The best Thai restaurant in LA! Talesai is a must visit! I've been coming to Talesai for over 10 years and it truly never disappoints! The quality is always very consistent and the service is so friendly. The food is incredibly fresh, you can tell it's made with love and care! Today we started with the Vegetable Spring Rolls, which were piping hot and perfectly crispy. For our mains, we got the Shrimp Curry, Vegetable Fried Rice, and the Pad Thai. The pineapple in the curry adds the perfect touch of sweetness. The rice is always so savory and tasty. The Pad Thai is my favorite! The noodles are chewy in the best way and the tamarind sauce is delicious! Talesai is an iconic LA institution! Please go if you haven't been! You will not regret it :) read more

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First time dinning at this restaurant. Food is fantastic no doubt the food is great. Service is good, the restaurant looks good once you are inside. The tase of the food took me back to Thai land. I was expecting this place to be packed to the brim on a Friday night dinner service. For unfortunate reasons it's not, Thai food lovers have to try this place, it will not disappoint you at all. It's a family owned restaurant, as per my friend who invited me. It makes sense that the food and service were great. read more

Delicious food! Friendly and great service! The classic Tom Yum Koong was delicious with perfectly cooked shrimp. The specials,garlic box choy and massaging curry short ribs had unique flavors. read more

Talesai has delicious food! I would recommend the Thai Beef salad and many other of their dishes. The service is warm and welcoming. The owner very gracious. The ambiance very interesting with different art works to see. Their martinis are also good. We go there often as it is close to home. I would highly recommend. read more

The food was delicious. I'm a super picky eater when it comes to quality food. Their food was fresh. Good quality great flavors.

I was riding by on my bike and liked how this place looked with a cool sign and logo. The large dining area only had a few customers and I was served promptly. It has a nice upscale look and prices are reasonable($20 for shrimp pad thai). My portion was smaller than average with no sides included losing this restaurant one star. Recommended. read more

Talesai - Thai Near Me - Studio City, California

The red devil noodle was delicious, very flavorful with a good amount of spice. Service is friendly and all the food tastes very fresh and uses good quality ingredients. 10/10 would recommend read more

Wonderful food and great service. Order the Drunken Noodle Short Rib, it's fire. 10/10 dish that I could eat all the time

This was a great spot in Los Angeles. Besides the price it's great. If you've got the money definitely come here, lots of options for all types of people. The workers are very kind, gave me a free refill! The vibes were nice and the bathroom was clean. Food tasted amazing and is good for first dates. Family friendly but there is no kids menus. If your kids are picky eaters check the menu in advance. Was great overall! read more

I ordered two dishes for takeout. The cashew chicken was very disappointing--it was mostly chicken and oil, lacked flavor, and tasted nothing like authentic Thai food. I've eaten Thai food hundreds of times, and this was not even close. The basil chicken was acceptable but below average. Both portions were very small for the price. Overall, the food did not seem authentic, and I don't believe this is truly Thai-owned or Thai-style cooking. read more

It really was extra delicious but a bit skimpy. Portions a bit too small for price. Great food either way

We've been coming to this restaurant for over 20 years. The "hidden treasures" and their noodle dishes are some of the best Thai dishes in Los Angeles. Superior quality to the vast majority of Thai restaurants in LA. read more

Apple was our kind and informative server - The Hidden Treasures was definitely a favorite for all of us (Apple's fave) - and we all ordered curries, which were delicious. And the lychee martini is MAGIC! We will be returning to this quieting, yummy, delicious spot! Thanks Apple! read more

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They're trying really hard so it's tough to say anything negative but truth is the food is just ok. The decor feels so dated. The restaurants to the left and right are packed and this place could be too but it needs a major updating. read more

I was looking forward to eating here all week, because I hadn't had Thai in years. Ultimately it was just fine, and that's okay. I hate how everything is 1 or 5 stars with no in between. Let me be clear, give this place a try if you're looking for Thai in studio city. The service was wonderful, the location is great, and everything tasted okay. Just didn't hit the spot for me and maybe it's what I ordered? The tofu and chicken satay were disappointing, but the mi krop and Thai tea were good. I'd like to give it another shot, and maybe ask what their specialties are next time. read more

Terrific food, and I've been here enough to try nearly everything. And it never disappoints! The Hidden Treasures are exactly that‼ So delicious. Decent wine selection. Nice cocktails. A good Prosecco by the glass. Lemme say, it is a wonderful thing to have something in this world that you know will always be there, always give you what you came for and leave you happy. Dayum... yeah, I said that. Great service, every time... EVERY TIME! And a , sleek, vibe. Just chill place to have a yummy meal with your people. Nothing wrong here. Except maybe this sappy review ;) read more

Was met at the front desk by the host/bartender who asked if we had a reservation. When told that we did not, he raised his eyebrows and said we'd have to wait a few minutes. He went on pouring waters, wine, stopping by other tables and after fidgeting around for a few minutes, he finally escorted us to a table. Not great for a first impression. Panang curry was weak and thin, chicken rolls bland. However, the beef drunken noodles, and beef satay were fantastic. read more

This restaurant is unbelievably great. The food is fabulous. Please order the crab fried rice, the green papaya salad, the fried sea bass, pad Thai with shrimp, the shrimp curry, the heavenly duck and the hidden treasures appetizer. The food is so good that most of these items I'd order a double portion in order to have leftovers. Please guys: order direct from their website with their own delivery service because DD takes a fortune and no restaurant can sustain these fees and also make a profit. If you want great restaurants like Talesai to survive then order direct and eat in the restaurant. This place is absolutely wonderful. read more

I've become a regular here since writing the last review, so I'm upping it to five stars because I've never had a bum meal here. Everything is fresh and beautifully prepared, and the service is personal and personable. I tend to always have the same thing, being a creature of habit or a bore - the cashew chicken, which I absolutely love, the pad Thai, which is always great, and the Thai salad with peanut dressing. During this crazy time, I've ordered in from there via DoorDash and it was great, so try that if you're a fan of this place. Yes, it's expensive, like really expensive, but the food is simply great and worth it, IMO. Okay, now I have to order in again like right now, although it's four in the morning so maybe not right now. read more

This is the worst experience I've ever had. I made reservations for 4 guests. When I arrived with my two children I informed the person at the front desk who is also the one of two waiters in the entire restaurant that it will only be the 3 of us since my husband is sick and couldn't make it. He said no problem please wait 10-15 mins. Event though our reservations were at 7:15pm we were waiting for 20 minutes - then the same waiter who I spoke to when we first arrived after we got seated and said "sorry we can't seat you " you had reserved for 4 guests and will need leave " I said " but I informed you when we walked in and what difference does it make the three of us are here " he said sorry you have to leave" My children (7 and 9) kept asking "mommy why did they ask us to leave" when I informed the waiter I will be posting a yelp review he then said "if I let you stay will you please not write the review ? He is a tall older gentleman with glasses. I will never go back to this restaurant - and the service is horrible - the other guests (almost 3 large tables) were just waiting for their food and also complaining their food had not arrived yet" read more

we love Talesai. The food is delicious and very fresh. You can always get a table. a family favorite.

Wonderful place! My friend and I went on a Friday night, and were seated right away. The service was prompt and the server was very nice. I loved the Pad Thai with chicken - felt very much like my favorite comfort food. Will definitely be back! read more

BEST THAI IN TOWN WOW , first off thank you apple for the incredible service and taking care of us well past closing time. She was so sweet I literally do not have words for her! The food was insane! We got the lamb as a starter and it was so good my vegetarian girlfriend had to try. We had shaking beef and red curry. Both immaculate and plated so specially. And the mango rice was awesome. Drinks were cheap , strong , and delicious. read more

The food is delicious, and the owner is the sweetest! The decor is old school 80s, but we like the throwback vibes. Our go to order is the special fried rice, panang curry (love the sauce so much I could drink it!), and the chicken pad thai (slightly sweet and a great contrast to the mild spice of the curry). Our son lives the chicken rolls, potstickers and the special fried rice. We get takeout more than we dine in person, but it tastes just as good at home. read more

Incredible family-owned local Thai restaurant! Everything here is absolutely delicious, especially the crab noodles

OMG this is great Thai food! What a hidden gem off of Ventura Boulevard. We took a chance and decided to eat here for the first time and we were beyond surprised and pleased at how excellent everything was. The food was delicious, great drinks, and the service was really wonderful thanks to Apple. If you go, make sure to order the roast duck it is by far one of the best I've ever eaten. Also the dim sum is really good as well as every dish on that menu. We cannot wait to go back and order even more food than we did this evening. Thank you for an extremely enjoyable and delicious evening read more

Talesai - Yum Yum eat them up - Thai Near Me - Studio City, California

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Went for dinner on a weeknight and the place was nearly empty with only one employee serving. The food was good but not award winning. I know that this restaurant has been around for decades but in my opinion, it is well past its prime. Would not go back. read more

This place was recommended. Also recommended to try the hidden treasure appetizer. It was divine. I would highly suggest giving this place a visit. read more

Talesai - Melon martini. This place has amazing Thai food. This was my first visit and I am hooked. Hidden treasure is the bomb - Thai Near Me - Studio City, California

I drove by Talesai on Ventura Blvd. many times and it looked closed. Well, because they keep it barely opened, so that's an issue. M-F they're opened for lunch between 11:30 am and 2:30 pm, dinner 5:30 pm - 10 pm. Opened for dinner on Saturdays only! So, yes, the schedule is kinda inflexible, parking is a pain, you can score a spot at a meter on Ventura Blvd. We had a lunch meeting here with a friend who loves the places, he's been at this location (an the one on Sunset) many times. The owners are the parents to the owner of Night + Market Song, so if you like Thai food, there are some nice choices here. Talesai has a modern decor, bit cold in my book, service was decent, we shared appetizers. The Golden Triangle are decent, the Vietnamese roll is nice and delicate, I loved the Chicken Satay, very fresh sauce, great flavor. The food is nice, flavorful, fresh. Nothing spectacular, but very light and tasty. The atmosphere is lacking, not too many customers around, so it seemed kinda dead. Plus you have to rush since they close at 2:30 pm. Would I visit again? It didn't win me over for a repeat visit! read more

Another great dinner at Talesai tonight. Every dish was A+, very high quality. Delectable potstickers, wonderful soups, and the signature shaking beef was fantastic. Our other dishes, cashew chicken and vegetable fried rice were also delectable. A full martini and cocktail menu rounded out the dinner. And our sever was lovely! read more

Thai food expertly done by a chef with an MBA. And who knows? Someone famous might show up!

Had a great dining experience here. The food was good and restaurant owner was super friendly as well.

I've always walked by here, wanted to try it, a bit discouraged since it looked really fancy from the outside (thought it was super expensive). Well today was the day I gave it a shot, ordered a lunch special item, which first brought a veggie roll appetizer, and man oh man was it delicious! Followed with a small side salad which was also great! I ordered the shrimp pad Thai, I've had my share of Thai places, this probably probably one of the, or THE best one I've had! Full of flavor and deliciousness! Definitely my go to spot for Thai in this area from now on! P.S. the price was also really good! Not bad for a very fancy looking spot in studio city read more

I've been coming to Talesai for 10+ years & every time I've visited I've never been disappointed. The food, service, & ambiance are all incredible. If you're looking to enjoy some delicious Thai food while supporting a family business, Talesai is the perfect choice! read more

I'd give Talesai 6 stars if I could. Not only do they have the most incredible food but they also have the loveliest owners! Try to eat in the restaurant if you can and enjoy the space/ambiance for yourself. read more

This is my Favorite Thai restaurant. Since I am Thai so I know which Thai restaurant serves authentic Thai food. I recommend all the menu that I took pictures. hidden treasure crab noodle super wild shrimp papaya salad drunken short rib talesai tenderloin veggie rolls bag of gold read more

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The crab noodles are delicious! This has become one of our favorite spots in the area.

Okay, for starters, I LOVE Thai food. I've been to Thailand about ten times. I eat ALL DAY, EVERY DAY :) Maybe that makes me biased, or maybe that makes me know a little something about authentic Thai food. I don't know... What I do know, is that what I had tonight was not authentic Thai food (in my opinion). Each item was rather bland, and oddly spiced -- meaning the combo of flavors was unlike anything I have tasted in Thailand. I ate: curry, larb, pad kra prow. Curry was watery and flavorless. Not spicy at all. Larb was decent for what it was, but didn't taste anything like larb. Pad kra prow tasted like Chinese stir fry. Not that there's anything wrong with that, but that's not what I want for my PKP. I get it, sometimes food is regional. Maybe they cook a certain way, for region that I'm unfamiliar with -- but if that's the case, this region lags way behind the rest of Thailand when it comes to flavor, so my review still counts! The staff we interacted with were kind, and the food came out in a reasonable time. So there's that. read more

My favorite neighbor thai restaurant!! My favorite is hidden treasure and Vietnamese roll. Green curry is so good too. I can eat everyday :) I highly recommend this place. read more

My husband and I had dinner here while waiting for our dog at the emergency vet. We had a Vietnamese spring roll, chili garlic chicken and Panang curry. All were #Delicious! We ended with a mango sticky rice dessert which did not disappoint. The service was excellent too! I would highly recommend this restaurant. read more