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    Westwood Thai Cafe

    3.5 (578 reviews)
    InexpensiveThai, Chinese, Seafood
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    WESTWOOD THAI CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Happy hour specials

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    Chelsea S.

    I went here with my bestie who lives around the corner! We ordered two Thai iced teas with yellow curry, and pad Thai with tofu combo that comes with rice and wontons + egg rolls. The portions are a decent size and the service is amazing! I also ordered take out - pepper chicken combo. Good deals!!!!

    Thai Fried Rice
    Katie L.

    The chicken satay was good, but the peanut sauce was a bit disappointing. It was tasteless and wish it was thicker with a more "peanut" taste. On the other hand, the fried rice and pad see ew were tasty. The ratios of meat, rice/noodle, and veggie were perfect. It's very busy here with nonstop takeout orders. The staff are friendly and the food came out pretty quickly.

    Thai Red Curry - Shrimp and BBQ Pork Ribs

    We ordered red curry with shrimp, BBQ pork ribs, and Thai chicken fried rice to go. I requested the curry to be made spicy, but it still turned out quite sweet, and the fried rice was a bit bland. The flavors overall didn't feel very authentic, especially considering the price (around $70 with tip for takeout). On the positive side, the food was prepared quickly, and service was efficient. With some adjustments to flavor and seasoning, this place could be a lot better.

    Pad that and Thai dumplings and a salad.
    Anitta S.

    Amazing food, amazing quick service, nice hostess. A customer came in and she already knew what he wanted (she had remembered). Other than that the food is REALLY GOOD and the price is better during lunch hours (11-4).

    Lunch Menu Pad Thai
    Ayden P.

    What I Ordered: Lunch Menu Pad Thai ($12.95) Food: Westwood Thai Cafe was my favorite Thai spot as a UCLA student. The lunch menu is a great deal, and a good amount of food. You get to choose a main dish from a variety of options and it comes with rice and salad. It has a unique flavor profiles of sweet and hint of sour that you can find in many Thai dishes. Service: Friendly staff and service is usually quick! Ambiance: Indoor seating available! Parking can be a bit tough but you should be able to find spots in the back around the neighborhood.

    Pad see ew with Napa cabbage and Tom Yum Chicken
    Jessie D.

    Wow! We were on our way back from the Getty center and decided to try this spot. Parking was a little tight, and it wasn't busy at 6pm, but we are so glad we stayed! The restaurant is small and clean, with quick waitstaff. The food was fantastic-- rich and savory, with a balanced spice/acidity in the soup. We enjoyed both the Pad See Ew and Tom Yum, and would happily recommend both!

    Thai Style Noodle Soup

    I've been ordering from Westwood Thai for several decades. Food has always been consistently delicious. I love the teriyaki chicken, ribs, and soups. Dine in isn't my thing so delivery is my fave.

    Lunch specials $12.95
    Marisa T.

    Friendly service, small dining area. We stopped in during the storm. Soup was tasty, hot, & a great price at $11.50 for the whole pot! My spicy chicken with basil was simply okay. I've had much better elsewhere. My husband's spicy noodles were delicious. I had a bite. Great smoky flavor to the noodles. I'd return when in the area.

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    Anna Y.

    This cute thai place has a cozy vibe, definitely a place you should try in the area (Saffron and Rose is almost right next to it)! My friend and I came here wanting to try new thai places in the area and really enjoyed our meal here. The staff sat us down immediately. We both got the tom yum noodle soup, which has such a light but savory broth. It had so many things-- pork, chicken balls, wonton strips, shrimp, and of course, noodles. This dish was very comforting, with the spices in the broth making my nose run, variety within the meats/proteins, and satisfying noodles. It was genuinely so filling and the portion was great, we both had a hefty amount left over that we are excited to have as a second meal. It seems like a lot of people get takeout from here, so the inside was quite empty; would recommend sitting down here for a hearty meal! I want to come again to try the lunch combinations! Pros: Menu had lots of variety for very reasonable prices, and the portion (at least for the soup) was great. Cons: Cannot think of one!

    Green Curry and Panang Curry lunch specials

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    Gluten free dumplings?!? Yes, please! They were incredible. What a find. Thank you for having gluten free, delicious food!!

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    Good place for consistent food. Small, Not fancy but good spot for eating out with friends and family, or alone.

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    I love how everything is so fresh and delicious they never failed. Best curry in the city, so far

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    Gross and bland food, would not recommend. Not worth the price. Had their kung pao chicken which tasted nothing like it should.

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    White Elephant

    White Elephant

    4.4
    (272 reviews)
    11.0 mi
    $$

    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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    Dumplings
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    Basil Chicken Wings
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    Thai Food Express

    Thai Food Express

    4.1
    (166 reviews)
    10.0 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.
    Inside on a Saturday evening

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    Inside on a Saturday evening
    Au Lac

    Au Lac

    4.3
    (1.3k reviews)
    11.0 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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    Octopus
    Laab Salad
    Laab Salad
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    Sticky Rice Echo Park

    Sticky Rice Echo Park

    4.0
    (939 reviews)
    10.6 mi
    $$

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

    Ruen Pair

    4.0
    (2.3k reviews)
    8.5 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!
    Ruen Pair
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