New York, NY

For Thai in New York, the local food press points to Thai Diner, KRU Brooklyn, and Hug Esan. Picks from The Infatuation, updated April 2026.

Editor’s picks

Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in The Infatuation. Updated April 2026.

Thai Diner · Nolita

The Infatuation's top-rated Thai (9.6) — Nolita Thai-American diner on the ranked NYC Thai guide.

KRU Brooklyn · Williamsburg

The Infatuation (8.8) — Williamsburg Thai ranked in the NYC Thai guide.

Hug Esan · Elmhurst

The Infatuation (8.7) — Elmhurst Isan-style Thai on the ranked NYC Thai guide.

The Infatuation (8.7) — Queens Thai ranked on the NYC Thai guide.

Ayada · Elmhurst

The Infatuation (8.6) — the Woodside Ave Thai standby ranked in the NYC Thai guide.

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