Rua Thai Restaurant

We had such a delightful experience here!The shrimp donuts are an absolute must-try! They're perfectly crunchy on the outside, soft in the middle, and paired beautifully with the sweet and tangy chili sauce.The duck crepes were equally delicious. The crepes were light and airy, and the smoky-sweet flavor profile was so unique and satisfying.We loved the drinks too! The butterfly pea soda was incredibly refreshing and complemented the meal perfectly. The color-changing lemonade was a magical touch--watching the colors change added so much fun to the experience!The steak was cooked to perfection, with a sauce that delivered a beautiful blend of umami and a subtle hint of spice.The mama tom yum dish was a standout! Imagine a tom yum noodle soup transformed into a stir-fry--it absorbed all the bold, spicy, and tangy flavors of the soup. The dish had just the right amount of spice, and the river prawns, which looked like mini lobsters, added a special touch.To finish, the mango sticky rice was stunningly presented and absolutely delicious. The mangoes were incredibly juicy and sweet--truly the perfect ending to our meal.The portion sizes were generous, and we left feeling completely satisfied. We visited on Christmas Eve, and the cozy ambiance and festive playlist made it feel so homely. This is definitely a great spot for a date night, especially if you want to enjoy amazing food while having a good conversation.Lastly, a special shoutout to our server, who was so attentive and made sure our water glasses were always full.Highly recommended!

I thought about this review a lot and decided I had to give it what it deserved. The 2 stars are for the ambience and the some really nice staff. The server made us drinks pictured on their page, after seeing our fascination looking through the offerings. The rest of the experience left much to be desired. The pictures of the food here are absolutely gorgeous. I don't know how long they were taken, but my expectations were very high. Drinks were beautiful and the appetizers look really amazing. This was not the case.The Roti canai was watery and taste like spiced, coconut milk. I ordered canai, not chai. The flavors of the curry.... completely non-existent. Oh and what was in this separating sauce, might you ask? Four pieces of undercooked, unseasoned, sour potatoes. Roti.... gummy with a deceptive crisp on the outside. I set it aside and tasted my drink, it too was watery, lacking the distinctive flavor of Thai tea, only giving faint hints of milk and cheap alcohol. By this time, I was really sad and hungry. The garlic sauce shrimp arrived.... dry, with pieces of sautéed garlic sprinkled garnish. Once again, zero flavor. This wasn't even the most.... when I requested soy sauce, I was asked why. Whet????? I replied "the dish has no sauce or seasoning." The most was the indignant response, "this isn't a thick sauce. You never..." I cut him off and stated that's fine, thank you for the sauce. Sir. I love REAL Thai food. My apologies for looking at the photos and comparing it to some of the restaurants in the area, thinking this would be even better. I will stick to the spaces where my Folks approve of. Oh... and I was charged an additional $2 for the shrimp in my dish of unseasoned veggies and overcooked white rice. The utter shock and disappointment of my bestie over her favorite dish, massaman curry? I felt horrible for the rec to come here. Never again.

Had dinner at Rua Thai in Brooklyn, and it was a really enjoyable experience. The cozy vibe made it feel super inviting, perfect for a relaxed evening. The prawn noodles were absolutely delicious--so flavorful and perfectly cooked. The duck crepe was another standout, rich and packed with flavor. The larp fries were incredible. I loved the seasoning on it. The branzino was delicious. We love fried fish. The thai iced tea was super tasty as well.I do wish they had mango sticky rice, though--it would've been the perfect way to wrap up the meal. Service was fine, but it seemed like just one person was handling everything. Despite that, I'd definitely go back for the great food and ambiance!

I really loved the decor and ambiance of this place. Was greeted and seated immediately. It wasn't very busy at that point, took a few minutes before someone to come take our order. No biggie, we weren't ready. We had the spring rolls as an appetizer (very delicious) fresh, hot and crispy. We both ordered the shrimp pad see ew, my all time fave, I added salmon to mine. Why I thought it'd be mixed in, I don't know haha, but it was a piece of salmon on he side. My cousin noticed immediately, how her dish looked more flavorful with sauce ( look at the pics to understand). Overall the dish was tasty. To drink we boat tried the floating market,Tequila, elderberry kombucha, lime juice, sour mix with gummy bear garnish. There was no gummy bear garnish, but overall a good drink. I also had the lychee tini, which I enjoyed a bit more. It did take a while for the waitress to check in with us, especially when it was time to pay. But other than that, it was a very pleasant experience and I would definitely visit again.

I've been wanting to try this Thai spot for a while -- the food presentation looks amazing and there's a few trendy menu items I'm guilty of being intrigued by. Came during a weekend afternoon and place was kinda empty. The staff were nice and accommodating. Decor was a mix of culture and modern. Based off pictures, I really wanted to try their Mama Yom Yum Grilled River Pawns special but ended up ordering the Tom Yum Noodles Soup instead. Also got the Crying Tiger and Shrimp Donuts. I was surprised the Tom yum noodles came in a clay pot but the Tom yum soup was just the right balance of sour and savory that I like in authentic tom yum. My choice did not disappoint. The shrimp donuts were crispy and have a generous amount of shrimp. This is a must try appetizer. The Crying Tiger was also delicious. The beef was well flavored. The butterfly pea rice was interesting. Overall, great food and ambiance. Park Slope have some great Thai restaurants and this is definitely a top contender.

Great Thai spot that ranks among the best in the city. Here's what you need to know:1. Excellent portion sizes... we split four dishes between four people and it was portioned perfectly2. Flavorful and spicy... everything here has a great kick. In the best way possible3. If you want to go salad, try something new and get the avocado mango salad. 4. Pad Thai is top 5 in the city easily5. Good service and lowkey ambiance.

Came here for dinner to meet up with a friend visiting from Cali. Overall a wonderful time. Service is friendly and attentive.To start, I had the Spiked Thai Iced Milk Tea ($14) which they added coconut rum to Thai iced milk tea to make it an alcoholic drink. My friend and the Watermelon Mojito ($14) which is decent as well.To start, we ordered the Shrimp Donuts ($13), which is a must order. Also quite unique as I have not seen this offered at any other Thai restaurants. We also ordered the Grilled Chicken Satay ($10) which comes with a peanut sauce. A pretty standard dish.For entrees, we shared the Kai Tod Had Yai ($35). Per menu description, "most popular Thai southern style fried chicken", served with butterfly pea jasmine rice, massaman curry dip and roti flatbread. I like the variety that comes with this dish. We also ordered the Mama Tom Yum Grilled River Prawns ($33) which is grilled shrimp with sautéed tom yum noodles. This is a very IG dish.We ended the night with Fried Banana w Honey ($8). If I wasn't soo stuffed, I would have enjoyed these more. Not too sweet.

I have to preface this review by saying that before Rua Thai, I was scared to venture outside of my local tried and true Thai place (Amy Thai Bistro) which has been my take-out place for the past 5 years, ordering from it at least once a month, and whose food I think is actually better than restaurants I had in Thailand proper. Rua Thai has made me a changed man and has persuaded me that good Thai in Brooklyn lies elsewhere and it doesn't have to be expensive or booji.We made a reservation for a Saturday afternoon which wasn't really needed due to the hurricane weather outside. The front part has doors that open up completely to the street, which is nice for getting air and people watching.The inside is well decorated with nice chiq touches of Thai culture, as usual. Upon the suggestion of the waitress, we got the Lab Chicken Wings, Beef Pad Kee Mau (Drunken Noodle), and Plad Tod Numpla (fried Branzino) which came with a side of rice and mango salad.The chicken wings were really juicy and tender, coming in a set of 5 with a nice tangy dipping sauce. The noodle and fish dish came out quickly after. The noodles were piping hot and had a good kick to it, with really good "wok hei" (wok breath) marked by the nice char on the flat noodles. The beef was also still tender and not overcooked, which is what usually happens. We were a little apprehensive about the fish, but our fears were alleviated because it was so so good and flavourful. The mango salad was unexpected but actually one of our favourite parts of the meal, with the sauce being so interesting and complex, but might be too fishy for most Westerners.All in all, I have a new favourite and I'm sad that I have to come all the way to Cobble Hill to have it.

Solid So-so. The curry puffs were mushy. The Pad Thai didn't have much in it other than the protein and noodles

I recently dined at Rua Thai Restaurant and had a delightful experience! I sat at a spot with a cute window that added to the cozy ambiance. The decor inside was charming, making it a lovely place to enjoy a meal.I'd rate the food a solid 9/10. Some of the best Thai food I've had! I highly recommend trying the spicy basil sauce; it was a standout dish.The service at Rua Thai Restaurant was excellent. The staff were attentive and friendly, ensuring a pleasant dining experience. They were quick to recommend dishes and check in on us.I went around 4 PM when most other restaurants in the area were closed, and I was thrilled to find such a gem. If you're in the mood for delicious Thai cuisine, Rua Thai is definitely worth a visit!