




About
Spice and Tradition in Kaimuki
Stepping into Thai Taste, you are immediately greeted by the heady, comforting aroma of lemongrass and galangal simmering in coconut milk. Located in the vibrant Kaimuki district, this local favorite serves as a reliable go-to for those craving authentic Southeast Asian flavors without the pretension of white-tablecloth dining.
The Kitchen's Signature Reach
The menu leans heavily into traditional recipes that balance heat and sweetness with precision. Regulars swear by the Pad Thai, which arrives with a distinct tamarind tang that avoids the cloying sugary finish found elsewhere. If you prefer a bit of a kick, the Green Curry features crisp bamboo shoots and tender slivers of protein, balanced by just the right amount of Thai basil. The kitchen team emphasizes scratch-made curry pastes, a nuance that makes a noticeable difference in the depth of the broth.
The Atmosphere
Don't expect a polished, minimalist aesthetic here. Thai Taste leans into a utilitarian, no-frills setting where the focus remains squarely on the steam rising from your plate. It is the kind of spot where the background hum of local chatter fills the room, and the lighting is functional rather than moody. One minor reality check for first-timers: parking in this pocket of Honolulu can be a bit of a hunt, so give yourself an extra ten minutes to navigate the side streets. It is an ideal venue for a quick, high-impact weekday lunch or a low-key dinner with friends who prioritize spice levels over decor.
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Location
801 Kaheka St, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96814-3725
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Showing 3 of 73 community reviewsPatricia McGarryGoogle Maps
Recently
My first time getting food from here and needless to say, what a disappointment. The Yellow Curry with chicken I ordered literally had just 4 pieces of little chicken and the soup was very watery. The noodle salad I got was sloppily made and the Veggies were all wilted. She gave me my Thai iced tea in a cup with a wrong size lid. ( she said they ordered the wrong size lid for their cups) Good thing I asked for a plastic bag cause the cup was half empty when I got home and was spilled in the bag. The taste of the food was not all that great. I will not be going back here and do not recommend this place.
Precious PreciousGoogle Maps
Recently
I usually trust Google reviews but thank GOODNESS I didn't read the reviews before trying this quaint little stall at the DonQ food court. I always walked past it but decided to try it this time since I was craving some VEGGIES! AND YOU KNOW THAI AND VIETNAMESE CUSINES LOVE THEIR VEGGIES! For a small place they have QUITE the menu options! We ordered: * summer rolls (came with a tangy peanut sauce) * chicken satay (came with the most AMAZING peanut oil sauce I'm ordering this for the summer rolls next time) - the flavor on this was fantastic too, not dry and came with a very light coconut cream which I enjoyed and don't like coconut lol. * rad na (this is my fav dish to get at thai places and not every thai place has it but basically a savoury gravy noodle dish * larb (protein lettuce wraps) - ground chicken for protein and I was a bit worried when it didn't come with any sauce but it was SEASONED so well it didn't need any! The food was SO DELICUOUS EVERY BITE!! And SO SO affordable especially right outside of Waikiki, nice portion sizes and all around $10-12 for each plate??!?! We got our plates pretty fast too! Service was friendly! I'll be back for the mango sticky rice ! The only miss was the thai tea but ugh nothing beats thailand, amirite.. ?
LenaGoogle Maps
Recently
We ordered via UberEats. The fish was good. The spicy topping on the side was real spicy, FYI. The other 2 dishes were OK too so not sure why there were lots of bad reviews. Could be we didn’t have to deal with their customer service directly. The only thing is they could have given more Larb and Papaya Salad.
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