I had such a special experience here. I had been wanting…read morePeruvian food all weekend and decided to walk over to this place. I'm so happy I did, Rafael the owner was inside by himself and from the moment we met him, you could see how much he has a passion for his restaurant. It's a very small shop, but there is some tables outside for seating with a direct view of the ocean. This little gingerbread alleyway is adorable and a tiny little hidden gem in Venice. I tried the classic ceviche, and it was literally perfect. He put such care into making it and it is an art.. he really does it quite well making sure the Leche de Tigre is fully flavored, and that all of the ingredients are immersed in it, and the fish is so fresh - sea bass actually. He even sat down with us and told us his story, which is really moving and gives you another reason to appreciate this great small business.

We were hosting cousins that were interested in sightseeing in LA for a one-day layover. As we…read morecruised around Venice, we found a PERUVIAN FOOD business tucked away in a brick structure of little businesses. We were warmly greeted by the owner, who seated and welcomed us, and handed us menus and took our order--for our group of eight adults, one hour before close. We each got bowls. I went with the Asian Bowl, others went with the Ceviche or Lomo bowls, and all the bowls looked good and everyone enjoyed their food. We appreciated the warm service and the love we could all taste in the food. What a great little option to have on the Venice beach boardwalk. REAL FOOD. And something other than the typical options is always something worth trying, supporting and encouraging. 5 stars!

Came here late night craving some delicious thai food. I was very excited to try this place out…read morebecause when I looked at their menu, I saw they had authentic type dishes that you could find locally in Thailand. Pad Thai 5/5 - This is exactly what authentic Pad Thai tastes like and I was not disappointed at all. I really enjoyed this. Chicken Satay 5/5 - Obviously can't go wrong with chicken skewers, but the amount they give you and the size of it definitely made it worth it. The peanut sauce and veggies on the side also elevated the dish. Spicy Beef Salad 3/5 - I was a little disappointed with this one because the beef was very chewy and hard to eat. Other than that, the flavors, the amount of beef, and the spice was perfect. I would've liked it if the beef was a bit more tender to eat.

Less than one star absolutely nasty. Please do not go…read morehere... I looked into the kitchen and it was so dirty from the door going to the outside. I can't even believe I ate food from this place --gross and nasty.

Ambiance was amazing! My boyfriend and I were in town from NorCal just for the night. After an…read moreevening at the beach, we got hungry but realized a lot of places were closing soon and we didn't want to feel rushed. We found this spot and decided to try it out. Food felt very authentic and the vibes even more. It's a cozy fit, so don't expect to have a crazy large group. But it worked perfect for the two of us. Will definitely come back whenever we're in town.

I love thai food and wanted to try something new. POOM Thai Cuisine caught my attention because of…read moreits cozy vibe and all the plants throughout the restaurant. We had actually been here once before back in January 2020 so returning again in January 2026 felt a little surreal. Atmosphere The restaurant is very small and intimate, with lots of plants that give it a cozy feel. Years ago, they had a visible fish tank that added charm, but now it's tinted black, so you can't see the fish anymore. It still feels warm and inviting, though some plants looked less full than before. They're open late (until 1 a.m.), which is a big plus. Food We tried several dishes: Sweet & Sour Seafood Soup, it looks spicy but actually isn't. It had lots of mushrooms and was surprisingly good. Coconut Seafood Soup (Chowder), creamy, comforting, and unexpectedly delicious, especially if you enjoy coconut-based soups. Wontons, simple but excellent; the dipping sauce was especially good. Chow Mein (Beef), the noodles were different from what we usually get, but still tasty and enjoyable. Beef with Broccoli & Combination Fried Rice. Both solid and flavorful. The soups now come in regular bowls instead of the heated metal pot they used to serve before, which looked nicer but didn't change the taste. The soup portions are large, and they were happy to provide small bowls so we could share. Kid-Friendly Notes My 11-year-old son loved everything except the soups. He didn't like the broth itself but did enjoy the fish inside them. Service There was only one person serving, possibly the owner. He was polite and attentive bringing water without us asking but since he was handling dine-in, phone orders, and pickups alone, there was a bit of a wait when we wanted to order more food. Parking There's no dedicated parking lot. Street parking can be tricky due to restrictions, but since we went around 10 p.m., we were able to park right in front without issues. Pricing Prices felt standard for a sit-down restaurant. Soups were close to $20. I didn't focus too much on prices this visit, but I took photos of the full menu for reference.

10/10 we got the crab fried rice, chow meng, and coconut shrimp(my fave) and the Tom Kay sea food…read moresooo, so worth it! Mat was so amazing and such a sweet server.

The waitress was super rude! I asked for a napkin and she…read moresaid "I already gave you one". And the whole time she didn't smile. Then she closed the blinds to rush us while we were eating, looking at us, between her and the Chef! We just moved two blocks away from this restaurant and we're planning to go a lot because we love Thai food, but with this terrible customer service, we will just eat a lot at a different Thai restaurant in our Venice area! They lost a permanent customer family!

Everything was great. Good service and food. First time here.very good. I was looking for a new…read moreThai . Service was fantastic

I previously ordered the Pad Thai from here on DoorDash, and I absolutely hated it. I decided to…read moregive them another chance in person, thinking maybe in-house would be better, but it was just as horrible. It is incredibly frustrating because a restaurant should have consistency, but the food is simply not good in either option. This dish barely earns a C- rating. On top of the awful food, the dining area has a very small, to me, cramped atmosphere, and the service was incredibly slow throughout the entire visit. A restaurant needs consistency between its takeout and dine-in experiences to keep customers coming back, but unfortunately, this place misses the mark on both fronts. I really wanted to see an improvement today, but the combination of terrible food, tight seating, and lagging service means I won't be returning.

Best Khao Soi I've had in the states. They also have many other dishes that are very good to great…read more Nice outdoor setting. I have to give them 4 stars because of service. While the server was very friendly they were understaffed and service is slooow. I tend to like to eat fast and finish my meals quickly, so that is partly a me problem, but my brother also feels the same way. I would love to bump this up to five stars if they were able to increase their service staff just a little. Also, they are very cheap with napkins.

The food was simply sumptuous. Every single flavor was spot on and beautifully melding together to…read morecreate a symphony of decadent flavors The entire space is outdoor eating. Perfect retreat space after a hot day at the beach. Every dish delivered as images display and gorgeously plated for any fine diner to enjoy. Staff and service are polite, super respectful and efficient in every way. This place is worth every single penny and a hefty tip.

A solid fast chinese food restaurant. Portions are large, food is tasty and not too americanized…read more The fried rice was a little too dry for my liking though. They also have a separate fried chicken menu. Theres a small dining area with table and bar type seating. Overall, clean and bright inside. Service was good too. Fast as expected but also nice and friendly. For the price, taste and amount of food, its a must try.

My daughter and I came across this place because it shares the same name as the Chinatown Express…read moreback home in Altadena. Unlike the Altadena setup where Chinatown Express and Louisiana Fried Chicken are separate joints, here they're combined in one spot. Expecting the same food quality we get in the 'Dena, we were pretty disappointed. Ultimately, it wasn't a good value for what we paid. The food was mid--honestly, Panda Express is better (and gives you two entrees with a base), and you can definitely find better orange chicken in the freezer aisle at Trader Joe's. I got the 1-item combo with Orange Chicken over fried rice and chow mein, which was possibly the worst American-Chinese food I've eaten. The fried rice was dry, and the dishes lacked flavor and seasoning, though the portion sizes were decent. My daughter got an orange chicken bowl over fried rice and felt the same way. She didn't finish much of her food. Very casual and a bit dingy inside, with a small dining area featuring basic tables and bar-style seating. There's a parking lot out front that feels a little shady--not necessarily dangerous, but definitely a place where you want to keep your head on a swivel. The service was the one bright spot. It was fast, as you'd expect for this type of spot, and the staff was surprisingly nice and friendly.

The name seems fitting enough. Let me explain. I'm of the opinion that food in Venice Beach…read moregenerally sucks. And sometimes you just want tacos. Please. Tacos, por favor. Every restaurant in Venice is grimy, tourist-ridden, overpriced, vegan or just plain average. You can drive 10 minutes inland and find better. Your wallet will thank you. Your taste buds will thank you. Tacos por favor is pretty much the take-out Mexican spot you grew up going to (often out of convenience). It's Thursday night and Mom doesn't feel like cooking. Or it's lunch, and you and your broke high school friends have each scraped together $5 change for a burrito. These types of restaurants always exist better in our memories, they make us sentimental, they remind us of a simpler time when all that mattered was who had the latest video game, or who's house you could chill at, or wether you had a bike or skateboard to get around town. A few years later topics shifted to booze or weed, and eventually: chicks. All throughout, some things never change, and that's a preferred taco spot, which you cling to the way you would a favorite sports team, a religion or treasured family heirloom. There's another taco spot across town that may be better, but you would never admit that to anyone, not even yourself. As we age, these types of affiliations become a thing of the past. We move to new cities, and with that, the chance to re-invent ourselves. We try different foods. A $20 chicken combo plate from Erewhon? A salad pizza from Abott's Pizza? A late-night chicken Gyro? Like a tortilla chip left out in the sun, the novelty of new foods grows stale, albeit still salty. We crave comfort, we crave what we know, we crave the foods that remind us of home. Sometimes, we feel lost. Los Angeles beats us down, leaving us wandering the boardwalk like bitter, weakened versions of our former selves. Everyone in Venice seems to have a cure. Have you tried an astrology reading? Hot-boxing your house with sage? Palm readings? Weekend yoga retreats? Raw water? Adaptogen-infused smoothies? If you have half a brain and a penchant for seasoned meats, head on over to Tacos Por Favor.

Food safety is so important these days so you can imagine my surprise when I mention a simple…read moreoversight to their personnel about securing their food for delivery so that drivers cannot "dip into it" as well as making it secure for drivers to pick up without the bag opening up and the food falling to the ground is met with resistance. "Hoda" saw things differently -- she would not secure bags as every single other restaurant in the country does. No, she would be a rebel and leave those bags loosely tied, inviting drivers to help themselves to whatever was inside. And if food happened to fall out of the bag onto the ground after pickup? Well, it's the driver's responsibility after pickup so more than likely, the food goes back into the bag. Anyone who cares so little about food security should not be working in food service. It makes me wonder what ELSE she doesn't care about...