Nok's Kitchen on the castle

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 month ago

  “first time having thai and it was so delicious :) the waitress was so lovely and the food portion was perfect, yummy and definitely worth the price ! (i got the beef pad thai) i love that you could customise the spice level yourself and the mango was so fresh and was such a delicious touch to the meal. i was sat next to a large family and their dishes also looked so good, the presentation alone was 10/10. the restaurant itself is in such a great location and it’s so pretty !!”

• G

  Google user

  ·1 month ago

  “Absolutely delicious! The food was full of authentic Thai flavours and tasted just like home. Every dish was beautifully presented and packed with fresh ingredients. The seafoods parcel (Hor Mok) was cooked perfectly with a rich, fragrant curry sauce, and the crispy beef salad (Yum Ped) had the perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy. Every bite was amazing. The staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive, making the whole dining experience even more enjoyable. If you're looking for genuine Thai cuisine, I highly recommend this place. I'll definitely be coming back again! 🇹🇭❤️”

• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “Strongly recommend from a local Thai. Amazing Thai restaurant in the old town Edinburgh. Food is amazing and authentic. I came during late afternoon and it was a breeze. Service was great with great advice on which menus I should order. Food came out fast and fresh. Great presentation with great taste. Atmosphere is great. I could tell right away this is an authentic Thai place. Would definitely recommend if you are looking for authentic Thai food.”

• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “10/10 thai restaurant! happened to walk past this place and went in to ask about a table on a whim - we were lucky to get a table without making a reservation! staff were very accommodating and the food was incredible. we had the sharing platter and noodles as a side. so tasty and the best dumplings ive ever had 😍”

• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “I’ve tried Thai food in so many countries, and most places just don’t get it right. This restaurant was such a pleasant surprise! The food looks and tastes exactly like real Thai food back home, and the quality is amazing. If you want authentic Thai food, this is the place to go!”

• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “Here’s a polished review you can use: Excellent Thai food and a wonderful dining experience at Noks Kitchen on Castle Street. The dishes were authentic, full of flavour, and beautifully presented. The ingredients tasted fresh, and there was a great variety of options on the menu. The staff were friendly and attentive, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Service was efficient without feeling rushed, making it a great place to enjoy a relaxed meal. If you’re looking for quality Thai cuisine in Edinburgh, Noks Kitchen is definitely worth a visit. Highly recommended!”

• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “The "Choo Chee Seabass" was cooked to perfection, with a subtly crispy skin on with the flesh being nice and tender, and the sauce was rich and creamy but not drowning, and rice paired up is a must as it mellows out the flavour of the sauce giving the dish a whole new experience, with the plating of the Choo Chee Seabass perfectly placed. The service was top notch as without being asked they refilled my water the moment I ran out.”

• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “Food was excellent. A nice alternative to the heavier Scottish fare. Views and atmosphere were great. Service was a little slow but food made it worth it.”

• G

  Google user

  ·7 months ago

  “Nok's Kitchen is a popular and well-established Thai restaurant just off the Royal Mile near the Castle, as the name suggests, and I love Thai food so I was looking forward to trying it mid-week with friends. I skipped the starters, although I wish I hadn't! Others ordered spring rolls, Thai fish cakes, papaya salad and sweetcorn cakes. The mini crispy spring rolls arrived in a basket with a sweet chilli dip and the Thai fish cakes and papaya salad were beautifully presented. Everyone agreed their dishes were fresh, delicious, vibrant and bursting with flavour. The menu is extensive and you're spoilt for choice, although I knew what I was going to have. I chose the king prawn pad thai (£15.95) and it didn't disappoint. It comprised of four king prawns, stir fried rice noodles in a sweet tamarind sauce with spring onions, sweet turnip and bean sprouts sealed with a fried egg and served with ground peanuts and fresh mango and chilli flakes. It was delicious and surprisingly filling, so I had no room for dessert. The draft Singha lager is light, refreshing and perfectly compliments the food. The diner next to me chose the banana fritter, which is described as a deep fried banana coated in coconut flakes with syrup and vanilla ice cream (£6.50). It looked tasty and definitely not one for the calorie conscious. It's not cheap. A pad thai, two pints of Singha (£6.25 a pint) and a 10% tip came to over £30. Edinburgh prices unfortunately, and whether it represents good value is questionable. That said, I would return and recommend it to anyone who enjoys authentic Thai food, exemplary service and a warm welcome in nice setting.”

• G

  Google user

  ·10 months ago

  “Overall: 4/5 Chicken Satay: 2/5 I didn’t expect to pay £8.50 for only three pieces of chicken satay with some vegetables. I understand it’s a starter, but the menu didn’t mention the portion size. Getting just three skewers for £8.50 feels too expensive for me. Sticky Rice: 4/5 The rice was soft, but a little too soft. Good sticky rice should be soft and sticky, but not so sticky that it clings to everything or sticks to your hands while eating. Pad Thai: 4.5/5 The taste was good and quite authentic. The noodles weren’t soggy, and the flavour was strong and well balanced. I didn’t understand why mango was added on top—maybe as decoration, since this isn’t traditional in Thailand—but surprisingly, it worked well with the dish. Som Tum (Papaya Salad): 4/5 The flavour was good, though slightly too sweet for my taste. I didn’t like the powder sprinkled on top because it was hard to mix and ended up being eaten as powder, which made me cough. However, the overall flavour was enjoyable, and the presentation was beautiful, served inside fresh vegetables. That said, the presentation also made it a bit difficult to eat.”