Anajak Thai

06/12/10

Another Perfect Meal

by Mike the Printer at Citysearch

My first Thai experience. Back in 1982, Thai food was not known in the valley. It is a night I can't forget for two reasons: One, my dad told my brother that opening a coffee shop would never be profitable; and two, my first experience at Anajak Thai. Since we didn't know anything about Thai food, we let Ricky pick the menu. We were delighted. I don't remember what we ate in 1982, but I do remember that we loved the experience.

Last night I took my wife back to Anajak Thai. I think that the main change is that Ricky and I both are middle age and it is probably too late for my brother to start that chain of coffee houses. The food was absolutely perfect. The smoothest and lightest curry that I have ever had. I beg you to give Anajak a try.

• Pros: Really Great Quality Food

03/08/10

Only Thai We'll Eat.

by erinm at Citysearch

My family has been eating here for almost 10 years and won't eat at other Thai restaurants. As my husband said last week when we were there: "this is probably the best food I've had" (he's eaten at yummy places all over the world). We love the owners and they seem to know or get to know everyone that walks in the door (unless it's a busy Saturday night). Our favorites are the Shrimp Superb appetizer, tempura sushi, and any of the curry dishes. I'm drooling just thinking about it!

• Pros: delicious, great atmosphere, fabulous owners

03/04/09

G-Good

by CSMobileUser2 at Citysearch

The food is good.

12/23/08

15 Years and Still Going

by GaryLerch at Citysearch

I have eaten at Anajak for over 15 years. The food is consistantly good with several specialties I would highly recommend. Don't miss the Chan Ram, Pad Thai, Seafood Soup for Two, and The Chicken Curry (if you like spicey food). Also don't miss their Thai Iced Tea unless you are on a diet. The staff has always been excellent and with dinner for my wife and I under $30 (more if you have a glass of Plum Wine or Beer)

you can't go wrong.

• Pros: Food
• Cons: Parking

11/28/08

One of my favorite resturants period. Don't forget the chicken cups!!!!

by Brad23 at Citysearch

If you're looking for great Thai food in the valley, look no further than Anajak Thai in Sherman Oaks. I've been going to Anajak now for about two years, and every time I go, I am more than pleased with my dining experience. There is no other Thai food place at which I would rather eat.

One of the signature dishes at Anajak is their Kratong Tong appetizers. Or, as I always call them, chicken cups. Kratong Tong are small pastry cups filled with minced chicken and vegetables along with a sweet peanut sauce. There are eight to an order and they also come with a plum sauce on the side, but I like to throw some spicy chili garlic sauce on them too. The first thing I do every time I go to Anajak is order a beer along with an order of chicken cups.

The entrees are delicious as well. Usually I order the spicy green curry with chicken and roti. Roti is a pastry roll almost like a crepe over which you pour the curry and chicken. The curry is spicy, with a touch of mint flavor, but still mild enough for the timid. My other favorite is the Massaman curry, which is a brown curry with potatoes and roasted peanuts. It's especially delicious with beef served over steamed rice.

The atmosphere at Anajak is nice and cozy. Chef Ricky and his wife seem to know everyone who walks in, as they personally greet them. Anyone there for the first time is made to feel very much at home. Whenever I am done with my meal, Chef Ricky always finds the time to come out and say goodbye and wish me well, as he does with all of his regular customers. Anajak is a pleasant place for bringing a date or the whole family.

Overall, Anajak Thai is not only my favorite Thai food restaurant but one of my favorite restaurants, period. I would highly recommend it to anyone who likes Thai food. Trust me on this, once you taste the chicken cups you'll be a regular at Anajak just like me.