price - $65 including tax and tip food - 5/5 service - 5/5 ambiance - 5/5 i got the green and panang curry lunch special deal for $17 which was SUPERRRR CHEAP AND AFFORDABLE! the curry wasnt think and was sweet as well! it was so good im literally still thinking about it. the soft shell crab mango salad was also really good. you can really taste the crispiness and the sweetness of the mango mixed salad! overall the food was so yummy, i highly recommend! the service was amazing as all the waiters would be so attentive. the ambiance inside was so nice too! i felt like i walked into thailand as i entered the restaurant! definitely check this place out!!! read more

Sala Thai Restaurant - PANANG CURRY, GREEN CURRY, Soft Shell Crab Mango Salad - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Last-minute Yelp search after visiting the American Natural History Museum. The place was busy, considering lunchtime. The service was welcoming and friendly. The staff is Thai, which makes the place even more authentic. Crepe Dumplings - the crepe was thin, but not a big fan of the fillings Massamun Nuer Roti - the slow-cooked beef melts in the mouth, but I do wish there were more roti Chilean Sea Bass - the sea bass was huge, with a perfect balance with the coconut milk Mango Sunrise - strong mango flavor, I finished drinking before the main entree read more

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Sala Thai is good every single time!! There's usually a wait so reservations are highly recommended but once you're seated service is quick. The restaurant is deceptively large inside with lots of different seating options but not stroller friendly! *This review is based on a carry out order but I've had it in person loads of times too I ordered the crepe dumpling (new to me), the pra ram with chicken, and the chocolate lava cake (also new to me). The dumplings were SO good! Honestly reminded me of the pra ram but in a noodle. The pra ram is solid every time and so filling (but the bok choy bed seems unnecessary lol). And the lava cake was really nice! It was cold for take out so lacked the "lava" component but was still great cold. read more

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Quaint spot with reliable service and consistently good food. It's one of those places you can count on. We started with the Thai Veggie Dumplings ($12) -- packed with cabbage, carrot, shiitake mushrooms, jicama, and chives, and the sweet soy sauce really brought it all together. I had the Pad Thai ($15) with glass noodles, bean sprouts, scallions, red onion, tofu, egg, and peanuts -- flavorful, fresh, and just the right portion. The only downside? We happened to be seated next to a couple who were so loud my friend and I could barely hear each other. Not the restaurant's fault, but it definitely took away from the otherwise lovely experience. We'll definitely be back -- just hoping for quieter neighbors next time! read more

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I had a very good pad see ew, they have a great lunch special deal. The interior feels very elegant, and the service was great. I'd love to come back to try more dishes! read more

Sala Thai Restaurant - PAD SE EW - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

As you enter the restaurant it's cramped. They have a full bar as you walk in and it's tight. The dining area space has as many tables as you could fit and they have acquired and small area for more tables from the coffee shop next door. If you get seated in the coffee shop area be aware that you will get a draft from the door opening and closing in the coffee shop. Now for the food review. The food was very tasty and the waiting staff were attentive to the tables. I ordered the red curry and I can't remember the names of my appetizer, other dish, and desert. Sometimes truly I just point at the menu and say bring it and I will eat it. Well the pointing and eating turned out great. Everything was delicious! Make a reservation and enjoy the meal. read more

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Such a cute place! The decor and vibes was very cozy and staff were so friendly. My sister I ordered the duck curry and pad see eww. It came with appetizers from the lunch special. My favorite was the duck curry, the flavors...OMG. it was perfect for a cold day, eating with rice just warmed everything inside of me. It was not spicy just packed with authentic Thai flavors. You get a big portion for the lunch specials too, was able to take some home. Definitely coming back for the curry. The noodles were cooked perfectly with the extra pan fried taste from the wok. Chewy and covered in flavor. We did order the curry puffs, but they were a disappointment. The dough was not cooked all the way and the filling was gummy. Reminds me of cooking shows warning their team not to puree the potatoes. I think if it was cooked properly it would've been really good. They were chunky puffs which I like. Overall, really good, just need a minor tweek on those puffers. read more

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We had a great time here. The vibe is warm and relaxed, and the service was prompt. We all enjoyed our food - I loved my tom yum soup and my friends loved the pad see ew and the chicken dumplings. The food also came out quickly. I highly recommend a reservation as it was absolutely packed on a weeknight, but you can be in and out pretty fast once you are seated. Will definitely return! read more

Sala Thai Restaurant - TOM YUM KOONG - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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I highly recommend this exquisite place to dine. Known for their delicious cuisine, desserts, service and ambiance; my large party of 8 was catered to. Every dish that was ordered, was masterfully prepared and served. The spicy cuisine was meticulously cooked and served to perfection. The cocktails had the right buzz with one round, and was thrilled to feel by all. I'm joyously happy, that I chose wisely for my family and I; to dine at Sala Thai restaurant that is known for beautiful decor as well. read more

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Great thai spot to eat at if you are around the neighborhood. This place gets very busy at night time so there is at least a minimum of 30 minute wait. Time flew and they msged us when the table was ready. The place may look small on the outside but once you go inside there is such a large space inside. We were at the coffee shop area to the Right which was very cozy and good for parties of 2 people. The staff was cordial and quick. There was a ton of different thai foods on the menu. We chose 3 items because we were not that hungry: 1) their special crab bisque, 2) beef pad see ew, 3) pork pad krow pow. Their special crab bisque was absolutely delicious! It comes w 2 pieces of crispy rice and it was have the soup an extra nice crunchy texture. The soup had a good amount of juicy crab meat & was sour, a little spicy, salty, sour and sweet. It was a party in my mouth! Highly recommended! Beef pad see ew was delicious at first but the aftera few more bites it became a bit sweet for me. The beef felt a bit overcooked. Pork pad krow pow - I was hoping for the minced pork version but it was not bad. Flavors were nice - spicy, sour, sweet, umami. There was a party in my mouth as well eating this. The rice complemented the dish very well. Just wish the pork was a bit more softer. Great thai food here! read more

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Super cute restaurant. I liked the purple pork dumplings, they had a unique texture and flavor. It's your standard Thai spot and the food came out quickly read more

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Sala Thai is a great restaurant in the UWS. SO and I regularly order delivery from here and stopped in for a quick dinner when we were nearby. A couple drinks, one app and one entree made for a nice dinner. Bottom line, the food and service here are excellent. read more

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Had a 9 pm reservation and the place was packed. The table was ready and we were seated immediately. Dinners was excellent. They make the best Pad Krapraw - Thai Basil Chicken. The flavors are so good. Be prepared medium spicy is super hot... I would say 8.5 out of 10 so use that as a guide. Watch out those little red peppers. The Panang Curry is really good here too. Love the cool uptown vibe. Staff is always friendly and the food is consistent. Whether you come for lunch or dinner the food is always good. read more

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Usually I like sala thai but I ordered something today that really rubbed me the wrong way. I ordered the duck roti wrap which looked really good. When I got my food I opened the box and thought, that's funny I don't remember ordering a cigar.The wrap was comically tiny, smaller than a McDonald's snack wrap and they somehow managed to cut it in half. Each tiny half was about one bite and had one small piece of duck inside. They charge 16 dollars and it is just insulting how small it is. And on top of it all, it doesn't taste that good. Enough with overcharging for micro food portions read more

Went here again because it's that good! this time got curry puffs, massaman curry roti, and short rib beef panang. service is phenomenal i didn't have reservation but luckily they had an extra seat available food is fantastic there's a reason why it has a near flawless review on google maps and over 3k submissions. just go here or be square read more

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My go-to Thai restaurant in the UWS for dine in and carry out! They have a great lunch special read more

Sala Thai Restaurant - Chicken KEA MAO - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

every time we're in the neighborhood THIS is the good to place from the meal to the drinks.. everything just slaps read more

Sala Thai Restaurant - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Rating: 6/10 Date Last Visited: 8/1/2025 We ordered the Thai Crepe Dumplings ($15), Green Curry ($20), and Pad Se-Ew ($19). The crepe dumplings were a good appetizer, it was unique and a good combination of meat and wrapper but was a very small portion for $15. The green curry tasted standard, what you would expect from a standard Thai restaurant. The pad se-ew was decent too, nothing special. For the taste of the dishes, I don't think the prices were justified. The service was slow too and the waiter was not very attentive to us. Overall, the food is just standard for Thai, not bad but not delicious either. It's a nice place to go to spend time with someone, but I wouldn't recommend it for the taste or price. read more

Sala Thai Restaurant - THAI CREPE DUMPLINGS - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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Really cute on the inside, I got takeout and it was ready very quickly, I got the tom juad puk and summer rolls and both were very good. The soup was super flavorful and even a tad spicy which I liked. An unusual dish I'd have again. The summer rolls were very fresh with a nice sauce, they did stick together a lot in the box so they fell apart a bit. Overall, yummy and reasonable! read more

Love Sala Thai. The food is consistently great and the vibe is warm and relaxed. Everything we ordered was well balanced and comforting, especially the noodles. Reservations can be tough, but the waitlist usually moves pretty quickly and it is easier to get in than it looks. A go to Thai spot on the Upper West Side. read more

Was here a couple of weeks ago, stopped by for lunch and it didn't disappoint! Everything we ordered was yummy and I specially like the mango salad! Highly recommend! read more

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This review is for weekend lunch. I was nervous this place may be a bit too touristy so close to the park, but was very pleasantly surprised. If you're looking for Thai in the area, this is a good option. I walked in on a Saturday afternoon for 2 people and was seated immediately. Restaurant seems fairly open and big for NYC standards - could be good for larger groups. Service is friendly and efficient. I ordered the below for 2 people and it was the perfect amount of food. Definitely recommend sharing. -Thai Crepe Dumplings: comes with 5. Not life changing, maybe more pretty than anything. But I still enjoyed. Despite other reviews, I didn't think it was too sweet, though there is sweetness to it. -Fried Soft Shell Crab Salad: this was delicious. Comes on a bed of fresh shredded mango. -Pad Se Ew: got it with beef. Exactly what you expect and want pad se ew to taste like. -Panang Curry: got it with chicken. Flavorful, good consistency (not watery), and mild spice level which is what I wanted. read more

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I was on the hunt for a solid date night spot with my husband--something special but not too pricey--and this place, with its glowing reviews, seemed like the perfect fit. Spoiler: it totally was. Food: 5/5 The moment we walked in, the ambience transported us--it felt like we'd stepped into another country. Warm lighting, cozy seating, and rich decor really set the tone. Plus at ~$150 with tip, yes please! We love asking our server what they personally enjoy from the menu, and their recommendations did not disappoint. We ended up with a duck hot pot, pandan leaf chicken dumplings, and a fried fish entrée--all incredibly flavorful and beautifully plated. For drinks, I highly recommend the yuzu lemonade--it was bright, tart, and honestly one of the best virgin drinks I've had in a while. Service: 5/5 Despite how busy the restaurant was, the service was impressive. Our server was attentive without hovering, the dishes came out quickly, and they even swapped our plates between courses without us needing to ask. That kind of detail makes a huge difference. Overall: This was such a wonderful, refreshing date night spot. The food, the vibe, the price point--all exceeded expectations. If you're looking for a Thai restaurant in the area that stands out from the typical, go here. Fresh, fast, and full of flavor. We'll absolutely be back. read more

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Came here on a Saturday night with friends. Interior looks majestic and food came pretty fast Service was attentive but didn't feel very friendly. The hostess looked confused and unwelcoming when we said we had reservations Food was otherwise great but a little overly priced for what it is. There are other Thai spots nearby selling the same items of same quality and lesser price read more

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The ambiance is really lovely with classic Thai decor. The servers , runners , busters are all very attentive. We ordered the pad see ew and pad thai bolan. Unfortunately it just wasn't for me. Those are usually my go to dishes when trying a new Thai spot. But the intense shrimp-forward flavor that didn't quite work for me, and the pad see ew just was not to my taste. That said, l'd still be open to coming back and trying other dishes! The cocktails look promising but we ended up just grabbing thai teas. I feel like there's more to try on the menu so l will for sure be back. read more

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Excellent ambiance with amazing decor and lighting. I always feel like I'm in Thailand, especially when the food comes. Everything I've had on the menu has been delicious and the service is also excellent. read more

Sala Thai Restaurant - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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A great place to get excellent Thai food for good prices (especially during the lunch special). I had their chicken green curry with soup and a spring roll and was plenty full by the end. The medium spice was already more than enough heat for me. The curry was well seasoned and good for my liking. Overall, a very solid Thai spot. read more

Sala Thai Restaurant - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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We went to a comedy show at the Beacon & this delicious thai place was right across the street. This place was so popular that you have to put yourself on a waiting list. We came here on a Friday at 6pm & the wait was 30 minutes. They have so many different thai food options that I have never seen before. We ordered 3 items to share: the special crab bisque, beef pad see ew & the pork pad krow pow. My most favorite was the special crab bisque - it was on their special menu & it was heaven! So much different flavors & super delicious! I would order this if I come back. The beef pad see ew & pork pad krow pow were good. The beef pad see ew noodles were so nice, but thought the beef was not that tender. The pork krow pow w/ rice had so many different flavors & was delicious, but I also wished the pork was more tender. Great service & it the decor & seating was nice. read more

4.5 After a long night stroll in Central Park, we built up an appetite. We haven't had Thai food in a while, so Thai was the winner. We checked on Yelp and Sala Thai seemed like a popular spot, and it was walking distance from the park. Upon arriving, it was pretty busy. We waited a few minutes before getting seated. The restaurant was very nice, there's multiple areas for seating. The atmosphere was nice and chill, and the lighting was perfect. For starters, we had the veggie rolls and the papaya salad. We always like to have something green and fresh with our meals. The papaya salad was good, flavor was good, could've been a little spicier but no worries. The veggie rolls were surprising. Usually, I'm not a fan of anything with no meat, BUT these rolls were amazing! It was very fresh, had a nice crunch, and the sauce compliments everything very well. I could eat these every day tbh! My wife mentioned they had ka soy, and that instantly had my stomach rumbling. So of course, we ordered the ka soy. We also went with the fried pork belly dish. The ka soy was decent, not what I was expecting in my mind. The egg noodles soaked up the broth very well. The broth was rich, combination of curry and coconut. There was plenty of chicken as well. Overall, pretty good. The pork belly was my favorite. The flavor was mind blowing, with the basil, and the peppers and veggies, with the perfectly cooked pork, excellent! It was nearly a perfect dish. It was a wonderful first meal in NYC for us. The service was attentive and everyone was very nice. The flavors here are authentic and we would definitely come back if we were ever in the area again! Highly recommended! read more

There's not a lot of good Asian spots in the UWS, but Sala Thai really sealed the deal that coming here once is enough of a barometer to continue coming back! We've tried their pad thai, pad see ew, pad kee mao, and each time we've ever dined or ordered takeout the quality/flavors have always been consistent. As with all popular restaurants in the city, I'd recommend booking a reservation ahead of time or ordering takeout ahead through the phone since the wait can get trivial. read more

Chef's kiss. Thai food could be done anywhere but this place def takes it to another level. Every dish was 10/10 and I have no complaints. We sat at the bar which was pretty and we met a nice old lady who asked if we were from Vietnam...lol no (not viet) but ok... read more

Sala Thai Restaurant - Bar Area - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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what a great service! Bathroom is dainty and the sink is so close to the faucet it was hard to wash hand but decors were cute hand dryer no paper towels. My Yuzu lemonade was deliciousssss I took one to go, perfect combo. Coconut pudding w taro was delish as expected, the pad thai was epic looking huge shrimp, winter special menu had good items to choose from we got the claypot rice, cleared it upp. My favorite was the appetizer fried shrimp donut looking thing, w the sauce it came with truly yummmy. Laarb was on the small size portion size could be bigger. read more

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Stopped by this Thai restaurant after browsing nearby options and noticing its high rating. The place was quite busy, tables are small and the seating feels a bit crowded, but the food overall was enjoyable. We tried the prawn appetizer from their seasonal menu (pretty good), the Tom Yum soup (excellent), the fried fish (super crispy), and the green curry duck, which was flavorful and nicely crisped. The only disappointing dish was the crab fried rice -- the crab meat wasn't stir-fried together with the rice, so it lacked flavor, and the rice itself was a bit mushy. Good experience overall, just wished the crab fried rice were better. read more

Sala Thai Restaurant - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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Best food best service amazing ambiance. Lunchtime special has the best vegetarian soup and spring rolls. We are visiting from Canada. Fried rice with pineapple is amazing. Thank you read more

I have been here a couple of times but last night's dinner was really the worst experience ever... Pad thai is one of those dishes that really tests the authenticity of any Thai restaurant and Sala Thai failed spectacularly...it is not pad thai at all! First of all, SEVERAL key ingredients are missing: peanuts, garlic chives, and bean sprouts! Without them there is no pad thai. Also the sauce was overwhelmingly sweet, lacking any umami or that sour tamarind flavor...I felt like I just ate a lump of gloopy carb with a jar of syrup. As someone well-experienced in Thai cuisine this is unacceptable. That is not Thai food. Maybe the usual clientele on the UWS this establishment serves will find it delicious but not me. read more

Not sure how or why or when, but this place ended up on my Google list of "To Try At Home" and because I was getting hangry at the AMNH, I was excited to walk the 7 minutes to try this place out. We came early enough to get a table (~5PM) on a Sunday evening, but they were already super busy by 6PM with almost every table full. With their two two levels of dining area, they have exquisite gold decor with beautiful intricate patterns and motifs along the wall, and their light fixtures are cute as well. The only thing a bit odd about the decor was their use of COVID-remnant plexi-glass dividers to maximise the number of tables in the restaurant. The menus had a lot of items, but we were intrigued by the specials, some of which I hadn't heard of before. For appetiser, we got the: -Papaya salad -Special that was made of some gelatinous mushroom, mint lotus root, shrimp, and grape tomato in a fish sauce and for the entrees we went with: -The claypot duck special with shitake mushrooms, red dates, and lotus root -Chicken pad kee mao and shared a jasmine pearl tea which was fragrant and impressive that it tasted better than the dragon pearls I had at home (which I spent top dollar on!). The two appetisers were impeccable, but might not be good for those who are averse to fish sauce. The appetiser special was a really fresh and light medley of different veggies and the shrimp added a nice protein kick. The chicken pad kee mao had a hearty helping of tender chicken and the noodles were cooked to the perfect consistency -- flat noodles with a slight chew and heat. The claypot duck reminded me of a Chinese stewed dish, which I loved. It had a sweetness and savoryness that was well balanced, and the flavour infused into the duck meat, skin, and the mushrooms. All in all, the meal was solid and I am so happy I got to cross it off the list. This will be my new Thai go to when I'm in the area! read more

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Love this place! The vibe is super classy while still very vibey. It's larger than it looks on the outside. The food was incredible. Really recommend the drunken noodle and red curry. Service was super friendly and quick. Will definitely be back! Edit: sure enough, I was back! Once again, everything was perfect with no complaints. read more

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Our meal at Sala Thai was yummy. We walked in on a Friday night and waited about 30 mins before being seated. The restaurant is bigger than it appears from the outside which was nice. The service was just okay, nothing to write about. The ambiance is also just okay. But this is a nice cozy spot for with quality food. The Massaman curry was delicious, and they added potato chips on top which was a nice crunch factor! read more

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I had delicious stir fried pork here with a fried egg, and my family ordered the pad Thai and crispy duck which was also nice and crunchy on the outside but relatively tender on the inside. I would highly recommend for the quality of the food, as well as the nice ambiance, as the decor was pretty high quality. Service was nice and welcoming, and the staff explained the menu items nicely. read more

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Food: Sala Thai restaurant is a great restaurant, they have ample seating. I stopped by for lunch and enjoyed their house vegetable soup and chicken and shrimp dumplings. I ordered the chicken pad Thai for my lunch entree. The soup wasn't really hot but it was still good. The dumplings were delicious though definitely makes up for the not hot soup. The restaurant was pretty busy for lunch time. I like their hot sauce, it's flavorful and a great addition to my lunch chicken pad thai. Tremendous portion size for a lunch special. I took home leftovers. I ordered a Thai iced coffee and it was so yummy. The service was attentive, the staff were friendly and polite. They had a good amount of employees working making sure the customers were well taken care of. 10/10 Thai restaurant read more

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