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Moom 48 Thai

4.2 (293 reviews)
ModerateAsian Fusion, Thai
Open • 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Updated 3 months ago

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Chicken Gyoza
Danni Rae H.

Food came out extremely fast, and was super hot. Definitely quality food for a decent price I think. Service was also great.

chicken pad thai, jade green curry, white rice ($2)
Maddie D.

Pretty good, but a little pricey. Came here on a Saturday afternoon and my friends and I got a chicken pad thai and a jade curry with a side of white rice. The flavors of the pad thai were pretty good but I felt like the noodles were a little soggy but I still very much enjoyed the pad thai. The jade curry was a little more sweet than I expected but it was still pretty good. I never really had basil-y tasting curry so this was new! This restraunt was a little pricey but the servers were really nice and the interior was pretty cute. I think this is a nice place for a casual catch up with friends!

Beef fried rice
Rhina M.

fried rice 4/5; pad Thai 3/5, summer rolls 4/5, satay 3.5/5 The food was averaging 3.6. There's plenty of room for improvement. The summer rolls only had 1 shrimp on top but the sauce did complement the rolls. The pad Thai was a bit too sweet and pungent smell of fish sauce. The skewers were ok. I will come back to try other dishes. The service was ok. The ambiance was very clean although was too hot inside.

Hat Yai Chicken, Duck Curry
Ryan O.

If you're ever in Old Town Pasadena and craving Thai food, I highly recommend checking out Moom 48 Thai Restaurant on Green St and Fair Oaks Ave. We went on a night when it was quiet, and I honestly loved that. The setting felt quaint and peaceful, with calm music playing softly in the background. It wasn't loud or overwhelming -- just a really relaxed vibe. The decor was beautiful too. There were Thai figurines and detailed wall art throughout the restaurant that gave it an authentic, cultural feel without being over the top. One thing I really appreciated was the menu. It was simple -- just one page, front and back. I actually prefer that. When a restaurant has too many options, it's way harder to decide. This felt curated and intentional. Of course, I had to start with a Thai Iced Tea. I get one every time I go to a Thai restaurant -- it's mandatory for me at this point. It wasn't overly sweet, which I liked, and it was really smooth and refreshing. We ordered a 6-count of spring rolls to go because I love spring rolls and can never pass them up. They were crispy, fresh, and exactly what you'd want. For the main dishes, I got the Hat Yai Chicken. It was basically Asian-inspired fried chicken, but elevated. It was absolutely delicious -- crispy on the outside, tender on the inside. It came with a sweet and sour sauce that had a little kick to it, which made it even better. My girlfriend ordered the Duck Curry, and we shared it. The curry had generous chunks of duck and was paired with red and green bell peppers plus pineapple for a little added sweetness. The sauce itself was sweet, spicy, and creamy all at once -- a perfect balance of flavor. They brought out a huge bowl of rice to pour the curry over, which made it even better. We were also served water with lemon, which was simple but refreshing and thoughtful. The staff was super friendly. The hostess was especially kind -- she even helped my girlfriend open the to-go bag when she was having trouble with it. Small gesture, but it showed great service. For everything we ordered, it came out to about $120 (we added tip, of course). Honestly, for the quality, portions, and experience, I thought it was fair. Overall: 9/10. If you're in downtown Pasadena and looking for solid Thai cuisine in a calm, welcoming environment, definitely check out Moom 48.

Flavia T.

The service was super fast and efficient, making a seamless dining experience. The food was both filling and delicious, we ordered Pad Thai with prawns, green beans with garlic and butter (you need to order rice separately for that, and gyozas as appetizers. It all came out quite fast and was delicious. The prices are reasonable, especially considering the generous portion sizes. The atmosphere inside the restaurant is quite chilled and cozy. Located in a vibrant area filled with shops and restaurants, finding parking can be a bit limited on the streets nearby. However, there are a few not expensive parking structure close by.

Ruby curry with my plate of rice! Far back is the pad see ew
Mabel C.

Great location for lunch in the Pasadena area! It's super convenient for me and my co workers and we usually come here when we are hankering for a sit down meal of Thai food. Plus, if you come during lunch during thier happy hour, you get a free egg roll and drink with your entree purchase! Thier Thai tea and green Thai tea are both very sweet, so you might want to ask for less sweetener, but I like it, so no changes for me there! I have been coming here a few years, hands down my favorite curry of thiers is the ruby curry, thier portion decent that I sometimes can't finish it. I like more sweet curries, and this one hits all the right spots! There's plenty of vegetables and bell peppers with the cheaper options of chicken, veggie, tofu and then also beef and shrimp for an uncharge. Service is friendly and pretty quick, as there usually not too much of a wait for everyone in our party to get thier meals! For about 20$usd (including tax and tip and time of this review) I think is a reasonable price for a sit down meal in Pasadena! Will continue to come here as long as I still find myself in the area wanting Thai food during lunch. There is a large parking structure on Green st (one way steet) and Fairoaks, connected to the same block building as Moom Thai, so pretty easy parking, as you go downstairs of the Green St exit and it's just around the corner!

Inside Decor
Shantelle S.

March 2024/Pasadena: Moom 48 Thai was a tasty surprise! Discovered the restaurant after seeing a movie nearby & craving a bite to eat! We stumbled upon this Thai restaurant while walking around! Spicy Eggplant w/Crispy Tofu: Absolutely delicious, incredibly flavorful and just a spicy as I love it! Grateful that my tofu was crispy just like I like it and requested it! Love this dish & would order it again!! I also ordered a side of white rice! Large portions; I had plenty of leftovers! Service With A Smile: Thanks, Audi! We received incredible customer service; highly attentive! Loved the decor of the restaurant, very pretty! Overall: I would easily return to this restaurant when in Pasadena and craving Thai food!!

Carly M.

Stopped here on a whim after the Rose Bowl game. We were walking from the stadium and were so hungry. Being celiac I can pretty much count on Thai food being gluten free. We were lucky and were able to be seated quickly. I could tell the server was very informed about the gluten free options. She was very knowledgeable. I ordered the PANANG curry-nutty curry, pea carrot, bell pepper, basil, green bean with chicken and white rice cost is $17.85 It was super nutty sweet and smooth. The restaurant and bathroom were nice and clean. The service was excellent. Would recommend for gluten free and any one else.

Yellow Curry
Jowel G.

It was a cold night. It was time for some Thai food. No connection to cold nights or even rainy days/nights. Random night really. Haven't stepped into this restaurant which I pass quite frequently. Glad we did. Quenched my thirst with some Thai iced tea which is staple when at a Thai restaurant. Yellow curry was a bit spicy and I wasn't asked about the level of spicy preferred. Honestly didn't think about the spice level until I started to eat it. The flavor was there though with chicken potato and carrot. Enough for 2 meals for me. I had it with brown rice which had rice more grain in it? It was fine. Pad see yu is a favorite and it was yummy with chicken and veg. Leftovers were great the next day. Restaurant is clean. Staff is courteous and quick service. Parking garage around the corner and metered street parking. Will be frequenting this spot.

Pad See U, Papaya Salad, Tom Yum Noodle Soup
Xiao Z.

The food is so good. We ordered papaya salad, pad see u and Tom yum noodle soup. Their Tom yum noodle soup was bomb! Compared to other places it's less sweet, and it has fish cakes in it. I think the flavor is more balanced compared to most of other places I've tried. Pad see u is also super flavorful. And the papaya salad is very fresh. Every dish we ordered came in huge portion size and we were so satisfied

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Excellent food and service. I will definitely be going back often. i'm telling all my friends how good everything was.

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Service 10/10. Great staff and helpful with accommodating at the last minute. Food was good as well. Definitely give it a try.

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Great food, very decent pricing, great service! Quiet and clean place to visit and have a variety of delicious dishes. Recommend!

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I love to order the shrimp pad Thai. Always good and fresh. The service is always nice and helpful.

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Star Leaf

Star Leaf

4.4(973 reviews)
0.8 mi•Downtown
•$$$
Fine dining
Full bar

This was my first time coming here, and I think it's a great place for a family meal. The…read morerestaurant is clean, elegant and nicely decorated. The food tastes delicious, and there are many choices for everyone. We really enjoyed the main dishes, especially Madame Noi's Pork Collar, Lime Steamed Chilean Sea Bass, and Royal Crown Fried Rice. The Royal Crown Fried Rice is definitely a must order dish! The Mango Sticky Rice was also a great dessert. The staff were friendly. We had a relaxing and happy time here with our family. I think this is a great choice for a holiday meal, family gathering, or casual dinner. They also have long tables for large parties.

Star Leaf is a high end restaurant located at the Trio Apartments in Pasadena. They specialize in…read moreSoutheast Asian fusion foods such as signature dishes royal curry and gourmet fried rice. They also offer happy hour and great cocktails. Private dining rooms are available. My dear friend and I came here for lunch in celebration of her 42nd work anniversary. Restaurant exterior has a big elephant statue in front of it... great photo op! Inside space had dark wood appeal to it... very clean and well kept. Upon entry, we were greeted and seated right away. It was still early so not too busy at the time. Staff was friendly and cordial. Service was decent. Lunch special menu had limited items. Their prices start from $19 and up. Just one tiny gripe, portions were small for the price. My friend ordered the Crispy Duck Salad. It came with crispy tempura-battered duck, fresh mixed sprouts and grapefruit, pine nuts and tahini topped with drizzles of blended hoisin sauce, chu hou sauce, and plum sauce. Greens were great, but duck was a tad salty for my taste. I got the Truffle Wok Seared Noodles with Scallops (lunch portion). It was recommended by our server, Cameron. Thank you for the delicious recommend! Dish came with a small bowl of intensely sour, spicy, salty, and aromatic Tom Yum soup... very good! Overall dish was amazing served with tasty wok-flavor handmade egg noodles and perfectly cooked scallops complemented with yummy mushrooms, brussels sprout leaves, and Thai basil all tossed in a dark black truffle sauce. YUM! I slurped up the noodles in a jiffy. Unfortunately, it only came with 3 medium sized scallops. I would get this again if it came with 3 more scallops and more noodles. Overall dining experience was pleasant, cozy, and delicious. Thanks Star Leaf!

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Shiro - Crepes special

Shiro

4.2(467 reviews)
2.0 mi
•$$$

Upscale French-Japanese fusion restaurant in South Pas. Menu changes every day, posted at 3:00 PM,…read morebut they usually keep a lot of the staples. Intimate vibe, service is super attentive and the staff are experts at what they do. Apps: - warm yellowtail carpaccio w/ ginger, shallots, mixed greens: zesty, fresh fish. - squash blossoms tempura filled with shrimp mousse and served with herb sauce: lightly fried, plump shrimp mousse - shiro's wonton ravioli filled with shrimp mousse and served with shiitake mushroom cream sauce: thin wonton wrappers filled with shrimp mousse, cream sauce was really flavorful and not heavy. Mains: - mary's chicken breast pan-roasted with bacon, scallion, natural au jus: juicy chicken breast!!! skin was crispy and expertly pan-seared. scallions were juicy and flavorful. favorite of the night. - whole sizzling catfish with house ponzo and cilantro: flaky and delicious. huge portion. Dessert: - Tiramisu: really really yummy, but not the best i've had. - Creme brulee: god-tier creme brulee. I don't even love creme brulee like that, and this almost brought me to tears. Please come to this establishment! The staff are so passionate about what they do, the food is amazing, the menu is curated with such care and love for food and seasonal ingredients. This place is an institution. There is no lack of flavor here, and you really get the sense that it's French/Japanese fusion rather than skewing too far one way or another like a lot of places do.

Met up with an old business partner for dinner at Shiro in South Pasadena. Shiro according to my…read morepartner gave me the history of Shiro how the ownership has changed. He recommended the whole fried Catfish which has been a staple of the menu. The cuisine is Fusion French Japanese. The restaurant was not busy on the Sunday night. Service was excellent. We ordered the following items Fried Catfish 4 stars large fish served whole. Yellowtail Carpaccio 5 stars Clams in sake and butter 5 stars Asparagus wrapped in salmon 4 stars Tomahawk pork chop. 4.5 stars perfectly cooked. Service was excellent. Long conversations we basically closed the restaurant. Convenient Public parking lot right next door.

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Shiro - Interior

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Shiro - Special menu "Grilled artichoke"

Special menu "Grilled artichoke"

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Bone Kettle - Bone Marrow bone broth soup

Bone Kettle

4.1(2.9k reviews)
0.2 mi•Downtown
•$$$
Family-owned & operated
Happy hour specials

Omg everything was unique, creative and delicious! Service was fast, staff were very well trained…read moreand friendly. Ambiance checked every box for a perfect brunch spot! Prices were reasonable. Bone and Kettle is an Indonesian and Asian fusion restaurant. We got Shrimp Toast, Bone Marrow Butter, Salted Egg Shrimp, Green Beans, Duck and Pandan waffle, Rendang Omelette (listed in descending order of what I liked most). The rendang omelette was the only one I would not order again as I felt the rendang could be more flavorful. Or maybe I'm just spoiled with good rendang growing up in SEA. Can't wait to be back to try their other dishes!

Food tastes good, but oxtail hash had basically no oxtail in it. It's definitely NOT worth the $23…read more I paid $23 for a bowl of potatoes and bell peppers. I was expecting some whole oxtail, and even if the oxtail is shredded, there was barely any in the oxtail hash. I could barely taste it and it was essentially a garnish instead of a main ingredient. Island plate was very good, especially loved the sausage and the chicken wing was super tender, juicy and perfectly fried and season. Adobo sandwich was also good, the fries were yummy but a bit too salty. The brioche was very dry and crumbly though. Garlic shrimp appetizer was delicious. Overall, everything was good except the oxtail hash. Don't order the oxtail hash unless you wait basically no meat, order literally anything else! Service was decent, waitstaff were nice and refilled the water. It did take a pretty long time for our food to come out, though, although the oxtail hash came out at least 5-10 minutes before the other entrees - perhaps because it's easy to put some fried potatoes and eggs in a bowl compared to dishes that actually contain meat. We sat outside and it was very nice out, inside also looked very elegant and pretty. Will hopefully come back to try the dinner menu, but I am very much unhappy with the lack of oxtail in my oxtail hash for the price I had to pay for it.

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Bone Kettle - Bone Kettle, reservations highly recommended, indoor and outdoor dining available

Bone Kettle, reservations highly recommended, indoor and outdoor dining available

Bone Kettle - Loco Moco w/ Garlic Rice, available only at weekend brunch

Loco Moco w/ Garlic Rice, available only at weekend brunch

Bone Kettle - 36 hour Bone Kettle bone broth w/ Top Sirloin & noodles, 100% organic beef broth

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36 hour Bone Kettle bone broth w/ Top Sirloin & noodles, 100% organic beef broth

Noodle St

Noodle St

4.4(1.1k reviews)
0.1 mi•Downtown
•$$
Women-owned & operated
Kid friendly

My girlfriend and I wanted to try something different each time we meet up and this time we both…read moreagreed to try this place. There are several parking structures closeby so its not hard to find a parking. Upon getting here, we were seated right away. There were still several empty tables and there were a handful tables that were being occupied. Our server asked for our drinks and answered our questions. We proceeded to ordering our food which both of us ended up sharing. We got: Signature beef noodles soup with flat noodles -- the serving was a lot and can be shared between 2 people. The broth was flavorful. There was a decent amount of meat in the soup. Beef rolls -- it comes in 4 big rolls. There were a lot of beef inside the roll and it was packed too. It wasnt too oily compared to Mama Lu's version of the beef roll. Spicky chicken wonton -- I didnt find it spicy at all. There wasnt even a kick to it but it was still good. We enjoyed our experience dining at Noodle Street. Definitely a good place to eat at. The prices are pretty reasonable too. Service was great.

I've only done Uber Eats from here but service was exceptional each time! Everything was packaged…read morecarefully and placed in a nice take out reusable insulated bag. Food comes piping hot and the noodles stay fresh and not bunched together. I have ordered their tomato and egg knife noodle soup twice because I love sweet and savory flavors. The egg portion is generous and the soup is thick and hearty. (A+) Their beef noodle soup is excellent as well-packed with lots of flavor and ingredients. Great for hot or cold nights! (A) Their lamb skewers were flavorful but a little on the tougher side. I had lamb skewers that melt in your mouth before and this didn't quite measure up. Perhaps it was sitting in the foil too long? Could be a delivery issue. You probably have to have it straight out of the kitchen. (B+) Will definitely be returning to try all their other items. I've driven past the actual store a few times and it seems cozy and clean.

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Noodle St - Stir Fry Noodles with Tofu ($15.80) - onions, spinach, bell peppers and carrots. With triangle noodles.

Stir Fry Noodles with Tofu ($15.80) - onions, spinach, bell peppers and carrots. With triangle noodles.

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Noodle St - Beef Roll Pancake (3P) ($12.80)

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Beef Roll Pancake (3P) ($12.80)

Kue's Chinese Kitchen and Bar

Kue's Chinese Kitchen and Bar

4.2(156 reviews)
3.7 mi
•$$

Not sure what is going on with Kue's. I noticed for a while that they've been closed. Stopped by…read moreand saw a note posted saying they'll be making some renovations, so only time will tell. We usually enjoy stopping by for the laid back vibe in the bar area and enjoy their happy hour drinks, small bites and friendly customer service from the bar staff. It was once again becoming a regular hang out spot like the old diner so I hope that don't stay closed for too long.

4 stars Kue's has…read morebeen open a little over 1 year ago and, today, my family and I got a chance to try this restaurant. I remember when it was the Diner on Main and, since then, the interior has been remodeled. The interior is comfortable, clean, and the lighting makes the place quite intimate. As for the food, I thought it was very well-seasoned without being too salty. These were the dishes we got: Chicken Salad ($28): A cold chicken salad with fried taro strips, pickled peppers, shredded carrots, cilantro, and sweet pickled onions. I thought this would be very bland, but it turned out to be my favorite dish because of how refreshing it is. The chicken is boiled like hainan chicken and seasoned with a light, tangy sauce. Everything went well together. 4.5/5 stars Orange Chicken ($18): This is a pretty typical orange chicken. I don't think it wow'd me, but I liked that it wasn't overly breaded. 4/5 stars Black Pepper Filet Mignon with Mushrooms ($25): I'm not a huge mushroom person, but I really liked the mushrooms here. It was a combo of oyster mushrooms and button mushrooms with cubed filet mignon. The beef was also really tender, almost melt-in-your-mouth. 4/5 stars Shrimp in XO sauce ($25): This dish was slightly spicier than I expected, but it was also pretty good. The size of the shrimp was huge and the vegetables were on point. It had snap peas, bell peppers, and mountain potato (aka Japanese mountain yam). 4/5 stars The service was very attentive and the owner of the restaurant was very kind. The owner helped us mix the chicken salad at the beginning of our meal and helped my mom cut her birthday cake at the end of the meal. 5/5 stars for service. I'll definitely be back to try other dishes.

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Kue's Chinese Kitchen and Bar
Kue's Chinese Kitchen and Bar
Kue's Chinese Kitchen and Bar

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Kontentsu - South Pasadena - Bao bun !!!!!

Kontentsu - South Pasadena

4.1(924 reviews)
1.8 mi
•$$

Formerly Modan, Kontesu is probably one of the most ethically priced restaurants in the SGV. At a…read moretime when all restaurants seem to use inflation as justification for their inflated prices w out the quality to match, Kontesu proves that good food doesn't have to come with an outrageous bill. From their sub $20 generously portion unagi plate to their $9 appetizer, all with freshness and quality that rival the high end Japanese restaurants in the area, This place is a shining example that even in affluent neighborhood like South Pas, restaurant can still serve quality food at honest, reasonable prices. Honorable mention is their perfectly cooked soy marinated egg.. which most ramen shops charge $2.50-$3 per..Here it's $1.25! Part of me is worried Kontentsu might realize they're still stuck in affordable pre-covid pricing... Here's hoping they' don't!!

Came here twice and both times were very positive. Every ingredient is very fresh, and the flavors…read moreare neither under nor overwhelming. The stand out for me is the poke ramen. This was one of the most unique things I've tried at a Japanese restaurant. For $17, the portions are super generous - lots of fresh salmon and tuna, and not overfilled with lettuce fillers. I normally won't eat kale, but I'll eat this! The kale noodles were very similar to soba noodles, and the kale bits were crispy almost like nori. I enjoyed the sauce they used - a little sweet and nutty. I'd repurchase this without a doubt! I got the salmon lotus roll on my first visit because I love lotus chips, and so this one really intrigued me. The salmon on top was delicious and very tender. It might be one of the best salmon rolls I've had. The unagi in the don was also very tender that there was no need to chew. I haven't had much unagi in the past, but this is one of the better ones I've had. I've mainly had firmer ones, but I liked that this was very soft. Lastly, I tried the black tonkatsu ramen, and what I loved the most about this was generous amounts of the crunchy thin mushroom. This is one of my favorite ingredients in ramen other than the chashu and noodles. The broth isn't very thick or rich, and I think the amount of garlic in it was just right to be enjoyable. The noodles were cooked perfectly al dente. Overall, I've found this place to be a very enjoyable experience, and I'm excited to try more of their menu!

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Kontentsu - South Pasadena - Interior

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Kontentsu - South Pasadena - Unagi Don

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