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Welcome To Kim Thai Food
At Kim Thai Food, nestled within a vibrant North Hollywood swap meet, authenticity mingles with heartwarming hospitality. This Thai-Vietnamese eatery embraces the richness of traditional cuisine, featuring standout dishes like papaya salad and duck salad with sticky rice. Guests appreciate the fresh flavors and unique, home-cooked essence that transport them to their culinary roots. The family-like atmosphere enhances every dining experience, making each visit feel special. With options for every palate, including many vegetarian choices, Kim Thai Food is not merely a restaurant, but a hidden gem that delights and nurtures with every plate served.
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Kim Thai Food
Welcome to Kim Thai Food, a hidden gem tucked away in North Hollywood's vibrant Swap Meet. Here at Kim Thai Food, you’ll immerse yourself in the authentic flavors of Thai and Vietnamese cuisine, masterfully prepared in a warm and inviting family-like atmosphere.
Located at 12727 Sherman Way, North Hollywood, CA 91605, this quaint establishment has become a beloved spot for local food lovers seeking genuine, home-cooked dishes. With a simple yet delightful menu, Kim Thai Food presents a variety of tantalizing options like Rice Roll Vet Style, Papaya Salad, Fried Eggrolls, and the crowd favorite, Duck Salad with Sticky Rice. Each dish pays homage to authentic recipes that resonate with the true spirit of Southeast Asian culinary traditions.
Customer reviews paint a vivid picture of the experience at Kim Thai Food. Michelle Hedden describes it as “authentic down home cooking” with a heartfelt suggestion to “get in my belly.” Her enthusiasm for the Duck Salad shines through, emphasizing the deliciousness of the medium-spicy dish that has captivated her taste buds. Similarly, Mike Gaeto praises the papaya salad for its freshness and authentic spiciness, reflecting how well the dishes cater to the palate of those craving true flavors.
What really sets Kim Thai Food apart is its commitment to authenticity. Justin Luthey expresses how the food here feels different from other Thai places he’s visited, highlighting unique dishes that take diners on a culinary adventure. Bunny Manochit shares a similar sentiment, noting that the dishes are reminiscent of a mother's cooking—nothing beats that feeling of nostalgia with each savory bite.
Their welcoming service only enhances the experience. As P Hiranpradit states, this establishment is a “hidden gem” in LA, thanks to the dedicated staff who go above and beyond to make each visitor feel special. The attention to detail and the care infused into every dish truly shine through, making diners excited to return.
For those on the hunt for a delightful culinary escapade, Kim Thai Food proudly offers a genuine taste of Thailand and Vietnam in the heart of Los Angeles. Whether you’re a local or merely passing through, make sure to stop by and savor the rich flavors and the friendly atmosphere that will undoubtedly keep you coming back for more.
Contact Kim Thai Food at (818) 272-7119 for takeout or visit to experience Southeast Asian cuisine that feels like a comforting embrace.
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“ This place is authentic down home cooking, the woman here are family like atmosphere.Get in my bellay. Thank goodness I work down the street. Come support them. A rating. Try duck salad with sticky rice medium spicy. So freaking good. ”
“ I am so excited I discovered this place and am excited to try more dishes! I got the papaya salad and sticky rice for lunch the other day and it was super fresh and authentic. Spicy in all the right ways! The woman taking my order was super friendly and appreciative of my business I will definitely be returning! ”
“ Unlike other Thai food we have had. Felt more authentic and had unique dishes we had never seen before. Tiny little place at the end of a dingy swap meet but the excellent service and loved everything we got. ”
“ We found this small place on google maps trying to look for it and it was inside the Swap Meet market in the back where the food court was. Food was delicious! The closest thing to my moms cooking very authentic ”
“ Very authentic northeastern thai food! Hidden gem in LA! ”
“ I consider myself a connoisseur of Thai food and approve the authenticity. The food is delish and is mostly Northern Thai dishes. It is inside the Swap Meet joint which is quite interesting, but the food slaps ”
“ This place is a little hard to find because its hidden deep inside the market. Keep going into the market and youll find a food court where this restaurant is located. The food is authentic as we got from Bangkok. Its extremely spicy. The price is not cheap considering this is a food court. It was featured in one of the Mark Wiens food tour videos. ”
“ THAILAND Excerpt from Eat the World Los Angeles Inside of La Fiesta Swap Meet, make your way past clothing, hat, and shoe vendors, past sleepy workers watching movies on their phones, walls full of veladoras, and the many barbers and salons in La Fiesta to sit down for a spicy feast. Kan Tong is the name of the original owner of the stall, who went by the nickname Kim. No matter what language you prefer, an exciting meal is on the way. This meal started with a delicious plate of naem khao tod 10, which immediately went to the top of the power rankings with the one at Vientiane down in Garden Grove. In addition to the rice cooked with curry paste and sour sausage, they include peanuts and roasted chili peppers. Freshly chopped up ginger seemingly pervades each and every bite in such a good way. ”