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    Cha Chaa

    4.5 (176 reviews)
    InexpensiveThai, Chinese
    Open 11:30 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    CHA CHAA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Alina V.

    Amazing place ! Love coming here and the service is so great !! The food is alwasy so delicious and fresh ! I will for sure be coming back here !

    Best Thai food in the 818! Always cooked fresh to order, owners are great people, service is always A-1! Don't miss out stop by and try for yourself. Pad see ew is my favorite though their pad Thai is the best I've had, my gf from SGV agrees it's better than any spot out there as well!

    Thai iced tea - Large
    Nick C.

    Wanted to try a new thai place local to me. Cha Chaa popped up. Solid reviews. Here's mine. I got it to-go. 20min before they closed. Friendly people. Nice chatting. Place is smaller than I thought. But still able to have a dinner there. Large Thai Tea - Not too sweet. Good tasting. I wish there was less milk / half n half and more of the tea mix. Really good though. Wonton Soup - Lots of wontons. Although not to take away from Cha Chaa I dont think theyre made in house. Broth is light and flavorful. Wontons are packed in the soup. Broccoli and cabbage are on the bottom. Good. Combination Fried Rice - Some really really good fried rice. Not the best but really good. Packed with the combo meats including shrimp, chicken, beef n pork. The box is filled up so there's a good amount. Pad see ew Beef - This was good. Not the best but not bad. It wasnt overly sweet. Which I liked. Good amount. Now the price. For 2 Large Thai Teas, Wonton Soup, Combo Fried Rice, and Pad see ew was $65 and change. I tipped $6 for a to go order. So im taking back by $72.11 Was it worth it? I'm having a difficult time processing it. I know prices are going up. Like a lot. But this was a bit on the expensive side.

    Spicy Noodles (chicken)
    Gregory G.

    This is a great place for Chinese/Thai fusion. It's a little hard to find as it's tucked away in a small plaza, on the corner of Glenoaks Bl. and Osborne St. But it's worth searching for. It's a small cozy place with just a few tables, but the customers for take out/phone in orders was non stop from the time I walked in until the time I walked out. I was fortunate to snag and eat at a table, I ended up ordering the spicy noodles and a side of pork jerky and everything was delicious. The noodles were still steaming from the wok, and the spice level was just the right amount to tickle my tongue. The pork jerky was crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. The dipping sauce made the dish pop with a good amount of heat as well. It looks like a small family owned restaurant, with only one person working the front counter and she was hustling! She did everything from, answer phone orders, rang up customers, served food to other customers inside her shop. And when there was a lull, she was prepping in the back, helping the cooks plate the next orders, refill the soy sauce and condiments, etc. This place has hard working people who are good at making delicious food. Please stop by and show your love and support for this local business.

    Eating up some pad Thai and yellow curry with a side of white rice
    Landon A.

    Cool lil spot with super good food and nice owners. It is a very homey environment with small seating but just roomy enough. Will be back for that Thai tea

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    Sabrina V.

    The food was delicious, fresh very hot! The service was so lovely and fast, would recommend & go there again.

    Pad Thai (shrimp), drunken noodles (beef)

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    Excellent low key spot, the food is very clean and well priced. We ordered won ton, beef salad, and orange chicken. Service is great!

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    The food was decent, the chow mein tasted like instant noodles but the yellow curry was decent.

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    4.4(272 reviews)
    17.4 miDowntown
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    Came for a weekday group lunch. When we sat down they only offered us the regular menu. We had to…read moreask for the lunch menu. SMH. The regular menu is quite expensive with the cheapest at $17 for appetizer and salad options and most expensive at a whooping $80. The lunch menu was more affordable but still on the pricey side $21-$32 with add on options. The waitress was taking our orders and what surprised me was with my co-worker ordered the pad see ew and the waitress asked her how spicy she wants it. I was aw shocked. I'm not a Thai food expert but I do know pad see ew is a noodles dish that's offers a sweet soy sauce flavor. Never served spicy. I didn't get to try the dish but when I asked my co worker how it taste she said it was spicy and not sweet at all. I'm not sure that was an authentic pad see ew. I ordered from the lunch menu and got the tumeric chicken, with steamed vegetables and paid extra $7 to substitute for a papaya salad. I asked for #2 spice level but it was not spicy at all. Other co workers said they asked for medium but it was way too spicy. So it looks like their spicy levels are inconsistent. I'm not sure how this restaurant can justify the prices with the quality they are serving. Probably won't be back. Service was mediocre. Didn't offer to refill our waters. Parking is metered parking or paid lot.

    I came here because I was seriously craving some mango sticky rice and this was nearby and still…read moreopen. The rice was piping hot and the mangos were sweet and soft, drizzled with a generous serving of sweet coconut milk. Personally, the rice was a bit too soft for me and the coconut milk was a tad too sweet, but it still scratched the itch I had for mango sticky rice. I went close to closing so the staff could only offer me takeout, which was fine. They were friendly both over the phone and in-person when I picked up my order. I'm only dinging it a point because of its high(er) price point. I would be down to go back again to try out their entrees next time though!

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    Super hip and cozy atmosphere to start - the dining area is nicely decorated, and the patio is…read moreinviting. But it's all about the food so how about that? It did not disappoint! My wife and I came for my birthday outing (she surprised me). Thai is always a "go to" and when we hit LA it's food time. The appetizer set the tone - crab wontons (ummmm - yeah I'm no food geography expert but I imagine they didn't originate in Thailand but who cares they rock!) My wife said probably the best she has ever had - crispy, creamy, actual crab sightings in the filling - loved it. Green curry - loaded with ingredients and aromatic and enticing. Eggplant, bamboo shoots lots of meat, veggies - and the curry underneath was loaded with flavor. Medium spice hit just right (I can handle Thai hot but I am taking it easy ok??) Drunken noodles - but an udon version? Let's try it - loved it! Again - plentiful meat, basil fragrance wafting to my nostrils, spicy sweet and savory blended sauce - fantastic. Verdict? Solid 5 on all hands. Service, ambience, food, value... You won't be sorry.

    Food was delicious! And they have free parking!…read more HHH Sampler platter: 7/10 Dont waste your time, just get the chicken satay. Pork jerky: 10/10 Perfectly fatty and sugary and tender. Drunken Udon/ 11/10 Get it with the crispy pork! You won't regret it. Pad Thai: 7/10 Kind of lacked flavor and beef was dry. Penang Curry: 9/10 Super flavorful and creamy with coconut milk! Also highly recommend. Lots of meat too! Nice outdoor patio and indoor dining.

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    4.1(166 reviews)
    16.3 miWestlake
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    Ambience: I came a Friday after work and it was not busy at all. I enjoyed it. The elderly woman…read morerunning the front (Tang) was sweet, inviting and welcoming in a genuine way. I felt like I came to eat and my mom's house. They take Debit Card and Apple Pay WITH a pin only. I forgot my wallet and paid with Apple Pay. It did not have a place for tip which made me feel awful. At the end I apologized and she was like "it's ok, next time." And she was genuinely fine with it. She reassured me not to worry about it. So I'm determined to come back to tip her because if anybody deserved a tip it was her. I ordered Pad Thai with tofu- I like to order peanut sauce on the side and the woman found it interesting and struck a non judgmental conversion about it. I could really tell she was genuinely curious. This was my favorite dish. It was good. I also ordered spicy fried rice with tofu and spicy panang curry with vegetables. I chose 4 out of a 6 for spicy and it was not spicy at all for me. The rice was fine, nothing extraordinary and nothing bad. The panang curry was yummy. I don't know if it's regional but it was very light in taste and light in thickness. BUT I enjoyed it for what it was. Felt like I had gotten home made chicken soup or something like that comforting and not overly processed. Maybe it's because I ordered it with no protein and just vegetables. I ordered a lot of food so I explained to her that I was going to eat some and take the rest to go. When she brought the food she brought it nicely packed without a bag. She also brought me a real plate and utensils to eat here. She let me know that when I was ready she'd bring a bag which I thought was thoughtful. She also made sure to say "take your time, no need to rush. We close at 8" and it was 5pm. Again, it felt genuinely nurturing, she wanted to make sure I felt taken care of and welcomed. It meant a lot because I was frazzled from forgetting my wallet and from having a hard day at work. This was my first time here and it won't be my last. There is a small lot on site. Prices were very reasonable.

    We love this place. Pad Seeuw, Pad Thai and Orange Shrimp with Steamed Rice will definitely keep…read moreyou going back ag as in and again. 100,000 stars!

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    Thai Food Express - The view from my seat. The kitchen and counter for ordering and paying are in front of me.

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    4.3(1.3k reviews)
    16.8 miDowntown
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    Locally owned & operated
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    Amazing food. Never disappointed. Love the sustainable packaging on most items. I will continue to…read morebuy their food. Me and my 3 kids LOVE it!!!!

    Twelve years ago, I fell in love with Au Lac and wrote a glowing review. Living on LA's Westside, I…read morerarely make it to Downtown, so today was my first visit back since then. I can't believe it's been 12 years--and I'm so happy to say it was every bit as incredible as I remembered. My friend and I came for lunch. I ordered the vegetable pho, and she had the curry rice. Both dishes were absolutely delicious--fresh, flavorful, comforting, and beautifully prepared. Honestly, I wish we had more time because we had another appointment downtown. I would have loved to try more dishes and definitely dessert! Our server was wonderful--friendly, attentive, and incredibly professional. He checked on us at just the right moments without ever feeling intrusive. The service was as impressive as the food. The restaurant has such a warm, relaxing atmosphere. I especially loved the beautiful ceramic water cups with bird designs--they were so unique and charming. Even the water tasted wonderful! I'm thrilled that Au Lac is still thriving after all these years. If anything, the food tasted even better than I remembered. I certainly won't wait another 12 years before coming back. In fact, I was so impressed that I convinced my husband to come with me next Saturday for dinner! I've tried many vegan restaurants over the years, and Au Lac remains my absolute favorite. My favorite on the Westside is Variable Café, but if you're willing to drive a little farther, Au Lac is on another level. I can't recommend this restaurant highly enough. Whether you're vegan or not, this place is truly outstanding. Five stars without hesitation!

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    4.0(947 reviews)
    15.3 miEcho Park
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    Ambiance is really unique and surprisingly cozy despite the summer heat, service was friendly, and…read morethe Panang fries were really really good!

    i love mangos. i love rice. and i love spiking my blood sugar. this is why thai food is my favorite…read morecuisine. yet i've got my whole panang curry, pad see ew, and tom yum obsessions WITHOUT EVER TRYING MANGO STICKY RICH. granted, i'm always WAY TOO FULL to order dessert. they do NOT skimp on portions at thai restaurants the hospitality is unreal. but this is unacceptable some mango is my fav fruit. i got an ube mango sticky rice at a food festival one time, but it was cold and pretty standard... that was my only impression of it. NOW FLASH BACK TO HERE. i to echo park only seeking dessert and my friend SHOVED ME over to this tiny cute little establishment. little did i know my upcoming flavor explosion. the sticky rice was WARM, coconutty, sweet and absolutely melted in your mouth while still holding firm, not necessarily mushy. i almost shed a tear. it was STEAMING. and the condensed milk drizzled on top went above and beyond... it was definitely coconut that added just another level of tropical warmth ugh. and those MANGOS??? GIRL ITS APRIL, NOT SUMMER??? yet they were the sweetest, softest, most decadent mangos on planet earth. with that bit of mint, every bite had me in ecstasy... and a food coma. THIS is mango sticky rice. and i WILL be back. also, tell me why i just sat down next to Ian from Smosh. that man's been loving thai food since youtube's inception... and obviously he has impeccable taste *fangirls*

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    4.4(894 reviews)
    14.3 miSilver Lake
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    This is one of my favorite restaurants in Silver Lake area to bring my family to. They have outdoor…read moreseating and are dog-friendly, which is perfect for me because I usually come with my child in a stroller and my dog. I love sitting outside, especially in the evening when the weather is pleasant and the atmosphere is relaxing. Most importantly, the food here is bold, authentic, and packed with flavor. Every time I visit, I order the fried chicken wings, pork jerky , som tam (papaya salad), and a spicy soup called Tom Saap. These dishes always remind me of my trips to Thailand. This is definitely a restaurant I would highly recommend, whether you're looking for great Thai food, a family-friendly spot, or a place where you can enjoy a meal with your dog.

    I tried eating there and was told to use the QR code menus. My guest and I didn't have any cell…read moreservice (Verizon) and saw other guests struggling to connect. We asked for a paper menu and were told it's not updated and the waitress walked away. We asked if they had WiFi and the waitress said we could try and said the password was something on the menu with no spaces and walked away again. We couldn't connect to WiFi and had no way of knowing what food was available. Very strange experience. There was one big table of people and one or two other small groups. It wasn't very busy. I genuinely felt like they did not want me there and that I was inconveniencing the staff. We just walked out.

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