Manaao - Thai Comfort Food

13842 Newport Ave Ste C, Tustin
(949) 818-8424

Customers' Favorites

Menu

Photos

+11 photos
+10 photos
Add a photo

Recent Reviews

Manaao in Tustin is a flavor-packed gem, but fair warning: it can get PACKED, so come early if you want a shot at a short wait. I went for the Khao Soi Noodle with soft shell crab, and wow, the soup was so rich and flavorful I slurped it all up once I finished my noodles—no shame. The Thai iced tea was a refreshing companion, and the rice balls in coconut cream with coconut ice cream? Solid.

The only downside? Service can be a little slow, and I may or may...
Manaao in Tustin is the kind of spot that quietly flexes its mastery of Thai comfort food without trying too hard. I came with a crew of four and we ordered like seasoned pros: Crab Fried Rice, Grilled Squid, Tom Yum soup, and Papaya Salad. Every dish delivered.

The Crab Fried Rice was fragrant and rich, with real crab—not the stingy kind. Grilled Squid had that perfect char and bounce, no rubbery missteps. Tom Yum was bold, sour, and deeply aromatic, while...
The famous Manaao Thai restaurant. We are originally attempted to go here years ago, but had to change gears because of the wait time. This time the weight was much less when we came a little bit after opening. Coming in ambience was definitely Thai influenced which definitely made you feel more at home. It’s a great place for friends to catch up, Family, even dates. We ordered the khao soi noodle with braised beef, fried soft, shell crab, pad Thai, and the manaao Thai tea and...

More Reviews