Anthony A.

Wife and I thought to try the newer Fork and Stix tonight. The main drawback of this little shop is the location. The restaurant is inconveniently tucked on a short dead end street about a block east of The Pageant on Delmar. Once the parking problem was navigated the dinner was quite fun. Our server was nice and helpful. Each dish was explained to us and her recommendation on spice level and choices proved to be spot on. With an inexpensive menu, we were able to splurge on appetizers before the two entrees. Two waters, a papaya salad, sliced sirloin with a dipping sauce, some type of pork dumpling and sauce; rounded out our first fifteen minutes. We split an order of pork belly and pork loin fantastic), and a noodle dish similar to Pad Thai with chicken (meh, not bad but...). The restaurant was clean and fun looking. We had a nice time for $35.
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Ben C.

I've been here twice since it is walking distance from my work. Food is tasty but I don't see what the big deal is regarding the fact that they their food is "Northern Thai". Granted maybe I haven't had those dishes yet. The pad thai is pretty good but two things are keeping me from 4 or 5 stars. On my second visit, service was lacking. Even with a half empty dining room, servers seemed to keep passing over our table and never really came by other than to fill waters rather than simply to ask if everything was ok. Had to flag them down just to get the check. Also, their appetizers are all fried...even the spring rolls! Sorta frustrating since a lot of traditional Asian food is steamed and if you are gonna bill yourselves as being authentic Thai, then don't cave to the American way of deep frying!
(3)
G.L. T.

Even the water tastes good!
(5)
Jim F.

Been wanting to try this place after hearing so much good about it. We really enjoyed everything about it and it lived up to expectations. Spicy papaya salad. Pork sausage with vegetables and green chile sauce and the pork belly/shoulder curry were all amazing! Very flavorful, fresh, spicy, savory, yummy and awesome. We will return soon to try other delicious menu items.
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Elizabeth J.

I have been to Fork & Sitx 3 times now and have had a wonderful experience every time. The servers are warm and genuine. The atmosphere is inviting and relaxing. It is a small place but never too crowded, which is surprising! Food is phenomenal. It's the new comfort food of choice for me!
(5)
Lana H.

We just enjoyed a delicious dinner here. We started with Naam Prik Nuum , a spicy green sauce served with steamed veggies. A few more pieces of broccoli would have been good. The Yaki soba came out piping hot and was soooo good and the spring rolls were a nice compliment to both dishes. We want to go back soon! Also the price is right
(5)
Maximus H.

I've been here a few times now and have tasted a number of dishes on the menu: Pad Thai, Red Curry, Khao Soi (I keep wanting to call it Khao San!), Hung Leh, and Papaya Salad. Things are all very good, particularly the Khao Soi and the Hung Leh but I can't feel like it's all a little bit anemic. To be fair I've been to Thailand, so for St. Louis they're doing pretty good. This is definitely better than the other Thai offerings in the area but it suffers from lacking any punch in terms of spice. In fact, I have never had to blow my nose after eating here (which sounds gross but it's how I judge whether or not the food is adequately spicy). Because I live in the area, because the papaya salad is halfway decent, because the food is good and inexpensive, and because I like the iced tea with lime I'll definitely continue coming back. Thai food is all about balancing spice, spices, and the most fresh and flavorful ingredients available. I just wish that they could make an effort to raise the bar just a little more.
(3)
Jay D.

great food. Sorry i have a tendency to check in and not review for months later. And this was the case. Overall great food. Friendly people. walked in, ordered for carry out and was gone. Nice and the food was very good. A little dry, well not dry but more sauce could have been added, but could have been that particular dish, which i have no idea what it was. because i suck at reviewing at the time when i go places..
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Jake K.

This is hands down the best Thai food I've ever had and definitely in St. Louis. I live very close to here and have been in a few times. The owner is very knowledgeable about different regions of Asian food. I am not an expert on Thai food, but of all I have had, this beats them all. The owner is so nice, too. She is always welcoming and willing to explain the menu, and even provide suggestions to personalize any dish. The prices are very affordable. Entrees are only about $8 and the appetizers are reasonably priced. The portions are perfect sized. I always wonder why so many places give you such huge amounts of food. My thought has always been, give me a better, more reasonable price and cut the portion size. I prefer to enjoy all of my meal while it's fresh and at it's best. Parking can be a problem, but do not let it stop you from going there regularly. I suggest parking on Washington Blvd and just walk 1/2 a block. There is almost always parking along the street. The Green Curry is so delicious. It has a perfect spice to it and last just long enough to enjoy, but goes away just in time so you can enjoy the next bite. Go here, please! You really need to try it. This is a great neighborhood place and living in the neighborhood I truly appreciate it being here. Go, you will not be disappointed. Don't just order anything if you don't know what you like. Talk to them and let hem help you order.
(5)
Skye H.

So happy that this place opened!!! So close to my house. The food is delicious. The owners are so charming and sweet. I absolutely LOVE spicy food and every time i order anything from here, they make it just right. The Tom yum soup is delicious! Their noodle dishes are on point and perfect portions. Will be back soon!!!
(5)
Sarah Jane P.

My husband and I ate dinner here tonight. We had the Hoy Jaw ( deep fried dumplings) for an appetizer, which was good I thought but not great. My husband... Not a fan. There was good dipping sauce on the side, but I wish I would have had more. We ordered the Pad Kee Mao with beef and Pad Thai with chicken for dinner and split them. Honestly, the pad Thai I make at home blows what we got away. We had to add chili pepper to this dish which is normal but I've never had to put extra sugar on my dish like we did here. The pad Thai was really dry and there wasn't much to it...tons of bean sprouts some noodles, peanuts, and a tiny bit of scallions. I would steer clear of this dish if you love you some killer Pad Thai. The Kee Mao was very different than what I was expecting too. It wasn't at all spicy or even spiced. It was a bed of seemingly plain noodles and vegetables that were quite crunchy and some beef pieces. We put every spice/condiment on the table in the dish so we had some flavor to eat it. I worked at a nicer Thai and A upscale Chinese restaurant and had really high hopes going into this place! The place was super clean and cute and the service was absolutely great... That is why they get three stars from me.
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Margaret L.

This review applies only to the noodle-based dishes, as this was the only thing that my boyfriend and I ordered between us. We were both craving Thai food, as we were a bit addicted to Pad See Ew back in college in CA. So, we figured we'd relive our long-lost youth with a noodle revival out here in STL. After checking out yelp reviews, I was set on this place: great location, good menu, why not?! So, we decided to go the takeout route and placed a to-go order from within the store. It's a really cute, small restaurant just off of the main drag. The girl at the register was helpful. The 2-star review is for the food: This was a totally disappointing noodle experience. Seriously, I used to have this theory that you cannot go wrong with Thai food... I went wrong by ordering my Pad See Ew from this place. Totally tasteless, no flavor or spice, just mehhhhh all the way. I mean, it was edible, just not special or tasty at all. So the search for good Thai food in STL continues! Again, a disclaimer: I didn't try any of their curry dishes or other things, so don't let my review discourage you from eating anything other than their noodle dishes. They seem like nice people and I hate to leave a bad review :(
(2)
SillyMango P.

Deserving of a 4.5! I feel as if Northern Thai food is a rarity in the states. I've only found a couple of places that offer dishes like Nam Kao Tod, Kha Soi, and Hung Lay curry. My first exposure to this cuisine was actually in Chiang Mai itself, and was so pleased that Fork and Stix offers a good example of this type of cooking. The S.O. and I go here regularly specifically for the Northern Thai dishes. Other dishes that we enjoy include the papaya salad (especially when spicy!) the muu ping skewers, green curry, and pad kee mao. This is not the fanciest or biggest place, but it is reliably good and I constantly crave the food here. I also recommend getting the thai ice tea with lime juice. As much as I love the typical thai ice tea with condensed milk, the lime juice makes it refreshing!
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Lois S.

Love this restaurant. I've eaten here twice so far and will definitely be back. Lunch: Soup with fresh herbs - delicious. Dinner: Carryout - spring rolls, chicken fried rice, another noodle dish with fresh green beans and shrimp. Again, delicious. Service is friendly and helpful, preparation of our food was quick, presentation was attractive. Wonderful addition to the neighborhood.
(5)
Dr What I.

Went for a late lunch. Good, not great food. Service was average, portions a bit small.
(3)
Jimmy Skeegs B.

Very good! Very yummy! Nice and spicy! Portions were a bit small, and it's too bad they don't have beer, but I approve. Nice folks.
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Darrell K.

About the wait service: Not sure if these folks know what customer service is. Asked for Katsu with curry on top and all the waitress can say is I don't think you can. Asked her if she can check with the cook and she kept saying the same thing. She didn't even try to check.
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Kiki J.

I love their food, but why the tiny portions? My bf and I are never full after eating here. Still, the hung lay curry keeps me coming back. Even if I do have to eat a big dessert afterwards.
(4)
Megan T.

I'm excited to have another great restaurant. The green curry is fantastic. I'll be back. Thank you.
(5)
Emily E.

My husband and I ate here on Saturday evening, got there around 6;30 pm and was able to get a table but one of the last ones open. The service was friendly and attentive. They still don't have a liquor license, but are working on it. You are able to bring in alcohol of your choice. We ordered the items that seemed to be most talked about - Hoy Jaw appetizer - delicious. While I don't typically order fried food, this seemed to be lightly breaded/fried. We ordered for entrees the Khao Soi and Hung Lay (prok belly curry) - both were fantastic! Our 3 items ran us a cheap bill of $23! I plan to make many return visits.
(4)
Steve S.

Small, informal and above average Thai food. Good, not great based on just two visits, but I'll be back to try more dishes.
(3)
Jonathan P.

Everything we had was excellent, especially my green curry. Several vegetarian options on the menu, too, which was very welcome. The atmosphere inside was cozy and relaxed. We'd be going back even if the prices weren't ridiculously reasonable! All in all very happy and satisfied!
(5)
Mark B.

The food is excellent and authentic. We had Pad Thai and also Chicken Sateh for appetizer, very tasty. The place itself is rather spartan. Entrees for under $10, so a good value. Service was timely and friendly
(4)
Jeff J.

I really wanted to like this place but came away disappointed. I was also looking forward to setting my mouth on fire but I think going to Taco Bell would have been spicier. I went with a co-worker for lunch and we both had a traditional Northern Thai dish, which I cannot remember the name now. I ordered mine "hot" and he ordered his "medium". Neither dish had much flavor whatsoever. I didn't have slightest bit of heat with my dish. The ingredients were fresh (didn't care for the use of crumbled up chicken though) but it just lacked any distinguishing flavor from a standard stir fry. I thought Thai food was supposed to be complex in flavor? Isn't it about a balance of sour, sweet, salty and bitter? Maybe it was a bad day, maybe I ordered the wrong thing or maybe the cook made a mistake and forgot to make my dish Thai cuisine...but it was a let down for me. Presentation and ambiance were the only highlights.
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Danielle J.

I went today for the first time at lunch and want to go back for dinner. It's different Thai than I'm used to. They have khoa soi which is not offered at all Thai places. I love this dish overall but the dish here earns a 5 star rating! So good! I had mine with beef and the level of spiciness is perfect. We also started with the muu ping which was fantastic as well. I have missed my Asian cuisines since moving from Southern California a month ago. I'm happy to have found this place!
(5)
Aaron B.

So I'm pretty sure my life has just been changed by Fork & Stix. This entire time I thought I knew what Thai food was...tons of peanut sauce, salt, and sweet. Not to say I didn't like it, but it just wasn't my jam. After eating here my entire understanding of Thai food has changed...for the better. My friend, who knows Thai food way better than I do and is good friends with the owner, ordered for the both of us. On top of that, the biz owner also brought us a couple extra delicious dishes to sample. Since I didn't do any of the ordering, I'm not sure everything we had. I know we had Crispy Spring Rolls, Muu Ping (pork skewers with sticky rice), a coconut curry dish that had tender bites of chicken, banana leaf soup (not on the menu), and a salad/noodle dish that I can't remember the name of but was very good. Seriously everything was amazing but of course I have my favorites. Favorites: -Spring Rolls: they aren't your typical spring roll and are more bite size but sooo good. They're fried but not overly greasy and come with the perfect thai chili dipping sauce. -Muu Ping: AMAZING. Like, seriously could eat this every day. They're pork skewers that are glazed with a sweet sauce that has a hint of spice -Sticky rice: because sticky rice is fun -Coconut curry dish: Super addicting. I put the sauce on some extra rice and savored each tender bite of chicken. The food is amazing, fresh, cheap and the service is quick and friendly. They really take care of their guests and make amazing food. I will be showing Fork & Stix off to all my thai-loving friends.
(5)
Waller A.

We ate at forknstix for the first time this weekend, after receiving the recommendation from my wife's colleague. This has been our favorite meal since moving to U City one month ago, hands down, even our 2yo daughter and 4yo son loved it. For starters we ordered Thai stix, hoy jaw, chicken satay, pork rinds, and naam prik nuum with sticky rice. She ate the green curry with chicken and I had the pork pad kee mao for my dinner. They were both phenomenal, although I told our server to make it very spicy and the cooks made it more spicy than I had anticipated. Still delicious. We spent $60 total, including the 20% tip. Eight thumbs up.. If it was open on Mondays, I'd be there right now for lunch.
(5)
Molly C.

The khao soi is delicious and can't be found at many other Thai places. The noodles in it are perfect and the broth is flavorful and just the right amount of spicy. I've also had the pad kee mao, which is also fantastic but a bit spicier. During peak hours you may have to wait, but it's worth it. Also good for takeout!
(5)
Monique B.

This restaurant has a nice decor, some small outdoor bistro tables and lots of cute, intimate seating. In addition to a nice ambiance, service was excellent. Prices were reasonable and the portions were a good size, but not too much. I had the crispy spring rolls, and they were crispy and delicious with a dipping sauce that wasn't too sweet. The Pad Kee Mao (drunken noodles) were delicious and had a great mix of veggies, noodles and chicken. Everything was perfectly cooked, and overall, it was a great meal. I can't think of a single thing wrong, so I'll definitely be coming back for more.
(5)
Virginia C.

Tucked on a side street in the loop, probably one of my favorite Northern Thai restaurants in all of STL. The only downsize is they do not have desserts. I need my Mango Sticky rice damn it!!! The menu is small, but I would almost prefer that. This is a place you can take someone on a casual date, order a few drinks, and head to Piccone for dessert. The other Thai restaurants have great food, but the ambiance isn't anything special. 1) Busy and you will have to wait on a Friday/Saturday night. This place is small and difficult if you have a large party. They do not take reservations, but the turn over is fairly quick. What to eat? 1) Tum Yum Soup. Yes, just do it and the heat is amazing. The heat here is very true and medium for me is pretty spicy. 2) Papaya salad. This is to die for, but get a side of sticky rice with it. 3) Always get a thai ice tea if you are eating anything spicy. 4) I think any of the currys are better than the noodle dish. My fav. is the Chan Mai special - which is like a pork belly slowed cook curry. But, the green one is close! You will not have leftovers here, because one it's so delicious and the portion are not large anyways. Just come here. The people are friendly, they split checks if you have a large group, and there is alcohol!
(5)
Rachel L.

Its a small little place and off the main strip. You really have to know this place is here. Man, am I glad I'm in the know! Went here for a lunch, it was a beautiful day and sat outside. Such a small place with such great touches. I had pad thai (kinda my thang) and it was amazing! The appetizers, chicken satay and the dragon sticks were great. The sauces were great. I can't speak for dessert since I had no room left, but I will be back! There are so many more things I would like to try and that sangria alone was worth a second trip!
(4)
Paul K.

My first time for pad Thai. I have to say it was the best pad Thai I have ever had. But that means it was also the worst. Really the pad Thai was very good. I would love to try it again but not here. This is for god only knows one the "25 Best" in St. Louis. All lists are subjective but really? I liked the food. Service was beyond poor. I did not get what I ordered they just forgot to bring me my tum yum soup. They were serving the entrÃ©e when I realized I did not get my soup. To their credit they offered to bring the soup out but why at this point? I lose the freshness of the pad Thai as it waits for me to eat the soup. Nope. We all finished and waited and waited and waited for the check. This is a small place and turnover on tables must be critical to their success. People are standing around staring at us like "how dare you sit when your are finished"? I just want the check. So I get the check and the total bill came to $50.00 good value for three people. I put $100. bill in the folder and the server asked if I wanted change??!!! I said yes I like to tip but not 50%. LOL!!
(3)
Suzee Q.

Great place for some quick Thai food. Service was attentive! Our waiter even kept refilling my soda! The place was packed when we got there but we were seated quickly and the food came out hot. Decent prices.
(4)
Drew L.

A great discovery for Asian fusion food. All fresh ingredients and polite attentive service in this small restaurant located off Delmar. The Papaya salad was excellent as was the Muu Ping (pork skewers). Pad Kee Mao (egg noodle pad Thai) was delish too. All this at a very cheap price!
(5)
Alex B.

I've always wanted to try this place because it's a short walk from my house and in a cute cul-de-sac. We sat outside and I had the Hung Lay Curry, which is a pork curry dish with a lot of meat! It could have used more vegetables and cilantro because those things made the curry interesting. I was happy with my food, though, other than the tiny portion. I'm a little girl and I was still hungry when I left; I can't imagine an average-sized adult would be satisfied with the amount of food (especially for $10).
(3)
Sean H.

There might be 1 or 2 Thai restaurants I haven't been to in Saint Louis, but this one really has to be the best in saint louis. Great service, consistently amazing high quality dishes, and still about the same price as anywhere else. If there is a better Thai place in Saint Louis, I don't want to know about it, because I would be broke eating it 3 times a day. Specifically(sorry for spelling errors): Pad Thai (5 stars) Pad Ka Prow (5 stars) crispy rolls (5 stars) Kao Soy (5 stars)
(5)
Adam D.

Beef naam tok was quite good but would have liked a bit more lime flavor and cabbage. Red curry with chicken (medium spicy) was bland. It tasted like the curry base was water and not coconut milk. The khao soi with chicken was really interesting and flavorful. The addition of the crispy noodles really made the dish but I didn't notice many pickled mustard greens in the curry. Overall, a few promising dishes that would make me return.
(3)
Brendan C.

My 4-star reviews mean that these are places I would surely take visiting friends. Fork & Stix was delicious. The problem I have with a lot of Thai places, and surely the other two Thai places on the loop, is that those restaurants often put too much oil in their curries and sauces. I've been there twice, and this location is rather small. Expect a bit of a wait if you arrive with a party larger than 2 during peak hours. I started with a few appetizers including the Tom Yum Chicken soup and Thai Sticks (cheese and imitation crab fried in wrappers). Their Tom Yum soup was really flavorful, and I'm a sucker for a balanced Tom Yum. The Thai Sticks were a little underwhelming. The issue with imitation crab is that it doesn't taste like crab! Perhaps it added a bit of strange textural contrast to the otherwise creamy filling, but the filling was a bit bland overall. I suppose the dipping sauce is supposed to fix this, but covering the taste of cheese and crab with sweet and sour sauce isn't a very tasty option either. I'd probably suggest adding some onion or chive to the filling. Next, I had the Hung Lay Curry. Delicious and filled with fatty pork chunks, this curry was quite filling and balanced in terms of sweetness. I think most of their dishes have been toned down in the spiciness department to be more palatable to locals, but I enjoyed my dishes nonetheless. If you're used to the typical Thai level of spice, consider ordering everything super spicy. I'll be doing that the next time I come. Some menu items I didn't have a chance to try due to a full belly, but caught my attention were the: Khao Soi, Red Curry, and Som Tum (Papaya Salad). Expect an update soon! Happy Eating!
(4)
Ben S.

I knew very little about Fork & Stix until reading about it on Ian Froeb's recently published top 100 restaurants in St. Louis. What attracted me most from his article was the accompanied picture of what appeared to be a delicious bowl of curry soup. From the picture alone, I knew I had to try this place. I went to Fork & Stix on a Thursday evening with two friends. We started off by sharing 3 appetizers: Hoy Jaw (fried dumplings stuffed with shrimp, crab & pork), Crispy Spring Rolls and Pork Skewers. Surprisingly, the Hoy Jaw was only pretty good. I'd eat it again, but I wasn't too crazy about the flavor combinations. I'd consider this more of just a personal preference but nothing that would warrant a star reduction. The Crispy Spring Rolls had a lovely taste and texture, everything you'd want from a spring roll. The Pork Skewers were unbelievable. Grilled to perfection with a delightful flavor. Probably the best skewers I've ever had. After we ate our apps, we each ordered the Khao Soi, which is the soup that mesmerized me in Ian Froeb's article. Full discloser, I generally don't like soup at all. However, there was something uniquely luring about this Khao Soi. The conclusion: It was phenomenal. In fact, it would insulting to merely relegate this as soup. It was a meal, and a delicious one at that. The curry sauce was smooth and rich, it had a diversity of textures with both the crispy and the cooked noodles, and the spice level was perfect. I added some sticky rice into as well which was a nice touch. All in all, the food was great, and the experience was made even better by the excellent service. I'm looking forward to going back.
(5)
Nancy C.

Went with a large group of my friends to fork & Stix. The place is tiny and the wait is long. The menu was also small, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. I ordered some type of noodle and it was below my expectations. The portion was absolutely tiny and I had to go get a second meal afterward. However, most of my friends seemed to like it, so maybe it's just my bias and dislike of most Thai food.
(2)
Meagan P.

This is a really great Thai place in the central west end. I loved the Thai Stix; they were a bit different from normal Crab Rangoon but VERY appetizing. I had an order of Chicken Pad Thai which was good but not quite authentic. Additionally, we got the Hung Lay Curry which my husband LOVED. Overall, this was a great atmosphere with indoor and outdoor tables, and great wait staff.
(4)
Wanda '.

While I still really like this place, there have been some changes since it opened a few years ago. We recently ordered soup and green curry for pick up and the soup was tiny.... and cost $8, plus an extra $1.50 for shrimp. It was very pricey for the amount of food. The portions generally used to be a lot bigger. And although they used to almost be too big, it just seems like they have gotten pretty darn small. They are still a great local restaurant, but a bit disappointing.
(3)
Barb M.

Had lunch for the first time here and yum!! Very casual but lots of good favors! Okay back here again for lunch/brunch great wine by the glass and by the bottle! Wonderful curry had the hung lay curry with pork and the pad ka prao with egg, so good!!! Spend the 3 bucks for ma'am prik nuum it great and got! Yum!!! Go soon go often!
(5)
Philip H.

This is a fabulous little restaurant specializing in northern Thai cuisine from the region of Chiang Mai. Every dish is carefully prepared with the freshest ingredients and retains traditional flavors. There is outdoor patio seating in good weather. I eat here at least once or twice a week!
(5)
David W.

I've only been here once but under the recommendation of someone I ordered the Khao Soi, which is like a curry noodle soup. So based off of that one dish, I would rate this place positively. That noodle curry soup dish was quite good and definitely worth coming back for. At least for me, I haven't really had anything quite like it. So definitely it was a positive experience for me and would recommend trying it.
(4)
JT W.

It's on the far east of Delmar loop and it took us a while to spot it on the side of Rosedale. But once you turned the corner, it is really a nice roomy place and very popular! We tried the newcomer's favorite, pad thai and I would say it's good but not great. The sauce is a bit light to me and it can use more sprouts and green onions in my opinion. Service is okay, I will come back for a quick lunch next time.
(4)
Diana J.

Had lunch here with some coworkers. The place is small, and hidden away at the end of a short dead end street, further down Delmar from where all the main hustle and bustle are. PLEASANTLY SURPRISED by the food! Prices are very reasonable and the food was very tasty! I had the chicken Khao Soi as recommended by many fellow yelpers- it was delicious! My coworkers' dishes were equally well seasoned and fresh tasting, and all had quite the kick of heat! I'm very happy to have found another good thai place in stL as other only other place I frequented was Thai Kitchen. Not too busy during lunch rush hour and they have a few tables for outside seating. Good beer list and wine bottles are cheap. Will be back!
(4)
Harper Z.

Upping the stars. Khao Soi curry soup forever and ever. Incredible flavor and a perfect cure for cold weather and head colds alike.
(4)
Andrew B.

Outstanding and unique Thai food at an extremely reasonable price! Everything I've tried here has been great. As other reviewers have mentioned, a couple dishes really stand out. The Khao Soi is a delicious curry noodle soup with crispy noodles on top, the two textures work great together. The Hung Lay curry is incredibly tender pork (belly and loin mixed together, they complement each other nicely), with a fresh ginger and cilantro garnish that offsets the rich meat and broth. The pork skewers are also excellent, a mix of sweet and spicy. I haven't tried the more standard Thai noodle dishes yet, because every time I come here I'm craving one of these dishes. Even more remarkable, nothing on the menu is over $10. At a lot of the mediocre Thai places in St. Louis you'll pay more for food that isn't even half as good.
(5)
Gaby G.

By far the BEST Thai place on the Delmar Loop! The other three places don't even come close. For starters, the Tum Yum soup (I got it with chicken) is so deliciously spicy and the lemongrass, green onions, and basil literally make your mouth so happy. Their Red Curry and Green Curry are the perfect blend of spicy and sweet, and accompany their white rice perfectly. My only issue with this place is the quality of their Thai Iced Tea has decreased and is served in a smaller glass for the same price. But besides that, go here for the best Thai food near WashU!
(4)
Courtney J.

Went here for Friday dinner around 5:30pm, and parking was pretty easy and available. The tiny dining room filled up fast. It also got quite noisy, which made conversation a bit tricky without leaning forward and adding even more noise to the room by speaking louder. The food certainly made up for the ambience. Oh my, is the Khao Soi soup heavenly. It's such an amalgam of rich flavors that just make you want to slurp it like no one is watching. I have also tried a couple appetizers, but they seemed pretty standard. At least they weren't bad, but might not be worth the cost. My recommendation is come early or order take out. Then focus on the incredible (and affordable!) entrees.
(4)
Maheen B.

The wait staff were all friendly and we enjoyed the overall casual atmosphere in this tucked away restaurant from the rest of the Loop. I strongly recommend the Chicken Khao Soi and Som Tum Papaya Salad! The flavors are bright and fresh! Everything you love about coconut curry flavors are in the Khao Soi in addition to some lovely textures (yes, I said textures!) with the crispy rice noodles and regular noodles. The Som Tum was amazing and made spicy to our liking. My friend got the Beef Pad Ka Prao (asked for it extra spicy) and the flavors fell a little flat and we weren't expecting the meat to be ground, but we're looking forward to trying it again. I think the beef dish just wasn't what we had in mind.
(4)
Richa T.

I really liked the Thai food here. I stopped by to grab a quick bite to eat before work, but was a little overwhelmed by the menu. (It's not a large menu, but everything looked so delicious. So, I asked my server to help me pick out something for me. After asking a few of my preferences, she suggested the Khao Soi. I always always have trouble finding dishes that I think are appropriately spiced. I live spicy food, so everything is either to mild for me, or the spiciness isn't well balanced with the dish. I had duly been warned that some customers think the dish might be spicy (in my head I was thinking I really hope so! Every time someone tells me something is spicy, I get my hopes up, and them get bitterly disappointed when it tastes as sweet as candy.) The Khao Soi was mind-blowing. Extra points since the waitress saw me use up my chili paste and brought more in case the dish wasn't spicy enough :). The acidity from the lime, creaminess from the coconut milk, and the heat from the chili paste made such a great balance. It is a little tough to find parking here. You are better off parking along the street and walking for a couple minutes. And the restaurant is not huge, so it may get a little crowded. But all in all, I cannot wait to come back soon!
(4)
Alice C.

Red curry was delicious. A little sweeter than I expected but not overwhelming. It was perfectly spicy, spicy enough to burn but not enough that you can't taste anything. I wasn't allowed to choose a spicy level for this dish, which was probably for the best. I also had the Thai iced coffee which was fine. Nothing spectacular. Would come again.
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Mai Tran G.

We're looking for a good Thai restaurant in the area and found Fork & Sticks with decent reviews and thought we would try it out. Wasn't impressed by the food-- it wasn't authentic and seemed very Americanized. Flavors were lost and food was bland or over powered by hot spice flavors. Dishes are very small, but service is very fast!
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Jiminy J.

The best food in town for the money, hands down. I could eat this everyday. Try the Khao Soi for a unique flavor experience. Incredible service as well. Go now.
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Aditi C.

Food was delicious but OMG.. sitting at the base of my plate was a strand of HAIR... eeewwww disgusting!!!!
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Jason G.

Pretty disappointing lunch. There are a couple solid dishes here like the Hung-Lay Curry, but everything else is pretty mediocre. I asked for mine Thai hot, and they said they won't add any extra hot pepper to dishes. What? I've never been to a Thai restaurant that refused to make my meal hot. They said I have to use dry pepper and add it myself which doesn't blend the heat into the dish. I was persistent, saying I've been to Thailand and the heat will not be a problem. Nope. Well nope, I'm not coming back. Some of us want authentic food.
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Henry T.

Amazing Thai food. Specialize in northern Thai cuisine. Extremely authentic. The owner ship all their spices from Thailand. Best Thai and Asian restaurant in stlouis. Small menu but everything on the menu is amazing.
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Ashley W.

Khao Soi soup was very tasty! Service was prompt and friendly. Very reasonable prices. Finding a parking spot is difficult if there is a show at the Pageant. The noise level in the restaurant is extremely loud-distractingly so. Beware if you are looking for an intimate setting. I would suggest sitting outside. I have not been back to the restaurant since around the time it opened (maybe a couple years.) It is great to see that they have done so well (and finally got their liquor license!)
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Nick D.

Not too impressed!! We went on a Saturday evening. We didn't have to wait to be seated, which was a plus. We ordered the Crab/Cream Cheese Sticks and the Dumplings. Both of these items were amazing!! Then for dinner we had the Chicken Pad Thai and the Chicken Yakisoba. The chicken in both of these dishes was inedible. It was lacking of flavor and was like jerky. Besides the chicken, the dishes were pretty good. Serving sizes were VERY small. We had to order another Pad Thai, but this time we ordered it with shrimp. The shrimp was amazing. Not impressed. Probably won't be back.
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Mary H.

Went here with a meetup group and am so glad that I did! I had the red curry chicken and it was delicious. I like how they had the spices on the table so I could add heat to my dish. They had a nice beer and drink selection, also. It is pretty small, but since we went at 6:00 (on a Friday at that) they were able to seat our group of 13. There was a little confusion with the tickets since we were all paying separately, but that is pretty common at most places. I'm planning on going back this weekend with my son who is on a quest for the best yakisoba in STL outside of the Festival of Nations.
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Son V.

I have heard about Fork and Stix for a long time but I did not try it until today because the name is very American. So I think it is just another Americanized Thai restaurant in STL like others. I was WRONG. The food is just good. We ordered papaya salad, tom yum soup, beef nam tok, and khao soi to go. I like all of them but the beef nam tok. It is just bland. The beef has no seasoning and kinda chewy. The rest are done just right, very closed to some good Thai food I had in California. I took two stars off for the service. When I called to order, the man on the phone sounded annoyed when taking my order. When I came to pick up, the lady in the front was not very friendly. They made me feel like I interrupted their business and wasted their time. Please consider the customer service quality because the food is good and it can go a long way.
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Ibi W.

To start, I think I can honestly say I've been eating Thai food long enough to I know what good thai food is, and what isn't. This place is mediocre. Period. The food is bland and overall just not very good. I went for lunch and even then the portions are tiny. And moreover the service is HORRIBLE. To be even more specific I bought Chicken Pad Thai and didn't know that it came with tofu. Upon realizing this I informed the waiter that I can not eat tofu and kindly asked if he could take it back and take the tofu out. The waiter looked at me and said "Can you take it out yourself" and walked away. Subpar food paired alongside with subpar service is more than a good indication for me to make that my first and last experience with Fork & Stix. Save yourself the trip and money and find somewhere else.
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Mark P.

After having this place bookmarked forever, I finally got to try Fork & Stix recently. Just off the main Delmar strip, I really enjoyed this cool little place. We started with the Naam Prik Nuum ($3) from the snack menu. This small and healthy dish consisted of a hot sauce made with roasted chilies, garlic and cilantro served with vegetables for dipping. The sauce was very spicy and delicious. It would be best used for adding to other dishes, but we enjoyed it with just the veggies. For my entree, I tried the Khao Soi with Chicken for $9. This soup was smooth and yummy with coconut milk and chicken topped with crispy noodles. I devoured the bowl in no time. Even though it was a bit lacking in spice, I still enjoyed this bowl of goodness. I'm looking forward to another visit soon!
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Vincent S.

You can get a fried egg.
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Aimee K.

What's this?! Top of the line Thai food right down the street from me? I'm not worthy! Seriously though, this place is great. It's hidden right off of Delmar so you'll need to grab a meter, and get ready for a more intimate experience just because F&S is so tiny! there's only maybe 8-10 tables in the place which I really appreciate. It has a more modern look than I was expecting, and I certainly didn't expect a kick-ass bowl of green curry for lunch either. Our server was a little shy but very nice, and towards the beginning we could hardly hear him! Once he got a little more comfortable he was great, and I ordered a Thai coffee which you can never go wrong with. It comes in a HUGE glass with the condensed milk poured right on top. So good! Our waters were always kept full and service was on-point. If you're thinking about ordering the veggie spring rolls, get two orders if there's more than one person eating them. One order just comes with two tiny rolls, and while they were delicious, that won't exactly fill you up. As far as entrees go, I can't rave enough about the green curry with chicken. A gorgeous bowl of bamboo shoots, green peas, bell peppers, basil, green curry paste & coconut milk was set in front of me next to a side of white rice, and I was in Thai food heaven. It was the perfect amount of spicy (pretty darn hot) and everything was so fresh & well-prepared. A little music or something might make the atmosphere warmer, but that's about my only complaint for this unassuming little spot. I'll be back for more, probably a bunch of carry-out, too!
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Megan L.

+ Legit papaya salad + Friendly, attentive staff + Very reasonable prices *Small menu - there aren't pages upon pages of dishes to choose from, which means their selection is well-curated and each dish holds its own *THAI ICED TEA with lime instead of mil
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Dennis E.

Great casual Thai spot. I have had most everthing on the menu and its all great. We like to get it to go as well.
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Lydia L.

I've been back 2 times since my first visit, and I keep getting the Hung Leh- which is really consistent and a quality dish. I feel like the curries are watered down perhaps literally, but there is a serious void in punch/flavor/heat. Maybe there's not enough curry paste used? I think this is also reflected in the Khao Soi- which in my original review, I already stated was just a weak version flavor-wise. I'll probably go back if I have a craving for Thai food, but maybe the key is to order it Thai hot?! I'll figure it out and let you know....
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Vik S.

Oh man, where do I even begin? How can I possibly capture the awesomeness of my experience with Fork & Stix with a mere Yelp review? Let's say that it was the culinary equivalent to a home run. No, a grand slam. A playoff game-winning grand slam. In the bottom of the 9th. If you like Thai food, you are most likely familiar with Thai iced tea that is made w/ condensed milk. Well F&S has another version of that, but made with lime juice instead of the milk. I was blown away by my first sip. It had all the delicious flavor of the milky version, but was lighter, colder, and much more refreshing. I can't wait for the opportunity to drink this on a hot summer day. Garnishing with a lime wedge was a great touch. Along with a fresh & spicy papaya salad, we started with an order of Hoy Jaw -- the fried pork dumplings. These were fantastic, crispy outside and soft & steamy in the middle, served with a delicious dipping sauce. We got two northern Thai curries for entrees. The first was the Khao Soi (w/ chicken). If it's your first time here, I highly suggest you get this. It is more like a noodle soup with a coconut-milk based curry broth, but unlike any coconut-milk curry I've tasted before. It came in a huge pho-sized bowl and had crispy noodles on top. I can't find words to describe the rich comforting flavor of this curry. I never knew you could purchase pure nirvana for 8 measly dollars. Everyone needs to try this. You choose between chicken and beef. I believe you can get a vegetarian version with tofu, but call ahead to make sure. The second curry was the Kaeng Hung Leh. This was not coconut milk-based. It had chunks of pork belly and pork loin which were ridiculously tender and delicious. The flavor of this curry was so spot on. Once you taste it, you'll realize you've been craving it all along. Both curries had just the right amount of spice, enough to keep it interesting but not enough to mask the amazing flavors. Of course they are happy to accommodate all spice levels. Sensing our enthusiasm for the food (I guess the moans of pleasure gave it away), the owner/operator Phatch (more on her later) brought us a small sample of a chicken & oyster mushroom curry that her mom had just whipped up in the kitchen. She also gave us complementary refills on our iced teas which was so generous. Through talking with her, we learned of an off-menu beef tartare dish which we ended up ordering. It was a generous portion of raw minced beef with Thai spices and other herbs and was quite excellent. If the food wasn't amazing enough, talking to Phatch added a new dimension of awesomeness to this visit. She is a lovely young woman, well-traveled, and a HUGE foodie. She answered all our questions about the various ingredients, even bringing us samples of the spices and showing us pictures of ingredients on her phone. She even gave us tips on other restaurants in the city! Phatch is cool and SO enthusiastic and passionate about food, and being able to talk with her was such a treat. She has the deep knowledge of northern Thai cuisine from growing up in the region, but is totally on top of the latest food trends. In addition, she was living in Japan for the last 5 years, which explains the addition of Japanese dishes on the menu such has yakisoba and tonkatsu. (Can't wait to try those!) She told us all about the plans she has for Fork & Stix, the menu items she wants to add, her issues trying to source the best ingredients, and more. It became immediately clear to me that this is more than just a business. Patch is putting her heart and soul into this place. She is truly excited about bringing awesome food to St Louis and we are very lucky to have her (and her mom!). Amazing food, great prices (nothing above $10), very fast service. I was there Sunday around 8pm and the place was sadly empty. While I loved the individual attention, it was a bit disheartening not to see other people in there. I'll chalk it up to being new. Once the word gets out I have a feeling this place will be busy all the time. (Phatch, get that Facebook page going!) But for now, go here and enjoy the beginning stages of a soon-to-be hotspot. Oh, did I mention the bathroom smelled wonderful? OK I'm going to stop now. Just go here.
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Stu M.

Amazing Khao Soi - every table around us was ordering it and for good reason. Curry broth a bit lighter than I've had elsewhere, but flavors excellent and rich. Also ordered a spicy papaya salad with salted crab and it was SPICY. Like, wow. Some damn spicy. Really good, just know where you're going with that. Pork skewers also great and smoky. Definitely wash the whole thing down with the sweet tea with lime. Boosts the flavors up to whole next level of complex and delicious. Loved it!!!
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Matt S.

Let me preface this review by saying that my third world genes have blessed me with the ability to handle most cultural cuisines. Except Thai. I just can't do the heat. That said, I tried going into Fork & Stix with an open mind. Super cheap and mostly authentic, but food is...hit or miss. We started off with crispy spring rolls, which are my favorite (love the deep-fried rice paper), but I found these to be tiny and pretty boring. My dinner date had the Beef Naam Tok "Salad" which was insanely 5-alarm spicy, and the cubes of beef were a little too sour and rare for our liking. I would not recommend it. It is definitely a cultural divide, but it was weird getting a salad without any greens. We picked at it but it was too much for both of us. I had the Hung Lay Curry, which was delicious by comparison. The pork was tender, and the curry was curiously sweet. We enjoyed it, but wish I had a little more rice to soak up the sauce. Service is friendly, willing to give recommendations, but they're severely understaffed. It looked like our waitress was trying to handle the entire restaurant by herself at the peak of the dinner rush, which made for a painfully slow evening. If they hired one more person for their peak hours, this would probably be a three star place.
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Hao X.

I came back again with my boyfriends family and i loved the food here! I got the pork skewers again and it was as good as it was last time! i avoided the shrimpy salad thing because i didn't want super intense shrimp flavor and opted for a curry instead. the curry was fantastic! I loved the large chunks of meat, the tasty tasty brothy parts, and it had the perfect amount of heat! i also tried their home made sausages! I was so happy! They were really flavorful and I was really impressed! I'm so happy this place got another chance! It's definitely 4 stars worthy!
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Mary B.

Nice little place with a chalk board wall. Sweet friendly staff eager to talk and help. I drove an hour to go here so I ordered two entrees since I couldn't decide ! Both were excellent. One was a curried pork and one was a coconut soup similar to a tom kao, I cannot remember the names but the staff will know they are the two most popular dishes. I loved both and enjoyed the staff so much. Oh ya I also got a delicious Thai iced coffee.... And then stayed up all night ! It was worth it hahaha!
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Jill C.

The Khao Soi is amazing - the creamy curry soup with crunchy noodles on top is the best soup ever!
(5)
Adrian D.

Great Tom Yum (soup) and Pad Kra Prao (stir fry). Chill ambience. Great service. Affordable. Will return.
(5)
Dmitry Z.

Great service. Amazingly fresh ingredients. Every bite is an explosion of delicious flavor! I'm addicted. P.S. The khao Soi is a must try.
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Ger V.

I was very excited to find a Thai restaurant that had dishes like papaya salad with crab, nam khao, and kha soi but upon my second visit I was very disappointed. Fork and Stix is overpriced. Don't order any of their soups; the portion is ridiculous. Their papaya is still the best I've had so far in St. Louis.
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Roman S.

I rarely rave about interior design decisions, but I feel I have to lead with this. This is a rather intimate restaurant with a modern atmosphere: upcycled church pews with storage space underneath, one large abstract wall art piece in muted light and a menu that is as aesthetically pleasing as it is functional. More importantly, the food exceeded its presentation and general ambiance. We split the Khao Soi soup and a delectable pork salad, Nam Khao Tod. Fresh ingredients deliver! But be aware, don't expect a "regular salad" of the leafy vegetable kind, this is authentic Thai food. If you don't like this place, chances are, you are not a big Thai food fan beyond well established dishes like Pad Thai. Wish we had sampled Som Tum with sticky rice and Moo Ping as recommended. Wine pairings were thoughtful, Rieslings and similar whites but also craft beer. Both are not a given at Thai restaurants in this price range. Now if they could only open a sister restaurant in Memphis...
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Kristi A.

LOVE the food at this place. I seriously can't stop thinking about it and would like to try everything on the menu. I went with the chicken khao soi on my first visit per the RFT's recommendation, and I was totally NOT disappointed. It was full of flavor and texture. Felt very fresh and delicious. I highly recommend for a first time visit. I've also had the Pad Kee Mao, which I ordered medium and it was the perfect amount of spice. Definitely packed a punch, but wasn't so spicy you couldn't taste the dish. The noodles at this place are extra special from the rest of the Thai places in the loop. The Thai Iced Tea is the best I've had in St. Louis. I can't recommend this place enough. I love that it's small and it feels great for a casual lunch with a friend, or a romantic night out with your significant other. On a side note, if you're a stickler for great service, you'll probably not find it here. It's not the worst, but it's not the greatest. I can overlook this part, due to the outstanding food, but others may not. Proceed with moderate expectations!
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Katherine B.

After trying their lettuce 'tacos' at the Yelp ball, and being super impressed with the flavoring AND the spice, the bf and I put them on the to visit list. What a great place. Nice service, excellent food, nice ambiance (which was so nice it needed to be noted). The cream cheese stix were very fatty and delicious. I had the hung lay curry, which contained pork, ginger and lemongrass. It was AMAZING- fresh, and the flavors blended perfectly. The Thai tea is like the perfect mix between Thai spices and southern sweet tea. Another new awesome place in the Loop.
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Megan M.

The Khao Soi is awwwweeeeesssooooommmmeee! I go back just for that. Yum! Interior is cute (and small) but makes for a great date night place. The service is good - I've only been when it's been busy so the servers were always running around. Tried a friend's noodle dish and it wasn't saucy enough for my taste so I don't think I'd ever get a noodle dish. Actually, I probably won't ever try anything else other than the soup because it's the only place that I know of that serves it and it's THAT good.
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Neil K.

Tom Som, Muu Ping, Crying Tiger, Khao Soi-wow, Hung Lay-wow! Nuff said! Best Thai in St. Louis.
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Brittany W.

This place is mediocre. It says some items can be served with beef but it doesnt tell you it is ground beef. Really disappointed. Spring rolls weren't anything special either
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Crystal R.

We went here for the first time after reading the reviews here on Yelp. The place is on the small side but we were seated right away. We weren't sure what to order since there were so many things that we wanted to try, but everything was so reasonably priced that we ordered quite a few things. We started off with Hoy Jaw (dumplings) which didn't look much like the photos we saw, but were darker (see my photo). They were served with sweet chili sauce and were sooooo yummy!!! I really could eat a lot of these. Then we tried the Thai Stix which are deep fried and filled with cream cheese and crab....they were hot and melted in our mouth! For our entrees we ordered the Chicken Khao Sol and the Chicken Sateh which are grilled pieces of chicken and the Muu Ping which are pork skewers. The chicken skewers were okay....but nothing special...and the pork was a bit better. These were both good, but didn't blow our minds. The Khao Sol on the other hand was AWESOME!!! Every first few bites we would have to stop and say "Mmmmmmmm". Next time we will for SURE be getting this again.....soooo wonderful! To drink I ordered the Kafae Yen which is Thai iced coffee.....waaaaaay too sweet for me, but I got used to it after awhile. This is not like the kind served at Pho Grand, but I thought it might be. We didn't get forks and I didn't want to ask for one, since I needed chopstick practice...:), but I'm sure they would give you one. The entree portions are generous and everything was reasonably priced. The servers are very quiet and appear and disappear often w/o us noticing. Others mentioned no music playing but they had some on when we were there.
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Michelle B.

this is a BYOB restaurant (5 stars for that!) Ambiance (3 stars) really cute, very little, modern place with an almost fast cash appearance. Service (3 stars) Food (2.5 stars) some good, some pretty bad. snacks Sai Oua Hoy Jaw entrees Khao Soi (Chicken) Northern Thai curry noodle soup Red Curry with Pork the pork sausage snack was portioned more like a meal. it is big and delicious. rich spicing. I liked the fried dumplings. My husband thought they were a bit heavy (and he loves oily food..) maybe I was too hungry. the media-praised curry soup had a good broth, but the chicken had a very weird flavor. like old chicken, not sure, but not too delicious. the pork was extremely salty. almost inedible.
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Phong N.

I went here coz it was rated 4 stars (highest amongst Thai restaurants in St. Louis) but I was disappointed with the quality of food here. The taste is too bland for Thai cuisine and the portion is pathetically small. Though I liked the service and the ambience, I will not come back again.
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Sasha S.

What's all this hype about, yo? I've only lived in STL since June 2012 but I've yet to find bomb Asian food but I have mos def found some potentials. I've read, almost, nothing but good things about this place so I had to try it. Fork and Stix is located just off of Delmar ("The Loop"). I didn't think it was all that hard to find but I'm in in The Loop 4 days of the week. Grab a meter spot or park behind The Pageant, as Fork and Stix do not have a parking lot--like most places in The Loop. The atmosphere is modern and fairly brightly lit. It is a small restaurant with 10 ish tables (I didn't count them). There wasn't any music playing and it was very quiet. I was seated almost immediately, given a menu and a water. The waiter was very quiet but attentive and didn't hover. I ordered Khao Soi with tofu. The menu said it was a popular Northern Thai dish. Well, I have no idea why. It wasn't inedible but there was like zero heat. None. Why didn't I order it hot? Well, I did and the waiter looked at me like I had grown a third eye and brought me the pepper caddy. I dumped all of the various peppers in and it still wasn't hot enough or maybe it was because it was also lacking flavor in addition to the lack of heat. Anyhoo, I was not impressed with this dish. I would rather hit the Thai place next door to my work place. Also, I thought the portion was small for the price. I didn't leave hungry (not that I would have taken it with me) but if they're going to have dinner prices during lunch the portion should reflect that. I mean this isn't fine froo froo dining. I will give it another whirl, eventually.
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Cheryl K.

Finally had a opportunity to stop in Forks and Stix and I am so glad I did. It was a very chilly day and walking into the warm air was a great start. It's a cute little spot just of Delmar. The waiter was prompt and friendly. The best part was the food. I ordered the Tum Yum soup (chicken) and it was so tasty. The lemon grass and cilantro just added to the enjoyment of this wonderful broth soup. I ordered it med on the spicy side and it was perfect - $3.00 I also had a selection from the snack section of the menu. Pork skewers grilled with a sweet marinade and it came with a bit of sticky rice. This too was delicious - $5.00 I will definitely be back.
(5)
Jiaxi F.

This is my third time back. Honestly the service was pretty terrible, the server wasn't very helpful or friendly at all. For the appetizer, I ordered the Papaya Salad which was basically just swimming in fish sauce which completely overpowered the dish. For my main dish I ordered the Pad Kee Mao and specifically asked for mild. The dish I got was least a medium spicy and lacked in flavor and while the portions were small . Overall the only positive experience I've had with this place is getting the hung lay curry. In the future I'll probably only order take out from here if I ever come back.
(2)
Joseph G.

Sawatdee Kraup! One of my top two Thai places in St Louis. The best part of this place is that they really use fresh ingredients and they offer many seafood dishes. Their pad kee mao and other stir fry dishes are as they should be--not swimming in a bunch of sauce like they've just been pulled out of the Chao Phraya RIver. It's not he best Thai you can get in the state, but it's one of the best in St Louis and will hold me over until I get back to Bangkok. Warning: this place does not mess around with spice. They are the real Thai deal, so don't try to be macho when they ask you how much spice. If you are not Thai, you will lose.
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Vedran A.

Fantastic place to enjoy authentic grub. Love the atmosphere here and the friendly folks who put it all in motion. Very simply, elegant and detail oriented. I tried a few things on the menu and was pleased with all. Lots of robust flavor and texture. The presentation itself speaks volumes. Excellent food for the price. A definite must try. Look forward to eating here again soon.
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alice t.

Pad thai so bad...but why is the khao soi so good?! I felt sorry for my boyfriend as he was eating his insipid and bland tasting pad thai, while I enjoyed my delicious khao soi. We've been to plenty of Thai restaurants in California and tried all of their pad thai dishes. In comparison to the other thai restaurants, this pad thai by far, sunk under average. I think it's hard to mess up on pad thai this badly as this place did. I had these orders to-go which came out perfectly on time but it took awhile for the cashier lady to come out of the kitchen and take my money. Other than the two tables, the small restaurant was empty on a Saturday night so I found it odd that the service was a bit slow and that they forgot to give me some spice on the side of my order. The cashier lady was friendly and nice. Feeling a mixture of emotions about this place. Perhaps i'll come back just to get another taste of the Khao soi again. But if you're a pad thai lover, you've been forewarned.
(3)
Lisa J.

Good food and the seating outside was nice, portions were small though. They have a liqour license now. I guess ive had better thai, so im spoiled. Still the wait staff was great
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Andy G.

This is the most tasteless Thai food in STL. We ordered three different dishes hoping to taste as much of the small menu as possible. Unfortunately, everything tasted exactly the same, dry & bland. Blech! We ended up throwing out most of our order only to make dinner for ourselves, this totally defeated the purpose and convenience of take out.
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Bryan M.

Took a chance and brought the kiddies to expand their horizons, respectively. They each liked it, and want to go back. I was surprised ... pleasantly. Service continues to be great. I tried the Pad Kra Pao this time. Also good, but prefer what I had last time - the Kaeng Hung Len.
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Minal G.

Fork & Stix has so far been exactly the Thai restaurant St. Louis has needed. The few items I've had (for takeout) have been fresh, flavorful and spicy! I lived in Long Beach, Calif., for several years and was spoiled by the amazing, authentic Thai food that was ubiquitous there, but Fork & Stix satisfies my craving. So far, I've had Khao Soi and the Pad Ka Prao. Both were delicious. The Khao Soi was a curry dish with the classic coconut milk base. I liked it because it wasn't too coconut-y. The Pad Ka Prao, however, is my absolute favorite. I ordered it with chicken (minced) and the recipe included green peppers, onions, green beans, chili and Thai basil. It's a bit saucy and comes with rice, and the dish is SO AMAZING. The downside about the dish is that the quantity was small. My husband also ordered the Chicken Sateh once and it too was well cooked (but not dry) and tasty. A word of caution: The "medium spicy" heat level is quite spicy (which I enjoyed), so be careful! Anyway, I have to remember that there's now a great Thai spot in STL. I haven't gone to F&S nearly enough as it deserves.
(5)
Jacqueline C.

Looking for a lunch spot, I ended up here with a food loving friend of mine. Fork & Stix recently opened and it's always nice to show love to a local eatery! The family owned restaurant, prides themselves on a few dishes being influenced from their Northern Thai roots. One dish in particular Kaeng Hung Leh (pork belly curry) is a great comfort food style dish (I posted a pic). This dish is aimed to please those looking for a tasty home style dish. With pork belly rendered down served along side pieces of slow braised pork loin it's a perfectly timed dish as we enter in the Fall season. During our first visit we also sampled the dumplings, crying tiger, papaya salad and sticky rice. I recommend a Thai tea and the Kaeng Hung Leh!! Enjoy!
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Andrew R.

Fork and Stix is a great addition to the Thai food scene on the loop. Once you figure out where it is, you will keep coming back for more. Everyone that suggested the Khao Soi was absolutely right on. It was probably the best Southeast Asian soup I've ever had. It was the perfect blend of curry, noodles and spice. I can't wait to have it again. I also tried pork skewers and sticky rice and found those quite good dipped into the Thai chili sauce. It was awesome to try a different regions perspective on Thai food.
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Rachel G.

Went in for lunch today and the coconut curry soup was amazing!! I will be thinking about this for weeks!
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Jason C.

Located off the beaten path. There is a limited menu but what they do cook is quite good. I had the green curry. The portion was small for the price but such is the story for most Asian food in St Louis.
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Zoe G.

I love everything about Fork & Stix. The location (1 block from my house), size, decorations and the food!! I typically order the spring rolls and Khao Soi, but I have loved every dish I've tried. Most importantly, the business is local and family run. They appreciate their customers and make it known.
(5)
La La Lori L.

In an area with many choices of Thai food this is now one of my favorites in U-City. Great interior and friendly staff. Definitely a do not miss if you like Thai.
(4)
Young S.

I lived in Thailand for over 5 years, so I am very familiar with Thai food and differences in regional flavors. Luckily, Fork & Stix has done a good job of introducing a non-mainstream Thai dishes to Saint Louis. My favorite dish, Moo Ping, is just like how I remembered it when I lived in BKK. My other favorite, Kao Soi, is also delicious. I usually get their Green Curry (Kaang Kiew Wan), which sometimes can be a hit or miss, but generally it is very tasty. Sitting area is small and simple. Price is adequate. Take-out is always a great option, which I often do.
(4)
John D.

Update: It's just as good as ever. Consistently great. We love this place! Just came back to give it another star, just because. After two trips here I think I'm ready to write my review. Before I get to the food, let me start by saying that parking is a little difficult around the restaurant so you'll probably be better off parking on Delmar and walking a little. The benefit of that is that there isn't a lot of driving or pedestrian traffic if you're seated outside. Sitting inside can get pretty loud, which makes it difficult to ask questions. That being said, the food is fantastic. The first time my fiancÃ© and I came in on a Friday night and had an order of the spring rolls, tofu khao soi, and the hung lay curry. The spring rolls were light, crispy, and delicious. The khao soi had a fair amount of heat in the broth, but the flavors were great throughout. The crispy noodles on top added some nice texture in each bite. The only thing we wished was that there was more cilantro. The hung lay curry was amazing. It was rich and flavorful. The next time we came in with our son who can be adventurous when he wants to be, but this time he was pretty indifferent about anything. The fiancÃ© had to go with the tofu khao soi again. It would seem like she's found her go-to dish already. I had the beef yakisoba, and I ordered the crying tiger with a side of sticky rice for the boy. As appetizers we had spring rolls, thai sticks, and muu ping. The spring rolls and thai stix were crispy and delicious with the sweet chili sauce. The muu ping was great. I wish there was a little more char on the meat, but they were tender and the flavor was great. See the khao soi review in the previous paragraph. Consistency is a huge plus. The yakisoba tasted great although it was very onion heavy and not a lot of beef. The crying tiger had a sauce that got pretty spicy. It's the kind of heat that gradually gets hotter and hotter, so be careful. A little goes a long way. All in all I think it's a great little restaurant that's off the main strip. We've had some amazing food and we'll definitely come back.
(5)
Josh J.

Not your typical Thai place. The food here is always fantastic!! My fiancÃ© and I always have to order two orders of the crying tiger appetizer, it's just too good to share!! We also always get the khao soi with beef. (I think that's how it's spelled) Never been disappointed by anything however.
(5)
Lindsay N.

Lacks consistency. My first visit the food was delicious. The Khao Soi was one of the best dishes I have eaten this year. So good, in fact, that my husband and I returned two days later for lunch and ordered carry out. This time the Khao Soi was bland and unappetizing. I ended up adding the lacking ingredients myself to make it palatable. It was so disappointing. I probably won't return due to the fact that I just don't know what I'm going to get. If they improve the consistency I may change my mind. For now I've found a recipe for Khao Soi and will make it myself at home.
(3)
Cece A.

Tried this for the first time--we ordered the Khao soi and pad thai with shrimp. The khao soi, like everyone mentioned, was terrific (but could have used some heat). I usually don't like curry based soups because they're often too creamy/greasy. But this one was great--to the point where I licked the bowl when my lunch partner wasn't looking. BUT, that might have been because their portions are really small. Or maybe I just eat a lot. Seriously though, usually at any restaurant their noodle soups come up to a certain level of the bowl. This one was significantly more shallow than every soup I've eaten. The amount of noodles was also small. My friend's pad thai was just enough for her--still a smaller portion than what I have seen in other places. Maybe it's one of those quality over quantity things. I'd rather have both. Yeah the prices are good but for the portion size, not really worth it. After finishing our meal, (we also ate fried dumpling which were OK), we walked away feeling not entirely full but no longer hungry. An hour later, though, I was starving.
(3)
Catherine W.

It's refreshing to see a Thai restaurant on the Delmar Loop that isn't part of the collection of three pre-existing related restaurants (which my friends and I affectionately call the "Thaiangle"), but I can't help but feel underwhelmed by this place. This is definitely one of those places where it helps to have some fore-knowledge going in - thanks Yelp! My biggest complaint about this place is their apparent misunderstanding for human tolerance of spice. Unless you really, really know that you like spicy food, order yours mild. My boyfriend is a big fan of spicy food and ordered the papaya salad medium spiciness, and to me it was literally inedible. It was a shame, because in that split second before the spice began scorching my tastebuds I could tell that there were some nice flavors in there. I had a similar problem with my entree - I ordered it mild but I suspect it was actually made medium, because by the time I was a quarter way through it had become actually painful to eat. I don't even want to think about what high spicy would taste like here. The specialty drinks have a similar problem, except that they are way to sweet. I realize that Thai iced tea and coffee are meant to be sweet, but the iced tea was frankly unpleasant until we watered it down about 50%. Our service was mediocre. My soda sat empty for long periods before being refilled, as did my friend's water - a big problem when eating spicy food. Even though we ordered spring rolls as an appetizer, they came out after all of our other food arrived. There was also the above-mentioned (suspected) mix-up on the spiciness of my entree. Having said all that, several menu items are delicious. The soups are particularly good, the Tom Yum making a light but flavorful appetizer, and the Khao Soi is amazing. My friend finished his and was practically licking the bottom of the bowl to finish the coconut curry broth. This place is still pretty new, so hopefully they will work out the kinks and make this place the awesome Thai restaurant the Loop needs. Until then - order mild!
(3)
Chris C.

I'm coming back. Small restaurant with minimalistic style. Some people say portions are small, but not in my opinion. Enjoy your food slowly and it is plenty. Try the hung leh curry, it is wonderful. Also, the wrapped pork and crab make great appetizers. Service was nothing special, but very friendly.
(4)
Chris Z.

This place is tucked away off a side street in U-city. However, if the area is busy you can always park in the Metro Link lot behind the Pageant. The space is small, but cute. The different dishes that we tried ranged widely in execution. We started with Thai sticks... which are basically sticks of crab rangoon. They were ok. The other starter was some kind of pork fritter. It was really good. I can't remember the name. For our entrees we choose the yakisoba noodles which were great... but the pork included in the dish was flavorless. The Pad Ka stir fry was underwhelming. Prices are very reasonable.
(2)
Tova T.

I discovered Fork and Stix when it first opened a few months back when I was hoping to go to dinner at Selam, the Ethiopian restaurant that used to be here. But wow! Fork and Stix has become my go-to restaurant in The Loop. I've probably been 8 or so times now, and it's great every time, and everything on the menu has been excellent. The Tom Yum soup is the first I've had that rivals my favorite back in Pittsburgh. This isn't your run-of-the-mill Thai restaurant- their dishes are unique, with a Northern Thai flavor, and some Japanese thrown in. The chef's daughter has served me every time until now- it seems they've hired a waitress, which is great! My boyfriend likes the Hung Lai curry, which is pork belly. And I've enjoyed the chicken sateh, the Khao Soi, and the Green Curry immensely. Everything tastes so fresh and has an interesting mix of flavors. The decor is also very cozy and cute, with cool mason jar lights from the ceiling, and a full-wall blackboard that has slightly different artwork every time. Venture off Delmar just a few steps and you'll find this truly hidden gem. I so hope they stay open, and it seems like they will, given the business they've been getting!
(5)
Diane M.

I came here last night with a group of friends, and I've been absolutely dying to try this place. The space is quite small; there are only about 15 or so tables inside the restaurant, and all of the tables were taken when we got there. I appreciated its tasteful decor with several modern artworks on one wall and another wall covered in chalkboard material and writings. I got the Red Curry with Chicken which had a great balance of sweet and spicy. The dish was inundated with bamboo shoots with a few sprinkles of bell peppers, but it also came with plentiful pieces of chicken. A couple of friends got the Khao Soi, which they loved and devoured. Fork and Stix does not (yet?) serve alcohol, but I saw a couple of tables bring their own bottles of wine. I'd love to come back to try the Khao Soi and Hung Lai Curry.
(4)
M C.

Try it with caution: It's addictive.
(5)
Jamie K.

The food at Fork and Stix is the best thai food in town. The small restaurant is very small with a cozy atmosphere. I've tried the curried chicken noodle soup, Khao Soi, and the pork belly curry, Hung Lay Curry. Both were perfectly spiced with just the right amount of spice. We literally licked our plates clean. I can't wait to go back!
(5)
Stu O.

Great service and food. I had the teriyaki salmon and my friend had the red curry, both were great! Red curry was a bit spicier than expected and the venue is a bit small, make sure to make sure you can get says!
(4)
Chris J.

There is finally a good Thai restaurant on the Loop. This new restaurant is the fifth Thai restaurant on the Loop but is the only one worth visiting for authentic and delicious Thai food. Fork and Stix is a fantastic edition to the St. Louis food scene and (as far as I have found) the only one in to specialize on Northern Thai dishes. The menu also includes some classic American-Thai fare, like pad Thai, as well. I have eaten here three times now and have been more than satisfied each time. The prices are very reasonable, making eating here an incredible value. They are still experimenting with their menu and they are adding and taking dishes off the menu. Their smaller menu keeps the quality of the food high and fresh. The service is great too. The Northern Thai dishes I've had here are fantastic and worth repeat visits. The chicken khao soi (with a little extra spice added) had great depth and balance. The sai ua sausage was nice and savory with a slightly tangy bite. The Pad Thai was also nice. But the best dish I've had here so far has to be the nam khao tod. I've had this dish in Vegas and Chicago, but despite looking hard, this is the first place I've found in St. Louis that makes this dish. Hopefully it will stay on their evolving menu. For those who haven't had this dish - try it. It is rice soaked in special pork stock, lime, and fish sauce and then fried, giving the rice a bright crispy texture. The rice is mixed/cooked with red onion, pork, ginger slices, chopped peanuts, mint, lime juice, and maybe some other delicious ingredients. It has a great balance of tangy sourness, spice, and sweetness with a great crunchy texture. It's delicious. Fork and Stix is a bit hidden on Rosedale Ave - just off Delmar, but it's a real gem. Easily one of the best Thai restaurants in St. Louis.
(5)
McKinley S.

I went here with my girlfriend in an attempt to try something new in our hometown. I could not have been more pleasantly surprised. This place is just off the busy beaten path that is the Delmar Loop. The inside is small, quiet and carefully decorated. It is family run so the servers are pleasant, enthusiastic and eager to help you make the perfect decision. As far as food, I ordered the Khao Soi and my girlfriend stuck with the Pad Thai. Both were amazing and lead to audible moans from the both of us. Insider tip: if you are not familiar with Thai cuisine, and you like spicy food, try the Thai tea with milk. It helps to put out the fire, and is in itself quite refreshing. This was an easy 5-star experience and we will be sure to be back soon!
(5)
Amanda B.

Worst Thai food I've had in St. Louis - dry, under-seasoned, over cooked noodles. Don't order the Pad Thai, or Tom Yum, or Thai tea or Coffee. Literally got my food home, took a couple bites and pitched it in the trash. What a waste!
(1)
Kel Vin W.

Frist we got the Papaya salad with salted crab, Note: the crab legs are for chewing for flavor, not to be swallowed! Oops! We also got the Hoy Jaw crab and shrimp fried rolls which were delicious. Next we got the Chicken Pad Thai which was probably one of the better versions I've had, it was very "Al Dente" and not overpoweringly sweet and not greasy either. We also got the Green Curry with pork, the pork was very tender, it was mostly bamboo shoots, it had sufficient flavor but could do with a little more punch. A kudos to the restaurant was that they allowed BYOB since they did not have their liquor license. We brought a wonderful bottle of Malbec which complemented the dinner really well.
(3)
Ray F.

I met a friend for lunch on the first day of this new restaurant. I agree with the general comments of the previous reviewers (type of cuisine, tasty food, large portions, very reasonably priced). I would add that the arrangement of the restaurant and decor provide an enjoyable and pleasant dining experience. Parking is off street parking at meters. Also, note that Rosedale "dead ends" if you're coming from the South (traveling Northbound on Rosedale) into a private parking lot. Now to the food!!! In all, the meal was excellent, tasty, and very satisfying! We shared the Crying Tiger (grilled Angus beef) appetizer which was served by a flavorful sauce (naam jiim jaew) native to a specific region in Northern (I think) Thailand. My friend enjoyed the Teriyaki Salmon, which she thoroughly enjoyed. I had the first listed entree on the menu with beef -- a delicious spicy (to order) stir fry of egg noodles, bell peppers, and other vegetables and spices, that I also enjoyed and devoured. I try to save a portion of my meal to eat later (and the portion was certainly large enough to do this) but I couldn't resist clearing my plate of this signature dish!!! I recommend stopping in for lunch and/or dinner some time!
(5)
Elizabeth M.

In an area full of Thai, fork and stix is by far my favorite. I have to say, I've only ever had one thing on their menu (Pad Kee Mao), but they do it so well it's all I ever want. They'll also bring me extra peppers to kick my meal past the normal 5*. If you like Thai, you'll love this place
(5)
Benay H.

Adorable little restaurant and absolutely delicious. We always do take-out but the servers are extremely friendly and polite when we pick up our food. We've often thought about trying out a new Thai place in the area just because my husband and I like new experiences, but we have always remained faithful! Why have something mediocre when we know we can have excellence? The pad thai is top notch and the curries are great, but anything on the menu is made perfectly.
(5)
Picha M.

Not sure if its supposed to be Thai or Japanese. Guess a fusion restaurant. Either way we like this place! Its a little deceiving when you approach it. It is about 30 feet south of Delmar thus not quite readily visible at first. The sign is very bright which helps. This is a very small restaurant with maybe 15 tables and a very simple contemporary decor. The staff was very nice and but our waitress was very new (day #3) thus still learning the menu. Didn't really bother us. I ordered the Kaeng Hung Leh. The dish was a little smaller than I expected but very tasty. Served in a shallow bowl with a side of rice. The pork was very tender with a little tendon as well, "yummy!" It wasn't very spicy however. I washed it down with their Thai Iced coffee which had a very good flavor of chicory. In our group we also ordered the Pad Kee Mao and the Khao Soi. I was lucky enough to taste both. May favorite that I am sure to order next time is the Khao Soi. Again not very spicy but very flavorful with excellent noodles. This isn't a dish you can order at every Thai restaurant. Parking is a little tricky. You really have to park on the street but just across Delmar were numerous metered spots. It is also only one block away from a Metro stop! Overall great restaurant that we will revisit soon I hope.
(4)

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Address : 549 Rosedale Ave
Saint Louis, MO, 63112
Phone (314) 863-5572
Website https://forknstix.com/
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Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch, Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No

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