Spicy, authentic southern Thai. Addictive papaya salad & fiery kua kling. Must-try mango sticky rice.
This East Village Thai restaurant, Mayree, brings the bold and vibrant flavors of southern Thai cuisine to New York City. Helmed by Chef Orawan Sawangphol, the menu is compact but impactful, featuring dishes known for their robust spice levels and distinct personalities. From the intensely flavorful *kua kling* to the delicate *park mor* dumplings, Mayree offers an authentic and exciting culinary experience, complemented by a thoughtful cocktail menu.
Mayree specializes in southern Thai cuisine, offering dishes with robust spice levels and distinct flavors. Highly recommended items include the papaya salad, which some find addictive, and the intensely flavorful *kua kling* (a dry, southern-style roasted pork curry). The mango sticky rice is also a popular choice for dessert. While not explicitly mentioned, the emphasis on spice suggests adventurous eaters will be most satisfied.
"The Khua Kling, a dry southern-style roasted pork curry, and the papaya salad are highly recommended for their intense flavors. For dessert, the mango sticky rice is a popular and satisfying choice."
Customers are highly enthusiastic about the authentic and flavorful Thai food, with particular praise for dishes like papaya salad and mango sticky rice. The unique spice profiles and quality ingredients contribute to a very positive overall dining experience.
Important Note
The restaurant emphasizes southern Thai cuisine which is known for its robust spice levels, so diners sensitive to heat should be aware.
"May Ree is recommended for its pretty amazing Thai food."
Positive"This user recommends the mango sticky rice from May Ree."
Positive"This user highly recommends MayRee for its papaya salad, stating they have an addiction to the place and that their food-savvy friends raved about it after a birthday dinner."
Positive"For Manhattan, I like the May Rree version though I haven't tried the version at Wayla"
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