Pukk
New York, NY 10003
Phone: (212) 253-2742
- Price:
- $
- Cross Street:
- Between 4th Street and 5th Street
- Directions:
- F, V at 2nd Ave; 6 at Astor Pl
- Hours:
- Sun-Thu 11:30am-10:30pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-11:30pm
Editorial Review for Pukk – by Karen Hudes
In Short
White subway tiles cover the floor and the walls of this narrow restaurant, which builds on the clean look with translucent chairs and green light effects. Most distinctive, though, is the all-vegetarian Thai menu. Market-fresh soups, noodles and curries are rounded out by veggies, tofu and various mushrooms, as well as the kitchen's high-quality renditions of duck, chicken and beef. Low prices and a lunch special add to the appeal.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkIn addition to lychee Thai iced tea, coconut juice and fresh soy milk, the restaurant serves beer, wine, cider and nonalcoholic beer.
Know Before You GoMost dishes are vegan, but some are made with egg by request.
The ExtrasThe unconventional desserts include a tarte tatin, a banana bar and lychee rice pudding brulee, made with coconut milk.
Lunch SpotA selection of lunch specials are available for $6.
User Reviews for Pukk
07/26/2008 Posted by nycinephile
Three members of Meetup’s Thrifty Gourmets and I field-tested Pukk on Tuesday, July 22nd at 7:45 PM. The young man at the cashier’s station did not greet me, but pleasantly acknowledged me as I entered the restaurant. The restaurant had held my reservation. I was seated promptly. Our waitress did not introduce herself, review the menu for us or highlight the day’s specials, but was quietly friendly and competent. I started my dinner with the very refreshing and flavorful ginger and sake drink. My fellow diners and I ordered and shared the Spicy Spring Roll, Eggplant Salad, Thai Suki, Pineapple Red Curry, Spicy Eggplant Tofu and Duck Basil. These orders were delivered promptly and correctly, and were presented attractively. Our table was quite small, however, and soon became crowded with the various platters. Virtually all of the dishes were tasty and satisfying. A number of them were nicely laced with hot pepper. Drink+shared entrees+tax+tip=$20/person.
Pros: Tasty food; lively atmosphere; well-executed interior design
Cons: Small tables; perfunctory service
05/10/2008 Posted by chefab
This place is like one giant bathroom, making the atmosphere less than desirable. The server acted irritated when I asked him to describe one of the dishes and the green curry (described on the menu as having bell peppers and other veg) had only tofu and bamboo shoots. Very disappointing considering the numerous thai options in the area.
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