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| - I've been to Khao San three times now, and sampled the majority of the menu at various spice levels. As everyone says, this place has amazing Thai food, but I think I landed on my favorite dish on my last visit - the massaman curry. It was one of the most uniquely tasting dishes I've had in some time: sweet, nutty, tangy, spicy all at once. A few people at my table didn't like it as much as I did, but if you're looking for something a little different, I dare you to give it a try. The crowd favorite Khao Soi is great, both with beef or chicken. Be forewarned that the beef chunks are massive - not what I was expecting, but delicious nonetheless! Going a little backwards here, but the Squash Fritter appetizer is also a must-try. The pieces are huge, and it's fun to pull apart and dip in the chili sauce - almost like a bloomin' onion.
The portions are large, so you'll probably go home with leftovers, making Khao San pretty affordable! The service is friendly and they get the food out quickly considering how busy they can get. I also really like the vibe in this place: the art is a little quirky and the seating arrangement could you have you sitting next to another party, but it adds to the charm. And yes, there is almost always a wait, but it's totally worth it.
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