First time at Aroi Mak Mak and WOW! I was honestly blown away by the flavors and the atmosphere. From the moment we walked in, Kop and the entire team made us feel so welcomed. This place is just different in the most positive way. I've had Thai food before at regular sit-down spots with little to no vibe, but the atmosphere here truly elevates the whole experience. It creates the perfect setting for the food. The Pad Thai, crab fried rice, chicken wings, and the Ka Pow were all incredible, but the sauces... seriously, the sauces deserve their own shout-out! Every dish just hit perfectly. The drinks were amazing too, the Kinnari was fruity, tasty, and just perfect. Overall, a solid 10/10. I'll definitely be coming back read more

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Pretty good Thai food for IE area. If you're from the area or familiar you should know there's limited tasty options worth trying. This place is worth trying. The cocktails were tasty and presentable. Food is a decent size and shareable. However, I must say they lack ingredients like for curry it was really watery and plain, it didn't have veggies like I would get from other restaurants, there were some chicken pieces and a few tiny bits of potato. The crab fried rice and beef pad see eww didn't have that much protein but it's alright since there's equal veggies mixed in. Chicken wings were good but I would pass on the egg rolls, it was gritty and dry in my opinion. Mango sticky rice is not bad, your typical dessert like other places. The wait for bigger parties can take some time on weekend or peak time since it's a small restaurant. There's a few bigger tables all the way in the back of the restaurant. 20% gratuity is required for parties of 5 or more. read more

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We came here with pretty high expectations after hearing good things. I work near Redlands, so I was really hoping this could become a convenient go-to spot. I was here with my partner, who is Thai, and we're both very familiar with traditional Thai food--we've also been to Thailand multiple times. The food wasn't bad, but it just didn't hit the way we were hoping. The flavors felt more fusion than traditional, which just isn't really our thing when we're craving Thai food. We ordered the moo yang, and one of the pieces of pork had a big vein running straight through it, which was pretty off-putting and made it hard to eat. The Pad Thai was another miss for us--it had a really strong lemongrass flavor but was missing the tang of tamarind. The khao soi was another miss; instead of being a curry-based soup, it came out as a super thick, saucy noodle dish. Given all the hype, we left feeling kind of let down. To top it off, I ended up with a stomach ache later that night, which didn't help the overall experience. The This place might work for people who enjoy a more fusion-style take on Thai food, but if you're looking for something closer to traditional Thai flavors, it may not be the spot. read more

Ok first off this is a super cute restaurant in Downtown Redlands. The interior is a vibe. The servers are also insanely nice. Keep in mind, this place gets super busy. As we were leaving around 7:30p on a Thursday, there was a line out the door. Is it worth it? In my opinion, yes!! To start off I got the tom yum cocktail, sounds weird right? But was actually so good, there's definitely a kick so if you don't like your cocktails on the spicier side, get something else. My husband got their bourbon cocktail which was a twist on an old fashioned and he loved it. Our friends tried a variety of their other drinks and enjoyed them as well. For my veg friends, the red curry with tofu is SO good, I will definitely be back to try their other options. My husband got the chicken wings, which were highly recommended by our friends, and enjoyed them. If you eat meat, the chicken wings are a must! He also got the yellow curry with chicken but thought the red curry was more flavorful and memorable. All in all, a great meal with friends! Will definitely be back! read more

Aroi Mak Mak is my favorite Thai place in the IE! I always get the Pad See Ew & mango sticky rice. I've always had good luck with getting a table or finding room to sit at the bar. Amazing place to sit and catch up with a friend or grab food to go! read more

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One of my favorite Thai restaurants in the area. Their drinks are modern and fresh and food is delectable. I appreciate the thoughtfulness that goes behind each dish, highly recommend! read more

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Yo that Curry noodle was out of the world delicious, and every flavor for it well with each other. Great place to hangout for the night and worth every cent. read more

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Absolutely delicious food!!!! The service is great and the inside is so cute! The red curry definitely top notch so so so good! Papaya salad is a great starter!!!! I highly recommend stopping in and trying it if you're in the area!!! read more

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This. Place. Rocks. So. Super. Hard. The KHAO SOI (CURRY NOODLES)(V) OH MY GOR was so incredible and WOW the pickled veggies in it were truly so scrumptious! Easy parking, beautiful downtown, great company. One million metal tins of lime out of one million read more

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There are restaurants you eat at... and then there's Aroi Mak Mak...a flavor pilgrimage. It's Thai street food wrapped up in vintage wallpaper, vinyl wrapped tables and Thai amazingness. My hubby and I go for our date nights, family meetups, pre-partying, or random bar hangs -- this is OUR spot! Pro Tip: Call dibs on the tuk-tuk table -- under those neon lights, it feels like Bangkok meets Redlands. Let's talk food because HOLY SHMAOW. The Deep Fried Mushrooms? Life-changing. Crispy, golden, and soooooo addictive -- we order them EVERYSINGLETIME. The Garlic Fried Fish (Pla Tub Tim Rad Kratiam) is seriously the BEST FRIED FISH in town -- a fried branzino with a tangy sauce and some garlic magic crack. The Thai Omelette (Kai Jiao), Chicken Wings, and Larb Street Wraps all bring that same OMG flavor. And the drinks -- oh my god OMG, OMGGG, the drinks. Just go ahead and order them all...thank me later. The Tom Kha Tonic has officially become my favorite thing to sip while scarfing down spicy food, and the Bing Bao Juice? Pure tropical happiness in a glass. But the real mic drop comes at dessert: the Coconut Pandan Custard -- subtle, coconut-y, and completely transcendent. Make sure you ask your server about these at the start of your meal since they run out quickly! read more

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Trendy Redlands Thai Spot! The vibe and service here are exceptional, the servers were all very sweet and the decorations and lighting all just fit very cute. Drinks were strong but tasted diverse and refreshing. Food was in the middle. My dish was the drunken noodle I believe with pork and it was exceptional, perfectly spicy and all ingredients cooked perfectly. My friend's dish was very mid, I cannot remember the name but the chicken was very bland it kinda just threw the whole meal off. Overall a great spot though and I see myself coming back for sure (: read more

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I was actually looking for ramen in the area and stumbled upon this place . When I walked in I was immediately hit with a ton of delicious smells . It was quite busy when me and my boyfriend arrived however we got sat away pretty quickly . We ordered the egg rolls and the paw see and the food came out fairly quickly . The dipping for the egg rolls was good and it dindt taste like your traditional sweet and sour sauce . The pad see eww was really good as well and it had a ton of flavor . The service was good as well the server made sure to keep checking out us . I can see why this place is a local favorite . I can't wait to come back and try the Thai fried chicken. read more

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This is always a great spot to go to. I loveeeee their curry noodles with the pork belly. Perfection. It's always a great chill vibe and the staff is always nice. read more

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Super yummy food and drinks. I had the papaya salad, slow cooked pork, and the silk saan. The spicy drink paired perfectly with my meal, eventhough, I only took a bite of my pork. The service was great everyone was friendly. The restaurant is a cute little slice of Thai history, with a tuk tuk tucked away in the back I would absolutely come here again. read more

Wow! Amazing food, ambiance and service. Our first time here. Our son recommended it and it was the best experience we've had in a long while for Thai food. We will be back. Tip: Park in the parking structure. You're going to need the walk after all the great food. read more

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The cocktails and food were great! Honestly, I don't know the name of the cocktail as the bartender just made it for me. It was tart/seeet and smooth. I also had the lettuce wraps and peanut noodles with steak, both were really good. We sat at the bar as the other tables were full and the service was great! Will definitely be back here again! read more

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Remarkable, Delicious, and full of flavor! This is one of the best spots I have tried in the IE when it comes to Thai food. We had -Red Curry -Fried Chicken - Drunken Noodles with Pork Belly Medium Spice Everything was made to order and genuinely amazing! You cannot go wrong with any item on the menu. The service was great too! We arrived during a busy time and around 4 different workers checked in on us and provided us with amazing service! 10/10 It is pretty ample but does fill up quick. Beautiful shop that gives the ultimate experience and the atmosphere is very lax and aesthetically pleasing! read more

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Went to this spot in Redlands for the first time a few weeks back with one of my Loas friends, who highly recommended it. It was around 6:30 on a Tuesday evening and wasn't too busy. We didn't need to wait to be seated and there still seemed to be a lot of space. They have a nice selection of cocktails and different beers. Food wise, super delicious and great to get multiple things to share family style. The fried mushrooms are a sleeper hit. So good and something I'd highly recommend getting to share. read more

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Had pork belly and crab fried rice. Amazing. Service is solid, vibe is good Both dishes came with an irresistible sauce altho just lime also tastes great read more

Great date night place. Fun decor and great location in Redlands. Came here on a Monday night for dinner and ordered the below Papaya salad Crab fried rice Pad Thai with chicken Fried pork belly These were all 5/5. Authentic, flavorful, and great presentation. The papaya salad was probably one of the best I've ever had. I also got the SILK SAAN drink, it was yummy, spicy and not too sweet. I would get it again for sure. Service was great, everyone was courteous, attentive and helpful. read more

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The vibe is amazing, but their tom kha soup is divine. Service was amazing as they were extremely attentive, and did everything they could to not make me wait long for a seat, even though it was very popular. I will definitely be back! read more

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Called in for it to go order on a Wednesday night in our order was ready in less than 15 minutes. The main reason behind choosing to eat here was the curry noodles! Only a few restaurants include the crunchy egg noodle with this specific dish and anytime I see it. I have to try it. Based on reviews, we also opted to get the drunken noodle with the fried pork belly. The flavor of the curry is incredibly delicious. Since our order was to go, all of the garnishes were on the side, which was nice because it allowed you to control how much of each you wanted. The noodles were stuck to the bottom so I had to use a knife to separate them and put them in the soup. If you've never had the crunchy egg noodles with this dish, it gives it a much needed texture change and also compliments the curry very well. My only wish for this dish was to have more of the crunchy egg noodle. The piece that they gave me was maybe 2 tablespoons worth of crunchy noodle. Our go to curry place gives us the equivalent of half a Ramen packet. The drunken noodles were tasty. My only wish is that we had an opportunity to try it fresh off the stove because the pork belly wasn't crunchy anymore, although it was still really flavorful. Portion size is a little bit on the smaller side and that might be because we took the order to go. wondering if takeout is less because of the container space and dine in is much more food. There is no longer a paper menu. The menu is now all online on their website. The gentleman who took my order was very nice and when I entered into the restaurant, I was immediately greeted with the bartender, offering me a water while I waited. I can see why this is a favorite! read more

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Pretty good Thai food for the local area, and the ambiance is nice too. The restaurant is conveniently located downtown, which makes it easy to visit, although parking can be a bit tricky at times. The service was friendly and attentive during our visit. Overall, a good spot for Thai food and a pleasant dining experience. read more

Came here with a group of 6, about a 45 minute wait. Small location. Food was great. Everything was delicious 10/10 except the ka pow stir fry with beef 5/10 (very salty). The drinks were great the pad Thai was 10/10. The mango sticky rice 10/10. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Took about 20 minutes for our drink/appetizer order to be placed. After that, the food came out quick. Would definitely return again if I'm in the area and loved that this place is open until midnight (which is very rare). read more

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the food and ambiance of this place is amazing! Jira was our server and she was so sweet and accommodating! I recommend getting the Pad see Ew and trying the coconut Thai milk tea! read more

this was my bad for mistaking tom yum w tom kha, this was also my first time having tom kha and i am not a sour milk person :( ordered: saladang summer, phi pop, drunken noodles w tofu, tofu stir fry, and tom kha saladang summer: i was shocked by how much depth there was to this drink, the sourness but refreshing notes i think frm the lemongrass made made it a drink i would get again, maybe a drink to get in the spring/summer phi pop: was yummy too, i don't remember much but i liked my saladang summer more drunken noodles w tofu: made veg so oyster sauce was removed i think it took away frm the flavor i was used to, but was one of most flavorful for a vegetarian dish tofu stir fry: i liked the sauce of this more, basic though, for vegetarian it is yum dish overall: service was great, vibes were beautiful. and in a place of downtown redlands, you can have stroll before dinner and it would be beautiful. i do think for the portion size of abt 4 huge bites, the cost was a lot :( read more

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Went on a Thursday evening. They were able to seat a party of 5 pretty quickly. Felt like this p read more

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Current favorite Thai food in the area. The Khao Soi is delicious and my favorite dish. Drunken noodles are a close second. Great crispy pork belly appetizer and amazing drinks. We have always received great friendly customer service as well. The wonton nachos are a great bonus dish when available. read more

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Food: this has been a popular spot amongst my friends, their drinks are all very solid and the vibes are so cute. Came here last night with my boyfriend and another friend to catch up and hang out together. We ordered family style, crab fried rice was decent but I feel like I did not taste enough crab inside, red curry with fried tofu was also good and savory but not quiet as good as panang curry I had elsewhere, and khao soi noodles was good and satisfying too but I was not a fan with the pickled veggies mixed in. Golden triangle had a kick to it and was strong alcohol profile, I was nicely buzzed after just half the drink. Price: all three dishes and drink and tax and tip combined, it cost $87. If I remember correctly, each entree ranges usually $16-21, and pork belly protein is $3 extra. Ambiance: really cute with lots of colorful decorations on the walls and ceilings. There are tables/bars in the front section and another similar sized back section with more tables, past the restrooms. Great place for dates and friend hangouts! Servcie: great service, people taking our orders, especially the asian man who seemed like the manager, were all smiles and friendly and welcoming. He said the golden triangle was good and similar to old fashioned, and we liked the drink! No issues with getting our foods served, refilling our water, and getting our check later Parking: I usually park in the free outside lot right next to krak boba/shake shack strip, and walk over about 5 minutes to the restaurant. Did not have issue finding an available spot during weekday dinnertime read more

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the food is bomb, the service is bomb, the decor and energy is bomb I will say though, that although their location isn't hidden, the font of their sign wasn't super clear so when I was there the first time, it was sort of hard to spot. FOOD I usually get their tom kha and red curry with skirt steak. Their food is traditional and modern at the same time! They also have options for spice levels which I appreciate because I get a mild or non spicy level and then ask for chili oil on the side to have with each bite (which I think is made in house because the little crunchies in the oil are like no other). The meat is always perfectly cooked and tender and the veggies are never mushy. The flavors in the dishes are amazing and I love that they have a happy hour menu for late night eaters like me. Only thing I wish they had was a combination seafood and meat option for their proteins. I would've loved to have my tom kha soup with some fish, mussels, chicken, and shrimp. But the chicken tom kha was delicious none the less. SERVICE Every employee that I encountered was super friendly and had great options and advice on what to order with which meats. They also checked up on my table multiple times to make sure our food was great. I really appreciate an attentive server I always say that their way the employees treat the guests are a reflection of how they are treated as employees; which seems to be great. And when we are having conversation with the servers, it feels like genuine convo and not forced. They are also very responsive and quick with the meals! AMBIENCE I will say that this is not your average Thai restaurant. They serve alcohol which is perfect for their location in downtown Redlands, and they have live music (not sure if that's every day or just weekends). Sometimes it's a DJ and sometimes it's a live musician. Despite it being pretty loud in there, the music is tasteful and enjoyable. It's overall a great experience and the food is so delicious. This is for sure a must-try restaurant read more

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This is a gem of a Thai restaurant. For vegetarians/vegans there are sooo many options all full of amazing flavor. Definitely would recommend the khao soi, basal stir fry and pad se ew. The drunken noodles were good but nothing out of the ordinary. The vibe here is fun, modern with a Thai street style and a cute rickshaw. It can get very loud on the weekends and very very busy but it was definitely worth the wait. They had a DJ playing this weekend so it can be a fun spot for the weekend. The servers are very friendly and our food came out within 15 minutes. Parking is street parking which is a hit or miss but normally we can find parking pretty easily. read more

Little gem located in Downtown Redlands! The restaurant decor is vibrant and fun. Service was great. Our waitress was very sweet and attentive the whole time. Cocktails: Sorry Sorry Sorry 4/5 - Refreshing but also had a slight smokey taste to it. Great for mezcal lovers. Silk Saan 3/5 - They warned us that this drink was VERY spicy and indeed it was. There is serrano pepper in it. My fiancé likes spice so he enjoyed it. Food: Moo Thawt (Fried Pork Belly) 4.5/5- The pork was fried perfectly and so good paired with the sticky rice. The garlic fish sauce was delicious and cut some of the fattiness from the pork belly. Khao Soi (Curry noodles) 4/5 - Deep rich flavor. Noodles had a nice texture. You can add whatever protein you like. I chose ground pork. Tom Kha Soup 4.5/5 - Very creamy. We added chicken as a protein. I like that there were big chunks of chicken and mushrooms in it. read more

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Ambiance very friendly with room for parties of 12-20 guests if needed. Service is average depending how large the order. The interesting thing about Aroi Mak Mak is the taste of their food. It is is a close to authentic Thai food in the area. read more

Amazing food, vibes, and drinks! I highly suggest getting their Morning Glory appetizer, their house sauce is out of this world. I did have an eye for gluttony when I was ordering, so for three of us we got the morning glory, tom kha soup, fried mushrooms, crab fried rice, pad thai, and khao soi. Everything was well worth it here! I was in utter shock at the quality. I did sit in the back room, so the service was a little slow, but the food definitely made up for it! read more

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Aroi Mak Mak is such a fun spot to visit, whether it's for dinner, drinks, a good night out, or all of the above! The place itself is decorated very nicely, and they have a DJ later in the night to elevate the mood even further. All the plates I've tried have been great. Service is good, sometimes a little slow, but always friendly. read more

One of the best ambiance in the area for socializing. I went on Friday around 7pm w/ 3 other friends it was about a 30 min wait. I ordered the Pad King (Ginger Stir Fry) w/ fried tofu and it was decent, but wish there was more flavor and more portions. It was pretty small for the price you pay. My friend ordered the Curry Noodles w/ tofu and that was better than my dish. Great place for socializing and drinks, although I didn't get any drinks this time. read more

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Great food with so much flavor. Fast and attentive service. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Amazing decorations and ambience in here. read more

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Really nice Thai restaurant with a traditional-style vibe that makes the place feel warm and inviting. They have a great selection of drinks, and the food was excellent--fresh, flavorful, and well prepared. The customer service was also very good, with friendly and attentive staff. Definitely a spot worth coming back to! read more

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Cool drinks, nice decor and service that stays open late! Food was good but fell short in a few minor areas. Honestly, the staff here are awesome so it pains me to give a 4 star. For service, definitely a 5! Cocktails: Bang Ra Chan 9/10 I loved this cocktail and my friends who tried it agreed that it was good! Such a nice mix of sweet, aromatic, and a subtle mix of hard liquors made this a winner. I adore the use of kaffir leaf and passion fruit. Very refreshing. Sorry, sorry, sorry 6/10 Friend ordered this one and didn't seem to like it much. Presentation is really cool with it being in an Asian style bowl, but i think it's largely preference on the taste. Mezcal lovers will enjoy it!! Khao Soi (Chicken Thigh) 8/10 A solid iteration of this classic. I didn't have anything particularly good or bad to say but it hit the spot for me. Pad Kee Mao (Drunken Noodles) 5/10 I think this is where the menu fell short. Thin noodles were used instead of the usual wide rice noodles. The flavor profile felt off, though the spice was strong and good at the "very spicy" level, which was one tier below "Thai spicy". Deep-fried mushrooms 5/10 I had high hopes for these, but they were cold when served due to being thin and left out perhaps. Despite being oyster mushrooms, they felt very thin and dry. Garlic aioli did not have much flavor. Not worth the 12.99 or so Overall I'd still come back, for the drinks, fun decor, and great service! read more

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I love love love this restaurant. The food is delicious; I'm slowly making my way thru the menu and have yet to be disappointed. Their drinks are also well crafted. Service is always spot-on as well. And the decor and ambience are always eye catching and great for conversation. I'm so happy Aroi Mak Mak has been successful. read more

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