Authentic Thai in Queens w/ Michelin nods. Known for spicy & flavorful dishes like crispy catfish salad & minced pork.
This Elmhurst Thai gem, recognized by Michelin, offers an authentic taste of Thailand right in Queens. Praised for its vibrant and often spicy flavors, it consistently receives high marks for dishes like the "Yum Pla Duk Fu" (crispy catfish salad) and "Kua Kling Moo" (spicy minced pork). It's a go-to spot for those seeking genuine Thai cuisine with excellent value, making it a favorite among locals and discerning foodies alike.
This Thai restaurant is celebrated for its authentic and often spicy flavors, with particular acclaim for its "Yum Pla Duk Fu" (crispy catfish with mango salad), "Kua Kling Moo" (spicy minced pork), and "Khao Soi Gai" (curry noodle soup). While many dishes are highly recommended, some users have noted inconsistencies in spice levels for certain dishes.
"Standout dishes include the "Yum Pla Duk Fu" (crispy catfish salad), "Kua Kling Moo" (spicy minced pork), "Miang Kha Na", "Khao Soi Gai" (curry noodle soup), and the whole fried red snapper."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the restaurant for its authentic and flavorful Thai cuisine, often noting the intensity of the spice levels and the excellent value. The "Yum Pla Duk Fu" and "Kua Kling Moo" are frequently highlighted as must-try dishes.
Important Note
Some customers have noted that while dishes can be very spicy as requested, the spice level can sometimes be inconsistent or not as intense as expected for 'Thai spicy'.
"Saranrom Thai is listed as a frequently visited restaurant."
Positive"This comment lists Saranrom Thai alongside Sophie's Rangoon Kitchen and Eim Khao Mun Kai as contributing to the strong culinary offerings on a specific block in Elmhurst, noting its accessibility."
Neutral"SaRanRom in Elmhurst is praised as a fantastic Thai restaurant that is unassuming but well-acclaimed."
Positive"After a previous recommendation for Chao Thai was noted to have decreased in quality, this commenter recommends Saranrom Thai as still being good, though it can get packed."
Positive"This commenter lists Saranrom Thai as a place with good drunken noodles."
Positive"User lists Saranrom Thai as a go-to affordable restaurant."
Positive"This user bookmarked Saranrom Thai because of how delicious their whole fried fish looks in reviews."
Positive"Saranrom Thai is a Thai place that serves fried whole red snapper."
Positive"The original poster's dad really enjoyed the whole fried red snapper with sweet chili sauce at Saranrom Thai."
Positive"This commenter recommends trying dishes with sator (stink bean/petai) and salted crab in the papaya salad at Saranrom, indicating a liking for funky or strong flavors."
Positive"In response to CabassoG's recommendation of Miang Kha-Na, the original poster agrees it's very good and adds Kua Kling to their list for a future visit, noting that they feel they've barely explored the offerings."
Positive"The commenter strongly recommends the Miang Kha-Na and Kua Kling dishes from Saranrom, particularly if one enjoys spicy food."
Positive"Saranrom is noted as a Michelin-recommended Thai restaurant in Elmhurst. The user specifically recommends the mango salad over crispy catfish shreds, describing its combination of bright, tart mango with shatteringly crispy catfish."
Positive"Saranrom Thai is listed as a recommended Asian restaurant."
Positive"The user recommends the mango sticky rice at Saranrom Thai."
Positive"The user mentions that Saronrom offers Miang Kha-Na, which is a specialized dish. Although the preparation is mixed beforehand, it's still a favorite dish of the commenter."
Positive"The papaya salad with salted crab from Saranrom Thai in Elmhurst is a recommended appetizer."
Positive"Miang Kha Na from Saranrom is mentioned as a recommended dish."
Positive"The mango salad from Saranrom Thai was also mentioned as very good."
Positive"The duck penang was listed as a favorite."
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