The best fried rice I had in my life. Also the noodles! Absolutely going again next time. No regret for choosing this place read more

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really enjoyed food and atmosphere here!! The pad see ew was flavorful and fresh,and the staff was friendly.Cozy vibe and definitely a spot I'd come back to read more

i love hanuman!!! everything is so delicious and everyone is so nice. came here for a late birthday celebration and didn't expect them to blast the birthday song. for food we got the panang curry with the hangar steak, pad see ew, ceviche, drunken noodles, and the mango sticky rice. every dish is a 10/10. i like this location more because it's less busy. will be coming back soon ~ read more

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A friend took me here for dinner, and now I'm slightly annoyed that I didn't try this place sooner. The Pad See Ew, Massaman Curry, and Khao Soi were outstanding. The flavors were authentic, the aromas incredible, and the Thai Lemon Iced Tea was the perfect complement to the meal. The service was warm, attentive, and quick without ever feeling rushed. The prices were surprisingly reasonable for the quality of food and overall experience. A quick tip: they don't take reservations, so call ahead if you're planning to visit during peak hours. They also have outdoor seating. Fair warning: this may become one of those places where you promise yourself you'll order something different next time... and then end up getting the exact same dishes because they're that good. read more

Hanuman is seriously the best Thai restaurant I've ever been to. I realllyyyyy like Thai food so I've been around to most places in OC and LA and even at famous places in New York and elsewhere, but Hanuman clears all of them. I mean I haven't been to Thailand yet haha, but I feel like this is as close as I'm gonna get. Specifically their khao soi absolutely clears every other khao soi I've ever tried. It's SO rich, creamy, and I didn't know such strong flavors could exist in a dish. From the perfectly cooked egg noodles to the most tender flavorful chicken to all the little veggie garnishes, but especially that spicy curry broth, wow it's truly the perfect dish. I've ordered this one every time I come here and even for takeout, and it's consistent in how perfect it is every time. Second favorite dish here is the massaman with hangar steak. The curry in this one looks similar to the one used in the khao soi, but it actually tastes completely different! The curry is a bit lighter which could be better if the khao soi might be too rich for you, and the hangar steak is definitely the star of the show. Cooked perfectly and amazing with both the rice and roti that comes with it. Mee klook noodles are a bit sweeter if you like that sweet savory combo. The desserts here are soooo good here too and actually feel worth the money. Service is always so friendly, even one time we got seated 45 minutes before their closing and we felt really bad, but the servers were so kind and we always feel taken care of here. Will never stop recommending Hanuman to everyone I know!!! I feel like the word has gotten out already so there's definitely always a line, but trust me it's soo worth it!!! read more

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Massaman Curry with the ribeye steak, w/ roti. It is the perfect combination. This has got to be a top 5 thai restaurant in Orange County. My biggest gripe about thai curries is the lack of texture despite having some of the riches flavors of all their dishes. THIS HERE!! Satisfies all my senses. Smells fragrant, good curry consistency, flavor bold, nutty, coconutty, then the char on that ribeye is perfect. As a side you get crispy light roti the perfect compliment to the dish. If you drink alcohol have a thai beer pairs perfectly with the dish. I still think about this dish when I'm not eating it. read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Newport - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

This excellent place is tucked in the corner of a strip mall. Come early because it fills up fast. We got there at 5:30 so there were plenty of tables to choose from. We started with the Crying Tiger beef ($20) and Tom Kha Gai soup ($18). The beef was really tender. This is my favorite soup and unfortunately you can't order just an individual bowl. My MIL and niece didn't love it, so the rest came home with me! For entrees we ordered Pad Thai ($19), Pad See Ew ($17) and Sweet and Sour Salmon ($22). Both noodle dishes were delicious and my MIL loved her salmon dish. It was light and citrusy with a pineapple salsa. My niece also ordered a dish To Go. The staff was really attentive, continuously refilling water. It's a very small place and they have a lot of staff taking care of you. Bill was $200 with tax/25% tip for three people, no alcohol. read more

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A small intimate restaurant with amazing food and really friendly staff. It wasn't super busy and we still had to wait about 20 minutes on a Wednesday evening. The food is very elevated and done very well. I enjoyed the curry with steak and it was a perfectly portioned, flavored, and cooked dish. The staff did a great job helping with multiple celebrations that were happening at tables throughout the restaurant. read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Newport - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Wowwwww 100/10 experience. I brought my date here for his birthday and we had a blast! Food- 100/10. He got the Thai shrimp curry and I got the pork egg noodles. Both were amaaaazing. I wish I could eat the pork egg noodles every day of my life. We also got the special green Thai tea and wowwwww was it good! We also ended with the Thai tea creme brûlée which was delicious. The service (100/10) was even better than the food. Honestly some of the best service I have ever experienced. Ethan was our waiter and John also went over and beyond to help us too. Like the second we put a piece of trash down on the table, someone came and cleared it for us. They consistently checked in and got us everything we needed. The big kicker was they even brought out a birthday Thai tea creme brûlée (which was so good) and played a special birthday song. All just over and beyond amazing. The restaurant itself was clean, very nicely decorated, and fun. Maybe about 15 tables. We went for dinner on a weekday so we were sat immediately. I'm not sure what the wait is on weekends. Plenty of parking as it's in a shopping center. We will absolutely be back and can't wait to try more dishes! Thank you all so much! read more

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Came here after hearing raving reviews from many friends. It's been in the area for a while but I finally was inclined to trying it with a friend who was newly in town. Wait was around an hour, so we went to Crossroads and killed some time. We were seated outside and helped immediately by our waiter, Johnny. We were given a great rundown of the entire menu - what items are most popular, personal favorites and insight into what dishes are ideal for sharing. We ended up ordering the Tom Kha Gai and the tofu pad see ew. It was my first time ever having Tom Kha Gai, needless to say, it was delicious, and the portion was also good enough for 4 people total. The pad see ew was also great, probably the second best I have in, first being Dean by Dean noodles in Rowland Heights! The ratio of tofu, broccoli, eggs and noodles was great, honestly I am still thinking about that pad see ew and am tempted to go later this week for a plate... We also got the thai tea which was good! Given we we seated outside, there still a lot of room between tables so we didn't feel cramped by any means, I will note that if it gets cold, there aren't any outdoor heaters (that I saw), so just make sure to have a jacket! Service provided by Johnny was great, very awesome waiter and checked in on us a handful of times to see how we liked everything. I will definitely be coming back here again and providing updates with any new items I try! read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Newport - Tom Kha Gai - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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There is a reason that Hanuman Thai Eatery has the ratings that they do. The food here is THAT good. Whenever we would pass by the area, there would always be a crowd of people waiting, which deterred us in the past from going in to try them out. Finally, after timing it just right, we were able to miss the rush and get seated right away. For appetizers, we got their fried chicken " Gai Todd Hat Yai" and it was crunchy and made fresh to order. It was still steaming hot on our plate. There was no way I could have eaten all this with the sticky rice and the sauces with a spoon and fork. This had to be a use-your-hands moment. The combo was just divine. For the main dishes, we ordered the Khao Soi and the street noodles. The Khao Soi, while aesthetically pleasing, did not stand out to us as much as street noodles. The street noodles were refreshing and did not feel too heavy. The foods here fall on the sweeter side of Thai food. Service was quick and the staff always had a smile and indulged me with more limes when I asked. There were continuous check ins and water refills without me having to wave them down! The ambiance is warm and welcoming. It's a smaller restaurant so seating inside, it could feel cramped at times but a fun place to people watch and listen in on the first dates that are happening. We also got their tea, which I think is overlooked but delivers on the floral flavors! We got the Peach Blossom tea and we were not disappointed. A great spot that I would frequent if only the wait wasn't so long and I lived in the area. Timing your visit to avoid the rush could make the experience worthwhile. read more

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wow I love thai food sm but this placeeeee absolutely divine. the panang curry w steak was to die for. oml the pairing was good and as good the steak alrdy was the curry just topped it so well and made it better. the drunken noodle was bomb as per usual. the thai fried rice and tom yum was amazing. waiters so kind and service was fast read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Newport - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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We came for dinner on a Sunday and had to wait around 40 minutes, so keep that in mind if you're coming during peak time. We ordered the Gai Todd Hat Yao, Khao Soi, and Panang Curry. The Gai Todd Hat Yao was definitely a must-order, the chicken wings were super crispy and really flavorful. The Khao Soi had a beautiful presentation, and the broth was rich, flavorful, and coconuty. The Panang Curry was good, but I do wish the chicken had a bit more seasoning and was cooked more into the curry for more flavor. The inside ambiance is really nice and cozy, and the servers were attentive throughout our meal. I will be back to try more dishes next time. read more

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I have visited the Costa Mesa and Newport location for Hanuman and can safely say they are both definitely worth visiting. I always enjoy the pad see ew, khao soi, chicken satay, and Thai tea. I have also had the pleasure of trying the Thai sausages, glass noodle soup, and fried rice, all of which I would recommend. read more

Review 17/365 Day Challenge Came here on a Friday evening to celebrate my anniversary w my bestie also 1.23.26 My friend that we were coming with said that this was one of her fav thai restaurant but the Bristol location. What we ordered ~ Hanuman's Ceviche made with yummy yellowtail and refreshing, not spicy at all. Wished it was spicy, served w fried shrimp chips . $ 28 ~ Tom Yum Koong was filled w lots of veggies like mushrooms & lemon grass sliced up than shrimp $ 24 ~ "Gai Todd Hat Yai" fried chicken was battered and flavored like a sweet taste. No spice to it, don't let the red color fool ya. Suppose to be like a thai street food, served w sticky rice $ 24 ~ Crying Tiger, has 6 filet mignon slice pieces $ 24. Tender but This was a huge disappointment since didn't have much flavor along with the sauce that was drizzled on top of the crying Tiger. ~ Thai Tea Creme brûlée $ 8 was good. Smaller size, creamy n torched perfectly. Can't really taste the thai tea taste. It was complimentary on the house since they knew we were each as a couple celebrating our anniversaries. Enjoyed it family style type of dinner. We had a girl & boy server. Didn't get the girls name who was explaining the restaurant popular dish and got the guy servers name, March was his name. Staff were really friendly, attentive w refilling our water cups. We received our food in a timely manner. The restaurant was nice, romantic dark like a date night type of vibes. Decor was nice & distinctive. With bamboo sticky rice holder and much more greenery nice decor hanging from the ceiling. There is an outdoor patio seating w heat lamps available and bistro lights hanging around the courtyard looking area. Which is located right in front of the restaurant. I'm laos ethnicity and really familiar w thai/laos food. Along my cousin owns a Lao/thai restaurant in Garden Grove. I had really high HOPES for the restaurant. Since this was my choice to come here for dinner b4 our show. I felt this is more like an Americanized Thai restaurant. Not too much authenticity on some of the dishes we ordered. TIP ~ get on the YELP WAITLIST on the YELP APP. Will save you tremendous of time. Right when we got there around 6 pm, we checked in and were seated right away. FYI There's a 90 minute seating time frame when it's busy. On a Friday evening. The restaurant was getting filled pretty fast and full house by 7 pm. The Patio itself was full and there was a wait at the door. Located a few doors down from Poke works across from Triangle Square. read more

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Great and amazing food!! Throughly surprised on how much I loved their ceviche. It was fresh, not fishy at all. The chips were a lovely surprise and the fruit made the dish feel fresh and not too heavy. Their pad thai and pad see ew was on the sweeter side as the server noted to us. They encouraged us to use additional vinegar and spices to enhance the flavors! Everything was so yummy! We'll def be back again. read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Newport - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Be prepared to wait long unless you go at an off time because this place a little small with limited indoor seating, but is very popular for good reason. I came on a Friday night around 8pm (I thought I would beat the dinner rush) and still had to wait a little over an hour. Their first location is usually busier than this second Newport one. But the food is so worth the wait. Everything is seasoned to perfection and the stir fried items have the smokey charred wok flavor you want and crave. The interior is beautiful and perfect for a casual dinner or more intimate date. The presentation of the food is also on point. Everything tastes as delicious as it looks! read more

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This is the 2nd Hanuman location. This location is less crowded, and has much more seating. The inside is small, but they have a ton of outdoor seating. I ordered the panang curry with beef $24- 4 stars, pad see ew with chicken $17- 4 stars, gai todd hat yai aka fried chicken with sweet rice $20- 5 stars, khao soi $21- came with a chicken leg and did not taste like anything special- 2.5 stars, pad thai with shrimp $22- it was stir-fried with a lot of small pieces of rubbery tofu which was off-putting, and the noodles were thinner than usual and soggy- 1 star, Hanuman's ceviche $25- very fresh but small portion- 3.5 stars, and Hanuman's fried rice $18- savory and flavorful, with small pieces of lap cheong/ Chinese sausage- 5 stars. The food here is not as good as their original location on Bristol St., so if you're craving Thai food, go there instead. Overall, 3.5 stars but rounded up to 4 with the customer service. I would highly recommend their GAI TODD HAT YAI aka fried chicken with sweet rice and HANUMAN'S FRIED RICE. read more

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Hanuman delivers bold flavors, great service, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes it perfect for both date nights and casual gatherings. The Crying Tiger was excellent with tender, juicy meat and a nice sear with just the right amount of spice to let the flavor shine. The Manmasa curry leaned a little sweet for my taste, but the bread was crisp and satisfying, and the steak was cooked beautifully with a solid sear. The fried rice was delicious, especially paired with the Thai chili sauce that came alongside it, adding a great kick and depth of flavor. The standout dish of the night was easily the pad see ew, which was incredibly flavorful and the best thing we ordered. Service was extremely good throughout the meal and felt attentive, friendly, and professional. The ambiance was warm and inviting, making it a great spot for both a date night or a casual gathering. The only downside was the very long wait, which slightly took away from an otherwise fantastic dining experience. read more

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the thai curry and papaya salad were both so yummy! service was great too. the mild is actually not spicy so next time i'll be getting medium hehe. very clean too. read more

The family and I had a great experience at Hanuman Thai! The food and service were both spot on! AND the place had a great vibe and felt like we were in Thailand. Everything we ordered came out fresh and full of flavor. The sweet green curry was outstanding, the pad see ew was perfectly flavored, and the chicken wings were some of the best I've had; crispy, flavorful, and cooked just right. Even the leftovers held up really well the next day, which is always a good sign. Customer service was just as impressive, attentive, and made the whole experience a good one. The highlight for me though was the sweet roti dessert absolutely loved it and would go back just for that alone. The only miss for us was the crying tiger, which didn't quite hit the mark compared to everything else. Overall, a really great spot and definitely one we'd come back to. read more

I love Hanuman Thai Eatery so much! So I first discovered this spot as it made it to the top Yelp 100 list. This is their second location and I tend to favor this one now simply because the wait is less ridiculous. Quality is still pretty top notch. FAVORITE ITEMS: - Khoa Soi: creamy soup filled with goodness and a generous chunk of chicken in the soup! Loved every bite of this. - Kra Pao: my husband loooves this dish and gets it everytime. It's savory and basically ground meat with fried egg over it. - Hanuman Ceviche: I bit the bullet and tried it last time (b/c it's pricey). But fresh fish and flavored well, with the shrimp chips was amazing! - Drunken Noodles: very hearty and delicious. The noodles are think and flavorful. PARKING: it is located in a plaza and you should have no issue with parking! PRICE: on the pricier side, but you do feel like the experience you get is elevated. Overall, I can't ever refuse to come to Hanuman because every dish you have there is a banger. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Love this place!! I went because the wait was only 20-30 minutes on a Friday night, when it was 1 hour and 40 minutes at the Costa Mesa location!! I've been wanting to try to khao soi and it did not disappoint. Very good coconut flavor and the chicken was sooo tender and delicious. The fried chicken was also amazing. It was super crispy on the outside and juicy inside. Large portions as well! read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Newport - Khao Soi Fried chicken - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Seriously top 5 meals of my entire life and I don't take that lightly. Every dish had the most insane burst of flavor and authenticity, and was beautifully presented. The service was a lot top tier and quick. Overall a 12/10 experience We got the Tom Kha soup, fried chicken, Panang curry with steak, and Pad See Ew with chicken read more

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Came here with friends on a Saturday for lunch and got seated immediately. They suggested this restaurant so I was pretty excited about it! For 4 people, we got the Crying Tiger, Panang Curry, Thai Fried Rice, and Drunken Noodle. Crying Tiger - My friends liked this dish when they got it before, so we got it this time. I thought it was just okay. The flavor wasn't anything memorable or unique. Would not recommend this dish, maybe get something specifically unique to the restaurant like soup/their green papaya salad. Panang Curry - I thought this was pretty good but also generic. I was suprised that they didn't do anything special to incorporate the chicken in the dish. It was just grilled and placed onto the curry. The server told us that this curry won an award and should have a peanut flavor, but I didn't taste any peanut flavor. LOL maybe my tastebuds are just busted. Thai Fried Rice - I liked how flavorful this fried rice was, probably the best dish of the day. Maybe because I haven't eaten fried rice in a long time but it was pretty dang good. The basil added great aromatics to the dish. Drunken Noodle - Great as well! Maybe I just like carbs haha. The flavor wasn't very spicy even though we got it mild. I would even get medium next time, but the noodles were nice and tender. Super delicious! Overall, I probably wouldn't come here again because there wasn't anything special to me. The fried rice and noodle dishes were great but the other dishes were mediocre. ALSO, my stomach hurt pretty bad after this meal which it never does. Probably would have given it a better review, but the stomach pain was insane after this meal. read more

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I'm a big fan of Hanuman! I really love their pad see ew, it was very great ans tasty. However, I decided to try something new this time and it was ok. We got khao soi and the basil rice. Khao soi was so creamy I could barely taste any other flavors! It straight up tastes like coconut milk/cream. However, the basil rice was really good and I really like the combination with the eggs read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Newport - Spicy Basil / Pad Ga Pow Kai Dao - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Best Thai curry in OC. Everything was very delicious. Never had a bad experience. Services is always great. Definitely try everything on the menu read more

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My favorite place for Thai food so far. The panang curry with the hangar steak hits every time. Everything I've had at Hanuman is so good. The pad see ew with the chicken comes in a pretty generous portion. The wings are gas. Pretty cool ambiance inside and the service is great. They don't do reservations as you need to put your name down or get there early. read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Newport - Panang Curry with Hangar Steak - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

We were meeting up with friends for dinner and initially routed to the first location which apparently had over 90 minute wait, but luckily made our way to this second location where there was no wait at all. - PARKING - Pretty large parking lot, should have no problem finding a space here! - SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT - The inside seating area actually isn't that big, but it looks like they had the outdoor area also reserved for additional customers as well. We were already on the waitlist while waiting for the rest of our party, and when we had majority they seated us. Pretty quick service overall, from ordering to getting the food and also checking out. - FOOD - Loved everything we ordered - I can see why this spot is so popular! We got: 1. Pad See Ew 2. Khao Soi 3. Hat Yai Chicken 4. Pad Thai ... and nothing disappointed! - OVERALL - Definitely a solid Thai spot - would absolutely try to get on the waitlist if you're close enough so you don't have to wait too long in person! read more

Wow wow wow! The best Thai food I've had in YEARS! We had clean plates after we left! The son in law's eggs were so flavorful. The papaya salad was one of the best I've ever had. The drunken noodles with chicken was to die for! The I wing on top was the saffron omg! Service was epic! He was so attentive and great energy! The restaurant is very quaint and the decor is beautiful. My husband kept complimenting the silverware! Definitely a hidden gem and I highly recommend it! read more

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This is a review for the khao soi alone. WHY ONLY ONE CHICKEN LEG. Can't even share it family style because there's only one leg. Everyone kept asking "where's the chicken?". Oh it's gone because there's only ONE PIECE. read more

I had the pleasure of having dinner here for the first time yesterday with my sister and friends, and we were so beyond impressed. Our server was just the sweetest, and so helpful. He suggested we order family style, which we did. We started with the fried chicken wings and sticky rice, which were so crispy and flavorful. Then we had the Pad See Ew with shrimp, and the shrimp fried rice, both of which we thoroughly enjoyed. So many businesses have failed in this location, but I think the City of Orange hit the jackpot with Hanuman Thai Eatery. They've only been open a short time, but there's been a wait outside the door every time I've gone by. I will definitely be going back soon!!! read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Newport - The decor is lovely! - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Food here is yummy and service is fast. Although we ordered some of the more popular dishes of this cuisine it was still well made and tasted amazing. The presentation of the dishes is also a plus and completes the dining experience. Wish I had more leftovers to take home xD read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Newport - Karee - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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I've ordered takeout from the original location in the past and loved it, and ordered from this location today. I'm pleased to say this location is just as good as the Costa Mesa location. Everything is incredibly flavorful and made with fresh ingredients. I got the Drunken Noodles, Massaman Curry, and Fried Chicken. Everything was delicious and I can't recommend these dishes enough. It is on the pricier side, but absolutely worth it for the quality and flavor. Definitely give either location a visit! read more

Decent Thai food spot in the OC! I've tried this food before, but this time we ordered the Hanuman's Ceviche, Panang Curry with Shrimp and Mango Sticky Rice -- all totaling to around $80 with tip. My favorites were the Ceviche and Mango Sticky Rice. Ceviche was super fresh and the mangos were great quality. The curry with the shrimp was tasty too, but nothing too special. The service was fine! If you plan on coming, be prepared for a long wait. Think it took us around 45 minutes to an hour to get a table on a busy Saturday night. There's a decent amount of seating inside, but there's also some outside. Parking is easy too. read more

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Probably the best Thai food I've ever had! I've seen this place all over and had it bookmarked on Yelp. I heard how horrendous the wait was but how worth it the food was also. When we pulled up to this location located in a strip mall, I was surprised to see no one was waiting for a table. They seated us almost immediately. The place looked super cute. Lots of Thai touches throughout. One cute detail I found was the wall decor near the bathroom had the faces on the images replaced by the images of the owners (I'm guessing). There was ample seating and the vibe was cool. We ordered the crying tiger, hat yai, ceviche and pad see ew. WOWWW!!! I've had hat yai before but Hanuman perfected the crisp and the flavor! The pad see ew was jam packed full of flavor. The texture of the noodles were perfect. And the ceviche with the shrimp chips was fresh and insanely delicious. I can't wait to make my way back to Hanuman to try other dishes and drinks! read more

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i love thai and have heard good reviews about this place for a while so I wanted to give it a try- food was Amazing!! i got the ceviche as an appetizer with my friend and it was delicious - perfect mix of sweet and sour. papaya salad is always a must when i get thai and this one did not disappoint. the main item i was excited for was the wings and sticky rice. i personally think regular white rice would have blended better but that's just my preference. unique texture and flavor that tied my experience together. the service was very nice and attentive too, and the restaurant was clean and you can clearly see the environment aesthetic is well-put together. great for future night outs with friends. read more

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Hanuman is good Thai in Orange County. Panang curry with steak is my favorite, along with their wings. I have eaten here once, and the service was great, but instead often get the food to go. Curry's are always great the next day, too. Only comment would be I wish the Khao Soi came with a protein other than chicken. read more

Parking is in a shared lot, find some no issue. Didn't have a wait. Service was very fast & friendly. I got chicken drunken noodles medium spice which were the best I've had in town. Also had some pad thai which was also tasty. Will definitely be back for more drunken noodles! My first review is from the location in Costa Mesa, I had a better experience at the Newport one! read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Newport - Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Lots of seating indoor and outdoors but can still be a long wait. Join the waitlist from Yelp if you can. Food is a little on the sweeter side. Larb and papaya salad are made sour and spicy! read more

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