50 Best Thai Restaurants near Santa Monica

“My favorite go to vegan Thai dinner. Gourmet food served in a casual restaurant. A gem in Los Angeles, free parking. Excellent food, highly recommended. Every dish was made with care and the ingredients are of high quality. Highly recommended. Chef is trained in the best culinary school in New York. Her constant passion to make better food is clearly reflected in her cooking. Each time I’ve been here, I can see how her food has stepped up to the next level.Vegetarian options: Chef is trained in the best culinary school in New York.“

“quiet peaceful place The workers are also very friendly and take their work seriously.Parking: There are paid hourly training sessions and a waiting area for passengers in total it will be difficult to park there if you want the car to be right next to that very restaurant“

“I'm Australian and we have Thai restaurants everywhere. But this place is the best Thai I've ever had!! Sweet family business that's been running for 22 years. Food is delicious and Poom (whose parents run the business) is an absolute sweetheart. We had the dumplings and panang curry. So flavourful!!“

“I’m visiting my daughter and her fiancé in Santa Monica and we dined at RIZE Thai and Sushi tonight! It was DELICIOUS! I ordered the Won Ton Soup and it was THE BEST WON TON SOUP…I’ve ever had. There were too many delicate tasty won tons in the soup to count. And to my Surprise , there was also chicken and Shrimp. My daughter’s fiancé ordered the Papaya Salad! It was soooooo so fresh and a huge serving. My daughter ordered some salmon rolls and she commented how fresh the salmon was.The icing on the cake was the YUMMY LOLLIPOPS for dessert!“

“Blessed to have this place so close to where I live. It’s a very small operation, they are very nice. I dream of their Chang Mai Noodles with chicken and a whole BBQ chicken feeds the 2 of us for days, it’s crazy tender and succulent. Writing this just made me want to go get some.Parking: Small lot in back and lots of parking on Lincoln.“

“We love Thai Vegan. Their Pad Thai is so good, and the portions are so large, it's hard to finish in one sitting. Their prices are excellent compared to any takeout place, and the pickup orders are always ready sooner than expected. They are fast and efficient. We've been going there for years, and feel lucky to have them close by.“

“Great services, one of best thai food in Santa Monica. Big portions yummy egg rolls, coconut soup, chicken satay, garlic beef and pad thai. Beautifully thai art decorated. A lot of wines selections pair well with thai food. Also, mango with sticky rice for dessert yuuum.“

“So glad I found a Thai restaurant nearby that doesn't over charge for being in Santa Monica. I got chicken pad Thai and Thai iced tea. The pad Thai was a bit too saucy but nonetheless it was still very good. Service was super fast and friendly. Everything looked very clean and I'm definitely coming back to try different dishes.“

“If you want vegan Thai food, this is a good place. It was yummy! However, I do not recommend dining in since not enough parking spaces and the dining room is a bit small. I just ordered online and went to pick it up. I recommend this place for vegan healthy options.“

“Farmhouse kitchen is the best Thai restaurant I’ve ever had. On top of the food being great and delicious, the presentation makes you want to order everything from the menu. Chef Bo was so nice to come out to our table and all I can say is she was a very nice, young & talented person. She even made me a special dessert for my birthday. Thanks Bo❤️ I highly recommend this place if you want an authentic, excellent and delicious food. In addition, the place is so full of life. The decor is amazing! I can’t wait to go back and try some of the fancy drinks and dishes on the menu.“

“Great food and really nice looking restaurant. I was a few minutes later than expected picking up my food and the server mentioned they were just about to call. Very friendly and courteous service.All of the food was great, but the Bang Bang Broccoli and the It’s a Hit (tempura jalapeño) were especially special (intentionally saying special here twice).Will definitely be back again and happy to be living so close by!“

“This restaurant is a gem of Thai restaurant in the Westchester area. The food is prepared in the traditional cuisine of Thai. I enjoyed my Pad Thai with large shrimps. The baby back ribs were tender with flavor. They did not disappointed us with our dinner. This small restaurant that has been in the same location for the past 2 decades. The customer service is superb! This is that restaurant where they remembered you from your last visit. I made reservations which is recommended for Friday and Weekend dining. We were seated right away! Jade is a wonderful server! She ask each of her guests if they had any food allergies. We enjoyed our food and cocktails ?. There is a neat patio with heater. There is plenty of free parking.“

“What a lovely meal. Our server, Alan, is the greatest. Friendly, charming, w/ great advice for our meal. Food was delicious and the pacing made nothing languished at our table. The music is the exact right volume to make sure your conversation stays yours while the surrounding voices create an exciting din. Will be back, 100% Thank you!!Wheelchair accessibility: Bathrooms are wide enough for a manual chair, staff is delightful & accommodating. For a small, older restaurant it's remarkably accessible.“

“Loved this place! Super fresh ingredients and very friendly staff. Ordered the Nam Tok Salad, the Chicken Pad Kee Mow (Drunken Noodles) and the Isaan Larb Kua. Everything was really tasty and the server was great about explaining the spice levels. The Nam Tok and the Isaan Larb Kua were especially delicious because of the use of lime juice -- that tangyness paired with the spiciness and the savoriness in both dishes was a winning combo. In terms of spice level, I'd say that I usually like spicy food and handle it well, and the Medium was just right. There are additional chili sauces available if you want to dial it up a little bit. Very generous portions and I was honestly quite stuffed. The price is also ridiculously low and I have to say this is one of the most amazing value Thai places I've ever been too -- the pad kee mow was $12.99 for the chicken version!! They were making pickled chilis on one of the side tables, which is one sign you know this place is legit -- when they make their sauces and condiments from scratch, by hand. Really looking forward to my next visit here.“

“I'm half Thai but not vegan, and I brought my vegan friend here. The food was pretty good in our opinion! We got Thai tea (good, considering it's vegan), egg rolls (just OK for me but I generally don't like restaurant egg rolls), and drunken noodles (pretty good). The dining room is tiny but nice and bright on a sunny day. Our waitress was friendly and patient while we looked over the menu. The prices weren't bad either, so definitely try it out if you like Thai food and are in the area looking for veg options!Vegetarian options: Everything is veganDietary restrictions: Everything is veganParking: There is a small lot in the back. I think part of Bennett has free 2 hr parking. About a block west on Cahuenga, there are metered spots (30 min, 1 hr, 2hr)“

“Firstly I'm not an expert on Thai food so this review is just my personal opinion. I really liked the food. Every dish I had was great. The place is a little loud and the clients skew young so probably a fun place for a date. Service was very good and prices were decent. I will eat from here again for sure but will probably take it to go or have it delivered.“

“The most authentic Thai restaurant we have found in LA! Very close to what you'll experience in Thailand. We ordered the Som Tum, Tom Yum soup, pumpkin curry, Pad Thai, Eggplant, Hot Basil with tofu (probably a bit more plain than we expected), Pad Woon Sen (most SoCal Thai restaurants botch it, but Chao Krung Thai masterfully presented a perfect, dry, fried version) and mango sticky rice. I would come back again in a heartbeat. Among the cons are difficult parking, slow service and very dark interior.“

“love trying vegan food and this place was one of the best. the service is really quick and workers are attentive. it's small but never too crowded from what I'm seeing, nice and cozy, warm lighting and good conversational chatter. will definitely come back again to try new things.“

“OMG this is thee absolute best vegan spot I have ever experienced. I ordered the tofu chow mein. Lots of tofu and veggies and these eggless noodles taste like your regular egg noodles without the guilt and cholesterol! I will definetly be a regular! Amazing food! Gracie N.“

“Not one of the best its Best of very best Thai food i had ever had, we were just passing by to look for good place to eat sudden made a stop & lucky we find our new place to eat mouth watering food will see you soon also our server the Girl with glass was very welcoming & best customer service“

“This is honestly the best Thai spot that I've ever been! The bbq chicken and drunken noodles melts in your mouth. The inside of the building looks very aesthetic and was the perfect vibe for my girlfriend and I for date night. The waitresses were super nice & very informative and helped guide us to the perfect dining experience. This place is way better than a 5/5 - broke the scale. My favorite Thai place of all time“

“So good! I tried a number of menu items and loved each. The shrimp soup was perfectly spicy and packed with wonderful flavors, the appetizers (hot wings and chicken skewers) were outstanding and my entree - pad see ew with beef was just perfect. The service was ideal - helpful fast and informative. I'll definitely be back very often!“

“Lovely place with good food and great service. Biked here and appreciated all of the space to sit next to my bike on the patio (looked like there was lots of car parking too). Loved the Thai Limenade and the enjoyed the Tom Kha soup and Pad Khee Mao. The server was so accommodating of my food preferences and was able to make my dishes vegan. Food came out fast and was nice sized portions.“

“This is my new favorite Thai spot! I always get take-out/delivery so can't attest to the service but so far my orders have always been accurate and hot! My go-to order is the chicken pad Thai and the filet mignon with garlic string beans. The pad Thai stands out to others because of their sauce (I get mine extra saucy). Will be ordering again soon!“

“I've been coming here for years, I can't believe I haven't written a review! I love their food. My favorite item to order is their mung bean pad thai, although I wish there was an option to get it with soy chicken or beef and not just tofu skewers. The tofu cubes are huge so the flavor doesn't really penetrate them. I like this dish because the noodles and veggies are flavorful. My family also enjoys cashew nut lover dish and the buddha rolls. Those are so filling, I can just get those and be happy. If you like thai tea, you must try it here. So good. One star off because parking is difficult, especially on weekends, and it's a little pricy for me. The good thing is that inflation has led to all restaurants raising their prices in the last couple of years, so I am more used to it and not as bothered as I used to be . Note: the seats are incredibly uncomfortable so if you dine in and have back issues like me, bring a cushion.“

“Had a long layover in LAX due to a delayed flight. The food here did not disappoint. The lady serving had great PR skills and the food was very good as well . Wouldn't hesitate to go back if I find myself in the area again. Definitely recommend!!“

“We had a very nice birthday dinner for my friend.Service was excellent.Wait time for food was a little long. One suggestion is have a spicy level for those with a sensitive palette. We ordered a side of mango to cool down the heat and that hit the spot :) Overall great experience , definetly be back.“

“My personal favorite Thai restaurant to support ! They are so genuine and always so kind to their customers. They prepare their food with fresh ingredient's and every meal has been delicious! The food is consistently good here. We really love everything here from wonton soup, pad se ew, pumpkin curry, pineapple fried rice and the papaya salad to name a few of the faves! Excellent combos for lunch too! Dine in, take out and delivery available during lunch & dinner.“

“Very much enjoyed the food and experience here. Small quaint place with charm and authenticity. I had the vegan pad Thai which was well prepared, and the tofu and vegan chicken were tasty and nicely incorporated. Would love to try the curries next time.“

“We ordered online for delivery, but wow - it’s AMAZING FOOD. The flavors are delicious and portions are good. We will definitely be ordering from here again or visiting in person.Dietary restrictions: I am gluten free and I love that they offer options for this. The food didn’t seem to bother my stomach too much“

“My friends and I loved the food here. We ordered the hidden treasure, potstickers, market vegetables curry, shrimp and basil in hot sauce, and spicy crab fried rice. We thoroughly enjoyed each dish. Great quantity, it's not a very big quantity. Dessert coconut ice cream, mango sticky and the lichee. These were all so fresh and organic tasting. Loved the taste, service and cleanliness. The staff is super friendly.“

“They belong in the cloud kitchen in Culver City. This is convenient for pick up. Cloud kitchen is a concept where there are multiple kitchens located in the same location. Food can be ordered prior to arrival to cut the wait time. They will call you when food is ready.I ordered:1. Grilled chicken - chicken is very moist and flavorful!2. Crispy chicken krapow with sunny up side egg - moist chicken3. Mango tropioca“

“Known for their highly Instagrammable "Magic Noodles" that turn from blue to purple when you add their sauce. Fun and pretty decent meal with good sized prawns for protein. We also got their Drunken Noodles. A little smaller for the portion comparatively, but overall good flavor. They also have a brunch menu and Bottomless Mimosas for $25 wirh a 90 minute time limit! Pretty good deal and you can walk to the West Hollywood bars from here. Service was good and definitely kept our glasses filled! Ambiance is a little dated, but still cute.“

“It's plated very beautifully and the food is all amazing, especially for being vegan. It's a tiny little restaurant, only three little tables, but it's all very good and very very well priced, especially for CaliforniaVegetarian options: It's a vegan place. They have a number of dishes labeled 'chicken' and whatnot but when my sister opened it up it was clearly not on the inside, but still goodWheelchair accessibility: There's ~3 accessible parking spots and a small ramp“

“Always an enjoyable experience at Galanga Thai. The staff is always friendly, the food is tasty, and the prices are very reasonable. They also let you bring in wine with a small corkage fee (last I checked it was a $5 fee?). The mango sticky rice was sooooo good! All the other dishes we had were good too. I'm a fan of their soups, even during warm weather. And if you can, sit out in the back patio during warmer months. Enjoy!“

“I absolutely loved my experience at Araya's Place. It's located in a small shopping center with other business with free parking. The restaurant is beautifully decorated with a relaxed vibe. The service and the food are amazing. The staff are attentive and provided excellence customer service. I loved that all of the food came out hot and fresh. I ordered the fried spring tolls, dumplings, spicy noodles and yellow curry and everything was delicious and full of flavor. Araya's is now my #1 spot for yellow curry. I can't wait to go back to try other dishes. I highly recommend Araya's place. Enjoy!“

“Amazing amazing place. The cashier and chefs are the kindest people ever. The food tastes authentic and truly amazing. It was raining and they were so kind to let us shelter and enjoy our food inside temporarily. They treated us so well and we couldn't be more grateful“

“THIS IS THE BEST SUSHI I'VE EVER HAD BESIDES NOBU!!! The Oh My God roll was so fresh and flavorful! The oysters were HUGE and delicious! The service was phenomenal and our waitress was very kind and knowledgeable about the menu! The inside of the building is modern and clean! Bathrooms were extremely clean as well. 11/10 experience here yesterday...would absolutely recommend!!“

“Service was a little slow for having 3 tables in the whole building. The food was really good. We ordered some drunken noodles and 2 pad see ew. They were delicious. I asked for a 7 spice level. Boy, did it have me sweating. Even though it was spicy I couldn't stop eating.“

“I've tried what seems like 100s of yellow curries in LA and Sticky Rice has secured the #1 spot on my list! It was perfectly creamy and just sweet enough which I struggle to find. they also put crispy onions and cilantro on top which was a surprise bonus that made it even more delicious! We also got the roti and green curry which was bomb...the roti was super flaky which I hadn't seen before. Also tried the shrimp rolls which were good!“

“After scouring Yelp for mildly healthy food options, I walked in with a couple of friends and was almost confused as to where I just walked into. You could say I was pleasantly surprised because it is a quaint and sweet ambience, very homey and the food tasted just as superb as it looked in pictures. Our server was sweet and didn't make us feel bad at all for walking in an hour til close. I will absolutely be returning!“

“This place is SO good. The service was amazing, kind, and generous. We got the fish beignets, fried chicken sando (so yummy!), Wagyu, beef bavette, oysters, and olives. The bavette's sauce was especially good. Menza was welcoming from the beginning and very personable. Already told my friends about this place and plan to come again!“

“Super nice service and good food! Loved that it was open later than other places. The lighting wasn't too dark, music wasn't too loud or distracting either! Got the drunken noodles and spicyness is adjustable but wasn't overpowering at all! Also, portion sizes were really good for the price and had to get leftovers to go!“

“Pretty good food and service. Unfortunately nothing had any heat or kick. I'm thinking I got the white people treatment because I was also the only one that got a fork instead of chopsticks, but I had asked for spicy and barely got mild. Also don't bother with the lunch special soup, upgrade it to anything else because it's just a cup of hot cabbage water with a piece of unseasoned chicken.“

“First time here dining in and it was tasty. I had the beef pad see ew and chicken satay with the Thai ice tea. They also have lunch specials when dining in. Establishment is clean and staff is friendly and helpful.Parking: Parking can be full at times but when I was there during lunch time. It wasn’t bad getting parking.“

“Overall, food was solid. Although it's a little on the sweet side, it was still really authentic. The portion sizes were great for the price paid. The ambiance is simple yet pleasing. It's an old Taco Bell that was converted, so seating is limited. Service was extremely fast, but maybe because we came at a later time than normal. Parking is also limited but there's street parking. Just a heads up, if you order anything "spicy" get ready to burn some calories.... it's HOT.“

“Literally the top 3 best Thai restaurants I've experienced in Los Angeles. I only lived in Thailand for 6 months but my fiancée lived in Bang Chak for 14 years and he says it tastes like back home, not the street food but more sophisticated & advanced version. We love pad kee mow here so much !!! Also has vegan options and staff are always super helpful and nice, double checking if we can handle Thai spicy or not place is bit tiny but it's cozy!“

“Was in the mood for some Thai curry and came across this Hidden Gem - Hidden Garden Thai Cuisine. It's tucked inside a small shopping mart (easy to miss). Parking is a little tight, however they do have a few spot designated for their restaurant. The host and server was friendly and attentive. The food was out quickly and warm. Price: it's reasonable for the quality and quantity of tasty food you get. Definable coming back.“

“Absolutely delicious, fresh, very fair priced , especially with how ridiculous some restaurants are with their prices . Noree Thai is such great value and incredibly tasty . Great atmosphere too, it's cozy and delightful and the staff is fantastic ! A 5 star for me! Great for a lunch as well! So glad we have this place in our local neighborhood!“

“I am a big fan of Thai food and have tried many places around the Los Angeles area. This is by far the best Thai food I have ever had. The food tases fresh and is extremely flavorful. The portions are reasonable. My roommate, who does not normally eat Thai, went there with a friend and loved it. So I had to try it. The Basil Fried Rice is unique and delicious. We both enjoyed the Grilled Chicken as well.“