Malai Kitchen

3699 McKinney Ave #319, Dallas, TX 75204, United States

Malai Kitchen
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Buzzy bistro serving Thai & Vietnamese fare & specialty cocktails in a sleek space with a patio.

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Diner Review №2

We have been going here for years. The food is fantastic and the service is great.

Diner Review №3

Went here during Valentine's Day and the experience was amazing. The food is more than great. The staff is super nice and attentive.

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Diner Review №5

Have been here a few times. Kids love their chicken wings. Their service is really good and even on a busy Saturday night, staff is very friendly and caring. You can tell staff is really happy working here! Keep rocking you all!

Diner Review №6

Tim was an incredible waiter who made sure we had the best experience possible! He even fixed our table when it was wobbling. The food was great so we’ll definitely be going back and asking to sit in Tim section!!

Diner Review №7

I ordered yellow curry with chicken. It has a very very strong fish taste to it and I hate fish with a passion. I couldn’t finish my food.

Diner Review №8

Food was great! Service was even better than the food. Drunken noodles and chicken and broccoli were our favs of the meals. Noodles were a treat. Loved the green peach tea.

Diner Review №9

My fiancé and I live in the area and have came here for the last year. Get the drunken noodles or the ruby trout and ask for John - he usually tends bar. You’ll be taken care of and have a great meal. If the owners would add a some cheap wine for happy hour, I’d give 6 stars. Great spot.

Diner Review №10

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Malai, a fantastic Thai food restaurant in Dallas, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. Our server, John, was absolutely exceptional from start to finish. John's impeccable service added that extra touch, making the entire evening feel special. His attention to detail, paired with the vibrant flavors of Malai, made for a dining experience that will definitely have me returning again soon! If you're in Dallas and craving delicious Thai food, be sure to visit Malai and ask for John—you won’t be disappointed!

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Overall great experience. Love every type of curry they have and their Pad Thai dishes.

Diner Review №13

Great vibes and great selection of food for people with Celiac / gluten allergies. Our server Tim was very fast friendly and on point with every aspect of the service. Looking forward to going back

Diner Review №14

The food was amazing and the service was the same. Tim was our waiter today and he did an amazing job and suggested very delicious appetizers.

Diner Review №15

Norma is the best bartender and waitress, she always has a smile and gives the best service ever, I am a weekly customer at Malai, it’s a must!

Diner Review №16

Norma is the best. I'll be back every week.

Diner Review №17

The food here is delicious and I can't wait to go back!!!

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Diner Review №18

We had a wonderful experience at this restaurant! Their complimentary sticky rice and dip were a perfect start. The beer flight was a great way to sample their selection, and the special appetizer was bursting with flavor and texture. The highlight meal was definitely the shrimp pad thai - it was cooked to perfection. We can't wait to go back.

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Our waiter Tim was attentive and made our table laugh several times. Definitely my best Malai Kitchen experience. Tim for President? I think yes

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Mailai was wonderful and one of the best dining experiences I have ever had!! We were greeted enthusiastically by an extremely friendly woman and let her know we were very hungry. She took us to a nice booth where a server almost immediately greeted us. The food and service was excellent and it doesn’t really matter what we ate, as I’m confident that anything you might order on the menu is going to be excellent. We were attended to by a variety of service staff, each of whom was friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating! Subsequently we found out that our “hostess” was the owner, Yasmin and had a great conversation with her before we left. This is an excellent restaurant with high quality food and service. A definite place to visit if you’re in Dallas! Thank you to Yasmin and the service staff for taking great care of us, it was very much appreciated!

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First time here and the food was amazing! Spicy Crispy Beef Samosas was delicious with the red sauce! Main entree, I had the Chilean Sea Bass. The fish was the right amount of crispiness on the outside and soft and flaky inside. Service was great. I’d definitely come back again.

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They said it would be a long wait… 10-15min. Their Thai Tea was really good and they have a fresh sugar cane drink that sounded really interesting

Diner Review №27

Nice ambiance. Waitress was phenomenal. The food was absolutely awful and didn’t have flavor. I ordered samosas and Drunken noodles. THEE blandest and driest noodles I’ve ever had. The samosa tasted like they took a slice of toast and cut it into 4 triangles and sprinkled salt on them. That’s how bland and small they were. The chutney for the samosas - completely watered down and flavorless. I’ve had better tasting samosas out of the frozen section in the supermarket. My friend ordered some lamb with curry and beef pho. Her food was also very bland. The drunken noodles were $18. I could have gone to CrushCraft and paid half that for more food that tastes 100x better.

Diner Review №28

Nothing but good things to say about this cozy, modern joint. We came here for the Thai offerings as I live near the top rated Thai joint n my hometown so friends wanted to take me here. Quality ingredients w the complex flavors I was hoping for, and they were happy to not make crazy Thai spicy. I would prefer to see the traditional Thai names on all their dishes as that’s what I’m used to in the most authentic mom and pop shops, so this is a little toned down in that regard, but I have to give them kudos for really sticking w solid fresh herbs when other places hold back to cut costs…will definitely be back next time in town…and yes, it is a little pricier here then the usual top shelf Thai dive, but that’s expected for the locale.

Diner Review №29

If you’re looking for an incredible dining experience in Uptown Dallas, Malai Kitchen in West Village is an absolute must-visit. From the moment we arrived, everything about this place exceeded our expectations.

We started with two appetizers: the chicken wings and chicken skewers. Both were packed with flavor and perfectly cooked—an excellent start to our meal. For the main course, we opted for a variety of dishes, including the chicken and shrimp Pad Thai, Bangkok street rice, and Vietnamese soup. Each dish was fresh, bursting with flavor, and beautifully presented.

The service was outstanding. Our server vy; was not only super friendly but also incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, which made the experience even more enjoyable. To top it off, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, striking the perfect balance between casual and elegant.

This spot is an easy 10/10 for me. I can’t recommend Malai Kitchen enough—it’s a gem in the heart of Uptown Dallas!

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Diner Review №31

Malay Kitchen is a veteran eatery, having been in operation for over a decade. The owners, Yasmin and Braden Wages, have created a space where we visited on a Friday night and were pleased to find plenty of seating available. The noise level was also conducive to conversation, which we appreciated.

However, the ambiance was somewhat detracted from by the presence of TV screens showing sporting events. While this might appeal to some, we felt it didn't quite fit with the overall dining experience.

The wait staff, while efficient, came across as robotic and lacked a genuine understanding of the restaurant's cuisine. It was surprising how little knowledge they had about the dishes, and we were particularly taken aback by their inability to pronounce "Penang" correctly. This lack of familiarity with the menu was disappointing.

On a positive note, the homemade Sriracha was excellent. It was a standout element that we thoroughly enjoyed.

Overall, Malay Kitchen offers a comfortable setting with ample seating and a reasonable noise level. However, the robotic service, lack of menu knowledge among the staff, and the distracting TV screens detract from the experience. The excellent homemade Sriracha was a definite highlight.

As ordinary consumers, we are not paid or compensated in any way for this review. We are always looking for reliable and transparent businesses and hope the owner will take this feedback into consideration.

Diner Review №32

Everything, Everybody, Every Sip, Every Bite was 1000%.
We ordered 7 appetizers, 3 entrees and cocktails.

Try the Malaysian Martini!!

We had an amazing time and will be returning.

Diner Review №33

Dined here with a group and the service was incredibly slow. Regardless, the server was attentive and the restaurant was extremely accommodating. Overall, very decent food and experience.

Diner Review №34

Crispy noodles are yummm.

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Very yummy. One of my favorite restaurants in Dallas. Fair prices.

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This is one of the best Thai restaurants I’ve ever been to. The spring rolls were fresh, the peanut sauce deeeelicious, and they’re the only places I’ve been to that makes their curry paste from scratch- and you can really tell! They’re super accommodating to vegans, the service was well above average, and I cannot recommend Malai Kitchen enough! Don’t pass on this place if you want some incredible Thai food.

Diner Review №39

Delicious Vegan yellow curry & vegetables. Loved this place, everything’s made from scratch

Diner Review №40

Excellent restaurant. Has both indoor and outdoor seating. Extensive menu with lots of options - uses a modern twist to Thai/vietnamese cuisine. Pleasant service & very nice ambience throughout. Some unique options are the papaya salad and soups - would recommend as a great dinner spot.

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Great food and atmosphere.

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My favorite place for a long time

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The overall experience was average. While the chicken murtaba was enjoyable, the rest of the dishes fell short of expectations. Unfortunately, I found most of the flavors disappointing, especially compared to the great Thai cuisine I’ve had in Dallas.

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Malai is one of my fav Thai spots. I come here and other locations often. I had the pleasure of getting Tim as my server and he was AMAZING from start to finish. There was a lil hiccup with him getting to us right away due to his tables being switched but when he did get to my friend & I he went above and beyond. Very kind & extremely personable.

Diner Review №48

Love, love, love this place. It is truly my go-to recommendation when I am asked about restaurants in the area. The food is excellent but the service is top tier!

Diner Review №49

Enjoyed the service. place is good it is just food that I ordered was not as good as I expected. Can do better.

Diner Review №50

Mario was absolutely spectacular!! Everything about Mario was awesome. The Hostess with the shoulder length curly hair was beautiful! This is the BEST restaurant!!!

Diner Review №51

What an exceptional experience! We came here as a large group reservation of gals to celebrate our friend’s birthday. Not only did they accommodate us, providing a lovely spot on the patio, but also stored and cut the cake we brought for us! Their food and service are exceptional, I can’t recommend it enough ❣️

Diner Review №52

Good food, must visit for thai enthusiasts

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Diner Review №54

We got pad thai, pad see ew and the imperial rolls all to go. Overall, this was high quality thai food at a reasonable price point. Although we did not dine in, the ambiance of the restaurant seemed nice when picking up our food. We plan on returning.

Diner Review №55

Malai (West Village) – 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The atmosphere at Malai’s West Village location is fantastic, and the customer service is top-notch. Be sure to ask for Norma and Vy they are exceptional service will make you feel right at home. Highly recommend!

Diner Review №56

Place is legit from the moment you enter
Quality staff and very helpful
Food was top notch very very vey delicious
I was surprised with the sampler everything that was edible on the plate I ate it 100 stars

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Dined at Malai tonight and all I can say is I am thoroughly impressed. The food was incredible, I can easily say it was the best meal I have ever had. We had the Fried Imperial Rolls as an appetizer, I ordered the Shrimp Pad Thai as my entree, my wife got the yellow curry bowl, and we got an order of roti to share. Every single bite of our food was full of flavor and was cooked to perfection. Shout out to the kitchen for a perfect execution of our dinner.

But the service was also a shining star. Our server (Cassidy) was attentive, helpful, and suggestive. We told her it was our first time at Malai and she suggested the chef's recommendations and offered advice and helped with questions we had with the menu. All night I noticed a constant stream of employees refilling our drinks, taking plates, and bringing food. The Malai team here really works hard to ensure a perfect dining experience and I couldn't recommend this location more. I celebrated my birthday here tonight, and I want to give a very sincere thank you to the Malai team for making it a perfect night.

Diner Review №60

This place won’t get my money ever again. To still fully charge someone for their dish after having to literally pull a hair out of my mouth from the noodles is insane. The audacity! Just because you offer to remake it, i was still inconvenienced by a disgusting experience ! Your staff need to have hair nets! Especially in the kitchen.

Diner Review №61

Food was just okay. The chicken satay was not fully cooked. Made sure to take a charcoal pill when I got home so that I don’t get food poisoning. I ordered the over easy fried rice. Idk if it’s because I forgot to tell them to make it spicy or if I just genuinely didn’t like this dish. Very soy forward. I do like soy and was aware it would be tossed in soy but they seem to have gone a bit overboard with it. My waitress was fantastic and I lucked up with a close parking space so those two were a plus.

Diner Review №62

Great Thai place in down town Dallas!

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Diner Review №65

Great place! The jalapeño margarita is amazing. The curries are fantastic. The seared trout is the best entrée on the menu. Get the coconut pie for dessert.

Diner Review №66

The place is lit! Curries are creamy and have just the right taste. Fried rice is tasty too!

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Diner Review №68

I’ve been here one more time.
Today I had “Red Curry Iceland Cod”, one of the best flavoring experience I had.
Don’t ask me, but as traveler and Latin one, I can talk about flavorings.
Also the service and Malaysian Martini were incredible for me.
I wish you enjoy the same and may be the best ter than I enjoyed that night.
Note 5+.
Congrats to Chef.

Diner Review №69

It is a good thai-place to eat
Taste is really good

Diner Review №70

Food was wonderful and fresh.

Diner Review №71

Take out dinner on Sunday. Probably were smallest portion of food for the price. Not only that amount of shrimp, chicken and beef in each dish were virtually negligible. I would not recommend this place good Thai food.

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Casual friendly staff food is excellent and they will spice it to your taste

Diner Review №74

Great food and service! Ken made us feel at home!

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Diner Review №76

Love, love the food here especially the wings. The serving sizes are A1.

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Diner Review №78

Was absolutely the best place we at while staying in uptown Dallas. The best Yhai food we've ever had in Texas.

The server was very attentive and gave lots of advice on the menu. The venue is nice and has a good ambiance.

Diner Review №79

I was pretty surprised how affordable the food is. I got the chicken red curry and it was a descent amount of food for like $14. I wish the curry had a little sweetness as that's what i prefer but everything was still pretty good. The staff was courteous. Location is trendy. Free parking

Diner Review №80

The foods were delicious. The atmosphere is cozy perfect place for date night. The server Ryan is very attentive, friendly. Will be back for next time girls night out. Rating 5/5 stars.

Diner Review №81

We celebrated two friend’s birthdays on a Friday night. They were able to accommodate a large party without missing a beat on great service and delicious food. Shoutout to our server Ryan who was on top of everything and added to our fun dinner. Will be back again!

Diner Review №82

Malai Kitchen restaurant has a diverse menu featuring a variety of options, from appetizers to signature entrees.
During our visit, we had Ryan as our server. From the moment we were seated, Ryan was attentive and friendly, making sure we felt welcomed. He was knowledgeable about the menu and offered great recommendations based on our preferences. His enthusiasm for the food and drinks was evident, which added to the overall dining experience.

The restaurant has a trendy and modern ambiance, making it a great spot for both casual dining and special occasions. The noise level was moderate, allowing for comfortable conversation while enjoying our meal. They also offer outdoor seating, which is a nice option for pleasant evenings.
Malai Kitchen is definitely a must-visit for anyone in Dallas looking for delicious Thai and Vietnamese cuisine. With excellent service from Ryan and a menu full of tasty options, we left the restaurant satisfied and eager to return. I highly recommend trying their daily specials and signature cocktails.

Diner Review №83

Malai Kitchen was amazing! The food was bursting with authentic Thai and Vietnamese flavors, and our server, Ryan, went above and beyond with his recommendations and friendly service. He made sure we had a perfect dining experience from start to finish. Highly recommend both the restaurant and Ryan’s exceptional service!

Diner Review №84

I had a fantastic experience at Malai Kitchen! Our server, Ryan, was knowledgeable and attentive, recommending dishes that were flavorful and beautifully presented. The Thai and Vietnamese-inspired food was delicious, and Ryan’s friendly service made our evening truly enjoyable.

Diner Review №85

Had my birthday dinner at this location couple weeks ago, and I love the foods and service here. Ryan was our server, and thanks to him we had the best time that evening. Definitely recommend!

Diner Review №86

Food was amazing as always. The crab dip is especially my favorite. I always request Vy as my server, she is attentive and always has a smile on her face.

Diner Review №87

My friend and me had The Thai Chicken Wings Lamb Shank, Shrimp Pad Thai and the dessert Mango Sticky Rice Smash 10/10 for everything will be coming again soon😊.

Diner Review №88

I will say that I really tried with my server (Ryan) and he was the worst! I made sure to treat him with respect addressed him by name. It’s a very uncomfortable experience when you have to constantly look for your server and have to bother other servers for assistance. I’m all about positive intent so I addressed his absence and constant reminders when simple items like soy sauce were requested multiple times. The oh well attitude just didn’t sit right with me but special thanks to V and the other staff members! You all made me feel welcomed and for that I thank you!

Diner Review №89

You can’t go wrong with this place! Reminds you of what fresh is supposed to taste like. Bold flavors and top notch drinks to accompany them. Service is impeccable. Attendants Norma & Ryan will take care of you!

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Diner Review №91

Had a delicious lunch with 2 of my girl friends. Norma was exceptional in her customer service and made sure we enjoyed our catch up time together. Also, she is quick and attentive to service!!!

Diner Review №92

you can really taste the difference with the freshness and quality of each ingredient. everything here is made in house from the coconut milk to curry paste and even their beers

Malai creates a stellar product and is really a gem at West Village ❤️

Diner Review №93

The staff was amazing and so was the food. Well done, Norma!

Diner Review №94

Visiting Dallas and this is the first place my cousin took us to, and I'm so glad he did! We came during a dinner rush so it was busy, but our server Tram was top tier and attentive nonetheless. She took care of us and was very competent about the dishes and cocktails. Even though it was busy she still managed to take really good care of us! Will definitely be returning when I visit Dallas again!

Diner Review №95

I was so excited to try this place and it met my expectations! The food was so good and my server, Tram, was so sweet and efficient! She had good recommendations and made sure to check up on us!

Diner Review №96

Went here for the first time with some friends the other day. The food was absolutely amazing and the vibes were immaculate. We were taken care of by Tram, who led us through the menu and even recommended her favorite dishes which were delicious! Spectacular service. Will def come back.

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Diner Review №98

Love the hot Jazmine tea with honey and the lemongrass with spicy beef. Staff always very nice.

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Diner Review №101

Ask for Anthony! He is amazing. Overall this place is great food and service. Also great price - I HIGHLY recommend!

Diner Review №102

Very good food and ambience was nice as well. Favorite dishes were Spicy Vegetable Samosa, Chicken Drunken Noodles and Chicken Green Curry. Mango Sticky Rice Dessert was very good as well.

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Diner Review №104

Good service uh but the food is not edible. From an Asian point of view. Too salty. And not authentic at all, some dishes very bland some too salty. Just weird twists on things that don’t work. Had pad see ew super salty. The appetizer wings were good though

Diner Review №105

Great food, portion size and price are very reasonable, service is excellent, and the atmosphere is very cool. We had the pad Thai and drunken noodles, both very tasty.

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Diner Review №107

Wonderful spot, wonderful food, and even better service. Anthony provided stellar recommendations and the best service we’ve had in years. Definitely recommend!

Diner Review №108

My go to place for good food!

Diner Review №109

Goodness. I tried the Bangkok Street Fried Rice once and I have been craving it ever since. The only reason I’m even here is because I thought about it again. My friend got the Chicken Pad Thai and she loved her meal as well! Not really on the expensive side either for a fine dining experience. Definitely loved the ambiance, and they had a complimentary appetizer which was a good starter. Loved my experience and if I didn’t live nearly an hour away from Dallas I would probably be here everyday.

Diner Review №110

Fast, friendly service. Good food with a nice portion

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Diner Review №112

Normally I don't eat Thai food and is not one of my favorite cuisines. But recently tried this place last weekend and the food was absolutely great. Will definitely be coming back for more thai food. We are vegetarian and they customized all dishes to be vegetarian friendly. Had papaya salad, drunken noodles with tofu, glass noodles, mango sticky rice and coconut gelato.

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A whole vibe. Service was immaculate and the food was spectacular

Diner Review №115

Had lunch with my teammate who came to town. We chose this place because it looked so clean and relaxing. I had the shrimp Pad Thai and a peach detox green tea. My goodness, I fell on love with EVERYTHING and plan to return soon. Excellent

Diner Review №116

We sat on the patio and had the sweetest server from Alabama. She was so helpful in making our decision. The food was so yummy and tasteful. Lots of spices. 10 out of 10 for the chicken pad thai and pineapple fried rice with beef. They have good prices as well. All under 35 bucks..

Diner Review №117

Excellent spot!

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분위기가 좋아서 즐거운 식사를 했어요~

Diner Review №121

I ordered to go while I was working in Dallas. The food was fresh and delicious. You have to try the Vietnamese meatballs.

Diner Review №122

The kitchen and service is ridiculously slow, which is really too bad, since the food and atmosphere is good.

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Diner Review №124

The service was great. We told them we had a peanut and banana allergies, and they made sure to take all of the out of the dishes in the table. Great drinks. Two adult men and the bill was about $100.00. An appetizer, two entres, and two drinks. Not bad.

Diner Review №125

The place is extremely beautiful, especially the inside with all the windows. The food was very good, and the perfect amount of heat for what I ordered (extra spicy). I had the beef samosas as an appetizer, and the sauce to dip was perfectly matched, but their prize winner is their homemade Sriracha sauce! It's actually the best I've ever had anywhere, I wish I would've bought one to take home, but I wasn't sure if it was an option. I had the Jungle Curry Hot Pot With Shrimp. A coconut-less curry and it was addicting the entire time, I usually get burned out with curries after the 5th spoonful. Waitress was very nice and attentive, and everything was neat and clean through-out. I need to come back to try more things, there so many interesting entrees to try.

Diner Review №126

We really liked this place and plan to go again. The food was very very good and the service was excellent as well, just the atmosphere was a little bit noisy. Our server took really good care of us and all of his suggestions were great. My desert initially came as if it were frozen in the middle and when he checked it he seemed quite upset that the kitchen sent it out that way and of course got a replacement for me, which turned out to be quite delicious. All in all a really great date night. Oh and if you go you must try the sugar cane drink!

Diner Review №127

Absolutely lovely here. Food is always delicious and the service is always excellent. I will definitely come back here!

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Malai Kitchen offers a delightful range of dishes with standout favorites like the Drunken Noodles, Veggie Fried Rice, and Fried Jalapeños. While the Thai Red Curry fell short of expectations, the Lamb and Rice, as well as the Mussels with soup and bread, were hits among my friends. The flavors are bold and well-balanced, making it a great spot for Southeast Asian-inspired cuisine. The atmosphere is inviting, perfect for both casual dining and special gatherings. Overall, a satisfying experience with some standout menu items!

Diner Review №132

Anthony was a good server. Lamp chops were great.

Diner Review №133

While in town we tried this food joint out. Our waitress was very nice, the atmosphere was enjoyable and the food was great. We will definitely go back and would recommend to anyone thinking about trying this place out. Pictured - top left is the basil chicken which I did recommended medium on the spice which was perfect, top right is the chicken lemongrass and bottom is a chicken pad thai. The pad thai was actually supposed to be shrimp but was really good. We did get it switched out to the shrimp pad thai which was not a problem and it was done very quickly.

Diner Review №134

Great food and drinks at Malai kitchen. Staff were friendly and service was quick. Appreciated the unique flavors in the drink I ordered as well as the main course.

Diner Review №135

The Thai coconut soup was amazing along with the lemongrass fizzer and the mango sticky rice!
Leo was a great server and the atmosphere was wonderful (air conditions patio).
We will be back!

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Diner Review №137

I just love this place, everything is perfect 👍

Diner Review №138

Awesome waitstaff, great food, fun atmosphere, and the BEST Coconut Creme Pie we have EVER HAD!!

Diner Review №139

This place continues to always exceed my expectations, when you walk in everyone smiles and says hello. Inside and outside seating rocks. But what was awesome the past couple times there was our waiter "Tim Morin", the guy is a rock star!! he is attentive without being intrusive, he balances professionalism and friendliness.
I highly recommend this place.

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Great food

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The food was fantastic, and service was phenomenal. Can't wait to go back!

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Always consistent and always well served. Try the yellow curry. It's excellent

Diner Review №146

I want to praise Malai Kitchen for creating a stellar atmosphere. The gentleman behind the bar spoke highly of the restuarant's culture. The music was just at the right volume so as not to be intrusive. There was no feeling of being rushed through a meal so that another paying customer could take my seat. At Malai I actually felt invited to stay and enjoy the time there. Many restaurants settle for a mediocre environment so long as customers don't complain. However, I could tell Malai was different in all the right ways. Oh, and the food was spectacular!

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Great vegetarian options. I especially loved the Burmese Tea Salad. The service was great. Tram assisted us with our meal and made some very good suggestions. I will dine here again the next time I am in this area.

Diner Review №149

Delicious food, Great service, thank you ANTHONY for making our dinner experience wonderful.

Diner Review №150

The food was incredible! Our server was very kind and attentive. We sat on the patio so, there was no shortage of people watching. It was a bit loud because of a larger party that arrived after our appetizer, but otherwise an amazing experience. Will DEFINITELY be returning!!

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Thai Chicken Thighs are the best here.

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Great food and service, thanks Anthony!

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My favorite place when going in Dallas. Food is delicious and a lot to choose from.

Diner Review №158

Good recommendations from service members, thank you Yuli for your service all the time!

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Diner Review №160

We had no wait coming here for a quick dinner. The place is beautifully decorated with plenty of seating inside and it has covered outside seating. The waiter came and took our drink order and food order quickly and the food came out right on time. The food was fresh,. delicious and flavorful, the Drunken Noodles were above delicious! Would definitely return.

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Diner Review №162

Food was great. Service was alright. Some things she forgot and came back to confirm and that was fine. Took a long time to get our drinks. I understand they were busy. But what got me was when we paid. We paid cash she ran off with it and she was looking for change for 15 minutes. She didn't notify us that's what she was doing. If we would of known it was going to take that long to get change we would of paid card.

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Diner Review №164

Consistently great food and good service. The spicy basil chicken is amazing and the portions are very generous.

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Diner Review №166

Service was great, ambiance was also good. Loved the place

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Diner Review №168

I have a love-hate relationship with this location. The food is so delicious and flavorful. I love to dine on the covered, patio portion of the restaurant. Lovely views of the surrounding shops, and you get people watch. Anthony is the best waiter there, so calm and collect.

My biggest complaint is…
Every single time I order the mango, sticky rice, whether I order it while dining in, or to go. The server always tries to deter me from ordering it. It is my favorite dessert in the entire world, and I love everything about it! However, I have had a full on war every time, just trying to order it. Things escalated so much I had to talk to a Manager. I understand that they want the dish served a certain way, but it’s on the menu. Call me old school, but I like to order it every time.

I am looking forward to checking out the other locations.

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Diner Review №171

Food ok. Less then ok. No cleanliness.
Worst deserts.

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Diner Review №173

I was craving some Burmese Tea Leaf Salad on a Sunday and usually Burmese restaurants are closed Sundays. My friend and I decided to dine here to order the tea leaf salad and we were AMAZED at how good the food was (not just the salad) Our server Chris was also amazing at his job and knew the ins and outs of the menu. Will definitely be coming back to try the very authentic and fun filled menu.
The all day happy hour on Sunday was also fantastic!

+ Definitely try the Burmese tea leaf salad. I wish there were more Burmese restaurants in the area, but the Thai and Vietnamese cuisine is always a hit!

Diner Review №174

An overly prized, low quantity Thai restaurant.

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Diner Review №177

Always consistent with their food and service in a time where those are hard to find. Our go to when we just want a nice meal that's simple and good.

Diner Review №178

Miss introduced me... and I haven't gone anywhere else since. 👑 grateful.

Diner Review №179

One of my favorite places in Dallas. Always a hit.

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Diner Review №183

Great place, particularly enjoyed the Singapore Sling for Two

Diner Review №184

Love this place! Malai never disappoints! Shrimp pad thai is a favorite as well as the Sea Bass 10/10

Diner Review №185

Every time we come to dallas. This spot never disappoints, "JS" these folks know what there doing and most definitely, customer oriented. So with that said keep on being real and Thank you for the great atmosphere, food an drink! ☮️

Diner Review №186

First time coming here with my brother and the food and service was amazing! Our server Anthony gave us amazing suggestions on food and helped us on deciding what to get. He’s was an awesome server will be coming back and hopefully he’ll get the chance to help us out again!

Diner Review №187

Diner Review №188

Green curry is the best!

Diner Review №189

Love this place! The pho is great and the green curry is a new favorite. Anthony has been our server several times and is always extremely polite and helpful. It’s one of our regular spots!

Diner Review №190

Ohhhh the food was amazing! Our waiter Tim provided superb customer service and was able to give my girlfriend and myself great recommendations since it was our first time!

This spot is perfect for a date night, happy hour, or if you just want to try something different!

The service was fast as well! We will definitely be going back, and this is highly recommended!

Oh and the Jalapeño Margarita I ordered was FIRE🔥👍!

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Diner Review №193

Wonderful staff! Can’t say enough about their hospitality and attention to detail. Would highly recommend and will be coming back.

Diner Review №194

First time coming in and Anthony suggested AMAZING recommendations for my mom and I. The food was amazing and Anthony made our experience even more enjoyable. For reference, I had the lamb curry and it was a 10/10. For an appetizer, we ordered the tuna ceviche, another 10/10. And my mom ordered the shrimp pad Thai, which she rated “best I’ve ever had.”

Diner Review №195

Outstanding authentic Thai!
Our service was impeccable. Atmosphere was wonderful as upbeat Thai pop music was playing gently in the background. People watching was wonderful in Uptown (it’s worth going just for that!)

Cocktails were wonderful. The food, the food, the food! Loved every bite of it! We had scallops over pad Thai plus Ahi Tuna laar and fresh snow peas. Everythin we had was delightful, delicious, delovely!

I highly, highly recommend. Perfect date night, friends, etc! ❤️❤️❤️

Diner Review №196

Anthony our server was amazing. He was very knowledgeable about the extensive menu. Food was great, service was excellent, and great atmosphere.
I’ll be back

Diner Review №197

This is a go-to for me. Highly recommend the pork tacos, roti bread, the salads are all delicious, as are all of their noodle and rice bowls. The ginger + lime sugar cane juice is sinful, and the detox ginger green tea is so refreshing (add simple syrup for a sweet treat)

Diner Review №198

Bella our waitress did a great job. The place is fantastic. Food is awesome. Service is the fastest we’ve seen. Highly recommended!

Diner Review №199

I went to Malai thinking this is the first time I am here but the minute I entered inside, I was back into time. I had been here before and the experience was really nice as always. I love their thai curries. They give you details about everything that goes into their dishes and it is always made fresh for you. Their fresh sugarcane juice with ginger and lime is the perfect pair if your like your thai curries extra spicy like myself.

Diner Review №200

My wife and I went here for date night after a cocktail making class. Idk what she ordered because the star of the show was the Fried Whole Bronzino cooked to perfection over a bed of rice with a very lite but very flavorful sauce and a side salad. Whole Bronzino with rice and side salad for 30 bucks… that’s a great value if you ask me considering you can easily spend 15 bucks on fast food. We will definitely be back and recommend to others.

Whatever my wife had was 🔥 and the grilled chicken satay was mid. Probably wouldn’t order the satay agian.

Details
  • 18 photos
  • 200 reviews
  • 4.5 Health Rating
  • Contact: +1 214-599-7857
  • Website: http://malaikitchen.com/
  • Location: 3699 McKinney Ave #319, Dallas, TX 75204, United States
  • Map: 32.8086608, -96.796891
Menu Highlights
  • Thai restaurant
  • Asian restaurant
  • Brewpub
  • Cocktail bar
  • Lounge
  • Restaurant
  • Southeast Asian restaurant
  • Vietnamese restaurant
Opening Hours
  • Monday: 11 AM–10 PM
  • Tuesday: 11 AM–10 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM–10 PM
  • Thursday: 11 AM–10 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM–11 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM–11 PM
  • Sunday: 11 AM–10 PM
Service options
  • Outdoor seating: Available
  • Kerbside pickup: Available
  • No-contact delivery: Available
  • Delivery: Available
  • Takeaway: Available
  • Dine-in: Available
Highlights
  • Fast service: Available
  • Great cocktails: Available
  • Great tea selection: Available
  • Great wine list: Available
Popular for
  • Lunch: Available
  • Dinner: Available
  • Solo dining: Available
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park: Available
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Available
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating: Available
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet: Available
Offerings
  • Alcohol: Available
  • Beer: Available
  • Cocktails: Available
  • Coffee: Available
  • Comfort food: Available
  • Happy-hour drinks: Available
  • Happy-hour food: Available
  • Healthy options: Available
  • Late-night food: Available
  • Quick bite: Available
  • Small plates: Available
  • Spirits: Available
  • Vegan options: Available
  • Vegetarian options: Available
  • Wine: Available
Dining options
  • Breakfast: Available
  • Brunch: Available
  • Lunch: Available
  • Dinner: Available
  • Catering: Available
  • Dessert: Available
  • Seating: Available
Amenities
  • Bar on site: Available
  • Toilet: Available
Atmosphere
  • Casual: Available
  • Cosy: Available
  • Trendy: Available
  • Upmarket: Available
Crowd
  • Family friendly: Available
  • Groups: Available
  • Tourists: Available
Planning
  • Dinner reservations recommended: Available
  • Accepts reservations: Available
Payments
  • Credit cards: Available
  • Debit cards: Available
  • NFC mobile payments: Available
  • Credit cards: Available
Children
  • Good for kids: Available
  • High chairs: Available
  • Kids' menu: Available
Parking
  • Free multi-storey car park: Available
  • Free of charge street parking: Available
  • Free parking lot: Available
  • Parking: Available