wook kim
Decided to try something different for Sunday brunch and checked out Otus Thai based on pictures and other reviews. Wow, so glad we came here. The food quality and taste were amazing. I forgot to take pictures of the other items because I couldn’t help myself from just eating. I like to get pad thai at each Thai restaurant to do a comparison. I know each restaurant does it differently but Otus’s pad thai was one of the best I’ve had. Beyond the food, service was exceptional and very accommodating.
Maggie LC
Our group was vegans and non-vegans and a dog: we liked every dish. Doggo loved the steamed chicken side which was a generous portion. Most of the menu items can be made vegan — just ask. I got the green curry and ate it ALL. Service was top notch. We sat in the back patio, which is on the smaller side: two picnic style tables that fit about 6 each and two couples’ tables. Overall not mind blowingly good but definitely good experience. Dishes were flavorful and filling.
SJ
We had a lovely dinner after a long hike here! The food was lovely, The restaurant was a little loud but still nice. (Yet, I could barely hear the person across from me!)
Thai fried rice was AMAZING - although I had it without egg - I really recommend it!
Need a nice dinner and are close? Go for it!
Unfortunately we didn't stay for dessert and instead went to the Ralph's next door for it. We just didn't have time to wait!
Martina Choi
Just like a hidden gem. We ordered Kai-Kata, Steamed Basil Mussels, happy belly and Crab Fried rice. I forgot to take a picture of the crab fried rice but it smells so good. Everything is yummy. Love their attention to detail on food plating. Will come back to try other items on their menu.
Taliy Sky
Some of the best thai food in Hollywood and really nice drinks. Breakfast menu is great, especially eggs and chicken bowl. Service is friendly and same folks have been working here for years so feels like a family business that they are taking good care of. I love the ambiance and meeting up with people here especially when we discussing Creative Society projects. It’s a lovely place, their french toast is probably the most famous thing on the menu and if you never tried it here, it’s worth it. Great place overall.
Elaine Yu
Came to Otus on a friend's recommendation and really enjoyed it! We had a huge party (11) and Otus was able to accommodate us without any issues though we may have been a little overwhelming to start the morning...
I began with a pink latte which is a latte made with Thai sala syrup. The flavor profile is similar to strawberry milk but a little more floral. A couple friends went with bottomless mimosas but remarked that it wasn't too special.
For appetizers we shared the roti and Ms Dang's crispy fried rice. Both were honestly delicious! The roti was prepared like a banana fosters french toast with roti substituting the toast. It was crispy, buttery, and similar to fried bananas! As for the crispy rice, it was done very well! I've had versions that were way too dry and crispy or too tangy from vinegar and fermented pork but this hit all the right notes and the crunchy bites from the leaves of romaine paired perfectly!
For my main, I went with the Moo Ping and OMG the pork skewers were TO DIE FOR! They were marinated and grilled to perfection! The accompanying vinegar dip was a little bit too acidic for me though. I really liked the accompaniments of papaya salad and sticky rice. Both paired perfectly with the super savory pork! I also liked using the remaining dressing off the papaya salad to dip and accompany the rice as it wasn't nearly as strong as the vinegar.
I tried bites from my friends' dishes and some really hit! The happy chicken was a must order but the happy ribs is a miss. The chicken was so crispy yet so juicy but the ribs were clearly over fried and so dry. The kai kata is unique! Getting a bite with the baguette, ground pork, Chinese sausage and creamy egg is really something to experience at least once!
Among the rest of my friends (aka the other side of the table), reviews were mixed. Both friends that ordered the shitake chicken rice bowl mentioned that it was a little bland but the one that ordered khao kai jiew gave it a thumbs up. There were also two thumbs up for the the "it's a joke" jook. By far the worst menu blunder though was the tofu street noodles. My friend said that there was zero flavor. He tried to fix it with a lot of sambal and then soy sauce but it wasn't until we ordered some peanut sauce ($3) that he finally enjoyed his meal.
Our entire meal with gratuity came to about $370. I'd say it's safe to plan that your meal will average about $25 with drinks.
Femi Raymond I.
Delicious food and great service. I’ll be back to try more menu items.
Tyler Austin
Delicious thai food with great, warm and attentive service. I had the khao soi with sliced chicken and loved it. Perfect flavour and great marinated chicken. Would definitely come back here. Also had a thai tea and enjoyed it. My friend got Tom Kha coconut soup and loved it.
David Gardiner
Our server was incredible, and the food was delicious. Our group got like 5 entrees and everything everyone had was so good. The Ga-Prao Basil and Chili Chicken was 🔥
Sarah Paik
Great food and ambiance!! The owners were so nice and attentive and the food was AMAZING. There is also a patio area in the back that is pet-friendly! Definitely a must try.
The crispy pork appetizer was crispy and light, paired well with the sauce. Noodle and rice dishes were solid. Roti dessert was delicious and crispy, the perfect balanced sweet!
Amber Sherry
One of the best experiences I've ever had with Thai food. The crab pad thai and crab fried rice were epic portions and with real crab in huge portions. The Tom Yom soup is to die for!!! Very affordable for the experience you will receive.
Arman Ahmed
Price: reasonably priced by LA standards but a bit pricey relative to other Thai restaurants.
Food: delicious food that was adjusted according to our requests (vegan and soft tofu instead of fried tofu) flavor was great, I only wish the pad kee mao had been a bit spicier.
Service: attentive and fast service, really welcoming and friendly.
Vibes: quite different from the interiors of other Thai restaurants, it’s more on the minimalistic side, but still a warm atmosphere.
Would definitely recommend!
Jennifer Michels
Otus Thai kitchen rocks it!!
I stopped there on a Saturday afternoon for a late lunch, starving, & had a great experience. Chinese short ribs w ribs and broth were tasty, and my Thai tea was the perfect pick me up. It's a warm, cozy lunch spot, perfect for hanging out w others or by oneself.
James
This place is my go to when I feel like eating out. Everything on the menu is delicious and the service is excellent. I especially like the Brioche French Toast if I’m dining in the morning, it is out of this world. Pair it with their gourmet
Coffee, it’s a great way to start the morning. As for as lunch and dinner I tend to lean toward the Kai-Kata, Khao Man Gai and or the Happy Ribs. Can’t get enough of this restaurant. 5 stars
Jamie
Their food seemed authentic but the ambiance is very modern — clean, simple!
We got Thai fried rice (can’t remember the exact name) and something from the breakfast menu (can’t remember the name... 😓). Both dishes were two thumbs up!!! 👍🏻 the fried rice was flavorful and the skewers in the breakfast dish was.... SO juicy and seasoned all the way to the core; you get a mouthful of flavor + juice in every bite!! Plus the charted taste.... wow. The dipping sauce was very limey and delicious, too!! My mouth is watering as I explain...!
The sticky rice was a bit hard but not too bad.
Their Thai coffee and mocha were good, too! (They have an actual espresso machine!!)
(We parked on the street in residential area next to the Ralph’s - parking wasn’t too hard, on a Sunday late morning)
Kristine Morcos
Otus is a wonderful local spot. The dining room is well arranged using white/neutral colors making the space feel open and clean.
The service is unpretentious, friendly, and fast.
Another notable plus to Otus is their thoughtful wine list filled with natural and organic wines.
The food has good flavor, mild and balanced spice/heat, and quite simply tasty. Their is only one reason why it gets 4 stars instead of 5. All the meats were tough. The happy ribs were bite size with plenty of surface area making each piece vulnerable to overcooking, leaving the soft center sparse. The chicken in the Tom Kha soup was all white meat, thinly sliced and to no fault of its own, over-boiled by the broth. Finally we had the pad thai with crispy pork belly; while this was the most tender and crispy, there were still parts that were too chewy to my liking.
As I deliver this review I recognize that it may be unfair as the meats were possibly prepared as they should be, and my preference is influenced by a culture that glorifies medium/rare meat.
Toriya Seed
Wonderful! If I can I will give 10 from 5.
Our dishes were prepared pretty fast, so we didn’t wait a long. The portion is so big, but it was so delicious that I didn’t want to leave any leftovers at my dish.
Waiter is so welcoming and friendly 🥰 Feels that you came not as guest but as friend.
Thank you very much! See you next time ❤️
angelepatino
This is absolutely one one my favorite places in my neighborhood. Started coming here after things started to re-open. From my first visit, the own was very welcoming and explained the menu to us. Also made suggestions. Every time I visit, I literally leave with a happy belly. Hehe. I try to change things up and I always leave satisfied. I love the vibe inside but also the back patio area. Staff is always so friendly and other customers always seem like they are having a great experience also. They also have adult beverages. Hehe. Please have a meal here. You will not regret it. -@angelepatino
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