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    When In Bangkok

    4.3 (512 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Jenny J.

    Nice place for lunch. Had a $30 lunch menu with an appetizer and a main course. Had the spicy pork belly and it was very tasty but a little salty. Had the Tom Yum wings and they were tasty as well. The Thai iced tea was also delicious. Waitress was very attentive. Place was bright and clean.

    Mango cocktail
    Polly H.

    The food was amazing! I had ordered a fish platter, but it arrived on a bed of lemon grass and fresh herbs maybe turmeric? We also ordered the curry dish which was superb in terms of taste. How would I describe this spot?Presentation is on point, and the atmosphere is perfect for a date night. The interior was super cute with a chair that is surrounded by beautiful Instagrammable tschotkes.

    Victor H.

    Delicious upscale Thai restaurant on Northern Blvd! We enjoy coming here for dates and birthdays. The interior is very nicely designed and great for pictures. The food is also delicious, and I haven't had a dish that I didn't like so far. We also came here for Restaurant Week and enjoyed a nice 3 course meal. The price is a bit on the higher side, and parking can be difficult with the busy side street parking. Highly recommended for their good food, friendly service, and nice aesthetics!

    Dessert roti
    James M.

    When in Bangkok was a spot I found online while visiting, and it looked so good that I had to give it a try. They are dog-friendly and offer outdoor seating, which was a huge plus. The waitstaff was very friendly, attentive, and provided excellent service throughout the meal. We started with the oysters, and the condiments served with them were different from the usual ones you typically get. They were absolutely amazing and added a unique touch. For the main dishes, we ordered the chicken pineapple fried rice and the fried pork belly appetizer. Everything was solid, especially the cocktails, which were refreshing and well-made. We ended the meal with the roti dessert, which was definitely unique and a great way to finish the meal. You do have to go inside to use the restroom, which gives you a chance to appreciate the beautiful modern decor. Overall, When in Bangkok is easily one of my favorite Thai restaurants of all time, and I would definitely come back.

    Jesse Y.

    First visit after many friends suggested and it lived up to all the hype. We were warmly greeted by the host for lunch, from there it was all superb. The entire drink list, food, service and cleanliness of this restaurant must be commended. In short, absolutely worth the trip. No doubt we will be back for dinner service soon.

    Lychee thai tea
    Angelic R.

    Quality thai food, a little tight in there, tables are close, so prepare for people sitting next to you, hearing your conversation. Nice decor and clean. Great & attentive service. Food & drinks were very good.

    Karen M.

    Well I love Thai food and when in Bangkok didn't disappoint. Tasty and delicious food. Serving can feed 2 people. It was a lot. Our waiter was very friendly and bubbly. The place was a cute little restaurant. Definitely worth a second visit.

    Crab Fried Rice
    Samuel C.

    The best Thai restaurant in the Flushing/Bayside area. The soft shell crab karee has a crispy outside and a soft inside. The crab fried rice had lots of crab. All the dishes were flavorful and well balanced. Highly recommend the soft shell crab karee. The service was good.

    Kra Pow with Chicken and Fried Egg
    Yuna C.

    Love that they have the lunch special (appetizer + entree) available on the weekends! I got the Kra Pow at a medium level spice but it still got a kick that was addicting - the fried egg addition was a great compliment too. The Zaab Wings were addicting too with the hot but also sour/citrus seasoning - just drooling thinking about it again!

    Panyang Curry
    Dorothy N.

    My favorite Thai spot in Queens! It's so beautiful inside. We ordered Thai tea and sometimes it's a miss but this spot never misses. It was perfectly sweetened and creamy. For our dishes we got the vegetable thai fried rice and the panyang curry with vegetables. I usually always go for a meat dish but because my friend was vegetarian I wanted to get something we can both share. Service was quick! Lots of people were eating when we went. Def recommend reserving for a nicer outing. Totally understand why this spit is top 10!

    Steph Y.

    When in Bangkok is absolutely worth the hype. The cocktails are excellent and thoughtfully crafted, and the food is so good. We ordered the Drunken Noodle, Khao Soi, and the Braised Pork Leg--every dish was packed with flavor, comforting, and beautifully executed. The Khao Soi in particular was rich and aromatic, and the pork leg was tender and very satisfying. The ambiance is cozy with really cute decor, and the overall vibe feels warm and welcoming, even when the place is buzzing. It does get very packed, but it's 100% worth the wait. Portion sizes are generous and prices are reasonable. Our server was incredibly friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better despite how busy it was. Easily one of my favorite Thai spots--I already can't wait to go back.

    Jenny L.

    Food is delicious here but they are limiting meat portions now, sadly!! Service is ok!! Take out is pretty good!! Restaurant looks nice from the outside!

    Alvin Z.

    Service was wonderful really really quick for how busy they were! Store was nicely decorated, I just wish I could see the second floor LOL. We got pineapple roasted duck which had a nice sweet and savory sauce. The duck itself was tender and had crispy skin but I didn't think it had much flavor. Next we got the crispy pork belly much had delicious water spinach but the pork was very hard and not yummy. The water spinach was my favorite part of this entire meal. We got a pad Thai baron and it was good but I didn't like the texture of the egg. We also got a Thai iced tea. I think it was on the higher price end too.

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    I am gluten free and wonder are there items i can eat?

    Yes, gluten free items are labeled on the menu. Our wait staff can also assist you with the selections.

    Do they have an event/ party menu?

    Yes, on the second floor.

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    Say Hi

    Say Hi

    4.5(32 reviews)
    0.1 miAuburndale, Flushing

    I came here one evening as a spot to hang out with friends and it was chill. While Say Hi serves as…read morea tea house during the day, at night, they become more of a bar. The inside is absolutely beautiful and while they have tables, they also have more traditional floor seating. We got a couple bites of food to eat, some of their tea, and some cocktails. Their food was very mediocre, at best. While the persimmon cake SEEMED to be made in house, it was very clear that everything off their food menu required minimal preparation (ie. for the dumplings, it was just har cow). I also thought their cocktails were okay, and out of the three we got, none stood out to me. I did enjoy their tea, however. But, it was also fairly expensive for what it was (~$50). Overall, I thought this spot was okay for the price and I'm not sure I would return.

    Say Hi is a lovely space for both big and small groups! It's beautifully decorated inside and gives…read moreoff a Chinese tea house feel. It's cozy yet spacious. We came with a fairly large group and ordered several teas and snacks to share amongst us. There were several options for the flavors of tea and each one had different benefits as well. I loved all of them, particularly the fruitier ones. As for snacks, we had this fried taro snack that had a crispy biscuit outer layer that was delicious. It was a bit of a sweet & savory mix, but not strong in either sweet or salty flavors. There was also this persimmon snack that was filled with nuts and other things. It was slightly sweet, very unique, and both paired well as a tea time snack. They're also open until 11:30pm! So if you want to skip the bar, I'd recommend checking out this tea spot for a nice hang out.

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    Wabi Nori

    Wabi Nori

    4.3(396 reviews)
    1.5 miDowntown Flushing, Flushing
    $$$$

    Beautiful space! I came here for an event so there wasn't tables for seating. There was plenty of…read morehors d'oeuvres and champagne and we each had a free drink ticket. There were yellowtail, eel and California rolls. Yellowtail was my favorite. They also had a crab salad with imitation crab and was a kick from siracha. Also they had fried chicken, a jalapeño crab on rice crackers, as well as a dumpling. Everything was yummy so don't mind coming back to try a sit down dinner. Unfortunately too busy to take pics of the food but managed to take pics of the space b4 everyone showed up.

    Decided to try this place out with a friend and it was fairly good. Had their kumamoto oysters, 3…read morehandroll set and tiramisu. The oysters were lamentably my least favorite of the dishes. It was three oysters, similar to Crown Shy except I wasn't a huge fan of the flavoring here. The nigiri sauce didn't really elevate the flavor of the oysters much as they're already a slightly salty food and a soy sauce sort of just added more salt to it. I think a bit more kick was needed to enhance the flavor profile. The handroll set was pretty good, I liked the spicy tuna the best, then the salmon and then the yellowtail the least. In order, I'd probably give the spicy tuna a 9/10, salmon 8/10 and yellowtail 7/10. However, the tiramisu was fantastic, one of the best tiramisus I have had, creamy, good notes of coffee flavor and wasn't overly sweet. Our server was also very friendly, she showed us how to properly eat the handrolls which was nice. The place also has a nice vibe to it, very relaxing and not too loud or overly grand.

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    Firefly

    Firefly

    4.3(84 reviews)
    0.9 miAuburndale, Flushing

    Firefly is easily one of my favorite spots right now -- the vibe, the drinks, and especially the…read moreservice make it stand out every single time. The real star of the night was Joyce behind the bar. She's the kind of bartender who instantly makes you feel welcome, like you've been a regular for years even if it's your first visit. She knows her drinks, makes amazing recommendations, and somehow keeps the energy fun and relaxed even when the bar gets busy. You can tell she genuinely cares about people having a good experience, and that kind of service is rare. Her gin and tonic was perfectly balanced -- crisp, refreshing, and honestly one of the best I've had. And the green tea shots? Dangerous in the best way possible. Smooth, flavorful, and way too easy to keep ordering because they go down so well. Joyce makes them with consistency and a little extra flair that makes the whole experience feel special. Food-wise, I highly recommend the pork dumplings -- flavorful, perfectly cooked, and the ideal pairing with drinks. Everything just worked together: great food, great drinks, and even better hospitality. Joyce truly elevates the entire atmosphere at Firefly, turning a normal night out into something memorable. If you're going, sit at the bar, trust her recommendations, and thank me later. 10/10 experience -- I'll absolutely be back.

    Food and drinks were really good! Service was stellar as well. Would come back again for the…read moreatmosphere. It's located in the middle of northern next to a lot of restaurants so it's super convenient as well.

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    When In Bangkok - thai - Updated August 2026

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