Best Outdoor Dining Thai Restaurants in Palms
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Venice Noodles
Family-run Thai kitchen known for a spice-forward Tom Kha Ramen that fuses Thai soup tradition with rich, layered noodle bowls
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7.8
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Outdoor Dining Oasis
Pet Friendly Paradise
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A family-run Thai noodle shop on Venice Blvd that builds around a spice-forward Tom Kha Ramen — a coconut broth bowl with enough depth to carry a full noodle portion rather than just a soup course. The patio seating and dog-friendly setup make it a low-friction weeknight option for Palms locals who want reliable Thai staples at cash-friendly prices without the drive to Thai Town.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tom Kha Ramen, Drunken Noodles, Mango Sticky Rice
What Makes it Special: Family-run Thai kitchen known for a spice-forward Tom Kha Ramen that fuses Thai soup tradition with rich, layered noodle bowls
7.8
A 30-year Palms fixture that built its reputation on wok-fired noodles and slow-braised proteins—the pad see ew lands with proper char and the pork shank pulls clean off the bone. Works well for family-style ordering where everyone grabs from the center, with a full bar and patio when you want to stretch the meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pad See Ew, Wontons, BBQ Pork
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood Thai spot where pad see ew draws devoted regulars who praise both food and service consistency
A compact Palms cafe running Thai Town-caliber specialties—boat noodles, soft shell crab curry, and a weekend-only breakfast menu with items like jook topped with crispy noodles—in a neighborhood where options beyond basic pad thai are thin. The teal-and-white space is charming but genuinely small, so expect to wait during peak hours and know that portion sizes on some dishes run lean for the price point.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pad Thai, Pad See Ew, Tom Kha
What Makes it Special: Tiny Palms café bringing Thai Town-caliber specialties like boat noodles and soft shell crab curry to the Westside, with a weekend-only breakfast menu you won't find elsewhere in the neighborhood.