Chef Nuit Regular is a prominent figure in the Canadian culinary scene, renowned for introducing authentic Northern Thai cuisine to Toronto. She co-owns and is the executive chef of a highly successful group of Thai...
PAI Northern Thai Kitchen offers an authentic Northern Thai dining experience in a vibrant and relaxed Southeast Asian-inspired setting. Known for its flavorful dishes and ability to accommodate large groups, it's a popular spot in Toronto.
Customer Perception
Customers consistently praise PAI for its high-quality, flavorful Northern Thai cuisine, with dishes like Khao Soi and Pad See Ew frequently highlighted as standouts. The atmosphere is described as vibrant, casual, and comfortable, with friendly, attentive service. While some find it a bit pricier than other Thai options, the quality and portion sizes are generally considered fair and well-justified. Many reviewers express a strong desire for repeat visits.
PAI Northern Thai Kitchen has multiple locations in Toronto, with the Yonge Street location being one of them. It is recognized for its authentic Northern Thai cuisine and is a highly regarded establishment in the city's food scene.
Reservations are highly recommended, especially for large groups, as the restaurant can get busy. It's a popular spot for both lunch and dinner.
Awards & Recognition
MICHELIN Recommended
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I got a chance to visit PAI Thai kitchen recently. It has vibrant atmosphere with friendly service and an attractive dining room. They took good care of dietary restrictions and customized my items based on my preference spice levels.
I ordered pad thai and khao soi, both items were scrumptious. I have tried other thai restaurants like Koh Lipe, Chiang Rai etc and became a fan of Thai food because of them. It was little pricier compared to others but would still recommend it. All Thai food lovers must try it.
this was my first time at pai uptown and it definitely won’t be my last.
we came for summerlicious and had the best experience.
the pad thai was hands down the best i’ve had in toronto. every bite was incredible, and i’m already looking forward to ordering it again. the thai iced tea ice cream was also my absolute favorite and the perfect way to end the meal.
what truly made the night, though, was our server, Chompoo. she was so kind, welcoming, attentive, and genuinely cared that we had the best experience. we had a small hiccup with our pad thai, and she handled it with so much grace, kindness, and professionalism. she immediately made it right while ensuring the night remained positive and warm. by the end of the night, we dubbed her “pai’s angel” because that’s honestly what she felt like.
a huge thank you as well to Sha, who was also phenomenal and so warm throughout the evening.
amazing food, even better hospitality. experiences like this are why people come back. thank you, Chompoo and Sha, for making my first visit so memorable. we can’t wait to come back!
Me and my friends stopped by PAI Northern Thai Kitchen for a late lunch after playing pickleball, and it turned out to be a great choice. This was actually my first time trying Thai food, and I really liked it.
We started with chicken wings and chicken skewers, and they were too good full of flavor and perfectly cooked. For mains, others in the group tried the chicken pad thai and green curry rice, and those were good as well.
Overall, a really enjoyable experience with great food and a nice vibe. Definitely a place I’d come back to.
It’s really hard to find such authentic Thai food in Toronto. Everything we tried on the menu was genuinely excellent. The place is very lively and energetic it truly makes you feel the Thai vibe. The service was fast and very attentive. It’s definitely worth the wait. I will absolutely be coming back.
Amazing food, the staff were very friendly and welcoming .
Every menu item I ordered was mind blowing.
These authentic home made dishes were all amazing. The taste was extremely flavourful and all ingredients were made fresh.
I would totally recommend the SINGHA draft beer from Thailand.
Started off with the hot spring rolls, Moo Ping pork skewers, gai satay chicken skewers, Chicken pad see ew, khao pad baan nok stir fried beef rice.
The coconut Sorbet desert is a must! tasty and savoury. Thursday and Saturday evenings they have live entertainment
I would recommend trying this location and can’t wait to return to try more.
