It's a spot that takes traditional Thai flavors and gives them a modern, slightly elevated twist without losing what makes the cuisine so good in the first place. The standout dish here is definitely the corn salad, it's not just tasty, it's visually striking too. Instead of mixing everything together, they slice off a whole side of the corn and lay it right on top, which makes the dish feel a bit more thoughtful and intentional. Flavor-wise, it's fresh and bright with a nice little kick of spice that sneaks up on you without being overwhelming. Getting there is pretty easy, too. It's conveniently located right by the Rockridge BART Station, or you can just hop on the 51B and ride it to the end of the line. Either way, it's a super accessible stop if you're coming from around the East Bay. read more

Amazing Thai restaurant in Oakland's Rockridge neighborhood! I'm a big fan of their sister restaurant Imm Thai, so I was really excited to try out this restaurant. This restaurant is slightly different from Imm Thai's, with a more higher end presentation, while Imm has a greater focus on street food. I decided to get their Tom Yum Omelette Rice because it looked the most enticing to me. It was delicious! I love the tom yum flavor infused in the rice and the fluffy egg on top. Do keep in mind that this is more on the spicy side (I thought it was a good spice level, but I personally enjoy spicy food). I also got to try a few of my friends' dishes including the Pad Kee Mao and the Tom Yum soup. The Pad Kee Mao is also quite spicy, but both dishes were also packed with flavor. The ambiance of the restaurant was very nice and elegant, while the service was friendly and efficient. We went at 7:00PM on a Wednesday night, and there were not that many people in the restaurant. Definitely a restaurant on my recommended list! read more

Yimm - Tom Yum Omelet Rice, Pad Kee Mao x2, Tom Yum, Pad See Ew - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

This place used to be so solid. Their prices are higher than your average Thai place, but the food quality made it worth it. I used to order probably 1x week. No longer. I had a mediocre order one Sunday evening, but I chalked it up to it being Sunday and probably the back up chef. Then I ordered again a few nights ago. Same experience. The yellow curry used to glisten and actually have great flavor. Now it's just a dark yellow overcooked mess. The papaya salad was also not great. The fish used to be crisp and flavorful, but now it's soggy. You will do better elsewhere, sad to say. RIP Yimm. read more

I had been craving thai food lately, but after going to imm thai and little plearn so many times, I wanted a bit of a change of pace. Yimm ended up being exactly that. It felt novel and a lot more relaxed. We went on a monday night, so that probably helped. The interior is beautiful, everything felt spacious with an intentional rustic feel. They also have a bar area with great decor that adds a lot to the atmosphere. Food-wise, the standout for me was the duck noodle soup. It was really flavorful, tasted sweet soy sauce-forward at first, but then the five spice and duck really come through as you're chewing on the noodles. Would have preferred the noodles to have a bit more chew, but can't really complain with this having better broth than any other duck noodle soup in berkeley that I've tried so far. We also ordered the pa-lo. had some similar sweet soy sauce notes, but what really stood out was how tender, fatty, and satisfying the pork was. It came with fried tofu and boiled eggs, and altogether it was super hearty and comforting, especially with rice. The avocado green curry was also really good. I'm someone who really appreciates lots of vegetables in curry, and this one delivered. There were plenty of veggies and a solid amount of beef. The avocado added an interesting creamy texture, especially against the crunchier vegetables and slightly firmer beef. Flavor wise the curry was rich, balanced, and the perfect level of spice! The only dish that didn't totally wow me was the pad see ew. It was still good but not particularly memorable. I still prefer the pad see ew at imm thai. This one had a good amount of pork, but I wish it had more Chinese broccoli, and the portion ran a little smaller than imm thai. Service was excellent throughout the meal. They checked on us regularly without being intrusive, refilled our water, cleared plates as we finished dishes, and even asked whether we wanted extra condiments. They had a nice selection with chili flakes and a fish sauce with chilies, plus a few other additions. We left super satisfied. The atmosphere was great, the service was fantastic, and the food was satisfying across the board. Definitely worth the trip from berkeley, especially if you want thai food in a more relaxed setting. read more

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I've been here several times and always had such trouble Le deciding what to order because the menu is spectacular. I try to switch it up so I can try different things but what I ALWAYS get here is the fish. Sweet, spicy, crispy goodness! The flavors of all the dishes are amazing. read more

Came for lunch and was delish. It wasn't busy and got seated right away. It's bright, spacious, and clean inside. Service was great and friendly. I tried the papaya salad and pa-lo. The papaya salad was great and had a nice kick of spice to it. Flavor was bright and I like that the shrimp was warm. The pa-lo had good flavor and appreciate that it came with rice. The pork belly was tender but some was almost too too fatty. The flavor of the sauce/broth was light and a bit sweet. Everything was filling and delish. read more

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Food was ok, and everything was clean. I liked that they gave us our bottle of water, and made a point to spread out the seatings so we weren't right on top of other diners. Had the omelette rice thing (which many helpers raved about) with tom yum. I asked for it mild, and it had enough spice for me, but it needed some salt. They brought me high quality soy sauce when I asked, so that helped, but service wasn't attentive at all, so I was mostly done by the time we flagged someone down. And overall the dish was underwhelming - a good portion of fresh shrimp, but the rice itself wasn't great? I'd use short grain Calrose, if it were up to me. Ambiance was quiet, but they kept staring at us like they wanted us to leave, even though the place wasn't full. Worked well for my friend, who needed vegan options, but otherwise I'm not too interested to try it again. read more

I highly recommend the tom yum omelette rice. Great flavor and great service. I would definitely come back here to try other dishes. It was also clean and spacious inside with lots of tables and a full bar. The street its on is also a nice walkable area. read more

Yimm - Avocado Green Curry - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

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birthday dinner! cuter interior than imm thai, loved the vibes. yummy pad kee mao! very flavorful, very spicy. would try more on their menu next time! read more

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We visited Yimm and tried the chicken satay, shrimp pad Thai, beef salad, and the eggplant with tofu served with riceberry rice. While the pad Thai seems to be the most popular dish from Yelp reviews, it wasn't my wife's favorite. Instead, the beef salad and the eggplant tofu with riceberry rice were the clear standouts. Both were fresh, flavorful, and beautifully balanced. The sauces across dishes really hit the mark--bright, layered, and spot on. We also enjoyed the outdoor seating, which added to the relaxed vibe. Just a tip: if you're dining around sunset, bring a hat or sunglasses, since the sun shines directly onto the patio. Overall, Yimm impressed us with bold Thai flavors and thoughtful preparation. We'd gladly return, especially for the beef salad and eggplant tofu with riceberry rice. read more

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Really great service and 10/10 mango sticky rice. Would come back just for the dessert! The spring roll was vegetarian, but good and fresh. Looks like a small business with everything tasting great! read more

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Kind of bummed about this visit as I had higher expectations coming in. Everything were ordered was on the saltier side, and unnecessarily so. The garlic pork I ordered was a bit hard to chew as well and I wasn't a big fan. Similar verdict for the mango sticky rice dessert, way too sweet with the concentrated coconut milk that it overpowers the mango's taste. Whatever they are cooking in the kitchen, they need to dial it back a notch. read more

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My friends and I wanted to try out new Thai spots and Yimm impressed us! We picked menu items we wouldn't find in our usual Thai spots.. and the Tom Yum Omelet Rice was incredibleeee (shout out to our server for recommending!). The pandan custard bread wasn't too sweet which we loved. Those 2 dishes were the standouts of our meal for me. The atmosphere is very modern and the staff is really kind! read more

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Been here many times but this was the first time I had tried the noodle soup and it was really delicious! Tom yum is my favorite Thai soup and the addition of the noodles with some veggies really made for a great combo. The service is always very quick and the servers are very nice. I love that they also have a cozy outside seating section so we can bring our dog as well. The afternoon gets a bit of sun in the front as well which is nice! Definitely worth checking out! read more

Yimm - Tom Yum Noodle Soup - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

This is the best Thai food I have had in a long time. We ordered my favorite vegetarian dishes and each one was both familiar yet elevated. For example, the green curry had avocado in it. A very cool idea and delicious. We also had fresh rolls -- excellent -- and Pad see ew with tofu that was crisp and flavorful. I was sorry to not be able to finish all the food. Portions were generous, service was great and the location is convenient. I will come back for sure. read more

Friend and I had dinner here on Monday 6/16/2025. I looked up a few Thai places on Yelp in the area and picked Yimm because it had some unique menu items. I had a Thai iced tea and pumpkin curry with tofu. Friend had the green avocado curry with chicken. Pumpkin curry was good but a bit more spicy than I'm used to. Portions were generous so both of us had leftovers. Service was friendly and efficient. However, the restaurant is very noisy. Wouldn't be opposed to coming back but if someone wanted to go but maybe would do takeout/delivery instead read more

Yimm - Thai iced tea and Pumpkin Curry Plate with tofu - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

Portions were small for the price. We ordered beef basil and the dish alone is $16 but to add protein is +$3 so it was $19 however there wasn't much beef on the plate and we left still feeling hungry (coming from a person who has a small appetite). They accidentally did serve us chicken when we ordered beef, but they kindly replaced it. The servers are very nice and patient, and the ambiance is cozy inside. I also do appreciate them still serving us even though we came in ~40 mins before closing. read more

Yimm - Pad Kee Mao - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

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This was some of the best Thai food I have ever eaten! I and out of Thailand! I will think about the omelette rice for a long time to come! Great service, too! Can't wait to return! read more

The food is amazing! Even before that, the service was great. We were coming from all over the area and they made sure there was a table for us. Also we had a couple of diners that had very specific food allergies and they accommodated us easily. And every dish (and cocktail) was delicious. The space was very comfortable and cozy on a winter evening. I absolutely recommend this place! read more

Green curry is lit. Thick, spicy and yumO!!! The sweet corn salad was very fresh, lettuce and veggies crisp. It was a bit bland, but I spiced it up with chilis. IMO the curry is a bit overpriced for the size of the dish. The rice was kind of mushy. Ample interior dining and a small amount of tables for outdoor dining. Note: Restrooms are up a few stairs, so not ADA accessible. In my first visit the staff was great, second visit I felt like I was ignored and unattended to. Overall quality of food is 5 but bc of prices and service I can only rate 4 stars. read more

Yimm - Green Curry Plate - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

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A hidden gem for really good Thai food. We loved the pad kee mao, sweet corn salad, and fried pumpkin. The food comes out quick, and the staff are super friendly. We went around weekday lunch and it was quiet enough to have conversations with friends. Would recommend coming by if you're craving Thai! read more

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This is absolutely my favorite Thai place in Oakland. Everything I've tried has been delicious and I always get the chicken wings. There's really nothing I can say to describe the deliciousness of this fried crispy wings. Overall...Great food, great service and great happy hour drinks nothing else left to say but I guess give them a try. read more

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Great food and friendly service! I came here a few months ago and ordered the tempura pumpkin appetizer and the Tom Yum Noodle Soup. Both were great, but especially the soup! What a huge and satisfying dish with lots of flavor. Ambiance is nice and chill with low lighting and tables are far enough apart from others. Definitely will visit again soon and if anything changes, I'll update my review. read more

Came here with a friend for lunch on a Wednesday -- super spacious, and there were around 4 other parties. There were two single-stall bathrooms, and the one I used was clean. I ordered a Basil Rice Plate with Pork, which I thought was pretty good. However, it definitely was on the saltier side and not that spicy. My friend and I later ordered Thai Teas after seeing other customers order it -- it was super rich and creamy, though definitely quite sweet. The waiter was friendly and attentive, and split our check without us having to ask. The restaurant is located on a strip of College Ave with lots of cute stores to check out after or before your meal too. Would definitely return! read more

Ordered two chicken pad thai today, it was my first visit here. It was tasty however they REALLY stubbed us on the chicken. Super small pieces with only 3 actual pieces of chicken in each. Spent almost $40 bucks for mainly noodles. read more

Yimm has a very modern ambiance. We tried a variety of dishes: Tom Yum Omelet Rice: Shrimps where delicious as was the sauce, it was a lot of omelet but that is on us as that should have been evident from the name. Pad Kee Mao, was spot on, with a light kick, would definitely order again. Basil Rice Plate - Very fresh and also had a kick, could have used a bit more rice, but flavor was kicking. Mee Cook, had a nice flavor but nothing I would write home about. All solid dishes paired with a fun modern look makes this a great choice for a night out or date. read more

The food is really good, service is good, and the place is really nice. I recommend the fried pumpkin appetizer and pork belly soup. I think it is called Pa Lo. Thai tea is good too. Also the fried egg topping is cooked perfectly in my opinion, runny like a benedict. I know some people like their eggs fully cooked or hard boiled but I prefer over easy, poached, soft boiled, or otherwise undercooked/runny read more

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Spacious with nice decor, lots of plants. The lychee cocktail (the "Bikini") was good, but the food was spicy for our group of lightweights! (Would have appreciated if the server could have warned us or asked for our desired level of spice!) Nevertheless, the food was tasty, the service was good, there was a lot of street parking nearby (and can park at Rockridge BART parking lot after hours), and the bathrooms were large and clean. It was quite noisy, as there was a large group seated near us on Friday night, so take that into consideration if your party has hearing issues. My friend has gone during the day and it was much more tranquil, so consider going at off hours as well. We were happy that they didn't rush us out, allowing our group ample time to catch up with each other, so I would go again! read more

Yimm - Green curry and the Bikini (lychee cocktail) - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

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after all these yrs of the Berkeley Thai scene, I would ultimately choose yimm to take any new friend in town to. Food, vibes, service, and location are all solid. Highly recommend the fried pumpkin appetizer -- this thing is so freaking crispy and yummy with a one of a kind dipping sauce on the side. Pad se ew is the best one I've had ever, and the huge plate of fried rice does not compromise quality over quantity. The pork belly plate is good but kinda salty so be warned. They have a bunch of spices and sauces to pair with ur food, and the PLATES are so cute. This is a sister restaurant of imm in downtown Berkeley, but I'd recommend yimm over imm any day with how quaint and nice this restaurant is read more

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Yimm is my favorite Thai place in the Berkeley area! The ambiance inside the restaurant is beautiful, well decorated, and never too busy. I usually come for lunch or early dinner and I've never had to wait for a table. This time I came with a group of 6, the service was very accommodating and quick. I got the avocado green curry and it was delicious and the perfect amount of spice for me! All of my friends also enjoyed their food. Thank you Yimm for such a great experience as always! read more

Yimm - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

This place was so yummy....... or should I say YIMMY!!!!!!!! The ambience was great, super warm inside, great big windows and lots of people. Service was excellent, food was even better. Duck soup. Green curry. Pad Thai. Crispy rolls x2. Fried rice. Tom yum. Papaya salad. We are stuffed! read more

Yimm - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

Such a cute restaurant with great food! Yimm is the sister restaurant to popular restaurant Imm Thai in downtown Berkeley. Dare I say Yimm is better. The inside is a very home-y, large open space. They had a variety of dishes with a variety of spice levels as well. I got the Pad Kee Mao and it definitely had a kick to it, but the spice level was definitely tolerable. All their food was cooked to perfection with just the right amount of seasoning and spice. Yimm is the perfect place to go whether for a celebratory occasion or just for a fun dinner out with friends! read more

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Monday, December 2nd, 2024 19:00 Fried Pumpkin ($10.00): fried batter kabocha, sweet and sour sauce, peanuts - loved the thick chunks of pumpkin, which were super crispy outside and tender inside Tom Yum Omelet Rice ($19.00): rice, omelet, oyster mushrooms, shrimp, tom yum sauce - huge portion with lots of shrimps and rice - tom yum's bright flavors worked really well with omelet rice - rice did not have the best texture Pad Thai (Fried Tofu) ($16.00): rice noodles, veggies, peanuts, fried tofu - huge portion, very solid pad Thai Peanut Sauce ($4.00): - delicious to go with the pumpkin, pad Thai, or anything else Service: - staff was friendly Ambiance: - cozy and spacious interior with plenty of seating read more

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It's a newly added Thai restaurant to collection of college ave. Only indoor seating with OK atmosphere. Service and waiters are relatively responsive. There is full bar with kinda spicy drinks! I understand food flavor is tasty and subjective. Not so oily appreciated, however despite hot foods marked based on level of hotness, we group of four Thai-food lovers couldn't finish our meals due to very spicy hot taste. Sometimes so hot that no other taste could be felt! Not sure of the authenticity tbh to compare with other Thai foods or restaurants tried before. Anyways note that if you have some hesitancy on spicy foods. Try sticky rice and mango for sure to wash down all the spices Street Parking is doable. read more

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Cute, bright spot for a quick and flavorful dinner. This place came highly recommended and it didn't disappoint. The food was great and came out quickly -- it was perfect, as we were getting close to our showtime at the Berkeley Playhouse. I had the praram plate, a delicious peanut-curry-chicken dish (and the closest thing I've found to Massaman curry here in the Bay!). Would highly recommend. The cocktails were bright and fruity, really tasty! read more

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Really solid Thai spot, but what keeps me going back is the duck noodle soup! The right amount of saltiness and sweetness, the duck is rendered to perfection with egg noodles. Yum! read more

I came on Saturday for lunch and it was very easy to get a table for 3. We ordered the Kua gai, tom yum omelet rice and tom kha. This was the perfect amount of food for 3 girls. The Tom yum omelet rice was my favorite! I've never had anything like this. The sauce was surprisingly spicy and really tied the whole dish together. Kua gai was also good but I would try their other noodle dishes next time. The tom kha was good but the portion is really small. read more

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Good Thai restaurant located in the rock ridge neighborhood of Oakland. A few friends had recommended this place to me, I wasn't sure exactly what to expect, but overall I felt this was a decent thai place with decent food and great pricing. The ambiance was nice and the service friendly. In addition the the green papaya salad, we ordered a few items off the "home cooking" section; the avocado green curry and the pa-lo. I felt that all the dishes were standard; certainly nothing was bad but I wasn't overwhelmed by anything either. I think I left ultimately happy simply for the fact that all dishes were good and extremely reasonably priced -- having left this place and feeling like going out to dinner didn't break the bank (which is becoming a standard experience in the bay area). I would definitely recommend this place for some good thai food at reasonable prices. read more

Yimm was cute local Thai spot with fun menu choices. I always look for duck noodle soup when I go for Thai, and this is one of the few spots that offered it. I thought the pad see ew portion was small and the sauce was on the sweeter side. The duck tasted a bit dry, but still full of flavor in the broth as well. Overall, parking is pretty easy along the street and it is convenient and cute to dine here! read more

Yimm - Pad see ew - Thai Near Me - Oakland, California

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Had take out this time and provided specific instructions on how to separate the sauce so that toddler can have the dishes without any spicy sauce (spicy tangy house sauce for fish, or the peanut sauce for praram). They followed it exactly as requested. Thank you! Everything was delicious. Since the fish didn't have sauce on it, it allowed us to also heat it up so it's crispy before we ate it with sauce and toddler can have it without sauce. read more

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