Yum yum yum. Everything we ate. We did the menu à la carte. The Crab Curry sauce itself was too spicy for me, but the crab itself was delightful and well seasoned, really good and I was able to balance out the spice with rice. We also enjoyed the Basil Manila Clams (devoured too quickly for photos) and the Branzino which were both very well seasoned and not super spicy. The Morning Glory side dish was a little spicy, but well seasoned. Crisp veggies not overcooked. We had the Cheeky Tiki and the Punch Drunk Love, both very unique and complex. The space is comfortable and well designed (love the cool sculptural thing around the bar ceiling). Staff were friendly and efficient. I would definitely recommend this place for great food and service. read more

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've had Fish Cheeks sitting on my waitlist forever, so when I finally made it to the Williamsburg spot, I was READY. First off--ambience was chill, staff was on point, and at 2pm it was giving "private dining experience" because it was nice and empty. Starters? Wings and calamari. The wings came out acting like lemon pepper's spicy cousin--crispy, flavorful, not doing too much but still making a statement. Now the calamari... visually? Confused. Emotionally? Unsure. But BABY the flavor?? Oh it redeemed itself QUICK. That sauce?? Put it over some white rice and mind your business. Entrees: fried fish was solid, no complaints--just wish the salad wasn't tucked inside like a surprise I didn't ask for. Let her breathe on the side! Now let's talk about this curry crab... because we need to have a conversation. The menu said "shareable." WHO are we sharing with?? Ants?? The flavor? Amazing. No notes. But the portion?? I blinked and it was gone. Barely any crab, barely any broth--$30 later and I'm sitting there like... is the rest coming out or...? Even my spouse hit me with the "that's all you ordered?" which tells you everything you need to know. Overall, I had a great time and I'd definitely come back--but me and the curry crab? We're on a break. Rice really carried that relationship. No pics because I was too busy fighting for my life (and my food). read more

The NYC location has been on my radar for some time now but I knew I was going to be in the Williamsburg area so I made a 5pm dinner reservation for two on a Saturday here. So glad I did! It's such a cute spot. What we ordered: - COCO BAH (Coconut Cream, coconut milk drink, fresh lime, orange juice, Thai bird's eye chili) - THAI ICED TEA - ZABB WINGS (Free range chicken wings fried with chili. lime, fried makrut lime leaf) - STEAMED FISH WITH THAI HERBS (Whole branzino, chili, lime, cilantro, culantro, in a cilantro lime broth) - ICE CREAM BO LAN (Pandan jackfruit ice cream and sticky rice) The service was great! The server was very friendly and pretty candid about her suggestions. The Zabb wings are seriously so good, I would go back for just that! The Coco Bah drink was also awesome, just be careful because I chugged the chili by accident at the end and THAT was NOT FUN. Would totally be back and recommend them! read more

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Went to Fish Cheeks for my birthday and it was such a cool experience. The restaurant looks so tiny from the outside but once inside it was very spacious and has a colorful decor/design. I loved the interior so much; it give the best ambiance. Our waitress was really nice and helped break down the menu for us. We decided to have the Selection number 2, that feeds two. For the starter, we got the Somtum Corn salad and Zabb Wings. The corn salad was fresh and spicy and the wings was fried to perfection.. and the seasoning was delicious. The main was Coconut Crab Curry, 30 Day Dry Aged Beef Kaprow and Fried Fish with Garden Herb Salad. The Coconut Crab Curry was one of the best dishes that night. sooo creamy and flavorful. The Fried Fish was also really good. By time the 30 Day Dry beef came out we were getting so full. At the end of the night they brought out sauteed cabbage, which was really good but a little too salty. Overall it was a 10/10 experience. From the food, service and vibes, it was a cool experience to have. read more

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I was blown away by Fish Cheeks. It's been on my list for quite some time and I'm so happy i was able to snag an early dinner reservation. It's such a cute location and the service was pretty good. On resy, it says you have about 2 hours for the reservation but i never felt rushed during my dinner. Now the food?! SENSATIONAL. Highly highly recommend the Branzino because i was blown away by the flavors of it all. It was so moist and from the cilantro, the lime, the thai chili pepper....heated over an open flame, i was in heaven!! Such a highlight of my meal. I also had the zaab wings and they were so juicy, hot and had a crunchy skin (and i LOVE. A crunchy skin). I loved my dinner here and i cannot wait to go back! read more

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Steamed Fish, Squid Ink Calamari, Pork Belly Chili Garlic & the Oysters were my favorites here! Loved the bright & punchy flavors of each dish and the delicious sauce served with the oysters (happy hour deal is solid) Thai iced tea was a bit too milky for my liking, and the green curry left a bit to be desired - would take it up a notch if there was some meat/protein in there! Great place to catch up with friends over tasty Thai food. read more

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I feel I've never had a bad Thai meal and this place did not ruin my streak. Everything here was amazing. I went with a party of 4 and we shared a bunch of dishes. We started with the shrimp in 3 crab sauce which is akin to ceviche, very good! We then shared the whole fried fish, crab fried rice, prawn karee and sautéed cabbage. All was delicious and my entire party raved over the meal. We also had delicious cocktails. The place was very crowded but service was quick and efficient. read more

This is definitely a treat and highlight everytime I visit and the food is consistent across multiple locations, I highly recommend making a reservation as it gets busy and it's recommended you share dishes family-style so you can try many different entrees! The must get dish is the Steamed Fish with Thai Herbs, flavorful and tender and the debone the fish for you which is so nice and the broth is very comforting. The rest of the dishes were flavorful and the coconut crab curry was also warm with a nice kick and they were generous with the crab but don't skip the fish!!! Definitely recommend stopping by! read more

Fish Cheeks - Steamed Fish with Thai Herbs - Must get and star of the show - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Always a solid restaurant and everything was great . I've been to the city location but this was my first visit to the Brooklyn location . My favorite drink was the pandan drink with clarified milk. We also tried the mango and lychee drinks . Didn't care for the zabb wings but loved all the other appetizers which included the shrimp in 3 crab sauce , the mussels gorlae, crispy rice salad and pork, and the Manila clams . All dishes delivered and we would definitely order all again. For the mains we ordered the choo chee scallops , the crab curry , the crab fried rice , and the steamed fish with Thai herbs . The crab curry didn't have a lot of crab but the curry was great. The steamed branzino remains one of the best dishes there and it has almost zero bones ( they de-bone it ). One of the best dishes of the night was the pandan icecream but I love anything pandan . Only thing I wished we tried was the squid ink calamari. Next time . read more

Thai Seafood is not a cuisine I'm too familiar with, so I've been wanting to try Fish Cheeks for some time now (seeing it ranked on multiple "Top Thai" places in New York. I'm glad to say my experience trying Fish Cheeks in their Williamsburg location did not disappoint! Their menu is very extensive with a diverse selection of Thai Seafood dishes, but here's what we tried: Fried Fish with Garden Herb Salad ($40) - A whole fried rainbow trout, with cilantro, cashews, Thai chili, pineapple, and ginger. This was my favorite dish of the night - the flavor and texture of the fried trout combined with the Thai chili and other spices/salad ingredients created a unique sweet/savory/spicy flavor that was incredible. Would order this again. Coconut Crab Curry - Was very yummy, a nice blend of sweet and savory with the coconut flavor and crab meat. A unique Thai curry. Grilled Pork Cheeks - Marinated in fish sauce, the pork was high quality, tender, and flavorful. Next time I come back, I'd want to try the steamed fish with Thai herbs, Rawaaeng duck curry, and Zabb wings. The vibes are lively and beautifully decorated in Thai-inspired art, while also being modern. Definitely would come back! read more

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5 stars! From the hostess to the wait staff, the support wait staff, and the kitchen. The space is bigger than it looks and very busy. I appreciate the tables are spaced out so you are not on top of each other. I imagine when it is busy busy this can be a problem. We were seated quickly because of our reservation. The complimentary chips and sticky spicy chili paste was great! Healthy funyons in my opinion. We started with the squid ink calamari. The flavor is so layered and sweeter than you would think. Calamari perfectly sautéed not chewy but a little... I had the scallops and every bite i consumed. Tender flavorful scallops in a sauce that i could eat with just rice. Because i did! My bestie had the whole fried fish. Perfect perfection with flavor, fried crispy and every bite was amazing. For dessert we had the sticky rice coconut ice cream wit jackfruit. It was good. Not amazing, good enough to eat again and the entire place i will revisit. A must eat for fishy people. Yes chicken and beef items, it's the fish that shines here! read more

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Fish Cheeks is a quintessential Williamsburg restaurant, if you're looking for traditional Thai, this is not it. The menu is seafood forward. Walked in on a Saturday afternoon, the host was a little snotty when we told him we didn't have a reservation. There was no availability, I suggest making a reservation. When I checked Resy about two hours before I arrived, there were some openings, but by time I got there they were all gone. The restaurant is small, not group friendly. We sat at the bar, the bartender was very friendly & attentive. Cocktails- I ordered the tongue & cheek, which was fruity and refreshing. My friend had a bourbon cocktail that was made with duck fat! Both drinks were good. They have happy hour every day from 12 to 5. The oysters are also part of the happy hour, they were small and the sauce they were served with was very tasty. The mussel skewer appetizer was also very good, also served with a flavorful spicy peanut sauce. The zabb wings were fried to perfection, needed a little more flavor for me, I prefer saucy wings. For entrée, I had the crab curry and my friend had the beef kaprow. Both dishes were delicious, a shareable portion, but definitely not family style like the website describes. The curry was similar to a massaman curry with a little more spice, I like that the crab was served in lumps. The beef was very tasty, Each entrée was served with jasmine rice. The Thai iced tea was mediocre. Overall a great spot and a perfect location. Pricier than a typical Thai restaurant. read more

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Food has great flavor and spice. I don't think you could go wrong with any of the dishes, but I highly recommend the whole steamed fish (bonus for being pretty much boneless). Fish cheeks also has a dedicated gluten free menu which is really nice. My only gripe would be that the seats are so close, it's very awkward getting in and out of your seat. Interior is decorated very nicely. read more

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The vibe in the restaurant is very welcoming and quaint. Very colorful and we were seating by the front so we got good sunlight from the front window. The food here is very good. Coconut Crab Curry lives up to its reputation. Their Branzino is phenomenal. And the wings are seasoned to perfection. We even had some of their Pine Nut Ice Cream for desert with sticky rice which perfectly topped everything off. read more

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We made a reservation and was promptly seated when we arrived in a quieter room in the back. And a reservation is highly recommended. We made a reservation a month in advance and the prime times were already booked. The entire staff was very attentive and we were given water and menus very quickly. Every time a dish came we were told what it was a quick summary on the ingredients, something I very much appreciated. Chips with jam(?): Sounds really weird but this little free appetizer was delicious. Pandan Lemongrass Ice Tea: It sounded really interesting and it tasted even more so. The lemongrass flavor was really strong and set up the flavor profile for the rest of the night. Grilled Pork Cheeks: Very tender and flavorful. The sauce has a little kick to it but the pork pieces were good enough on their own. Zabb Wings: Comes with 4 full wings, medium sized, spicy. A must get. They came out piping hot and with wipes for your fingers. Coconut Crab Curry: Very strong coconut flavor with clumps of crab meat. I have very low spice tolerance but with jasmine rice helped. It was one of those dishes where it was a tad too spicy for me but I didn't want to stop eating it. Beef Kaprow: Also accompanied by a bowl of jasmine rice and a fried duck egg. This was a bit salty and spicy, but again tempered by the neutral jasmine rice. Crab Aob Woonsen: Probably my favorite of the three main dishes (because it wasn't spicy) but a tad on the sweet side. Also has clumps of crab meat in it. Pandan Ice cream over sticky rice: Our favorite item of the night, and it wasn't even on the menu. We couldnt finish any of the main dishes but we asked the waiter if they had any dessert and this is the only dessert they serve. We love anything pandan so we were intrigued. The sticky rice was warm and sweet and slightly melted the pandan ice cream which made the dessert even creamier. Even if you need to save some tummy space and bring some food home, this is a must get. read more

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I've had Fish Cheeks bookmarked for quite some time, and being that we were only about seven minutes away, we decided to finally give it a try. On a Friday night with no reservations available online, I fully expected it to be rough--but we went for it anyway. The moment we walked in, we were warmly greeted by the hostess, who let us know they had one table for two available for an hour. We jumped at the opportunity. Once seated, we were gifted shrimp toast with a dip so delicious I honestly wished I could take a bottle home. The menu is extensive, but it happened to be Restaurant Week, and they were offering a three-course prix fixe for $60. Starter, entrée, and dessert--with all the heavy-hitter favorites included--an absolute no-brainer. For starters, we ordered the raw marinated crabs and the Zab Zab wings. The crabs packed a serious punch--spicy, bold, and incredibly refreshing, the kind of dish that leaves you wanting more. The wings were perfectly fried, dusted in seasoning, and insanely flavorful. I also have to point out that for a tasting menu, the portion sizes were shockingly generous--pretty damn impressive. For entrées, we chose the branzino, the crispy pork, and added the crab fried rice. The rice came out first and let me tell you--this is an absolute must-try. Light, perfectly cooked, and loaded with fresh lumps of crab meat, it was pure perfection. I genuinely couldn't stop eating it. The branzino was soft and buttery, paired with a sauce that elevated the dish beautifully. And the crispy pork? Hands down the best I've ever had. The crunch, the heat, the flavor--everything complemented each other perfectly and made it an unforgettable dish. By this point, the portions had defeated us, so we packed up what we couldn't finish--still knowing dessert was coming. Dessert was pandan ice cream over warm sticky rice, and I was instantly impressed. I only wish the portion was bigger because it was that good and left me wanting more. Overall, Fish Cheeks completely lived up to the hype. Incredible food, generous portions, amazing flavors, and an attentive, welcoming staff. A solid 10/10 experience--I will most definitely be back. read more

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One of my top 5 restaurants in NYC! The steamed branzino was INSANE. So soft, so light and it comes in the tastiest broth. We ate the whole thing clean and its the best branzino ive ever had. Wings were flavorful too! The service was great. Super attentive and friendly. The inside space is busy at the front and has a bit more space in the back area. The restrooms are clean. Id highly recommend fish cheeks and it is one of my favorite NYC restaurants! read more

Fish Cheeks - Branzino - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I've been eyeing this Thai it-spot for a while, so when a friend invited me to the newer Brooklyn location, I was quick to say yes. The ambience was more casual than I expected, though it was a Monday night, so that may have played a role. Our server was extremely kind and attentive when I mentioned that I don't tolerate spice well, he thoughtfully guided me toward dishes he felt would work best for me. The menu is very seafood-forward, though there are a few meat options as well, including the popular chicken wings, duck, and some pork dishes. I ordered the coconut crab curry, which unfortunately ended up being a bit too spicy for my taste, and the heat couldn't be adjusted. In general, many items on the menu lean spicy--even the morning glory vegetable side had noticeable heat. My friends shared the fried whole fluke, which is one of their signature dishes. Everything I tasted was good, but nothing stood out as exceptional for me. Prices were reasonable and not outrageous for the quality and location. If I were to return, I'd likely try the fried fish or the wings, though the overall spice level does limit my options. 3.5/5 read more

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Colorful and fun flavors, delicious high-end meals and lively atmosphere all around. Great happy hour prices and attentive staff too. MUST TRY: marinated raw crab (they give you gloves) served cold, was so flavorful and very spicy in a great way. Such a unique dish with special texture that I would definitely get again! Also the whole steamed branzino in a lime cilantro broth was a star of the show and made great left overs. The broth made it, would get again. SHOULD TRY: chicken wings were amazing and flavorful, coconut crab curry dish was tasty, crab glass noodles were good too. Overall am dying to go back here to any location in nyc! read more

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Not just horrible service, but a HORRIBLE way to run a restaurant especially in NYC. It seems like they assume that when they say they close at 10:30, that is when the doors are locked and employees file and turn out the lights! Have they been to restaurants before? Have they been to NEW YORK CITY before? If you are willing to seat someone with a reservation, the server and whatever staff needed to serve that table stays until they're done with dinner. We got a res here for 9:45pm. They offered it! We took it. We were actually excited because we like to dine a little later and had a client event earlier so that was as early as we could make it. We were sat, we ordered drinks, we ordered dinner- the prix fixe with a few courses. Drinks came, appetizer came, and before my first bite, the server came and said: "Will you want any dessert or any other drinks for the rest of the night? The bar is closing and if you want dessert they have to make it now cause the kitchen is closing." DON'T SEAT US if you CANNOT SERVE us. So enraging and confusing for a place that is pretty spendy frankly. So embarrassing for them as an establishment. We were going to sit there and dine and drink and enjoy our late dinner but by the time the 2nd dish came, around 10:10pm which is... 20 minutes after we were seated, all of the servers were in plain clothes sitting at the bar kind of staring at us, the kitchen music got loud, and the banging around and kitchen cleaning started. There were literally cooks just kind of staring out at us as well. It was the worst. We took half our food home and we will never return to any of their locations. I took a while to decide if I should write this by poor NYC is getting clobbered by this kind of nonsense. Tacky, money grab to take a res and then shove us out the door. They seem to have NO idea what dining even is, and frankly this kind of establishment is the reason NYC nightlife is dying. read more

Awesome! I had the tofu pad prik khing (came with rice) and pakboong. The tofu was intensely spicy and flavorful, with aromatic red curry paste and delicious fried tofu. The tofu was still a bit airy with a well browned exterior, which was great for carrying the curry. The morning glory was light and savory, with a simple but flavorful broth. These came in at around $45 with taxes, which is a tad pricey but felt like a reasonably heavy meal. read more

Randomly grabbed a 3 pm reservation on a Sunday. This meal blew me away. The highlights were the Williamsburg location specific items we got, which were the raw marinated crabs and the mama tom yum soup. Everything was intensely flavorful and addicting. On their own the wings were incredible, but nothing can outshine the seafood here. The oysters were good but nothing special. I took the tom yum soup home and it was just as good reheated a few hours later. I want to go back immediately. read more

Fish Cheeks - raw marinated crab!! - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The crab coconut curry was phenomenal! I'd highly recommend this location, it was generally less crowded than I expected. Fair warning that it's a bit spicy when it says spicy!! read more

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After ordering, we were first given some complimentary shrimp chips with a savory Thai dip that was really fun to try. Shrimp in 3 crab sauce - This was a party in my mouth. Tangy, acidic, salty, spicy, fresh garlic slices, fresh mint, fresh chilis, and raw marinated shrimp. Strong and refreshing flavors. The shrimp was the perfect vehicle for this sauce, and the shrimp had good texture. There is said to be bitter melon but I couldn't taste it. Zabb wings - The seasoning on the wings is so refreshing with the lime tang and the fresh aroma of the makrut lime leaves. Lots of balance between savory, sour, and sweet in the seasoning. The wings themselves were large and perfectly crispy and not oily. The texture of the skin was unlike any other wings I've had, it was thin and crispy. The meat inside was juicy. These wings were so skillfully prepared. Steamed fish with Thai herbs - This was my favorite dish of the night. The branzino was steamed perfectly and so tender. There are bones, but it was worth it. The sauce was sour with some sweetness to balance it out with very fresh aromatic herbs taking the forefront. The sauce with the herbs reminds me of the Vietnamese sour soup with the same type of herbs. Very similar flavor profile, but the sauce in this dish is brighter to pair perfectly with the fish. Very lime forward, bright and zingy. I loved the soft cabbage on the bottom that soaked in all of this perfect flavorful sauce. Coconut crab curry - I didn't like this dish. I wasn't a fan of the curry sauce. The flavor profile just wasn't to my liking. There was also a hint of bitterness in the curry that I couldn't figure out. I also found the sauce to be very coconut cream forward, which isn't for me. The crabmeat was plentiful. Pakboong fai dang (aka stir-fried morning glory) - I love morning glory, but for being "wok fried" I found this to be a weak dish flavor-wise, but it serves its purpose as a side dish. I didn't get any wok fried flavor, nor did I get any garlicky flavors, it was mostly one note of just salt and some soybean. I much prefer my mom's stir-fried morning glory. There was some hits and some misses for me with the food but the whole dining experience and ambiance pushed the overall rating to a 5. I loved being seated in the back room with the whimsical wallpaper. Service was great. I really enjoyed my dinner here. read more

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There are 2 fish cheeks locations but we decided to visit this location as we were staying in Brooklyn. I believe this is a smaller location, but if you make a reservation, you should be all set. We ordered the chicken wings, duck curry, and crispy rice salad. My favorite dish was hands down the chicken wings! The wings could have been a bit more juicy in my opinion but the seasoning was delicious. The duck curry was good, but I would probably opt to try a different main dish next time. As for the crispy rice salad, I don't think I was quite prepared for the format of it. You eat it similarly to lettuce wraps, and I found the rice to be a bit too crunchy in contrast to everything else. I also felt like the mint and other flavors were more powerful than I had hoped. Overall, I would highly recommend the chicken wings here, but as a comprehensive Thai spot, I'm not sure if this would be at the top of my list. Some friends also recommended the steamed fish, so we'd likely add that to our list if we visited again. read more

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Our first meal after getting off of the plane and it was a winner!! Super savory with the perfect amount of heat. Probably the best meal we had on this trip! Go here and eat, that's all I can say. read more

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Hey guys, Detroit, Michigander here, visiting New York! Everything about this restaurant was aesthetically pleasing. I enjoyed every bite. The service was amazing. The food came out hot and flavorful the broth that the fish was laying in was so good you could drink it. There was a lot of meat on the fish and it was delightful enough for two or more to share. The coconut crab curry was also a big taste! A tongue, bud buster for real. Everything came out so pretty. I love how the fish looked like it was cold, but it wasn't how crystal clear and fresh it looked. I also had some happy hour oysters. Those were also very flavorful very tasty and I wish that I had gotten more! The beer was so good. I recommend anyone to try that one that I have pictured. It was so flavorful nice and bold. Inside were tall ceilings, a beautiful bar and friendly staff. It was extremely clean inside and I can't wait to get back to New York so I can have some flavor from this place again. Especially that beer, it was that good. read more

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Fish Cheeks is simply a welcome addition to the delicious restaurants in the Williamsburg area. I have been able to come a few times for lunch which has been quite easy to grab a reservation for. Between the friendly and welcoming service to the bright and colorful decor the vibes of this restaurant is just perfect. My favorites here are the grilled pork cheeks, crab fried rice, prawn karee, and the sautéed cabbage. Honorable mentions are the wings, shrimp in 3 crab sauce, as well as the duck curry. They also have one of the better Thai iced tea I've tried. I can't wait to come back to try the other dishes. read more

Fish Cheeks - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I've been to the Fish Cheeks in Manhattan and enjoyed and feel this one is consistent with my previous experience. Overall, I think it's worth checking out and a great dinner spot. I'll definitely be back! Had a reservation for 4 people and when we sat the host told us we only had the table for 1.5 hours. Initially felt stressed by this, but food comes relatively out fast. Though it did not leave us time for dessert... so we didn't order anything. Ordered the below and split among 4 people. It was the perfect amount of food and I would order everything again. -Zabb Wings: flavorful, zesty. Has a mild kick. Not greasy. Can't remember how many it comes with, but we each got a wing. -Grilled Pork Cheeks: flavorful, not fatty. Split among 4 people it was fairly small, but overall enjoyed. -Crab Fried Rice: more flavorful than you'd expect, especially with the side sauces it comes with. An essential dish if getting a protein, especially the steamed fish (soaks up the juices so well!) -Steamed Fish: just order it. It's delicious. Bursting with flavors: zesty, spicy, rich, citrusy. And great to share. -Coconut Crab Curry: it says spicy on the menu, but I did not find it spicy (pleasant surprise for me). Rich and creamy. Flavorful. read more

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DIVINE!! Citrus, acidic, fresh, interesting, the flavor profile was really memorable. Tried the whole branzino, the squid ink calamari, the chicken wings (the best seasoning), and the pork belly (love, great portion) read more

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This is where you enjoy a Thai food experience. Mid sized restaurant with an incredible decor. Party of 4, we were sat at a table with a banquette and a three fish lamp behind us ( my fav). I ordered a bottle of Muscadet that pair well with dinner. The unsweetened ice tea was getting good reviews. Dinner: whole branzino, grilled mussels skewers with crispy shallots, chilled corn salad, chicken wings, shell on prawns in curry sauce and fried trout. We loved everything but that trout. It was fried hard and over garnished. The service is amazing. Dirty plates removed in a timely fashion, removing dishes you haven't touch to prep for take home, and patience for questions. Thank you Isabella for excellent service. Cool everybody bathrooms Beautiful floral wall paper Open kitchen read more

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Tried the Williamsburg location exclusive food and drinks while here, and similar to the Manhattan location the food is delicious and the drinks are good. Oysters were okay, I liked the sauce that went with it but I much prefer classic raw oysters with standard accompaniments. My spice tolerance must be failing me lately, because the raw spicy marinated crab was so spicy. It was really delicious, but very hot. Reminded me a bit of the Korean soy marinated crab but with a fishier, more sour and spicy taste. Tom Yum noodle soup was delicious, great flavors, wide variety of seafood and meats, everything tasted great as expected. Service was great, glad to have a really good Thai restaurant here in Williamsburg (beyond cheaper options like Noods N Chill). read more

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Fish Cheeks finally opened in Williamsburg so of course I had to try! Came on a weekday with a party of four (7pm reservation). The server greeted us warmly and started us off with complimentary shrimp chips and dipping sauce; the chips and sauce went perfectly together. Appetizers: We ordered a dozen oysters, which came topped with fried shallots and sauce. The oysters were on the smaller side (which they're known for), but the sauce and crunch of the shallots made them really enjoyable. The Zabb wings were a standout. Crispy with a lime dry rub that was super flavorful. The grilled pork cheeks were on the drier side though; I've had them at the Manhattan location and they were juicier and more tender there. The Somtum corn salad had corn, cherry tomatoes, and string beans with lime and fish sauce. Flavor wise it worked, but the string beans were a little too raw for me. Entree: The Pakboong Fai Dang (fried morning glory with garlic) was delicious; you could really taste the garlic infused into the veggies. My favorite dish was definitely the crab fried rice, big portion, loaded with crab meat, and perfect for sharing. We also tried the Mama Tom Yum Soup with ramen noodles, crispy pork, shrimp, squid, and mussels. Personally, I wouldn't order it again, it leaned way too sour for my taste. The steamed fish with Thai herbs (whole branzino) had great texture, the fish melted in your mouth, but the lime overpowered the dish so much that you couldn't really taste the fish itself. For desserts, I got the Mango Sticky Rice. The mango sticky rice was delicious! The mango was fresh and sweet, and it paired perfectly with the warm, chewy sticky rice. A simple but perfect way to end the meal! For drinks, I got the pandan lemongrass iced tea. Refreshing with a minty note, but it honestly reminded me of Froot Loops cereal. The space is big, clean, and the staff were really nice. Overall, it's a solid addition to Williamsburg and I'd definitely come back, but if I'm craving Fish Cheeks, I think I still prefer the SoHo location. read more

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Over the years, I've been to many aesthetically pleasing Thai restaurants where the food is average, so I'm usually a little skeptical of places that put a heavy emphasis on this aspect of it. There are a lot of hole in the wall Thai restaurants that are bangers, so is the ambiance a cherry on top, or being used to compensate for something else? I'm happy to say Fish Cheeks lives up to the high reviews. My family wanted to try the fried wings as they looked great on other reviews, but they have whey in them. Not really sure why, but we had to pivot due to a dairy allergy, so we got the crispy rice salad and pork as our appetizer. It's been said that when you don't get what you want, it may just be a redirection to something better. That definitely rang true in this case. This dish is AMAZING. Worth coming back for alone. We tried the noted "fan favorite" crab curry, which was interesting. I've never had crab in a Thai curry so it was nice to try. It was deceptively filling. A bit on the spicy side for me (I can take a bit of spice), so if you're slightly sensitive, I would recommend getting more rice or another neutral dish to balance this one. There aren't any other veggies that come with the curry so it's crab + sauce, so maybe that's why the spice hit me harder than the usual curry. Also had the sautéed cabbage which was delicious. The pieces were cooked large, and without knives a little cumbersome to eat. To top off, I had the Butterfly Pea Flower Limeade which was refreshing and not too sweet. We were very satisfied and definitely coming back - there are so many interesting options we saw on the menu and looking forward to trying more. read more

Fish Cheeks - Crispy rice salad and pork - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Eatery said this was one of the best spots and they didn't let us down! We had a decent size group and we were told the plates were shareable sizes, but we still each ordered a plate because they all sounded amazing! The favorites were the dry aged beef, crab fried rice, wings, and surprisingly, the squid ink calamari. Everything was super flavorful and perfect for sharing. Some plates were smaller than others but still shareable sizes. Also we were there during happy hour and the drinks are a must try! It's a cute place and we were in a room just straight ahead but it seemed like we had our own space. It was great! read more

Fish Cheeks - Bananam-wat and punk drunk love - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I've been to fish cheeks before in the city and really enjoyed it so when I saw that they were opening in Williamsburg, I was very excited to try. I got a reservation for 5 PM on a Thursday and it very quickly filled up. Our server Rady was very friendly and the service was top-notch. The specialty dish of the Williamsburg location is the Thai version of marinated raw crab. The chili and lime paired perfectly with the crab, they keep in mind that this is a pretty spicy dish if you cannot tolerate much spice. The steamed fish also has a similar sauce, though personally not as spicy. I ate this with a bowl of white rice to round out the meal. Overall was good, I'd come back! read more

Fish Cheeks - Raw marinated crab - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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To be quite honest, fish cheeks is probably one of the best Thai food restaurants in Brooklyn and Manhattan. I have been to Fishcheeks more than once and each time I am impressed with the food. the portion of Branzino as you can see in the picture is a whole fish. The seasoning and flavors of this dish is 100%. Being from the Caribbean and understanding the importance of seasonings and herbs in your food, I can appreciate what the chef creates with this dish. It comes on a plate that has the flame underneath it so it continues to cook and then simmer in its seasonings the broth of this dish, I was just drink it as a soup on a cold winter day, it is that good. The curry crab dish was great. I kind of wish the portion was larger, but I completely understand portion control lol. The seasonings of this dish as well were amazing. The curry was smooth and you can definitely taste the hint of coconut milk used, which I appreciated. They give you a good sizable amount of crab meat as well. Customer service was great and the restaurant decor is beautiful. very homely, clean and inviting. There is street parking. You might have to circle a little bit because of the area and there are other restaurants around, but it is not hard to find parking. read more

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Was able to sat down for 2 walking up on a Friday evening. The layout is interesting but works surprisingly well considering it's a tighter space. Love the decor and ambiance of the restaurant. So colorful and small details like the tile being fish scales that I thought was cool. Moving onto the food we order the Laab Wings, Coconut Crab Curry, and the Branzino. Laab Wings to start the meal came out very fast which was really nice. Came out as FULL wings not drum or flats. Dusted with what seems to be makrut lime - fried very well. Juicy and perfectly seasoned in my opinion. It's balanced meaning there's some sweetness to it combined with the sourness from the powder very tasty. The crab coconut is complex which is good strong coconut flavor that's throughout with a hint of crab. The branzino SHEESH. Star of the show in my opinion. Lined with ginger garlic and lime and basting in a lime bath with loads of cilantro on top with Thai chili. Thoroughly enjoyed this the most bright refreshing and keeping me coming back for more. Great Thai place and glad this new location is walking distance from where I stayed. Great service attentive to our meal and no issue at all. They had exclusive cocktails to this area on the menu that I did not try. Would highly recommend any Thai food enjoyer to come here and dine. read more

Fish Cheeks - Branzino with Crab Coconut Curry - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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One of my favorite Thai spots in the city now has a Williamsburg location -- it's great and on par with the NoHo spot, but features some exclusive dishes. I love the Asian-inspired oysters and Choo Chee Scallop curry, but everything is amazing. I'd totally recommend the Raw Marinated Crab. It's SPICY, but the experience is complete with gloves to prevent a mess. I'll be back! read more

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Morning Glory Saw this lovely couple next to us kill the morning glory side dish and had to follow suit it's got an incredible charred-smokiness, the kind of flavor you can only achieve when the chef uses high heat and a seasoned wok! Honestly such an underrated green and dish in general. Steamed fish ‍ Had to satiate the craving ever since I had this dish at Kalaya Philly. In some ways I liked this one more because it wasn't as spicy and hopefully won't suffer post meal, but I feel like the one I had at Kalaya (and maybe bc it was my first time), the memory was more intense and punchy because of its spice-- although I have to admit yielded damaging effects next day anyways, if you've never had this, it's got tangy, garlicky, savory, broth with a soft sweet branzino meat, and somehow the spice from the Thai chilis build over time. read more