came here for dinner. They have a pretty good sized space for nyc and the prices are good as well…read more There's a bar as soon as you enter and stairs to go upstairs to more seating. Theres about 15 tables so definitely make reservations I didn't really thjnk they were so different and outstanding compared to other thai restaurants but they offer good prices and service and are probably the best in the area. The jeeb dumplings were my favorite dish here, but I also liked the larb chicken mango salad and stir fry chicken. The staff is stand out - super friendly, shout out to Jimmy! And they have great drinks I loved the flunk flink.

I never expected that it's a Thai / Vietnamese restaurant until I saw the menu. It's nyc restaurant…read moreweek so we were delighted to know that they participate to the promotion . Lunch with appetizer/main entree costs only $30. Additional fee for a dessert and drinks. They have nice selections for their fixed menu . I picked the shrimp summer roll Thai style and Vietnamese pork chop with noodle and Chinese broccoli. I have never enjoyed my meal this much. A flavorful and enticing combo meal. We skipped dessert as we are already filled up by what we got. Our server was so great. Fast and friendly. She even volunteered to take our photo. My friends enjoyed their steak as their entree and rib for appetizer. The place is pretty neat especially its second floor with lots of chandeliers all over the dining area. It's a bit dark on our section . Sears and tables are old but still showing the used to be elegance of the place. Location is at the popular restaurant row. Will come back.

Anja and Beau made our night at Buddakan unforgettable. From the moment we sat down, they were…read morewarm, attentive, knowledgeable, and effortlessly on top of every detail--exactly the kind of service that turns a great dinner into a full experience. They gave excellent recommendations, checked in at all the right times without ever making us feel rushed, and brought such genuine, upbeat energy to the table. You can tell they truly care about making guests feel welcomed and taken care of. The food and atmosphere at Buddakan were already incredible, but Anja and Beau elevated the entire evening. If you're dining at Buddakan, ask for Anja and Beau if you can--you'll be in the best hands. Easily some of the best service I've had in New York. 10/10.

Anja and Beau were honestly the BEST servers! From the moment we arrived until the moment we left,…read morethey were both incredibly kind, welcoming, and helpful. They made sure we were comfortable and well taken care of throughout our entire visit, and their energy was amazing. They even surprised my boyfriend with a little birthday treat, which was such a thoughtful and sweet gesture. We appreciated it more than they probably realize, and it made his birthday feel extra special. Thank you, Anja and Beau, for making our experience so wonderful! You both deserve all the recognition, and we'll definitely remember the kindness you showed us. We'll definitely be back for them!

Went back to Thep as it has been forever since we last dined here. Loved the food ! However I have…read morea pickle with this spot. They advertise that you can get free Thai ice tea or any soft drink but you have to put a 5 star review on their Google business page with the server name BEFORE your dishes come out. Personally I really did not like our server. But the management and other staff were great. And the food is absolutely delicious ! Even the rice they have is so different and super yummy ! Would definitely go back. But our server was really a sour face.

Tried Thep for dinner and overall had a pretty good experience. We had the krapaw puff, chicken…read moredumplings, Massaman Nuer, and Goddess Garlic with beef. The flavors were great and I'd definitely order them again. The udon noodles weren't really my favorite, and I wasn't a huge fan of the drinks, but the food we did enjoy definitely made the visit worth it. I'd come back to try some other dishes

Food, drink, service and ambiance are all to perfection. The MaitreD-Patrina is very professional…read moreand attentive. We walked in without reservation but Patrina was able to accommodate us and personally escort us to the table to be sure we are seated comfortably. Our wait staff Miles was very friendly and kind, attention to details. We wanted to start of with some white wines but could not decide which one, he gave us some recommendation and introduced the wine sommelier- Joe who is very knowledgeable and professional. We really enjoyed the wines he recommended and it paired beautifully with the seafood we ordered. The oyster and uni cold starter was a wonderful kickoff, and they surprised us with a compliment starter which was really refreshing! It's thine sliced salmon sashimi dressed lightly with yuzu and sesame oil. It's delicious and it's free who doesn't like that! We had chicken wings as hot appetizers, it was done just right! The divers scallop was also super light and delicious but the sauce was on the heavy side. We finished with the black cod clay pot which was a great wrapped up. We were full and really had a great time enjoyed the food and wines at the 53-nyc. My friend's already asked me info about the restaurant and I highly recommend this place! Thank you Patrina, Miles and Joe!

Sometimes the best stops are the unplanned ones…read more After spending the afternoon at MoMA, my husband and I ducked into 53 to escape the heat and enjoy a cocktail before continuing our day. What started as a quick break turned into one of our favorite moments of the afternoon. We ended up chatting with the bartender for quite a while, swapping recommendations for speakeasies and cocktail bars around the city. It's always refreshing to meet someone who's genuinely passionate about their craft and happy to share local favorites. The cocktails were excellent, and the conversation made the experience even better. This wasn't actually our first visit--we celebrated my birthday here about three years ago, and I still remember how impressed we were with both the food and its presentation. It was nice to return and be reminded why we enjoyed it so much. We also learned that 53 has opened a speakeasy downstairs that's open on select weeknights and features live jazz. Needless to say, that's already on our list for our next trip to the city. Whether you're stopping in for a full dinner or just a well-made cocktail and a break from the Midtown bustle, 53 is well worth a visit.

Elegant, comfortable, and inviting from the moment we walked in. The service was personable and…read moreattentive, making this the perfect spot for a celebration or a romantic dinner. And the food? Absolutely delicious. Everything was beautifully presented and wonderfully seasoned. I only managed to photograph the appetizers because I completely forgot about taking pictures once my vegan Pad Thai arrived. I ate it before I even thought about my phone! My companions enjoyed the lobster dish and the Chilean sea bass. We finished the meal with mango sticky rice. A beautiful dining experience from beginning to end. Definitely a place I'd return to for another special occasion or just because the food is that good!

Twin Tails is a beautiful restaurant, but for me the food didn't quite live up to the setting or…read morethe price point. I stopped in solo on a Thursday night and was easily able to get a table without a reservation. The interior is upscale and stylish, with plenty of staff on the floor. It also seemed to be a popular spot for business dinners, with quite a few people dining in suits. There was a bit of a service hiccup at the beginning. I sat for over 10 minutes before anyone even came by to pour water, apparently because of some miscommunication between the host and waitstaff. Once that was sorted out, though, the service was friendly for the rest of the meal. I ordered the bánh khọt as an appetizer and the bò lúc lắc (shaking beef) as my main. Twin Tails bills itself as Thai-Vietnamese, but based on what I tried, the food seems to lean much more Thai. I love Vietnamese food, and I don't care who is cooking it as long as it tastes good. My issue here was that the flavors and preparation didn't really honor the Vietnamese dishes whose names they use. These felt more like loose interpretations of bánh khọt and bò lúc lắc than elevated versions of the originals. They weren't bad, but they also weren't particularly satisfying, especially at these prices. The cocktail was a little too sweet and strong for my taste. The red curry soufflé that accompanied the bánh khọt was also sweeter and mushier than I would have preferred. And somehow the $9 side of rice was overcooked and mushy inside the bowl. That one is especially hard to excuse. Rice cookers exist! Overall, Twin Tails feels like a place where the ambience, presentation, and scene are a big part of what you're paying for. It's certainly attractive and makes sense for a business dinner or a night out where atmosphere matters. But if I were choosing based primarily on the food, especially Vietnamese food, there are many other places in NYC I'd seek out first. Not bad, just not compelling enough for me to return at this price point.

I always take out-of-towners here! The vibe is effortlessly cool and very "elevated New York…read moreunderground" without being too loud or scene-y. The food is consistently amazing, and truthfully, they make some of the best cocktails I've had in the city. Everything is incredibly thoughtful, from the design to the service, and it's owned by genuinely great people.

Come for the impossibly cool, tucked-away New York energy, stay because somehow they turned popcorn…read moreinto one of the best cocktails you've ever had. The popcorn drink alone is worth the trip, but everything here feels considered, surprising and genuinely special. One of those places I'm almost reluctant to recommend because I'd like to keep it to myself.

definitely more of a chill intimate bar. a very beautiful bar with whimsical decor, but they took…read moreso long to bring out each drink that the first few drinks were finished before the second half of the drinks came. each drink came one by one which was strange the "wonderland series" cocktails are the showy ones presentation wise and seem high effort to prepare. I really enjoyed my drink (toasted coconut reconstruction, $26) because it was pretty mild in alcohol and basically came with a dessert

This is one of the cutest bars I've been to in nyc. It's creative and the cocktails are tasty. It…read moreseems to be both a mix of people on dates, people working on their laptops, and just groups of friends having a good time. The service was super fast and all of the staff was really nice.

I'd come again! Good is great. Every single thing I ate was stellar…read more Biscuits? One of the best I've had. Veggie gyoza? One of the best. Squid salad? The best version of it I've had. Walnut shrimp? You get my point. Service is on point and attentive. Atmosphere is causal but still makes it feel like you're having a memorable night out.

Wow, this place was such a. Fun find…read more Food: really loved everything we ordered including the endive salad, the rice noodle rolls and especially the scallion biscuits! Don't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu Service: decent Ambiance: I loved the vibe of this place! They have a lot of cool decorations that make you feel like you are eating in a foreign country. There is also a dispenser for fortune cookies

We went for a birthday dinner and ALLISON was amazing and she worked her section amazingly. The…read morefood did take a bit long to come but the taste & flavors made up for it. The service was amazing and Allison made sure my friend enjoyed her bday. The ambiance was beautiful, however, we needed our lights from the phone to see the menu. I was like damn you really are needed glasses as dark as it was in there. We enjoyed the restaurant week menu and it came up to $208 with tip includ

I'm extremely disappointed with my experience at this location, especially because it was my…read morebirthday and everything had been planned in advance. I specifically made a reservation for upstairs seating for my birthday. I was running late, so I called ahead and had my reservation changed to 9:30 PM when it was originally for 9pm. When I arrived, I was told that I could no longer be seated upstairs because of staffing issues and that the area was closed. This was frustrating because no one communicated this to me when I called to change my reservation nor when I book originally for 9pm. On arrival I spoke with Nick, the general manager, to understand what happened. He apologized for the inconvenience and told me he would make sure I still had a "wild experience." When I asked what he meant, the accommodation offered was dessert on the house. Considering this was a birthday reservation that had been planned in advance and my party was only two people, I would have appreciated more effort to accommodate us. Even if that meant having a staff member serve our table upstairs, I would have appreciated an attempt to honor the reservation rather than simply being told the area was closed. Unfortunately, a complimentary dessert did not make up for the lack of communication or the fact that the seating I specifically reserved for my birthday was no longer available. I ultimately decided to turn around and leave rather than stay and spend my birthday somewhere I was already disappointed with before even being seated. I understand that staffing issues happen, but better communication and a stronger effort to accommodate a reservation that was planned in advance would have made a huge difference. This was supposed to be part of my birthday celebration, and I left feeling extremely disappointed. Based on this experience, I will not be returning to this location or another one of their locations.

Great place to eat! Our food was delicious! Great service! My daughter commented on the way out…read moreof the door that if she lived in NYC, this would be her "go to" spot!

love this spot…read more first the prices are amazing it's fairly priced , coming from la , this was a pleasure the service was great, quick, and efficient. i appreciate them the food was delicious, especially the sizzling steak and beef pad see ew. the noodles we're some of the yummiest i've ever had we got seated quickly, and it's a super cute casual spot. the ambiance is warm and loud but comforting