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Jo's Modern Thai, Oakland, CA
Award-winning

Jo's Modern Thai

4.7
4.7
28 Reviews
$31 to $50
Thai

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2 people
19:00
Booked 11 times today
  • Neighbourhood 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 areas

Additional information

  • 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

Menu

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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

Diners' Choice Awards

  • 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

  1. 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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  2. Matthew

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 December 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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  3. Erin

    VIP

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 9 December 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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  4. Nathalie

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 December 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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  5. Clay

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 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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  6. Robert

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 November 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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  7. Maureen

    VIP

    Tampa

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 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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  8. Clay

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 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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  9. Qin

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 November 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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  10. Freddy

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 October 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.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 11 times today

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Google Map for Jo's Modern Thai

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.
  • Area
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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