Award-winning

Jo's Modern Thai

4.7

28 Reviews

$31 to $50

Thai

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2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Innovative

Jo's Modern Thai is a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant in Oakland's Laurel District.

Born from the cultural exchange between Oakland native Kao Saelee and his wife Jo, Jo's Modern Thai embodies vibrant Thai flavors with a modern twist. The menu blends bold, balanced Thai dishes with creative, irreverent approaches. Highlights include smoky barbecue brisket drunken noodles and a laab-inspired pork burger, with customizable spice levels to suit all palates.

Jo's celebrates the deep connections between food, culture, and community, reimagining traditional recipes with Thai and Californian flair. We prioritize thoughtful sourcing, partnering with local farmers and artisans to showcase the best seasonal ingredients. Our curated selection of wines and inventive craft cocktails further elevates the experience, inviting guests to savor the flavors of Thailand in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Thai, Asian
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(510) 479-3167
Website
https://www.josmodernthai.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
3725 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland, CA 94619-1329
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2024
Neighborhood
Oakland
Cross street
Nearest cross street is Brown Ave.
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine

What 28 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco Bay Area
Thai

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Jo's Modern Thai offers a delightful fusion of flavors with standout dishes like the "lobster pad thai" and "pork belly curry." Guests rave about its "creative and artistic" presentations and "exceptionally prepared food." The ambiance is welcoming, with both indoor and patio seating. Service is generally attentive, enhancing the overall dining experience.

28 Reviews

E
Evelyn
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The Tuna Tartare was sooooo good! Loved the entire meal.
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Matthew
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Massaman curry and lobster pad Thai hit Papaya salad is fresh too
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Erin
VIP
San Francisco
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible!! Will definitely be back for the lobster pad thai
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Nathalie
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant was clean and modern. I ordered an excellent red curry dish
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Clay
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Always great food and service, Modern Jo’s has quickly become a favorite!
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Robert
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 25, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
For a graffiti marked neighborhood, this was a surprising find, but what a diamond in the rough it was. Apparently newly remodeled, it had a clean and crisp look and feel. The professional staff doted on us throughout the evening providing a cozy experience. The food was well deserving of the Michelin guide and the value was undeniable. They easily adjusted the spice levels to suit both my wife (for whom most things can’t be spicy enough) and myself whose spice tolerance is quite low. Flavorful, intriguing, artistic - every dish was a delight. If you haven’t yet been, book now.
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Maureen
VIP
Tampa
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptionally prepared food, always a surprise with the layers of flavor in every dish! The oysters leave you wanting more. The "coconut cakes" are such a surprise, smooth and delicious with an unexpected little kick. The roasted eggplant which looks so plain and then is so flavorful with perfect texture. We always have to have the catfish salad which is actually lettuce cups you get to make and enjoy. Finally the lobster pad Thai which is better than any other! Every dish with layers of flavor and varied textures. This restaurant is a must stop every time we are in the area.
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Clay
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food and wait staff were excellent! Highly recommend!!
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Qin
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Lobster Pad Thai is the best pad Thai I’ve ever had. Strongly recommended! Overall experience was excellent and will definitely recommend to our friends!
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Freddy
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Food was okay. Drunken noodles flavor was just okay. Pork belly curry was definitely the star dish of the night. Surprised there wasn't pad gra prow or other staple thai dishes on the menu. Service was okay. Server could have used more personality.
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Jo's Modern Thai is rated 4.7 stars by 28 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

3725 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland, CA 94619-1329

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2024
Cross street
Nearest cross street is Brown Ave.
Neighborhood
Oakland
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Thai, Asian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine

Website
https://www.josmodernthai.com/
Phone number
(510) 479-3167

Jo's Modern Thai

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What 28 people are saying

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