50 Best Thai Restaurants near Lakewood

“I shall Thai my best, to find something good for lunch

Occupying the former location of Hanako, we've dined at the second previous tenant of this address, prior to Hanako. I've been meaning to come by Pudtarn Thai Cuisine because I'm a huge fan of Thai food, and Lunch Specials are an affordable option. This day seemed just the moment to try another local Thai restaurant for takeout.

Lunch Special Pad Thai-
Choice of protein (beef + $1, shrimp + $2), with rice, salad & egg roll. Oh, how have I missed pad Thai. Pudtarn's version hit the spot for my Thai food fix. Had the perfect amount of sour to sweet. Portions were generous, too.

Chicken satay-
Five tender, succulent sticks of chicken, served with creamy peanut sauce. Great accompaniment to the noodles, the pieces of chicken were delicious, especially when smothered in the sauce.

Service was good. A good amount of seating inside, the wait for takeout wasn't too long, since I was the first customer of the day. Parking can be somewhat difficult to come by, as some spaces are designated for the business in front of them. Hard to find on it's own, Pudtarn Thai Cuisine is located west of the car wash on the corner of Bloomfield & Centralia.

Pudtarn Thai Cuisine is a solid Thai eatery, and I'm definitely looking forward to visiting, again, in the near future. Their lunch specials are affordable, and provide an ample amount of food. Pudtarn Thai Cuisine has earned their spot in my food rotation list.“

“A nice Thai restaurant that offers musical entertainment over the weekends and karaoke.

Food is always good here but service sometimes can be lacking a bit if they get very busy. We got basil chicken and green curry here and both were very good. However , they missed the mark with their dessert serving - Mango with Sticky rice. The mangoes were sour and that completely derailed the dessert.

Overall - a good little Thai restaurant that does the job !“

“Wonderful spot. They have happy hour from 5-7 everyday so we order the crispy dumplings and edamame to start and shared a Khoa Soi and papaya salad.

Everything was good but the papaya salad was a standout! It was so refreshing and packed with citrus flavor. We chose mild heat which was the perfect spice for us. We will be back to work our way through the soups but will keep the salad in rotation.

They also offer a nice clean patio space and comfortable bar seating which is where we chose to have a view out the windows. Came on a Monday evening and there was no wait. Service was great and attentive.“

“If you're in the mood for Thai, this is the place to go. Great food, great service and neat and clean restaurant. Everything was done perfectly and very quickly. The staff was super attentive and professional. All-around just a great dining experience.“

“The atmosphere here is so fun ! It’s similar to the grand central market but in its own way with the best spots! One being Thai corner with their generous portions and delectable flavors. They are quick and really generous!
I love the Thai tea and panag curry with papaya salad. Any noodle dish and curry/ soup you just can’t go wrong!“

“"Thai District is a culinary gem! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality. The food was absolutely amazing, bursting with authentic Thai flavors that transported us to Thailand. Scott, our server, went above and beyond to ensure our dining experience was exceptional. Not only did he provide impeccable service, but he also shared interesting tidbits about the area, like the length of the actual “Long Beach” in Long Beach, adding a delightful personal touch to our evening. We left feeling completely satisfied and already planning our next visit. Five stars all around for Thai District!"“

“Great authentic Cambodian food, and one of the best service I’ve received by the waitress compared to anywhere else I’ve been to in Long Beach .“

“my favorite spot for that food...always FIRE!!! ( and the owners are the nicest people) ..I have the best time there!“

“The food is amazing 10/10 but the outdoor patio dinning is awful. You cannot have a conversation because the sound echos so loudly and when the staff moves tables around they drag it along the tile and all of the tables have to stop and wait till they are done to be able to speak again with your table.“

“Pad See Ew is delicious! 🤤 their Thai tea is great too!!!“

“I just ate here for the first time and it was incredible and I loved the non alcohol drink flight!“

“I came here because the reviews were good. I was a little surprised to see some Chinese and Japanese-style dishes mixed into the menu, but the two Thai dishes we ordered were both absolutely delicious:) especially the Thai green curry!!

The service was very fast and friendly as well.

And the portion sizes are seriously huge… haha. Honestly, it’s hard to complain when they give you that much food 😃“

“Michelin-Level Northern Thai Street Food! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Chiang Rai is a total gem in Long Beach! Don’t let the simple exterior fool you—the inside is vibrant and quirky, and the food is some of the most authentic Northern Thai cuisine I’ve ever had.
The Khao Soi is the absolute star of the show; the curry broth is rich and complex, topped with perfectly crispy noodles. I also highly recommend the Midnight Chicken and the Sai Oua (Northern Thai Sausage) for a real taste of Chiang Rai. Everything is fresh, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavor.
It can get busy, so be prepared for a bit of a wait, but it is 100% worth it. If you’re looking for high-quality Thai food that goes way beyond the standard Pad Thai, this is the spot!“

“Tried this place for their lunch special the other day with a friend and we were blown away at how good it was. Standard dishes like Pad See Ew and Pad Thai were next level compared to other Thai places in taste and freshness. So if the easy dishes are that good - rest of the food must be incredible. Will definitely be coming here frequently!“

“Have lunch with co-workers every week here. Great food and very friendly service. Best Thai food I've found in the South Bay area!“

“The atmosphere and Sid the owner so friendly and makes you feel so welcome ...awesome food and love the Thai ice tea“

“Best Thai food, Very good service, and clean dining place“

“Friendly service, nice decoration, clean environment and great food!

We had the angel wings( deep fried boneless chicken wing stuffed with pork, shrimp, and chicken) as appetizer. It’s a good crunch. We also have the tom kha seafood soup, very comforting and full of ingredients and spices. the crying tiger is so juicy. And the crab fried rice can really taste the wok. We also tried the new fried pork with Chinese broccoli. For dessert we have the mango sticky rice, I like how it comes with a heart shape!

For drinks we have Thai milk tea, pink milk and fresh coconut. Overall, an authentic Thai restaurant that you should give a try!“

“amazing food and service! My husband and I used to live nearby and always came when it was Tai Silk. We now live in San Pedro but we'll be back for sure.“

“Monday, June 1, 2026 - You probably don’t really know this about me 🤣😂 so let me tell you… I absolutely love Thai food 🍜🌶️❤️ I’ve eaten at many Thai restaurants over the years, and while I’ve found a few favorites around Orange County, Long Beach Thai Restaurant was truly an unexpected treasure find ✨

Tucked away in a little strip mall on E Anaheim Blvd., this cozy and super clean spot completely surprised us 😊 We ordered the Rad Nah and asked for the flat rice noodles to be extra charred, just the way I love them 😄🔥 Along with that, we had shrimp Tom Kha Koong, spicy watercress chicken with chili oil, fried spring rolls, and Thai iced coffee 🥢☕🌶️ Everything was delicious, comforting, flavorful, and one of those meals where you keep saying, “just one more bite” 🤣😩😂

What made the experience even better was Kunlaya, aka Ein, the owner/server 🌹 She was warm, gracious, friendly, and so fun to chat with — never missing a beat 😊 You all know how I am… food somehow always tastes even better when the people serving it are kind-hearted, welcoming, and top notch ❤️

Of course, this is just based on my own experience and personal taste… and I’ll admit, I’m pretty particular when it comes to food 🤣😂 So when I say I enjoyed it, that really means something coming from me 😊🍜✨

Definitely one of those hidden gems I’d happily drive back for again“

“Did not expect to be this nice because google image show a very simple restaurant. I went there yesterday with my family we were looking for Thai restaurant near by my house. I just move here for school so not familiar with area but my family want to eat our culture food. I am on a budget and this place coming with high rating. I like it a lot. Service was good. Crab fried rice for $13.99 is to die for. I usually spend closer to $20 for crab fried rice else where and they even use the real crab. Chicken wing are amazing. Red curry is also taste like home. I will definitely coming back. We sit there for closer to 2 hours and my nephew was entertain. They have games for kid and coin machine too. What a good find!“

“The Best Thai Food in Long Beach 🏖 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“nice and fresh and clean 👌#1 service good customer service!“

“Looking for the perfect spot for a cozy, intimate dinner? Look no further than Thai Harbor, a family-owned restaurant that offers more than just delicious food — it provides a heartwarming experience.From the moment you walk in, the welcoming atmosphere and the attention to detail in every dish set the stage for an unforgettable date night. The staff treats you like family, offering top-notch service with genuine smiles. Every plate is a celebration of authentic Thai flavors, made from scratch with love.Whether you're craving Pad Thai, Massaman Curry, or fresh spring rolls, Thai Harbor consistently delivers dishes that are as beautiful to look at as they are to eat. The flavors are bold, balanced, and crafted with care.Supporting local restaurants like Thai Harbor not only helps small businesses thrive, but it also ensures you get a truly special meal in return. So, if you haven’t already, plan your next date night here. You'll not only enjoy an incredible meal, but you’ll be part of something bigger — supporting a family-run gem in your community.“

“Authentic Thai style. Well the coffee is really authentically super sweet (exactly like in Thailand!)“

“Great food, nice service. Good happy hour.“

“My Wife & I tried this whole in the wall and were amazed by the amazing food served here. We’ve passed by this place so many times & we couldn’t believe what wonderful flavors are available here!

We tried the Spicy noodle dish with chicken which was tasty with a forgiving spice to it.

In addition, we tried the Tom Yum soup with veggies & tofu. This soup could win awards… The flavor was BOLD and exploding in that flavor.

We can’t wait to come back for more!“

“Today I went to rodeo 39 in Garden Grove with some friends and I stumbled across Kra Z Kai's. It was my second time trying Laos barbecue. This place is a hidden gem for sure. Everything was the delicious. The ribs were marinated for 24 hours. The barbecue pork and the chicken were all marinated in the same sauce. The owner told me the service was fast and this whole ambience was nice some of the best food I've had in a long time next time I'm going to Garden Grove. I will come here again.“

“Listen listen listen !! Cambodian woman here came from Boston mass came across this place looking for spicy food in the area on a work a trip And let me tell you !!!! I have never came across a place that offered salty crab in the papaya salad ! I fell in love instantly! Keep doing what yall doing cause you’re doing it absolutely correct ! ♥️♥️♥️♥️🥹

P.s I had it all to myself and had leftovers do breakfast! A true Asain if you know you know ! Periodt !“

“Everything was amazing! We had the Tom Kha soup as well as the spicy fish and a few other dishes I can't quite remember the names of, but all were amazingly delicious. I highly recommend to anyone who likes Thai to try this restaurant. If you've never had Thai, try it here!“

“I WILL FOREVER HYPE THIS PLACE!!

Everytime I go to this wonderful place, the staff are always such a joy! And the food is always so delicous. Although seating is limited, it doesnt stop them from treating you so kindly.

My personal favs are the drunken noddles, Sa Tay chicken, and all there soups... ALL OF THEM!

Please im begging try this place!“

“I had lunch yesterday with friends and I ordered the eggplant dish. It was absolutely DELICIOUS and came with a salad and rice. The service was excellent and the prices are quite reasonable. I'm looking forward to a return visit!!“

“Good food and good service at a moderate price“

“Highly recommended by another fellow Elite Yelper so we decided to check it out. We had a good experience, both food and service were very good.

We started with Chicken satay and the meat was very tender and tasty.

Pineapple fried rice was a very generous portion (not served on a pineapple) and very good. You can taste the fire power on the fried rice that you can’t make at home.

Green curry with beef is tasty, but probably better to pair with shrimp or chicken or tofu.

The seafood hotpot was slightly more sour than what I’d like (this is normal and expected as my stomach can’t tolerate acid very well, and mentioned ahead of time), they gladly took it in and mild it down for us. It came out a bit later and it was delicious.

Service was excellent, it was pretty busy with all the tables taken, everyone was courteous, caring, and helpful.“

“Went to Huntington was a bit hungry and searched for a Thai resto.
Found this spot and we were right in choosing this resto.
Every order we got was so good, and the food was so quick to serve. I will definitely bring my family members when I get back to Huntington and go to this place.“

“Fried spare ribs is to die for, pad Thai is cooked perfectly , and the golden needles for super duper delicious . Not to mention their customer service is superb“

“We ordered the tom yum, pad see ew, real Thai fried rice, and papaya salad, and every dish tasted so authentic it took me straight back to the streets of Bangkok. The flavors were spot on. Even the free Thai iced tea for dine-in customers was amazing. Definitely a place I would come back to.“

“Very delicious array of food. The staff were very friendly and courteous. Food were cooked as you order them. We enjoyed the food. It is a mom and pop restaurant that serves great food.“

“I really like their food 😋“

“Great friendly staff! Delicious food we had wonton soup, fried shrimp rolls, and pork belly with veggies everything was a 10/10! Their Thai tea coffee and hot tea were also fire I would definitely recommend! And the bathroom here are clean the restaurant is nice and clean and the customer service was also a 10/10 I loved everything! This is me and my man’s new Thai spot to go too 🥰“

“It was our first time to check out this Thai restaurant, and we're glad we decided to give it a shot today. We usually go to Monora or Sweetee for our Thai food cravings. BTW, the lunch special is only available M-Th.

This place replaced Sup Noodles, the layout looks similar. We ordered Prik King chicken, Choo Chee Salmon and Mango Sticky Rice. Prik King has green bean, bell pepper and chicken (or choice of tofu, crispy pork, beef, shrimp), stir fried with red chili paste. It's pretty good (3/5) although the green bean is rather soft (I prefer flash fried then a quick stir fry) and crispy pork might have been a better choice than chicken. The Choo Chee Salmon is average (3/5), my preference is to reduce the coconut milk and more red curry, it's a bit too creamy for my taste. The mango sticky rice dessert is out-of-this-world good (5/5). The mango is perfect and sweet, the purple rice is warm and topped with fragrant coconut milk sauce. We will return to check out the Khao Soi, Crab fried rice or Kapow... and more mango sticky rice.“

“They really need to update their hours, the food is awesome, but I came here on Friday at 2:25pm and the gal at the front desk said they close in 5 minutes. Their hours on google is incorrect. Very disappointing! I drove 20 minutes to get here 😕“

“Great food cooked with love, like you're at Grandma's house, great prices and super friendly service ❤️ I had the drunken noodle which was reality flavorful, nice and spicy and they give you a great chili oil that gave a nice smoky finish, my girlfriend got the orange chicken lunch special with vegetable soup and it was delicious, portions are generous, food came out fast, and no wait to be seated 👍 lovely restaurant with cozy wood panelled walls and somehow this is a rarity but the chairs are actually comfortable. The mango sticky rice was a great, fresh dessert that didn't feel too unhealthy or sugary“

“Fast pace restaurant! Eager waiter took our order and within minutes delivered piping hot, steaming delicious Thai dishes. Tasty, spicy, steamy, crunchy succulent morsels on every bite. Pomegranate margaritas and Sangria complimented the savory entries to the last bite. Very friendly staff, eager to please each customer. Mom & Pop shops are always the best. Plan to return in the near future with an even bigger appetite.“

“Was working nearby looking for dinner to go. Asked if they can accommodate for gluten free, certain menu items yes(confirmed with an older woman, she was super sweet).Tom Yum Soup, Pad Thai, Pad Woon Sen, and one of the salads. AMAZING! Best Thai I've had in a decade, especially for my allergy. I will be back and will continue to order from here“

“Absolutely wonderful experience! Staff was super friendly and attentive and helped us with any questions we had. The food was very fresh and flavorful! The papaya salad was so delicious and the presentation was lovely! I should have taken a picture but I dug right in!“

“The food was delicious! My friend recommended it and we decided to eat there for lunch. Our refreshments were served in a cute mason jar. We shared chicken egg rolls for an appetizer. My friend ordered tom yum soup with shrimp and I got Thai Boat Noodle. I am definitely going to eat there again and bring my family.“

“We accidentally found this restaurant while on a trip in Long Beach as I was craving Thai food. We had the Baked Mussels, Tiger Wings, and Shrimp Fried Rice—all of which were fresh, flavorful, and authentic. We ended the meal with the Tiramisu and it was absolutely delicious! I would definitely come back.“

“Great food service and price Very clean atmosphere too!“

“Best Thai in Bixby Knolls!“