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Blai

4.7 (629 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
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Excellent grits
Danielle H.

I really love the soul food. Especially the Shrimp & Grits and the Cajun Seafood Pasta. They're excellent. The Étouffée is also really good. I'm not really impressed with the Thai dishes. I wasn't really impressed with the khao soi or panang curry. The staff can be a hit or miss. The woman working was fast, efficient, and helpful. The young man was not. He appeared to just be standing and watching while the woman was clearing all the tables, taking orders, and refilling drinks. Parking can be a struggle. You have to pay or get validated, which is a big turn off. The lot can fill up during rush hours.

Buddies for over 40 years!!!
BJ R.

The food was absolutely delicious! The service was spot-on, and the owner even came around to check on us and make us feel welcome. That personal touch made the experience even better! The food, service, and hospitality were all on point. I'll definitely be going back!

Drunken Noodles
Patty H.

Y'all, this place is worth the drive no matter where you are coming in from across LA. We stumble upon it scrolling on IG and since I'm a foodie for LA, badass chefs, I'm not surprised and glad we dropped into this Woodland Hills Blai Thai. We need this in Santa Clarita. This is the best black soul and Thai food restaurant I've ever been to so far. The inside is quaint and inviting and our server was super helpful on choices. I actually wanted to order the entire menu and take it home and freeze everything!

TomYum served the best way I've ever experienced.
Adam F.

First of all the food is absolutely Top Notch 5 Star in taste and especially Presentation. Next up I was greeted immediately by a genuinely happy helpful energetic and well dressed host who made me feel welcome. The video here is fun and cool without trying too hard. I met the owners while eating and both are special people. I will be back, since this is my first visit, and I can't wait.

Drunken Noodles
Tara J.

Finally got a chance to check this place out. It definitely lives up to the hype. Recently visited for lunch and dined inside the restaurant instead of carrying out. My party was immediately greeted and seated by someone as soon as we arrived. I got there right before the lunch rush and there were plenty of empty seats but other patrons soon started to trickle in. My recommendation is to show up early if you are pressed for time. Our server was friendly and accommodating. The food was served hot and was very delicious. Be mindful of the spice level when ordering as the food really packed an enjoyable punch with the heat or you can tone it down with light spice. The portions were large and the ingredients tasted fresh. I really enjoyed my meal and I highly recommend if you're looking for something that's very flavorful.

Zipporah M.

I saw Blai's on an Instagram food review reel. Parking: I was surprised by the gate. But easy & plenty! On way out, I noticed a sign stating there is a charge for parking after 20 minute grace period. The aesthetics of the place is very welcoming. They had 80s and 90s RnB music playing Everyone that worked there was very welcoming. Tommy was extremely patient and helpful, answering all of our first time questions! We met the owner Donerick while waiting for our food. He was very gracious & nice to talk with about his restaurant and our experience in LA. We placed a to go order since seating is not very comfortable for my hubby who is very tall and had back surgery a couple of years ago; all of the chairs were low and hard. Another couple leaving was very sweet and offered some advice on their top favs, which help me decide on what to get! Order: -Garlic edamame but I think they gave me the garlic chili edamame. It was absolutely delicious!!!! -Veggie egg rolls which I was very disappointed with. 4 small egg rolls for $10 (too expensive in my book) & they weren't filled or very tasty. A couple seemed a bit undercooked. -Orange chicken was absolutely hands-down amazingly delicious!! (It was my son's order since I don't eat chicken but tried the lonely crispy crumbles in the corner of the box. Lol) -Gumbo was good but seems to be missing a spice or two. it was a smaller portion than I imagined. The rice made it heavy & filled the bowl. I asked if I could get it No spice and my husband requested mild spice. It was the same level of spice! The chef was kind enough to make mine without chicken too! (So grateful) If we come back, I would love to try their dirty rice, green curry grits, noodles and fried okra! And would certainly get the edamame again!!!

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Amada P.

I was in the area for work and decided to look for some good Thai food, and I'm so glad I found this place! Every dish we ordered was packed with incredible flavor. The Drunken Noodles and Thai Basil were absolutely delicious and easily the highlights of the meal. The staff was welcoming, friendly, and happy to answer any questions we had. The restaurant is located in a paid parking area, but they validate your parking, so there's no need to worry about the cost. The atmosphere was just as enjoyable as the food. The artwork throughout the restaurant was beautiful and perfectly reflected the restaurant's unique concept of blending Black soul food with Thai cuisine--hence the name "Blai." Overall, this was an excellent dining experience with amazing food, great service, and a fun, inviting ambiance. I'll definitely be back!

Chicken Gyoza
Jeannie L.

Came here for an early dinner on a Tuesday or Wednesday and it was pretty quiet and easy to grab a table. It was just two of us. We tried the chicken gyoza, pad see ew with beef, and Thai iced tea. The gyoza is on the crispier side, which I love (though some may prefer a more steamed version). Service was great and attentive (though we were the only table dining in). Parking is easy right outside and the restaurant validates (otherwise parking is super expensive, I assume for the surrounding corporate offices).

Green curry shrimp & grits with corn bread and extra shrimp
Xhana N.

It is extremely rare for me to go back to a new restaurant four days after my first visit, but I already went back to Blai. I enjoyed it that much. I met a good friend who I have not seen since last year. We went for a late lunch/early dinner on a Thursday, and it was the perfect time to have time to leisurely catch up. This time I made sure to get the names of the servers helping us - Dylan and EJ! They were both knowledgeable, professional, and friendly. (I also found out that it was likely that Andrew was my server on the first visit.) Overall, everyone that took care of me on my two visits were top notch! My friend and I shared our items family style. This time for a starter we got the egg rolls, which were perfect. For noodles, the Pad Thai noodles were delicious. I loved the green curry shrimp and grits from a couple of days earlier, so it was ordered again. The dish comes with three nice-sized shrimp, but I asked if we could add three more, which was easily accommodated for a little extra cost. And finally, the corn bread was perfectly cooked. All and all, the food and the service are so great here. I think I'll be headed back a lot from now on!

Marie C.

First time visit for a friend birthday. Was very excited to try this fusion restaurant. We opted for sharing dishes so we could all try a little bit of each entrée Shipping and grits: there were only three shrimp but I like the flavor just wish there were more shrimp. Dirty rice: I love dirty rice like from the south usually made with sausage so having it with ground beef, add a different flavor not better or worse just different. Okra: the fried okra was a very small portion with three of us to share. Garlic, green beans with tofu: this was a tasty side dish and there was definitely enough to share. Sticky mango rice: this was the dessert that we shared. I was full, but I still wanted to try it because I love sticky mango rice. I have never had it with the purple rice so that was a little different had more of a earthy flavor to it. The service was excellent. Our server was very pleasant. The ambience of the restaurant was very bright, colorful and definitely set the tone for a nice sitdown dinner with some friends. $$ :Overall it was a good experience. It is a little on the pricey end. I realize that eating out is a little bit more expensive these days however, some of the portions didn't seem to really reconcile the cost. Will definitely return with some friends and enjoy this truly unique diverse menu.

Alex K.

First time here which I've seen this place from social media. The entrance is a little hidden as it's not on the main side of the street. You enter through the gate, which a ticket is given but they will validate afterwards. And the store front is next to the parking structure along with a few other restaurants. We didn't dine in but came to order for take out. From the menu, it's a mix of soul and Thai fusion. Dylan took care of us which he was a sweetheart. I love thai so trying new places is a little hit or miss as I have my favorite spots that never disappoints. Well, let's give it a shot. It's wasn't busy when we arrived, a group inside was dining when we walked in. An order of the summer roll, which we added shrimp as it comes with tofu only. There were loads of veggies which was fine but they could have added a little more of the shrimp. The sauce that accompanied it was great. I love noodle soup so to see that they had some was nice. Would love to have boat noddle but they didn't offer it. Instead I went with the tom yum noodle soup. I hate to say, it wasn't my favorite. The broth was way too sweet for my liking. I alway ask for medium as I like to spice it up myself but when we received the order, there were no extra sauces or condiments in our take out order. Only sauce was the dipping for the summer rolls. That was a bummer. Then there was the drunken noodles. Flat rice noodles with a mixture of greens in a brown sauce with Thai chili. And lastly the panang curry with chicken. Also, spice level for medium and spicy was off. They were pretty much similar, not spicy. The food was so so and that was coming from three of us. I don't know if the soul and Thai fusion was a factor but it was just ok. The reviews sounded good which gave us high hopes about this place, but I have to say that we were a little underwhelmed with the dishes. The flavors for us just wasn't there. Maybe we'll give it another shot but from this first experience, it's leaning toward a different direction.

Tofu Gumbo
Deweyne L.

Finally got around to checking out Blai for dinner. The weather was nice so we went with the patio, which was a great call. Smooth grooves playing outside, chill vibe all around, and the waiter was quick. When I saw tofu gumbo on the menu I was genuinely excited. That's not something you come across often since most places that serve gumbo don't bother offering a vegetarian version. It came out quickly and it was delicious, all the right spices, no complaints. Blai is a solid spot and I'm looking forward to going back and trying more of the menu.

Papaya salad
Nick L.

The people here are always amazing. Customer service is always on point. The papaya salad and the gumbo always hit. Got it extra spicy and it definitely has a kick. This is a place I will continue on going.

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Can we do BYOB (beer and wine) since there is no alcohol menu?

Are there a lot of patrons who dine with their dogs, there, whether they're "service animals" ESA's or pets, I mean dogs period?…

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& Waffles - Side of waffles with strawberries & powdered sugar - it melts in your mouth!

& Waffles

4.3(1.2k reviews)
0.7 mi•Woodland Hills
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The waiters/waitresses are always very friendly and make us feel welcome! The food itself is…read moredelicious, and the portions are fairly large. I've tried the Waffles Benedict, Red Velvet Waffle, and the Matcha Waffle, which were all fantastic. The Waffles Benedict, which came with ham and poached eggs, was my personal favorite (the eggs were the perfect runniness; compliments to the chef!). There is also plenty of seating including chairs and booth options, so larger parties, families with kids, or couples can have a comfortable place to dine. As for the prices, the food ranges within the $20s range (any extra add-ons like eggs, ham, etc. cost a few dollars more). I would say this is pretty typical for an LA restaurant, although it may come off as a bit "pricey" for non-locals or travelers. However, they do offer a very diverse menu, so there is definitely something that everyone could enjoy.

Birthday lunch or birthday brunch, I've been to &Waffles for both. Is it time to go back yet?! My…read more1st visit I chose waffle as my side & that was thee correct decision. I mean it's in the name people. You have got to try the waffles! Service is great. I stopped by once on a whim and ordered lunch to go. They treated me like I was staying. Seated me at the bar, got me water while I waited for my order. Yellow is my fave color so I love it here. It's open & airy. Great for large groups and also fun for our 3 gal brunches. We'll be back.

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& Waffles - Bar& Counter service. 7/7/24

Bar& Counter service. 7/7/24

& Waffles - Veggie Omelette - so tasty!!! Cooked perfectly

Veggie Omelette - so tasty!!! Cooked perfectly

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Pascal Patisserie and Cafe - Breakfast croissant sandwich with side of salad, cortado and OJ

Pascal Patisserie and Cafe

4.5(758 reviews)
0.9 mi•Woodland Hills
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I stop by this place whenever I'm in the area. The pastries are delicious and the coffee is decent,…read morebut the main reason I keep coming back is Kate's service. Besides being beautiful and always smiling, she remembers exactly how I like my coffee--a double espresso pulled long, served in a to-go cup--and even starts preparing it while I'm still waiting in line. I don't know the owners, but Kate represents their business wonderfully! I'll keep stopping by whenever I'm nearby--she turns a decent cup of coffee into an excellent experience.

Food was good. Sandwiches were tasty, no complaints on that. Breads are well overpriced but ok, I…read moreget that labor and materials are expensive nowadays. The worst part was the nasty young lady cashier who has a nose ring and bicep tattoos. She has absolutely ZERO customer service skills, no good manners, she was rushing us as if there was a line in the back (there's none), and as if we've been there before and should know their process by now. (This is the type of cafe where you order at the register and then they give your order to you at the table). She kept yelling at me "anything else?" I gave her the first order (mind you we felt pressured to quickly look at their menu) and she glares and yells at me "anything else?" Gives her another order, and she yells without any smile whatsoever, another "anything else?" several times. I've been to so many cafes and no other cafe has this kind of RUDE, unfriendly attitude. I don't know what her problem was, she needs to adjust her attitude or get fired!!! Don't compare them to Portos since Portos is in a league of its own. Good food, good service, no RUDE employees.

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Pascal Patisserie and Cafe - Other side of the chocolate inside the croissant. Really thin strip of chocolate. Ehh.

Other side of the chocolate inside the croissant. Really thin strip of chocolate. Ehh.

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Saint & Second - Prime Steak & Frites

Saint & Second

4.3(613 reviews)
0.8 mi•Woodland Hills
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Happy hour specials
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First time here for brunch and it did not disappoint. Saw former Miami Heat basketball star, Jaime…read moreJaquez sitting next to us. Now with Milwaukee Buck which is pretty cool. This was once Lucille BBQ which I love and enjoyed. Though I'm sad to see it go, Second and Saint is a great addition to Topanga Village. Atmosphere and decor is beautiful, both indoor and outdoor. The huge black tree decor inside in the restaurant is great sculptural focal point and compliments the space well. The outdoor patio has lounge style vibe and very cozy. We sat outside which was perfect because we had our dog with us. Service was very friendly and helpful. Food was amazing. Bloody Mary was sinfully delicious! Both pork belly lettuce wrap and meatballs were divine. Toasted bread that came with meatballs provides the perfect vehicle for mopping up all the scrumptious tomato sauce and ricotta. We ordered steak and eggs, steak frites and chorizo/egg tacos. The steaks were outstanding, brandy peppercorn sauce and fries cooked in duck fat added an extra layer of yumminess to the steak frites. Chorizo eggs taco was solid and had nice kick. Plentiful parking option Overall, great dining experience worthy of a return visit.

The food was good, nothing out of the ordinary but the Maine Scallop Risotto was definitely a nice…read moretreat. 9/10 Pork chop was alright, but the polenta that came with it was delicious. 7/10 The dips that came along with the mezze plate were delicious, although the flat breads were a bit oily and over salted. 8/10 Service was good, appeared whenever we needed them. Ambiance was nice and cozy.

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Modern Bread And Bagel - Everything Bagel & Cinnamon Bun Latte IG: @ammysalamii

Modern Bread And Bagel

4.2(989 reviews)
0.8 mi•Woodland Hills
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I was craving a GF bagel and was hopeful they would have 1 option- imagine my surprise when I…read morediscovered the entire restaurant is GF!!! I had the most delicious GF cinnamon roll, a sesame seed GF bagel with tomato and super yum cream cheese of the month (scallion and leek) with fresh tomato. There were so many treat options I had to take a few to go. Overjoyed by this place and will be back again soon.

I was absolutely craving a yummy packed open-face bagel this morning and Modern Bread And Bagel…read morereally delivered. I had their limited 'The Bazaar Bagel' and it was soooo good! It scratched my urge and was perfectly seasoned. I'm really big on texture when it comes to my food and this bagel had the elements I needed. The peas were nice and fresh, the cream cheese was smooth, and the seeds added the perfect crunch. Also, their pasty selection looked very good. I will be trying the zucchini bread next time. The service was great! The server was very nice and brought me a bag, taking my dishes once I was finished. The vibe was nice and had a lot of nice chatting. If you like a more chatty environment, I would recommend. Overall, this was a great experience! I kind of wish they had a sweet option for their open-face bagels but the vast pastry selection made up for it! It helps with that sweet craving :)

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Modern Bread And Bagel - Everything Bagel and Super Seed Bagel w/ Strawberry Cream Cheese IG: @ammysalamii

Everything Bagel and Super Seed Bagel w/ Strawberry Cream Cheese IG: @ammysalamii

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Polina Cafe

Polina Cafe

4.3(187 reviews)
1.9 mi•Woodland Hills
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Solid neighborhood café that consistently delivers. The tuna sandwich is a standout -- flavorful…read morewithout being overly fishy, and served on excellent bread that really makes the dish. I always order the French toast when I'm here; it comes with a fun assortment of jams and spreads and is perfect for sharing (or not). The Bureka platter is also very good and perfect for sharing, making it a great option if you want to try a little bit of everything. Coffee is reliably good with plenty of drink options, pricing feels very fair for the quality, and there's tons of seating both indoors and on a spacious outdoor patio. Bonus points for never having a wait. Easy spot to return to again and again.

I visited Polina Cafe recently and had a very pleasant experience overall. The place has a really…read morenice and calm atmosphere that makes it easy to relax and enjoy your time, especially in the morning. It feels quiet, welcoming, and comfortable, which is something I really appreciate when going out for breakfast. The cafe is a great spot for breakfast or a light meal. The seating is comfortable, the place is clean and well organized, and everything feels taken care of. You can tell they put effort into keeping the space neat and inviting. The prices are reasonable for the quality and the experience, which is always a plus. It feels like a good value and not overpriced, especially considering the atmosphere and cleanliness. Overall, this is a very nice cafe with a good vibe, fair prices, and a relaxed setting. I would definitely come back again, especially for breakfast or a quiet coffee. Four stars well deserved.

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Borekas Sephardic Pastries - Borekas Sephardic Pastries

Borekas Sephardic Pastries

4.7(78 reviews)
2.0 mi•Woodland Hills
•$$
Kosher
Family-owned & operated

Out. Of. This. World…read more Finally had the opportunity to snag one of Borekas incredible pastries while in Woodland Hills for a working lunch. Located in a retail parking lot, this nondescript, walkup shop offers some absolutely delicious homemade pastries. The staff are friendly, efficient and there are no bells or whistles...only, bakery magic. I went with the Brown Butter and Potato option and it was outstanding. The aged dough is totally next level. Incredibly flakey, savory, and delicious. Whatever high quality ingredients you get, you'll be hungry for more. Each pastry comes with pickles (always ask for extra), hard boiled eggs and a wonderfully delicious tomato-based dipping sauce. The pastry is so good, I am counting down the days until my next visit...and the next... Very limited outdoor seating in a parking lot with no public restrooms available, but you know what you are getting instead? Divine Flakey Intervention. There is no substitute to Uzi's genius. Grab one today!

I can't remember if I'd already written a review on this place. Well, this place is the ti*s. Its…read moresoo good! Can't go wrong with anything you order. I always buy a box when I'm going to my parents. It comes in a pizza box lol, I love the feeling. It reheats well, the tomato sauce is good, the eggs are delicious and love the pickles. Spinach and cheese is probably the best. Its like a delicious stuffed croissant. No indoor seating, but I think they had outside? I always order online before because they can sell out. Love Love Love.

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Borekas Sephardic Pastries - Borekas Sephardic Pastries

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