Tuk Tuk Snack Shop

The husband picked this place as a surprise date night. I didn't know what I was getting into. The atmosphere was enjoyable. Our waiter was amazing, kept checking on us and answered any questions we had. The food was good. I'm not a big curry person and my dish definitely had the curry heat. Other than that, I have no other complaints. The hubby will definitely make this a place we add to our go to eating out places.

8/24/24 Tuk Tuk Snack is a hidden gem that my husband and I recently discovered for our date night and it left us thoroughly impressed. We started with the curry fries, which were crispy, perfectly seasoned, and had just the right amount of spice to keep you going back for more. The curry chili ribs were a standout dish—tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. Each bite was a delightful mix of savory, and slightly sweet notes that left us wanting more. The eggplant salad was a refreshing and flavorful complement, with a balance of textures and a tangy dressing that tied everything together beautifully. Not only was the food phenomenal and incredibly filling, but the service was also excellent. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. Overall, Tuk Tuk Snack provided a fantastic dining experience, and we can’t wait to return for another meal. Highly recommended!

This was new to me. This place used to be a coffee shop where my son used to work. Now it's a Sri Lankan restaurant. I would say it's sort of in a fusion style. The place is really cute, really stylish, really beautiful, and very comfortable. In the front, they have a bar and some tables, and they have more tables past the bar. I was in Europ during the summer, and I visited a Vietnamese restaurant in Belgium. For some reason, it reminded me of that place, and I felt nostalgic. The food was delectable and very fragrant. They serve house sourdough bread. We ordered fancy shroom toast and ribs. They were delicious. I would say the price is not too cheap and not too expensive. The service was great, and the server was very attentive. The owner interacted with us, and it was very pleasant. All the dishes had beautiful presentations and they were delectable. It really was a nice treat to be there.

Anyone who's actually visited Tuk Tuk would know both how welcoming the staff is and how good the food is. I've never been able to take seconds home because I always end up wanting to eat it all there. One of the best fried chicken sandwiches in Lexington, great drinks, great options for folks with dietary restrictions. One of the best restaurants in Lexington.

Y'all. This is my new favorite trendy but casual place in Lexington. We came here for dinner. The food was delicious and came out fast. I recommend the curry bowl, seafood pasta, ribs, or deviled eggs. All of the drinks and dishes have a unique spin on them. The owner is WONDERFUL and waited on us and accommodated us on a Saturday night even though we didn't have a reservation. She answered all of our questions and we got to learn about Sri Lankan food/spices. Not a lot of seating but they do have indoor/outdoor tables. There are vegan and gluten free options. Easy parking because it's in a plaza. I hope this place sticks around. Check it out!

Very cute, cozy yet lively interior. We had the ribs appetizer, lentil fritters, crab pasta (which they kindly split into two bowls for us to share), and bread pudding. Also tried the Ceylon Martini. Loved everything.

A person 700 miles away asked if I'd eaten at Tuk Tuk Snack Shop. She'd read about it on her restaurateurs page. We went. Innovative food. Check. Comfort food. Check. Super nice staff. Check. Great server—Preston. Check.

In a word, exceptional. The people, the food, and the atmosphere here are magical. We had an early dinner on New Year’s Eve and it was a delight, from the friendly service to the mango fluff dessert, we thoroughly enjoyed our evening here. We ate from the special menu for the evening, but I can’t wait to return to try the regular menu. The lentil fritters and curry carrots were some of my favorite flavors. If you’re anywhere near Lexington, this is a must-eat place!

We came here off of the Lexington Foodies FBpage, and it did not disappoint. The location is small and unassuming, in a strip mall where there is a lot of parking. It is obviously led by a head chef, who curated the menu to blend Sri Lankan and Southern food. It was amazing, really. The ribs, curry fries, crab pasta, and mushroom toast were the best things on the menu from what we experienced. I got the On Melancholy Hill mezcal margarita which was amazing itself, as well. The service was good, staff was friendly. Its great to see a spot like this in Lexington, and hope it does well. Will probably be back !

We came here because someone said it was the best fried chicken they'd ever had and my husband is quite the fried chicken fan. I really like the uniqueness of the menu items... definitely go out of your comfort zone here and try something new! Prices were very affordable (especially for the quality of food). I also love their drink specials (i.e. whatever the chef is drinking that day!) There is outdoor seating but inside is quite small, so if it's not outdoor weather, be sure to make a reservation! Will definitely be back! Also service is included with no additional gratuity expected (there wasn't even a space to add tip)- Love this and wish more restaurant would do it!

I love honesty. I also love true hospitality. Thanks to great ownership/leadership, this place has both, and it extends throughout the entire staff. When we first walked into Tuk Tuk, we were fully intending to order "to go". We had our kids with us, and we'd just been to Trader Joe's and had a few grocery bags in the car. But after a short conversation with the woman behind the bar, we quickly found ourselves planted in the high top table to our left, with kids already being fed AND OUR GROCERIES IN THEIR WALK-IN COOLER!! That's hospitality. It's as simple as that. I was gonna order some to go food. She said "honestly, it's not gonna be the same if we box it up and send it off, only to be eaten 30 minutes from now. How about you stay and dine here?" "But I've got groceries?" "bring 'em in! I'll put them in the fridge!" We've now been there 4 times since May. The food is great! My personal favs are the Fried Chicken Sandwich(The Webster) and the Curry Fries. But tbh I've not been disappointed with anything. Also of note: I follow them on Instagram, and whoever writes their posts is a lunatic in the very best of ways. If you live in the Lexington area and aren't some pretentious asshole who thinks themself the next great amateur food critic, you should definitely go check this place out!

This is only my second time to tuk tuk but dang what an experience. The first time the food was delicious but I initially felt the price point was too high. This time I'm convinced that it's actually a steal. We tried the roti with both chicken and jackfruit curry that was phenomenally flaky and fries with jackfruit curry. The meatloaf was my one year olds meal but she and I were obsessed with it. She loved all the root vegetables too. The tamarind chup was probably the best condiment I've ever eaten in my whole life. I had the fried chicken plate that was outstanding. Actually maybe the best fried chicken I've ever had. My husband had the crab pasta and it was delectable. Family enjoyed the mushroom toast and the biscuits and gravy which were phenomenal. Chef Sam is incredible. She was so personable with my cutie pie and also brought her a kid size chicken curry bowl that she loved despite the fact that she usually doesn't eat rice. All drinks were fantastic. Service was quick, wonderful, and all suggestions were great. Ambiance is gorgeous filled with beautiful lights and plants and a tuk tuk. We will 100% be back. Thanks chef Sam for an incredible meal.

This place was perfection! I stopped in on a night I was avoiding my family and wanted to try something new. I sat at the bar, watched Price Is Right from the early 80s and ordered an appetizer. I was then brought an entire loaf of bread, despite the fact I was drinking water and ordering an appetizer. While waiting, I saw all of the food coming out of the kitchen looking delicious, so I decided to order fries with a sample of their sauces and make it a full meal. Everything I ate was the best of the best quality and I was able to do it all for under $20 while sitting in peace watching a brunette Bob Barker. I am going back again tonight and may make it a weekly tradition until I've tried everything on the menu, one meal at a time.

Great owners, food, and service! Nothing like it in Lexington and is now one of my favorite places in town!

8/24/24 Tuk Tuk Snack is a hidden gem that my husband and I recently discovered for our date night and it left us thoroughly impressed. We started with the curry fries, which were crispy, perfectly seasoned, and had just the right amount of spice to keep you going back for more. The curry chili ribs were a standout dish--tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. Each bite was a delightful mix of savory, and slightly sweet notes that left us wanting more. The eggplant salad was a refreshing and flavorful complement, with a balance of textures and a tangy dressing that tied everything together beautifully. Not only was the food phenomenal and incredibly filling, but the service was also excellent. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. Overall, Tuk Tuk Snack provided a fantastic dining experience, and we can't wait to return for another meal. Highly recommended!

Tuk Tuk Snack Shop has been on my husband's list of restaurants to try in Lexington and we finally made it over this weekend! We went at 5:00 on a Saturday- right when it opened, with two littles in tow (ages 2 and 4 months) the waitress welcomed us all and grabbed us a high chair. The restaurant is small but so cute and decorated in a retro-funky way! Our table was next to a wall covered in live plants and opposite was a tv playing old episodes of "the price is right". When we were seated our waitress brought bread & special house made butter to start which is always a nice touch. My husband and I started with drinks which were great while we looked over the menu. I ordered the deviled eggs and the tomato toast. Everything was really tasty and I loved that there were so many vegetarian options. The owner came over to check on our table and say hi which was so nice- she was so glad to see kids being brought in and wants it to be a kid-friendly spot. We all had a great dinner and will definitely be back!

WOW! What flavor! I have been wanting to go here since it opened and I'm so glad I finally stopped in. This place was a delight! I tried The Ashworth upon recommendation from the cashier. It is a curried meatball hoagie sandwich. It was bursting with curry flavor. Absolutely loved every bite. I also tried the lentil fritters. It came with a sweet chili sauce. The contrast of the meatball hoagie with the crunch to the lentils was so nice. The price was a bit higher than I expected for lunch but the flavor made every bite worth it. In general, the location is a bit small. There are a couple of round tables and counter seats. Also plenty of parking as it is located in a plaza. Door dash is also an option. Highly recommend!!!

I really love the uniqueness of this place. It was my first time trying it this weekend and I was pleasantly surprised. Portions are not huge, especially for the price, but enough for a small meal. Everything we had was tasty, except I could have used some more sauce. The sandwich was dry. I would recommend asking for more sauce. The ribs were tender and 5 large ribs was a pretty good portion. I will definitely be back, but I'll ask for extra sauce next time!

omg y'all tuk tuk is out of this world. i ordered the mushroom toast and the big dawg sandwich and got my mind BLOWN. i took some home to my husband and he asked if the fae had made it because the flavor profiles are so unique and delicious highly recommend! plus, the restaurant is so cute and the vibes are excellent

What an amazing experience. The good quality was beyond excellent. A tiny hidden Gem. I'm so shocked that this was my first time... The service was excellent. The ambiance pleasing. The drinks were fab... Almost felt like we were dining in a Michelin Star restaurant.

I have similar thoughts about Tuk Tuk as the first reviewer. I really want to rate this one higher; I think there's a lot of potential here. And how often do you see Sri Lankan cuisine? I ordered the Webster sandwich with a coke. I was surprised when my bill was $21?!?! I love the coconut flavor, which is something I wouldn't expect in a chicken sandwich. It reminded me a little of the Laksa La Mien instant noodles. I also appreciate them using a chicken thigh, a moister cut then breast. The breading was a nice balance of crispy and flaky, at least for the first third of my sandwich. Then it quickly became a mushy mess that fell apart. It lost almost all of its great texture. FYI I ate in the store, so it hadn't been sitting out long at all. I'd shudder to imagine how it would hold up as a to-go order. As shown in the picture, they offer a pitiful amount of fries. It annoys me that an hour after this meal I still felt hungry, like I hadn't even eaten lunch. I agree that they need to either lower the price or give a more reasonable portion.

I love Tuk Tuk! I have had the opportunity to eat there several times and have never had a less than great experience. My wife is obsessed with the chicken parmesan sandwich and I with the shrimp and grits, but the other entrees we have tried have been great and we always need to get a couple small plates to switch things up. Don't miss the banana bread if they have it. Last time we went, we got the tomato toast and the deviled eggs for appetizers and the mango fluff for dessert. All were great, but the tomato toast was the star. Despite only having been four or five times since we first went last December, Sam recognizes us and makes it a point to be friendly even when the restaurant is busy (and it is--busy, I mean. More so every time we go!). There is nothing else quite like it in Lexington and it will be our date night/out of town guest spot for years to come.

I forgot to take a picture of the food because I was so completely overwhelmed with how amazing it smelled and tasted. Chef Fore is the epitome of a perfect chef and business owner. The whole staff made us feel welcome and a the food made us wishing we could eat more. Drinks 10/10. Staff 10/10. Food 10/10!

I haven't even finished my meal, and I felt the need to start an glowing review of this place!! OMG!!! Amazing in every way. The entire staff is so friendly! Everyone who walked bye said hi, and the food...delicious! We started the tomato toast (I don't even really like tomatoes and it was incredible!). I had the crab paste and can't believe how good it is. My husband had the curry rice bowl, also great. Service, cocktails, food everything 5-star!!

Very friendly & welcoming! Rice bowl was excellent. Loved the flavours! More seating at regular height is needed!

The food was delicious and the service was amazing The Chef came out and checked with us and had a great conversation with her Loved it!

Stopped in here for lunch on the weekend while out running errands. Service polite and fast. The inside is cute! We had the Tuey sandwich and the meatball cury rice bowl with pol sambol. The meatballs and their sauce were super tasty, I just wish there was more sauce! The pol sambol was good as well and gave the rice some texture. I'd love to try more of the add on toppings next time! Will be back for lunch.

My absolute favorite takeout in Lexington. Food is fantastic and exciting and the people are lovely. I especially appreciate that they use eco friendly packaging. We order almost every week now.

We had the best food /experience here! We got a few foods to sample and it did not disappoint! Delish!! The corndog was perfection!!

Everything was so flavorful, I wish I could drink the coconut curry sauce! Loved the matcha martini special as well.

Amazing food during business hours and the cocktail bar after hours is amazing. Run don't walk.

Went with my siblings for lunch and had a great time. The decor is fun and interesting. The owner is super friendly and the chicken sandwich I had was really tasty! Pricing is reasonable and fair.

Food is excellent seriously one of the best in Lexington. Also the staff is super knowledgeable and friendly. Not a dish on the menu that is boring . Everything is delicious.

My first time and the food was AMAZING! We met the owner and she was the nicest person ever. I highly recommend the Tomato Toast! So delicious!! Go visit Tuk Tuk, you will not regret it.

This place is amazing!!! The owner is very kind and hard working! The food is delicious!! And the ambiance is awesome!! Definitely coming back! New favorite place!

Great food and service. The food was a delicious variation of Indian style. We had an appetizer of curry chili ribs which were very good. For the main course, we had a chicken rice and curry bowl that was also excellent. The service was efficient, and our entire party agreed that we'd be back.

I don't want it to be the case cause the food is good, But the price is way too much for what you're getting. By these reviews don't think this place can survive unless they lower the prices

So good! Just stopped in while shopping in the area. If you like a good curry or belly warming chickpeas... stop in! Very awesome vibe... even my 7th grade middle school girl finds this to be amazing!

Absolutely outstanding experience! The fries were truly exceptional, some of the best I've ever tasted. And don't get me started on the fried chicken sandwich--it was simply phenomenal. Definitely a must-try!

I'm visiting Lexington for one day and so glad i stopped in. The service was warm and inviting, and the food was super tasty. I got a rice bowl with jackfruit curry and pineapple curry with some carrot and onion sambals. The flavors were on point and I scarfed it down. The price point was a bit more like NYC (where I live) but it's worth it. Really special place!

Absolutely love Tuk Tuk Snack Shop! Great food with delightful flavor combinations and creativity, and staff are friendly and attentive.

Really tasty food. We liked everything we ordered--the fritterdog, meatball curry yum! Lentil fritters, curry pulled pork. The service was friendly. We will go back

I love the cozy atmosphere and vibe this place radiates with. My order was quick, fresh and super flavorful. Staff was literally the SWEETEST. We were met with a genuine hello upon arrival, and a thank you when we left. I would give this a 5/5, but the ONLY drawback was the price. My significant other and I grabbed two sandwiches, and we were just under $40. I don't mind paying a little more for higher end ingredients, but it still felt expensive. All things taken into consideration, I'm excited to go back and see how Tuk Tuk evolves.

I've eaten here twice since it opened. First off, the venue is super cool. I love the aesthetic and fun, bright colors inside! I do wish there was a little more seating (we shared a table with another couple one time), but it was fine. I mean, it's a snack shop, so it's not like you're sitting for a four course meal anyway. Now we'll get to the food. What a treat! I had the Webster the first time. It was delicious but a little on the cooler side by the time it got to me. I'd definitely chalk this up to first week of opening and working out kinks. It was messy in the absolute best way, and the flavors were unique to me and super complementary of one another! I would totally recommend it. The second time I had the Duke. I honestly am not even an onion fan but decided to branch out, and this was absolutely delicious! Don't sleep on it. I upgraded to the spicy fries both times and they were good, although like others have said, I wish there were more fries that came with the meal. I think I counted and had ten one time. My only other feedback is that if you want a water, there's a teeny, tiny dispenser at the end of the counter there where you can get a small amount in a small cup. As someone who chugs water, I needed to get up multiple times for this. Lastly, the price. I agree with other posters that this is on the high side for my personal budget, and I see that Chef Fore has addressed that in other comments. I appreciate the need to ensure staff are paid adequately - this is important - AND that food costs are just wild right now. I do hope the price can come down a bit so I can go more, or that even some more fries could be added to help it feel like a fuller meal for the cost. All of that said, it's a lovely place, and we are incredibly fortunate to have food this caliber in Lexington. I hope everyone goes to support it and try it out.

As a self-proclaimed foodie I get excited to try new restaurants with unique cuisine...especially close to home. Tuk Tuk Snack Shop did not disappoint! Very cute atmosphere...I sat at the counter...and ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS FOOD! After picking the brain of the very knowledgeable and helpful staff member...it was hard to choose what to try for my first time...but I decided to try the Chicken Curry Rice Bowl...and of course...I ordered one of each of the 4 Sambols to try with it...all were great! It looked and smelled so good I couldn't wait to try it and completely forgot to capture my food picture...next time! Everything I saw coming out of the kitchen looked amazing. I will be back soon to try something different.

We stopped in last week and it was AMAZING! I don't think people realize how incredible it is to have this amazing talent (Sam Fore) in our community. And now she has opened this great restaurant. Visit it again and again because I'm guessing each time will be a new wonderful surprise. One recommendation for Sam - sell that spice you put on the spicy fries. We asked about it and were told it was a special blend Sam created. Sell it! I would buy it. The Ashworth sandwich - omg, still thinking about those curried meatballs. That flavor- wow! Awesome food. Congrats!

I knew I would be impressed by the food at Tuk Tuk snack shop but I was completely blown away. We had it catered for a team lunch and I thoroughly enjoyed every single dish, as did the rest of the group. We couldn't stop talking about how delicious everything was. It was the best meal I've had in a very long time. My family will definitely be there regularly! Also, make sure you top off your meal with one of their chocolate chip cookies. They are perfection!

the owner is so involved they make sure everything is good and top tier food very good!!!