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Best Thai Restaurants in New York for Summer 2026

FeaturedUpdated June 12, 2026

Best Thai Restaurants in New York for Summer 2026 highlights 10 places in New York, including Thai Diner, LenLen, and Ayada. Find photos, tips, and booking options for your visit.

Best Thai Restaurants in New York for Summer 2026
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10 stops to try

Thai Diner — best solo dining restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Thai Diner

Thai186 Mott StHours & contact
(646) 559-4140
Monday
8:30 AM–10:30 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM–10:30 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM–10:30 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM–11:30 PM
Friday
8:30 AM–11:30 PM
Saturday
10 AM–11:30 PM
Sunday
10 AM–10:30 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Thai Diner gives New York a Thai stop built around brunch, breakfast, and eggs, with a practical fit for Thai dinners.

Thai Diner at 186 Mott St works for Thai dinners when you want brunch, breakfast, and eggs. Keep it in the mix for shared noodles or takeout orders, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

Thai dinners, shared noodles, takeout orders

Pro tip. Brunch is the best time to experience their creative menu.

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

LenLen — best thai restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

LenLen

Thai40 E 20th StHours & contact
(646) 429-8220
Monday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Tuesday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Thursday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Friday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Saturday
11:30 AM–12 AM
Sunday
11:30 AM–12 AM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

LenLen offers a modern take on Thai cuisine in NYC.

LenLen brings a fresh perspective to Thai cuisine with its modern decor and innovative menu. The massaman curry is a highlight, with its fragrant spices and tender meat.

Perfect for

Trying new dishes, modern dining, curry lovers

Pro tip. Enjoy their late-night hours for a relaxed dinner.

Best on Thursday or Friday dinner service

Ayada — best thai restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Ayada

Thai75 9th AveHours & contact
(212) 645-9445
Monday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Ayada gives New York a Thai stop built around pad thai, curry, and curries, with a practical fit for Thai dinners.

Ayada at 75 9th Ave works for Thai dinners when you want pad thai, curry, and curries. Keep it in the mix for shared noodles or takeout orders, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

Thai dinners, shared noodles, takeout orders

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Koo Thai (Upper West Side) — best thai restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Koo Thai (Upper West Side)

Thai917 Columbus AveHours & contact
(646) 666-0449
Monday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM–10 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Koo Thai gives New York a Thai stop built around thai curry, noodles, and curries, with a practical fit for Thai dinners.

Koo Thai at 917 Columbus Ave works for Thai dinners when you want thai curry, noodles, and curries. Keep it in the mix for shared noodles or takeout orders, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

Thai dinners, shared noodles, takeout orders

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Narkara — best thai restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Narkara

Thai5 E 17th StHours & contact
(212) 914-4987
Monday
5–9 PM
Tuesday
5–9 PM
Wednesday
5–9 PM
Thursday
5–9 PM
Friday
5–10 PM
Saturday
12–2:30 PM, 5–10 PM
Sunday
12–2:30 PM, 5–9 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Narkara gives New York a Thai stop built around curries, noodles, and group dinners, with a practical fit for Thai dinners.

Narkara at 5 E 17th St works for Thai dinners when you want curries, noodles, and group dinners. Keep it in the mix for shared noodles or takeout orders, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

Thai dinners, shared noodles, takeout orders

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Lan Larb Chiang Mai, Soho — best thai restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Lan Larb Chiang Mai, Soho

Thai227 Centre StHours & contact
(646) 895-9264
Monday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM–10 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM–10 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Lan Larb Chiang Mai, Soho gives New York a Thai stop built around thai curry, noodles, and curries, with a practical fit for Thai dinners.

Lan Larb Chiang Mai, Soho at 227 Centre St works for Thai dinners when you want thai curry, noodles, and curries. Keep it in the mix for shared noodles or takeout orders, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

Thai dinners, shared noodles, takeout orders

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Eim Khao Mun Kai East Village — best thai restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Eim Khao Mun Kai East Village

Thai129 2nd AveHours & contact
(646) 422-7720
Monday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM–9 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM–9 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Eim Khao Mun Kai East Village gives New York a Thai stop built around curries, noodles, and group dinners, with a practical fit for Thai dinners.

Eim Khao Mun Kai East Village at 129 2nd Ave works for Thai dinners when you want curries, noodles, and group dinners. Keep it in the mix for shared noodles or takeout orders, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

Thai dinners, shared noodles, takeout orders

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Pure Thai Cookhouse — best thai restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Pure Thai Cookhouse

Thai766 9th AveHours & contact
+1 212-581-0999
Monday
11:30 a.m.–10 p.m.
Tuesday
11:30 a.m.–10 p.m.
Wednesday
11:30 a.m.–10 p.m.
Thursday
11:30 a.m.–10 p.m.
Friday
11:30 a.m.–11 p.m.
Saturday
11:30 a.m.–11 p.m.
Sunday
11:30 a.m.–10 p.m.

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Pure Thai Cookhouse gives New York a Thai stop built around pad thai, shrimp, and curries, with a practical fit for Thai dinners.

Pure Thai Cookhouse at 766 9th Ave works for Thai dinners when you want pad thai, shrimp, and curries. Keep it in the mix for shared noodles or takeout orders, especially Friday dinner after 6pm.

Perfect for

Thai dinners, shared noodles, takeout orders

Best on Friday dinner after 6pm

Pranakhon — best thai restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Pranakhon

Thai88 University PlHours & contact
(212) 786-6789
Monday
11:30 AM–3:30 PM, 4:30–10 PM
Tuesday
11:30 AM–3:30 PM, 4:30–10 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–3:30 PM, 4:30–10 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–3:30 PM, 4:30–10 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–3:30 PM, 4:30–10:30 PM
Saturday
11:30 AM–3:30 PM, 4:30–10:30 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM–3:30 PM, 4:30–10 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Pranakhon offers a Thai street food experience.

Pranakhon invites diners to explore the and diverse street food culture of Thailand, offering a lively atmosphere and authentic dishes.

Perfect for

Exploring Thai street food

Best on Thursday or Friday dinner service

Fish Cheeks — best thai restaurants in New York, Summer 2026

Fish Cheeks

Thai55 Bond StHours & contact
(929) 713-0733
Monday
12–10 PM
Tuesday
12–10 PM
Wednesday
12–10 PM
Thursday
12–10 PM
Friday
12–11 PM
Saturday
12–11 PM
Sunday
12–10 PM

Listed venue details can change. Confirm holiday hours and entry details with the venue.

Fish Cheeks delivers bold and lively Thai flavors.

Fish Cheeks delivers bold and authentic Thai flavors in a lively setting, making it a favorite for those seeking a dynamic dining experience.

Perfect for

Bold Thai flavors in a lively setting

Best on Thursday or Friday dinner service