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A relaxed, family-friendly setting with photos covering the walls & a menu of classic Thai dishes.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 3807 Center St, Tacoma, WA 98409
Phone: (253) 248-9813
Website: http://loaktoungthai.com/
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Reviews
Robyn Russell
Absolutely outstanding! Loak Toung Thai delivers on every level — excellent, friendly, and attentive service; a warm and welcoming ambiance; and truly delicious, flavorful dishes. Every plate was fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. The portions were generous, and the prices refreshingly reasonable. A wonderful dining experience from start to finish. We’ll definitely be back!
… moreMichael Beauregard
Today I find myself at Loak Toung Thai in South Tacoma. Established some 10 years now, Loak Toung dishes some seriously good Thai food. Be mindful, the location is a bit sketch. The food far and away over compensates for the location.
Today we ordered Thom Kha, Penang Curry, Larb, and Pad Woon Sen. the portions were frankly too large. The food was so delish we will gladly enjoy leftovers.
Should you find yourself in Tacoma, treat yourself to Lisa Toung Thai, you will be glad you did.
Enjoy
… moreToday we ordered Thom Kha, Penang Curry, Larb, and Pad Woon Sen. the portions were frankly too large. The food was so delish we will gladly enjoy leftovers.
Should you find yourself in Tacoma, treat yourself to Lisa Toung Thai, you will be glad you did.
Enjoy
Ember Root
Just really sweet and awesome people in this place. Me and my friend both agree that it is peak customer service hehe. There was no other person who could be more considerate than Kawika, who was just straight a pro in getting people’s hearts <3.
And the foodd ooooo i think this place is just there to impress. If you want to be impressed come come come come and enjoy some of the best environment music and food!!!! 🙂
… moreAnd the foodd ooooo i think this place is just there to impress. If you want to be impressed come come come come and enjoy some of the best environment music and food!!!! 🙂
Suzanne
ENJOY!
My only go-to restaurant if they’re open when I’m in Tacoma. The only Thai establishment to which I was confident in taking my dining-out-savvy-friend out for lunch.
Brandon, his Thai wife and their son own and run the place. It’s legitimately great Thai food, with same-day fresh quality ingredients (I asked ) and very well prepared.
Prices remain affordable. Portion size (PhadThai) perfectly satisfied my dine-in restaurant lunch and the next two nights for at-home dinners. Money well spent!
September’25 the 5 star ️ system failed me. I ordered 4⭐️ and it was too tame. Maybe ask about the spiciness when you order.
Note: my experience is that their website is not necessarily kept current regarding adjustments to dates closed- and that may also be true for open hours. Suggest a quick call before driving to verify website’s accuracy.
2nd note: if your first visit, definitely don’t be put off by exterior presentation/location. Loak Toung Thai is a more or less hidden hole-in-the-wall gem of a restaurant. The interior is clean, comfortable, humble, family created and unique. You won’t find bright-white cold LED lighting. It’s more of a dimly, twinkling lit ♀️✨ atmosphere.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️s from so many reviewers is high praise ♥️ well earned.
… moreMy only go-to restaurant if they’re open when I’m in Tacoma. The only Thai establishment to which I was confident in taking my dining-out-savvy-friend out for lunch.
Brandon, his Thai wife and their son own and run the place. It’s legitimately great Thai food, with same-day fresh quality ingredients (I asked ) and very well prepared.
Prices remain affordable. Portion size (PhadThai) perfectly satisfied my dine-in restaurant lunch and the next two nights for at-home dinners. Money well spent!
September’25 the 5 star ️ system failed me. I ordered 4⭐️ and it was too tame. Maybe ask about the spiciness when you order.
Note: my experience is that their website is not necessarily kept current regarding adjustments to dates closed- and that may also be true for open hours. Suggest a quick call before driving to verify website’s accuracy.
2nd note: if your first visit, definitely don’t be put off by exterior presentation/location. Loak Toung Thai is a more or less hidden hole-in-the-wall gem of a restaurant. The interior is clean, comfortable, humble, family created and unique. You won’t find bright-white cold LED lighting. It’s more of a dimly, twinkling lit ♀️✨ atmosphere.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️s from so many reviewers is high praise ♥️ well earned.
Andrew Skeehan
This may be the best Thai food I have ever had, anywhere. Don’t come here for a quick meal – the chef, Maam Ray, takes no shortcuts. Her care and expertise shine through in every bite, and the ingredients are excellent.,
We shared two lunch specials – Garlic Chicken and Red Curry. The flavors were intense and perfectly balanced, the heat level was exactly as ordered, and the portions were amazing. The complimentary Khanom Tan (sponge cake) was a perfect ending to our meal.
Our server was a delight – attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly.
I encourage you to come here – but please, don’t tell Guy Fieri about it!
This is a true Mom & Pop place – Jeremy Ray manages the front of house. In a 2023 SeattleMet article, he noted that Loak Toung means something like “salt of the earth”. An apt name for a place that serves rural-style Thai food.
Andrew Skeehan
… moreWe shared two lunch specials – Garlic Chicken and Red Curry. The flavors were intense and perfectly balanced, the heat level was exactly as ordered, and the portions were amazing. The complimentary Khanom Tan (sponge cake) was a perfect ending to our meal.
Our server was a delight – attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly.
I encourage you to come here – but please, don’t tell Guy Fieri about it!
This is a true Mom & Pop place – Jeremy Ray manages the front of house. In a 2023 SeattleMet article, he noted that Loak Toung means something like “salt of the earth”. An apt name for a place that serves rural-style Thai food.
Andrew Skeehan
Mylinh Tran
Came across the restaurant while looking for a place to eat for lunch and immediately had a good feeling looking at the pictures of the food! We really enjoyed our food. The pad thai is amazing and I highly suggest it!! The seating area is beautifully decorated. You’ll enjoy the ambiance. The young gentleman who helped us with our takeout order was friendly, kind, and caring!! Thank you!! Love the family pictures in the entryway (:
… moreAshley Kentfield
Amazing! Wasnt sure bc of the location but walk in and be taken back to the coziest little space. Service was great the moment you walk in. Food was so so good! Pad Thai, basil chicken delicious! Will be back for sure
… moreKariann Phaisan
My boyfriend and I always order a bunch of Thai dishes and is genuinely one of our favorite authentic Thai places to eat at in Washington. We’re very grateful for their service as the food is always great as well and the atmosphere is so peaceful. The service also never disappoints.
… moreJoel Belmont
Probably my favorite Thai food in Tacoma – SO good!! Pad Thai is amazing, Tom Kha was great, garlic chicken was tasty. Spicy wings were a little dry/needed more sauce basted but were good too. Very romantic atmosphere/beautiful ambiance. Can’t wait to go back!
… moreMichael Savage
Loved the ambiance. It really felt like eating in another place. The food was fantastic, with huge portions, and low prices. Most of all the lady who was our waitress was wonderful and made us feel valued and paid extra attention to us. We will absolutely be back for other dishes.
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