This is the first time I went to this locations. It's larger than the NoHo location, but equally as…read morecharming. The service was excellent. We got there just when they opened, but they filled up quickly. Ordered the Happy Hour dumplings, and Pad See Ew, Ko Soi noodles and yellow curry. All were delicious. Portions were also generous and the leftovers tasted just as good the next day. This is my go to Thai spot when I'm in NoHo, now I can add this location as well!

Heads up! This is neither bad nor good- but you should know- the Pad Thai recipe has changed…read more Now granted, Pad Thai is known as the dish that will guarantee vary from place to place cause it's street food, right? But there is a key variable- it can either be the browner version or the redder version (Pad Thai fans know what I mean). Anajak (if you're an LA local) is the 'browner' version for context. Authentic Central Thai Pad Thai is actually light golden brown, not red. The natural brown color comes from the caramelization of palm sugar combined with tamarind pulp and fish sauce. Many restaurants- especially in Western countries- use ketchup and paprika and a chili paste as a shortcut to add both sweetness, tang, and bright red color. I can't say that's specifically what happened here- but the grainy grit of the sauce plus the color and sweetness was not the best. Rustic Spoon used to serve the browner version- you'll see it in the photos listed above from as recently as a year ago. I visited recently and discovered they've switched to the redder version. I'm not a fan personally- flavor, texture, etc. But if you love it- that's good news for you- but if you a fan of RS, they changed the recipe about 3 months ago. I switched my order to a Pad See Ew after noticing - and they were gracious and kind about it (which is why I didn't go hard in my stars review)- however the Pad See Ew wasn't flavorful, and lacked Wok Hei, it gave bland rice noodle, steam broccoli and a separately fried (unseasoned egg) thrown together quickly in a wok- no curation of flavors at all. Sigh. I'm not inclined to be a complainer at all, and don't fancy myself a tough customer at all- and compliment as highly and loudly as I critique... But in the age of inflation and local businesses struggling- I am happy to financially support- and just hope they're happy to meet me in the middle with a good meal, made with care and attention. That wasn't the case here. There are a lot of options for Thai in the Valley- I'll have to go elsewhere.

Picture of you guys are nothing but the best they have the best service and the people here are…read moreexcellent and of course the food is good

This is our go-to sushi place in the valley! Great happy hour deals, delicious rolls and the best…read morefountain soda around! Great atmosphere, indoor outdoor seating, a ballgame always on the tv. A perfect place for a casual night out!

In today's restaurant market, there are many Japanese restaurants that are good and occasionally…read moreyou find one that is fantastic. How does one determine that a Japanese restaurant is fantastic? First you start with the ambience, then you start with a selection of the menu, then you look at the presentation of each plate and dish and the creative reiteration of that dish. At Taisho which is located in the heart of the Valley in Sherman Oaks, is a wonderful restaurant with great creativity and presentation and ambience... And it hits all the marks of a truly wonderful Japanese restaurant. This restaurant is so good that even living in Orange County, what desires to go back into the valley, which is quite a jaunt. We occasionally go to the valley for family and friends and events... And from now on, we will be stopping by this wonderful Japanese restaurant. I'm going to post some pictures and let the pictures speak for themselves. If you're ever in the valley, you gotta make this one of your stops.

In the interest of fairness, I have to lead with the fact that the food is really quite good. The…read morehostess was very sweet, and even helped us change tables when we learned that we while were sitting at an indoor table, it right next to the entrance to the open patio where they have an additional 10 tables or soy. Long story short, my wife was starting to sweat so she wanted to be inside with some A/C. So far, so good. Our waiter was so awesome, but it was his first day, so understandably, he made a couple of very minor mistakes that were easily fixed. He brought out a dish we did not order (which he swapped for the correct one) and he forgot to bring the cocktail that my wife ordered. Again, no big deal. Now... the food. If you are looking for a sushi restaurant, this is not for you. They do have some sushi, but it is very limited, and frankly the options they did have were wildly overpriced. Selling salmon sashimi for $40 is a huge ask. As for the atmosphere, it's a pretty sharp looking space, with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, but they leave all the windows and doors open at all times, so if it's a warm evening, you're going to be hot even if you sit outside. Also, the music gets progressively louder as nightfall progresses, so it can be tough to have a conversation without shouting. Bottom line, if you're looking for a good sushi spot, there are half a dozen other places within walking distance that are, in my opinion, much better. If you're looking for a wider variety of Japanese cuisine, and have a few hundred extra dollars lying around, then go ahead and give Taisho a try.

My wife and I went to spicy the other day, after having driven by 1000 times, and we were shocked…read moreat how great the food was. Super flavorful, super fresh, at a reasonable price. We are now fans of spice season, and we will be regulars from here on out! If you guys out there have not tried spicy, and you like Vietnamese food, do yourself a favor and check this place out. You can thank me later, and you too, will become regulars!

I'm very conflicted about this place. It's between 3 and 4 for me, at the high 3's. I just wanted…read moreto love it since it had great reviews and the photos looked promising. The ingredients used were so fresh, you could really tell they use high quality ingredients. The food came out very quickly, and the server was attentive enough. I didn't expect it to be completely authentic, as its fusion of course. But it just really didn't have those bold Thai flavors you get at a usual mom & pop restaurant. It was sort of, for a lack of better description, a watered down version of Thai food. Nothing wrong with the food at all! Just, didn't completely wow me. Again, ingredients were incredibly fresh though, and it shows.

The sushi here was seriously delicious! The fish tasted fresh, the rolls were beautifully…read moreprepared, and everything had great flavor. The service was friendly and the atmosphere made it a great spot for a casual meal or a night out. My man rizky is the best waiter alive. Definitely a place I'd come back to when I'm craving sushi!

Amazing service, THE FRESHEST FISH, so many different options on the menu, and the staff is so…read morefriendly Rizky was a such an fantastic waiter really made the whole experience so fun (BEST SUSHI IN LA)

Oh wow! Just found a wonderful Thai restaurant near me and it's temporarily closed until May! You…read moremean I have to wait 3 months before I can taste their delicious food again?! What's a girl to do... We ordered: 1)Red curry w/chicken 5/5 2)Drunken noodles w/chicken 5/5 3)Roti Bread w/curry dipping sauce 5/5 ( highly recommend) *Plenty of seating inside and in the covered patio out front. They have full bar service if you decide to dine here. *The menu is extensive *Very clean inside *Good size portions

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.

Chicken and waffles. Always…read more Perfectly crisp chicken tenders, juicy white meat, fluffy waffle, and the most amazing cinnamon honey maple butter of your life.

Every time I come here, I tell myself I'm going to order something new, but then every single time,…read moreI can't help but order the delicious bibimbap in a hot stone bowl. I'm sure this restaurant has many other wonderful dishes, but for now, I'll never know. The wonderful service and friendly atmosphere is just icing on the cake!

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.

In the area, decided upon Rustic Spoon after looking at the number of reviews and ratings…read more Ordered the following: Lunch Special Drunken Noodle with an Arnold Palmer. The flavors were good and I appreciated how hot the dish was. I thought the sauce made the noodles a little too sticky. The chicken was good. The egg rolls were fine. Overall, the service was great. I got a refill on the Arnold Palmer and they kept checking on me.

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!