The Venice outpost of chef-owner-Wunderkind Kris Yenbamroong's mini-empire specializes in take-no prisoners spicy Thai dishes such as nam khao tod (crispy rice salad with soured pork, raw ginger and peanuts) and larb gai (spicy minced chicken), alongside standard-heat curry, noodle and veggie dishes. Pastrami pad kee mao is pure LA fusion: spicy 'drunken' noodles with pastrami from landmark Langer's Deli.
The giant bottle of water served to each table may seem excessive, but trust us: you'll need it. For dessert, roti with milk – basically fried dough drizzled with creamy icing – is a perfect ending after the spice.
There's a large wine list, or you can bring your own wine or beer ($30 corkage fee).
Seating is first-come first-served and there's often a line out the door. The atmosphere is youthful and welcoming, with colorful oilcloth tablecloths and garlands of fake orchids.
The original Night + Market is on Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood.
