I used to order here a ton when I lived in the area. They were by far, the best Thai place on the west side. It's a tiny place in a random plaza, parking is fairly easy, they have both street parking and a lot if you walk a bit further down. We used to always order them lunch special, I personally loved their khao soi and crispy pork belly with Chinese broccoli. Their spicy beef salad, tom kha chicken soup and when tigers cry were also really good and highly recommended. Their pad Thai and pad see ew were good but they felt just standard for a Thai restaurant. The only downside it the food takes forever if you order ahead. Like I'm talking 40-60 mins for a to go order and when they give you that estimate, they're not lying. It really does take that long for the food. Definitely worth trying out if you're in the area, it's one of the best Thai places around. read more

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This Michelin Guide-listed Thai restaurant is a foodie oasis in the Westchester neighborhood of L.A. Flight crews from Thai Airlines dine here, so you know it's good. This is the best Thai food west of Jitlada! Had a splendid meal at Ayara tonight. A friend from rural Oregon is staying with us and she was starved for good Thai food. Started with the fried calamari- love it when it includes the tentacles. Duck salad, Pad Thai, Pad See Ew, Yellow Curry, and Bok Choi followed. Highly recommend eating family-style so that everyone has a taste of all the dishes. The Pad See Ew and Yellow Curry are some of the best examples of these classic dishes we have had in L.A. Finished with an excellent Mango Sticky Rice plus a Mango Sorbet. These desserts were so fresh. Love it when mangoes are in-season. Our house-guest gave the experience a 10/10. Ample, free parking; friendly staff; indoor and outdoor seating; and very good value for a foodie-satisfying meal. Reservations available through OpenTable. And, they just added a full liquor license. Bon Appétit! read more

Beautiful day in Westchester, right by LAX, and Ayara was the perfect stop. They do not offer full sit-down service before dinner, but the patio is open and lovely for lunch. I ordered the lunch special, which comes with a small dish, large dish, and a drink. I went with the Pad See Ew, a bit heavier on the oyster sauce, which I did not mind. The wings, the appetizer that came as my smaller dish was super crispy on the outside, but the meat was a little dry and would have had more of a punch in flavor. My partner ordered the Massaman curry with white rice and thoroughly enjoyed it. Rich, comforting, exactly what you want from a good curry. For my drink, I had the Thai iced tea. It appears to be made in-house, it comes pre-bottled with their logo and they give you a cup of ice to pour it over. It is on the sweeter side, but once the ice melts and it blends a bit, it balances out nicely. We also ordered the mango sticky rice to go while we sat on the patio, and it was absolutely delicious. The rice was perfectly cooked, the mangoes were ripe and sweet, and the coconut sauce had just the right balance of saltiness and sweetness. Super refreshing and a beautiful way to end the meal. Absolutely would return, especially if heading to or from the airport. And the neighborhood itself feels like you've been transported to 1972 in the best way, quiet, charming, and nostalgic. read more

Tucked behind Sepulveda East and 87th, Araya is located behind all the LAX madness in a cozy walkable "L" shape street corner with a few shops and bookstore. It's a short old town street of Westchester reminiscent of the 50s shops. Ayara is cozy and it's jam packed so it's best to make reservations. We usually get food delivered from Ayara Thai but decided to make it a sit down experience. Ayara is always solid after our experience we need to come in person more often... Especially if it's Patty who was serving our table. She makes all the difference. Funny, energetic, and wants to make sure you have an experience. Take out food from here is solid but even better when it's dine in. We had the regular.. Papaya salad, Pad Thai, Pad Dee Yu, fried rice.. The dishes I enjoyed the most is the spicy basil with crispy pork. Yah, like lechon! Tasty! We also had Khao soi which is a curry broth soup over crispy egg noodle that wilders down. Pretty good. The whole fried branzino was also delicious. Served with vermicelli, herbs and sauces and lettuce to make yourself a Thai fish taco. Super crispy with the head on and eyes staring right at you. I've never had shrimp pad pong kari which is a dish that Patty said we needed to get. I'm glad we did cause them shrimps where big juicy like the cocktail shrimp ones in a curry powder, chili paste, egg, peppers, and the works. Very good dish. For dessert, we had a mango sorbet. Very rich in mango flavor. No skipping on mangos there. Forget In N Out coming from LAX, come here instead if there are tables available. read more

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One of my top fav Thai restaurants in LA! And you know there are many but only a handful of good ones and this falls amongst my top 5 in LA! This time I tried their classic papaya salad, spicy basil, and green curry. A must if you love green curry! The papaya salad was fresh and crunchy! And Spicy Basil was solid! It was my first time trying it and it was very tasty :) Service is friendly and fast! The vibe and ambiance is nice with dimmed lights inside but it can get very loud if there are large parties with every table filled. Parking available on the street and nearby lots. read more

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Can't get enough of the Glass noodle salad! I order it at least once per week. I've been coming here since they've opened and moved for work to Oklahoma for years and now being back in Los Angeles I am able to pick right back up with my favorite Thai food. The flavored are like no other. Authentic, vibrant, creative, fresh and delicious. The service is great, always! I love the grab and sit outside vibe, makes it enjoyable and easy. Can't recommend this place enough! read more

Hell yes.. I came here after dropping off my cousin at LAX and this did not disappoint AT ALL... It was decently priced and I can understand why so many people come here on their lunch breaks now. Its not the greatest thai food but everything feels portioned out just right and the flavor is there. Its very fair for the price and also very quick. It's not blow your mind amazing but if you're craving thai food and want something quick this spot is the place to go. There's also a lot of out door seating as well or you can just take it to go. read more

Ayara Thai - Khao Soi - Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I stand corrected! Read my 3 rating review from 2008 and man was I not a visionary! That review may have been true in 2008 but I've been going there since and getting the same thing and their game is on point! These are my favs: Chicken or Shrimp Panang Curry Combo Thai Fried Rice with fried egg Crab Fried Rice Thai Beef Jerky Drunken Noodles Veggie add the fish sauce it's delish Green Curry with Beef I've tried a bunch of things but these are my favs. Plus the mango sticky rice when in season it's delish! Service is always good and yes they're usually busy so be prepared to wait! The ambience inside can be loud but it's casual and chill. There's seating all the way in the back and outside in front. They kept their COVID license to seat outside. It's pricey but imho it's the best Thai in LA and arguably in California or anywhere except Thailand! read more

Ayara Thai - Thai beef jerky is delish - Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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My experience at Ayara was wonderful... even with two young children along for the ride! The papaya salad had wonderful flavor and a great kick. For my entree I had the pad see ew with chicken and ate the entire thing. I don't think I've ever done that with Thai food, but it was too delicious to leave anything behind! The ambience and service were wonderful. There was a chill atmosphere and our server couldn't have been nicer. He brought out plastic dishes for the kiddos which was very kind and handled our large group patiently and didn't miss a thing. read more

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Amazing delicious food. Got the wings for starters- crispy and well seasoned. Tom Kha soup with mushrooms and veggies- a tad sour but the mushrooms were very good. Chicken pad se ew- a great must. Busy restaurant but smooth customer service. Clean compact restaurant where they make it spacious. read more

Ayara Thai - Pad See Ew - Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place was great! Service was amazing. We ordered the veggie spring rolls, green curry, and pad see eu and so so yummy. Would come back again. Service is literally unmatched! read more

My review is for takeout. It came well prepped for the ride to avoid mess from spillage and taped to avoid being opened before I received it. I submitted pictures for that. I got pad Thai with 4 shrimp which at first I was disappointed by the clearly divulged amount but they are nice size for 4. The pad Thai had great flavor also noted some yummy garlic kick to it made it even better. I got the green curry only made medium spice also so delicious lots of vegetables, great taste of basil in it. Mango sticky rice was delicious. I'm so satisfied with room for a meal tomorrow. read more

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Great little Thai restaurant near LAX. It's a small space with a few tables to recommend making reservations since it does get pretty busy in the evenings. My favorite dish was the Duck Nom Tok! It's a Thai style salad and with some sticky rice is so good. The Ayara Toast is tasty and super cute too with little elephant cut outs of toast with ground pork and shrimp fried! The Passion Fruit Smore is also a great dessert to get! Also appreciate how active this restaurant is within the community! I've seen them represented at a lot of local food festivals and other events. Solid pick if in the area! read more

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By far the best tasting, reasonably priced, and reliable Thai food on the west side! The first time I had Ayara Thai food was during lunch time, which a friend of mine taught me how to order via the website. I don't believe the restaurant is open to take orders during the day (don't quote me on this) but it is extremely convenient to be able to place the order online with a reliable pick up time. They text you when your order is ready. Bonus points for efficiency! Since we were with the group, the first time, we were able to eat outside on the patio area. Two days later, my husband and I shamelessly returned for takeout, and then returned again a couple of days later, lol. They make the whole process so easy, the portions are generous, the food is delicious, and they are just so darn consistent! Consider us proud regulars now! :) read more

Ayara Thai - Pad See Ew Thai Tea - Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Ayara Thai is a gem in Westchester. They are tiny and quaint but are consistent in their quality and service. All of the staff are friendly and helpful. The food is absolutely delicious and fresh! There are other Thai places in the area that are cheaper, yes, but don't compare to Ayara's authentic flavors and taste. They have a daily lunch special that I like to take advantage of too when I am craving Thai food. Definitley a must try! read more

Ayara Thai - Red Curry Vegetables - Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Literally, the best meal I've ever had. I'm not just saying best Thai food ever. The best food I've ever had from a restaurant. Appetizers: When Tigers Cry Tri Tip; cooked to perfection. Crispy Calamari; crispy, bouncing and light. Not Your Mamas Wonton Soup so flavorful. Main course: Fried Branzino (sea bass), cooked to perfection again. Crispy tasty skin but light and fluffy inside. And lastly the best Pad See Ew ive ever had. Pair all that up with a glass of Dragon Stone Riesling wine (as recommended by the wine expert they have! Thanks for that bro!) and finally the BIG Lychee for dessert. The atmosphere was great, clean, not too small where you felt like you were on top of one other but big enough that it felt spacious; cozy. And last but not least, Patty! She was sooooo attentive, pleasant and helpful. She helped us figure out how to properly eat the Branzino and kept us smiling the whole time. Thank you for the amazing evening, we'll be seeing you soon! read more

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Was here for dinner last night and the food was so bomb I forgot to get some pics! Been coming here for a few years now and every time I come here, the food consistently hits the spot. Yesterday was the first time we were able to get something on the menu that's usually sold out when we go and it was worth the wait. One of my faves was the calamari and for good reason, I get it every single time I'm there. Will be stopping by whenever I'm in the area for sure. read more

Confused why this place is rated so high. The service is honestly so rude, we had an older woman though. The younger guy was very polite and helpful when they made the dis with beef and not chicken like we ordered. Pad see ew was less than mid, barely any color to the noodles, no flavor tbh. Chicken pieces were few and far between literally bits. Cute ambiance inside but that's not worth coming here when you could go to Little Fatty read more

I usually order the Kra-tiem with Shrimp, but I decided to get it with vegetable instead. The portion was very small. It cost $22 and this is what was delivered! I expected twice as many vegetables for $22.00. read more

Ayara Thai - Kra-Tiem with vegetables for $22.00! I expected twice as many vegetables. - Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We love Ayara! It's our favorite spot for post airport pick up dinner--plenty of parking in the large lot to the west, and extremely friendly staff. This time they made several recommendations for the special lobster which was incredible and the sauce had a deep and rich spice to it which we absolutely loved. They also features a special lychee cute dessert which had so many fun layers with different flavors. I highly recommend Ayara, it has standard entry level Thai dishes but also a large variety of other items for those looking for exciting recommendations! read more

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My fav in LAX area. Fantastic food fantastic service. They still serve during mid afternoon cleanup just sit outside. Fantastic highly recommended read more

Ayara Thai - Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

4++ small Thai restaurant that is located in the area close to LAX. My personal experience is for takeout only. I got there too late to be seated The take out window for ordering and interaction is conveniently set up to the right of the entrance. I was really hungry, so I went with the staple this time. I ordered the pad Thai. I thought it was really good and really well-made. It was neatly packaged and I had everything I needed to eat in my car lol. I would love to come back in the near future to try the full experience of sitting at the restaurant to enjoy my food and hospitality. I had a dentist appointment that day and was still waiting for my mouth un-numb so I didn't want anything too crunchy and I arrived on the later side so I wasn't able to grab a seat. They seem to be plenty of parking around at that time of night though. read more

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I came to Ayara Thai for a quick solo dinner and left completely satisfied. I ordered the Veggie spring rolls, original pad Thai, and "When Tigers Cry" tri tip. Everything hit! Patty, my server, was warm and enthusiastic. She was clearly proud of the food here (and rightfully so). The tri tip was juicy and flavorful with a Tigers Cry sauce that brought the heat and the flavor (yes, I considered drinking it). The pad Thai was fragrant, flavorful, and hit every craving I had. The Spring rolls were crispy and tasty. The service was exceptional (shoutout to Patty again). The entire team kept my table spotless between dishes. Overall, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu here. I can't wait to come back and try more. read more

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Dine is from 5pm or maybe that is the day i went. But nonetheless, one of my go to thai spots. Food is good as usual. If you want spicy, just ask. Overall food quality is the same since the pandemic, staff is friendly and just a nice little spot near Lax. read more

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This is our (wife + me) place for Thai in SoCal! We just got back from Thailand and this is as close as you get to authentic in LA. Prik Nam Pla is on point (spicy fish sauce) and everything we've had, from beef salad to lobster pad Thai, is just delicious. They also have Chang beer! It is usually super busy but the staff is always friendly with great recommendations. You can eat inside for dinner (but make a reservation) or out on their "food window patio" (no reservation needed). Come try it and you'll likely see us here! read more

Ayara Thai - Nummy beef salad, spicy basil chicken, and Baby Bok Choy - Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Food was great and the service was superb (Jean or Gin) was the one who served us. From the satay chicken, fried tofu, panang curry and pad thai! Thank you Jean and thank you Ayara thai! read more

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7.9 /10 I ordered the drunken noodles at Yara Thai and they were pretty good -- flavorful and tasty overall. This spot has a ton of reviews, so I was hoping it might become my new go-to Thai place. Unfortunately, while the food was decent, it just didn't hit the same as some of my original favorite Thai spots. I actually drove over an hour to try it, and for me, it's just not worth the extra drive. That being said, if you're in the area, it's still a solid option for Thai food. read more

I made a reservation and I'm glad I did because there's not many tables. My friends and I started with the thai wings. They were interesting. My friend and I shared the massaman curry and drunken noodles. Everything was delicious and portions were huge. Service was good. read more

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Ayara Thai is located very close to LAX and seemed a good place for lunch after my Airport pick up duties. Parking is not a problem because there is a large adjacent free lot. Keep in mind, at this eatery there is no table service or inside seating during lunch time. Instead, you order and pay at the take out counter, pick up your packed carry out order, then sit outside to eat, or take the food home. The Elephant shaped Ayara toast (6 pieces for $12) was crisp and tasty. It is covered with a ground spread of seasoned pork and shrimp, then deep fried perfectly to provide a good crunch. What spoiled the dish was the flavorless cucumber sauce that accompanied this starter. For the mains, we got the Prik King with Beef. The meat was tender and the oily gravy had a kick, but delivered low on spices. Also, the long beans lacked texture and the usual earthy and nutty taste. The Penang curry provided tender chicken pieces in a thick coconut sauce that was uneventful. The whole dining experience was tarnished by the takeout set up. The provided paper plates were absorbent, stealing an amount of gravy from the servings. The napkins were only few, small in size and too thin to be of any substantial use. I had also asked for Thai Chilis with fish sauce. This takeout concoction looked and tasted old, while failing to provide the true fragrance, flavor and satisfaction of the real thing. Garbage cans are situated outside the restaurant for self clean up before leaving the establishment. read more

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The restaurant was fairly small but cozy, with a good amount of wall decorations to enjoy. Our server was great. It was my group's first time, and he helped us get started with some recommendations and checked in periodically to make sure we're enjoying ourselves. I tried their chicken sate appetizer, the Tom Kha soup (mild spice), and Spicy Basil with crispy pork belly (medium spice). The chicken sate was well seasoned but a little tad dry. The peanut sate sauce was an amazing pairing with the skewers. The Tom Kha soup has a generous amount of mushrooms, and the assorted mushrooms added a variety of textures to enjoy the soup. The soup itself was light but creamy with a right amount of sweetness. The soup was quite tart, and I did wish I ordered a higher spice level to balance out the flavors. The few pieces of chilis in the soup were appreciated for adding that extra kick. I am mixed with the spicy basil. I enjoyed the sauce and how garlicky it was along with the basil and chili flavors. However, my pork belly was rather tough and chewy and needed the sauce for flavor. The green beans were also fairly hard. Overall, I did enjoy my time at Ayara Thai and enjoyed the food. I thought the prices are reasonable as well. But I do feel a tad disappointed for a restaurant featured in the Michelin guide. read more

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Jean and the whole team really make this dining experience worth it! We love the food here and come every time we're in LA. The portions are great and everything is delicious! Sitting inside or outside on a beautiful day with a bowl of Tom Kha delivered to you with a smile is what keeps us coming back. We see so many people be astoundingly rude to the wait staff, barely treating them like people, but they still come to work every day and find a way to make the regulars laugh through it all. This place is worth it and thanks so much to everyone here for the wonderful experience every time! read more

My friend's were raving about Ayara Thai as being their favorite Thai restaurant on the west side, and I have to say that they certainly are up there in quality and pricing. Having just landed at LAX, it was a close enough walk to get to Ayara Thai from Terminal 1 to meet friends for lunch. They do not offer dine-in for lunch but have plenty of outdoor seating. You order either from the kiosk or with the staff at the window. Their menu was massive and I was so pleased to see how everything vegan or vegetarian was clearly marked, and you had the option to veganize items. Plus, there lunch deal is fabulous - for $20, you get a main, appetizer, and a drink. That's awesome! I went with their Tofu Pad See-Ew with papaya salad and a Thai Tea (which uses a non-dairy creamer). The noodles were fire and the use of Chinese broccoli does not go unnoticed. Papaya salad had a nice kick to it as well. My friends shared their Tom Yum and Fried Tofu and both were also delicious. They really do serve up some high quality Thai and I'm so glad we got to try them on this short visit. Highly recommend anyone come over for lunch to take advantage of their combo deal. read more

Ayara Thai - Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Solid neighborhood thai restaurant to throw in your rotation for sure. Ayara is located in Westchester in the little cluster of businesses on W 87th st. If you get lucky sometimes you can nab a spot right out front, otherwise there's always plenty of parking in the lots on the back side of the restaurant. They have outdoor seating set up for nice days, a takeout window on the sidewalk for all takeout orders and plenty of indoor seating as well. Cute neighborhood decor and vibe with great customer service. I've ordered here multiple times now since moving to Westchester and usually get the chicken phad see uh or shrimp yellow curry (and occasionally add in the Brussels and cauliflower). Flavor score is give a 4/5, could use a smidge more flavor but overall great spot! read more

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just enjoyed a spectular Chef's Table dinner that celebrated a variety of immigrant foods including filipino, korean, central american, persian, oaxacan, cambodian and vietnamese. if you every get a chance, you should try their chef events. (~$150/ person) f not, their regular menu is still one of the best restaurants in LA. We are so lucky to have them in westchester read more

Had the opportunity to try Ayara Thai while in LA before our flight to Hawaii. Was staying nearby and I'm always down for some Thai food since it reminds me of home. Ayara Thai is a small family restaurant and it was packed, so we waited about 30 minutes to see if we could get a table. The staff are great. When a table opened up, we got right to ordering lots of my Thai favorites. Thai tea is a must, though I would say it's a little thinner than I like, I drank mine and most of my husband's! We tried the fried tofu, which I haven't eaten in a while. It was on the soft side for me. The dipping sauce was good. The lobster pad Thai was a first for me, a nice twist to a classic Thai meal. Man, that was so good! I'd definitely order that again and skip the apps so I have enough room! This is a great restaurant to check out. Definitely will go again on a future visit to LA! read more

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After reading all the Yelp reviews it was time for me to visit and see if I was as enthralled as everyone else...especially since I had just come back from Bangkok and actually had Thai food in Thailand! I was impressed by the kind service, the salted egg calamari, green papaya salad, and the stir fried greens. I found both the pad see ew and the holy basil stir fry too sweet, but I'm sure some people would like it that way. They have a huge parking lot and take out is the fastest option (you can eat your take out at the tables outside, but there is no restaurant service for those tables). read more

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Great food, great service. As always. For years, this place has been serving the best Thai food. Thanks Mike, thanks Patty. read more

I was craving Tom Kha and I tried 2 different places before Ayara with no luck. I finally found Ayara and I really enjoyed myself and happy to have brought my mother to join. The food was delicious and I even took my food home and enjoyed after. The restaurant itself was pleasant quiet with light music playing. Unfortunately I didn't get a photo of the actual restaurant but take my word and give them a try! read more

Ayara Thai - Tom Kha Shrimo Soup - Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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September 18, 2024 | Los Angeles: After attending an art opening w/my friend, I was craving Thai food. We decided to try a a new Thai place, Ayara Thai & drove the distance, The article he sent me about the restaurant seemed promising & we were excited to try a new place! Upbeat Vibe: The place was super busy last night on a Wednesday w/a mixed crowd; fun! Our info was taken and we walked around to the other stores and restaurants for the 10 minute wait time, until receiving the text message that a table was available! Score! We even had time to read about the background of the restaurant on the large window; impressive story! Atmosphere is upbeat, there was even a birthday celebration along with singing, & the cutest, tiniest dog sitting quietly in a chair next to our table. Thai Iced Tea: I normally absolutely love Thai ice tea. Unfortunately, the Thai iced tea lacked flavor & something was just off about the drink. My friend agreed about his iced tea. After a few small sips, I didn't drink anymore & left it on the table. Drunken Noodles w/Veggies: I ate a bit, because there was some flavor, though incredibly light flavor. I kept trying a few bites, searching for flavor, but decided that was enough & left on the table. Basil Dish: No flavor & I was so confused by this, because it looked delicious! I did take a few bites, searching for the flavor and decided to just leave it on the table. Condiments: We asked for soy sauce & chili paste to add to the dishes to perhaps make them flavorful. Unfortunately, when the chili paste/sauce arrived, it tasted like a vinegar sauce, which wasn't bad, but also wasn't what I normally expect of chili paste. Soy sauce did not help for flavor. Overall: I did enjoy the jasmine rice w/the vinegar flavored condiment I put on top. Though I enjoyed the vibe of the place, as well as reading about the impressive background of the restaurant and experienced welcoming customer service, the food & Thai iced tea were not the vibe for me. However, it's always nice to try something new. Thank goodness In-N-Out Burger was near, because it saved the night for dinner... though I was originally craving Thai food! read more

Ayara Thai - Cute decor | Inside - Thai Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Got their lunch special which is an amazing deal: a small plate, large plate and drink for $24. I got a thai tea which came bottled and was decent, definitely on the sweeter side but good flavor. My small plate was probably my favorite - the crying tiger. The sauce it came with was a thai bbq variation, definitely had a kick but loved it. My large plate was the pad see ew. They literally give you a full size (even with the lunch combo they don't skimp on the portions). The noodles were not the most authentic in my opinion, but still yummy nonetheless and had a nice chew. I did an online order for pickup and just went up to the window and told them my number. Very efficient. read more