Open on July 4th! That alone deserves 5 stars, just kidding! Seriously, the food is truly…read moreoutstanding -- spicy flat rice noodle with beef (pad kee mao) is not overcooked like some other places ("Thai Central" in Thai Town) and has the familiar texture and 'wok air' of the Cantonese beef chow fun. The traditional pad thai is also excellent. But our favorite is the Thai curry bowl (comes with white rice)....it's the curry dish for people who don't like curry...it's that good! The satay chicken skewers are a perfect appetizer.

Smaller place than look in the picture. We got there in time with a biggest table near the entrance…read morethat 2 guests were able to leave in a minute. We've 5 people which fit well for that table of 6. Food portions are little small for that price. Taste was not bad but nothing that had made me remember. Only thing was Pad Thai noodles were pretty good & chewy in texture so not too bad. The chicken skewers were not much flavor & dry. Dishes were a bit oily. It's pricy for their portion & probably not returning for that & flavors weren't kicking. DID I MENTION ADDING BEEF (chicken is free) TOPPING TO CURRY ORDER IS +$3 & SEAFOOD I think was $8! Another thing was unhappy with them is CHARGING 20% MANDATORY TIPS! So be careful & read before you pay! We came because of Moom 48 closed today/Monday! They've better price, normal to bigger portions of food, haven't tried their lunch special yet & much bigger restaurant than here.

This Thai restaurant is located E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA…read more My family decided to go here for dinner, We parked from the back for more available parking. As we entered from the back, I could see you can sit outside patio too, I was very amazed at all of the unique authentic decorations. This Thai restaurant is super clean & their restrooms, highly organized & attention to details. As we are seated I can tell this is a very arm, friendly, chic, classy and elegant place! Neung was our waitress, she asked if we had any questions and we did! She answered them all beautifully. There are some many dishes to choose from : Appetizers, Soups, Salads, Curries, Stir Fry & Veggies, Fried Rice, Pan Fried Noodles, Noodles Soups, Grilled BBQ, Cold & Hot drinks, Pot of Tea, beer, white & red wines, desserts. They also have lunch specials here too! We order appetizers egg rolls, Tofu soup small, Panang Beef with white rice , Pad see ew tofu, no egg, no broccoli substitute carrots. Their portions are great here & so was their prices! Everything was delicious, mouthwatering! I never had a big chunk of tofu in my soup before, but it's was so delicious with the broth! Neung was making sure if we needed anything , she was on it! Neung was so very polite, sweet, caring , king, very genuine, down to earth! Neung has this positive upbeat energy about herself that really radiates! She is Shining Star! Her shine will never fade! Please treasure her greatly! I would love to Thank Neung for fantastic & memorable visit! I would also like to thank the other workers who helped us ! Thank you Daisy Ming for a wonderful visit ! I'll definitely tell all my family & friends to come and visit! Please be kind and courteous to these hard workers!

Always a treat!! Service a fast and friendly!…read more Food is always outstanding. Ambiance is lively...tables are close and it's a tad loud but it's a lovely local place

Food very good, service very nice, awesome everything good ,place very nice, and everything nice…read moreand good Gbu all

Good food Good service…read moreModerate pricing Relatively quick I think the food at dinner is better than the food at lunch. Both are good. I have been coming here for years and it hits the right combination of price, service, food quality and atmosphere. Good for chatting and lunch meetings

Title: Finding Redemption in a Bowl: Authentic Pho & Value in Playhouse Village…read moreRating: 5/5 Stars After a disappointing experience a few months ago at another spot just a few blocks away (where we were served pho with udon-style noodles - and no, it wasn't fusion), I was hesitant to try pho in Pasadena again. But my partner has been coming to Ginger and Spice for two years, so we stopped by for a Tuesday dinner around 7:00 PM. This place restored my hope that authentic Vietnamese flavors can actually be found in Pasadena. The "Hidden Gem" Context: Located right on Colorado Blvd in the heart of Playhouse Village, a versatile spot for coworking office spaces, shopping, and local restaurants, this place is easy to miss amidst the flashier, high-end dining options nearby. But don't let the unassuming storefront fool you; this is a Playhouse Village anchor for locals who know where the real value is. The Food: - Fresh Spring Rolls ($7.85): We started with these (shrimp option, though they have tofu as well for vegetarians). Super fresh, served with peanut sauce, though I dipped mine in the fish sauce from my salad for that extra kick I grew up on. - Beef Pho ($14.45): The dish of choice for my partner, this was the redemption I needed. The broth was excellent - honestly the best pho I've had in LA so far. My partner loved it, and I deeply appreciated that they used real rice vermicelli noodles (unlike my last experience). I generally avoid beef, but I tried this and could immediately taste the work of an experienced chef using honest, traditional flavors. - Note: If you like heat, I'm planning to come back for the Spicy Pho next time. - Grilled Salad with Pork ($14.00): Since I was feeling cautious about the pho, I opted for this salad (sticking to my preference for lighter fare). It was fresh with an excellent crisp to the greens, and the pork had that signature savory marinade that pairs perfectly with fish sauce. The Menu Quirks (Know Before You Go): While we stuck to the classics, the menu here is notably broad. - The "Fusion" Angle: Alongside authentic pho, they serve a full American breakfast (French toast, eggs) and burgers. It feels a bit like an identity crisis, but the locals swear by it. - Vegetarian Friendly: Unlike many old-school spots, they offer a dedicated Vegetarian Broth and tofu options for the pho and salads, making it a legitimate destination for vegetarians. Service & Vibe: The staff was memorably friendly and efficient. It was a bit warm inside, so we grabbed one of the tables right outside on the sidewalk. It made for a nice, casual evening watching the Playhouse Village foot traffic go by. Verdict: In a neighborhood where lunch can easily hit $25+, Ginger and Spice is the "Value King." At around $14.50 for a bowl of pho, it is significantly more affordable than competitors nearby without sacrificing quality. If you want authentic flavors without the "fancy facade" markup, this is the spot.

Came here on a Saturday at around 11 AM just before the lunch rush. My friend is a vegan and found…read morethis place on Yelp after searching for vegan options. The menu had a little of everything for everyone (meat, veggie, vegan, etc). My friend ordered the vegan banh mi and I opted for the chicken banh mi. Food wise, the banh mi's were pretty decent. The portions are pretty big (I only ate half) and the prices were decent for Pasadena. The bread was nice a crunchy but the banh mi was lacking in vegetables and the chicken was a bit dry. My friend seemed to have enjoyed the vegan banh mi (tofu banh mi) and her matcha drink. The place is a nice little spot with a few tables. Service was great! You order at the counter and then find a seat. When it got closer to 12, there was a lunch rush and many people walked in. I noticed alot of people were ordering pho even though it was about 85 F outside haha. I would like to come back and try the pho! For two banh mi's + 2 bags of chips and a matcha drink, the total came out to be around $38 after tax and tip. If you're in the area looking for decent Vietnamese food with vegan and vegetarian options, this place is worth checking out!

The food here is always super tasty and portion sizes are generous! There is plenty of well-spaced…read moreseating, and the service is casual and always friendly. Not to mention the A/C was blowing just cool enough, too! My only comment on the pho is that it could have come out a "little" hotter temperature-wise. But, the beef broth was so tasty, and the portion was so substantial, it didn't matter that much. Pictured: Passion Fruit Black Tea, Pho Đặc Biệt / Special Beef Noodle Soup, Spaghetti Squash Gỏi / Spaghetti Squash Salad (This was a treat! Crunchy, flavorful, and light)

05/16/26 Saturday…read more Stopped by around 2 PM and it was quite empty so they allowed us (4) to be seated while we waited for another friend to join us. Upon entering, it felt a lot more modern and hipster than the Nha Trang in San Gabriel which feels more like a hole in the wall place. I had just gone to the Nha Trang in San Gabriel the weekend before so it was quite the shock to see all the items $2 higher. The Bun Bo Hue here doesn't include the blood cake for free like the one in San Gabriel. Instead, it costs $1.50 extra. However, they offer unlimited noodle refills here but you can't take any of it home. Do note veggie refills cost extra too. The noodles here are thicker than that in San Gabriel. They were chewy. I would say the broth seems more salty and a little less flavorful, maybe because I didn't add the chili sauce on the side. I do like that they put it on the side since I don't handle spice well. The highlight Tom Hoa Tien (shrimp and taro egg rolls). They were so crispy and fresh. The shrimp paired really well with the creamy taro. The sauce was a nice touch too though it tastes great without as well. Service was good, but I would've preferred if they offered some more napkins. Also, it was unclear if we could take home the soup (with some leftover noodles) if we got noodle refills without being charged since they mentioned we'd be charged if we take it home. In the end, we ate all the noodles just to be safe. Street parking is limited in the area. We parked in a nearby paid parking structure (Play House Parking). Overall, I much prefer the San Gabriel location.

My husband and I came here for lunch, and we had a wonderful experience! We ordered the fried rice…read morelunch special, which came with soup, salad, and an egg roll. We also ordered the papaya salad with shrimp and the chicken Tom Yum soup. Everything was absolutely delicious! The flavors were spot on, and every dish tasted fresh and well prepared. The papaya salad was perfectly balanced--not too sweet and not too sour. The Tom Yum soup was incredible. My husband usually doesn't eat soup, but he loved it and kept commenting on how flavorful it was. The fried rice was also excellent, and the lunch special was a great value for the price. On top of the amazing food, the customer service was outstanding. Everyone was friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. We will definitely be coming back. I can't wait to try more dishes from the menu. Highly recommend!

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!…read more I was honestly so impressed. To be fair, I haven't been to many Thai restaurants that I didn't enjoy, but this place really stood out. The quality of the meat was excellent, and every dish was packed with flavor. The service was calm, friendly, and attentive. I was actually surprised by how quiet it was because the food deserves a much bigger crowd. What really blew me away was the portion size for the price. The servings were huge and such a great value. We had enough food to easily feed 5-6 people, and the bill was still incredibly reasonable. I'll definitely be coming back!

Me, my hubby and our friends were walking around OLD TOWN PASADENA one night when we stumbled…read moreacross THAIM. We wanted to try their food so badly because we ALL love THAI STREET FOOD but, at that time they were not open yet so today my hubby was in the area and decided to ORDER for PICK UP... FISH BALLS: 10/10 Delicious!!! If you are a fish ball or fish cake fan you will love this APPETIZER!!! The fish balls are so nice and bouncy!!! The green chile sauce that comes with it is so HEAVENLY!!! I wish I could buy a whole JAR of the sauce!!!! KRAPOW BOWL (ground pork): 9/10 The Krapow flavor was delicious!!! We also added a Thai style fried egg. It came with pickled cauliflowers and fish sauce. My husband doesn't like string beans and they were able to customize it for him... PAD THAI (FRIED TOFU): 7/10 I love the fried tofu very much! They are very generous with the portion. The only thing I would recommend is to separate the fried tofu and leave the box open so it will not get soggy sitting on top of the noodles. I have to be honest and say I could not taste the PAD THAI sauce in the noodles. There was no flavor in the noodles. I don't mean to hurt the chef's feelings and I apologize if I did. I hope my honest comments will help them improve this dish because we LOVE PAD THAI... SERVICE: 10/10 Excellent and very friendly service! The owner is very kind, humble and welcoming!!! AMBIANCE: 10/10 Very bright, modern and vibrant restaurant. I can see it clearly from a mile away!! Let's show our support for this delicious THAI RESTAURANT with a very PASSIONATE and CARING owner and hardworking staff... I wish them a lot of SUCCESS and I can't wait to come back to try more dishes!!!! SAWADEE CA THAIM!!!!!!

I have been wanting to try this place out since they opened. Now that I did I can give you my…read morehonest review. Thaim is a cute little spot in Pasadena with limited seating. The staff is kind and they are very attentive. My only grievance was that some of the main items took forever. We went in on a Friday night around 8 pm. I went with my family, my husband and kids. We started off with the fried chicken wings and mango sticky rice slushy. Everything was good and we were off to a good start. Then my salad came out. I wanted to wait for the kids to get their food before I started eating but they ordered pad Thai and pad see ew. After I was done with my meal- about 20 mins later their food came out. The staff was apologetic and I get that they're a newer establishment and it will take time. However, if you're not in a rush then this place is perfect. The food is definitely delicious. I may wait to come back though.

Upon recommendation, I decided to visit this restaurant with a friend. We really enjoyed the…read moreslippery shrimp ($24.50) and Szechuan (orange) chicken ($22.50). Bowls of steamed rice cost $2.50, and we each got one. Portions are generously large and worth the cost; we took leftovers home. The tea offered to us tasted good. The slippery shrimp had a nice crisp with a pleasant blend of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. There's a slight spice from the red chili that felt mild on my tongue. This was our first time trying out the dish, and we liked it the most. The orange chicken tasted solid, and it had a slightly crispy texture. For some reason, the rice had an aftertaste I wasn't familiar with, but it was still fresh. There was a fortune cookie at the end of our meal. I'd come back for the slippery shrimp and order something other than the orange chicken. The restaurant opened at 11:30 am, and we were one of the first customers to dine in. The ambience was quiet and relaxed, but they got busier as many more people arrived. Service was good as the staff packed our leftovers in containers for us. Our server asked us where we were from as he was used to seeing regulars during the time we visited. Before we exited, we took some time to see framed photos of celebrities who visited Yang Chow before, including Conan O'Brien and Magic Johnson.

We've been loyal customers of Yang Chow for over 20 years, but we will never give the Pasadena…read morelocation another dime. We placed a large order including slippery shrimp, Szechuan beef, and wonton soup, but the chicken lo mein arrived with charred pieces and tasted terribly burnt. ​When we called, the manager, Phil, was incredibly rude. He demanded we drive 30 minutes back just to return the noodles for a refund, defensively asking, "What else do you expect me to give you?" When we tried to reason with him and reminded him of our 20-year loyalty, Phil literally said, "That's not my problem," and "I don't care." ​Everyone knows that businesses are struggling in this economy, and a manager with this kind of attitude is definitely not making things any better for the restaurant. It makes zero sense to treat a 20-year regular like a scammer over a side of noodles. Phil's horrific attitude and total lack of accountability just cost them a lifelong customer. Avoid this location.