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| - After making the mandatory pilgrimages to Suko Thai on Parliament and PAI, and experiencing the awesomeness that your taste buds get treated to at these otherworldly Thai spots, I had the bar set high for Khao San Rd. I'd heard about the line ups and the massive crowds this place drew and was expecting the worst of that as I approached the gates of this trendy downtown spot.
Turned out, it was all for not.
I got seated right away by a super friendly hostess who asked if I minded to share a table, which I was okay with.
I ordered the three flavors Pad Thai with chicken, two chillier of spice. First let me say that I am not much of a spice guy, but I'd heard it is good for your health so I went with the standard and it was perfect, just the right amount of fire. Seeing as I really don't usually like spice, that's saying they found the bliss point perfectly. My accompaniment was a glass of mango juice, which for $3.50 and arriving in a giant glass, was what I'd consider good value.
I have only one bone of contention with Khao San Rd., and it's their rolls. To be clear, I didn't order them. I was considering it, but when I saw the price, I couldn't justify it. I am not someone who minds spending on food, and the rolls might be as otherworldly as the Pad Thai is, but $10?? No spring rolls should ever cost that much. They may be great, but they can't be $10.
Getting back to the positives, the atmosphere is fantastic too. They were playing some hip hop in the background, but not so loud that it distracted you from the food. The tables and chairs are comfy and at a good level so you don't feel like you're in a high chair, and the staff is very pleasant.
Great, and I'll be back!
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