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Baan SiamB+
425 I St NW, Washington, DC 20001
· Thai restaurant, Asian restaurant, Wine bar
· Northwest Washington
Bold Northern-leaning Thai with standout curries and salads, good portions, but service and auto gratuity disputes appear often; go for flavorful dishes, not coddling.
The verdict
Baan Siam delivers bold, fragrant Thai cooking with generous portions that earn strong loyalty and repeat visits, particularly for khao soi and chili-paste fried rice. However, inconsistent seasoning and execution across visits, combined with variable service tone and occasional friction over gratuity, prevents it from reaching higher territory. The convenient downtown location and quick pacing make it a solid neighborhood favorite rather than a destination.
One caveat: Service can feel brusque or inconsistent; some report manager confrontations
What to order
- Khao soi with chicken
- Shrimp chili paste fried rice with crispy pork belly
- Crispy lotus root & grilled shrimp salad
What diners say
- Rich, comforting khao soi broth with tender chicken
- Smoky chili-paste fried rice with crispy pork belly
- Crispy lotus salad with bright citrus-peanut notes
Opening Hours
Monday
Tuesday11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:00
Wednesday11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:00
Thursday11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:00
Friday11:30–15:00, 17:00–22:00
Saturday11:30–22:00
Sunday11:30–21:00
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