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Herb
8.8
A reservation-leaning Thai dining room where Chef Patty Neumson’s cooking runs refined, herb-forward, and plated with intention rather than portion-bomb bravado. The move is to treat it like a paced experience—start with a bright, texture-driven opener, then build into a curry or prix-fixe flow that highlights the kitchen’s balance and control.
Must-Try Dishes:
Betel leaves, Chive dumplings, Coconut curry with chicken
Scores:
Value: 7
Service: 8.6
Consistency: 8.7
Food Quality: 9.2
Atmosphere: 8.7
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: Chef-driven Thai with tasting-menu pacing and high-attention plating.
Who should go: Date-night diners who want a paced meal
When to visit: Weekend reservations or an early seating
What to order: Betel leaves, chive dumplings, coconut curry chicken
Insider tip: Order in courses—don’t stack everything at once.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; limited and competitive in the evenings, especially on weekends. Plan extra time or consider rideshare.
Dress code: Smart casual to dressy. Jeans are fine, but the room and pricing lean toward a polished night-out look.
Noise level: Moderate-low. Designed for conversation; music and room energy stay controlled.
Weekend wait: 30–60 minutes without a reservation; reservations strongly recommended
Weekday lunch: Not applicable or minimal wait depending on service hours
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes – several vegetable-forward starters and mains, with staff guidance helpful for modifications.
Vegan options: Limited – possible with advance notice or clear communication; not a fully vegan-friendly menu.
Gluten-free options: Some naturally gluten-free dishes available; inform the staff to navigate sauces and preparations.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes, if you’re aiming for an elevated, conversation-driven first impression. The pacing, lighting, and service favor connection over distraction.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Sometimes on early weeknights or right at opening, but weekends and prime hours are risky. A reservation is the safer move.
Is it kid-friendly? Not particularly. The menu, pacing, and atmosphere are geared toward adults; better suited for teens than young children.
Best For
Better for: Refined Thai cooking, plated presentation, and a paced dining experience that feels closer to tasting-menu rhythm than casual share plates.
Skip if: You want big portions, fast service, or a casual, spicy comfort-food Thai meal—there are better value and speed-focused options for that.
Herb
8.4
A Thai prix-fixe/tasting-menu specialist where you’re better off letting the kitchen sequence the meal than ordering scattershot. The cooking shines on layered starters and soups, then finishes with curry depth and a clean, fruit-forward dessert lane.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mushroom Soup, Betel Leaf, Mango Sticky Rice
Scores:
Value: 8.6
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 7.3
Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: Thai cooking built around structured prix-fixe tasting formats.
Who should go: Date-night diners who like curated multi-course meals.
When to visit: Weeknights for calmer service and steadier pacing.
What to order: Tasting menu, Betel Leaf, Mushroom Soup.
Insider tip: Commit to the tasting format—à la carte dilutes the flow.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on surrounding residential blocks; generally manageable on weeknights but tighter on weekends after 6pm.
Dress code: Smart casual. Jeans are fine, but most diners lean polished for date nights.
Noise level: Moderate - lively but still easy to hold a conversation across the table.
Weekend wait: 30-45 minutes without a reservation, longer for prime early evening slots.
Weekday lunch: No wait typically; lunch service is calmer and more flexible.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - vegetarian-friendly tasting progression available with advance notice.
Vegan options: Limited - possible with modifications, but requires notifying the restaurant ahead of time.
Gluten-free options: Partial - several naturally gluten-free dishes, but cross-contact is possible.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes, especially if you want something more intentional than a loud bar. The tasting format gives the meal structure and built-in conversation beats.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Sometimes on weeknights or later seatings, but reservations are strongly recommended on weekends due to the pacing of the tasting menu.
Is it kid-friendly? Not really. The tasting format and pacing are better suited to adults; there’s no dedicated kids menu.
Best For
Better for: Curated Thai tasting menus with clear pacing and progression, rather than large à la carte ordering.
Skip if: You want quick, casual Thai food or the flexibility to order multiple mains without committing to a set format.