Authentic Thai w/ regional specialties & creative cocktails. Michelin-recommended.
This Thai restaurant offers a journey from the Upper East Side to Bangkok with its vibrant decor and a menu that ventures beyond typical Thai offerings. Diners can explore regional specialties like Northern Thai sausage spring rolls, Khao Soi, and Phuket-style curries. The experience is further enhanced by creative cocktails and dishes like the highly praised crab fried rice and tender roasted duck noodles.
The cuisine is Thai, with a strong emphasis on regional specialties beyond the usual fare. Dishes like Khao Soi, Northern Thai sausage spring rolls, and Phuket-style curries are highlighted. While many dishes receive high praise, including the crab fried rice and shrimp donuts, some find the taro spring rolls bland and mention that the spice level can be toned down. The overall food experience is considered excellent by most, with a few exceptions regarding specific dishes or perceived value for money.
"Standout dishes include the Khao Soi, crab fried rice, and shrimp donuts. The Northern Thai sausage spring rolls and Phuket-style curries are also recommended for their unique regional flavors."
Customers generally have a very positive view of the restaurant, praising its food quality and unique dishes, though some note it can be pricey.
Important Note
Some customers find the restaurant to be pricey and felt they left hungry after their visit. One user also noted the atmosphere could feel 'sterile and weird' when it first opened.
"This user recommended Tha Phraya, noting its Upper East Side location."
Positive"This user enthusiastically endorsed Tha Phraya, calling it 'super legit' and mentioning its Upper East Side location."
Positive"This user listed Tha Phraya as a recommended Thai restaurant."
Positive"Tha Praya was an excellent Thai restaurant on the UES, but it had to 'tone itself down for the locals'."
Negative"The user simply states the name of the restaurant, Tha Phraya."
Neutral"The user briefly states that they have had miang kham at Tha Phraya."
Neutral"This user strongly recommends Tha Phraya, indicating it is among their top choices."
Positive"This user ranks Tha Phraya as their second choice for Thai food."
Positive"This user recommends Tha Phraya for general Thai dishes, distinguishing it from Northeastern Thai cuisine."
Positive"This user recommends Tha Phraya as their second choice for Thai food."
Positive"This user lists Tha Phraya among their top Thai food choices."
Positive"This user suggested Tha Phraya as potentially the best Thai restaurant in the city, mentioned in the context of recommending Hoexter's."
Positive"Tha Praya was recommended for Thai food."
Positive"Recommends Tha Phraya on the UES as the best Thai option outside of Queens."
Positive"A direct recommendation for Tha Phraya on the Upper East Side."
Positive"Tha Phraya is recommended for Thai food."
Positive"This commenter notes that while the vibe at Tha Phraya wasn't terrible, it was sterile and weird when it first opened."
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