Khen's Isan Garden - Speyer

After several random attempts to get a table on the day, we got lucky as it was during the week only 6pm, although the restaurant was almost empty, all tables claimed to be reserved, and sooner or later more guests trickled in we sat at the winter garden like appendage with two ladies, who seemed distinctly unimpressed with their meals as very little thai taste to it you could get better similar stir fry beef at any Chinese , which sadly turned out to be true (ordered the same), although the vegetables were fresh the portion was quite generous, I was left wondering if coconut flavoured starch thickened liquid, with a couple of fresh tomatoes mushrooms in it makes a Tom Yam Kung, as it reminded me of powder based instant soups, although prawns seemed fresh, I didn 't dare to order a main after that. All in all, I would expect more thai from a thai restaurant, especially if it supposedly sports thai chefs.. i guess i am more thai myself in such a case? The main part of the restaurant seemed not very well ventilated, but the bathrooms were clean, however the whole building looks more like an industrial site, really.. there is a garden area in front (in summer) and a train passing by ever so often, so that 's that.. it beats me as to who 'D be voluntarily coming back, but apparently it 's all that !?

After much anticipation, here we are at Khen 's Isan Garden. My husband and I have a litmus test for Thai food if their Tom Yam Kung is good, then chances are high that the other dishes would also be good. Khen Isan 's Tom Yam Kung is decent the prawns were fresh, and we were even given special chili flakes to spike our own soup to our liking! Next up was Som Tam (green papaya salad) the crunch was there, but sadly, the subtle fragrance of green papaya was drowned in a dressing made with Thai sweet chili sauce a big no no! We were a bit apprehensive by the time our third order came along Lab Gai . The well balanced use of kaffir lime leaves redeemed an otherwise mediocre dish. Finally it was time for our second litmus test the green curry. At first taste, our Green Chicken Curry shouted of coconut milk and fish sauce... lots of fish sauce. Our verdict: the ice cold Chang beer was the highlight of our meal! Based on the dishes we ordered, Khen 's Isan Garden lacked the funkiness we hoped for. We continue our search for the real deal.

The best Thai food far and wide, we like to drive the 50km each time. They always feel welcome, also beautiful outside in summer. Soups are only recommended!

The restaurant is pretty hidden. In summer you can sit well outside. The tables are covered. There is a very wide selection of Thai dishes. A table adds the card with other specialties. The service is very friendly and fast. The food tastes excellent and abundant. I can recommend the restaurant without restriction.

The best Thai restaurant for me. In addition to the incredibly delicious food, the staff are totally sweet and nice. You always feel welcome. I love it!