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    Zaab Burger

    4.3 (18 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Lily W.

    This review will strictly be for the fries as that was all I had gotten from this spot in Essex Market. I have no idea what Zaab seasoning meant but was very intrigued since I was watching the chef cook and all the food looked and smelled incredible. The fries were fried to absolute perfection in my opinion and the spices and seasoning that they were tossed in were so perfectly balanced and had just the right amount of kick that it left me wanting more. Definitely eat it while it's hot because they'll be nice and crispy. I saw an isan burger on their menu and I'd be very interested in coming back to try it!

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    Jillian B.

    My fellow burger bozo and I have had Zaab Zaab on our radar for a while now and finally had an opportunity to try it before heading to a comedy show. Ordering was seamless through the kiosk, receiving the receipt and notification that the food was ready by text. We chose to try the Isan burger and the Ka Pow. The isan burger was deliciously spicy and the Ka Pow was super flavorful. Both were cooked perfectly and delicious, though I'd say the Ka Pow was my favorite of the two. Of course, what's a burger without fries? The Zaab fries had a very unique seasoning on them, kind of limey in the best way. We got the spicy mayo for them, but honestly, they didn't need it! Another fantastic burger joint in LES!

    Ka pow burger- oily, tasteless, basil was off
    Victoria S.

    This was super gross and I got upcharged for everything. I don't know how a tiny burger with a 'double patty' and a handful of fries cost $20

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    Peggy C.

    What a great option in Essex Market! We tried the BBQ and Ka Pow burgers and both enjoyed our meals. I really liked the kick of the Ka Pow, and the holy basil really gave the burger a true Thai touch. I also appreciate that smashburgers are not that big, but if you want to make your meal more substantial, you can do so with a reasonable upcharge by doubling the patties. Prices are relatively affordable. The fries are fried perfectly-- so crispy. We opted for the Zaab seasoning, which was pretty good (if you like lime). But honestly, they fry the potatoes so well, I'm sure the regular salted version is also great. The service was friendly, quick, and helpful. Upstairs seating is clean and plentiful. Looking forward to returning!

    Krapow burger and Isaac burger
    Roger H.

    It seems like this business shifted away from your traditional Thai food offerings to smash burgers with a Thai twist, which I greatly appreciated. I got two burgers and an order of fries here for a grand total of 28.01, which is phenomenal seeing as how this is Manhattan. The krapow double burger was $11 and the issan double burger was 10 with fries coming in at around 4.50 I was ecstatic that I got that much food for this price. The flavors were good, but a little underwhelming as I felt like it didn't hit me with the usually fiery spices I'm accustomed with Thai food. That being said though, the burgers were done well and were juicy, topped with a nice potato bun this Thai smash burger was overall a very well done and tasty burger. Would definitely come back here again, but I do appreciate the fact that this food court has a nice assortment of affordable and creative foods.

    Isan Burger
    Alex T.

    Delicious burgers in Essex Market! Zaab Zaab serves Thai-inspired smash burgers for a really affordable price. I grabbed my burger and headed upstairs to the dining area. The Isan Burger comes with Thai peppers which adds great texture and a kick to your standard smashburger. The Zaab fries were well-seasoned and the order came with plenty of fries. Looking forward to stopping by again soon.

    Burger Patty topped with a Pickle.
    Theodosios C.

    Khan Jee Burger. GOOD. A Smash Burger with a different twist using Sticky Rice as Buns with a Pickle for a Topping. The Buns were formidable being strong enough to hold the Burger without falling apart. GOOD flavor profile. RECOMMEND.

    Zaab Burger Zaab Fries
    Pamela C.

    Zaab Zaab was great! I stopped by their stall in Essex Market because I had heard a lot of good things about their burger--and it was delicious! The guy at the counter was super nice. I got the Ka Pow burger with a side of Zaab fries and their spicy mayo sauce. The fries had a sour kick to them, really delicious. I like the Ka Pow burger a lot, super flavorful with a little bit of spice. Kind of a mix between a smash burger and sloppy Joe, but make the flavors Thai. Would love to come back but honestly might try a different burger.

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    Came here without expecting anything. The burgers tasted so good. Very authentic thai taste. Love them.

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    Mitr Thai

    Mitr Thai

    4.6
    (894 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    Celebrated my birthday here and no regrets! Mitr Thai absolutely lived up to the hype! The…read morerestaurant has a beautiful, modern atmosphere that's perfect for dinner with friends and family or even just because you want to eat. The service was friendly, attentive, and the food arrived quickly even they were a full house and rush lunch hour. Very quick and our server was amazing! We started with mango salad and chicken satay as these were the most popular. Their salad was purely mango with cashews and cherry tomatoes. Their chicken satay was also to die for! It was very flavorful and was perfect and went well with the salad. Their pad thai was so perfect it brought me back to when we visited Thailand few years ago. The crispy pork belly was a standout for me perfectly crispy on the outside, tender and juicy inside, with just the right amount of richness. (Reminds me of Filipino Lechon Kawali) The fresh bean sprouts, scallions, and squeeze of lime balanced everything out beautifully. The soft shell crab in creamy curry egg sauce was also a must try! And lastly, we tried their mango sticky rice!! Absolutely no words... IT WAS DIVINE!!! If you're looking for authentic Thai food with elevated presentation, generous portions, and excellent service, Mitr Thai is definitely worth the visit. I'll absolutely be coming back to try more dishes!

    Came here to eat before watching Broadway. We booked 5:00pm. When we arrived ~4:50pm there was…read morealready a line out the door waiting for them to open. I'm surprised people queued and surprised they actually lock people out. They have a policy of only seating whole parties. My friends were literally stuck amongst the world cup crowds in Times Square such that they struggled to get through and had to detour when they did. They have a 10 minute grace period, but my friends wouldn't make it in time, so I asked if they'll let us sit first as long as we start ordering immediately. They said ok as long as we returned the table by 6:30pm. I thought the 1.5 hour seating time was based on when we actually get seated which considers the grace period. Anyways the timing ended up being sufficient. I think this spot is good for pre-theatre dining due to the large storefront and quick service, but I wouldn't necessarily choose to come here for the sake of coming. Their menu is extensive and slightly confusing given the way they organize by regions in Thailand. I'm uncultured so I won't know what's the difference between each region. It's easier for me to comprehend if the menu was categorized by the ingredients used or size of the dish. Most dishes do not have a photo/drawing included so it was hard to skim through all the options. Their online ordering was way more helpful since it had photos. It was so hard to look for the corresponding line item in the printed version. We ordered: green curry, kao soy kua neur, khao mok neua, curry puff, kaeng hung lay, gai gor lae, and mango sticky rice. Most of the stuff tasted alright without much standout. We requested mild/little spicy for everything and it was true to request. The spiciest dish was probably the green curry, but I think it's tolerable if you eat it with rice. Crowd favorite was the kao soy kua neur which is braised beef with egg noodles. I like how tender the beef is and how chewy the noodles were. My friends didn't like the khao mok neua biryani because of its dryness, but I think it's meant to be like that. I appreciate the spices in it, not too strong but still sufficient. I don't like how they don't have a printed menu for desserts and relied on the servers to recite out what's available. We couldn't hear everything properly and resorted to referencing the online ordering menu for the dessert options. Glad they're the same. Mango sticky rice was the highlight of the night for me. The mango size could be slightly bigger, because right now it's much smaller than the rice. However, I enjoyed the rice a lot. It was hot, fragrant, and not too soft. It definitely felt comforting. The coconut milk on the side had rice puffs (?) in it which gave additional texture.

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    Main Dining Room
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    Short Rib Prik Kang
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    SaiTong Thai

    SaiTong Thai

    4.5
    (445 reviews)
    2.9 mi

    Delicious noodles! Came after a broadway show. Really great service and amazing Pad See Ew!read more

    I'm a Thai foodie from California and I really loved SaiTong! The restaurant was busy and I was by…read moremyself so I was happy to sit at the bar, and was attended to by the most sweet bartender ever. Very polite, professional and attentive. I first ordered the crispy spring rolls, which were very good. For my main I had the Massaman Curry. Now folks, this is my favorite curry of all time -- actually one of my favorite foods of all time -- and while it's common in LA where I used to live, it's not as common where I live now, in the Bay Area. And the restaurants that do carry it usually do not make it right and it's not very good. I am used to Massaman in the traditional preparation where it's more like a beef stew made with chunks of beef and needs to cook overnight. When done right it is the most aromatic curry ever -- it's almost like an aphrodisiac! -- and the beef comes out oh so tender. Usually if places have this curry but then offer a choice of protein, then it generally is not cooked properly, and that is actually how they prepare it at SaiTong. But because of such great reviews I decided to take a chance and try it. Well, let me tell you, it was definitely not the norm...it was absolutely delicious! I had it with chicken (they serve breast as default), and the chicken soaked up the curry really nicely. I also asked for there to be no onions, which I think alters the flavor of a curry too much. It does include the traditional potatoes and peanuts, and the potatoes were fine and cut into nice little chunks, the peanuts actually were thrown in raw.. what I think is the more traditional way which is to actually burn the peanuts a little bit, but that's okay, it didn't take down the dish any. Their brown rice is of the very dark kind, which I like, and goes so well with the curry. Service was wonderful from the bartender but was also provided by the rest of the staff and everyone was so nice. I left there feeling so satisfied, and cannot wait to go back and try some other dishes.

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    Bar area
    Chicken Satay
    Chicken Satay
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    Sabai Thai

    Sabai Thai

    4.3
    (623 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$$

    The first thing you'll notice is how beautiful the space is. Gorgeous interiors, a warm atmosphere,…read moreand genuinely friendly hosts made for a great first impression. We started with the curry puffs and satay buns, both of which were easy wins. No complaints, I would happily order them again. The Khao Soi was the highlight of my meal. Rich, comforting, and packed with flavor. I love when restaurants get this right. They also do super thin noodles in the khao soi which is a plus for me. I also tried a little bit of the crab fried rice which was also incredible. I also ordered the lychee mocktail. The drink itself was fairly average, but it came with a lychee mochi that completely stole the show. I honestly enjoyed the mochi more than the drink itself. Overall, this is just good, no-nonsense Thai food. Nothing feels overly gimmicky. The restaurant focuses on solid flavors, a beautiful space, and warm hospitality. I'd happily come back to work my way through more of the menu.

    It was very easy to make a reservation. The ambiance and decor were so romantic and cozy. We…read morestarted off with the drinks. I ordered a delicious lychee Martini. For appetizers, we ordered the Sate, curry puff, chicken dumpling and shrimps. Everything was on point. The main course was the shrimp dish, chicken and tofu panang was our favorite. The fried rice and pad tai were just about okay. We ended the night with free celebration dessert my loved ones birthday celebration

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    Sabai Thai
    $16: curry puff
    $16: curry puff
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    Obao

    Obao

    4.0
    (4.5k reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$$

    Wow, every dish so good. Thought it would be less specialized bc they serve both Thai and…read moreVietnamese dishes but flavors were very clean and strong. - Drunken noodles: not too greasy, might be the best drunken noodles I've had. Medium spice was not spicy at all for us. - Duck curry: a bit small on the portions but the curry is magical. Was scraping this plate clean. - Bo luc lac: star dish for sure. Beef melts on your tongue and the marinade is slightly sweet and smoky. - Summer rolls: small portions but the flavor is there. Super refreshing and special bc they pickle the vegetables inside. - Crispy pork belly: reminds me of the crispy pork I had in Vietnam. Really well done, pairs well with the lettuce and herbs. That green sauce is so addicting. - Papaya salad: super refreshing, nice fish sauce. - Crab fried rice: reminds me of the din tai fung fried rice bc of how clean the flavor is. Great dim ambiance for a date or dinner out. Definitely coming back soon.

    Came here on a thursday evening around 7:30 PM with a reservation for 2, but it wasn't too busy, so…read moreI would say a reservation isn't super necessary. It was a quiet and nice spot to catch up with a friend. The service was also great, as the food came out quickly and they were very attentive with refilling our waters. We each got the pho bo, which was about $28 after tip and tax. I liked the meats in the soup a lot, and the broth was tasty. The noodles did clump together quite a bit though, so it felt like they weren't the most fresh.

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    Obao
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