ZipPicks Awards
Best Thai in Ridgewood
Master Critic Review
Seth Thai Restaurant
7.9
A newer Ridgewood Thai option that’s best approached through its rich, savory lanes—noodles and fried rice—rather than trying to sample everything at once. The cooking leans satisfying and comfort-forward, and it’s a good rotation spot when you want something beyond the standard pad thai autopilot.
Must-Try Dishes:
Drunken Noodles with Duck, Pineapple Fried Rice with Duck, Duck Rolls
Scores:
Value: 7.9
Service: 7.7
Consistency: 7.6
Food Quality: 8.1
Atmosphere: 6.3
Cultural Relevance: 7.3
What makes it special: Strong duck-forward comfort dishes in a tight neighborhood format.
Who should go: Noodle-and-fried-rice loyalists
When to visit: Lunch specials or early dinner
What to order: Duck drunken noodles, duck pineapple fried rice, duck rolls
Insider tip: Commit to one duck main and one side—skip over-ordering starters.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; manageable during the day but tighter after 6pm on Fresh Pond Road.
Dress code: Casual — jeans and everyday wear are completely fine.
Noise level: Low to moderate — easy to hold a conversation without raising your voice.
Weekend wait: 15–30 minutes during peak hours, often shorter if you arrive early.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — several noodle and rice dishes can be ordered vegetarian.
Vegan options: Limited — possible with customization, but not a dedicated vegan menu.
Gluten-free options: Some rice-based dishes may work, but cross-contact is likely; best to ask before ordering.
Best For
Better for: Duck-focused Thai comfort dishes and savory noodle or fried-rice plates that feel richer than typical neighborhood Thai.
Skip if: You’re looking for a polished date-night room or a broad menu sampling experience — this spot rewards focused ordering.