What to order at Kin Thai Street Eatery

Must order
Khao Mok Gai Tod (Thai chicken biryani) and Kua Kling (Southern spicy pork)
Signature dishes
Khao Mok Gai Tod, Kua Kling, Pou Nim Pad Phong Karee
Editor tip
Closed every second Tuesday of the month. Walk-ins at lunch are fine; book ahead for Friday and Saturday dinner.
CuisineThai
Price$$
Neighborhoodmidtown

Signature dishes: Khao Mok Gai Tod, Kua Kling, Pou Nim Pad Phong Karee

Must order: Khao Mok Gai Tod (Thai chicken biryani) and Kua Kling (Southern spicy pork)

Tip: Closed every second Tuesday of the month. Walk-ins at lunch are fine; book ahead for Friday and Saturday dinner.

Location

Address: 1050 20th Street, Suite 180, Sacramento, CA 95811

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