Absolutely obsessed with White Springs Cafe in Arcadia. Their vegan food is next-level, creative, comforting, and genuinely some of the best I've ever had. You can feel how much care goes into everything, from the beautiful presentation to the hand-drawn flowers on the takeout boxes, which are such a sweet, thoughtful touch. And the staff are SO NICE. They are welcoming, kind, and clearly passionate about what they do. It's one of those places where the experience is just as good as the food, and that's saying a lot because the food is outstanding. If you're vegan, vegetarian, or just love incredible food made with intention, this place is a must. Highly recommend. read more

5/5, always a hit and never misses! I'm not sure what took me so long to write a review for White Springs, given I've dined here at least a dozen times over the years. Ever since it opened, White Springs has become a neighborhood staple, with many being regulars that stop by frequently. The food: My favorite menu item is the Tom Yum Noodle Soup where I substitute the vegan shrimp balls for tofu instead, at an extra mild spice level. It's my comfort food, for when days feel extra rough and I want a noodle soup that feels like a warm hug. My favorite appetizers are definitely the Chicken Satay (the texture is fantastic) and Spring Rolls. Over the years, I've also been able to try some of their curries, Roti, Pad Thai, Pad See Ew, Orange Chicken, among others. But the Tom Yum Noodle Soup is definitely my go to menu item that I'll consistently crave. Everything is always cooked with such care and is super flavorful, but still feels light and not overwhelmingly greasy. Everything else: Service is kind and I've always felt more than welcomed. During their busy hours, there might be a little of a wait, so I would advise some patience as everything is made fresh. They mostly do to go orders, so do not be deceived if there's no other folks dining with you! At this point in time, they do not have indoor dining, and have a couple tables set up outside, so it might not be suitable for a huge dinner party, if you do not provide them ample notice. Parking is plentiful on the street or behind the storefront in the lot behind. read more

White Springs Cafe - (V) Tom Yum Noodle Soup - Thai Near Me - Arcadia, California

I've been here a few times and at one time I wished they closed later.... I come here because it is basically Vegan/Vegetarian and it is pretty good. They don't have any seating indoors and I forgot to see but they used to have 2 small tables outside but everything is served in to go containers. The owner is nice and friendly and as mentioned it's pretty good food.... I ordered to pickup at 4:45PM but stupid me.....didn't look that they now close at 7PM!!!!!!!! They also remodeled more of the inside so basically it is just a front counter area now.... I basically got the Stir Fried Mixed Vegetables....I don't often like to eat the Vegan Beefs, Chik'n, etc....I like something a bit more natural most times.... Fresh and good I'll be back as I've been coming here just before and after the pandemic when I hangout in the area.... read more

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This is a Thai vegetarian place that focuses on take out orders. They have seating out in front if you do decide to dine there. I came to this place on a whim without doing any research today because I wanted something vegetarian and healthy. I ordered the stir fry eggplants dish and I was honestly shocked at how good it was. It has an incredible flavor of basil, garlic and spices. Portion may look small to some people but for me it's honestly enough. The flavor was amazing and definitely something I'm going to order again. Highly recommend this place read more

White Springs Cafe - Thai Near Me - Arcadia, California

So happy that they have extended their hours to 7pm ! I went as much as I could for dinner during their 5:30pm closing times but now it's even better! read more

White Springs Cafe - Yellow curry with roti! - Thai Near Me - Arcadia, California

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It is wonderful to have a delicious vegetarian restaurant right in Arcadia! I finally got to try WSC after driving by several times, mind you, they are only open for 8 hours, up till 7pm. I got to try their veggy dynamite chicken, veggy beef, and egg fried rice. The taste was what I expected from a vegan restaurant, but the quality of the food is clean. Their packaging is also beautifully prepared; it comes with a carrot flower! It is a small business, so please be patient waiting for your order-to-go. The owner was nice enough to offer ginger water while we waited. Online ordering is available from their website, and they added new dishes to the menu as of late. Parking is available in the back. Would definitely come back to try their other dishes in the near future! read more

In my nearly 50 years on this earth and almost 30 years of dining out, this was the first time I've ever been banned from a restaurant. I've been a vegetarian for over 20 years and make a point to support vegetarian restaurants. Of all places, I'd expect a vegetarian restaurant to treat me with at least basic respect--just as I show them. I never expected a situation to escalate like this, but it turned hostile quickly. Wow. I always tip well--at least $5 minimum--because I was a server for two years. I know what it's like to rely on tips to survive. But this place? They called the cops on me. May 10, 2025. Saturday. It was 100 degrees outside. I ordered nearly $40 worth of food after tax: Tom Yum noodles ($19--wow) and a chicken skewer ($15). You be the judge. I asked for a glass of water and sat outside. Three minutes passed--no water. I walked back inside, then returned outside. A few more minutes went by, so I went in and got my own water. After another five minutes, I went back in, just looking around. I was bored and thinking maybe I'd check out the menu again. Then I walked back outside. After another five minutes, I came back in and spoke to a staff member--very friendly and cheerful. I told her, "I'm not pushy, take your time." Then a small Asian woman popped her head out, looked at me, and asked, "What?" I could immediately feel the tension and attitude from her. I repeated calmly, "I'm not pushy, take your time." She said something like, "You wait outside. Sit outside. Don't come back in." I felt disrespected, but I walked out. I considered canceling the order right then--but decided to let it slide. A few minutes later, my Tom Kha soup was ready. I went back in and spoke to the same staff member, telling her that the owner had been disrespectful. Me: "I don't like the attitude she gave me." Owner: "I don't need your money. You're banned. I don't need your attitude. " (She then told the staff to call the cops and issue a refund.) Me: "What attitude? I've been coming here for years. What did I do? I am a paying customer" Owner: "You're in my restaurant. You broke my rules." Me: "What rules did I break?" Owner: "You're on camera. Leave. I'm calling the cops now." The owner, an older Asian woman I'd never seen before, was aggressive and full of attitude. Was she being racist? I'm an Asian male--and unfortunately, some Asian women are racist toward Asian men. Even the water felt unequal. I got a tiny to-go container, while the two white guys who walked in around the same time got larger containers. Earlier, I had poked around the restaurant looking for someone to ask for water again and got ignored, so I walked out. It was shocking. I've been coming here for 2-3 years. They were always nice. I thought the owner was a young Asian woman--not this rude, older lady. This was my first time ever seeing her. And it's not the first time they've banned customers, apparently. Why not ban white guys too? You wouldn't dare. Cowards. Racists. Go to Noodle World in Alhambra. Food comes out in 5 minutes. No attitudes from the restaurant. You can substitute tofu for meat. I have been getting Chicken Tom Kah noodle soup with tofu and no chicken. Price is much cheaper also. read more

Love this place! Good portion sizes and food that taste like grandma cooked it at home. Meaning authentic. Fresh. Super duper nice staff. So accommodating. read more

To say I'm just disappointed and sad would be an understatement. Our family has been banned from eating and ordering from them. We have absolutely no idea why and when my sister tried to ask them (even crying because she was already having a bad day), they refused to answer us. Their only reply was that we should know why...if we knew, we wouldn't be asking. We've been eating from them for over 2 years, as shown by my previous review for them. I've even recommended their place to anyone I can and we've ordered trays of food from them for a party. I understand that they're not obligated to tell us a reason and they can choose who to not serve but this was really sad because we LOVED their food. We turned into regulars since I introduced my family to this place. We loved them as well and always thought they were kind people and we've NEVER made trouble at their eatery. We've always tried to be respectful and patient. Their food has always been good to me but I guess we can never eat from them again... read more

White Springs Cafe - Orange Tofu Mushroom - Thai Near Me - Arcadia, California

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The best kept secret in town! Delicious pad Thai and stir fry eggplant served with purple rice. Huge portions and most of all, all the ladies at the restaurant were so super nice, they took the time to write out encouraging words on the serving boxes and it just made something ordinary like picking up a take-out order, extraordinary. The food is great and the people there are fantastic! I will return! read more

Best Thai in the area! This family-run hidden gem serves incredible food. the dumplings, spring rolls, orange chicken, and drunken noodles were all fresh, flavorful, and came out fast. They even give me complimentary iced tea, and Karen is so kind and welcoming. Can't recommend it enough! Wish I had discovered it sooner. read more

Very tasty food and friendly service. It's a little on the expensive side, but it is a mom and pop shop and I want to support small businesses. read more

Wow! Everyone here is so nice and kind. The space is small but the food is so delicious! I also love that they are plant-based. It's hard to find authentic vegetarian Thai food in the area that is so extensive and I'll definitely be back. Their pad see ew is delicious and the veggies are fresh. Dishes are thoughtfully created which is also a plus. read more

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Little Thai vegetarian cafe on 1st Street...a little hard to find, but turn into the alley right before the restaurant and you'll have plenty of parking to choose from. If you choose to dine in, there is no indoor seating, there are only 2 small tables to eat at out on the sidewalk, so I think most of their business is take out. The lady working at the counter was super nice and was super quick to make sure I had a clean spot to sit at. They have a huge menu for such a small place. For protein, they offer tofu, egg, veggie chicken/beef, and vegan chicken/fish/salmon/shrimp. I'm not vegan or vegetarian, but everything looked delicious to me! They even have fusion burgers like the Larb burger. I tried the Yellow Curry lunch special and it was bomb! It came with soup of the day and a drink, so I opted for the Thai Iced Tea (also vegan). Prices are pretty fair for what you get. I left the cafe super stuffed...!! They also do party trays for those who need catering! read more

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I can't say enough about how amazing the folks at white springs are! The food is delicious, made fresh and are all healthy ingredients. Whenever I get the oppurtunity to order from White springs, my day gets 10x better. You can tell everyone that works there is passionate about what they do, since they do it so well! read more

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The food was worth the wait. The staff was both friendly and accommodating and even brought us out a free appetizer due to the wait. They added a bar chairs to the counter area to create a new table for us to speed up process. Each meal served was incredibly flavorful and beautifully present (see the tomato flower?!). I'd definitely come back to this restaurant! read more

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Such a hole-in-the-wall spot here in Arcadia for Thai vegetarian/vegan options! I saw all the good reviews for this place and had to come check it out. Even as someone with no dietary restrictions, I really enjoyed my lunch here! We parked right outside with free street parking although there are also some parking lots around. The inside is fairly small with a couple of seating options and then a couple of outside tables as well, but when we went for lunch, there was only one other party. The worker there was so nice and helpful with recommendations. And the food, clearly it's made with thought and care. I loved the rice they used for the fried rice! Flavor profile was also on point but watch out for the spice! I think the lowest spicy level was enough for me in the mushroom curry. Anyway would highly recommend checking this place out if you are in the area! read more

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White Springs Cafe is a must try for Thai food lovers who want to eat vegetarian/vegan. I was recommended this place a few years back from my friend. After many long years, I finally decided to try it out since I was passing the area. I ordered the Pad See Ew with soy chicken and it was pretty delicious! As someone that loves their veggies, I thoroughly enjoyed the dish. The restaurant itself is pretty small with only a few tables, and counter space for dining. The service was really friendly, as the employee at the counter greeted me, and provided a pleasant experience. I will definitely be back to try their other dishes! read more

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Literally the warmest, kindest service I have EVER had. Unreal. And the food is soooo fresh and delicious. And we are serious food snobs, so we mean it. Plus, they were incredibly accommodating to our food preferences and allergies. And omg the roti curry appetizer is one of the best things I have ever eaten. Off the hook!! Come here immediately and feel the love! read more

White Springs Cafe - Fresh spring rolls with peanut sauce, so fresh and yummy! - Thai Near Me - Arcadia, California

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I met an old friend here for dinner. While neither of us are vegetarian or vegan, we didn't miss the animal products at all. Everything was fresh and delicious. Drinks: Fresh ginger iced tea. Starters: Tofu stew and steamed vegetable dumplings. Main: Vegan beef and broccoli and tofu bamboo curry, both served with a mixed brown rice blend. Dessert: Fresh mango with sticky rice. Did I already say how fresh and delicious everything is? The owner and her team are all very nice, and everything on the menu can be made more or less spicy. This is the perfect place for an al fresco or takeout meal. read more

Delicious vegetarian food. Good service, very nice customer service. Very pleasant personnel. Only thing is it's just for pickup, no dine-in at all, but still worth ordering their delicious foods. read more

This vegan/vegetarian Thai food place is so lovely. The server is incredibly sweet and attentive - she took her time to explain the menu offerings, and came by to check on us afterwards. Today they had complimentary Hot Ginger Tea which was nice, light and unsweetened (good for digestion). The dishes we ordered were so delicious! We tried the Pad Kee Mao (Drunken Stir fry over rice) and Pad Woon Sen (Stir fry Glass Noodles). We opted in for egg so it wasn't vegan but still vegetarian as the protein options were either tofu or soy chicken. Both dishes were quite flavorful and yummy. The Pad Kee Mao spice level can be adjusted 1-5 but the spice level goes up fast, so the server suggested that I start with mild and she gave me spice on the side to adjust to my liking. We got the lunch special (only 15 bucks!) which comes with a small bowl of their daily special soup and your choice of a small Thai Iced Tea or Thai Iced Coffee. Today the soup was vegan creamy broccoli which was yummy. The Thai Iced Tea tasted flavorful yet still light, which was very pleasant. There are two small outdoor tables for two, one indoor table and a few bar seats available. Most people ordered to-go. Covid friendly - Yes seats spaced out and staff wears masks Parking - Free, two lots for public parking in the back Credit Card Accepted - yes read more

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I'm not vegan, but the food is so delicious that we order it every week! My husband is vegan and enjoys so many of the dishes as well. The staff are all extremely friendly and the pricing is reasonable. Some of our faves : Red Curry Drumsticks Glass noodles Roti with curry Thai iced tea Everything is 10 out of 10. There have been times where we weren't feeling so good and they would give us complementary tea, ginger, lemon, etc. They serve with love! I'm so happy to have such an amazing vegan spot just around the corner from our house. read more

I read the owners story on the company website and it's very inspiring. I like to support places that are community focused and have a great energy. It's take out only unfortunately. I would have enjoyed to be able to eat inside.I got the Pad Kee Mao extra spicy and added Soy Chikun and my wife got the Chow mein with Tofu. I can handle heat and most places say it's very hot so I always ask for the spiciest level. Their spice level is 1-5. If you like Spice go for the 5 level! It was hot but didn't get in the way of the flavor. It lit me up just right. My wife really enjoyed her Chow Mein. The Thai flavors were authentic while not being too oily. I look forward to returning and trying some more options! read more

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I usually don't finish my lunch hour with an immediate review, but I gotta give 'White Springs Cafe,' Thumbs Up!!!! I've been craving 'Pad See Ew' dishes for awhile for some odd reason. This is some 'Pad See Ew.' Not only do they know how to present the dish with colorful veggies, but also, they provided some House Special Hot Sauce....That was some Hot Sauce. I've found another winner here now. Just like other Thai restaurants around town, this was a huge plate I can't finish in one meal, so I now do have my Left Overs for dinner tonite. Since I saw a bit of a rave about this Thai Cafe, I added a second item to my order~Vegan Thai Iced Tea. These two items make a great lunch combo. My 'Pad See Ew,' came with many pieces of freshly cooked broccolis, grilled chicken and scrambled eggs. Can't beat that! Customer service was topnotch and cashier made sure I had everything in my take out bag before I took off!!!! Well, you did it today, 'White Springs Cafe,' of Arcadia, CA., you had me at hello!!!! read more

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A family Thai restaurant offering vegetarian/vegan options. Lunch special is offered at a great price point for the work week. There is street parking and a parking lot on the backside of the restaurant. My favorites are the chicken skewers and pad see ew. Lately, I've been getting the boat noodle. Be sure to squueze some lime juice to complete the taste! read more

White Springs Cafe, a small hidden Thai vegan & vegetarian cafe in downtown Arcadia. There is so much variety is on the menu. From traditional Thai food like noodles, stir fry and soups, to burgers and sandwiches. And so many options to order your food. As in combos, bento boxes, daily specials or a la carte. Karen who took my order was very nice and helpful. She told me that anything on the menu that is vegetarian, can be made vegan. Really cool vegans can enjoy everything too! I ordered the lunch combo for $15. It came with Iced Thai Tea, a cup of Vegetable soup and I chose Orange Chicken for my entree. The Iced Thai tea tasted like iced chocolate and lightly sweetened. The Vegetable soup, had tofu, mushrooms, carrots and broccoli, freshly made. And the Orange Chicken was crunchy, with a sweet orange flavor. The staff is warm and welcoming. Many options to choose from. Anything can me be made vegan. A wonderful place to try! read more

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Excellent food and wonderful service! My favorite place around!! Each item is cooked with care and everything I try is wonderful! I highly recommend this little place. read more

Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 My vegetarian friend introduced me to this place and I was blown away. I'm always hesitant going to vegetarian/vegan food because I love meat based dishes. BUT I ordered the pad see ew and I didn't feel for a second that I was missing out. The sauce was incredibly flavorful and the soy chicken was a great protein. Price is also incredibly reasonable. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend this place to anybody who likes thai food and wants some high quality takeout. read more

White Springs Cafe - Pad See Ew - Thai Near Me - Arcadia, California

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The food was absolutely delicious. This was our first time but definitely not our last. Everything was made fresh and while it was being cooked, the scents were intoxicating. The service was phenomenal and we felt so spoiled. Definitely worth multiple visits. Paul and Mary appreciate you all!! read more

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Quality ingredients, thoughtful staff, excellent customer service, reasonably priced dishes, tasty and comforting food, huge selection and variety. Check them out & support local businesses! We ordered: $9.95 Grilled chicken satay (appetizer) $9.95 Shrimp fresh rolls (appetizer) $15.00 Lunch combo: Pad Kra Pao, daily house veggie soup, rice, and Thai tea $8.95 Veggie Lovers: stir fry broccoli with garlic & mushroom sauce, $2.00 soy chicken, $3.00 side of rice $3.00 Iced ginger tea (complementary on the house since I wasn't sure if I'd like it. Delicious and refreshing! Would order again) read more

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The service was 10/10 I'm not vegan or vegetarian but this food was AMAZING must try don't sleep on them. My 1st ever vegan meal n it was delicious read more

White Springs Cafe - Pad See Ew w/ soy chicken - Thai Near Me - Arcadia, California

The store is off 1st Ave. There is street parking in front. They have 2 tables and chairs set up outside the restaurant if you prefer dining outside. We ordered pad see ew with soy chicken and tom yum mushroom soup. I love meat and was reluctant to try this place but the husband insisted to try something healthy. I was pleasantly surprised. It tasted great. They also give you brown rice instead of white rice. The only drawback I would say is the cost. It does cost fairly more than other places but as a healthy alternative I would return. Staff was also really nice. Great service. read more

White Springs Cafe - Pad see ew with soy chicken - Thai Near Me - Arcadia, California

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We decided to try this place because of the lovely community on Yelp! I have also never been to a vegetarian Thai fusion restaurant so I was intrigued! It was really easy to order over the phone and we were really excited about the $9.95 entrees happy hour from 3pm to 6pm on Tuesdays (such a great deal!) Food was packaged really nicely in their "White Springs Cafe" bag and the people working at the restaurant were really kind. We ordered the Tofu Larb, Glass Noodle Salad, Orange Tofu Mushroom, Pad Kra Pao, Pad See Ew, Tofu Stew, Veggie Cakes, and Fresh Rolls (talk about a full meal!). The servings weren't that big but for a family of four, the food was definitely enough to last us two meals. For added "healthiness" the rice at the side was brown rice. I personally really loved the Tofu Stew. It was on the sweeter side but I thought it was really unique and the tofu and daikon were rich with flavor. The orange tofu mushroom was also a close second--I didn't mix it up with Panda's orange flavored chicken :') but it was absolutely delicious especially with just a tiny bit of hot sauce on the side. Of course I inhaled the fresh rolls and didn't feel guilty about it at all because they were fresh and full of veggies!! Overall, I thought the food was pretty average but I loved that everything tasted really healthy. I definitely didn't feel disgustingly full after and in trying to become vegetarian, this restaurant definitely helps out. In terms of packaging, the bags were paper and to-go containers are either plastic or paper so no styrofoam which is a big plus for me! Also we didn't ask for any plastic utensils so, again, less waste. I definitely will be back to check out some other entrees! read more

White Springs Cafe - Thai Near Me - Arcadia, California

Delicious vegetarian food, clean and excellent service. The pretty lady (restaurant manager) was sweet, kind and attentive. Free street parking right outside the restaurant. Highly recommend! read more

If you enjoy vegetarian or vegan dining and like Thai food, White Springs Café is a must try place. The space is tiny, a counter and one table inside, two tables on the sidewalk. The food is DELICIOUS! I'm not sure I identified my dish correctly, so don't rely on my picture. The staff here are extraordinarily kind and service-oriented, Another customer, a regular, offered to buy us an appetizer! We accepted, and were amazed by the roti with green curry sauce. Truly, they should sell it in bulk. This spot is a little gem. Try it. I'll bet you will not be disappointed. read more

White Springs Cafe - Pad Kra Pao - Thai Near Me - Arcadia, California

My favorite place hands down Yum. Everything is delicious and carefully prepared. And the staff are wonderful. read more

It was the first time and I came here with a friend. The seating was limited but it was just the two of us. I was greeted by one of the ladies and she told us we could sit at the bar. The service was wonderful and they were very friendly. We had their "Chicken" Pad Thai, Egg Rolls, Tofu, and eggplant. Everything was delicious!! My favorite was the eggplant. I like my food spicy and they offer the perfect spice for me. I will be back. read more

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Happy to have stumbled upon this place! The food was fresh and flavorful, and the veggies were cooked perfectly. Will definitely come back!

Omg how did I not know this place existed?! The staff was incredibly nice, the food is predominately vegan with a couple vegetarian dishes, the prices are reasonable, and the food I tried was so good! There is VERY limited seating inside - with a few tables outside too. Parking is street parking or there is a lot behind the businesses on that block. Overall, I had a pleasant experience. Got the lunch combo which included an entree, soup or salad, and a Thai iced tea or Thai coffee. I got the orange tofu mushroom, salad and Thai coffee. Delicious! And presented so nicely. I mean, look at how pretty the rice is! I'll definitely be back to try something new. read more

White Springs Cafe - Orange Tofu Mushroom - Thai Near Me - Arcadia, California