Lotus of Siam
(PLEASE NOTE: LOTUS OF SIAM IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO WEATHER DAMAGE. CHECK THEIR WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS.)
Yes, it’s in a strip mall. But that doesn’t make the menu at this Thai legend any less extensive, authentic, or spicy as hell. The usual suspects are there: all iterations of fried rice, coconut curries, and pad Thai. You don’t want to order those. What you want to order is the khao soi, packed with chewy egg noodles and a slow burn of dried chiles. You want the sai oua (house-made pork sausage), and you definitely want the spice-heavy larb. Both dishes nail the delicate balance between fiery and fatty, keeping you coming back for bite…after bite…after bite. In short: Go for anything from the Northern Thai portion of the menu.
PRO TIP: Those not looking for a five-alarm curry can adjust the heat level by specifying their comfort level on a scale of 1–10.
THE DETAILS: Lunch, Monday–Friday, 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m.; Dinner, Monday–Sunday, 5:30–10 p.m.
