1232 Ellis St #2, Kelowna, BC V1Y 0J6, Canada
We are your local Thai Express and pride ourselves on cooking Thai food made with love, fresh ingredients, and authentic flavour fast in our fiery woks. Come enjoy your Thai faves like our Pad Thai, Pad See Ew, Tom Yum Soup, Thai Fried Rice, and our signature General Thai® filled with the savoury, sweet, sour and spicy flavours of Thailand. We also have a tasty variety of curries, stir-fries, appetizers, and desserts filled with our Thai heart. Don’t forget to ask about our Discovery Menu with a different dish each day at a special price! Thai Express is the same but different.
I have ordered twice now months apart , everything would probably taste amazing except it always all taste like a grill . Clean your grill and it would probably be good but as it is it’s disgusting. Last time I’ll order.
Not sure what happened. But other locations of this franchise does a way better job on their pad Thai. It’s ok for a quick fix or craving
One of the best ice cream that I tasted but the servers are not good. They're rude and unconfident. As a new customer just waiting and ask for more information about the dynamic to decid a new flavor or something different. Unfortunately guys just are there looking and rushing you to choose an ice cream flavor. Giving a poor info of flavor or new experience. They does not look friendly or with intention to giving to you more details.
I ordered veggie fried rice and asked for it to be medium spicy. However, what I received was extremely disappointing. The rice was incredibly spicy, as if they had just dumped a load of red chilli powder in it, without any flavour and no salt. It was so overwhelmingly hot that it was nearly inedible.When I brought this up to the person at the front and asked if they could fix it, he flat-out refused to help.Also, This wasn’t my first time trying Thai Express, and the dish was not made how they usually prepare it or how it usually tastes. Overall, it was a very frustrating experience plus the money i spent was wasted.
I ordered online to try for the first time. The food was fine though not to my taste but the pineapple cheesecake was mouldy. When I called the restaurant to talk to them about it the man on the phone denied even having an online order that day, it’s the only Thai express in Kelowna, I have receipts and the food came in Thai Express packaging.
Lived above here and finally tried it out. Absolutely disgusting. The food smells like dead grass clippings. Asked for no spice and has the most intense lingering back of the mouth burn - just from one bite. My partners dish was so gross as well, the onions were giant chunks of peel. Pinapples from a can and the sauce horrid. Sad that two people were just sitting down on their phones when I came in. This is worse than any mall food or anything i could’ve ever expected. Save your money!! Go elsewhere!
We ordered Thai Chicken wings 6pcs with amount $10.65 we are not happy with its serving specifically on the size of chicken it was so small.the taste also, its like plain fried chicken only. We did expect a better quality of chicken but we did not get it. The overall price is very expensive for its small serving! I will not order this anymore. The curry food was good though, its the chicken only. You have to change the serving the taste of your thai chicken (change it all) because it’s very disappointing. Our dinner was ruined because of this 😔
I am really surprised as to how this place has got 5 star reviews. I ordered 2 of the most famous items. Pad see ew with Chicken and green curry shrimp with rice. Pad see ew (noodles were very dry, chicken added was also too dry and chewy). No vegetables, very few greens. There should be more vegetables. Lacked taste too. Green curry on the other hand also lacked flavors but was better than the noodles. There was hardly any curry covering the rice. The only thing is that the portion size is good but the rice in the end was so dry that we had to discard it. Update: Visited the store and ordered chicken dumplings and mango salad assuming mango salad at a Thai store to be an Asian style but I was startled to see just a few slices of mango and rest was chopped lettuce. R u kidding me? Lettuce for $8.55 before tax? Lettuce in a mango salad? When you are selling a mango salad at a Thai place it should be like a papaya salad at Thai restaurants, not some premade pre- cut lettuce. This was too shocking for me. And the person at the counter says I should have asked what's in it!! My question to you is why is it not mentioned? You have such a big display up but you couldn't mention what's in it or what it contains?? I don't eat lettuce so finally got it refunded, staff was not bad though but if you are at the store then please check before ordering. After seeing the salad, I wasnt sure of the Chicken Dumplings but they were surprisingly good.
Prab is a great employee! Clearly goes above and beyond for customers. Food
Terrible. Got food poisoning from the pineapple chicken dish. Dont go here, it s disgusting.
Excellent food, the reviews dont lie
Very mid pad Thai. Over cooked chicken lacking flavour and watery
Very nice guys , work hard , doing best , open to feedback. Well worth it . Try them Food
Last night we ordered two cheesecakes, as we usually expected our nice slice, but instead a small square for almost 8 dollars, but this is called theft !! You are thieves !!!
Nice & fresh food, fried rice b super nice
Ive been meaning to try this place but it was closed the last time I drove by. The food was delicious, medium spice was perfect, the guy who helped me was very friendly and made my food fresh and fast. Very impressed and will definitely be back!
Today I went there and I had a great experience there. Very friendly staff and efficient as well. I recommend this place as now it became my favourite place for hangouts .. Must try !!!!
Really delicious food , great value for money. Great owner.
Pad Thai again and again
Best late night snacc
Thai not so express
Update your hours. Seems like you are never open when Google says you are ?
I work in the neighbourhood and multiple times I have tried to go there during my lunch hour. Google indicates that the business is open only to discover that it is closed upon arriving. Please provide your hours of business to the public so that we know when you are actually open. I know people wont go now because of this issue which is very detrimental to a restaurants reputation. It is too bad because I enjoy your food.
Pad See Ew was bland and could not taste the sauce at all. Really disappointed
Where is the rest of it? Used to be good sized portions and now 2/3 of the container at most
Great service and delicious food. Highly recommend it to anyone passing through Kelowna
I was waiting for 1 hour for my order and they didnt give it to me. terrible service
The food was decent, but the restaurant failed to open on time as advertised at 5pm. Despite allowing online orders for pickup at 5pm, the employees didnt arrive until around 5:10pm. While they promptly started cooking my take-out order, it wasnt ready until 5:30pm. Businesses accepting online orders should ensure their kitchen is prepared to meet advertised opening times for customer convenience.
Ok to start off with The food was mint absolutely looooved the food and the guys behind the counter were suuuuuupper friendly and we even had a few huckles n laughs the guys helped the misses pick out a great dish as she doesnt eat Thai much and she even enjoyed the food and said wed be coming back....the best part to top it all off Is the fact of how close it is to my work see you guys soon on lunch breaks boys ps Ill bring friends
This place is a must visit. Not only they have delicious food, oh how i miss Thailand cuisine, spicy and aromatic. After filling up your tummy you can have a treat of sweet ice-cream with lots of toppings and flavours too. Owner is super cool! Staffs are friendly!
Great pad Thai, prices, and management!
Amazing service and even better food. This place is a must when your in Kelowna!
Such good food and even better customer service. 10/10 experience would go again!
Great staff and decent food!
Best Thai food and fast
I recently visited Thai Express in Kelowna and was blown away by the quality of their food and service. The restaurant is located in a convenient spot and has a warm and inviting atmosphere, making it the perfect place to grab a quick bite or sit down for a meal. As soon as I walked in, I was greeted by the friendly staff who were more than happy to answer any questions I had about the menu. They were attentive and helpful throughout my visit, ensuring that everything was to my satisfaction. Now lets talk about the food - it was absolutely delicious! I ordered the Pad Thai with shrimp, and it was one of the best Ive ever had. The noodles were perfectly cooked and had just the right amount of spice, while the shrimp were fresh and flavorful. The portion size was also very generous, making it a great value for the price. In addition to the Pad Thai, I also tried their spring rolls and they were equally amazing. The rolls were crispy on the outside and filled with fresh vegetables and savory meat. It was clear that the ingredients were high quality and the dish was expertly prepared. Overall, I highly recommend Thai Express in Kelowna to anyone looking for delicious and authentic Thai food. The staff are welcoming, the atmosphere is inviting, and the food is outstanding. I cant wait to come back and try more dishes on their menu!
I was walking down the street and noticed that the doors were finally open for business, mind you I live in the area so I was waiting for them to open up shop. The wait was definitely worth it! The service was great, the ingredients were all fresh and the bowl I had was very flavourful, the options were plentiful and I can t wait to try the rest of the menu! Super excited for the dessert side to open up as the days are getting warmer! Definitely recommend checking this place out!
Friendly, welcoming staff, great little vibe, awesome food! Great location to pick up & walk to park or beach.
I work a block down from Thai Express and ive been eyeing this place down since construction. Today was the day I finally got to try it. All I can say is, Im amazed my tastebuds were in awe. Kelowna needed a new unique and flavorful spot. Definitely will be coming back to try more of the menu and do recommend everyone to try!
I was waiting for this place to open for a while. The owners are very friendly and the Pad Thai is amazing!
Nice vibe. Great service and tasty food!
Saw the now open banners while at work and decided to check it out. I can easily say it exceeded my expectations. Brought the whole office in for lunch the next day. It is family run and they are very friendly!
Wonderful restaurant with delicious food. With the lively atmosphere and great service, it s just what downtown was missing. Would definitely go back again and again!
Fast and delicious food, made right infront of you. High quality, great service and only the freshest produce!
Great service and better food!
So happy Thai Express opened up downtown, definitely needed this! Had a great spicy bowl
Great food and customer service. Will definitely be going back again.
We went here after a night of drinking and may not have been the easiest guests. But the staff was super chill and patient and let me tell you their water smacks so hard. They also have plastic straws #big anksfailandicannotlie #imtoooldforhastags #imaginethinkingyourecoolusinghashtags #seriously try the water
Love this place! Great addition to downtown!!
Dietary restrictions: This place is so accommodating. Food was great and service was even better.
My friend and I had a great dine-in experience at this restaurant! The staff were committed to great service and were very friendly. The atmosphere was awesome and I definitely liked the modern interior design and layout! There Pad Thai is a must try!!
Excellent food
Id definitely recommend this spot for anyone wanting a fast and fresh meal! I went in for lunch and tried the lemongrass beef bowl, so delicious and fresh! Friendly staff and great service. Ill be going back for sure to try out more dishes.
Great environment, friendly people and the food quality cannot be compared to! I seriously recommend everyone to go and check it out!
Thai Express not only has amazing, fresh, good quality food & is served piping hot YUM. The staff is incredibly friendly, hard working and made the visit. We are looking forward to the dessert bar to open & so stoked to have new options available in the downtown core. We bought bok bok chicken, chicken wings, general Thai, pad thai and shrimp spring roll. The spring roll is the best I have had thus far. It was all really flavorful & perfect portion. The kiddos loved the chicken and the wings were even made fresh. Just so delicious. The automosphere is friendly & chill! My family & I give this place double 5 stars. Go give it a try you wont regret it.
Nice food, Nice people, 100% recommended if you want eat amazing thai food!
Unreal food. Solid prices. Staff was super friendly. Perfect place for late night meal
I recently visited Thai Express while in the downtown Kelowna area. Great friendly service and amazing food. Will definitely be back! Would highly recommend the pad see ew!!!
Thai Express is an outstanding Thai restaurant. Stopped in for a quick bite and have eaten there every day this week. The staff at Thai Express is incredibly friendly and attentive, and they go out of their way to ensure that you have an enjoyable dining experience.
1 word. Bomb. Nuff said.
We loved the food
Amazing Food. great service Kid-friendliness: I brought my kids here.
Pretty cool vibe. My favorite late night place to eat. Staff was great and food was fresh.
Quick and efficient service, great food and quality.
Thai noodle soup with shrimp was excellent Vegetable spring rolls .. spectacular Thai pineapple chicken . Spicy just the way I asked for it and was superb And don t forget to try the Thai chocolate banana cake is awesome Very nice space . Clean and vibrant Service was outstanding Great new addition to the downtown core
Store owners are super nice and friendly and the food was delicious. This is a must try for anyone from or visiting the city, 5 stars
Very nice owner and very good food. Highly recommend to anyone that wants to try something new.
Stoked to see this place open in the area-So many options, Hard to choose just one thing-food was awesome! Really friendly staff, perfect location, will definitely be a favourite this summer to grab and take to the beach. Can t wait until the ice cream side opens as the options on that size are unreal!
Same consistency Thai Express always has, great seeing them come to Kelowna
Amazing food, amazing service! 100% recommend!
The best Thai Express I have ever been to. They consistently serve even and fair portions of food. Not only is the staff both friendly and speedy, but are also very helpful and knowledgeable. To top it off, the food quality is great everything tastes fresh and hot. Way to go!
Amazing food and amazing Service. Had a great time with my kids. Will definitely be going again!
Fantastic service and impeccable taste. Highly recommend the Beef Pad Se Ew, Owner makes sure the taste is well above what you re paying for. Highly recommend!
The servers are so nice and friendly, and they open til night , I am happy that I have one more options late night.
First time having Thai food and what can I say. The people working at Thai express went beyond our expectations. Wait was minimal and the food was 10/10! Can t wait to be back, keep up the good work guys!
Highly recommend! The food was amazing and the staff provided excellent service. Really glad to see a new option in downtown Kelowna!
Say that their open and don t answer calls when infact they are closed due to issues.
The service was amazing. We got our food relatively quickly and they were closing so they gave us two spring rolls for free. All in all super awesome people and would definitely come back soon.
Prab was amazing!! the food was delciious too !!
Great food and open late. My boy Prab (hope I spelt that right) gave excellent service and even gave me a few free spring rolls for the road
Nice place to eat Thai food all over kelowna
So happy to have Thai express in Kelowna. Best Thai fried rice!
Amazing options and great customer service from Ashley!
My new favorite Thai spot in the city! Up and down the entire experience was amazing. Food was great and customer service was just as good. 10/10 recommend
Delicious stuff, late night bites, thanks!
Stumbled upon this dope little spot. The food is soooo good and the people there are super nice & chill. Vegan options are bomb AND they have an ice cream spot on the otherside. Good location and open late too. Definitely be coming back
Extremely friendly and helpful staff, excellent food and great portions!
Good food and good price
Nice new spot with great food. Good portion size and tasty too. I got the lemongrass chicken stir fry and would get it again. The kitchen was also spotless
Friendly staff, clean facilities, food was excellent!
I love Thai food and happy to have this in Kelowna. Great location and tasty food. Excited to come back and try everything on the menu
Worst pad Thai I ever had, it had some kind of smell, no taste at all. The food was so bad that I had to throw all away. This is worst pad Thai I ever had
Awesome place, open late and served great cheesecakes.
Dietary restrictions: Allergies
Great Customer Service,Great Atmosphere, Really good food and cheesecakes are a must try.
Very good food.
A lot of options for vegetarians and non vegetarians. Also for vegan once. The food is too good. Must visit and make your day more special and tasty with Thai food. ( # Thai Express)
Vegetarian options: Staff is super Duper friendly Great Food Great Service Must Visit if you wanna something different from the town food Thai Pad Noodles are my favourite
Friendly staff and amazing food! Will happily order again and again! Staff happy to chat with you without pushing for sales!
Thankful they have vegan and gluten free options. Great food
Awesome food and great service. Highly recommend trying this place
Always hit this place up after the gym. Best stir fry with double meat in town!
Delicious food and the dudes working there were super chill
By far my favourite thai place in town
Very great service and food. Would definitely recommend. Very great portions.
love how late they re open!!!! i m a customer for life with these hours <3
so convenient how late they re open!!!!!!!!!
this place is fantastic!! love how late theyre open, nowhere else is open this late in the area. great food great service
I love that they are open till 2am Fri and Sat!
This place is definitely what Kelowna downtown needed! Delicious food, great people working there and it s one of the only places open super late on weekdays and even later on weekends! I would definitely try this place out if you haven t yet!
I am a long time fan of Thai express, this place was a staple for me when I lived in Vancouver and I missed it so much! I was beyond stoked when I drove by and saw the sign before they opened (right around the corner from my house too!!!) I order the pad see ew every time and its unreal how good it is, I cannot get enough!! have been here over a dozen times since they opened this location and will definitely continue. its especially convenient that theyre open late on weekends, appreciate them so much for this!!
I work down the street, and this is my new go to lunch spot! Affordable prices and quick service. The owner and staff are super friendly, and have great options for vegan and gluten friendly. The vegan fried rice is my favorite!
tasty food and a great price. good value. best thai food in kelowna.
Best Thai food in town. I m not one to leave reviews but this place blew it out of the water. Will definitely be back to try more!!
Great customer service, yummy spicy pad Thai! And finally a eating destination in Kelowna thats open late. Recommend!
Amazing fresh food and great service! I love coming here on my lunch break or after work
Shoutout to Chetan for making Incredible Red Curry Bowl Thank you Man
Ordered two meals. The rice dish was super spicy but my noodle dish burnt my lips and tongue. I love spicy food but this was not pleasant. It would have been a great dish but they definitely went overboard on the .
Glad to have found this awesome place I had the yellow curry and OMG it was flavourful and delicious my spouse had the fried rice and said it was just the right amount of spice and was awesome Huge portions had left overs. We came back few hrs later and had there amazing rocher dipped ice-cream and ooooo boy I will be back Thanks for great food and fair prices. Look forward to many more stops here Made our date night great
Great place to grab food at any time of the day or night! The staff and owner are super friendly and helpful. Prices are fair for the amount of food you get. This place will definitely be seeing more of me! Dietary restrictions: Vegan, vegetarian
Ok as far as fast food thai. It would be better if they used better veggies in their dishes. Green Curry just had green peppers,and onions. Also, very salty.
Had an absolutely delightful dining experience at Thai Express! From the moment we stepped in, the ambiance was inviting. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure I felt welcomed throughout my experience. Now, lets talk about the food - it was beyond amazing! The menu had an excellent variety of authentic Thai dishes. Highly recommended for anyone craving an amazing Thai experience!
I dont know why this place has got 5 . Its really not worthy. Pls choose another Thai restaurant
Veggies in my curry were still raw and the rice was overcooked and mushy.
How on earth does this place have high ratings!? This is not Thai food this is something else. To the owner, I want to ask what part of the chicken is it that you serve? Its definitely not breast or leg or thigh, what the heck is it? Neck, back? Please let me know in your reply. Also that was the first time in a long time Ive eaten previously frozen carrots, just not something I would imagine to be served these days. I ordered the basil fried rice, not sure why its called that, there was zero basil in it at all, zero flavor of basil and just bland and unpleasant, and super oily, like hard to describe how oily and greasy it was. To sum up the food, it was the absolute cheapest possible food that someone could serve that is edible, definitely not palatable, doesnt taste anything like any Thai food Ive ever had in my entire life, but edible I suppose, I just wont ever eat it again. This was my first and last time eating here. The staff were friendly and helpful though, I will say that. The first guy I talked to though had no idea what I was saying, which is ok but a language barrier makes it difficult when someone has specific questions about food allergies.
Great service and great food.
Excellent and kind staff service, great food and service.
Boring flavors. Ive been to Thailand and can tell you this is not authentic Thai food by a country mile. Portions are good. The cook was kind and polite. Scan thru the reviews and youll notice a pattern with the 5 star writeups. This business is gaming the review system with fake reviews from the owners buddies.
Great food full of flavor!
We ordered pad thai after midnight. It came faster than any pizza I have ever ordered . And this was by far the best late night delivery food I have ever eaten. I can not say enough good things about the quality of food and service from Thai express. Definitely worth the price
Nice owner!!!!!
Best place late late night craving the atmosphere was vibrant and the combination of spicy food and ice cream at the same place is just mind blowing and smart polite and friendly staff, they were working on both sides were patient. Ordered pad thai with shrimp and the taste was so authentic and they just served it to my in 4 mins which was impressive. Recommend to everybody who loves to try different food cuisines.
Ordered take out, got it home and it is awful and way too expensive for what we got. Won t order here again.
Pad Thai is tasty. Too bad its not Tom Yam on the menu