Torung – Thai
Torung captures the vibrant energy of a bustling street-side eatery, where the air hums with the scent of lemongrass and the rhythmic sizzle of the grill. Guests are treated to a symphony of textures, from the golden, shattering crunch of house-made shrimp cakes and fried wontons to the tender, smoky char of perfectly glazed BBQ chicken and satay. Each meal is anchored by the aromatic steam of zesty Tom Yum, creating an inviting space where bold spices and fresh herbs come together for a truly soulful dining experience.
5657 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood CA 90028 http://torungrestaurant.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Thai
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, low-carb, halal, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, mediterranean, diabetic, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, low-sodium, low-fat, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, atkins, south-beach, high-fiber, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, anti-inflammatory, volumetrics, detox, alkaline, low-fodmap, tlc, renal, macrobiotic, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate the consistently flavorful menu where standout dishes include the exceptional appetizers that frequently serve as a highlight of the meal. Reviewers praise the pleasant, welcoming environment and the prompt, professional service, often recommending a reservation to ensure a spot at what many describe as one of their best recent dining experiences.
Menu
- Shrimp Cakes - $9.95: Breaded shrimp patties fried and served with sweet & sour sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fish Cakes - $9.95: Thai fish cakes fried and served with cucumber salad topped with ground peanuts Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian
- Fried Shrimp - $8.95: Shrimp and vegetables in tempura flour deep fried and served with a sweet & sour sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Fried Wontons - $6.95: Triangle wontons with ground chicken fried and served with sweet & sour sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Renal, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Pork Dumplings - $8.95: Pork dumplings with mushroom and onion. Steamed or fried Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic
- BBQ Chicken - $9.95: Half a bbq chicken roasted and grilled. Served with sweet & sour sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Egg Rolls - $7.95: Marinated glass noodles, cabbage and carrot wrapped in rice paper and deep fried. Served with sweet & sour sauce
- Fresh Rolls - $7.95: Steamed vermicelli noodle, lettuce, cucumber, carrot, basil, and tofu wrapped in rice paper and served with our special sauce
- Satay - $9.95: Chicken or pork skewers marinated in coconut milk & seasonings, pan-fried and served with cucumber salad and peanut sauce
- Tom Yum - $10.95: Clear broth, Thai spicy lemongrass soup with mushrooms
- Tom Yum with Shrimp or Fish - $11.95: Clear broth, Thai spicy lemongrass soup with mushrooms and choice of shrimp or fish Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tom Ka - $10.95: Creamy coconut milk broth, Thai spicy lemongrass soup with mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Tom Ka with Shrimp or Fish - $11.95: Creamy coconut milk broth, Thai spicy lemongrass soup with mushrooms and choice of shrimp or fish Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Potak - $13.95: Spicy combination seafood soup with shrimp, squid, scallops, mussels, imitation crab, and white fish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- WAR - $11.95: Chicken wonton soup with bbq pork, shrimp, chicken, mushroom, bamboo shoots and bok choy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Napa Cabbage Soup - $10.95: A light soup with napa cabbage, ground pork and mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free
- Napa Cabbage Soup with Glass Noodle or Tofu - $11.95: A light soup with napa cabbage, ground pork, mushrooms and choice of glass noodle or tofu Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Seaweed Soup - $10.95: A light soup with seaweed, napa cabbage, celery and ground pork Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach
- House Salad - $8.95: Iceberg lettuce, cucumber, tomato, boiled egg, steamed chicken and bean sprouts topped with crispy wontons and peanut sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Yum Yai - $9.95: Iceberg lettuce, cucumber, tomato, boiled egg, shrimp and chicken topped with sweet & sour dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Yam Beef - $8.95: Spicy beef salad with tomato, cucumber, and onions on top of iceberg lettuce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Detox
- Larb - $8.95: Choice of ground chicken, beef or pork tossed in a spicy & sour sauce with onions and ground rice. Served with cabbage and carrots Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Papaya Salad - $9.95: Shredded green papaya, tomato, green bean, ground peanuts, and seared shrimp tossed in a spicy & sour sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Detox
- Seafood Salad - $9.95: Choice of shrimp or squid spicy salad with red and green onion on top of iceberg lettuce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Low-Fat, Atkins, South-Beach, Volumetrics
- Dancing Shrimp - $9.95: Raw shrimp in a fresh garlic, spicy & sour sauce on top of shredded cabbage Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber
- Glass Noodle Salad - $10.95: Glass noodles, shrimp, squid and ground pork tossed in a spicy & sour sauce with onion and tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach
- BBQ Pork Rice - $12.95: Sliced bbq pork served over white rice with a boiled egg and topped with a sweet sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fried Rice - $11.95: Stir fried rice with egg, tomato and onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Shrimp Fried Rice - $12.95: Stir fried rice with shrimp, egg, tomato and onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Mixed Protein Fried Rice - $13.95: Stir fried rice with mixed protein, egg, tomato and onion Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Pineapple Fried Rice - $12.95: Stir fried rice with water chestnut, cashew nuts, carrots, peas, pineapple and chicken Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Spicy Basil Fried Rice - $11.95: Spicy stir fried rice with basil, red bell pepper, onion and chicken Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Pad Thai - $11.95: Rice noodles stir fried with egg, bean sprout and green onion in a sweet sauce
- Pad See U - $11.95: Flat rice noodles stir fried with egg and broccoli in a sweet & salty sauce
- Pad Kee Mow - $11.95: Spicy pan fried flat rice noodles with egg and broccoli
- Pad Woonsen - $11.95: Glass noodles stir fried with bean sprout, mushroom, egg, onion and tomato
- Torung Noodle - $11.95: Spicy pan fried noodles with egg and bok choy
- Kai Kua - $11.95: Rice noodles stir fried with chicken, egg, bean sprout, and green onion
- Lad Nah - $11.95: Flat rice noodles and broccoli topped with a thick soy bean gravy
- Noodle Soup - $11.95: Thin or flat rice noodles served in your choice of beef or pork broth with scallions and beansprouts
- Bah Mee with Chicken Dumplings - $11.95: Egg noodles served in a soup or dry with bok choy, scallions and chicken dumplings
- Bah Mee with Crab or BBQ Pork - $13.95: Egg noodles served in a soup or dry with bok choy, scallions and choice of crab or bbq pork
- Chow Mein - $11.95: Egg noodles stir fried with mixed vegetables
- Spicy Basil - $9.95: Choice of protein sautéed in a spicy basil sauce with red bell pepper
- Pad Prik Sod - $9.95: Choice of protein sautéed in a spicy sauce with mushroom, onion, and bell pepper
- Cashew Chicken - $9.95: Choice of protein sautéed with cashew nuts, water chestnuts, carrots, peas and onions
- Mongolian Beef - $9.95: Sautéed beef with mushroom, celery, and onion
- Garlic Pepper - $9.95: Choice of meat sautéed in a garlic sauce and served with cucumber and tomatoes
- Ginger Stir Fry - $9.95: Choice of protein sautéed with fresh ginger, mushroom, Serrano chili, onion and bell pepper
- Sweet & Sour Chicken - $10.95: Deep fried chicken pieces tossed in a tangy & sweet orange sauce
- Green Curry - $9.95: Spicy coconut green curry with red bell pepper and bamboo shoots
- Yellow Curry - $9.95: Mild and sweet coconut yellow curry with potatoes, onions, peas and carrots
- Red Curry - $9.95: Spicy coconut red curry with red bell pepper and bamboo shoots
- Panang Curry - $9.95: Mild coconut red curry with peanut sauce
- Prik King - $9.95: String beans sautéed in a kaffir leaf thai chili paste
- Spicy Seafood Combo - $13.95: Shrimp, scallops, squid, imitation crab, white fish, and green clams sautéed in a spicy sauce with onion, ginger, and lemongrass
- Ginger Fish - $11.95: Deep fried Swai fillet topped with ginger sauce and served with steamed vegetables
- Chili Garlic Fish - $11.95: Deep fried Swai fillet topped with a chili garlic sauce and served with steamed vegetables
- Yellow Crab Curry - $11.95: Mild and sweet coconut yellow curry with shredded crab, egg, onion, celery, and bell pepper
- Spicy Eggplant - $9.95: Eggplant sautéed with onion, bell pepper, and basil in a spicy savory sauce
- Sauteed Broccoli - $9.95: American and Chinese broccoli sautéed with fried garlic
- Chop Suey - $9.95: Mixed vegetables stir fried with garlic in a savory sauce
- Suki - $9.95: Glass noodles sauteed with mixed vegetables in a sweet and spicy pink sauce
- Jasmine Rice - $1.5: Steamed jasmine rice
- Garlic Rice - $2: Rice seasoned with garlic
- Peanut Sauce - $1.5: House-made peanut sauce
- Thai Iced Tea - $2.95
- Thai Iced Coffee - $2.95
- Hot Tea - $1.95
- Fountain Soda - $2.95: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Orange Fanta, Pink Lemonade or Raspberry Iced Tea
- Fried Bananas - $7.95: Banana pieces wrapped in wonton sheets, deep fried and coated with powdered sugar. Topped with chocolate sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions about Torung
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include shrimp cakes, fried wontons, BBQ chicken, satay, and zesty Tom Yum, which are frequently highlighted by guests.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Torung is unique for its vibrant street-side atmosphere, exceptional house-made appetizers, and an extensive menu accommodating over thirty specific dietary preferences.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain the specific number of reviews for Torung.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) Thai restaurant offers a casual, welcoming environment reminiscent of a bustling street-side eatery with prompt service.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Torung has an average rating of 4.0/5, with guests frequently praising the flavorful menu and professional service.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Experience this restaurant by making a reservation to enjoy exceptional appetizers like shrimp cakes and BBQ chicken in a welcoming environment.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Torung is an operational Thai restaurant with an active website, although specific daily operating hours are not listed in the data.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Torung offers a pleasant, welcoming, and vibrant street-side atmosphere with prompt service and an energetic, casual dining style.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Yellow Curry and Suki both accommodate vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets, while Garlic Pepper and Spicy Seafood Combo are low-carb and high-protein.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The extensive menu features over 35 dietary options including vegan, gluten-free, and high-protein dishes like Yellow Curry and Spicy Seafood.