Nestled quietly in Thai Town, Pailin is your go-to for superbly rich khao soi and other delightful Northern Thai specialties, all served in a cozy, unpretentious setting.
"Khao Soi You could drive past this tiny Thai Town spot 100 times and not notice it, but don’t let that happen - they serve a khao soi we’d rank among the most essential dishes in the city. What makes Pailin’s version so good is the unabashed brightness of the broth itself. It’s buttery and sweet, with huge punches of citrus even before you squeeze the lime over it." - the infatuation los angeles crew
"When it comes to Thai Town, you pretty much have your pick of comfort food spots. But our choice is Pailin. The tiny space doesn’t have anywhere near the foot traffic of some of the more well-known spots in the neighborhood, and that’s ideal when you want to sit in silence by yourself and stare at a wall. Their sweet and buttery khao soi will cheer you up after any kind of crisis." - brant cox
"You could probably drive past this tiny spot in Thai Town 100 times and miss it, but if you did, it would be a tragedy on par with the ending of Titanic. The star of the show here is undoubtedly their khao soi, which is ultra-creamy, slightly sweet, and filled with bright punches of flavor that will wow you even before you squeeze the lime over the top. Along with those signature curried noodles, we gravitate toward their fragrant Northern Thai sausage, sauce-covered spicy shrimp balls, or braised pork leg over rice—all simple, no-frills comfort foods. If you're in need of a quick, hearty lunch or just a pick-me-up after a long week, a meal in Pailin's colorful, kitschy dining room is the right prescription. " - brant cox, arden shore, garrett snyder, nikko duren, sylvio martins
"Pailin is a tiny Thai Town restaurant that specializes in Northern Thai cuisine. The large menu is full of rice and noodle dishes that your friends will order, but you’re here for one reason: a giant bowl of their incredible khao soi. This curry noodle soup is the perfect blend of sweet, savory, and spicy, and is one of our favorite versions in LA. Throw in the spicy shrimp balls appetizer and a quiet, serene space right on Hollywood Blvd. and you have one of our favorite solo dinner spots in the neighborhood." - brant cox, nikko duren
"When it comes to eating Thai food in the Hollywood area, it’s impossible to have a bad meal. But for lunch, you can almost always find us at Pailin. It’s less crowded than some of its more famous neighbors, and that’s exactly why we love it. Their sweet, buttery khao soi is among our favorite versions in town." - brant cox, arden shore
