Talesai — Restaurant in Los Angeles

literally so good -- my favorite thai place in the valley (and probably all of LA!) back in March and April, at the beginning of the pandemic, my family and i would order takeout from different thai restaurants around us to see which one was the best. we stopped going to new places after week 4 though because talesai was clearly the best! we're mostly pescatarian which is sometimes difficult when ordering out but there are so many options here for veggie and fish eaters and they all are so f*ng good! (especially the crab noodle!) their veggie pad thai, spring rolls, fried rice and cripy tofu are also really really tasty and pretty hearty as far as veggie dishes go! i also really liked the papaya salad which i tend to always get when going out for thai food, but sometimes find it to be too over-saturated in vinaigrette. at talesai, the ratio of salad to dressing was perfect and never too much. garlic chicken is also good (i splurged and ordered some meat...when in Rome!!). anyways, will always come back here, the food is so so good and it's a valley...

I went here a few weeks ago with a friend for dinner. The restaurant looked nice on the outside, although I can't really say the atmosphere totally matched the taste of the food.

The food isn't bad, it just isn't on the same level as the more authentic Thai restaurants in Hollywood. First off, we had the Tom Yum Soup, which was fairly good, but needed some more lemon juice actually. Then we got the main courses of crab pad thai noodles, green curry chicken, and stir fried tofu. Yet again, it was interesting and pleasant tasting, but again, not nirvanic.

Unless you only care about the atmosphere and vibe, I wouldn't really recommend this restaurant based on food taste/quality. The Original Thai BBQ restaurant a few miles down West is actually a better bet than this place. Not only is Talesai pricey, but the portions are pretty small to look like Tapas portions. And this isn't even a...

Talesai is a truly special place. The interior is simple, elegant, and incredibly welcoming, making it the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a great meal. The staff is always courteous and attentive, adding to the overall wonderful experience. The cuisine is consistently fresh, packed with all the bold, delicious flavors that make Thai food so crave-worthy. Their menu is diverse, offering something for everyone, whether you're in the mood for a comforting classic or an adventurous new dish. Every visit keeps me coming back, and I always leave feeling nurtured, satisfied, and already looking forward to my next meal here. Highly...