# White Elephant > White Elephant — Thai restaurants in Los Angeles, CA. ## Key facts - **URL**: https://frankiapp.com/business/white-elephant-38289 - **Type**: Restaurants - **Cuisine**: Thai - **Location**: Los Angeles, CA - **Address**: 541 S Spring St Ste 106, Los Angeles, CA 90013, US - **Phone**: 12133950018 - **Website**: https://www.welephant.com/about - **Menu**: https://www.yelp.com/menu/white-elephant-los-angeles - **Coordinates**: 34.04667, -118.25096 - **Claimed**: unclaimed - **Vibes**: Classy, Modern, Intimate ## About White Elephant is an upscale Thai restaurant tucked inside Downtown LA's historic Spring Arcade building at 541 S Spring St. The menu blends traditional Thai flavors with a modern twist, spanning classics like pad thai and drunken noodles alongside inventive dishes such as braised A5 panang curry and garlic sesame salmon. The space is classy and intimate, with beautiful plating that makes every dish feel like an occasion. Guests rave about the creative drink menu, including ube coffee and sweet cream Thai tea. The restaurant suits everything from solo lunches to date nights and group gatherings. ## Hours - Monday: 11am - 8:30pm - Tuesday: 11am - 8:30pm - Wednesday: 11am - 8:30pm - Thursday: 11am - 8:30pm - Friday: 11am - 9pm - Saturday: 11am - 9pm - Sunday: 12pm - 9pm ## Highlights - **Celebrated pad thai** — Reviewers call it one of the best pad thais in LA, with perfect noodle bounce. - **Elevated signatures** — Dishes like braised A5 panang curry bring a refined edge to classic Thai flavors. - **Classy, intimate space** — Set inside a stunning downtown arcade building with gorgeous interior aesthetics. - **Creative drink menu** — Unique sips like ube Thai coffee and $30 all-day bottomless mimosas stand out. ## Amenities - Credit Card - Outdoor Seating - Delivery - Take Out - Wheelchair Friendly - Health Score ## Social - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whiteelephant_thai/?hl=en ## FAQ ### Where is White Elephant located? White Elephant is located at 541 S Spring St, Suite 106, Los Angeles, CA 90013, inside the historic Spring Arcade building in Downtown LA. ### What are White Elephant's hours? White Elephant is open Monday through Thursday from 11:00 AM to 8:30 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Sunday from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM. ### What type of food does White Elephant serve? White Elephant serves elevated Thai cuisine that blends traditional flavors with modern creativity. The menu includes classics like pad thai, pad see ew, and panang curry, alongside more inventive offerings like braised A5 wagyu panang curry, garlic sesame salmon, and salmon belly tartare. For dessert, the mango sticky rice is a crowd favorite. ### What are popular dishes at White Elephant? Diners consistently praise the pad thai, with many calling it the best they have ever tried. Other standouts include the crying tiger steak, Thai basil wings, coconut fried chicken, truffle potato confit, drunken noodles, fried whole branzino, and the braised A5 panang curry. On the drinks side, the ube Thai coffee and sweet cream Thai tea are favorites. ### What is Franki? Franki is a restaurant discovery app that helps you find great places to eat through real video reviews from actual diners. You can browse reviews, photos, and videos of White Elephant on Franki, and earn cash back when you dine there. Download Franki on the App Store or Google Play to start exploring. ### Is White Elephant good for a date night or special occasion? White Elephant is widely praised as one of the best date night spots in LA. The classy, intimate atmosphere, beautiful plating, and modern setting inside the Spring Arcade building create a memorable experience. The restaurant is also well suited for group hangouts, family meals, and solo outings. ### Does White Elephant have outdoor seating? Yes, White Elephant offers outdoor seating, so you can enjoy your meal al fresco in the heart of Downtown LA. ### What is the price range at White Elephant? White Elephant is an upscale casual dining experience, typically around $30 to $50 per person. Reviewers note it is on the pricier side and consistently describe it as worth it. ### How can I contact White Elephant or learn more? You can reach White Elephant by phone at (213) 395-0018 or visit their website at welephant.com to learn more about the restaurant. Follow them on Instagram at @whiteelephant_thai for updates, specials, and a look at their beautifully plated dishes. ## Reviews ### milkita.jpg — 5.0/5 · Feb 24, 2023 Seafood pad thai, crying tiger steak and thai basil wings all delicious! I love how everything has made fresh. The interior was also very nice, and the service was great! ### jenuine_reviews — 3.8/5 · Feb 7, 2024 Thai and stop me from eating all the food here! We tried the following drinks: ✨Sweet cream green tea ✨Sweet cream Thai tea ✨Ube Thai coffee We tried the following food: ✨Basil chicken wings ✨Salmon belly tartare ✨Pad thai with shrimp ✨Garlic sesame salmon ✨Panang curry My favorites were the appetizers! 🍗The chicken wings were so juicy and tasty 🐟The salmon belly tartare was so fresh ### rosie.ate — 5.0/5 · Dec 28, 2023 This is the perfect dinner for a winter date with the best pad thai I’ve ever tried! We also got the fried enoki mushrooms that were delicious and so crispy ### naomisnoshes — 5.0/5 · Jul 26, 2024 White Elephant serves up elevated Thai dishes in a gorgeous location inside of Downtown LA’s Spring Arcade. From classics like pad Thai and pad see ew to more unique dishes like braised A5 panang curry, there is a dish for everyone. The A5 panang is a newer dish to join the menu but an absolute show stopper. The meat was extremely tender and curry was rich and flavorful. It paired perfectly with rice. ### hungrylittlemonsters — 4.3/5 · Jun 29, 2025 Upscale Thai restaurant ### dinaz — 5.0/5 · Jul 20, 2025 So good ### frankiedkk — 5.0/5 · Dec 9, 2025 good thai restaurant ### milkita.jpg — 5.0/5 · Nov 26, 2023 One of the best Thai restaurants in LA! The curry was so creamy and flavorful, the salmon perfectly cooked, the noodles had the perfect bounce, and the aesthetics are absolutely beautiful! Plus they have $30 bottomless mimosa all day every day! ### risa — 5.0/5 · Mar 16, 2024 Located in the Broadway Arcade building is this very nice Thai cuisine. I love the ambience and the vibes and of course the food was outstanding 😍 ### rosie.ate — 5.0/5 · Dec 27, 2024 One of the best pad thais I’ve ever had!