I. LOVE. OREO. Food and drinks so good, such a nice guy. i love life and lychee and pomegranate martinis

Wan Waan is an authentic Thai restaurant in Chelsea, Manhattan, known for its nostalgic atmosphere and elevated traditional cuisine. Wanwaan means "days long ago" which is reflected in the interiors of this restaurant and by blending modern style with cozy, traditional elements that evoke a sense of memory and nostalgia. What we tried Mocktails Pattaya wings Soft shells crabs Honey basil duck Pad see eww with chicken Mango sticky rice Wan Waan emphasizes feeling through the taste of food, and believes that by stimulating positive emotions through delicious cuisine, they will bring guests nostalgic memories of the past. I definitely recommend a stop at wan waan read more

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We loved this restaurant. Stumbled in late on a Saturday night feeling frazzled and hungry. If you like Thai food that's on the sweeter side, this is your spot. Everything we got was so good we all made exclamations about it. They're vegetarian friendly and have a seperate section on their menu, which helped one diner at my table. I ordered the ginger stir fry. It was excellent. The flavor was just so balanced and tasty. A friend got the fried tofu with glass noodles, also excellent and another friend got a noodle dish with a mix of shrimp and chicken (not on the menu that way but they readily accomdated) If you want a energetic vibe with good food, this place doesn't disappoint. The food, prices, service were all solid. read more

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Service was very good, we had a reservation and were seated within 5 minutes. The papaya salad was very refreshing and light, and the friend chicken was seasoned pretty well. The food was also inexpensive, I'd say this place is a good place to go to for affordable high quality food! read more

Wan Waan - Papaya Salad, Crispy Chicken Garlic, Gyoza - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Delicious food, comfortable destination for locals and tourists alike! Each and every servers were friendly, attentive, and efficient! A great place to pin on any maps ... read more

The restaurant was very accommodating and fit the five of us in without reservations. Another bonus for offering happy hour until 8 p.m. with snacks and drink specials. The rice cake was so unique and tasty! All the cocktails were delicious and boozy! The service was prompt and friendly (big thanks for letting our group split the check!). Can't wait to come back again soon! read more

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I eat a lot of Thai food and this restaurant in Chelsea really surprised me with how flavorful everything was! From the beautiful mocktails to their apps and entrees, I have no complaints for everything I ate. The Phuket Dream and Sangaya mocktail drinks were wonderful. I love how Chicken Satays were moist and tender. The Curry Puffs were very flaky with a nice starchy filling. I loved the Grilled Steak Fried Rice because of the fatty salty steak. The Pad See Ew noodles were also not stuck together which I see at a lot of Thai spots, so that was a great sign! I never had duck this tender and not dry, so I recommend pairing it with their crispy duck. I ended the meal with a nice sweet Mango Sticky Rice. Service was excellent and the place got packed for lunch time on a Saturday! read more

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I secured a reservation over the phone for a party of 7 on a Sunday night. We ordered chive rice cakes, lemon thai iced tea, thai iced tea, basil fried rice, pineapple fried rice, red curry, tom yum seafood noodle, soft shell crab khao soi, pad see ew, and duck noodle soup. While I was quite sad the thai iced tea didn't have dairy alternatives, the lemon thai iced tea was very refreshing. It was our first time at Wan Waan, and everyone enjoyed the food and drinks. They absolutely devoured everything. Servers were respectful and friendly. The music wasn't too loud. We had a great time and would be back again! read more

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Was very impressed with the value of the happy hour here, $10 drinks everyday until 8pm! Even on weekends. The food was served hot and fresh, and the vibes inside were intimate and fun. I think the roti massaman appetizer is a little small, it would've been nice to have received more than 1 piece of roti for $9. But overall the food was flavorful and service was quick and attentive without feeling rushed read more

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Super solid Thai spot. Thankfully no wait or super long line like a lot of trendy Thai spots in the city. Ordered the massaman curry with beef and coconut shrimp. Both tasted delicious, ate every crumb! Only complaint is that it was quite sunny and we were sat near the window, so it was very bright and a bit hot. Maybe some blinds or sheer curtains would help? Cute spot, would be back. read more

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So many amazing options from rice dishes to curry to noodles. The crispy crab Rangoon and calamari were both fried to perfection. Both dishes were pretty light and crsipy. It was actually surprising that neither of these dishes were too greasy and so, we still had room for our mains. For the main dishes, I loved how there were a lot of different options with crab meat. Both the pad thai and fried rice were full of generous chunks of crab. I'm always partial to pad thai but the fried rice really hit that spot as well. We also loved the green curry; however, that moo grob tom yum noodle soup had that extra spicy kick to it that was so satisfying. Portions here are pretty large and definitely shareable. They have a lot of open tables and can easily do big groups. I was able to make a last minute reservation but think I would have been fine even if I didn't have one because it wasn't so busy. Service was also fast and attentive. read more

Overall: 5 stars Newer Thai restaurant that popped up on my radar recently and I was so impressed by the menu, which was full of intriguing options, of which none my sensitive stomach could tolerate well at this time, so I went for the classic Pad See Ew. The noodles were tender, piping hot, and had a sweet saline comfort to the bite. The chinese broccoli is cut with expert precision for tender yet crisp texture and the egg is well scrambled to serve as a light crumble. Prices are all very fair and I'm very much looking forward to returning to try the rest of the menu when my stomach is not failing me. Food: +2 Presentation: E Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: +1 Menu: +1 Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats read more

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We really enjoyed our visit just now. Super friendly and efficient staff. Atmosphere is cool and not noisy so a nice place for just the 2 of us. Food was excellent. Shrimp pad thai and crab fried rice. Dim sum delicious. Oh, the cocktails were great too! Thank you read more

Wan Waan - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

WAN WAAN is easily one of my favorite Thai spots in NYC right now. The atmosphere is cozy and stylish, perfect for a casual dinner or a night out with friends. We started with the house dumplings, which were incredibly juicy and full of flavor--definitely a must-order. The coconut shrimp was also amazing, crispy on the outside with the perfect balance of sweetness. For mains, the salmon khao soi completely stood out. The curry was rich and flavorful, and the salmon was cooked perfectly. The rib-eye panang curry was just as impressive--tender, bold, and packed with flavor. Excellent service, great vibe overall. Everything tasted fresh and authentic. You can tell they really care about the quality here. Highly recommend if you're in the area--this place is a gem. read more

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Really enjoyed the khao soi here. I came with some friends during happy hour and we loaded up on the $8 lychee margaritas! The service was nice as well. read more

Wan Waan - Khao Soy Gai - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Yummy Thai food in Chelsea Great deals Friendly staff Decor could be better and brighter that's always a plus But definitely a spot I come to often My favorite is the vegetable pad Thai and the lychee martini's they also service yummy ice coffees too. A must try in Chelsea. read more

We walked in on a Friday night. They have happy hour until 8pm, which can be hard to find. Overall service was fast and nice. The food and drinks were delicious. There are a lot of thoughtful details, like the food garnish and fresh, beautiful flowers on every table. We got the papaya salad and Phuket crab curry. The fried soft shell crab was delicious, and there were lumps of crab in the spicy curry. The lychee Thai tea was not something I usually see on menus. It was delicious and refreshing. There were many good Kahlua and Thai coffee based cocktails. read more

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Came here as a walk in for 2 around 4:30 on a Thursday and got a table right away. Immediately the service was so nice and helpful! Our server Oreo genuinely made our dinner! The place is super cute. Food was also great! I loved the Massaman Curry and the happy hour drink deals are totally worth it! read more

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Taste great flavorful! I got calamari salads and crispy coconut shrimp. They were both good! However I should have chosen different kind since both are deep fried ( i didn't realize) so I'll try some different stuff next time. They were packed and other table's foods looks really nice :) read more

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The drinks were delicious, and the small bistro atmosphere felt warm and authentic. The food was excellent -- we tried the chicken and beef Pad Thai, the mussaman curry, and the grilled salmon. Each dish was flavorful and well-prepared. Overall, it was a lovely dining experience with just a bit of room for improvement. read more

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First of all, this is only my second time coming here. The last time I came was in the summer of 2023. It was a random stop after I left the High Line. Super grateful, though. The food was a hit then, and it was arguably even better this time around. The vibes in here are chill. It's a very casual and cute spot. Great for lunch, but could also be cute for an intimate date. Restrooms are located downstairs in the basement and are very clean. The service here is exceptional. It's been great on both visits and I'm pretty sure I was served by the same person both times. Our server was super attentive and great at anticipating our needs. He also got all customizations right and they did a great job of clearing plates and things as needed. BUT THE FOOD, THO... Crispy garlic chicken: babyyyyyy, this was so good. It's not crispy like fried chicken, but it's crisp enough and the garlic sauce is so savory and addicting. I opted for string beans in mine because broccoli upsets my stomach, and I was pleasantly surprised by the lunch portion, which was only $19 and included two spring rolls as an appetizer. You could also choose soup or salad, but I'm a spring roll girl. It was great. I've ordered this both times I came. Lunch fried rice: ordered my daughter The lunch fried rice with extra egg and no veggies. They got it right, and even despite the veggies not being in there, the flavor was still great. Little to nothing needed to make it flavorful AF. Lunch pad Thai: so good! I hate when pad Thai is super dry. And in this case, it had the perfect texture, moisture level, and consistency. It smelled and tasted awesome. Chicken dumplings: pretty standard, but pretty damn good. No complaints at all. Thai tea: not too sweet. Super good. The next time I come back here, I will definitely pop in because I know it's good. I love that there's been consistency over a multi-year period. read more

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Delicious food, and wonderful service!! Would definitely recommend. I had the tom yum soup, sticky rice, and ginger tea, and it was all wonderful! read more

Haven't been here for a while so decided to come here with friends for a weekday lunch. The set lunch menu is now circa $17 for two courses with large variety to choose from. I ordered the pork and shrimp dumpling to start with followed by chicken volcano as recommended. Both were very tasty, and my friends enjoyed theirs as well. Came here during a snow day so it was nice and intimate for a catch up. read more

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Love this neighborhood Thai resturant! The food is delicious, excellent service and great vibe. read more

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Wan Waan offers authentic Thai cuisine in a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Staff is incredibly friendly. The braised beef was so tender and hearty. I rarely see this dish in Thai restaurants, so I needed to try it - it was awesome! 4 stars-- would definitely try them again. read more

Wan Waan - Braised beef - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Amazing food! Happy hour drinks were delish. Oreo, our server, is the sweetest! Highly recommend.

Thank you Wan Waan! I've lived in NYC and now I visit 1day a week. Wan Waan food quality and portions are perfect. Your gifted staff Alvina and Matthew are some of the best I've ever witnessed in NYC. Thank you all for the outstanding food and service. We enjoy your authentic Thai food and delicious specialty drinks. Your warm Staff make this a highlight visiting NYC. You're rolling now - got any more to add? read more

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I don't recommend eating here, as this restaurant gave me the worst food poisoning that I have ever experienced. I was disappointed as I'm new to the area and thought I had found a great local Thai spot. read more

after a long day of walking, we decided we couldn't go wrong with thai for dinner & our closest bet was wan waan. we walked in & were seated immediately. we ordered thai tea (fresh), papaya salad (spicy & delicious), tofu pad see ew & shrimp pad kee mao, they were super kind and removed the tails from the shrimp also! the food hit spot & our tastebuds just right. the service was attentive without hovering, overall a solid & not overcrowded/loud dining experience for a random wednesday night. read more

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Solid Thai food, excellent service in a cute popular restaurant. The heat level on the soft drunken noodles (3 chikies) is just perfect.

We came here for dinner this week after initially stepping into Kame and a person in our party didn't want ramen so we left. Dallas bbq was on the table and then everyone looked at me for a recommendation in the area. I didn't realize until we had sat down and opened the menu that I probably bookmarked this spot for their lunch or happy hour specials. Which I guess during happy hour drinks and apps are around $8 and they have like $16-17ish lunch specials that come with an app/entree. Putting all of what I said aside it was like 9pm and we were there on their regular menu which my boyfriend's brother exclaimed in shock "$35 for noodle soup!??" upon opening said menu. I can't argue that. Actually nothing on the menu was less than $20-30ish dollars and we are talking really expensive appetizers. From past menu photos online they clearly have created a significant price increase over the past 2-3 years. Like we're talking mega price increase. I just wanted a nice steaming bowl of Kao Soi but I did not want to spend around $30-40ish dollars for it. So all three of us went with very generic dishes: Pineapple fried rice, shrimp pad thai, and beef pad thai. During our brief dining experience I couldn't help but notice that at least 2-3 tables walked out of the restaurant after sitting down and opening the menu and not ordering anything. One of these being a table of over 10 people. So I'm glad we're all on the same page. Our food came out pretty timely. They didn't have chopsticks which would have been a nice touch so I ate my food like an ignorant fork loving American. I noticed immediately that the portions were really off with our dishes. I received almost twice the amount of pad thai noodles as my boyfriend which was ridiculous since we ordered almost the same dish. He had like nothing on his plate. His brother's mound of rice was also a ridiculously small portion for how much it was priced at. It all tasted decent. It wasn't the best I ever had. I think I had about 4 pieces of shrimp. They were albeit pretty large in size shrimps but that isn't excusable. I know restaurants are struggling these days but if you make Americanized basic Thai food somewhat unaffordable with tiny portions, the people aren't going to come. But maybe for their lunch special. read more

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Very good Thai food here taste just like home. Nikan was our server and she's really nice & friendly we will definitely be coming back here again (Kob kun ka) Highly recommended!! read more

Wan Waan - Red curry with beef and Thai roasted pork noodle soup - Thai Near Me - New York, New York

Soooo good. Spring rolls, crab rangoon, chicken pad see ewe, duck with curry. Best Thai food we have had. Cute place and exceptional service. Noise level low enough to allow conversation! Highly recommend. read more

Amazing food (HH from open to 8pm DAILY). Pad Thai w chicken: great flavor although not the best I've had. The tofu included was firm/ soy tofu and not fried. Fried tofu (HH): flavorless as expected. Chicken wing (HH): very fatty but not bad. The sauce reminds me of a cha siu/ Chinese bbq with oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar type shi. Service was decent and I will DEF be back. Who wanna meet me there for HH? read more

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Oreo is the best! Very good Thai would recommend. Better service :). Pad Thai was good. Chives are good too. 85 characters........

Dining here felt like stepping into a story -- told through bold spices, rich textures, and flavors that stay with you. I went all in on the flavors: Crispy Soft Shell Crab - pure umami crunch. Coconut Shrimp - golden and addictive. Pineapple Duck Curry - aromatic and soul-warming. Rib Eye Steak - flame-kissed with a Thai twist. Impossible Basil Stir-Fry - so real, you won't miss the meat. Craft cocktails - refreshing, balanced, and perfect with every bite. If you love Thai food (or just crave something unforgettable), this is the spot. read more

Came here on a Saturday to meet up with a couple of friends. My friend had made a reservation previously but apparently she never got a confirmation and even gave them a call. Walking in they said that we could sit at the bar, but a table was available in 20 min so we decided to wait. It didn't seem completely full, but perhaps there were other reservations at a later time. For food, they have happy hour that included a bunch of small tapas and drinks. We tried the dumplings and the sausage as well as a pad kee mao and the phuket crab curry. All were very delicious. The pad kee mao has a good kick, but if you can handle spice it's perfect. Service was efficient and wait staff was friendly. read more

Shrimp pad see ew was delicious and my server Natty was a joy. Ambiance is great too. read more

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Food was top notch! Flavor and presentation was great. The server kept checking I with us through the dinner. Place is very modern and clean. Would come back again. read more

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First impression of the restaurant was pretty good, as there is a nice trendy vibe with cool decor and a nice bar and table seating area. The staff are also pretty friendly and attentive. As for the food though, it was decent but honestly more like typical Thai take-out food quality rather than proper restaurant quality. I got the Crab Meat Pad Thai ($23), which did have a good amount of crab meat, but I thought could've used some more flavor and wasn't otherwise noteworthy. I also ordered the Chicken Volcano ($20), which was just some sautéed chicken with broccoli, cashews, and pineapple chunks. It was covered in a very slightly spicy sauce which I thought was actually pretty good but maybe a bit too much. The chicken was a good middle ground between crispy and tender though. Again, this quality is more what I would've expected if I ordered take-out and put this on my plate at home. The prices were okay considering it's NYC. I have to note though that at one point during our meal, there was a medium sized bug that crawled down the wall toward our table, which the staff quickly killed. Certainly didn't leave us with much appetite though... honestly if it weren't for that, I might have considered giving this place 4 stars but that certainly solidified 3 stars for me. If you're hungry and happen to be in the area or just looking for take-out, Wan Waan can get the job done, but otherwise I wouldn't go out of your way to come here. read more

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