Came here to celebrate a birthday and had a really nice time! The place is beautiful and has such a great atmosphere. We loved the curries, and the virgin drinks were really good too. It does get pretty busy, so I definitely recommend making a reservation ahead of time. Overall, great food, beautiful ambiance, and a perfect spot for a birthday or special occasion. Would definitely come back! read more

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Wow! The food was amazing. I was shocked at how there were many items on the menu that you would not normally find in a typical Thai menu. Of course, we opted to try things that were out of the "norm". We started with the Khun Pan Pld Fashioned (which is old fashion with a Thai tea twist), of course, Thai iced tea, soft shell crab larb (omg so mouth watering) and the Pla Muk Tod (Fried Tumeric Coconut Calamari). These were new on the summer menu and I hope they stay! The dipping sauce in the calamari was sweet, tangy and syrupy with some heat but not too sweet. It was good without the sauce but with it, made it even better. The soft shell crab larb, wow, blew us away. The crunch and heat factor with the basil "salad" was out of this world. It is definitely spicy but is soo tasty. From their "privileged" menu, we had the duck chu chee which is a crispy roasted duck in a creamy mildly spicy red curry - the duck and curry was soo bomb, super crispy and stands out from other places. Finally the Royal Thai Spiced Lamb which is grilled lamb chops with karee curry sauce, snow pea tips and roti, sooo flavorful and so good. The veggies and the lamb paired so well with the curry sauce. It was not gamey or chewy but after all the appetizers I could not finish this dish. For dessert, we did try the Khao Neaw Puak which is a taro sticky rice with coconut ice cream. Again different but I think I will pass on this next time. We loved the food and will definitely be back! read more

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The BLUF | The Chilean Sea Bass, Pad Se-Ew, and Royal Pad Thai are reasons to come back. The prices are NYC expensive. The Vibe | Chill. Chic decor with a modern Thai style. The Service | Average. 20% automatic gratuity (for our party of five; not sure if that is standard for all). There were a lot of people bringing plates, removing plates, and at the front of the house. The Food | Por Pia Tod (3/5) was average, nothing special. Pad Se-Ew (4/5) was good and flavorful. We ordered two with shrimp and one chicken: the shrimp was a little overcooked but super flavorful. If it had something with a crunch - peanuts or otherwise - it would have been 5/5 for me. Thai Fried Rice (3/5) was just ok. Chilean Sea Bass (5/5) was cooked to perfection and it was the best tasting dish on the table, and it was the most beautiful dish. The Dranks | The Mango Sunrise was outstanding. Thai Villa...please share the recipe or please confirm what I think the ingredients are: mango puree, pineapple juice, and coconut cream. It was our third visit to Thai Villa. The two previous visit, I ordered the Royal Pad Thai which was bon appetit. read more

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Thai villa just doesn't disappoint. I have have been here about 3 times now and have been happy with my meal each time. It's a beautiful restaurant with great service. The Panang curry with crispy duck is amazinggg. I will continue to be a repeat customer! read more

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

Very packed space and small tables but amazing food. The service was quick and staff were very helpful with the menu, the decor is beautiful inside. it's a must try! read more

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Came here with two friends - we had to wait over an hour and half but it was definitely worth it. The vibe inside is great. I loved all the decor. It's a little tight in there but very cool. Our servers were very attentive. I don't think my water ever got less than half full. The food was amazing. I got the pad see ew which honestly is my go to in Thai restaurants and it didn't not disappoint. Could have been a little spicier though. The Thai ice tea was one of the best I have had. You should definitely get one! Over all a very lovely restaurant!! read more

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

The interior is very ornate, dim lighting sets the mood for dinner, and the servers were efficient but good salespeople (for the desserts). The mango sticky rice was fire! The duck curry was quite flavorful - but eat the duck fast or the crispiness will go away. My favorite savory was the sea bass as the fish was soft and flaky with the sweet salty coconut milk! read more

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Phenomenal. I only got to try the pad Thai and cashew chicken but I wish I had ordered more. This might be my favorite pad thai I've had, very sweet and tangy. I enjoyed it more than the chicken dish which I felt had too much of a kick rather than a tangy garlic flavor for my liking. Great service at a busy hour! read more

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The food was delicious, classics done right -- Kee Mao and Eggplant Basil were great. Portion sizes are big, prices are reasonable. The restaurant is a smidge loud, especially when it's really busy, but otherwise loved the ambiance and decor! read more

This was a restaurant we saw on socials, and it tempted us to go in. We went on a Tuesday night, after dinner rush. They had 2 seats available at the bar with a 30 min wait. After we walked away to kill time, they called us back within 5 min. The bar was great, and I loved our bartender. But if you can get a reservation for table seats, do that. All the food we had was delicious. We also got coconut juice. I don't really like coconut that much, but my husband does. The juice was really good! Worth a try. Would definitely go back, and I recommend anyone try it. Best Thai food I've had anywhere. read more

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The ambiance of the restaurant is very beautiful. Unfortunately they do pack you in right next to everyone. The red curry was very delicious and was modifiable. Super yummy and good texture tofu as well. Service was also really good. Prices are kind of high. Would definitely recommend. read more

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Thai food is getting elevated, as well as saturated these days. While Thai Villa is good, it's a little pricey and it's pretty standard in this environment. Service is good though. read more

2nd time coming back in a few years. food is pretty good. one of the better pad see ews i've had. curry is a little too sweet for me but the crispy duck was 100/10. read more

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We had a reservation but weren't allowed in until our full party showed up, but even after that we still had to wait additional time. The decor & ambiance was my favorite part and I enjoyed my meal as well. However, the service was little disappointing as we got ignored multiple times and the server was a little passive. The dessert was also disappointing, we decided to stay for that because it was more convenient than going somewhere else. But, the Thai tea lava cake barely had any actual Thai tea and was basically just a regular cake with ice cream. read more

Thai Villa - Choco-Thai Tea Lava Cake - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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We really enjoyed our dinner here. The food is authentic Thai and the staff are friendly and helpful. We had a Pad Si Eew Chicken and the Pla Tod Gratiem with a Tom Yam Goong soup. It was so delicious and took us right back to the same dishes we had on a boat restaurant on the Mae Kok river in Chiang Rai. And two delicious Thai iced teas made the perfect accompaniment. This is our new favorite Thai restaurant in NYC. read more

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Food as always was awesome! Calamari and papaya salad was our favorite! Rit our server was as awesome, even on a busy Sunday he was still very attentive on our table and requests! read more

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

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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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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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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I've had Thai Village on my list for ages and completely forgot about it, but a little twist of fate brought us here. My friend and I were heading somewhere else for dinner, but our original spot was closed for a private event. We decided to pivot and come here instead, and it worked out very much in our favor! ​I actually just got back from a trip to Thailand, so I went in with high hopes but a curious mind about how the authenticity and flavors would compare. While there were naturally a few little differences in taste here and there compared to being on the ground in Thailand, it didn't dim the deliciousness whatsoever. The food here is absolutely stellar. ​We decided to sit at the bar, and both bartenders who looked after us were incredibly friendly, helpful, and super clear when explaining the specials. I asked one of them for their favorite recommendations, and it did not disappoint. ​Here is what we ordered: ​Pineapple Fried Rice ($21): We ordered it without adding any protein, and it was packed with flavor. Highly recommend. ​Pad Thai ($24): We added beef to this one, but honestly, the noodles were so incredibly flavorful on their own that it didn't even need the additive! ​Thong Pan Sai Gai ($17): These looked almost like little tacos but were uniquely delicious. ​Papaya Salad ($16) & Satay Spring Rolls ($16): Perfect, fresh starters to kick off the meal. ​Mango Sticky Rice ($17): A must try for dessert. They use purple rice for this, and it was so yummy. ​For drinks, my friend ordered a Lycheetini ($19) and loved it. I had the Tangmo, Tangmo, Tangmo ($20) which was nice and refreshing. ​Even though our meal was a mix of great apps and sides, it was incredibly filling. We actually walked out with leftovers. The prices are very fair for the quality and portion sizes you get. We will absolutely be returning! 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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Loved the crispy tofu and pork belly appetizers! service was friendly and fast, they checked on us quite often. The branzino was good but a bit on the saucier side for me. I'll definitely be back to try the noodle and curry dishes. read more

This is a nice Thai restaurant with cool decor. The service was decent. They are busy so highly recommend reservations. We tried the potato dumplings as an appetizer and they were good. I had the pad see ewe with chicken. The flavor was good but the chicken was a little dry. read more

I've been wanting to try this place for over a year and finally got to go. We ordered 10 things. 5 apps, 5 entrees. Exceptional, must-get dishes: -Royal pad thai, the egg wrap sold me. And the noodles were very chewy and springy. Spicy too. LOVED. -Panang curry- I don't even care for curry but this was really the best curry I've had. The perfect glossy consistency and the flavors were balanced, also spicy. -Summer special: soft shell crab. Incredible. Deep fried crab legs served on a bed of thai basil salad- eating whole basil leaves with the shattering crab legs... don't miss this one. -Basil fried rice, so spicy, so good. -Tom Yum, my uncle said it was one of the best hems ever had. -Papaya Salad- a great refreshing side and also incredibly spicy. Forgettable dishes: -Chicken satay, very small. Standard. -Thai moneybags, beautiful presentation but the filling tastes like potatoes, are they usually potatoes? Tastes like a bland samosa. -Red curry: just wasn't a huge fan of it. -Roti: I didn't get to try it, so I will forget about it. They're really pushy about the 90 minute time limit. I think they should think about how much we ordered and be more lenient but they weren't so lenient. I still really loved my experience and would go again. read more

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Great Thai food and atmosphere. I love the traditional Thai peanut sauce and curry dishes. Service was attentive, but the vibe and surroundings were the outstanding item for me. read more

Came here after our original location was having a private event but so glad we did. From start to finish we were greeted with such hospitality and the service alone would make me come back, from the hostess to the servers/bartenders taking time to answer all menu questions. The bartender suggested some appetizers which we ended up getting their version of a chicken taco which was delicious. All the dishes were so full of flavor that you didn't need to add anything additional. Food was amazing, great portions! Definitely would come back to get more dishes. read more

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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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Some of the best Thai food in the country. Love to stop by each time I visit. Food is 10/10, service could be better (but not bad at all). Highly recommend the basil fried rice, probably the best fried rice I've ever had. Lychee tea was also amazing. The other food was delicioussss. Asked for a specific area in the restaurant and hostess made an excuse that the waiter for that area wasn't in. Seated other parties there right after us. Waitress didn't stop by to check in, passed us off to another waitress without saying anything. read more

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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This was our first stop on our trip to NYC. We arrived around 8pm with no reservation and were able to grab 2 seats at the bar. The restaurant was very busy on a Saturday night! The service was great from start to finish. We ordered the mango salad which was so good but beware it is on the spicy side. We also ordered the fish special that was served with a coconut sauce, the fish just melted in our mouths! So delicious! Everything from the vibes to the service to the food was a 10/10! read more

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

The decor and ambience was great. Sevice was fast and friendly. The Royal Pad Thai was very good and the presentation is gorgeous. The sauce was a little sweet which I wasn't crazy about but overall the flavor was good. read more

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

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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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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This is one of my favorite Thai restaurants in all of nyc!! First off it is absolutely beautiful in there! The ambiance is perfect for a group dinner that's elevated. The prices were so reasonable and the service is extremely fast while not feeling like you're being pushed out! The food for me is a 11/10! It is flavorful, spicy (if you wish), and really hits the spot every time! I've had this delivered before as well and it travels so well too! Definitely will keep coming back! read more

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

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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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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