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Hole in the wall Thai joint that's been open for only a year. Always passed by this place and finally got the chance to give it a try. For the price, 5/5. A great all-around spot to grab a quick bite or get your Thai fixings at night. Probably not a date spot. We got the papaya salad, fresh rolls w shrimp, pad see ew w chicken, and Chicken Khao Soi. Entree winner: Chicken Khao Soi. The curry was fantastic. The type you would dip bread in. I even used it as a sauce for my pad see ew. Appetizer winner: fresh rolls. Not because of the roll itself - though it was good- but because of the peanut sauce. Spectacular. It was a thicker paste vs your typical liquidy peanut sauce. It had such a rich flavor...I'd come here just for that. Our server was Kawin. Great dude, super friendly. I would go with his recommendations! Now my go to easy Thai spot in SM. read more

Thongg Ake - 23. Pad See-Ew - Thai Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Thong Ake's Pad Thai is a must-try! The noodles are perfectly cooked slightly chewy, not soggy and the sauce has a great balance of sweet, tangy, and savory. The shrimp is fresh, and the toppings like crushed peanuts and lime really elevate the dish. Portions are generous, service is friendly, and the restaurant has a relaxed, welcoming vibe. Perfect spot for a flavorful, satisfying Thai meal. read more

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Cute little restaurant in West LA. Parking can be pretty hard to find since it's a busy area. Service was great, very friendly and restaurant was always kept clean. Seems like a small team of people working, every dish came out one by one through the restaurant. A little longer than other Thai places I've been to, but it seems like they cook yours fresh and only once it is order! I had their pad Thai and green curry. Green curry had a nice kick and spice level for a medium. Felt super light and I kept eating it. Pad Thai was great too! I definitely will be coming back again :) read more

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Thu D.

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A small joint that delivers big flavor! I came here during the week for lunch. There was only one person manning the register and serving guests, but she promptly showed us to a table and gave us menus. I ordered the shrimp pad thai, which came with four tail-on shrimps and shredded carrot, red cabbage, and bean sprouts. The noodles were perfectly chewy, and the overall flavor was delicious. Portion size was good, price was very affordable, especially for the area, and service was great to boot. I will definitely be back to try other dishes. read more

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Came here for a quick lunch today between appointments at the medical center next door, and was very impressed with the food and service! Thai iced coffee was delicious. Ordered spring rolls to start. Way too often at Thai or other southeast asian restaurants, the spring rolls are fried from frozen and the insides are way too wet and burning hot. Here, it was more like wrapper around fresh, dry veggies and deep fried to crispy perfection. Absolutely loved it! My partner ordered the Tom Kha, which was delightfully sour and a large portion. I had the shrimp pad thai, with perfectly cooked fresh shrimp, sticky noodles and great flavor. When we got some boxes for leftovers, our server included some extra dipping sauce for the spring rolls. We also saw him provide great service to other tables. The food also came out super fast and piping hot. Highly recommend and will definitely come back! read more

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Great food, service and prices. I order from them often. Check them out for lunch or dinner.

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Mayra Sarahi A.

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I ordered the shrimp Pad Thai. The food was good and fresh, but if you're looking for that classic sweet, salty, sour balance, this might not be your spot. The flavors lean on the lighter, healthier side (if that makes sense). The restaurant itself is small but the ambiance is nice. Mostly locals. Customer service was great, the server was really kind and attentive. Parking is conveniently located in the back, which is a big plus. They're open until 9PM, so it's a solid option for an early dinner. Overall, clean flavors, great service, but not your traditional Pad Thai taste. read more

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Harry C.

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7 months ago

My go to is Natalee Thai but I wanted to try something different tonight and I was Super disappointed with this place. Everything we ordered was mediocre at best, there are much better thai options in LA. Chicken satay was overcooked, no flavor. Peanut sauce and cucumber salad also both were not good. Pad thai was the 'best' dish we ordered and the shrimp was good but there were hard pieces of tofu and the thin noodles seemed a bit overcooked. Maybe it would have been good on its own.. Panang curry was awful. Chicken was decent but the sauce was way too watery and had no flavor. It looks like they used a bunch of kids veggies and tossed them in too. Egg rolls were chewy and not crispy crust like other places do. Not a ton of flavor inside either. Honestly I have no idea how this place is rated 4.3 stars and feel bad for the harsh review, but this meal was just not good at all. My wife, kids and I all hated it. read more

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Lauren N.

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I was really impressed by this place, especially for the prices! We ordered the yellow curry spicy/drunken noodles, and egg rolls. The egg rolls were a skip but the yellow curry and noodles were awesome. The portions are large, we couldn't even finish all the food. read more

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Lara P.

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I'm leaving another review because I have now picked up orders from this restaurant on multiple occasions, on different days of the week, and at different times. In each instance, they promptly prepare the order with 100% accuracy and are very friendly. Most recently, I placed an order but forgot to add rice. When we went to pick it up, we were more than happy to pay and wait for rice to accompany our order but they were so kind and gave us a free container of rice. This is customer service done right! read more

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Stephanie T.

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The real deal. Authentic Thai food. We finally found a place (on the westside) with the authentic wok-driven crisp and white pepper sprinkled on top that takes pad see ew to another level. My husband had the pad krapow lunch combo (includes rice and spring roll) and agreed that this restaurant is comparable to what you can find in Thailand. A true hidden gem. Far better than most if not all the other thai places we've been to in LA, including those in Thai town. Don't sleep on this place. **it's 1am... days after I visited and I'm still thinking about it** read more

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Sirinya M.

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The food is decent. I stick to things that are easy to do well - curry, vegetable stir-fries and soup, and try to eat in. It's exciting to now have three Asian places to eat nearby - this, Jade Rabbit and Holy Basil. read more

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Jordan M.

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Very tasty and reasonable price. Pickup was easy and I didn't even have to ask for the chili sauce. Will come back to try more menu items! read more

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matilda s.

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We went for dinner inside the restaurant. It was Great food! Fast service! And amazing prices with good serving sizes. $50 for a table of 3! Would totally recommend read more

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Daniel N.

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Served Panang curry with RAW chicken. Not even a little bit cooked. How is that possible?!

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Eric K.

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A+ pad see ewes. Real nice things they got going on in here. Definitely recommend. Good Diet Coke too. read more

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Meredith K.

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Went here Sunday night after trying to go to Jade Rabbit and learning it isn't open Sundays. Tried the pad see ew based on recommendations here, it was pretty mediocre and both my son and I had food poisoning after the meal. Also wasn't a fan that using the bathroom meant going out of the restaurant and down a dark alley to a bathroom with no security code or anything. We won't be returning. read more

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John Edward L.

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It's hard to find authentic Thai cuisine, but Thongg Ake is it! They have great food, great service and friendly staff, I will definitely be back. read more

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My goodness this portion is sad. For $17 Pad see ew I expected a bit more. Once the cashier gave me the bag I automatically knew my meal was going to be SKIMPY as it weighed very little. I've tried pad see ew all over LA county from SGV to LBC and this is the saddest portion I've ever received. The flavor saves this rating as I do think the flavor is authentic and similar to other Pad see ew's I've had in the past. I just can't get over this portion! I work at the hospital next door and was excited to try this place as it's my first time. After ordering this I'm going to stay away and pack lunches from home. Pls upgrade your portion sizes as the taste is delicious. We get times are tough but please *praying hands*, we are hungry! read more

Thongg Ake - After 3 bites (with the fork they provided), I'm close to finishing it. 23. Pad See-Ew - Thai Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Thongg Ake - Attempting to give a size reference. The whole container fits on my palm and I'm not a huge guy. 23. Pad See-Ew - Thai Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Pat D.

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Great plates of pad Thai. Probably closer to a 4.5 but the egg rolls left alittle to be desired. Really nice staff, hard to find a better price point on a Thai plate! Super convenient location if you're doing pick up, just park in the alley behind. I will 100% be coming back. read more

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Amy M.

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I really didn't think that the food was that great. We did delivery, I gave instructions that were not followed nor was I notified when the food was delivered (to the wrong door). read more

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Judy P.

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I can't get enough of the drunken noodles!! Their pad kra prow is also amazing. I've been going there for lunch a couple times a week since they opened. This location has gone through a few different owners over the years, truly hoping they stick around long term. Can't wait to try different dishes. read more

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Avi K.

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I didn't see many reviews about the dine-in experience so I wanted to add one! The food is very good and served steaming hot (which I love). They also put care into the presentation with pretty plates and gold-colored utensils. I highly recommend you give this place a try! read more

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Jenny T.

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Love this place! Actually some authentic thai food on the westside. The staff and the owner Jessica are lovely. So glad to have this weekly takeout spot. read more

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Barbara F.

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Great take-out in SaMo Good drunken noodles with plump juicy shrimp. hubby loves green curry w/shrimp & we get brown rice to go with. Leftovers for tomorrow night's dinner--but we're not very big eaters... read more

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Ilya P.

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Yuuuummm! What a gem. They recently opened shop after losing their place in the Palisades. Food was fantastic, the owner is SO sweet, and a really pleasant vibe. Do it! read more

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Joanne O.

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Ordered takeout from here a couple days ago. I got the pad thai lunch combo. Comes with a scoop of rice and one egg roll. Really delicious flavors, food came out in 15 minutes, relatively fast. The person taking my order was straight to the point and professional which was also much appreciated. I didn't finish my lunch so I had it the next day, cold, and it still tasted good. That's saying a lot in terms of the flavors. I do wish I asked for an extra lime to balance the salt, so if you order the pad thai consider asking for extra lime! If I ever forget to pack lunch, I'll be coming back here. read more

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Grace J.

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Literally 10/10 on everything! When i lived in west LA this place was my go to for thai and when i moved i was genuinely so sad to not be able to order from there anymore!!! The owner is super kind and the food is consistent every time read more

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Sheila J.

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Was referred here by a friend. It was a such a friendly staff, and the food was amazing. We have our favorite authentic Thai Food place downtown but now we have one right here in Santa Monica. Can't wait to go back and try some of the dishes. Tonight we each had the soup as it was little chilly out and that hit the spot. Everything was very fresh and hot! We will be back!!! read more

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Rohit W.

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All these 5 star reviews are over the top. Probably because of the lack of good Thai options nearby. But this is a very average option. I mean, the potatoes weren't even cooked in my yellow curry. Literally couldn't cut through them. This is a solid 3. Make the trip out to Thai Town or the valley if you want a real 5 experience. read more

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James C.

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I ordered delivery and my food came on time, piping hot, thoughtfully packaged to arrive in great condition. Everything tasted fresh and delicious, The special instructions I noted were followed exactly in relation to food spiciness level and substitutions. They included the plates, napkins and utensils I requested since we ordered from a nearby hotel. Reasonable prices and delicious food, I will be ordering again, highly recommend! read more

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Krystal V.

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Wow, so glad this place opened in our neighborhood, all of the food was delicious! We got the drunken noodles, pad Thai, yellow curry and were pleased with everything. Will definitely be back! read more

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Zoe D.

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Their curry doesn't come with rice - unbelievable - also has zero spice and frozen vegetables in it. All their food was terrible - bland fried rice, bland curry. You will regret ordering here - cannot warn you enough to try any other Thai place imaginable. read more

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Damien K.

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The food was absolutely wonderful. Authentic and flavorful. For $76, we had gotten 4 dishes and 2 Thai teas, all of which were great. The restaurant itself possesses a cozy and comforting vibe to it. The service was amazing, and was really helpful. read more

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Kit R.

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Great new Thai spot. Noticed it driving by took a chance and so glad I did. So far I have tried the Shrimp Pad Thai and Chicken Pad Thai both excellent. read more

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This replaced the Vegan restaurant that I had wanted to try before it closed and it did not disappoint. It's so delicious. Best thai food I've had in a long time. The chicken pad Thai, shrimp spring rolls and the yellow curry were phenomenal. Will be trying more items... so glad to have them within a less than half mile of walking. So good! Please don't let this place go! It's delicious! read more

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We agree with other reviewers that this place serves authentic Thai dishes. Highly recommend the green curry. Tom yum kung was tasty. Only disappointment was pad thai - too sweet for my liking. read more

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Overall this place great! Pad See Ew was delicious, sauced to perfection. It could've been a little spicier for me but I have no complaints, solid dish! The egg rolls weren't the best I've ever had but they came with 2 sauces which was a nice surprise. One was spicy af!! and the other was your regular sweet and sour. Again no complaints! Now let me tell you about the star of the show.....Thai Iced Tea. This was to die for. It came delivered tied up in a plastic bag to ensure not a single drop of this delicacy was spilled or wasted in transport. And did I mention it was ICE COLD!? You could tell me they poured this straight from the Arctic and I wouldn't bat an eye. Perfectly creamy, not too sweet, the most well balanced Thai Tea that has ever graced my taste buds. And at $4 you can't beat it. I fear I will think about going to get this tea everyday now. Overall a great Thai spot in the neighborhood. read more

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More info about Thongg Ake

2315 Santa Monica Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Directions
(424) 252-9600
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http://thonggakethaicuisine.com

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Hours

What time does Thongg Ake open?

Thongg Ake opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Thongg Ake opens at 12:00 PM on Sunday.

What time does Thongg Ake close?

Thongg Ake closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sat 11:00 AM - 9:00 PMSun 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Thongg Ake take Bitcoin?

No, Thongg Ake does not take Bitcoin.

Does Thongg Ake take credit cards?

Yes, Thongg Ake takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Thongg Ake have a drive thru?

No, Thongg Ake does not have a drive thru.

Does Thongg Ake serve alcohol?

No, Thongg Ake does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Thongg Ake have TVs?

No, Thongg Ake does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Thongg Ake have bike parking?

Yes, Thongg Ake has bike parking.

Does Thongg Ake have parking?

Yes, Thongg Ake has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is Thongg Ake wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Thongg Ake is wheelchair accessible.

Does Thongg Ake have free WiFi?

No, Thongg Ake does not have free WiFi.

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Authentic Thai Restaurant in Santa Monica. We offer dine-in, to-go, and online orders. Delivery orders can only placed on thonggakethaicuisine.com

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Jade Rabbit is a fast-casual restaurant located in Santa Monica serving Chinese American food. Yes…read moreyou can think of this place as a variation of Panda Express, but I think the food here is much better and healthier. Chef and owner Bryant Ng was formerly the opening chef at Nancy Silverton's Mozza and has been nominated for the James Beard Award multiple times including Best Chef: California in 2022 and Best Chef: West in 2017 for his formerly acclaimed restaurant Cassia in Santa Monica (now closed). [Parking]: Free 1-hour customer parking behind the restaurant. [Atmosphere]: Cute decor and the restaurant was playing funky music in the background. [Menu]: Customers build their own bowls with 2 bases (6 options), 2 vegetables (4 options), and 1 main (8 protein options or 1 vegetable instead) for $12.99. The back side of the laminated menu also lists all allergens for each item. Top Yelp highlighted items include Orange Mango Chicken (main), Chow Mein (base), Cold Noodles (base), Almond Roca Chocolate Chip, and Scallion Garlic Cheese Toast. The best-selling dish at Cassia, chickpea curry, is also available on the menu as main. *** Bowl (bases - chow mien + cold noodles, vegetables - cucumber salad + chopped kale salad, and main - charred honey chicken - $12.99): Generous portion with enough to split between lunch and dinner. I really liked the kale salad as it tasted creamy. The cold noodles were not too spicy with just a tiny hint of numbing spice. Honey chicken and chow mein were good. The order also came with green sauce and sweet & sour sauce. The green sauce was absolutely amazing (creamy and spicy) and the sweet-and-sour sauce was not as good as the green sauce but still good. *** There is no question in my mind that Jade Rabbit is one of the best Chinese American restaurants in LA and Orange County. I want to come back and try some of their other items on the menu next time I am in Santa Monica.

Jade Rabbit is excellent. The food is delicious, the rabbit character is very cute, and the price…read moreseems reasonable. I do the build your own bowl with salad mix and brown rice usually. I love the cucumber salad, pickled cabbage, and roasted sweet potatoes, but you can't go wrong with any of the veggies. I usually get a third vegetable instead of a main because I am vegetarian, but they do have a chickpea curry main that is delish! The green dressing/sauce situation is amazing - it tastes herbal and fresh. Employees are always kind as well. :)

Build your own bowl

50/50 Chicken with the smallest portions of rice and chow mein I've ever seen.

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Too adorable. Give me one of everything!

Mendocino Farms

4.2(635 reviews)

1.3 mi

Unfortunately I've moved out of LA County so the nearest Mendocino Farms is about an hour away…read morewithout traffic. Which means I've gone years without it :( I happened to be in the area so I suggested Mendocino Farms for dinner. Words can't describe how much I missed this place. I was so happy to see the offer a 1/2 sandwich and side order. It's perfect for me since I don't eat much. We both got that special. I ordered the 1/2 Chicken caprese sandwich with a small side of spicy couscous. My husband got the 1/2 farm sandwich with a small tomato soup. All of the food was perfection. I'm not a fan of lemonade. Im just not a fan of tart or sour if it isn't candy. However, I saw the guava lemonade and it was a no brainer. Another 10/10. Even my husband loved it. You taste the guava more than the lemonade. My husband ordered the Arnold Farmer and said it was just ok. We loved the patio seating. At night, it's a lovely place for a quick, quiet, bite. Highly recommend!

Great location and usually very fast delivery - high marks there…read more We've had a few issues with hair in food and today there was a bone in the Not So Fried Chicken Sandwich. Not a fun thing to bite into in a sandwich I've easily had at least 30 times. Seems like quality is slipping. Can't even connect when calling it, always get a "call cannot be transferred" message for the last few days. Hoping things turn around - we order from here all the time.