烤寨泰式餐酒館 Kao Jai Thai Bistro ข้าวใจ

The food was fantastic, we were impressed with the perfect blend of sweet, sour and spiciness of each dish. The staff and the atmosphere were really cozy, especially the chef! It's a must-visit if you are into Thai street food!

Food is light in a way compared to other Thai restaurants, not just tons of chili or lime. But flavor combos they have are outstanding, chef Clavin play around herb/spice/sweetness/acidity/texture/color/dippings like no other. Especially their grilled dishes. A must go place!

As promoted, they are a Thai Fusion restaurant, so not the place to go if looking for some traditional Thai food. The dishes taste was above average, however the portion size was quite small considering the pricing which I felt was a bit high.

Every dish exceeded expectations. Chef knows how to combine strong flavors, textures, and colors superbly. Jennifer works the front with enthusiasm, patience, and care for all the guests. Highly recommended.

A fantastic Thai restaurant in Taipei! The chef and staff are passionate about their craft and incredibly friendly. Great food and people. My favorites are their soft-shell crab and steak but you can’t go wrong with any of their dishes! Convenient location and great for group gatherings as well. A must try in Taipei if you are looking for authentic Thai flavors! Enjoy!

Been 3 times now, each time is fantastic. The chef clearly shows his passion (and skill) for every dish. Some of my favorites are the octopus, the sweet potato w/ground pork, the betel salad, and one particular off-menu item that is amazing. Best to come with a party of 4, I think, so you can try a lot of items. Even the items that aren't my favorites, I can appreciate the elevated concept and execution of the dish. The staff is also great, very knowledgeable about the food, and very hospitable. We had one small issue with one item that occasionally happens to any restaurant and it was taken care of immediately. Even on a busy night like the last time I went, they were well coordinated and cheerful. This is not your typical Taiwanese Thai restaurant like 瓦城/非常泰. It's much more interesting, and not that much more expensive considering the ingredients and skills involved. Go with a sense of adventure to try something new!

Very tasty Thai fusion-y food and friendly staff! I hear the owner grew up in Thailand, and worked at some top restaurants before this. I love that he doesn't shy away from spicy flavors unlike many restaurants in Taiwan. :) Some dishes might on the surface be reminiscent of Taiwanese cuisine, but the seasoning and sauces take you away. Although the prices and distance will keep me from being a regular, I still need to back and try their steak (gotta order days in advance, as the process is involved for their small staff and kitchen!). Update: finally was able to try the steak! Totally worth it ? And besides the usual hits, also got a sneak peak at a new pork dish and shrimp! ? Great people here??

Five stars because the boss gave me a free dish. Generally I wouldn't come all the way here for dinner. 2500 for two people and we were VERY full after. Interesting and innovating Thai cuisine. Especially the duck, which is perfectly cooked. Incredible skills, hats off to the chef. However, I think it's quite expensive for what it is.