Each week, we share Fort Worth-area restaurant recommendations from our very own Star-Telegram readers.
These aren’t all well-known establishments. They are neighborhood “hidden gems,” family-run eateries that have built a loyal following among locals who’ve discovered them in Fort Worth or our suburbs.
Do you have a restaurant recommendation? Use the form at the bottom of this page (or click here) to send it our way. Include what you suggest ordering on the menu.
Ko Thai Restaurant, Near Southside, Fort Worth ($)
- Where is this restaurant? 725 W. Magnolia Ave.
“Thai food that is a cut above the others in Fort Worth. Great service. Dramatic architecture and interior.”
- What else to know: The Star-Telegram visited Ko Thai back in May and sampled some of their dishes. The inside of the two-story restaurant, opened in 2023, represents the culture of the Isan region of Northeast Thailand, where most of the dishes are from. Owners Joy Theepaka and “Nick” Thana Pornin (of Koracha Thai in Benbrook) thought they would bring “the Ko (cow) to Cowtown.” One of the most popular dishes is the Crying Tiger, grilled marinated ribeye steak served with lettuce and cucumbers. The classic Isan dipping sauce is bold and spicy. Other menu highlights include Pad Thai, red and green curry, curry puffs and handcrafted cocktails. The restaurant also offers a private dining space for parties and gatherings. Ko Thai is open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., closing at 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. See the menu.
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Jayla Webb
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