What a cute place! The service is incredible and the food is really good. Highly recommend!

Food ! A 10 Service 10 Ambiance homie ! Cozy, clean and neat so good ! Enjoyed it very much read more

The Buffs - So GOOD ! We had Thai tea, mango salad, Rangoon , chicken curry !! Delicious service great place is clean ! Great little hidden gem ! - Thai Near Me - Long Island City, New York

Came here for dinner on a weeknight and the place wasn't busy which was good - they didn't have a lot of space so we were lucky with our party of 5 given they didn't have a lot of tables to accommodate us. Menu had a selection of dishes and we ended sharing a few family style to start. Prices were fair and portions were surprisingly good with tasty food. We didn't leave stuffed, but enjoyed the meal nonetheless - service was solid and the decor added to the ambiance in a positive way! I wouldn't mind coming back if in the area again for some Thai food. Loved the chive pancake in particular, but their curry was great as well. Thanks, The Buffs! read more

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Cutest little hidden ! Came here after church with a friend. Heads up no restrooms and you have to ring the doorbell and wait to be let in. I had the pad Thai with chicken and added shrimp, and a lychee tea. My friend had a curry noodle soup. We both loved our food and I loved the tea! Most importantly, we didn't feel gross after eating. It's so amazing when you can have a full meal and because it's made with real ingredients, you feel fueled after not gross. The customer service was amazing, the girl was soo sweet and so fast and attentive. The menus are accessible via QR codes which I loved bc it left more space on the table read more

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Delicious and quick service. Don't miss the epic Nas mural around the corner. The restaurant looked closed, but when you ring the bell they let you in. The hand clothes to get clean are a nice touch. If I'm ever in the neighborhood again, I'll stop by. read more

The Buffs - Thai Near Me - Long Island City, New York

I loved the food at The Buffs! It's definitely a hole-in-the-wall and you have to ring a doorbell in order to enter. It seems they're used to more takeout orders, but they have a really cute seating area inside and I was the only one in the small restaurant. Service was ran by one woman and she was very sweet. I ordered the larb and pad see ew. The larb came out first and was a pretty generous portion. Fresh veggies, large slivers of onion, and pork tossed in a tangy, sweet, spicy sauce. Delicious and the perfect compliment to my noodles. I was actually brought out the pad thai, but I like that too so not really complaining, especially since the dish was so good. The noodles are chewy and the sauce is savory and balanced. The fried tofu in the dish was good too. You can tell everything is freshly made. Food was delicious and service was great. I'll definitely be back if I'm ever in the area. read more

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Sad to write this with all of the other good reviews. Second time ordering takeout from this place. Unfortunately the portions of the two dishes we ordered were TINY. I usually always have a good amount of leftovers, but I finished and was still hungry. Disappointing. read more

Cute dine in restaurant in Astoria /Long Island near the Windham by Windgate. Extensive.menu prepared fresh from scratch Thai food. We were intrigued with the Buffs Surprise, that comes with 1 appetizer, 1 Curry dish, 1 entree and a drink, for 2 people. This was a very special treat. The starter was perfect balance of coating and veggie. The Curry had a wonderful zesty flavor with just the right balance of sweet and sour. The beef was tender and the green pepper and carrots slices adorned with the sauce was wonderful. Our server, the chefs wife was very helpful in her recommendations We also enjoyed our homemade Bobba Sodas, one a Mango delight, the other a fantastic blueberry. This is the place to dine if you're in the area!!! read more

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Incredible service -- the best I've experienced in New York -- and delicious food. When my boyfriend asked for ice, they gave him a small tub full. I've gone here multiple times and never had a bad experience read more

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Late night at a hotel in Long Island City , Queens & we decided to check out this place, very small location that seats under 19 people, almost feels like eating in someone's covered back yard that serves delicious food that few people know about. Location is small, hidden away but cozy, felt like we were in a backyard cafe in BangRak Thailand. The owner & hostess was ridiculously pleasant & made us feel very welcomed from the moment she opened the door to let us in. We started with some coconut soup & crab Rangoon both of which were really flavorful & delicious, the chicken Satay seem to have baking soda & as not impressive to me but the peanut sauce that it came with was really great & carried it, the Drunken Noodles were 10/10 delicious & done perfectly, the Mango Sticky Rice was almost exceptional given my lowered expectation that the mango would have been average for the time of year but it wasn't, my only issue was that it was a tad bit sweet but I am overly sensitive to sweet so that may have just been me but I would definitely recommend it & order it again. All the ingredients, especially the vegetables were fresh, flavorful & crunchy. This place seem like the secret grandmothers kitchen that serves up authentic home style food in small batches that would lose its essence if scaled up, I love it & would recommend the Buffs many times over & will definitely revisit & add to my list of authentic & great Thai food. read more

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It was amazing went to New York for a vacation highly recommended this spot it has amazing Thai food everything we ordered was exceptional all the of the family loved it and the waitress was super nice and friendly read more

Very nice place and cute decor. Service is friendly and attentive . Food was good . Freshly made read more

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Really really good food! I was impressed by how fresh and well made the crispy duck was. The waitress was super friendly and pretty attentive , although she was the only one taking care of all takeouts and dine ins. Would highly recommend! read more

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You have to ring the doorbell, but once you do they will open the door and it's a really cute and small space! They have a few tables for seating but they get a lot of take out orders. We got the Tom Yum Soup and the Vegetable Spring Rolls to start with and they were both really delicious!! The pad Thai with chicken was very average - it was a bit dry. read more

The Buffs - Vegetable Spring Roll - Thai Near Me - Long Island City, New York

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Love the presentation of food, cutesy and bohemian decor and friendly service here! It looks like a family business catering Thai food at a reasonable price. A small yet perfect spot for a quick fix when craving for simple Thai food. read more

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Adorable little Thai spot next to Queensbridge with budget- and vegetarian-friendly lunch specials. There are always plenty of seats for weekday lunchtimes. The decor is kitschy and it's definitely no-frills, but the food is presented nicely and it's so yummy! read more

The Buffs - So cute and totally empty on a weekday at 1:45. Lunch special is only $12! - Thai Near Me - Long Island City, New York

Everything about this place is perfect. When you enter through the (locked) door at the entrance, at first black curtains surround you but pushing through them uncovers a small, surprising interior. You notice that everything is wondrously decorated and the space provides a comforting escape from the cold weather outside. I got the green curry with tom yum soup and was amazed by the size of portions - larger than any other thai lunch place I can remember, and I had no complaints about taste either. The quality and presentation of food along with the spotless interior decor really communicated to me how much love they put into the restaurant and the dining experience they try to provide for every customer. I felt very at home with how attentive and accomodating the staff were and the generous portion sizes certainly didnt hurt. Another patron even asked them for an iPhone charger which they happily provided and were able to give her seating closer to the outlet. When I exited they even said goodbye from the kitchen! My only regret is not visiting sooner but I'll definitely be back soon. Only downside may be that they have no restroom. read more

The Buffs - green curry + tom yum soup (lunch special) - Thai Near Me - Long Island City, New York

(Overall: 85% | B) - Overall, the service was satisfactory and the shop itself is a tiny and cute one. After a long red eye, the first meal I had in LIC was here and was relatively satisfied! (Pad Thai: 95% | A) - I was very satisfied with this Pad Thai as it has all the forward and pronounced flavors I'm looking for in the dish. The noodles and meat were both properly cooked. The presentation and portion size are both more than satisfactory too! (Tom Kha: 70% | C) - I was expecting this soup to be a little more spicy, which as a result made the soup too sweet. The addition of tomatoes is interesting, but there was too much onion in the soup. IG: @amei.eats read more

The Buffs - Pad Thai. 5 stars. IG: @amei.eats - Thai Near Me - Long Island City, New York

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They completely forgot to salt the noodles. A Thai restaurant that lacks flavor is ... something. On top of that, found hair in my food. read more

The food is wonderful and the service is great. It is a cozy little restaurant with cultural decorative flair. You can tell the owners, who are cooking and serving, take great care and pride in their locale. Plus, if the NYPD are getting takeout, you know it's good! read more

I would have never gone here by the looks of it outside but the food was delicious!! We had curry and a shrimp dish with a great sauce. The service was great b read more

Decent Thai spot in the area - downside is they don't rly have a public bathroom, if you ask them they will still allow you to use their private bathroom Spacing is a bit small - can fit about 14 people Menu is very wide verse and was very surprised that they had lad na Lad na 3.5/5: gravy sauce a little too thick for my liking - classic lad na overall Kra pao kai sub tray for 2 people 4/5: pretty big portion and tasty and comes with soup. It's minced chicken with basil sauce, peppers and string beans and my fave is the fried egg. Actually never had a fried egg like this before and that was the best part!! Didn't really like the veggie soup tho - kind of had a celery taste to it that made me not enjoy it read more

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Go to take out Thai!! I've always LOVED their food specifically yellow curry noddle soup, laksa, pad Thai, som tum salad. I love shrimp summer roll and they stuff theirs but I feel like something is lacking... still good tho! Ive been here once in person and just the vicinity of the restaurant could get a little sketchy plus they don't have a bathroom for customers so by the end of the meal I needed to leave really bad :( It is a cute place with great service. Nonetheless, I stuck to getting this place through takeout and they're very quick and efficient and their food is just over-the-top amazing read more

The Buffs - Summer Shrimp Roll, Yellow Curry Noodle Soup (medium spicy), Green Papaya Salad with Pickled Fish Sauce - Thai Near Me - Long Island City, New York

I almost don't want to share this place because it's that good! This small, family-run Thai restaurant is hands down one of the best I've been to. Despite being in a rough neighborhood, the moment you step inside, you're met with warm hospitality and the food that speaks for itself. Every dish was packed with authentic flavors and the perfect balance of spice. The portions were generous without breaking the bank. The service was beyond welcoming--attentive, kind, and truly appreciative of their customers. If you love supporting hardworking small businesses and enjoy amazing Thai food, this spot is a must-visit. Can't wait to go back! read more

My family and I literally just ate here half an hour ago and it was a terrific experience!! The young lady who welcomed us in after we rang the doorbell to get in was also our server, and she was incredibly friendly and attentive . There were five of us in our party and we ordered crispy veggie rolls, steamed veg dumplings, steamed pork dumplings, chive pancakes, basil fried rice, ground chicken lettuce wraps, and Thai iced coffee. Everything was absolutely DELICIOUS!! We're from the Hartford area in CT, and sadly we have yet to find a Thai restaurant of this caliber anywhere near us. If we're ever in the area again, we'll absolutely be coming back to The Buffs!!!! read more

Recommended by my hotel. Food was excellent and service was great. The owner serves you. It's a tiny place with only a few tables and you have to buzz to get in the door as the neighborhood is a bit sketchy. I was staying at a hotel nearby and walked a few blocks to get there early evening- no problems at all. If you're in the neighborhood or in delivery distance, definitely try them out. read more

I went for an early dinner on a Sunday around 5:30 PM. The restaurant was empty when we first got there but filled up later in the evening. You have to ring a doorbell to enter and they open the door for you. The inside is small but there is space between the tables. The service was great and the waitress was very friendly! I ordered the pad thai which was okay and we also got the roti ice cream dessert. read more

The Buffs - Roti with Vanilla Ice Cream - Thai Near Me - Long Island City, New York

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Delicious food- salads are always fresh and crispy, noodle dishes are perfectly spiced and the sticky rice is well cooked! Definitely a place to visit or order from in LIC! read more

I got the lunch special here - Excellent Pad Thai (I could tell it was done well), crispy vegetable spring rolls, and Fried Ice Cream for dessert (see pic). The owners are really nice and super inviting too! Give this place a try! read more

The Buffs - Fried Ice Cream - Thai Near Me - Long Island City, New York

Came here on a Sunday afternoon. Small little place but food was so amazing and flavorful It seems like a family owned small little thai restaurant. The woman serving us was really nice and friendly. The pad this noodles were my favorite, will definitely come back. You need to ring the bell in order to get in Little gem in the Long Island, definitely a must try. read more

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My friends and I found this place randomly and so glad we did. It was one of those small spaces that could actually fit a good amount of people without it being overcrowded. The style inside was fun and inviting. The server was so kind and the chef as well. My friends and I drink so much water so the part of the server constantly paying attention to fill our waters was amazing. Now let's talk about the food. I didn't get pictures of everything but wow the reviews we read before did it justice. Loved everything we ordered: vegetable spring rolls, chive cakes, chicken vegetable soup, vegetarian red curry, and chicken massaman curry. This place is great for anyone that needs options like vegan or vegetarian in your group of friends. There is something for everyone and it can definitely be your go to Thai spot. The prices are pretty amazing for NY too! read more

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This little hidden gem in Long Island city is a hit! They had great reviews so we s decided to give it a try and we loved it! The drunken noodles is my favorite dish so i order this everywhere i go and this was honestly one of the best flavors I've ever had. The medium spice level was just right. A little heat but not too bad. The Basil fried rice was also tasty. You can tell it was with a wok which plays a big part in the flavor. The service was quick. The place is small. Only bad thing is no restrooms so make sure you don't have to go. read more

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Really impressed by this restaurant! Not much from the outside but the interior is small, cozy and cute. Service is great but heads up to ring doorbell if door is locked upon arrival. We ordered beef drunken noodles and beef fried rice. The food was outstanding and we especially liked the drunken noodles. Both dishes had that FIRE char made from a wok and you can taste the delicious flavor! Really great food here, thank you. read more

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My friend got here before I did. He told the waitress he was waiting for me and another friend. He was the only one in here when he arrived. The front door is locked so you have to hit the doorbell to be let in. Though they have curtains to keep the cold air out, it was cold every time the door was opened and napkins on the tables closest to the door would fly. My friend ordered the classic massaman curry and I got tom yum noodle soup. 5/5 Classic massaman curry (comes with rice) - good portion and amount of protein. The dish was definitely well seasoned and had good flavor. It was also very rich and creamy so if you're a fan of peanut butter you'll really enjoy this dish 4/5 Tom yum noodle soup - not the most authentic I've had. Theres a leafy vegetable which i dont usually see. Good flavor and the noodles were a decent texture. It was sour and tasted like there would be a kick even though it wasnt actually spicy. There was also a ton of onions. I got an okay amount of tofu, it felt like there was a lot of noodles in the dish. Good portion and value overall Note that there is no bathroom. There's also poor insulation (can smell food), cold air comes right into the space easily and a small dining area. Our server was pretty nice. The interior is cute and very spring with the plants and flower seat cushions. Overall i think this place gets a 3.5- mainly for the food. I wasn't impressed by anything but the tom yum wasn't bad. read more

The Buffs - Tom Yum Noodle Soup, Massaman Curry (mild spicy) - Thai Near Me - Long Island City, New York

The place is tucked away across from the projects. But fear not because this is the best thai food you will get in Queensbridge area for a decent price. Really enjoyed the Kow Soi and it felt like I got brought back to Thailand. Server was very friendly and gave us really good recommendations read more

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The Buffs had a variety of foods, and everything I tried was delicious. I could tell each and every one of the dishes was crafted with attention to detail. The server was attentive and kind. We are visiting NYC and I asked if she could give us the leftovers in microwaveable boxes, and she made it happen. Topped with a cute ambiance, this place is a 10/10. Price point for the beautifully crafted dishes are fair as well! We are so grateful for this restaurant and hope it'll be open for many years to come! read more

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Wow! Their drunken noodle & green curry were one of the best I have had in NYC! It had so many delicious flavors! It was a happy party in my mouth! My sister ordered take out & brought the foods home to bklyn & everything was sooooo damn delicious! I got to try: 1) beef drunken noodle, 2) chicken green curry (comes w rice), 3) khao klux kapi, 4) curry puff, 5) mango w pandan sticky rice. Beef drunken noodle - super delicious & one of the best I had in NYC! It was medium spicy but had a nice kick to it. The beef was good quality & the noodles were amazingg! I love this item so much! I highly highly recommend this! Chicken green curry (comes w rice) - also another super delicious item & was one of the best green curry I had. The green curry had so much flavors & the chicken was not overcooked & the vegetables helped elevate this dish. There was some spice in the curry. I also love this item & would highly highly recommend this! Khao Klux Kapi - it was basically a fried rice mixed w shrimp paste & served w mango, shallot, egg omelet, chop chili, sweetened roast pork, crispy fried shrimp. I have never tried this item before so I thought it was very unique. It was very delicious, nonetheless. Curry puff (4 small pieces) - it was very delicious and flakey. The curry inside was very savory. The dipping sauce was on the sweeter side. Mango w pandan sticky rice - WOW! It was very delicious & the mango quality was top notch. This item is top notch & tasted amazzzing! Better than some of the mango sticky rices I have eaten in bklyn. Amazing thai foods sold here! The foods taste authentic to me & definitely tastes so much better than the thai foods sold in brooklyn. As much as I love bklyn, the best thai foods are in queens! read more

We took a chance on this small restaurant in an out-of-way location in LIC. To our surprise, the food and services was great. My friend and I ordered the spicy basil fried rice and the spicy chicken basil dish. Both were very flavorful and satisfying. Thai Belly is a diamond in the rough! read more

Cute with just a few tables. Everything was fresh, flavors were good and cost wasn't bad either. Would definitely go back or order takeout.

Everything went well. Food is delicious, the drinks are amazing the service is so friendly ambience is peaceful