Tha Phraya

Ying Xiao a month ago

2026 Michelin Bib Gourmand Restaurant. The experience was so-so; the ambiance was cramped, but a few dishes were okay. Miang-Kham: Supposedly a Michelin-recommended dish, but none of us could appreciate it… The bitterness of the konjac leaves was overwhelming, combined with the spiciness of ginger, chili, and onions, making each bite a painful experience. The dried shrimp, coconut flakes, and sweet and sour sauce couldn't salvage it. Crab Fried Rice Lava: A signature dish, and it was a safe bet. The rice was fried with a nice wok hei (wok aroma), very fragrant; the egg crepe and crab meat were also good, but personally, I thought it was a bit overcooked. Adding the spicy and sour Thai seafood dipping sauce helped cut through the richness, but it easily made the fried rice moist, and the creativity wasn't as good as the one in the September in Bangkok restaurant in New Haven, CT, which highlighted the spiciness of raw garlic. Pla Yang: My friend ordered this. Objectively speaking, the fish was grilled quite well, with crispy skin and tender meat, but it was just a simple grilled fish, served with the same Thai seafood dipping sauce. Nothing special. Panang Nuea: My friend ordere

james amster 5 months ago

This UES staple serves up incredibly well crafted Thai food and cocktails. The happy hour features are great and the noodles are delicious. I really can’t say enough good things about this place. We even lost our gift certificate and the helpful waiter and hostess got on the phone with toast POS and found it for us. 6 stars if I could.

Canon B 5 months ago

Wonderful experience! The food: Fantastic. Authentic Thai, not boring "Americanized" Thai. Service: Our server was very helpful with suggestions and attentive. Atmosphere: Comfortable, relaxing, nice lighting/ ambiance, background music not too loud.

Nikko Ong 6 months ago

So good!!! I really liked the pork belly dish, but the pad Thai was a little sweet. Update: I’ve been here 4 times in the last year and the hits keep coming. Highly recommend the branzino and shrimp curry and the pork belly, plus the raw shrimp and spring roll appetizers are great. Great atmosphere, good service, a little loud and tight considering how many tables there are, but it’s pretty easy to get a reservation. Love it! It deserves that bib gourmand

Jessie Lin 10 months ago

I had a great dining experience at Tha Phraya! The restaurant offers some of the best Thai flavors I’ve had in New York, and the dishes were fresh, well-seasoned, and beautifully presented. My favorites were the Spicy Crab Mango Salad, the Roast Duck Red Curry, and their signature Cha No.5—each one stood out in flavor and balance. The seafood platter and lava crab fried rice were generous in portion and perfect for sharing. The space feels cozy and welcoming, and the service was friendly throughout our meal. Definitely a spot worth visiting if you’re looking for authentic Thai food on the Upper East Side.