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    Up Thai

    4.4 (3.4k reviews)
    ModerateThai
    Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Intimate
    Good for kids

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    Chocolate Thai Tea Lava Cake
    Adhrit S.

    Hosted a large party of ~40 people. Service was polite, experienced, and the entire operation was a well-oiled machine. The food was tasty, and went beyond the basics. Really enjoyed trying some different Thai dishes.

    Kea Mao (rear), Pad Phed Talay (front)
    Allen L.

    A fried put me on to this spot and it was spectacular! Super authentic Thai food. We got the curry puffs as a starter, the Kea Mao and Pad Phed Talay on the summer specials menu. Loved everything, especially the Pad Phed Talay. It's a variation of the Talay Thai on the regular menu except made with red curry and fresh green peppercorns which adds a mild fruity, bright herbal flavor and citrusy notes to the dish. The sauce was rich and aromatic. One of the best bites I've had in NYC this trip!

    Crispy Spring Rolls
    David M.

    Up Thai located on the upper east side offers a great Thai menu. A very modern and warm dining environment with it being a little upscale but not feeling like you are out of place as well. It can be a causal or a nice date night spot. The menu featuring a unique Thai style street food options, modern classic dishes, and classic cocktail options. The service was great and all of the food was delicious with great flavor.

    Bijal R.

    Absolutely incredible Thai cuisine. Been eating here for the past 5 years and it never disappoints! The flavors are immaculate and perfect. Service is great, can get busy however staff is friendly. Even when ordering through third party delivery services, it never lacks in quality. Love the basil fried rice, red and green curry. Interior is gorgeous.

    Andrea H.

    Still Good Thai food in one of the prettiest restaurants. There are plenty of Thai places on the Upper East Side and this is one is pretty solid. Panang Curry - a Thai curry with a creamy coconut texture and a sweet, aromatic spicy flavor. Thai Basil Shrimp - nice and spicy with string beans, peppers and fresh basil. Service was friendly but there were 4 of us and 2 dishes came came to the table a good 5-6 minutes before the others so by the time everyone got their food and we started eating, mine was not as hot as I would have liked. It was still really good!

    Emma Z.

    I came here with two close friends for dinner. We hadn't seen each other for a long time and we were looking forward to catching up over a nice dinner. We ordered an appetizer, some drinks and three main courses. The food was fine. I would say that the soft shell crab and duck tamarind are a bit too aggressively flavored. The crab meat fried rice was good but not too impressive. I found it a bit pricey. The ambience was nice. For some reason, the waitress serving our table kept on rushing us from the beginning to the end of the meal. As we sat down, three of us chatted a little bit and she kept on asking us to order, which we understood and we made the decisions quickly as soon as we noticed that she was pressing us. Before we finished our meal, she hovered around us and asked us multiple times if we need to pack the food. We were very uncomfortable, and had to rush into finishing up the meal and to pack the food. We saw some empty tables around us, and we also didn't see any line as we left the restaurant. Unfortunately, it was really not a nice experience for us. We didn't feel welcome there, only rushed. Overall, the food was okay, and the service was really disappointing. We don't feel like it was worth the money we spent. We won't come back again.

    Similan curry, beef pad kee mao
    Megan Y.

    The line gets very long here, so I would definitely recommend making a reservation beforehand. The restaurant looks small and unassuming from outside, but is very cute, spacious, and well-decorated once you enter. I really liked the similan curry. It was sweet and creamy with the perfect touch of spice. It came with a sweet pickled cucumber salad, which paired well with the curry, as well as roti and rice. The pad kee mao didn't stand out to me as much, but was still solid. Overall, pretty good thai food at an affordable price.

    Melanie A.

    Up Thai is beautiful inside and I have no complaints about the service. I found the food I ordered to be incredibly sweet - almost inedible. Their gluten free options are great, but compared to other Thai food I've had, this was subpar.

    Alper O.

    As someone who grew up hating Thai food without ever eating it. This was my first foray into it and it was amazing. Been back almost 5 times. Up Thai is extremely good and is able to leave me and everyone I've brought since satisfied and wanting more. This food is honestly crazy

    Kana Moo Krob
    Jennifer A.

    Restaurant is very spacious in its location and has a very quiet ambience to it. I was very surprised to see the decor when we ate-- i just wasn't expecting it to be so nice. Not a place where you have to be too dressy so do not worry. The service was fast and the servers were so nice. They were also very helpful in any questions we had. We ordered the steamed mussels for an appetizer and it was good. I think it just isn't as fulling as i would want it to be for a shared appetizer so i prob would have gone with something else next time. We shared pad Thai with mock duck (WOW! Never had duck on pad Thai i went to Thailand) -- def a game changer. We also had the kea mao with beef which is flat noodles either some spice to it which also was delicious. The last meal we shared was the kana moo krab which was rice with and egg, steamed Chinese broccoli and pork. I always love to get a Thai iced tea when I'm in one of these restaurants and we also shared the lychee iced tea which was good but a little sweet (in case that's some thing you look out for). Definitely a spot i would go to again

    Nam Tok
    Lars H.

    From the minute we stepped into UpThai to check in, to the friendliness of the staff, the menu recommendations and the authenticity of the food, the incredible flavor on all dishes we enjoyed to the time we spent without rush - an experience I can only recommend when in the city. I have been a customer of UpThai for a few years whenever I come to town and the consistency is yet another reason to recommend it. The team cares, the food is amazing and options are plenty. All at a decent price. And please do try all of the duck dishes. Hands down out of this world. Go team UpThai!

    Rebecca C.

    A book club friend recommended this spot and I am so glad she did!! From the outside, you would not realize how cute the restaurant is inside. I dined solo at the bar which was an amazing experience. The bartenders and staff were very welcoming and attentive. The food was incredible - I got their mango avocado salad to start which was so refreshing and flavorful. I got the massaman curry with the crispy duck and boy was that good. The food was so good. Would definitely go back! They do a lot of takeout orders as well!

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    Julian A.

    Some of the best Thai food I have ever had, great environment and the prices were really good as well!!!

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    Ask the Community - Up Thai

    Do you have outdoor dining now..during the winter (2022)?

    Yes, but is in an enclosure

    Do you need to be fully vaccinated in order to eat at this establishment?

    All indoor dining in NYC requires proof that you have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccination

    Can we make a reservation for outdoor dining?

    They do not take reservations for outdoor dining. It's based on first come, first serve or by entry order on their waitlist.

    Is this restaurant kid-friendly?

    Yes of course. We have high chairs. With outside seating, we are friendly with everything lol

    Do you take reservations?

    Yes

    Is there a drink menu available for me to see online?

    Come on. Just check their website. Looks likey have an extensi e selection. And a beautiful small bar area.

    Is lunch specials everyday?

    I think so

    What time is the lunch special and what does it include?

    11:30 -3:45 Monday to Friday 12:00 -3:45 Sat, Sun… 

    Is there vegan options?

    Sorry Im not familiar with what vegan eaters are looking for. They have vegetable dishes. Please check out the menu.

    Is this a good spot for a romantic date? Can you dress up?

    Not really. its pretty casual.

    What time does the lunch special go until on weekdays?

    Sorry I didn't pay attention to when it ended. I was always there around noonish.

    Do I need to make reservations for a Sunday evening party of 7?

    They don't do any reservations on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

    Wondering if u sell puerh tea from Thai?

    I believe they have that at shiny tea in uws!

    Is this halal or some what vegetarian?

    No, it is not Halal but almost every dish is available in a vegiterian version! The selection of a dish is followed by a question of what kind of meat, tofu or veritable is desired.

    Does the lunch special offer apply on weekends as well?

    No only week days.

    Does this place participate in Cash Back?

    Not sure

    We have a reservation for 6 people in front of the restaurant! I was wondering if it's a nice place to sit up front? I have not been there before and and pictures don't talk about it either!

    front of the restaurant is crowded and right by the bar, however back should be a safer option.

    Is there a kids menu here with food more bland and suited for 3-4 yr old?Not the typical Thai spicy that we like

    I don't think they have a kids menu, but definitely have a variety of foods that are not spicy.

    What vegetarian dishes do you offer (no fish sauce or eggs)?

    All curry are no fish sauce

    What is the dress code?

    Just casual is fine. The most important is you have to be here and try our food. : ) Thanks

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    Mitr Thai - Short Rib Prik Kang (~$37)

    Mitr Thai

    4.6(913 reviews)
    1.5 miMidtown West

    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

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    Main Dining Room

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    Short Rib Prik Kang

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    Dagg Thai Restaurant - Pad Thai with beef

    Dagg Thai Restaurant

    4.4(162 reviews)
    1.8 miMidtown East
    $$$

    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!

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    Our appetizers were delicious.

    Charoen Krung Thai - Drunken Noodle

    Charoen Krung Thai

    4.7(453 reviews)
    1.1 miMidtown East
    $$

    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

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    Bar by entry

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    Summer Rolls (Pork&Shrimp)

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    Thai Villa

    Thai Villa

    4.4(5.3k reviews)
    2.7 miFlatiron
    $$

    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.

    I've been wanting to try this place for over a year and finally got to go. We ordered 10 things. 5…read moreapps, 5 entrees. Exceptional, must-get dishes: -Royal pad thai, the egg wrap sold me. And the noodles were very chewy and springy. Spicy too. LOVED. -Panang curry- I don't even care for curry but this was really the best curry I've had. The perfect glossy consistency and the flavors were balanced, also spicy. -Summer special: soft shell crab. Incredible. Deep fried crab legs served on a bed of thai basil salad- eating whole basil leaves with the shattering crab legs... don't miss this one. -Basil fried rice, so spicy, so good. -Tom Yum, my uncle said it was one of the best hems ever had. -Papaya Salad- a great refreshing side and also incredibly spicy. Forgettable dishes: -Chicken satay, very small. Standard. -Thai moneybags, beautiful presentation but the filling tastes like potatoes, are they usually potatoes? Tastes like a bland samosa. -Red curry: just wasn't a huge fan of it. -Roti: I didn't get to try it, so I will forget about it. They're really pushy about the 90 minute time limit. I think they should think about how much we ordered and be more lenient but they weren't so lenient. I still really loved my experience and would go again.

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    Inside of restaurant

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    Scallop Skewers (~$16)

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    Sabai Thai - Massaman Curry

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    4.3(624 reviews)
    2.2 miFlatiron, Midtown East
    $$$

    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

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    $16: curry puff

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