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Chao Krung, LA’s oldest existing Thai restaurant, debuts new curry night rooted in tradition
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· August 28, 2026
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Key points This restaurant has a notable history, dating back to 1969 when it first opened. The event, called Kanom Jeen Curry Night, features a trio of curries served with fresh herbs, bean sprouts, and rice noodles.
A long-standing Thai restaurant has introduced a new curry night based on traditional recipes. The event, called Kanom Jeen Curry Night, features a trio of curries served with fresh herbs, bean sprouts, and rice noodles. This restaurant has a notable history, dating back to 1969 when it first opened. At that time, the owners had to offer Chinese dishes to familiarize customers with the unfamiliar Thai cuisine.
The restaurant initially catered to a scattered Thai community. Details about the restaurant's history and its new curry night are available. The introduction of Thai food to the area was gradual, with the owners slowly introducing traditional dishes to their customers.
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Category: business Published: August 28, 2026 Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) Reading time: 1 min
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