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Rice Street Thai
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Rice Street Thai
8.5
Rice Street Thai Urban Food is a busy strip-mall spot serving Thai street food staples, curries, and creative specials that draw diners from across Southeast L.A. The kitchen leans bold and slightly modern, but keeps flavors familiar enough for weeknight takeout and delivery. It’s the go-to Thai choice in Bell Gardens for both dine-in and app-driven orders.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pad Thai with shrimp, Green curry with chicken, Luk chup dessert bites
Scores:
Value: 8.2
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 6.5
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: High-volume Thai street food hub with bold flavors and delivery reach.
Who should go: Locals craving reliable Thai curries and noodles.
When to visit: Weeknights for shorter waits and smoother takeout pickups.
What to order: Pad Thai shrimp, green curry, crispy spring rolls.
Insider tip: Ask for extra chili-fish sauce on the side to tune heat.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Shared strip-mall lot with plenty of spaces; can fill up during peak dinner hours but turnover is fast.
Dress code: Casual and comfortable; anything from jeans to athleisure is standard.
Noise level: Moderate during peak hours but still manageable for normal conversation.
Weekend wait: 15–25 minutes depending on delivery order volume.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait; quick counter ordering and steady table availability.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Several options including tofu swaps for most noodle and curry dishes.
Vegan options: Possible with modifications; ask for no fish sauce and confirm coconut-based curries.
Gluten-free options: Select curries and some stir-fries can be made gluten free; request gluten-free soy sauce and avoid battered items.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for casual meetups than formal dates; quick service and bright lighting make it more practical than romantic.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—it's counter-service and first-come, first-served. Even during busy periods, turnover is fast enough that tables usually open quickly.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes—casual setting, quick food, and mild spice options make it suitable for families with school-aged kids; limited space may be tight for strollers.
Best For
Better for: Fast, flavorful Thai staples at weeknight-friendly prices, plus strong takeout consistency.
Skip if: You want a slow, sit-down ambiance, specialty regional dishes, or a quieter, more elevated Thai dining experience.
Rice Street Thai
8.5
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Trendy Table Hotspots
Rice Street Thai Urban Food is a high-volume Thai spot in Bell Gardens where locals order everything from Ancient Pad Thai to rich Pho noodle soup. The small dining room runs on friendly, efficient service and consistently bold flavors, with delivery platforms showing thousands of recent orders and strong ratings for both curry and noodle dishes.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho Noodle Soup, Rice Street Noodle, Pad See Eew
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 8.7
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 6.6
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: High-volume Thai kitchen where pho and stir-fry noodles share the spotlight.
Who should go: Dinosaurs wanting big-flavor Thai and pho in one stop.
When to visit: Lunch or early dinner before peak delivery and dine-in rush.
What to order: Pho Noodle Soup, Rice Street Noodle, Pad See Eew.
Insider tip: Spice levels run assertive—order medium first, then adjust next visit.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Small shared lot out front plus street parking along Florence Avenue; spaces fill during peak dinner hours.
Dress code: Casual and comfortable; everyday wear is totally appropriate.
Noise level: Moderate—busy but controlled; normal conversation is possible even during peak periods.
Weekend wait: 15–25 minutes depending on delivery traffic and dine-in turnover.
Weekday lunch: Usually minimal or no wait.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—several stir-fries, curries, and noodle dishes can be made vegetarian upon request.
Vegan options: Limited—some dishes can be made vegan if you request no fish sauce and choose tofu.
Gluten-free options: Some items can be prepared gluten-free, but cross-contact is possible; confirm with staff.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Good for a relaxed, low-pressure date where flavorful dishes and quick service matter more than ambience. Not ideal if you want something quiet or upscale.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—it's walk-in friendly. You may wait briefly during peak dinner hours, especially on weekends, but turnover is fast.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes—families come often. Seating is casual, service is quick, and spice levels can be adjusted for younger diners.
Best For
Better for: Bold flavors, big portions, and fast service when you want Thai dishes and pho under one roof.
Skip if: You want a quieter, more atmospheric dining room or a menu focused exclusively on traditional pho.
Rice Street Thai
8.8
Rice Street Thai Urban Food is a high-volume Thai spot where deep-fried chicken wings and Sriracha wings sit alongside noodle soups and curries. With thousands of recent ratings and steady delivery traffic, it’s become a go-to for crispy, sauce-lacquered wings and big-flavor plates on the Florence Avenue strip.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sriracha Wings, Deep Fried Chicken Wings, Rice Street Samplers
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 8.7
Consistency: 9.1
Food Quality: 9.1
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 8.7
What makes it special: Thai restaurant where crispy wings and noodle bowls share top billing.
Who should go: Wing fans who also crave bold Thai noodles and curries.
When to visit: Lunch or early dinner before peak delivery and dine-in rush.
What to order: Sriracha Wings, Deep Fried Chicken Wings, Ancient Pad Thai.
Insider tip: Order the Rice Street Samplers to try wings alongside several Thai appetizers.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Small shared lot out front plus additional street parking along Florence Avenue; fills quickly during peak dinner hours.
Dress code: Casual and comfortable; anything from jeans to athleisure fits the vibe.
Noise level: Moderate during rush periods with steady takeout traffic, but tables can still hold normal conversation.
Weekend wait: 20–35 minutes during peak hours, especially when delivery orders surge.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait, with many orders handled through pickup and delivery.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — tofu substitutions available for many noodle and rice dishes, plus several veggie appetizers.
Vegan options: Limited — a couple of stir-fry and noodle options can be made vegan upon request; confirm sauces at the counter.
Gluten-free options: Some dishes can be prepared gluten-free, but there is no dedicated prep area; best for diners with mild to moderate sensitivity.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Good for casual or activity-based dates where flavorful wings and noodles fit the mood; less suited for formal, slow-paced dinner dates.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — it’s a walk-in spot and tables generally turn over quickly, though peak dinner hours can require a short wait.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes — families frequent the dining room, portions are generous, and mild noodle or rice dishes work well for younger kids.
Best For
Better for: Crispy Thai-style wings, bold noodle flavors, and fast service in a casual setting with strong delivery reliability.
Skip if: You want a quieter, sit-down Thai experience or strictly traditional wings without Thai seasoning or sauce profiles.