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    Pranakhon Thai Restaurant

    4.5 (792 reviews)
    ModerateThai, Salad, Noodles
    Closed 11:30 am - 3:30 pm, 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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    Angelo B.

    Surprised this place has such high reviews. Its very standard Thai food. I ordered beef on basil fried rice + egg yolk (can't remember the name). The beef was cooked really well and was tasty, but the rice was way too salty. Fortunately they were generous with the beef. At $35 though, they probably should have been. My friend had pork over rice (lunch special), and they were really stingy with his pork. Dish consisted mainly of rice. Service was fine

    Curry Pancake
    Sarah C.

    some dishes are definitely better than others! the crispy duck was pretty dry and tough unfortunately. the soft shell crab curry was a little too sweet and pretty simple, I wish there were more ingredients. overall still many menu options!

    Garden Roll
    Peyton L.

    Was very lucky to get into this super busy Thai place and so glad we did! This is a very well-run establishment. Orders are taken and placed immediately and food is brought out quickly. Loved not having to sit around waiting. The garden roll was so fresh, bursting with veggies and the sauce it came with was really good. The pad Thai with chicken was delicious. The pad se-we's noodles we felt were slightly rubbery but by no means terrible.

    Curry Pancake
    Maria R.

    The inside of the restaurant is styled really cool with the feel of being in a different country. There is a huge space in the restaurant, which can accommodate large and small groups alike. Definitely make a reservation so you can get a table because it's popular. The lights kept flicking in and out strangely and dimming and undimming which was strange. They told us we only had the table for 1.5 hours. In my entire life and in Michelin and non- Michelin alike experiences, this was the first time I've ever been given a time limit to eat. Wild! We were a group of four and were offered sparkling or tap. When we drank the water though, they never proactively brought more, we had to ask. I ordered a super refreshing mocktail with orange in it that was better than I expected. My biggest qualm with the menu is that the spice levels were off from expected, which is sad as someone who can't tolerate much spice. Had I known things were low in spice generally, we would have actually all ordered differently. That said, everything we got ranged from excellent to good, with most things in the very good realm. Our order included: Appetizers (amazing): pork belly (not spicy), curry pancake Mains: -Pad Thai: very good -Pad Se-Ew chicken: excellent, not spicy -Short Rib Massaman: excellent, spice level warning felt fake and if I had known, I would have gotten it instead of the Se-Ew -Massaman curry: good, also not spicy Overall, already recommended this spot to friends and really enjoyed it! Solid spot that could be exceptional with a few tweaks of being more attentive to drinks, explaining the spice levels, and figuring out the lighting variations.

    Maxwell L.

    A Michelin Bib Gourmand establishment that fits comfortably in NYC's amazing Thai food scene. Food: We got various dishes family style including papaya salad, pranakhon salad, crab fried rice, khao soi haeng, pla nung manow (fish), and duck curry. The highlights were the dry khao soi, a contrast of stir fried egg noodles and hard crispy noodles in delicious, spicy aromatics and tender slices of beef, and the duck curry, creamy and gently spiced red curry with a plump juicy piece of duck on top. Flavors were hitting nicely. Another sleeper hit was the papaya salad. Not too sour or fishy, and just right. Service: Excellent Ambiance: Vibrant trendy decor calling back to its Thai street food roots. It's a beautiful space. Playful while also being respectful.

    Henry H.

    We were looking for a dinner spot close to the Drunken Shakespeare performance we would be seeing later. This spot had something for everyone -- and all of our dietary restrictions. I appreciated the gluten free and vegan options. The red curry dish was excellent, while others also enjoyed their various meals. The wait staff was incredibly efficient and pleasant. And the food was delivered quickly and was delicious. There are many Thai places to try in NYC, make sure this one is at the top of your list.

    Tony Y.

    I read that Pranakhon was amazing and figured I'd have to check it out. Located near Union Square, the restaurant itself is spacious. You really got the vibe that you were in a section of Thailand, and I guess that was the point. It was a hot day and although they had AC, the restaurant was still a bit warm. We ordered the Mama More Fire, Bamee Ped, and the Pad Krapow. To be honest, the food was just okay. It's like a 3/3.5. The service was about the same. There's nothing wrong with these dishes but they're far from the best I've had. There are better options for Thai if I'm being honest. I don't think we'll be back again. Especially when there are so many better options in the city.

    Chicken Green Curry
    Simran K.

    The craving for mango sticky rice brought us here, and the rest of the meal was a mix of pleasant surprises and a few misses. The space itself is lively, with beautifully done interiors that really set the mood for a fun dining experience. Here's what we tried: - Somtum salad (3.5/5) was enjoyable overall, though slightly saltier than I prefer. - Chicken green curry (3.5/5) had good flavor but leaned mild on spice and felt a bit light on the chicken. - Crab fried rice (4.5/5) stood out--well-executed and flavorful, though the accompanying condiment tipped a bit too salty. - Curry-paste stuffed mussels (3.5/5) had great taste, but the mussels were slightly overcooked for my liking. - Mango sticky rice (4.5/5), which lived up to expectations--while the mangoes weren't the sweetest, the dish had all the right elements and balance. While the back room we were seated in was visually stunning, the air conditioning was limited. That said, the staff was very attentive and thoughtful in bringing over a mini fan (upon request) to make things more comfortable Overall, the experience felt a bit hit-or-miss, but also left us wondering if we may have overlooked some of their standout dishes.

    Inside
    Angela L.

    We were a walk in for dinner and so we had to wait around 40 minutes. It's more spacious than what you see from the outside. The restaurant has two levels and it is very popular. This spot I believe has a bib gourmand which helps with popularity. Food wise the fish we got was the best and the pad Thai was just okay -- too salty. The service was efficient, you can only be seated for 90 minutes.

    Tofu jian
    Erica W K.

    Busy during dinner hours! Finally got a reservation to try their food. The decoration is fun and inspired by Thai elements. We got seated in a busy area and the waiters were still attentive. We ordered: - Fried taro: 5/5 - was the highlight, I'm biased because I love taro. The tofu skin is thin and crispy. The taro is well cooked. The combo works so well together. - Tofu jian: 4/5 - the steamed tofu was silky. The flavor was great. The spices were on point.

    Teresa S.

    2nd time at pranakhon and this time I came as a walk in during lunch hours. I wished the workers a happy thai new years and that went ignored and felt like the hostess were stuck up. Service wasnt good and we had to flag down someone for assistance multiple times. Kept it simple this time and got the chicken fried rice and the roast pork w egg noodles dish. It wasnt out of this world and ive had better. It was good but not great. We asked for our food to go and they took so long we just left. Wont be coming back, the customer service needs to be worked on.

    Rebecca N.

    This place had rave reviews and a Michelin rating so I was excited to try, but it was pretty mid. We tried the crab fried rice and one of the beef noodles. The crab fried rice was decent but tasted pretty standard. The beef noodles were just okay. The place was bustling, very busy on a late Thursday night. Definitely make a reservation at least a few days in advance. I don't think I'd come back unfortunately.

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    Kobe Z.

    I enjoyed the ambiance of this thai restaurant. The wait staff were all wearing motorcycle taxi uniforms and very friendly, greeting us on the way in and out of the restaurant. We tried the pork mussaman and the steamed branzino. Each dish came with a bowl of rice! From what I tasted, the mussaman is like a red curry, but more mild so it had the coconut milk and sweetness flavor aspects. The potato chunks added texture to the curry and melts in your mouth! The branzino was deboned, served with a bit of green vegetables, and the waiter drizzled more of the tangy, savory sauce upon serving the dish. Quite yummy!

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    Do they serve luch seven days a week?

    Yes they do, but during a specific time period, as they then close to prep for dinner! I'd recommend checking their website, or better yet, calling ahead of time to see what their lunch hours are!

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    Yes, they have a cocktails menu!

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    Dun Huang - C1. Fried Eggplant in Garlic Soy Sauce

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    I really really wanted to like this place and if I'm in the area I'd give it a second shot but…read morewouldn't travel to eat here. Pros: nice ambiance and the server was fantastic. Very polite. Attentive. Got us food quickly. Cons: our $6 rice ball was essentially all rice. My cold sesame noodle was a bit too salty for me. The wings were WAY too salty. To the point of almost inedible. And when I say something is salty that's saying something cause I LOVE salt. What I like others usually say is too salty and so for me to complain about salty is probably on another level for regular customers. I will say I did enjoy the cold noodles and my wife enjoyed the chicken you noodles so again it wasnt horrible but I was a bit disappointed.

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    The first time my friend brought me here, I thought the ramen didn't impress me the way a Michelin…read morerestaurant should have. But maybe because I tried the Smoke Dashi Ramen and the smoked fish oil did not appeal to me at all. I used to make it a requirement to visit Ichiran every time I came to New York, but this time I'm so glad I decided to revisit Tonchin. The noodles were thick and perfectly chewy the way I like it. And the broth was rich in a way that was almost milky, and not just a bowl of broth and salt like your typical American ramen chain restaurants. It barely knocks Ichiran off the top of my list for ramen in the US. However, as good as the chashu was, it wasn't as delicate as Ichiran does it. Nevertheless, I haven't had such an enjoyable meal in a while. #384

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