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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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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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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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

I came back here today for their spicy seafood tom yum soup. I had it at their Yelp Elite dinner a few months back and have been craving it since. I was a bit worried that they had made is extra good because it was a Yelp Elite event. Well, it did not disappoint today. The broth was just as savory, delicious and packed with fresh seafood as the first time I had it. The presentation is a bit dramatic. They wheel out the soup in a cart over a burner, and then add the fresh raw prawns in, and the garnishments. It's the best tom yum soup hands-down for me. We also ordered the pineapple fried rice and the seasonal vegetables (Napa cabbage). Both were delicious. I wish the portion of the pineapple fried rice could have be 25% to 30% larger. To my delight, Cameron, the server I met last time when I was there was there again today! He was our server. It was so nice to see a familiar face. Cameron gives the best service. We didn't get to try the 12 hour braised beef this time. Will get that next time! read more

Really would have loved to give this place 5 stars, but unfortunately have a second visit, which I happened to take within about 3 weeks of each other, I had to dock it one star and I'll explain the reasoning for that below. First let's talk about the restaurant itself. It's located on a corner along Colorado in Pasadena. I believe it used to be Roy's Hawaiian a while ago, but I can be mistaken. Anyways, the place is nice. There is an outside patio that has heaters, which would probably make for a beautiful dinner. Once you walk in a little more you are greeted with a little fountain and a photo-op. Once you step inside, you are greeted by the greeter's table and the inside decor, I would call somewhat "modern with an Asian twist". Now the food! I have tasted a good amount of the menu between my 2 visits here, but my favorites are as follows: The Royal Crown Fried Rice is a crowd favorite and I totally understand why. The texture and flavor in this fried rice is amazing. I love getting it and has easily become a go-to! 10/10 for sure. My second favorite is their Night Market Shichimi Tofu. If you like fried tofu, get this! And even if you don't, still get it! It's a softer tofu (So close to silken) and it just melts in your mouth. I could probably eat 2 plates of these...heck! Even 3! :) 10/10 for me! We had also ordered the Siam Beach Club eggrolls which were good, but nothing too crazy there, so I rated those a 8/10. The Thai Royal Curry was as expected, it was good, but it didn't really stand out as much as the other dishes. The flavor of the curry was there, but it was comparable to most. As for the mains, we have tried the Short Ribs and the Ribeye. The short ribs were good, as braised short ribs usually are. The flavor was really good and the cook on it was spot on. Gave this a 9/10. The ribeye was mediocre. It had a good cook on it, but nothing too outstanding about this dish, so we gave it an 8/10. I had also tried the pork collar (8.5/10) and mango sea bass (9/10) (did not have a picture), but those 2 were also good. Nothing on the many is BAD, I think they're all worth a taste, but I think what makes certain items on the menu pop out more than most is the creativity in the dishes. And not just in presentation, but texture and taste. I love an experience! Now why did I end up docking a whole star? Well, for my second visit, which was an early dinner during a weekday for my mother's bday, they did not have half of what I wanted to order for her. As we continued to order, the server tried their best to accommodate us, proposing other recommendations, running back and forth between the kitchen and our table to double check inventory for us, but again, 3 dishes that I really wanted my family to try was not available. We found that shocking given the type and quality restaurant we were in. After trying to help us, and getting all of our food out though, the server, we felt, kind of kept their distance. They did not frequent our table to make sure everything was alright. We assumed because they felt bad that the restaurant didn't have what we wanted, but it kind of left a bad taste in our mouths, especially because we celebrated my mom's birthday. I had to flag them down to see if there was anything special they could do for a birthday celebration. So there it is! The -1 star reasoning. I do see myself coming back again because I know the food is good, but I just pray I come on days where they have EVERYTHING because it is worth it. Anyways, Cheers, YELP fam! And Happy Eating! XOXO read more

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We returned for a friend's birthday, and it was a great time again this year! I realized I forgot to review it the first time we came by, so I had to make sure I reviewed this time. Parking in this area is pretty rough - we did manage to find street parking this day, but I think we got validated parking last time (I think the validation was limited though, which is why we looked for street parking). Service was great here - our server checked on us often, and everything went pretty smoothly. It was also nice that their drink menu includes a few mocktail options that looked tasty! Now, for the food/drinks: -Mulled Apple Sour: tasted like it sounds? -Ume Old Fashioned: my partner seemed to enjoy it. He got the same thing last time! -Truffle Wok-Seared Noodle with Scallops: I don't eat scallops, so I can't speak to that, but the noodles were really good, especially with the truffle sauce they offered on the side. -Royal Crown Fried Rice: the people in our party really enjoyed this seafood fried rice. My partner mentioned how good it was, multiple times! -Braised Assorted Mushrooms: probably good for people who really enjoy mushrooms. I wasn't the biggest fan, but I also don't love mushrooms, so... -Madame Noi's Pork Collar: This was memorably tasty the first time, and we enjoyed it just as much this time! The flavor and texture of the pork is great, and the basil garlic dipping sauce is super good, too. -Grilled Lamb Chops: the lamb chops themselves were solid, but didn't love the cauliflower puree. -Crispy Duck Salad: I actually really enjoyed this! The textural contrast from the crispy duck was fun, and it was nice to have the freshness of the salad with our meal. Loved the flavors in this, too! -Malay Captain's Curry Chicken: this curry chicken was pretty good! Dipping the bread into the curry was tasty, and the chicken in the curry was pretty tender. This one was recommended by our waitress, and we're glad we took her recommendation! Overall, the experience was great, and there are a lot of tasty dishes here. read more

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Went for dine LA and everything was delicious!! Highlights were the 2 whiskey cocktails, the salmon appetizer, and the steak main dish. Not sure if the steak is on their regular menu or if it was just for dine la but if you see it, order it! Great service, loved the outdoor patio and we even had a couple cute (& very well behaved dogs) near us that made it even better. read more

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Our group of friends celebrated NYE here and it was the perfect place. The food was amazing and we get to taste a selection of Thai and Japanese dishes. From the golden fried shrimp to the lamp chop and papaya salad, everything went RIGHT. Our server was friendly and had a huge smile on her face the whole night. I would say the whole experience is a 5 star for SURE. This restaurant is perfect for company events or holiday celebrations. You will not be disappointed! read more

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what a sweet little gem! star leaf was the perfect place to celebrate one of my friend's birthdays: the restaurant was lively, the interior is decorated in a moody art deco vibe (but bright enough to see the menus), and the food was SO good! we ordered multiple cocktails that were all so good and the server had great recs when we asked him what drinks he would recommend. as far as food we ordered the royal crown fried rice (incredibly beautiful and yummy), papaya salad, a yellow curry, and a noodle dish. would definitely come back again! read more

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I was in the area and wanted to swing by here to grab some take-out for home. They took over what used to be Roy's (I miss their chocolate cake!), and what they've done with the space is amazing. The place looks bigger and the decor is dark, moody and sexy. Beautiful space! Great ambiance for sure. Let's get to the food though. I ordered their appetizer platter ($22) and the lobster curry ($32). Upon getting home and unpacking, the appetizer platter looked underwhelming. $22 for this amount of food? Definitely not worth the value...but I also remember one of the reasons I got the platter was that it came with Som Tum salad...but I did not see any salad. And I love 10 miles away so there was no way I was going to drive back, and seemed a bit lame to call and complained I'm missing my papaya salad. Oh well...just had to chuck it up and move on. As for the lobster curry, it came with sliced baguette. Not something I'm used to as most places would give you a side of rice with curry. The lobster is served cut and out of the shell so it makes it easy to enjoy the lobster. The curry...to be honest...good but wasn't that flavorful and a bit underwhelming. Service is really good here though. From being greeted to placing my order and then getting my order...5/5 service. Food is overpriced. Not a lot of value - portions are small for the price. And keep in mind that the flavors are more Thai inspired vs. authentically Thai. If you're looking for a nice place to sit down and enjoy some Asian food, where you care more about the ambiance and service than the flavor of the food, this is a great spot. But for me, I value the taste of the food a bit more so not for me unfortunately. read more

Star Leaf - Lobster Curry ($32) - June 2025 - Asian Fusion Near Me - Pasadena, California

Awesome service and great vibes. Came here to celebrate an end of year networking gathering. Great happy hour menu. We enjoyed the chicken wings, edamame, short rib tacos and angus beef roll. read more

Star Leaf - Asian Fusion Near Me - Pasadena, California

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I was walking down Colorado blvd when I noticed this place. I thought to myself, this looks oddly new because I've never seen the restaurant a day in my life. They had a sign outside claiming to have happy hour from 3pm-5pm, that took my interest. I love the ambiance, the decorum I should say. Very elegant, wonderful for a date night or a girls day. I sat at the bar and ordered me a glass of Chardonnay off the happy hour menu.. $6. They have a wide variety of cocktails, wines, as well as food. The food is very good. And the bartender was fast, yet attentive. Would definitely come back here again! read more

Star Leaf - Asian Fusion Near Me - Pasadena, California

Star Leaf is definitely worth checking out. I'm only giving it 4stars as it was our first time. For our introduction though, we were blown away. Our server, Colin greeted us as if we were long time friends. It was a great feeling. That combined with the quiet feel of the restaurant made us feel at home. Our drinks arrived from the bartender himself and, Old Fashioneds are, they were spectacular. We had the Chicken yellow curry and Pad Thai for main dishes and we do so recommend. Right amount of everything and the dishes are big enough to share. We did not go away hungry. Our desserts were the sticky rice Mango and The Vietnamese Flan, both delicious. Please, run, do not walk to Star Leaf. It's amazing read more

All three: good service, excellent meals and ambiance. We had the curry chicken and shrimp Pad Thai and both were very flavorful and delicious . The portions were enough to share between 2 people. The desserts- flan and the mango with sticky rice. Incredible. Again the flavors were just right! read more

finally tried star leaf and everything was so delicious and flavorful. a bit boujee, but overall really enjoyed every dish. the soft shell crab curry was my favorite along with the sea bass. the sea bass wasn't fishy at all and had a nice lemony zest to it. the interior of the restaurant is also really nice. service wasn't bad either considering how busy it was. read more

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We have been here twice for lunch so far and we enjoyed both times. Aged short ribs so flavorful and soft. Branzino so tender and fresh. Royal crown fried rice seasoned perfectly and not oily nor salty. All dishes we ordered were all consistently good both times. Decor is modern and fancy. Service is decent. We will return quarterly to use our Resy credits of course. read more

Amazing service. Came to celebrate a relative visiting from out of town. Loved the special touches like the card and Polaroid photo we received at the end of dinner! I can tell the manager/owner loves kids. She had a big smile on her face and offered my kids lollipops as we were leaving and even helped us take a group photo outside with their birthday backdrop. I really enjoyed the appetizer spring rolls and egg rolls. Yellow curry was ok. It's a dish I normally order at regular Thai restaurants. Didn't taste like what I was expecting, not enough flavor for me. Cocktails were delicious. Overall, a great place to celebrate with friends or family given how upscale the vibe is compared to other Thai restaurants! read more

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Ambiance is nice and the menu offers a fun mix of Southeast Asian fusion dishes. The tofu appetizer was one of my favorites. It was crisp on the outside and soft inside, with a flavorful dipping sauce that made it stand out. The baked oysters were also a hit. Rich and savory, they were cooked just right. The pineapple fried rice came with shrimp and squid, and had a great balance of sweet and savory. The ribeye was incredibly tender and smooth, definitely one of the more memorable dishes of the night. Service was slow, which was frustrating. Even though the restaurant was not busy, we waited about thirty minutes before anyone took our order. We were probably 1 of 3 tables in there. We finished with the mango sticky rice, which felt underwhelming. It came with two scoops of ice cream, a very tiny amount of mango, and a bit of black sticky rice at the bottom. It looked more like a sampler than a dessert. I usually don't expect or want ice cream with mango sticky rice - so I would skip this if you're not in a cold dessert mood. Parking was either street or valet, and I found street parking easily at night. Star Leaf is still worth a visit if you're in the area and craving something different. read more

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I'm long overdue for a review of Star Leaf. It's a (now not so new) Southeast Asian inspired fusion menu with authentic tasting food. The ambience can both be formal and lavish or casual and chill. So feel free to dress up or dress down, the staff are equally friendly and attentive. Great, personal customer service. Wet towel service is available if you need to refresh your face and hands before the meal. Decent vegetarian and vegan options. I appreciate that they rotate season items while also having some staple dishes. I've had the tofu appetizer, vegetable curry, string beans, crying tiger salad with tofu and the vegan kaprow wrap. They also have NA Asahi dry beer for those who are sober or lightweight with alcohol. Plenty of dessert options. Dessert options are mostly vegetarian, no vegan items (I don't think). Overall, I really enjoy coming to Star Leaf. It's fun to celebrate with friends on a special occasion or just grab a quick tasty bite by yourself in the relaxed patio. read more

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We came in during lunchtime and it was not packed. Apparently prices and serving portions of their menu is bigger and a tad pricier than the lunch menu. We seated immediately since as I mentioned, it was not a packed day. It was in the middle of the week. The food was presentation and plating was done tastefully. The Summer wraps were filled with veggies the way I like it. I do not particularly like the rolled crispy wrap inside the summer roll. However, I do understand that this is the texture that you would be eyeing for considering the wrap are all soft and filled with vegetables. This wrap is very dependent on how the sauce has been paired up with which gives the significant flavor of the dish. I surprisingly like the shrimp roll on top of the crab rice. I actually enjoyed that very much. This is a dish that you should try. The shrimp and prawns and salmon again have been plated very well and elegantly. This restaurant is a must go to if you're in town a nice place to bring friends as well. Four solid stars for this restaurant. I hope to visit and try the other dishes next time I visit the Los Angeles Angeles Metro area. read more

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Fusion style Thai food. Great ambiance at the restaurant with attentive service from the staff for a large party of 15! Food is beautifully presented; don't expect authentic Thai flavors though, again, this is fusion. read more

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This is a place to remember! I'd definitely love to come back. Every dish was bursting with flavor. I don't even know what was my absolute favorite because every dish was just so amazing. Jordan our waiter was really open and honest and I love that about him. He was great. He recommend a drink that I would definitely have to order next time around. Layout was fancy and spacious. read more

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Everyone was super nice and helpful :) i unfortunately feel like the plates look better than it taste.. 1. Appetizer platter - they started off strong. The tropical mango fish was soo good. Battered and fish ratio was perfect, cooked well, tasted even better. Shrimp cake skewers was very meaty and fresh. The wings were just okay. The som tu. Salad was so good, hubby doesn't eat a lot of veggies but he loved these! 2. 12hr braised Angus = of course it was super tender :) first look, hubby thought it was gona be tough but it was super soft. Just needed a little bit more of finishing salt then it would be perfect. But it was good. 3. Lime steamed Chilean sea bass = underwhelming. Inconsistent cook.. I don't see why they wouldn't steam it all together? But some of the fish was tougher than others. There was just 2 pieces that were actually great. 4. Pineapple fried rice = reminded me of fair food :( 5. Banana leaf chicken = loved it because u can taste the rosemary and hunt of banana lead...a bit tough but it was my 2nd fave amongst everything we ordered (1st was the mango fish). Hubby thought it was mediocre. read more

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I brought my gf here on her birthday and we had such a nice experience. Staff were very kind and attentive. We ordered the 12hr braised short rib, royal crown fried rice, sam beach egg rolls and mango sticky rice for dessert. Everything was delicious. I wish we had more of the short rib. Maybe next time we'll come back to try the lamb. The fried rice is a must!!! Its so nice and fun to eat with the masago on top. The mango sticky rice wasnt served the traditional way but it was so delicious. I would highly recommend trying out this place if you havent already. Im craving the fried rice all over again just typing up this review. read more

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Dining here was an experience!! Ambience: The vibes hit as soon as you enter the outdoor patio. The eastern decor and lush plants immediately welcome you into a peaceful oasis. The inside is even more ornate, with gorgeous chandeliers and charming seating arrangements. Food: The shrimp skewers were larger than expected and fresh from the fryer. But the star of the show was the bakka salmon sashimi Silky, buttery, and packed with flavor! Clean, fresh taste finished with a spicy, citrusy chili verde on top. Pure perfection Also ordered were the strawberry matcha and yuzu mocktails. Both were good, but not necessarily outstanding. The bill came out to ~$90 for the two small dishes and two drinks. And even though the dishes are all made to share, the price tag is still a little steep for me considering they were not full entrees. Service: The servers were patient and very helpful with suggestions, but what really made an impact were the front hosts. They were so friendly and eager to share Star Leaf's legacy with me (it's the first US location!) read more

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I think we dodged a bullet tonight if the hostesses are any indication of the service levels at this restaurant. We could see that the restaurant was half empty and the bar was completely empty, so we thought we would dine here before our show at Pasadena Playhouse even though it is V-day at 6pm. We walked in and stood in front of the hostesses (no other customers around) and no one acknowledged us for what seemed like 3 minutes but was probably only 1. The hostesses were in the middle of a quiet conversation so we waited. Once we were acknowledged, I asked for a table for two. She smiled and said "We aren't taking walk-in's at the moment." I said okay and we left. Lots of seating so they just be out of servers. If we were offered we might have eaten at the bar but with the cold reception, I think we made the right move by leaving. Looks nice inside but I can take a hint. read more

From food to ambiance to service, everything was excellent! Parking was free validation at 44 Madison structure. Or there was free street parking for an hour around the restaurant. We ordered the Pineapple fried rice, pork collar wrap, and crying tiger salad with cocktails. All were so flavorful and delicious! 10/10 . They also provided towelettes and served complimentary shrimp chips before our meal. I would come again to try their other dishes, everything looked presentable and tasty. read more

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The drinks are delicious and the staff is friendly. I would have given more stars but they only had one thing on the menu for someone vegetarian that can't do spicy. It was yummy but it would be nice to have more options and there were no lactose free dessert options. read more

Star Leaf - Saigon summer rice paper rolls & Lycée Martini - Asian Fusion Near Me - Pasadena, California

This restaurant is spacious and clean with elegant design. The food is pretty good as well. I specifically liked the fried rice, truffle fried noodles, egg rolls, and green beans. The server was friendly and attentive. There is a parking garage next to it and the weekend is free. I would revisit again. read more

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Excellent food. Great service beautifully renovated restaurant. 10/10 would recommend anytime you're in the mood for Asian food that's full of dynamic flavors. read more

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I've been wanting a chance to check Star Leaf out and was finally able to stop by for a light lunch with my boyfriend. Ambiance Star Leaf's ambiance during the weekend lunch hour was relatively relaxed while still feeling upscale. I've never been for dinner, but it looks to be the type of place that would be quite busy at night. Food and Drinks We ordered a cocktail each (my boyfriend ordered the Lychee Martini and I ordered the Jade Royale), and an entree to share. We had the Thai Royal Curry with lobster tail, and it was phenomenal -- the lobster tail meat was succulent and sweet, cooked perfectly, and was even removed from its carapace and cut into bite sized pieces.It was served with both bread and a steaming pail of white rice. These both were put to good use -- the sauce was so flavorful and fragrant that we sopped up every bit of it. Location (+ Notable Neighbors) Star Leaf is located in a very walkable part of Old Pasadena, and there's a lot of cheap parking and things to do nearby. It's near the Pasadena Playhouse and Vroman's Bookstore, which are both worth checking out! We were pleasantly surprised by our experience and look forward to coming back again. read more

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Food is good , services is good. Really good Asian fusion style. Will come next time read more

Star Leaf - Crispy Short Rib w/ Lime - Asian Fusion Near Me - Pasadena, California

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The service provided by Cameron was great. He provided suggestions and was attentive. We ordered the sampler which is something I recommend. The fried crab balls were excellent. We also ordered the Royal Crown fried rice which was good but wished it had a little more flavor, it was a bit bland so the chili garlic sauce was definitely needed which we had. We also ordered the curry with fried soft crabs. It was solid but again I wanted some more punch. I was very impressed with the fried dishes, exceptionally crispy and perfect. read more

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A trendy take on Asian fusion, I approve! Stepping into this restaurant you feel like you're in white lotus with the ambiance and service. I loved the creative cocktail menu. The royal thai iced tea with coffee jelly was so good, while the pandan strawberry lemonade barely had any pandan flavor. The lychee martini also looked good. Food: 10/10 shrimp egg rolls 10/10 salmon with Thai vinaigrette 8/10 crying tiger beef salad 8/10 pork collar wraps 5/10 scallop truffle noodles (just tasted like panda chow mein w truffle oil) 5/10 pineapple fried rice (comes in a pineapple w pork floss but too sweet) Dessert: 8/10 pink Mekong - great for groups, lovely presentation 8/10 The flan was also good I'd definitely come back to try some of their other dishes! read more

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Ambiance - Absolutely gorgeous place. The outdoor eating area is very clean and pretty. It feels classy and elegant but not super uptight. It's covered so you don't have to worry about too much sun or any rain. Service - Sweet and patient. We have never been here and we also had trouble deciding what to get! Employee did her best to give us suggestions on what would be good. Food - For the most part, great! Everything was tasty and felt high quality and fresh. Night Market Shichimi Tofu - I wasn't a big fan only because of the soft tofu used. I thought it would be a firmer texture. The flavor is fine but the texture kinda mushed up in my mouth. Thai Sen Yai Salad - Delicious! So refreshing and satisfying. The tofu had a light lemongrass flavor to it and was a great pair. I would have loved it better if it was salted some more but it's also fine the way it is. This dish is savory, a tad sweet, and tangy. Made me feel healthy and I enjoyed every bit of it even though I couldn't finish everything! Mom review of her dishes: Siam Beach Club Egg Rolls - Super crispy and had a great satisfying bite. The lemongrass was fragrant and tasted great with the ground shrimp. Tropical Mango Fish - The papaya salad on top and the sauce were too spicy for her but she's not good with spice to begin with. The fish was crunchy and not dry! Still good and juicy. Dessert: Slow-drip Vietnam Coffee Flan - WOW. Creamy and decadent! Super delicious and rich. I loved it! If I may be a bit of a critique, I think a crunchier sugar cage would be better because it was on the chewier side so it gets stuck in the teeth. Maybe a bit of a longer wait but I wouldn't mind. While delicious, I'm confused where the coffee comes in because I didn't get any hint of it in this. Vietnamese coffee is typically a strong and bold flavor too! Don't be shy, this would be elevated so much more if we could taste the coffee. Overall, great experience! I'd love to come back to try the rainforest curry. read more

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WOW. Absolutely exceeded my expectations! Amazing food, drinks, and vibes- perfect for a date night. It was pretty crowded on a Saturday night- def make a reservation! Decor was beautiful and we were offered a glass of champagne while waiting for our table. Wild salmon sashimi (10/10): salmon was so fresh and the herby, tangy sauce paired perfectly. A nice refreshing starter! Thai royal curry w/ soft shell crab (10/10): my favorite dish!! The crab was deep fried yet still light and succulent. Curry sauce was so good paired with the side of crusty baguette. Only thing I personally thought was unnecessary was the bed of mashed potatoes underneath. Grilled pork collar (7/10): I was most excited for this dish but it wasn't my favorite (but still tasty). It's eaten as a lettuce wrap with papaya salad, herbs, and cucumber. The meat itself wasn't fatty enough for my liking, and didn't have a bite to it like I was expecting. The sweet sauce on the side was ok, it could have been spicier and more acidic to contrast the sweetness of the pork. Peacock margarita (10/10): delicious! The passion fruit flavor really stands out. I finished my drink within a few minutes lol. Overall great experience, definitely will be back! read more

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The interior is stunning, featuring elegant decor and a great vibe. Service was friendly. We were seated quickly by the hostess, and both drink and food orders arrived without waiting too long despite a significant dinner rush. While our waiter was friendly, the high volume meant he didn't check on us often after the food arrived, which was a minor drawback but understandable during the peak period. We had the Malay Captain's Curry, it wasn't too sweet or too spicy, and it had tender meat and potatoes (except for one overly fatty piece of beef). The Crying Tiger Salad was disappointing. The ribeye had good flavor,but had a tough strip of connective tissue that made a large portion of it hard to eat. The Thai Prawn Ceviche was light and fresh, with a touch of sweetness. The Ube Old Fashioned was a fantastic. It looked amazing and it delivered a very different, honey like taste. It's certainly sweeter than a classic Old Fashioned. I highly recommend giving the drink a try for its unique flavor. read more

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I came here with my friend for their new happy hour menu. I was quick to judge this place and think their food would be bland in flavors but it was bold and delicious. Every dish we order was a surprise. Some look a bit plain but packed with flavors. Like their chicken wings and the sauce it goes so well with it, the curry with the fried rice paper, sea bass is spicy and I can taste the combo of flavors, and what surprises me most is that shrimp chips or something. It was a new item too. The drinks are a must. It was tasty and fantastic service here. I will definitely come back here to try their dinner menu. I would definitely recommend this place. Please try out their Happy Hour Menu and lmk what you think of it. I hope this helps. Please follow me if you like my vibe. XOXO JJ read more

Star Leaf - lol. Ironically it was my bday!! - Asian Fusion Near Me - Pasadena, California

I went for a friend's birthday and the food was amazing. The service was great and the ambiance is great. They let you take a picture with their polaroid before you leave. We ordered the Saigon summer rice paper rolls, tropical mango seabass, malay captain's curry, truffle wok seared noodles with scallops, and madame noi's pork collar for dinner. For dessert we had pandan ice cream and mango sticky rice. I just wasn't a fan of the dragon fruit rice. Parking can be challenging because it's street parking, as far as I'm aware. Definitely would like to go back and try other dishes. read more

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