I actually stumbled upon this place completely by accident! I was looking for somewhere to charge my phone after the beach and asked an officer to point me toward a Starbucks. He sent me to a McDonald's instead Unfortunately, there were no outlets, but then I noticed this little spot right next door around sundown. It ended up being such a great find. The sunset over the water was beautiful, the atmosphere was really cute and scenic, and the food was surprisingly good and very reasonably priced. I had 3 beers, a small appetizer, and a small soup, and the total was only $45 including tip. You really can't beat that, especially with the view. Definitely a cute little spot to catch the sunset, grab some food, and relax by the water. read more

3.5 stars The ambiance is nice. Great for a date night and if you're sitting outside you get a view of the water and the bridge. We ordered the calamari, mangosteen salad, and the branzino. The calamari tasted like it was not seasoned and the meat was a little more tender than I'm used to. The sauce it came helped with the flavor but you definitely need a good amount of it. The mangosteen salad was OK ... think I would have preferred the papaya salad. The pla lui suan (branzino) was quite good and I liked it very much - size was enough to share since we already ordered apps. Service was fine and wait staff gave us plenty of space to leisurely enjoy our meal. read more

The we came in looked at the menu which looked very very good. The place looked even nicer/ clean/ nice band playing and the view was amazing as well. The service was definitely great everyone always walked by and asked if we are good or not. The drinks were great as well. Then came the curry puffs barely tasted like curry and dough although not bad but a bit undercooked. Then came the grilled calamari. ZERO flavor!! But the sauce wasn't bad so we had to ask for extra portion to drench it. And the whole thing was a really nice big portion BUT fully hard to chew, undercooked, the thin lining was still around some pieces and pulling as you tried to chew through , and the whole thing was just hard to chew and eat. Maybe 6 rings were ok to chew and were cooked through but zero excuse. We still want to come back and give it another chance but I really hated that we wasted a meal trying so under satisfying. Let's see.‍ read more

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Came here for a Birthday Dinner. Overall, we were greeted when we entered. They were accommodating. We got a seat outside, even though it was outside. It was enclosed by the water. They had music playing, a live band, but it was very noisy because the restaurant next-door also had music playing so it was a lot of heavy noise and the music was clashing. That was my only inconvenience at this spot. The parking was very tiny so do not expect a parking in front you'll have to park in the streets. The views were great. The ambience was nice. The workers were very kind. The drinks and food were great. I would definitely return to try new items. read more

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Great food, beautiful furniture and views! We came here in early spring, so finding street parking wasn't too bad. The wings stood out to me because the garlic and pepper flakes were so aromatic. I was able to ask for the crab fried rice without soy sauce and they were very accommodating. The tom kha soup was yummy and i'd get it again. The only thing i'd pass on next time is the roti. Docked one star because the seats were pretty, but not super comfortable to sit on. It isn't enough to deter us from coming back since the food and views are great, but just something I wanted to note. read more

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The place is really pretty. There's a good amount of outside seating, which is very nice to be on the water by the bridge. we wanted to sit inside it first, but it was just too hot. It was much nicer outside with the breeze off the water. The staff is very nice. The food is OK. They can't really adjust the spice in any way, because they seem to be using a premade curry paste. Now that I'm older, I just can't do spice, but I still love Thai food. It kind of sucks that most of the stuff is just too spicy for me. So, I wound up just getting the shrimp pad Thai lunch special that came with a small app & soup- the chive cakes for an appetizer, and Tom Yum soup with shrimp. My mom got the same appetizer and the Tom kha gai soup. she got the Pad See Ew with shrimp for her entrée. I thought it was strange that they served the chive cakes in the sweet soy that's usually served on the side. This made them pretty soggy. The best part of a chive cake is that it's nice and crispy on the outside and then you dip it in that sweet soy & it's lovely, but here it's served drowned in the sauce and it's soggy. The pad Thai was very bland and dry. It definitely needed that squeeze of the lime. My mom's Pad See Ew was a bit scorched, but she liked it. read more

Similan On The Bay - Pad See Ew - Bars Near Me - Rockaway Beach, New York

Went to this establishment when it was Thai rock back in 2013. Hadn't been back since it was ok then. However I will say hands down Similan on on the Bay is 10x better. The customer service is on point. They are friendly, they actually engage with the customers. The decor and ambiance is very nice and the view is aesthetically pleasing. The food is delicious. We had wings for appetizers 7/10, Thai dumplings 8/10, soft shell crabs 10/10. I had the crying tiger 9/10, the grilled branzino was 10/10, the squid is 8/10. The old fashioned cocktail was 9/10. Everything was great. I will be returning again. Probably to host a gathering, that's how pleased I was with the experience. read more

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We went tonight because we had loved the restaurant under its previous ownership. Unfortunately, the experience was a huge disappointment. While sitting outside at sunset was lovely, the meal itself was one of the worst we've had. The dumplings were bland, the lime branzino was so overpowering that it was inedible, and the curry scallop dish was so salty and peppery that I had to send it back. Even the red wine tasted as though the bottle had been open for a week. The rice was very good, but that alone wasn't enough to save the meal. read more

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It's a lovely venue inside and out, the hostesses are very welcoming and friendly. The food is good, actually was better on our second visit than on the initial one, cocktails improved as well. But they add an extra charge depending on which liquor you choose, though you only end up seeing that on the bill. Go when less busy, the service is much better, not as rushed, however the music should be somewhat less loud. The best part are the views, great during the warm month. read more

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2nd time here and it's just as better as the first time. Whether you go at night when it's packed or during the day when it's not as busy as the night staff is still great. Met a new bartender and his company was just as delightful. Thinking to go bsbk n doing my bday there. 4th of July baby. Can't wait to go back for dessert. read more

Similan On The Bay - Mango margaritas - Bars Near Me - Rockaway Beach, New York

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The place is clean and inviting. The service is fast and pleasant. The food is explained to you without even asking. They ask if you have any allergies because of their ingredients. The food was so fresh, its like they just fished it out the ocean. I live a few blocks away, so i said, let me take a walk. Im happy I did I'll be back. read more

Similan On The Bay - Fried snapper with a mango - Bars Near Me - Rockaway Beach, New York

Housed in the former Thai Rock location, we were never satisfied with the food at the former - it seemed too bland and not "Thai-enough". So when we heard another thai spot was opening, we were praying that it would be more authentic and save us from driving to Williamsburg/Greenpoint/Manhattan for Thai Food runs. We were so pleasantly surprised with Similan on the Bay!!! Their crying tiger steak was on point; duck curry was crispy and flavorful and their scallop curry with grilled scallops was so much better than the one we had at FishcheeksWilliamsburg ... It was a busy Friday evening with live music (though a bit on the loud side) the staff was very attentive + helped make our night out a success Thank you! We can't wait to go back read more

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Great world Class Restaurant!!! The food is Authentically Thai and the service is authentically Thai. I've traveled extensively world wide. Similan on the Bay is a well kept secret. The menu is expansive, the food is fresh and tasty. The staff is attentive and thought full. The decor is soothing and on Sundays from 5:30 they have Live jazz. And every day there's a sunset. So what else ,,, there's a full bar and outdoor dining weather permitting and the sound of the bay. Similan on the Bay Beach 92nd Street is a must go. read more

Similan On The Bay - Sunset from outdoor deck at Similan on the Bay - Bars Near Me - Rockaway Beach, New York

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Curry puffs were amazing as well as the wings! Place is very nicely decorated and service was great read more

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Even if youve never had Thai food, I would definitely recommend trying the masaman curry and pineapple fried rice. We enjoyed the food and experience tremendously. The ambience is calming and the live band on friday was an added pleasant bonus. Clean spacious bathrooms as it should be as well. Cutie was our waiter and he was so attentive and welcoming. If ever in the area-grab a bite or takeout. read more

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$50-60 I was very disappointed. My wife ordered the shrimp with fried rice. It came with 3 small shrimp, what was extremely disturbing was under the rice were 2 shrimp heads and no shrimp. The waiter and mgr could not explain. It was as if it was scooped out of the pot. She could not eat her remaining meal and left over most. The fix was $4.00 off the bill What added insult to injury. I ordered a vodka tonic. $16.00 and was charged $1.00 extra for the tonic. In all my years of ordering at a restaurant bar I was never charged for the mixer. Not happy!!!! read more

Cleanliness is questionable. Dirty floors, stained chairs .... My satay chicken was undercooked read more

Delicious, authentic, friendly service, ambiance on point. Love this place. Took a chance (not liking curry) and tried the curry duck it was delicious I wanted to drink the broth. Pad Thai is my go to the shrimp was amazing. Didn't care for the chicken dumplings. Our server and our greeter were so pleasant. Highly recommend. read more

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We had a wonderful dinner. Our server Juliette was friendly, attentive, and made our experience so special. The food was delicious - so flavorful and an extensive menu. Will definitely go back! read more

We had a reservation for 7 PM and placed our order at 7:10. Unfortunately, the service was extremely slow. Our appetizers (beef skewers and dumplings) didn't arrive until about 35-40 minutes later, and the entrées followed just 10 minutes after that. The food itself was very disappointing. The entrées lacked flavor and spice, and the seafood was not properly cleaned--it smelled unpleasant and was completely inedible. To make matters worse, a family member ended up with food poisoning afterward. The service was equally poor. Our server was rude and, instead of acknowledging the birthday we had noted in the reservation, simply shoved the bill at us without offering dessert. When we raised this with management, they dismissed it as a "system glitch" and had no response when I asked why desserts aren't offered regardless. The only positive aspect was the drinks, which were good. Unfortunately, that wasn't enough to make up for the long waits, overcrowded atmosphere, bland and unsafe food, and unprofessional service. Overall: I would not return and do not recommend this restaurant. read more

The food is truly amazing. I was in the area and had an intense craving for Thai food that needed to be satiated. The ambiance is awe-inspiring. The restaurant is perched overlooking the ocean, a sight to behold. The staff and owners were exceptionally warm and welcoming. They suggested their specialty dishes, rare gems that are difficult to find at other Thai restaurants. I am genuinely blown away. As a Thai native, this place has won me over and rekindled my love for authentic Thai cuisine. The flavors are reminiscent of home, a true masterpiece. I highly recommend you check it out and experience it for yourself. There are 2 full bars, perfect for those times when you just want to unwind with friends or celebrate special occasions with your loved one. You will not be disappointed. read more

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The ambiance in this restaurant is peaceful and magical, the view is unique and the inside dining area is equally as beautiful as the outside dining area. My boyfriend and I sat at the bar for a quick meal before the ferry came and we loved it, the bartender was very nice and my drink was so tasty. The food was also really delicious and beautifully prepared. Everyone was very nice and accommodating I can't wait to come back and spend more time at this special gem. read more

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Love this place. I've tried Goong Karee, Pla Lui Suan, Crying Tiger and all of this is Fabulous! Also love the decor, service was great too! read more

Similan On The Bay - Goong Karee - Bars Near Me - Rockaway Beach, New York

Good food service and ambiance. Bartender was very friendly and tentative. Would definitely come back. read more

Similan On The Bay - Basil fried rice - Bars Near Me - Rockaway Beach, New York

I visited this restaurant on a Monday to celebrate my birthday, and unfortunately the service did not match the beautiful atmosphere. When we arrived, there was no hostess to greet us, and we waited about five minutes before being seated on the patio. I initially asked if we could sit closer to the water where two tables were combined, but was told it wasn't possible since it was set for four guests. That was completely fine, and we stayed where we were. However, about ten minutes later, another couple was seated in that exact spot after the tables were separated, which was frustrating. Because the patio felt crowded, I asked the hostess if we could move inside for a more intimate setting. She kindly accommodated us, but unfortunately did not inform our waitress. We then waited another 15 minutes without any service--no one checked on us or offered drinks. When I approached a staff member to ask about our order, I was told the food had just come out, yet it arrived cold and the drink was completely watered down. I never saw our original waitress again, and when I expressed my concerns to another server, they were dismissed without much attention. The restaurant itself is absolutely beautiful, and the food--even though cold--had great flavor. However, the lack of coordination and attentiveness from the staff was disappointing, especially for a special occasion. If this was the experience on a Monday, I can only imagine how it might be on a busy weekend. With better staff training and communication, this place has the potential to be amazing. read more

Wife and I just had dinner at Similan's on the bay and we had a very nice experience. Appetizer that we had were the calamari which is served a little differently, but very tasty and hot and we also had the Thai pancakes which were crispy on the outside moist and flavorful inside so they were great as well. My wife had the Masiman curry shrimp, and I had the crispy Bonita with mango sauce and it was delicious. Great addition to the Neighbourhood looking forward to going back Thank you very much William, (the proprietor) for a great night out. read more

Today was my first time trying out this restaurant. I am completely disappointed. what type of restaurant runs out of food? I ordered the drunken noodle for pickup. About 15 minutes later they call me and tell me they ran out of the noodle. At this point I'm already on my way traveled about 20 minutes. They told me they were going to switch the noodle for a different type of noodle but not compensate me in any other way. Food was not prepared when I got there she told me I had to wait an additional 10 minutes. This place seem very unprofessional and I will not be returning. read more

We had a wonderful early evening dinner last Tuesday. We sat at the patio overlooking the bay as the sun set. My wife had the short ribs with egg noodles special, and I had the pad cashew nut with chicken. Both conveyed authentic Thai flavors. Our server was very knowledgeable and friendly, and the whole experience, from being greeted by the manager and the host through the end of our dinner, could not have been more perfect. We'll definitely make Similan on the Bay one of our regular spots. read more

Food was horrible overpriced I ordered a dish and they said they could not make it without the sauce in it why they could not do that I don't know all the dishes are made to order the service was horrible as well brought the apps over before the drinks and the waitress kept pushing more drinks and food to up the bill so she can get a better tip which was included in the bill so that would explain why she did not pay much attention to us it was better when it was Thai rock read more

The restaurant cancelled our order on DoorDash after over an hour of waiting for our food. They said on DoorDash that the order was cancelled because it some items were unavailable but when we called to order the same menu items they were available for pick up. read more

New Thai restaurant here in Rockaway the food was amazing and the hospitality was great I definitely would love to try again. The ambiance was very nice as well. read more

The new Thai place is very nicely decorated! Very modern with a beachy vibe! Love the gold utensils. The service was friendly and helpful with recommendations. The food came out quick and hot! The scallion pancakes were delicious! The pad se ew was excellent!! I will be back! read more

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I ordered the green curry for delivery and paid $18. I got the smallest portion. It didn't even fill half of my small bowl with veggies it was all curry broth. Would not recommend. Way to expensive for the plate that you get read more

Easily the best Thai place we've ever eaten. Authentic, delicious food, and our waiter Jack was there almost all the time. The atmosphere was quietly elegant and completely enjoyable. But above all, come for the food. read more

Terrible service, over booked seating, had to wait for our reservation (they initially sat us at the bar, we asked to be moved to a table when it was available, they said no, then 40 min later after waiting for our food we asked again to be moved and they let us), waiting nearly an hour for our food overall. Pretty solid food but not worth everything else that came with it. read more

Excellent food excellent ambiance excellent service. A top notch hidden gem. I am looking forward to coming back with more people. read more

First time we went service and food was truly delicious and all the staff were very welcoming. Second visit hostess barely looked up or interacted with us just brought us to the table and left. Our waitress was wearing a hat with a political statement that we found offensive. Hope these issues are addressed so we can feel comfortable going there again. I also feel if the waitresses are wearing hats it should have the restaurants logo not sports teams or political statements. read more

The food is delicious! The staff are exquisite! We've had the same waitress the 3 times we've eaten here. She gave some awesome suggestions. Can't go wrong with their food or drinks. read more

Food is decent but the delivery process is completely disorganized. We ordered twice and both times there was a problem. When you call they fail to take responsibility. read more

I have to make an update to a previous review. We spoke to the owner about our few concerns and they were addressed immediately. Can't say enough good things about the staff, food, service and ambience. We have been here four times in the last two weeks with every meal being something truly delicious and authentic tasting. Duck curry, Thai dumplings, soft shell crabs, chive pancakes, mock duck pad see ew; I could go on and on. Don't miss this place! Worth a trip from anywhere! read more