We recently tried Melody Thai Cuisine and WOW... what a hidden gem! First off, the location is a little sketchy and tucked away in a plaza, and honestly you would never even know this place was there unless someone told you about it. Don't let that fool you though; the food is AMAZING. We ordered the Tom Kha soup and it was incredibly flavorful. The broth was rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced with that classic Thai coconut flavor. It was easily one of the best Tom Kha soups I've had. The fresh spring rolls were also beautifully presented and tasted so fresh. You could tell the ingredients were high quality and freshly made. We also ordered the beef Pad See Ew, and it was SO good!! the noodles were perfectly cooked and the flavor was spot on. On top of the food, the customer service was excellent. Our server was incredibly nice, attentive, and very helpful with recommendations. She made the whole experience even better. If you're in the area and craving Thai food, definitely give this place a try. It may be hidden, but it's absolutely worth finding! read more

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As we are still new to what kind of foodie places there is around us, we wanted to find a good thai place to eat at. My mother in-law ordered a few dishes to take home for our family dinner. She put the order in for 5:30pm, they said that it would be ready by 6:21pm, but as the time flew, they did not recieve the food till 6:45pm. This was on a Saturday. -Fried Rice had flavor, but was on the pricier side. -Pad thai noodles were on the softer/mushier side when we started eating them at home. -The Sampler, had egg rolls that lacked in filling. Rangoons tasted good. Calamari was oily when you bit into it. -The Eggplant dish we ordered had more beef than the eggplant itself, only a few pieces of it sadly. Also on the pricier side for the portion. -Tom Kha soup was $10 for a small portion, I definitely think it can be improved, even though it tasted alright. I've had better, that had more of that lemon grass flavor. Definitely believe there could be improvement, but I will be checking out other thai places around town to compare. read more

We're new residents to Menifee, and my wife and I were excited to try some local Thai food. That's how we came across Melody Thai Cuisine. This was our second visit to the restaurant. Due to some digestive issues, I can no longer handle certain levels of spicy food, so I was very happy to hear that Melody Thai Cuisine allows you to control the spice level for dishes like curry. I was told they could reduce the spice by adding more coconut soup to the curry, which sounded like a great option for someone with my sensitivity to spice. Ordered: Pad Thai Noodles and Panang Curry (with extra rice) Pros: My wife really enjoyed the food and said it was comparable to some of the Thai restaurants we used to go to in San Diego. The Pad Thai was especially good and very flavorful. Cons: Unfortunately, the Panang curry didn't work out for me. Even though I was told the spice level could be controlled by adding more coconut soup, the curry ended up tasting even spicier than my previous order and was too much for my stomach to handle. Overall, it seems like a solid spot for Thai food in the area, especially if you enjoy dishes like Pad Thai. We're still exploring local restaurants in Menifee and hope to find more dishes here that work for both of us. read more

Been coming here since day one we moved in the area. My husband and I love the food and the atmosphere here. The service is also amazing, the workers here are very friendly.. I like their restaurant decorations, it gives you that Thai vibe. Glad to have a good Thai food close to our house that we can run to every time we crave for one. Returning customer. read more

We LOVED the food here! My wife was getting over a sore throat and I thought.. we need soup! So we searched for a Thai place in the area and came across Melody We looked at the menu posted outside and heard some singing inside.. we were like uh oh.. it's karaoke night.. but we really wanted to try the food so we went in anyways We ordered the chicken Tom yum soup and it was incredible.. exactly what we were looking for. The flavor of the broth made us feel all warm and tingly We also got the crab rangoons which were so tasty!! We ordered the pad Thai as well and it was just a little sweet for us.. we'd probably order it spicy next time The staff was amazing! Everyone was super friendly and great to talk to The only thing that was slightly awkward was the karaoke crowd? I'm sure that's normal tho and the food was so good we just dealt with it read more

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Finally got to try this gem and can honestly say it was amazing! We went on a Saturday afternoon and they were busy, but we were seated right away. Service was phenomenal! Super sweet and attentive the entire time. The place itself is nice and cozy, and has a relaxed vibe. Everything we ordered was fresh, amazing and we truly enjoyed every item. So nice to have a great Thai place here locally and not have to drive. To Tom kha soup was the best I've had, hands down. Flavors were great, spice level was perfect and all the other dishes were wonderful as well. A must try for sure and we can't wait to go back. read more

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The KJ Recommends Review Date: October 9, 2025 Dish: Melody's Orange Shrimp Location: Melody Thai Cuisine - Menifee, CA Price: $16.75 Review: I sampled Melody's Orange Shrimp, and it's every bit as good as it looks. The shrimp are tempura-fried to a golden crisp and served with steamed white rice, fresh vegetables, and a bright orange sauce. The chef pointed out that the sauce is made with real orange juice, not concentrate, giving it a fresh, natural citrus flavor instead of the heavy sweetness you get from bottled glazes. Each bite has that perfect balance of crisp shrimp, light batter, and a tangy-sweet sauce that doesn't overpower the dish. It's finished with green onion, sesame seeds, and a little garnish that makes the plate pop. At $16.75, it's a small step up from the orange chicken ($15.75), but the freshness and crunch make it worth it. It's one of those dishes that looks simple but delivers way more flavor than you expect. Verdict: Bright, crisp, and fresh -- a dish that proves orange sauce doesn't have to be heavy to hit the spot. read more

Melody Thai Cuisine - Melody's Orange Shrimp. - Thai Near Me - Menifee, California

My wife was craving Thai food and found Melody Thai Cuisine close to home, and we're so glad we tried it. As soon as we walked in, the place was clean, well maintained, and smelled amazing with all the delicious food aromas. We ordered the Drunken Noodles, Thai Fried Rice, and Chow Mein every dish was packed with flavor and had the perfect level of spice. You can really tell the food is made fresh and with care. We absolutely loved it and will definitely be coming back again! Service was amazing! Wish we had pictures but we ate it all so fast! Lol read more

honestly as an avid Thai food eater and as a thai woman herself.. this was one of the worst thai food I've had. very lousy cooking. pad thai had 0 color, no egg, just chicken and noodle with purple cabbage on top. last time i attempted to eat here i got the yellow curry with chicken. they gave me a thing of yellow curry with no chicken. had to go back to get remade, still got messed up with no veggies just chicken. got to say do not waste your time here. ***UPDATE MADE ME SICK... read more

Just recently discovered this spot and I have been missing out! Ordered to go for tom yum soup with seafood and WOW! The flavor is so amazing! She loads it up with fish! I can't wait to go back to try other things when I am not on lunch! read more

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Wish we discovered this very Authentic Thai place sooner! What attracted me here was the menu items that were usually rare to find in a Thai restaurant around the inland empire which is the fried mussels aka Hoy Tod and the Krispy Rice salad aka Khao Tod... I also met the very sweet chef Meow who was a delight to speak to. She's very happy and friendly and so are all the staff... I would definitely come back here again and recommend this place to all my friends and family... They also have KARAOKE NIGHTS!! Rock On Melody Thai Cuisine! Big wheels keep on turning Proud Melody Thai cuisine keeps on burning! read more

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Delicious food, excellent service and everything taste fresh. I go there every Wednesday For Karaoke read more

Just discovered this hidden gem in Sun City! We loved our food and the Thai iced tea was delicious. I tried the sweet & sour chicken, yellow curry, and pad see ew: all delicious. It was Friday night so the food took a little bit to get to us but the staff and owner were so friendly and appreciative of us visiting. read more

Melody Thai Cuisine - Sweet & Sour Chicken - Thai Near Me - Menifee, California

The food here outweighs the service by miles. It is unfortunate to have to post this. Menifee finally has a decent Thai place, but the service continues to be awful. I won't go into detail about past experiences... the food is good. They just maybe take on more than they can handle. Quickly learned to not go there if you are really hungry. It's usually best to call in for take-out. Until now. My experience today: I call around 4:37pm. They answer and ask me to hold for a moment. No problem. Now, they didnt put me on hold, they just put the phone down, so I could hear the restaurant. Again, this place gets busy. 20 minutes I wait, listening to the sounds of the restaurant. Finally someone near the phone exclaims aloud about something (my guess is they realized the phone had been sitting there). Another person asks "what happened?" and that's when the phone line clicks and I'm hung-up on. I know it's not wise to assume... but it very much comes across like they realized their mistake and instead of confronting it, they hang up on the customer. I call back. When they answer, I comment that is is incredibly rude to forget about a customer being on the phone and then hanging up on them. The lady one the phone instantly gets defensive and says it's rude to assume it was her (which I never did. I made a general statement). I said, well somebody in your establishment did. She forces an apology and asks if I still wanted to place an order. I said I originally did, but not after all of that. The whole ordeal left a bad taste in my mouth. She says to have a nice day. And I say "have the day you deserve" though they really love hanging up on customers 'cause I couldn't get it all out before they hung up again. Never again Melody Thai. Never again. read more

Melody Thai Cuisine - Thai Near Me - Menifee, California

Hi, my name is Art when I'm in the mood for some Thai food. I must go to Melody Thai cuisine Melody is so nice. Rosie is very helpful and they karaoke night on Wednesdays. Unbelievable my go to meal is Kaikua super delicious super fresh. Try it you'll like it. I highly recommend it tonight. I'll be trying the Thai pizza. It's a five star rating for me thanks guys. read more

I've been coming here for I would guess the entire time it's been open, and am obsessed. The sukiyaki is my go to and I just love it. Tonight I got it to go and am just sitting on my couch enjoying it so had to come in to leave a review. read more

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Visiting my son and DIL in Santa Cruz, we ate at a Thai restaurant. I ordered pineapple fried chicken. I was very disappointed! The flavor was good, but there was no pineapple! And the fried rice did not look fried at all, lol Hungry for Thai food again, I decided to give Melody Thai Cuisine in Menifee I try. I'm so glad I did! The waitress was very friendly and welcomed me in, even though they were closing soon. I ordered the Pineapple Fried Rice w/Chicken. The presentation alone blew the other restaurant away. Plenty of pineapple and chicken in this dish. It was delicious... and the vegetarian eggrolls were scrumptious! I had enough fried rice to give me another meal the next night. I would definitely come back; and would recommend anyone to come and share a meal at Melody Thai Cuisine ~ I don't think you'll be disappointed! read more

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Food was aight.... It was good not bad . Portions seemed small for the price . Payed 93bucks with tip for me and the wife . I would probably got back but I won't go out of my way to go... if that makes sense . Service was ok . Young girls there need to be more welcoming. Seemed like they wanted to go home . read more

Stopped in on a whim.... So very glad I did! The tom ka soup was perfect... and the pad Thai lunch special was generous in portion and delicious. Service was definitely an A*. I would make the time to stop by again when in the area and so should you! read more

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Great Thai for the area. I've only had it delivered. I look forward to trying it in person when the mood and timing align.

The food is delicious and price is fair. Melody, the owner/chef is wonderfully friendly. If not too busy in the kitchen, she will make time to come out to the dining area to speak with the customers. The servers are also friendly and attentive. The only negative I can say is that you cannot tell the staff from the diners. They are not wearing anything that would easily identify or set them apart from the diners. Perhaps a name tag....or maybe a uniform? Like a black T shirt and black jeans? An apron? read more

This is a good authentic Thai place if you are in the Sun city/ Menifee area. We have met the owner and she's really nice. My daughter is vegetarian and they have really good options for their meatless vegetarian options. We like the Tom Kha soup, red curry, and pad thai. read more

Warm from the minute you step in the door. Delightful and clean place that deserves to be promoted. Great food, tea, and even music on Wednesday nights! read more

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My husband just picked up food from this place. $50 for such minimal food that is completely inedible. What a waste of money and we would never come here again. The pad see ew smells very weird (like farts honestly). The chicken satay was dry and literally 3 tiny skewers and the kana moo krab was so overly fried it tasted like nothing but oil. It all went in the trash. Do not waste your money please. read more

Melody Thai Cuisine - Horrible - Thai Near Me - Menifee, California

Everything about this place is amazing. The servers are all great, I've always had Rosie and she is so nice and helpful. The food tastes amazing every time, I've tried 5 different dishes and they've all been great. There is such a cozy vibe and the regulars are very friendly. Wednesday nights they do Karaoke and it is so much fun. HIGHLY RECOMMEND read more

This family-owned Thai restaurant is an absolute treasure. From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed like family--warm smiles, attentive service, and a genuine passion for what they do. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting The food? Incredible. Every dish is bursting with authentic flavor, made with fresh ingredients and a perfect balance of spices. The Pad Thai is hands down the best I've had--savory, slightly sweet, . creamy, and packed with vibrant herbs that transport you straight to Thailand. What sets this place apart is the love and care put into every plate. You can tell the recipes have been passed down through generations, and it shows in the quality and consistency. Plus, the portions are generous, and the prices are very reasonable Whether you're a Thai food lover or trying it for the first time, this spot will leave you impressed. Highly recommend supporting this wonderful local family business--you'll be back for more, guaranteed! read more

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Delicious, very nice staff , answered all of our questions about ingredients. Love it will return

The best Thai food in America. Hand made from scratch with the freshest ingredients. You will not find more authentic Thai food anywhere in the USA. read more

Really authentic Thai food in the middle of the Inland Empire. So glad me and my wife found this place and wished we found it sooner... Tom Kha Chicken 8/10 Fried Mussels Hoy Tod 9/10 Krispy Rice salad 10/10 Service 10/10 Great ambiance which reminded me of Hawaii There's karaoke nights available Chef Meow which means cat in Thai was so delightful to meet... We will definitely be back to try more dishes & as my wife would say... Rock on Melody Thai Cuisine! read more

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The food is really good here. The service was friendly and attentive. It was also a nice quiet place to have lunch and a conversation. Overall, my experience wa excellent and I will return. The food is cooked fresh so plan on waiting for a bit, but it's worth it. read more

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Iv've been in this restaurant many times, and always come back. The food is delicious and they have excellent service

The place is great Abbys friendly and feel welcome my favorite is the noodle soup & house fried rice Melody is very funny to talk to great cook if it was up to me I would eat there every day. Prices are great just a fun time and great meal. They also have karaoke night on Wednesdays. So come down and get your song on thanks, everyone read more

Food was delicious and service was very friendly and fast. Recommend this restaurant to everyone I know. 10 outta 10!

In the rural South or rural Midwest, Melody Thai Cuisine would be considered "good Thai food". However, in Southern California, Melody Thai Cuisine does not hold up very well. Full disclosure; I've eaten Thai food at more than 50 restaurants along the West Coast, and Northeast. I ordered the green curry chicken, which was watery and had a somewhat weird taste to it. My wife ordered glass noodles with tofu and vegetables. They left out the tofu, and the vegetables were overcooked. We also ordered fresh rolls, which were not that great. I had to wait for about 20 minutes for my to-go food, after waiting nearly 25 minutes before I left my house to go there. That being said, the employees were very nice and seemed to be working very hard. Except for two employees who were sitting at the bar drinking, and talking to each other about random topics. I'm not sure if they were off their shift or what, but it was kind of odd. The ambience is somewhat cluttered, throughout the bar area and into the restaurant as well. Furthermore, the LED lighting is too bright and it creates a less than relaxing dining experience. In closing, if you're from the rural Midwest/South, you're over 70 years old, and you've never really had much in the way of Thai food, Melody Thai Cuisine is for you! Otherwise, not so much... read more

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Good food, wish the portions were a little bigger for the price, other than not enough food, the taste is great and the service is nice .

What a great place for karaoke and noodles. The owner always comes to check on you and greets you like a long time friend. Beer with any lunch special is always a great deal here. read more

Both my husband and I agree that based on what we had, it's hands-down the BEST Thai food we've had! I ordered the yellow curry with chicken, and my husband ordered the pad Thai with chicken, and we got the chicken wontons as an appetizer. All were truly incredible! If you enjoy spicy food, ordering your entree "spicy" will give you the PERFECT level of spice, complementing the flavor of your dish without overpowering it! We cannot wait to order from this place again. The staff was incredibly kind and the restaurant has a very comfortable vibe. We cannot recommend this place enough! Eat here! Just do it. You won't be disappointed! read more

My husband & I were craving for Thai food. As we are new to the area of Menifee, we found Melody Thai Cuisine on Yelp! I placed the order online for pick up. My husband went down to get the food and said customer service was great! He is assuming he spoke with the owners. He said inside is nice and military friendly which was great as we are a military family! We ordered the yellow curry with beef and pad see ew with beef. The curry OMG was so good! We ordered spice level mild and the taste mixed with rice just blends well! Pad See Ew was delicious as well but the curry won us over! Next time we will try dine in and the pineapple curry! Bummer, we didn't get to snap a pic as we devoured our food lol! read more

Excellent fried rice! Great Thai tea and appetizers as well. They are always very nice.

Omg their food is so good!! The service is great as well. The ladies were on top of it, Rosie is super sweet and super quick! The decorations are super cute and what you would expect from a Thai place, but next level. They do a 10% for military and first responders. WE WILL BE BACK!!! read more