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Kalaya, Philadelphia, PA
Award-winning

Kalaya

4.8
4.8
356 Reviews
$31 to $50
Thai
4 W Palmer St, Philadelphia, PA 19125-2606

About this restaurant

  • Innovative
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Romantic
Welcome to Kalaya! We look forward to serving you!


Authentic Thai cuisine in the heart of the Italian Market in Philadelphia offering catering, private events, dine in, take out & delivery.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Thai
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Award-winning
    1. James Beard Award 2023
  • Neighborhood
    Fishtown
  • Cross street
    9th & Catherine
  • Parking details
    A valet is available for $12; street parking is available for free.
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout

What 356 people are saying

Kalaya reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.8
4.8 based on all time ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

356 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 11, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved everything about this place. I need to go back and then back again.

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  2. BKmom VIP

    Philadelphia268 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 11, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    So glad Kalaya is back. The food is unique, delicious, and the portions are very ample. The owner even talked us out of ordering “too much food” and she was right. We felt very safe. You order by downloading the menu, pick your choices and then pay- very efficient and safe. This is one of our favorite restaurants in Philly. They don’t serve tap water, you have to buy a bottle of water....another concession to safety. This also probably helps their bottom line, but it’s not a problem. Just note that the food can be spicy for some palates and there is no adjusting of the level of spice- it comes as the chef wants it to be served. If you like spicy unusual and well prepared dishes, this place is worth a try.

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  3. andrew

    Philadelphia6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 5, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great outdoor experience , staff handled social distancing restrictions well. Incredible food of course.

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  4. Gianni

    Philadelphia9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 1, 2020

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food without a doubt. Fresh and nicely seasoned, moderately spicy. Entrees were portioned well. A little pricey. This was my first Covid19 outdoor dining experience. The menu app was challenging to use and could have been made easier with some 'instructions'. We were seated near the front door under the window outside which was too close to everyone entering and exiting the interior and approaching the door for take-out orders. That made the experience a little distracting and unnerving. I'd ask for a different table next time.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 29, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent- beautiful presentation and full of flavor. I am a fan of this local establishment and the kindness of the owner when I have encountered her before with take out service. Outdoor dining service was slow/disorganized last night which may be due to adjusting to re-opening, thus will hopefully improve. You have to pay gratuity before receiving the service, which isn’t ideal if the service isn’t on par. I would return again to support this local business.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Thai food in Philadelphia!

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  7. scribdafoodie

    Miami148 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 28, 2020

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was absolutely incredible! Service was weird and the ordering system did not give the opportunity to ask questions about what we were ordering. Ambience is a tough one to answer in these Covid times as the only ambience is the sidewalk right now. Let me reiterate, however: the food was INCREDIBLE! If you like Thai food, you will LOVE this. If you don't think you like Thai food, this place will change your mind.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They can accommodate vegan diet very easily. Everything we tried was great. Get the mushroom tapioca dumplings :)

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  9. JanetC

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious unique Thai food. Read reviews beforehand to help you figure out what you want to order.

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  10. JanW

    Philadelphia6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful - all guidelines adhered to- and excellent service.

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FAQs

Kalaya offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 385-3777.

Kalaya is rated 4.8 stars by 356 OpenTable diners.

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4 W Palmer St, Philadelphia, PA 19125-2606

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. James Beard Award 2023
  • Cross street
    9th & Catherine
  • Neighborhood
    Fishtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Thai
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    A valet is available for $12; street parking is available for free.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout
  • Delivery & takeout
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