“ ISAAN DER - Thai Kitchen & Bar, 9021 Leslie St, Richmond Hill “





This was my first visit to this popular neighborhood destination. The positive and memorable outcome was full of nice and interesting surprises. From the loud electrifying vibe, the funky and psychedelic dynamic decor/lighting, the delectable food and not to forget, the friendly service by our two amazing looking trans-gender servers!

We ordered the following dishes to share amongst our party of 5:

  • Ma Hor ( bite size pineapple topped with shrimp, chicken & peanut meatballs )
  • Thai Chicken Wings
  • Isaan Style Papaya Salad
  • Duck Confit in Red Curry
  • Chicken Green Curry
  • Fresh noodle Pad Thai with Tofu
  • Pad Si Ew with Prawns
  • Mango and Coconut Sticky Rice

Overall, the food was really well executed and presented. The exotic flavor profile, attractive, delightful and well balanced. Stand outs definitely go to the two stirred fry noodle dishes……the Pad Si Ew in particular, so darn good!! Smoky, aromatic and nicely caramelized!..one of the best ‘wok-hay‘ dishes I have come across recently. Only small let-down was the slightly over-cooked chicken wings and the occasional loud noise level!

A definite return candidate!






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Yeah I am a fan of their delivery offerings as well. Enjoy their duck curry. The other popular Thai places downtown have the same menus pretty much and taste similar imo. Haven’t been in person at any of their locations yet but have been eyeing the lamb curry dish.
Glad you enjoyed them Charles

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The som tam looks a lil light on heat — was it?

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Yes, since we requested them to tone down the heat wherever possible.

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The pad see ew at the Junction location is also good.
The panang in the Junction is mid. The Junction location isn’t loud.

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Signs for a new location up at the always packed China City Plaza at Mcnicoll/Midland in Scarborough