Came here with friends and was SO impressed by the pork collar and royal fried rice (with fish roe)! The crispy fried shrimp cakes and the lime branzino were insanely good as well. Definitely recommend the tropical coconut panna cotta for dessert - it's incredibly rich and creamy. The entire space is huge and great for large groups. The environment is super clean and elevated (pet friendly patio too) read more

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Trash. The overall experience was disappointing, with mediocre service and food that fell well below expectations. We ordered the tom yum noodle soup, pork collar, papaya salad, shrimp ceviche, and the captain whatever curry. Unfortunately, the tom yum noodle soup and the curry were especially underwhelming. Both dishes lacked the bold, balanced flavors that define Thai cuisine--there was no real heat, tanginess, sweetness, or depth. When I go to a Thai or Thai-inspired restaurant, I expect vibrant, layered flavors, but what we received tasted muted and almost as if key ingredients were missing. It honestly made me wonder if there had been a mistake in the kitchen. The service didn't help improve the experience. Our server rarely checked in on us--no one asked if we needed napkins or refills, and empty or untouched plates were left sitting on the table far too long. When I brought up the issue with the lack of flavor, there was little acknowledgment and nothing was done to address the concern or make things right. Overall, the combination of bland food and inattentive service made for a frustrating dining experience. Side Note: It should've been obvious to me when I saw that there weren't any Asian patrons that this place would be a disappointment. Shame on this "Michelin-starred" chef. read more

My family and I have been here multiple times and have enjoyed ourselves every time. The Pork Collar was our favorite - the mix of flavors was honestly so good! All of the dishes were solid from the fried rice (which was much larger than expected), to the seasonable veggies. The ambiance is great - we saw larger groups celebrating birthdays and folks on dates. I do think they need to staff more waiters. We saw one waiter handling all the orders with support from a bus boy. She was pretty busy and handling the tables well, but didn't have much time to check in on us, refill waters, etc. Tip: there is validated 1 hour parking at 44 Madison read more

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This place has easily become one of my favorite Thai restaurants in the area. Whether it's celebrating a birthday or just going out for a date night, this place does not disappoint. Definitely recommend trying their 12 hour Braised Angus Short Ribs, the Golden Salted Egg Yolk Prawns, and the Spicy Thai Som Tum Mango Salad. SO DELICIOUS! Staff are always very friendly and personable! read more

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Yall better treat your staff well- The only reason why I'm leaving a positive review is for Connor. The happy hour menu online is outdated, the new hh menu is significantly smaller. We ordered their SINGAPOREAN WINGS(5PCS) and when it arrived, we only got three pieces. I asked them to cross verify the menu and with the kitchen. They're claiming since the wings were bigger than usual, they only gave me 3... We went back and forth and the kitchen still stood their ground. You can't advertise 5 wings and give me 3. Buy smaller wings if you're cheap. Connor made it right by asking them to make the additional wings we were promised at the end of our meal. The apps were tasty- their royal fried rice is nothing special. I'd come back for happy hour in Connor's section but nothing else. read more

Star Leaf - happy hour menu - Asian Fusion Near Me - Pasadena, California

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This place is by far one of the best places to eat in Pasadena. We were lucky to be seated in the Athena section again. She also remembered the table. She always gives the best selections for the table. She is beyond kind, and as I said before, always asks to sit in her section. She is a true joy at the table. We, of course, ordered all the same favorites in the photos and were able to try the desserts too. The ambiance is very fun and uplifting. I will be back again soon. So glad this location is thriving and here for everyone to try. read more

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Great vibes and ambiance. We came during Happy Hour from 3 pm- 6 pm and got the chance to try most of the dishes. We sat at the bar for Happy Hour and the bartenders customer service was fantastic. Very chill and we were loving the decorations. The food was delicious and did not disappoint. We ordered the Singaporean Chicken wings, 2 short rib tacos, Shrimp Ceviche, Shrimp cakes and Crispy Chilean Sea Bass. I loved all the dishes my 2 faves were the Crispy Chilean Sea Bass and Short Rib Tacos, they both come with really good dips on the side. I will say they often change their Happy Hour items. We will come back again soon! Can't wait to try the other dishes. read more

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Star Leaf in Pasadena is DELICIOUS! I came in for an early birthday lunch and it truly delivered that special birthday treat energy. The beautiful space with thoughtful details throughout and the friendly staff made us feel genuinely welcome from the moment we walked in. Although I typically don't order a drink other than water, with lunch, I'm a sucker for Thai Coffee and my friend is a Thai Tea kind of girl. Her Thai tea came with a scoop of delicious, homemade tasting coconut ice cream on top. It was delicious! My Thai coffee was equally delicious! We ordered three dishes to share and every single one was a standout: Thai Som Tum Mango Salad was perfectly balanced with fresh mango and just the right amount of heat and pops of mint. Thai Royal Curry was rich, fragrant, and flavorful. The potato and other veggies soft savory and delicious. We opted not to get shrimp or other protein in this as I am a vegetarian and it didn't feel like it was missing anything at all. It was great. Vegan Pad Krapow Wraps were elevated, creative, and absolutely delicious. My non-vegetarian friend even remarked that this dish was fantastic. Super tasty and the little lettuce cups (clearly cut into little frilly shapes) were actually the perfect size to build bite sized cups. Sadly, I was just too full from the dishes we'd ordered to try a dessert. Portions were the perfect size to share and I was even able to take some of everything home to share with my partner. Overall, the food is flavorful, refined, and clearly crafted with care. This isn't your average Thai spot. Although, definitely on the pricey side, the quality shows in every bite. I'll definitely be back. read more

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first time !!! Been wanting to try to this place for a while. Thai fine dining, restaurant had a classy elegant feel to it. loved the decor !! Service and wait time was a def plus to the visit. Dishes we ordered but didn't get to get a photo of (that's how you know to indulge was the go to over photos ) Royal crown fried rice Banana leaf chicken Crispy short rib Shrimp cake Mango salad Yellow tail sashimi everything well prepped, dishes laid out very aesthetic. Flavors all tied in together very well from the sweet to salty. All balanced and complimented each other for my taste pallet. one of my absolute fave things to do is to make sure to catch the name of whoever served us / waited us to make sure credit is paid to credit where credit is due . Thank you Connor C for making our first time visit a good one: friendly ,very knowledgeable of the menu items to answer any questions we had to ensure we ordered items that paired very well with each other. Appreciate the attentiveness and taking interest in making sure what we ordered would be what we wanted based on what we shared we were craving. would def be coming back for a 2nd bite ‍ read more

Imagine going to an Asian restaurant that does not have the standard (and boring, because they are found everywhere), dishes. Instead, a menu, though tilted towards Thai offerings, delivers it in a creative, unique manner with a culinary expertise of using bold Asian spices. These are presentations, that you will not find anywhere else. Enter, Star Leaf, a Bar and Grill in Pasadena, serving exciting Asian Cuisine. I started off with the Mamasan Shrimp Cake Skewers. They came to the table minus the skewers and I did not even notice. I was captivated by the 4 deep fried patties, served with small triangles of pineapple that were skillfully grilled and lightly charred, on only one side. My request for Thai chilies with fish sauce came deconstructed. What a lovely idea, to preserve the freshness and showcase the vibrancy, of both ingredients. For the main, their signature dish, the Royal Crown Fried Rice (capelin fish roe, scallops, eggs, shrimp, green onions, peas, white rice & wild rice). This entree is presented in eye catching fashion. A good size thick disc of the fried rice assembly covered fully with a thin even layer of mini sparkling spheres of the orange roe. When eaten, there is a blend of crunch (from the roe) and softness (from the rice and its ingredients). As a side, the sambal string beans (dried shrimp, dry-roasted chili, shallots, sambal shrimp paste), provided a bright green color, perfectly cooked al dente, with well married spices. To have a ground breaking restaurant, in terms of food choices, is already an arduous challenge. But how about coupling it with a perfect location, a stunning inside ambiance and outside design. I am always hunting for these kind of restaurants. And now, I have found (after much searching), another one that deserves praise. There are also other points. The table setting, polished silver cutlery (only a fork and knife), but what was striking was the placement. The knife was standing upright (see my pictures). Superb. One of a kind. There were incense sticks at the bar. Brilliant. And individually sealed toothpicks in the men's restroom. A nice touch. If there was a problem with this place, it's the lack of close free parking. There is a garage around the corner, that honors validated parking from the restaurant, free for one hour (other places provide 2 hours), after that it's $1.50 for every 15 minutes, and it piles up fast. If you ignore that annoying fact, this eatery is definitely worth the 30 plus mile one way trip from the SFV. In my opinion, Star Leaf, is one of the best, if not the best innovative Asian restaurants in the area and also counting its neighbors. Service (by Alicia) was exceptional. read more

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Came here last night for a birthday + anniversary dinner. We ordered: Thai som tum mango salad - delicious! I think at a traditional Thai restaurant this would be on the light spicy side so if you're used to having this be spicier, I'd ask. But the ingredients are fresh and it's a well prepared dish. Saigon summer rice paper rolls - good for vegetarians and a nice, light way to start the meal Bakka salmon - the sashimi + mint + garlic trio was lovely and made every bite so bright. My family was practically drinking the sauce. Golden salted egg yolk prawns - my biggest disappointment. If you like salted egg yolk chips, you'll probably love these. I assumed it would crispier, but it wasn't. Spicy string beans - wasn't spicy at all, but still very enjoyed by the table. Thai royal curry with lobster - came with baguette slices to soak up the sauce. The red lobster tail is for show as the meat is right next to the shell. Someone in our group isn't a huge fan of seafood, but he actually ended up eating some lobster because he found the texture to be perfect and the curry to be a great compliment. Again my family was basically drinking the curry by the end. Steamed Chilean sea bass - wasn't super popular at our table. Despite the plate being hot, the fish felt almost a little chilled? Tropical panna cotta - great for a light dessert Coffee flan - best way to end a meal here. It is a sweet dessert, but coffee flavor hells balance it out. Strawberry pandan lemonade - didn't taste any pandan. Was very sweet. My family loves spicy food so we had to ask for extra hot sauce on the side. Our server was amazing and got us chili oil using Thai chilies and house made Sriracha to help turn up the heat on some of the dishes. The menu is extensive so there's something for everyone. Decor was beautiful as well and it's a spacious restaurant. The price point is a little high, but it's fancy restaurant so I get it. For a table of 5 and 2 mocktails it came out to be roughly $50 per person without any left overs (we were hungry that night!). Lots of groups celebrating birthdays so I'd say this place is good for a small splurge. read more

Star Leaf - Lime Steamed Chilean Sea Bass Thai Royal Lobster Curry - Asian Fusion Near Me - Pasadena, California

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The service was great, super nice and clean inside. The restrooms were clean and fancy looking - I would approve to go #2 there. However, the flushing isn't the greatest. It seemed really weak. The royal fried rice is too much and I couldn't enjoy it. Good flavor but too many fish balls. It was popping in my mouth in every bite. Would not get it again. The 12hr short ribs were tender. Good flavor and enough for 2 people. read more

Star Leaf - Royal Crown Fried Rice - Asian Fusion Near Me - Pasadena, California

Celebrated Star Leaf on Valentine's Day with my boyfriend and had a wonderful experience! We tried the set menu ($138 for 2 people) which came with 5 courses of phenomenal food and various options. My thoughts on the dishes: Bakka Salmon with Thai Vinaigrette- Fresh fatty pieces of salmon sashimi drenched in a Thai chili seafood sauce. Strong notes of cilantro in the sauce. The fish melted in my mouth! It was a light, but fulfilling appetizer. 10/10 Mamasan's Shrimp Cakes: I'm usually not a big fan of fried food but this.... WOW. It was phenomenal and definitely the star dish of the night for me. The shrimp cake inside was flavorful and paired well with the sweet and sour sauce. The batter on the exterior was crispy but not overly thick. I loved every single bite of this. It also came with fresh pineapples! 100000/10 Thai Royal Curry with Lobster: creamy curry with hints of coconut milk. They definitely do not skimp on the lobster! There were many pieces and egg plants within the dish. Came with a side of freshly baked and oiled bread slices. I loved dipping the bread with the sauce. We ordered a side of rice too and it paired well with the curry. 10/10! 12 Hour Braised Angus Short Ribs: Surprisingly, this one was a little bit on the drier side. The meat itself was tender, but lacked a lot of flavor. Thus, I had to rely heavily on dipping it in the creamy sauce the provided as well as using the leftover curry sauce from my other dish. 7.5/10 Mango Sticky Rice: this was heavenly. The sticky rice with the coconut milk poured on top had the perfect amount of sweetness! Mangoes were fresh! 10000/10 Service was amazing. Our waiter was super kind and always checking in on us. Since it was Valentine's day, they also gave us free roses! Food came out very quickly, and I love how you can make reservations online! So convenient! They have a designated parking lot around the block that is free! Interior design is very classy and lights are dim lit. Dress code can range from casual to upscale. Very clean and boujee atmosphere. Would definitely be back to try their other dishes!! read more

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While I haven't taken a trip to Southeast Asia yet, my taste buds certainly felt transported there after dining at Star Leaf, located in the Pasadena Playhouse District. The restaurant is beautifully designed, with notable colonial-inspired elements and a modern, upscale yet approachable vibe. The service is just as welcoming and consistently attentive. We ordered the following dishes: - Tiger Prawn Ceviche (4.5/5): I loved the punchy, bold flavors of the Thai chili fish sauce paired with the succulent, meaty shrimp. It would've been a 5/5 had it been served with something crunchy on the side, such as prawn chips, to balance the texture and acidic flavors of the shrimp and onions. - Thai Royal Curry (3/5): I thought I'd like this dish more, but despite the promising menu description, the flavors didn't stand out. We ordered it with the soft-shell crab, and for its price ($28), the portion felt underwhelming. There were barely any vegetables in this as well. - Royal Crown Fried Rice (4/5): Not your average seafood fried rice. The fish roe on top added a pleasant pop with each bite, and the shrimp and scallops were generously portioned. A solid dish that's great for sharing. - Madame Noi's Pork Collar (4/5): The pork was incredibly tender, and the basil-garlic dipping sauce with the papaya salad packed a perfect flavor bomb. However, I wished they used a softer lettuce, such as butter or romaine, to wrap with instead of the iceberg variety. Also, don't sleep on the cocktails here. Star Leaf has one of the most interesting cocktail programs in Pasadena, thanks to its tropical, Southeast Asian-inspired flavors. We ordered the Tropical Aperol Spritz and the Peacock Margarita, both of which were as refreshing as they were photogenic. read more

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Amazing restaurant, outstanding service Athena and everyone provided unbelievable five star customer service They deserve 5000 stars read more

Star Leaf - Asian Fusion Near Me - Pasadena, California

I was scoping out some options for a Black Friday dinner to celebrate with my dad and siblings and settled on this based on the pictures. Overall they serve a modern style of Thai food, mostly done very well. Since my dad is vegetarian, we had the fried tofu as well as the truffle noodle. The tofu was interesting with a nice shell of crispness, but I think the pineapple was fairly chunky to eat just like that. I did not try the noodles. We also got the papaya salad which had mango and the shrimp roll which was very long and thin and tasty. There was also the assorted mushrooms which you can't go wrong with. My brother chose the lamb dish. My sister thought the lamb was slightly undercooked but I thought it was fine because it was the area near the bone that was slightly more raw. I believe we ordered medium rare so it's close enough. My sister loved the sauce, though. It was a chimichurri sauce I believe. I went with the curry with the soft shell crab. The curry was very rich and thick and it tasted like crab roe to me. The crab itself I felt probably was not the best match since it was fried and made the dish feel heavier. Despite this, it was very good with rice as well as the toasted bread that accompanied the dish. My sister chose the short rib with lime. It was crispy and decadent. It's like those candy bacon texture where the fat is very rendered so it is a nice texture vs chunky fat that is chewy. We also ordered the coffee flan dessert and another dessert which I forgot but I believe it was some sort of ice cream and it had grapefruit kernels in it that I found metallic. I wanted to flag the server but my dad who grew up poor just kept eating it despite this fault. The server was kind to remove it from our bill but I really just wanted to let them know about it and hope no one else had to experience the metallic grapefruit taste. It's like if all the grapefruit flavor that makes it grapefruit was missing and maybe dry in a sense. Aside from this, I was satisfied with the majority of the meal and would bring my family back. Other notes are the service is more upscale looking and the ambience is definitely refined and modern. There were some TVs that I noticed so maybe they play sports or have karaoke or something at other times. read more

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Higher end Thai fusion food that's solid. They have validated self-parking but it is only free for 1 hour. Service was pretty good Food/Drink- 4 stars The food was good, but nothing particularly superb salmon sashimi appetizer- 4.5/5. this was pretty good with a spicy kick. Good balance of flavors with tons of umami fried tofu appetizer- 4.5/5- good use of egg tofu that made the texture fantastic Thai sớm tum mango salad- 4/5- pretty good and standard 12 hour braised Angus short ribs- 4/5- pretty fatty and tender. It's pretty standard though Madame Lois pork collar- 4/5. it was a fun dish having it on lettuce wraps. Pretty standard flavors Lime steamed Chilean sea bass- 3.5/5. this was just ok. I would pass on it in the future Royal crown fried rice- 4/5. pretty good with the large amount of roe adding an extra texture to the fried rice. Truffle wok seared noodles- 4/5. Lots of flavor but a bit greasy The Pink Mekong- 4/5. Pretty good visuals. Pretty standard flavors Service- 5 stars The servers were pretty attentive throughout our meal Bottom Line It was an enjoyable experience with good food with elevated presentations. It just wasn't anything special (Flavor wise), from your local neighborhood Thai restaurant. The restaurant has a beautiful decor and cool atmosphere, and it's a cool spot if you're around the Old Town Pasadena area. However, I wouldn't go out of my way to go. read more

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Star Leaf is an upscale Thai restaurant located in the Playhouse District in old town Pasadena. It opened in 2024, has a grand and modern interior atmosphere, and is both woman-owned and AAPI-owned. On one side of the restaurant is a large bar area and on the other side are tables for both small and large parties. We made reservations ahead of time for our party of 6 adults and 2 kids. What I really liked were the royal crown fried rice ($22), madame noi's pork collar ($25), southeast asian ribeye ($46), lime steamed chilean sea bass ($49), truffle wok seared noodle with scallops ($29), and sea bream carpaccio ($22). What I thought was good were the bakka salmon in thai vinagrette ($25), thai prawn ceviche ($15), and spicy tom yum soup ($29). What I thought was okay were the thai royal curry soft shell crab ($28) and 12 hour braised angus short ribs ($48). For drinks we ordered the royal iced thai milk tea ($5) which had optional add-ons of coconut pandan ice cream and coffee jelly. They use agave as their sweetener and it was different from every other Thai milk tea I've ever had. We liked it so much we had to get it again at the end of our meal. We had amazing service from our server (we never got his name but he could've been the manager) who treated us so well and was so accommodating to our party. He really made our experience wonderful! read more

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I've been to star leaf a few times now and the quality and service are consistently excellent. I've only left off a star for the considerable price to portion ratio. We ordered 2 appetizers and 4 main dishes for 4 people. Star Leaf is a wonderful restaurant for celebrations or a special night out. Highlights: - Royal Crown Fried Rice $22 - beautiful presentation and simple flavors done well. I really love the masago on top as it adds a nice slightly crunchy texture and fresh salty flavor. - Crispy Shortrib with Lime $48 - wow this dish is AMAZING but it simply isnt worth the high price tag for 6 bite size pieces. The sticky sweet sauce was complimented by the acidity of the lime and the fatty meat. - Thai Som Tum Mango Salad $15 - I always order this when i come here as its the perfect starter! Spicy, sour, and refreshing! Overall I will continue to frequent Star Leaf for its innovative take on southeast asian fusion read more

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Booked a seat at Star Leaf on a nice weekend to try some of their hyped menu items that I kept seeing floating around on socials. Everything at this restaurant is well furnished. It makes you feel like you're out a very, very high-end restaurant. Ordered a lot of things and most of them were just ok, nothing stood out to me besides the presentation. Roe Fried Rice 7/10 - lacked a bit of flavor and saltiness Malays Captain curry 8/10 Nois Pork Collar 8.5/10 Shrimp Cakes 8/10 Flan 8.8/10 Mango Sticky Rice 8/10 Excellent service everyone was so nice and responsive didn't have an issue. Good for big parties or for nice events. Parking is street only, so you may get lucky depending on the time you go. read more

Stopped by for a birthday lunch! They have lunch combos that is a good deal to try some dishes in a smaller portion and still shareable with rice, soup, and salad. They just didn't have pork cube nor panna cotta today. Meals were great! We liked the creamy Royal Thai curry with shrimp and the shrimp cakes for appetizer. read more

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I was really excited to try this restaurant, but unfortunately it didn't quite meet my expectations. The space itself is large with a nice interior design and a well-thought-out layout, which made for a great first impression. We ordered the shrimp cakes, crispy short rib, and truffle noodles. I would skip the shrimp cakes--they weren't anything special and honestly tasted like a frozen item that had been fried and served. About 20 minutes after placing our order, we were told the crispy short rib was sold out, so we switched to the grilled lamb chops. These were just okay--mostly fatty and a bit chewy. The puree underneath them also didn't add much and wasn't very good. The highlight of the meal was definitely the truffle noodles, delicious and absolutely worth ordering. On a positive note, the staff was very friendly and attentive, which I appreciated. Unfortunately, the food overall just didn't live up to the experience I was hoping for. read more

Star Leaf in Pasadena absolutely delivered. Food: We ordered a wide variety of dishes and were really impressed by both execution and balance across the menu. * Bakka Wild Salmon in Thai Vinaigrette (8 pcs) - Bright, clean, and incredibly refreshing. The flavors complement the salmon perfectly without overpowering it. 10/10, tied with the short ribs as my favorite dish of the night. * Night Market Shichimi Tofu - A fun and well-executed dish with a crispy exterior and a gooey, soft center. Great contrast in texture and an enjoyable bite from start to finish. * Thai Royal Curry with Soft-Shell Crab - Rich, comforting, and full of depth. The curry was flavorful with just the right amount of warmth, and the soft-shell crab held up nicely. A solid dish overall. * Madame Noi's Pork Collar - I can see why this is a best seller. While it was still very good, it ended up being my least favorite dish of the night simply because everything else stood out more. I wouldn't order it again, but it's still worth trying. * Crispy Short Rib with Lime - An absolute 10/10 and the star of the show. Perfectly cooked, deeply flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. I would come back time and time again just for this dish and the salmon alone. Service: Service was excellent from start to finish. Jojo greeted us with genuine enthusiasm, got us seated right away, and immediately made us feel welcome. Once she found out it was our first time, she was eager to answer questions and help guide us through the menu. Our server, Deja, was equally awesome -- attentive, quick, and extremely informative. Her recommendations were spot on and truly elevated the entire dining experience. Ambiance: The space is beautiful and well thought out, with a warm, elevated vibe that still feels comfortable and inviting. It's a great setting for a relaxed date night or a special dinner without feeling overly formal. read more

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Food was acceptional. We ordered a bunch a stuff. Mango payaya salad, Thai royal shrimp curry, orange chicken, pad Thai, crispy fish, pork collar, salmon belly carpaccio Best thing was probably the payaya salad. Food was pricey but wasn't really that great. It is a Thai "fusion" restaurant. They didn't even have chicken satay. read more

I made a reservation through OpenTable for my mom's birthday. Parking was easy, and they validate up to 1.5 hours? 2 hours? We ordered four dishes: steamed Chilean sea bass, braised mushrooms, royal crown fried rice, and the Thai lobster curry Sea bass: 5/5 My favorite! So fragrant, I love the sauce so much. It packs a punch with the lime, and I'm glad the cilantro taste isn't strong since I normally hate cilantro. The fish is flaky and soft. One minor complaint is that it's quite expensive for such a small portion. Braised mushrooms: 4/5 My second favorite, and my mom's favorite. Portion was again ridiculously small, but the flavor is great. Sweet and salty. Royal crown fried rice: 3.5/5 It's alright. The fish eggs add a nice texture but the flavor is mediocre. Thai lobster curry: 3.5/5 Super rich and flavorful, but very heavy. Wish there was more of a lobster flavor. I'd rather get the soft shell crab curry than this at this price. Panna cotta: 4.5/5 They brought this out as a birthday gift for my mom! My mom gave the biggest Asian compliment: Not too sweet. They also took a polaroid of us and let us keep it, and they pack your leftovers for you. Despite the high price point and small portions, the flavors are great, and I would come back. read more

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This is our second time here and it did not disappoint. Everything was delightful. My wife loves the decore. Our server was very attentive, detailed and professional. The food was outstanding! The winner tonight for me was the short ribs. I'm very particular about my beef and this in the top 3 of best ever. Every course of our dinner was outstanding! We will definitely be coming back again. read more

Star Leaf - Short ribs - Asian Fusion Near Me - Pasadena, California

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Happy Veteran's Day! Ordered the Lunch Specials: 1. Madam Noir Pork Shoulder *** 2. Chicken Pad Thai *** 3. Slow Drip Vietnamese Coffee Flan courtesy of SGV passport Super disappointed that the quality was not there and the flavors were missing. I heard the dinner is spectacular and thought the lunch would also be the same standard but maybe smaller portions. The Soup and Salad was good. Loved the dessert read more

Star Leaf - Madame Noi's Pork Collar - Asian Fusion Near Me - Pasadena, California

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This place is just beautiful. A lot of thought was clearly put into the decor and it feels elegant and romantic. I've only ever had drinks at the bar, but the bar itself is lovely and they have a solid drinks menu. Even the bathroom is nicely decorated! If I ever go back to eat I'll be sure to update, so this is more like a 3.5 for ambiance. read more

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Beautiful restaurant, great service & delicious food. We can for dineLA, $25 for a starter & entree, what a great deal! We enjoyed the Thai som tum mango papaya salad, Saigon summer rice paper rolls & Thai royal curry with shrimp and soft shell crab. We also ordered their southeast Asian ribeye and seasonal vegetables. Everything was delicious! I recommend going for dineLA or for their weekday lunch specials. read more

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Hands down my favorite restaurant in Pasadena! This place is classy and the food is outstanding! Get the chili crab, pork jowels, shrimp curry and the papaya salad! Everything is delicious. Pauline, the manager runs this place very professionally and ensures everyone has a great experience! The wait staff are super friendly and helpful! read more

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Maybe my favorite Asian Fusion restaurant ever! The Dine LA menu had a delicious variety. I had nothing that disappointed me. The service staff were so polite and welcoming especially to my kids. The interior is so beautifully done and a great date place or a family dinner spot. read more

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Decided to use our Resy $100 credit here before the end of the quarter. Foods were delicious and ambiance was spot on. Perfect for date night or out of town guests. We dragged our two small children along just to show them what fancy nice sit down dinner looked like - and they thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Highly recommend the pork. It had a minor kick to it but it didn't bother my two kids. Our server was very welcoming and attentive. Our dessert took a bit longer than expected and he gifted us an extra dessert on top of it as apology. Very thoughtful and kind of him. read more

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Great service. Lovely ambiance. Delicious food. Sadly no kids menu but our server Cameron suggested truffle noodles with sauce on side and our kiddo loved it. Really enjoyed our duck salad and captain curry too. Didn't have room for dessert this visit but we played the dice game and won lamb chops for next visit. We will definitely be back. read more

A great restaurant in Pasadena with consistently good food and a welcoming atmosphere. The truffle noodles were rich and flavorful, and the fried fish with mango sauce was amazing. The steak salad was decent, but the noodles and fish really stood out. The drinks are always well made, and the bartenders add to the experience - they're friendly, attentive, and fun to chat with. It's a spot that works just as well for a nice dinner as it does for a casual evening out. read more

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I will go back for that salmon again and again! I stopped in for a solo dinner date during DineLA after browsing the Pasadena options and I felt that Star Leaf curated a nice menu for diners to try during the series and with my favorite dish on the menu, I knew it was meant to be. Starter - BAKKA WILD SALMON IN THAI VINAIGRETTE - salmon sashimi is high quality and the asian salsa verde is drinkable. Make that into a cocktail and I could be here every night. Topping each salmon piece with mint and garlic gives it a nice freshness and texture to it. Main - SOUTHEAST ASIAN RIBEYE - cooked a nice medium rare with a good char, a generous piece, and accompanied by the thai mint salad and charred pineapple was really nice, brining that Asian flair to the dish. Dessert - MANGO STICKY RICE - given a smaller version of their regular menu, the triple glutinous rice had more of a bite to it and the mango was perfectly ripe and sweet and soft. I've had their cocktails before but opted for a mocktail this night. -- STRAWBERRY PANDAN LEMONADE - on the sweeter side, heavy on the strawberry puree, light on the pandan syrup, but refreshing like a cold lemonade on a hot summer's day. read more

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Unfortunately the food isn't as good as when they opened. Not at all. But the prices are up. I don't like to criticize, but when you pay a lot for an evening out you hope it tastes better then Panda Express. (Sadly it isn't even as good). Time to hire someone with better recipes. read more

Went to Pasadena for family dinner and walked past the beautiful restaurant. Its fairly new and so happy we walked in. Fast and friendly service with several great dishes. Looking forward to go back with some friends as I know they will enjoy it. I can imagine how nice the patio would be in the summer. All the dishes were delicious full of flavor. Make sure to truly the desert ice cream and coffee flan. read more

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Good dining place if you're looking to splurge a little! Food was very good, the standout was the curry, from the moment we walked in we could smell it and knew we were getting some type of curry dish and it absolutely smacked, some of the best curry I've had. We also got a chicken dish can't remember the name but it was roasted and very yummy and juicy as well. For starters we got the rolls which were very intersting but taste wise were good! The mango sticky rice was SO good and idk if me and my homegirl were tripping but each color rice has a different taste so that was a nice touch! Their drinks were very strong but in the best way, still tasted as expected. Service was great honestly! She apologized about the wait multiple times and realistically it wasn't even that bad compared to other places I've been recently. And at the end she gave us each a voucher for free lunch because of the wait. Hospitality at its finest! Although it is pricey I will be back for sure and not just to use the free voucher, this place deserves its accolades and I'm glad we have it here in Pasadena! read more

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A gem of a restaurant with delicious food. Park in nearby structure before taking a walk to restaurant. Interior reminded me of Crazy Rich Asian vibes with all the green walls + short wait time + exceptional service. Mike was super attentive and made sure we were satisfied with our meal. We got the royal crown fried rice ($22), bakka wild salmon in thai vinaigrette ($25), madame noi's pork collar ($25), and slow drip vietnam coffee flan ($12). Every plate was presented beautifully and the lighting allowed for beautiful pictures. The food was also fantastic. 10/10, highly recommend if you have the chance. read more

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Came back to try out some of the summer/dinner menu with a few friends, and the vibes are still next level. You definitely come here for the ambiance, and the service is top-notch. As for the food, it's pricey but pretty good. Just come in with the expectation that it's not exactly authentic Thai food--it's more of a fusion. The four of us tried these items: Nyonya Scallop - This was on the summer menu and it's delicious. Totally recommend it--super fresh and everything worked perfectly together. (5/5) Malaysian Rojak Salad - Personally, I thought this was just okay. It was a very light version compared to what I'm used to, and overall it seemed kind of basic. Not bad, but I wouldn't order it again. (2.5/5) Pineapple Fried Rice - Pretty unique since they add parmesan cheese (we got it on the side). The fried rice itself was good--nothing super special, but still tasty. The cheese felt a bit unnecessary, though it actually did taste pretty good. (4/5) Madame Noi's Pork Collar - This one was great; I'd definitely get it again. Super hearty but still packed with flavor. The pork was cooked perfectly, and I loved the wrap. (5/5) Malay Captain's Curry - Tasty, though nothing mind-blowing. Nicely presented with classic flavors. Overall solid. (4/5) The Pink Mekong - Awesome dessert! It comes with the cool smoky effect, and they pour the pink coconut cream at the table. Really fun, a bit pricey, but kind of worth it. (5/5) Overall, as long as you're not expecting authentic Thai food, the dishes here are delicious. Both times I've visited, the service has been excellent, and I've always loved how the restaurant looks. Definitely worth coming at least once. Parking - You can pay around $5 at nearby lots, but after 6 pm you can park on the street. I parked across from the restaurant. read more

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