While I have only had takeout from this restaurant, it's clearly operating on another level. Thai food is great, but there are many choices and some seem a little uninspired at times, but I think I've found my new favorite. The shrimp fried rice was a generous portion (all entrées here seem to be), and the packaged sauces are worth liberally spreading out. Fresh and cooked perfectly, the shrimp elevated the old standby. Also exceptional is the Crying Tiger beef, which is perfectly cooked medium rare, and sliced on the bias for a nice presentation, even in the to-go packaging, which is top-notch as well. The Pad Sey Ew noodles with chicken was also outstanding, and collectively, it was enough for two meals. I appreciated their ability to expedite to-go orders via the hostess stand out front in the parking lot. A busy and popular restaurant has to keep their customers coming back for more. I certainly will! read more

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My cousins and i decided to come eat dinner at hanuman! Wait was an hour so highly recommend joining the waitlist before arriving! We ordered the ceviche,crying tiger,pad see ew, spicy basil (mild) Drinks: thai tea and coco mango mocktail 5/5 Service is friendly, food did take a while to come out but it's definitely worth it! Crying Tiger portion is very little but the meat was sooo tender. Definitely coming back! read more

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Go to spot for an elevated Thai cuisine experience with indoor and outdoor seating. I shared the Khao Soi and Pad See Ew family style among three people. The portion sizes are large so it was plenty for us. We were also told we could order from the restaurant next door which is Thai-Japanese fusion. We tried the Soft-shelled crab dish which was about an appetizer size. The Khao Soi was very flavorful and has a prickly spiciness, so beware if you don't prefer spicy foods. The Pad See Ew was slightly too salty for us. This spot is always busy so I recommend using the Yelp waitlist. The service was great and very attentive! They constantly filled our waters and took trash away from our table. read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Pad See Ew Khao Soi - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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My absolute favorite Thai restaurant anywhere in the world. The must get items are Massaman curry and their Pad See Ew noodles. Even all the cocktails I've tried there are amazing, and the service is always quick and friendly. Parking is usually available, but there's usually a wait (which you can get ahead on the Yelp waitlist online). This place is perfect for something casual with friends, or a cute date night with your significant other. read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

One of the best Thai restaurants I've been to! It's a small restaurant and it's always busy but I get it. The wait is worth it. You also have the option of taking the order to go if you don't want to wait. The staff are friendly as well. We ordered the Massaman Curry with Steak, Chicken Satay, Mango Sticky Rice, Pad See Ew. Everything was flavorful and delicious. Will definitely be back! read more

I was told this spot is one of the best thai spots in OC. Problem is OC's track record for delicious food is nonexistent. This restaurant did not change that opinion. To start off, service was inefficient and slow. 4 tables were empty for nearly 10 minutes while there were more than 20 parties on the waitlist with an entire crowd of people out front waiting. I got seated after waiting for roughly 45 minutes and ordered a pad see ew with chicken. Food came pretty fast within 5 minutes of ordering. The pad see ew was huge plate but its like the chef dumped an entire bowl of sugar into it. All I could taste was diabetes. Overall, cannot recommend this place to anyone. Long wait times because of slow staff, and one of the most common thai dishes botched. I should have just driven back to thai town in LA and gotten actual food. read more

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Wait can be long so try to join waitlist on Yelp if you can. Pad see ew and gai todd hat yai are the two dishes I always get and I rotate between pad thai, ceviche, or a curry dish for a third or fourth. The desserts are also great! Can't go wrong here. read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

My absolute favorite Thai food. The Massaman curry with steak is so amazing. The pad see ew and drunken noodles are too salty. And the pork rinds in the mee klook were old. Skip the other stuff and just go for their curries. Service was pretty solid, it's only that the wait was super long. Called on the phone to ask if we could do reservations (none), but she didn't mention that we could sign up for the Yelp waitlist which was kind of annoying. For the atmosphere, sitting outside is nice if it's not too hot. Inside feels a bit cramped and gloomy. read more

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One of the top thai restaurants in my book. The flavors here are phenomenal. we got the yellow curry with steak, shrimp pad thai and a thai tea. There was a 15 minute wait but it wasn't too bad. I loved the wok flavor of the noodles and the steak was super tender. 10/10 read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - the spread - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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This is one my top 10s in Orange County. they have the cutest aesthetics but also amazing food It's so vibey and everybody who works there is so sweet. And this place will surprise you in the best ways read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

The food was all so amazing and came out quickly I'm so happy I had time to sit down instead of my normal to go order. Drinks were so delicious as well! Service was not great, numerous amounts of times we had no water(had to ask for more 3x after they didn't come back with water after coming back with our food), had the heater turned off and had to ask twice for it to be turned on as well. read more

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Came in on a Wednesday night 6/3/26 around 9 pm and got seated in about 10 mins. I understand the hype for this restaurant now! The food was really good and I definitely want to come back for more and try their other menu options. I'm new to eating khao soi and this is the best one I've had so far. I loved the texture of the noodles and the taste of the curry, Very hearty and filling dish. I also loved their appetivers. The eggs sounded so simple but so flavorful that I think it is my favorite thing in the menu. The ceviche was so fresh and was a great palate cleanser. Will definitely try to get a reservation next time to avoid the wait and can't wait to try their other foods. read more

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Joined Yelp waitlist from 4 mi away on a Friday night. The wait was about 1 hr 30-45 min, but it was def worth it. We ordered the Hanuman Ceviche, Gai Todd Hat Yai (fried chicken & sticky rice), and Panang with hanger steak. Everything was sooooo yummyyy!! The ceviche was my favorite! The yellowtail melted in our mouths, and the shrimp chips added such a good crunchy contrast. Tasted the Thai flavors too. I want more! The fried chicken was juicy, coating was crispy, generous portion, and the sweet and tangy dipping sauce tied everything together. Wished the sticky rice had been a bit softer/tender for my preference. The Panang was rich, creamy, and had a perfect kick of spice. The hanger steak was tender and soaked up the spices from the sauce really well. Only complaint is more meat pleaseeee hahah we had more sauce leftover and wanted more! Service was friendly and overall great. Our server even asked twice about food allergies Can't wait to come back and try more of the menu!!! read more

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Was staying at the hotel next door so joined the online waitlist. Our table for 2 came up pretty fast for weeknight. Come before 7 to order the mango sticky rice dessert ahead of time before they run out. We were also able to order food from the next door Etc bar x thaizakaya since it's the same owner. We also ordered two drinks but they accidentally made a different one so they gave it to us for free. Great service! read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Mee klook noodles, coco mango drink, ruk na drink, and lost in Samui drink - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I came here last month with 2 friends on a Wednesday evening, and we waited almost an hour long to be seated. Parking in the plaza was plentiful on the bright side. We first ate the pad see ew w/ chicken which was delicious, followed by the massaman and khao-soi. The food portions are generous, so I was quite happy with everything we ordered. The mango sticky rice had the most beautiful presentation I've seen in a mango sticky rice dish, and I would definitely order that again! The interior of the restaurant is a bit small, with the bathroom awkwardly located in the far back corner. Given how popular and successful Hanuman has become, I feel like there should be more space for customers so that the wait time can also be cut shorter. If I had to compare Hanuman to another Thai restaurant, I'd probably mention Manaao in Tustin. Can't wait to return and try other dishes! read more

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Tried this place with some friends and enjoyed it a lot! The wait is crazy as expected but it was well worth it. We were lucky to get a table inside, as many people were being seated on the outdoor deck by the parking lot where it was pretty sunny and crowded. The restaurant itself was a bit warm too. The Ruk Na was really beautiful and had a delicious lychee flavor! Super sweet and concentrated for my taste, but a great summer drink. Family style is the best way to order here. The pad see ew was delicious with tofu - the portion was huge and I loved that it came with a side of chili fish sauce. The khao soi was also very delicious and rich with a good serving of chicken, beautifully presented! The crying tiger was just okay. Meat was very tender but the portion was very small for the price, and I wish that there was a jaew sauce to dip it in, it was on the blander side for me. But the Massaman curry with hangar steak was sooo good - cooked a beautiful medium rare and served with roti that was perfectly flaky and crispy. The mango sticky rice is also very pretty. The sticky rice was warm and soft with toasted coconut on top. Although the mango was very beautifully presented, I feel that the slices were a little too thin. A thicker cut would allow the taste of the mango to come through better, but since the slices were so thin I felt like it didn't taste like too much, if that makes sense. But soooo pretty nonetheless. Overall, great spot and would love to come again! read more

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Nice and small Thai Street eatery near John Wayne OC airport. Always crowded and have long waitlist. In the evening, they use the patios and have quit few tables. We came couple time. Even with Yelp Waitlist, the waiting time is at least 1 hour plus! Located in a small strip mall next to Ayres Hotel. Next to it is a Japanese restaurant. Same owner. They offer their menu at Hanuman. Once seated, service was fast. Food is not bad. Not your typical Thai taste. Depends on your taste bud. Some has the chef's interpretation. Nice plating. Taste is hit and miss with the combination. The family loves the fried chicken, not too much on sticky rice. Same with the curry sauce. Nice steak but the roti is not dry. Interesting combination with fresh tasty Yellowtail ceviche with Shrimp crackers. Will try different menu next time. read more

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Updating my review since this time was much better. Staff was attentive and food was just as yummy as last time. Definitely go early!! read more

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This was my second visit because I was so wowed by their Kha Soi on my last visit. This time, unfortunately, we were a bit underwhelmed. The portions were small and the taste was just "ok." We've been indulging in a lot of Thai and the wow factor just wasn't there. Solid food, good service, but didn't win me over this time around. read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Wow! This place is good. We ordered Pad See Ew, Khao Soi, Hanuman Fried rice and crying tiger. Pad see ew is good! I love the smoky taste to it, the Khao Soi is so creamy and that chicken is huge! Hanuman Fried rice is packed with meat and it tastes good too! The crying tiger, I was a bit surprised with how small the portion is despite it's price though it's an appetizer, I just thought it would be a little bit more. Service is good, they were very accomodating and friendly. We have our dog so we decided to seat outside and they even gave my dog a water bowl. Inside dining is a bit small, so it's good that they have a couple of outdoor seats as well. We came around 3pm so there's not that much people yet, but everyone seems happy with their food and I could hear them compliment their food. Will definitely be back to try other food on their menu! read more

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All the food was very seasoned! We also ordered oysters from its partnering restaurant next door to try out. I would prefer if the sausage came with some sticky rice to pair with it. Expect long waits as everyone wants to try yummy food, we went during dinner time and waited about 30-45 minutes with a reservation. read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

There's always a reason why this place has a line out the door even before it opens. The food is phenomenal and totally worth every minute spent waiting in line. When you arrive, there's a kiosk for you to put your name down. For parties over 6, you'll have to check in with the host to be added to the list. I arrived at the restaurant 10 minutes before opening, and it took around 15-20 minutes after they opened to get seated, which wasn't as bad as I had expected. I wanted to order everything off the menu, but ended up sticking with a few of their signature dishes. We got the Massaman curry with skirt steak, Pad See Ew with shrimp, Boat Noodles, and Gai Todd Hat Yai. Everything we ordered was 10/10 for me. Each dish was flavor explosion. Starting with the Massaman curry - it was perfectly rich and creamy. The bread that came with the curry was warm and chewy - perfect for soaking up every last bit of all the delicious curry. The steak was cooked to perfection: tender, juicy, and incredibly flavorful, making every bite absolutely satisfying. Another interesting dish for me was the Gai Todd Hat Yai, which is Chef Jenny's Hometown famous street food - the fried chicken and sticky rice. The chicken was perfectly fried and the flavor of the chicken was finger-licking good. The sticky rice was a nice side but I didn't end up finishing the rice because the star of the show here was the chicken. What was surprising delicious and the highlight for me was actually the Pad See Ew! The noodles had the perfect bouncy, chewy texture, and the sauce struck both the balance of sweet and savory - a combination that's surprisingly hard for me to find these days. The shrimp was so plump and succulent, making the dish even more satisfying. Talking about the ambiance, I felt like I was transported to Thailand (though I've never actually been). The walls were filled with photos, memorabilia, and eclectic decor that gave the restaurant a fun, tiki vibe. Service was great. Food was phenomenal. I am definitely coming back as a regular! read more

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This place is so good, but just be prepared because the wait is always long. I genuinely don't even know what a good time to come is because every time I've gone, there's still been a bit of a wait. But honestly, the food is good enough that it still feels worth it. There's both indoor and outdoor seating, which I liked, and our server was really nice and gave us a lot of recommendations, including a drink that I can't remember the name of but was actually really good. Overall, definitely a spot I'd come back to, I'd just mentally prepare for the wait first. read more

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This place gets super packed. Reminds me of a hipster restaurant, lots of young people. The service is amazing. Everything we got was amazing. The chicken wings to start were super delicious. I was impressed how crispy and juicy it was as well as flavors. The rice with the sauce that comes with it is addicting. 4.8/5. The Pad See Ew was probably one of the best in Costa Mesa. It had so much flavor it was ridiculous. 5/5. The haunaman fried rice (I think that's how you spell it) was next tier. The sweet sausage and umami flavors of the dish it was gone quick. 5/5. The pad Thai was sus at first. They don't do chicken. Just tofu and shrimp. I guess that's the "authentic" way of making it back in the motherland. I got it anyways and it did not disappoint. So good. 4.9/5. Overall I would come back here. You just need to make reservations because this place gets packed fast and people come in crowds. read more

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The best thai food I've had. The panang curry is unmatched and works so well with the hangar steak. The food is always so delicious and is a must try. They don't do reservations as it's walk-in/wait list only. Be prepared to wait an 1-1.5 hours at peak times. The overall restaurant has a nice ambiance and the employees are very nice. read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Panang curry with hangar steak and bread - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Busy during the evening, definitely prepare to wait long period of time just to get a table. Luckily, we waited 20 minutes so it was not too. They have inside and outside seating. We were fortunate to get a table outside and they provide heaters by the table. Wow!! The food was impeccable, the decoration on the food was nicely done, but the plates were pretty big. We barely had room on the table. We had to minimize what we had because we did not have room for a party of 6. The Moshi drinks were tasty, not too overly sweet. The staff members were welcoming. Tons of parking. read more

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One of the best Thai restaurants! This definitely competes with others in the area. The kao soi was super flavorful, the noodles were AMAZING, and the chicken leg on the side hit the spot. The pad see ew was so yummy. The ratio of noodles to egg to veggies and chicken was perfection. The flavor was 12/10, it wasn't too salty. Highly recommend. The fried chicken was tasty, but there could have been more meat! It was rlly lacking, especially for the price. The Thai iced tea was also super refreshing, it's my go to beverage. Not too sweet or unflavorful. We did takeout so we didn't go inside, but they had outdoor seating. It was packed inside. It looked very pretty or read more

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One of my favorite places for Thai fusion. Beautiful presentation with great flavors. It is a very small restaurant and it gets packed quick!! They also own the restaurant next door which is a Korean Japanese Thai fusion so you can choose between two menus which is cool. read more

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gai todd hat yai ($24) khao soi ($24) pad see ew ($19) - everything was above average! Very similar to what id have in nyc - the chicken was juicy n tender, khao soi hit the spot right away, and pad see ew was pretty standard - i love it since it's super authentic, so i can also see why they have such long lines and wait times - definitely a spot id recommend if you're around the area, trying to look for bussin thai food rating: 4.5/5 - really solid choice; la doesn't have many outstanding thai spots but this one for sure is - everything we ordered was good and came in a massive portion - service was quick and friendly - has outdoor dining as well but no vibes IG: @nom.noms.only read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - IG: @nom.noms.only | gai todd hat yai - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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When I first tried Hanuman I thought it was okay but the last few times I've been now it's been really good You can also order the food from Nextdoor restaurant Thai izakaya. Pork jowl here is great. Tender and juicy with a bright sauce that balances the fat. Khao soi is standard (I feel most places do it well now) and only offers chicken as a protein. Drunken noodle with pork was great. The pork has a nice charred taste to it. Sushi was decent (from the other side) read more

This place gets pretty busy quickly so come a but earlier for some buffer. I came at 4pm and the place was being full but luckily no wait. I ordered the panang chicken curry, the portion size was very filling and the taste was great. However it could have been hotter temperature wise. The fried chicken there is a must have and the sticky mango rice was great as well. Service was great and staff were friendly. Id come back, note parking does get full as well quickly... read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Panang curry - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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When my group arrived around 6 pm, the wait was reasonable. We were seated within 30 minutes. We ordered the Panang Curry with steak, Pad Thai Boran, Hanuman Ceviche, and Gai Todd Hat Yai for our entrees. Each dish was cooked to perfection, and the Panang Curry was perfectly spiced. I particularly appreciated the small cuts of the tofu, so that each bite of Pad Thai contained some. For dessert, we ordered the Banana Pudding and it was incredible, read more

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Favorite Thai restaurant in SoCal! Obsessed with their Chicken Satay, Karee, Drunken Noodles, and Mango Sticky Rice. Inside is very nice but a bit small. I always love sitting outside with the fresh air - the staff always keeps every table shaded and will adjust the umbrellas throughout your meal. Overall the staff are so nice and on top of everything! Only caution is to be mindful of their hours and how busy they get. They open later in the day and are closed on Sundays. For that reason, there's a significant wait during the times they are open (for a walk-in during peak times, expect 1hr minimum...) Will be back again, and again.....and again. read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Mango sticky rice (Spring/Summer only) - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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very long wait for very subpar food. the wait on a weekday was almost an hour because the restaurant is very small. *thai fried chicken (5/5)- the only dish that was decent. the fried chicken is crispy and perfectly flavorful *khao soi (2/5) - there aren't a lot of thai places that have khao soi so i was really looking forward to trying this. after having amazing khao soi in thailand, i feel like this is extremely unflavored with a weak curry flavor. *massaman curry (2/5) - similar case here with a lack of curry flavor in the curry *thai fried rice (3/5) - average thai fried rice, but i've lowkey had better at other everyday thai places *shrimp pad thai (1/5) - this had a super weird fishy flavor that i was not a fan of. it tasted really off from what im used to for this dish *pad see ew (2/5) - not bad but it was WAY too over flavored, it tasted so salty and overwhelming read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - fried chicken - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Tried this place several years ago at the Newport Blvd location and everything was just so so, but went back this year to the Bristol location and I'm really glad I gave it another shot. I've already been back three times since, twice in one week even haha. Chicken wings are good, but definitely better as an app and not a main. The house greens are simple but satisfying. I keep going back for the drunken noodles though. Great flavor, a little heat, and just one of those dishes that hits every time. I've gotten the mild and medium and definitely prefer the medium heat. Dinner companions tried the massaman curry and loved it. The son in law egg is a must get. The Thai tea crème brûlée was also really good, but I think it's seasonal. The space is small but cute. It can get a little smoky and food heavy inside, so I'd sit outside if you don't want to leave smelling like dinner. That said, a little smoke won't stop me. Crowds here get legit around dinner time. Highly recommend rolling in with a reservation if you're hungry, or be prepared to wait even on a weeknight. Definitely redeemed itself for me and has earned a spot in the regular rotation. read more

Went for linner so we missed the rush and got seated right away. Service was super quick and attentive the whole time. Khao Soi was really good. Noodles stayed bouncy even sitting in the broth for a while. It was a bit spicier than I expected (and I removed the chili crisp at the start), but the curry broth was rich and flavorful. Slightly salty, but the lime helped balance it out. The chicken was the star though! So tender and juicy, literally falling off the bone. Pad Thai had a nice chew, not mushy at all. Flavor leaned a bit more smoky, almost like pad see ew vibes? Shrimp were plump and not fishy. Crying Tiger had perfectly cooked steak. It was super tender and easy to cut, almost melts in your mouth. Only thing was the sauce was kinda lacking. Needed more of it or just stronger flavor. They didn't have mango sticky rice, so we got the coco mango drink instead. Very strong mango flavor, kinda like frozen mango, and it actually reminded me of mango sticky rice. Overall had good mango flavor and creaminess, but def on the sweeter side. Not sure if you can adjust the sweetness but would've been fine at like 50% sweetness. read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Khao soi Pad Thai (shrimp) Crying tiger Coco mango (nonalcoholic) - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Best Thai spot I've found yet! The Massaman curry with hanger steak is a masterpiece, 10/10 flavor with perfectly cooked tender steak. The Pad See Ew with shrimp was excellent, and the Gai Tod Hat Yai fried chicken was flawlessly crispy and juicy. The Thai fried rice with pork was standard but good. My only letdown was they were out of mango sticky rice by the time we ordered, but the rest of the menu is delicious. Lots of parking; it's in a small shopping center. Service was quick and friendly, we were in and out of there in no time. read more

Hanuman Thai Eatery - Pad See Ew with shrimp Thai fried rice with pork - Thai Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Worth the wait but just go 10 minutes before they open at 2:59. You could also join waitlist on Yelp app if you're a few miles away. There's limited tables inside but they have some tables outside as well. I've had this place bookmarked for a while and finally decided to try. Definitely so glad I finally came here and will be coming again. Everything was soo delicious! Started with mango sticky rice mocktail, very tasty and refreshing but it's like mango juice with baked rice cake pieces and some coconut cream on top. Chicken satay was slathered in peanut sauce and every bite was so tender even though it's chicken breast. Great to pair with rice. Gai Todd Hat Yai fried chicken was so crispy and very fresh to order, it was still steaming hot while we were eating it. This is definitely messy hand food because it just tastes so good getting a bit of sticky rice, fried onions, some chicken and dipping everything in their chili sauce - elite combo. Khao Soi was very creamy with a kick, you get that nice flavorful coconut base. Downside is that there's only 1 chicken drumstick as protein but on the plus side it was extremely tender. Chicken thai fried rice was good and a big hefty portion however I didn't care for this that much, it was a normal fried rice to me. Thai ice coffee was good - not too sweet! Had a hint of grass jell flavor imo. Finished with chalalalala - feeds like a family or at least 4 people or more. Did not expect this size and it was so hard to finish lol. Basically thai tea shaved ice with some dense bread, topped with evaporated milk, grass jelly and cornflakes. This one is not that bad but probably wouldn't get again. Never had a Thai tea shaved ice like this before read more

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Highly recommend to be on the waitlist as it gets very busy!! This is my second time here and it's actually so good compared to my first time (a while ago). I came HUNGRY. Green Papaya Salad- Delish!!! I got medium spice but will do one level higher next time! Just the right amount of spice, enough to make you drink water AND still enjoy it! Hanuman's Ceviche- soooo good!! It's definitely a MUST TRY. I will be getting this every time I go. It's light and refreshing, especially with a slight citrus splash! Pad Kee Mao- WAIT A MINUTE, HOLD UP. WHAT?! I usually get Pad Thai but decided to switch it up and I am glad I did!! IT'S SO YUMMY! So much umami and very flavorful!! Panang w/ Shrimp- My go-to from all the curries. It's a little sweet and salty. That balancing contrast where you get the best of both worlds. Khao Soi- I'm not a huge fan of Khao Soi. I could never eat this dish by itself, I think it's too heavy. I did have a small bowl though, it was good!! read more

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First time eating here, had the Panang Curry w/ Hanger Steak, and Chicken Satay on the side, was very good. Wait time is pretty long, waited about an hour on a Sunday evening. Would definitely come again, but not on a busy day. read more