Worthy of a Michelin! Exceptional!…read more To say that this was one of the best experiences in thai food for a well traveled man like me, would not be an exaggeration! The duck curry is dense and intense with Japanese yam, a combination I've never seen before (order the curry medium spicey+). the chicken satay appetizer is double the size of what you're used to, & done to perfection. Shrimp pineapple fried rice made the perfect sweet and spicy dish. The pad se ew was done to perfection.... and we topped it all off with an Ube brulee (not exactly brulé'd but silky smooth experience all the same). Haven't taken such a long 2 hour nap on a Sunday afternoon in decades.

I had to go to a meeting nearby and needed to hit my macros. I have a friend who lives nearby and…read moreswore up and down that Rustic Spoon is somewhere I should check out. I finally made it, and well, no surprise, I am a fan. Parking Located on the corner of Magnolia and Whitsett Ave. There is plenty of street parking. But if your feeling a bit bold, there is a closed Rite Aid across the street that has a bunch of parking. Ambiance: For starters, this there is something about the decor, very classy yet casual somewhere you can have a quiet lunch and enjoy the day. I felt at home here and at ease. The staff were great on checking up on me every now and then and made sure I was well taken of. Food: There is a lot to talk about here. The name, for all accounts did not scream Thai Food, yet, I haven't had better Thai food and the area. I stopped in for lunch and they had a such a good Lunch selection and affordable ($20) that also includes a drink. I ordered the BBQ (due to macro restrictions) paired with a small salad and rice. Level with me, BBQ chicken is something I order really to test the waters and I can honestly say, one of the better BBQ chickens I have had. Though this review doesn't do Rustic Spoon much justice, I would highly recommend swinging by. I will, I would love to try some more traditional flavors such as the different curries and soups. Looking forward to the follow up!

We love Umigame. The food is always delicious and fresh and the staff is always friendly specially…read moreEmily who is the coolest server ever. Saporo is nice and chill. Happy Hr all day everyday!!!

We love Umigame Good food, good service and walkable…read more If you love soup and and sushi It's a great place to eat!

We had a fabulous Mothers Day experience! chef Anthony's creations are always amazing and…read moredelicious! Our server Gio was super attentive and friendly. Tom always goes above and beyond to ensure our visit is top tier. Thank you Taisho, Anthony, Gio and Tom

Walked in and immediately the hostesses were so friendly and funny. Best of all though, was our…read morewaitress Sarah who did not hesitate to make our tables night with a surprise while also being flexible with making our experience as best as it could be. The staff alone makes me wants to come back, thank you again to Sarah for making a spontaneous walk-in be a memorable night Food was fantastic and loved each dish in their own ways. Walking through the space and being seated in the back was lovely and the ambience only grew as the night wore on.

This is the place my husband and I go to about two or three times a week. It's the perfect Thai…read morerestaurant with amazing service -- and the food. Oh my God. Every dish tastes different, every single one is original and full of flavor. It's simply an incredible place to eat. Keep doing what you're doing -- you're doing an absolutely fantastic job! Michaela

This is the go-to spot if I'm craving some drunken noodles or Thai beef jerky. Never had better…read moreanywhere else. If you haven't heard of either one of those things then I recommend going and getting both items. Cozy little dark spot, cool for a date night if you're not trying to dress fancy. Bonus item: seafood soup (fire) The service is fast and they always recommend good items if you don't know the menu.

We had amazing service i highly recommend asking for waiter Luis. Great food great service.read more

I honestly can't believe I'm only now leaving a review for Shiki Sushi after coming here regularly…read morefor so long. This is hands down my favorite sushi restaurant in Los Angeles. We absolutely love this place and keep coming back again and again, whether it's for a special occasion or just because we want great food at reasonable prices. Everything here is so delicious. The sushi and rolls are amazing, the fish is always incredibly fresh and high quality, and their hot dishes are so underrated too. The miso soup is an absolute must every single time we come, I love it! At this point all the servers recognize us, and the staff is honestly one of the reasons we love this place so much. Everyone is endlessly friendly, welcoming, professional, and FAST. Even when they're busy, everything runs smoothly. The restaurant is always very clean, the atmosphere is comfortable and cozy, and the overall experience is consistently excellent. Shiki Sushi will always be one of our favorite spots in LA.

Wow SO good! Always driven by this place but I recently ordered late night takeout. Got the pad see…read moreew with beef and papaya salad. Portions are very generous! The flavor of the pad see ew was soooo delicious. There wasn't a ton of broccoli in the dish, but the beef was so tender! The papaya salad was refreshing and crunchy. Not too spicy, just right. I would 100% recommend this place. I would go out of my way to get takeout from here. I can't believe I've been sleeping on this place! The inside is really cute so I would maybe even dine in next time.

Pretty decent food although when you tell them you want it mild it is still spicy…read more So I would say three stars for food quality but I am leaving one star because they are always closed for some reason and no one is ever sure if it's a temporary or permanent closure. Management of the business seems to be very sketchy. Also, when they first opened, it was much better as far as quality of the plates & silverware and better later hours.

Was in town visiting our son, daughter-in-law, and our new granddaughter and they took us out for…read moredinner to celebrate the new grandpa's birthday. My son didn't make a reservation because it was a Wednesday night and he didn't think it would be crowded. But with 5 adults and a baby carriage, we had to wait for the right table because the somewhat small restaurant was full. We soon got a good spot and ordered the shrimp ceviche and the pan fried dumplings for appetizers. The ceviche was served on a bed of crispy noodles and it was refreshing and satisfying. The dumplings were crispy, not greasy, and flavorful. For dinner, we got 2 orders of japchae and 3 orders of bibimbap. With 2 Korean-born children and having visited the country, those are among our family's favorite dishes. And they did not disappoint. The japchae noodles were just right. They were not too firm and not too soft and well-seasoned. With a mixture of veggies, meat, mushrooms, eggs, and that delectable sauce, the bibimbap tickled and satiated the tastebuds. I told the server there was a birthday at the table and she brought out an excellent creme brulee with a candle in it. My husband and I didn't pay the bill. But the prices were reasonable with most of the entrees costing less than $20 each. We have four more days in town and may very well make another visit to indulge in that scrumptious food.

Where to begin... The place is unassuming, very clean and the service is exceptional. The food is…read morea wonderful fusion on Asian flavors. The shrimp ceviche is a well balanced starter. The menu is a fantastic playground of flavor for your palate. My last visit my server was Anthony and he was very busy that day but provided great care of us. This is a must try if you are in Toluca Lake area. Michelin star worthy

This restaurant came highly recommended by a local, and it absolutely exceeded my expectations…read more From the outside, it's quite unassuming, but once you step inside, you're welcomed by a warm and inviting atmosphere. The roti was highly recommended, and although I've enjoyed roti before, nothing has come close to this version. It was incredibly delicious--light, buttery, and perfectly flaky, with delicate layers that practically melted in my mouth. The accompanying dipping sauce complemented it beautifully. I'm a big fan of drunken noodles, but the version served here was truly exceptional--the best I've ever had. The flavors were rich, vibrant, and perfectly balanced. Our server was attentive, patient, and genuinely kind, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. To top it all off, the prices were very reasonable for the quality of the food and service. I would happily return and highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an outstanding meal.

Rustic Spoon - Toluca Lake…read more You're quaint and close to great. Limited parking in back, but plenty on the street this small sibling eatery to Rustic Spoon - Valley Village has a lot of those familiar beats with both inside and patio seating. I haven't been to this location in many years, but the service and eats definitely had me nostalgic. Stopping in for dinner before an event night, my friend Shaun and I enjoyed the Pad Thai (him) and their Warm Noodle (myself) w/ Tofu. The portions are smaller than the Rustic Spoon in Valley Village, but the flavors and quality are abundant. From curry to desser, noodles to rice dishes, appetizers, salads, soups, chef's specials and even a kid's menu. No wine, beer or alcoholic beverages available here, however excellent mocktails (Rose Mojito, Bloody Lychee), teas, and various classic beverages. We experienced a minor mix up with my order initially, I was brought a noodle dish with steak, but I think it was meant for another table since I don't eat meat and can't remember the last time I used steak in a sentence. It was an easy fix and we had zero other issues, aside for me leaving my bag at the table - they were super kind enough to flag us down on the sidewalk. Very clean and intimate inside with nice lighting from the street and their own special touch at night. Restrooms for customers Wi-Fi available upon request. Patio is pet friendly. Solid for groups, but absolutely plan ahead (they do take reservations). Open daily from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM and 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM on weekdays as well as from 3 PM until 9 PM Saturdays and Sundays.

Fried chicken was pretty good!…read more Would like to come back to try more items! Service was good/fine and lots of space which was nice.

Extremely disappointing experience. The staff appeared to prioritize online orders over customers…read morewho were physically in the store. There seemed to be a lack of personnel and overall poor organization among the staff. I first waited over 30 minutes on the phone without getting any assistance. After giving up, I drove to the location to place my order in person, only to wait another 30 minutes before receiving any service. At that point, the flavor of the food no longer mattered. Customer service and respect for customers' time are just as important as the food itself, and unfortunately both were lacking during this visit.

I have been craving Thai Food for the past 2 days now. I've been to this charming, cozy, pretty…read morerestaurant too many times over the years, but not for the last 3 years. According to other reviews that I have read earlier today, the restaurant is under new management/ownership. Walked in today around 4:45pm and got a very nice, warm welcome from Alex - the owner himself. He told me to have a seat anywhere that I wanted, so I did. Alex himself took my order and the food came out pretty quickly and fast. I was very hungry so I got 2 main entrées and their regular small salad with peanut dressing. Ordered their Pad See Ew with beef & shrimp that also came with well cooked broccoli. I also got their crab fried rice and stayed with my water. Both entrees were cooked really well and were hot & tasty. My only complaint was that the beef was a bit overcooked and hard to chew. A lot of to-go orders and delivery/pick up by 3rd parties. Place was SPOTLESS CLEAN, including their gender neutral restroom. They also had nice decor all around. I really enjoyed my lunch and the portions being HUGE, took the rest home for my son to eat. Parking shared with 100 businesses:-) Thank you Alex & Noodle Monster!

This place is so cute! Definitely one of the hidden gems in a Valley strip mall. It's a total vibe…read more Art all over the walls, oldies bumping. Loved the atmosphere. Their Thai iced coffee is SO GOOD. It's pretty sweet, but had lots of strong coffee to offset the sweetness a bit. The gyoza and the shrimp rolls were amazing! Also loved the sauces they were served with. For my main I got the Pad woon sen and I felt like it lacked flavor. The chicken was also pretty dry and there wasn't much of it on the plate. Their menu is so big I would definitely come back and give it another try! Food was ready super fast. Great for take out or dine in!