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Kaosarn

Thai Restaurant££££

Brixton

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Kaosarn

7.5^/10

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Has a stamp of approval from The Guardian and Londonist
"Amazing spicy prawn salad, remember to BYOB"(4 Tips)
"Great Thai food, excellent pad thai."(3 Tips)
"Authentic Papaya Salad 🙌🏼"(2 Tips)
"nice and spicy with a hint of sweetness."(6 Tips)

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Harriet RuffMarch 7, 2015
Go for the beef dish which comes with a fried egg on top. Simply divine. BYO is perfect for pre night out dinner in brixton. Sit outside to avoid queuing. There's rugs and picnic heaters!
Anna SzypkowskaJanuary 14, 2018
Glass noodle salad with minced pork and prawns was delicious. Small place but cosy. It gets cold every time someone opens the door so we had to wear our jackets.
Patrick SmithDecember 29, 2012
Been here 5+ times
When they say 'spicy' they mean it! Ask for very, very mild if you can't handle chilli heat. The food is wonderful however - great curries and soups. Tempura veg to start are great.
Kukkii KoppeeApril 2, 2017
I was very impressed with the king prawn and pineapple curry - nice and spicy with a hint of sweetness. Great lunch spot on sunny days.
Jennifer LeeApril 14, 2018
Amazing, authentic Thai food! Pretty much everything was great. Try the banana fritter dessert
Sean GibsonJune 29, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The best Thai food I've had in the UK. And possibly Thailand. You must have the chicken wings and the prawn red curry. Quite simply - amazing
Jackie BrownJanuary 9, 2016
Some of the best Thai food in London at cheap prices and it's BYO. The red curry is really good.
KaramSeptember 26, 2014
Great cheap Thai food! Try the coconut soup.
jenni tapanilaMarch 11, 2017
quite busy on sunday afternoon, nice pad thai with shrimp. will go back.
Christiane LinkAugust 28, 2014
Went there for lunch. It was ok-ish but not the best Thai food you can get in London. Even so it wasn't full, I got the bill without asking for it. I got the message and left without dessert.
Bill McKimmMay 31, 2012
Amazing Amazing Amazing ! Go for Pad Thai and Travellers Lamb Curry, and oh bring a bottle of something .........
Neil ShahFebruary 19, 2012
The staff are sensitive to vegetarians/vegans. Although there are no options on the menu, staff were happy to create something wonderful.
Krisjanis BerzinsSeptember 11, 2012
You can bring your own drink! And everything is made of high quality and fresh ingredients... Very impressive.
Sia LeMay 17, 2015
Good Thai food place with outdoor seating & blankets for cold weather. Cash only.
Basti NAugust 16, 2014
Fresh Thai food for a good price. Cash only!
Peter SigristJune 6, 2011
The marinated chicken is one of the best Thai dishes I've ever eaten anywhere (including in Thailand) Read more
Simone C.August 26, 2012
I do not understand the queues. Cheap and cheerful (byo), run by a colourful, nice bunch. But is it really worth queuing for?
Stephen NockFebruary 17, 2015
Great Som Tam Thai (spicy papaya salad) for £5.90...makes your nose run! Not a bad lunch option :-)
LondonistFebruary 10, 2012
People were queuing out the door, at temperatures of minus 5, in heavy snow. That's all you need to know.
TeeOctober 19, 2014
Had a hit and miss experience here. The spicy prawn salad was overly pungent (salty) without delivering on spice. Curries were generally good though.
Iunius MardoniusAugust 14, 2014
Really nice Thai food, great flavours 8/10
Carla MagroNovember 16, 2013
Best Thai food I've had in London! Also, byob!!!
The GuardianApril 25, 2012
"A family-run Thai restaurant is quietly making a name for itself in bustling Brixton..." Read more
Shannon LowAugust 10, 2014
Great Thai food, excellent pad thai.
Matt SaundersOctober 3, 2011
Great place. Not a bad idea to book ahead. It's BYO so come prepared or pop to the shop opposite Dogstar
Peter SigristApril 29, 2013
My dad lived in Thailand for a year during Nam. And he says this is the real deal.
Jessica ENovember 28, 2012
Tom yum is brilliant, pick of the menu
Heather McKayJune 30, 2012
Make sure you ask for your dish to be spicy, Thai style. This ensures your mouth is on fire for the rest of the night!
Debbie SpenceMay 27, 2012
Amazing spicy prawn salad, remember to BYOB
Colm BrittonJune 26, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Tom Yum Bangkok Style - amazing. Do it.
Martin TiedemannMay 20, 2011
Been here 10+ times
The grilled chicken, sticky rice and salad is great, the service is even better
Oto BrglezOctober 14, 2017
Descent Thai food.
Portuguese Woman O'warOctober 24, 2018
Delicious options for thai food
Urban NomadDecember 16, 2012
Som Tam (Time Out London's 100 Best Dishes)
Tom AlfieNovember 7, 2013
Cheap and delicious. BYOB
Lizzie MJuly 10, 2011
Som tam and laab disappointly tame. The grilled pork skewers were great though.
Tobias FriedrichMarch 11, 2017
Bring your own Thai restaurant
Sarah StoneyJanuary 2, 2016
Authentic Papaya Salad 🙌🏼
Dan CalladineAugust 2, 2011
Bring a bottle! they're not licensed, but you can bring your own.
Steve WingJune 2, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Try the Moo Ping and the Massaman. Lush
Bemi IroneJuly 20, 2013
The prawn curry is on!
Claire RollinsonJuly 11, 2011
Been here 10+ times
The grilled half chicken is an absolute must!!
Tom SzekeresSeptember 13, 2011
Remember, cash only, BYOB. (I didn't)
Nick PittoniAugust 19, 2017
can find much better
Lucinda WorkSeptember 20, 2011
Lemongrass pork ribs are killer.
Claire RollinsonJuly 11, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Half grilled chicken

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