Authentic Thai w/ legendary spice levels. Lived up to the hype. RIP Ugly Baby.
This Thai restaurant was a beloved spot, known for its authentic flavors and incredibly spicy dishes. Many fondly recall its legendary Khao Soi and intensely hot Kua Kling, setting a high bar for spice lovers. Though now closed and rebranded, its memory lives on as a benchmark for exceptional, fiery Thai cuisine.
This Thai restaurant was renowned for its authentic and very spicy offerings. Dishes like Khao Soi and Kua Kling were frequently highlighted, with some considering Kua Kling the spiciest dish they had ever eaten. The 'jungle curry' was also noted for its extreme spice level. It's mentioned as a benchmark for spicy Thai food.
"The Khao Soi, Kua Kling, and jungle curry were frequently mentioned and highly praised dishes, particularly for their intense spice levels."
Customers had overwhelmingly positive experiences, frequently mentioning it lived up to the hype and was worth waiting for. It's remembered fondly for its authentic and exceptionally spicy Thai dishes.
Important Note
The restaurant is now closed and has been rebranded.
"Ugly Baby is mentioned as one of the new restaurants people are excited about."
Positive"This commenter expressed excitement for Ugly Baby."
Positive"The user expressed missing Ugly Baby, indicating positive past experiences with the restaurant."
Positive"The user recalled that Ugly Baby used to offer a "jungle curry" that was extremely spicy, even more so than other versions they had tried in Woodside."
Positive"The user mentioned that Ugly Baby (now closed) had a dish called "Kua Kling" that was the spiciest thing they had ever eaten, implying it was a highly positive experience for spice lovers."
Positive"The user used Ugly Baby as a benchmark for spice, suggesting it was spicier than Hungry Thirsty."
Positive"The user mentions they never got to try Ugly Baby, noting that it has since rebranded."
Neutral"The original poster notes they have not loved Ugly Baby, despite its popularity among others."
Negative"The user SomeDrillingImplied found that Ugly Baby (now closed) lived up to the hype."
Positive"The user laments the closure of Ugly Baby ('RIP Ugly Baby'), implying it was a great Thai restaurant that lived up to its hype when open."
Positive"Ugly Baby is worth waiting in line for."
Positive"I loved the khao soi from ugly baby, obv closed now but maybe the restaurant that the former chefs is opening in the space will have it?"
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