Sistory Thai Kitchen

Thai restaurant · Westbrae

Sistory Thai Kitchen

Thai restaurant · Westbrae

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1233 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94706, USA

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Unique Thai dishes like lobster ravioli tom kha and crispy cod tacos  

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1233 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94706, USA Get directions

sistorythaikitchen.com
@sistorythaikitchen

$20–30 · Menu

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1233 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94706, USA Get directions

+1 510 705 1635
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The 20 Best Restaurants In Berkeley - San Francisco - The Infatuation

"When’s the last time you had lobster ravioli tom kha at your neighborhood Thai restaurant? We’re going to assume the answer is, “Wait, what is lobster ravioli doing in my tom kha?” Sistory Thai on San Pablo sets itself apart by serving exciting food we don’t often see at other casual spots we rely on for quick dinners before slouching on the couch. Aside from the lobster ravioli in creamy coconut broth, there are other dishes that hold our attention, too. The crispy cod tacos are wrapped in the flakiest roti and topped with mayo. The Northern Thai specialty, kanoom jeen nam ngew, is a big bowl of luxurious pork rib stew with vermicelli noodles, minced pork, and pickled vegetables. Like any great neighborhood spot, this place is charming, with faux brick walls, flowers, friendly servers, and happy people filling the tables in the small space." - julia chen 1, lani conway

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The 20 Best Restaurants In Berkeley - San Francisco - The Infatuation

"When’s the last time you had lobster ravioli tom kha at your neighborhood Thai restaurant? We’re going to assume the answer is, “Wait, what is lobster ravioli doing in my tom kha?” Sistory Thai on San Pablo sets itself apart by serving exciting food we don’t often see at other casual spots we rely on for quick dinners before slouching on the couch. Aside from the lobster ravioli in creamy coconut broth, there are other dishes that hold our attention, too. The crispy cod tacos are wrapped in the flakiest roti and topped with mayo. The Northern Thai specialty, kanoom jeen nam ngew, is a big bowl of luxurious pork rib stew with vermicelli noodles, minced pork, and pickled vegetables. Like any great neighborhood spot, this place is charming, with faux brick walls, flowers, friendly servers, and happy people filling the tables in the small space." - Julia Chen 1, Lani Conway

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Sistory Thai Kitchen - Review - Berkeley - San Francisco - The Infatuation

"When’s the last time you had lobster ravioli tom kha at your neighborhood Thai restaurant? We’re going to assume the answer is, “Wait, what is lobster ravioli doing in my tom kha?” Sistory Thai in Berkeley sets itself apart by serving exciting Thai dishes we don’t often see at other casual spots we rely on for quick dinners before slouching on the couch. Aside from the lobster ravioli in creamy coconut broth, there are other dishes that hold our attention, too. The crispy cod tacos are wrapped in the flakiest roti and topped with mayo. The Northern Thai specialty, kanoom jeen nam ngew, is a big bowl of luxurious pork rib stew with vermicelli noodles, minced pork, and pickled vegetables. And the two-toned melon spritzer arrives in a tall glass resembling a chemistry class beaker. Like any great neighborhood restaurant, this place is charming, with faux brick walls, flowers, friendly servers, and happy people filling the tables in the small space." - Lani Conway

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Best Dishes Eater Editors Ate Last Week in the San Francisco Bay Area - Eater SF

"I’ve been dying to check out Sistory Thai Kitchen ever since deputy editor Dianne De Guzman gave it an initial stamp of approval last month, so when I recently found myself looking for a place for post-Saturday morning hike brunch in the East Bay, I knew exactly where to go. This cozy casual Thai spot completely lived up to expectations with a somewhat confounding breakfast and lunch menu that meanders from mac n’ cheese, crispy Thai-style chicken wings, and calamari to garlic noodles, tom yum fried rice, and pad se ew." - Eater Staff

https://sf.eater.com/2022/1/7/22872379/best-restaurants-takeout-san-francisco
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Dudy Bar-Tal

Google
We had an amazing lunch at Sistory Thai! The $19.90 lunch combo was not only quick and convenient but also delicious and generous—such great value for the quality and portion size. We also added a Papaya Salad, and it was hands-down one of the best we've ever had—perfectly balanced flavors with just the right amount of crunch and spice. The service was friendly and efficient, making the whole experience even better. If you're looking for authentic Thai food that delivers on taste, portion, and price, this spot is a must-try!

Jimmy Zuehl

Google
The food is SO delicious and SO flavorful. And I loved the beautiful presentation and friendly services. The menu has lots of unique dishes, but also plenty of the staples. There were so many things on the menu that I wanted to try. I will definitely be back again.

Bruce Moore

Google
If you’re looking for the best Thai food in the Bay Area, look no further than Sistory Thai Kitchen on San Pablo in Berkeley! We stumbled upon this gem online, and when I saw one of my all-time favorite dishes—whole fried fish with Thai salad, spicy chili lime dressing, and jasmine rice on the side—I had to go. Though the menu had changed slightly, the staff kindly agreed to prepare it just as it had appeared previously, and it was absolutely amazing! We also tried the Kao Pad Tom Yum, which was out of this world. The flavors were vibrant, and the fried rice was perfect. I can’t believe I didn’t find this place sooner! Highly recommend for authentic and delicious Thai cuisine.

Hannah Jin

Google
My first visit here was not bad. Tried some brunch plates and they tasted good. However, my 2nd visit was not the case. Kao Soi I ordered tastes terrible (hard to describe the flavor though).

Keana Anjelica Mary

Google
I drive by Sistory all the time, and today I finally decided to give it a try—and wow, am I glad I did! From start to finish, everything was absolutely amazing. My daughter and I ordered the crab fried rice, roti, and papaya salad, and every dish was bursting with fresh, vibrant flavor. The crab fried rice was perfectly seasoned with generous portions of crab, the roti was warm and flaky, and the papaya salad had just the right balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy. On top of the incredible food, the service was just as impressive. Our server was so kind and attentive, making us feel genuinely welcome. Honestly, this is hands down the best Thai food I’ve ever had. Sistory has officially become our new favorite Thai spot, and we’ll definitely be back—probably often!

Uhnuh Buhnuhnuh

Google
I wish I found this place sooner. The restaurant just opened a couple years ago. Funny cause this isn’t that far from the other Thai resto my boyfriend and I used to go and didn’t know they exist. Anyways I ordered their Tom Yum fried rice that comes with grilled salmon and it was really delicious. For me it was the best Tom yum fried rice I’ve ever had. The fish cakes did not disappoint they were yummy. Their roti according to my boyfriend is the most delicious he tried so far.

Shaun Tuazon

Google
So happy we got to be one of the first customers to ever eat at this new Thai restaurant. The place inside is pretty small, but the decor is cute & simple. They make the most of the room by putting as many small tables that fit with seating mostly for tables of two or four. We were literally the second table to ever eat in this new spot. And wow, am I glad I decided to search Yelp today for lunch. The service was super sweet, friendly, and perfect. We had a hard time deciding on what to try first (because everything sounded good and the smells from the kitchen were amazing). What we ordered: - Tom Kha Soup with Chicken Excellently flavors and just enough spice for me. My spouse loves really spicy dishes and said it would be delicious with more spiciness, but thought the broth was so good that it didn’t even need to change. We actually just wish there was an option to order a larger size, it was that good! Sometimes my spouse like to just have soup as the entree. - Green Curry with Chicken (comes with rice) Wow! Super bright and fresh taste! Smells really good and tastes even better. It was very fresh and loved all the vegetables inside (eggplant soaked up all the delicious flavor just right, baby corn- yum, etc.). - Pad Cashew Nut with Pork (comes with rice) AMAZING. Mouth-wateringly delicious. I did not want the dish to end. It was the perfect amount of flavor and freshness. Loved the cashews, the carrots, the onions, the cilantro on top. Perfect combination of sweet & salty sauce with nuttiness from the cashews, enhanced by the onion, carrot, cilantro. Since it was their first day, we enjoyed free beverages. The Thai tea was so good- you can get oat milk for $1 more. The Black Mango Iced Tea was also delicious and you get refills on it. I cannot wait to go back and eat every dish. Since it was their first hour open, we were there when the Doordash photographer came to snap pictures of all the dishes. WOW! We were eyeing the Lobster Ravioli and honestly it looks too good to miss. So we’ll probably be back later this week to try it and more. Congratulations on your opening. Thank you for bringing delicious Thai food to the area. We just moved up here from San Diego, and we’ve been having a hard time finding true Thai food and flavors. Many of the Thai places we’ve eaten up up here lack flavor or are just different because they’re fused with Laotian dishes or another type of cuisine. Finely we found a great Thai places we can walk to from the University Village apartments. See you soon!

Tawhid Islam

Google
I ordered take out from here on Uber Eats. The food tasted amazing & their packaging was also stellar, but while I was eating, I could help but notice the lack of flavor in the beef itself beyond the surface. Yes, it was tender, but lacking in flavor after each bite. I understand restaurants have to cut corner, but precooking veggies doesn’t do them any justice although the crinkle cut is an awesome touch to the texture. Love the flavor overall and the packaging quality, just needs some quality control. The Thai iced tea was also perfect in sweetness.
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Toni L.

Yelp
Stumbled upon this through Yelp, and really enjoy the food here. Very authentic with the real Thai spicy, medium spicy will make you cry. The roti in particular was so good and I normally don't even like curry the dip was just perfect and the roti was fluffy and crunchy at the same time. Attentive service. We will be back to try other dishes.
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Pat P.

Yelp
I've been here a number of times since they opened, both dine in and take out, and always have a great experience. The restaurant itself is very cozy and definitely somewhere I'd recommend dining in. The first time I went here was over the holidays, and their decorations were so festive and fun. The staff are always so kind and attentive. Some standout dishes are the whole fried branzino, massaman neur toon (slow cooked beef curry), and crab fried rice. The prices are comparable to other Thai restaurants in the area, but I would say the quality of food is slightly elevated at Sistory. The only time I've been disappointed with the food was my last visit this month (May 2025), where the pad see ew was lacking in flavor, however I have had this dish at this location prior and not had this issue, so assuming it was an off day. Overall, Sistory is probably my favorite Thai restaurant in the Albany area, and I highly recommend. Also look out for their seasonal menu items!
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J L.

Yelp
Ordered the Kanoon jeen which wasn't served as pictured. No pork grinds or veggies but it tasted good and had a-lot of meat. The beef noodle soup was good a bit sweet. Again lots a meat. Crab fried rice was ok. I think it's a bit over priced at $26.00. Service was good - server was quite busy today. A cute restaurant seating is limited - I only notices street parking.
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Lauren S.

Yelp
You could easily miss this place...but make a specific trip to stop in and enjoy. Inside was subtle decor just enough to say " oh that's nice" but not overwhelming. We were 3 to come in to make 5 all together. We sat in the quiet of the restaurant for a minute until this 10 person group made thier way in... making the place seem more warm and inviting. Down to the eats...I had to order fried shrimp rolls for an appetizer and yellow curry with fried chicken over basil thai fred rice. Our group also had Pad see eew and washed down with Thai lemonade...which was scrump!!!! Will do again if im around town. Ciao for now...
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Sue L.

Yelp
I've had this restaurant bookmarked for quite sometime, so we decided to stop by for dinner on our way home. We didn't make a reservation but there were seats available around 6pm on a Sunday. There was already one large party and two other tables occupied when we arrived. The restaurant itself is on the smaller side but they did have two tables available outside. We ordered the following: - Wings (3/5) - crispy on the outside but lacked flavor on the inside. The Thai chili sauce on the side would have tasted better if it was drizzled on top of the wings. - Kanoom Jeen Nam Ngew (2/5) - this was their most popular item and it was very disappointing. The pork rib and shrimp paste stew did not taste good at all and made the entire soup sour. I couldn't eat it and my husband ended up eating it for me. The noodles were the best part. - Thai Fried Rice with Pork (3/5) - the pork tasted more like chicken and the rice was more moist so it wasn't a fried rice consistency. - Garlic Noodle (2/5) - could have used more garlic and the egg noodles did not pair well with the dish - Roti Gai Tod (3/5) - presentation was great and so was the chicken. The cucumber salad could have been more pickled. The curry was just ok since it didn't have a strong curry flavor. Overall, extremely disappointed with this restaurant even though it had such high reviews on Yelp...The amount paid did not meet the quality of the food. I don't think I'll come back again since I really enjoy Thai food and have somewhat of a high expectation when it comes to certain dishes.
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Breanne S.

Yelp
Great food & service! We came on a Friday night & it was pretty busy. Food was delicious & so were the cocktails. We got Tom Kha, Pad Thai, Spicy Eggplant, Lychee cocktail, & Thai tea cocktail.

Hank F.

Yelp
I visited Sistory Thai yesterday and had a mixed experience. for some reason, the waiter wasn't in a good mood, I guess , and his service started off mediocre and then got worse. we actually had to plead to get the rice we ordered! And as the restaurant filled up, it got noisier and noisier, and ended up quite loud. The other low point was Pra Ram, which had almost no peanut sauce at all. but I am still giving the place four stars because the potato puffs with yellow curry sauce were delicious, the tom kha soup was incredible, and the pad see ou was really tasty. I don't know if I'll go back to the restaurant, but the food redeemed the noise and the service.
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David K.

Yelp
Sistory Thai in Albany has a cozy interior and offers a menu of Chef Special dishes featuring regional Thai dishes hard to find in other restaurants! We started with the Papaya Salad (shredded papaya, carrots, green beans, tomatoes, chili, and crushed peanuts) and the Larb Kai (ground chicken, onions, cilantro, rice powder), both of which were intensely sour and spicy! From Northern Thailand, the Kanoom Jeen Nam Ngew was a stew made of rice noodles in a dark pork rib and shrimp paste broth, served with pork ribs, pork blood cubes, ground pork, shredded cabbage, bean sprouts, and chopped long beans. The noodle soup had a nice balance between the dark, meaty broth and the fresh vegetables and brought me back to the streets of Thailand! Also from the North was Kao Soi, made of egg noodles and braised chicken thighs in an intensely spiced yellow curry broth, topped with pickled mustard greens and crispy egg noodles! My favorite dish (though not by far) was the Kao Mok Kai, which fused Northern and Southern Thai flavors on one plate. This came with a crispy breaded chicken thigh fillet served with roti (a crispy, layered flatbread), yellow curry sauce, cucumber salad, and turmeric-spiced jasmine rice, which was addictively delicious. This was an incredible meal, and everything we had here was beautifully-plated, flavorful, and on point!
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Cassandra T.

Yelp
Update just for the manager being kind and refunding my money. I still will not go back here but I appreciate the gesture so I added 1 more star to let people know. The food does not taste bad, the flavor is quite good but my experience with the portion size was disappointing and not at all my experience with Thai food, which almost always has generous portions for that price.
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R D.

Yelp
Updated review, still a very happy customer! Three of us made a dinner ressie and had the best meal ever. We had: pad Thai w chicken, pineapple fried rice with veges, and GF Praram with brown rice. Wish we had taken pictures - each dish was presented as a work of art - gorgeous to behold, and even better to eat! The flavors were superb, all three dishes were home runs! And the portions were very generous too. Thank you, Sistory. Can't wait for our next visit!
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Angela C.

Yelp
The restaurant has a great atmosphere! It felt extremely comfy. I just don't remember sitting on the side where the door opens because it does get chilly if it's windy outside. The waiter was super accommodating and polite. The food was amazing and full of flavor. Definitely recommend coming here. Portions are good too.
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Laura J.

Yelp
A couple of friends and I came to Sistory on an early Saturday evening. It wasn't full, but I'm not sure how busy they get. The place does look a little small, so I'm glad we came for an early dinner. We got the Papaya salad to share. Be warned, it is SPICY! Our server asked if we wanted medium or hot... we said medium? And I like spicy, but I constantly had to drink from my water. If you want the papaya salad, but don't like spicy, I recommend asking if they can change it to no spicy. The fish sauce was a little strong, as well. I don't mind, but it didn't go over well with one of my friends. The other dishes we got were Massaman, Kao Soi, Yellow Curry with chicken, and Pad See Ew with chicken. Everything tasted really good! My favorite was probably the yellow curry and the Massaman. I definitely will be back!
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Gina G.

Yelp
With a weekend full of heavy rain showers, it was the perfect time to dip into Sistory Thai Kitchen in Berkeley for a solo date! There's plenty of paid parking spots outside, but coming after hours it was nice to skip the additional fees for once! Upon entering, I loved the overall aesthetic and vibe of the interior ~ warm, inviting, bright and just lovely! With this spot being a smaller business, I did notice they take reservations if wanting to secure/snag your table ahead of time (and have outdoor seating on a nice day as well!) Service was super attentive, and my meal came out promptly! I'm a huge fan of Pad Se Ew (with chicken), and also ordered the Spring Rolls as an app to start. Both dishes were fresh and full of flavor, and I can't wait to come back with a group to try more items from their fun & innovative menu! They also offer lunch specials during the week and Brunch on the weekends. My husband and I took a trip to Thailand for our honeymoon and have been searching for a spot that makes Khao Soi (a Northern-Thai curry noodle soup) and this dish is on their menu..so looking forward to round two next time with my husband!
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Ray B.

Yelp
This is a nice neighborhood Thai restaurant with a cozy atmosphere. The next time I'm craving Thai food, this place will be on my list. BB
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Tony G.

Yelp
We came here close to noon on President's Day to celebrate my sister's bday. It's smaller space than I imagined, but I've seen way smaller restaurants with much more limited seating. It's a quint atmosphere with the design and I enjoyed the Thai pop music that was playing in the background! Everything sounded good, so we ordered a bunch of stuff and had it family style. Interestingly enough, even though we came for brunch, we only ordered two brunch items. Let me just fast forward to the highlights: Thai Tea Pancake was new and unique to me, but very well executed. It tastes exactly how it sounds like! The lobster ravoli was also a hit. The ravoli filling was nice and smooth, not mushy. And it really paired well with the Tom Kha! The presentation for the lobster ravoli was good as well. Their roti's in general was good. The roti-rito is hard to share with 6 people though. The only thing I didn't like was the Kanoom Jeen Nam Ngew. That might just be personal preference. But I saw there was not one, but two thumbs on it. So the thought it that it ain't just good, gotta be hella good! Noodles were good, soup was good, the spare rib meat was very nice and tender. The fall off the bone tender, but the pickled mustards and other green were a little bit too sour for my taste. Other than that everything was fantastic. Staff was very friendly and attentive as well! It was a cold day, and we were seated near the entrance. Our server turned on a portable heater and aimed it towards us. And when customers who left and left the front door open with the cold winds blowing in, the server came to the front and shut the door for us. Very very nice and considerate staff!

Jamie M.

Yelp
Pros: This restaurant is highly praised as a "hidden gem" with "super flavorful" food. We particularly enjoyed the crispy and thoroughly cooked chicken wings, perfectly sautéed mixed vegetables, tender Massaman Neur Toon beef stew, hot and buttery roti, and delicious Thai fried rice with crispy pork belly. The ambiance was great because it felt like date night with the low lit area. Con's: Despite the positive food experience, I wanted to note a less-than-ideal start to this visit. Arriving at 8:20PM with a 9 PM closing time created a rushed and awkward feeling. This was exacerbated by a pushy waiter, especially since I needed extra time to carefully read the menu due to a severe shellfish allergy. Fortunately, my husband ensured me that we had enough time to safely choose our meal. As local Bay Area foodies, every guest should receive a large water craft when eating at a restaurant that has spicy food, even when they don't ask for it, it's common courtesy. Especially when you see one on all the other tables but yours. We will be back, we luv Thai food! Hope this message helps!
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Melyssa G.

Yelp
A good friend introduced this place to me. It's a small place but packs a big punch of flavor. Everything on the menu sounded really good. The staff was super polite and helpful. Even funny! I'm currently on a low carb diet so I ordered the pork belly and spicy eggplant dish. Both were delicious. Around 6pm is when it started to get packed in there. Something to consider if you plan on dining there.

Sarah T.

Yelp
Food was amazing, Thai tea was to die for. Amazing service! Will definitely come back.
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Sydney J.

Yelp
I had been wanting to try Sistory a while, especially since I was eyeing their tigery waffle and Thai tea pancake (I do wish they offered the waffle with Thai tea syrup, as I prefer waffles over pancakes) but I realized they sadly only offer their brunch menu on the weekend, so I opted instead to order curry puffs and a black mango iced tea. I ordered ahead on Uber Eats and it seemed the order was ready toward the beginning of the pickup window I selected, although I wasn't able to get there until later. The restaurant staff packaged it well for transporting it home; I was able to take my bag home using a combination of walking and bus without making a mess or spilling. They stapled the paper bag, wrapped the cup for the tea in two layers of plastic wrap, and put tape on the box for the curry puffs to secure the food. I really appreciate the care put into this since I've frequently had issues with my takeout sliding around and spilling when I had to carry it home, given I don't have a car. The black mango tea is bitter and not sweet, although you can pick up on a subtle fruity flavor. They also put mint leaves and a lemon slice in it. I thought it was alright and not a bad price ($4) though I personally would've preferred less mint and lemon flavor and more of the mango. The curry puffs were really good, very savory and buttery. It goes well with the yellow curry sauce. I do wish they included even more curry dip with it. The small amount of salad that was included with the puffs was also pretty good, it tasted pretty well marinated so you would like it if you prefer a more vinegar-y, fermented flavor and prefer not to taste as much of the plain flavor of the vegetables themselves. Although this is in the appetizers section and it's only slight less than the cost of most of Sistory's main dishes for lunch/dinner, I would say it's a good enough portion for one meal if you're not someone who eats huge portions. Overall, I thought the food was yummy. The only things I'd change would probably be upping the quantity of the puffs and curry, making the mango come out more strongly in the tea, and offering their special brunch items on weekdays - though I totally understand why it may not be practical based to offer the brunch menu every day of the week.
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Lisa N.

Yelp
My husband and I were looking forward to trying Sistory ever since they opened in our neighborhood. last night we had dinner and we were impressed! Each dish (chicken satay, papaya salad and garlic pepper stir fry) was seasoned perfectly with nice spice levels. We think we had the best chicken satay we've ever eaten. Yes the prices are high, but excellent quality food is expensive. We had enough leftover for lunch today, so for two meals we think the price is worth it. We will be back!
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Angel N.

Yelp
Was looking for lunch and stumbled upon this place. They offer lunch specials, a great deal that includes an appetizer, entree, and a drink. Ordered the fried tofu, spicy basil, and Thai iced tea. The spicy basil was very flavorful and slightly on the sweeter end for me, not too spicy. The crispy tofu was hitting the spot with how crispy it was and the Thai iced tea was a great chaser. The Thai iced coffee could go for more coffee taste. It was mild tasting.The pad kee mao was spicy and the crispy shrimp rolls are great when it's crunchy and burns your tongue. Definitely worth visiting for the lunch special.
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Dean C.

Yelp
10/13/24 Yeah honestly I can't remember much, which normally is a bad sign. Well, not bad bad, but just that the food wasn't memorable. The restaurant itself is very clean, bright, and feels quite modern in a good way. Friendly and inviting. But the food also had the same vibe--clean, vibrant, but....... in a bad way, lacking soul. Sorry can't remember more than that, but I think I'd skip this one. 3/5 #thaifood #thaicuisine
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Arron F.

Yelp
The quality of the food is always fresh and consistent. They are generous with their portions and we always have leftovers. The service is always friendly and welcoming. The restaurant is small but the ambiance is warm and cozy. Great spot!!!
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Linh S.

Yelp
I've been wanting to try this place for a long time and finally made reservations. There wasn't an online reservation system and I called ahead of time to book a table. Surprisingly, it wasn't as crowded as I thought for Saturday brunch (before 12pm). There was street parking available up front at the time. For drinks, I had the February 15 which was lovely and very light. For the meal, I had the spiced maple chicken waffle which was good and pretty filling. My friend had the thai tea pancake - she did mention that the pancake was super sweet already and didn't need the syrup. Interior was very cute and perfect for photo ops. Service was attentive and friendly. Hoping to return and try out other items on the menu!
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Jolene C.

Yelp
Flavorful food, cozy ambiance, and welcoming staff made Sistory a great place for dinner. All of our dishes were delicious, and the soups had a surprising amount of things in them. The garlic noodles were the star of the show though - the pork belly was indeed very crispy. Our 3 dishes were about $60 before tip/tax which is super reasonable for the Bay Area. Would recommend for a nice casual night out!
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Loe M.

Yelp
great spot. i think i came four times in a row one week. i always order the papaya salad and the larb chicken medium. i love how spicy the food is here and the quick service. I would hightly recommend. delicious.
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Connie C.

Yelp
I met a former coworker here for a catch up. I loved my plate Hawa E Sistory; it was the perfect balance of sweet and savory. It's got pineapples and a sweet Hawaiian bun, which really made for the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The place is small, but very cute and cozy. On a weekend morning there weren't a lot of people, and street parking was easy, but the house definitely filled up by lunch hour. I'm looking forward to bringing friends here again in the future!
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Sutona S.

Yelp
Where do I even start??? The plan was to dine at another spot but the line was way too long and we were starving. I remembered seeing Sistory on a few Berkeley Restaurant Week post with good reviews so I called them to see if we could do a walk in. Best decision ever!!!! Every single thing you see in the attached pics was so good. I've literally been thinking about the flavors of each dish since we left yesterday and already planning my return. The Branzino and the Crab Rice stole the show!!! *take me back*
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Kursten H.

Yelp
this place is so good I had to order it 2 days in a row! I've tried countless Thai places in the east bay looking for my spot... but this is the one!! the panang curry is amazing, the fried tofu is crispy, the pad see ew is cooked to perfection, and the yellow curry is legit the best I've ever had!! most importantly, the thai tea has the right amount of tea:milk ratio so you still actually taste the black tea!!! take-out was packaged nicely and everything was still warm when it got here!! 10/10!!
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Jenna T.

Yelp
Small restaurant but with a mighty menu. Street parking is available but can be challenging if you don't go early. Their drinks are good like the Thai tea coffee and plate presentation is on point. But the price didn't match the flavor of their food. Their appetizers were better than my meal, like the curry puffs. Although the description was curry heavy, it was light and tasty. The bread on both avocado toast and Sistory scramble was not toasted, maybe that's preference, but it didn't compliment the scramble dish at all. Just served as a base. The food was served at room temp too, not hot. Service was quick and prompt too. Maybe their lunch items are better? 3 stars for high prices and lackluster flavor. But maybe I have to try their lunch items next time. I would say it's definitely worth a try and be a judge for yourself.
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Melissa V.

Yelp
It was good, but the atmosphere could use a little help. Their soup, pad see ew, and salad were all tasty. The seating in the street was loud and windy. The service was good - very friendly.

Elsa Mandy G.

Yelp
First time trying this really cute restaurant. unfortunately, the roti is so salty! And the noodle is broken, you can't even see a long string of noodle. It's different than what we seen in the google photo. We are not into the flavor as well, so we won't be back.
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Sylvia C.

Yelp
I stumbled upon this small, unassuming restaurant which had good reviews. Got there as soon as the doors opened at 4:30 and were kindly seated and advised by the waiter on dishes and drinks. We started with appetizers ordering the curry puffs, which were very tasty, chicken satay, which was a meal in itself, dumplings, which were just so-so, fresh spring rolls, and a green papaya salad. Honestly, we probably didn't need to order any entrées after that, but we did. We went for the whole fried branzino which was really good with the crispy skin, but the sauce a little too sweet. We also ordered a kind of stirfry with very tasty and properly cooked pork belly. We ordered the lobster ravioli in tom kai broth, which was good. Overall, the service was good, the portions were healthy, and the ambience was nice with lovely light jazz music playing. My only problem was that the food leaned on salty and too sweet. Dining with a person who was very sensitive to that, made the meal less enjoyable. I'm not sure I would run back to this restaurant, but would also not discourage people from giving it a try.

Matt G.

Yelp
Great food. Cold beer. Super nice staff. Great recommendations... wish I took pictures. Love this place.
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Anny H.

Yelp
Food: Amazing food but I think a little on the pricier side? I didn't really like the tom yum but everything else was good. We got crab fried rice and this salmon place but funnily enough the best thing was the potato wedges, and I normally don't even like fries. Something about them is just so good, so perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside and flavorful. Unfortunately they only offer the wedges for brunch and ONLY on the weekends. doesn't make sense to me and it's unfortunate but oh well. Service: Service is good, no complaints Ambiance: It's fairly small inside but super cute and aesthetic. Overall would def come back but mostly for the fries haha
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Thomas B.

Yelp
True to past visits the details of flavor, presentation, and freshness were spot on. This was my first time for take out. I must say the same quality goes into those little boxes. It looked 5 Sta5 on our plates at home as well as here. They are a little more pricey here, but I know I will get quality. Reservations here are a must, as it is so small. The place is always busy, full tables, clean, and fast service. I will say with their intensity of focus on their work, I rarely see smiles. Smiles make the food better tasting, like their commitment to quality do. They nailed it. Be proud and smile knowing you have loyal customers that care enough to return. I will.

Ivette R.

Yelp
Finally!!! Fresh and DELICIOUS Thai food in Berkeley, that I love. Have been tired of eating sugary, not-so-fresh food and sorely missed my favorite Thai Restaurant that closed, years ago; Chaam! Soooo, good!
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Kelley K.

Yelp
Had high hopes, but this place fell a bit short for us. I would go back. Now we know what not to get here. Place is cute, clean & pleasant. Staff (one person in front) was/is very nice & efficient. Plate presentation 5+stars! Hands down, pretty plates are being served here! All dishes had lots of fresh vegetables! 5+stars for veggies! Thank you! Pad Kee Mao, my "go to", was all fish sauce flavor. Similarly made this way often in Hawaii. Most Thai restaurants in the bay area, use very little fish sauce & flavor with other things as well. Not here, all fish sauce. I am not a fan. My dad didn't care for his Pad Thai, said it was not traditional. We didn't like their white rice. Medium grain, too much water & not calrose, nor sticky. Spicy eggplant is spicy & delicious. Fresh rolls were good. Peanut sauce, chicken wings & Praram chicken were delicious! So we will go back, and have these!
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Blair Z.

Yelp
Just had a cute lunch with my old friend today, and although the pricing is slightly more expensive compared to other local Thai places, I think it's worth with their quality and taste. But I just wish their portion is generally larger! Pad See Ew was more than $20 and it tasted good, but a few bites the plate was gone lol Very cute lunch spot or even for a dinner spot but unless I need an occasion like today where I would invite someone over, not sure if I would go back just for my casual lunch outing. Service was friendly and tomyum soup was also decent. Parking is available in the streets with meters.

Michael A.

Yelp
Hands down the best Thai food on this side of the Bay Area. A warm and friendly place with the staff waiting on you with pleasure. The food was as authentic as it gets. A true hidden gem and a must. You will not be disappointed.
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Mel B.

Yelp
Food: WOW so much flavor in literally every dish! And the portion sizes are enough to share with 2 people. Breakfast menu is only served on weekends now , sad face! But the Thai tea pancakes are worth the weekend visit! Service: the staff is super friendly and helpful! Ambiance: cute wall decor! Note: parking is difficult here
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Nicki A.

Yelp
I love many a Thai restaurant on San Pablo and this one didn't miss! Got to come here with 2 of my foodie sisters on Easter Sunday -- we were able to reserve no problem and service was fast and friendly! The ambiance of the place was really cute, cozy, and homey with exposed brick and fun decor. I especially loved their use of mini mason jars with handles as a vase and a larger mason jar with a handle for my Thai iced tea. There was a bunch of food I wanted to try so def need to go back, the menu had a good mix of savory traditional Thai and also the staple breakfast items. We got the crab fried rice which came with a soup and we were intrigued to try the lobster ravioli tom kha (the combo I didn't know I needed). Overall everything was yummy and I look forward to going back again.
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Kartika H.

Yelp
first time here. place is not that big but quite unique. staff is just ok. they have lunch special which comes with appetizer and one entree plus drink. overall, drinks are too sweet for my family, mostly for the thai iced tea. the appetizers are so so, the fishcake is too dry. the entree is just ok. i will say this restaurant is pricey...
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Lisa G.

Yelp
I've been to Sistory twice now and both times the food was fantastic and the servers were so kind. This place is so cute inside, it's got a bit of a cottagecore vibe with the decor. We went for brunch and the drinks were so good - I do prefer mine sweet, and they were right up my alley. The food was all great, I love how they have some brunch staples a new twist.
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Micaela W.

Yelp
This place is amazing!! The food is super flavorful, beautifully plated, and they don't skimp on the spices. We really liked the tom yum fried rice and the pad ped moo krob. It's pretty small inside so I'd recommend making a reservation and the interior is more on the casual side

Cameron P.

Yelp
Wrong order and plastic in my food. Tried calling in an order after their online ordering platform wouldn't accept apple pay or either of my credit cards, a person picked up, mumbled something, then disappeared. Waited a few minutes then hung up to try online again and had the same issue. Called again but this time no one picked up and was sent straight to an out of storage voice mail and disconnected. Tried again online and the order finally went through. Went to pick it up, and the order had the right label (beef pad see ew). When I got back to my apartment, I opened it up and it was chicken. I checked my receipt and confirmed I paid for the beef. I said whatever, let me just eat this since I have stuff I have to get to. The food was some of the most bland and unseasoned Thai food I've ever had. Chicken was extremely dry and unsalted. Noodles were pretty good texture, but not flavorful. All I could taste was black pepper. The Chinese broccoli had an extremely chemically flavor that I've never had with Chinese broccoli. Not bitter, just a strange chemical taste. Finally, when I was halfway through eating it, I picked up a piece of egg and was surprised to find it was plastic. Would 100% never return here. Judging by the other reviews about sanitary conditions, I'm astonished this place has such a high rating from Yelp, Google, and the Infatuation.
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Grace C.

Yelp
Nice environment with great service and yummy food. Feel very relaxed here. Will come again!
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Melanie Y.

Yelp
Sistory Thai is such a cute and delicious spot for brunch! This is my second time here and I loved the Kanoom Jean Nam Ngew as usual. My friends ordered the Pad See Ew, Pad Thai, and Pineapple Fried Rice! Everyone enjoyed the gorgeous ambiance and the beautiful and refreshing drinks. I've tried the lemonades, the Thai Iced Tea, and the spritzer, and have to say the spritzer is definitely the best! It's my favorite - subtly sweet and very bubbly with carbonated soda water! As pretty as a cocktail using the butterfly pea flower violet color, without any of the alcohol. I'd highly recommend to anyone visiting the Berkeley area if you have something to do and want to get a good meal around there too!
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Marcy S.

Yelp
Do you guys even need another amazing review? Yes, food is insanely expensive. You have to be like a billionaire these days to eat out. However, yes, Sister makes the best food and I wish it was half the price, but I will still eat there on my broke ass budget as many times as I can. Because eating at Sistory Thai kitchen Is an spiritual experience