Lucky Khao Restaurant in Kemptown, Brighton and Hove

Reviews

1. Isar Krista-Leigh ★★☆☆☆

   Our experience started off on a strange note. When we called to let the restaurant know we might be running a few minutes late, the staff asked if we could arrive earlier instead, as we were the only ones booked for the night. I feel that they were trying to make us feel guilty about it, which was off-putting, especially since our reservation was for 7:30 pm. When we arrived, we were the only ones there, besides one other couple. It was a pretty dead ambience. The interior was nothing special, just basic decor that didn’t add much to the atmosphere. We were eager to try the sea bass and pork krapao, both of which sounded great—especially the sea bass. Unfortunately, we were told they didn’t have the sea bass available. After considering the other pork dishes, we opted for a khmer curry instead, not wanting two pork dishes. Only after placing our order did we learn that they only had minced beef for the krapao, which was disappointing. The khmer curry was good, but the beef krapao was a complete waste—nothing like what we expected from the dish. It also doesn’t make sense to have beef in pad krapow. So overall, even though we were the only ones there, they didn’t have two of the items we wanted on the menu, and there was no offer to compensate for that. Despite being the only customers, it was surprisingly difficult to get the waitress’s attention at times. Overall, the experience felt more frustrating than enjoyable, and we left feeling quite let down.

   1 year ago
2. Elliot Daly ★★★★★

   Absolutely loved this meal. Can't believe it's taken me so long to get there. Definitely some of the best Thai I've had in Brighton. Great flavours and generous portions. Lovely staff and ambience. Menu changes regularly but our sea bass and pork belly dishes were superb. Highly recommend

   1 year ago
3. Nathan Darcy ★★★★☆

   We dropped in here after we made a booking with VIP pizza across the road and couldn't even get a table because they were fully packed out. Gave up and came here last minute. Really lovely staff who are accommodating and go beyond to make you feel welcome. The food was tasty and filling, although definitely on the steeper end of expensive. We expected a few of the portion sizes to be bigger for the price, especially the rice and the chicken. Vegetables in the drunken noodles could do with being sliced a little better. Lots of very chunky and crunchy bits of cabbage. Besides that, everything truly tasted incredible and it's well worth a visit. Genuinely the main negative was the music. So unnecessarily loud and booming. I don't understand this need, specifically in restaurants and cafes, to play club music loud enough that you have to shout to hear each other across the table. Frustrating when you just want to have a nice meal out.

   almost 3 years ago

1. Adele Hing ★★★★★

   We discovered Lucky Khao accidentally whilst going for brunch at Red Roaster and decided to give it a go the same day. The happiest accident ever! Food was absolutely delicious, service was excellent (although, a few too many check backs!) and we were so full we had to skip dessert. Every dish was wonderfully different, well seasoned and exceptionally tasty. Noted lots of comments in other reviews about Food being too salty and too spicy and will argue this to say that the menu does say if you’d like less spice to just ask, as for the salt - this is subjective and as a chef I thought the salt level was spot on. We will definitely be back when next in Brighton! Thank you!

   almost 3 years ago
2. Salifou Malik ★★★★☆

   My family and I came here for a last minute Easter Sunday meal. We phoned before to ensure they were still selling the roasts and were told they were. However when we got here.. one of the ladies said she'd realised she'd made a mistake about kitchen opening hours tonight but that she'd saved us a table and the kitchen had stayed open for us.. very accommodating!! All staff were very friendly and efficient. Sunday roasts were fab.. we tried out 4 different meats between us and all superb.. Meals were all hot.. served together.. tasty.. no complaints! Desserts were willingly served even though, again, we were technically out of kitchen hours and were delicious! Manager very friendly and approachable. All in all impressed with this little pub!

   almost 3 years ago
3. Elzė Stankevičiūtė ★★★★★

   Tried the OctoberFeast menu with the cocktail flight and have to say that we were not disappointed. Even though the portion sizes were relatively small, me and my partner both were quite full at the end of the dinner. I have to say I was super eager to try this place just for their infamous corn ribs and once I tried them I believe that everyone should. They were amazing. The chicken larb was also one of our favorites. The other dishes that we tried were mackerel ceviche, Chang mai hot dog, goat and sweet yellow curry, mango sticky rice and the cheesecake. All was very delicious. The cocktails were quite small but very delicious. We especially liked the one with the margarita with the chili. Definitely recommend trying!!

   almost 3 years ago

1. LizTC ★★★★★

   Great food! Omg this so authentic Thai street food, eating here make us come back to our trip to Thailand, all so fresh and aromatic. The goat curry was fantastic. We love the food so much, the only thing we didn’t like is that in the website and insta advertise a meal deal for Wednesday/Thursday night but when we went they said they don’t do it, so mixed message on that side, but the food is worth it! The staff was really friendly as well.

   almost 4 years ago
2. Phil Stone ★★★★☆

   This place has a nice and relaxed atmosphere. Service was lovely and efficient. We ordered few dishes and they came fairly quickly. The chicken lark was my favourite dish and I also really liked the sauce which came with the aubergine. The curry wasn’t really to my taste. Overall all dishes are flavourful however in my opinion they are all too salty. It either comes from soy sauce or maybe fish sauce but for sure it’s a bit too salty overall. Presentation was nice and you can watch the chefs in the open kitchen doing their work. We tried few non alcoholic cocktails and the passion fruit fizz is highly recommended. Coffee is good too. They also have a secret back garden for warm days like today (40.3 C in U.K.) There is also a sink at the entrance where you can wash your hands which is a nice touch.

   almost 4 years ago

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