Koh Lipe Thai Kitchen Scarborough in Scarborough

The food at Koh Lipe Thai Kitchen in Scarborough is overly salty, which takes away from the overall flavor of the dishes. Unfortunately, this made the dining experience less enjoyable.

Amazing food !!!

5 out of 5, best thai food. the line up for getting a table makes sense because they love what they do.

Amazing

Great service and atmosphere just like the downtown location :) we ordered what we usually get; Ma Sa Man beef curry and the Pad Gra Pao. Both were amazing especially since we added the extra Crispy Pork! Highly recommend both dishes. Will definitely be back to enjoy the rest of the menu.

Real taste of thailand. Would definitely return!

I ve been to this place for so many years and still I love the food here same as the first day. Highly recommend their Pad thai!!!

Dishes here are good, especially pad Thai, its excellent.

place for having delicious food and servicing! Gonna be back more often!

Food is delicious overall. Particularly like their Goong Mount, Tom Yum Soup and Khao Soi. Services are excellent which pulled up my rating from a 4.5 to 5. Just want to mention that reservation is needed.

Love their service and prik pao talay will be back soon!

My favorite Thai restaurant ever! When you walk in, you immediately feel like youve been transported to Thailand. The interior decor and atmosphere was colorful and inviting. Staff was kind and helpful to recommend dishes and drinks as well. Food comes within minutes of ordering and service was attentive. The food is the best part though as it tastes amazing. Full of flavors, decent portion, and so much to try. There is not a dish I do not recommend so far, Im still trying to try the entire menu. Favorites are: pad see ew, Islamic noodles, massaman curry, seafood platter with curry sauce, the pork belly appetizer, the vegetarian dumpling appetizer, mango sticky rice... Too many to name! Been here multiple times with different people and wont be our last

The food tastes good. The atmosphere is nice. The service is okay, but I would recommend having more staff to take orders.

Good food and good vibes. Excellent service, definitely our new to go place for Thai cravings.

My food unfortunately came out about 15 minutes after the rest of my party. My friends ended up finishing eating before I even got my meal. They offered a free Thai tea as compensation which was nice . pad seew is very good tho!

If you love thai food, you should try their foods.

Love food and service here!!! Been there many times. Never disappointed Food

Many fine details in the overall decoration of this restaurant, adds to the deep flavours of the dishes presented. The Massamam Curry is exceptional and well balanced between sweet and savoury. The Tom yum chicken wings were also a fan favourite. This is my third time here in the last 2 weeks, which can tell you a lot about the love of the dishes Koh Lipe has to offer. Even down to dessert, you will definitely love as it s not too sweet and sugary, balanced with buttery, milk toast. Spice is not to be reckoned with. If you can handle spice, try the medium before the regular spicy levels, as I was clearly humbled on my first time here. Otherwise, you will love the food, drinks, decor and overall ambiance this restaurant has to offer.

It s a Michelin star restaurant for a reason. Every dish is a banger. Their pandan toast is to die for. I wanted to post pictures but we ate it too quickly Food

So good! The Islamic Noodles never disappoints. The pad kra prao was also very delicious.

This Michelin recommend thai restaurant has a good choice of food in the menu with pictures and well described. The overall experience was good and I loved the chef special Prik Gaeng Moo Krab - Stir-fried pork with curry paste and green bean with thai rice on the side and the dessert Pandan Toast - Coconut ice cream on top with Pandan steamed custard, crumble and milk toast at the base. The place was totally worth it for the price you pay and the quality of food with taste and details!

Best Thai food I had ever had!!!

Great food, great service, great ambiance!

A lovely place to enjoy dinner. Food is tasty and large portions. Drinks are great, also large cups! Vegetarian options: Very little vegetarian options. Like tofu soup, mango salad.

My husband and I had an amazing night at Koh Lipe. Our server was AMAZING!!!! First bite of our food, we were impressed! The food was so wel-balanced. Truly deserving of a Michelin Star! I recommend all the food we had. Food : 5/5

Very fast ordered menu served even though many people on lunch time. Red curry with beef low spicy level was so good. Thank you.

Great food!

Tastes amazing

Good food and good vibes!

Very bright vibrant atmosphere and very tasty food. Even though I had been here several times, I really think the food here is tass to y and they always get new stuff and dishes. The portion is also quite good. (I recommend their Khao Pad Pla)

Its my first time eating here. The service is very good and the dishes are very unique and delicious.

VERY YUMMY!!!!!!!!

I went to this restaurant today to spend the day off with my wife. The place is very clean, spacious, and well decorated, which I liked. However, it is located inside the Chinese mall, which made me think that this is definitely not the place for date night. It was also very crowded despite the fact I went 11:30-12:00. Parking is free and spacious. Again, it is located inside the small Chinese mall. Staff are very friendly and provided an excellent service. They constantly checked our table to clean the empty dishes and ask if we needed anything else with a smile on their face. The food is, unfortunately, somewhat disappointing. Maybe it is because I had higher expectations for Michelin Star Restaurant. We ordered Shrimp Pad Thai, Goong Moun(fried tofu skin with stuffing side, which is made of shrimp and other vegetables), and Guey Tiew Khaek (Isalamic Noodle). First and most, what I expect from a good Pad Thai is that smoky flavor. Unfortunately, this Pad Thai didnt have that feature. I wouldnt say it is a bad Pad Thai dish, but if it made me think that BKK Pad Thai is better than Michelin Star Restaurant Pad Thai, it is just sad. The spice level was alright, but it was salty. Isalamic noodles were very salty. If the purpose of this salty dish was to make people order extra rice, then very well played. It was recommended dish from many Google reviews, but I would think twice if I were you. Goong Moun was interesting dish. My wife didnt like it, but it was definitely intriguing dish for me with its unique texture. You may expect an alternate version of spring roll, but it is definitely different. Please give it a try, but keep in mind that this dish is med to high spicy(depends on people, I guess) Overall, the food was rather disappointing for Michelin Star Restaurant. If you want the best Pad Thai, I think you should go to Pai instead. Summary Pro: spacious parking, clean and well decorated restaurant with friendly staffs. Many photo spots Cons: Food is all right but not what you expect from Michelin restaurant. It is located inside the Chinese mall, not for date night place. Maybe family dinner to experience Michelin restaurant. *Again, this is all my subjective options. But I always try to be honest with my own experience and not flow with what others say in the review. Parking: It is located inside the small Chinese mall.

good experience

MISLEADING, FRAUDULENT:The Koh Lipe restaurant at Splendid China Mall (almost opposite Pacific Mall) Steeles Avenue East, Scarborough misleads customers that it is a Michelin Star restaurant but it is not on the list of Michelin Star or Guide for Toronto. The logos display that they are a Michelin Star restaurant for 2022 2023 & 2024 inside a tire and a not-to-scale damaged Michelin Man, also a tire brand. The Chef recommended Tom Yum Hot Pot was bland, tasteless and did not have the Unique Tom Yum taste and flavour. I have lived in Thailand for 2 years.

Overall an alright experience but it wasn t as good as the hype. The service was inattentive and slow considering I went on for weekday lunch. We waited soo long for the server to take our order and to get napkins. The food was great but I feel that depending on what you get, it s not that different than other Thai restaurants but costs a lot more. The decor and environment was amazing. So many nice pictures can be taken.

Had an unforgettable dinner at Koh Lipe in Scarborough! The restaurant s aesthetic and ambiance were absolutely beautiful, from the intricate decor to the warm and inviting lighting. The standout design feature was the stunning boat centerpiece, which truly adds a wow factor and elevates the entire dining experience. The Michelin star is well-deserved and speaks for itself! We started with the Peek Gai Tom Yum (Tom Yum Chicken Wings), and they were incredible. The wings were crispy, juicy, and packed with the unique Tom Yum flavor definitely a standout from your usual wing options. For mains, we tried the Gaeng Keow Whan (Green Curry) and Chicken Pad Thai. The Green Curry was flavorful and spicy, perfect for warming up during a Canadian winter. The Pad Thai was delicious, with just the right balance of sweetness and tanginess. A big shout-out to our server, Yo, who made the evening even better. He was attentive, gave great recommendations, and introduced us to a dessert we wouldn t have thought to try Pandan Toast. Since the Mango Sticky Rice was unavailable, this was a fantastic alternative. It wasn t overly sweet, and the flavors worked beautifully together one of the best desserts I ve had! Highly recommend Koh Lipe for anyone craving authentic Thai flavors. Can t wait to come back!

Really good restaurant. Good ambiance and food

the lime sauce was the best, and the pad thai ALSO the garlic chips

The food here is really delicious

Came and ordered with my family. The service was really good, the servers were really nice and friendly. Food was excellent, like one of the best food i ever tasted. I would definitely recommend the tom yum soup, seafood platter and pad tae. I also ordered other stuff and it was really good. Will definitely come back!!!

Shoutout to Tony!!! Best conversation and service. Thank you

Our server Tony was a gem. He took the time to give us menu recommendations, even giving us tips on the best times to come to avoid long waits. We shared a few dishes which were all good, but the pad kee mao and thai milk tea toast were definitely the most memorable.

Overall experience was great, except the 1.5 hrs dining time, which was a bit tight. I loved the fried rice with Saba fish. It was fit with fresh lettuce.

Atmosphere was very lively! Service and food were good, but not amazing, and they are much too strict about the 1.5 hour time limit. That may be ok for two, but a group of four should get 2 hours as we felt very rushed.

Amazing food!

Solid 4 stars! It s slightly more pricey than the average Thai restaurant, but most of the dishes were exceptional. Super flavourful, so we were a bit thirsty afterwards. - Pad See Ew - great texture of the noodles! - Pandan Toast - good, but pricey. - Khao Neow Gaeng - so spicy but loved the texture of the rice. - Kor Moo Gaeng Qua - texture of the pork jowl was perfect! - Leng Saab (Tom Yum Hotpot) - Best dish we had all night. Plenty of meat and soup was amazing. - Gai Tod Hat Yai - only mediocre, would not order again. Difficult to get a table though. If you make a reservation, you ll need to put down a credit card. We showed up at 5:15pm on a Saturday and was pretty much seated right away. If we arrived any later though, the wait would ve been really long.

Khao soi was underwhelming. Not enough soup, not much flavour. Not awful but not great

Heard about this Michelin Star restaurant and had to give it a try. My expectations were set very high. The food was full of flavour and well presented. The staff were hard working and always available. And the ambience and decor was beautiful. My only issue is that the meat in the food wasnt well seasoned. The shrimp in the shrimp wontons appetizer were not seasoned at all and very bland. The dish relied on the sauce for the flavour. The beef and fish in our main dishes were way too sweet and salty. They overpowered the rest of the flavours. Amazing experience overall. Will return for sure.

Just so great I love that place & mango salad And there is a quiet & clean mall nice place Vegetarian options: Mango salad Parking: Plenty of parking

I got the Pad Gra Prao on Uber Eats with the Tom Yum soup. Both disappointing. The soup barely had any flavor. The Pad Gra Prao did not taste fresh at all. The vegetables tasted old and the meat the same. Sad.

The food was not bad but I ve had better Thai food elsewhere. The service though was not good at all. From the start, we did not feel welcome and were rushed to order. Later on, we were also rushed to pay and leave. We were waiting for our friend in the washroom and they ushered us to leave I would not come back here.

Their food is always great, but the lady servers are not that great. They seem like they don t want to work. It makes me not want to leave extra tips. Smile, okay?

Everything was excellent, from ambiance to flavors to food presentation.. We were very impressed overall and would say this was some of the best Thai food weve tasted

Amazing foods, amazing services, highly recommended

Koh Lipe has amazing Thai food! The Khao Pad Pla is flavorful and Gai tom khamin is warm and tasty with just the right mix of spices. A great place to enjoy real Thai dishes !!! Recommend

The Michelin guide named its Baldwin location on its list and this location in the Splendid China Mall is a spinoff. Good service but the moment they sit you down, theyre already kicking you out reminding you of the 90 min seating limit. The pineapple fried rice was very good. Their pad thai and khao soi were decent. Extensive dessert selection so its nice they put some thought into a complete dining experience. Beautiful dining space with a stunning dragon boat as the focal point.

4.6/5.0 This is one of the best, or can say the best Thailand food in Ontario. Overall everything are very tasty but a bit salty to me. Desserts are above my expectations. And this is a Michelin recommend

If you have allergies stay away. Simply for the fact they can t guarantee or tell you whats in what. Their Ice tea and mango juice was really good. I mean thats all we had sadly. The guy at the front (not sure if he was manager) was rude. He asked us what do you do when you go to restaurants? As if our allergies to shellfish was something hard to accommodate for and a hassle.

This is my go-to comfort food spot. It offers authentic Thai cuisine with incredible flavors at an affordable price great taste and excellent value for money. The Prik Pao Talay is an absolute must-try!

Both the food and service were great!

Service is good. I love Pad Thai. Food

Everything was delicious. Best Thai food I ever had in Canada :)

Koh Lipe Thai Kitchen - Five Stars! Koh Lipe Thai Kitchen in Scarborough delivers an incredible dining experience! From the moment we walked in, the welcoming atmosphere and authentic decor set the tone for a perfect meal. The food was outstanding bursting with flavor and beautifully presented.

The chef s special, Prik Pao Talay and dessert, Khao Neow Tu Rian are absolutely amazing that it s a must every time I m there.

Our 3rd time eating here. Recommend getting reservations during the weekend as it gets really packed! Food is really great and the service is good too! Went there on a Sunday night expecting to be really busy. Waited for almost 1hr but worth the wait, ending up spending around almost $200 for myself and my fiancé s dinner lol. Heard theyre opening one in Mississauga , cant wait!

Food tasted off and the service was terrible.

I had grilled octopus and curry rice with deep fried pork and a Thai milk tea, it s been two full days ever since I had the food here I ve been having stomach cramp, nausea, feeling of throw up and weak body. Food safety should be the top priority of any restaurant, let alone the mediocre service I got. This is unacceptable if my stomach cramp and nausea don t go away in a few days I m reporting this to the food safety for review along with my diagnostics result.

big portion , rich in flavour, very crowded tho so make sure you have your reservation to avoid waiting for long

Excellent food meeting the expectation. Came on a weekday afternoon, no wait time and food served really fast!

The food was amazing

Koh Lipe Thai Kitchen is easily one of my favorite spots in Scarborough! It s a Michelin star restaurant, but honestly, the prices are super reasonable for the quality you re getting, it s not just for special occasions, you know? Every time I m here, I have to get the Thai Coconut Mussel Curry. It s seriously the best. The mussels are always fresh and cooked perfectly, and the curry is this amazing combo of creamy coconut and just the right amount of spice. If you re into seafood or bold flavors, you need to try this dish. And to balance out the heat, I always grab a Thai Iced Tea, it s sweet, creamy, and so refreshing. Perfect for cooling down if you re not a big fan of super spicy dishes. They re usually pretty busy (it s popular for a reason!), but even then, they re always able to find space for walkins, which is super convenient when you re craving Thai food last minute. The vibe is relaxed, and the staff is really friendly and on it, making you feel at home right away. If you re looking for delicious, high quality Thai food without spending a ton, Koh Lipe Thai Kitchen is a must. Michelin star quality, great portions, and dishes that keep you coming back!

The food was delicious and beautifully presented, which made each dish even more enjoyable. The service was exceptional, attentive, and friendly.

Koh Lipe in delivers an authentic taste of Thailand. Every dish is packed with flavor. Must try menu -kao pad pla -goong moun -moo tod -pad kaprao crispy pork -gai tod And mango sticky rice is so amazing !! It s a hidden gem worth every visit.

Great spot for a decent price

The food was great and the waiter is super nice! Ive been back few times already and will continue to come back.

I always come back here for good Thai food.

The experience was really good

Liked the food, ambience.

Amazing food. Real authentic flavors. Vegetarian options: Tofu Food : 5/5 |

The food was amazing and portion sizes were great as well but its very spicy even for a medium spicy category. The ambience is great and the staff is polite.

The seafood platter is delicious! ! !

The interior is so pretty! I have been wanting to visit this place since so long and was finally able to make it so we tried a bit of everything. We got their Pad Sam Mhen or stinky noodle and it was pretty good! Ask them to remove the stinky beans if you dont want a strong smell. We also got their spicy Khao Pad Pla and it was pretty good. Their mango sticky rice is presented in a really cute way and I loved it so much! The service is really warm and quick so you wont have room for any disappointment.

Not sure what the hype is. Definitely does not live up to a Michelin star restaurant. Flavours are very normal. I tried better Thai food in less well know places

First time here and everything was delicious! Waitress (white top with blue flower top) was super friendly and helpful with the menu. Food

I am someone wont mind spending money if food is awesome.. I spend $100 for two people but i think food was average, have eaten in better thai restaurants. Just average nothing great that i will recommend to someone.

Your must-go if you re a Thai food lover! Lots of special dishes that you cannot get anywhere else but here.

this place is always a staple for thai food

I like their food and services. This is also a romantic place.

We were very excited to visit this Michelin star restaurant. The space is very comfortable, good vibe, staff were nice and the food did not disappoint! Highly recommend the Pad See Ew.

I visited the Scarborough location since the downtown branch was fully booked, having heard about their Michelin recognition. Unfortunately, the experience was disappointing. Im wondering if perhaps only the downtown location received the Michelin recognition? The food temperature was a major issue. Both the mackerel rice and pork curry were served cold. At first, I wondered if this was traditional Thai dining culture, but my friend who visited the downtown location said their food was served properly hot. The mackerel rice came in a stone bowl with a wooden base, which seemed pointless since the bowl wasnt even warm. The fried pork curry (cant remember the exact name) was tough and cold, suggesting it had been fried quite some time ago. Due to the cold temperature, the dishes tasted overly salty. On the positive side, the beer was fresh, cold, and delicious. The staff were very friendly, and the restaurant atmosphere was lovely.

Wonderful experience! The food here was fresh and delicious. The decorations make you feel like you re in Thailand. The servers were extremely attentive. Would definitely come again!

I had a fantastic dining experience at Koh Lipe Restaurant in Scarborough yesterday. The food was simply amazing. We went during the rush hours, the restaurant was packed, so I highly recommend making a reservation to secure a table. Despite the crowd, our food arrived promptly. Unfortunately, we were too eager to eat and didnt manage to capture good photos of the dishes so I used the screenshot of my video Also the new dessert is super tasty bi co Moii so good . Our server was friendly and attentive, which added to the overall positive experience. We ordered the gang cha pru, a southern dish that was an absolute flavor bomb. It packed with heat and it definitely lived up to the hype.. Overall , Koh Lipe Restaurant provided a great dining experience. Delicious food, efficient service, and a vibrant atmosphere made it a memorable visit. Dont forget to reserve a table during peak hours to ensure you dont miss out on this culinary gem

I went there yesterday with familyand the foood was amazing the sever was super nice and attentive. Great atmosphere ! Will definitely be back again for sure! Amazing experience Food

I recently had an incredible dining experience at this restaurant on Koh Lipe, and I can t recommend it enough! The service was amazing everyone was so friendly and attentive, making me feel right at home. As a big fan of Thai food, I was blown away by the southern Thai dishes they offered. Each bite was bursting with authentic flavors that reminded me of my time in Thailand. The curry was rich and aromatic, and the fresh seafood was cooked to perfection. One dish that really stood out for me was the Kor moo gaeng kua it was just amazing! If you love Thai food, this place is a must visit. I can t wait to go back and try more!

The food is exceptionally fresh and bursting with the classic Thai flavours. Their quantity of meat and portions are quite good, Drinks are so good . There s no disappointment or leaving feeling hungry here. Lovely and polite services and everything was tasty! Will definitely recommend and go back.

Came here several times and now they have a new dessert it s super delicious! I love it!!

I was blown away by this restaurant. The aesthetics, the flavours, reasonable prices, I would HIGHLY recommend!!! We came here for my birthday dinner with my family and I couldn t have been happier with my decision to go here! I loved all the foods we got! With the exception of the braised beef curry (too sweet, was expecting this to be more tangy and savoury) and the green curry mussels (mussels were overcooked and chewy). My favourites were the fried pork belly, pad see ew (loved this so much, we ordered another one), pad thai and the grilled sea bass. The service was attentive, quick and friendly. I had an amazing experience and definitely recommend this restaurant!

Michelin star? Who handed it to them? What a joke I was ignored intially by the host; perhaps it was because I looked a little younger than the others in the line up? But I was literally right in front of him and he looked past me and spoke to the couple behind me ( I truly believe he thought I was an uber delivery person because there was a load of packaged uber food next to the host station, this is even more messed up - super pretentious for no reason ) When I advised the host I had actually made a reservation, he changed up his attitude and brought me to the table. I was sat down and was told nothing but the servers name and that there was a 1.5 hour seating limit - not even a cup of water was given to me. I had to flag down several other employees before I could finally get 2 glasses for water. Service was HORRIBLE - 2 people, meal came up to about 170 after tip; none of the food came on time AND we were rushed out due to their 1.5 hour seating limit... definitely should be considering that our food was late before rushing us out. They would reach into the table, pick up the food and then put it back down realizing they hadnt even asked - extremely rude - thats the extent to how much they were rushing us. Their maximum tip option 30% so youd expect WAY better service for what theyre asking for. Waste of money, waste of time. DO NOT GO HERE. Literally a fast food thai spot in a food court wouldve been the same. An absolute disgrace to asian cuisine - shouldnt even have a restaurant let alone a michelin star. This place is nothing but a gimmick for loser instagram people who need a place to fill their delusions of being an influencer. If this place deserves a michelin star, then so does pho88 - again, what an absolute joke. Your local Mcdonalds has better standards than this garbage establishment.

Very good food.

The best thai restaurant food that i have gone to

The staffs are so friendly.

Food was spectacular but only second to our server, THE GREAT TONY. Coming back fo sho

Food was good and our server Tony went above and beyond. Highly recommend!

The great TONY was amazing tonight. He is an amazing server and was very tentative. Such a lively restaurant and the good is spectacular! Would recommend to anyone looking for authentic Thai food

Love the ambiance and food was amazing but the real show stopper of Koh Lipe is the great Tony! He definitely deserves a promotion

This is a restaurant that truly lives up to its Michelin star award. We went on a Sunday evening and the place was more than packed... thankfully we had a reservation. All through the appetizers, the main course and dessert one can truly taste the array of flavours. The service is impeccable and our hostess PAM was the star of our evening. She was very courteous, helpful and prompt. We are definitely coming again...and soon!!

Best thai restaurant in Scarborough!

Delicious

When you enter Koh Lipe, you re immediately immersed in its unique blend of traditional and modern aesthetics. Located in Splendid China Mall, the restaurant s bold exterior, complete with bamboo walls and the iconic Michelin statue, sets a promising stage. Inside, a captivating wooden boat centrepiece in vibrant reds, yellows, and blues with coiling dragons and temple-like structures brings a mythical flair. Adding a futuristic touch, their busboy robot glides through the dining area, enhancing the overall experience. Heres what I ordered: Luok Jhim: This seafood platter was a delight for seafood lovers, served with an array of fresh, perfectly boiled seafood topped with garlic chips and cilantro. The lime chilli sauce in the centre added a refreshing zest, with a distinct lime and fish sauce flavour rather than heat. Wrapping the seafood in lettuce added a nice crunch, though the squid was slightly overcooked and too chewy. Also, the lettuce was a bit wet, which needed extra napkins, but the restaurant was happy to replenish veggies upon request, which was a thoughtful touch. Chicken Pad Thai: This staple Thai dish was well-prepared but didn t quite hit the mark. Stir-fried with the right texture, it included equal amounts of tofu and chicken, which was not what I expected. A slight bitterness came through that I couldn t place. These didn t ruin the dish but they were minor disappointments. Crushed peanuts and lime on the side were a nice touch, but overall, it felt average for such a famous spot. Service was attentive despite the busy atmosphere, though catching a server s attention was sometimes a challenge. Koh Lipe excels in ambiance with its exotic decor and high-end feel, but prices are on the higher side. While the experience is unique, it may not be the best choice if you re looking for good value, but it s a good spot to introduce friends to a distinct Thai dining experience.

Probably the best Thai food you ll be able to get in the GTA. The prices were fair and I can t wait to go back.

The Tom Yum chicken wings are the star of the show! The mint pineapple smoothie was also super refreshing. Colourful decor that makes you feel like you re on vacation. Enjoy!

Very tasty dishes and great atmosphere!

Went here for a birthday celebration because we wanted to try something new and heard good things about this Thai restaurant. Koh Lipe did not disappoint. Each of us took turns ordering that dish to share and we all enjoyed each one, and had fun discovering which one of those are favorites. We did this again on 2nd visit. The restaurant is noisy and very busy with a lot of patrons talking, servers moving around, robots picking up dishes, etc. but the place had a nice vibe. The washrooms were okay (first visit was clean, second visit a bit unkempt), and the service was incredibly attentive for some place that was so busy. A fun place to eat, and the food was excellent.

Came here with a friend for a lunch and the ambience was very welcoming. Ordered a pad thai, pad see ew and fish cake. While I did enjoy the pad thai and pad see ew, it just didnt hit the spot for me. I feel like it was missing something to the flavour. The fish cake I would not recommend, it came with a weird texture

This place has the BEST and authentic Thai food in the city! I highly recommend that you make a reservation, actually their website says reservation required. Ive been here twice and both times, it has been really busy. I love that they have items here that I dont normally see at other Thai restaurants. They have dishes from different regions of Thailand. Coconut curry with pork jowl... wow, just amazing! The Goong Moun appetizer is delicious so I had to order it both times. My favorite dish so far is the Pad Sam Mhen (Stinky Noodle). The noodle itself isnt stinky, its the stink bean. The first time we ordered it, our server made sure that we knew what we were ordering but both hubby and I enjoyed it & didnt find anything stinky about it. We had the green curry with chicken extra spicy and be warned, extra spicy here does come out extra spicy. Also, the protein in each dish is plentiful! They dont cheap out. Lots of chicken, lots of jumbo shrimp. Even though it is very busy, the food comes flying out of the kitchen. They are quick and efficient there. Everything comes out delicious and piping hot. The servers here are kind and make small talk with you, checking in every once in a while to make sure everything is to our liking. The only thing I found was that 1.5 hours wasnt enough time to eat all the food we ordered plus dessert. They tried to rush us out with 14 minutes left on the clock and I had to pretty much take a stance that we wanted to eat dessert and would do so quickly. I highly recommend this place over & over again!

Nice decor, good service and great food

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Koh Lipe, and it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was warm and inviting, with beautiful decor and a cozy atmosphere. The staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive, making us feel right at home. Our server was knowledgeable about the menu and gave excellent recommendations. We started with the Appetizer which was perfectly prepared and full of flavor. I had the food which was cooked to perfection every bite was a delight! To top it all off, we shared a dessert which was the perfect sweet ending to an amazing meal. Overall, the quality of the food, the attentive service, and the charming ambiance make Kohlipe a true gem. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience! We will definitely be back.

Michelin Star indeed! Such great ambiance! The food is top notch and the servers are all friendly. Definitely recommending for you to visit Koh Lipe Scarborough!

Unforgettable meal at Koh Lipe in Scarborough! Not only was the Moo Tod, Pad See Ew, and Khao Soi packed with incredible flavors, but the restaurant s vibes were amazing too. With beautiful interiors and top-notch service, Koh Lipe truly deserves their Michelin recognition!

Food was delicious. A lot of options. Service was a little slow. Took a long time to get our food however the servers were friendly.

I ve tried their downtown location and was intrigued to know they had another location in Scarborough. I managed to get reservations last minute at an earlier time. Note that they really stick to the dining time limit because they have a lot of reservations and have to get the next round in. No issues on that part, totally get it. We had a few dishes, chicken pad Thai, chicken pad see ew, and 2 other dishes. We also ordered some drinks, and the mango sticky rice. If you can t handle spicy, definitely go for the no chili symbol ones because even if you ask for less spicy the dish is still pretty spicy. Honestly everything was great, and the service was very attentive. I think in order to make sure everyone stays within their dining limit they kind of have to. Definitely coming back to try other items on the menu.

Great food and authentic flavour. Disappointing service.

Came here for date night and we will definitely be back. It can get super busy so you better make a reservation. One thing Ill say is they really stick to their time limit.. exactly 1 hour and 30min later expect your bill. Haha which we didnt mind since service was pretty quick. The restaurant is beautifully decorated. Lots of colours and its very welcoming. They have a big menu that includes authentic Thai dishes. Servers were amazing. Quick, friendly & helpful (because we couldnt decide which dishes to choose and try). The food is DELICIOUS and SPICY!!!!

Came here for a friends birthday and we werent disappointed. Beautiful restaurant decor, good food and service was great. You should make a reservation because they get really full and theres a time limit of 1.5 hrs for groups of up to 4 so that they can be on time for their reservations. We went for 4:30pm and there were already tables of people eating. Enjoyable and would recommend, just make sure to book ahead. Parking: Park and enter by the restaurant entrance is closest to the restaurant.

Food is good but may be a bit more expensive than downtown. It is bigger and more comfortable. I doubt they should use the Michelin deco at the entrance. The downtown restaurant was recommended by the Michelin guide. Does it mean whole chain restaurants get recommended?

very delicious food, my favorite Thai food place

yummy

My friends were absolutely blown away by the quality of the food! Exceeded every expectation!

This was some of the best Thai food I ve ever had. Service was friendly and fast, the dishes came out hot and fresh! I could drink the sauce that came with the seafood platter, I ve never had anything like it! We got the Gaeng Ka Ti Sa Tor Nua (the stink bean is actually delicious) and the Luok Jhim (like I said I could drink the chili lime sauce wow). Not pictured is the Pad Sam Mhen (stinky noodle) that my partner brought home for me the following week after dinner with their friends lol. That was also really good! I will definitely be back! The decor is also really nice!

I usually dont leave a review. But this place was great!

The restaurant smelled like fish sauce inside the plaza. Service was friendly. My fav Thai soup is Tom Yum, this was not that lemongrass soup. More Asian sweet & sour. The dishes we ordered were all ok -would I go back here? Nope.

The restaurant is beautiful and very spacious. Lunchtime on my weekday visit was not too busy so no reservation is required. The grilled squid appetizer was kind of rubbery and lacked any grill marks or flavour. If not for the wonderful dip that came with it this would have been a disappointing dish. The rest of the spicy stir fried noodle dish was excellent. Given that it was not too busy the service was excellent and fast.

Pretty overly hyped. Dont get me wrong, definitely authentic Thai food. Though like one reviewer said, it hasnt earned a Michelin star, its just I nthe guide so dont expect super present service. Food

Fried chicken rice noodles were too salty and the portion was too small! 1.5 rice bowl servings There is room for change! ! ! The shrimp rolls are too strong and dry Desserts are very creative The seafood plate is ideal A prosperous shop Friday night market, after 6 oclock, 100% occupancy rate Need to make a reservation

Love this place! Both service and food are exceptionally great! There are a few non spicy dishes which are good for kids. We loved the green curry dish and the pork belly. Will definitely go back!

The food here is great! Love their varieties of options and there s definitely a dish for everyone. We came here on a Wednesday and we reserved a table in advance which I recommend as it was so packed on a weekday. Due to this service was a bit lacking as we sat for 10-15 mins before getting any water and trying to get our servers attention was a bit hard as she was never around. However, when she was around she was very nice and took pictures of us when she saw us struggling. They definitely need more wait staff when the restaurant was so full. Overall, a good place for Thai food in this area.

Okay, to start things, the atmosphere is very comfortable, wooden materials, and the aesthetic of a jungle. The place is a go-to for some delicious Thai cuisines and some comfortable environment. If I recall correctly, their service was fast, and I mean very fast. We ordered a few dishes (absolutely amazing in taste) and it all came within 10-15 minutes. Though the speed may be fast, the food was well prepared and well cooked for us customers to enjoy. Overall, one of the best Thai restaurants for those who live near Markham. Parking: Many spots for parking and most of the time they aren t even halfway full.

It was my first time there today with my family group of 8-9. I was very impressed with many of the dishes we ordered. The flavors were there, the portions were wonderful, and the atmosphere had wonderful decorations. Being Thai myself, it brought back Nostalgic flavors, I loved it! They were very family friendly, and the service received was outstanding. It has been awhile where I can say this is what customer service should be like and todays experience left me feeling like they have very well trained, caring and thoughtful servers. I met the manager before we left and she had such a wonderful energy to her- gentle and kind soul she is. We overall had a wonderful experience, one of the best food and service.

The food was amazing, but the service was horrible. No check ins, no follow up, no communication. We were going to order dessert but no waiter came to our table. We had to get up out of our seat to get the bill. It wasn t busy at all, maybe 5 tables with people. All the waitresses and waiters were just standing by the bar talking. Overall won t be going again and would not recommend dining in.

My first time here: atmosphere is pleasant, food is excellent, and service is great. I ordered a couple things to keep this review balanced: pad thai, pad grao, and mango sticky rice. The pad thai is up to my expectations and it was well balanced in terms of both texture and flavour. The Pad Grao is really good and i want to personally thank the staff that recommended it to be mild as it was spicy. Finally, the mango sticky rice is something I always look forward to the most; it reminded me of the mango sticky rice I had at PAI - which I highly praised. I will recommend one thing to the owners of Koh Lipe: offer a various spice level ranging from 1-5 for those who cannot tolerate spice. Now back to chowing down on the mango sticky rice.

The con side of having a Michelin star is the expectation that the food should be beyond exceptional. It wasnt. It was good, but there is definitely far more superior Thai places in Scarborough/Toronto. We ordered the Mango Salad which was delicious. The chicken Tom Yum soup was underwhelming. For mains we ordered chicken Pad See Ew and this was our favourite. We also got the beef Guey Tiew Khaek. This was more on the oily side, but good flavour. The other thing we found was the food while served pretty fast, was lukewarm at best. Lovely atmosphere, and no complaints about the service, but we dont see ourselves returning any time soon.

Didnt appreciate how spicy the food would be...definitely ask about this first. The Khao Neow Gaeng was delicious....the pineapple undercut the spice perfectly. Hoping to try their dessert next time!

Wow! I can t even put into words how incredible the food at this restaurant is. It s featured in the Michelin Guide, and after seeing it all over social media, we knew we had to try it. While I can t recall all the dish names (check the receipt I posted!), I was blown away by the flavors and portion sizes, especially considering the price it s such great value. We ordered enough food for four people, yet it was just the two of us, and we still had plenty to take home. The standout for me was the pork curry, bursting with umami and an incredible balance of sweet, salty, and sour flavors. It was so good, I could ve cried! The pandan toast also left a lasting impression it reminded me of a bakery in Montreal with its buttery richness and perfect texture. Honestly, everything was delicious!

Other than it always giving us the worst seats (notice how theres three sections and two are better decorated) - the taste is truly top notch

Great food

The was amazing . Had great flavor. Price is a little high for the portion you get, but flavor makes it up.

Book a table, the wait is long! Amazing place, most authentic Thai place I can find in Toronto so far, with dishes you cant find in other places, beyond usual pad thai and pineapple rice. The steamed fish is soooo good! Wish they had pork jowl without curry sauce though.

A bit pricey, compared to the portion of the food.

Food was very salty

It s busy and waitresses not enough for the customer service.

Koh Lipe has friendly and helpful servers, and the decor is lovely, with a Southern Thailand islands theme that creates a nice ambiance. However, I was a bit disappointed with the food, especially considering its Michelin Guide recognition in 2022 and 2023. The seafood seemed to be low-quality and frozen, which affected the overall taste. The pineapple fried rice was wet and a bit too sweet for our liking. I personally prefer their original downtown location, which offers a better overall experience in terms of food quality.

My sister and I had reservations for this restaurant. We shared the special menu, which include the special fried rice with bonito flakes, the whole sea bass, and the stuffed tofu skin, all of which were amazing!

DEFINITELY lives up to this michelin stars. FOOD quality was definitely amazing (although the khao soi does taste like another khao soi ive tasted elsewhere, both equally amazing) Best of the bunch was definitely the simplest, the pad thai itself. Never tasted pad thai that really highlighted the tamarind and it was just WOWWWW. Everything else was great WOOOO AND THE SERVERS R FANTASTIC AND THE AMBIANCE WAS GREAT

One of the best That restaurants in the Toronto area. Amazing food, menu is authentic , food is flavorful. Was very busy which is a good thing. Really a top spot for dining.

Yummy yummy in my tummy Great food, service and the interior is gorgeous too The tangy sauce for the fried pork belly is unlike any other, Ill be going back Food : 5/5

Having been to the best Thai restaurants all around downtown Toronto, this one struggled to compare. The vibe is very off - feels like a fast food restaurant at times. Babies everywhere screaming. No music. The food comes out concerningly quick, to the point where you re wondering if it was made hours ago and they threw it into a microwave before serving. The food is delicious but nothing special. Appetizers and dessert outweigh the mains. The toast (pictured) made up for many of the downsides of this place!! Making eye contact with waitress/waiter was a struggle, drinks were often forgotten. At one point we had to go the bar ourselves to get to our drink. Glad we tried it and crossed off the restaurant list but won t return.

It s good and tasty with nice atmosphere in spite of suburban mall setting(that may appeal to some, if so check out First Markham or for South Asian, Ridgeway). Flat noodle beef among better items I have had. I don t want to be unkind at all but I don t get the Michelin star-it s likely for downtown location. Been to Scarborough twice, good both times but there are a lot of very good Thai places in Toronto. This is one of them. Maybe the buildup of expectations with the star. Mens restroom needed a service on one of my visits. Service is very attentive without being intrusive. Full marks on that.

Nice ambience, quick service. Highly recommend the shrimp fried rice in pineapple! Thank you Toni for going above and beyond in your service and recommendations!

So far so good

Unique taste. Mild is still pretty spicy We ordered Gui Chai Tod, Moo Tod, Gaeng Gai, Kor Moo Gaeng Kua. Food

Came on a Friday evening around 5:30pm, I did not have reservations, but was able to get a table. The decorations, especially the big boat is very beautiful. Food wise: we got tom yum soup, Khao Soi with beef, green curry with chicken, pad gra praa. For a michielin guide restaurant, I was a bit disappointed... dont get me wrong, i still thought the food was still very flavorful and delicious. But, in my honest opinion, I prefer the other thai restaurant down the street. I found the food here to be more on the sweeter side with a little kick from the peppers. We also go the mango sticky rice for dessert. It was topped with a jello and rice krispies.

I was happy with my pineapple fried rice made vegan. It was flavourful and the portions are good. It s nice to have options as a vegan at a restaurant like that My non-vegan friends said their dessert was absolutely amazing.

Bi Co Moi !!

This was my first time here and we ordered the pineapple curry chicken, prik pao talay and padthai vegetables. The curry and seafood dish came out barely warm, but the padthai was piping hot. Overall, the food was delicious and I liked that the menu had a lot of different Thai dishes. The food was a bit too sweet for our liking and when we asked how spicy the food was, we were told it would be very spicy, so we stuck with medium spice, which was barely spicy for us. Next time I would try ordering spicy and hopefully that will help even out the sweetness of the dishes. Service was good and the place was clean. I would definitely come back to try other dishes. (Forgot to take a pic of the padthai).

The chicken wings are the best wings I ve ever eaten.

I have been here for the first time with my wife and we love this place. The food price and quality was fantastic, the atmosphere was really nice, and the staff were very attentive. We tried Thai tea, their signature tofu appetizer goong moun, khao soi, khao neow gang (pineapple curry rice), and a dessert - Bi Co Moi. We enjoyed everything and we hope to come back again soon!

Very popular place, Michelin recommended. Definitely get reservations. We were very lucky to get seats without one. We got the Pad Gra Prao with minced pork and it was absolutely delicious. I got medium spicy and it definitely had a kick. We also got the pad thai and fried chicken. The sauce for the fried chicken was one of the best dipping sauces Ive ever had. The decor is also very beautiful I love the fairy lights.

The butter tarts are to die for

Ordered Prik Gaeng Moo Krob, Pad See Ew with beef and Mas Sa Man with braided beef. The Pad See Ew and Mas Sa Man were just ok. The pork on the Prik Gaeng Moo Krob is very porky tasting and the skin are chewy. Saw another table order the Prik Pao Talay and its huge and looks good. Might order that next time. Also the restaurant is about 60% full but is very noisy.

Not your typical Michelin restaurant - prices are very reasonable and it s a casual atmosphere. However the food and service are excellent. The restaurant is tucked inside an Asian plaza. Overall very informal yet quick attentive service. We came on a Monday evening and it was half full. The menu is extensive and some dishes are quite spicy! Lots of free parking outside.

First off, let me start by saying please dont rush the customers by constantly reminding them how much time they have left to sit at their table and eat, every 20 minutes. People dont want to be rushed to eat, especially not at a birthday or special dinner. You should have some respect for your customers that are literally paying your bills. Whats even worse is telling us we initially had an hour and 30 minutes total and then coming to our table 45 minutes into our meal and saying we have to leave in 15 minutes. So we just lost 30 minutes just because? Great. Didnt even order dessert because of that. Now, to the food. Honestly, it wasnt that great even though Im a huge fan of Thai cuisine and have been to many popular Thai spots around Toronto. Comparatively, PAI, Sukothai, Jatujak, and Khao San road are all better options. Every Thai restaurant I have been to, they cook the khao soi with coconut milk/cream. The curry in the khao soi should be orange to yellow in color. This place just gave me a spicy, dark red curry sauce with some noodles and beef in it and called it khao soi. No coconut milk or cream in the curry whatsoever. Also the veggies in the khao soi smelled like they were rotten and I immediately removed them from the plate. The khao soi itself did not taste good at all. I couldnt even finish it. Took it home, and it went bad overnight so you cant even store it. Green curry and Islamic noodles were OK but not as good as PAIs. Green curry was Thai express level. However, The wings for the appetizers were great and actually tasted better than anything else we ordered. None of the other curries tasted good though. It feels like this is just a Chinese-run Thai spot. Overall, the food is mediocre to average. The Service personnel need some tips on manners and timing, and The atmosphere is very colorful and vibrant. Tables are incredibly small and congested, even for 4 people and all their main dishes. I would not visit this place again and would rather go to PAI or Jatujak

The food here was amazing. The place itself is also nice. Parking: Free parking lot right outside of the mall. Food : 5/5 |

Food 3/5 Service 3/5 Vibe 5/5 I have been to the DT toronto location a while ago, so decided to try their Scarborough location. Disclaimer: not a food expert, just personal opinion I personally am not a fan comparing to all the other thai restaurants in toronto. Sorry flavor was meh, portion was meh, service was meh. Tbh im kinda disappointed as this place is HYPED UP so crazy all over social media,, and also on the Michelin list. I would say great place for a try since its on the Michelin, but not on my come back and eat again list.

Friendly and efficient service and DELICIOUS food. One of my favourite places in Toronto to get Thai food.