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    Rua Thai Restaurant

    4.5 (155 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:30 pm

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    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Pad See Yuu with Crispy Chicken and Cheesy Crab Rangoon.
    Cindy Z.

    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.

    Basil Sauce (Gra-Prow)
    Brittany W.

    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!

    Johanna B.

    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.

    Pad See Yu with crispy chicken. Don't get it with crispy chicken
    Melody C.

    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.

    Josh W.

    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!

    $17/95 - massaman curry with tofu
    Ashlyn K.

    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.

    Kais S.

    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

    Pad Thai (GF)
    Kyle N.

    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.

    Pad Thai (GF)
    Peter D.

    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.

    Stacey-Ann M.

    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.

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    Eleonore H.

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

    Cocktail
    Carlita G.

    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.

    Priscilla S.

    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.

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    Solid So-so. The curry puffs were mushy. The Pad Thai didn't have much in it other than the protein and noodles

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    Such a cute place! The people were so nice and the food was so yummy. Would definitely come back if i'm ever in the area.

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    I've walked by this cafe before and decided to take a peek at their instagram, which completely…read moresold my partner and I on deciding to come in for a date night. We were pleasantly surprised at how beautiful the small, intimate space of Che was. Despite the small size, the restaurant has table, bar and outside seating, so you can't go wrong. We chose to sit inside and were warmly greeted by the server who made recommendations and allowed us to try the weekly wines. If you're a vinophile with a funky palette, this is a must. I had a skin contact wine while my partner had the jungle bird cocktail which was INCREDIBLE. We then shared the sardine dish, which was served on fresh, crunchy sourdough covered in smooth, melt in your mouth ricotta, and the tuna crudo, which left us feeling full yet refreshed. The olive oil in this dish was the unexpected star, adding a rich yet not overpowering element to the fresh vegetables and tuna. I absolutely need to come back for their day menu and to see the staff again as our server was so nice and attentive! A great place for a casual, elevated bite and fun drinks.

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    3.3 miCrown Heights
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    Looking for a carnival themed island vibe with great cocktails and authentic Caribbean cuisine,…read morecome to Savannah Spiced located in Brooklyn Here's what we had Drinks Sorrel Punch - The Sorrel Punch is a smooth, creamy cocktail that puts a Caribbean twist on the classic frozen piña colada. Instead of pineapple, it features the bold, tangy flavor of sorrel. Blended with coconut cream and rum, it's rich, refreshing, and full of island flavor. Def a fave and it tastes as good as it looks! Sexy lady - The Sexy Lady is a light but strong fruity cocktail that mixes the fresh taste similar to a lychee martini with the sweet, floral flavor of elderflower and juicy tropical fruits. It's smooth, fun, and a little flirty. We enjoyed this so much that we found ourselves guessing the ingredients! Sweet chili wings and Oreo waffle- The waffle batter was rich and delicious, with that classic cookies-and-cream taste shining through. I just wish it had been a bit crispier and more golden brown--that's my personal preference. Still, the flavor was on point. The wings were the real star perfectly cooked with a sweet, tangy, and spicy glaze that hit all the right notes. Altogether, it was a fun and tasty twist on sweet and savory. Chicken and Birthday Cake Waffle- The waffle had a sweet, cake-like taste with colorful sprinkles mixed in, and the batter was really tasty. I do wish it had been a bit crispier and more browned to give it that perfect texture, but the flavor made up for it. The fried chicken on top was juicy and well-seasoned, adding a savory balance to the sweet waffle. Overall, it was a creative and satisfying take on a classic sweet-and-savory combo. Appetizer Jerk wings- Hands down the favorite of the meal. They were packed with bold flavor--spicy, savory, and just the right amount of heat. The seasoning was spot on and the wings were cooked to the perfect texture. Every bite was juicy, flavorful, and left you wanting more. A true standout. We also can't forget the special sauce on the side--creamy and slightly sweet, it paired nicely with the wings and helped balance the heat. That said, the wings were so flavorful on their own, they didn't even need it. Entrees The Calypso Shrimp- Was beautifully presented as a standout dish. The shrimp were perfectly cooked, juicy, and coated in a sweet and spicy secret sauce that had just the right kick paired with creamy garlic mashed potatoes. It wasn't a fave but the presentation made up for it! Oxtail Low Mein - Beautifully plated in an abstract bowl. The Oxtail Lo Mein was a flavorful fusion dish that delivered more heat than I expected--but in a good way. The noodles were coated in a rich, savory brown sauce, and the oxtail was incredibly tender, falling off the bone. Each bite was packed with bold flavors, especially the deep notes of ginger and soy. The spice gave it an extra kick, making it a comforting yet exciting twist on classic lo mein.

    Went to Savannah Spiced to celebrate my youngest daughter's birthday the other day and had a great…read moretime. The food, the service and ambiance were really good (on a Monday night!) It wasn't super busy, but I believe the staff on hand are always attentive, pleasant and welcoming. The food is Trini-Guyanese inspired and delicious. My daughter and ex ordered the oxtail dinner, which they very much enjoyed. I had a little taste and very much enjoyed the flavors. The portion was good and filling. I ordered the Jab Jab pasta with shrimp and was very happy that it wasn't dry. The spice in the cream sauce was slight but good. I was very hungry, so I sadly did not have a to-go plate. To demonstrate the high level of attentiveness from the staff, we never announced that we were celebrating a birthday, but they came out with a slice of yummy cheesecake (and I don't like cheesecake) for my baby girl. I plan to visit when it's warmer, so I can enjoy the backyard space.

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