King & I

Before I moved permanently to Las Vegas (15 years ago)
The first restaurant I went to was King and I on Trop.
There was a flier on our door at the back rooms at Imperial palace so we ventured out to try the food.

Chris Budajam (the owner) greeted us and his mom prepared our native Thai meals. I was never a fan of Thai thinking it was like Chinese (Americanized) food.

Well that experience has led to a long relationship of weekly visits. Their specials and food are truly wonderful and made to order.
I have taken many guests to lunch and addicted them as well.

And as an added bonus Chris and Nikki also keep a stash of beautiful Chablis, Gerwutz, and other great white wines that pair fantastically with the spicy Thai flavor.

If you eat in one new place this month make it King and I.
Say "hi" to Chris and Nikki for me!

Posted 12/17/08 | Report Abuse

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I was taken to this restaurant by a co-worker that swore by the place. I am not a big "thai food" eater, so I went reluctantly.

I was pleasantly surprised and the quality of the food and the quaintness of the restaurant. The prices surprised me too! They had great lunch specials and the owner was really nice, he came by to say hello to all of us.

What a great restaurant! I willl surely eat there again.

Posted 12/09/08 | Report Abuse

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We have been going there for years and the food is as good as it gets. The owner runs the place and the family serves you and a family member is the cook.

PROS: Great everything
CONS: none

Posted 08/23/05 | Report Abuse

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This is my favorite Thai/Chinese restaurant. They have large portions and great prices. They are hidden in a little shopping center on Tropicana and Maryland Parkway. They have wonderful Pad Thai and the best egg foo young I have ever had! My husband really likes the sweet and sour pork.

PROS: Large portions/good prices
CONS: None!

Posted 07/27/05 | Report Abuse

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