Best Thai curries in Hell's Kitchen, known for incredible fried fish.
Widely regarded as one of NYC's best Thai restaurants, this establishment offers an authentic taste of Thailand, with a particular focus on expertly prepared fried fish dishes that customers rave about. The curries are also a standout, often cited as the best in Hell's Kitchen. While generally acclaimed, a few diners have noted that while the food is very good, it might not always surpass exceptionally high expectations for unique flavors, though dishes like the vegetable pad see ew can be surprisingly delightful.
This Thai restaurant is highly praised for its authentic flavors, with many customers specifically recommending the fried fish dishes, such as the Panang fried fish with pineapple chunks and the garlic basil fried fish. The Thai curries are also noted as being among the best in the Hell's Kitchen area. While the majority of feedback is positive, one reviewer found the catfish salad interesting but other dishes less memorable, though they did enjoy the vegetable pad see ew.
"Highly recommended are the Panang fried fish with pineapple chunks and the garlic basil fried fish, along with their Thai curries."
Customers generally have a very positive view of the restaurant, frequently recommending it for its authentic Thai cuisine, particularly its fried fish dishes and curries. While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, a few mention that while good, the food didn't necessarily exceed expectations for those seeking exceptionally unique flavors.
Important Note
One user found the food good but not exceptional, stating it was comparable to Thai food available closer to home.
"Wondee Siam is recommended as one of the best Thai restaurants in Manhattan."
Positive"Wondee is listed as a recommendation."
Positive"Wondee Siam is considered one of the best Thai options in the area and is reasonably priced for the neighborhood."
Positive"Wondee Siam is recommended as a great Thai restaurant to try."
Positive"Wondee Siam is recommended as a Thai restaurant located on 52nd and 9th."
Positive"This user recommends Wondee Siam over Sala Thai for a more consistent 'meal' experience, implying it's better for a reliable dining experience."
Positive"The original poster clarifies that nothing at Wondee Siam tasted bad, but it also didn't blow them away; it was comparable to Thai food available at home."
Neutral"The original poster confirms Wondee Siam did not impress them, noting a preference for Thai food closer to home and that it didn't 'blow them away' compared to expectations for authentic Thai."
Negative"The user notes that the original poster didn't seem impressed with Wondee Siam, contrasting this with the common perception that 9/10 Thais consider it the best Thai restaurant in NYC."
Neutral"The catfish salad was interesting and tasty, but other dishes ordered did not stand out, with the vegetable pad see ew surprisingly being the favorite."
Neutral"Recommends Wondee Siam for fried fish lovers, specifically mentioning the Panang fried fish with pineapple chunks and a garlic basil one."
Positive"The author claims Wondee Siam has the best Thai curries in Hell's Kitchen and advises going to the original location on 9th Ave, which may still be BYOB."
Positive"Included in a list of recommended non-pizza restaurants, serving Thai cuisine."
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