Mae Malai Thai House of Noodles
Traditional Thai fare with a focus on boat noodles.
Aggregated Reviews
4.6
207 reviews
Review Summary
Mae Malai Thai House of Noodles is praised by roughly 90% of reviewers for serving authentic Thai cuisine, with dishes like the Boat noodles and Tom Yum noodles highlighted as flavorful and reminiscent of Bangkok.
About 80% of customers commend the friendly and efficient service, noting staff members, like one referred to as "T," who enhance the dining experience with their welcoming demeanor and helpful recommendations.
Portion sizes and pricing received mixed feedback, with over 20% of reviews mentioning dishes perceived as small or overpriced, particularly when ordering to-go options.
Some discrepancies in service quality arise occasionally, with isolated complaints (about 10% of reviews) touching on issues such as slow service or minor dish preparation concerns, including some food arriving lukewarm or lacking expected flavors.
The overall environment is described as cozy but can get busy, sometimes resulting in wait times, yet with a generally positive atmosphere buttressed by a clean setting and ample parking options.
*This Review is an AI summary based on overall user ratings.
4.6
Food
Top-tier, authentic, flavorful boat noodles. Great Tom Yum, Pad Thai, desserts. Small portions. Other dishes: lukewarm, oily, bland.
Location
Thai Town, LA. Mall location; free, ample parking. Generally clean. Restroom capacity issues at peak times.
Service
Friendly, efficient, quick, and attentive staff/owner. Isolated report of poor, very slow service noted.
Value for Money
Reasonable pricing. Boat noodles small portions. Take-out price concerns, with double menu price for small portion.
Vibe
Small, cozy, lively atmosphere. Very busy and popular with locals and visitors. Frequent wait times.