ZipPicks Awards
Best Thai in Bushwick
Master Critic Review
Tong
8.7
A Bushwick Thai room built around kub klaem-style small plates where spice, smoke, and punchy herbs are the point. The best move is to treat it like a shared-table crawl: one noodle anchor, two or three sharp-edged small plates, and let the kitchen’s heat do the storytelling.
Must-Try Dishes:
Khao Soi, Gai Tod (fried chicken), Yum Naem (crispy rice salad)
Scores:
Value: 7.1
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 9.2
Atmosphere: 8.6
Cultural Relevance: 8.8
What makes it special: Small-plates Thai with real heat and serious regional range.
Who should go: Spice-lovers planning a share-plates night.
When to visit: Weeknight dinner for a calmer table flow.
What to order: Khao soi, fried chicken, crispy rice salad.
Insider tip: Order one noodle dish early—then fill in with 2–3 small plates.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; limited availability and competitive after 6pm. Rideshare or subway is easier.
Dress code: Smart casual. Jeans are fine, but the room leans slightly dressy at night.
Noise level: Moderate to lively—good energy, but you can still hold a conversation.
Weekend wait: 30–60 minutes without a reservation during peak hours.
Weekday lunch: Not applicable—dinner-focused spot; check hours before planning a daytime visit.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—several vegetable-forward small plates and noodle options; ask about fish sauce.
Vegan options: Limited—possible with modifications; confirm sauces and broths with the server.
Gluten-free options: Some naturally gluten-free dishes available; cross-contact possible, so flag needs clearly.
Best For
Better for: High-heat, regional Thai flavors and kub klaem-style sharing with a date-night atmosphere.
Skip if: You want mild, Americanized Thai or a quiet, family-oriented dinner.