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Very Thai

3.9 (203 reviews)
PriceyThai
Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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Pad Thai
Hayden L.

Finally got to try this place in the Century City Mall where the old CPK was. It's a modern upscale casual ambiance. The server was top notch. She recommended dishes and checked back several times. The front desk wasn't very friendly though. Neither of them smiled or were warm. The food is very good. I'd say it's more of a Thai fusion. The standout was the Spicy Eggplant. It had fresh basil and garlic and the sauce was almost like a Chinese flavor. It was very good. I hope they make a homemade Mango Sticky Rice dessert or something soon. At this time, their only desserts were AMAN brand coconut milk ice cream, which is good but not "very Thai".

Pad Thai with tofu only
Thiri Z.

Very Thai is a Thai restaurant chain from Taiwan and heard good things about it so it's been on my list to try. The place is in the Century City Mall, closest to Santa Monica Blvd, on the second floor. Across from Container Store. If you're an Aperol spritz girly like me, get the Siam Spritz! It has guava and lime which really cut down the bitterness of the aperol. Apps: We got the Roti. 1 piece, it came out quick. It was decent. Get the Shrimp Toast! It's so good. I love shrimp toast and it was perfectly prepared with a Seasme seed crust. The papaya salad was great, too. It was fresh and for mild it had a little kick. So going to put it on the authentic asian scale that they didn't spice it down. Mild means mild spice but still there, like some other places. Mains: green curry was good, the portion was ok, it could have been a little bigger but the flavors was good and with a hint of spice for mild. I would have loved to try medium, but I was with a friend who didn't do a lot of spicy food but she enjoyed the kick she got with mild. Pad Thai was also good as well, we just got it with tofu but originally came with shrimp and pork as well. Side: we got the green beans with garlic. It was decent. No ding thai fung but was really good. Service was good, I think my friend trying to modify some dishes didn't go over well. The decor of this place was cute with high ceilings and view of the kitchen. I'll have to go again and try the other seafood dishes. Over all for 2 drinks, 1 app, 1 salad, 1 noodle, 1 side, 1 curry, 1 piece of Roti and extra side of rice came out to $160 and had some green beans and pad thai for left overs! Also no place besides the grocery store and the theater validated for parking so $13 for 2 hours.

Shrimp Mooncake $24: really tasty and great to share! Not too heavy/greasy at all.
Jen E.

Very Thai was very good! I took my Taiwanese parents here for dinner, having heard this is a chain in Taiwan and of course they had been before in Taiwan, but also verified consistency in elements at this US location. Family-style dishes so portions are 'just right.' For 4 adults and 2 children, 2 apps + 6 entrees were spot on. It IS quite pricey compared to a standard Thai joint, but expected given the location and aesthetic they're trying to achieve. Highlights: -Our server Devyn! (He was the sweetest.) And the staff in general was pleasant. -Appetizers (Yum: "shrimp mooncake" and shrimp toast") -Green beans with garlic (Rivaled if not BETTER than Din Tai Fun; perfection) -Wagyu with basil (Spicy) -Pineapple fried rice (Aww the bit of pork floss at the top was a nice li'l Taiwanese touch!) Lowlights: -$17 for an Oolong tea + sparking water mini carafe was more than my $15 cocktail? -HEAT: there is no AC - I guess they're trying to lean in on the open-air vibes, but combined with the booth and spicy dishes we were DYING, especially me- to the point Devyn noticed and got me ice cubes, and cocktail napkins (to mop my sweat) -Massaman Beef Curry: maybe the heat made it worse but wasn't our favorite. Very fragrant/aromatic. Overall great experience though and the place was busy, which is a good sign people love it. I can see why.

Pineapple Shrimp Fried Rice
Jennifer N.

Located in a convenient location at the mall, just up the escalators from the parking and next to Bloomingdale's. I love the easiness of reservations offered via OpenTable as well. The restaurant honored the grace period, which made us seated immediately upon arrival. The menu was simple and not complicated. It is a bit pricey for its portion, but the flavors are great for most items. There was an issue with the Jasmine Green Milk Tea, as it was served in a cracked glass, but the server fixed it immediately and comped the drink. For the food, I loved the crispy pad thai and green curry wings. I wish there were more places that made crispy pad thai, but not sure if this is what pad thai should be because seems more like a crispy pad see ew because they used the wide flat noodles and the flavor profile matched that more. The green curry wings came with an abundance of crispy flakes and fried slice eggplants. The hint of lemongrass really made me enjoy the wings. The Wagyu with basil rice was okay. I've had better papaya salad and pineapple fried rice at other Thai spots. They also had a chili sauce and lemongrass sauce to ask on the side. The chili sauce tasted straight up like fish sauce and the lemongrass sauce adds a nice touch to any of the dishes. Overall, I would come again and to try their other dishes as well if I'm around the mall again.

Pad thai chicken
Susie D.

Another mediocre, overpriced Century City restaurant. It's Thai food, so it's going to be decent, but there's no burst of flavor like Thai food usually has. Tasted like any run of the mill place, but blander and double the price. It was weird, too, bc the place had barely any people in it, but they were going to seat us squished between two tables filled with other diners, so we asked to be seated at a different table with some breathing room. In a city that has a Thai Town with the most spectacular, flavor filled, authentic food, this didn't even come close. Wouldn't return, wouldn't recommend.

Pad Thai
Caes F.

Had to support Taiwan and pay a visit to Very Thai. The flavors are there and the Shrimp Toast was an interesting take on Fried Shrimp Paste. I thought the toast added an interesting texture. The Plum Sauce complemented the dish. The Pad Thai was solid but I did not care for the Tofu at all. It definitely needed condiments to jazz it up. I thought the quality was there and there is a premium ambiance and price for this Thai Establishment. Service was impeccable and really enjoyed the recommendations. The Lemon Grass Sauce is a must!

Louis C.

I've heard about this supposedly highly popular Thai restaurant from Taiwan (this will further confuse some people regarding Taiwan vs Thailand. LOL). I decided to check it out since I was at Westfield Century City. The ambiance here is modern with moderate level of music playing in the background. The menu prices are slightly higher than a typical Thai restaurant; but, that's to be expected given the location. The portions were also on the smaller side. We tried one of the signature dishes, Coffee Ribs. The pork ribs were falling off the bone tender. The flavor was also interesting. Sweet and sour with a noticeable among of coffee flavor. The shrimp moon cake sounded more interesting than it actually was. It was basically shrimp toast; but sandwiched between 2 sheets of crispy egg roll wrappers instead of toast. The shrimps in the shrimp clay pot with vermicelli were fresh and cooked just right; but, the vermicelli was so salty I cringed with my first bite. The shrimps also felt completely separate from the vermicelli. The shrimps were not cooked in the sauce at all and vermicelli had no hint of the shrimp flavor. The green curry with chicken was flavorful albeit not what I was expecting. The coconut and basil flavors is usually what differentiate green curry from yellow or red curry; in this dish they were a bit lacking. The mala numbness was also a part of the spiciness; a little unusual for this dish. This may be an option if you are tired of Ding Tai Fung.

Green Curry Pad Thai
Lauren D.

We visited Very Thai in the mall during lunch hour. We ordered two dishes to share. Both quite tasty. A little heat in both at first but we enjoyed them very much. Service staff were friendly and attentive. Ambiance bright and airy with a view of the kitchen.

Menu (May 2026)
Luke L.

Very Thai is a new Thai chain restaurant from Taiwan (yes you heard that right - Taiwan not Thailand). The restaurant recently opened in March 2026 and is located on the 2nd floor (across from Zinqué and diagonally across from Chagee) of Westfield Century City. This is the first U.S. location for Very Thai and it is also one of the few Thai restaurants in Southern California that offers a full bar experience. [Parking]: The Westfield Century City parking garage is the only option. The first hour is free. From 1 hour to 1.25 hour = $4, from 1.25 hour to 5 hours = $1 for each additional 15 minutes. [Atmosphere]: Excellent ambiance and a great place for date night. This is one of those places that asks diners what type of water they want. [Menu]: Yelp's top highlighted items are Papaya Salad, Master Chef Pad Thai, and Shrimp Mooncake. Items marked with a star on the menu = chef-recommended dishes. Extra $3 per bowl for Jasmine Rice and $4 for a piece of roti. Most items on the menu are meant to be shared. They also offer 100% plant-based ice cream from AWAN for $8 or $9 and sparkling oolong tea (regular or sugar-free) for $13. *** Master Chef Pad Thai (Pad Thai stir-fried with shrimp, pork, tofu in house sauce - $25): The Pad Thai actually arrived before our appetizer. It was slightly spicy but still within a tolerable level. Good flavor profile, but you can find Pad Thai taste just as good as this version but much less expensive Green Curry Wings (chicken wings, fried with eggplant, green curry and basil. 5 pieces. $18): An interesting dish. This appetizer had a high eggplant-to-wing ratio. I thought it tasted alright as it had too many flakes. *** 3.5-star on food quality, but knock down to 3-star due to the hefty price tag. P.S. - At the end of the meal, the check came with a free postcard with a picture of a giant pineapple for customers to take home.

Pork jowl
Derek T.

One of my favorite restaurants in this mall. Elevated Thai food with a modern interior that makes for good photos and vibes. Everything is served family style and meant for sharing so it's good to be able to try multiple things. Pork jowl was grilled perfectly with a lime sauce that helps brighten it up. The pad Thai and mango papaya salad were standouts as well. Service was fast and friendly and would be back!

Amanda L.

We stumbled upon this place at the Century City Mall when we were looking for a place to dine before our movie. This place is relatively new and I believe replaces the CPK. The atmosphere is spacious and has an industrial modern feel, I loved the lemon tree near where we were seated and the stylish little gold lamps. We ordered cocktails to start The Siam Spritz (Aperol, guava, kaffir lime, prosecco, sparkling water) which Very Thai's take on the Aperol Spritz but better in my opinion with the enhancement of guava and prosecco. My husband ordered the Mango Tango (Tequila, lemon, mango, turmeric, Szechuan pepper) which I didn't think was very mango forward despite the name and beautiful hue, but it was good and had a nice little kick. We ordered the shrimp mooncake appetizer--crispy crepe fried in pork tallow with fresh shrimp, served with house plum sauce, the crispy pad Thai and the wok-fried Snake River Farms wagyu served with organic egg over rice with Thai basil. What a delight to cut into the crispy egg and have the yolk cascade over the rice and beef, bringing the whole dish together in a delicious way. There was enough to share among two people but the portions could be just a tad bigger, said the American haha. The pad Thai only came with 3 pieces of shrimp and my husband and I were sharing the dish so he had to sacrifice for me, poor guy. I've never had crispy pad Thai before and it was quite tasty but I did miss the regular noodles. I did wish there were a few more pieces of tofu too since it was lacking in shrimp. We'll definitely be back!

Grilled Pork Jowl with herbs and Thai chili dipping sauce
Vince H.

Ambiance and service first, both were great. You never know what to expect with restaurants (albeit highly rated) located in shopping malls, and Very Thai did not disappoint. Excellent vibes, efficient and friendly service. Now, what we ordered and in NO particular order: 1. Shrimp mooncake with plum sauce 2. Eggplant with herbs 3. Grilled pork jowl (WOW, clear winner) 4. Master Chef Pad Thai. Now, let's start with the winner, the grilled pork jowl. I mean, I wasn't quite clear what a jowl was but I now know I LOVE it! Paired with a grilled pineapple that went untouched simply because it wasn't even missed - the onions and the pork jowl are a bite in a heaven. The bold but familiar flavor of the pork jowl truly left my jaw dropped. The eggplant was probably our number 2. Pro tip: Definitely pair this richly flavored dish with a bowl of rice to get the perfect balance. I NEED to talk about the Master Chef Pad Thai. First, I was hesitant because I've seen some low reviews hating on this particular dish. On this day we went, we loved it. 4, juice shrimp accompany the perfectly cooked noodles. There's a bit of a smoky flavor that comes from the Taiwanese sausage and this was such a welcoming surprise in my mouth. Overall, is it pricier than some local alternatives - yes, but it's also conveniently located steps away from premier shops so it's a win win!

pad thai, green beans, wagyu rice bowl
Amanda T.

We were so excited to finally try this spot! We frequent Century City quite a bit and had seen Very Thai under construction for so long, so this review has been a long time coming I should preface that this isn't supposed to be authentic Thai food - it's a chain from Taiwan I think, but the food is still amazing. Food in general has a bit of a sweeter flavor profile than I'm used to for Thai food, but again understanding it's not meant to be super authentic. Service is amazing, one time we went I think they duplicated our drink order so we ended up getting an extra drink for free which was a fun surprise;) Love the ambiance of the place too. They also have a vegetarian forward menu which is really nice. Will be back to try more stuff on the menu!

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White Elephant

White Elephant

4.4
(272 reviews)
9.6 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)
8.6 mi
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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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Hoy-Ka Thai Restaurant

Hoy-Ka Thai Restaurant

4.3
(2.5k reviews)
6.4 mi
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Service was great! Eating early on a Saturday night with my kid made the experience smoother-- easy…read moreseating, quieter, easy free street parking. Moo ping (sweet pork skewers street style) was good but not the best in LA (I like the one at Rosemead/Pas President Thai). Khao soi with chicken drumstick is delicious and filling. Hoy Ka noodles (dry, pork) is nice and a sweet balance to the spicier options I got. Cat fish with chili paste also good but note it is spicy. I love that it comes with generous portion of flash fried basil. You have to order a side of white rice since it only comes à la carte and I wouldn't recommend eating it alone!

This place is by far my favorite Thai restaurant and that's why it's so disheartening to write this…read morereview. I have written at least 2 glowing reviews of the restaurant in the past and wish this could be one of them, but it's not. Over the last 4-5 days I have tried no less than 2 dozen times to call the restaurant during proper business hours to order food for pick-up as I often do. The phone rang and rang to no avail. I live too far from the restaurant to just pop up and place an order so I rely on calling ahead. I have been a customer of this restaurant for at least the last 9 years and have almost never had the aforementioned experience. Though I do recall not being able to get a call through several times on one or two occasions in the relatively distant past. Today I was finally able to get a call through and began placing my order which includes shrimp. I ALWAYS request the tail (with shells) to be removed from the shrimp as I find it quite difficult to enjoy my meal if I'm constantly having to pick off shells with my hands. It's unsanitary and messy. Removing the tails from 15-20 shrimp prior to adding to an entree or soup should take no more than 60 seconds and that's if one is moving at a glacial pace. However, today I was told that the kitchen was too busy to honor my request. I assured the lady taking my order than I was a loyal customer and make this request will every order I place and it is always honored. She repeated her claim that the kitchen was too busy and refused to do it. I cancelled my order and ended the call. Now I usually order food from the restaurant 4-5 times a month and usually spend about $65 each time not including tip. That is approximately $325 per month of my hard earned money that I give to this restaurant in exchange for great food and service. I am appalled and quite upset that having been a loyal customer for almost a decade and spending as much money there as I do per month that they could at least honor my patronage by simply taking an additional 60 seconds in the kitchen to make my meal more enjoyable. Her refusal to do such a minuscule task has deeply soured my experience with Hoy-Ka not to mention the fact that I could not reach the restaurant for almost a week by phone for no apparent reason. I will not be going back to this restaurant until they rectify this situation.

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Free Valet parking in rush hour between 5PM - 9PM. Valet will be in the front of restaurant on Sunset Blvd.
Free Valet parking in rush hour between 5PM - 9PM. Valet will be in the front of restaurant on Sunset Blvd.
Spicy seafood noodle.
Spicy seafood noodle.
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Salmon Panang curry, healthy yummy!!!!
Au Lac

Au Lac

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

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!

I came to Au Lac again to celebrate my bday with a friend before a show at the Music Center. Au Lac…read moredoesn't take reservations. My friend had the tofu, house salad. She said the house salad was better the last time she came bc the lettuce was different. She recalled it was Romaine lettuce last time. This time it was a green salad. I had the lemongrass fish which was made of soybean. It was a little too dry and rubbery for me. I kept putting it in my soup with rice to make it taste better, but ran out of soup. I won't be ordering this dish again. I took half home, cut up the soybean fish and added it to a stew. I didn't mention to my server that it was my bday, but was disappointed that he didn't even offer like regular servers do, "Would you like to see the dessert menu?" I didn't tell him it was my bday nor did I ask for the dessert menu bc I wasn't the one paying the bill. Not that I needed dessert, but it would've been nice to have been asked. When I mentioned this to another server who came by to clear our table that our server didn't even ask if we wanted dessert and that the restaurant doesn't seem to want to push its desserts, he quickly brought us a dessert menu, but my friend was already paying our bill - too late! It would've been nice to be asked earlier. I even had candles in my bag just in case we got dessert. Anyway, this server said he'll tell our server about not offering dessert. The next day I came back with another friend after a Music Center event. My server from the day before recognized me. This time he asked us at the start before we ordered or after we had just ordered whether we'd like to see the dessert menu. Huh? Ask at the END not start of a meal! Instead of embarrassing him, I told him, "No, thanks. My bday was yesterday." On this second day, my friend and I shared a Chinoise salad (delicious and refreshing!) and paella (not like a paella, a little too wet and granular for our taste, but healthy - a living food dish). We had mint and lemon water for both meals. $12 parking in the adjacent structure. Free parking passes at the Music Center if you're a season ticket holder or good luck with finding street parking. I'd still continue to occasionally patronize this restaurant when I have Music Center events bc I want to support veganism, the restaurant; however, I was disappointed with some of the food and waitstaff this weekend. I'd suggest that the waitstaff go thru customer training on when/what/how to talk to customers. Incentive from the website: join the rewards plan - 300 points for 30% off the bill and 100 points for a free dessert! I'm aiming for the free dessert!!

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Sticky Rice Echo Park

Sticky Rice Echo Park

4.0
(933 reviews)
9.2 mi
•$$

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*

Disclaimer: I come from a very heavily Asian populated area so I am used to distinct and pungent…read moreflavors. That tastes and feels the most authentic to my palate. Came here for a quick bite before a walk around the lake with a friend I haven't seen in a couple years. I loved our server and overall experience here I appreciated. In terms of food, the panang curry was more watery than I had expected. It had a lot of nice vegetables and a big serving of rice on the side. I thought the flavors were there but it could have definitely been turned up a little more, but wasn't bad for something quick. My friend got the satay and this was more my style. I love a good char and meat on a stick and this satisfied my craving.

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Bar area.
Bar area.
Sticky Rice Echo Park
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Ruen Pair

Ruen Pair

4.0
(2.3k reviews)
7.2 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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Papaya Salad with Crab

Very Thai - thai - Updated July 2026

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