The crispy catfish mango salad (yum pla duk foo) is my fav thing to order. It comes great as delivery so I'm sure it's better at the restaurant My fav things are the salad, moo ping (pork skewers), and the basil fried rice. I typically order and food comes great. I've ordered the noods and it's good but I think that's prob better at the restaurant I've tried other dishes and I've learned I don't like lime leaf, but I tried the one popular dish there and didn't like it. Lime leaf was too strong for me Tom yum soup is also good read more

Saranrom Thai - Yum Pla Duk Fu Salad, Basil Fried Rice, Moo Ping My fav things here to order for delivery - Thai Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

This review is for lunch. I came on a Thursday afternoon (it was a holiday) and was able to get seated within ~25ish minutes for two people. They will text you when the table is ready. Overall, I thought some dishes stood out more than others. But the apps were PHENOMENAL! Nothing like I've had anywhere else and dishes I will be thinking about long after. Ambiance / Service: restaurant is very small and intimate. Probably not ideal for groups larger than 4. No outdoor seating. Service is very friendly. Food: I ordered the below for two people and it we took some home (portions are generous). -Miang Kha-Na: omg just order this. Sooo many flavors...tangy, spicy, sweet, citrusy. So good and refreshing. I've never had something like this before. One of the best dishes we got. -Yum Pla Duk Fu Salad: again, just order this. This was another best dish we got. I've never had meat this texture before. Dish was bursting with flavor and sooo good! Chicken Panang Curry: we got this mild and it was too hot for me (I have a very low spice tolerance though). Aside from that it was good. -Drunken Noodles: with chicken. This was actually a bit underwhelming. Definitely not bad, but noodles were kind of dry and lacking in flavor. Better mixed with all the other dishes. read more

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Took my mom here for her birthday and we had an amazing lunch! We walked in without a reservation and by noon the place was already packed. We only waited about 15 minutes for a table, and there's plenty to do nearby while you wait. The space is bright, cozy, and inviting. We ordered the red curry, pad see ew, drunken noodle, and the raw marinated crab with mango salad. Everything was so fresh and full of flavor. The red curry was my favorite dish. read more

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Food: This is one of the best Thai restaurants in NYC. This is my second time here, and this time we came for the lunch special. They offer a lunch special ranging from $13-14 which includes an entree and a choice of either a fried egg or spring rolls. Entree options include green curry, red curry, pad thai, drunken noodles, pad see ew, stir fry pork with basil, and more. We tried the pad see ew with squid (you can choose the protein for each entree) and crispy pork with basil over rice. Both dishes were excellent in both taste and presentation! The Thai iced tea and Thai coffee are both really good also. Service: Service is excellent here; staff are very friendly and welcoming. Ambiance: This is a very small restaurant with a bunch of small tables, and space is tight. The restaurant is always packed during both lunch and dinner. Decor is beautiful, and the restaurant is nice and clean. Overall, I would HIGHLY recommend this restaurant! read more

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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? read more

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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. read more

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This is my 3rd time dining at Saranrom Thai in about a month. My wife and I came based on all the fine reviews and we were not disappointed. They offer a wide variety of dishes and their appetizers are recognized by Michelin Bib Gourmand. We ordered the whole fried red snapper which came with a mountain of delicious mango salad and the yummy pad see ew. We also cooled off with refreshing Thai iced teas which was a must on a sweltering hot day. The reviews were spot on as everything was delicious. Although the restaurant is small, it is very cozy and the ambience is welcoming. The prices are very reasonable and the portions are generous. The wait staff are very attentive and friendly. Tips: Get there early because the restaurant is small and lines form quickly. Make sure all members of your party are present or you will not be seated. Street parking can be challenging but spots are available. read more

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This place is SO good. The pineapple curry duck was amazing! The combination of flavors was very unique and everything went well together. The curry puff was also amazing! The thai iced tea wasn't too sweet, which was great for me (it was still sweet, just not overly so), and the blue latte was SPECTACULAR- it tasted like a vanilla milkshake. The mango sticky rice was the first I've ever had that I actually liked, so I was pleasantly surprised! read more

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This Thai restaurant is very popular so I strongly suggest to call for reservations in advance. Food is super tasty. We ordered most of dishes from their Michelin recommended list. My favorite of the day is the Yum Pla Duk Fu salad (fried catfish with mango salad). The mango shreds are fresh and not too hard to chew. The fried fish is crispy and flavorful. The combination is just refreshing. It is a MUST to order. One impressing thing about the restaurant is the cocktail menu, all under $10 and presentation is very pretty. The service is attentive as well. I will definitely go back to try more different dishes. read more

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Really love all the textures in every single dish here. Khao klook ka pi: never had a rice dish infused with shrimp paste before. Has a nice smokiness/savoriness that felt comforting. Raw shrimp salad: delectable garnishes. Shrimp didn't taste old either. Yum Pla Duk Fu Salad: was hoping for more of that shredded fish in the mix. Feels more like the remains/leftover crumbs of a fry. Overall, I felt this dish I could have been much less salty but still appetizing none these. Cute and pretty cocktails! And very kind/hospitable workers. read more

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Dropped in for lunch at Saranrom Thai while in Elmhurst--worth the stop. The space is tight but cozy, with an attentive staff hustling to keep up with a busy kitchen. I ordered the Drunken Noodles with Crispy Pork--spicy, flavorful, and loaded with texture. The pork had just the right crisp. My wife went with the Tofu Pad Thai, a solid choice though a bit heavy on the scallions. Both dishes were part of the lunch specials, reasonably priced. To drink, we had a Thai Iced Tea--sweet and creamy--and a Purple Limeade, which was tart and refreshing. Total came to around $30 before tip, a great deal for flavorful Thai in the heart of Queens. Would definitely return--just don't expect your dishes to hit the table at the same time. Minor hiccup for an otherwise satisfying meal. read more

This place is busy! It's been a while since I last had their food, so when I was in Elmhurst this weekend a couple dishes for takeout was on my list of things to pick up! Dropping by at around 8pm on Sunday, it was surprising to see that their online ordering platforms had ended orders for the evening, even though the restaurant is open until 10pm in person. Apparently they are that busy--while I was placing my order at the host stand (that doubles as the pick up spot), and when I came back 20 minutes later--a steady stream of customers flowed in and out. Ordering was easy, the host doubles as a cashier and you can pay via credit card directly at the door. I dimly recall the host stand originally being inside the restaurant at some point and not in the tiny foyer, though seems like they're trying to maximize the seating in the small space inside. Food wise their Drunken Noodles $15.95 are popular and delicious. It comes with wide rice noodles, a choice of protein (no surcharge for tofu, chicken and pork, extra $ for other choices like beef and shrimp), sautéed with onions, red bell peppers, tomatoes, basil and a coconut chili paste. I also picked up a Yen Ta Fo $17.95 which comes with an abundance of squid, fish balls, shrimp, mushrooms, Chinese watercress, tofu, over flat rice noodles and a tangy, sweet and savory, lightly spicy soup. One of my faves! For most items you can customize the spice level - this place meets true Thai spiciness standards so I'd advise to start safe and work your way up after your first visit. Each time I've come the staff is friendly and helpful, and prices are amazing for the quality and value. If you're dining in, I believe they don't take reservations so get there early! Seating inside seats around 25-30 if my memory serves me right. read more

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Always a great place if ever in Elmhurst area! Interior decor is cute and cozy; great for dates and chill vibes over delicious food. Bib gourmand and rightly so! Always packed since there's limited seating but I'd say staff are nice and will let you know rough wait times. There's no reservation system and more of a show up, place your name and number down and come back during peak times but its well worth the wait! Get the dishes with recommended sign next to it and you won't be disappointed! read more

I haven't had a dish I didn't like. The place is small but diners don't seem to mind because the servers are always friendly and accommodating. A nice place to enjoy special meals. read more

Best thai food in whole NYC, I love this place, customer service, food and environment are amazing ....

I can see why Saranrom is recognized as one of the best thai places in queens. The mango shrimp salad slaps and is pretty spicy (even if you pick "mild") so be prepared. I also like that their green curry is nice and thick instead of being all watery like so many places. Would definitely eat here again! read more

I say this with the authority granted to me as NYC's biggest back Thai food eater: this is the best Thai restaurant in the city. In fact, the world. I have not been to Thailand. Now I never have to. There is only one thing you must order. The mango salad. It is fresh and funky. It's a little spicy and made me cry but that's ok. My bullies made me the person I am today. I lied earlier. Of course I did. The biggest back must watch his own. But if you've read this far, you deserve to know. You must also order the drunken noodles. With beef or with crispy pork is best. It is divine. Simply divine. Also a little spicy. Oh that neighborhood That one an ocean away Where the noodles stay read more

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We got the steamed fish with garlic lime sauce, por pia appetizer, raw shrimp salad, and century egg basil stir fry. Steamed fish: My favorite dish of the night. The fish was super moist and the sauce was really flavorful. Would definitely get again if I come back here. Por pia: A little too sweet, but overall tasty and I liked the skin. Raw shrimp salad: I'm not the biggest fan of bitter melon, but I really liked the raw shrimp and the sauce that came with it. Century egg stir fry: They fried the century egg which I felt like made it lose the century egg taste that I usually love. Tasted more like a normal fried egg than a century egg, probably wouldn't get again. Overall a good Thai restaurant, but maybe not the best I've ever had. However for the portions and the price I would recommend this place. The drinks are also good and cheap! read more

Saranrom Thai - Thai Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

I've had my eye on Saranrom and I finally got to try it. I walked in and got lucky, no wait. It's Christmas time and all of the decor had me feeling festive. Service was top tier. For food, we ordered the fried fish fillets, the pad thai, and the moo ping. The moo ping is a must try. My friends and Is eyes physically lit up after trying a bite. The meat was extremely tender and flavorful and that sauce was wow, incredible. I believe the sauce was tamarin-based. The pad thai was amazing too. No notes. The fish, I would pass on this. There was tons of garlic on it which was nice but the fish itself was not very crispy. It tastes like a fish that had been fried and then sauced, or left out too long and the steam makes it soggy. I definitely want to come back and try more dishes. Overall, I would recommend Saranrom. read more

Saranrom Thai - Thai Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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Saranrom Thai is everything we look for in a Thai restaurant. It has superb taste with creative variations on traditional Thai dishes as well as drinks. It is also a major attraction. You will usually have to wait for seats to become available. My party decided we could not wait two hours to enjoy the marvels of this cuisine. They also have a problem with chockroaches and rodents. This problem is part of NYC life. The city should tighten up their monitoring of restaurants to minimize this plague. I grew up in the city. I don't like their presence. But I hope the establishments and the city do more to minimize these customers. read more

Saranrom Thai - The delightful food at this place will transport you to magical places and will surely bring you back for more - Thai Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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Hands down, my favorite Thai place in New York City - and I go to a lot. I always take my friends here for special occasions. The Michelin guide rated dishes are amazing, and I finally got to try them all: Miang ka-na - This dish is sweet and savory, and you get to wrap the incredibly seasoned pork in broccoli leaves for a delicious roll within every bite. Yum pla duk fu - You are in for a treat here. There are so many different textures to this dish, from the crispiness of the breadcrumbs to the softness of the mango, while also providing a spicy and sweet mixture throughout. Southern spicy minced pork - My friend was nervous about the spicy level of this, but it turned out to not be too bad. I would have even kicked it up a notch, having tried many Thai places that are much more challenging on the palette. Otherwise, I've also tried the pineapple duck curry, which was delicious, and the mango sticky rice as well. I'm salivating writing this review, and already looking forward to the next time I come here. read more

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It's been a couple of years since we've been and today is the first day we had lunch. Prices for lunch, even the regular menu and drinks, were good, as well as the serving portions. Lunch comes with a choice of spring rolls or a fried egg. Was told "medium" is Thai level so 6/10. "Mild" had enough kick for me and still be able to enjoy the taste of the food. Favorites are the Crabmeat fried rice, crispy garlic with crispy pork (if you like garlicky and they didn't skimp on the meat), anything with crispy pork. :) I loved the strong flavor in the thai iced coffee but have to cut down on caffeine :( so opted for the purple limeade - with butterfly pea, sweet. Service is always cheery and attentive. Small restaurant. Space is a bit tight between tables. They do take reservations which is best esp for large groups. Meter parking in the area. read more

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There is a reason why this place is always packed, even on the eve of Thanksgiving. Given we aren't sure if we will be this lucky with getting a table within 5 mins, we decided to order everything that we wanted to try as if this is our only chance to do so. As a resident of Hells Kitchen, we are very familiar with Thai cuisine in NYC, but Saranrom Thai takes it to the next level! It serves dishes that we normally don't see on a typical Thai restaurant in the City. For the two of us, we went with the server's recommendations - Moo Ping (delicious pork skewers), Kua Kling (spicy ground pork with rice), Hoy Tod (crispy mussels pancake - a crossover between Taiwanese oyster pancake and Vietnamese pancake), and Nam Ngiao (noodle soup from Northern part of Thailand). You basically can't go wrong with ordering from the first page of the menu. Now, if you are looking for something that might be more familiar, like Pad Thai, it is available as well. Cocktail menu was extensive and full of interesting options. The prices were so attractive that it is hard to just have one drink. Must try "The Tea for Yu". Portions were generous, but if you over order like we did, they make great leftovers! Lastly, services were on point and our water glass was never empty despite how busy the restaurant was. read more

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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! read more

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I finally got to try this highly rated Thai spot. In a place saturated with some of the best Thai food spots in NY I was a little skeptical. We tried to try most of the highly recommended dishes. I enjoyed each one. I get the hype. I feel like this spot does some dishes better than others and vice versa. I definitely need to come back to try more. read more

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I always have a lovely time going to this restaurant after work for an early dinner! My favorite dish on the menu is their Duck Noodle soup but I also enjoy their Pad Thai. Since moving to NYC, the duck noodle soup at this restaurant has been my favorite dish. I hope to try their desserts soon! It's decorated very pretty inside, they make good use of the smaller restaurant space. Service is great with servers being attentive to you and always pleasant. I drink a lot of water so I appreciate that there is someone always giving refills. The food is at fair prices for its quality and I will always happily come back:)! read more

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I honestly can't count how many times I've eaten here. The food is consistently amazing every dish is delicious. The ambiance is so inviting, and the staff is always warm and friendly. I recommend their Moo ping, Crab meat fried rice, Yum pla dukfu, Pineapple Curry duck, fried Calamari, Pad see ew, and thai iced tea so so good! read more

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I will say, I quite enjoyed the food, especially the Khao Soi. However, we waited for 30 minutes after making a reservation, so I'm not sure I would be willing to do this again. The space is quite small, and there are plenty of people queued up, so I would definitely recommend calling in advance. The service was also quite good (very friendly and filled out waters quite quickly! read more

I made a reservation in advance by calling (glad I did this since people were being quote 1+ hour waits when they tried to walk in for dinner on the weekend). They ended up seating us 30 minutes after our reservation time since the table before us were still finishing up. We honestly went a little crazy with ordering. We got: the papaya salad with raw blue crab (my friend was a fan), the fried catfish mango salad (this was good but wasn't standout), the duck in pineapple curry, khao soi (decent but not the best khao soi I've had), drunken noodles, and stir fried pork with watercress. Everything was solid and the portions were a lot larger than I expected. Prices were also super reasonable - I think I've just gotten way too used to the price/portion of comparable dishes at Thai places in Manhattan. Overall glad I came - this is a great spot! read more

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One of my favorite Thai spots of all time! We tried it in person years ago and we have since ordered from them over 20x. Today we decided to not be bums and go in person. Delicious then and delicious now! For appetizers, we ordered the Yum Pla Duk Fu Salad (fried shredded catfish with mango salad) and Thai Chicken Wings. The Yum Pla Duk Fu salad is a must get. Shredded crispy catfish deliciously seasoned. Topped with mango salad and on the bottom a tangy sauce. There's so much flavor and texture. The Thai Chicken Wings were okay lol. Served hot and with sweet chili sauce. Not memorable but good. For our entrees, we got drunken noodles with chicken and crispy pork with watercress. The drunken noodles here are the best I've ever had. The chili paste in the noodles is amazing. Cooked to perfection. The crispy pork was good but the real star was the watercress. It had that wok heat feel and taste to it! For dessert, we had mango sticky rice. It's good! Perfectly ripe mango on top of rice and served with coconut milk. It's great. The service here is great btw. Attentive and friendly. read more

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We loved the mango sticky rice and khao soi. Drinks were cheap and very decorated. We walked in as a group of 6, and it took almost 2 hours before we got a table. They called us to tell us our table was ready, but we still waited 30-45min after that. read more

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One of my favorite Thai spots in nyc. Recommend coming during lunch, or slightly off hours to avoid waiting for a long time. We ordered the clam basil, beef noodle soup, stew pork leg, crispy pork basil, whole fish snapper, and Khao klook ka-pi. The food is well-priced and very flavorful. Our favorites were the khao klook ka-pi, which is best when mixed together, the beef noodle soup, and the pork leg. I recommend the pork leg for anyone who likes fatty, juicy meat. The klook ka-pi was everyone's favorite, and a dish I order whenever I come here. For drinks I tried the matcha cocktail, which had a decent strength, flavor, and was only $9. I'd recommend this place to anyone who likes Thai food. It also works as a place to get a few flavorful cocktails and dinner with friends before a night out. read more

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now THIS is a place worth the hype!!! every dish is incredibly flavorful and SO delicious, i will def be back to try many more things but i 100% rec you get the mango catfish salad every time! the food: tom yum soup is the best i've ever had - normally they're coconut-y to me but this was the perfect mix of sour and acidic and flavorful. mango catfish salad was a 10/10, sweet, crunchy, sour, and the shredded fried catfish soaks up all the juice! finally we got the kee mao thai noodles, they reminded me of pad see ew as it was sweet, but still sooo solid! the space: it's small - come early! the drinks: i got coconut juice which was amazing as well the service: great! read more

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Came here for my Cousin's bday lunch. We were seated after 20min wait for 4 people (small place). We 1 appetizer: Yum Pla Duk Fu (Crispy fried shredded catfish with breadcrumb served with spicy tangy mango salad, red onion, scallion, cilantro, chili and peanuts) and 3 entrees: 1. Nam Ngiao (Northern Thai vermicelli noodles with spicy pork tomato sauce, pork ribs, pork blood, dried Ngiao flower, fried garlic, scallion and cilantro.) 2. Chicken Pad thai 3. Duck basil Nam Ngiao was our least favorite, too much blood in the soup tasted like pork broth but that could also just be how its supposed to taste 2. Chicken pad thai (9/10) my favorite place to get pad thai 3. Duck basil was very good 7/10 Overall: this is my go to spot for pad thai. Pad thai is supposed to be sweet, sour, and salty. I feel like this leans more on the sweet side but incorporates all the flavors well. read more

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In no particular order, here is what we ordered, shrimp potted with glass noodles, papaya salad, pineapple curry duck, basil minced chicken (served with Thai omelette), vegetable pad se ew, vegetable fried rice, morning glory. . Everything was so good. I'm not sure if I can choose one item but if I had to, it would probably be the pineapple curry duck. There is a slight kick to it but it was so flavorful, you can put that sauce on plain rice and it's a meal. I also really enjoyed the glass noodles as well, but too bad it steamed in the container during the travel so it kinda stuck together. . It was so good being a delivery, I can only imagine how much better it is if you dine there. And also less expensive when you don't have to pay the delivery surcharge and fees.. read more

Quality: 9/10 the food was very fresh and tastes very authentic thai. The spice level can be quite much for some. Variety: 9/10 loved how there were so many choices for rice, noodles, soups, and cocktails (you can't even taste the alcohol) Atmosphere/Cleanliness: 7/10 place is quite small and there is a bit of a wait (I did not have a reservation) but definitely not unreasonable for lunch on a Sunday Service: 8/10 since the place was small, they were pretty attentive and took our orders right away Price: $16-$20/person including tax My favorite was by far the Yum Pla Duk Fu salad. It was SOOO good, def a must try. Their pad thai is also REALLY good. They use thinner noodles and the favor is BANGIN. The other Michelin dish we had called Nam Ngiao (also the most expensive dish) was a total bop and would easily pass. read more

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My husband ordered the Miang Kha-Na on a whim and it was the best decision. This app was packed with so much flavor that it was indescribable. You just have to eat it and your tongue will feel alive. I also got the crispy pork and watercress which was also a win. Thai coffee was also on point. If you come to NYC, it is well worth a travel to this cozy, tiny, homey, yet lively restaurant. The service is also top notched. Haven't had great food like this in awhile! read more

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Stopped in for a quick lunch & this place did not disappoint. Atmosphere & service were great, 10/10 as the employees were super professional & pleasant. Food was good & I would definitely recommend, I wasn't in the mood to experiment so I went with a basic Chicken Pad See Ew & had some chive dumpling. Will definitely return & would recommend. read more

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So I was in town two weekends in a row, and I didn't hesitate for a second visit - this time for dine-in. Crispy Pork with Basil ($14.95): The fried pork belly was too tough like rubber, which was a bit of a disappointment. 3 out of 5 stars. Basil Sauce Minced Beef ($14.95): The rice came separately with a Thai omelet over it. The ground beef was a hint of sweetness, and the green beans were diced so they mixed with the beef in every bite. Excellent dish. 5 out of 5 stars. Kee Mao Thai with Shrimps ($14.95): We ordered it mildly spicy, which was perfect for the dish. The flat noodles were cooked al dente, and the shrimps were nice and crunchy. Great umami flavor! The only issue was that many noodles lumped together. 4 out of 5 stars. The service was impeccable. We were told there would be a 30-minute wait, but we were seated in 15 minutes. Our order arrived quickly, and the wait staff were all friendly with big smiles during our interactions. The server stopped by a few times to refill our drinks. The bill didn't come on a little tray but in a cute little money pouch, which I thought was a great touch! read more

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I've previously had takeout from this place and I was so impressed that I knew I needed to come back and dine in. And I was not disappointed. The service was great, friendly, attentive. The decor was so cozy and was all decked out in Halloween stuff, it was so cute. - Miang kha-na was so flavorful, a complex combinator of sweet, sour, and salty. I loved the addition of the nuts--it added another level of complexity to the texture - pork skewers was tender and yummy, reminded me of Filipino pork bbq - crab fried rice, got this last time and was blown away, same sentiments this time around, they put so much crab!! - crispy garlic shrimp was probably my fav dish of the spread, so garlicky, so crispy, ugh such savory goodness!!! and I LOVE that it came with white rice and a scrambled egg, and the egg was perfectly cooked too, crisped on the edges! - kee mao Thai was also pretty solid read more

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