Restaurant

Song (by Kin Kao)

Name: Song (by Kin Kao)
Address: 317 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V5T 1W5, CA
Telephone: (604) 568-0400
Price range: $$$$

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BIB GOURMAND

Song (by Kin Kao) is one of the best thai restaurants in Vancouver for wine bar, especially if you want a strong option in Vancouver.

Song (by Kin Kao) holds a Michelin Bib Gourmand — recognition that points not to extravagance but to cooking that justifies its place at the table.

Editorial review updated•Jul 28, 2026

Song (by Kin Kao) holds a Michelin Bib Gourmand — recognition that points not to extravagance but to cooking that justifies its place at the table. The room, designed by Scott & Scott, is by all accounts a deliberate one: warm proportions, considered lighting, contemporary Thai art that suggests someone thought carefully about context before the menu was ever printed. This is a space reported to feel built around the food rather than decorated after the fact, which is rarer than it should be. The kitchen's reputation is rooted in Terrence Feng's years developing relationships at sister restaurant Kin Kao on Commercial Drive, and that accumulated foundation appears to shape what Song puts forward. The lemongrass wings are consistently cited as a standout — properly fried rather than merely sauced, with the aromatics doing real work. The northern Thai laab is described by regular diners as rich and carefully considered, a dish that reflects regional specificity rather than a pan-Thai shorthand. The Pad Thai carries enough of a reputation — Michelin-flagged as among the city's best — that the claim reads as earned rather than promotional. The crab fried rice rounds out a menu that, by most accounts, stays focused and resists the temptation to sprawl. The natural wine list, ranging from British Columbia to Slovakia, is reported to show genuine curiosity without leaning into affectation. What distinguishes Song, based on its record, is the apparent refusal to choose between aesthetic seriousness and culinary ambition — a combination that tends to tip one way or the other in Vancouver's Thai dining landscape. Reservations are strongly advised. Prioritise the lemongrass wings, the laab, and ask what's available by the glass on the natural wine list.

James Whitfield, Restaurant Critic

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Taste Score 7.9/10

Rating (Google) 8.8

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Google 8.8 from 622 reviews

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BIB GOURMAND

Best for

Wine Bar and Cocktail Bar

Price and pace

Splurge territory | Check restaurant site

Neighborhood

Vancouver | 317 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5T 1W5, Canada

Hours

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Price

Splurge territory

Taste Score

7.9/10

Phone

(604) 568-0400

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“Song stands apart as the only selection here with independent Michelin recognition.”

Dish highlight

Lemongrass wings

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Song (by Kin Kao) menu: what to order

Start with the dishes below, drawn from the restaurant details and TastyPals notes available on this page. Song (by Kin Kao) is listed in the Splurge territory price range. Menus, availability, and prices can change, so confirm current details before visiting.

Lemongrass wings

Northern Thai laab

Pad Thai

Crab Fried Rice

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What makes Song (by Kin Kao) worth the move

Song (by Kin Kao) is a reliable thai choice in Vancouver when you want something that tends to land well. Lemongrass wings and Northern Thai laab also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 622 Google reviews.

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8.8 from 622 Google reviews

Best for

Wine Bar and Cocktail Bar

Style

Thai in Vancouver

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Splurge territory | Check restaurant site

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Wine Bar Cocktail Bar Fine Dining

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Google rating: 8.8 from 622 reviews

Popular dishes: Lemongrass wings, Northern Thai laab, Pad Thai

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8.8 from 622 reviews

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Address: 317 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5T 1W5, Canada
Phone: (604) 568-0400
Price: $$$$
TastyPals score: 7.9/10
Hours: Check restaurant site
Google rating: 8.8 (622 reviews)
Cuisine: Thai
Michelin: BIB GOURMAND
Neighborhood: Vancouver

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What cuisine does Song (by Kin Kao) serve?

Song (by Kin Kao) is a Thai restaurant located in Vancouver, Vancouver. Song (by Kin Kao) holds a Michelin Bib Gourmand — recognition that points not to extravagance but to cooking that justifies its place at the table.

What is Song (by Kin Kao) best for?

Song (by Kin Kao) is best for wine bar, cocktail bar, fine dining. Song (by Kin Kao) is a reliable thai choice in Vancouver when you want something that tends to land well. Lemongrass wings and Northern Thai laab also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 622 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Song (by Kin Kao)?

Song (by Kin Kao) is in the Splurge territory price range ($$$$). Google rating: 8.8 from 622 reviews

What should I order at Song (by Kin Kao)?

Start with Lemongrass wings, Northern Thai laab, Pad Thai and Crab Fried Rice. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is Song (by Kin Kao) worth visiting?

Song (by Kin Kao) holds a 8.8 Google rating from 622 reviews. Song (by Kin Kao) is a reliable thai choice in Vancouver when you want something that tends to land well. Lemongrass wings and Northern Thai laab also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 622 Google reviews.

Where is Song (by Kin Kao) located?

Song (by Kin Kao) is located at 317 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5T 1W5, Canada. Directions are available via Google Maps.

What are Song (by Kin Kao)'s hours?

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