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    Manaow

    4.5 (1.3k reviews)
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    Updated 3 months ago

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    Ken C.

    People have been telling me about Manaow for years. Now I understand why. It's just really good Thai food for a really fair price. I came for lunch on a weekend. They have a regular menu, a lunch menu, and a "taste of thailand set menu". Most of the "set menus" were around $25 and they came with 2-3 dishes. Went with their Chiang Mai set, which came with Khao Soi with shrimp, crispy pork belly, sticky rice, and some pickled vegetables. I really appreciated that the flavors of these dishes were assertive, that we didn't really have to ask them about spice levels, and the balance on the dishes were perfect. I also ordered a "moo ping" (pork skewer) appetizer plate, which came with sticky rice and sauce. It's a delicious appetizer. Skewer was Sweet, tangy, and meaty and the sticky rice was chewy. I'd highly recommend it. I love that, with their set dishes, they give you the opportunity to taste a few items from various regions of Thailand for a really reasonable price. Will definitely be back very soon!

    Stuffed Chicken Wing
    Kristine P.

    From the food, ambiance, and service 10/10! Staff paid very great attention to us and made sure we had everything to enjoy our food. The crispy pork was great along with its side veggies. Recommend all the sets!!

    Lunch Set - Northern Thailand Set
    Azelle B.

    Food is great, authentic and consistent! Came in for their lunch sets this time and the portions are amazing for $25 you get a little bit of everything in a full size order. While service is friendly and great, docking a star for the wait... there's always a decent wait when dining in (pick-up is better!) but today in particular was a little too much. Walked in at 11:15 (they open at 11 and we were the first there), our food was served at 12:15pm.. 1hr is the longest wait we've had over at Manaow. Might be a random bad day but definitely took away from a "quick lunch" experience.

    Michelle Y.

    A cute cozy Thai gem in LBC. The place looks small on side but it was a decent size inside with a warm vibe to it. Nicely decorated. The ambiance is a bit loud on the night we dined it. They have a big selection of Thai dishes with your common comfort food. Being Hmong, I noticed a lot of familiar dishes. The food was flavorful, well balanced, and flavorful but small portions. Staff were a bit slow at times but still friendly and helpful. Parking is a bit tight but there's also street parking. I really liked the drink sampler teas, that was awesome and the drinks all tasted good, and we were able to pick one that we get a full serving. Overall, food and drinks were a bit pricy, but worth it! We will come back again if in the area.

    Lots of menu options
    Kimberly F.

    Tried this place on a Tuesday evening and was seated quickly. The food took a bit of time to come out but it was super yummy. The herbed fish was flavorful and unique. The portions and prices were pretty standard. The menu had lots of options and the parking was decent considering it's near the beach and other establishments. The interior was really cute and spacious. I enjoyed the southern style curry noodles and my friend enjoyed the green curry. My only note is that the next day I was eating my leftovers and there was a piece of plastic in it. I don't know how it got in there but it was quite alarming. Hoping that was just a random fluke because this is a nice Thai spot.

    Limeade so goooooood.
    Julian R.

    FEAST FOR TWO! From the North and South Noodles to the (requested) North extra fried chicken wings, Succulent fried fish that was dry at all and the fried pork with two sauces while all washed down with a refreshing drink... This place was actually amazing! Tucked off in a tiny strip mall, my cousin told me I had to try this place and it didn't disappoint. My server as well let me know his recommendations as he started with the first "popular" but I had to shut that down for only authentic and not what everyone eats. I'm not a fan of sweet things so most of my meal I had opted for the fishy salty garlicky with a hint of spice! Definitely be coming back when im out this way a couple blocks from the beach.

    Menu (Jan 2026)
    Luke L.

    Manaow is one of many Thai restaurants in Long Beach and has been around since 2014. The restaurant was started by the mother-daughter team and the interior decor is very vibrant. [Parking]: There's actually a designated parking lot for the restaurant which is a rarity in this part of Long Beach (Belmont Heights). [Menu]: Yelp's top 3 highlights are your classic Pad Thai, Pad See Ew, and Drunken Noodle. Our waiter also recommend Northern Style or Southern Style Curried Noodles. In addition, Manaow also offers a drink sampler for $10 (a miniature flight of Manaow's most popular beverages including Thai iced tea with cream, Thai iced coffee with cream, limeade, lemongrass tea, and tamarind juice). They also offer unique dishes like Artichoke Curry, Roasted Duck Curry, and Thai snacks & street food. *** Drunken Noodle (Pad Kee Mao - stir-fried rice noodles, ground chicken, fresh garlic, bell peppers, jalapeno, fresh chili, fish sauce, and basil - mild spicy, $14): To my surprise, mild spicy had about 75% spicy level as Sriracha. The noodle tasted good and I cleaned up the entire plate. *** A solid 4.5-star on food and bump up to 5-star due to convenient parking.

    Hat Yai Set
    Vahe A.

    This is not only possibly the best Thai place that I've tried outside of Thailand, but one of the best food joints I've been to in a long time. We got the grilled shrimp as an appetizer and it was a 100% the best shrimp that I ever had. Couldn't figure out what was different about it but it was from gods :) Everything in the set menu was also great - I got the Southern Thailand set, which at the time came with a mussels Panang Curry and the mussels were huge, I've never seen anything like that. The curry was great and so was the chicken. It also came with roti bread, I had no idea that Thai people make bread. The service was friendly and attentive, but maybe make sure you are not starving when you come here as it did take us about 20 mins to get seated and extra 30 mins to get our food - totally worth it though!

    Herbed Fish
    Pah S.

    I really enjoy coming to Manaow -- the food is consistently flavorful, well-executed, and satisfying. I was a bit surprised to see some negative reviews, especially around "authenticity." As someone who is Thai and has brought visiting family here, we've all genuinely enjoyed the flavors. It's always interesting how people define what "authentic" Thai food should be. We've been a few times now, and some of our go-to dishes include the Moo Daad Diew (pork jerky with crispy rice) and Som Tum (papaya salad). On our most recent visit, we ordered the jerky, Tom Kha with Chicken, Mieng Pla Tod (herbed fried fish), Pork Belly with Fish Sauce, Kana Moo Krob (Chinese broccoli with crispy pork belly), and Kao Phrik King with Chicken. Everything was delicious, but the standouts for me were the herbed fish and the Kana Moo Krob -- though I wouldn't have minded slightly larger cuts of pork belly. (Not a big deal.) My partner loves the lemongrass iced tea, while I usually go for oliang (Thai iced coffee without milk). They also offer a drink sampler, which is a nice touch if you want to try a few options. One unique feature I appreciate is the Archarn Chood -- set menus inspired by different regions of Thailand. The Bangkok set is solid, but I especially enjoy the Southern and Northern options (I'm a big fan of Hat Yai fried chicken). The ambiance strikes a great balance between modern and rustic, with thoughtful decor that nods to Thai agricultural life. My dad is from Ayutthaya, so seeing elements like traditional farming tools was a nice, personal touch. While places like Chiang Rai get a lot of attention (and deservedly so), Manaow feels more like a neighborhood gem -- less crowded, more relaxed, and consistently good. Friendly staff, great food, and a welcoming atmosphere make it a spot I'm always happy to return to.

    Pad Thai
    Myra F.

    Came to Manaow for lunch and it did not disappoint. We tried the Pad Thai, Pad See Ew, and the Tom Yum noodle soup -- all three were super fresh and full of flavor. The Pad Thai had that perfect sweet-savory balance, the Pad See Ew had great wok flavor and tender noodles, and the Tom Yum noodle soup was honestly my favorite... spicy, bright, and comforting. Everything tasted clean and well-seasoned, nothing overly salty or oily, which I appreciate. Their lunch specials are also such a steal -- generous portions and really reasonable prices for the quality. Our server was friendly and attentive, and parking was easy since it's in the shopping center. Definitely one of those spots you walk out of thinking, "Okay... when am I coming back?" Fresh food, good prices, and overall a really solid Thai lunch spot. Highly recommend.

    Tiger Steak
    Janet G.

    Our son's girlfriend recommended this great place. We ate there with some friends and we were all glad we did. It is located in a little shopping plaza and is very unassuming. We walked in and were greeted warmly. They prepared our table and we were seated right away. We noticed the modern and nice interior immediately. The spring rolls were recommended so we ordered those right away. Our friend was very intrigued by the menu so it took him quite a while to decide. Our waitress was very patient and answered all of our questions. My husband and our friend ordered Lemongrass Tea but I ordered the flight of 5 different drinks. I actually enjoyed each one but chose the Thai Iced Tea with cream to order. My husband also tasted some of the flight and ordered the Thai Iced Coffee. With the flight you also get to order a full drink. My husband and I are traveling so we split the Pineapple Fried Rice. Our friend who took awhile to order chose the Tofu Curry, his wife ordered the Tiger Steak. We all enjoyed our meals immensely! We decided to split the Mango Coconut Rice (I think that was the name). After our delicious meals it was the perfect end to the meal with plenty to share.

    Beef
    Yvette N.

    Celebrated 2 dear friends birthdays this past weekend. This place was recommended and love that they have good reviews and local. The food was delicious so tasty and had some good heat. The wait staff were patient with us since it was some of our first time here. The restaurant is located in LBC in a strip mall.. once you walk in it's pretty spacious and inviting and gives a family feel

    Russ L.

    Manaow Thai is a cozy gem. The place is small but has a warm vibe. The ambiance is a bit loud. The food was flavorful, well balanced, and flavorful but small portions. Although it was very busy, the service was quick and efficient.

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    Ask the Community - Manaow

    How spicy is the curry for someone who cant handle spice?

    It's not very spicy, but that's coming from a person who loves spice. The good thing is you can ask them to make it spicy or mild or no spice at all.

    This place is listed today as having outdoor seating. Is it still available? If it is, is it covered or heated? How many people can sit there? / June 8, 2023

    There is some outdoor seating. It's not heated & you're by the parking lot. The tables I saw were small, maybe for 2 - 4 people at most. There are much larger tables inside, including long benches for larger groups.

    How do you order take out? They never answer the phone.

    I'm certain they forget what a phone ring is, considering they are all on their cell phones..

    Do they deliver?

    Yes through Postmates.

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    I had a friend recommend this spot and had to immediately come check it out. I had been craving…read moreThai food and there aren't many options over on my neck of the woods so we made the drive to Long Beach. Upon arriving, we were greeted and asked to sit to wait for a table. It was busy but not crowded. The waitress handed us menus to look at while we waited for a table which was a nice gesture and allowed us to be ready when seated. It took less than 10 min to get seated. Once seated, they were fairly quick to come and take our order. We ordered: 1. Satay chicken 2. Yellow Curry with Chicken 3. Beef Pad See Ew and 4. Shrimp Pad Thai Everything was absolutely amazing! I could eat yellow curry for the rest of my life and this was one of the best ones I've had. We did get a red Eden cocktail and a beer. The cocktail was good! Not too sweet or strong. Service was great, too! Friendly and very attentive. The restaurant itself is very clean and the decor is very demure haha it's cute and spacious. Very welcoming! This is such a hidden gem! I'm so happy we decided to try this place out. We will definitely be back!! Worth the drive!!

    Amazing! Staff were quick, welcoming and friendly. Ambiance was really nice, loved the tables and…read morechair set up. Good amount of items on the menu. We walked in on a sunday night and was seated within minutes. Ordered the thai iced tea, panang curry and the crab fried rice. Everything was delicious! Would highly recommend, and we'll probably be back.

    Naree Thai Restaurant - Pad thai with chicken.

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    Stopped in after seeing a sign that said $15 lunch specials. It comes with a small appetizer,…read morejasmine rice, entree, and a drink! They had quite a lot of options on their lunch specials which was nice I got the spicy wings with fried veggie dumplings. The wings were freshly fried with a thin batter that stayed crispy even with the generous amount of sauce. The sauce was sweet, savory, and tangy - very tasty. My partner liked his tofu yellow curry with fried tofu appetizer as well. We got the lychee iced tea and Thai tea for our drinks - both were excellent! Good value for what you get! It wasn't busy on a Monday, service was quick. Interior was cute, some natural lighting from the windows. Lots of seating available Would come back to try some of their other dishes!

    I've been coming to Naree Thai for years and would regularly drive from the Inland Empire just to…read moreeat here. Unfortunately, my most recent experience completely changed my opinion. The service from the main owner/manager (female) was by far the rudest I've experienced at this restaurant. When ordering, we were simply trying to explain how we wanted our dish prepared. For certain Thai dishes, there's a big difference between something being fried versus crispy, and we were trying to make sure it was prepared the same way we had ordered in the past. While we were speaking with another server to clarify the order, the manager stepped in, took over the conversation, and rushed the order through right after she clocked in. It felt very dismissive and like we weren't being listened to at all. When the dish came out, it wasn't what we had asked for. When we politely asked how we should properly word the order so it could be made correctly, she became visibly upset instead of simply explaining it. She then took the dish away, and no replacement was offered--nor was there any apology for the misunderstanding. I completely understand that restaurants have many customers to attend to, but we are paying customers as well. After years of making the drive here for a good meal, this experience was extremely disappointing. Sadly, this interaction cost you a loyal customer, and I will not be recommending this location anymore. As far as the ambience, they have no TVs that works, no music playing during dinner, and top it off- There's a huge leak over the bar area coming from the ceiling.

    Long Beach Thai Restaurant - Roasted Duck over Rice

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    A classic Long Beach spot!…read more I've been going here with my family for many years growing up and their food has always been good. They have a good selection of options so there's likely going to be something for everyone. Highly recommend the Thai boat noodles - the broth is very rich and flavorful, definitely in my top 5. I will say that service can be very inconsistent. From my more recent experiences (multiple visits across the last year or two), I noticed a pattern where the servers are quick to seat you and take your order, but then you don't hear from them again until you flag them down (if you need anything or want to get the check, for example). I'm not saying that check-ins throughout the meal are required, but they would be nice gestures. Also having to wait around to contact a server just to pay can be a bit inconvenient... The ambiance is nice, it has modern decorations and there's a good amount of interior seating. I will add that it's mostly street parking in the front but they have a small parking lot in the back, including a rear entrance. Overall, good food, 50/50 service, still would come back.

    My boyfriend and I ordered via third party app cos they had a lot of good reviews…read more When we received the food, everything was well packaged... except the papaya salad. Now I know why they put it in a plastic bag when delivered. The sauce spilled in the bag. I had to pour it back in the container when opened. I don't think that's very sanitary or even proper way for the sauce to be put in the papaya salad. They could have at least put the sauce in a separate container for me to add. Food: -Green papaya salad (som tom): Like I said the sauce spilled all in the bag (see pic). Other than that, it was really good. It has a little kick to it. But I feel like the sauce could have been served on the side. -House special crispy pork belly: It was really delicious. It has good flavor. The breading on the pork gives it a nice crunch and pairs well with the sauces provided. -Roti with peanut dipping sauce: The texture of the roti was really soft with an easy bite. And it pair well with the peanut sauce we got. The peanut sauce was a little bit liquidy for my liking, but overall it had a good taste. Rey peanut forward. -Pad Thai with shrimp: The noodles were cooked perfect. The noodles on the bottom however did stick together (after it sits there for a while). But once you mix everything, you get a good bite - the noodles, bits of egg, bean sprouts. I do wish there was an option to request more lemon/lime. I like to add a lot on mine. I definitely recommend this place. Their menu also had a lot of other yummy food options to choose from.

    Manaow - thai - Updated May 2026

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