Loved this place!! Tried the fried tofu appetizer and it wasn't too spicy and very crispy. I also got the tofu eggplant, and it was very flavorful, and not too sweet. The massaman curry was also flavorful, but a little too sweet for our liking (tasted more like yellow curry, and less of the peanut taste we are used to) Nevertheless, I really liked their GIANT trifold menu and we will definitely be back to try the rest. Amazing ambiance inside (I ADORED the gold hanging decor on the ceiling) Bathrooms were very clean and staff was so efficient and friendly. They refilled water all the time and brought out food very quickly. We were celebrating a birthday but there was nothing brought out, so I don't think they have that kind of service here. It didn't feel super super upscale but also not just your average Thai restaurant. It was very crowded, but we felt like we had adequate space to move around and enjoy our meal. read more

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This is my favorite Thai restaurant in the city! It's always busy so it's best to book a reservation or hope and pray there are bar seatings, which is first come first serve. I ordered the calamari and pad Thai. The calamari was amazing. It was light and fresh. Be specific when ordering pad Thai, one has all the cuteness which is the Royals Pad Thai. The presentation is everything! If you change it and add chicken to it, they bring it out like a regular dish so only order with shrimp, if you like seafood! The ambience is very welcoming and trendy with a whole vibe. read more

After living in nyc all my life, I FINALLY tried Thai Villa and it does live up to the hype!! It's the og, but has sister restaurants, Pranakhon (Thai) + La Dong (Viet/Thai Fusion), all of which are great restaurants! The main bad thing here is the wait, if you're a walk in. We did walk in for party of 2 on a Saturday and waited almost 75 min for a table! We were STARVING by the time we were seated at the bar and ordered Curry Puffs to start off. They were DELISH - the puff pastry was light, and airy and the sauce complimented it very well. We both ordered Tofu Pad Thai and it was honestly very good. I'm critical when it comes to Pad Thai bc it's the baseline Thai dish. If THE classic noodle dish is bad, then the restaurant is bad overall, but the Pad Thai here was SO GOOD! It wasn't super sweet at all, like some other places, and had a great amount of mixed eggs, bean sprouts, and green onions. Thai Villa isn't as big as I thought, but there's a good amount of seating. Staff is very attentive and great at recommending dishes. Would def return, however I'd lean towards making a reservation or prepare to kill time for walk in. read more

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Genuine good unique one of a kind Thai food. Everything went well and the food and drinks were de, we ordered the MUK GOONG KAI KEM(Squid and Prawns with Duck's Yolk). It was much better than I had expected and the flavor was very unique and well rounded. The Green curry was also made really well and it was just the right spice we had asked for. chicken satay is their special kind of spring roll but we also got veggie spring roll for the vegetarian in our party and both were delicious. The ugly duckling cocktail was delicious and had a really noticeable aftertaste that tasted delicious with a nice kick to it. Service was very nice and efficient. Easy 5/5 read more

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Stopped by Thai Villa for dinner and ordered the Pad Thai and Pad Krapow. I asked if the spice level was Thai spicy or Americanized and was told Thai spicy -but there was barely any heat at all. The food was decent but definitely lacked the bold spice I was expecting. I wish I had ordered something much spicier or emphasized it more. We also seemed to be the only Asian table there, which might explain the toned-down flavors. Great for vibes and drinks. Not for me though. read more

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Thai Villa is perfect for those nights you really want to experience a beautiful ambiance. The decor and lighting gives romantic but also inviting. We went on a Saturday night after 5p with no reservations and had the option of a long wait time or sitting at the bar so we opted for the bar. The staff was friendly and the bartender was patient as I asked a couple of menu questions and later had to exchange my alcoholic drink for a non-alcoholic one. The food was just OK, I've had better Thai food at causal mom and pop spots. For appetizers we had wings, salmon puffs and for the entree the duck and unfortunately these dishes didn't have that freshly prepared and made to order taste. I would still say give it a try maybe a different night or different dishes will yield different results. Sidenote - a specific but notable restaurant feature that I appreciate is a clean, esthetically pleasing bathroom area with sinks separate from the toilets. read more

Thai Villa - Salmon puffs and Wings - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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Very reliable, cute decor. I ordered the fried rice and wings but my only issue is the scent of fish paste on the wings that's why it's a little hard for me to get completely jiggy with Thai food lol. The staff were friendly and the location is tucked away so you can walk not run out of a black truck and not worry about being bombarded with horns. read more

Speedy and friendly service. Gorgeous ambiance. Food is spectacular! Scallop skewers were sweet and savory and the perfect starter for two people. Coconut sea bass was light and flaky and full of flavor. Must get the Koong Tod Kleu which is sautéed fried shrimp in a shrimp tomalley sauce that was my absolute favorite dish for the night. Great drinks too! read more

Thai Villa - Koong Tod Kleu (shrimp), Chilean Sea Bass In Aromatic Coconut Milk, Duck Chu Chee - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Celebrated a birthday dinner here recently and Thai Villa definitely delivers on flavor and atmosphere. Located in the Flatiron District, the restaurant feels like stepping into another era -- ornate Thai décor, warm lighting, and beautifully detailed interiors that make the whole experience feel a little special from the moment you walk in. We did make a reservation (thank you, Resy -- and my Amex Platinum definitely came in handy for booking), but just a heads up: everyone in your party has to be present before they seat you. When we arrived there was still quite a crowd and we had to wait a bit, which seems pretty common here given how popular the place is. Once seated, the food was truly the highlight. The flavors were incredibly authentic and thoughtfully prepared. We ordered a variety of dishes to share along with drinks and desserts, and everything was packed with rich Thai spices and balance. You can really tell this isn't just typical takeout-style Thai food -- the dishes feel refined and carefully crafted. The only downside of the evening was the time limit on the table. After spending over $250 on dinner, we were told there was a strict two-hour seating window and were asked to wrap up fairly quickly. I completely understand restaurants needing to manage reservations, especially in busy Manhattan dining rooms, but we probably just needed another 10-15 minutes to finish our conversation. It was a little surprising since we had also waited quite a while before being seated. That said, the evening was still lovely overall -- great food, beautiful setting, and celebrating with good company always makes the experience better. If you're looking for elevated Thai cuisine in NYC with a gorgeous atmosphere, Thai Villa is definitely worth visiting. Just plan ahead, arrive with your full party, and be mindful of the dining time window. read more

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First of all, the place has a nice waiting area to wait in for your whole party to join. You are then escorted to your table. The first thing I noticed was how hard they worked on the decor and the vibe of the place. It's elegant yet cozy and warm due to the light arrangement. As for the food itself, it was delicious and flavorful. We had the lamb, the chicken and a seafood dish with squid and crab, which was my personal favorite with the pineapple fried rice. They could be a bit more generous with the portions and the staff less pushy on drinks. Overall a great dining experience. The menu is quite extensive so I need to go back to try more things. read more

Thai Villa - Lamb - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Went in for lunch and it was packed! I was surprised there were so many people in during lunch on a random Thursday. Since I was a part of 1, I got seated immediately at the bar. There is a lunch special which made everything a bit more of a better deal, although if you're looking for purely low price points, there are plenty of cheaper thai lunch specials in chelsea. The food was pretty good, and I really enjoyed the mushroom soup that comes with the lunch special. I got the Pad See Ew was nothing too memorable or spectacular, but also not bad. I feel like maybe some of their other larger entrees or curry may be more outstanding. The staff are all super courteous and helped you immediately. I got a thai iced tea and that was really sweet. Be prepared to wait or order ahead! read more

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Found another gem with my trusty Yelp. In the City doing a little retail therapy with my girls and found Thai Villa. We didn't have a reservation but with a little wait we got seated at the bar. Very friendly service from the bar crew or should I call them mixologists? Order our cocktails which were delicious. Placed our orders with a few good suggestions. Orders came out quickly, considering the amount of to go orders going out and a packed restaurant. Everything was tasty and delicious Ambiance was very nice. We would definitely come again and next time will make reservations read more

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Beautiful interior. Accommodated my dietary request to omit onions and garlic. Loved the old fashioned. read more

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Service was good, had a reservation for 6PM on a Saturday and was seated within 5 min. It's a big space with plenty of seating but it can get a little loud. Papaya salad had a good kick, fresh and good texture. Chicken satay was good, tender and yummy sauce For the table we also got the green curry, massamun curry, pad se-ew and the new lamb special. The lamb was our favorite by far, good flavors and with slight smoky finish. The massamun curry was nice too. The green curry and pad se-ew were on the sweeter side. There was also pineapple in the green curry which was new for us, not sure if we loved it. Also got the Thai Coffee, loveddd. Thai Iced Tea, a staple n yummy. I think overall still a good place to go but I used to come here more often and feels like quality has gone down a little bit since. read more

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Reserved dinner for 4 on a Friday night. Promptly seated and waiter came by a couple of times to ask if we are ready within 10 mins. Ambiance is lively, intimate, and dimly lit inside. Thai tea is overly sweet, tea flavor is lacking, also watered down all at the same time, needs work for sure. We only got one appetizer - scallop skewers, one order comes with two skewers, two scollops on each. Perfectly cooked, flavorful, and juicy, would definitely get it again. The entrees were great though, we got the beef curry, pad see ew, pad kee mao, and Royal pad thai. No notes! Another thing is that this place is very fast paced, the server(s) kept coming by to take away dishes, felt like they were hinting at us to get going so they can seat another group... read more

Thai Villa - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

One of my favorite thai spots in the city. Used to come here with my sister and try the classics like the pad thai, pad see ew, and the basil fried rice. We've been avid delivery orderers, but coming in person was the move. Got to try the new appetizer rice roll (I'm forgetting the name, but the sauce was excellent) and the panang short rib curry. Wish the wait wasn't so long! Cheers! read more

Thai Villa - Rice roll - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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Thai Villa was a beautiful dining experience from start to finish, though it was more packed and smaller than I expected inside. The atmosphere is still stunning and really well designed, but it does get quite noisy, especially when it's busy. We started with the vegetable spring rolls, which were absolutely delicious--honestly some of the best I've ever had. The vegetable dumplings, however, weren't really for me, and I'd probably skip those next time. The honey BBQ marinated pork was incredible--really flavorful and cooked perfectly. The standout for me was the pad see ew with shrimp, which was definitely one of the best I've had. Service was also excellent. Our waitress was attentive, kept our water filled, and paced the meal nicely without bringing everything out at once, which I really appreciated. Overall, great food and service in a beautiful space, just be prepared for a smaller, very busy and lively restaurant. Would definitely go back. read more

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Is it too much to expect good service and authentic food? At Thai Villa the answer is yes. This is one of those run of the mill Thai restaurants that goes crazy overboard on the ambience with only OK food and less than stellar service. I eat a lot of Thai food and I even make it at home. I found Thai Villa is not very serious about giving you authentic Thai food. I ordered shrimp Pad Ped which was described as having Thai eggplant. However, the dish I received had zucchini and no Thai eggplant to be found. I just happen to hate zucchini, but also I expect my food to come as described. Even worse, the server tried to convince me that the dish was not supposed to come with Thai eggplant. Then when I showed her the menu, she insisted that zucchini was eggplant. So this is a place where the customer isn't right and the wait staff is condescending. She said she couldn't make the dish with Thai eggplant for some reason so I ordered a different dish, Pad Prik King with shrimp. Ample shrimp, but it was too sweet and barely any string beans. On the plus side the presentation of the food is very fancy. The bathrooms are very clean and ornate just like the ambience. They also have a full bar, which I'm sure makes the food go down easier. read more

Thai Villa - Shrimp Pad Prik - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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Thai Villa has it all: beautiful esthetics inside, delicious food, and the most hospitable staff. Everything about this place was worth while and cannot wait to go back. Their short rib panang curry was to die for. read more

Thai Villa - Short rib with Penang curry - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

This is a beautiful restaurant and very Instagrammable. If you want to experience a lovely ambiance with stylish décor, warm lighting, and romantic vibes, this is a great spot. Make a reservation because the wait can be long. The food is delicious, and they also have a nice lunch special. read more

This review honestly pains me to write because Thai Villa has always been one of our absolute favorite Thai spots We had just finished a 48-hour journey and landed in New York. Even though we could've gone straight home to Miami, we purposely stopped in New York because we were craving Thai Villa. Since we were staying in Newport, NJ where they don't deliver, we went through the hassle of arranging an Uber courier pickup so we wouldn't have to go into the city while completely exhausted. After 3-4 driver cancellations (because no one wanted to drive across to New Jersey) and about 2 hours, we finally received our food. The issue: when ordering, we very clearly stated we are vegetarian and NO EGGS (I'm also allergic to eggs) and reiterated this multiple times. Unfortunately, 4 out of the 5 dishes we ordered had eggs. One container was even labeled "no egg," but we still found several pieces of egg inside. We called the restaurant and they were very apologetic. They checked with the kitchen and ended up comping the entire order, which we appreciated. But honestly, that wasn't the point--we were just really looking forward to eating the food after such a long trip. On top of that, we had already spent quite a bit on the courier service. I understand that with popularity comes a higher chance of mistakes, but this experience was really disappointing. I still love the food here, but the quality of service we experienced this time makes me hesitant, and I may have to start looking for another Thai spot. read more

I've never had Thai food before so I was a little nervous on what to do order but ended up getting the pad Thai and it was delicious! I am not hooked on Thai food. Service was exceptionally quick. The lunch special comes with 2 apps and an entree - great deal. read more

Highly recommend making reservations! It was packed, even for a wednesday night. My friends and I ordered a bunch of stuff. All of the cocktails were super good so you can't go wrong there: ugly ducking, dragonfruit, and matcha cloud (I forget the exact names). There wasn't a single bad thing that we ate either, I feel so bad that I can't remember the names but honestly went with most of what our waiter recommended. read more

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From the glamorous interior design to their thought out menu with rotating seasonal items, this spot never disappoints. I ordered the below with my friends: Thai Iced Tea Lychee Thai Tea Sparkling Kiwi Lemonade Tom Juad Koong Tod Kleu Guay Tiew Lord Short Ribs Panang Khao Soy (Northern-Style Noodles Curry) Spicy Chicken Wings Papaya Salad Banana Crepe The seasonal Tom Juad soup was exactly what I needed on a cold day. The wings had a kick and the papaya salad had nice crunchy pork rinds. My favorite app was the Guay Tiew Lord steamed rice rolls which had the best savory sweet soy sauce. Their Khao Soy is a good classic option. But one of their most popular dishes her is the Short Rib Penang which was fall off the bone tender. The curry sauce was nice and thick and creamy. I also loved the Winter menu dish; Koong Tod Kleu because the shrimp was not overcooked and had an umami sauce around it. I recommend the Banana Crepe dessert too! It was more like a fried egg roll with banana in it, but was still so delicious. Service was quick and attentive. The servers came to our table often to check on us, give extra napkins, and refill water! read more

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Thai Village is such a solid NYC find. The food is packed with flavor -- everything tasted fresh, authentic, and perfectly spiced. The pad thai and curries are standouts, and portions are generous. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, and service was quick and friendly. Great spot when you're craving reliable, delicious Thai food in the city. read more

Thai Villa delivers on both flavor and visual appeal. Definitely deserves its spot in Top 10 Thai places in NYC. The crispy catfish salad was a standout - perfectly fried fish piled high with fresh herbs and that signature Thai balance of tangy, spicy, and savory. The pad Thai came beautifully plated with fresh garnishes and had great wok flavor. And that mango sticky rice? Almost too pretty to eat with its vibrant colors, but definitely didn't last long on the plate. Solid choice for quality Thai in the city. read more

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Their Kea Mao always hits. I love it with squid and their spicy is Asian spicy. One of my fav Kea Maos in the city read more

Thai Villa - Kea Mao - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

My family and I decided to go out for Thai food last month. Our normal place was closed, so we opted to try Thai Villa based on the Yelp reviews. Upon walking in, we were impressed by the beautiful decor. I was glad I had made reservations for our party of five since the restaurant was full when we arrived. BEVERAGES: We enjoyed sparkling kiwi lemonade and tamarind twilight mocktails; however we were disappointed by the small portion sizes. APPETIZERS: We ordered the spicy chicken wings and curry puff appetizers. The chicken had good flavor; however, the sauce was very sticky. The curry puffs had a nice flavor as well despite being much softer on the outside than we prefer. ENTREES: We ordered pad krapraw with beef, chicken pad Thai, Thai fried rice, and pad se-ew. The pad krapraw with beef had a nice aroma and spiciness; however, the beef was tough! The chicken pad Thai was standard. The Thai fried rice and pad se-ew were just okay. Our waiter looked crushed when he saw we all had food left and none of us cared for a to-go container. SERVICE: Service was initially warm and friendly and became absent-minded as our meal progressed. I asked for extra napkins three times before being presented with one paper napkin. Talk about rationing! OVERALL: Overall, this place is overpriced for the quality and taste of the food. Not worthy of a repeat visit! read more

Thai Villa is a gorgeous, upscale Thai spot with great ambiance and plenty of options for everyone. I started with a Lychee Martini to drink - which was nice and strong. To eat, the Pad Se Ew with mock duck was a winner - so nice to see vegan meat substitutes on the menu besides just tofu! The Green Curry was nice as well, and the spring rolls were pretty simple and nothing special. For dessert, the Thai Tea Lava Cake was such a delicious spin on the traditional lava cake - I just wish it was bigger! This place does seem to get busy and they tend to rush you out quickly, which is the downside. read more

Came here for dinner without reservations on a Sunday night. Only outdoors and bar seats were available. We opted for the outdoor dining seat and enjoy the fall weather. What we ordered Spring rolls - crispy, I think okay Massum curry with muckduck - a little kick but creamy and delicious **Outdoor dining option was nice to have. Although their outdoor dining ambiance feels underwhelming compared to others read more

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My friend and I walked in w/ no reservation when the restaurant opened for dinner at 4:30pm. We were seated within a few minutes, and we were told that we could eat for 1.5 hours. We didn't mind, since we weren't planning on eating and staying for that long anyway. The vibes were great! The lighting especially was really cool. The restaurant interior was dark, and it was dimly lit w/ orange lights hanging from the ceiling and tea lights on each table. My friend ordered the beef pad see ew, and I ordered a Thai iced coffee and massaman curry. Everything overall was delicious. The curry was so creamy, rich, flavorful, and had just the right amount of mild spice. I did think it was a tad too sweet, though. And while the coffee was good, it had a slightly alcoholic aftertaste that I wasn't used to. Overall, I would come here again! read more

Thai Villa - Pad Se-Ew and Massamun Curry - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

This has to be some of the best Thai food in the city along with some of the friendliest service. The menu has 3 different sections for classic items, chef specialties, and then "privileged," which are supposed be special recipes from the Thai Royal kitchen. We started off with the curry puffs from the classics menu, which were light and not too greasy. We decided to order some different dishes instead of the typical Thai fare that we usually choose. So I ordered one of the specialties, the Chilean Seabass in aromatic coconut milk, which our waiter said was one of their most popular fish dishes, and my girlfriend ordered the Short Rib Panang from the "privileged" menu. Both were large portions and were delicious. We opted to add in a noodle dish and got pad see ew which was also wonderful. The sauce was thick and hearty and not too sweet. We ordered two drinks off of the specialty drink menu and both were as advertised. I feel like sometimes the specialty drinks at Thai restaurants can lean towards overly sweet, but not these. Tables for two along the wall are pretty close together, but that's standard for NYC. There's a small upstairs space that also has seating. Definitely make sure you take a peek up at the ceiling... lots of funky, lighting, and gold. Definitely aesthetic. Thai Villa is definitely a solid choice for Thai food and it deserves its high rating. Definitely go, but make sure you either make a reservation or get there early because it does get super busy. read more

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This honestly may be a sleeper hit for one of the best Thai restaurants in nyc. I never really hear people talking about this spot and it can be pretty busy but it's not impossible to get into. The restaurant is gorgeous on the inside with a lot of tables. I got the red curry and royal pad Thai and both were flavor explosions. It was also very comparable to the food I had in Thailand. The royal pad Thai had a sort of egg netting around it which reminded me of a popular spot in Bangkok that does something similar. The presentations were fantastic and the staff was also lovely. If you are looking for a Thai spot this place is a must. read more

Thai Villa - Red Curry and Royal Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Fantastic selections--everything we tried was incredible! I was reminded of why I love Thai food so much. Despite it being a busy Saturday and close to their afternoon break, our waitress was wonderfully patient with us. The ambiance was bright and inviting, making it perfect for any occasion. Highly recommend! read more

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Recently visited NYC and was staying by Union Square and craved some thai food! Found this spot online and tried it out - it was fantastic!! I ordered: - Thai Basil (beef, extra spicy): SOOOO good, 100/10!! - Vegetable spring rolls: Really great and a huge portion size! Really great spot, I will definitely stop by here again once I'm back in town! Unfortunately I didn't take any pics because I ate it all immediately, but I promise that even the food presentation was perfect! read more

This place is always one we come back to because of the delicious food and intricate design of the space. You can't go wrong with the pad Thai or the basil fried rice as both are delicious and easy to share. Great for a date night or dinner with friends! read more

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Thai Villa was a great experience. The decor is beautiful, and we were seated upstairs, which gave us a nice view of the main dining area below. Service was quick. We started with the veggie spring rolls (I'm usually not a big fan, but these were light, crisp, and flavorful). The filling-to-wrapper ratio was perfect. There were a bunch of veg/vegan options, which was appreciated. I had the Massaman curry, delicious and a solid portion. The potatoes were perfectly cooked and the curry was bright, acidic, and not too sweet. We also tried the drunken noodles with tofu. Flavor was good, but I liked the curry more. The tofu was on the chewier side, not my favorite texture, but others might not mind it. We also had a lychee martini. Very strong, a little too alcohol-forward for me and consequently not much lychee flavor came through. All in all, solid food, beautiful space, and worth a visit. Giving it 5 stars, but it's a true 4.75 in my book. read more

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I came here with a friend/co-worker of mine. She was the one who found this place. It's super popular because while I was waiting for her to arrive, I heard the hostess say they had no more availability for the night. FYI: Everyone in the party needs to arrive in order to be seated. Once we were seated we both got drinks. I think I got a melon drink and she got something whiskey or bourbon based. She found it to be too strong but she still drank it. The waiter was super nice and bubbly. He will explain everything to you if you ask and also gave us the specials. The menu is ginormous so ask for help if you can. I can't remember the names of the dishes we got but she got some sort of fried rice special and I got one of the curries with beef that was super spicy, but a good kind of spicy. Food is excellent and I don't get to eat Thai food that often because my husband doesn't like Thai. It gets busy very fast so it gets noisy for sure. If you want to eat here, make a reservation and make it in advance. As I mentioned above, reservations go like hotcakes and the restaurants fills up. If you're walking in, be prepared to wait. Overall, everything about this place is wonderful and I really want to return and try some of their other food items. read more

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This place is worth the hype. First of all the restaurant is beautiful. It's stunning with its decor, you can really immerse yourself in the setting. The service is incredible- you water is never empty, and the staff is so friendly and patient and constantly checking in on you. The food is incredible. My companions and I got the basil fried rice, the curry duck, and the garlic chicken. Everything was delicious but surprisingly the fried rice was the star of the show. This place rocks, and I can't wait to come back and try their noodles and more curry! read more

We came here for lunch with a group of girls and had such a great experience! The staff was super friendly and really accommodating, even with our big group. We definitely ordered way too much food, but honestly every single dish was delicious, so no regrets. A lot of the menu felt a little more unique than your typical Thai spot, which made it even more fun to try different things. Would definitely recommend if you're looking to explore some interesting Thai dishes! read more

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