We tried this spot for the first time while in L.A and the chicken pad Thai + the pork fried rice is what we ordered... it hit.

Delicious and friendly spot for Thai food with a lot of options on the menu! Friends and I loved everything we got here: morning glory with crispy pork, crispy pork, chive cakes, massaman curry, and pad see ew. I'd recommend this spot for anyone looking for tasty Thai food in a casual ambiance with a wide variety of food. They also have some tea options from Ding Tea available. Free parking lot makes this spot even better! read more

Thai Central is a relatively new Thai place in the core of Thai town offering generic, if unremarkable, Thai dishes in an unassuming atmosphere. I stopped by on a late Wednesday morning after calling in a Chicken Pad Thai order ($14). Service was friendly enough and they quoted 15 minutes which was accurate. The Chicken Pad Thai was fair but with only a small amount of chicken and a surprising amount of Tofu on the bottom (!). While I understand tofu is often half the protein in this dish in Thailand proper where resources are scarce, this is the first time I've seen this in a US restaurant. Flavors were ok but not strong, lacking the punch of sourness and savory I'm accustomed to in this venerable dish. The inside was clean but had an odd off-smell. Price ($14) was not outrageous but pricey for a mediocre Pad Thai and expensive compared to the many other restaurants in Thai town that have lunch specials. While not bad by any means, I wasn't impressed by Thai central, and recommend patrons visit one of the many other restaurants in the area. Thai Patio, next door, is a far superior option for flavor and value. Food: 3/5 Ambiance: 3.5/5 Service: 4/5 Value: 3/5 read more

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I love that I sent thai central their crispy. Pork was really really good and that's all really. we tried the ribeye that was good read more

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Solid and polished Thai restaurant in Thai town with a wide variety of traditional dishes. My friend and I shared: - Spicy Curry Catfish: This was good and flavorful. We got it at medium heat which was already pretty spicy. I wish there were more tender and succulent pieces, most of the pieces were cooked well-done. - Crispy Pork: This reminded me of chicharron and it was good, but I wish it wasn't so dry. Would've liked if their meat was succulent and juicy. The dipping sauce was good though, but pretty spicy. We also got these dishes with a medium rice which was a good portion size for 2 people. The interior was clean and nicely decorated. The service was generally good, although a bit understaffed. For parking, there is a paid lot outside, but can be free at times. Overall, a generally good Thai restaurant but nothing mind-blowing that stands out from other Thai restaurants. read more

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One of our favorite Thai spots to eat at when we are in the LA area. Their boat noodles are so authentic and flavorful. Food came out pretty quick and friendly service. read more

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Had the Moo Ping bbq pork skewers and Tom Yum soup and they were both delicious love the acidity in the sauce and soup. Thai tea was also bomb. Reasonable prices. 10/10 read more

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Best thai food ive had in a minute. Everything was seasoned perfect. The staffsas verry friendly and the ambience is perfect for date and or family gathering. read more

Stumbled upon this Thai Food joint today and decided to try some of their dishes. First of, the decor is beautiful and reminded me of Thailand. The service was great, friendly and polite. I ordered 3 dishes; Fried mackerel with chili dipping sauce and veggies, Pork blood soup, and Somtum with sticky rice. The food overall tasted good. I appreciate that they have variety of Thai food on the menu. I think what stand out about this place is that they are selling authentic Thai food but even if you are not super familiar with it, you will still find dishes that you can enjoy. I would definitely go back and try some other dishes. read more

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Boo was our server she was so nice said take your time ordering. Everything we ordered was delicious. The shrimp soup was flavorful but a little too salty for me i just added some water. The pad thai was good my favorite was the crying tiger beef! It was tender and i liked all the greens. We got some minced pork it came with white rice. My friend joyed his thai iced tea. We came early at 10:30am not crowded midweek...i plan to go back and try more items from their menu. Oh their condiments on the table looked pristine soooo clean here. read more

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I like this place! Granted, I've never tried the other Thai places in this plaza, but each time I've dined here I've been satisfied. The service is prompt and friendly enough. We've ordered the sausage, pad see ew, drunken noodles, pad gra pow, and the thai coffee here before. My only gripe is that I think the rice noodles for the drunken noodles was a little soft for my preference, but the flavor was good. The thai coffee was sweet and strong, and the sausages I liked more than I thought I would tbh. Very good! My favorite thing about this place is that when you ask for extra spices, they give you a little bit of everything they have in small togo sauce containers. And I dump everything in my food. And let me tell you, there was one of them, I couldn't tell which, but it was spicy!! And that's how I love my food. The bathrooms are single bathrooms (men and women), the inside is spacious and the workers work hard. Don't forget to visit the Thai snack store next door, too! read more

Thai Central Cuisine - Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Thai Central in Thai Town is so good it's no surprise it's rated so highly. Hands down, they've got the best catfish I've ever had--crispy, flavorful, and just next-level. The service is always attentive and kind, but the food really steals the show. We went all in and tried the beef pad see ew, fried fish, spicy catfish, fried rice, chicken satay, Thai iced tea, and mango sticky rice. Every single dish hit, no misses. Come hungry, because the portions are generous and the flavors are bold. This isn't one of those spots where you leave wishing you'd ordered something else--it's all solid. This has officially become my go-to Thai spot in Hollywood--I'm here 3-5 times a month. It's that good. If you're looking for flavorful, authentic dishes with great service, this is the place. Total must-try. read more

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Came for brunch after hiking in Griffith Park. Very good chive cake and Tom Yom seafood soup. The drunken noodle was too soft and broken up but had good flavor. Loved the large assortment of hot sauces and condiments on the table. Next time will try other places in the plaza (Thai gelato, crispy pork, and a Taiwanese boba shop!) read more

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My family, friends, and I used to come here often because the food was always delicious. Unfortunately, the quality has gone downhill over the last few visits. Today, we came back and ordered four dishes. Two of them were Rad Na, and they were absolutely terrible. The taste was so bad that we barely touched them and ended up taking them home. The other two dishes were just mediocre and nothing special. To make matters worse, the server working today was rude and seemed to have no idea how to properly serve customers. Her attitude made an already disappointing dining experience even worse. This was the final straw for us. We will not be coming back. If the owner wants this restaurant to succeed, they should start by tasting the food being served and ensuring it meets acceptable standards. Staff members with poor customer service skills and bad attitudes should also receive proper training. Very disappointing experience overall. read more

I really enjoyed coming here for dinner! The interior is modern and comfortable - most of the tables were filled. Staff are very friendly and got us started right away - I loved their pad thai here - it comes with fried egg on top, and the noodles were perfectly cooked and flavorful. I also really enjoyed the drunken noodles with crispy tofu - it was the perfect amount of spice! The curry was delicious as well. It's located in a plaza with several thai restaurants - I'm glad we chose this one! read more

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Cute place with nice low-key vibe. Ordered the Tofu Pad Thai and the noodles used were like Ramen noodles rather than the noodles usually used in Pad Thai. Would prefer more sizing options with the boba drinks as the only size they had is what other establishments would consider a "Large". Overall would try this place again...starts to get busy and packed around 5pm. read more

Your standard Thai street food among the many in Hollywood. The good thing about this restaurant is their canteen style food selection that is reasonably priced and has a fair variety to choose from. read more

Ordered takeout from here. This wasn't bad but this also wasn't good enough to revisit. Holy Basil - way too much oil. Like old oil too. There were pieces of chunky basil in every bite. Not really ya girls THANG! Chinese Broccoli w/ beef - Chinese broccoli dish was a little too salty and one note but that's what you should expect if you just order vegetables. My issue is it taste like a very pro-am meal. If this was a free catered meal I'd be happy. read more

Thai Central Cuisine - Holy basil. Way too oily and too much basil. - Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Saw @VicAndJeff go here and the food looked amazing and it is! Delicious crispy fried chive cake, pad Thai, pad woon sen, boat noodles (spicy and made me sweat!), and my favorite dish here...Spicy Lime Fish soup!!! The staff are friendly food is above average for Thai Town! Ambiance is also simple and colorfully lively. read more

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Situated next to the Thai snack market, Thai Central Cuisine caught my eye and seemed worth a visit. The Pad Thai, while flavorful, leaned toward the soggier side, and the green curry was pleasant though not particularly memorable. The standout dish was the crispy pork -- well-seasoned and nicely executed. The setting is casual and modern rather than traditionally styled, offering a comfortable spot for a relaxed meal. Service was courteous but unremarkable. Overall, Thai Central Cuisine delivers a decent dining experience, though it falls short of leaving a lasting impression. read more

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One of the better casual Thai places in Thai-town. Dishes and flavors are a step above average with good portion sizes and decent value. Medium spice level is on point and not catering to a more subdued tastes. Noobies need to stay with mild. Pad Thai, which usually is a good litmus test, passes my taste buds. Soups are bright and fresh, and many other dishes are not overly seasoned. Ingredients are fresh, and not too skimpy on proteins. Dine-in is slightly better than take-away, but their kitchen is quick either way just as long as delivery is working timely. read more

Ruen Pair has been getting awfully busy lately so we decided to try this spot which was located in the same plaza. I'm so glad we did because we now have another great place to add to our Thai food list. We kept it safe with everything that we ordered just to test the waters. Overall, everything was really good. The weak points were the pad Thai and papaya salad. However, the fried rice and khao soi were really tasty! Their service is so attentive and kind. I would definitely come back here! Parking is free before a certain time, but valet starting around the evening time. Might as well take advantage of the valet and visit the gelato shop across the way for dessert! read more

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* Price: $20 on average per dish due to inflation. The portion is still generous and good for sharing. 4 stars. * Ambiance: small restaurant but clean and cute. They has some outdoor tables on pavement. 4 stars. * Location: Hollywood Blvd, Thai town, in a small shopping area, many restaurants around. Parking is challenging around this area. Parking in front of the restaurant is free before 5 pm. After 5 pm, $4 (no bad). 4 stars. * Meals: quality and authentic. Everything is so fresh and delicious. 5 stats. * Services: excellent. There is only one lady taking orders and serving with a smile. She also gives good recommendations to guests and constantly checks on guests. 5 stats. This place is still our favorite Thai restaurant in town. My favorite dishes are papaya salad with crispy shrimp ($19.99), fried rice ($17 to $19), drunken noodles ($17), parang curry ($19). We finally tried the whole fish (about $37). The whole fish was coated with salt and grilled over charcoal. The skin is very crsipy but the meat is very moist. It is served with vermicelli rice noodles, wrapped with lettuces, mints, cilantro and dipped in fish sauces with crushed green Thai chilly. My mouth is watering just from writing! It's so good! This dish takes 25-30 min to prepare... so order it as soon as you sit down. We can't wait to come back! read more

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I ordered the papaya salad with pork belly and a pork hock stew (or pork feet stew--can't quite remember the exact name), and both were absolutely delicious. The papaya salad was perfectly seasoned, and the pork belly was incredibly crispy. The pork hock stew was rich and flavorful--definitely a must-try. Their servings are pretty generous, which makes sense since Thai cuisine is often served family-style for sharing. For example, we ordered a medium-sized rice, and it was a lot more than expected. So just a heads-up--the portions are quite big! If you visit, I highly recommend these dishes. Just a heads-up--if you have a shrimp allergy, make sure to let them know. Other than that, the service was great, and the food was excellent. I'd definitely come back! read more

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The things we ordered were alright. Cute plating, clean interior, unique selection of entrees that differed from your typical thai restaurants. Sizeable portions. Food came out quick. There's outdoor seating for tables of 2. Ordered: Pad thai shrimp $16 - Tasty, but could use more spice. Thankfully there was an array of spices, dry chili flakes, and pickled chilis. best thing 7/10 Yen ta fo $16 - acquired taste. Tart... interesting aftertaste. The broth wasn't mine or mom's favorite, but the large rice noodles and combination of ingredients was pretty good. Wouldn't get again, though I'm glad I tried it. 5/10 Spicy curry catfish $18 - slight kick was nice but also slightly salty. Has bones, fun to nibble on. 6/10 Thai Tea $4 - not too sweet. Small White Rice $3 Self parked for $6 on a Saturday afternoon around 4PM. Valet would have been $3 for 1.5 hours or so. read more

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Been here twice now and just love it. Everything comes out so darn fast and I haven't had one bad thing on the menu. You can walk in without a reservation. Steamed Lime Fish: amazing and so sour, get this if you love lime! Papaya Salad with Crispy Pork: their papaya salad is very good, got it hot. The pork on the side was crunchy, a perfect contrast to the salad. Crab fried rice: a staple, as expected. Drunken Noodle: good and spicy, another staple dish. read more

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Thai Central Cuisine is the [relatively] new kid on the block! My friend and I pulled into this plaza, valeted the car (this lot is always valet) and were sat right away. No wait on a Saturday night was awesome, but the place quickly did fill up. It's newish...but it's popular! With such a huge array of items on menu, it was so hard to pick what to order. Trust when I say, I'll be back to try more. Might I also mention, their menu was very high quality! So fancy like a book quality! Before I digress anymore, on to what I ate on my first stop in... Thai Crab Cakes ($15) - I hadn't ever had these before but enjoyed thedeep fried, round crab and pork filled tofu skins. Liked this dish but unsure if I fifteen dollars liked it. Crispy Pork ($16) - My favorite of the dishes. I mean, it was crispy pork belly so it's hard to go wrong. However, they cooked it well and I liked dipping it in the sweet & sour sauce that came with the crab cakes. Stir Fried Thai Basil Over Rice ($14) - Tons of ground meat which we added, delicious taste and great balance throughout the dish. Service was friendly and very detail oriented. It was slow getting our check but other than that, perfect staff. It gives me old school Thai Town vibes but upgraded to more modern decor and service. I'm down with it all at Thai Central Cuisine and can't wait to try more! read more

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Our first initial visit was great, then would come here occasionally for our Thai fix because everything about this place reminded me of home. Came here during TLC new year and the experience this time was not what I expected. I wanted hot water but they didn't want to serve it to me but continued to offer me bottled water. I understand you're trying to make extra money for the holiday, but this is actually a turn off. Then we were greeted with a different menu that they had printed out where the prices were different from their daily menu. The muscles were also not cleaned properly. Just seeing their intentions during new years really threw me off. I guess I'll have to continue on another search. read more

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Bar raised. This place is very delicious and hits the spot. You can pretty much order anything and you will be happy foodie heaven read more

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Delicious food, we got the crab curry and miso soup with shrimp dumplings and it was superb! Thai spiciness is hot so I would ask for mild spice. Great service as well as nice ambiance read more

This Thai restaurant is becoming one of our favorite go to places!! We love everything in the menu, but the true standout is the fried tout, from its crispiness, taste, and sauce, it'll be love at every bite. The service was great and the staff were all as sweet as can be! Try to come early because the place can fill up fast. We'll be back again soon! read more

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We came for dinner and ordered a few dishes: crispy pork, fish, and boat noodles. We found the food to be pretty good, and I liked the crispy pork the most. It is a little dry without the sauce, but I thought it tasted good overall with good texture on the skin. I recommend getting variety of dishes and having them family style! read more

Thai Central Cuisine - Crispy Pork - Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Pretty good food overall! I appreciated the variety of their dishes, including some that are not typically seen in Thai restaurants in America. My boys played it safe with some pad see ewe and enjoyed it a bit. I thought it could have used a little more char on the noodles, but they liked it. They also got an order of moo ping, which was super tasty. We also got Thai som tum, which was pretty tasty and definitely freshly made. I tried the yentafo, and it had a good flavor, though I would have preferred a little more sour and a little less spice. The toppings were great, and I loved the blood cube - very hard to cook right. I like how they also give options for noodle sizes. I only got 1 shrimp in the bowl, which I found odd. Very friendly service. One of the servers looked mortified because she spilled water at me right before I paid the bill, but she was very gracious about the whole incident. read more

Thai Central Cuisine - Yentafo - Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Post hiking at the Hollywood Reservoir, our party of 4 wanted some tasty grub in Thai town. What's nice about Thai Central Cuisine is that the restaurant is fairly larger compared to the hole-in-the-walls that populate Thai town. I love hole-in-the-walls, but sometimes you want a more comfy experience. We got there around 6pm on a Saturday, and there was plenty of seating. We ordered a few things family style to try: the Khao soi, papaya salad with shrimp, Pad thai with squid, and their crispy pork belly. While I'm not a big fan of Khao soi, my dining compatriots were and they all really loved it. It is thicker and creamier than Khao sois we've gotten at other restaurants. The papaya salad was also good. The crispy pork belly was very dry, but the green sauce they provided helped it along. Service was friendly and the food came out fast. They didn't ask about spice levels when we were ordering so the only thing that felt like it had some heat was the Khao soi. Parking: street or valet in their lot (with validation: $3 for 90 min). The Thai gelato place (Kanomwaan) in the plaza across from the restaurant is so good!!! read more

We found our new Thai spot! The food was so effin fresh! Everything was perfect! Lovely service, with a clean and open environment. Overall a great experience! read more

Thai Central Cuisine - Not pictured: eggrolls Po Tak Spicy seafood soup, chicken satay, Moo ping pork skewers, Kua Kai chicken stir fried noodles. - Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The food was good, but not the service! First of all, when someone is allergy with anything, you better write a note or making sure the food is right before bring to customers. Second, when you see the customer leave no tip on the bill, you should ask if there is anything wrong with the food or the service, not tell customers "in america, you have to tip when dine in". We did leave cash before paying. Lastly, since we got seated and the food was brought out, the service was below average. Defn never come back! read more

Thai Central Cuisine - Pad Thai, Tom Yum Soup - Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place was absolutely delicious! They had great authentic Thai food and everything tasted great. The service was nice and fast and the ambiance was welcoming. The boat noodles was hearty and spicy which was perfect. The catfish was also well made and crispy. The papaya salad was delicious. Great experience! read more

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This is our regular spot. It was very busy today, but the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. The atmosphere was great with pleasant music, and the food was delicious as always. Thank you! read more

The food selection and quality are amazing!!! Wonderful staff and great ambience and location. I can't wait to go back. I ordered the ribeye steak salad, noodles, and a delicious beer. read more

Thai Central Cuisine came highly recommended by a friend, so I was pretty excited to check this place out. Admittedly, I hadn't heard of this restaurant before, though it does seem to be relatively new. Located in the same plaza as Ruen Pair, there's lots to do and see in the immediate area. Overall, I thought the food was pretty good. Not my favorite in Thai Town, but definitely solid. The four of us ordered a wide variety of items to share, and each was delicious (unfortunately I didn't get a picture of all of them). The ambience was nice, and service was OK. Our waitress was friendly and the food came out relatively quick. read more

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