Khao Sen

Review summary

1. B

   Bruce

   Philadelphia

   22 reviews

   5.0

   22 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent experience on all fronts. We were seated promptly after arrival and greeted by our server,Abby. She was very pleasant and took the time to ensure we understood the menu, including specials. Food was delicious and heat level was as advertised. Timing was well paced and the team ensured we were well attended. Portion size was generous. We were fortunate to find this hidden gem. This will quickly become a favorite.
   

   Is this helpful?

   Report
2. B

   Brian

   VIP

   Raleigh

   93 reviews

   5.0

   93 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   This was a great find. Great Thai food (including high-end materials), great service. The bill was EXTREMELY reasonable.
   

   Is this helpful?

   Report
3. L

   Leslye

   Washington DC

   13 reviews

   4.0

   13 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Food was overall very, very good. It was upscale Thai. We especially enjoyed the garlic shrimp, the duck with red curry (very nice use of fruit and light curry sauce), and thai dumplings. I even liked the fried tofu that came on our appetizer sampler! It was so light and crisp and not at all the stodgy texture that I associate with tofu. I do wish that we had been warned about the size of the desserts. The coconut ice cream was easily enough for three people to share! The donuts came with about 10 donuts. On another note, I am not sure why the sticky rice was dyed blue for the desserts AND why no sticky rice was available with entrees. There was a great selection of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, as well. I definitely would recommend giving it a try.
   

   Is this helpful?

   Report
4. R

   Reshmi

   VIP

   Raleigh

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on December 15, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Yummy food and presentation! Our waitress Kate was very attentive.
   

   • 

   Is this helpful?

   Report
5. e

   erin

   Raleigh

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on December 14, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Hidden gem. Food great and service excellent. We will go back again!!
   

   Is this helpful?

   Report
6. J

   James

   Raleigh

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on December 5, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   The food was spicy which is what's expected, but they didn't ask how spicy we wanted it, so it was too spicy for my wife. The Pork and Shrimp Gyoza was the best part of the meal. Highly recommended!! Note: Bring a cushion to sit on ;)
   

   Is this helpful?

   Report
7. J

   Janet

   Raleigh

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 4, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   On our first visit noted the decor is a bit sparse, wood bench seats uncomfortable and ceiling has some type of white foam blown on pipes and air ducts making it look unfinished and odd. I did not see a place to hang our coats. Food was served lukewarm. The curry dish was a bit paste like with a lot of onions, cut three different ways and minimal other vegetables.  The brown rice was dry. The steak and rice dish was much more flavorful and the Thai lager good. You have to request a spoon and sweetener if you order hot tea. Prior to ordering the shrimp dish, requested tails removed (since OSHA said they would last time we ate there) and was told this chef would do it this time since they were not busy, but would not in the future.  Not a great approach if you want return customers. Apparently OSHA has the same owner, but different managers and staff, so they don’t consider themselves sister restaurants per waitress.
   

   Is this helpful?

   Report
8. G

   Geralyn

   Washington DC

   8 reviews

   4.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on November 23, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Great food and great service!! So happy you chose Fuquay to open up in. Will definitely be back.
   

   Is this helpful?

   Report
9. K

   Kathy

   Raleigh

   4 reviews

   2.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on November 15, 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 2

   First time dining here for dinner. Had a reservation and was seated promptly. Atmosphere was very casual, with a sterile cafeteria like feel. Lighting was kind of harsh and table and chairs were very basic and uncomfortable. Tried one of the iced teas which was very tasty. Ordered 2 appetizers. Both came out just warm enough to eat, should’ve been hotter. The rib appetizer was very tough and grizzly. There were 4, we ate 2 and told server the issue with the quality. Someone else came to the table and told us they’d take off half the price from the bill because we ate 2 of the ribs. Wrong answer. Entire cost of app should have been comped. They made a bad experience worse over $5.50. The entrees were just ok. Nothing terribly wrong but I’ve had much better Thai food elsewhere. My meal was supposed to have grilled salmon but the salmon came out crispy and greasy as if it had been fried instead of grilled. Might consider trying again for lunch or takeout but not my idea of an enjoyable dinner place. I hope they work out the kinks in the kitchen and management improves their customer relation skills. I really wanted to love this place.
   

   Is this helpful?

   Report
10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Our meal was amazing. Will be back on our next visit to Raleigh
    

    • 
    • 
    • 
    • 

    Is this helpful?

    Report