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    Jaopaya Thai Restaurant

    3.9 (406 reviews)
    ModerateThai, Desserts, Noodles
    Closed 12:00 pm - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 11:30 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Sweet and sour pork
    Breanna A.

    Great food, quick service ( in person and take out) and close to work so added bonus. I've visited twice in the last few months and always delicious. Nothing too fancy inside but the food is exceptional. So far I've tried the veggie egg rolls, cream cheese wontons, shrimp pad see ew, sweet and sour pork and of course the Thai tea. Everything is fresh and huge portions, you'll always have left overs. Otherwise easy street parking in front and a small lot in the back as well. A great local gem and so glad great Thai food is just around the corner.

    Maddy M.

    Man, I'm not sure what happened. Jaopaya used to be my go to! This last time they really dropped the ball. My order was wrong and the pad Thai had absolutely no flavor. I even had my husband try it because it was so weird that it didn't taste like anything at all, only oil. Also, no shrimp like I ordered (and paid extra for). Tom yum was good, but had like four pieces of chicken in it which was disappointing. Maybe it's because I ordered takeout later in the evening? Regardless, this was a complete miss for me. Maybe dine in is better? Not sure I would order takeout here again. Pretty disappointed :(

    Jessica N.

    My son always orders from here for delivery. So I decided to try it out with my mom. Place is clean, lady is nice & friendly and food is very good! Cant wait to come back and try more dishes.

    pad thai, green curry

    They have such good lunch specials and daily specials its soooo worth it. The thai tea is legit tooo. The vegetables are also soo fresh. Only street parking is available tho

    Pad Thai with Shrimp
    Helen C.

    When you're in the mood for a delicious, quick meal, the pad thai with shrimp from this restaurant is a sure bet. The bits of egg included were delicious and I ordered the dish medium spicy. There was a perfect blend of sweet and savory, with a substantial portion that was enough for two meals. I also enjoyed a thai tea along with my dinner. It was a nice addition and was delivered without ice, which meant it did not get watered down before I was able to enjoy it. The amount of sweetness in the drink was perfect. This will be one of my regular restaurants to order from, due to the convenience and the large portions.

    Yana B.

    Got a take out. It was so bad I'm not sure if it was intentional or by mistake, because literally everything we got tasted like someone dropped the salt shaker by accident and spilled half of it inside. I have never tasted something more salty. Every dish was literally nothing, but salt.

    D2. Pad Thai Chicken and Shrimp Dinner Special
    Eliseo R.

    We can here craving some Thai food for dinner. My girl friend and I had experienced their food before but through another friend of ours who recommended we order to go and we would just eat at their place. So after remembering where they were located, we decided to go. We came in hungry and ready to eat. We looked at their menu and decided to order the Dinner combination of pad Thai chicken and shrimp, pad see ew, red curry and combination fried rice. The food was so good!!!! All three of us were silent eating our food because of how good and tasty it was. The food came out really warm and ready to eat. Once we got all our food we just dove right in. We kept eating and even forgot that we ordered their Thai tea. The lady who was serving everyone was so nice!!! We were patient of course do to her being the only waitress/waiter. When she finished taking our order, she even have us looked over our order on the pad she was writing on to make sure it was right. And we definitely appreciated that. She also walked around a lot to make sure the customers and us were doing well. She even refilled our waters and Thai teas!!! She was amazing!!! At the very end, I was so full that I finally had time to look around and appreciate the decorations they had. Right above our table there were cute elephants. And I love elephants!!! The place was amazingly decorated. They do their best to keep it clean for sure!!! You can tell with the atmosphere of the place. This place is definitely a great secret place to eat at when you are wanting to eat Thai food at any given time. Looking forward to come back again to eat here and try other dishes!!!

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    Anna M.

    Got the spicy noodles, egg rolls & fried wontons with Jasmine tea. The place is cozy & small with over a dozen tables inside, parking in the back & on the street. The lady was nice & food was hot , with yummy flavors. The spicy noodles were actually spicy & really good. Wontons were crunchy & fun to eat & so were the egg rolls. The cream cheese wontons were bomb. Hot , crunchy & flavorful.

    The blandest, most tasteless Pad Thai I have ever had.
    Matt M.

    I have ordered through DD several times, and this last time was a disaster. The pad Thai was literally tasteless. Not kidding--it was like they forgot the sauce! I have attached a photo to demonstrate that the dish looks great, but look at the color--there is no flavoring at ALL in the dish. Zoom in on the noodles - lots of oil, but that's it. Have you ever seen Pad Thai that lightly colored/sauced? I haven't. Completely tasteless. I have had a *lot* of Thai food, and obviously Pad Thai and Pad See Ew are the litmus tests. This was the worst Pad Thai i have ever had. I will not be ordering from here again.

    Chicken fried rice
    Camille R.

    Mom, Auntie, and I were at a community event in Reseda on St. Patrick's day, and while walking the boulevard, we passed by a few restaurants. I was feeling Thai so I picked this place. It's was a cozy place with Thai art and decorations. The lady greeted us so gently and sweetly, I was sure it was gonna be a great meal. We ordered chicken satay, pad thai and chicken fried rice. Most pad thai's I've had get dry fast, then it's not so good. Their pad thai sauce was a little runny, but I liked it that way. It coated the noodles better. The fried rice was the blue ribbon of all the dishes. So much flavor! No soy sauce needed! I'm from the San Gabriel Valley, but if I'm ever in Reseda again, I'm making a beeline here!

    Sergio G.

    I came here for lunch and tried the pad see ew--absolutely delicious! The noodles were perfectly cooked, and the flavor was rich and savory. You can really taste how fresh everything is. The restaurant itself is super clean and well-kept, which made the whole experience even better. Definitely coming back!

    Carlos D.

    Mane What Can i say About this Spot Its a Hidden Gem Amongst my eyes where they always provide an exquisite calming service where you are provided amazing food and vibes overall i love the atmosphere and quality of the food amazing simply that way.

    Steamed vegg dumplings
    Angel G.

    They say intuition is a thing. I drove by many times, but something always made pass by, I guess that was my Angel... So, I ordered delivery . Let's begin: 1. No utensils 2. No napkins 3.No soy or spicy sauce Moving on to food. I have no complaints about steamed dumplings. Although, they were a big overdone. Pad Thai, as good as it looks disappointed me. The noodles itself were good. Good combination of traditional sweet/sour . Mets were bad. Chicken was -1 ( minus ) of taste. Like eating a rubber. Beef was with a bit of flavor but it was extremely chewy , like the worst cuts of meet, the worst ... Shrimp is shrimp , nothing to say there. On the good note, not greasy and no taste of old oil, felt pretty light. It's not bad, it's ok. 2 dishes $28 before tax. Would I do it again, I don't think so. But the meal didn't ruin my day. It's ok...

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    I really love this place. It's super delicious!!! Their chicken fried rice has a light feel to it. It's not super greasy.

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    Haven't been here in awhile so we decided come for lunch. The food was delicious . Service was excellent. We will be coming here more often.

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    Lum-Ka-Naad Thai Restaurant - Seafood 37. Pad Kee Mao spicy. Sooo good

    Lum-Ka-Naad Thai Restaurant

    4.0(1.8k reviews)
    2.0 miNorthridge
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    I was finally able to try out this spot after hearing from others how good the food is here!…read moreWalking in on a Saturday afternoon, it was very relaxed and welcoming. We were so hungry for Thai food and ordered about 3-4 items. Spoiler alert, we could not finish everything but it was all so good and delicious!!! I complemented my meal with a small Thai iced tea and it had a great blend with strong taste of their condensed milk. The plates were all so delicious and so good. I wanted beef jerky, a dish I always order from thai restaurants but I couldn't find it on the menu. Luckily there was such a thing when I ordered!!! The beef jerky was chewy and not super hard when I bit it. The meat was good quality, it was a bit like steak to be honest!!! The fried rice was also just regular order but it was so tasty, buttery, and yummy. I loved the honey roasted ribs because it was so tender and flavorful. The panang curry was also super super good. I don't usually enjoy curry like that because it gets too spicy but the mild level was perfect for my taste buds and so good and creamy with the chicken we ordered for it. The white rice it came with would be doused with the curry sauce/stew and it would just be an amazing combo of flavors!!!! I would definitely recommend this spot, and would be excited to come back here for more for even hangouts with friends.

    1) The perfect Pad Ki Mao: al dente wide, flat rice pasta deeply absorbed the smokiness of the wok,…read moreThai basil, garlic, whisper of gastrique from possibly vinegar, earthy sweet Hoisin sauce, and Umami of Nampla/fish sauce. Green and red bell peppers were flash sautéed with crunchiness, and onion slices caramelized with a touch of crispness, flecks of crushed red chiles. 2) Mi Krob: Towering Mound of thin rice noodles quick fried for crispy puffiness tossed in a sweet chile, thickened sauce. Fried dry Tōfu, bits of airy fried egg, pieces of shrimp, chopped green onions, red bellpepper slices, refreshingly watery crunchy bean sprouts. 3) Angel Wings: Pleasantly light, crunchy Panko Japanese bread crumb coating. The chicken meat filling in the deboned chicken wing is ultra puréed to the point it's a solid, gummy pâté where you can't distinguish the different ingredients. Cubed Cucumber sweet, acidic vinegar sauce, and sweet, thickened Thai chile sauce are the accompaniments. . 4) Pad Si Yu: Mostly similar ingredients as the Pad Ki Mao but without the aromatic Thai basil, and a sweet soy sauce is used for touch of fermented earthiness. Florets of al dente broccoli. To me, the flavours are duller than the exemplary Pad Ki Mao. Main dining room along with covered back patio seating. Wide window to view what's happening in the kitchen for tables near the front entrance. Good overall Thai food. 4- stars

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    Kao Hom - Kevins Boat Noodle!

    Kao Hom

    4.4(511 reviews)
    2.0 miLake Balboa
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    Kao Hom is an incredible and underrated gem tucked in a small overlooked strip next to the more…read moreflashy "Black Heart". We have been about a half a dozen times and each time the service, the food, and the ambience are excellent. I've never seen it overcrowded, and you can tell they are exceptional with take out orders. However, it doesn't reduce the attention and care you get in the restaurant. Any time there is a special dish or recommendation I absolutely try it and am delighted each time. The softshell crab is fantastic, the fish was flavorful and interesting, and the pad see ewe / pad thai hybrid dish is now our absolute favorite! There is a fantastic employee here, I think named Skett? I am so sorry not to remember his name but he is genuinely one of the best servers of all time--he just genuinely cares about our experience. Any discrepancy he took care of right away and was attentive but not overbearing.

    A hidden gem and one of the best places for authentic Thai food in the Encino/Lake Balboa area…read more I've been here a few times already and every meal has been fantastic. The chicken pad see ew is delicious - thinly sliced chicken and evenly separated flat noodles with just the right amount of gai lan (Chinese broccoli). The curry dishes have been spot on too. The panang with stewed chunks of beef fall apart nicely and were so tasty. Another delicious dish is the gai kra pow (Thai basil with minced chicken). I ordered it Thai style without the bell peppers but with string beans instead over a bed of rice and fried egg. The best kra pow I've had in a long time. Crispy pork with Chinese broccoli and salted fish is a dish not many Thai places make but it was so good here. There are lunch specials too from Monday to Thursday. I am really excited about this place and will definitely be back to try so many of their other dishes.

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    Amazing Siam Thai restaurant - 4. Tom Kha Soup Hotpot

    Amazing Siam Thai restaurant

    4.7(92 reviews)
    2.3 miTarzana
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    Amazing Siam is well, amazing! It is an exceptional restaurant with a cozy ambiance for a leisurely…read morelunch or dinner. I highly recommend this place. The food quality is artisanal and delectable and they are beautifully presented. My family always order the Pad See Ew, Green Curry, Crying Tiger, and Thai Iced Tea. The Pad See Ew and Green Curry are always good while the Crying Tiger is always a standout. Love the Thai iced tea, too! I suggest you order the Thai iced tea to go with the food at the same time or you might swill the drink until there is nothing left. Service was excellent. The staff exuded emotions of joy. If you see them smile then you smile back which equates to happiness. Food also comes out fast which is great especially when you are hungry. I like the interior. The lighting and mix of colors feel completely deliberate, structured and cozy. Honestly, environment can decide the mood. Price is reasonable for the experience you receive. The quality of food, the cleanliness, and the satisfactory service are all worth the price. Here is snapshot of my review: * Food Quality - Exceptional * Service - Exceptional * Ambiance - Good * Cleanliness - Exceptional * Price - Good Final Review: 5 Stars

    First visit ever after having driven past the area countless times over the past 20 years…read more I decided to take my wife on a lunch date. As you enter, the first thing we noticed was the nice decor and cleanliness. We were greeted by a smiling friendly face, and seated right away at a booth. She was very attentive when listening to our food and drink orders. We ordered the curry lunch special, Thai fried rice, coconut nut based soup, vegetable egg roll appetizer, and Thai ice coffee and tea. Everything was the right temperature and the flavors were great. The welcoming service and the flavors of the food reminded me of my many trips to Thailand. We will be back soon. Thank you.

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