NYC's Thai food has improved dramatically, with Queens leading the way for authenticity. Elmhurst and Woodside offer real-deal Thai, while Manhattan has excellent options too.
Queens
Ayada Thai
$$ • Elmhurst
Queens' best Thai. Outstanding Isaan and northern Thai.
Khao Kang
$ • Elmhurst
Home-style Thai curry over rice. Lines for a reason.
SriPraPhai
$$ • Woodside
The original Queens Thai legend. Still excellent.
Manhattan
Thai Diner
$$ • Nolita
Thai-American diner concept. Creative and fun.
Fish Cheeks
$$ • NoHo
Seafood-focused Thai. Outstanding crab curry.
Uncle Boons
$$$ • Nolita
Elevated Thai with excellent technique.
Brooklyn & Beyond
Ugly Baby
$$ • Carroll Gardens
Authentic Thai with real heat. Outstanding.
Pok Pok NY
$$ • Brooklyn
Andy Ricker's northern Thai. Fish sauce wings essential.
Pure Thai Cookhouse
$ • Hell's Kitchen
Solid Thai in Midtown. Reliable.
Pro Tip: Take the 7 train to Elmhurst for NYC's most authentic Thai—the food court at Thai food scene rivals LA.