Photo via Google, Emporium ThaiEmporium Thai
- Hours
- Today: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Getting there
- On Westwood Boulevard south of UCLA, in an unremarkable strip mall with parking out front
Why it’s in the log
Emporium Thai sits in one of the small storefronts along Westwood Boulevard, the kind of address that gives nothing away from outside. Inside, the menu leans Southern Thai rather than the sweeter, more familiar dishes most LA Thai spots default to — heavier on funk and heat.
The crab omelette (khai jeaw poo) is the dish regulars order, a loose, savory omelette folded around lump crab and served over rice. It's not on every table, but it's the thing that keeps people driving across town for a strip-mall lunch.
Go at lunch on a weekday if a quiet room matters — dinner service pulls a steady crowd of UCLA-area regulars who clearly already know the menu.
What people said recently
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“Outstanding Thai food. The Phuket wings are a must-try! Really great atmosphere too, which is great for anything ranging from casual lunches to romantic dinners. They have a cool wall showing all of the celebrities that have dined here.…”
“We came to Emporium Thai for their Dine LA set recently with a reservation for three people. Despite having made a reservation, we were sat at a table for two, and even when other tables were available for 3-4 people, we were not allowed…”
“My whole experience from the start to the end was incredible. The owner, John has such a big heart and introduced us the absolute best Thai spot in all of Los Angeles! Their wing sauce recipe is 3 generations in the making, and you can…”