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    4.4 (503 reviews)
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    Kra Pow with Chicken and Fried Egg
    Yuna C.

    Love that they have the lunch special (appetizer + entree) available on the weekends! I got the Kra Pow at a medium level spice but it still got a kick that was addicting - the fried egg addition was a great compliment too. The Zaab Wings were addicting too with the hot but also sour/citrus seasoning - just drooling thinking about it again!

    Jenny L.

    Food is delicious here but they are limiting meat portions now, sadly!! Service is ok!! Take out is pretty good!! Restaurant looks nice from the outside!

    Alvin Z.

    Service was wonderful really really quick for how busy they were! Store was nicely decorated, I just wish I could see the second floor LOL. We got pineapple roasted duck which had a nice sweet and savory sauce. The duck itself was tender and had crispy skin but I didn't think it had much flavor. Next we got the crispy pork belly much had delicious water spinach but the pork was very hard and not yummy. The water spinach was my favorite part of this entire meal. We got a pad Thai baron and it was good but I didn't like the texture of the egg. We also got a Thai iced tea. I think it was on the higher price end too.

    Tom yum Wing
    se c.

    Over the dishes were Ok. The Pad Kee Mao was very good. The lemon grass sea bass was bland. The Tom Kha was very salty and the Tom Yum wings were Ok. The service was good. The food came out fairly quick. The decor was very nice and modern. We are outside and it felt comfortable. For the price I think the food could've been much better.

    Karen M.

    Well I love Thai food and when in Bangkok didn't disappoint. Tasty and delicious food. Serving can feed 2 people. It was a lot. Our waiter was very friendly and bubbly. The place was a cute little restaurant. Definitely worth a second visit.

    Chicken Pad kee mao
    Sarah K.

    My friend and I wanted to sit outside because they have a patio, but they didn't set it up. They said they expect to open it next month. We ordered Mango Branzino Rolls, chicken pad kee mao, and Pineapple Curry Duck. They have lunch special daily from 11-4pm but we wanted try other dishes on their menu. No regrets. It is a bit expensive, but they give you big portions. We enjoyed all the dishes very much. The pineapple curry duck comes with one bowl of jasmine rice. The service is great and they refill our water pitchers. We left there satisfied and very full.

    Steph Y.

    When in Bangkok is absolutely worth the hype. The cocktails are excellent and thoughtfully crafted, and the food is so good. We ordered the Drunken Noodle, Khao Soi, and the Braised Pork Leg--every dish was packed with flavor, comforting, and beautifully executed. The Khao Soi in particular was rich and aromatic, and the pork leg was tender and very satisfying. The ambiance is cozy with really cute decor, and the overall vibe feels warm and welcoming, even when the place is buzzing. It does get very packed, but it's 100% worth the wait. Portion sizes are generous and prices are reasonable. Our server was incredibly friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better despite how busy it was. Easily one of my favorite Thai spots--I already can't wait to go back.

    Panyang Curry
    Dorothy N.

    My favorite Thai spot in Queens! It's so beautiful inside. We ordered Thai tea and sometimes it's a miss but this spot never misses. It was perfectly sweetened and creamy. For our dishes we got the vegetable thai fried rice and the panyang curry with vegetables. I usually always go for a meat dish but because my friend was vegetarian I wanted to get something we can both share. Service was quick! Lots of people were eating when we went. Def recommend reserving for a nicer outing. Totally understand why this spit is top 10!

    Som Tum (Papaya Salad)
    Gia H.

    Food was so good! Som Tum salad was super flavorful and fresh. There were diverse flavors from the crunchy green papaya, crispy pork skin, green beans, peanuts, and tomatoes. Both Kao Soi and Tom Yum Noodle Soup were explosions of flavor - heart warming and satisfying. Kao Soi is a sweeter, heavier curry whereas the Tom Yum Noodle Soup was more sour and craving satisfying. Service was good and ambiance is cute! Would go again.

    Pineapple Curry Duck, Pad Thai Bo Ran
    Kelsey Z.

    So far, I haven't had one thing I didn't like from the menu. Authentic thai staff and presentation and food is so flavorful. Pineapple Curry Duck - not too spicy, crispy duck skin, great variety of vegetables Mango Branzino Summer Rolls - nice umami fish accompaniment to the refreshing and light rolls Crab Fried Rice - solid lumps of crab with rice Pad Thai with jumbo shrimp - so moist and unique with the way they cook the shrimp almost like a lobster Strawberry mixed drink (forgot the name sorry) - soooo easy to down quickly. It tastes like a creamy pink drink with the alc taste barely coming in

    Thai tea sundae
    Michelle L.

    We walked in for a Sunday night dinner. The space is modern and the food presentation was pretty. There's a restaurant week menu for $45, which includes an appetizer, entree, and dessert. They were out of the panna cotta. The food was fine, not amazing. The shrimp ceviche was slightly fishy. The tamarind crab curry only came with half a crab, but the soft shell crab karee came with plenty of crab. The soft shell crab got a bit soggy in the curry. I think having it served on the side would've been better. The churro in the dessert wasn't good but the ice cream was tasty.

    Anna H.

    I recommended When In Bangkok to my family, so we went there for lunch today. I informed our server about my food allergies. The ambiance was perfect for brunch and dinner dates, too. Weekday Happy Hour | Mon-Fri 11:30 AM-5:00 PM $2 Oysters Crispy Wontons: The fried wonton wrappers stuffed with fish balls were crispy and delicious. My niece loved them and kept the whole plate to herself. Tamarind Wings: The spicy tamarind sauce kicked my palate and made the chicken wings flavorful. Chive Rice Cake Daily Lunch Specials | 11:30 AM-4:00 PM Choose a starter, an entrée, and a protein. Spring Rolls + Red Curry + Jasmine Rice + Chicken Spring Rolls + Thai Fried Rice + Chicken Thai Salad with Peanut Dressing + Thai Fried Rice + Chicken I couldn't stop eating the Chicken Thai Fried Rice because it tasted scrumptious. Spring Rolls + Pad See Ew + Chicken The spring rolls stuffed with mixed vegetables were crunchy and yummy. The Chicken Pad See Ew was a little too sweet, so my mom didn't like it. Bookmark this spot to try!

    Mango Branzino Rolls and Tamarind Wings
    Julia F.

    When In Bangkok is going on my all star list of "go to" spots for any occasion. It has a fine dining aesthetic with a casual vibe that makes you forget you're in residential northern Queens. Can we take a minute here to sing the praises of their steamed sea bass? It comes to table on a burner tray to keep it steaming and seeped in a broth flavored by ginger, lime, lemongrass and assorted herbs. Digging out the pieces of cabbage underneath was like the gift that kept giving. This is a must try! I think our server was shocked at how we picked it clean, but not a bit went to waste. The Mango branzino rolls are a fun and light pop of flavor to get the digestive juices flowing, but if you're looking for a good appetizer to pair with a beer or Japanese whiskey, the Tamarind Wings are it! Just ask for extra napkins because you will be a mess. The mango sticky rice is a nice dessert for the little bit of room you might have left. It's on the tangier side of sweet with a nice nutty finish from the toasted coconut flakes on top. Perfect for sharing which we happily did.

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    Delicious food. Great service. Love the atmosphere. Would come again. Street parking nearby.

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    I am gluten free and wonder are there items i can eat?

    Yes, gluten free items are labeled on the menu. Our wait staff can also assist you with the selections.

    Do they have an event/ party menu?

    Yes, on the second floor.

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    IYKYK

    4.9
    (152 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    let's start with the bartender kurt,…read more the drinks were amazing so was the service. the fish tacos, the crispy rice, truffle fries and the oysters were so good. would i come again ? for sure. big thanks to kurt and IYKYK for the hospitality.

    It is pretty hard to find as I didnt see the name of the restaurant outside. I came by myself…read more Tonight was game 4, NY knicks swept the Cavs with a blowout. I watch the end of the game in here. Inside looks nice, booth is comfortable. Lively decoration with a spinning floating lightbulb in each table. The air is a bit stuffy though. I only ordered a burger as I heard from other reviewers that it is the best burger. It is quite tasty. Burger is on the smaller side, size of my palm. For $22, it also came with French fries. It is a bit more to the expensive side if I compare to what I will pay for a double burger and fries at Burger joint at 7th street burger. I guess i paid for the atmosphere. Service is ok. The waitress is very quiet. I dont think she spoke more than 20 words to me. Mostly nodding at my request. She did refill my water without me asking. However, she didnt bring me utensils. I had to use the toothpick that held the burger together to eat the leftover crumbs. My hands is a bit sticky and smell like barbecue sauce as a result of it. Thats why I deduct a star

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    IYKYK Double Smash Burger
dry-aged ground beef from the meat hook, bkln ny, american cheese, bbq onions w/ side of fries
    IYKYK Double Smash Burger dry-aged ground beef from the meat hook, bkln ny, american cheese, bbq onions w/ side of fries
    (left) truffle salt fries, (right) sweet potato fries

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    (left) truffle salt fries, (right) sweet potato fries
    Wabi Nori

    Wabi Nori

    4.3
    (390 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$$$

    Beautiful space! I came here for an event so there wasn't tables for seating. There was plenty of…read morehors d'oeuvres and champagne and we each had a free drink ticket. There were yellowtail, eel and California rolls. Yellowtail was my favorite. They also had a crab salad with imitation crab and was a kick from siracha. Also they had fried chicken, a jalapeño crab on rice crackers, as well as a dumpling. Everything was yummy so don't mind coming back to try a sit down dinner. Unfortunately too busy to take pics of the food but managed to take pics of the space b4 everyone showed up.

    Decided to try this place out with a friend and it was fairly good. Had their kumamoto oysters, 3…read morehandroll set and tiramisu. The oysters were lamentably my least favorite of the dishes. It was three oysters, similar to Crown Shy except I wasn't a huge fan of the flavoring here. The nigiri sauce didn't really elevate the flavor of the oysters much as they're already a slightly salty food and a soy sauce sort of just added more salt to it. I think a bit more kick was needed to enhance the flavor profile. The handroll set was pretty good, I liked the spicy tuna the best, then the salmon and then the yellowtail the least. In order, I'd probably give the spicy tuna a 9/10, salmon 8/10 and yellowtail 7/10. However, the tiramisu was fantastic, one of the best tiramisus I have had, creamy, good notes of coffee flavor and wasn't overly sweet. Our server was also very friendly, she showed us how to properly eat the handrolls which was nice. The place also has a nice vibe to it, very relaxing and not too loud or overly grand.

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    The Duo Coffee Bar

    The Duo Coffee Bar

    4.1
    (54 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    Known for delicious dessert, matcha, and unique lattes!…read more Upon searching for another matcha place in Flushing, I happened to stumble across The Duo Coffee. There are plenty of seats but during the weekends they fill up quickly. I would just recommend coming in earlier. Really enjoyed their strawberry matcha latte and banana latte. The matcha had a strong creamy flavor that complimented the strawberry flavor very well. Judging from the color, it was definitely a decent quality matcha. The hot banana latte was not too sweet and really impressed me with the taste. It wasn't artificial and was very comforting on a colder day. I also tried the oolong tea cheesecake. The texture was moist and the perfect density for a cheesecake. While the tea flavor was light, I would get it again. Excited to try out their other drinks, they also have a selection of desserts like the tiramisu that will sell out quickly.

    I was looking die a place to work for about an hour and found this cafe. It's at the corner of Main…read moreSt & Northern blvd. So a little walk necessary from the subway but worth it for the espresso drinks ands space to work. Upon arrival I was able to be nut order with the cashier. I decided on the black sesame latte and the peanut butter & banana sandwich. I wish they had a little more savory choices. While I waited I sat at the communal table to work. During the weekday is a great space to work. The wait is minimal and I received my order quickly. The latte was excellent! The espresso was smooth and therefore paired well with black sesame. The sandwich was good but nothing special. Great cafe but more savory selection.

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    The Duo Coffee Bar

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    IYKYK Forest Hills

    IYKYK Forest Hills

    4.1
    (24 reviews)
    3.6 mi

    Bday Tings! Kicking…read moreoff my bday celebrations here on a Thursday which is Ladies Night. 10 out of 10!!!! The service, the food, the drinks & the vibes. Happy Hour is until 8pm. Half off select cocktails and appetizers. $7 margaritas, martinis and mojitos all night for Ladies Night. My friends and I had Churrasco skewers, truffle waffle fries, chicken quesadillas, Churrasco quesadillas, loaded waffle fries with shrimp and sweet chili wings. Everything was good! Nothing salty, mushy or lacking flavor. Hookah is $40, cash only and $25 for a refill. The hookah was smooth and long lasting. We really had a great time here. I'll definitely be back over the summer!

    Love! I came here…read morewith one of my close girlfriends and have to say it did not disappoint! I was not sure really what to expect. I was curious if this place was a restaurant, a bar, or a lounge. I would say this place is definitely a lounge. The vibe was great, very chill and unpretentious. The drinks were on point and the food was delicious! Their menu is more finger foods and decent bites if you plan to drink. I would like to see 1 or 2 more food menu items added but everything we had was very very good. We had the sampler and it was perfect for us. The DJ was everything! The music was so good. Old school early 2000's hip hop and r&b. But I hear on any given night, the music goes to the vibe of the crowd. The service was fantastic. We had everything we needed and the wait staff was attentive. I will absolutely be coming back here! They have great happy hour during the weekdays and a brunch I want to check out. 10/10 so far.

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    Shrimp Skewers
    Grilled Churrasco Skewers
    Grilled Churrasco Skewers
    Crispy Chicken Sliders & Grilled Churrasco Skewers

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    Crispy Chicken Sliders & Grilled Churrasco Skewers
    Florist Bar

    Florist Bar

    4.6
    (30 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    A cute spacious cafe in Flushing, a short walk from the Main Street station. The furniture and…read morelighting are curated-well, centered on earthy tones & highlighting the contrast of concrete grays & soft yellow light. It is reminiscent of the design behind the trendiest cafes of Kuala Lumpur. The noise level is great if you want a quieter environment to focus and want 2010s pop music in the background. Most people on a weekend afternoon are here working. From a practical standpoint, the tables are higher than what, so get ready to sit real upright if you're going to do work here. *Seasonal caramelized banana matcha latte: 2/5. the banana flavor does not come through and texturally odd to have semi-hard banana solids at the bottom of the drink. *Molly sea salt latte: has both jasmine tea and espresso over milk, topped with a salty cold foam. 3.5/5. The jasmine is the most prominent flavor. I think this drink might benefit from less milk, so that the espresso can still come through.

    Cute cafe with a florist shop inside. I came here on a weekday afternoon with 2 friends and it was…read morepretty busy. There were lots of people sitting with their drinks, doing work, or just catching up with friends. I was able to get a small table and ordered a Pistachio Latte, which was perfectly not too sweet. My friends tried the HK sandwich and madeleines, which were just okay. I'd come back again to try their other drinks but probably not their food. Pistachio Latte 9/10 HK Style Sandwich 6/10 Madeleines 6/10 - Too thick and cakey for my liking. It tasted more like a dense cake than a light madeleine.

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    Warm tofu pudding with red bean, lychee jelly, mixed fruit jelly
    Warm tofu pudding with red bean, lychee jelly, mixed fruit jelly
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