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born in Saraburi (located two hours north of Bangkok), and immigrated to the United States in the year 2000. While working as a web developer, he and Anita often spent their spare time perfecting recipes from Thailand that were harder to find in the United States. At the urging of friends and family, they made the decision to open Manaao in 2022 and began searching for the perfect place. Ultimately, they chose Tustin, due to its ideal accessibility from most of Orange County. We welcome you to join us to experience our authentic recipes showcasing the full range of Thai cuisine.
Hours
| Thursday | 11 AM–3 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–3 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–3 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–3 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–3 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–3 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 13842 Newport Ave Unit F, Tustin, CA 92780
Phone: (949) 818-8424
Website: http://eatmanaao.com/
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Reviews
SLW
We finally tried this Thai restaurant that we’ve heard about for a long time, and wow—it completely lived up to the hype. I honestly never thought Thai food could be this good.
We ordered a lot (for four people ): crab fried rice, pad see ew, soft shell crab papaya salad, fried fish fillet in grilled spicy herb salad, grilled pork jowl, Chu Chee curry with fried catfish fillet, and creamy tom yum shrimp.
For dessert, we went all out: durian coconut ice cream, mango sticky rice, coconut ice cream, and Thai pandan custard with coconut ice cream on Cream Pan’s premium white toast.
Every single dish was good. Yes, the prices are on the higher side compared to typical Thai restaurants, but once the first dish hit the table, all four of us were like, “Man… this is SO good.” The Chu Chee curry with fried catfish immediately stood out—rich, fragrant, and perfectly balanced. This is definitely not a regular Thai restaurant. Each dish has its own specialty and feels thoughtfully crafted.
The portions are generous, which helps justify the price. We ordered so much food and still couldn’t finish everything.
Top 4 dishes (savory):
1. Chu Chee curry with fried catfish
2. Grilled pork jowl
3. Fried fish fillet in grilled spicy herb salad
4. Crab fried rice
As for dessert, the clear top pick is the durian coconut ice cream—creamy, fragrant, and perfectly balanced. Even if you’re on the fence about durian, this one is a must-try.
First time here, but definitely not the last. We’ll be coming back more often, and I heard they’re opening a new location at Irvine Spectrum soon—yay, much closer to me! There are still so many dishes we want to try. Totally worth the price if you ask me.
… moreWe ordered a lot (for four people ): crab fried rice, pad see ew, soft shell crab papaya salad, fried fish fillet in grilled spicy herb salad, grilled pork jowl, Chu Chee curry with fried catfish fillet, and creamy tom yum shrimp.
For dessert, we went all out: durian coconut ice cream, mango sticky rice, coconut ice cream, and Thai pandan custard with coconut ice cream on Cream Pan’s premium white toast.
Every single dish was good. Yes, the prices are on the higher side compared to typical Thai restaurants, but once the first dish hit the table, all four of us were like, “Man… this is SO good.” The Chu Chee curry with fried catfish immediately stood out—rich, fragrant, and perfectly balanced. This is definitely not a regular Thai restaurant. Each dish has its own specialty and feels thoughtfully crafted.
The portions are generous, which helps justify the price. We ordered so much food and still couldn’t finish everything.
Top 4 dishes (savory):
1. Chu Chee curry with fried catfish
2. Grilled pork jowl
3. Fried fish fillet in grilled spicy herb salad
4. Crab fried rice
As for dessert, the clear top pick is the durian coconut ice cream—creamy, fragrant, and perfectly balanced. Even if you’re on the fence about durian, this one is a must-try.
First time here, but definitely not the last. We’ll be coming back more often, and I heard they’re opening a new location at Irvine Spectrum soon—yay, much closer to me! There are still so many dishes we want to try. Totally worth the price if you ask me.
Linda
Came here for dinner. Didn’t have to wait long since we got there at a good time before the dinner rush came along. The staff were friendly and attentive. Food came out at a reasonable time and was delicious. The decor is also pretty and modernized too, much more spacious compared to before
… moreNancy Nguyen
Finally got the try this place (I’ve tried before but there’s a huge wait if you don’t go early or waitlist ahead of time)
Food:
Green curry with beef ribeye – 5/5
The meat and curry was flavorful and the roti was crispy and delicious!
Crispy Pork with Pad See Ew – 4/5
Pad see ew was good but crispy pork was under seasoned a bit but it was still crispy and good!
Morning Glory – 5/5
One of my favorite veggies to get stir fried!
Their menu has so many other dishes and I can’t wait to go back and try more!
Service was great! Super attentive and the food came out fast. Restaurant was spacious and had cute decor! Great lighting.
Bonus – their Thai tea with lime is so good!!
… moreFood:
Green curry with beef ribeye – 5/5
The meat and curry was flavorful and the roti was crispy and delicious!
Crispy Pork with Pad See Ew – 4/5
Pad see ew was good but crispy pork was under seasoned a bit but it was still crispy and good!
Morning Glory – 5/5
One of my favorite veggies to get stir fried!
Their menu has so many other dishes and I can’t wait to go back and try more!
Service was great! Super attentive and the food came out fast. Restaurant was spacious and had cute decor! Great lighting.
Bonus – their Thai tea with lime is so good!!
Clara
Was finally able to get a table here after trying a few times previously. we arrived right before they opened and were sat very quickly upon opening. There were lots of items on the menu that were familiar, and lots that I had never seen before at other Thai restaurants. I am a sucker for Thai tea, so when I saw they had a Thai iced green tea on the menu, I had to get it, and it was awesome! As for food, we opted to do family style so that we could try more than just one thing. We started with the roti, which was very good. Then we shared the khao soi with braised beef, crab fried rice, and the creamy tom yum shrimp soup – all of which I found to be fantastic. My favorite was the tom yum, it was the perfect balance of flavors, but all of the dishes were great. For dessert, we saw that they had durian ice cream on the menu, so we opted to try that as we had never had durian before. The ice cream came with a durian on top and it was great! I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to try a variety of Thai dishes. The only setback is that this place is very popular so getting a table is quite difficult if you don’t join the waitlist online or in person immediately when it opens. But, it’s popular for a reason! Very good food and great service!
… moreMike P
Manaao in Tustin is a flavor-packed gem, but fair warning: it can get PACKED, so come early if you want a shot at a short wait. I went for the Khao Soi Noodle with soft shell crab, and wow, the soup was so rich and flavorful I slurped it all up once I finished my noodles—no shame. The Thai iced tea was a refreshing companion, and the rice balls in coconut cream with coconut ice cream? Solid.
The only downside? Service can be a little slow, and I may or may not have stared at an empty water glass for a while. But hey, the food is worth it! Just brace for the wait and maybe bring a book to pass the time.
… moreThe only downside? Service can be a little slow, and I may or may not have stared at an empty water glass for a while. But hey, the food is worth it! Just brace for the wait and maybe bring a book to pass the time.
Mike Liu
solid thai spot with a wide menu representing different regions of thailand. their khao soi has also won best dish 2024 in tustin.
… moreBo Ren
Amazing Thai food. The handwritten notes are just for my personal reference—I hope they’re still readable. Every single one is highly recommended.
… moreRhoda Asante
The atmosphere and the food was very very good. I will go there again. Just note it is best to make a reservation before hand. Otherwise you might be waiting for a while to be seated. The food does not disappoint so the wait might be worth it. We ordered the Thai Hanaian Rice with chicken, fried chicken, and Drunken noodles with crispy pork belly. For drinks we had Singha Thai beer, sprite and Thai iced tea. Everything was authentic.
… morePichet Sithiamnuai
As a Thai, I’d say that Manaao food quality is as good as any top restaurants in Thailand. As we are about to leave our son attending first year of uni, he would like Thai food. Luckily, my cousin suggested Manaao. We all enjoyed the food and would strongly recommend to all Thai food lovers.
… moreNick Wong (NickGaming)
Top 3 Thai restaurants in my opinion. a slight disadvantage is waiting time and the parking lot is small. However, it’s worth the wait for the basic food quality. Service here is good and friendly. They seem to enjoy the job of servicing customers. We ordered a lot of items, and I recommended Mango Sticky Rice, Khao Soi (Soft Shell Crabs), Crab Fried Rice (The Best), Mama Tom Yun Hot Pot. Chicken Skin and Crying Tiger is also decent. For the drinks, Tom Kha Beer is pretty good in my opinion but I believe it’s not for everyone tho. Overall, it’s a good experience, and I will come back to eat if I am near the area.
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