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The Silver Lake House
Master Critic Review
The Silver Lake House
8.3
Chef Kong Wijitsunthornkun brings family recipes from Bangkok's markets to Silver Lake's charming garden patio. The wonton pad thai innovates with crispy textures, while tom kha soup showcases refined galangal-coconut balance. String-lit outdoor dining and lunch specials starting at $7.95 make this Thai Select-certified spot a neighborhood treasure.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wonton Pad Thai, Tom Kha Soup, Mango Sticky Rice
Scores:
Value: 8.1
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 8.7
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: Thai Select certification and enchanting garden patio with string lights
Who should go: Families and couples seeking authentic Thai in cozy outdoor setting
When to visit: Weekday lunch 11:30-3pm for $7.95+ specials with egg roll
What to order: Wonton pad thai, basil stir-fry with fried egg, khao soi
Insider tip: BYOB friendly with 7-Eleven on the corner for wine runs
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on Sunset Junction - easier weekday lunch, challenging evenings. Residential streets one block north typically have spots
Dress code: Ultra casual - tank tops and flip flops totally fine for the patio
Noise level: Quiet to moderate - intimate garden setting perfect for conversation
Weekend wait: 15-30 min peak times (6:30-8pm), but patio bar seating usually available
Weekday lunch: Walk right in - lunch specials make it worth the visit
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - extensive options including tofu/veggie versions of most dishes
Vegan options: Yes - can modify most dishes, just specify no fish sauce/oyster sauce
Gluten-free options: Limited - rice dishes work, but noodles and most sauces contain gluten
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Perfect for casual first dates - string-lit garden patio is romantic without being stuffy, prices won't stress anyone's budget, and BYOB lets you bring a nice bottle to impress. Skip if you want somewhere louder to ease awkward silences
Can I get a table without a reservation? Weekday lunch and early dinner (before 6pm) - yes, walk right in. Weekend dinner - call ahead or expect 15-30 min wait for patio tables. Bar seating at the patio usually available as backup
Is it kid-friendly? Very - outdoor patio means kids can be a bit louder without disturbing others, mild dish options available, and lunch specials keep family meal costs down. High chairs available
How does the lunch special work? $7.95-$12.95 gets you an entrée plus egg roll, served 11:30am-3pm weekdays. It's one of the best Thai lunch deals in LA - same quality as dinner for half the price
What's the BYOB situation? No corkage fee, and there's a 7-Eleven literally on the corner. Grab wine before you arrive - it's part of the neighborhood charm and saves you $20-40 on drinks
Best For
Better for: Neighborhood gem atmosphere over flash - better than tourist-heavy Thai Town spots if you want authentic food without the scene. Garden patio beats cramped indoor-only competitors. BYOB makes it more affordable than liquor-licensed Thai restaurants
Skip if: You want white-tablecloth Thai fine dining (try Luv2Eat instead), need extensive gluten-free options, or want trendy fusion dishes - this is traditional Bangkok recipes done right, not Instagram-bait innovations