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    Fish Cheeks

    4.4 (2k reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
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    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!

    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!

    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.

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    Megan Y.

    Came here on a saturday at noon with a reservation for 3, and still needed to wait in line for a little while. However, once we were seated, the staff were very timely and attentive. The restaurant was very bright and colorful with lots of natural lighting, and wasn't too loud. We decided to order the selection for two, selection 1. Despite the name, it was a lot of food even for three of us. Our favorite was definitely the whole steamed fish. The fish was delicately cooked, and I really enjoyed the herbs and lime in the broth. I also really enjoyed the zaab wings, which had great spice and crunch. The crab fried rice paired very well with the sauces too. I found the other two dishes less memorable. The duck curry was a little oily and sweet, and the duck was a bit tough, so that was our least favorite dish.

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    Ariel D.

    I remember when Manhattan's Thai food scene was as bad as it's Mexican food scene. But Fish Cheeks was incredible, aside from having to ask for a bowl of rice three times. TONGUE & CHEEK: 5/5. The soft egg white, the sweet lychee, the nutty toasted sesame. Yes. SOM TUM CORN SALAD: 5/5. Sweet, tangy, spicy, crunchy, fresh. This dish made me understand corn. RAAWAENG DUCK CURRY: 5/5. Name a duo more iconic than lemongrass and coconut. I'll wait. The duck was perfectly pink, juicy, and tender. 30 DAY DRY AGED BEEF KRAPOW: 5/5. I could taste the char. Smoky, savory, salty. The fried duck egg on top is obviously not optional. STEAMED BRANZINO: 5/5. When I tell you every. Single. Table. Had this. The fish was silky. The broth was zesty. It fixed problems I didn't know I had. I have high standards and bad memory (which is why I write these reviews), but I will remember the late lunch I had with my besties here forever.

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    Lucy M.

    More of a 4.5 than a true 5 but the food was excellent so giving it a 5 here. Spice level is no joke, we had runny noses and the sweats from the two-chili-pepper dishes that we ordered, haha. I'm a little sad all the whole fish dishes were too cilantro-forward for me (a cilantro hater) to try, but the pad kra pao and the crab curry were excellent. Morning glory side was also delicious. Our favorite of the night was definitely the pork cheek starter though, so tender, juicy, and flavorful - a must order for sure. Complementary shrimp chips were pretty stale unfortunately, so that's something that could be improved upon. Portions are quite big! We took leftovers home for lunch during the week. Service was attentive, would love to come back with a larger group some time to try more things on the menu.

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    Ted C.

    Dropped by for a quick lunch with my friend upon their recommendation since we were In the area and fish cheeks did not disappoint. We ordered the somtum corn salad, grilled pork cheeks, and the coconut crab curry. The latter of the two stuck out most to me not only for the cook but also the flavor. The pork was tender and paired with their sauce and the coconut crab curry was rich and buttery and came with a good portion of crab. I'd definitely recommend if you're in the area and even more so during their happy hour

    Fried Fish with garden herbs, crab fried rice and butterfly pea flower limeade
    Celeste B.

    I learned about this restaurant when I attended the Complex food fest. They have some of the most delicious Thai food options. My favorite dish is their crab fried rice - it's amazing! The staff were friendly and the restaurant decor was nice. The food is pricy compared to other Thai restaurants but it's definitely worth it.

    HH Dozen ($22)
    Elena N.

    Date: Thursday, March 5th, 2026 Time: around 4:30pm Party of: 3 Meal: Happy Hour - everyday 12pm to 5pm *HH Dozen ($22) *HH Nam Gin Martini ($14) x2 *HH Spicy Mango ($14) *HH Cremant de Bourgogne, Burgundy ($12) x3 *HH 'Muscadet' Domaine de la Geraudrie, Loire ($12) *Corn Salad ($15) *Rice Salad ($18) *Wings ($18) *Pacific Baby Prawns ($18) *Chp chili ($1.50) *Tax ($16.18) We were meeting up a girlfriend and I think she suggested Fish Cheeks. She got here first and grabbed a table for the three of us. The HH isn't bad. The cocktails were a little weak for me - very sweet and juicy, so I switched to bubbles afterwards. Food wise, I was pescatarian at the time, so only tried a few items. The oysters were standard, tho I find it weird they charge you for hot sauce. I'm guessing that was the $1.50 charge listed above since they gave us peppers instead. The prawns were crispy and had good flavor. Service was fine. Our server was attentive and friendly. It was earlier on a weekday and rainy, so the vibe was very chill. The space is very colorful as well. Going to the restroom is like playing roulette. There is one on each side (or maybe two) so it's a gamble as to which one you think will free up first since they are on opposite sides of the resto. Fun spot for HH. REVIEW #4019

    Anthony P.

    Finally tried Fish Cheeks after having been on my list for so long. I will preface this by saying I am typically disappointed by Manhattan Thai food. I find it oftentimes to be overpriced, coming with a lot of bells and whistles and lacking in flavor compared to Little Thailand in Queens where I grew up. This place is an exception! From beginning to end everything was excellent. The pork belly was the perfect temperature of warm, tender, a bit acidic/sour (YUM), and so delightful. I can see why many reviews recommend it. The crab curry was so nice and clean and fresh. The crab was so tender, and the curry strong, and went beautifully with the rice. It's actually such a sleeper hit, and we added it onto our order last minute. The steamed branzino was delicious, too - tender, limey, sour, sweet, a little heat - it's got everything!! And it tasted so so clean. Beware! There are tiny fish bones, so be careful as you're eating it. The dessert was good too, and very authentic.

    Jack F.

    Hiked through the cold to Fish Cheeks at 4:30 PM on a Saturday without a reservation and got a table, conditioned on leaving by 5:15 PM. Seating is cozy, and booth tables are pretty snug. We ordered the corn salad, crispy rice salad with pork, and chicken wings. The corn salad came out fast and was great. The wings were amazingly crispy with a sweet umami dusting. The crispy rice salad was good, though a bit salty, so we added jasmine rice. Overall, it was a great meal, and I can't wait to return when we're not in a rush to try more of the menu!

    Hisa V.

    Really tasty and cute place. Staffs are friendly. Feels like little over price, but thinking of location , can't help.

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    Christine J.

    Fish Cheeks is, without question, the absolute best Thai restaurant in NYC. Every single dish feels like you're experiencing a completely new flavor for the very first time and the staff and service are top notch! I've been back several times now and have tried at least eight different dishes, and somehow each one has been just as incredible as the last. The menu is adventurous, bold, and perfectly balanced. I honestly don't think it's possible to take a bite here without doing a little happy food dance. If you're looking for a restaurant that constantly surprises and impresses you, Fish Cheeks is it. This is one of those rare places where every visit somehow tops the last. An absolute must-visit for anyone who loves amazing food.

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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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