Inventive Southern Thai seafood & curries [1] w/ a great cocktail menu in Hell's Kitchen. Must-try crab curry & mango sticky rice dessert! [1, 2]
Chalong is a standout Thai restaurant in Hell's Kitchen, celebrated for its inventive Southern Thai cuisine and focus on seafood [1]. The restaurant offers a stylish yet simple ambiance with a strong cocktail menu [1]. Must-try dishes include the grilled shrimp in coconut curry, fried garlic-braised ribs, and a delicious mango sticky rice dessert [1]. The crab curry and squid ink fried rice are also frequently praised by diners [2, 3].
Chalong specializes in Southern Thai cuisine, with a particular emphasis on seafood and curries [1]. Standout dishes frequently mentioned include the crab curry [2, 3], squid ink fried rice [4], roti [5], and goat curry [6]. The restaurant also offers unique dishes like Pak Mor dumplings and Picanha Kraw Praw [7, 8]. While generally receiving high praise, one diner noted the custard curry was not very spicy [9].
"Highly recommended dishes include the roti, crab curry, squid ink fried rice, and goat curry [1, 2, 3]. For dessert, the mango sticky rice with coconut ice cream is a must-try [4]."
Customers overwhelmingly praise Chalong, highlighting its inventive Southern Thai dishes, particularly seafood and curries [1, 2, 3]. The restaurant is considered a top Thai option in Manhattan, with many diners calling it a favorite and a repeat spot [4, 5].
Important Note
One user noted that Chalong can be a bit loud and is pricier than some other options [1]. Another diner mentioned that while they expected a spicy custard curry, it was not very spicy, possibly indicating a recipe change [2].
"Chalong is recommended as a place for excellent Thai food in Manhattan, especially if not traveling to Elmhurst in Queens."
Positive"Chalong is recommended."
Positive"Chalong is recommended as a great Thai restaurant near the Theater District, suitable for solo diners with no dress code."
Positive"This user seconded the recommendation for Chalong, noting that there are no bad choices on the menu."
Positive"The user recommends Chalong as a great Thai option in Hell's Kitchen."
Positive"Chalong is recommended for a slightly higher-end Thai dining experience."
Positive"Agrees with the recommendation for Chalong."
Positive"This Thai restaurant, which focuses on seafood, is delicious and located on 9th Ave, offering an escape from the Broadway crowds. The commenter frequently dines here before or after shows."
Positive"This user plans to visit Chalong soon based on recommendations."
Positive"Another user endorsed Chalong, having recently visited and found the food amazing. They particularly enjoyed the squid ink fried rice."
Positive"This user added a '+1' to the recommendation for Chalong, specifically praising their crab curry."
Positive"Chalong Southern Thai in Hell's Kitchen is highlighted as a favorite by this user."
Positive"The user recommended Chalong in Hell's Kitchen (at 51st and 9th Ave) as their favorite Thai spot in Midtown, also suggesting Sabai as a possibility."
Positive"Chalong is mentioned as a restaurant recommendation."
Neutral"Chalong was recommended as a Thai place to consider for a bite before or after the theatre."
Positive"Chalong is mentioned as one of multiple Thai restaurants along 9th Avenue in the theater district suitable for lunch."
Positive"Found the crab curry at Chalong to be ridiculously good."
Positive"Recommended the crab curry at Chalong."
Positive"Chalong was mentioned as one of the great Thai restaurants located on 9th avenue, a bit further west from the theater district."
Positive"This user recommended Fish Cheeks and Bangkok Super Club for Thai food, and also suggested Tyger for a cooler vibe with good Asian fusion food."
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