We started with two drinks: The Butterfly Pea Lychee Soda (two toned, floral, light, and refreshing) and the strawberry guava fizz (sweet, fruity, and bubbly). The shrimp donuts were a must!! Famous for its crispy, savory, and addictive flavor. Easily our favorites!! The Mama Tom Yum Grilled River Prawns brought real heat, creativity, and tang. We also tried the crispy chicken with egg noodles, which was rich, saucy, crunchy, and a fun twist on comfort food. Our dessert was mango coconut sticky rice which was soft, sweet, and the perfect finish!! read more

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Rua Thai is another Thai restaurant stone's throw away from our home. We came here to try this place with our neighbors. The place was relatively quiet for a Saturday night. Our group of 4 started with a bottle of Pinot Grigio and a few appetizers to share, namely: Som tum papaya salad and dumplings curry. For the main entree, my eyes caught the attention of clay pot mix-fried rice with shrimp, chicken, sweet sausage, and my partner chose shrimp pad thai. Nothing really stood out with the dishes; I found it to be a bit Americanized, having eaten in so many Thai restaurants around New York City. Overall, we enjoyed our dinner here; our food came in timely fashion, and the customer service is good as well, but it's probably not your place if you are seeking a more authentic Thai-style cooking. read more

Rua Thai Restaurant - Clay Pot Fried Rice - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Curry Dumplings are best eaten hot--l really like that coconut curry sauce to soak into every bit of the dumpling wrapper for the full flavor. The Mama Tom Yum Grilled River Prawns came with stir-fried instant noodles that were surprisingly tasty, well-seasoned and aromatic, and the prawns on top made it even better. The presentation was pretty eye-catching too. As for the Ground Pork Basil Fried Egg, it didn't have lemongrass, so it felt like it was missing a layer of aroma, but the minced pork was stir-fried until nice and dry, and mixing it with the runny egg yolk made for a satisfying combo over rice. The RUA Volcano reminded me a bit of American-style salt-and-pepper chicken, though not exactly the same--it had more of an American-Chinese vibe to it. The Thai Iced Tea wasn't overly sweet and had a stronger tea flavor, which I appreciated. The Butterfly Pea Lychee Soda was sweet and tangy, refreshing and light. Overall, each dish had its own standout point, and the meal definitely lived up to expectations. read more

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The larb really stole the show. We were wiping up that super limey, flavorful sauce. We came in late on a Monday night and there was no wait but a few other people dining. The staff were friendly and I don't think my cup ever reached half empty. The larb was clearly our favorite, the tomyum lacked a bit of flavor so will probably skip next time. Shrimp Pad Thai was good, nice portions, and the cashew chicken was flavorful. This was a lot for two people as portions are decent so we had ended up taking most of the cashew chicken home. read more

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I had the pad Thai with chicken and it was one of the best pad Thai I've tasted, the ambience was on point and you could carry on a conversation not noisy at all , we had great service and the staff was attentive all in all great place to eat . read more

Rua Thai Restaurant - Pad Thai chicken - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I made a pickup order online, which was quick and easy. It was ready within 15 minutes and all packaged nicely. I ordered the Pad See Ew with Crispy Chicken ($18.95) and Cheesy Crab Rangoon ($10). To start, I liked that they separated the crispy chicken from the pad see yu so it wouldn't get soggy. Despite that, the crispy chicken was so dry and hard. If you're going to get any dish with a protein, don't get the crispy chicken. The noodles itself were decent, but could use more flavor. I did enjoy the crab rangoons though if you like cream cheese like I do. Overall, the food was just ok to me. With so many great Thai spots in NYC, this was just whatever to me. It seems like their presentation and aesthetics make the meal seem better, but I didn't experience this since I did takeout. read more

Rua Thai Restaurant - Pad See Yuu with Crispy Chicken and Cheesy Crab Rangoon. - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Had such a great experience at RUA Thai! The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. The atmosphere is vibrant and unique, and the service was friendly and attentive. The shrimp donuts and pineapple fried rice were definitely highlights! Highly recommend this spot if you're looking for a fun and flavorful Thai dining experience in Brooklyn! read more

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Ambiance (5/5): the establishment is ornate in its decorations. Welcoming large space. Light noise volumes. Service (5/5): we were the only patrons on a Monday at 6p but it slowly had more show. We were given the option for the food come when ready or together. The food came pretty quickly. Food (4/5): every dish had a wonderful presentation. The dishes had great flavor but all were incredibly salty. Massaman curry (4/5): the curry was so salty and wished it was more thick to dip. The roti was crunchy and cooked to a perfection. It also came with a little side salad! Duck (4/5): the duck was very tender and the outer layer had a nice crunch. It came on a bed of tasty Chinese broccoli. Drunken noodles (4/5): a good portion of tender chicken, great flavors. NOTE: 5 star reviews may be bought for a free beverage. (Not mine) read more

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Came here to catch up with a friend and to try a new spot and was not disappointed. Both of us left sayin we would come back. The food was delicious and the ambiance was actual very nice! Wasn't expecting the place to be so decorated but that was a plus. The service could have been better but the food did come out quickly. I felt like I had to constantly chase down our waitress but she seemed to be working through her lunch break so that was okay. They have an amazing lunch special for about $15 and the portions are definitely huge and worth it. We both basically had the drunken noodles but I got mine with beef & she got hers with fried chicken. I'll be coming back! read more

Rua Thai Restaurant - Beef Drunken Noodles with crab wantons... 5/5 BUSSIN!! - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Had a nice experience at Rua Thai! The presentation was creative and colorful, and the dishes were fun to look at. I especially liked the playful way everything was plated. The restaurant also has a unique, colorful interior and a fun atmosphere. A nice spot to check out if you're looking for Thai food with interesting presentation in NYC. read more

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We had a great experience at Rua Thai in Brooklyn! Me and my husband really enjoyed everything. The restaurant is beautiful with a tropical vibe and lots of Instagram-worthy details, perfect for any occasion. We started with sangrias and the appetizer sampler. For mains, my husband had the Teriyaki Fried Rice with steak and egg, and I had the Royal Pineapple Fried Rice--both were delicious and full of flavor. We finished with Mango Sticky Rice, which was the perfect dessert. The staff was friendly, attentive, and provided excellent service. We'll definitely be back! read more

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I walked past this restaurant and decided to drop in and try it. It was around 2:30 so I missed the lunch rush and it was fairly empty inside. I was seated right away and the waiter just dropped the menu off and then came back a few minutes later to take my order. I ordered the Kra Pao (Thai basil ground meat and rice) and was surprised the waiter 1) didn't mention the lunch special option and 2) didn't ask me spice level preference. It looked like everyone else dining at that time either knew about the lunch special or were told about it cuz they all had ordered it. I'm not upset about my order but love a good deal, so I felt like the service could have been better. The food itself was good - flavorful and cooked well but I could have had a little more spice. A good Thai option if you're in the area! read more

Rua Thai Restaurant - Basil Sauce (Gra-Prow) - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

3.5. After checking in at another local Thai spot and left ignored for 30 minutes, we upped and left. Next stop--Rua Thai. We took a leap of faith after an unpleasant experience last year and revisited. This time, all was quiet as we entered and throughout dinner. The large (almost too bright) chandelier was a stunning welcome and once settled, water was served in lovely copper cups. We shared the steamed vegetable gyoza for appetizer. Not bad but not the best. My order was Spicy Tofu with Chinese Broccoli. Good thing I asked for Steamed tofu since the dish is made with deep fried tofu. The other order was Chicken with Garlic. I had a taste and although the flavors were good, the chicken was overcooked. Service, at times, was lackluster and clumsy. Overall, we were satisfied and I will return again. In fact, the dish I ordered might be on repeat. I really liked it. read more

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My mom said her friend thought the food here was yummy, so I brought her here to try it. The service was really great, and most of the food was ok, but I was really disappointed with the majority of their deep-fried foods. They were too dry, overcooked, and bland. Shrimp Donuts - Golden fried breaded shrimp donuts. $15 5/5 This was the best thing I had here. I know I said their deep-fried foods aren't good, but this was one of the exceptions. The shrimp was bouncy and succulent. The batter was just right and tasted pretty light. The donuts were served with a sweet chili sauce. Duck Crepe - Crispy duck, cucumber, mix salad wrapped in roti bread. $12 4/5 This was an inventive dish. The roti bread was nicely crisped. The layers of salad leaves and veggies gave a nice moistness to the dish. The duck was good too. One order of this is pretty filling despite being an appetizer. Kao Pad Muk / Squid Ink Fried Rice w/ Fried Calamari 3.5/5 It sounds interesting, but it was not memorable. The salted egg yolk flavor was very subtle, even though the salted egg yolk crumbs were sprinkled all over the dish. Not the best calamari I've had, but also not the worst. Not sure how strong the squid ink flavoring should be, but it wasn't very strong here. Pad see yu with crispy chicken - $18.95 3/5 You get to pick your desired protein with the pad see yu. I went with crispy chicken because I haven't seen that option before at other Thai restaurants. The pad see yu itself was pretty good, but the pile of crispy chicken on top was a no-go. As mentioned before, they don't do deep-fried foods that well. It didn't really taste like chicken because all the juiciness was sucked out of it, and it was hard to detect the chicken taste. The batter was too much (too crispy and dry). I should've gone with a different protein. Branzino with Massaman Curry 3.5/5 The massaman curry was great. It actually went really well with the deep-fried branzino. But the branzino was flavorless without the curry. My husband really enjoyed the fish, though, and my mom was obsessed with the curry. Royal Pineapple Fried Rice 3/5 The fried rice was fine, but I didn't appreciate how the seafood was piled on top of the pineapple opening. You have to clear all the seafood before getting to the rice. The seafood was deep-fried, which I wasn't aware of - maybe it was depicted in the photo, but I can't recall. And unfortunately, the deep-fried seafood was not that great. The shrimp, in particular, was overcooked. I did enjoy the big pieces of pineapple slices on the side. Pad Puk Tofu - Sauteed mix vegetables and tofu $17.95 4/5 I enjoyed this sauteed dish of vegetarian ingredients, but the price is pretty steep for what it is. It came with a plate of plain white rice. Chicken kra-prao - 1/5 You get to pick the protein for this dish, and we went with chicken. Something about the flavor was just not enjoyable for me, so this was my least favorite dish. It came with a fried egg on top and a bed of rice. The chicken part of the dish could've used some sauciness. It was very dry and didn't look appetizing. Teriyaki fried rice 4/5 I didn't try the steak since it was kind of red/pink, but I did enjoy the fried rice. My group said the steak was good, though. We had wanted to order an udon dish, but they ran out of udon for the day! It was only lunchtime when we went, so we were taken aback. read more

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My friend and I decided to check out Rua Thai on a Thursday at 5:15pm. The interior has an instagrammable aesthetic, perfect for catching up with friends or for date night. We were the only people in the restaurant the entire time, but it was a stormy day, so that could have impacted the decisions of others. I got massaman curry with tofu ($17.95) and my friend got pad see yu with pork ($17.95). The branding on my friend's pad see yu was a nice touch! Though prices are comparable to other Brooklyn thai places, I do think the dishes are on the smaller side. Generally, the food was tasty, and I would recommend it if you are in the area. For me, I prefer a less liquid consistency to my curry and a stronger peanut flavor. I had no issues with spice for this, so it's a good choice if you are sensitive to spice. Service was very attentive! We had consistent water refills and check-backs. I would come back to try one of their special dishes, to see if those deliver more on flavor. read more

Rua Thai Restaurant - $17/95 - massaman curry with tofu - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Food was lackluster to me. Got -Green curry - rice had minimal fragrance; Trader Joe's frozen green curry has better value and flavor, one thing that rua is better ks there are more toppings than Trader Joe's -pad Thai - mostly noodles, tasted sweet and like ketchup , missing savory nutty flavor profile. Thai tea was the best part of this meal. Comparable to / arguably better than canned Thai tea drink available in international section of major grocery stores. Fairly prompt delivery time. Nothing spilled. read more

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Rua Thai NYC is a Smith street staple serving up photo worthy cocktails and quality Thai food in Brooklyn. Don't skip the curry dumplings or the pineapple fried rice! It was well worth the visit! Solid service and calming ambiance as well! read more

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BEWARE: Rua Thai (204 Smith Street) was closed down the week of 5/22-5/29 by the NYC Health Department. Violation Points: 55 Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer's refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor. Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/ stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used. Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses. Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit. Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas. Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred. read more

Rua Thai Restaurant - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came to eat here at night and saw all the great reviews so figured I'd give them a chance for dinner. Started with the crab Rangoon and it was pretty average the oil they fry it wasn't fresh so there was black spots all over the Rangoon Five out of 10 And then I tried the Thai fried rice and upon my first bite there was a humongous bone wrapped around a piece of chicken which almost cracked my tooth. Minus that horrifying experience. The fried rice is pretty bad, lacking flavor and just seemed like empty carbs. 1/10 and almost caused my physical harm. Won't ever come back read more

Rua Thai Restaurant - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Ate lunch here on a Saturday. The food was very delicious. The appetizer tray comes with a variety of sampler with different sauces which I really enjoyed. The clay pot rice was good but the only thing I didn't like was that there wasn't enough meat in it. The calamari is crispy and the spicy sauce accompanied with it made it very delicious. The servers were very attentive. Refilling our waters frequently and always checking up on us throughout the meal. This is a great place to have lunch or dinners beautiful pictures of Thailand fill the walls of the restaurant. read more

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Like the Phoenix, Rua Thai has arisen from the ashes of Kor Tor Mor, bigger and better than its predecessor. Actually, it's not bigger. It's exactly the same size as the previous restaurant. But so far, I do like it better. I think you have to dine in to get the full effect of the "Floating Market Inspired" cuisine, but thus far I'm deeply, deeply content with the extremely flavorful takeout we've been getting. Unlike some dime a dozen Thai delivery joints we've encountered, Rua incorporates little touches that amp up the flavor of old standbys like Pad Thai and red curry into something I actually want to eat. My guess is it's a little more lime, a little more fish sauce, and a lot more deliciousness. My daughter even branched out into pad see ew (a first) and now loves it, even if she calls them "mushroom noodles." I guess they look like mushrooms? I dunno, but I can't wait to dine in and see these beautiful dishes as they were meant to be eaten. read more

Rua Thai Restaurant - Pad Thai (GF) - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Came here for an early belated birthday dinner with a friend of mine. We ordered crab rangoon, curry dumplings, crispy chicken pad see ew, and chicken drunken noodles. The food was delicious. The curry dumplings are filled with shrimp and chicken. They were spicy but delicious. If you have a low spice tolerance, don't order it. The grab rangoon was the surprise treat for the night. I tend to not like crab rangoon from too many places because often times the cream cheese flavor is too strong and overpowers the crab. However, they did a great job here of balancing the flavor profile of the crab with the cream cheese. If you're in the Cobble Hill area, definitely check them out. read more

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Great service. Loved the Pad Thai with pork. The sampler was filling and enough for 3 people. My boyfriend tried the Moo Dang and devoured it. Prices are affordable and the portion sizes are huge. I also appreciated the interior decor as it made me feel like I was actually in Thailand! read more

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I enjoyed my visit to Rua Thai; the customer service was terrific! The ladies were very attentive and made sure we were comfortable and had everything we wanted. I initially came here for the shrimp doughnuts, but I was disappointed because they didn't taste like shrimp. I tasted more oil than anything else. We also ordered calamari, which was better than the shrimp but lacked flavor. I ordered a drink called Kwan-ream it had coconut rum, amaretto, matcha, and kinako. I tried to like it but it was way too sweet for me. The waitress was understanding and switched it for me to a Tom Ka Za. That drink had rum, coconut, lemongrass, and limeleaf. It was better and had a good balance between the sweetness and alcohol. I plan to return again to try other items from their menu and hopefully I have a better experience. read more

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Popped into to this place for lunch and had a great dining experience! Wanted to try something new and the Tom Ka Soup with Chicken was elegant and flavorful with a unique broth. Ginger Sauce with Real Crispy Duck, as opposed to the Mock Duck option listed on menu. Asked our server and was told it was not real duck, but they could do real crispy duck, Duck was tender crispy and tasty with the ginger sauce. Another great find in this neighborhood joint. read more

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I was walking along Smith Street when I stumbled upon this beautiful restaurant. I was in the mood for some Thai food for a while and this place did not disappoint. I ordered the Shrimp Donuts for my appetizer and they were very delicious. For my entree I had the Pad See Yu with Chicken. It was well prepared and very tasty. I enjoyed my meal and I would definitely come back here to try other options on the menu. The waitress was very nice and attentive. The customer service was excellent. read more

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

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When there are so many Thai spots within a few blocks, it can be hard to choose where to go, but this is one of my favorites in the area. The curry and noodle dishes are consistently great, and the massaman is my go-to. Takeout is just as good as dining in, and the portions always come with plenty of protein and veggies. My only small complaint is that the spice level tends to run mild even when I ask for it, but everything tastes so good that I keep coming back anyway. read more

Great food great ambiance great drinks. Will go again next NY trip. Service was good. Sometimes a bit akward but i didnt mind read more

Rua Thai Restaurant - SAB - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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

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Great Thai spot that ranks among the best in the city. Here's what you need to know: 1. Excellent portion sizes... we split four dishes between four people and it was portioned perfectly 2. Flavorful and spicy... everything here has a great kick. In the best way possible 3. If you want to go salad, try something new and get the avocado mango salad. 4. Pad Thai is top 5 in the city easily 5. Good service and lowkey ambiance. read more

Rua Thai in Brooklyn has become one of my go to Thai restaurants for authentic Thai food in NYC. Rua Thai is always a pleasurable dining experience . The authenticity of the restaurant took me on a journey through Thailand market. From the aromatic soup to the flavorful Pineapple Rice and shrimp, each dish showcased a perfect balance of spices . The ambiance was inviting and the staff provided attentive service. Their signature cocktail selections are phenomenal. The menu offers a huge variety of Thai specialities. I enjoyed this great culinary journey! Don't forget they have an amazing lunch special. read more

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

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

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Longtime customer here who won't order again. I had a terrible service experience last night and am out $60 while never getting my food. I placed a $60 order on their website (thinking I'd be helpful and support the business by using their chosen platform, Sauce). When the order hadn't arrived an hour later, I called. Without asking my name or order details, the person answering told me "it's on its way" and hung up. Some version of this happened two more times. Finally, I went to the restaurant in person to sort things out. I showed them the confirmation email from the ordering platform, and the manager walked away from me without giving me any explanation. I figured she'd be back with some good. I waited for 30 minutes, the staff ignored me, and I left. No food, no refund, no explanation. So strange. read more

Sorry for the lateness in reviewing this. Hubby and I found this place unexpectedly after visiting a Japanese market nearby. The street is heavily occupied by tons of restaurants serving different cuisines. This place is beautifully decorated like an indoor garden. Mint was our server and she's Thai! We ordered, of course, Pad Prik Khing. We're pad prik khing eaters. We also ordered Roti Canai, Tum Yum soup and Colossal Crab fried rice. OK, Pad Prik Khing was excellent. Roti Canai was too. Tom Yum was delicious! Crab fried rice was less flavorful. I don't mind returning and trying other dishes like noodles and green curry to see whether they have the spices I want. Yeah, I live in New York and am struggling to find the right spice LOL. Great experience! read more

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Decor is SO CUTE -- cute date spot! Curry dumplings were good! The salad came with a curry-like sauce which was a first for me; it was great! Chicken Pad Thai was good! Decent place for Thai food cravings, very well priced -- Lunch special had dumplings and salad included with the pad thai! Thanks rua thai restaurant! read more

Rua Thai Restaurant - Thai Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Rua Thai is GOOD! But in addition to the food, being good, I'm super grateful for the service and the fact that they actually were quite ethical and fair when I raised a concern. I brought my niece and daughter here for lunch, very randomly. My kid got the colossal crab fried rice, my niece got the chicken fried rice, and I ordered the garlic pepper chicken. We also had Thai tea and spring rolls. Spring rolls: I make my own dipping sauce, which is a little more savory. But, the rolls themselves, were a little sweet without any sauce at all. I didn't love that, but they were still good and fried well. Colossal crab fried rice: $35 but it was a good portion size and tasted really good. Chicken fried rice: standard, but really good. Great flavor. Garlic pepper chicken: very good. I could've lapped up the sauce. Thai tea: perfect. Not too sweet and the perfect amount of milk. Overall, I would return and definitely recommend to others. The decor site is so freaking cute, and the service was pretty good. Back to my comment earlier about them being ethical. So, after lunch that day, we asked for boxes for our food. The restaurant is the type to box up your leftovers for you. So, they did that. However, when we got home, I noticed that the colossal crab fried rice, which my daughter ate less than a fourth of, was packaged in a very small plastic container that was less than a fourth full. Additionally, there were two extra spring rolls in our bag. It was almost as if someone dropped some of the rice or spilled it, and threw the rolls in as a concession. However, nobody said anything. So, I called the next day and there was no answer. I called a couple days later, and someone answered. As I was explaining the situation, recognizing that this was a very small business, I didn't expect them to do anything or even call me back. However, the woman I spoke to said that she was going to do some research and call me back. Sure, enough, about 15 minutes later, she called me and said that she thinks there was an order mixup. And because of that, they'd be happy to remake the rice for me. I was elated. I told her I'd come pick up the next day. The next day, I called and placed the order over the phone, and 20 minutes later, we had another serving of crab fried rice. This one was just as delicious as the last. I have to give kudos where they are due. I've been to restaurants and other businesses before who do things like this and won't make it right. I appreciate them doing this and fixing it. I would definitely recommend. read more

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Inspired by the concept of floating market, Rua Thai instantly transports us to Thailand. The interior isn't overly decorated. It's cozy to sit by the window to enjoy their authentic street market food and sunshine on a warm day. ＊Fried Calamari*** The fried calamari really shines on its own! Tender calamari coated with golden crispy layer and bits of salted egg yolk. The seafood mayo dip was too delicious that we had to ask for more. Finger-licking good. ＊Shrimp Donuts* These donut-shaped shrimp cakes were generously stuffed with shrimp paste. The shrimp filling was bouncy and well seasoned. Heavenly with the sweet chili sauce. ＊Mama Tom Yum Grilled River Prawns The signature sautéed tom yum noodles served in a Mama cup. 100% insta-worthy presentation. It had pieces of stir-fried prawns and a grilled prawn. The latter was overcooked. The noodle texture was indeed very good, yet I expected more seafood flavors from the seasoning. A pricey entree for what it was. ＊Colossal Crab Fried Rice w. Crab Rangoon Very fancy to serve the fried rice in a coconut shell with overflowing amount of crab meat. The fried rice tasted quite bland on its own, though the seafood mayo on the side gave much depth in flavors and spiced up the dish. It came with two pieces of crab rangoon. Highly recommend getting the rangoon for app. The crabmeat cream cheese filling surprised me. ＊Coconut Custard* This custard pudding is a less heavy variation of sticky rice. Stretchy and thick texture. Served hot. A not-too-sweet option to finish off the meal. ＊Elderflower Paradise (cocktail), Butterfly Pea Lychee Soda, Color Changing Lemonade Drinks are pretty and not too sweet. The elderflower paradise is their new cocktail with strawberry juice and cucumber. Very refreshing in summer. Their drinks are good but not very impressive. read more

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We came here on a Friday and got seated quickly. We ordered drinks to start. We got the butterfly pea soda and the UmPaWa mojito. Both drinks were really good. I really like the mojito which tasted super coconuty and creamy. For mains, we ordered the mama tom yum grilled river prawn and penang curry. The mama tom yum noodles were super flavorful. The river prawn was pretty big and was very tasty. The curry was also pretty good. The flavors were just right and full of spice. Overall, a great thai spot with amazing drinks and good food. read more

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