E-san Rod Sap - Anaheim

THAILAND LAOS Excerpt from Eat the World Los Angeles: The restaurant connected to the Thai Laos Market in Anaheim is the type of place that will be circulated as hidden or some sort of secret, but the name is right there in the front window. The only people it hides from are the folks that do not read Thai language. That being said, the old script on the old strip mall facade of the market itself is more than enough for the curious passerby to wander in and check out what is happening inside. While there are many delicious options for both Thai and Lao dishes available à la carte, it is that steam table that should take your focus on a weekday lunch. The lunch dinner combo express is available all day and includes jasmine rice and either two options for $6.50 or three for $7.50. Extra items on top of this are only $2. This way of eating, or type of establishment is often referred to as khao rad kang, literally meaning curry over rice but signifying here that you get rice as well as some other choices. Some plate combinations here would never be found in Thailand because they include dishes from Laos and southern Thailand that would not be cooked by the same folks. But they do it all here, and so far to pretty good effect.

Beautiful market with Southeast Asian products and ingredients. Very nice staff. Love her very list costs 2 items combos.

This is obviously one of the most pleasant restaurants in the area. Whenever I come to this place, I am remarkably happy. They receive their very high service and the top level of food they offer. You can never go wrong with this restaurant. Very recommended.

It's so good, I had to learn how to do it yourself and learn more about Thai culture. Sharon is amazing, and every new dish I get is amazing. This is one of my favorite restaurants, hands down!

Just go here. But bring your cash. Real authentic Thai/Laotian cuisine. A good way to tell if a place is authentic is to see who else eats there. This place was busy with local families and older couples when I went for a late lunch on Saturday, so I knew it was going to be good. This restaurant is in a tiny strip plaza attached to it's storefront, so if you can't find any parking in the front, head behind the building and you will find plenty of parking. This is essentially a hole in the wall place, so scrub out all you want while you nurse your hangover. If this is your situation, I recommend any of their noodle dishes. The most popular one is their Boat Noodles. Hearty beef broth, rice noodles, and beef meatballs. The Duck Noodle Soup is also hearty and delicious, with the broth having a little more tanginess. If you're a spice thrill-seeker, try their Tom Yum Soup. Made fresh to order and full of shrimp and vegetables, you'll be sweating out last night's shenanigans no problem. Into steak? Order their Crying Tiger Steak. Super tender, chargrilled, and plated with a smokey chili oil dipping sauce. The chef/s are amazing here, so you really can't lose with anything on the menu. Oh, and don't forget the Thai tea :