Hollywood Thai
I write this for Tim Brennan - probably the only white guy I know who loves spicy raw crab as much as I do.
I wouldn’t venture to Hollywood Thai over Jitlada or other places for the full Thai experience, but this place serves spicy raw blue crab on top of a papaya salad! It is #31 on the menu. I still prefer the Korean version, but this is a gem of an option when the craving hits. And this establishment serves food until 4 am for you late-night degenerate types. It also serves heartburn 24 hours a day.
Hollywood Thai, 5241 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90027, (323) 467-0926.