Rochester, NY
For Thai in Rochester, the local food press points to ThaiYada Restaurant, Khong Thai Cuisine, and The King and I Cuisine of Thailand. Picks from CITY Magazine, updated July 2026.
Editor’s picks
Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in CITY Magazine. Updated July 2026.
ThaiYada Restaurant · Rochester
A funky local spot with solid classics and wonderful sticky rice with mango.
The King and I Cuisine of Thailand · Rochester
Flavorful papaya salad and pad see ew with clearly-marked vegetarian options.
Seasoning Thai Bistro Elmwood, Rochester NY · Elmwood
Seasoning Thai Bistro on Elmwood Avenue placed as a Best Asian Restaurant finalist in CITY Magazine's 2025 readers' poll, in the year Han Noodle Bar won. It is a Thai kitchen near the University of Rochester and Strong hospital running the standard curries and noodle dishes. Order a curry or a plate of pad see ew off the Thai menu.
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