Salad King - The local hotspot is back

Salad King.. Long known for its flavourful (should I say spicy - atleast for the general Caucasian demographic) interpretation of Southeast Asian cuisines re-opened this year (after that interesting 'fire' that ripped through the historic building) to great fanfare and waiting. I had the pleasure over this last year of spending numerous evenings and weekends on their unique bench chairs in front of a variety of different dishes. Curries, noodles, rice dishes, I pretty much made my way through most of the subcategories at one time or another (except for seafood and vegetarian). On any given day, the line up to this place can find itself going from the second floor all the way to entrance outside. Turnover is fairly fast, however, as it is my belief that many of the dishes, at least the more common ones, are pre-made and have a high enough turnover rate that they don't ever sit long. The setting is unique, almost industrial in nature, with long tables and benches, with a few booths. I believe this is so no party stays too long and keeps people moving in  and out.

Bangkok Stir Fry

Now, to the food. The price is right and the portions are good (although I feel that they've become smaller since I first tried a few years back), but by no means should you take any of this as 'Authentic Thai'. Its the 'white-washed' version of a Thai dish, and hey, I'm happy with that fact. Many of the dishes have that Chinese feel and lack the fishy taste that is more common among authentic Southeast Asian cuisines.. Instead of going through every dish I have had and all the different experiences, I'm just going to include a pictures of a few of the dishes and my favourites!

Thai Islamic Noodle

The dish I have undoubtedly indulged in the most would be Thai Islamic Noodle. For some reason, you will not find this on the menu. I really have no idea why that might be, but if you do find yourself at Salad King as a first timer, at least consider ordering the dish. In my opinion, it has to be a top three on any ones list. Ingredients include rice noodles, chicken and/or shrimp, bell peppers, carrots, onions, broccoli and a red curry sauce made with coconut milk.

Siam Noodles

Another favourite would have to be Siam noodles, which uses a peanut and coconut base sauce that is to die for. I've always been a huge fan of peanut sauce, on chicken, in stir fry, anything really..

Spicy Chicken

Here are a few more picks, if you get the chance the curries arent bad (I've had only the green curry thus far, although I'm sure they are all great) as well as the spicy chicken or beef! Bon Appetit!

Green Curry

WIth everything being said, I would have to give Salad King 3.5 iron rings out of 5 for its good flavourful food.

Happy Living!

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