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Lum Ka Naad

3.7 (520 reviews)
ModerateThai, Seafood, Noodles
Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Quiet
Casual
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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Chicken satay pad Thai lunch special  amazing!!
Ari D.

I used to come to Lum Ka Naad in Encino for dinner back in the day, but I recently discovered their fabulous lunch special, and now I'm officially hooked. For just $16, you get an incredible deal : salad, eggroll, and your choice of entrée. I always order the Pad Thai with Chicken Satay lunch special (L21) , and it never disappoints. You get three large skewers of juicy chicken breast, marinated in rich Thai flavors, served with a generous portion of Pad Thai. It also comes with a small tray of peanut sauce, refreshing cucumber salad, and dipping sauce for the eggroll. The portions are satisfying and the flavors are consistently delicious. The restaurant also has great parking, which makes lunchtime super convenient. And a special shout-out to May, the manager sweet pretty Thai lady!! She is always warm, welcoming, and genuinely hospitable. You can tell she cares about her guests and makes everyone feel comfortable. Amazing value, flavorful food, and lovely service ....this has officially become my go-to lunch spot in Encino!

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Ane V.

My client was craving for a Thai food so I decided to take her here. We arrived around 2pm ish and we were seated right away. It was because we were the only customers. It was like a ghost town. I asked the server and he said - customers usually come during dinner time. While waiting for the food, we entertained ourselves in watching the traffic along Ventura Blvd. Our food didn't take that long to arrive. Food: 3/5 - Chicken Pad Thai - Egg Roll The Chicken Pad Thai was lovely in color, generous portion but lacks taste. Whilst the chicken is dry and cut in very tiny pieces. The egg roll was okay. Limited fillings. It's like cabbage and a vermicelli only. There are places that serves better. *Parking in the back.

Chicken satay lunch special with pad Thai. So good!
Jonny S.

This Thai place is amazing. Sadly I moved away from the neighborhood and can't enjoy the food as much as before. But I dropped in a couple days ago and had lunch. It was still great! The service was fast and nice and the ambience was appealing. They were even playing Wiz Khalifa on the house speakers. Made for a comfortable experience. The lunch special is at a good price point for how much you get. Pictured here is the chicken satay lunch with pad thai. So delicious! I'll back next time I'm in Encino.

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Big portions and really good food! Nice and clean inside and fast and super nice service :) I always order takeout and this was the first time dining in and it did not disappoint!

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Reviews are mixed. Many highlight the authentic Thai flavors, generous portions, and friendly staff. The lively atmosphere and good lunch specials are also noted.

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I would have given it 5 stars. The place not crowded but took over 20 minutes to get drinks.

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Thanks, Amy for sharing your opinions.

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Great lunch special deal and delicious food! Great customer service. Clean dining area.

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I ate there with my wife and a friend, it gave us the "G.I Trots" for two days and we each ordered something different from the menu.

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We tried to eat here on a Friday night at 1025p and place said kitchen was closed. Very unhappy.

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Thanks for your continued supporting, Candace.

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10 months ago

Everything devious as usual. Tried the pork curry this time an interesting dish with a delicious curry sauce. Always happy to come here!

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Lunch special is a good deal and the portion sizes are great. Fast and friendly service.

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7 months ago

Fantastic foods, and nice environment, I love this Thai restaurant perfect in near by area

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The food is fantastic. We tried 5-6 different dishes and all were excellent. This is the place for Thai food in big way!!

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I ordered chicken and veggie rolls wrapped in rice paper. I enjoyed them. The service was polite trying to please. At lunch it's quiet

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