tuk tuk thai

flavourful, fast nutritious lunch is what i had here. been wanting to try this place for a while.  finally...
ordered the flames (beef stir fry with fresh vegetables) and an appetizer portion (2) of chicken spring rolls.  both were delicious.
the space is colourfully decorated with photos and murals depicting scenes in thailand. the unique salad bar and beverage fridge housed in the back end of atuktuk (thai scooter - sport ute). seating comprises 2 communal tables (for 22) and one round table for 2-3. 
within 10 minutes my order was ready and i was enjoying it in a unique paper box which resembles a lotus flower and opens up as a bloomed lotus (cool!). the flames beef stir fry had slices of round beef blended with colourful fresh vegetables, yellow carrots, broccoli, green beans, bamboo shoots and plenty of fresh thai basil. the sauce had enough heat for me, but a touch sweet (for my personal taste). shriracha sides are available for extra heat. also came with a choice of jasmine or coconut rice (latter at no extra charge!). it is very good value for $10.
the spring rolls were freshly fried, served piping hot out of the fryer with a thimble of sweet chili dipping sauce. they were stuffed with a mixture of mung bean vermicelli, wood fungus, carrots and carrots. (2 for $3).
this reminds me of street food in bangkok, but with upscale seating and a clean, colourful washroom. beats some of the yyc food trucks for value. 
i'll be back.      
note: the entrance door may not be obvious. it features an automatic sliding door (a la star trek). walk towards the middle of the shop facade and the door will open. more cool!

stopped in for lunch during the week.  i would considertuktuk thai more of a fast food restaurant where you can sit and eat or take it to go.  my friend ordered pad thai $10 which came in the most intricate folded lotus flower-shaped box while i went straight for dessert and ordered the sweet rice (sticky rice, coconut milk, fresh mango) $5.  while i thought the portion of the dessert was small, it was probably the right amount for such a sweet dish.

personally i think it’s a little expensive but i also find thai food a bit pricier than the other asian cuisines. the pricing is however, comparable to other thai fast food such as pad thai in the malls – and if that’s what you’re comparing it to, thentuktuk thai is much better in both quality and value.

service was excellent.  i was surprised when someone from the back/kitchen, actually came by to our table to ask how our food was. elevated fast food restaurant.

great place. had a couple bumps in the road due to new staff however wherever they have fallen short i have talked to them personally and they always make the situation right.
i was privileged to try the noodles made by the winner of the bangkok pad thai contest. a famous old man down off of thong la train station. that is the standard to which i base all pad thais. and of all i've tried in this city,tuktuks come fairly close. of course with every pad thai you have to season yourself. some prefer sweeter. i myself prefer more sour and pungent. sweet pad thais are western thing, as it should have balance between all 5 flavours.tuktuks always fulfill that craving and at a great price too.

i thought thattuktuk thai lived up to my thai takeout expectations. i was fully satisfied with my tasty meal, and will most definitley return. i also recommend buying two meals if you plan on eating alone, one for lunch and one for dinner!

i found the thai dishes attuktuk thai have been toned down considerably and modified to suit the western palates. i understand that the owner's desire to introduce inexpensive, classic thai food to the people in calgary - and i gave him credit for that. but that doesn't mean authentic flavours should be sacrificed.

we had green papaya salad, spring rolls, beef masman curry and moo moo lemon. the only item i found appealing was the spring rolls. the beef curry and moo moo lemon were good, but definitely not authentic. the green papaya salad was the worst, tasted completely sour.

how can you be a restaurant on 17th ave and charge the prices thattuktuk thai charges, and provide tasty food with generous portions? i don't know, but i'm glad they're there! my group and i came here for an early dinner and ordered a large amount of food.  hubs and i shared the satay chicken, chicken spring roll, papaya salad as appys and i thought everything was nicely flavorful and well executed.  i had the drunken basa as my main and didn't realize there was a bit of heat to it so it was a bit challenging to eat (i am very sensitive to spice) but it was very tasty.  my brother's masman beef curry had tender cubes of beef brisket, and the pad thai's were a huge, generous portion with hints of tamarind sauce.  my brother's gf didn't enjoy her moo moo lemon as the citrus taste was too overpowering for her.  overall i think we enjoyed our meals and wouldn't hesitate to come back!

thai and stop em!

thailand… land of spicy food,tuktuk’s, beautiful beaches, and one particular beach where a young leonardo dicaprio stole the hearts of a generation in “the beach”.

i have tried a lot of thai, from the streets of thailand to the suncor food court with thai express, but it never really hit the mark as a place i would deliberately venture… only to go to when the opa line was too long or flight tickets were cheap, howevertuktuk thai has everything it needs to be my staple “go to” place on 17th for food. good prices, amazing quality, friendly staff, and a unique establishment!

my favourite dish has got to be the shrimp rolls but honestly every dish hit the spot. the pad thai also hit the spot. sean noticed that the spice was a little downplayed from traditional thai but i am sure if you asked the friendly staff they would pull out some of the traditional heat for you. also, it should be noted that the bathrooms are impeccably clean, which is rare on 17th ave.

next time you are walking down 17th, just walk in and thai something, thai anything! pick something random off the menu and give it a shot! all these little dishes are meant to share and be enjoyed! or just pop in to use the washrooms.

check out our full review and what our other couple felt on our site at the link below!

great new thai joint on 17th ave! the interior is filled with memoirs of thailand and have a cutetuktuk fridge. i tried the shrimp pad thai and chicken green curry and both were fantastic- flavourful and authentic, bringing me back to thailand. their thai iced tea is a must try as well. very smooth and creamy. its the best thai food i've had in calgary for a great price!

tuktukthai's price ($10 for an entree) is comparable to the food court's popular pick of thai express by being a dollar or two more expensive. while the portions may be smaller,tuktuk thai makes up for it in quality. i ordered the beef masman curry and definitely agree that it's worth the $10. the curry was flavourful and the beef and potatoes were tender. the only thing that could have been improved was more curry sauce! i would've had no complaints if i could've drench my coconut rice with more curry.

along with that, my friends and i ordered the ginger prawns (2 in an order), chicken satay (2 in an order), and fried tofu as our appetizers to share so that we could try a few more things. all appetizers are $3 each, of which i found a bit pricey for the amount given. however, it was tasty enough that i would recommend trying out a few of the appetizers.

when i go to particular bbt shops in calgary, i'm usually inclined to order the thai milk tea (half sweet of course), so there was no hesitation when my friend recommended the thai ice tea. it was the right level of sweetness and a good refreshing drink to finish off the flavourful meal.

with an appetizer, main entree and a beverage, i paid $16. i would definitely recommend coming totuktuk thai if you're craving some legit thai food. it's also more affordable than the other dine-in thai restaurants that you find in calgary. another bonus is that it's open late on fridays and saturdays, so it makes a great late night alternative after you stumble your way out of a eventful night at the nearest club/bar.

tuktukthai is a delicious endeavour that emphasizes the traditional tastes of thailand. located on 17th ave, the interior is actually set up pretty well for seating, in spite of the size of the storefront. the service was quick and friendly, and the food was fantastic as well. i ordered the pad thai and chicken satay. the chicken was cooked to a tender texture, and i found the satay sauce to go quite well with the consistency of the meat. the pad thai was well done, with a burst of flavour in every bite, and the noodles cooked to a nice degree, creating a balanced meal. one piece of personal preference was that i felt it was only slightly on the dry side after finishing the dish, and a little more sauce might help remedy that. the condensed milk roti is a must to finish off with, served warm and fresh with just the right amount of condensed milk. the thai tea is authentic and flavourful as well, mixing the strong taste of traditional tea with the sweetness of condensed milk. overall though,tuktuk thai is definitely a great option to grab food on the go, or pop by for a quick meal!

hungry? craving some gourmet fast food besides wendys, mcdonalds, or even pho? calgary is beginning to expand in the food culture with some delicious restaurants that offer quick service but high quality food. one of them that i have blogged about is watercress express, which offers a quick upscale vietnamese dining experience. next on the list is a new restaurant that recently opened and has been buzzing all over instagram with their thai dishes...tuktuk thai. after reading jennys (hermoderncanvas) detailed blog post ontuktuk thai, i knew it was time for me to go experience it myself.

if you’re a frequent visitor to 17th ave like i am, it is most likely that you have noticed a new member of the restaurant community of 17th ave. there has been a variety of restaurants creating huge competition among the businesses. filled with pizza and wine, there isn’t as much authentic asian foods on that avenue.tuktuk thai is new to the street and is turning 3 months old. they may be newly opened but they have an extensive history in the restaurant industry- specifically in thai cuisine.

the food here is absolutely delicious and it's a place where i can bring my vegan daughter for lunch. 
i love the gorgeous panel art on the north wall and the cute littletuktuks used as drink coolers. it reminds me of our time in thailand, taking atuktuk up the mountain to see the giant buddha with the whole family. who needs roller coasters when you havetuktuks....ha!
i only gavetuktuk thai 3.5 stars because i don't like their seating. one long table, one small tall table ( with really short stools), and scattered stools just don't cut it. we sat at the end of the long table and froze because the only way in is via a sliding door and it was open a lot. i'm not even going to attempt to visit in the winter...though they do a great take away business.

a small place, that's beaming with bright colors (especially green). the addition of brighttuktuk props adds character to the store.

the service was friendly, fast and knowledgeable of the menu items. we ordered thai ice tea, pad thai and a sticky rice with mango for desert.

the presentation was definitely nice especially the way the pad thai was packaged (see my instagram post). although the pad thai wasn't spicy even though the server told me it is. regardless it has a nice balance of sweet, sour, and seasoning.

the thai ice tea was superb. strong taste from the tea and the sweetness from the condense milk. as for the sticky rice with mango, the rice was consistent in soft texture with the right amount of coconut. the mango could be better if it was more ripen.

overall for the price, a little high for me even as a fast food. but food and service quality met expectations.

tuktukhas a pretty simple menu and price is on the high side given that it is served more like fast food.  my second visit was way worse than the first.  the girl at the counter seemed not to care with an unfriendly look and took orders like a robot given that there was no other customer waiting.  it was an insulting experience.  i tried the pad thai and it was nothing special and average at best.  my experience from the first time was also average at best with the basa on rice accompanied by tamarind dressing. portion is small given the high price (10 to 20% more expensive than thai express).  the design of the takeout box is unique but i don't really care about that.  thai fusion delight across the street is a bit more expensive but given the huge portion and the much more authentic thai flavour, it is way superior totuktuk in my opinion.