Wan Waan was our first dinner in NYC, and it set the bar so high for the rest of the trip! The vibes inside were excellent, busy but not enough space for a very comfortable dinner. Our service was top tier and the food was even better!! I ordered braised beef lemongrass curry and Shae ordered roti massaman beef. The flavors within both dishes were *chefs kiss*!! Our food was prepared quickly and devoured even quicker. To finish the night we ordered a mango sticky rice which was the best we've ever had. 10/10 would recommend Wan Waan. Hopefully our next trip to NYC comes soon so we can return and indulge. read more

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This is a casual Thai restaurant, nothing fancy. It is good to go as a party of 1 or 3/4 as the table is very small. During dinner there is certainty a rush of people. I think the waiter knows of this since it is really awkward to get more dishes on to the table. We ordered happy hour cocktails. What I ordered is the blood orange drink. The alcohol is not strong very water down and the drink can use some more flavoring. On the side I got the taro cake and the coconut shrimp. Main dish I got the Brazino Thepo curry and Grilled stake khao soi. Of all the dishes I like coconut shrimp the most since it has crunchy coconut flakes out side and it is not overly sweet. If you do like more flavoring outside, there is a good dip on the side. The main dish was okay. Good portion size. read more

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my first New York restaurant week experience - it's always hard to tell with these things if they're really worth the money. my decision is that yes, you are getting a good bang for your buck here, but this is more of a bang than you would probably want if it wasn't restaurant week - for the starter I got the Khao Tang Na Tang. it was a bowl of crudités with some crispy rice crackers served with a savory shrimp and pork dip. the dip was like a lighter peanut sauce. I expected a thick meaty dip, but it was much more of a sauce-like consistency with a little bits of ground meat in it. definitely more like a peanut vinaigrette than a dip dip. flavor was bomb and absorbed into the rice crackers wow wow. texture was meh - for the main I ordered the Pad Mee with Branzino. the stir-fried angel hair noodles were so incredibly good. perfectly a mix of sweet and salty with chunks of egg and Chinese broccoli. I literally devoured them. the crispy branzino was OK, lots of skin. great when dipped in a side of peanut sauce - my dining companions raved over the dense rich delicious Braised Beef Massaman. the Goong Ob Woon Sen Clay Pot was quite a project with the fully shell on head on shrimp. - for dessert the Matcha mochi was good in the sense of mochi is just inherently good. however, the Matcha flavor was very very light and the mochi layer on the outside was thinner than I would like if we are going for more of a texture than flavor dish. read more

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Duck pomelo salad was an experience. It's sweet sour crunchy and juicy at the same time. The chicken green curry was creamy with a hint of smoke. Veg was soft but the chicken was slightly overcooked and tough. The beef pad see ew is sweet and savory and my favorite dish. read more

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We loved this restaurant. Stumbled in late on a Saturday night feeling frazzled and hungry. If you like Thai food that's on the sweeter side, this is your spot. Everything we got was so good we all made exclamations about it. They're vegetarian friendly and have a seperate section on their menu, which helped one diner at my table. I ordered the ginger stir fry. It was excellent. The flavor was just so balanced and tasty. A friend got the fried tofu with glass noodles, also excellent and another friend got a noodle dish with a mix of shrimp and chicken (not on the menu that way but they readily accomdated) If you want a energetic vibe with good food, this place doesn't disappoint. The food, prices, service were all solid. read more

Wan Waan - VG - Tofu Glass Noodle - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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Got the basil fried rice and it was delicious! I just wish the fried rice had more vegetables though. The service was good and the ambiance was chic! read more

Wan Waan - Basil Fried Rice - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Wan Waan is an authentic Thai restaurant in Chelsea, Manhattan, known for its nostalgic atmosphere and elevated traditional cuisine. Wanwaan means "days long ago" which is reflected in the interiors of this restaurant and by blending modern style with cozy, traditional elements that evoke a sense of memory and nostalgia. What we tried Mocktails Pattaya wings Soft shells crabs Honey basil duck Pad see eww with chicken Mango sticky rice Wan Waan emphasizes feeling through the taste of food, and believes that by stimulating positive emotions through delicious cuisine, they will bring guests nostalgic memories of the past. I definitely recommend a stop at wan waan read more

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I eat a lot of Thai food and this restaurant in Chelsea really surprised me with how flavorful everything was! From the beautiful mocktails to their apps and entrees, I have no complaints for everything I ate. The Phuket Dream and Sangaya mocktail drinks were wonderful. I love how Chicken Satays were moist and tender. The Curry Puffs were very flaky with a nice starchy filling. I loved the Grilled Steak Fried Rice because of the fatty salty steak. The Pad See Ew noodles were also not stuck together which I see at a lot of Thai spots, so that was a great sign! I never had duck this tender and not dry, so I recommend pairing it with their crispy duck. I ended the meal with a nice sweet Mango Sticky Rice. Service was excellent and the place got packed for lunch time on a Saturday! read more

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Service was very good, we had a reservation and were seated within 5 minutes. The papaya salad was very refreshing and light, and the friend chicken was seasoned pretty well. The food was also inexpensive, I'd say this place is a good place to go to for affordable high quality food! read more

Wan Waan - Papaya Salad, Crispy Chicken Garlic, Gyoza - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

I was craving some Thai food and I stumbled upon this place. The server was nice and attentive. She ensured that I had everything I needed and that the service was excellent. I ordered a Lychee Martini for my drink. For my appetizer I had the Fried Chicken Gyoza and for my entree I had the Pad See Ew with Chicken. Both were delicious and it was the best Thai food I had in a long time. I will definitely visit this establishment again. The restaurant wasn't noisy and it got packed quickly. I'll also share this restaurant with everyone I know. read more

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I think you should blow your mind with the crab fried rice there and get it spicy because that sweet heat sauce is really something else. You should also get the fried ice cream, and Fish cakes with the cucumber relish, which is just cucumbers in a sweet Thai chili sauce, but it's on a bed of fried basil that's super tasty. Also the service here is so fantastic it really makes you wonder why you're tipping 20% at takeout pizza when this is above and beyond. read more

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Was very impressed with the value of the happy hour here, $10 drinks everyday until 8pm! Even on weekends. The food was served hot and fresh, and the vibes inside were intimate and fun. I think the roti massaman appetizer is a little small, it would've been nice to have received more than 1 piece of roti for $9. But overall the food was flavorful and service was quick and attentive without feeling rushed read more

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The restaurant was very accommodating and fit the five of us in without reservations. Another bonus for offering happy hour until 8 p.m. with snacks and drink specials. The rice cake was so unique and tasty! All the cocktails were delicious and boozy! The service was prompt and friendly (big thanks for letting our group split the check!). Can't wait to come back again soon! read more

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So many amazing options from rice dishes to curry to noodles. The crispy crab Rangoon and calamari were both fried to perfection. Both dishes were pretty light and crsipy. It was actually surprising that neither of these dishes were too greasy and so, we still had room for our mains. For the main dishes, I loved how there were a lot of different options with crab meat. Both the pad thai and fried rice were full of generous chunks of crab. I'm always partial to pad thai but the fried rice really hit that spot as well. We also loved the green curry; however, that moo grob tom yum noodle soup had that extra spicy kick to it that was so satisfying. Portions here are pretty large and definitely shareable. They have a lot of open tables and can easily do big groups. I was able to make a last minute reservation but think I would have been fine even if I didn't have one because it wasn't so busy. Service was also fast and attentive. read more

Overall: 5 stars Newer Thai restaurant that popped up on my radar recently and I was so impressed by the menu, which was full of intriguing options, of which none my sensitive stomach could tolerate well at this time, so I went for the classic Pad See Ew. The noodles were tender, piping hot, and had a sweet saline comfort to the bite. The chinese broccoli is cut with expert precision for tender yet crisp texture and the egg is well scrambled to serve as a light crumble. Prices are all very fair and I'm very much looking forward to returning to try the rest of the menu when my stomach is not failing me. Food: +2 Presentation: E Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: +1 Menu: +1 Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats read more

Wan Waan - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Super solid Thai spot. Thankfully no wait or super long line like a lot of trendy Thai spots in the city. Ordered the massaman curry with beef and coconut shrimp. Both tasted delicious, ate every crumb! Only complaint is that it was quite sunny and we were sat near the window, so it was very bright and a bit hot. Maybe some blinds or sheer curtains would help? Cute spot, would be back. read more

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The atmosphere what's nice as usual it was a busy Thursday afternoon. I did not have a reservation, but I only waited. Five minutes to be seated, I keep coming here for the same thing over and over pineapple curry duck is to die for with lychee and my wife at steak fried rice, she loved it and my son had the crab fry rice and he finished his plate , the service was on point and the food came out quickly read more

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Super fast and efficient service! Great portions, and pretty tasty! Slightly bland, but still good! read more

Wan Waan - Pad Kee Mao - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

We really enjoyed our visit just now. Super friendly and efficient staff. Atmosphere is cool and not noisy so a nice place for just the 2 of us. Food was excellent. Shrimp pad thai and crab fried rice. Dim sum delicious. Oh, the cocktails were great too! Thank you read more

Wan Waan - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

We walked in on a Friday night. They have happy hour until 8pm, which can be hard to find. Overall service was fast and nice. The food and drinks were delicious. There are a lot of thoughtful details, like the food garnish and fresh, beautiful flowers on every table. We got the papaya salad and Phuket crab curry. The fried soft shell crab was delicious, and there were lumps of crab in the spicy curry. The lychee Thai tea was not something I usually see on menus. It was delicious and refreshing. There were many good Kahlua and Thai coffee based cocktails. read more

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Really enjoyed the khao soi here. I came with some friends during happy hour and we loaded up on the $8 lychee margaritas! The service was nice as well. read more

Wan Waan - Khao Soy Gai - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Yummy Thai food in Chelsea Great deals Friendly staff Decor could be better and brighter that's always a plus But definitely a spot I come to often My favorite is the vegetable pad Thai and the lychee martini's they also service yummy ice coffees too. A must try in Chelsea. read more

Delicious food, comfortable destination for locals and tourists alike! Each and every servers were friendly, attentive, and efficient! A great place to pin on any maps ... read more

WAN WAAN is easily one of my favorite Thai spots in NYC right now. The atmosphere is cozy and stylish, perfect for a casual dinner or a night out with friends. We started with the house dumplings, which were incredibly juicy and full of flavor--definitely a must-order. The coconut shrimp was also amazing, crispy on the outside with the perfect balance of sweetness. For mains, the salmon khao soi completely stood out. The curry was rich and flavorful, and the salmon was cooked perfectly. The rib-eye panang curry was just as impressive--tender, bold, and packed with flavor. Excellent service, great vibe overall. Everything tasted fresh and authentic. You can tell they really care about the quality here. Highly recommend if you're in the area--this place is a gem. read more

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Taste great flavorful! I got calamari salads and crispy coconut shrimp. They were both good! However I should have chosen different kind since both are deep fried ( i didn't realize) so I'll try some different stuff next time. They were packed and other table's foods looks really nice :) read more

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The drinks were delicious, and the small bistro atmosphere felt warm and authentic. The food was excellent -- we tried the chicken and beef Pad Thai, the mussaman curry, and the grilled salmon. Each dish was flavorful and well-prepared. Overall, it was a lovely dining experience with just a bit of room for improvement. read more

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Came here as a walk in for 2 around 4:30 on a Thursday and got a table right away. Immediately the service was so nice and helpful! Our server Oreo genuinely made our dinner! The place is super cute. Food was also great! I loved the Massaman Curry and the happy hour drink deals are totally worth it! read more

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First of all, this is only my second time coming here. The last time I came was in the summer of 2023. It was a random stop after I left the High Line. Super grateful, though. The food was a hit then, and it was arguably even better this time around. The vibes in here are chill. It's a very casual and cute spot. Great for lunch, but could also be cute for an intimate date. Restrooms are located downstairs in the basement and are very clean. The service here is exceptional. It's been great on both visits and I'm pretty sure I was served by the same person both times. Our server was super attentive and great at anticipating our needs. He also got all customizations right and they did a great job of clearing plates and things as needed. BUT THE FOOD, THO... Crispy garlic chicken: babyyyyyy, this was so good. It's not crispy like fried chicken, but it's crisp enough and the garlic sauce is so savory and addicting. I opted for string beans in mine because broccoli upsets my stomach, and I was pleasantly surprised by the lunch portion, which was only $19 and included two spring rolls as an appetizer. You could also choose soup or salad, but I'm a spring roll girl. It was great. I've ordered this both times I came. Lunch fried rice: ordered my daughter The lunch fried rice with extra egg and no veggies. They got it right, and even despite the veggies not being in there, the flavor was still great. Little to nothing needed to make it flavorful AF. Lunch pad Thai: so good! I hate when pad Thai is super dry. And in this case, it had the perfect texture, moisture level, and consistency. It smelled and tasted awesome. Chicken dumplings: pretty standard, but pretty damn good. No complaints at all. Thai tea: not too sweet. Super good. The next time I come back here, I will definitely pop in because I know it's good. I love that there's been consistency over a multi-year period. read more

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Haven't been here for a while so decided to come here with friends for a weekday lunch. The set lunch menu is now circa $17 for two courses with large variety to choose from. I ordered the pork and shrimp dumpling to start with followed by chicken volcano as recommended. Both were very tasty, and my friends enjoyed theirs as well. Came here during a snow day so it was nice and intimate for a catch up. read more

Wan Waan - Chicken and Shrimp Dumpling - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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I secured a reservation over the phone for a party of 7 on a Sunday night. We ordered chive rice cakes, lemon thai iced tea, thai iced tea, basil fried rice, pineapple fried rice, red curry, tom yum seafood noodle, soft shell crab khao soi, pad see ew, and duck noodle soup. While I was quite sad the thai iced tea didn't have dairy alternatives, the lemon thai iced tea was very refreshing. It was our first time at Wan Waan, and everyone enjoyed the food and drinks. They absolutely devoured everything. Servers were respectful and friendly. The music wasn't too loud. We had a great time and would be back again! read more

Wan Waan - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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There are so many great options in Manhattan for good Thai food. This is not one of them. i ordered the Crab Rangoon's and was met with frozen in the middle. Seriously. Frozen in the middle. I ordered the chicken fried rice. as well, and I was unimpressed. read more

Wan Waan offers authentic Thai cuisine in a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Staff is incredibly friendly. The braised beef was so tender and hearty. I rarely see this dish in Thai restaurants, so I needed to try it - it was awesome! 4 stars-- would definitely try them again. read more

Wan Waan - Braised beef - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

OMG this place was so delicious I want to eat here everyday! Great service and all the dishes we had were superb. What's great is they will sub anything out for vegetarian options as well. Will definitely be back!! read more

Thank you Wan Waan! I've lived in NYC and now I visit 1day a week. Wan Waan food quality and portions are perfect. Your gifted staff Alvina and Matthew are some of the best I've ever witnessed in NYC. Thank you all for the outstanding food and service. We enjoy your authentic Thai food and delicious specialty drinks. Your warm Staff make this a highlight visiting NYC. You're rolling now - got any more to add? read more

Wan Waan - Thank you Alvina and Matthew - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

after a long day of walking, we decided we couldn't go wrong with thai for dinner & our closest bet was wan waan. we walked in & were seated immediately. we ordered thai tea (fresh), papaya salad (spicy & delicious), tofu pad see ew & shrimp pad kee mao, they were super kind and removed the tails from the shrimp also! the food hit spot & our tastebuds just right. the service was attentive without hovering, overall a solid & not overcrowded/loud dining experience for a random wednesday night. read more

Wan Waan - Pad Kee Mao - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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Solid Thai food, excellent service in a cute popular restaurant. The heat level on the soft drunken noodles (3 chikies) is just perfect.

The service was amazing, I will give them that. But not even an hour after eating here, I had to get off the train to projectile vomit into a trash can. I am not allergic or intolerant to anything, and didn't eat anything else before that that could've caused this. I have eaten in many thai restaurants in New York and NEVER had an experience like this. If you go please don't order the curry puffs or the Tom Yung Goong. Never again. read more

We came here for dinner this week after initially stepping into Kame and a person in our party didn't want ramen so we left. Dallas bbq was on the table and then everyone looked at me for a recommendation in the area. I didn't realize until we had sat down and opened the menu that I probably bookmarked this spot for their lunch or happy hour specials. Which I guess during happy hour drinks and apps are around $8 and they have like $16-17ish lunch specials that come with an app/entree. Putting all of what I said aside it was like 9pm and we were there on their regular menu which my boyfriend's brother exclaimed in shock "$35 for noodle soup!??" upon opening said menu. I can't argue that. Actually nothing on the menu was less than $20-30ish dollars and we are talking really expensive appetizers. From past menu photos online they clearly have created a significant price increase over the past 2-3 years. Like we're talking mega price increase. I just wanted a nice steaming bowl of Kao Soi but I did not want to spend around $30-40ish dollars for it. So all three of us went with very generic dishes: Pineapple fried rice, shrimp pad thai, and beef pad thai. During our brief dining experience I couldn't help but notice that at least 2-3 tables walked out of the restaurant after sitting down and opening the menu and not ordering anything. One of these being a table of over 10 people. So I'm glad we're all on the same page. Our food came out pretty timely. They didn't have chopsticks which would have been a nice touch so I ate my food like an ignorant fork loving American. I noticed immediately that the portions were really off with our dishes. I received almost twice the amount of pad thai noodles as my boyfriend which was ridiculous since we ordered almost the same dish. He had like nothing on his plate. His brother's mound of rice was also a ridiculously small portion for how much it was priced at. It all tasted decent. It wasn't the best I ever had. I think I had about 4 pieces of shrimp. They were albeit pretty large in size shrimps but that isn't excusable. I know restaurants are struggling these days but if you make Americanized basic Thai food somewhat unaffordable with tiny portions, the people aren't going to come. But maybe for their lunch special. read more

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Amazing food (HH from open to 8pm DAILY). Pad Thai w chicken: great flavor although not the best I've had. The tofu included was firm/ soy tofu and not fried. Fried tofu (HH): flavorless as expected. Chicken wing (HH): very fatty but not bad. The sauce reminds me of a cha siu/ Chinese bbq with oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar type shi. Service was decent and I will DEF be back. Who wanna meet me there for HH? read more

Wan Waan - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

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Delicious food, and wonderful service!! Would definitely recommend. I had the tom yum soup, sticky rice, and ginger tea, and it was all wonderful! read more