"Pa Ord has opened and closed various branches around Hollywood over the years, but the original location at Sunset and Hobart still holds a place in our hearts, because that’s where you’ll find their legendary soup menu in its full glory. This is the best tom yum in town, brimming with both BBQ'd and ground pork, pork ball, liver, dried shrimp, and your choice of noodles. We like the small rice noodle, so as not to overpower the light, citrusy broth. If you aren’t in the mood for a hot bowl of soup today though, don’t worry. There’s an extensive menu filled with excellent curries, salads, and stir-fries. " - brant cox, arden shore, garrett snyder, nikko duren, sylvio martins