Bite of the week: Tuk Tuks' sweet orange chicken
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Tuk Tuks' orange chicken. Photo: Kim Bojórquez/Axios
This week I knew I had to head to Tuk Tuks — the newest Thai restaurant in Marmalade (my neighborhood).
What I tried: A friend and I ordered chicken tom yum ($8), Thai chicken wings ($12) and orange chicken ($16).
- The soup and candied orange chicken dish delivered nectarous, sour and spicy flavors. (Servers ask for your preferred heat level on a 1-5 scale.)
- The standout dish for me was the chicken wing appetizer covered in a crunchy coating and served with a sweet and savory sauce.
- I washed it down with the restaurant's sweet Thai iced tea ($6).
Between the lines: With locations in West Valley City and Draper, this is the chain's first location in Salt Lake City.
The big picture: I was pleasantly surprised with the large portion sizes, especially with restaurants facing inflation and rising food costs.
The vibe: I was a fan of the small eatery's low lighting and floral decorations adorning the ceiling.
The bottom line: With neighbors like Shinobi Sushi Bar & Grill and Marmalade Brunch House, Tuk Tuks complements the neighborhood's growing food scene.