Simply phenomenal food. Definitely one of my top favorite places in Eugene. Incomparable to anything else in town.
Nice, clean little place. The fried chicken dish I got there was amazing . The chicken was cooked perfectly and so was the rice. I’m pretty sure they put sweet marjoram herb in the dry rub. One of my favorite herbs by far. The dish was the number 09. The portion was very generous. I highly recommend it. I can’t wait to try they’re other dishes. Also they don’t play any annoying music, so you can eat in peace if you choose to stay, for me that deserves an extra star..
It’s kind of a hole in the wall but it’s very clean and professional inside. Staffed by just one super friendly guy who took our order then made it fresh himself. The kapow Kai was delicious and the Thai donuts are some of the best in the area. I’d eat these over any donut from voodoo. They’re worth a try.
Tried their food for the first time and was very impressed. Spicy chicken Bulgogi, Crab Rangoon and a Thai tea. The chicken was spicy as advertised (which I like). The crab Rangoon was delicious. I liked everything, will definitely buy from them again.
I will say upfront that I have resisted going to Kai Asian because of the paper bowls and plates. There is just something so basically unappetizing about shoveling food into your mouth out of paper, but I thought, Put aside your preconceptions and focus solely on the food. I had the steamed Pork Bao as an appetizer and they were great! A good way to launch into a culinary adventure. They were served with Sriracha and Soy sauce, But nothing to put the sauces in... Just a small peeve. I used the plastic top from my water, but I was determined to not withhold stars for petty utensil issues. I would have liked a little sweet sauce, perhaps Hoisin, but the Boa was good, hot, and satisfying.The Tom Kha was exceptional, even is the Kafir lime leaf appeared to be dried instead of fresh. But then like a pestering ghost, the problem of utensils comes back into my sensibilities. The spoon is a tiny plastic number that regiments you into a delicate sipping that was distracting and made me feel like a kid in a school lunch room, but worse... It was a cheap flimsy spoon with sharp edges that repeatedly cut the inside of my lip. I looked down at the spoon and thought, What is that red color? Some wonderful crimson spice? No, It was blood and not just one side, both sides. As much as I hate to do it, the feeling of cheapness keeps edging in. I know, it's a small place and they probably don't have room for a dishwasher, but they need to figure out some answer for their spoons and forks at least. I am not interested in wrapping my big arthritic hands around a tiny light weight piece of sharp plastic, like a bear trying to grasp a toothbrush.So why, if I am so annoyed have I unbent enough to bestow the full 5 stars, and I'll tell you.I got the Sesame Balls to go for my wife, which I did with some trepidation, as she is extraordinarily picky about her Sesame Balls. The Princess and the Sesame Balls instead of the Princess and the Pea. I delivered these little orbs of chewy dough and Red Bean Paste, and her eyes lit up! And as her eyes lit up, Kai's Asian Street Food went up in my esteem. What makes the wife happy, makes me happy. I hope it will not be too weird if I bring my own utensils with me next time I visit. If I could bring my own plates and bowls, I would.It's a tiny neighborhood offering jammed into a fast food space that is not big enough to play with the local big boy. Perfect for to-go orders and the folks in the area who want to gas up and catch a quick bite, but I'll never take someone there who I want to impress.
Wow! Amazing service! We had a meeting at work and ordered for about 12 people, the order took a little longer than expected but I was impressed by their professionalism and courtesy throughout the process! They labeled each meal with peoples names which helped me immensely! The butterfly pea tea was a bit sweet but I really enjoyed it!!
Crispy pork, sticky rice and Thai ice tea was absolutely delicious, reasonable price and prepared quickly!! I'll be back!!
Got their fried chicken for takeout and it's so tasty, especially with the Thai sticky rice. Some of the best-spiced Asian food I've had at a local restaurant, which makes me intrigued to try some of their other offerings. I ordered for to-go and it remained really tasty by the time I was able to eat it. Fast service.
This place is delicious. Can’t wait to go back. The pictures do not do the food or portion sizes justice. Seriously, try it. The staff are so courteous and offered 15% off to call-ins, I assume to offset the ridiculously high prices of Uber eats/Postmates/etc. Lastly, everything is so nicely packaged and utensils included.
Great an respectful people. Chicken was fried a little heavy like a fast food restaurant. Needs time to cook, a little patience In preparation for the chocked to cook. Eggs rolls were I little lite on the veggie s more over powering on the cabbage. A little time and patience, Thank you for your hospitality. Lower the price of egg roll not the best I've ever eaten.