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    Thai By Trio

    4.1 (464 reviews)
    ModerateThai
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for groups

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    THAI YELLOW CURRY ! Yummy
    Melinda B.

    I was so impressed by this restaurant. The decor is so cute! I love the home-vibe plates with roosters on them. Very charming. I liked all the murals. Only thing that was distracting and a maybe negative was how loud the restaurant can get. Due to the acoustics inside, every clang of a glass, every silverware hitting the plate, every voice or laugh were amplified and it almost was overwhelming. Aside from that - the food was all delicious. I tried the pineapple fried rice, bbq pork fried rice, yellow curry and tom kha soup. I loved all of it. Despite the noise I am very excited to return and bring a friend. I'll know what to anticipate! Another strong positive was our server was such a nice man! He was kind and attentive with a friendly disposition which is always, always so nice to experience.

    Thai green milk tea
    Hannah C.

    A go-to spot with great food conveniently located right by USC. I've visited innumerable times over the past few years, and every visit has been amazing. The interior of the store features beautiful decor and plenty of seating. It tends to get pretty busy with students on weekends, but there's never too long of a wait. The service is standard: the waiters do tend to rush along your meal. I've tried a variety of dishes here, and they've all been fantastic. I love the classic pad thai with chicken. The Thai red curry is another delicious option, a sweet and spicy coconut curry with bamboo shoot and bell pepper. The portion sizes are generous, and each meal is seasoned to perfection. For dessert, the mango sticky rice is solid, and the mangos are always perfectly sweet and ripe. Definitely one of my most frequented restaurants in LA, and I've never had a bad meal here!

    Berry tsunami
    Nichole L.

    Love love love this place! Went with some friends and got an array of things to share. We loved it all. The mango sticky rice is a must when you're there! It's so creamy, flavorful and all hits the spot. The spicy rib eye salad, curry fried rice, pad see ew, pho,and edamame are on the savory side. Then the tom kha soup and curry are on the sweeter side. While the mango chicken and fried wontons and pork bites with their respective sauces are a great combo of sweet and savory! The only thing that I least enjoyed was the berry tsunami because the first few sips tasted like medicine but after some mixing and after the ice melted, it tasted as fresh as the berries mottled and the one on the rim. 10/10 would recommend!

    HAINAN CHICKEN BUDDHA DUMPLINGS DRUNKEN NOODLE
    Harry V.

    Went to Thai by Trio for lunch with friends and was so impressed! The Buddha dumplings were the best I've ever had--light, flavorful, and topped with an amazing green curry sauce. The Hainan chicken was juicy with a perfect citrus dip, and the drunken noodles had that sweet, tangy, authentic Thai flavor. The staff were super nice and gave great recommendations on our first visit. Easily one of my new favorite Thai spots in LA!

    DRUNKEN NOODLE
    Anton F.

    Been coming here for years, have ordered several items off the menu. Take out, dine in or delivery, one of my "go-to's" in this neighborhood. The food has been consistent over time and the service and staff are good people. The restaurant moved to a better location 2 blocks away, if you enjoy Thai food, this is a good option in the area. Some of my favorites are the dumplings, spring rolls, Pad Thai, Yellow Curry, drunken noodle with a thai tea. A nice laid back and comfy spot for lunch or dinner.

    Small soup spilled on me
    Leslie C.

    My order was a Take out and they didn't have the sauce I prefer but the paste... didn't care until I got home and opened it. That when I burned myself. It's filled to the top. So be care if you're ordering online or take out. The food was okay. The service can be better. Very clean.

    DRUNKEN NOODLE
    Asia C.

    I always recommend this Thai spot to anyone - but it's definitely a go to spot if you are a USC student! Food = Amazing and great pricing/portions. Service = Great but typical LA experience where they try to ask if they can take your plate when its semi-empty. Employees are very hospitable and kind! They bring the tap to pay mechanism to your table. Ambiance = Moody dim lighting, and the wood accents make for a great experience. Very high ceilings and love to come chat with friends here! My go to = Drunken noodle mild spicy level with beef and a thai milk tea! Parking = yes! go into the side street. My recommendation 5/5 come back!

    Decor
    Michaela V.

    Great friendly service! Quick to seat. Easy payment with Apple Pay available. Beautiful clean restaurant and clean restrooms. Plenty of seating and fabulous for groups. The lunch special was a great price and portion. Very delicious food. I got the Thai yellow curry and added some chicken. It was very delicious. There was also a lot of plant based options and the food was very customizable. I got to choose my spice level and protein. The side salad came with a delicious sauce and the egg rolls had a delicious veggie filling. Overall wonderful experience and I'll definitely be back.

    DRUNKEN NOODLE
    Anna H.

    Thai by Trio is very convenient for large groups of people, especially since they have a lot of big tables and the food is served very quickly. We had a group of 10 and were seated immediately. I got the drunken noodles with beef and it had a good level of spice and sweetness, but I wasn't a fan of the quartered tomato (??) and the raw cabbage that wasn't incorporated into the dish otherwise. It would also be better with a bit more vegetable, since I felt the ratio was otherwise off.

    Valerie E.

    This place has amazing Thai food, we tried the Tom kha soup and bbq chicken and papaya salad which are our usuals at any Thai restaurant but this place was outstanding. We were impressed. The alcoholic beverages were tasty as well. I'd recommend if you're looking for a pretty affordable option with a super nice ambiance. The service was friendly and quick even on a busy afternoon.

    THAI GREEN MILK TEA

    The young girl with glasses was extremely rude. I went in to order egg rolls, mango sticky rice, and a Thai tea. They didn't have the sticky rice, so I changed my order to just Pad Thai. She rang me up for egg rolls, Pad Thai, and the tea. I corrected her, saying I didn't want the egg rolls, but she insisted "they're already making it." It had been less than a minute and I hadn't even paid yet. When I asked to cancel, she made a big fuss, ran to the back, and started speaking in another language with a hostile tone. Meanwhile, another older woman (who I didn't realize was an employee because she was playing on her phone) suddenly barged in front of me to use the iPad without saying excuse me, even bumping into me. Very unprofessional. When the girl handed me my drink, she didn't say a word, then turned her back on me as I left. Horrible service. I should've cancelled the whole order. Customers aren't obligated to pay for something just because it was "already input" within 20 seconds.

    SPICY RIB-EYE SALAD
    Scott L.

    Thai by Trio - A Go-To Thai Spot Near USC Thai by Trio is hands-down one of the best Thai restaurants in the USC campus area. Located conveniently near University Park, it draws a steady flow of students and locals alike--for both dine-in meals and quick to-go orders. The interior features a clean, modern design that balances comfort and style. Whether you're grabbing a casual lunch or dining in with friends, the space feels inviting. The food is consistently flavorful and generous in portion size. Some favorites from my visits: Chicken Satay (4 pcs): Perfectly grilled and served with rich peanut sauce, this makes for an ideal starter. Spicy Rib-Eye Salad: A standout dish with tender steak slices that are full of flavor and paired with fresh greens and a spicy kick. Mango Salmon Salad: A refreshing and well-balanced dish--grilled salmon filets with mango slices and crisp veggies make it both light and satisfying. Thai Milk Tea w/ Boba is very popular among the desks while I think it might be too sweet. For mains: Pineapple Fried Rice and Phad Thai are excellent choices. Both are served in generous portions, often enough for two people. The Phad Thai features a sweet-savory balance with a crunch of peanuts and customizable protein options. Green Curry is aromatic and creamy, while the Red and Yellow curries pack more heat--too spicy for my taste, but perfect for chili lovers. Rice would be offered with the curry. Tom Yum Soup is an option too, though I found it a bit too heavy on spices, leaning toward an overpowering profile. Service here is consistently warm and efficient. The staff are friendly and the food is prepared quickly, making it a great option even on a tight schedule. Parking is available in the covered lot behind the apartment complex, which adds to the convenience--something rare around campus. --- In summary, Thai by Trio offers a great balance of taste, price, and speed--a dependable choice near USC for satisfying Thai cuisine.

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    They close at 945pm not 10pm false advertisement- I guess the kitchen has a party to attend at 10pm lol kitchen closed

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    The food is great. It is a little pricey, but delicious. The restaurant is gorgeous and very relaxing. Staff is great also.

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    Many dishes offered without soy or gluten?

    I'm sure u can ask for them to not use soy or gluten. They were very accommodating when asked to omit it for me. You may want to call ahead to see if they have a soy substitute, I went gluten free ordered rice noodles.

    Is this different than Trio house?

    nope! trio house just moved down the block and re-branded a little bit!

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    White Elephant

    4.4
    (272 reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    Came for a weekday group lunch. When we sat down they only offered us the regular menu. We had to…read moreask for the lunch menu. SMH. The regular menu is quite expensive with the cheapest at $17 for appetizer and salad options and most expensive at a whooping $80. The lunch menu was more affordable but still on the pricey side $21-$32 with add on options. The waitress was taking our orders and what surprised me was with my co-worker ordered the pad see ew and the waitress asked her how spicy she wants it. I was aw shocked. I'm not a Thai food expert but I do know pad see ew is a noodles dish that's offers a sweet soy sauce flavor. Never served spicy. I didn't get to try the dish but when I asked my co worker how it taste she said it was spicy and not sweet at all. I'm not sure that was an authentic pad see ew. I ordered from the lunch menu and got the tumeric chicken, with steamed vegetables and paid extra $7 to substitute for a papaya salad. I asked for #2 spice level but it was not spicy at all. Other co workers said they asked for medium but it was way too spicy. So it looks like their spicy levels are inconsistent. I'm not sure how this restaurant can justify the prices with the quality they are serving. Probably won't be back. Service was mediocre. Didn't offer to refill our waters. Parking is metered parking or paid lot.

    I came here because I was seriously craving some mango sticky rice and this was nearby and still…read moreopen. The rice was piping hot and the mangos were sweet and soft, drizzled with a generous serving of sweet coconut milk. Personally, the rice was a bit too soft for me and the coconut milk was a tad too sweet, but it still scratched the itch I had for mango sticky rice. I went close to closing so the staff could only offer me takeout, which was fine. They were friendly both over the phone and in-person when I picked up my order. I'm only dinging it a point because of its high(er) price point. I would be down to go back again to try out their entrees next time though!

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    Thai Food Express

    Thai Food Express

    4.1
    (166 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $

    Ambience: I came a Friday after work and it was not busy at all. I enjoyed it. The elderly woman…read morerunning the front (Tang) was sweet, inviting and welcoming in a genuine way. I felt like I came to eat and my mom's house. They take Debit Card and Apple Pay WITH a pin only. I forgot my wallet and paid with Apple Pay. It did not have a place for tip which made me feel awful. At the end I apologized and she was like "it's ok, next time." And she was genuinely fine with it. She reassured me not to worry about it. So I'm determined to come back to tip her because if anybody deserved a tip it was her. I ordered Pad Thai with tofu- I like to order peanut sauce on the side and the woman found it interesting and struck a non judgmental conversion about it. I could really tell she was genuinely curious. This was my favorite dish. It was good. I also ordered spicy fried rice with tofu and spicy panang curry with vegetables. I chose 4 out of a 6 for spicy and it was not spicy at all for me. The rice was fine, nothing extraordinary and nothing bad. The panang curry was yummy. I don't know if it's regional but it was very light in taste and light in thickness. BUT I enjoyed it for what it was. Felt like I had gotten home made chicken soup or something like that comforting and not overly processed. Maybe it's because I ordered it with no protein and just vegetables. I ordered a lot of food so I explained to her that I was going to eat some and take the rest to go. When she brought the food she brought it nicely packed without a bag. She also brought me a real plate and utensils to eat here. She let me know that when I was ready she'd bring a bag which I thought was thoughtful. She also made sure to say "take your time, no need to rush. We close at 8" and it was 5pm. Again, it felt genuinely nurturing, she wanted to make sure I felt taken care of and welcomed. It meant a lot because I was frazzled from forgetting my wallet and from having a hard day at work. This was my first time here and it won't be my last. There is a small lot on site. Prices were very reasonable.

    We love this place. Pad Seeuw, Pad Thai and Orange Shrimp with Steamed Rice will definitely keep…read moreyou going back ag as in and again. 100,000 stars!

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    The view from my seat. The kitchen and counter for ordering and paying are in front of me.
    The view from my seat. The kitchen and counter for ordering and paying are in front of me.
    Pad Thai with tofu. It was yummy. I ordered it without egg.
    Pad Thai with tofu. It was yummy. I ordered it without egg.
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    Au Lac

    Au Lac

    4.3
    (1.3k reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    10 years in business

    Amazing food. Never disappointed. Love the sustainable packaging on most items. I will continue to…read morebuy their food. Me and my 3 kids LOVE it!!!!

    Twelve years ago, I fell in love with Au Lac and wrote a glowing review. Living on LA's Westside, I…read morerarely make it to Downtown, so today was my first visit back since then. I can't believe it's been 12 years--and I'm so happy to say it was every bit as incredible as I remembered. My friend and I came for lunch. I ordered the vegetable pho, and she had the curry rice. Both dishes were absolutely delicious--fresh, flavorful, comforting, and beautifully prepared. Honestly, I wish we had more time because we had another appointment downtown. I would have loved to try more dishes and definitely dessert! Our server was wonderful--friendly, attentive, and incredibly professional. He checked on us at just the right moments without ever feeling intrusive. The service was as impressive as the food. The restaurant has such a warm, relaxing atmosphere. I especially loved the beautiful ceramic water cups with bird designs--they were so unique and charming. Even the water tasted wonderful! I'm thrilled that Au Lac is still thriving after all these years. If anything, the food tasted even better than I remembered. I certainly won't wait another 12 years before coming back. In fact, I was so impressed that I convinced my husband to come with me next Saturday for dinner! I've tried many vegan restaurants over the years, and Au Lac remains my absolute favorite. My favorite on the Westside is Variable Café, but if you're willing to drive a little farther, Au Lac is on another level. I can't recommend this restaurant highly enough. Whether you're vegan or not, this place is truly outstanding. Five stars without hesitation!

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    Sticky Rice Echo Park

    Sticky Rice Echo Park

    4.0
    (939 reviews)
    3.7 mi
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    Ambiance is really unique and surprisingly cozy despite the summer heat, service was friendly, and…read morethe Panang fries were really really good!

    i love mangos. i love rice. and i love spiking my blood sugar. this is why thai food is my favorite…read morecuisine. yet i've got my whole panang curry, pad see ew, and tom yum obsessions WITHOUT EVER TRYING MANGO STICKY RICH. granted, i'm always WAY TOO FULL to order dessert. they do NOT skimp on portions at thai restaurants the hospitality is unreal. but this is unacceptable some mango is my fav fruit. i got an ube mango sticky rice at a food festival one time, but it was cold and pretty standard... that was my only impression of it. NOW FLASH BACK TO HERE. i to echo park only seeking dessert and my friend SHOVED ME over to this tiny cute little establishment. little did i know my upcoming flavor explosion. the sticky rice was WARM, coconutty, sweet and absolutely melted in your mouth while still holding firm, not necessarily mushy. i almost shed a tear. it was STEAMING. and the condensed milk drizzled on top went above and beyond... it was definitely coconut that added just another level of tropical warmth ugh. and those MANGOS??? GIRL ITS APRIL, NOT SUMMER??? yet they were the sweetest, softest, most decadent mangos on planet earth. with that bit of mint, every bite had me in ecstasy... and a food coma. THIS is mango sticky rice. and i WILL be back. also, tell me why i just sat down next to Ian from Smosh. that man's been loving thai food since youtube's inception... and obviously he has impeccable taste *fangirls*

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    4.4
    (889 reviews)
    4.4 mi
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    This is one of my favorite restaurants in Silver Lake area to bring my family to. They have outdoor…read moreseating and are dog-friendly, which is perfect for me because I usually come with my child in a stroller and my dog. I love sitting outside, especially in the evening when the weather is pleasant and the atmosphere is relaxing. Most importantly, the food here is bold, authentic, and packed with flavor. Every time I visit, I order the fried chicken wings, pork jerky , som tam (papaya salad), and a spicy soup called Tom Saap. These dishes always remind me of my trips to Thailand. This is definitely a restaurant I would highly recommend, whether you're looking for great Thai food, a family-friendly spot, or a place where you can enjoy a meal with your dog.

    I tried eating there and was told to use the QR code menus. My guest and I didn't have any cell…read moreservice (Verizon) and saw other guests struggling to connect. We asked for a paper menu and were told it's not updated and the waitress walked away. We asked if they had WiFi and the waitress said we could try and said the password was something on the menu with no spaces and walked away again. We couldn't connect to WiFi and had no way of knowing what food was available. Very strange experience. There was one big table of people and one or two other small groups. It wasn't very busy. I genuinely felt like they did not want me there and that I was inconveniencing the staff. We just walked out.

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    Ruen Pair

    Ruen Pair

    4.0
    (2.3k reviews)
    5.5 mi
    $$
    Established in 1996
    Family-owned & operated

    My favorite Thai food in all of LA, if not the whole country. Delicious sweet and crispy grilled…read morepork, tangy and fresh papaya salad, snappy and rich Isaan sausage. Everything here is just so good. Try the morning glory vegetables with crispy pork. It is SUPER good here. The portions are huge and everything is so authentic tasting. It's tucked into the corner of a Thai town food complex. The service is friendly and the ambiance is fun and chaotic. I can't wait to go again.

    It's been years since I've been here. I remember I really liked it and it's known to be one of the…read morebest Thai joints around. Unfortunately, I recently took my family there who was visiting and we were underwhelmed. We came on a Sunday afternoon and while it was busy, we only waited a few minutes. It took a few minutes to order after being seated. All of the food came out pretty fast. The best dish was the Morning Glory with Crispy Pork. The Papaya Salad wasn't tart enough. It seemed like it wasn't marinated long enough. The Bbq Pork noodle dry smelled really bad to the point that we couldn't eat it. In fact, we had to order Fried Rice instead since we couldn't eat the noodles. The Pad See Ew was just okay. I'm disappointed as I really wanted my family to be blown away by the food and it didn't happen. Maybe the kitchen was having an off day. There's a small crowded valet parking lot right out front. We found street parking a few blocks away. Be mindful that it's in the east side of Hollywood, so it can be sketchy and dirty in the surrounding neighborhood.

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    Pad Thai and papaya salad - excellent!
    Pad Thai and papaya salad - excellent!
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