Renu Nakorn - Deliciousness in Norwalk, CA

Tuesday, July 1, 2008

Last month, Pulitzer prize winning writer Jonathan Gold heralded the return of Renu Nakorn Thai Restaurant in Norwalk, California. I. Love. Thai. Food. I just had to try it.

I forgot to bring along Mr. Gold's recommendations, but my friends and I saw they had two pages of Northern Thai dishes so we wanted to get some of these specialties.

Renu Nakorn Thai Restaurant, Norwalk, CA
Som Tum Salad with peanut dressing

Renu Nakorn Thai Restaurant, Norwalk, CA Renu Nakorn Thai Restaurant, Norwalk, CA
Sticky rice in a delightful container

Renu Nakorn Thai Restaurant, Norwalk, CA
Rice Vermicelli Curry (Northern Thai)

Renu Nakorn Thai Restaurant, Norwalk, CA
Ka-Nome-Jean-Nam-Ngyow (sp?) (Rice Vermicelli Curry) in a bowl with condiments of bean sprouts and pickled greens. The pork was tasty, tasty, tasty.

Renu Nakorn Thai Restaurant, Norwalk, CA
Kraphao Eggplant with basil, onions, bell peppers and chili

Renu Nakorn Thai Restaurant, Norwalk, CA
Kang Hung-Lay (Pork Stew Northern Thai Style)

Renu Nakorn Thai Restaurant, Norwalk, CA
The finale. Mango with Sticky Rice. Always a favorite of mine, and their version is incredible. Sticky rice with coconut and sweet, ripe mango. Heaven. I had to break out my Canon macro lens to capture a close-up!

I came home and reread Mr. Gold's review - we didn't get any of his recommendations so we are definitely set to go back and try some more dishes off their extensive menu. If you are ever near the 5 and 605 freeways, stop by this excellent restaurant! (Also, the prices are very reasonable...all this food for $40!)

Renu Nakorn, 13019 E. Rosecrans Ave., Norwalk, (562) 921-2124
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3 comments:

Anonymous said... [Reply to comment]

Now THAT is perfect sticky rice. If only it weren't so out of my way...

jamie said... [Reply to comment]

Oh my... this all looks unbelievable. I love Thai food also... maybe a field trip is in order. :) (And I'm sorry I missed you this weekend!!!!)

Anonymous said... [Reply to comment]

Everything looks so yummy!! The restrurant is definately on the list of the places to visit in my next trip to LA.

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