Koh Lipe Thai Kitchen

Went to this place when I visited Toronto and I loved it! The food here was so flavourful and it was one of the best Thai foods I ever had. We went around 7pm on a weekday and it was busy but we were able to be sat quickly. We loved the pork with rice & egg, the pork was cooked just right and it was so flavourful and it went perfectly with the rice. I also recommend getting the pineapple rice, it was aesthetic and delicious (even tho I’m not a big fan of pineapple w salty foods). Will definitely return next time I visit Toronto again and try their drinks and other dishes. The interior of the restaurant is also really pretty and the vibes were good.

Came here on a whim after having eaten at their other location, and this place did not disappoint. We were thankfully able to get in as walk-ins, and we ordered the Islamic noodles and the fish cakes. The fish cakes were pretty spicy for someone like me who isn’t used to eating much spicy food, but the Islamic noodles were fine in that department. The peanuts provided some very nice texture, while the curry itself was extremely flavourful and the eggs were also a nice addition on top. For dessert, we got the mango sticky rice, which came with a chocolate mango flavoured chocolate shell. I really liked how you were able to crack open the mango yourself, as the other Koh Lipe location doesn’t give you the shell. The rice was super flavourful, and the chocolate gives a nice balance between the sourness of the mango and the flavour of the rice.

Koh Lipe in Toronto is a fantastic spot for authentic Thai cuisine, especially if you love Pad Thai. It’s perfectly balanced with sweet and savory notes, and the noodles are cooked just right. I also highly recommend the Islamic noodles; they’re rich in flavor and offer a unique twist that’s hard to find elsewhere. While it does get busy on weekends, and it’s definitely worth the wait. The staff are attentive, ensuring a pleasant dining experience. If you’re craving great Thai food, Koh Lipe is a must-visit!

Very good service and very nice atmosphere. Food was tasty, one of the better Thai restaurants I’ve been to with a nice balance in flavour. However I found the crispy pork to be way too crispy, it honestly hurt my teeth after a while. Would recommend the Khao Soi as a solo dish and maybe the Islamic noodles and pineapple fried rice for sharing. I felt like the taste of the Islamic noodles were great but might get tiring for the whole dish. Fish cakes are great apps. The portions are huge.

Islamic noodles was a must! My partner really enjoyed their pad see ew and we split a tom yum soup, which was great as well. Loved the that tea spritz alcoholic drink and the green Thai tea. I see why they have 2 Michelin stars! Would definitely come back!

Avoid having high expectations because they are Michelin. Food is preference. For me, food here was too oily and too sweet. Their Tom Yum was a big disappointment. Served pretty cold. There was no steam coming up, while we were in a cool restaurant. Try for yourself.

This was a beautiful restaurant that was nicely decorated inside as well at the patio. We chose to sit inside because it was slightly chilly and I don't remember seeing any heat lamps outside. We went around 2 but there was still a bit of a wait because the restaurant is so popular. The food was almost impeccable. The Goong Moun appetizer was really good. The skin was crispy and it packed a bit of a punch. We also ordered the Pad Mee off the special menu. If you don't want something too spicy, this is perfect. It tasted like a lighter version of Pad Thai. I loved the thinned noodles. My only complaint is that the shrimps were not fully deveined so I had to pick some out myself. The last dish we got was the Isalamic Noodle which was so flavorful and delicious. We curry sauce was so good and mildly spicy do hopefully you can take the heat. Overall, it was a great experience. The staff were also so kind and so nice. They were always smiling and laughing and it looked like they enjoyed their work. I would definitely recommend this restaurant for some authentic Thai cuisine.

We came here at around 6 on a weekday and there was already a line outside the restaurant. We didn’t have a reservation waited for around 15 min to be seated. Super quick service and the food arrived really fast. They had a 90 min time limit for the meal. The food was good overall. We tried the green curry and the fried crispy pork. Portion size was huge and we had to pack some food to take away. Will recommend making a reservation.

Went to this place when I visited Toronto and I loved it! The food here was so flavourful and it was one of the best Thai foods I ever had. We went around 7pm on a weekday and it was busy but we were able to be sat quickly. We loved the pork with rice & egg, the pork was cooked just right and it was so flavourful and it went perfectly with the rice. I also recommend getting the pineapple rice, it was aesthetic and delicious (even tho I’m not a big fan of pineapple w salty foods). Will definitely return next time I visit Toronto again and try their drinks and other dishes. The interior of the restaurant is also really pretty and the vibes were good.

Came here on a whim after having eaten at their other location, and this place did not disappoint. We were thankfully able to get in as walk-ins, and we ordered the Islamic noodles and the fish cakes. The fish cakes were pretty spicy for someone like me who isn’t used to eating much spicy food, but the Islamic noodles were fine in that department. The peanuts provided some very nice texture, while the curry itself was extremely flavourful and the eggs were also a nice addition on top. For dessert, we got the mango sticky rice, which came with a chocolate mango flavoured chocolate shell. I really liked how you were able to crack open the mango yourself, as the other Koh Lipe location doesn’t give you the shell. The rice was super flavourful, and the chocolate gives a nice balance between the sourness of the mango and the flavour of the rice.

Koh Lipe in Toronto is a fantastic spot for authentic Thai cuisine, especially if you love Pad Thai. It’s perfectly balanced with sweet and savory notes, and the noodles are cooked just right. I also highly recommend the Islamic noodles; they’re rich in flavor and offer a unique twist that’s hard to find elsewhere. While it does get busy on weekends, and it’s definitely worth the wait. The staff are attentive, ensuring a pleasant dining experience. If you’re craving great Thai food, Koh Lipe is a must-visit!

Very good service and very nice atmosphere. Food was tasty, one of the better Thai restaurants I’ve been to with a nice balance in flavour. However I found the crispy pork to be way too crispy, it honestly hurt my teeth after a while. Would recommend the Khao Soi as a solo dish and maybe the Islamic noodles and pineapple fried rice for sharing. I felt like the taste of the Islamic noodles were great but might get tiring for the whole dish. Fish cakes are great apps. The portions are huge.

Islamic noodles was a must! My partner really enjoyed their pad see ew and we split a tom yum soup, which was great as well. Loved the that tea spritz alcoholic drink and the green Thai tea. I see why they have 2 Michelin stars! Would definitely come back!

Avoid having high expectations because they are Michelin. Food is preference. For me, food here was too oily and too sweet. Their Tom Yum was a big disappointment. Served pretty cold. There was no steam coming up, while we were in a cool restaurant. Try for yourself.

This was a beautiful restaurant that was nicely decorated inside as well at the patio. We chose to sit inside because it was slightly chilly and I don't remember seeing any heat lamps outside. We went around 2 but there was still a bit of a wait because the restaurant is so popular. The food was almost impeccable. The Goong Moun appetizer was really good. The skin was crispy and it packed a bit of a punch. We also ordered the Pad Mee off the special menu. If you don't want something too spicy, this is perfect. It tasted like a lighter version of Pad Thai. I loved the thinned noodles. My only complaint is that the shrimps were not fully deveined so I had to pick some out myself. The last dish we got was the Isalamic Noodle which was so flavorful and delicious. We curry sauce was so good and mildly spicy do hopefully you can take the heat. Overall, it was a great experience. The staff were also so kind and so nice. They were always smiling and laughing and it looked like they enjoyed their work. I would definitely recommend this restaurant for some authentic Thai cuisine.

We came here at around 6 on a weekday and there was already a line outside the restaurant. We didn’t have a reservation waited for around 15 min to be seated. Super quick service and the food arrived really fast. They had a 90 min time limit for the meal. The food was good overall. We tried the green curry and the fried crispy pork. Portion size was huge and we had to pack some food to take away. Will recommend making a reservation.

Had the green curry at Koh Lipe Thai Kitchen. Delicious, filling, and spicy. Their Michelin star is well deserved.

I was really excited to try this restaurant but I left disappointed. While most of the dishes were OK, I felt the service was not the best. First the reservation I had indicated I had a baby and need room for a stroller. However they still seated us upstairs. The baby is too young to be in a high chair so we needed to keep the stroller with us. They asked us to leave the stroller by the entrance downstairs, even though we had already folded it up and tucked it nearby (after carrying it up the stairs). I said it was heavy and did not want to bring it back downstairs. And the area they asked me to place it I didn't trust just leaving it there to be honest. After that I felt like maybe the interaction caused our server to not be super nice to us? Cause she was cold to us but she was so friendly to the table beside us. Anyways, we felt rushed because of the seating limit too and no one came by to check on us really (and we actually needed more things like water). So we left feeling disappointed. I won't be back. Pai is still my #1 in Toronto.

I'm adding an extra star from last time because they have a dish I'm absolutely in love with: Prik Pao Talay (Stir-Fried smoked chilli platter, shrimps, mussels, squid, clams and basil). I've ordered it in the restaurant, take out, and delivery. Still tastes amazing even an hour later. It's spicy but flavourful. You really taste the seafood. One order is good for 2-4 people depending on how hungry you are. Keep in mind that because it's spicy, you should eat it with rice! It's the best combo.

Expect a little line when arriving but it's pretty quick! MUST KNOW: 1. One bill / no splitting 2. Your group has 1.5 hr to eat 3. The food does take a while to come out MUST ORDER: -coconut soup (one of my favorite dish of the night. Sad I didn't get a photo)

My third time visiting this restaurant. The food doesn't disappoint. It's always a bit crowded so reservations are a good idea.

One day I was walking down the street and saw this place. I saved it and I knew I had to come back. Well I did and when I say the food was hitting! Listen if you are in Toronto visiting and looking for a casual place to get some good eats then Koh Lipe is for you. I recommend getting reservations as the wait time for a table during the week is about 20-30 minutes. The staff is really good and also very open to giving you recommendations. And when they say spicy they mean spicy. I highly recommend trying this place out.

Husband's nephew brought us here while we were in town visiting, and we enjoyed it very much! We ordered the pad thai, pork belly (moo Tod), khao pad pla fried rice, Islamic noodles, and pineapple curry shrimp (khao neow gaeng). All were delicious, but we personally loved the pad thai, pork belly, and fried rice the best. Best pad thai in a long time.

Cute place located downtown. The inside, which includes an upstairs and downstairs, is well decorated and very colourful (complete with a tuk tuk!). They also have a large patio at the entrance. I didn't really like the service - I felt rushed. Upon sitting down, the server told me I had 90 minutes to eat. I told her my friend had not yet arrived, but she suggested I order so that the food would be on the table once my friend arrived. I had to make it clear to the server that my friend was driving and we would not be able to discuss the menu. Once my friend arrived, we ordered the pad see ew and massaman curry which were good. We started with dumplings, which had an interesting texture but also tasty.

Long story short: Great spot for lunch! Long story long: Whewww, this Pad Thai? So flavourful. It was delicious and a perfect-sized portion. I was well satisfied. The menu has a decent selection, which I think is good, as they focus on quality rather than quantity. The staff is so kind, taking into account all of my colleagues' food restrictions with care and attentiveness. No wonder they got a nod from Michelin. Though it is pricey, I'd say it was worth it. The space is clean and had fun decor! A bit busy and I wouldn't call it "elegant", moreso "funky", but overall, it's got a great vibe. Highly recommend.

I was in town and in charge of making a dinner reservation for my small group and I. The reviews on Yelp for Koh Lipe are beaming and they have two Michelin awards, it's gotta be great right? We arrived for our reservation right on time and discovered a colorful restaurant with quirky decor. A nice front patio with lanterns and flowers hanging from the ceiling. When you walk inside, you'll run into a taxi adorned in twinkle lights and murals all over the walls. Our table was upstairs near the window, which made for a lovely breeze. It look me a hot minute to decided what to eat and drink. I started with a smokey negroni and the table shared the goong moun - fried crispy tofu rolled with shrimp carrot, chili, and served with a nice sauce. You can find it on their special menu. We also went with the basic spring rolls. The goong moun was asbolutely delicious and it was a recommendation from our server - thank you, thank you. For my entree I got the konng ob woonsen hot plate. In translation it's a steamed glass noodle dish with shrimp and some veggies and herbs. It also came with a side of their chili lime sauce which was delicious drizzled over top. This dish is enormous and I had more than enough to take back with me. Overall, I totally get the hype. The vibe was fun, the food was good, and the service was top notch too. I would totally come again.

Outstanding Michelin-listed Southern Thai cuisine at a reasonable price! I've been here twice and it's one of my favourite Toronto restaurants. The last time, we ordered the Pad Med (pad Thai southern style), which was spicy and tasty with peanut flavours that were not overwhelming. We also ordered the Mas Sa Ma, which was very unique and flavourful with touches of cocunut, spice and red curry. The beef added nice flavour. Finally we got a chicken dish (forget which) that was also great. The price for 3 dishes including tax and tip was $92! Very reasonable! Cocktails are also reasonable - $10-$14 each. Just a warning - make a reservation and keep it. They charge if you cancel later than 24h ahead. In addition, while service is very efficient, they stick with the 1.5 table time. But it's plenty of time. Highly recommended!

This was my second or third time at Koh Lipe and similar to the first, the food was on point. They're known for their southern Thai dishes, something you typically do not get at your local Thai place. They also have Michelin star for 2022 and 2023 so you know the food IS all that. I got a southern curry with stink bean, coconut milk and beef. I was warmed it would be spicy so I also got the Thai milk tea for the dairy. Can confirm the curry was spicy, but it was totally worth it. Absolutely delicious. Best Thai food I've had. 10/10 would be back!

I've been to Koh Lipe a few times now and a couple times recently to give you some suggested dishes. If you don't have a stellar tolerance of spice, I would suggest getting the Goong Moun (crispy tofu wraps over shrimp) as an app. The sauce has a bit of a kick to it but not too bad. I also like the Islamic Noodle, Koon Ob Woonsen (glass noodle hot plate) and pad gra prao with crispy pork. The glass noodles are piping hot and you'll have enough leftovers for another meal. I also tried their special curry with the pork jowl, betel leaf. It was tasty but I thought it was too spicy for my liking. Unfortunately many of their curries can't be adjusted for spice so you've been warned. Not many spots offer durian sticky rice and they do! It's good, but I'm not sure if I prefer it to mango. Decor is charming with the Thai Tuk Tuk outfront and a spacious patio during the warmer months. They have seating upstairs and on the main floor. Reservations are recommended nowadays given that they are buzzing from being on the Michelin Guide list. However, walk-ins are not long of a wait on the weekdays if you come closer to 9pm.

A Michelin Guide Thai restaurant that is the one and only Southern Thai cuisine in North America. Made resos and arrived on time, was seated prompted after. The ambiance was nice and colourful. The servers were also great in getting our orders in and service of our food was timely. I've been to the uptown Koh Lipe before and loved it, so knew I would love my experience at their downtown location as well. Here's what we got: Goong Moun - Fried crispy skin tofu rolled with shrimp, carrot, chili, betel leaf, and served with Arjard sauce. So good and taste so meaty even though it's vegetarian! The sauce was amazing! Poh Pia Tod - A veggie spring roll served with plum sauce. Great for sharing with your table. A crispy start - can't go wrong with this. Pina Colada Slush 5/5 - Love that this came in a slush form. Has 1.5 oz. coconut rum, 0.5 oz pineapple rum, coconut cream and pineapple juice. It was truly a vacation in a cup! Guey Tiew Khaek (Islamic noodles) 5/5 - Rice noodle with boiled egg, peanut and red curry gravy. Can be ordered with veggies or beef. Love love love this dish, as it's nice and saucey, just the way I like my food! A great spot to come with friends and family. Delicious, hearty, deep flavours all around. Vegetarian options are also available here.

The food was fairly tasty. Came here because of the Micheline recommendation. The special menu looked interesting, and everything we ordered was pretty good. The crispy pork wasn't all that crispy, but the mixed rice bowl dish was fantastic. The seafood salad wasn't as flavorful as we were expecting. We were warned multiple times about the seating limit time of an hour and that there was no bill splitting. But couldn't helped but feel pressured to keep moving along our meal at various times. For some reason there is a fly problem. It felt like we were eating out side even though we weren't. Spent much of the night swatting at these flies.

Absolutely delicious food!! Tried their pad thai and khao meow gaeng and both were so tasty and flavorful. The pineapple curry chicken comes spicy and the lowest spice level offered was "medium", so there definitely was quite a bit of heat to it. But the coconut sticky rice balanced it out perfectly. I highly recommend getting their thai iced tea as well! It's one of the best I've ever tried. Service was pretty quick despite it being busy and us being there at peak lunch time.

Specializing in Southern Thai Cuisine, this restuarent is decorated to make you feel as if you're in a restuarant in Thailand, and has a cozy but lively atmosphere. Unless you're ok with waiting a bit, reservations are recommended, as it can get pretty busy here. There was also a 1.5 hour seating limit the Saturday afternoon visited. The Baldwin location has two levels of indoor seating with a covered patio out front. The service was good, the staff were all very friendly, and the food was also enjoyable. There were several special menu items that are not available at other Thai restaurants, such as the Khao Neow Gaeng (stir-fried pineapple curry chicken with coconut curry sticky rice). I wish they had the option to choose the spice level of this dish, because it was a little too spicy for me. However, for those who like food with some heat, and pineapple, this dish is highly recommended.

What a cute place. The vibes are so neat! The staff were on top of thing and the food was mind blowing. Big portions and so much flavour. The staff was great at making recommendations. I'm still fantasizing about it. The Islamic noodles were my favourite. They were spicy but so good! We over ate for sure because it was all so good! Goong Moun the Rudy skin spring rolls were really neat to try and had interesting flavours. The Khao Pad Pla was like nothing I've ever had! Fried rice with mackerel fish. egg, onion, carrot, lemongrass and topped with kastuobushi flakes. I can't wait to go back and try more.

We ordered chicken pad thai, beef khao soi, and goong moun (tofu shrimp roll). All the dishes were amazing, but we loved the chicken pad thai the most! The portion of dishes were big! we couldn't finish them all. One last thing, inside was a bit chilly due to the A/C, so I suggest bringing a jacket. I gave it 4.5 because the server ignored our request to go easy with the A/C a bit.

Been here a few times since it opened and most recently booked lunch for a party of 8 and it was a process!! Despite the frustration making a reservation for large party the food was great. The service at the restaurant was generally good and staff were attentive even though the restaurant was packed. I definitely recommend the khao soi with braised beef. It is so comforting and the portion is quite large with loads of beef. Everything about this dish is perfection! Notable mentions for the green curry and pad sew ew.

Koh Lipe is the one of the popular Thai spots in Toronto known for winning the Michelin Bib Gourmand award last year. Despite being a later afternoon around 2pm, Koh Lipe was quite busy and got lucky that it was easy to get a table despite having no reservation. The menu is online through a QR code with images included for each menu item (which is helpful for the unfamiliar dishes). Islamic Noodles: Really delicious strong flavours. Great portion sizes for what you get. It wasn't too spicy so if you usually like mild spice this is a good option. The noodles were a great texture and didn't get too soggy. Overall, I would come back again to try out their other dishes as they had a lot of interesting dishes that I haven't seen. I would highly recommend checking it out.

Great food and customer service! This has lived up to how good I've heard it to be. Loved everything I tried. Koong Ob Woonsen Steamed glass noodle with shrimp, Napa, ginger and Chinese celery served with optional chilli lime sauce. Flavourful and definitely an eat day of dish. The noodles don't hold the next day. It's a huge dish which is great for sharing. The Thai Iced Green Tea was perfect for the hot day out. Bi Co Moi Phuket's street style dessert. Thai black glutinous rice with Coconut milk and on top with Coconut Ice-cream. I've never had this before. As part of their additional menu, I do want to have this again before this disappears. Customer service is spot on here! It is a busy place and reservations are seriously required.

I had an incredible experience at the dt location. i came here for a quick lunch break and the 2 dishes we ordered were hefty enough to feed us for the next 2 lunches lol. I was highly recommended to try their islamic noodles and it didn't disappoint, it reminds me of a khao so with rice noodles instead! the curry was creamy and rich, and somehow the rice noodles held up okay and didn't turn into mush. my friend ordered the mackerel fried rice and it was packed with umami in a huge stone bowl, enough to feed a small village. my favourite part of course was the crispy rice at the bottom! loved it here and would def come back for lunch again (they bring your food so fast)! I'd recommend trying their curry dishes as they are what changed my mind about this place after trying the uptown location

Really delicious Thai food, including with some more unique / less common dishes that you won't find at the Pai's of the world. Highly recommend the Islamic Noodles dish - it's enough for at least 2 meals and is the best I've had in Toronto. My only gripe is the seating situation is very uncomfortable. Tables are tight, the floors aren't even, and tables stray into the walking path.

If this review was on food alone it would 5 star but the overall experience let it down for me. 1) food amazing possibly the best Thai food I have had in Toronto we were two people but ordered enough for 6 because we love to try it all and also love leftovers the next day ! Crispy pork belly - really nothing not to like here ... Lemongrass salad - this was my least favourite dish it was a little too heavy on the prawn/fish paste - however it was tasty when added to the lettuce wraps (Luok Jim) it was nice Luok Jim - steamed seafood lettuce wraps with chili lime sauce- fabulous- really delicious and great value ! Pad See Ew was delicious the noodles were cooked perfectly with the right amount of Smokeyness flavour - we had it with chicken - I personally would have preferred a beef option but none the less the noodles were stand out Mango sticky rice - probably the best I have had (excluding the night market in Chiangmai Thailand) The drinks were a letdown for us - lycheetini - too sweet grenadine was not needed, the pineapple martini and mango sangria both tasted nice but to be honest felt watered down / very light on alcohol Ambiance - the venue is very pretty however very small and tight ... not a comfortable dining experience - as we ordered way too much food for two people we were moved to a bigger table which was better but overall the feeling was cramped and the acoustics were not great Service was great all the staff were friendly, efficient and anticipated our needs - I would go back for a quick meal because the food was delicious but not a place a would go for a goodnight out w friends or family based on the small venue and quality of the drinks

+.5 for service I had extremely high standards for this place due to its review in the Michelin guide. I'd say overall this place met my expectations, with room to exceed it in the future when I'm able to come here with friends. I came here for lunch alone in the middle of a 4.5 hour layover from Toronto Downtown to Pearson. I was initially determined to get pad thai here, but given its Michelin standing I had to try something else. I had the Guey Tiew Khaek with beef, which is Islamic Noodles with boiled egg, peanuts, and red curry gravy. I liked it! Lots of flavour, good curry gravy, large portions given the price. I think there could be a slight increase in noodles to absorb the gravy, as I ended up with a lot of leftover gravy in my plate. Beef was quite good as well. Service was excellent here. Small nitpick in that the reservations website said they accept American Express, but they actually don't. So keep that in mind. Otherwise I definitely recommend this place if you wanna try something different from Pai.

We came here because this restaurant is listed on the Michelin Guide (https://guide.michelin.com/ca/en/ontario/toronto/restaurant/koh-lipe-thai-kitchen), and we were not disappointed! The menu is unique and has many dishes that are not offered in most other Thai restaurants (which serve mostly Northern Thai dishes). Koh Lipe specializes in Southern Thai cuisine, and the downtown location even has a keto menu. There are 2 locations (as of January 2024): downtown (on Baldwin Street) and Scarborough. The downtown location is smaller but the interior is cozy with Thai-inspired interior decorations (such as a tuk-tuk at the front of the restaurant) and artwork / mural on the wall (depicting a colourful Thai jungle). They're packed at all times of day so making a reservation is a must. There is street parking along the street, and a paid Green P parking garage nearby in Chinatown. The food is Michelin-worthy, indeed. Everything we ordered came out fast and all the dishes tasted delicious, light, and healthy. From the Keto Menu: Keto Curry Fried Rice (stir-fried konjac rice mixed with cauliflower rice and curry powder, shrimps, eggs, Chinese broccoli, carrot, and onion) - You won't be able to tell the difference between konjac & cauliflower rice and regular rice. This was my favourite dish - flavourful without having the curry overpowering, big pieces of plump shrimps, good amount of vegetables (Chinese broccoli and carrot slices), eggs, and green onion. From the Special Menu: Pad Sam Mhen (Stinky Beans Noodles) (vermicelli rice noodles stir-fried with stink beans, clams, shrimps, shrimp paste, onion, garlic, and holy basil) - I love stink beans so I jumped at the chance of ordering this dish when I saw that it contained stink beans. The vermicelli noodles had a nice charred yet soft texture, and super delicious in taste. The clam pieces were small but plentiful. Unfortunately there weren't too many stink beans in the dish... perhaps I'll order the stink beans separately as an add-on on the side next time. From the Regular Menu: Chef's Special: Luok Jhim (steamed shrimps, squid, mussels, fish, and rice noodles, served with lettuce and chilli lime sauce) - The different varieties of seafood were simply steamed, so the actual flavours and freshness of the seafood really stood out. It came with lettuce for wrapping, as well as rice noodles. Southern Thai: Ka Nom Jeen Nam Ya (rice noodles in minced fish curry, served with boiled egg, green beans, bean sprouts, and cabbage) - We wanted to order something that was a Southern Thai specialty, so we settled on this noodle dish. The fish curry (quite runny, like a thick curry broth) was too spicy for me (even though we asked for it to be mild / made less spicy). But the raw vegetables that it came with were excellent - fresh and crunchy.

We went to Koh lipe on one of those cold frigid Toronto nights. If you're dining in and want to be seated inside, best to make a reservation. We sat on the roofed/enclosed with plastic patio, where they had heat lamps, we still wore of winter jackets but it worked out fine! The food was really good, tasty, fresh, and hot. The mackerel fried rice was nicely seasoned and warmed us right up! The spring roll was one of the tastiest I've had, and one of my favorites! And the Pad Thai was as close to the pad Thai you'd get from Thailand!! Koh lipe seems to be busy all the time but they also do take out and the prices are reasonable.

This is the original location (the second is in Scarborough) and like many restaurants on Baldwin the site is an older home. The restaurant is 3 floors so if you have issues climbing stairs make sure you request the main floor, or their covered patio, when making reservations (reservations are highly recommended). Upon seating you are told you have 90 minutes and can order by scanning the QR code on the table. Service is quick and attentive. We had an allergy at the table and they were able to accommodate where possible. Menu extends beyond your standard pad Thai and green and red curries but there is enough choice that everyone can find something. We were warned that even their mild is considered spicy but we did not find that. 2 dishes that were labelled spicy were actually manageable. We would definitely be back, maybe the Scarborough location next time where parking is more plentiful.

The restaurant is super cute and in a fun location. The service was great, the hostess and waiter were both so nice and helpful! I got the pad see ew and it was DELICIOUS!

What we had: - Thai Milk Tea $5.95 - Mango coconut sticky rice $12.95 Taste: 5/5 I really loved their milk tea! It gives a refreshingly sweet aroma and I enjoyed that so much. The mango coconut sticky rice was not just a nom but also a fun experience!! I loved cracking the mango chocolate. It's actually a brilliant idea to add chocolate to this dessert because it can balance the taste of the mango if it goes too sour or sometimes tasteless. (They used to have a $14.xx lunch special which was a super great deal. I wish they could bring that back!!) Vibe: 4/5 I loved the patio. It was a nice photo op if the weather was nice. But overall the space was a bit small and cramped. Service: 3.5/5 We waited for about 30mins to get seated. The servers were polite. But they were quite busy so sometimes it took quite a while to seek help from them.

The energy of the restaurant was very inviting. It was packed and the smells were divine. However, for the same reason of it being so crowded, service was also chaotic. There were many instances when we were seeking out our server, and when we did have their attention - it was too loud and chaotic and rushed to be able to have a proper conversation. Because of the commotion, we weren't asked for our preferred spice levels, and neither did we specify because the menu layout was also not entirely clear. As a result, we did enjoy our meal, but found everything sweet. Being spice lovers, this was a little disappointing. The Grilled Squid appetizer (3/5) was alright. The squid was grilled well but bland, but the sauce it came with was the only spicy concoction on the table which we did enjoy. I quite enjoyed the Grilled Chicken appetizer (4/5), which if slightly spicier would have been a 5/5. This paired well with a side of the sticky rice we ordered (3/5). I only wish the sticky rice was more moist and less dry. Few minutes into it sitting on the table, it already became like a tough block of rice that was almost impossible to break apart. The Pad See Eww (4/5) again, was quite ordinary. We asked for it to come with shrimp but it seems like the default is only chicken or veggies. Again, would have liked for this to be spicier. Lastly, we ended with the Mango Sticky Rice (4/5) dessert. This was unusual as it came with a mango shaped white chocolate mould on top of tiny cubes of mango which crowned the coconut milk, sticky rice. This was a well thought of dish which was a little short of perfection. The liquid component of this dish was not sufficient for the rice it came with, which left us with a mound of dry sticky, flavorless rice at the end. Keeping this aside, the sweet white chocolate and sour mango dices was a unique take and changed up the experience for me - as I absolutely love Mango Sticky Rice and have had tons of it across the world. I do not think I would visit again given that it was not an exceptional experience. However, it is worth a short.

Food is good as always. The pineapple fried rice and seafood dish were amazing. Make sure you make a reservation, the wait is pretty long as it's so popular! The mango sticky rice is a must try.

Overall, great experience here. Some food items are absolutely incredible - culinary perfection while others are just good. Specifically - the beef islamic noodles were the best I've had in Toronto. The flavour of the curry sauce mixture was perfection - not too salty or sweet. The beef was cooked well and good quality. The portion sizes were average to large. It is at a good price point as well at 19.99. The shrimp dumpling appetizer was good but nothing special. My friends ordered other items such as the calamari appetizer and some other healthy noodle dish from a different menu - they weren't very impressed with their choices as they were average tasting. The service was good. Staff were super friendly and attentive when required (if called over). Very accommodating to requests as well. The ambiance is so cute and instagram worthy with decorations on the ceiling, walls.. etc. I enjoyed that the place was well illuminated and the outdoor seating heating was high enough that you would be warm if you were seated outside and would not require a jacket.

Hands down one of my favourite thai places in Toronto. I recommend everyone who stops by to make a reservation as this place is packed. My favourite dishes are the pad thai, their Islamic noodles and their mackerel rice in a hot stone pot with bonito flakes (watch out, this dish is naturally spicy). You can really taste the deep flavours and spices that they use in their thai dishes - very authentic and very tasty. Overall I really enjoyed their dishes and can't wait to come back again :)

Koh Lipe is on the Michelin Guide, which peaked my interest in trying this restaurant. We ended up waiting about 30 minutes for a table since we didn't get a chance to make a reservation, which was a mistake. Make sure to have a reservation if you plan on dining here. This place was packed, probably because of how good the food is! The restaurant looks quite eccentric, with lots of colours and tropical decor. Makes you feel like you are eating in Thailand! It is on the smaller side, however, so you'll be very close to your neighbouring tables. We ended up sitting on the outside patio since there was no space inside. We ordered the Chicken Pad Thai and the Khao Pad (Pineapple Fried Rice with Chicken). The Chicken Pad Thai was probably the best Pad Thai that I've had for sure. It was super flavourful, and the side of peanuts is such a great addition to a Pad Thai. The only thing was that there was a too many bean sprouts (I usually prefer more noodles over bean sprouts). The coconut sticky rice that comes with the fried rice was SO GOOD. The chicken was super spicy (probably should have ordered mild), but the coconut rice does a good job of cooling your mouth down.

Definitely a date worthy place. If you want to line up to kill time, arrive after 6:30-7:00pm. I'm surprise that I'm disappointed, but it's a pleasant place in a convenient location.

Large portions, worth the price, very filling. Their drinks. Had almost no alcohol in them though, it sobered us up if anything. But the food came out quickly!

There is street parking. They have an area likened to a patio area for seating that was beautifully decorated. The inside is eccentric with lots of colors. Service was quick and wonderful. The Khao soi was quite a large portion with delicious flat egg noodles, tender braised beef and a chunk of fried deliciousness. I ordered a medium spice but I couldn't taste it very much. They do warn you that the next level up may be a little spicy. The flavor in the broth was good. Seats were comfortable.

Delicious! Really yummy Thai food and I love their spin on all the dishes. Their seasonal/specials are also always such a treat. Big fans of the green curry. Also the Thai green tea is very tasty. Really loved sitting on the patio, quiet street made for chill people watching. Decorations also very nice. Inside seating wonderful too when outside weather isn't good.

Five stars for a reason. There is outside and inside spaces. Recommend making reservations. While in line we saw that in 2023 they got a Michelin Star! Their prices were very affordable. We were so happy with our meals! Quick service and great staff I definitely would go back here.

Got the keto pad gra prao with minced chicken and it was so spicy! It lacked flavour and in my opinion was not worth it unfortunately. But, I'm glad to see that they're trying keto options with cauliflower rice!

I read an article about how great this restaurant is, so I bookmarked it for a future visit. A few years forward and my friend said she was craving Thai food. So I made a reservation for Saturday dinner. The restaurant was small and fun! There were decorations all around. My boyfriend and I arrived before my friend did, so we checked-in at our reservation time and requested to be seated at the patio. The staff were friendly and helpful- they suggested a few popular items off the menu and kindly reminded us about the time limit for dining. While waiting, we ordered two drinks, Jas-mi-peach and Thai green tea. Both drinks were lightly sweet and refreshing! When my friend arrived, we ordered our mains: My boyfriend ordered Tom Yum with chicken and two Mii Pu (for takeout). My friend ordered Khao Soi with braised beef and I ordered the same one with veggies and tofu. The portion size was very generous- it could be shared between two people! Khao Soi was delicious, the noodles were lightly chewy, the broth was a bit spicy, the veggies and tofu pieces were well-cooked. My friend and boyfriend said they also enjoyed their meal. Due to the time limit to dine, we weren't able to enjoy eating and talking as much. Despite that, we had a good time. A few tips: - Make a reservation early! Time slots fill out fast. -There is a time limit for dining (90 minutes), so read the menu and decide beforehand - The seating (outside and inside) are very tight- bring the least amount of belongings. If you're looking for an adventure for your tastebuds, this is a great spot!

The resto was packed, tight seating! Tried their pad thai, chicken in pinneaple with yummy mango sticky rice and tasty khao soi noodles! Very flavorful overall!

I came to dinner at Koh Lipe with a friend on a Tuesday night. We've both been meaning to try this spot and got seated on the patio. The space is a bit on the smaller side with tables quite close together. The inside of the restaurant is also beautifully decorated and a great vibe, especially in the summer. What we got: - Islamic noodles - Chicken pad thai Final Thoughts: The portion size was smaller than at other places I've been to, but the flavour was quite good. I think my expectations were quite high with all the hype this place has received so overall it was okay, but didn't blow me away. I would return to try other dishes, especially the mango sticky rice.

Best Thai in the city. Pineapple chicken rice is amazing. Pad Thai was good. Curry is good. Thai ice milk tea is a bit sweet but very typical .

Given that this place is now on the michelin guide, it's obviously got a lot more buzz to it and it was totally packed on a saturday night with a line out the door. Even though we had a reservation, it was still so busy it took us about 15m to get our table. The vibe is nice inside with lots of cool decor (and a lot of Taylor Swift playing for some reason) but it was a bit cramped as they clearly tried to maximize their space leaving very little room for service staff to walk through. The service itself was a bit odd. Although everyone was nice and friendly, there didn't seem to be much attentiveness with so many patrons to attend to. My friend and I ordered two entrees to share and two drinks, and the order we got our meal was: food, side plates, water, cutlery (!!), then drinks. Never hurts to bring water and cutlery when you first come to take the order! As for the food itself, it was pretty good but I was definitely expecting more given we have so many great thai spots in Toronto and this is the only one that made the michelin guide. I wouldn't say that this is the best thai food in Toronto though it is in the same realm as the others.

This feedback is for a delivery order. I tried the staple Pad Thai with vegetables and tofu options. Masaman curry with braised beef. Both are forgettable IMO. Padthai was an odd mix of vegetables. The beef in the curry was very chewy and not the braised version one expects. With the Thai food standard being decent in TO there are several better option IMO.

I am not sure how it got Michelin recommendations as food there is just below the average Thai food restaurant, menu is strange to describe it at best. Service is fine except the fact that they do not split bill and that is written with big letters at the entrance ( how strange is that?!? I actually find it very arrogant as they seem to be busy so they can set any rule they want). Bottom line, never again