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Srisiam Cafe

Srisiam Cafe

12843 Vanowen St, North Hollywood, United States

Cafe • Thai • Asian • Seafood


"It is rare that I am so interested in a place for the good reviews, but when I go there it is a total disaster. I lost my appetite halfway through this cold meal. Maybe my group of 4 didn't know what the waiter was trying to do as if he helped us, but I think he needs training. This meal was a TERRIBLE VALUE for the money. With a 20% tip (which they do not get the review would have been about $105, with 3 diet drinks and a water. Four salad dishes I found for money extremely mediocre. And a very strange shrimp appetizer packed in fried noodles that neither looked good nor appetizing, but tasted ok. What's going on? It was that the waiter decided to give us extremely slow service, which led us to be the last people we served when we were one of the first to sit. We've seen 12 people get their food before us, not take customers. If there should be a very long delay, the waiter should have mentioned it. But he shouldn't lure before the appetizer. No one likes it, or maybe his training has no appetite suppressor timing. I had a grilled beef salad that had two things on the plate. A piece of raw, cabbage, uncut what the waiter said later, was only on the garbage, although this was a salad. (I had expected Veggies to be healthy. And the grilled steak? How sad it was, a small bunch of cut meat with a spicy water sauce. It took rice bad, but he didn't offer. There was nothing on this plate next to the small pile of cut beef and the indefinite cabbage. For $14 or $15, that would be near $20 with taxes and tip. What a Siam Joke. What a literal outline to sell as badly presented foods as their cut beef salad, but their photos on their website are carefully staged, not like the actual food. I'll never trust this place again. What a joke, what a demolition, what a bad service, what a bad waiter, what a deorganized kitchen (can not get orders together and just what bad air conditioning. What a loser of a restaurant that is! I wish I had taken a photo of the moderate meal that was put before me."

Sanamluang Cafe

Sanamluang Cafe

5170 Hollywood Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90027-6131, United States

Thai • Cafe • Asian • Vegan


"Sanamluang Cafe Hollywood, nestled in the heart of Thaitown, is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and culinary offerings. With a reputation bolstered by numerous accolades from food enthusiasts, my visit was highly anticipated. However, while expectations were soaring, the experience fell short in delivering the Thai culinary excellence it's celebrated for. The initial disappointment surfaced through a commonality among the dishes an overwhelming saltiness that overshadowed the authentic flavors. The Pad See Ew, notably drenched in an abundance of oyster sauce, lacked the desired chewiness in its noodles, deviating from the expected texture. Similarly, the Yellow Curry, known for its rich coconut milk base, leaned excessively on the salty side, unfortunately detracting from its otherwise enticing flavors. Despite these setbacks, a glimmer of hope emerged with the Shrimp Cake—a true standout. Masterfully crafted with a crispy exterior that encased a tender and succulent interior, this dish showcased the kitchen's prowess and highlighted the potential for culinary brilliance. However, the deviation from traditional Thai jasmine rice to regular rice may have contributed to a divergence from the expected aromatic experience that complements Thai cuisine. In reflection, while the Sanamluang Cafe Hollywood might not have met personal preferences, particularly with a penchant for milder seasoning and authentic textures akin to the Thai culinary experiences found in the SGV area, the Shrimp Cake shines as a beacon of the restaurant's potential. Perhaps, for those with a taste for bolder flavors and a penchant for salty sweet undertones, this establishment might resonate more positively."