Kalabaw Bar & Thai Kitchen

$$ • Asian, Asian Fusion

Hours:
2328 1st Ave, Seattle
(206) 796-7999

About Kalabaw Bar & Thai Kitchen

Kalabaw Bar & Thai Kitchen is a highly recommended restaurant in Seattle known for its authentic Thai and Southeast Asian cuisine. Located in Belltown, the restaurant offers a wide menu that includes Thai and Filipino dishes, small plates, curries, noodles, and sharables. Highlights such as Kalabaw wings and the papaya salad are praised for their flavor and freshness. The lunch specials, priced at $14.99 from 11 am to 3 pm, are considered a great deal and come with a choice of Vietnamese coffee or Thai iced tea. The modern design and vibrant atmosphere create a warm and welcoming environment, making it suitable for various occasions like lunch, happy hour, or dinner. The staff is friendly, attentive, and professional, with the owner notably passionate and present. The restaurant also features creative cocktails that are well-mixed and exceptional. The lively atmosphere is complemented by a mix of music, including 80s-90s R&B, adding to its grown and sexy vibe. While most dishes are praised for their delicious seasoning and quality, a few dishes like sea bass may be overcooked. Overall, Kalabaw offers outstanding food, great drinks, and a cozy ambiance, making it a true Seattle treasure perfect for any dining experience.

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Kalabaw Bar & Thai Kitchen Reviews

4.6
172 ratings
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4.6
Atmosphere
4.8
Service
4.6

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Beautiful decor great food,and super delicious food I think this will be a great addition to Belltown.

We finally made it to Kalabaw on a Thursday evening, and I’m only wishing we had gone sooner! Living nearby, we’ve been eyeing the menu ever since they opened, and let me tell you—the food here is absolutely incredible.

We started with the Bangkok chive cakes and lumpiang rolls, accompanied by a lychee mule and a glass of cabernet. The chive cakes were bursting with flavor, and the spicy sauce served alongside really elevated the dish. The lumpiang was equally impressive—so...read full review

Beautiful decor and great food, so far. And they have all-day happy hour on Sunday. I think this will be a great addition to Belltown.

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Hours

Monday 4 - 10:30PM
11AM - 3PM
Tuesday 11AM - 3PM
4 - 10:30PM
Wednesday 11AM - 3PM
4 - 10:30PM
Thursday 4 - 10:30PM
11AM - 3PM
Friday 11AM - 3PM
4PM - 12AM
Saturday 11AM - 12AM
Sunday 11AM - 10PM
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