Welcome to Thai Lumlum Restaurant

“ Best restaurant I’ve been to in… probably years, and it’s just a little family-run place in Duncan. Fresh, absolutely delicious, clearly homemade food. The Pad Thai, Fried Rice and the chef’s twist on a yellow curry were all incredible. They actually had proper kids utensils. And almost everything under $20. Can’t recommend enough. We will stop here every time we pass through Duncan from now on! ”

“ Stopped by Duncan and noticed Thai Lum Lum had great reviews, so we decided to give it a try. The waitress, who was Thai, was super friendly! The food tasted quite authentic — we ordered Pad Thai and Khao Soi. We asked for mild spice since we don’t eat too spicy, and it was just right. The noodles in the Khao Soi were nicely cooked (not too soft) with a rich coconut flavor, and there were plenty of shrimp in the dish. The Pad Thai was flavorful and aromatic. Prices are reasonable — great value for the quality. Definitely worth a try! ”

“ What a most unexpected delight to stumble upon Thai LumLum in Duncan, of all places, a town more accustomed, perhaps, to lukewarm sandwiches than lemongrass. The spring rolls were, quite frankly, exquisite. Crisp without being oily, almost as if they’d been fried by someone with actual pride. The Tom Yum was soulful, though admittedly tamed, one suspects the local palate cannot quite withstand the full fury of Thai chilies, poor things. Still, flavourful enough to warrant a second sip, and then a third. Pad Thai is also glorious. Smoky, lively, and kissed by wok hei, a rare appearance in this region, like a Rolls Royce parked outside a Tim Hortons. The jasmine rice, while fragrant and properly steamed, did induce a brief moment of eyebrow-raising at the price. But then again, one doesn’t come to Duncan expecting Bangkok street prices, does one? The proprietor was charming in that unhurried, genuinely welcoming way that one imagines has gone extinct in metropolitan dining. The restaurant itself is petite, dare I say cozy, but never cramped, and even the lavatory was spotless, a minor miracle and a mark of seriousness. In all, a most commendable establishment. Authentic, heartfelt, and run by people who clearly care. One leaves not only full, but oddly comforted. ”