ZipPicks Awards
Best Thai in Forest Hills
Master Critic Review
Nine Thai Restaurant and Bar
7.6
A Queens Blvd Thai menu built for big, familiar flavors with enough breadth to cover noodles, soups, and shareables for a mixed group. It’s most reliable when you order around the greatest hits—one spicy soup, one noodle, and one grilled item—so the meal stays punchy instead of scattered.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tom yum noodle soup, Tiger cry steak, Pad see ew
Scores:
Value: 7.8
Service: 7.1
Consistency: 7.4
Food Quality: 7.9
Atmosphere: 6.6
Cultural Relevance: 7.3
What makes it special: A broad Thai menu that’s best when you order the classics with intention.
Who should go: Groups craving noodles, soup, and spice
When to visit: Late dinner when other kitchens slow down
What to order: Tom yum noodle soup, tiger cry steak, pad see ew
Insider tip: Choose one soup and one noodle first—add grilled items only if needed.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; can be difficult on Queens Blvd after 6pm, easier later at night once traffic thins
Dress code: Casual—jeans and sneakers are fine; no need to dress up
Noise level: Moderate to lively—conversation is easy at the table but the room stays active
Weekend wait: 20–40 min during peak dinner; shorter after 9pm
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—multiple noodle, curry, and vegetable-based options
Vegan options: Limited—possible with modifications; confirm sauces when ordering
Gluten-free options: Limited—some rice noodle dishes work, but soy-based sauces are common
Best For
Better for: Late-night Thai cravings, mixed groups, and ordering familiar classics that hit reliably.
Skip if: You want refined presentation, quieter dining, or a chef-driven Thai experience—look elsewhere for a more polished meal.