Opened in 2019 by the team behind Kin Khao, Nari Thai is one of the most exciting Thai dining experiences in SF. While Kin Khao is more of a relaxed, party vibe, Nari leans toward the more sophisticated side of the spectrum. Located in Japantown's Hotel Kabuki, the large and elegant dining room features greenery, large windows and banquettes with Thai-inspired fabrics. The menu at Nari—which translates to 'woman'—is vibrant and varied, with appetizers like a spicy mango salad and seafood curry grilled in a banana leaf. Main entrees range from a wok-tossed chicken in a bright curry paste to a tender lamb shank in massaman curry.
If you're looking for Thai food in San Francisco, you won't lack options. From Michelin-starred restaurants to food trucks and cozy, family-run neighborhood haunts, get ready to enjoy the bold flavors, intricate spices, and a harmonious blend of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy.
Nearly every neighborhood in the 7x7 has a Thai restaurant (or three) worth visiting. In the Tenderloin, head to family-run join like Lers Ros (a local Thai legend) to Thai Idea and House of Thai. For more modernized takes on traditional fare, head to one of the many new and trendy restaurants in the Mission, where spots like Farmhouse Kitchen and Hawker Fare are whipping up contemporary spins on classic dishes in party-like settings. And then there's Kin Khao, a Michelin-starred masterpiece that will take your tastebuds on a journey you won't soon forget.
Whatever your style, the best Thai food in San Francisco ventures far beyond pad thai and yellow curry. From budget-friendly spots to upscale dining experiences, these restaurants won't disappoint with the classics and will surprise you with inventive dishes and rich with the flavors of Southeast Asia.