THE SOUP DUMPLINGS HERE ARE AMAZING. The dough isn't so thick where you're getting a mouthful of…read moredumpling wrapper. It isn't so thin where the dumplings break as soon as you pick it up. It's just right. Then the filling. The pork was delicious. It was soft and flavorful. Now the broth inside these dumplings. These were the soupiest soup dumplings I've had. This place tops Nan Xiang on Prince St IMO. The soup is just.... Perfection. This is a rich multidimensional flavored broth. I could tell a lot of time went into this. The owners told me they make everything fresh, made-to-order. THEIR CHILI OIL IS AMAZING. The owners are so so nice. Clean beautiful space with lots of seating. Great prices. We also got the beef stir fry udon which was DELICIOUS, the takoyaki which was DELICIOUS, and bubble tea/fruit teas which were all DELICIOUS. This place just opened 5 months ago, come before this place gets super packed ‍

Pretty authentic Chinese food. Would not recommend the ramen though…read more The spicy mala with brisket soup was great. The brisket was tender and flavorful. The squid was also very delicious. Not in picture was the soup dumpling which was also so good. The ramen was not good so save your money and get something else. If you really want ramen, go to Mochiron across the street or Tamshii on Broadway.

If you're tired of Thai spots that lean too heavily on sugar, Kam Rai Thai is a breath of fresh…read moreair. The kitchen here doesn't shy away from traditional flavors--the food is unapologetically spicy and savory, avoiding the "overly sweet" profile that many Thai spots fall into. Here's the breakdown of what we tried: Tom Yum Goong: This was the star of the show. It had a sharp, clean heat and a perfect citrus punch without that syrupy finish you often find elsewhere. Crispy Pork Belly: Exactly what you want it to be. The skin was incredibly crunchy, and the meat remained tender, seasoned perfectly to highlight the savory pork flavor. Fried Fish: Deep-fried to perfection with a light, crispy exterior. The sauce paired chili and fish sauce with fresh mango. Crab Fried Rice: Generous with the crab meat and wonderfully "wok-hei" (charred) and salty. It wasn't bogged down by sweet soy sauce, allowing the delicate crab to shine. The only real sweetness of the night came from the Mango Sticky Rice, which was the perfect, cooling end to a very spicy meal. The mango was ripe and the coconut milk was rich, providing the only sugary reprieve of the evening. Service was so nice. The hostess and sever were so nice and friendly. The severer felt like a Thai uncle, he made jokes, gave us napkins, joked with my child. It felt so familial. If you want authentic, spicy Thai food that prioritizes salt, spice, and acid over sweetness, this is your spot.

I first went to Kam Rai Thai in Astoria back in December 2024 and recently came back on a Friday…read moreevening in April 2026. Kam Rai Thai has a very cozy and warm atmosphere with fake flowers decor everywhere. Street parking can be hard at times and involve circling around a few times. Food menu can be accessed by QR code and paper menu for drinks. The first time I visited Kam Rai Thai, I shared the papaya salad with my friend and had the Pad woon sen with shrimp. The papaya salad with green papaya, string bean, tomato and roasted peanut with spicy lime juice was refreshing and light. The Pad woon sen has sauteed glass noodle, egg, onion, scallion, cabbage, celery, carrot, tomato and sesame oil. The second time I visited, I had the Pad see ew with beef. The Pad see ew has sauteed wide noodles with Chinese broccoli, black soy sauce, and egg. Both dishes were very flavorful, delicious, delectable, and appetizing. The dishes were very filling and there was a good proportion of noodles and protein. I've had the Rainfall in Loei and Fang Martini Time, both are really good drinks and not overly strong. We shared the mango sticky rice for dessert and it was good. The mango was very fresh and the sticky rice with coconut milk was sweet, but not overly. My friends ordered the Kopi De Trang, Spicy Maesai Plum, Rainfall in Loei, Thai ice tea lychee, pad see ew with chicken, pad kee mao beef (non spicy), and khao soi gai confit. I ordered a pad kee mao beef with a spice level of 2 to go. It is a great option to have a spicy and non spicy option for pad kee mao. Everyone enjoyed their food. Staff are very friendly and the food come out very quickly after ordering. There is a 5% discount if you pay with cash and a 2.95% surcharge for credit cards. Kam Rai Thai serves authentic Thai food and I can't wait to come back. It is a great place for friends to catch up.

Consistently great food and friendly staff. They always ask whether you would like to add the…read moreingredients or if you would like their help. Love the consistency of the noodles. Free refills of the noodles is awesome. My favorite is the beef with pickled pepper They have a special on Tuesday's if you buy their prepaid card and recently came out with drinks!

It's a very niche meal. What do I mean by that? If you're in the mood for something spicy and…read morepiping hot, then this is the meal for you. If you're in the mood for all you can eat and refill noodles, this is for you. Definitely not something to eat every day. Very affordable. I was hoping this place served beers but they don't. Beers with that brothy noodles would be great. Super fast service but won't be a fast meal, that's how hot these noodles in cast iron pots are.

Nice little ramen spot in Astoria. Tried their signature Hinomaru ramen, and unfortunately felt it…read morewas unremarkable. The ramen was good, but it was also at least 5-7 dollars more expensive than comparable ramen. The egg also was not worth the 3 dollar extra, as it was a cold poached egg and not standard soy egg. Service was good and ramen was definitely still yummy, but it wasn't a standout.

This was my first time ever trying ramen, and it definitely won't be my last!…read more Everything was absolutely delicious. The broth was rich and full of flavor, and the ribs were cooked perfectly tender and seasoned just right. You can really tell care went into every part of the meal. The restaurant itself is super cute and has a great vibe, which made the experience even better. And the service? Top tier. Our waitress was incredible she gave great recommendations, stayed attentive without hovering, and made sure we had everything we needed the entire time. Overall, such a great first ramen experience. I'll definitely be back!

A forgettable lunch I had here. It's not terribly bad but I can name a couple other Chinese…read morerestaurants I've had a better experience in. The restaurant is a few blocks from the main street of Steinway so it'll take a bit of searching. Going inside, the area is rather abstract. Pink flower wallpaper on one end and dry wall on the other, it's kinda off-putting but I didn't come here for the atmosphere anyway. Service was lukewarm, I got my order in but the two workers inside weren't too receptive and the menu itself is kinda barebones with most of their food being a bit more than I would like to pay for so I just settled on one order of Singapore Mei Fun. After waiting 10 minutes for my food to arrive, the Singapore noodles which are usually spicy were kinda salty but it was nothing a bit of duck sauce wouldn't fix. This one order cost $17 while not the worst Singapore Mei Fun...well technically it is, even though it's not horrible but I've had much better from other places for a stable price of $12. Yeah, a rather disappointing visit. Not the worst I've ever had but could be so much better.

We happened upon this spot after a workshop across the street, and were so pleasantly surprised by…read morethe unique flavors served up by this small local business. I got the wonton soup and pork juicy buns. The soup was different from other wonton soups with the addition of cilantro and some nice balancing flavors for the salt, and the juicy buns were your classic soup dumplings with a very nice rich sauce to dip in. The dandan noodles my friend ordered were maybe my favorite, they were the perfect level of spicy and so flavorful without being overwhelming. I'd go back just for my own plate of those. The service was quite fast, and it's a cute little shop that feels like a small town Chinese restaurant. Very reasonably priced as well. Some of my favorite Chinese food I've found outside of Lower Manhattan !

Pye Boat Noodle is solid…read more The Pad See Ew is pretty good. Kway tow Kake Chicken is good. The boat Noodle with beef is good, but if you don't tell them no pork, it will have pork rind. Salt wings and chive pancake are tasty. I have had decent experiences with the Thai Iced Tea with milk. Staff has always been attentive.

Only reason this place gets 4 stars is because I hate when the staff just hovers over our table…read more The place was packed for lunch! My best friend recommended it as she's had it a number of times. We were seated at a table that made my stroller very accessible. Our drinks were good and the food was amazing! The menu is massive and the prices were reasonable. I would definitely come back here to try something else. Thank you Pye Boat!

usually there's a line and the only option is to go but we came around 3:40 pm and were able to…read moredine in (there are only about 5 seats) got the combo and they were super generous with the sauce. honestly if i wasn't flying i would've taken the remaining to go. the popcorn chicken was so elite. crispy on the outside & super juicy inside - v similar to what i've had in taiwan cucumber salad was l flavorful and garlicky!! really refreshing and crunchy with a nice balance to the other items.

Small Authentic Taiwanese eatery in the hustle and bustle of Long Island City. Took me a while to…read moreget here since parking is an absolute nightmare however I had Jury Duty today so why not two birds with one stone. This is a no brainer if you're in the area. Fantastic lineup of all the typical Taiwanese eats and everything is made fresh. I dined in but the endless pickups simply told me everyone is onto this. Their playlist is even Taiwanese. Staff is very energetic and very friendly. I only wish the prices were like Taiwan lol but reality of NY prices is a bit intimidating. No matter, this is a great spot.

Noodle craft is a nice spot for lunch. Noodles were good, needed to give it a good mix to get all…read morethe flavors. Lacked a little salt for everything in general. Popcorn chicken and spicy dumplings were regular, nothing to make it outstanding, but still delicious. The place is like a lunchroom. Not sure if we were just supposed to go take our own seats. There was no one to greet us as the ordering station is all the way in the back and all the staff were just hanging out around there. Service was odd, the server did not come check on us and when we needed something we just went to the ordering station. Please note, when we went it was pretty much empty, so it was not busy at all. As mentioned not sure how it supposed to work here, but we did get our food fairly quick. The place is cute, lots of plants, looks like a very big space, believe it used to be a garage. Overall food was filling, able to share if needed, give it a try. Its definitely a nice addition to LIC.

Good decor, speedy service, and good for fast casual. Portion sizes are huge, so I definitely…read morerecommend sharing! But nothing out of the ordinary. One thing to note is that the dan dan noodles here were better than other places that I have tried. That one caught me off by a surprise and I would come back here for it!

A very comforting meal! The karaage was juicy and had some fatty pockets. The paitan was a lot…read morelighter than other ramen I've had (even paitans). It's not too salty. The egg was cooked perfectly. The noodles had a bite to them.

I'm a fan of this corner gem of a ramen joint. Their Kuro ramen has a rich black garlic oil with…read moretender slices of chashu pork and soft boiled egg. Plus, their shrimp katsu bun was scrumptious with a crispy skin and moist center with a creamy sauce on top. Service was fast, friendly, and helpful with ample refills of water. The place was clean, simple, and convenient. Parking can be tough on the street, but within walking distance near public transit.

I had a lovely dinner at Darjeeling Kitchen & Cafe and I am certainly looking forward to my next…read morevisit. The restaurant felt homey and I could tell there were many regulars and other return visitors, for good reason! Ordered: Masala Chai ($4.50)- this tasted authentic, was nicely spiced, and wasn't too sweet. I only wish the cup was bigger. Steamed momo ($12+)- I like how you have the option to mix and match. We ordered the mixed vegetable and the oyster mushroom and surprisingly I much preferred the oyster mushroom variety. The mixed vegetable momo tasted more earthy to me. Himalayan rice set ($20.5)- this was a very nice assortment- there was rice, lentil dal, your protein of choice- (I chose beef brisket), stir fried cabbage, broccoli rabe, pickled vegetables and crisp flatbread. The only downside in my opinion was that the brisket wasn't too tender and I didn't love the beef flavoring or preparation. The rest of the items were so delicious! I've been thinking about this meal ever since I left the restaurant. You don't want to skip this place.

Really lovely. Walked in as a group of 4 at around 12pm on a Saturday and sat immediately, though…read moreit did get and stay busy shortly after. The staff was incredibly kind and did not rush is out at all, we were able to chat and linger. The food is flavorful, a little spicy, and well-portioned. Two of us had the Himalayan Farmer's breakfast (available until 2pm) - I'd def go roti over puri next time but both were tasty. Our resident vegetarian enjoyed her Nepali Thali and the chow mein was spicy and savory. We had vegetable jhol momo for the table which were enough to share and a crowd favorite. The space and food felt cozy. This was a total hit with my out-of-borough friends and I'll definitely be back. With a 25% tip it was $30 per person.