House of Thai

Thai restaurant · Lower Nob Hill

House of Thai

Thai restaurant · Lower Nob Hill

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901 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109

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Spicy Thai flavors, charred noodles, BBQ pork, huge space  

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901 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109 Get directions

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$20–30 · Menu

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901 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94109 Get directions

+1 415 441 2248
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$20–30 · Menu

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The 15 Best Thai Restaurants In San Francisco

"House of Thai in Lower Nob Hill is another casual spot focusing on moderately priced Thai curries, fried rice, salads, and noodles. But in this house, the funk and spice are dialed up for maximum flavor. You’ll see pad see ew with minced pork charred to the point of caramelization, BBQ pork tossed in a chili lime dressing so perfect we want to rename it Bring On The Funk, and a tom kha ga that’s anything but bland or overly creamy. Think of it as a jolt to your palate—even a side of peanut sauce has a rich depthness to it. The space is huge, with high walls and plenty of seating. So gather your closest friends, bask in the loud echo, and get here. " - julia chen 1, lani conway, ricky rodriguez

https://www.theinfatuation.com/san-francisco/guides/best-thai-restaurants-san-francisco
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The Union Square Lunch Guide

"House of Thai is on the edge of Union Square and the Tendernob, but the Thai food is good and cheap enough to leave the shadow of Macy’s for 45 minutes to get lunch. The fried chicken is solid, but you should get the Gang Jerd Woon-Sen soup with ground pork, tofu, and silver noodles. If you try to eat it right away though, you’ll need to buy new taste buds at Neiman’s when you head back to the middle of Union Square though." - will kamensky

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House of Thai Review - Lower Nob Hill - San Francisco - The Infatuation

"House of Thai in Lower Nob Hill is another casual spot focusing on moderately priced Thai curries, fried rice, salads, and noodles. But in this house, the funk and spice are dialed up for maximum flavor. You’ll see pad see ew with minced pork charred to the point of caramelization, BBQ pork tossed in a chili lime dressing so perfect we want to rename it Bring On The Funk, and a tom kha ga that’s anything but bland or overly creamy. Think of it as a jolt to your palate—even a side of peanut sauce has a rich depth to it. The space is huge, with high walls and plenty of seating. So gather your closest friends, bask in the loud echo, and get here. " - Lani Conway

https://www.theinfatuation.com/san-francisco/reviews/house-of-thai
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Claire Cosar

Google
A very cute and family oriented Thai spot in Sanfrans. Service is quick and very friendly. The food is exceptionally seasoned.Every dish was balanced and flavorful. The food is well portioned with reasonable prices. Some of the best Thai food I have ever had. Well worth stopping a visit.

Ja De

Google
I stopped by for Dinner, I started with basil beauty drink it’s good it’s just a little too sweet, papaya salad is good. Fresh roll is good too it could be better with less mixed greens which over power the rest of the ingredients, for the red curry is good could be better with a little bit more portion. Service was great, restaurant had good ambiance it’s clean as well. Overall I recommend this place for Thai restaurants among the Thai restaurants if you’re visiting SF.

Rob Barrish

Google
Really legit Thai food. Among the best!! Also a lot of great variety. Old standbys like Pad Kee Mao and Papaya Salad are amazing plus BBQ pork like nothing I ever had is super tasty. Love the condiments in case you want to dial up the heat even more.

Kaylaa' White

Google
I got Kao Pad w/chicken, Peak Gai Tod, Pad Woo Sen, and Thai Tea & everything was so fresh & flavorful! Customer service was great. I'm traveling & I wanted good Thai food that worked with my dietary restrictions

Divina Roberts-Azhar

Google
Ordered the pork Pad Thai and it's the best compare to ALL the Thai restaurants around here. Perfect amount of sauce (not dry unlike most), generous amount of pork and they gave us big serving for our order. This is now my new go to Thai restaurant. _________________ 10/21/2024 My grandson and I went to dine-in for brunch and they did not disappoint! We love everything that we ordered: fried egg rolls; green curry with tofu; crunchy pork belly with green beans and red bell peppers; sticky rice with coconut milk and fresh mango. The service was always with a smile! We enjoyed it.

Jaimeen Mehta

Google
The atmosphere and waiter is fantastic. Always serving with a smile. The food Pad Thai and cashew nut were very tasty. Definitely need to try if you like Thai food.

Michael Alfaro

Google
Love, love this restaurant. Our friend who is Thai recommended them to us. The food is authentic and taste delicious! Service is always friendly and they make you feel at home. We usually go with Tom Yum Soup, Pad Thai , and spring rolls. Drinks are delicious and great Sake and Soju pairings.

Wendy S

Google
We been going to this restaurant for over 10 years. Food and service has always been consistent and fast. They are very near and clean.we bring all our friends and family to eat here. Best Thai food in town!
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Larry W.

Yelp
From the minute you walk inside to your table the atmosphere is friendly with easy smiles. The waitress and waiter's arrive with positive aura, very experienced and helpful with ordering your meal. The meal presentation and taste are very authentic and delicious delight. I would be very comfortable with the House of Thai with any Business or Causal family setting.
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Brenda R.

Yelp
We had late dinner and this place was wonderful. Food was loaded, shareable, delicious in every bite and flavors was excellent. Service was great. Ambiance was well decorated capturing the culture environment, enjoyable and welcoming.
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Namratha P.

Yelp
House of Thai was a great gem to find! The food was very flavorful and the service was great! We got promptly seated and the staff was very attentive. Don't let the area deter you from going to this spot, it's definitely worth it!! We got the green curry fried rice and the pad thai and both were yum! Good portion sizes as well! Will definitely keep this on the list of good Thai spots in the city!
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Cali L.

Yelp
It's in the TL but I hope that doesn't deter people from coming here because the food is good and the people are so nice! The Tom yum soup is super flavorful and the perfect level of spice for me. The shrimp were big and fresh. Pad see ew was spot on. I loved that the noodles had a slight char on it. It's a simple dish but it had lots of flavors going on. It's really clean inside with lots of seating area. We come back every so often to grab a nice bite to eat.
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Mitchell S.

Yelp
Alright This place was downright smackin! Really tasty food and incredible service. The Tom yum soup was delicious with a large variety of protein within the soup. The service was speedy and attentive. The only catch is this place embodies what everyone hates about SF. It's located in the heart of the TL and there is human feces everywhere and homeless each direction you look. If not for the location, this place would be prime
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Manisha M.

Yelp
We were craving Thai and found this lovely place. The service was very quick, but we did pop in for lunch at 3PM. The three of us ate family style and ordered the following: - pad see ew (5/5) : this was my favorite dish and our safe option everywhere we go, I absolutely loved it - pad kee mao (3/5) : this was good not great. The medium spicy did not feel spicy at all and this pad Kee mao had almost a tomato flavor that I wasn't used to. We added some spice and it tasted good after - khao pad gang khew (4/5) : this is one I've never tried before and was pleasantly surprised! We got it with tofu and really enjoyed the flavors of the green curry paste. It was quite flavorful! Medium spicy wasn't very spicy again, but it had so much flavor that I wasn't bothered by it
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Archana S.

Yelp
Came here during pride weekend for lunch. The whole place was decorated for pride, was super cute and festive! We ordered the papaya salad which was spicy and delicious, and the vegetarian spring rolls were good too! For mains, we got the Tom kha soup, it was just okay- the broccoli wasn't fully cooked and hard to eat, soup was also not that flavorful. The green curry and pad see yew were really good!
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Lacee E.

Yelp
Fantastic Thai food and top-notch service! We ordered three classics--Pad Thai, Pad See Ew, and Khao Soi--and every dish was spot on. Flavorful, fresh, and perfectly cooked. The service was incredible--our order was taken quickly, and the food came out fast without sacrificing quality. Portions were generous--three entrees easily fed five adults. We also added a side of rice and sticky rice; the sticky rice was especially good, a great staple to round out the meal. Highly recommend if you're looking for great Thai food with efficient, friendly service.
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Becky L.

Yelp
Friendly service and pretty restaurant. Area is rough but just be smart of your surroundings. Would recommend for lunch!
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Joe R.

Yelp
Such an exceptional Thai food from hand rolls to curry and chicken , and coconut soup. I finished my meal with mango and sticky rise that had a en excellent balanced sweet flavor. The service was friendly helpful and quick! The eating area is updated and was festive for December . We sat around 8 pm as walk-in and they were able to accommodate our group of 5 at ease. There were larger groups already there and one came in after us and a cheerful setting for dining.
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Nongnapat J.

Yelp
Mr. Toon provides top-notch service with his helpful advice and genuine sincerity. Absolutely delightful!
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Sophie X.

Yelp
Food was delicious! We got the egg rolls, pad see ew and pineapple fried rice, both with chicken. Huge portion sizes. I'm very picky about my pad see ew and they nailed the flavor. Also got the lychee ice tea which was refreshing. Good ambience, plenty of seating inside.
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Norman G.

Yelp
This food was delicious! We were in the mood for Thai and all the reviews were great. We got a Waymo and headed there since we were far from it. It's full of flavor and the crispy pork was just like a dish we like in Vegas. The staff were friendly and the place was very clean. The only thing is there are a lot of homeless camps near it so if you're headed to market, you'll have to walk around it, but the restaurant is great and supposedly the camps have been removed since we've been.
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Errol R.

Yelp
I met my high school counselor in San Francisco and had lunch at House of Thai. FOOD EVERYTHING we had was DELICIOUS! We ordered Tom Ka Gai soup and combo plate appetizer. For our main course, we had white rice with an order of yellow curry with chicken and vegetables. We also ordered Shrimp Pad Thai. SERVICE The staff gave excellent customer service. They always made sure that we had water in our glasses. AMBIENCE We got there after the lunch rush, hence it was nice to be able to have a conversation without any background noise. The place was located in the lower Nob Hill / Tenderloin. It didn't bother me as I grew up in this City. But I noticed she was a bit apprehensive seeing people sat on the streets. I highly recommend this restaurant. I would come back again. Thank you!
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Khin Kaung S.

Yelp
I came around 1PM with my friend. The food was really good, but the service was disappointing. I ordered Thai coffee, but the server brought Thai tea. I told them and they fixed it, which was fine. Later, when we asked for extra napkins, the server guy kept repeating "napkin?" like 3 or 4 times, as if he didn't understand or didn't believe us. It felt weird and uncomfortable. We also noticed the staff (one guy and one girl) looking at us and gossiping quietly while laughing. It felt really disrespectful. When we asked for the bill, the server repeated the question again and again, like he was acting like it was a joke. The staff smiled, but it didn't feel like it came from the heart. It was like they smiled but didn't really care. We left feeling looked down on. I hope they improve their service, because the food is worth it, but the experience was not.
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Diane L.

Yelp
The fish cakes here are good and so is the thai tea! The pad thai is average. It needs more flavor. The tofu should be cooked longer and the chicken is dry. I would want to come back and try other items on the menu. The restaurant is clean even though it's located in not the best area of the city.
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Jae R.

Yelp
We ordered lunch while in town on business and the pad Thai and duck, which arrived quickly and were delicious. Unfortunately, one of the egg rolls had a long piece of twine inside of it. That ruined the meal for us.
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Yanli X.

Yelp
We got weekday takeout delivery from here. We ordered the Pad Thai with chicken and the Gai Tom. Ordering the Gai Tom was confusing because the dish said that it would come on ginger and garlic rice but then under the rice options the default was Jasmine. The flavor of the pad Thai was OK but the chicken was incredibly incredibly dry. Flavor of the chicken was almost nonexistent even though it was in the sauce. The chicken of the Gai Tom was also quite dry. They were also really (overly) generous with the rice (no marks off for this but maybe a note to the establishment if they see this..). The container is like 85% rice. The cucumbers were also piping hot by the time we got them which was unfortunate.
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Nishtha C.

Yelp
Great food! Quick pickup process! We have been searching for a good thai restaurant for a while and this was a perfect place! We got the red curry and pad thai and both tasted great! Warning (for next time for us) They take the spice levels seriously. We have ordered from other Thai places in the area and when we ask for spicy, it's rarely spicy but this place had my eyes watering when we decided to ask for spicy food. Will definitely dial down the request for next time.
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Ansh P.

Yelp
And back again.. this time for the Lard Na (Thai wide rice noodles with Thick gravy and Chinese broccoli) with Pork (available with other meats as well). Another 5 star item from House of Thai! You don't want to get this dish to go though! The gravy is slightly thickened with corn starch and that just needs to be eaten piping hot or the noodles will clump and congeal. What makes it a 5/5? Fresh rice noodles. Just the right mix of soy sauce, bean sauce, and whatever other magic dust they throw in. The right and light gravy consistency. And noodles that start separating as you fork through them. Wow! I could def eat it again tomorrow.

Stephanie R.

Yelp
Food was delicious and I would definitely reorder. Everything tasted great and fresh. The staff were friendly but they lacked attention. We couldn't get any napkins and it took longer for the bill to come than the food.
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Elizabeth L.

Yelp
Not located in the best neighborhood, I tried both indoor dining and delivery from here. . Larb Salad with minced pork: (1/5) Though not their fault, I think in general I don't like larb salads. Hey, you try something new and they're not all winners. It's just meat, a few slices of red onion and a few sprigs of cilantro, and that's it? . Thai tea: (4/5) Too watered down for my taste but gets the job done if you get it to satisfy a craving. . Gai Tod: (2/5) Great crispy fried chicken, but the meat is tenderized into a flat sheet. It's so dry without the sweet chili sauce, but also doesn't have strong flavors on its own. Given this place's popularity and overwhelming number of positive reviews, I admit that I might be wrong, and this review is of my personal experiences. I'd be open to coming back to try their other options if I'm ever in the area again.
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Zeke C.

Yelp
Super delicious! Great service can't wait to go back. Tom Yum noodle is my fave The pad see ew with pork soooo good
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Jim R.

Yelp
Give it a try! Clean and has a nice decor. Was greeted and sat quickly. Server was so friendly, awesome. I usually just get some kind of curry, she made a recommendation of the Ka Num Jeen it was so delicious and different from curry. The Thai iced was good as well.
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Diana D.

Yelp
This is RIDICULOUS!!! I literally paid $34 for a crab fried rice with extra crab meats. Can anyone tell me you see any crabs ? I ordered two of them....I know crabs are expensive and I don't mind to pay extra so we can get more crab meats but this is ribbing off!!!!! I always ordered a lot of foods from you guys but I am very DISAPPOINTED this time!!!!
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Jeremy N.

Yelp
Thai-riffic! 5/5 chili pods We were in the neighborhood for a play and walked here for dinner. 10/10 recommend the crispy pork belly, everything else was delicious!
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Joshua X.

Yelp
The restaurant was clean. Very good vibes from staff and the ambulance. Food tasted, smelled and looked amazing! Would could again

Rinna c.

Yelp
Pad See Ew so yummy thank you:) when I be here It feels like eating Thai originated
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Justice B.

Yelp
House of Thai me any day babyyyyyy! Do yourself a favor and read this review for the honest truth about this house (and I even have photos as proof). This restaurant is a solid option if you're in the downtown San Fran area. My coworkers and I walked in on a semi- quiet Thursday afternoon for an early dinner and was immediately seated. The service was great, the waitress memorized our orders off the head top, and the service was quick. We started with the summer spring rolls (yummy & fresh) and crispy pork bites (tasty & crunchy). For the entrees we order 2 veggie pumpkin curries (the rice unfortunately isn't included & is sold separately), sautéed shrimp, and the kao soy. The pumpkin curry wasn't as rich this time as I remembered during my first visit, but it was good enough. On the other hand, the kao soy was so tasty, and served with egg noodles which are typically gluten free. This is a solid choice for a good Thai restaurant option, so with that said, I'll for sure be back!
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Ryan S.

Yelp
Phenomenal Thai food. I absolutely love this spot. I get take out often and it's really one of the only restaurant deliveries that don't end in disappointment. They've been a Tenderloin staple for years and I hope they never change.
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Eunice Y.

Yelp
visited the restaurant in person and it was very lively. you can get free soft drink by checking in on the yelp app
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Izing I.

Yelp
Amazing food and service. Authentic taste. Must try!!! Food served fresh and quick. Never disappointed
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Kendall M.

Yelp
This place was awesome! we truly loved the food, flavor, atmosphere, and service! This place was perfect for my post-grad dinner! 5 stars! we loved it!
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James L.

Yelp
Amazing food! My gf and I went with some friends to eat dinner. We had a great meal. We def would go again.
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Teresa Z.

Yelp
Highly recommend! Service was friendly and quick. Our whole group was starving and the food was delicious! Group had the Pad Thai (mild), Red Curry, & Moo Yang
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Enasha P.

Yelp
Came by on a nice tuesday evening and it was very calm and not busy at all, we got seated right away & got to choosing what we should enjoy, it took us a second but we made some good choices. Parking wasn't too hard to find either. This will be my new go to because of how chill this place is & how efficient they are.
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Veronica C.

Yelp
The food is beautifully presented at the table. And the flavor is equally as beautiful. This feels like a hidden gem as we just stumbled upon it. The menu is extensive and we had food from all the categories. We highly recommend getting several Dishes and sharing with your friends. And they encourage sharing which is amazing!!!
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Julie H.

Yelp
I love House of Thai. Their food is 200% authentic and delicious. Their menu has so many items that you don't find in any other Thai restaurants (I dare say) in the entire United States of America. I grew up in Thailand, so I know Thai food very well. Eating here takes me home every time. OMG, every bite is so full of flavor!!! Best Thai food in town! Better than the Thai food in CA's infamous Thai Town in Hollywood, Southern CA.Tom Yum
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Troy B.

Yelp
My boyfriend and I were craving Thai one evening, so we placed an order from here, and I don't know if it's just the fact that I was so hungry or what, but it was so freakin' tasty! They have all the staples you could want. We got Pad Se-Ew, Green Curry, and Crispy Pork (Moo Grob Kana) with Rice. Every item was delicious and so well balanced. The curry definitely had a kick but was bearable. I love crispy pork, and their rendition really blew me away. Even though we ordered it for delivery, it was still so crispy and satisfying. This is going to be a hard place to pass up when I'm craving Thai food in the city.
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Jim D.

Yelp
Excellent food, excellent service, super clean bathrooms; this place is great. Well lit outside the establishment. Con: Not in the best neighborhood. Worth a try.
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Rachaya K.

Yelp
THIS IS The BESTTTTT Thai food in SF! GREAT service and wormth welcome. I LOVE moo yang
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Jesse C.

Yelp
My usual favorite Thai restaurant in the city and we always get tasty and authentic Thai food here and the servers are always attentive and friendly to us
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Anh Tuyet T.

Yelp
The best place have taste thai noodles, authentic and fresh seafood dishes. I recommendation people would have to come to taste .
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Madeline C.

Yelp
Amazing flavor but smaller portions. I think this was the first time I tried Tom yum soup and it reminds me of Chinese hot and sour soup. It also has a fishy taste that reminds me of nuoc cham in Vietnamese cuisine. The pad see ew was delicious as well and I wish I could have tried one of the rice plates and curry but my friend held me back. It was empty when we went on a Thursday for lunch so I have no idea what it would be like on a weekend.
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LilCoyote ..

Yelp
Great Thai been coming here for years. Service is quick and employees are all very kind!

Claudia C.

Yelp
I ordered take out 8/18/24. I wish I would have liked it. I eat Thai and Lao food regularly, this is not traditional. Seems more Kan Kao focused. Papaya salad lacks traditional Thai flavor. Not spicy at all even though I ordered extra spicy. The pork belly and Chinese broccoli was sitting in salty broth. The Kao Soy is a soup and had no broth, the flavor was okay. The Pad se ew & thai tea were the highlight of this dinner.
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Vince Q.

Yelp
"Rich, aromatic Thai beef soup with tender meat, fresh herbs, and bold spices--delicious!"
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Alicia D.

Yelp
Love this place! I'm from LA where we have Thai town in Hollywood, since moving to the bay area. The only authentic Thai food I have found is in the city, this place is the best out of them all. Always friendly and very good service. I highly recommend.

CL S.

Yelp
ordered soup, main dish, and appertiser. all were very bad. I can make them better at home without effort. after a few bites, i left the restaurant.