So happy I remembered Unique when I was craving Thai for lunch. Took a quick walk over and was pleased to see they have lunch specials! I ordered their drunken noodle and a salad to go (there are a bunch of other options) for $12.95. Perfect and fresh! Their food tastes so homemade and the flavors are different from other Thai spots in the area. Will continue to add Unique to the rotation. Service is quick and sweet. read more

Unique Fusion Restaurant - Drunken Noodles - Asian Fusion Near Me - New York, New York

Since this resturant opened a couple of months before the pandemic run by 2 talented young woman I have been singing the praises of this resturant. I recently had my birthday party there with 10 family and friends and the ambiance, care, fabulous food were beyond fantastic. The lamb chops, mango salad, steak salad etc were the best my guests and I every had. Please my friends experience this gem in Inwood and bring lots of friends Best Food in the city read more

Delicious thai food and serene calm vibe! We also ordered the shrimp dumplings and chicken coconut soup and it was warming a delicious! Quick and sweet service. Would highly recommend if your in the area read more

Unique Fusion Restaurant - Chicken Pad See Ew - Asian Fusion Near Me - New York, New York

Unique Fusion is one of those few Thai Spots uptown Manhattan that you can find authentic Thai food . The service is on point, the lady is charismatic and make you feel welcome. The food is amazing. The pad Thai was on point, tasty, well put together following the Thai way of making pad Thai. The veggie dumplings were delicious. The ceviche seafood salad was mild still spicy but I still enjoyed it. Overall convenient spot uptown if you want to try some good Thai food. The place is cozy for a date night or taking a friend out for a special occasion. Mist definitely will come back read more

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After taking some time to reflect on my experience at this restaurant, I have to give it one star, mainly because of the poor service and the attitude I experienced. The ambiance was nice; the space is decorated with paintings of monks and elephants, and smooth café jazz played in the background, which I really enjoyed. However, the service was disappointing. When I ordered my tea, the waitress didn't check on me or offer any honey or sugar; I had to get it myself. She also didn't offer me water, but when a white woman came in and ordered just tea, the waitress took the time to explain the options, checked on her, and gave her water without her even asking. When I explained that the drunken noodles didn't taste good, she asked if I had ever had them before. I told her it's one of my favorite dishes. She took the food away but just brought me the check with no resolution. I even asked her to take off $2 since I didn't eat it, but instead, she asked if I wanted to take it home. If I didn't like it in the restaurant, why would I like it at home? Honestly, I feel like the difference in service was because I was Black and dining alone. The ambiance was nice, but this experience left a bad impression, and I won't be returning. read more

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I came here for lunch and it was ok. I am not sure how many Thai restaurants are in Washington Heights so I was happy my friend recommended this place. So we came here on a Friday for lunch. First it was cold in the restaurant which they did have warm fans on to make it warmer. Then we ordered the lunch special and that was ok. We also ordered wings which were ok. I ordered the pork dumplings with a beer and pad see ewe with shrimp and medium spicy. So the pad see ewe had too much soy sauce it tasted a bit bitter but the pork dumplings were fine. Overall the meal was ok nothing wrong but I also don't think anything stood out. The person who helped us was nice. The space was nice; but being that it was cold it was a bit uncomfortable. I am not sure I would come back. read more

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This is the third review I'm writing for Unique Fusion Thai. I love this place. So, recently, I recommended it to cater a building-wide event we hold in early summer. We just had our party last night. All the food from Unique was a smashing success. Unique was very easy to work with. Everything was presented very nicely and ready for pick up on time. I highly recommend Unique Thai for your catered event. read more

They ACTUALLY have only the yellow curry (this is the stuff the Chinese use) Big disappointment. read more

Best Thai food in Inwood! Staff is friendly and have great recommendations for what to order. Favorite dish is the green curry with salmon- get it Thai spicy for an extra kick! read more

Genuinely delish and AFFORDABLE thai food. Real spicy flavor (if u ask) and very nice thai iced tea. I want a reason to return, i'll come back if im back at the cloisters read more

A friend found this odd restaurant. You'd usually expect a restaurant named Unique Fusion in the middle of nowhere to not be that good but the ratings were super high so we decided to make the schlep there. They have some fun options (Thai empanada anyone) and the service was friendly. It's a casual spot and overall the food was excellent though the appetizers were better than the entrees. I had a lychee iced tea which wasn't overly sweetened and it was pretty tasty. We first got the Mango Salad with sliced mango, red onions, tomato, Thai chili, roasted cashew, cilantro, garlic, fresh lime juice, and fish sauce. Excellent version with a good amount of heat especially towards the bottom. I'd like it maybe slightly hotter with more spots but then again it's not an Isan spot so it's this style and it's definitely a good version. We also got as an appetizer two of the dishes from the empanada section. My preference of the two was the Flank Steak Empanda consisting of grilled marinated flank steak with onions, garlic, and basil and with a Thai-style pickled salad and aioli. The mead inside was tender and very well flavored and as noted by others there was a unique spice. I presume there was star anise judging by the slight licorice flavor but there was definitely curry powder and some other stuff in there. Very tasty. The Half Moon Turnover consisted of curried chicken, onion, potato, and oyster sauce wrapped in an oversized paratha and just like the other one it was served with a Thai-style pickled salad. This was essentially a giant version of a curry puff with a thicker crust and a lot more filling of course as it was so big. Also very tasty though less unique. We got a bunch of dishes from the entree sections. Most of the main dishes are served with jasmine rice with some exceptions and I would say that they all had some faults. The Slow Cooked Pork Shoulder with onions, garlic, and pineapple was likely my favorite. The pork was super tender with a rich flavor and the pineapple added some good tartness. There was also a bit of sweetness in the dish with my only potential complaint being that I found it a bit wet/ I wouldn't have minded the au jus being thicker but that's really only minor. My other favorite was the Salmon Green Curry consisting of a reasonably sized piece of grilled salmon served in green curry with bell pepper (which we substituted for string beans,) eggplant, and basil. Usually I have a bit of trepidation with Thai curries served with bell peppers as this isn't traditional and usually a sign of an American Thai spot but the curry here was very solid. Well flavored with some spice and not too sweet. The Pad See Ew with chicken Thai rice noodles, egg, and Chinese (or regular) broccoli in a sweet soy sauce was pretty good. Solid noodle texture and pretty tender chicken. This was the third best of the mains and it was fine. OK was the Thai Beef Stew with celery, carrots, onions, mushroom and Thai basil. Just like the pork shoulder, the beef was very tender what's a good texture but there was way too much of some spice in it almost overpoweringly so. I'm pretty positive it was cloves but I'm not sure. Otherwise tasty especially if they were to reduce the amount of whatever that spice was (or I don't know let's say that as a Thai Clove Beef Stew.) The Crispy Chicken Over Rice consisting of breaded chicken tenders with sweet chili sauce served with sliced cucumber and ginger rice most likely the weakest of the dishes. The chicken was a little bit bland and the breading was too heavy. The sweet chili sauce helped but not too much. For desserts we got the Mango With Sticky Rice and Lemon Tart. The former was the standard with good quality mango and not super sweet rice. The lemon tart had a good sourness though I would say the crust was a bit thick. Still both were tasty and I would get both again and they were both reasonably priced. Overall the food was good. If this was in a different neighborhood, I would probably give them a mid 3 saying that there were a bit too many faults especially with the entrees but the appetizers are very good but because it's this neighborhood and because of the more unique offerings which all happened to work, a low 4 is accurate for me. Would go back. read more

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We went into this restaurant while looking around for Thai food. We came across this place in our search and decided to try it. Immediately we were greeted by our waitress who was very friendly and helpful with explaining the menu. We ordered the Thai iced tea and the Lychee Thai iced tea. Both were masterfully made and tasted amazing. The Thai iced tea was a little different than what we've had at other places, but we both agreed it was the best one we've tried yet. It had lots of flavor and wasn't too sweet. The Lychee Thai iced tea was very refreshing and slightly sweet but perfectly balanced. For appetizers we got the Mango Salad, Pork Dumplings, and Steak Empanada. The Mango Salad was absolutely delicious. A little spicy, but the mix of flavors and textures really made it stand out. The Pork Dumplings were super flavorful and cooked to perfection. Lastly, the Steak Empanada is what really threw us off; it was phenomenal. I can't explain the flavor used in it, but it was something neither of us ever had before. It's almost like a licorice flavor that's present, mixed with everything else. Normally I'm put off by anything of the sort, but it worked so well. It was also equally cooked to perfection; crispy and flakey where it counts. You only get one, but the size of it is more than enough for an appetizer. For entrees we got the Tiger Cry (medium rare) and the Spicy Eggplant Basil with Tofu (we added chicken). These dishes were incredible. The Tiger Cry was cooked perfectly to medium rare, and was full of so much flavor. The portion was also very generous especially considering the cost. The rice and vegetables were a bit plain, but I prefer that so that I can blend them with the steak. The Spicy Eggplant Basil with Tofu and Chicken was also packed of flavor, although not as spicy as we expected. Still delicious overall, and it was also a generous portion. We barely finished all of our food. Service was also exceptional. Our waitress Khob Khun Kha was perfect. She answered all of our questions clearly, concisely, and was just pleasant to interact with overall. She was also quick and accommodating. Overall, this place is an absolute must for anyone looking to try asian inspired dishes in the neighborhood. Cost wise it was way cheaper than we expected but the food and service surpassed our expectations by a longshot. We're planning to return very soon! read more

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Delicious Thai Food, I just wish they'd deliver to us. Since we moved uptown, we have not been able to find any good Thai food that delivers, but heard recommendations for Unique, and tried their take-out. The food was hot, fresh, and all very good. I just wish it wasn't so hard to swing by and pickup food. We'll have to try dining in next time! read more

Was called by the hostess after walking a few blocks away. She said she forgot the sauce and I should wait right there. I offered to walk back since I could still see the restaurant and that I also don't need it that bad . Hostess insisted I should wait. After waiting 10 minutes I called back asking if I should continue to wait or if I can go. She continued to insist I stay and then started texting me that she sent someone. I stayed at the corner, only one there, with a bag from the restaurant for an additional 25 minutes. Huge mistake on my part. She continued to say I wasn't there and the guy didn't see me (even though I was the only one there). Insane story, no clue why I tried to be kind and wait around, will never be returning after waiting for 35+ minutes. read more

[takeout review] I had the munchies on a Friday night but didn't feel like eating at the restaurant alone so I ordered take out. I got the chicken skewers with coconut rice and the spicy mango salad (medium spicy). They were pretty busy with dinner service and delivery people coming in for pick ups but I didn't have to wait long to get my order to go. Everything was so delicious, the spicy mangy salad caught me by surprise because first few bites were pretty mild and then it hit me hehe. Photos are of me plating from the takeout containers and everything is packed so well and it travels great. I also thought that the portions were pretty large. I had less than half the mango salad (will have the rest with lunch tomorrow) and I didn't eat the full portion of rice but I was still so full when I finished. My first review was a little negative about the atmosphere I think because when I went I was the only person there. Tonight with other people around it's a really great vibe and would be a great place to take someone for dinner. read more

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It's been an honor coming to Unique. The flavors in the food, made by Kwan the chef, taste delicious and full of care. The service here is superb. I've been coming here for a year, and every time I visit, I can feel the good energy, warmth, and kindness everyone has. The main server, Bu, is really mindful of people's orders, how they're doing, and always asks what they need. It's a nice, comforting, and peaceful restaurant to be at. It has a great atmosphere for spending time with friends, family, and/or enjoying some alone time to savor food and treat yourself. I continue coming back here and can't get enough of it :) read more

One of the few good restaurants in the area. L usually orders the same thing, spicy Thai fried rice and their spicy mango salad. I suggested the cashew chicken the other day. Generous portion. Very tasty.. if you order this with coconut rice, you will need a nap afterwards. It is so incredibly rich..delicious, just really heavy. The spicy mango salad is pretty light, the mango strips are ripe and sweet. Just a hint of spice. Lil cherry tomatoes, red onions and pistachios add a nice flavor and texture. We ate it with some white rice as a side dish and it was delicious. Still a bit pricey at $11 since it's just mango basically but it's enough for 2 as a side. Delivers pretty quick too which is a plus.. read more

Unique Fusion Restaurant - Spicy Mango Salad - Asian Fusion Near Me - New York, New York

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If you're craving the perfect Thai food in New York City, Unique is the place to go. Famous for their authentic Thai cuisine, this spot delivers an incredible dining experience that feels both comforting and indulgent. The service is always and consistently great. Unique doesn't just serve great food it perfects a classic Thai dish with premium ingredients, expert execution, and thoughtfully portioned meals. Whether you're a longtime Unique fan or trying it for the first time, this is a spot that will leave you completely satisfied and eager to return. read more

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Best Asian restaurant in Inwood. In fact one of the best in the city. Unique Fusion Restaurant is just that. Authentic more than most other places that claim to be. There's a good amount of variety. A few weeks ago I came with my boo. I picked something and she copied me. We both got the Stir Fried Tofu. It's $13 for the entree. The price seems kind of high but it's a big portion. It comes with a lot of vegetables with the tofu, and it's seasoned without just being spicy hot. There's bean sprouts, mushrooms, and peppers. I like the relaxed atmosphere. It had a bar area with a limited drink selection. The food alone is worth coming for though. read more

Unique Fusion Restaurant - Stir Fried Tofu - Asian Fusion Near Me - New York, New York

Really solid Thai food for ordering in when you're lazy or hungover hahaha. The mango salad is very delicious, we also got drunk noodles & pad see ew, both were solid dishes. Good portions as well. Happy to have tried this place! Will order-in from them again for sure. read more

Ordered take out from here and got Drunken Noodles - they were just ok, even bellow average. The flavor just wasn't there. Tom Yum Soup - this was an amazing soup full of flavors! The rice I got was so dry and bland that this soup was the perfect addition for it. Spicy Basil Fried Rice - it was a very dry and bland rice. Only reason why I did eat it, was because it worked really well with the soup. Green Curry - tasty curry, slightly above average in flavor. read more

Best Thai in the area!!! The mango salad uses fresh, juicy mango. Appetizers and large, and entrees are large. Prices are really good (less than $10 for many appetizers). I didn't see a drink menu. Last time I was here, I went for the "Thai level spicy", and was bawling my eyes out in the park from the PAIN of spice (it was amazing). They don't play around. Today I opted for "tiny bit" of spice :) read more

Light jazz background music and several Buddhist photos are meditative ambiance. The variety of delicious dishes will bring you back again and again! Try the soups or mock duck. read more

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Absolutely delightful! What a gem! Very very friendly service, and one of the best Pad Thai's I've ever had. Also they serve Asahi beer which is sometimes hard to find. Will be back for sure! read more

Unique Fusion Restaurant - Entrance and part of dining area - Asian Fusion Near Me - New York, New York

Just returned to this pleasant restaurant. Service still impeccably welcoming. Atmosphere still peaceful. Food still excellent. We got the mango salad again (still great), chicken wings (just perfectly crispy, juicy and flavorful, but not overpowering), lamb chops again (still yummy) and the stir-fried noodles (simple and well executed, maybe needed a little more salt). Their coconut rice is outstanding, so make sure to get some. For dessert we got the mango with sticky rice, and it was spot on. What to say? This place keeps delivering great food in a friendly and relaxing atmosphere. I can't wait to return and try more dishes. Highly recommended. read more

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We order from Unique. Their food is tasty and well prepared and on time. It is an asset to the neighborhood.

Being a vegetarian, have always had a lack of choices in most restaurants but not here! I started with Corn Cakes as an appetizer which combined with the hot sauce was quite tasty and complemented the flavours and filling as well, followed it up with the vegetarian Empanada which was extremely well prepared and had the spinach filling uniformly sauted/absorbed into it. Last but definitely not the least was the Lychee Iced Tea which had great taste and refreshing. The presentation of the food, taste and a great value for money with a wonderful staff! Definitely a worth visit. read more

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A hidden gem in Inwood. I've seen delivery lines out the door but dining in is my favorite way to eat here. Table space is limited but worth it. Service was quick, food was hot and delicious. Lots of great Thai staples on the menu as well as some variety options. Beer and wine are now on the menu and their Thai teas are made to order. Try their lychee iced tea. I recommend the chicken skewers for an appetizer and the Tiger Cry steak for your entree! read more

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The best thing I've had is the Chocolate Mousse cake. Other highlights are the lamb chops (though a bit too sweet) and the fried chicken wings (though a bit dry). I'll definitely continue ordering take out from them because they hit the spot in a pinch. read more

Wow, just wow! I came here on a Saturday evening with my mom and partner, and we all thoroughly enjoyed everything we ordered. My bf says it's the best Thai food he's ever had and I agree! Food 5/5: We ordered 3 apps, 3 entrees, and 2 desserts to share (pics attached). The chef and owner, Quan, is wonderful at her craft; every dish was well balanced with both flavor and texture, cooked to perfection - from the crispy shrimp rolls to the tender pork shoulder - and beautifully presented. We enjoyed everything we ordered! We will be returning and look forward to making our way through the menu. Service 5/5: Our server, Bu, was an all-star! Bu was attentive, kind, informative, and has perfect timing with bringing out the food/refilling our waters. It was a pleasure to chat with her and learn that this is a family-owned restaurant! Her sister, Quan, is the chef/owner and Quan's boyfriend is a partner in the business. The restaurant wasn't busy, which we found surprising considering how great the food, service, atmosphere, and prices were, but we enjoyed that. They did have several delivery people stop in for pick-ups, so delivery is poppin' Atmosphere 5/5: The interior design is beautiful with art representing Thailand, and the space is open. There's dim lighting inside complemented by the natural light pouring in from the glass windows and calming background music that creates a pleasant and peaceful ambiance. This is a great spot for dates with yourself, a partner, family, and friends ... shoot even a business meeting would be great here. Cleanliness/Covid Safety 5/5: The space is very clean, the staff wears masks, and there's hand sanitizer at each table. I felt safe dining in here as the tables are spaced out well and it's well ventilated. All-in-all, we had a great experience here and will definitely return. They do take-out and delivery too so if you don't want to/can't dine-in, do your tastebuds a favor and order from them! This is a wonderful local and family-owned small business and you should 100% support them :) P.S. They do have additional Thai drinks & a few dessert options off menu. Just ask! read more

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The service and menu are great. So many options. Their spring rolls are fantastic. The main dishes were a little underwhelming. Was expecting more flavor. But you should try it. It is the best Asian Fusion food in Inwood. I'll be back. read more

It has been a while since I've reviewed a restaurant uptown. This restaurant impressed me on so many levels so It is only right that I respond with a review. The foodie in me wanted the Thai styled Chicken wings so I asked for it. Decorative, juicy and delicious. The sweet and sour sauce drizzled on the chicken makes the flavors burst like nothing you've ever tasted on chicken wings. You won't need a sauce to dip. My date ordered Spring rolls which were fresh and hot. Just from the appetizers I could tell the dishes were freshly made so I planned to asked some questions about the Chef's background. Since I'm a fan of authentic Thai food I decided I needed to try a few more plates. Green curry salmon was perfect. No one in the area makes it better. Portion was appropriate for the price and the touch of coconut rice was amazing. I don't eat rice much but the unique flavor got me to eat half. My date got Crispy Chicken with ginger rice and OMG I could taste the ginger. My date remarked that it was so good it cleared her sinuses. The aroma of the spice just floated off the plate. Since I had no self control I also got the lamb chops. Let me tell you something, it's a must have. Perfectly prepared and juicy with no pink which is exactly what I'd asked for. Needless to say I was only willing to share 1 lollipop with my date. Dessert? Hell yea I was not leaving without it. Can you say home made lemon "untart" pie? I have never had a lemon dessert so balanced they I took the rest to go. Lemon flavor was rich but it didn't snack the hell out of my Mouth like a cheap dessert. My date also ordered the coconut flan and she said it was Amazing as well. I definitely ate more than I planned to. Soon the Chef walked out to greet me and I was blown away by her humility. She is a certified Thai food chef who is now living her dream of owning her own restaurant and this is the reason for my support. From one business owner to another I say Congratulations. Running a restaurant uptown is no easy feat but I am extra grateful you are here to provide us more options and you deserve all the recognition for the passion you put into every dish. Thank you. Please get your liquor license soon. read more

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Stop 2 on progressive dining, green tea and edamame/veggie gyoza. We sat at the bar, service was good, the food A-OK. It's dark and cozy inside with just a few tables. They were out of the "fusion" empanada choice we wanted so will try next time. read more

A surprise treasure in Inwood. We recently moved up north from Manhattan and lost our favorite Thai in the last few weeks. However, we feel so lucky to have found Qwan & her sister. The whole menu is exciting but for our first order we had Massaman Curry with chicken. The sauce was rich with coconut milk, potatoes, onions, & peanuts. We had an appetizer of pork dumplings, which were also great. We will DEFINITELY visit again & again. read more

This is my all time favorite Thai restaurant. Bu and Kwan (sisters and owners) are the sweetest and are amazing. I'm torn between writing a very good review for them, because I do want them to be successful, but I also don't want it to become super popular because I like getting ti talk with Bu and Kwan when it's not super busy. Half moon turnover-- get it Drunken noodles with crispy tofu--gitit Roasted pork shoulder--giddit So many things to try here that are amazing, but those are my go to. read more

Surprising really good and fresh food. I walk by this place daily for over a year and never tried it since it was empty. Guess what, the food is delicious! I order takeout and was impressed. The food, presentation and service was spot on. It was so tasty, then I ordered again with a friend. They loved it, then I went to finally dine in and it was even better! The waitresses was super sweet, low key ambiance and a hidden gem. Now I order and dine in at least 1 or 2 times a month. read more

The place outside looks old but once you come in on the outside its pretty nice. The table set up is pretty. Came here for lunch with the family. The server is really helpful. Their thai food is good like the usual. The highlight for me is their steak. Its super tasty and the meat just melts in your mouth. Would love to come back to this place but its too far from home hehe read more

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OMG. Been living in the nabe for over 15 years. This is, no doubt, the best "uptown" food spot in the area. Sure, you can get a good burger, chicken and rice dish, Mexican food in the area but for authentic Thai this spot is golden. Love it. Check it out read more

Excellent service and delicious food. Clean and outstanding restaurant. Best thai food in the area. read more

Unique Fusion Restaurant - All takeout: Lambchop, tiger cry, beef masallam curry, padkrapow, padthai, drunken noodle (all delicious) - Asian Fusion Near Me - New York, New York

It's easy to miss this hidden gem, but if you are lucky enough to try it once you will be back again. Look at this creamy, dreamy coconut milk based soup. A popular menu item of Thai restaurants but trust me, nobody makes it like this. The crispy tofu dish was very good but I've also had the salmon which is cooked perfectly. I highly recommend. read more

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