Came here on a Thursday night and the place was about 90% at capacity downstairs. I didn't go…read moreupstairs, so not sure how busy it was. But the employees were everywhere and they look to be working in unison with each other. It almost felt like a fine dining restaurant without quite the price tag. I would strongly recommend you make a reservation. The tables are not that big so you might want to think about ordering too much food. You only get 90 minutes to dine, but our server was a little generous with that time limit as there wasn't any one waiting when we left. All of the dishes we ordered was good in it's own right. The pork belly fried rice had a hint of sweetness to it. I think it might be tamarind or something. But I could totally be off based. The crispy bits of pork belly added a nice texture. It's nothing like I've ever had before. The short ribs was fantastic. Full of flavor and fall of the bones tender. The papaya salad is something that was very familiar to all of the others I've had. Very comforting. Overall, I would definitely come back here and receiving great service on top of the great tasting food was all I could have asked for.

really nice restaurant! we went here on a weekend without a reservation, and they seated us in…read moreabout 30 minutes. there is a dining maximum of 90 minutes. the menu is very expansive, with items ranging from all parts of thailand. service is fast and attentive. thai iced tea - normal, nothing unique roti and dipping curry - SO FUCKING GOODOODODODODO the roti has such a buttery flaky quality that just SOAKS up the rich curry soft shell crab - really good, deep umami flavor with a crispy exterior. lovely creamy curry that its sitting on! short rib - yummy curry and spicy! tender beef and delicious texture! overall great quality food

This Thai restaurant is beautiful inside and the staff is very friendly…read more The ink black noodles with eel sauce are memorable! The hot tea is fresh. I will be back.

My only complaint about SaiTong was my fault -- I wasn't hungry enough to really eat my fill of the…read moredelicious food there! I tried the pad thai, which was excellent -- but ended up ordering the ribs for my meal because I was craving protein. WELL. Ribs were outstanding. But there also was about 90 pounds of them! Definitely need to be shared between guests. Others ordered a fish dish -- I'm allergic, so all seafood is pretty lost on me. But they raved about it. I plan to fast for a day or two and go back. :)

I haven't been here for dinner but for a quick lunch this place is the best!…read more Slightly elevated lunch experience and a little on the pricy side but the quality is great. Everything tastes really fresh, veggies are always perfect, and their tofu is outstanding, so flavorful. The space is beautiful and I'd love to come back for dinner sometime but I'm just not in this area often for dinner. Service is also warm and friendly, super welcoming. Love the pad see ew but honestly every dish I've tried has been great.

A favorite of coworkers who hit this for lunch, popped in for a dinner celebration…read more The decor is simple and clean, liked that - seated at a table that was a little on the small side (one guy had a stool that had no back but at least was against the wall) - on a Monday night at 9p they were still busy but fit our group of six in. They had a very respectable pad see ew beef - sweet and savory, good amount of egg, a little stronger bitter broccoli but otherwise a good dish, good quantity to fill you up even though in the bowl it seemed smaller than it actually was with the rice noodle cooked well. The steamed sea bass with garlic and lime (Pla Neueng Manow) had beautifully cooked sea bass with a very nice spicy/sour/savory green garlic sauce which I'll have to try again. The fried version is supposedly very good, too, and the one person that always gets the basil fried rice had a wonderful aroma that we'll have to try again later. Mango sticky rice was a tasty dessert (although we probably didn't need the 3 orders they recommended for our table of 6), though usually like I like the purple rice version better, and came with a very cute shovel spoon. They gave a free birthday dessert of caramel delight which was ok, crumbly and sweet (I'm not a caramel fan but others liked it). Overall, good experience and solid food - while not the best Thai I've ever had, this certainly is a keeper for the Midtown East area. Will come again soon to try the lunch specials! Service was a little slow due to how busy they were, but do appreciate the birthday candle for the birthday friend!

Charoen Krung is a great option if you want to try more than the usual Thai favorites. The standout…read morefor us was the Panang Short Ribs. The meat was incredibly tender and practically fell apart with a fork, while the Panang curry was creamy, rich, savory, slightly sweet, and moderately spicy without overpowering the dish. We also enjoyed the appetizers, Pad Thai, dessert, and cocktails. Everything was presented beautifully, and the live music added a fun, relaxed energy to the evening without making it difficult to enjoy the meal. Good food, creative drinks, and a lively atmosphere--especially if you visit on a night with live music. The Panang Short Ribs alone are worth coming back for.

If you've ever needed a recommendation for amazing #ThaiCuisine in NYC, here's mine of…read more @charoenkrung_nyc Charoen Krung Thai Restaurant & Bar is one of the closest things to taking a trip to #Thailand without needing a passport or plane ticket! A quick ride on the LIRR or E Train will have you enjoying some of the best Thai food NYC has to offer. For me it all started with their Shrimp Croquettes that were fried to perfection and packed with flavor, then it was the Crispy Pork Belly, and for a second, I had to ask myself, am I in the Dominican Republic?! The crunch, seasoning, and flavor in every bite let me know immediately that they understood the crispy pork belly assignment! Let's not forget the cocktails! Each drink paired beautifully with the appetizers and dishes throughout our dining experience. Now, let's talk about the entrées. Their menu ranges from specialty seafood dishes to authentic, modern Thai cuisine. As a seafood lover, I especially appreciated the generous amount of Lump Crab meat in the Southern Crab Curry. The flavor was rich, comforting, and absolutely worth ordering. But the unexpected STAR of the night was the #TaroCustard! Who knew that the "everything bagel energy" could transfer so effortlessly into a dessert?! It was those crispy fried shallots that did it for me! If you're a true #Foodie, you already know sometimes it's that unexpected flavor assist/combination that creates pure magic on your tongue. I've had some great Thai Food Experiences in NYC but Charoen Krung Restaurant & Bar has now entered the chat as my new found favorite! The next time you're in New York City searching for exceptional Thai food, make sure to check out @charoenkrung_nyc. A true jewel of Thai cuisine in New York City! #FoodReview

Wow! The food was amazing. I was shocked at how there were many items on the menu that you would…read morenot normally find in a typical Thai menu. Of course, we opted to try things that were out of the "norm". We started with the Khun Pan Pld Fashioned (which is old fashion with a Thai tea twist), of course, Thai iced tea, soft shell crab larb (omg so mouth watering) and the Pla Muk Tod (Fried Tumeric Coconut Calamari). These were new on the summer menu and I hope they stay! The dipping sauce in the calamari was sweet, tangy and syrupy with some heat but not too sweet. It was good without the sauce but with it, made it even better. The soft shell crab larb, wow, blew us away. The crunch and heat factor with the basil "salad" was out of this world. It is definitely spicy but is soo tasty. From their "privileged" menu, we had the duck chu chee which is a crispy roasted duck in a creamy mildly spicy red curry - the duck and curry was soo bomb, super crispy and stands out from other places. Finally the Royal Thai Spiced Lamb which is grilled lamb chops with karee curry sauce, snow pea tips and roti, sooo flavorful and so good. The veggies and the lamb paired so well with the curry sauce. It was not gamey or chewy but after all the appetizers I could not finish this dish. For dessert, we did try the Khao Neaw Puak which is a taro sticky rice with coconut ice cream. Again different but I think I will pass on this next time. We loved the food and will definitely be back!

The BLUF | The Chilean Sea Bass, Pad Se-Ew, and Royal Pad Thai are reasons to come back. The prices…read moreare NYC expensive. The Vibe | Chill. Chic decor with a modern Thai style. The Service | Average. 20% automatic gratuity (for our party of five; not sure if that is standard for all). There were a lot of people bringing plates, removing plates, and at the front of the house. The Food | Por Pia Tod (3/5) was average, nothing special. Pad Se-Ew (4/5) was good and flavorful. We ordered two with shrimp and one chicken: the shrimp was a little overcooked but super flavorful. If it had something with a crunch - peanuts or otherwise - it would have been 5/5 for me. Thai Fried Rice (3/5) was just ok. Chilean Sea Bass (5/5) was cooked to perfection and it was the best tasting dish on the table, and it was the most beautiful dish. The Dranks | The Mango Sunrise was outstanding. Thai Villa...please share the recipe or please confirm what I think the ingredients are: mango puree, pineapple juice, and coconut cream. It was our third visit to Thai Villa. The two previous visit, I ordered the Royal Pad Thai which was bon appetit.

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

I came here for restaurant week 2026 for dinner because I was craving fried soft shell crab and…read morethey had it on their menu. From the second we entered until we left, service was great. They were conscious of always keeping my water filled (I was very thirsty) and the timing of the courses was great. We weren't left sitting waiting for long for the next course but we also didn't feel rushed. The portions were large and I think it was a good deal for restaurant week. My friend ordered the pork chop for his entree and it came with two large chops. Good to take back as leftovers.

Was in the area so decided to takeout from KRAAM Thai for lunch…read more Had the Crab Volcanic Egg Fried Rice which was very good - nice large chunks of crab. It probably would have been even better if I had it at the restaurant but it traveled okay. Very friendly service at pickup.

came here for dinner. They have a pretty good sized space for nyc and the prices are good as well…read more There's a bar as soon as you enter and stairs to go upstairs to more seating. Theres about 15 tables so definitely make reservations I didn't really thjnk they were so different and outstanding compared to other thai restaurants but they offer good prices and service and are probably the best in the area. The jeeb dumplings were my favorite dish here, but I also liked the larb chicken mango salad and stir fry chicken. The staff is stand out - super friendly, shout out to Jimmy! And they have great drinks I loved the flunk flink.

I never expected that it's a Thai / Vietnamese restaurant until I saw the menu. It's nyc restaurant…read moreweek so we were delighted to know that they participate to the promotion . Lunch with appetizer/main entree costs only $30. Additional fee for a dessert and drinks. They have nice selections for their fixed menu . I picked the shrimp summer roll Thai style and Vietnamese pork chop with noodle and Chinese broccoli. I have never enjoyed my meal this much. A flavorful and enticing combo meal. We skipped dessert as we are already filled up by what we got. Our server was so great. Fast and friendly. She even volunteered to take our photo. My friends enjoyed their steak as their entree and rib for appetizer. The place is pretty neat especially its second floor with lots of chandeliers all over the dining area. It's a bit dark on our section . Sears and tables are old but still showing the used to be elegance of the place. Location is at the popular restaurant row. Will come back.

Food is so good I had to take a before and after shot! Thai boat beef noodle was delicious but the…read morepad kraw pow really surprised me. The dishes were delicious with great balanced seasoning and right amount of kick. Overall the various dishes at Thonglor were all very good! Service was very attentive and ensure we had water refills and though we were outside they made sure to keep checking in on us. Ambiance was great vibe, the decor is very thoughtful with details!

Ordered takeout, was NEEDING pad thai after a night out. This didn't exactly hit the spot though…read more For being one of the most popular dishes...it's just mid. Not worth $20. The flavor is sweet with a heavy red hue to it. I typically like my pad thai on the browner side if that makes sense. The peanuts add more depth of flavor for sure but it could also use a bit of spice and should've came with a lime wedge to cut the sweetness. Great portion size though & takeout service was fast. Also beware if you don't like tofu as it comes in the eggs that they add to the dish.

A new favorite! The place we were planning to go was full and noisy, so instead we wandered around…read moreuntil, on a whim, we stepped into Sukhumvit 51. It was quiet, cool, and pleasant. Just what we needed in a busy city like NYC. But best of all was the food. I got Tofu Pad Thai (with extra peanuts) and it was a feast. We came back the next week to have it again, that's how good it was. We still talk about it! When you're walking down 51st street, keep a sharp eye out for this place; its tiny but its a gem.

Some of the best Thai curry I've had. Atmosphere was nice and drunken noodles/drinks were great too…read more:)