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    Saranrom Thai

    4.6 (444 reviews)
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    Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Evelyn Z.

    Update (May 2026) -- 4 stars I went back to Saranrom Thai today and I'm glad I did. The food was just as good as I remembered -- if anything, it tasted even better. They've also updated the ambience, making it feel cozier. I spoke with Jacob, the assistant manager, about my previous experience and the complimentary meal that was promised regarding the cockroach incident. He said he needed to verify it with the manager or business owner, and after 10-15 minutes came back to let me know the owner approved 50% off the whole meal. While I appreciated the gesture, I did feel it fell a little short of what was originally promised as a full complimentary meal. What stood out most this visit was Jacob himself. He told me he vividly remembered my party from that night because he was the one who seated us -- and he sincerely apologized for what happened. That acknowledgment genuinely meant a lot. They also gifted me a free mug, which was a sweet touch. The food and atmosphere continue to impress, and the staff clearly cares. I just hope the follow-through on promises matches the warmth of the service going forward.

    Taylor Z.

    Came for lunch and the best thing by far was the catfish! Pretty awesome in a salad. The rest was pretty standard so I don't think it's the wait. It's not the biggest place inside so come early so you can get first seating.

    Pad Ped Pla Duk (catfish)
    Anna L.

    Popular Thai restaurant in Elmhurst with a Michelin bib. It can very busy on the weekend so be sure to get reservations or place orders in advanced. When I went, there was a 2 hour waitlist! The food here is reasonably priced, fresh, and delicious. They have a good variety of dishes aside from the usual Thai ones. We got sone sauteed catfish (Pad Ped Pla Duk) which comes with rice. It has bones, so be careful. The crispy catfish salad (Yum Pla Duk Fu Salad) was new and unique for me. It was very good and not fishy at all! The pad thai was also delicious and was enough for two meals. There are dried shrimp, tofu curds, and whole instead odlf crushed peanuts in it.

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    Jeannie T.

    A fellow foodie Sally W. suggested we try this local Thai place in Elmhurst, not knowing it is rated a Michelin Bib-Gourmand. I was so excited to try! Pushing through the crowds waiting for a table at the door, we secured a spot just beyond the doorway. Inside, it was very cozy and tight as far as seating. The restaurant dining room is really meant for single diners or pairs of people, as the room is not wide. Any group 4+ will be difficult unless you have a reservation and they planned for it. The menu has a lot of seafood, pork and classic Thai curry dishes. Those all caught my eye. It was hard to decide. The waiter was super friendly and all smiles. We asked for his recommendations between the dishes we were thinking of and his choices were spot on. If you are a fan of spicy/dishes with heat, there are plenty on this menu. I wanted to order a few but I was afraid to given the spice level couldn't really be adjusted on some. Started with the curry puff appetizer. It was really tasty, potatoes and onion as well as the curry powder flavor really came through on this. Delicious. For entrees, we tried the: - clams with basil sauce - packed with a mild chili paste heat in the sauce but stir fried to perfect consistency. Of the whole plate, a few clams didn't open so I tossed those. - duck panang - nicely roasted with crispy textured skin, paired with basil in a coconut milk and curry paste. Very delicious. - stewed pork leg, could've been more tender so it was a tad on the tough side. The soy sauce soup and boiled egg was good though. Drinks were very good, Thai Iced tea was not overly sweet. We opted to pass on dessert as the table we sat at was really meant for two but it was three of us. I felt a little too crammed in. I think I would've enjoyed the meal better if I had a more relaxed/leisure dining pace but they were really busy and too tight on space. I can see why it's a hidden gem and noted as a Bib-Gourmand. Prices are very fair and the food was really good. Very authentic.

    Crispy pork with basil
    Melissa C.

    Yum! Yum! Yum! All 3 dishes ordered were Yummylicious in its own way! The shredded catfish salad was amazing! 1st time ever eating catfish this way The crispy pork with basil and a side of rice was so comforting and nostalgic. The 3rd dish was unique and all the ingredients complimented each so well. All 3 dishes were made of fresh ingredients and medium spicy. Every dish was made with love and delivered with care. Saranrom Thai definitely deserves two thumbs up and my Yummylicious Stamp of Approval!

    Basil Fried Rice
    Vy T.

    This is the best Thai restaurant I've had in America! We went on Sunday around 230pm and waited about 20 minutes but right after us the line grew pretty long and was a 1 hour wait. The place is quite small. I've been chasing the raw shrimp ceviche flavors ever since I had it at a night market in Thailand and finally found a close 2nd here! It was a perfect balance of tangy and salty. They gave us a decent amount of shrimps. The tom yum soup had a kick (to the back of your throat to it even though we asked for mild. It was tasty. The basil minced pork was also delicious with the Thai omelette completing it really well! My partner got the intestine herbal soup and it was pretty good! I wasn't in the mood for it. I had some bites of it and it wasn't smelly at all. Thai iced tea was also good and as expected. A bit too sweet for me, I wouldn't order it again.

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    Ric A.

    while there was a long wait, gentleman at door had great communication with customers, even serving drink while waiting. I had panang curry with shrimp which was delicious. red snapper with mango salad was crispy however slightly a dry but flavorful . for appetizers, moo ping was delicious! a must have if you like pork. steamed thai dumplings were delicious.

    Chive pancakes
    Samuel C.

    A good authentic Thai restaurant. If you want to try authentic thai food, this is the place to go. The seasoning and flavors are not modified for a western palate. The chive pancakes are more like dim sum style with fried glutinous rice. Overall the food was tasty but may not be for everybody. Its a small restaurant so definitely make reservations. It can be very loud inside when crowded. Service was good.

    Bangkok Beef Salad
    Alex R.

    Finally made it to what is often referred to as one of the best Thai restaurants in NYC. Excitement was real. First of , place is fairly small so even on a Tuesday lunchtime it was full. I didn't have to wait long though. Menu is fairly exhaustive with many familiar dishes and the crowd was a good mix of tourists as well as Thais . While noodles and curries are easy go to's, and many had them on the table, I opted for less pedestrian options. First crispy pork belly with basil. The pork was very crispy and glazed with a sweet sauce with basil. Mixed with jasmine rice and a runny egg this was quite tasty. Next came the beef salad with toasted rice powder. I honestly didn't love this version as much because the beef had a slight mushy texture and the veggies and herbs were not as crisp. Suspect this has been made ahead and acid has affected texture. It was also skewing towards too sour. Lastly , scallion pancakes Kanom kui chai came out . These were very crispy on the outside and slightly gooey on the inside. Texture of scallion was a bit too creamy for my liking but the flavor was good especially with the sweet Thai dipping sauce. Overall good experience but I wasn't blown away . I guess rustic is a good way to describe it . With so many great Thai spots in Manhattan I wouldn't go out of my way to Saranrom. Perhaps I needed to try more?

    Sandy T.

    Cute little restaurant. Definitely recommend making reservations. The place gets filled up fast. Staff was friendly. Food was pretty pricey but decent portion size. The two lattes we ordered were really sweet. The pad see ew was good and we liked the whole fish. The tom yum soup was spicy bit we've definitely had better else were. The chive cake was definitely different. We never had it before were it looked like a steam bun but it was good.

    Tee L.

    I love this place! My daughter graduated at citi field and we needed to have a quick lunch. I called and asked if we can make a same day reservation for a party of 9 within 20 min and they said yes we can do that for you!! We waited about 5 minutes, It was also 92 degrees outside and we were very comfortable inside, temperature was just right. The food was sooooo good! And the drinks were so cute and unique. We live in BK but I would definitely return. This was very tasty Thai food. The Staff was very nice and the restaurant was clean. We were so pleased.

    I celebrated my birthday at Saranrom Thai, and they made me feel so special! The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming, which made the experience even more memorable. The food was excellent as always. The Pad Thai and Basil Duck are consistently delicious and never disappoint. I always bring friends here when they're visiting New York, whether it's for a special occasion or just a quick lunch break. It's one of my go-to spots because the food, service, and atmosphere are always on point. A little tip: if you're coming with a group or planning to dine in, call ahead and reserve a table. The place is almost always packed--and honestly, for good reason! Thank you for making my birthday celebration so wonderful. Highly recommended!

    Moo Ping (marinated pork skewers)
    Joe C.

    Saranrom gets five stars from me for a perfect blend of high quality food, delicious flavors, and fantastic service. Also of note is the warm and welcoming vibe of the decor, and the background music, which tonight was old school funk at a perfect volume. We started off with fried tofu (boring, but super light and fluffy), marinated pork skewers (Moo Ping), and perfect Thai fried spring rolls. Food hits the table as it's ready, so all of a sudden you're eating! I have no issue with getting my food served hot, so I'm all for it. Tonight's entrees were Shrimp Potted with Glass Noodles and Stewed Pork Leg. The noodle dish was glorious, served in a pot that made the presentation as nice as the contents. The stewed pork leg was super tender, served with pickled greens in a rich broth. Rice accompanied, as did, in my case, bottles of Singha. We couldn't figure out how to leave space for desert this time, but the Mango Sticky Rice was calling hard. Next time for sure.

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