Anajak Thai Cuisine

"You likely don't need me to recommend Anajak Thai in Sherman Oaks—it’s a mainstay on every “best restaurant in L.A.” list out there. But I’ll do it anyway. This family-owned restaurant challenges every notion that Thai food is best enjoyed as takeout and elevates it to Michelin-worthy cuisine (once a month, they even offer their own take on an omakase experience). It’s tough getting a reservation—set your Resy alert!—but on Tuesdays, they have a no-reservation Thai taco night. " —Elise Taylor"

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"Anajak has been operating in Sherman Oaks for over four decades, but only recently became our highest-rated restaurant in the city. Why? For starters, this family-run Thai spot offers two completely different—and incredible—experiences. Come on Tuesdays for dry-aged fish tacos and collaborations with guest chefs, farmers, and foragers. Show up on just about any other night to drink funky natural wine sourced from a Slovenian commune and eat Southern Thai fried chicken you will be thinking about for the rest of your life. There’s no such thing as a dull night at Anajak, so just go whenever you can snag a table the fastest. Aside from early-bird slots at 4pm, Anajak's dinner service is often booked out a week or more in advance. Cancellations happen though, so sign up for notifications or try calling." - brant cox, sylvio martins

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"Anajak has been operating in Sherman Oaks for over four decades, but only recently became our highest-rated restaurant in the city. Why? For starters, you could dine at this family-run Thai spot a hundred times and have a completely different—and incredible—experience each time. Come on Tuesdays for dry-aged fish tacos and collaborations with guest chefs. Show up just about any other night to drink natural wine sourced from a Slovenian commune and eat Southern Thai fried chicken you'll tell your therapist about. Then there’s the omakase—a multi-course, reservation-only experience where outdoor grills shoot twirling embers into the air. There’s no such thing as a dull night at Anajak, so just go whenever you can snag a table the fastest. Aside from early-bird slots at 4pm, Anajak's dinner service is often booked out a week or more in advance. Cancellations happen though, so sign up for notifications or try calling." - brant cox, sylvio martins

"Now in its fifth decade of operation, this beloved family-owned fixture has never been more in-demand. Much of its current acclaim owes, no doubt, to second-generation Chef Justin Pichetrungsi, whose approach hits a sweet spot between minding tradition and walking his own boldly idiosyncratic path. This is amply demonstrated on freewheeling “Thai Taco Tuesdays,” a no-reservations event that draws lines around the block. For additional excitement, one weekend per month, a unique omakase experience is surely one of the city’s most coveted reservations. Whether sampling spot-on versions of Thai classics, or delving into more rarified fare, the warm service, memorable wine list and singularly buzzy atmosphere make for a one-of-a-kind experience." - Michelin Inspector

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"Verdict: Anajak isn’t the highest-rated restaurant on our website by accident. This boundary-pushing Thai restaurant in Sherman Oaks serves some of the best food in LA and is a place everyone should experience in person. Aside from early-bird slots at 4pm, Anajak's dinner service is often booked weeks in advance. Getting a seat at the 14-course omakase is even harder. Cancellations happen though, so sign up for notifications or try calling." - brant cox, sylvio martins