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

Jo's Modern Thai

4.7
4.7
53 Reviews
$31 to $50
Thai

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
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.

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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Delivery & takeout
  • 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 53 people are saying

Jo's Modern Thai reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Thai

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Jo's Modern Thai offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing service" and a creative twist on Thai cuisine. Known for its standout dishes like the lobster pad Thai, coconut cakes, and massaman curry, the restaurant boasts a vibrant atmosphere and attentive staff. While some dishes can be inconsistent, the overall experience is "a flavor explosion" with an inviting ambiance.
53 Reviews
  1. Bonnie

    San Francisco9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my second review, I just reviewed for you you sent me two

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  2. donna VIP

    San Francisco18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great Oakland restaurant week menu to introduce us to this terrific restaurant! Enjoyed a superb meal and had leftovers for another day!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely experience all around! Food excellent and amazing service. Will be back again!

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  4. Maureen VIP

    Tampa33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is so uniquely delicious with multiple layers of flavors -always a flavor explosion in your mouth! We eat here every time we're in town and it never gets old. Service and vibe are great.

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  5. OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The Oakland restaurant week menu requires everyone to participate and not a good value. We were told the brisket was out. Curry portions are generous. Pad Thai came with small lobster tail and eggplant is small portion.

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  6. suzanne

    San Francisco5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    First time at this restaurant and really enjoyed it. Welcoming staff, knowledgable server, collaborative team kept our table tidy in between courses. Food was great, we had drunken noodles, lobster, and pork shoulder dishes. Mango rice pudding dessert was unique and delicious. Wish they had an NA beer on the menu, or diet coke.

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  7. LaurenB

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10 service!!! The staff was absolutely incredible! Good was great but fairly pricey. We will definitely go back for special occasions.

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  8. Liss

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to celebrate a birthday and the experience could not have been better. The hostess was friendly and welcoming. At our table was a birthday card! The service was friendly and knowledgeable about the dishes with great recommendations . Thank you Pisani. Menu has something for everyone. Our favorite of the night was the Massaman Curry, delicious. Recommended by our server! Thank you!

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  9. Ramona

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had gone there before but when they changed hands I wasn't sure it was going to be the same but it was and I love it. Glad they're back open. Go there great for and ambience for reasonable prices.

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  10. Cynthia VIP

    San Francisco109 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our third time at Jo's Modern Thai. Every time we've been treated to creative, tasty food. Don't miss the coconut cakes and the lobster pad Thai. Cocktails are delicious too -- creative but not overly sweet. Service was excellent. If you want a quieter experience, I recommend the back patio -- it was perfectly warm on a February evening with the heater on.

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Jo's Modern Thai is rated 4.7 stars by 53 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
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.
  • 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
  • Delivery & takeout
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