I had lunch at Ethan's after a long time. The restaurant is located just a short walk from Imadegawa Station on the subway. In Kyoto about 15 years ago, there were only a few Thai restaurants, and they were either very expensive or limited to dates or girls' nights out, so there were few places where you could casually dine alone. Ethan's was one of the few places back then. The dishes used to be very authentic, and the spicy dishes with chili peppers would make you sweat uncontrollably as you ate. However, recently they have become more mild when served, allowing customers to adjust the seasoning themselves later. While the buffet was popular in the past, I have been ordering the Khao Soi set more often lately, and I did the same this time. Khao Soi allows you to choose between chicken and pork, and I chose chicken. The dish comes with plenty of chicken. The soup used to be much redder and would make you sweat a lot as you drank it, but recently it has become milder, allowing you to enjoy it until the end. The set also includes fried rice, steamed chicken, and salad. The fried rice is about half a portion, with a simple and lightly seasoned flavor with eggs and green onions. It tastes delicious even when you pour the Khao Soi soup over it. The salad is also less sour and easier to eat than before. I arrived at the restaurant around 12:00 on a holiday, and it was almost full, but I managed to get a seat just in time. After that, groups of university students, solo diners, and elderly couples continued to arrive and had to wait. The prices are affordable, up to 1500 yen, making it easy to dine casually. The Khao Soi set, for example, was 1100 yen. It used to be 950 yen, so there has been a price increase, but it is still reasonably priced in my opinion.

The restaurant is located very close to Imadegawa subway station, so the access is good. It is an authentic Thai restaurant. I went there for lunch and ordered the Khao Man Gai (tax included 1000 yen). Khao Man Gai is steamed chicken served on top of seasoned rice without any toppings. It comes with a mini salad and soup. The steamed chicken is delicious when eaten with the spicy dipping sauce. The seasoned rice is made with long-grain Thai rice and has a mild flavor but was tasty. The soup is like a Chinese soup with a strong pepper flavor, but unlike Chinese soup, it had a fragrant herbal aroma. Looking at the menu, there are many dishes I haven't tried before, so I want to go back again.

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It was a cool midday due to the rain, the air conditioning was working really well, and other than the taste, it was a decent restaurant. The avocado juice was okay. The green curry and pumpkin dessert didn't compare to other places I frequent. I spent only 38 minutes at the buffet, which is the shortest time in my life for this kind of taste. It cost ¥1228 before tax. There wasn't a waiter who seemed like they were "fat and sensitive to heat" though.

A Thai restaurant located right near Imadegawa Station. The exterior looks a bit shady like a mysterious cafe, but once you step inside, you'll find a surprisingly stylish and bright Asian-themed space. It's clean and has a feminine touch that would appeal to women. The staff were polite and attentive. For lunch, they offer a set menu where you can choose from 27 options including 7 types of noodles, 15 types of Thai rice dishes, and 5 types of Thai curry, all for 1000 yen including tax. They also have a buffet option for 1350 yen. The menu is extensive, so it's hard to decide, but not being familiar with Thai cuisine beyond Tom Yum Kung and Pad Thai, I chose the Pad Thai. It came with small dishes, salad, and soup. The Pad Thai was made with chewy flat rice noodles coated in a sweet and savory sauce, with a refreshing touch from the lemon. It was topped with grilled egg, shrimp, pickled radish, thick fried tofu, bean sprouts, and chives, offering a variety of textures. It had a mild spiciness and a well-balanced gentle flavor that was easy to eat, making it an incredibly delicious stir-fried noodle dish. I was very satisfied and will definitely visit again.

A popular Thai restaurant located within a 1-minute walk from Imadegawa Station. Finally visited this place after hearing about it from friends and a few regular customers. The Som Tam Thai, glass noodle salad, popia tod, yam wun sen, and pad thai all had a perfect balance of spiciness with a hint of sweetness, and they were all delicious. I love spicy food but I'm not a fan of coriander and fish sauce, yet out of all the Thai restaurants I've visited in Tokyo and Kyoto with my friends who love Thai cuisine, this was the most delicious one.

Overall, this is a famous restaurant that has been around for a long time. I have passed by it a few times before. I decided to try the all-you-can-eat option, but after seeing the dishes lined up, I opted for a la carte instead. When I entered, there were not many customers, so the dishes in the buffet were not that great. However, as more customers came in, the freshly made dishes started to increase, so maybe I made a mistake. I ordered Tom Yum Ramen and a mini Red Curry. The noodles in the Tom Yum Ramen were rice noodles, which I didn't like. The curry had too many ingredients and the rice was a bit watery, which was disappointing. I think I would prefer to go to another Thai restaurant. However, I might come back to try the all-you-can-eat option.

There is a Thai restaurant in Karasuma Imadegawa in Kyoto that offers a very popular and affordable lunch buffet. I really felt like eating Khao Man Gai, so I decided to visit. I usually don't like Thai food, but the flavors at this restaurant were very easy to eat and suited to Japanese taste.

The atmosphere was nice and the food was delicious! I definitely want to visit this restaurant again.

The buffet at this restaurant had a limited selection and didn't feel very authentic Thai cuisine, but the green curry was delicious with its strong herb and spice flavors. It tasted better than some Thai restaurants in Osaka and Kyoto. I had it with rice instead of soup because it was a bit salty and watery. It was strange that they didn't have the sauce for making Khao Man Gai even though they had steamed chicken, cucumber, and boiled eggs. The chicken and cashew nut stir-fry was disappointing as it used peanuts instead. If you're looking for a hearty meal, this place is recommended. Adding a dessert buffet to the single items would improve the value. It seemed like the regular customers were mostly ordering single items. The special lunch menu probably offers a better selection of authentic Thai dishes like Gai Yang, Som Tam, and Tom Kha Gai. The lunch buffet at 1350 yen including tax felt a bit pricey for what was offered. If you're expecting the bold spiciness and flavors of authentic Thai cuisine, you might be disappointed. For a more affordable and authentic Thai buffet experience, I would recommend Ched Luan in Osaka where you can enjoy a wide variety of delicious dishes for a lower price. I probably won't be visiting this place again.

You can choose from a variety of dishes like stir-fried minced meat with cucumber, Thai-style fried udon, chicken green curry, steamed chicken, Thai rice, and more, and eat as much as you want. In addition, they also served a curry soup with a nutty flavor and meat as today's special dish. It's a great value for enjoying delicious Thai cuisine.

Located just a 1-minute walk from Exit 4 of Karasuma Line's Imadegawa Station in Kyoto, this Thai restaurant offers a lunch buffet perfect for weekends. With around 15 different dishes, desserts, and drinks that vary daily, including curry, fried foods, and fruits, this buffet has no time limit, making it very convenient to enjoy.

An old Thai restaurant run by a Thai owner serving authentic Thai cuisine. The name "Isaan" suggests that the owner may be from the Isaan region of Thailand. The restaurant offers a lunch buffet with a variety of delicious dishes, but those unfamiliar with Thai cuisine may find it a bit challenging. The place is always crowded, especially with students from the nearby university.

I had Khao Soi for dinner at 5:30 pm. I chose chicken. The coconut-infused soup was delicious and creamy. I will probably come back again. ✡

The Thai restaurant offers all-you-can-eat buffet! The green curry had a strong coconut flavor and a unique taste. But I was able to eat a lot and was satisfied!

Lunch buffet for 1,500 yen.