The Most Delicious Thai in New York

Zest Sushi

★★★★☆ 4.3 (988) • $$

"Delicious and cheap for happy hour. Got salmon avocado, shrimp tempura, and eel cucumber sushi and miso soup! Will come back."

Somtum Der

★★★★☆ 4.1 (955) • $$

"Solid but nothing spectacular. We tried their signature fried chicken which had a new taste and texture but nothing overly flavored. Their signature noodles were delicious- would recommend you getting! And then the fried pork was also unique and would recommend.Made a reservation so there was no wait."

Wayla

★★★★☆ 4.4 (727) • $$$

"Great fancy thai restaurant in a basement in the lower east side. Very cool atmosphere. The service was super friendly and knowledgeable. The food was great. The following were ordered:- Kanang Pad Krapow: brussel sprouts , holy basil, chillies (excellent)- Tua Pad Prik Khing: wok-fried long beans, tofu, galangal chili paste (very good)- Maas Gaeng Pak (excellent ): home style veggies, yellow curry, chili Overall recommend!"

Mitr Thai

★★★★★ 4.6 (652)

"After watching Mufasa, my date and I were looking for a restaurant open late, and I was really in the mood for Thai food. That's when I found Mitr Thai, and with all the great reviews, I was excited to see what the hype was about!The menu was a bit overwhelming at first because it includes dishes from different parts of Asia, with the names in their native languages and English descriptions underneath. Instead of spending time deciding, we let our waitress pick our food--whatever was popular, tasted amazing, and what people usually order.Honestly, I couldn't even tell you the name of the dishes or appetizers we got, but let's just say everything was absolutely delicious! The flavors were on point, well-balanced, and authentic--definitely some of the best Thai food I've had in a while.Even though we got there right before closing, the service was A1--super friendly and attentive. The ambiance was cozy, clean, and perfect for a date night or even just hanging out with friends.I'd definitely go back, especially when we have more time to fully enjoy the experience. If you're looking for quality Thai food, great service, and a nice atmosphere, Mitr Thai is the place to go!"

Topaz Thai Authentic

★★★★☆ 3.5 (976) • $$

"Good Thai food. Service is quick. We were four after the NYC marathon and quickly got a table and served. Cocktails were decent. Place looks clean and smartly decorated."

LumLum

★★★★☆ 4.4 (608) • $$

"Walking into this tiny establishment on an offshoot side street from the usual lively restaurant row scene you are immediately bodied by the fish sauce which permeates the entire tiki beach themed place in coziness. It's an escape from the norm especially in the brutal cold of January. I've honestly not tried the standard "Thai" fare here that everyone gravitates to for take out and delivery. Putting aside those noodle and curry dishes I found myself coming back here for their whole fish dishes.I'm obsessed with whole fish bones and all. They make a steamed and a fried fish. I prefer steamed fish but they pair their fried fish in Chuu chee curry which just slaps like never before. The chilis. The curry sauce under the fish. I'll eat the skin even in this scenario because it's 100/10 for someone like me who loves to devour a whole fish. If you walk in it might be difficult to snag a table but I was able to eat at their tiny bar several times.Seating is tiny and I overheard people complaining about this. It's the usual city eatery though so if you aren't accustomed to that than I can't help you. I was able to devour two whole fishes at the bar no problem."

Pranakhon Thai Restaurant

★★★★★ 4.5 (575) • $$

"The place is very busy when we came on a Thursday night without reservations. We were told it was a 30 minutes wait. The waiter seated us by the bar because we didn't want to wait. Staffs were friendly. The place is nice. We order a small crab fried rice which is the best fried we had in a while. The Klui Goong (5 shrimp rolls) were perfectly crispy shrimp rolls with dipping sauce. The shrimp rolls tasted good without the sauce. This restaurant definitely deserves their Michelin stars. Will definitely return by here and next time dressing for the occasion. Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Ambience: 5/5"

Chalong

★★★★★ 4.6 (531) • $$$

"Came here on a busy Friday evening. Came as a party of 3, got lucky that there was a table available. The restaurant was packed and busy This was our first time here, our server gave us great recommendations! He recommended bestsellers.Service was Fast and Delicious food!Ambiance is more darker and sets a mood."

Ginger and Lemongrass

★★★★☆ 4.2 (631) • $$

"Expertly crafted Vietnamese food with additional featured menu items. We ate as a family, and each of us had a delicious plate. The passionfruit mousse and pea flower tea were outstanding. Our soups, helps us cope with the cold. Thank you for making us feel at home."

SAGE

★★★★☆ 3.7 (725) • $$

"Wow! Really really great food here off of a beautiful menu. We started with Thai Meatballs ($6), which were absolutely delicious, followed by Spicy Chicken Wings ($9) which aren't too hot and have a wonderful combination rub & sauce which is pretty addictive, and Pork & Shimp Dumplings ($8) which were also fantastic. We all got the Drunken Noodles with Beef ($14) as our main course and were very happy. My son and his girlfriend come here often because the food is so consistently outstanding. I found the service to be quick, friendly, responsive and professional. This is a terrific restaurant on one of Brooklyn's great neighborhood streets."

Thai Terminal

★★★★☆ 3.8 (651) • $$

"Hanging with a friend, we impulsively decided to stop in to get some lunch before heading back home. Love the decor! The walls were covered with baskets, art and random kitchen utensils and pots. So fun! The waitress/hostess greeted us immediately and led us to our seats. Given that we were the first customers of the day (they had just opened), we pretty much had the pick of the tables. Settling in our seats, she handed us the menus and glasses of water.I LOVED their Bangkok chicken wings. Both crunchy and tender, it was a great start to the meal, followed quickly with the spring roll and the dumplings. The sauces were great and complimented the appetizers well, with a lovely, balanced flavor. My friend ordered the Pad Thai noodles, which she reported as being delicious, and I went with the waitress' suggestion of the Sautéed Healthy Ginger meal, which came with rice in a heart shape. Everything was so good, and the flavors were rich and deep. We happily munched our way through our meal, and the waitress kept stopping by to top off my water anytime it fell to half-full. She was so attentive and kind, and we made sure to express our appreciation in our tip. If you are in the area, I highly suggest eating in rather than take out, as it is a charming environment with really good food."

Zoob Zib Thai Authentic Noodle Bar

★★★★☆ 4 (583) • $$

"This place is excellent! Courteous and fast service! Delicious Thai food! The whole red snapper with garlic sauce is a must! The duck and rice is also superb. I will definitely be back to try more dishes. Efficient service in a cute little spot."

Noodies

★★★★☆ 3.9 (612) • $$

"I had a really great time at this eatery. First things first, they provided great customer service and were very attentive. Though the place was small and we had a reservation, there was actually no need for one because our party of four was seated immediately. While, there could have been more options, they did have an array of different items on the menu. I opted for the crispy duck fried rice which was pretty good and quite fresh. Another great thing about the place was that the food came out very quickly. Although, the place was pretty empty when we arrived, eventually more people came and it became a little crowded soon enough; we were still attended to in an attentive manner. I recommend this place fall small groups or a quick meal."

Chai Thai Kitchen

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (717) • $$

"I had a nice time eating at this restaurant. It is small but clean and comfortable. The service was friendly and welcoming. The food was excellent and the prices were reasonable too. I would recommend this place."

Aroy Dee Thai Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.6 (594) • $$

"If you're searching for authentic Thai cuisine that brings back memories of Thailand or you want a taste of what food in Thailand is like, Aroy Dee Thai Kitchen is the place to go. I've been here 3-4 times already, and I can't wait to come back when I'm in the area.On my first visit, I ordered the green curry, and it had the perfect spice level I was looking for. It gave me flashbacks to my time in Thailand--that's how authentic it tasted. I can't remember the name of the other dish I ordered, but it was equally delicious. And the Thai tea? Absolutely on point, just like any top-tier Thai tea should be.The staff here is fantastic, especially the woman at the counter. She took the time to listen to my stories about my vacation in Thailand, which made the experience even more special.Highly recommend this place for anyone craving a true taste of Thailand."

Thailicious

★★★★★ 4.6 (360) • $$

"First time eating here on a whim-- food was delicious. Staff was really nice as well. We ordered a variety spread of beef drunken noodles, shrimp pad Thai, Tom kha coconut chicken, crab fried rice, Green Papaya Salad, chicken wings, and crispy pork belly. Highlight was the crab fried rice; there was SO much crab meat, and the shrimp pad Thai. Also check in for free crab Rangoon (:"

Nourish

★★★★☆ 4.2 (418) • $$

"This place is hands down the best Thai spot in the neighborhood - trust me, I've tried 'em all. Their spicy seafood fried rice is like a Thai paella packed with seafood. You definitely need to get it. The staff here are amazing too. Super friendly and always on point with service. It's pretty roomy inside, so you can usually just walk in and grab a table. But they take reservations too.Seriously, if you're craving Thai in Prospect Heights, this is the place to go!"

Charoen Krung Thai

★★★★★ 4.7 (310) • $$

"Thai restaurants really knows how to put their dishes together and Charoen Krung Thai might have just won with their presentations! I mean..just look at everything! Don't get me wrong, it's tasted just as good but For drinks we got the yok manii $18 and chor muang $18. Yok manii was my favorite! Even though i knew, I was still surprised by the spicy kick but it a good way! Appetizers were summer rolls $13 and golden puff $10. Unfortunately I couldn't try the summer rolls because it had pork but my friend really liked it. I did however try the sauce that came with it and my god..i need a bucket of that to take home! seriously!As for the entree, there were soooo many options to choose from but we had to opt in for signature dishes. We had the pad-char red snapper $32 and the royal pad thai $26. Red snapper had a tiny kick which was cute but i loved it over more over the pad thai. Speaking of which i was surprised by the amount of shrimp it came with along with 3 jumbo shrimp, most places are very cheap with it!Finished the meal off with a dessert! I was looking forward to the shaved ice but unfortunately all sold out but that's okay because i had ice cream thai style $15. When corn came out the desserts, i didn't know what to expect but wow it paired well with the ice cream..how..idk but i liked it hehe!Nonetheless, i liked the vibe and decor inside! I was by the bartender and he was super nice and very attentive! I would go back to try other things!"

Glur Thai

★★★★☆ 4.4 (342) • $$

"Glur Thai is absolutely delicious. Even amongst the scores of fantastic Thai restaurants in Manhattan, the food here stands out to me.I am a vegetarian, so I'll start off by saying that I've rarely, if ever, see a non-vegetarian restaurant have so many veg-friendly options. The vegetarian options were so dominant on the menu that my friend and I both had a tough time trying to figure out if Glur might just be a fully-veg restaurant. If you eat meat, don't worry, they do have meat options available- but there's just many choices for the herbivores- tempeh, tofu, Impossible meat, vegetables, mock duck, mock chicken- the list goes on and on.I had two dishes here on my visit. For my appetizer, I had the vegetable curry puffs. They were amazing. The pastry crust was wonderfully laminated and light, and the filling was seriously good. It was a spiced blend of corn sweet potatoes, with a hint of sweetness. I highly recommend it even for non-vegetarians.For my main dish, I had the pad gra pow with Impossible meat. I enjoyed this dish so much, I cannot wait to have it again. The basil flavor was strong, it had a slight sweetness, and the chili provided a kick without being overwhelming. The best part of the dish was the use of the ground Impossible meat that provided the more authentic (and satisfying) minced meat texture that is missing when restaurants offer a pad gra pow with cubed tofu. There was a fantastic crispy texture to someof the Impossible meat, almost like it was prepared like a smash-burger where there are crispy, Maillard-blessed edges to the meat. For a vegetarian that doesn't often get to have this, it was awesome.Glur has been added to my go-to list of Thai reataurants in New York. I can't wait to go back and try out more items from the menu."

Sticky Rice

★★★★☆ 3.8 (448) • $$

"We live in the area and have easily passed by this spot hundreds of time, each time saying we should try it soon. Well we finally did. We came here for dinner on a Saturday night and it was pretty busy We were promptly seated even with a reservation. The restaurant itself was a bit dark but worked with their vibe. The papaya salad we ordered was very limey but enjoyable. The fries and wings were delicious. They batter the fries!For our entrees, we got the drunk man noodle and the spicy fried rice with pork belly. We also added a fried egg. The drunk man noodles were delicious and exactly as you'd expect it to taste. The fried rice however, felt a bit on your dry side. The pork belly was definitely dry. They no longer have the duck. Overall this spot is decent. We'd come again."

Lan Larb Chiang Mai

★★★★☆ 4 (382) • $$

"Haven't tried much northern Thai cuisine so decided to check this place out. We ordered a pork dish, chiang mai sausage, a noodle soup dish. Overall the food was delicious! The sausage is quite spicy though, so just a heads up if you don't have good spice tolerance. The waitresses were really nice and even let me practice my thai with them! And the atmosphere was cozy and very lively. Would recommend anyone to try this if they have tried northern Thai food!"

SaiTong Thai

★★★★★ 4.7 (270)

"From the moment my friend and I walked in, we were impressed by the gorgeous interior. We were seated fairly quickly, and the servers were very nice. My friend ordered iced tea, and I ordered iced coffee, both of which were delicious. We also both got the drunken noodles, which were also great. I would definitely go again to try more of their dishes."

Tue Thai Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.7 (435) • $$

"I'm honestly shocked this place isn't rated higher but I do see many rating scores on the 3s to 4.5 but I can only speak to my own experience Found this gem on our way home and got off the subway and we wanted some good asian foodAnd the ambiance was happening and fun and the food was delicious I had the pad Thai and a cocktail which was yummy! Portions were perfect Service was great!"

Ayada Thai - Chelsea Market

★★★★☆ 4.2 (334) • $$

"Excellent, authentic Thai! A group of 6 of us went and all were very pleased with food. I had the seafood papaya and it was so clean, fresh and tasty. Perfect spice as I requested. Others in group really enjoyed the shrimp pad thai, seafood curry. Service was on point and has a warm chic ambiance. Highly recommend!"

Boran

★★★★☆ 4.4 (294) • $$

"After many lackluster experiences, I've found my go-to Thai takeout spot! I've pretty much been happy with everything save for one massive exception-- the seafood ginger dish (squid, shrimp, mussels). It sucked. I recommend you skip it! That aside, it's all good! I've had and enjoyed the pad Thai Boran, pad si ew, red curry, and a chicken dish that I'm not seeing on the menu now but is so moist and comes with yummy sauces. I've never dined in but I've ordered from here at least three times and will continue to do so. Might eventually stop in if I'm in the area!"

Williamsburg Thai Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.1 (314) • $$

"Stumbled into this restaurant while I was hungry. I mean that in the literal sense ; ) Please watch your step as you get in the restaurant. There is an elevated entrance. The back of the restaurant is perfect for a date night or if you want to eat alone and enjoy the atmosphere. The food was flavorful. I had the pleasure of enjoying the lunch special. The waitress was friendly and the bathroom was clean. I will definitely make another visit in the future."

Sappe

★★★★☆ 4.3 (252) • $$$

"Sappe is a really great spot all around...I highly recommend it. First, the food is really good, very creative, and perfectly spiced and seasoned. Second, prices are quite reasonable for what you get. Third the restaurant is very cute and is usually buzzing with a great crowd. Yes it's large, and can be noisy, but the energy is flowing and it's a great vibe inside. Fourth, they do have a few really good specialty cocktails. I want to give a special shout out to the hostess Jean. She is very talented at handling large crowds with grace and charm. She is one of the best hosts / hostesses in the city that I've dealt with. Very pleasant. Thank you for all you do Jean.Overall, if you want fun atmosphere and great food Sappe is a great choice."

Hey Thai

★★★★☆ 4.3 (245) • $$

"1. The place was decorated very nicely. The owner definitely put a lot of thoughts into it. There are five booths that are super comfortable and spacious: it is however reserved for reservations first and then open to walk ins first come first serve.2. The food is great. The staff will explain the menu if you ask and they have another seasonal menu with new dishes. I like spicy dishes and their spices won't disappoint.3. Overall very good service. All the staff were very polite and friendly (which is something that I take very big consideration in when it comes to will I visit again?)"

Kati Thai Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.9 (290) • $$

"Kati Thai near Union Square is a fantastic neighborhood spot that truly delivers on all fronts. One of the highlights is their great happy hour, which is available even on Sundays. It's a perfect way to unwind and enjoy some delicious drinks and bites at a great price.I absolutely loved their mango margarita--refreshing and perfectly balanced, it quickly became a favorite. I also tried their edamame , and they were simply delicious. It had been a while since I enjoyed edamame , and Kati Thai did not disappoint, serving up a flavor-packed treat that brought back fond memories.The atmosphere at Kati Thai is very homey and inviting, making it a perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal. I can't wait to head back and try more of their dishes. If you're around Union Square, I highly recommend checking out Kati Thai. It's a gem of a place with a warm vibe and fantastic offerings."

Dock Asian Eatery

★★★★☆ 4.2 (247) • $$

"Food was delicious. The inside is lovely. Nicely decorated - cool lights. Service was on par for the area. It was a nice bday date before a show."

Malii Gramercy

★★★★★ 4.5 (215) • $$

"A little gem that serves homey delicious Thai cuisine.The tomyum soup with shrimp was a refreshing and citrusy soup. It was a great opener as it wasn't too heavy.The crab fried rice was delicious, and had a generous amount of crab meat. Mixed with the sauce and some lime, each bite is so flavorful.The chicken massamam unfortunately was a little disappointing. A piece without the curry sauce proved to be a little dry and lacking in flavor. I've had better, so I would skip this.The sizzling roti with Thai ice cream was a nice end, something unique! Overall, the decor is very nice. The staff is friendly and service is good. Food, for the price, is very acceptable and I would come back if I'm in the area."

The Thonglor New York

★★★★★ 4.5 (205)

"Food:Food was absolutely amazing! I'm always on the lookout for the best thai restaurant in NY and this might take the cake for me. I got the Kaeng Jee Juan curry to try something new and I was not disappointed. If you're a fan of green curry, I think you'll like this one too. Best Pineapple fried rice I have had! The pineapple was so fresh and juicy. Rice was cooked perfectly. Wait: We got there 10 mins after opening and there were two 2 person tables left. If you don't want to wait, I think you'll have to get there as soon as it opens. It's a small restaurant with maybe 16ish seats."

Chop Shop

★★★★☆ 3.8 (280) • $$

"File under "Don't Judge a Book By Its Cover" - because you'd never even realize this was a restaurant when walking by and even after you knew... you might be inclined to keep walking to find something a bit more 'bright' and 'inviting'.  (And you'd totally miss out on a great little joint.)I'm a lower middle-class Jersey guy - what the heck do I know about cocktails?  But I dove right into one ("Jade Collins") and it was firing on all cylinders.  Crisp, clean, strong enough to knock over an ox.Then we got a handful of apps - everyone else swore by all the ones they'd had - but I just tried the Salt & Pepper Shrimp and... sweet baby Jesus, this little plate had a wicked amount of flavor from every angle.  "Aggressively seasoned" might be an understatement.  Wild.Onto the mains and I ventured towards their Spicy Drunken Noodle (my go-to whenever I'm hitting a Thai restaurant on my home turf) and... yeah, you probably guessed it - incredible.Not the biggest portion but they made every single component sing with flavor.With so much going on - of course I needed to indulge with another drink (hey, I wasn't driving!).There were six of us, it came to about $100 a person... welcome to NYC.But we did get a wide selection of plates/food and those two drinks accounted for about $40 of my tab.(And you'll never see such a heavy wine pour at a restaurant... they filled the glass almost to the rim - which was not even something I'd do for myself when I'm home.)Definitely recommended."

MISC

★★★★☆ 3.9 (262) • $$

"Went on a date last night I never tried it. The food always smells good while passing by.. it is very small, but nice ambience & full bar. appetizers, we got the calamari fritters it was pretty good. It was whole calamari rings fried a fritter extremely crispy and delicious with two sauces that were provided. course I got salmon and for my protein and the fried rice was delicious the date got the Tiger shrimp with rice and stirfry vegetables. Omg the sauce was so hot and spicy but delicious. I want to try this place to try all dishes the food is fresh tasty & quickly made. For the drinks I opted for tequila. Sunrise was a delicious my date got a Mojito. He didn't like it and returned it for an old-fashioned and at the end I got a lychee martini which the waiter advised! Definitely returning"

One Two Thai

★★★★☆ 4.2 (224) • $$

"Like many of New York's smaller establishments we would not have found this place except for Yelp. The windows and doors are insulated for the winter with imaginative homemade decor that is inviting. When you walk in, the place is playing Thai music! Service: The staff was friendly and attentiveFood: pineapple fried rice was tasty (but no pineapple shel as on the menu - I felt deceived ), pork green curry had a good kick and the veggies were not watery, papaya salad was refreshing and has my mouth watering as I think about it, and the tofu pad see ew had nice amounts of Chinese Broccoli. It was exactly what we wanted on a cold Thanksgiving weekend."