"Before the Sunset Strip became a place where people drank $20 vodka sodas and Instagram Storied next to rooftop pools they’re never getting into, it was the best place to see live music in the country. While those days are long gone, the great music venues still exist and no matter which one you’re heading to, make sure to start your night at Night Market beforehand. The LA Thai staple doesn’t just have some of the best food in the city, it’s also an excellent place to get a little rowdy. Prices are affordable, the atmosphere is very casual, and they have lots of great things to drink." - amy clark, brant cox
"In 2010, Kris Yenbamroong opened up the original Night + Market next door to his parent’s restaurant, Talesai, and gifted the Sunset Strip one thing it never really had: a casual place where you actually want to hang out. Fast forward to today, and this massively popular Thai restaurant has locations in Silver Lake, Venice, and Las Vegas. Despite its immense growth, Night + Market’s formula remains the same—great food, great wine, and a fun space that always feels like a party." - brant cox
"Whenever we’re serious about having a fun night, and want to feel like Usher must have felt in Hustlers when he strolls into the strip club to his own song , we head to Night + Market. Sure, the mega-popular Thai restaurant has other outposts, but their Weho location is the only one with a spacious, tree-covered back patio. It’s the perfect place to eat crispy rice salads, drink ancestral wines from Spain, and discuss in earnest with your best friend whether or not you got hotter during quarantine (spoiler alert: of course you did)." - kat hong
"In 2010, an LA kid opened a nondescript restaurant next to his parents’ Thai spot on Sunset, and completely changed how people eat and drink on The Strip. One of the best restaurants in the entire city, Night + Market is casual, shockingly easy to get into, and has an open dining room that turns into a full-on party most nights of the week. The food is spicy, but there’s an extensive wine list and cocktails to help cool things down." - brant cox
"Good news for anyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or your boyfriend’s dog turning seven (congrats, Gabby) - Night + Market’s West Hollywood location has reopened for dine-in services. They’ve been closed for the past 13 months, so if you’ve missed their excellent Thai food (and want to eat it on one of the best patios in town), head to their website to make a reservation." - kat hong