Hug Esan
$$ • Thai, Laotian, Vietnamese
Hours:
77-16 Woodside Ave, Queens
(929) 328-0392
About Hug Esan
Customers' Favorites
Thai Fried Rice with Onion Scallion Cilantro and Egg
Grilled Squid with Chili Lime Sauce
Papaya Salad with Salted Egg
Thai Salad with Raw Shrimp
Papaya Salad Add Shrimp
Hug Esan Papaya Salad
Crispy Whole Tilapia
Hug Esan Pork Crape
Steamed Rice Noodle
Pork Spring Rolls
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Hours
| Monday | 12 - 3:30PM 4:30 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 4:30 - 9PM 12 - 3:30PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30 - 9PM 12 - 3:30PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 12 - 3:30PM 4:30 - 9PM |
| Saturday | 12 - 3:30PM 4:30 - 9PM |
| Sunday | 4:30 - 9PM 12 - 3:30PM |
Hug Esan is a small restaurant with only four tables, offering an authentic Thai Esan food experience. The menu features flavorful dishes, such as Nam Khao Todd, spicy papaya salad, chicken liver satay, and grilled squid. Many customers praise the food for its vibrant and fresh flavors, with some dishes like larb pla and somtum salad being highly recommended for their large fish portions and tasty sauces. The staff are friendly, attentive, and patient, taking time to explain dishes and ensuring a satisfying experience. The atmosphere feels original and cozy, making it a great spot for family and friends. The restaurant maintains consistency in quality, with skilled kitchen staff and a tidy, comfortable space. The dishes are reasonably priced, and calling ahead for larger groups is suggested. Despite its small size, Hug Esan offers a genuine and impressive culinary journey into regional Thai Esan cuisine that keeps customers returning for more. It is a cash-only establishment.