**KhunNai Thai Cuisine: A Culinary Treasure on Nicollet Ave** KhunNai Thai Cuisine, located at 2523 Nicollet Ave in Minneapolis, is a standout destination for Thai food enthusiasts. With its inviting atmosphere and prompt service, it has quickly garnered praise. Customers like Chelsea Chen rave about the delightful array of dishes offered at reasonable prices. The menu features an impressive selection of stir-fried noodles, including the tantalizing Pad Thai and spicy Pad Kee Mao, both priced around $16.95. Customers like Nick Sayers encourage adventurous eaters to try the robust curries and crispy rice, while Armando Gueta highlights the exceptional spring rolls with their perfectly textured rice paper and flavorful fillings. For those who enjoy a hint of nostalgia, Raymond Nguyen beautifully encapsulates the authenticity of the food, comparing it to a cherished home-cooked meal. The beverages, such as the refreshing Thai iced tea and aromatic Cha Manao (Thai lemon iced tea), complement the dishes perfectly. Whether it’s the papaya salad reminiscent of a Laotian grandma's kitchen or the generous portions that promise leftovers, KhunNai Thai Cuisine excels in every aspect. For anyone seeking a genuine taste of Thailand in the Twin Cities, this hidden gem is not to be missed.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Does not have assistive hearing loop
Service options
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Somewhat difficult to find a space
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Reviews For KhunNai Thai Cuisine
Chelsea Chen
May 7,2025
Best Thai restaurant in town, all the dishes are delicious, good service, reasonable prices
Nick Sayers
Apr 24,2025
Great food. All the curries are great and try the Khao soi. Also the crispy rice is delicious. If you like spicy stuff they can do that too, but beware medium is Thai medium not American medium.
Armando Gueta
Apr 18,2025
Walked in and was quick to get seated. Only ordered pork/shrimp spring rolls, chicken Pad Thai, and Thai iced tea for two people but no impact to service. The Pad Thai was flavorful and the portion was huge (easily two meals), but can’t speak heavily as I don’t have much experience with the dish. The spring rolls on the other hand were delicious. Rice paper had a great texture with no dryness, packed full, and the dipping sauce was complimentary without being overpowering. Thai tea was good but too sweet.
Raymond Nguyen
Mar 31,2025
My uncles Star and Sam from North Minneapolis recommended me this place because they know ya mans Flip, saying this was authentic Thai / Lao food, saying he know how to cook good food. I remember Flip coming by the house back then, not sure if he cooked for us or not. I don't know Flip as much as Sam or Star, but I know he cooks like my grandma. The food is like crack: so good, almost tastes like home. Maybe he was cooking food for us at the house, I can't tell, I don't know. I just know it brought tears to my eyes when I tasted it.
Noah
Mar 30,2025
This place is seriously a true gem. The food is so authentic and the flavors are amazing. I had the papaya salad with sticky rice and it truly tasted like how my adopted Laotian grandma would make it. The vegetable egg rolls were also delicious.
Tim Golen
Mar 1,2025
The Thai food here is very good. I had the Pad Kee Mao with chicken and medium spice. It was just right. My wife had the lettuce wraps and what she didn’t finish, I ate. The host/waiter was nice and the food and service was prompt.
Chase L
Feb 25,2025
I am very happy we found this spot. It is easily our favorite Thai place to eat. Wish we lived closer. We have tried many things on the menu and have enjoyed them all!!
Robert K Kroll
Feb 19,2025
Spectacular Thai Cuisine. Great Fast Friendly Service. All menu items are excellent.
Reviews For KhunNai Thai Cuisine