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    Fish Cheeks

    4.4 (2.1k reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Ashley P.

    Went here while I was visiting NYC and in the area. The place was packed and I didn't get to sit at the table, but the bar area was nice and I was by myself. The meal came with free shrimp chips. The coconut curry was wayyyyy too spicy and it did not come with any vegetables. It felt a little underwhelming and did not have a lot of meat. It felt like it was just curry sauce, but as a soup. The marinated raw crab was tasty, but I wish it came with rice or something. The cocktail Melon e melon was tasty; very different than any type of cocktail I ever had.

    Neel K.

    Portion sizes are quite small considering the price! I think the black ink calamari was very good but sadly very very small considering the price. It had a super nuanced flavor though and was a really interesting bite each time. Its salty, then umami, then creamy. Very gorgeous presentation.

    Zabb Wings - Delicious!
    Dennis G.

    Fish Cheeks in NoHo is my go-to destination for high-end, innovative Thai food in New York City. The restaurant takes a decidedly contemporary approach to Thai cuisine, with a menu that highlights bold regional flavors rather than the familiar, standardized dishes found at many American Thai restaurants. The happy hour menu is excellent, and the cocktail program is equally creative. On my most recent visit, I tried the Nam Gin Martini--unusual, beautifully balanced, and delicious. If you're dining solo, I recommend sitting at the bar, where the talented bartenders are happy to offer excellent mixology advice. There are several dishes I especially recommend. The Zabb Wings are crispy fried chicken wings tossed in a spicy, tangy dry rub of toasted rice powder, chili, lime, and mint. They're intensely flavorful and highly addictive. The Steamed Whole Fish is another standout: a whole branzino swimming in a vibrant, intensely aromatic broth of fresh chili, lime, mint, garlic, and culantro. The pork belly with chili and garlic is another dish worth ordering if you're looking for something rich, spicy, and deeply savory. Fish Cheeks was founded in 2016 by Thai immigrants--brothers Chef Ohm and Chat Suansilphong, along with Jenn Saesue and Pranwalai Kittirattanawiwat. The restaurant was born from their frustration with the homogenized "one-page" menus that dominated American Thai dining, which often centered on sweeter, standardized dishes such as Pad Thai and Massaman curry. Even the name reflects the restaurant's philosophy. The fish cheek is considered one of the most tender, flavorful, and prized parts of the fish in many Asian culinary traditions. When Fish Cheeks opened at 55 Bond Street, the team famously adopted a strict "no Pad Thai" policy, encouraging diners to explore regional Thai specialties and seafood dishes such as crab curries and whole steamed fish. It was a bold gamble that paid off, earning critical acclaim, including recognition from The New York Times. In 2022, Executive Chef Dustin Everett, formerly of Momofuku Ssam Bar and Pig & Khao, took over the kitchen, introducing seasonal dishes while preserving many of the restaurant's signature favorites. The experience extends beyond the food. Fish Cheeks plays contemporary Thai pop music, giving the restaurant a lively, distinctly modern atmosphere. It feels energetic without losing its connection to Thai culture. One important thing to know: this is not the restaurant for you if you're looking for Pad Thai. Fish Cheeks is about pushing beyond the familiar and discovering the bold, complex flavors of Thai regional cooking. The restaurant is popular, especially during peak dining hours, so reservations are highly recommended. Sitting at the bar for a cocktail and a few dishes or settling in for a full meal with friends, I always find Fish Cheeks to be one of my favorite places in NoHo for adventurous, sophisticated Thai food.

    Prawn Karee
    Ashlee L.

    Finally got to try fish cheeks after having it on my want to try list for too long, and it did not disappoint! The flavor of everything was amazing especially the manila clams with sweet basil. Unfortunately, the clams did have some sand though, and they were a bit small. We also tried the coconut crab curry, and the flavor was soooo delicious. I really liked the spicy kick. It is salty alone, so make sure to get a side of jasmine rice :) The prawn karee surprised me the most. It was sooo good. The prawns were huge and tasty, and this is saying a lot because it was a rare occasion where I enjoyed prawns!! (They're usually not worth peeling...). I liked how they added egg and onion in their sauce, and the sauce was actually divine. Not too salty, yet not too bland, quite perfect. It wasn't busy on a Wednesday around lunch time :) Cute interior and seating inside!

    Alex M.

    Overall: 5 stars Saw an unbeatable Uber Eats promo that was BOGO Pad See Ew so of course I had to try. Pad See Ew - Comes off very well with the essence of the wok and all the correct flavorings of sweet soy and fixins of chinese broccoli. There is a subtle spiciness that persists and intensifies likely from an abundance of pepper powder, which makes theirs distinct. The pork is appropriately fatty to add a delicious tender flavorfulness to the dish. Food: +1 Presentation: E Price: +1 Insta/Yelp/Beli: @amei_eats Insta/TikTok: @ameizing.race

    Red Snapper
    Ingrid C.

    Came here for restaurant week and was super excited to try some of the popular menu items... - Calamari, (4/5): was lightly fried, and there was a sweet sauce drizzled on top which was not my favorite, and made it a bit less crispy - Zabb Wings, (4/5): the dusting on this chicken was really nice, but it was on the dry side. it reminded me of salt and pepper wings - Crispy Pork Belly with Garlic and Chilli, (4/5): very generous portion size! I took it with my back home. while it was def crispy, as defined by its name, it 100% needed sauce to bring more juice in - Red Snapper, (4/5): it was very nicely seasoned and fried, but once again, a tad bit in the dry side. Not spicy at all despite the intimidatingly large amount of chilies, and is good with rice - Pandan Ice cream with Sticky Rice, (4.3/5): pretty satisfying not too sweet dessert- I wasn't sure what it was exactly, but the chewy mochi bits were really delicious I definitely think I had some expectations coming in from all these reviews which were not met, and was surprised by how many fried options the menu had. I think the experience would've been elevated if the dishes weren't too too dry.

    Oysters
    Alana K.

    I came here for lunch with my dad on a Monday afternoon. Since we came during happy hour, we decided to share a dozen oysters. They were served with fried garlic and a nam jim jaew sauce. While the oysters were a bit small, they tasted fresh and sweet. We also ordered the pork cheeks and the coconut crab curry. Both dishes were delicious. The curry was SPICY. Service was great and there is outdoor seating, too! I would come back in a heartbeat.

    Steamed Fish, Coconut Crab Curry
    Jessica N.

    Came in for lunch at 12:30pm on a weekday reservation, there was no wait time for us but we did notice a line forming by the end of our meal. We shared the Steamed Branzino and Coconut Crab Curry with an additional rice bowl between 3 people, and it was enough to fill us for lunch. The steamed branzino's fish sauce, lime, and spice flavor combination was perfect and the texture was so soft. The coconut crab curry was amazing too, it wasn't fishy or heavy as some curries can be. All of this with rice rounded out the meal. I'm still thinking about it days later - I would definitely come back and try the other dishes!

    Katey G.

    It's shameful it's taken me so long to eat at Fish Cheeks. Thai is one of my favorite cuisines, and Fish Cheeks is one of those restaurants that reminds you why. I'd be pressed to find better Thai food in Thailand. As the name implies, this menu is seafood centric with a few pork options. We ordered the pork jowls, larb, mussels, crab fried rice, crab glass noodles, crab curry (sorry, we love crab). Larb, so good. Loved the crispy pork and sausage with cabbage wrap. The bbqed mussels had incredible flavor with a tasty curry dipping sauce. Jowl was tender, fatty, with a fresh fish sauce. Crab fried rice, excellent. Crab curry, very tasty. Crab glass noodles, sooooo good - must order! Overall Fish Cheeks is everything and more. I can see why this restaurant has remained so popular since opening years ago. Five stars!

    Khoi N.

    What an incredible Thai experience. This was our first time and definitely cannot wait to go back. The service was amazing and the dishes we ordered were like none other. The crab noodles were amazing alongside the pork salad we had. We cannot wait to try their other items!

    Amanda L.

    Great spot for seafood forward Thai food. Came here on a Sunday for lunch with a reservation - they open at 12p so everyone was already waiting outside for doors to open. People were seated quickly with a few walk ins waiting outside but the space is big. We got the wings, coconut crab curry, crab fried rice, and whiting fish summer seasonal item. Everything comes out when it's ready and is shared family style. The wings were crispy and zesty, curry had a good kick to it although a small serving and the crab fried rice was delicious. The fish was also very fresh. Highly recommend this spot!

    Mia H.

    Came here during their dinner service and thought that it was great. They have both indoor and outdoor seating and the space is pretty contemporary with inspiration from the sea and ocean. Although the host was a bit rude, our server, Griffin, was absolutely amazing and the sweetest. Their menu draws inspiration from lots of seafood and has fewer options in comparison to many other Thai spots in the city. We got their crispy rice salad with pork and their coconut crab curry to share. I would say that they do not hold back on their spice here. Plenty of flavors and so fresh. Portions are a bit on the smaller side, and it's definitely a bit on the pricier side. Although it was nice to try and pretty good, I think there are other Thai spots in the city that I prefer.

    Coconut Crab Curry Steamed fish
    Sarah H.

    Popular place with a very strong menu! We got what seemed like their most praised dishes ( steamed fish and crab curry) and were very happy with how punchy and flavorful they were. I will say their oysters were on the smaller and brinier side but still tasty. Drinks were also great! The atmosphere is more casual than I expected in a good way. Service was wonderful, they watched and paced our dishes well. They have a new happy hour which I NEED to be come back for.

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    How long should I plan for dinner?

    1.5 hours max... not really a lingering type of place. It will take that long to get a drink & your food

    Is it realistic to eat outside in their dinning shed in January?

    Greetings! Our outdoor seating is heated and covered, and we are able to provide blankets as needed. However, it all depends on the weather and temperature outdoors. Most days are quite comfortable in the outdoor booths.

    What is the happy hour here?

    12pm-3:30pm & 5pm-6pm

    Is the bar on a first come basis or reservations required?

    Greetings. Bar seating is first come. However, if you are interested in bar seating as a reservation, you can include it in your notes and we will do our best to accommodate that request.

    Hi, I have an amex gift card that's loaded onto my phone. Would it be possible to pay with tap to pay? (Apple/Android Pay?)

    We do have tap to pay for in person transactions.

    Is anything on your menu gluten free?

    Hello. At the moment there are only a few items that have gluten and cannot be modified, however most of our menu is GF. Thank you for your inquiry!

    Are there heaters/heat lamps for the outdoor seating? Have an outdoor reservation for tomorrow.

    Looking forward to having you join us. Any outdoor reservation spot available on RESY.com is for a heated booth, however we do keep sidewalk seating available for walk ins if outdoor is desired.

    Do I need to show my vaccination card if I take a outdoor seating?

    No, you only need your vaccination card for indoor dining

    Can you provide us with the summer 2021 NYC Restaurant Week menu? Understand it's for Tahoe our only. I do not see it in Instagram or anywhere else. Thank you?

    We are currently working on a pdf of the menu to post. Until then, please take a look at any delivery/take out platform we are on, and look for the Restaurant Week menu there. We are currently live Monday to Friday.

    Is the lunch menu the same as the dinner menu?

    Yes, at the moment the menu is the same for both lunch and dinner.

    Is the outdoor seating covered?

    When we were there over the winter, there was covered seating against the facade plus also a covered structure along the sidewalk.

    Is it super busy on Saturday evenings? Should I/do I need to make a reservation?

    First time i went was on a Saturday. It was packed. Reservations were made upon arrival.

    Why are reservations only possible on the weekends and not the weekdays on Resy?

    That's not true. It's for everyday of the week

    Sit down dining? Can we call to make a reservation?

    They don't take reservations by phone but keep an eye out about two weeks out for them. They have indoor and outdoor dining. Outdoor dining has heaters and indoor dining is at 25% capacity with dividers between diners. All in all, felt safe eating… 

    Do they have alot of vegetarian options?

    Yes, I recall they had a Vegetable Green curry that is made with eggplants and cauliflower.

    What kind of crab do they use?

    Definitely blue crab.

    Is there long wait time without rsvp?

    Yes the wait time can be significant. The restaurant is fairly small so tables get taken fast. The food is delicious and well worth the wait if you have time. But i highly highly recommend making a reservation.

    Do they have high chair?

    I have never encountered babies or children under 2 in my 3 visits. Maybe because some things to eat are slightly spicy

    Can i only order side dishes for to go?

    Yes you can

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