is that Khobkoon provides conplete table service with all the basic proper amenities and owner's personal attention . He even gives a complimentary truffle chocolate treat per each diner.
At Sisters Thai Kitchen, it is more like a semi self help service and yet prices are as if complete at table service. is included. To me, good service and comfortable atmosphere, even if not fancy, is a big part of the overall dining out experience. I dine out to enjoy the experience, not simply to eat just to stuff my stomach. The wall interior is warm carved wood with comfortable lighting. Yet prices are equal or comparable to the other one with uneven service. I will be patronizing Khobkoon more often, and especially since it is my preference to support overall fine quality restaurants , whenever possible, closest to where I live which sustains an economically healthy neighborhood as well.