KAN KIIN BRUNCH & THAI EATERY

Kan Kiin Brunch & Thai Eatery is truly a hidden gem in Daly City. I’ve been back three or four times already, and it’s consistently a great experience. The space is beautifully designed with a strong sense of atmosphere—warm, stylish, and perfect for gathering with friends or family. The service is always friendly and welcoming. That said, when it gets busy, food can take a bit longer to come out, so it’s best to come with a relaxed mindset and enjoy the vibe. My experience so far is based on dinner only (I haven’t tried their brunch menu yet), and there are several standout dishes I highly recommend: • Seafood Tom Yum Soup Hot Pot (highly recommended): Perfect for sharing among 3–4 people. Rich and creamy with strong coconut notes, balanced by tomato and lime acidity, and packed with fresh seafood. This is an absolute must-order. • Fresh Crab Fried Rice (Chef’s Special): Beautifully presented in a large coconut shell, very generous portion, and loaded with crab meat. Both visually impressive and delicious. • Spicy Catfish Clay Pot: The fish is very tender and pairs perfectly with rice—comforting and satisfying. Some dishes were less memorable: • Roti with Massaman Curry Beef Chuck was just okay—the sauce leaned quite heavy and sweet. • Lazy Herbal Beef had tougher beef, and the sauce mixed into the rice was a bit too salty for my taste. Their mocktails are also very good, refreshing and well-balanced. Overall, Kan Kiin is a place I strongly recommend. Flavor preferences may vary, but it’s definitely on the bolder, heavier side, so those who prefer lighter or more delicate flavors may want to order carefully. Still, it’s a standout spot in Daly City and absolutely worth a visit.

This restaurant has been blowing up on my social media feed and I have to try out this place. Basically, it’s a Thai restaurant serving breakfast and brunch as well as other items. Unfortunately, it’s too hectic for me to go on a weekend because of tight crowds especially on mornings, which is why I went on Monday. There is a "Complete Parties Only" sign, which most likely means that they’re trying to fill up every table. In other words, you might need to sit with other people. I heard that a few people had to sit with others. Thankfully, that policy wasn’t enforced since I came on a weekday and that I had the table to myself. The place really looks elegant and nice with comfort music playing. It’s quite rare for restaurants to be like this especially when it isn’t fine dining. It’s like the staff was really taking good care of it. Honestly, many restaurants should be like this. Also, there is a long table, which is used mostly for multiple parties to sit together. Food is pretty much superb here! I’m a big fan of pancakes and sometimes with matcha. So I gotta try the Matcha Pancakes. Very delicious and delicate especially when it’s topped with fruits. The matcha sauce actually adds a kick into it adding rich flavor into the pancakes. Sometimes, I dunk pancakes into the matcha sauce. Thai iced coffee is good too! Really wakes me up a bit in the morning! I’ve seen plenty of delicious items from the menu as well as their pics from online, and would love to come back again to try more! Also, I suggest going on a weekday if possible. If not, you’ll have to endure longer wait times during the weekends due to packed crowds.

Finding unique breakfast menu is a game I like to play. This hit the mark. We were a table of 8, and most everyone tried a different dish. Everyone loved their dish, except the breakfast sandwich/burger. That sure looked good, but they felt it was too ordinary. I think it was because they asked for no sauce. I ordered golden pork because of Brussels sprouts and potatoes. The pork flavor was amazing. The pieces were crispy enough for me. since I was a bit afraid they might be soft and stewed. I tried someone else’s Thai chicken:💯 soooo yummy. We also shared yummy matcha pancakes. The drunken noodles, jook, and seafood stew were big hits as well. Be aware…it takes awhile to get your food. The presentations were lovely. The portions generous. Servers were very friendly. I would go here again in a heartbeat. I appreciated the drink menu too which includes fresh coconuts and several fun cocktails. Several people also commented on the pleasant decor. It’s a bummer they do not take reservations in the weekend mornings. It deserves the Michelin recognition. I want to go back again, but it will have to wait for our next SF trip.

It’s Thai fusion cuisine! We had the crab fried rice, catfish claypot, the beef flat noodles, the green curry, pai Thai noodles - all were very good! I especially love the cat fish clay pot! It’s dynamite! Even though it comes in a big dish - you can easily share it like family style ! The atmosphere is casual ! If you want to bring a cake or your own sweets- please bring your own knifes and paper plates or they will charge you $2.50 a person to borrow the plates and cutleries! Which sucks!

Kan Kiin is a fantastic pick for thoughtfully crafted Thai cuisine. 🇹🇭✨ Their curry dishes are amazing—rich, fragrant, and beautifully balanced with spice and sweetness. 🍛 The appetizers feel Michelin-level, especially the Thai sausage, which is packed with bold, complex flavors and a perfect snap. 🌶️🥢 With its creative dishes and refined execution, Kan Kiin is a must-try for Thai food lovers. 😋🌟

Wings were crispy and juicy, French toast with two way banana was decadent but not too heavy. Wish the Bangkok gold was a little less sweet but the seafood protein was generous!

Cute restaurant and very Instagram picture worthy food. Nice portion, don’t order more than 1 dish per person. Taste? Barely there. Chicken was also very very dry. Food is almost made just purely for photos. We went during lunch and my impression is basically classic American breakfast/brunch items sprinkled with Thai basil and garlic on them. Matcha items are nice tho, maybe rebrand to a Japanese restaurant is more appropriate 🙂