50 Best Thai Restaurants near Englewood

“Don’t be fooled by the clean, modern, almost too-cool design of Thai Way. Inside, what waits is something much warmer: genuinely delicious Thai food, cooked with care, served with a real smile, and priced with unusual fairness.

We have now eaten here three times, and it is easily the best Thai food I’ve had in the U.S. so far — honestly, one of the best restaurant experiences I’ve had here, period. Not because it performs luxury, but because it does something much rarer: it makes you feel well fed, welcomed, and happy.

The lunch menu is an absolute gem. The portions are modest but satisfying, the prices are more than fair, and the dishes — pad Thai, pad kapow, green curry, the standard classics — are executed with real attention. You also get a small starter, like salad or wonton soup, and water appears immediately. Small things, but they matter.

The green curry, in particular, stayed with me. It had aroma, balance, and texture — not the flat, overly creamy, generic curry I’ve had too many times elsewhere. It tasted like plants, aromatics, and actual cooking. There was care in it.

On our latest visit, we ordered from outside the lunch menu: som tam, fried chive dumplings, fried branzino, and mango sticky rice. The som tam had that unmistakable Bangkok note from the tiny dried prawns — sharp, alive, a little funky in the best possible way. The fried chive dumplings were excellent: crisp, chewy, savory, almost like an Asian kube filled with Chinese chives. The branzino was well cooked and came with rice and a small side of som tam; good, though slightly less exciting than the other dishes.

And then came the mango sticky rice. The mango was ripe and sweet, the rice perfectly sticky and coconut-soaked, with a salty coconut cream on top — not condensed milk, not some heavy sweet shortcut. Just balance. Sweet, salty, fruity, nutty, soft, sticky, crisp from the toasted grains. A simple dessert executed so well it becomes almost poetic. I suffered from the same amnesia when I looked at the dish arriving and devoured it almost completely before taking the pic. This speaks for itself :)

Thai Way feels like a hidden gem in Englewood: owner-present, generous without being fake, modern without being cold, and deeply satisfying without trying too hard. Food, service, atmosphere — 5/5. A must.“

“I had an amazing experience at Khao Thai! From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the staff made me feel genuinely welcomed. The service was quick, attentive, and super friendly throughout the entire meal.

The food was absolutely incredible—everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. You can really tell they use high-quality ingredients and put care into every dish. The portion sizes were great, and every bite was packed with authentic Thai flavor.

This is easily one of the best spots in Englewood for Thai food. Whether you’re going for a casual dinner or taking friends out, Khao Thai never disappoints. I’ll definitely be coming back again soon!“

“Amazing food, service, and ambience! The braised pork belly was delicious, and the staff both friendly and professional!“

“Delicious food with great service“

“Love the pad thai so much. Really authentic Thai kitchen. Thank you so much guys. I really enjoyed this!“

“I love green curry, if I could eat just one food for the rest of my life it's green curry so I'm picky when I try a new place and this place was INCREDIBLE!!! I inhaled this dish like it was my last meal and wanted more, and great service“

“Stumbled upon this Thai restaurant, and was very pleased with the food and experience. The Khao soi chicken was cooked very tender and fell off the bone. Pad Kra Pow pork dish was also really satisfying. The food was spicy, but the flavour worked well to make you want more. Highly recommended!“

“Food was great and service was very quick. Nice ambiance as well.“

“Obao is one of my favorite restaurants in NYC! I have never been disappointed here. Best atmosphere, staff, food, and drinks all for a reasonable price. Highly, highly recommend!!! Especially the calamari 😋“

“They just revamped their menu and I’m all here for it! My favorites were the rice noodle rolls wrapped with tofu, bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, shiitake mushrooms, carrots and preserved radish, Thai beef stew and the Panang short ribs. The beef stew was SO tender and collagen rich, literally every bite was melt in your mouth. Short ribs, also as expected, tender and flavorful. The Thai ice cream was a perfect finish - sweet toppings, cold coconut ice cream, warm pandan sticky rice - all different flavors and textures but all work together in harmony.“

“Excellent food and service“

“The food here was excellent. I got the Pad Thai and it was one of the best I've ever had. Their appetizers are all very good. I'd highly recommend going here on a date or family dinner. Menu is a little pricy but worth it.“

“Food is really good and worth the value for your money. Servers were really nice and sociable! I love that they use thai language to greet and say thank you to customers. It’s what makes the experience in this restaurant one of a kind.“

“Great food. Why no bathroom?“

“Love the menu. Cocktails are delicious 😋. Friendly staff. I love this place“

“Great food, good ambiance.“

“I like this place a lot. I’ve been three times. They have a nice drink special too. My friends said they could smell the air freshener from the bathroom from our table and that the bathroom wasn’t nice. I didn’t smell that and the bathroom seemed normal to me.“

“Food was phenomenal, loved everything, one of the best places I’ve ever eaten at“

“We came on a Thursday right before the 4th. We were immediately seated and noticed the place was a little warm. Not a big deal because it is one of the hottest days this summer. It's almost 100. We got the High Mixed appetizer and the chicken pad Thai. The sampler was good. Spring rolls were good and the dumplings were good. Couldn't do the crab for seafood allergy but the fourth item, we didn't like. It was the texture and didn't have the flavor I was expecting based on the presentation. Service was ok. They had a little bit of a crowd and got them out of there promptly. The pad Thai was really good. It had the perfect amount of flavor and it was light. We needed it to be light because it is hot outside and we still have a lot of walking to do. Overall, it was good. That last item on the High Mixed can go.“

“Wonderful thai restaurant — with a full service bar, really clean and nice interior, with tons of seating.

The food is always wonderful — the pad Thai with chicken is great. The staff is very welcoming, providing excellent service!

A great, easy Friday evening dinner spot.“

“Tasty food. Good presentation and small cozy place. Staff was accommodating. We had a party of 5. We waited a bit to be seated because it’s a small place. Food came hot. Their chive pancake was good. Their spicy fried rice was spicy, but good. I’ve been twice and I’ll keep coming back. A bit busy at times, but easy to get a seat if you’re a small table.“

“This is one of the most delicious Thai meals I've ever had. The lunch deal is awesome. An entree and soup for $22. I added on a lager for $7. In NYC that's a deal for food of this quality. The interior is well designed, music creates great ambiance. The service is prompt and friendly. Go!!“

“This is the best and most delicious Thai food I’ve ever eaten. You also have the option to make your dish spicy ~ which I LOVE. They made the panang curry extra spicy and it was phenomenal. Service is quick too! Highly recommend!!!“

“Overall, good value and we’d definitely try again.“

“Fresh and delicious. We loved the starters and the Beef main. Fun place.“

“Obao is one of my favorite restaurants in NYC! I have never been disappointed here. Best atmosphere, staff, food, and drinks all for a reasonable price. Highly, highly recommend!!! Especially the calamari 😋“

“Pickleball got cancelled thanks to the rain, so we pivoted to Koo Thai and have no regrets.

After an indecisive debate between Thai, Mediterranean, and Indian food, Thai was the winner. The basil fried rice and Panang curry were comforting and the colors were beautiful. The restaurant is a sweet little space and a rainy-night win.“

“What a great hole in the wall for authentic Thai cuisine. This place has only been open for 3 years, but I sense they will be open for years to come.

The food is incredible, the service was quick, and the a/c was running.

My friend and I shared the som tum with shrimp (with fermented fish sauce), fried chicken skins, and hainanese/fried chicken combo. Everything was incredibly packed with umami, spice, and tang, perfect for a hot summer day.

The som tum with fermented fish sauce is authentic and reminded me of my trip to Bangkok many years ago. It was refreshing, spicy, and packed with flavor from the papaya and sauces. The shrimp was tender and melted in my mouth.

The fried chicken/hainanese chicken combo was also sublime. It was tender, and really paired well with the rice. I love how there wasn’t much bone to the chicken, which made it really easy to eat. I loved it with the sweet and sour sauce, giving it more dimension.

The fried chicken skins were such a great appetizer. I wish it was served warm, but overall, it complimented the som tum we had.

Would I come back to this place? Absolutely. I highly recommend this spot for diners who want an authentic Thai street food experience, and I cannot wait to come back and try the other specialties they have to offer.“

“Food and drink is great - authentic northern Thai food - duck isn’t greasy, the chicken liver & gizzards is to die for - everything is perfectly seasoned & the best part they made me my favorite salad - spicy cucumber salad which isn’t on the menu - will be going back for some more great eats!“

“We always order take out from here but decided to dine in and so happy we did! We sat in the back patio which is covered and had live music. Very nice ambiance.

Food was very delicious as always. A little spicy but the right amount even for those who like mild.

Mind ohm fah was our wonderful server. Very attentive and gave good recommendations.

Can’t wait to come back!“

“Must try... Great hospitality and food. Yummy 😋“

“The vibe alone draws you in from the street. The friendly service gets you to take a seat, and the food makes you want to come back! You don’t have to wait long, and it’s worth every minute! We brought our teenage sons for their first taste of Thai, and they ate every bite! The Mango Sticky Rice was amazing! We’ll be back!“

“I gave this place five stars for one reason only: I wanted the people to read my review. If I gave one star, the review would be pushed back to the end. My review... Worst food we ever had in our lives!! Bland and expensive. It came with none of the toppings we ordered!! Tasteless and dry. I suspect the food was kept in the heat for most of the day. STAY AWAY FROM THIS S...HOLE!!!! It should be reported and closed. I can only imagine the unsanitary conditions of the place. Restaurants that do not care about the quality of their products do not care about hygiene.“

“Hello, this is my first time trying Thai food. Excellent service and AAAA+++++“

“Had a great dinner at Sailong Thai! We ordered the Spicy Pork Legs and the Black Spaghetti, and both were absolutely delicious. The pork was tender and packed with flavor, and the black spaghetti was unique, rich, and perfectly cooked.

A special shoutout to our server, AM, who was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made us feel so welcome throughout the meal. Their recommendations and great service made the experience even better.

Highly recommend if you’re looking for authentic Thai food and outstanding hospitality. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Very good vibes. Love this! 💐🌺🍴🥢“

“Love the customer service and food as well as setting.“

“The roasted chicken bowl was tasty, the rice had a good flavor too. The chili lime fries had a wonderful flavor and were nice and crunchy.“

“Of course it’s a basic dish that every Thai restaurant has — but the crispy pork basil at this place is hands down the best in the neighborhood.
I highly recommend this small restaurant — the flavors are anything but ordinary.“

“Absolutely Incredible food and family Owned service“

“Everything we had ordered were delicious. Pad Thai is one of the best. We kept coming back during our NY trip. Service was top notch. 100% recommended who's looking for Thai authentic food. You will be satisfied.“

“Wonderful owners make amazing Thai food. I have been to many in the area. This was hands down the best.“

“Great, delicious Thai food. The Thai Tea is amazing and the prices are great! The staff is also incredibly kind and dedicated!“

“Amazing food! My husband and I stopped by for Friday night dinner. We tried the fried calamari, Pad Kana Moo Grob (Sautéed crispy pork belly with chinese broccoli in garlic sauce.), Pork Chops Vegetable Garlic Sauce, crab fried rice and for dessert, the mango coconut sticky rice. All of it was just delicious! Highly recommend coming to try. Plus: BYOB“

“I'm Malaysian and let me tell you that this is home to the BEST nasi lemak in the city. The sambal is 12/10 sedap (delicious). Everything on the menu we tried was a banger. Can't wait to come back. Note that the space is a little tight, so plan accordingly. The family that runs this place are lovely.“

“The best Thai food I have found so far in NYC. Relatively authentic taste, reasonably priced, friendly service, and less busy/crowded than the Thai restaurants on 9th Ave. Will definitely return. :-)“

“Food Was Great Server Could Have Been More Attentive & Paid More Attention Maybe Because We Were Sitting Outside :/ Recommend Food For Sure“

“The food at Tana Thai is consistently excellent. The service is always good and the atmosphere of the restaurant is peaceful and relaxing. I highly recommend this restaurant.“

“Burger Baby by Wonder absolutely exceeded my expectations! I had the truffle burger, and it was incredible perfectly cooked, so juicy, and packed with flavor. You can really tell they use quality ingredients. Wonder also has cookies that were just as amazing. My son absolutely loved them and couldn’t stop talking about how good they were. It’s definitely a place we’ll be coming back to.
I highly recommend Burger Baby“