Prix Fixe Menu
$ 95.00Multi-course Thai tasting menu per person. *Vegetarian menu available*
Multi-course Thai tasting menu per person. *Vegetarian menu available*
A spicy relish made with grilled local fish, charred chilis+alliums, fish sauce, lime
Nam pla fish sauce+garlic marinade, tamarind+sriracha glaze, bird's eye chili
Winter citrus, white soy vinaigrette, raw+fried shallots, toasted coconut, bird's eye chili
Charred Monterey Bay squid in a spicy+tangy seafood sauce, peanuts, cilantro
Sweet, savory, voluptuous pork belly cooked in a cast-iron pot
XO sauce = dried scallops+dried shrimp+serrano ham+ginger+garlic
Devil's Gulch rabbit leg & saddle, rabbit+pork meatballs in kiew wan curry, coconut milk, apple eggplants, thai basil
Bananas, sweet+salty coconut cream, crispy rice+peanut+sesame praline
Smoked rockfish soup, charred tomato, sawtooth, aromatics
XO sauce = dried scallops+dried shrimp+serrano ham+ginger+garlic *(Vegetarian with shiitake XO)*
A spicy relish made with grilled mackerel, charred chilis+alliums+fish sauce+lime
Braised beef cheeks in massaman curry, coconut milk, burnt+crispy shallots, potatoes
Flavorful spiced peanuts
Assorted house-made pickled vegetables
Curry mousse in-a-jar with mushrooms, coconut cream, crispy rice cakes
Nam pla fish sauce+garlic marinade, tamarind+sriracha glaze, bird's eye chili
Stir-fried in the wok with garlic & light soy
Spicy chili+lime+fish sauce dressing, green beans, cherry tomatoes, dried shrimp, peanuts [Vegetarian version available]
Rancho Gordo cranberry beans tossed Issan-style with lime, chili, rice powder, shallots, herbs
Spicy, herb-y pork meatballs served with jaew sauce, cucumbers, lime, herbs
Grilled house-made northern Thai pork sausage, spicy young pepper relish, pork cracklings
Market greens, radishes, carrots, crispy shallots, crunchy rice cakes, peanut+coconut dressing, topped with a soft boiled egg [Add steamed chicken or fried tofu +7, Add fried chicken +8]
Fried chicken thigh, sriracha aioli, pickled shallot, cilantro on acme pain de mie, served with a small side of pickled vegetables
Northern-style chicken curry broth, egg noodle, pickled mustard greens, shallots, cilantro, lime [Vegetarian broth with Hodo soy tofu]
Confit muscovy duck leg, rice noodles, bok choy, green onions, garlic oil, five-spice broth [Vegetarian broth with mushroom medley]
Chicken fat rice, ginger-poached chicken, served with pim's secret sauce, & a cup of chicken broth
<< Spicy stir-fried drunken noodles >> Ground pork, chili+garlic, onions, sweet peppers, holy basil, lime [Vegetarian with Hodo soy tofu]
Winter citrus, white soy vinaigrette, raw+crispy shallots, toasted coconut
Curry mousse in-a-jar with mushrooms, coconut cream, crispy rice cakes
Nam pla fish sauce+garlic marinade, tamarind+sriracha glaze, bird's eye chili
Lightly poached gulf shrimp with crispy catfish, trout roe, lemongrass, ginger, bird's eye chili, sweet peppers, cilantro
Rancho Gordo cranberry beans tossed Issan-style with lime, chili, rice powder, shallots, herbs
<< Pim's favorite Chiang Mai street food >> Pork+rice blood sausage steamed in banana leaf, garlic chips, raw+crispy shallots, cilantro, lime
<< Southern Thai-style turmeric rice salad >> Seasonal vegetables, sour fruits, herbs, crispy shallots, coconut, puffed rice, tamarind+black sesame dressing
<< Bangkok Chinatown stir-fried noodles >> Chicken, egg, green onions, cilantro, XO sauce (dried scallop+dried shrimp+dried ham) [Vegetarian with Hodo soy tofu]
<< Boat trip relish >> Spicy, umami-bomb kapi shrimp paste relish, caramelized pork belly, crispy catfish, seasonal vegetables [Warning: This is not Thai food for beginners]
<< Spicy northern Thai-style laab >> Wild Texas boar, \"Prik Laab\" chili blend, raw+crispy shallots, garlic chips, green onions, cilantro, pak pai
Charred Monterey Bay squid in a spicy+tangy seafood sauce, peanuts, cilantro
Sweet, savory, voluptuous pork belly cooked in a cast-iron pot
XO sauce = dried scallops+dried shrimp+serrano ham+ginger+garlic [Vegetarian with shiitake XO]
Devil's Gulch rabbit leg & saddle, rabbit+pork meatballs in kiew wan curry, coconut milk, apple eggplants, thai basil
Beef cheeks in Massaman curry, coconut milk, burnt+crispy shallots, chili
A medley of seasonal mushrooms in Panang curry, pickled mustard greens, makrut lime leaf chiffonade, Thai basil
Lamb in southern curry with charred asparagus, peashoots, makrut lime leaf chiffonade
Spiced peanuts
House pickles
Salted duck egg
Pork cracklings served with Nam Prik Noom
Maitake mushroom cracklings served with Nam Prik Noom
Baby bok choy stir-fried in the wok
Traditional northern Thai sticky rice
Fragrant steamed white jasmine rice
Wholesome brown jasmine rice
A cup of warm chicken broth
<< 'Clear' Pina Colada >> El Dorado 5yr rum, coconut, Batavia-arrack, pineapple, lime, dehydrated pineapple, prik laab
<< Thai-style Old-Fashioned >> Four Roses bourbon, Ancho Reyes, lemongrass, Thai spice Angostura bitters
<< Not the soup with shrimp >> Makrut leaf-infused Tanqueray gin, lemongrass+galangal verjus, Cap Corse vermouth blanc, lime
<< Tropical Tom Collins >> Sipsmith gin, St. George basil, passionfruit ginger, turmeric, Thai basil, soda
<< Fruity & herbaceous sour >> Haku vodka, watermelon, Thai basil, Aperol, green poblano, lime
<< A spicy penicillin >> Siete Misterios mezcal, Ayuuk, Arette blanco tequila, lemon, galangal honey, bird's eye chili
<< Grasshopper - Not the bug >> Helix vodka, Thai tea, creme de menthe, Allspice - Demerara, Thai cream
<< Revised 'Black Manhattan' >> Black sesame washed George Dickel rye, Monkey Shoulder Scotch, Benedictine, Nola, sweet vermouth, Angostura bitters
<< A global inspired classic >> Planetary pineapple rum, pandan, Avua prata cachaca, campari, pineapple, nutmeg, mint
Turmeric+honey, pineapple, lemon, soda
Seedlip, Lyre's, falernum syrup, pineapple, lime
Pentire, Giffard na aperitivo, watermelon, Thai basil, lime
Eins-Zwei-Zero NA (250ml)
Nestled inside the Parc 55 hotel in downtown San Francisco, Kin Khao has established itself as an essential culinary destination for lovers of authentic, ambitious Thai cuisine. Far removed from standard American-Thai takeout fare, this modern hot spot delivers deeply satisfying, locally sourced dishes that balance vibrant complexity with remarkable attention to detail.
Patrons frequently praise the restaurant for its remarkable depth of flavor and dedication to traditional techniques combined with playful, modern twists. Diners often highlight standout preparations such as the Caramelized Pork Belly, praised for its sweet, savory, and voluptuous textures cooked in a cast-iron pot, and the Pretty Hot Wings, which deliver a surprisingly fiery punch balanced by a tamarind-sriracha glaze. Noodle and curry enthusiasts frequently rave about the Yaowaraj Noodle and Khun Yai's Rabbit Green Curry, noting the incredible tenderness of the meats and the rich, umami-packed curry bases.
The atmosphere at Kin Khao is described by guests as cute, cozy, and vibrant, though it can get energetic and loud during peak dining hours. Service is consistently noted as warm, professional, and attentive, ensuring that guests feel well-cared for whether they are sipping curated cocktails at the bar or enjoying a multi-course tasting menu.
Beyond the food, Kin Khao's beverage menu deserves special mention. The curated wine list and inventive cocktail program—featuring creations like the tropical Koh Kood and the Thai-spiced Siam Sipper—are thoughtfully designed to complement the complex spice profiles of the menu, elevating the entire dining experience to new heights.
165 O'Farrell St, San Francisco, CA 94102
201 3rd St Ste 100, San Francisco, CA 94103
52 Belden Pl, San Francisco, CA 94104
652 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94102
240 California St, San Francisco, CA 94111
401 Gough St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Kin Khao stands out by offering authentic, uncompromised northern and southern Thai dishes crafted from locally sourced, high-quality California ingredients, avoiding standard American-Thai tropes in favor of bold umami, sour, bitter, and spicy profiles.
Standout favorites among reviewers and chefs alike include the caramelized pork belly cooked in a cast-iron pot, mushroom hor mok curry mousse, yaowaraj stir-fried noodles, and the vibrant khao yum turmeric rice salad.
Yes, Kin Khao offers several vegetarian-friendly options such as the mushroom hor mok, yum sum-o winter citrus salad, gaeng hed mushroom panang curry, and vegetarian adaptations for select noodle dishes.
The beverage menu features thoughtfully curated wines and inventive house cocktails infused with Thai spices and tropical ingredients, such as the Siam Sipper old-fashioned and the Koh Kood clear piña colada.
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