R E S T A U R A N T
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Welcome to Bodhi Thai Dining
Bodhi Thai Dining is Lexington’s premier fine dining restaurant conveniently located in the heart of downtown. Housed in a historic bank, originally constructed in 1912, operated as the Bank of Western Carolina, also known as Lexington State Bank after 1966. Starting in 2015, the transformation began. We have tried to preserve the historic features of the building, featuring the original vault. Chef Nivit took it upon himself to truly create, not only the dishes, but also the atmosphere itself.
Chef Nivit Tipvaree, a native from Nakhon Sawan, Thailand, studied Hotel, Restaurant, Tourism Management at the University of South Carolina and later changed his focus from the "service" side of the industry to the kitchen. He graduated from the International Culinary School of the Arts Institute of Charlotte, North Carolina. Chef Nivit wears many culinary hats. His expertise as a Thai, Sushi, and French culinary Chef provides a broad base for his beautiful and delicious culinary dishes. Over the past several years he has received awards participating in culinary competitions. Chef Nivit treats cooking as an opportunity to create art on multiple levels including tastes, texture, and appearance.
Chef Nivit's dream is now a reality and Bodhi Thai Dining has come into existence for a taste of real "Thai" with a modern flare.
M I S S I O N​
Bodhi Thai Dining provides outstanding cuisine based on quality, experience, and value through:
Exotic world class cuisine that is authentic, fresh and cutting edge presented in a “Modern Thai” style.
Elegant modern atmosphere where patrons can relax and enjoy a remarkable fine dining experience and can leave impressed.​
Excellent standards for our patrons through impeccable service by demonstrating professionalism, efficiency, knowledge, and integrity through our work; for our employees, the provision of excellent tools and training to become the best they can become in a professional, friendly, and co-operative environment.