Bustling Thai street food vibe, immersive decor & inventive cocktails. Must-try: mussels in curry custard & grilled pork jowl.
Phra Nakhon, a contemporary Thai restaurant, aims to transport diners to the bustling alleyways of Bangkok with its immersive decor. The menu celebrates vibrant street food, featuring standout dishes like the flavorful hor mok hoy mang phu (mussels in curry custard) and the aromatic namtok kor moo yang (grilled pork jowl). Don't miss the unique curry pancake, and complement your meal with their inventive, Thai soap opera-themed cocktails.
Pranakhon offers a vibrant take on Thai street food, with dishes like hor mok hoy mang phu (mussels in curry custard) and namtok kor moo yang (grilled pork jowl) receiving high marks. The Khao Yum is frequently recommended as a unique and visually stunning dish. While many enjoy the well-executed flavors, a few commenters noted that the spice levels could be higher or the overall flavors more intense. The crab fried rice and pad thai are also frequently mentioned as excellent choices.
"Highly recommended dishes include the Khao Yum (a visually stunning and unique Thai salad), hor mok hoy mang phu (mussels in curry custard), and namtok kor moo yang (grilled pork jowl). The pad thai, crab fried rice, and various duck/pork over rice dishes are also frequently praised."
Customers generally praise the restaurant for its authentic Thai street food experience and unique, flavorful dishes, though some find the flavors a bit tame or wish for more intensity.
Important Note
Some diners found the flavors to be a bit tame or wished for more spice, and the atmosphere can be loud and crowded. One reviewer had a mixed experience, finding some dishes less impressive than others and suggesting it might be better for takeout.
"The user is inquiring about minimum spending requirements for a party of 9 at Pranakhon, which was quoted at $85-$90 per person for a birthday dinner."
Neutral"This commenter found Pranakhon delicious but questioned the stated minimum of $85-$90 per person, noting that entrees are typically around $30. They suggested potentially booking two separate tables to accommodate a large group."
Positive"Pranakhon is mentioned as a good Thai restaurant in Manhattan."
Positive"Pranakhon is listed among the commenter's top ten favorite Thai restaurants in Manhattan."
Positive"This commenter considers Pranakhon an amazing Thai restaurant in Manhattan, suggesting it's difficult to find a better one in the city."
Positive"This user seconded the recommendation for Pranakhon, specifically praising it as a great Thai restaurant."
Positive"Pranakhon was suggested as a dining option, with its Union Square location highlighted for its accessibility."
Positive"The user was impressed with Pranakhon's lunch specials during a recent visit."
Positive"Pranakhon is recommended over Sappe because its menu of classic dishes is preferred, and Sappe is considered too loud."
Positive"Pranakhon was considered mediocre and better suited for takeout due to a rushed dining experience."
Negative"The Khao Yum is a delicious and visually appealing composed salad, unique to NYC. However, the commenter felt that the flavors at Pranakhon could be more intense."
Neutral"The Khao Yum was tasty, but the kor moo yang and papaya salad were not impressive. Pranakhon was considered mediocre overall, better for takeout than dining in."
Neutral"The commenter lives in the neighborhood and frequents Pranakhon because it offers food that is difficult to make at home and is reasonably priced."
Positive"Their pad Thai is delicious and comparable to homemade Thai food. Dishes over rice, such as duck, roast pork, or pork belly, are also highly recommended. A steamed fish was outstanding, and overall, the commenter has enjoyed everything tried."
Positive"The food at Pranakhon is fantastic, though the atmosphere is loud and can be crowded."
Positive"Pranakhon is mentioned as a great restaurant choice for those willing to travel slightly outside the West Village."
Positive"This commenter's favorite pad see ew is from Pranakhon, praising its wok hei and fried tofu."
Positive"This commenter simply listed Pranakhon as a recommended Thai restaurant."
Positive"Pranakhon is recommended and stated to be better than Soothr by this commenter."
Positive"This user believes Pranakhon is easily the best, mentioning it's one of their specials and comes with prawns by default."
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