Little Plearn Thai Kitchen is located right in the middle of downtown Berkeley, mere steps away from the BART and from the UC Berkeley campus. My family and I stopped by for a quick dinner, and I was pleased to learn that everything was pretty tasty. We ordered a pad Thai, a duck over rice, and an order of Thai suki noodles. The duck and the suki noodles are excellent! I do wish that the pad Thai had more of a distinguishing element to the flavors; they kind of melted together. Nevertheless, it was also very tasty! The restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating, and I saw that they offer a menu of lunch specials.the decor inside is cute, with bright colors and lights everywhere. The desserts looked great, too, although we didn't try them. Overall a great option if you're looking for Thai food! read more

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Stopped into Little Plearn the other day for brunch and it was SO GOOD! Both the food and the decor looked as good as it tasted, and came out of the kitchen super fast. Even the drinks were phenomenal! Couldn't recommend it enough - whenever I'm back in Berkeley I'll be sure to come back. read more

Little Plearn Thai Kitchen - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

NOTE: I'd rather this as a 3/5 strictly food and price, but mainly doing this rating because I ate here roughly a year ago. Total for green curry with chicken was $20. The service was immediate, and amazing. Yet, I do feel the price was way way over and places like Thai basil are much better. Originally for the rice I remember it being more fragrant, and fluffy. The chicken was great though. Note: this is a great date spot and a lot of dates always come here! read more

Little Plearn Thai Kitchen - Green Curry - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

Cute space! I got the moo dang and crispy pork and I thought it was ok. The bbq pork was really soft? Almost mushy? I didn't really like that texture, and the red seasoning was spread all over the rice and it became really soggy. Similarity with the crispy pork, there was also way too much sauce that came with it and created a weird blend of flavors. Maybe other items on their menu is better? I might come back and try other things, but would probably avoid this item personally. My friend seemed to really enjoy her curry noodle soup, so perhaps it was just a one off thing? read more

Little Plearn Thai Kitchen - Moo dang crispy pork - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

I had an amazing experience here and would highly recommend it to anyone! Their noodles & sauces are all made in-house and you can truly taste the difference -- we especially loved the curry dishes and I absolutely loved the pad thai / pad see ew. They also had a huge variety of drinks and desserts; the ube roti stood out to us all & was a table favorite! The interior was decorated intricately and nicely, while the servers were so friendly and attentive to our table. Thank you for having us Little Plearn Thai Kitchen!! read more

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Such a cute Thai place! I LOVE how they decorate for holidays and have themed specials on the menu! It is a family owned restaurant and they're all so so kind! The service was very quick and waiters are super helpful if you need help choosing a dish! My favorite dishes were the paid Thai, curry puff, panang neua!! This restraint is south Thai inspired so I love that there is more spice to the dishes! For drinks of course the Thai tea and the butterfly lychee drinks were amazing! Definitely will be back!!! read more

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I had the sweetest surprise dinner at Little Plearn Thai, and it turned into a full celebration. From the start, the spread was incredible, spicy wings, chicken satay, pumpkin curry, spicy catfish, Thai suki noodle soup with moodang, and fun cocktails like the Sunrise and Butterfly Lychee. Every dish was packed with flavor and felt like it came straight from the heart of Plearn herself. To end the meal, the ube ice cream and mango sticky rice were the perfect finish both comforting and delicious. Beyond the food, the warmth of the staff made the night even more special. It was such a welcoming experience, and I left feeling full, happy, and truly cared for. A gem in the Bay that I'll absolutely return to. read more

First time at LPTK on a Saturday night and the entire restaurant was packed with everyone waiting. The wait was only 10 minutes. The service was really nice and attentive. The masaman curry with tofu was light and not overly sweet like other restaurants. The roasted duck was a great dish as well. The accompanying sauce with peppers paired very well. The interior was bright with a lot of Valentine's decorations. They even had a love month menu with special drinks. Street parking read more

Little Plearn Thai Kitchen - Menu- February 2024 - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Thai restaurant with other Southeast Asian options. (Their Curry Dry Noodles are Singapore Noodles by another name.) The food is always good. Tip: skip veggies add-on's (they don't make much difference) and just go with whatever each menu item includes. Take-out containers are compostable cardboard, which is nice. read more

Cute place in downtown, gets a little busy for dinner but great food. Chicken Pad Thai (5/5), flavorful, sweet and filling Beef Pad See Ew (5/5), smoky and delicious, fresh veggies read more

Little Plearn Thai Kitchen - Pad Thai & Pad See Ew - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

Our first time here and we loved all the food we ordered and finished most of it. Service was fast. Crab Fried Rice, Duck over Rice, and Roti with Ube Ice Cream were my favorites. So aesthetic and Instagram-able inside too. read more

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Brief Summary: - A fan of the decorations inside the restaurant during the seasons - From someone with low-spice tolerance, 1 spice icon is safe. 2 spice icon dishes are spicy - Entered hungry, left content and full The restaurant is easy to spot in Berkeley because of the festive decorations seen from the windows. I love the fall and the winter seasons because of their cute Halloween, autumn, Thanksgiving, and holiday decorations. From the outside, the store appears cramped, but once inside, it's long like a hallway. We went to the restaurant when it just opened, so there were seats open for us to sit down. We got to sit near the window to see the pretty decorations on the window and a nice view of the walls. We decided to order the vegetable and rice rolls, the pineapple fried rice, the pad see ew, and my recent favorite the Tom Kha (coconut soup). While ordering the staff asked allergy questions, which was very helpful for dishes were weren't sure of. The ingredient was peanuts, but fortunately for us, everyone was fine eating them. In the order of which dishes arrived, the rice paper roll arrived first, and then the soup came in the same time. Couple minutes afterwards the pad see ew and the pineapple fried rice arrived at our table. Our favorite was the rice paper rolls because this one didn't contain shrimp. Instead, it looked like it had fried tofu, and I felt like this balanced out the roll better than the seafood protein. We also got to try the peanut sauce, that comes with the rolls and it was very delicious. My second favorite is the Tom Kha. I'm a fan of hot and sour soups, this was a new type of sour soup. On the menu, this was displayed with one spicy icon. Thankfully, it was not too spicy for me, who has low spice tolerance. However, it still required me to drink water in between and be careful of slurping too much. I have a feeling I can happily eat with food with 1-spice icon and lower at this restaurant. On the other hand, I have a relative with a high spice tolerance and they replied that they didn't feel anything as they drank it. read more

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Hidden gem in Berkeley. The food was shrimp-ly duckin' amazing!! I love how flavorful every dish was. Service and staff were very attentive. The decor was absolutely pretty with the holiday decor. My friend and I ordered the following: - fish cake - so yummy - papaya salad - refreshing - moo dang dry noodle - I would recommend! Love these type of noodles. - duck over rice - recommend if you like duck. Comforting meal. - pad Thai with shrimp - good flavor but not very spicy. Lots of shrimp. I just wished the noodles weren't so broken. - ube ice cream and roti -- loved the ice cream. - mango sticky rice -- solid choice. - sunrise mocktail -- my friend liked it! - thai ice tea lemonade -- wow I'm blown away at how good this is! Very sweet tho. I would def recommend if you're looking for a Thai spot to eat in Berkeley! read more

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Came here with my project team and had a great experience. Food was delicious and portions were huge! We shared everything family style which I highly recommend because then you get to try a bit of everything. I especially loved the classic sautéed vegetables and the pad see ew. Also loved their Tom kha soup. Everything was super flavorful and also not too sweet or oily. Really good prices and fast service. Also the restaurant was so aesthetic, loved the flowers and decorations. Will definitely be coming back. read more

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Came with my friends in the afternoon for a late lunch. Had such a hard time picking what to eat because everything on the menu looked so good! I eventually opted for the Tom Yum soup and the Mango Sticky Rice. The waitress was also super friendly and kind, joking with us because I'd ordered dessert before everything else -- and they actually served the mango sticky rice first! Overall a great experience with decent food and reasonable pricing. P.S. The mango sticky rice was great. Dare I say even better than some of the other restaurants nearby read more

Little Plearn Thai Kitchen - Tom Yum - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Update: We now go to Little Plearn any time we want Thai food! The spicy catfish and pad see ew with chicken are a couple of our favorite dishes, but everything we've had is incredible. They do such a nice job with seasonal decorations, so dining in is always a festive treat! read more

My favorite Panang curry beef in the bay. This place is so cute, cozy, and reliable. Whether I'm walking in or ordering delivery, it's always delicious and presentable. The staff really goes the extra mile to meet needs, even taking phone calls while multitasking. Everybody is important to them, and it shows. See you guys next time! read more

Little Plearn Thai Kitchen - Chicken Satay Thai Iced Tea - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Food was great, a little on the spicy side but great! Would order again and again! I ordered to go and the food was still warm and delicious and not too heavy or oily, which is sometimes the case with some Thai food, but this was great! read more

One of my favorites in Berkeley! I've only ordered to-go and did not regret my first dine-in experience. Food & Drink - 5/5 - Great portions and affordable drinks (for Bay Area pricing)! - Pad Thai, Fresh Roll, Tom Kha (small) - Thai Iced Tea w/ Coconut Milk ($6) and Singha Thai Beer ($6) Vibe - 5/5 - Impressed by the aesthetics (pink and purple flowers draping from the ceiling brought a calming effect) - Very clean restaurant! Customer Service - 5/5 - Very kind server! (She did not judge me when I ordered all this for myself!) read more

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* Salmon & Eggplant - 7.7/10 (the flavor was yummy & the eggplant was super juicy. nothing too special about this dish in particular. an additional $7 for salmon is crazy wo(r)k. presentation is rly pretty. the simplicity reminds me of something my grandma would make) * Yam Fries - 10/10 (these yam fries were FIRE. crispy on the outside, with a sweet soft inside. the sweet & sour sauce paired rly well with the fries. one of the best appetizers we have ever had. our fav thing here, we love yams. would come back just for this!) * Beef Salad - 7/10 (not as pungent as we usually like our thai salads. the beef could've been a bit more tender. this was not spicy at all. could skip this one) * Pad See Ew - 7/10 (we've had better pad see ew in berkeley. the flavor was good but not as strong as Imm Thai or Ratcha Cafe. the carrots & american broccoli threw us off. we like our chinese broccoli in this dish) * Thai Iced Tea - 7/10 (nothing special. the color was pretty tho) read more

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This cute little spot has been providing authentic Thai food for the community over 30 years. My favorite dish from them was definitely the papaya salad and the duck. The decorations inside and the the color scheme was so beautiful. You'll need to come and take a look for it yourself. The customers varied from ages and ethnicity, so you know this place is definitely the date night spot. I took the wifey here after we did some sightseeing in Berkeley. The food came out quick and the host/workers were very cordial and friendly. Wifey loved the the beef pad see ew and the pumpkin curry. Can't go wrong with the yummy Thai ice tea! Until next time, Tiger Out read more

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Really tasty spot for local Thai food located one block from campus. Sweet and friendly service. Cute little vibe inside. We enjoyed the Vietnamese iced coffee, fresh rolls, bbq pork and the mango sticky rice. Everything was fresh and flavorful. We expect to be back often. read more

Thai Suki noodle soup and Panang Nua are standout dishes. The Thai Suki offers a perfect sweet and sour balance with generous meat. The Panang Nua is exceptionally comforting--a rich coconut milk broth with tender beef, red peppers, zucchini, and green beans. It leans sweeter than spicy, but the basil adds a refreshing brightness. The Fried Spring Rolls are excellent--crispy, not overdone, with fresh cabbage. Thai Iced Tea is perfectly executed. Mango Sticky Rice rounds it out well. A comfort haven. read more

Thai-erd of the same boring lunch or dinner? Well, you definitely want to check out Little Plearn Thai Kitchen in Berkeley. Located a couple blocks from the UC Berkeley campus, this Thai restaurant serves traditional Thai food using recipes from their grandma Plearn who opened up her original restaurant, Plearn Thai Restaurant, in Berkeley back in 1982. Walking in, you'll be greeted by the amazing staff and the restaurant is very cutely decorated. They have an extensive menu full of Thai deliciousness and you can't go wrong with anything you pick (trust us..more details below). The best time to visit is definitely going to be starting next week for Berkeley Restaurant Week. We had an opportunity to sample the 3 special dish sets that Little Learn Thai Kitchen has ready for Berkeley Restaurant week and we guarantee you won't be disappointed by any of them. Each set comes with a full Thai meal that can easily feed 2-3 people and a drink. We absolutely loved the food and appreciated the well balanced variety of flavors and spices in each bite. We really enjoyed the food and the service and definitely will return the next time we're in the East Bay as this is now our favorite Thai Food spot in Berkeley! They are also apart of Berkeley Restaurant week where you can get the sets here as well for a short time between March 21 - March 31, so be sure to stop by to get this great deal! read more

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Came for a casual lunch when I was in the area for a weekend. The flavors were authentic, the service was great, and the prices were reasonable. Tried the Pad Kee Mao, which had a perfect balance of spicy and savory flavors. The pumpkin curry was equally delicious. The curry had a light creamy consistency and the sweetness of the pumpkin was nicely balanced with the addition of fresh vegetables. Also enjoyed the crispy pork over rice. The pork had a crispy exterior which gave it a nice crunch and paired well with their homemade sauce. Lastly, got the mango sticky rice for dessert. Does not look like much from its presentation, but the rice had a nice sticky texture, while the mango was just ripe enough. There is street parking in the area but it's a hit or miss to find a parking spot. The closer ones were all taken in the afternoon so had to park a couple blocks away. read more

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The perfect cute little spot in Downtown Berkeley to grab a bite to eat! The interior is decorated beautifully and it gives a cozy atmosphere. Their menu is pretty extensive with so many different options to choose from. I like how they highlight different Thai dishes that aren't as popular/ common to order. Service was quick and efficient and took the time to make sure everything was great! I really enjoyed their Yellow Curry and Fried Tofu. read more

Little Plearn Thai Kitchen - Fried Tofu - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Edible but would not refer family or friends to unless you're desperate for hint of real Thai flavor.

While many businesses and restaurants shuttered its door during the pandemic, this place managed to stay open for 30 yrs. I remember walking by when I used to work in Berkeley in my 20s, never ate there. I back to working in Berkeley and came here for restaurant week on my lunch break. It's a small spot, and two serves, but very efficient. I ordered their set classic thai street st. I thought since to was a special menu it would be smaller portioned as they were trying to give a taste. Different pre-fixes Not so. It came out on this big plate with enough food that I had to take some home for dinner. This was like home cooking. I also ordered a Thai iced tea. They did a different version and it looked like an orange cream drink. But it appears they line the glass with condensed milk, which makes its more sweeter than thai iced tea that most of us are used to. It was good, but a little too sweet for me. I returned again as I was needed to get a break from the job. I figured it was raining and so not many people would be there. Wrong. People from the BPL book fair were there, as well as students celebrating close to graduation, but as usual the staff were quick. I settled on pumpkin curry, was of my favorites with brown rice (which was more purple). It came with spring roll and salad. Flavor was good, although I found the pumpkin a little dry. Portions still big and I had to take my left over to go. Good authentic food and staff all the way around. read more

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During the Berkeley Restaurant Week, they offer 3 sets (Pa-Plearn, Classic Thai Street, and Go Green) ranges from $39.99 to 45 that comes with 5-7 dishes and a drink. From the famous pad thai, satay chicken with peanut sauce, to roti dipped in red curry (my fav) and finish it off with sweet and creamy Dirty Thai Tea or refreshing Matcha Cucumber Mojito! I usually don't drink Thai tea bc I prefer green thai tea but the thai tea here was actually really good. I love their ube ice cream roti and mango sticky rice. If eating ice cream with cookie is too sweet for you, roti is the perfect alternative! Both desserts had the perfect level of sweetness, "not too sweet" as any Asian would compliment. read more

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in my top 5 of pad see ew in the east bay. the portions are very generous. the restaurant is always pretty busy when i go but the service is good read more

Little Plearn Thai Kitchen - Chicken Pad See Ew - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

I never would've noticed this place if the place that my boyfriend and I initially wanted to go to was too busy. So we walked on Shattuck and found this little gem! Such a cute restaurant with delicious food and great service! The portions were hefty and everything was so flavorful. Definitely one of my favorite places to get Thai food from! read more

Little Plearn Thai Kitchen - Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I think we may have found one of the best places to get Thai food in Berkeley! Little Plearn sure was little, but all tables were constantly full throughout our visit - which is great considering it was a week night and pouring rain! Service was great, the dishes were packed with flavor, and prices are very reasonable for the portions given. I highly recommend adding this place to your list if you're in the mood for Thai food! * Beef Pad See Ew * Chicken Pad Thai * Curry Puff * Panang Nua * Chicken Satay * Chicken Rad Na * Papaya Salad * Beef Tom Yum (large) * Spicy Fried Rice * Pork Red Curry * Chicken Yellow Curry * Garlic Wok w/ Crispy Pork Belly * Spicy Wings * Ginger Sole * Mango Sticky Rice * Drinks: Thai Tea, Vietnamese Iced Coffee, Sunrise Mocktail, & Mint Mojito read more

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A Berkeley staple! This place has a such a cute vibe to it and is a perfect place for some good eats. They decorate it based on the season and time of the year. The place is cozy with just enough seating even though it can take a minute to get a table. I personally always get something different when I come, but their seasonal pumpkin curry is delicious. read more

This is a cute little Thai place in Berkeley with a small but cozy seating area decorated with wood and paintings. The prices of everything are very reasonable and, unlike many of the Thai places in Berkeley, they serve outstanding soup. We ordered two soups which ended up being a little heavy towards the end of the meal. If you come here with a group, split a soup between many people as an app. The tom kha is simply amazing. Outside of soup, there isn't anything too special about this place. Everything else is fine, and the food gets served quickly enough. Considering this is in Berkeley, I would say this is a very good Thai restaurant. read more

Little Plearn Thai Kitchen - Tom Kha - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

Little Plearn Thai made us feel at home. They are very welcoming. Love that they even shared the history of the restaurant, about grandma Plearn. Everything we tried was so good, but my favorite is their curry puff and their curry noodle. They even surprised my sister because it was her bday. I love this place! read more

Came on a Wednesday night for dinner and we were able to get seated quickly. Dishes came out so fast and server kept refilling water for us, which was nice. Pad see ew was not too oily and so flavorful, my favorite dish. Fresh spring rolls with peanut sauce is a great starter/appetizer. Roasted duck over rice was nothing special, but still decent. The portions are huge, so the dishes are perfect for sharing. read more

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Came for dinner on a weekend evening, and it wasn't too packed when we arrived! Just a few minutes later though, it got a lot busier. We were seated at a small table near the door, and were given menus and water immediately. I got the pumpkin curry with tofu, which was so good!! The curry was super flavorful, had the right level of spice, and contained plenty of veggies and tofu. It was cute how they plated the rice within the curry, which meant the bottom was extra flavorful. Service was fast and friendly as well. I'll have to come back and try more of their menu! read more

Little Plearn Thai Kitchen - Pumpkin Curry - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

(4 out of 5) Panang nua Panang nua Panang nua If you go here you HAVE to get it, it is a 11/10. All the other things I got were average, but not bad by any means, service here was Fantastic and very welcoming. The ambiance in there so super nice very austhetic and modern while still having a great Thai twist! Seating in there is very close to one another which I see is a pretty common trend for restaurants like this in Berkeley so if you're shy and not ready to be shoulder to shoulder you might be pretty uneasy being here. But I do suggest this place and when you come make sure to get the Panang Nua!! Also make sure you say Rothyy sent you! read more

Little Plearn Thai Kitchen - Tom Kha Panang Nua Specialty Thai Fried Rice Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Underrated spot for Thai in Berkeley. We ordered the pad kee mao lunch set, duck over rice, and papaya salad. The portion sizes were pretty big for the Bay. The lunch set was one extra dollar for a side of salad and fresh rolls (so pretty worth!). Our server was also so sweet and chatty. read more

Little Plearn Thai Kitchen - pad kee mao lunch set (comes with salad and fresh rolls) - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I came here with friends for dinner on a Saturday night and was seated right away. The inside of the restaurant is on the smaller side but was super aesthetic- decorated with florals and a cute mirror. The food itself was reasonably priced, but I sadly found the Pad See Ew only average. It was good Thai food, but I do believe there is better in the Berkeley/Bay Area that has similar prices. However, I did have a nice time at dinner and our staff was super friendly and nice! read more

Little Plearn Thai Kitchen - Pad See Ew w/ Chicken - Thai Near Me - Berkeley, California