Dined at Etc Bar x Thaizakaya on our way home from San Diego and so glad we discovered this place and caught them before happy hour ended! Their happy hour deal was such a steal, we left the restaurant completely full. Sadly I can't remember the exact price of their happy hour deal but I just remember it's worth your money. I mean, look at our spread. Everything was so tasty too. The mentaiko pasta had uni and the combo also came with a premium Handroll which was uni & toro. Their sister restaurant is the Thai restaurant next door and that restaurant seemed to stay busy the whole time. When we were leaving around 6pm, there was a line out the door. Service was great and they were kind enough to let us order dessert from their sister restaurant. The mango was perfectly ripe and sweet and the sticky rice was cooked well. Only thing is we sat outside because we had our dog and as the restaurant is right next to a highway+there's an airport close by, it was big loud with the highway noise plus planes flying over. But ofc this wouldn't be an issue if you sat inside or the tables away from the road. Wish they had a location in LA! But will definitely be going back when we're in the area again. read more

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This was an interesting experience. It was thai and Japanese cuisine fusion. I understand the concept, and the execution was on point. The green curry rice w/steak and prawn was fantastic. I also enjoyed corn and pork jowl as well. The presentation was great and beautifully done. I will have to say this is a personal preference. What I would like to see are more communal dishes where the portions are presented as shareable. In addition, the prices were a bit high. I could justify it if the ambiance were slightly elevated. Given that they are trying their best with the space. Ultimately, it was worth trying, and I would say this restaurant is more for small groups or couples. read more

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Tangy Salmon: 10/10 Tom Kha Crudo: 10/10 Pork Jowl: 10/10 Uni nigiri: 10/10, very creamy Midori Amaebi: 8/10, green sauce was delicious and sweet shrimp was very fresh Na'an Kha Todd: 8/10 Isaan Hamachi Collar: 7.5/10 Ceviche: 6/10 Salmon garlic chili: 5/10, it was fine but not unique Ebi-rin do: 3/10, too sweet read more

Definitely stop by and give this place a try! I've driven by this place so many times and decided to give it a try. Made a reservation via yelp and it was go time. Ordered the crudo, ochazuke and the "what the duck" and all was absolutely delicious! All the dishes wwas on point. My fav was the "what the duck". I will definitely be back to give their other dishes a try. Also tried 2 cocktails and both were delightful and refreshing. On of the the cocktails that I ordered was name something in Tokyo which was my fav out of the 2. Staff were helpful on recommendations and were nice. The restaurant isn't too big but is quaint. Give this place a try if you're in the area or looking for a new place to try out! read more

Etc Bar X Thaizakaya - What the duck! - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Really like Hanuman thai's sister restaurant. Unlike HT, they do allow reservations. They're also super busy even on weekdays so reservations recommended. Free lot parking. Even with reservation we were sat around 20 mins after checking in. The staff is really nice and checks in multiple times to communicate delays or even walk you through the food. This is mostly for people who are not vegan or vegetarian with egg aversion or restrictions. There is one/two entree's that they may agree to make vegetarian but it uses egg noodles and fish sauce or broths. We tried edamame, the deconstructed khao soi sommen, and salmon. All of it was nice. Would like to be back someday to try the drinks. read more

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Came here on a Wednesday night. Order some cocktails, not spectacular Food Dozen oysters -tried all three they had none were really sweet or creamy, the condiments that came with it (lime/jam/green sauce / fried onions) didn't really pair well Brussels sprouts -winner in appetizer perfectly backed and sliced good flavor Yellow tail with coconut base - too sweet Duck curry -too sweeet, wish the duck was more roasted , tasted more boiled / overhyped Soft shell crab bento - different flavor profiles nothing great Pork jowl - simple very good . Winner for the night Staff was great A bit more pricey 2 rounds of drinks and food for 4 was $350 another down side read more

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Service is good just like hanuman. They give like a granita dessert for special occasion. Relatively small space and the whole staff does sing for u happy birthday with a funny mix. The corn appetizer was yummy with good flavor, beef teriyaki had decent tender pieces. Opted for a nonalcoholic tamarind drink and i actually quite liked the tamarind syrup, but it did need to be mixed and kind of drunken with the rim for the full experience. The duck curry had grapes in it LOL but the sauce is actually really yummy and slightly spicy. Duck didn't have too much flavor but was tender. The servers kept asking if we wanted to order more rice, but the steak dish also comes with its own flavored rice. Same with the prawn and steak, i feel like there wasnt too strong of a protein flavor, but the sauces make up for it. Overall, the chef here excellent in the sauces they make for the dishes, i think flavor composition wise it was balanced rather than satiating/heavy. Id recommend for anyone looking for a well rounded food experience as the dishes are quite pleasing to the eye read more

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This is the sister restaurant to Hanuman, which is seriously my favorite Thai restaurant in the world, so I was super excited to make a visit here! It's located right next to Hanuman and you can actually order from both restaurant menus here which is good to know if there's a long line at Hanuman! We only ordered one dish from the Etc Bar menu and the rest off the Hanuman one, but the dish we did try from here was super good! What the duck comes with a super flavorful red curry, perfectly cooked duck, and lychee and grapes which I thought was really unique. All of the components of the dish worked well together, and I also really liked the rice it came with for some reason haha I'm not sure what made it so good. The duck reminded me of Korean bossam, but it definitely had a good duck flavor and they give you a good portion of it. The fruit in it was unfamiliar at first, but we ended up really liking it actually- provided a sweetness and freshness to the dish. I'll be back to try more of the menu here! Wish we could've tried more today but we saw that we could order Hanuman dishes here and just couldn't resist haha. read more

Etc Bar X Thaizakaya - what the duck - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

As I am sitting here, I am noticing something's that are odd. The menu items do not match with the pictures. There is another Thai restaurant 2 doors down. Also a waitress is folding napkins. She dropped a napkin and picked it up and proceeded to fold and stack. I really want to get up and leave but I don't want to be rude. I haven't gotten my food yet. I'm contemplating canceling really bad. What a predicament. read more

The interior was kind of cramped. The food here was delicious, but we felt like the portions were a bit small. It was also a bit expensive, but it was a good experience. read more

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Wow Thaizakaya blows my mind every time. I've been here 3x and the food is consistently fire. The duck curry is soooo so good - obsessed w the grapes in there the flavors round out so beautifully. After living near Thai town in la for 4 yrs, I will say Thaizakaya deserves much more hype. A 10/10 rarely pops up in OC and when it does it absolutely needs its flowers. Love the concept & small plates - will continue to bring friends & family here. Haven't tried the drinks yet but they look delish! read more

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This restaurant has phenomenal, well executed Thai Japanese fusion food, with flavors more leaning towards Thai. We went on a Friday night and waiting about 20 minutes. My favorite dish was the Midori amaebi (sweet shrimp) and the what the duck, though every dish was a hit. Finishing off the meal with the yuzu granita was very refreshing and a perfect way to end the meal. read more

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So excited to have found this place! I loved everything I got there. It was an amazing ambiance perfect for date nights. Cocktail menu is extensive and unique I really enjoyed my drink and cannot wait to get more! Standout dishes: uni mentaiko pasta! 10/5! I loved the mixture of creamy seafood udon! Truffle fries are always a must and was standard I think it could've been a little bit stronger on the truffle 3.5/5 Pork jowl 5/5 soft and delicious! Loved the sauce with Soft shell crab: 4/5! Crispy and soft at the same time Duck curry: 3.5/5 good but was expecting a little bit more Yellowtail tom kha carpaccio: 5/5 loved the tom kha sauce and fresh slices of sashimi would definitely get again read more

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I was craving izakaya food and came across this fusion place. The reviews and pictures looked promising. I really enjoyed the experience overall but giving it a 4 because I thought everything was a little too sweet. The crudo, curry, and even the pork jowl just had a little bit too much sugar in it. Just felt like a savory dessert. I don't like sweet meals but I know most do. I wish the curry wasn't like syrup because it had a right flavor I wanted to inhale with rice but the sweetness was too much. The service was great and the servers were attentive. The inside was packed but we luckily got on the yelp wait list relatively early. read more

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NOTE: Dined in on 4/25/2026. Take advantage of using the Yelp waitlist and be aware that the parking lot can get packed during peak hours since people are also flocking to Hanuman next door. I actually used to eat at Etc pretty often, so I was surprised to see that it had turned into a "Thaizakaya" thanks to the takeover by Hanuman. Hanuman is one of the most popular Thai restaurants in all of OC and while I personally think it's good, I prefer some spots up in LA over it. That being said, when they reopened Etc with a Thai/Japanese fusion menu, I couldn't help but be intrigued. Here's what we got: Spicy tuna on crispy rice - Love that there's an option to get just one piece, because sometimes you don't want to commit to two! Plus you can try one of these and one salmon mayo on crispy rice. No complaints - exterior of the rice had a good crunch without sticking to your teeth. Inside the rice had a decent texture, although I prefer a bit more separation inside rather than a more solid block. Spicy tuna itself was average. I like a bit more of a bite to my spicy tuna or bounce. Salmon mayo on crispy rice - I enjoyed this more than the spicy tuna, mostly because the salmon was delicious and had that nice satisfying bite to it that comes from a little bit of aging. I would still recommend trying one of each to see which one crispy rice you enjoy more :) Hamachi collar - too small of a portion and not a lot of meat on it for the price. The flavors were good and it was cooked well, but I wouldn't order it again. Little spoiled from being able to buy this and grill it at home. Kani Kare - served like a bento box, this dish had really tasty individual components, but since the flavors of each compartment were so strong, they would overpower one another if you tried to eat them together. Comes with super flavorful curry infused rice, the crab with this spicy dipping sauce (reminds me of the sauce they give with salt cod fried rice), silky "ommu" scrambled eggs (like the kind used for omurice), and seaweed salad. We ended up eating just one thing at a time per bite and it was still good. What the duck - pretty sure it's red curry and includes okra, grapes, lychee, tomatoes, and of course... the duck. The fruit was a nice touch to cut through the richness and fattiness of the duck. It was cooked perfectly BUT the skin was not crispy! That's my only knock against it, because the meat inside was super tender and on the bright side, the skin wasn't tough or chewy. It just didn't have that crisp to it that I would prefer. Still probably the best item we tried, and I would come back for this. Overall, etc is serving up some pretty good food, but I'll say that I ordered dishes that didn't really showcase the "fusion" aspect of things. I either ordered dishes that are Japanese or Thai. I'll definitely come back to evaluate whether the dishes that incorporate elements from both cuisines are worth it. read more

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Had the most incredible experience a few weeks back at Etc! Great tasting food and amazing service!! Ploy was our server and absolutely incredible. We would go back just for her! She helped with recommendations and was so attentive! Our experience was so good we are going back with our friends this weekend so they can experience Etc! read more

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Excellent food, drinks and service. Parking was pretty easy in the strip mall. Perfect for a date night or a small group of friends Food- 5 stars pork jowl- fatty and flavorful without being too greasy. Great balance all around midori amaebi- the shrimp was so fresh and the sauce had a solid kick to it. Great way to start the meal uni mentaiko udon- rich yet balanced. I could've eaten so much of this. Much more complex than your traditional uni pasta thai style ochazuke- great opener or closer. All the ingredients were so flavorful and balanced well together Service- 5 stars Food came out relatively quick and the servers were incredibly accommodating. Bottom Line Perfect date night. Excellent food, drinks, service and easy parking. read more

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SO SO GOOD why haven't I heard more about this place?? Same owners as the Thai place next door. Absolutely loved the eggplant flavors. Tangy salmon was really good too. Note that these dishes have some spice! Will definitely be back to try the rest of the menu read more

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Long overdue review of this place! My partner and I came here last month for dinner on a Friday without reservation.. We sat at the bar and did not have to wait much for bar seatings, though it got pretty busy after we sat down. We found out this was fairly newly opened, and is an extension of Hanuman next door. They have same people running from the former sushi bar at Etc bar, the menu is elevated, the drinks are sublime, and we totally dig it. Our server/bartender JD was awesome and he explained the concept and history of both places. We tried a few of his recommendations and a few of our own out of curiosity. One thing I was pleasantly surprised at the most was the Thailote, it was so simple but so good!!!!! all the different flavors worked so well together. I also enjoyed their ceviche quite much! And found the Ochazuke especially refreshing and innovating! I don't want to be such a spoiler for you but if you've never tried ETC Bar, you should!! Highly recommend and we def will return! read more

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This new spot is such a fun surprise: a Japanese-Thai fusion concept with incredible energy from the moment you walk in. First off, the service is outstanding. The team is enthusiastic about the food they're serving. Water glasses are refilled before they reach empty, dishes arrive with introductions, and the staff checks in frequently to see how everything is tasting. They're super friendly and welcome feedback, which makes the whole experience feel warm and engaging. The food brings the same great energy. We started off strong with the Pork Jowl appetizer. Grilled, fatty, and tender meat. I get why people call jaew "crack sauce" now: it's an addictive balance of sour, salty, sweet, and spicy. Our next small plate Thailote was a fun fusion dish with sweet and tangy notes. Then the main: What the Duck! The dry-aged duck breast was cooked to a gorgeous medium-rare. Also tender with a rich fatty layer. The addition of lychee in the red curry felt playful and unexpected. For our palate cleanser, the Yuzu Lychee Granita. For any yuzu lovers, this dessert is a must. Between the creative dishes, vibrant flavors, and the genuinely amazing service, this place just has great vibes all around. It's the kind of restaurant where you can feel the passion from the kitchen to the dining room. Definitely a spot I'm excited to come back to! read more

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The quality speaks for itself. I would come back again and again for their Thai-inspired crudos and the ochazuke. The ochazuke was so light and comforting to the stomach. I love the idea of Japanese-Thai fusion and this place delivered quality and taste well. The wait did take a while for our group and they had to move folks to a different table to accommodate us (party of 5). However, the servers were so friendly and knew it was our first time so took care of us! read more

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I visited this restaurant with some friends and we tried a variety of dishes. The food was delicious and the portions were great. read more

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Underwhelming to say the least. We came in on a Friday night and got seated right away as there was surprisingly no wait. It took awhile for us to be greeted by a server to take our order despite the restaurant not busy but the service itself was friendly. We ordered the tom kha crudo, salmon, pork jowl, and uni mentaiko udon. One thing to note was the beautiful presentation but very small portions, basically bite sized even considering that some were appetizers. I would skip on getting the seafood dishes next time although they were the ones I was most anticipating because of the unique japanese x thai blend which I've never seen for sushi dishes. However the taste of the thai spice with the raw fish did not go well together and honestly threw off the whole dish overall. We enjoyed the pork jowl and I liked how the uni udon wasn't overly creamy like how I find other places to be and was honestly glad that it wasn't too heavy! However I wasn't wowed by any particular dish and probably wouldn't make a trip back. read more

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Everyone say hello to Hanuman's mind blowing new sister restaurant- Thaizakaya!! My friend and I agree that the duck curry alone is one of our top 5 dishes in OC and I might even say ever. Medium rare melt in your mouth sliced duck, a tangy spicy deep curry base, pops of flavor with the lychee, tomato, and grape, and an the fluffiest rice- (one extra complimentary rice if you need). This dish is so fun and so worth a drive or any pretty penny. You MUST try it. The other dishes were really unique and fun too. I'm mind blown how well Thai flavors and dishes and Japanese concepts and ingredients go together. They really put a lot of love and thought into this. I'd loveee to try more dishes and their drink creations too. I took a look into their drink menu and it's so whimsical and delicious sounding. Shoutout to our server DJ for being so kind and giving us the run down of everything too. Hope to catch you again! Parking: plenty on a Saturday...for now read more

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This place seems like a hole in the wall right now, but in a few months, I can definitely see this place blowing up! The duck curry is on my list of the top 5 meals in OC. NO NOTES! It had the perfect amount of fat and was not gamey at all. It was a perfect medium rare and might I say melted in your mouth! The curry itself was so unique and fresh. The cherry tomatoes, okra, grapes, and lychees added a nice sweetness, and there was also a subtle kick from the Thai spices as well. I savored every bite and never had anything like it before. It came with one bowl of rice, and they offer one complementary bowl of rice. This was a nice touch since my friend and I got a few dishes to share. The Pork Jowl also tasted as delectable as it looks. I mean look at the plating. You can really tell how much effort they put into curating their menu and crafting each and every dish. It was also paired with some citrusy greens, which were perfect for balancing out the fattiness of the dish. I also really enjoyed the Tom Kha Crudo and Na'am Khao Todd. The fish is high quality, and each dish was so flavorful. I was extremely satisfied with everything I ordered, and I'm already trying to see when I can come back. Our server, DJ, really gave us some great recommendations and was very attentive and sweet. Vibes are nice, but the restaurant is a little small, so if you want to go with a big group, I would try coming a little early or making a reservation. Definitely give this place a try. I would highly recommend! Fun fact: they are sister restaurants with Hanuman NEXT DOOR read more

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Food & service was amazing! Our food favorites were: - tangy salmon: super flavorful thai flavors in salmon pieces (maybe has some flavors from tom yum?) - pork jowl: also some really nice thai seasoning on tender pork - one year in thailand: if u love smoky flavors, this is the best roll you can get! it has beef and fish together with ofc some thai flavors to it that meshes really well - na'am khao todd: they have a deconstructed version that is unique packs a punch! Drinks: - cloudy plum cha was sweet and tart. overall easy to drink! - aram boy was not our favorite but might just be personal preference. it has a somewhat herby flavor to it that we were not a huge fan of Service was amazing! The servers were really attentive and friendly and even made a new drink for us when we didn't like aram boy too much. Will definitely be back to try more of the menu :) read more

This was our first time visiting ETC Bar x Thaizakaya, and we had such a great experience. I took my son with me, and we ordered a little bit of everything -- steak and lobster, two rolls, corn, drinks, a pork dish, Brussels sprouts, yellowtail sashimi, salmon in a ponzu-style sauce, collar, and dessert. Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious and full of flavor. The food was fresh, beautifully presented, and every dish stood out in its own way. The yellowtail sashimi and salmon with the ponzu-style sauce were especially amazing, and the steak and lobster were cooked perfectly. Even the sides and dessert were just as impressive. The atmosphere was great, and it made our first visit a memorable one. We will definitely be coming back to try more from the menu. read more

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We came here on a Saturday night without a reservation and were excited to try this restaurant because we're big fans of Hanuman. Before arriving, we checked Yelp and saw the waitlist was listed as less than 5 minutes. When we got there, we were told only one table was available, even though there were quite a few empty tables throughout the restaurant. Those tables remained empty for about 30 minutes before they slowly started to fill up, and even then the restaurant never seemed particularly busy. That said, the table we received was in a decent spot. The food was good, and we ordered several of the popular dishes. However, the portions were quite small for the price, making the overall value feel disappointing. The pacing of the meal was also frustrating. The food seemed disorganized coming out of the kitchen, and our dishes took a long time to arrive. The service didn't feel very efficient, which made the overall dining experience less enjoyable. I also wouldn't recommend ordering drinks here, as the overall experience didn't feel worth the additional cost. While we enjoyed the food, I probably wouldn't return. For a similar price point, I'd rather go to a higher-end sushi restaurant with better ambiance and a more refined dining experience. Another downside was that all of our clothes smelled strongly of the restaurant after we left. Overall, the food was good, but the small portions, high prices, slow service, and overall atmosphere didn't justify the cost for me. read more

Etc Bar X Thaizakaya - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Ended up here for my husband's birthday dinner and it was actually better than the original restaurant we booked! The food was phenomenal and everything had such distinct flavors, highly recommend the rolls, duck curry, pork jowl, and the sashimi appetizer I can't remember the name of. Service was great & amazing date night ambiance! read more

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Honestly, I could give this place a 1000/10 From the service to the food to the ambience, everything was absolutely fantastic. Every single staff member was incredibly kind and welcoming. I know this spot is probably more of a date-night vibe, but I brought my toddler and they were so accommodating. They even gave her free chips to keep her entertained while we waited, which I really appreciated. We ordered a variety of dishes: salmon garlic chili, oysters, uni udon, spicy tuna crispy rice, salmon tuna rice, ochazuke, and the matcha mori dessert and every single one was amazing. The crispy rice was perfectly done, and the ochazuke completely surprised me (in the best way). It's not something I've tried before, but the flavors were incredible, literally bursting in every bite. Overall, such a great experience. Amazing food, amazing service, and such a warm atmosphere. I'll definitely be coming back! Huge thank you and shout out to all the staff today! read more

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Loved the food and the ambiance! This is a great fusion spot for thai and japanese flavors/concepts. We mostly ordered the japanese izakaya dishes made with thai ingredients (executed perfectly including the SPICE!) but the crudo we got displayed very fresh and well sliced fish. This is what we ordered. TOM KHA CRUDO (5/5): Flavors were perfect. I recommend fully covering the sashimi in sauce before eating -- they plate with the fish on top of the sauce but I found myself wanting more of it. WHAT THE DUCK (4/5): The perfect red curry. Duck was standard -- fat could have been rendered more. Fruit was an interesting spin but I found the curry already on the sweeter side. THAILOTE (5/5) : I will order this again and again. Addicting ! PORK JOWL (4.5/5): Tender meaty flavorful FRIED EGGPLANT (4/5): Spicy!! Great reasonably priced veggy side. There was a 40min wait after joining a yelp waitlist. The space is on the smaller side and quite popular. Menu is super creative and I need to go back! read more

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Start with the service, 5 out of 5. Our servers, the bartender were friendly and helpful! Made us feel so welcome. It was a busy crowd even we went after 8:30pm. The drinks were next level. The food was delicious and the presentation was on point! If I didn't have to drive, I'd looooove to have another cocktail because they were just super delicious The ambiance could have been better but unfortunately, there was a kid table behind our table making a lot of noise and no one at their table was doing anything about it. So not the restaurant's fault but the screaming kid kinda ruined the relax and chill vibe. I'd definitely go back again as there are so many items in the menu I'd love to try. read more

Etc Bar X Thaizakaya - The duck dish is a must order! - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Etc bar is a Thai-Japanese fusion restaurant right next to Hanuman (same owners). Restaurant is quite small and busy. We waited 1 hour for a table for 2 on a Thursday night. You can sign onto the waitlist via Yelp if you are nearby. Servers are friendly and responsive. As it is so busy, the food does take some time to come out but overall good pacing. I wouldn't recommend coming here if you are in a rush. Highlights include: What the Duck - delicious and great for 2 people to share Pork jowl - so flavorful and tender read more

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I used to go to Etc sushi bar when they only sold sushi and loved it. I recently saw that hanuman now owns them so I decided to come to see what the fusion was like. I got the what the duck which was slices of duck in a red curry. It was very good and the grapes and lychee inside the curry really helped balance out the meal. I would say the food here is definitely on the pricier side. I paid $29 for just this dish. Would probably only go for a special occasion since it's quite expensive read more

Etc Bar X Thaizakaya - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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I saw Etc Bar x Thaizakaya on the *Hot and New* and I had to check it out for myself. I loved my experience so much, I came back a few days after my first visit. That is the ultimate compliment I can give a business. There is plenty of parking in the private lot. The business itself is located at the corner of the plaza. They have intimate dim lit indoor seating and a patio for outdoor seating. The environment is casual fun, a great place for a solo meal, a night out with friends, or even date night. On my first visit, I had the perfect meal. Shout out to Am, DJ, and Fiat who were all so nice and helpful. I ordered a Hot Tea ($5/pot), All Nighter ($63/half dozen), Tom-Kha Crudo ($16), What the Duck ($26), House Salad ($12), and a Yuzu Lychee Granita. All great items I would get over and over again. The all nighter is where the oysters are topped with uni. Ultimate delicacy. For the oysters I had half Royal Miyaki and Kumiai. I liked both but much preferred the Kumiai. The tom kha crudo was as amazing as DJ recommended. The yellowtail was fresh and delicate and it was perfect with the tom kha sauce. The what the duck is a MUST GET duck breast with red curry. I especially appreciated the lychee and grapes they put under the duck to keep it from getting soggy, not to mention the sweetness complimented the spicy curry. I got the house salad because I was avoiding rice to be healthy. Yumm. When my yuzu lychee granita came out they also brought out a complimentary off menu mochi, green tea ice cream with thin crepes on top dessert. Both delicious in different ways. The granita was like a refreshing palette cleanser and the mochi and green tea ice cream were creamy and soothing. I came back a few days later with my cousin... since I needed a partner to help me try more items. We ordered a Oysters ($40/dozen), Uni Mentaiko Udon ($29), and What the Duck ($26). For the dozen oyster we had half of the Kumiai and half Blue Points. We both liked the Kumiais the most. Ohh I should also note their oysters come with a cilantro sauce, a sweet chili, a ponzu, and lemons. I loved the cilantro sauce and the sweet chili the most. The duck was as delicious as I had it previously, and my cousin could definitely see what I highly recommended it. The uni mentaiko udon had perfectly cooked udon noodles with uni, a creamy sauce that reinforced the uni flavors well with the complimentary addition of the egg yolk and ikura. So good!! Like I want to like the bowl good. We were full and debated on dessert but staff actually brought out a complimentary FBI - Fried Banana Ice Cream ($12 value). They insisted that we tried it, and also appreciated the quick return. Amazing amazing service and DELICIOUS flavorful food. I love the Thai touches on Japanese classics. I will definitely be back soon to enjoy more of their menu. read more

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We really enjoyed dinner here on Saturday night. The ambiance is good, casual, and you can dine at the bar or at one of the tables. The cocktail menu is really inventive and we tried each something different everyone was happy with their choices. We split the Tom Kha crude and it was amazing and tastes much like the soup. The Na'am Khao Todd had delicious pork sausage and they instructed us to mix all the ingredients on the place up together, and then eat them with the lettuce wraps. It went from pretty messy, but was definitely delicious and I'm so glad they let us know. I had the dock as an entrée and it was wonderful, medium rare, and just enough spice without being overpowering . They don't take reservations so we decided to try our luck by going early, 530 on a Saturday night and that was perfect as there were a couple of open tables. Shortly after we were seated the place, mostly filled up. I will definitely return. read more

Etc Bar X Thaizakaya - Soft shell crab dish - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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We saw that this restaurant had recently popped up right next to Hanuman. I can see that the business from Hanuman will eventually come here was well since they're by the same owners. On a Tuesday night it was very easy to get a table of four. JD was our server and he was great! Very charismatic and checked in often. We got two cocktails and a couple of bites. My favorites were the salmon and the duck. I would highly recommend coming with a group so you can try a lot but no more than 6 as it is a smaller restaurant than you'd think. Their fried banana left a lot to be desired. Definitely will be returning for their food and drinks though! read more

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If you're looking for a new place to try, THIS IS YOUR SIGN!! I would come back again. We ordered 4 cocktails. I can't remember all of the names, but one was Hana yuzu and a melon one. We also ordered the toro uni handroll, pork jowl, spicy tuna crispy rice, green curry shumai, yum eggplant, uni mentaiko udon, and what the duck. Then we finished off with the fried bananas with ice cream for dessert. Every dish was just 10/10 even the cocktails were well made. Staff was super friendly and it was a casual spot. I would recommend for a casual date night or a small group of friends. read more

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Got the "sake tini" and it was the most perfect drink ever! There was a nice light lychee flavor, and you can't taste the alcohol however it is very mild. It's a nice fun drink to have that you can definitely have multiple of and not get sick of. The green curry dumplings were good. They are just good chicken dumplings with a thin green curry sauce covered in them. But because it is a thin sauce, it doesn't hang onto the dumpling skin super well. The duck curry, which is one of the favorites listed on the menu, was very good. The duck was cooked perfectly, and the curry was sweet, spicy, savory. I don't think it was anything "special" in my personal opinion, but still a very good dish. read more

I've been to Hanuman before so I had pretty high expectations of this spot. They did not disappoint! Came in Tuesday around 7pm and was seated immediately. Small cozy spot with ample parking. Everything was delicious. I love how they incorporate lychee into their dishes... unexpectedly yummy! The duck was perfect, and probably the best red curry I've had in a while. Ochazuke hit the spot. Would definitely order their crudo again too. Service was great. Servers are very attentive and friendly. We got all these dishes + 3 beers in total - around $150. Not bad. Definitely coming back with more friends! read more

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