This spot is easily five stars. It is a no-frills, hole in the wall spot that somehow still manages to feel bright and colorful. While I waited for my meal, I saw many people coming in for pick up orders, which I take as a good sign. I started off with the steamed dumplings. These were probably the best dumplings I have ever had. They were stuffed with pork and shrimp meat. I think I could have easily filled up on those dumplings. For my main, I ordered the Gai Krob Sauce Kaprao - crispy chicken with a spicy basil sauce. The chicken was indeed crispy yet tender. I like that they put the sauce on the side as it was actually spicy. It was served with rice, cucumbers, and it came with a clear broth soup that had a hint of ginger. I was not expecting the soup. Prices were fair, and the portions were larger than I expected. On top of that, the server was incredibly sweet. read more

Chick It Out - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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Came in for a quick lunch. Only one other person came in. Food came out really fast. The Thai Coffee is delish and fairly aromatic. The chicken is so tender, regardless of how it's cooked. Loved the worker recommendation, Khao Man Gai Zabb. Super flavorful. The fried chicken skin is different than what I expected but it's an addictive snack. More crunch/kettle-chip like. read more

Chick It Out - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Tried many Thai places an always scoping for the unique dishes. This place has the quaint and cutest homely setup you'll experience. The staff work hard to extend this setup and homely hospitality you can expect at any hole in the wall. Favorite points I'll bring out about this place. It introduces unique dishes from Thailand that is their comfort food that you won't find anywhere. Their appetizers sweet peanut dumplings was so naturally crunchy and sweet. And the skins on this was freshly done that you can feel how fresh and doughy it is from a delicate dumpling. Main course was hard to choose from as I've never had Thai version katsu, crispy fish in curry, and other crisp curry noodles dishes. I got the crispy khao duck in turmeric rice because of my mood and this did not disappoint. It was overwhelmingly flavorful with the right spicy, crispiness and zesty flavors. Only thing is this did leave a long impression for me to come back and try their other signature dishes because it kept my excitement to want to try everything. The owners themselves are the most kindest and respectful staff you'll encounter to help you decide what's right based on your appetite. Introduced this place to others I knew that is a big fan of Thai cuisine in the neighborhood and were happy I added a comfort food spot to their list. read more

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so yummy and flavorful!!! the chicken isn't dry and packed with flavors. We got two noodles and a rice to share for two people. We probably over ordered but it was yummy. The side of soup is also so clean tasting, not the chunky type of soup. We loved the tom yum noodle, curry rice chicken, and guey tiew noodle. Service was also very friendly and there's outdoor seating as well. Would come back to try other dishes also! read more

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Came by for a late lunch and seated right away. Unfortunately the AC wasn't too strong but it wasn't unbearable. The menu had a lot of options which was nice. The service was fast and attentive. The food was good, our favorite being the poached chicken and rice, the thai styled roasted chicken was okay. I liked both styles of dumplings. read more

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I got takeout this time, and the menu has more than doubled since the last time I ate here. I got the Singaporean Hainanese Chicken Rice which comes with a fragrant and light broth. I got this with poached chicken to absorb the broth. The chicken liver was good but they give you a lot of it - as someone who likes liver, this was still a lot of liver. They have choice of ginger rice vs sticky rice. I also got the pa lo moo sam chan, a pork belly dishes that was similarly flavorful but light, but a different flavor profile. I thought it'd be too salty but that was not the case. The pork was tender but my only complaint is that they give you really fatty pieces. It comes with mushrooms, tofu, and an egg that was unfortunately not runny at all. Comes with ginger rice. I also tried the coconut custard which was very good. Not sure what to do with the actual bowls though. read more

Chick It Out - Pa lo moo in top left and Singaporean chicken rice on bottom - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Got the grilled chicken with garlic rice. Comes with flavorful chicken soup. The chicken was flavorful with chili sauce on the side. Eight was fragrant garlic taste. I would skip the lychee Thai tea. Too sweet for me. Small sit down spot and friendly attentive service. read more

Chick It Out - Grilled chicken - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Great value spot with huge portion and friendly service. Food came out very fast, staffs were all smile and prompt, and the chicken was soft and crispy. Our favorite is the chicken liver. Oil rice was well marinated. Would come back to try more dishes! The restaurant offers indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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solid thai chicken rice place but was a bit less impressed than most other chicken rice spots ive been to in the city. chicken wasnt the most tender and had small pieces of cartilage / bone i didnt expect. the chicken broth was so good i wouldve paid for an extra portion. i stopped by late when it was pretty empty and they were very nice but service felt a bit slow. read more

Chick It Out - khao naa gai - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

The juiciest and most flavorful Khao mun gai located in Astoria. We tried the original and the roasted, the original will always be my favorite as I love the simplicity of the poached chicken, but the roasted offered a really nice umami bite and crunch from the skin. Honestly so good, crispy like a fried cutlet but still light, juicy, and savory. Highlight was def the ginger aromatic rice, SO flavorful. Dipping sauce was nice and gingery as well and only enhanced everything, while the broth was light and perfect to sip on with the meal. Love how strong the Thai iced tea and coffee was too. They have a smaller storefront with 4-5 tables inside, so that is good to note if you are coming with a large party. The owners/workers are extremely sweet and attentive as well. This is a must try if you're in the area and need a quick and healthy bite, I can't wait to return! Support this place :) read more

Chick It Out - "The Original" Khao Man Gai - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

The most delicious mango sticky rice. Every time I'm in Astoria I always have to make my way here. The chicken over rice is also one of the best. True thai flavors! read more

Chick It Out - The most delicious mango sticky rice! - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Ignored order notes and didnt recieve the salad. I ordered delivery. There was also leaking in the bag and did not receive utensils or napkins.Got the crispy chicken which was mushy but the soup had nice flavor and so did the rice. read more

Chick It Out - Crispy chicken rice - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

What a gem! This spot is sooooo goood. All the chicken dishes are bangin, but I tend to go with the fried chicken. I also love the mackerel which is depicted here. I've come here probably 10 times already and will come back again and again. Food is super authentic and they have delicious food that isn't just the chicken speciality like khao so and larb moo. Great staff as well! read more

Chick It Out - Fried chicken, mackerel, larb moo - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

This is easily some of the best chicken and rice around. The chicken is always very tender and flavorful and the ginger rice complements it perfectly. Kind of makes it easier to eat healthy. Will always consider getting it when I'm in the neighborhood and think you should try it too. read more

My fave Thai chicken and rice spot ever! The portions are big, and I love that I can decide how healthy I want to be depending on whether I get poached, grilled or fried lol. They have a wide variety of items other than chicken and rice which I think sets them apart from other similar restaurants. The papaya salad is very good, but I actually prefer the spicy chicken salad if I'm trying to go no rice because they give so much chicken with a delicious tangy dressing. I haven't eaten in the actual restaurant but this is a go-to food delivery meal for me. read more

Solid portion for the price. Chicken, rice, and a clear soup that really hits the spot. Tasty chicken rice with generous portions. Perfect if you're craving the classic flavor. Staff are friendly, food comes out fast. Small place, but great for a quick and satisfying meal. read more

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Thai spots in Queens have been popping up like crazy especially in past 5 years or so , but Chick It Out stands slightly apart because it focuses mainly on chicken in this cute hole in the wall. We were craving Hainanese style chicken and finding a place that makes it a central part of the menu made it seem like a pretty good bet. It paid off. After searching for some places that do Hainanese style chicken many were less accessible being in crowded areas with difficult parking I was happy with what I found here. We arrived knowing what we wanted which is good because you order and pay before you sit if you are eating in. If you are eating in be aware there are 4 tight little tables here so this place is perfect for a duo - seating and portion wise. This was indoor spot, but the temp was the same as the chilly weather outside the Saturday we dined here. We each received a soup and salad with our combo - I went to work on the fresh salad and saved the soup for when the chicken arrived. We got a couple of curry puffs which were flakey and tasty. I enjoyed the firm curry which was more paste than liquid. We went with a fried chicken and Hainanese chicken and both were really good. The dipping sauces that came with combo were really good along with large mound of rice. My Thai Iced coffee was the perfect accompaniment. The meal was well made, generous and reasonably priced. Couldn't ask for much more - go ahead, Chick It Out! read more

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Took me awhile to find this place because it's not exactly on Broadway but on the corner so it's fairly easy to miss if you're not aware of the location. Other than that, this place is sublime. A tad on the small side but I dig the theme of the restaurant for it gives off an authentic Thai feel. The server was very courteous and kind which made ordering a pleasant experience. All of the dishes are very reminiscent of whenever I go to Hainan Jones for lunch because the menu is very similar to that. I ordered the Roasted chicken with rice, dumplings and Iced Tea. Their Iced Tea is an unusual but interesting beverage. It's your standard Iced Tea but mixed with milk, at first I was thrown off a bit like "Who mixes Iced Tea with milk?" But when I took a sip, it was surprisingly good, it was enjoyable. The main dish and the side were oh so tasty and filling, it definitely hit the spot. Some stuff on the menu were more pricier than others but worth it nonetheless. I totally recommend this hole in the wall spot with excellent cuisine. read more

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One of our go to restaurants after swimming classes over at Goldfish! My 4 year old is allergic to gluten and eggs- he especially enjoys the original Khao Mun Gai here with the chicken broth that comes with it. I share it with him and get a Tom Yum chicken for myself and omgooodness, one of the best Tom Yum soup I've had!!! Definitely stop by if you're in the neighborhood and are craving a cup of warm broth with some chicken and rice! read more

This was my first time trying this type of Thai chicken. It was amazing! Love this little hole in the wall spot that is women-owned and women-ran! The restaurant is cute and quaint but it is small. There is few seating and is more of like a grab and go place. I did sit to eat and the women were so welcoming and quick on their feet. I got the khao mok gai which had grilled chicken and turmeric rice. It was perfect in every way. The chicken was cooked perfectly - so soft and juicy. Eating it with the tumeric rice was a great combination! The broth on the side was lovely to have as well as the salad. I didn't really eat much of the salad because I wasn't in the mood for one. But drinking the broth after some bites of my chicken and rice was seriously the cherry on top. I got to also try to roasted chicken and fried chicken.... Both equally amazing!!! You can't go wrong with choosing any one of these. I enjoyed their Thai tea options. I ordered the Thai lime tea and Thai lychee tea. The lime one was perfectly refreshing. It was more on the bitter and sour side but I like that while the lychee tea was sweet! I loved how strong their Thai tea is... like on the level of coffee. lol. Overall, aammmaazziinnnggg spot in Astoria. It has easily become a favorite of mine. read more

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***NEW*** Chick It Out - Thai-style Hainanese chicken and rice dishes. They have sweet, flavorful, and colorful drinks and teas, to go along with their delicious, one of a kind meals. We found parking right in front of the place. Next Time, we also have to save room for dessert. The service was impeccable. We didn't know what everything exactly was on the menu, but the waitresses explained it all. It's a quiet, room-style café, where there is indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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For context, I would order from this place about 3 times a week. Walked in here today to pick up my order, asked for a side of their spicy basil sauce that comes with one of their other dishes. Told them o would pay for it, and they flat out refused. Then they gave me the weak excuse of "if we did it for you we would have to do it for everybody". You're telling me you have so many people coming in asking for basil sauce you have to reject them? When every single time I've been in there you have less than 5 people in the restaurant? I stg they think we are idiots. The only reason I order from this place is for the sauce, it makes the whole meal. Such a shame because I was in the process of recommending this place to everyone I know, going to tell them to avoid at all costs now. Restaurants owners these days really have to learn how to retain customers. Felt like I was in an episode of the twilight zone when the lady at the front desk said no. These idiots we're making 50/week minimum off of just my orders, will not be patronizing this place anymore. Owner does not understand the very basic principal of customer service. read more

This is a very legit Thai restaurant I would 100% recommend to anyone in the area and would definitely go back. They have five different options for how you like the chicken. We ordered Khao Man Gai Tod Kra Thiam and Khao Man Gai Zabb. The sauce and spice were perfect. Definitely has the Hainanese hint in there, too. We ordered togo so it was about. 15-20minutes tops to get our order. There's a 4% discount on cash. (Minus one star because they didn't tell us about this, found it out through receipt) read more

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So yummy and affordable! I got to try the traditional hainese poached chicken along with the spicy crispy chicken dish. Both were great, and the actual chicken portion is quite hefty with some leftover after the meal! Just fyi, food comes on disposable paper plates. Keep in mind the actual seating inside is very small, maybe 6-8 people total. Would definitely return when I'm craving hainese chicken! also really wanted to see if their drinks were good. read more

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This is a gem of a place! The food was really good and affordable! We got 2 of the combo, khaomangai2way. I believe all of the chicken is dark meat, but they do it 3 ways: grilled, slow-poached and fried. All of the chicken and rice dishes came with it's own sauce, broth and a side salad. The broth was savory and mild, and the side salad was decent. The traditional khao man gai is the slow-poached and it was my favorite, especially with the sweet garlic sauce that came with it. However the fried chicken was super crispy and was my partner's favorite. The grilled chicken was grilled well and had a crispy skin too. I went here for dinner on a Friday night and it wasn't busy. It is a smaller fast casual restaurant with about only three 2 person tables. You order and pay at the register. The staff are really nice. I'd definitely come again for both a quick and filling lunch or dinner. I want to come back to try their curry puffs and their traditional thai drinks that you don't get to see very often like Nom Yen. read more

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I can't speak to service and ambiance because this is a delivery order, but the Original Khao Man Gai is such a great comfort meal. The soup isn't too oily, and it's light. The salad is simple but offers a balance of meat, rice, and veggies. The rice is flavorful, and not too wet or dry. The chicken feels fresh as well. read more

Chick It Out - "The Original" Khao Man Gai - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Love the food and the people here! Delicious. *** Please DO NOT use AI generated images for your dishes in the photo gallery. They don't look real and we are not sure what we are getting in reality. read more

Recently got to try chick it out and it was so delicious! This little spot has seating both indoors and outdoors. We were served very quickly and the workers were so nice! As for the food I tried the fried chicken while my friend had the original poached chicken. Both were delicious. I especially liked the fried chicken because it was so crispy on the outside but still very very juicy on the inside. The curry puff was also so delicious, very flavorful and worked well as an appetizer. We tried two drinks one mango and one lychee thai iced tea. Both were very refreshing. Lastly, they have mango sticky rice for dessert and it was the perfect way to end the meal. Also their chicken dishes come with a salad and soup - basically everything you need for a filling meal and it's only $14. Definitely check this place out!! read more

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If you're craving chicken and rice, this is the spot to go to! Love the cute exterior. It felt super welcoming. They make their chicken in multiple ways. I got the combo and chose cutlet and roasted chicken. The chicken wasn't dry at all. It was so flavorful. Service was super quick as well! read more

Chick It Out - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Got the Combo with Roast Chicken and Poached Chicken along with Curry Puff. Maybe coz I got it togo?, overall thought was basic not tasting the 5 star review here. read more

Chick It Out - Curry Puff - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Amazing food and service! Ordered the chicken curry puff as an appetizer and then had the Khao Soi Man Gai which was super flavorful

Chick It Out serves khao man gai aka Thai style Hainanese chicken. It's a small restaurant with about 10 spots and is primarily a takeout place. If you're looking for a quick and satisfying meal, this is the place to check out. For apps, we started off with the steamed chicken dumplings and chicken curry puffs. The dumplings were juicy and packed with flavor and it was great with the vinegar soy sauce. The chicken curry puffs had a pleasant spice and were perfect for starters. The highlight of the show is the khao man gai at Chick It Out. We were interested in all the khao man gai, so we ordered two combo platters. One was fried and roasted chicken, while the second plate was fried and poached. My favorite is the fried chicken, it's crispy and I'm always a fan of the sweet sauce. The ginger sauce with the poached chicken was a pleasant combo. And the rice was nicely flavored with ginge We got their iced thai tea and thai iced coffee. The flavors were strong and it's good for those with a sweet tooth. Of course we have to end the meal with the most classic dessert - mango sticky rice. The sweet mango paired with the sticky rice is always a perfect combo. read more

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Can I say yummy chicken!? The Khao Man Gai Zabb was so delicious and their warm coconut Pudding is my favorite dessert ever! Make sure to check them out when you're in Queens and our video on IG @JadaExploresAll ! read more

Chick It Out - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

The food is great, the service is mostly nice. Highly recommend for food - the roasted chicken is delicious - the chicken plates are best bang for your buck. read more

Food was bland and tasteless . And then I was nauseous afterwards. The soup was full of oil. It tasted like the water they use to cook the chicken and they left the fat in the soup and served it without taking out the fatty oil. The place was small . Although the service was good. read more

Simple, small yet clean place, and it serves the best goddamn baked chicken I have personally ever had. The complementary soup is also excellent! Also tried their iced tea and fried chicken, delicious read more

Chick It Out - "The Roasted" Khao Man Gai Yang - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Ordered: The Combo "Khao Man Gai 2-way" (~$17): combination of roasted chicken and fried chicken over ginger rice; comes with light chicken broth, sliced cucumber, salad, and house-made sauces Aya's take: It's been a while since I've had Hainanese chicken and I'm so glad Astoria now has a spot to get it! The poached chicken is the standard way to get this dish but since I've had that before, I decided to go with the roasted and fried chicken options. Both were delicious. The roasted chicken was a little sweet, tender, and succulent. The fried chicken was crispy, and the batter was light. The ginger rice was well-made and was probably made with the same chicken broth - it was aromatic with lots of subtle flavors. The Combo is beyond filling; it can easily be split with someone or save some leftovers for later. Great addition to Astoria food scene! read more

Chick It Out - The Combo "Khao Man Gai 2-way" (~$17) - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

We had their original and roasted chicken over rice and both were amazing! Fairly easy to find street parking in front of the restaurant. read more

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Been coming here for a while and it's perfect every time! The quality is unmatched, and the staff's kindness shines through in the food and service. The space is spotless, cozy, and welcoming - truly a 10/10 experience! read more

Chick It Out - Khao Soi Man Gai with Thai Iced Tea - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Delicious food. Easily the best tasting chicken in the area. I usually get the combo with fried chicken and steamed ginger chicken. Def hits the spot for protein after the gym. I recommend this spot and definitely will be back read more