Sad, sad, sad is how I feel writing this review and how I felt dining in for lunch on a Tuesday…read more The restaurant uses the kitchen at the Mt Tam Racquet Club. Their days there aren't consistent. That's a bit frustrating. I walked in today and I grabbed a menu, which did not include the specials that I received via email, and I sat at a high top. The only server helped the woman that came in before me, and then he piddled around behind the counter before coming over to me and asking if I wanted to eat. I get emails from East meet West so I know they have specials and what they're serving. I inquired about the differences between the two hamburgers. And he looked at me confused. I said I can't pull up the menu on my phone because I'm not connected to the Wi-Fi, but you have two different burgers on the online menu can you please let me know what the differences are. He went and looked it up on the computer and came back and said one has lettuce tomato onion and the other has coleslaw. I'm pretty sure the seasoning in the meat is different. I decided to go with the Pad Se Ew with chicken. And I asked for some crispy wings to go. The food was good. I enjoyed it. It was fresh. It had good flavor and here's the kicker. I would've ordered maybe three dishes to go except their to go containers are Styrofoam which one, is the most unhealthy product you can put food in especially warm food and two, Styrofoam containers are illegal in most Marin county cities. Apparently Larkspur is not one of them. I'm surprised that the chef who puts out delicious dishes would compromise the integrity of his food and put it in a petroleum-based product. So, I asked the server if all the takeout containers were Styrofoam and and he replied yes and I said I would like to cancel the chicken wings because I won't accept styrofoam for my food. I was a bit shocked when he brought the chicken wings to the table and I looked at him and I said I canceled this order. He took the dish back to the kitchen. The server brought me the check and I gave him cash, because I like to pay cash to small businesses. I also like to tip cash. He didn't have change. He said he had to go get some and I said would it be more convenient to pay with a card and he said yes. So I handed him my card. He ran it. He asked if I wanted the receipt. It already printed out so I said yes and I said where do I put the tip and he goes oh, you need to put the tip on the original copy that I gave you. Apparently at the Mt Tam racket club you have to tip before they run your credit card because after they run it you can't add a tip. If East meet West can find a location where they're open at least five days a week, can find servers that actually know what they're doing and don't offer toxic takeout containers, this restaurant would be a fine addition to Marin.

Discovered this place this afternoon on Yelp and was curious to try it out. I placed my order…read morearound 2 PM ish and this place is open at 5pm. I got my order confirmation for 6:15 - 6:35pm. My order arrived a few minutes early just in time for our dinner as I cooked other things and wanted to have them with Tom Yum Goong. Since it was my first time ordering from here, I only ordered Tom Yum Goong (small container) for $8 and added shrimp/prawns for extra $4. I also ordered their dessert, Roti ($7). I was worried if the roti would be too small so I ordered and guess what, they showed up in 4 big pieces! Here's my honest opinion: Tom Yum Goong was cooked in a different style, it actually reminded me of how my grandma cooked Tom Yum Goong. Besides choosing meat or vegetables in your Tom Yum, you can also choose how spicy you want and I went for level 3 (which I regretted not picking the 5) it wasn't so spicy but not bad either. I also LOVED the roti. It was quite sweet but I couldn't stop eating. Will definitely order it again! I have seen other dishes on the menu that I'd like to try so until next time!

Authentic and flavorful…read more Walked in randomly. Will be waking in purposely. I am pretty picky and this was good.

My boyfriend and I ordered the pad see ew the food was really good the vegetables definitely needed…read morea few extra minutes to be perfect! The service was okay the man at front took our order went to the back never saw him again unless someone else came in or dropped of our order. The ambiance was really pretty I wish the place got more attention as it is very beautiful on the inside with painted walls of Thailand, some seating areas could've done with a little extra cleaning but it was still really pretty to see. What bothered me was when we were given our food and we stepped out we saw we didn't get utensils, so I went back inside and was handed a plastic fork for myself and chopstick for my boyfriend. Yes my bf, he is Asian but it still felt a little awkward that he only gave him chopsticks when I had asked for two.

We celebrated my daughters college graduation here. They were very accommodating and the service…read morewas top notch. Great place to eat. Our guest of about 30 was well taken care. Delicious food, great ambiance and first class service. Can't ask for anything more.

First of all - the ambience is so unique! It's whimsical yet tasteful and the vibe changes…read moredepending on the season. If you value elegant but not pretentious wit and atmosphere - this is the place for you! Second - the service is fantastic. Once you enter the place, we were greeted with a welcoming energy and our server was absolutely lovely - super attentive but not "on you all the time". Just right. And lastly - of course - the food is just outstanding! All the Thai classics you wish for but presented in a modern way. Everything we had (we shared an appetizer player and a couple more dishes) was so flavorful, the dips were to die for (I asked for extra to take home with me!). Will I be back! Yes!

We had to go out and my friend was watching the kids so I wanted to order Chinese delivery for…read morethem. My usual local spot is Hulu Wa, but as I tried to put in an order, I discovered that Hulu Wa is closed on Saturdays! China Villa was the only place o found that I could put an order in first delivery through their page directly, not DoorDash, which I try to avoid. (The delivery was ultimstely contracted out to door dash, but at least I tried). Anyway, my daughters loved the noodles and pot stickers. They left me vegetables, which tasted fresh and lightly sauced--not soggy. Overall, a decent option for the area.

My food arrived with a piece of metal wire in the noodles…read more The lady on telephone refused to to acknowledge there was a problem because I ordered uber Eats. And tried to blame the driver

This place was a pleasant surprise. Prompt service, reasonable prices and great food. The staff is…read morevery polite and on top of their game. The place has a natural feel with natural woods, traditional decorations etc. Very warm and pleasant. A common service test is the water glass test. They passed it with flying colors. My glass never even got close to getting empty. Check this place out. You won't regret it!

My family and I were first-time visitors to this gem of a restaurant…read more Tucked away in a corner of the north entrance of Sausalito, this place exceeded our expectations. The restaurant is very nice, clean, and inviting, and each table was set with plates and silverware in preparation for all incoming guests. The service offered by all four employees who welcomed and assisted us was OUTSTANDING! Our waitress, Winnie, provided excellent service and was very friendly, hardworking, and attentive. The food we ordered, Kung Pao chicken, Kung Pao prawns, and crab & cheese puffs, was flavorful, fresh, and well prepared. We are leaving here happy and extremely satisfied with our dining experience.

The restaurant is simple and small, when you get your food it's huge and delicious. Service is fast…read moreand pleasant

Food is excellent. Fast service and I've never been disappointed…read more Every time I order a take out, they always give me some freebies. Tonight, they gave youtiao, and it just made my night. My absolute favorite: egg yolk golden prawn.

A delightful experience! The ambiance at Harmony is…read morebeautiful and uplifting, coupled by service that is warm and inviting. The food is fresh and delicious, with creative offerings of organic and vegetarian options. The restaurant owner, Norman, is friendly, and always makes our family feel welcome. He is a kind human being, who cares deeply about the well-being of the community. Norman has even generously offered to donate food to the greenroom table at our charity's next benefit art/ music event. Thank you, Norman and Harmony! You make this world a better place.

I've passed Harmony countless times and always assumed it was some sort of furniture or home décor…read morestore (the West Elm adjacency is misleading), so I was genuinely surprised to learn it was a Chinese restaurant. I went in curious and optimistic -- unfortunately, the experience fell flat almost immediately. Upon entering, no one acknowledged us or greeted us at the door. For a restaurant that presents itself as modern and slightly upscale, that lack of front-of-house awareness was noticeable and set an awkward tone from the start. We ordered the vegetable cake, a dish I'm very familiar with and usually love. Texturally, it was decent -- soft inside with a lightly crisp exterior -- but the flavor missed the mark. It tasted under-seasoned yet strangely heavy, with an excess of oil that lingered on the palate. Instead of feeling clean and balanced, it felt weighed down. For context, Palate Garden Party executes this dish far better: brighter flavor, better seasoning, and far less grease -- and at a lower price point. Even with the longer drive, the difference in quality makes it worth it. Dessert was a banana sesame roll dumpling dish that sounded promising on paper. The first bite was interesting, but that novelty disappeared quickly. The dumpling skin was far too thick and overly crunchy, almost stale-textured, which overwhelmed the filling. The interior lacked cohesion and finesse, and the cinnamon flavor felt muddled rather than intentional. We didn't finish it. Across the board, the food leaned excessively greasy, to the point where it didn't feel good to eat. I left feeling heavy and uncomfortable rather than satisfied. The flavors never quite came together, the quality didn't feel refined, and there wasn't enough charm or warmth to compensate for the technical misses. Overall, this isn't a place I'd return to or recommend. There are far better options for Chinese food that offer cleaner flavors, better execution, and a more thoughtful dining experience.

Love it love it love it!!!…read more Love the layout and decoration not to mention how friendly the staff were. Food wise, omg to die for! We got a combination of BBQ pork with papaya salad and black sticky rice and we asked if I could add one more Lao style papaya salad into it and she said 'yes!!' Also Nam Kao Tod and beef jerky were so tasty!! Would totally recommend this place!

I was excited to find a Lao/Thai restaurant in this part of the Bay and had to try it after a day…read moreat the French Market. We ordered the Lao-style beef larb with tripe, Lao-style papaya salad, sticky rice, and the yellow chicken curry with jasmine rice. The restaurant was clean, service was okay, and our food came out quickly. The portions were generous. My partner really enjoyed the yellow curry, though I found it a little sweeter than I prefer. Growing up eating Lao food, I was hoping for a bit more authenticity. The beef larb could have used more fresh herbs and bitterness, while the papaya salad lacked some of the pungent, funky flavors that make Lao papaya salad so memorable. Both dishes were good, but they felt toned down for a broader audience. Overall, it's a solid spot with flavorful food and generous portions. I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu.