06/18/09

I could eat here every night - if only I lived there

by jjpmom

I had two of my three best meals in NYC at Pongsri. I like already liked Thai food, but this Thai was absolute perfection! The first time I stuck with my traditional favorites likethe Thom Ka Gai soup and Green curry, but on my return visit I branched out and tried something new and I was not disappointed. The manager, Tina ,was gracious and warm and the food delivery was paced just how we wanted it. And if that weren't enough, the prices here are very fair - I ate at a few other restaurants that were not nearly worth the money they wanted for their food. This place is a terrific value....excellent food that doesn't cost you an arm and a leg (or your first born) ! A rare find in NYC!

• Pros: The food
• Cons: Can't think of any

03/13/09

great thai food

by nightdove

i thought the food would taste like thai american but i was surprised that it was actually great. i felt that i was in thailand again..try the fish with sweet and spicy sauce or their phad thai..highly recommended for those people who love thai dishes.

• Pros: friendly staff, great food
• Cons: dim light

02/26/09

Very delicious Thai dished

by WatanabeI

I went there with a group of my friends and found that this 37-year-old restaurant offered very friendly services and delicious foods (well, since they have operated the restaurant for 37 years, I would say they must have something good). The price is very reasonable and they would even go so far to customize their dishes to satisfy customers (e.g. one of my friend is allergic to many foods and they did not hesitate to change their dish for her). If you like curry, this is a place you could find many delicious special curry dishes (try Soft shell crab curry sauce). I would definitely recommend this restaurant to my friends.

• Pros: Services, delicious foods, convenient location
• Cons: They don't take Visa or Mastercard, only Amex and cash

02/15/09

Fish is not fresh

by nacazo

Ths soup was excellent. The fish was terrible, not fresh, left a bad taste on my mouth.

Not going there any time soon.

01/31/08

If you like spice, try this!

by camohunter

These folks are very accommodating within their own style of food, not to mention very nice. Tai hot has never quite satisfied me in other places. (of course I eat habaneros off the plant) It seems the warnings on most Tai menus are just there for show, but here you will find the heat you crave. Try the Jungle Curry soup and tell them to pump it up a bit too! WARNING:not for the faint of heart!

The best thing is that you can eat the way you like and so can your milder taste guest.

07/27/06

BEST THAI FOOD IN NYC!!!

by le_liu

I've been going to this restaurant for years. I love Thai food so you can't blame me for exploring other Thai restaurants in the city. However, I can't seem to find one restaurant that beat the authentic taste of Thai recipes Pongsri serves. I truly recommend the TOM yUm GounG soup. If you love hot and very spicy soup...you GOTTA ORDER the soup!! Plus, my favorite dish is Pad Kee Mao. The dish will bring you to your true senses.

• Pros: Great service and food.
• Cons: I wish they were closer to home so I can order take out every night....

06/26/06

Has my respect

by marinshannon

I'm eaten at Pongsri for a number of years. Its one of the first Thai Restaurants I tried. Over the years, they have gotten better in terms of service and food quality. Would I recommend this place. yes! Their service is near the top in my book. Their staff is quick, friendly and professional. If anyone has my respect.. its this place.

• Pros: Friendly, professional, and good food
• Cons: None that I can think of

02/24/06

Thai food in chinatown

by angelx

This place is great for cheap eats. The pad thai is a little on the sweet side but if you like sweet, then this is perfect for you!

• Pros: Cheap Eats, Pad Thai
• Cons: Can get crowded

06/03/04

Reliable Thai in the shadow of downtown's courthouses.

by Contributor

The Scene
Lunch at this Chinatown institution can be a sunny spot in an otherwise dreary day of jury duty. Decorative touches like Thai masks and travel posters offset the cafeteria feel of the wood-paneled dining room. Low prices and quick service bolster the mass appeal.

The Food
On this lengthy Thai menu, you can't go wrong with standbys like chicken satay, which comes five to a plate with a mildly spicy peanut dipping sauce on the side. Pad Thai tends to be sweet and has fewer peanuts than usual, but there are no complaints about the generous portion. Curries are another menu highlight, with several choices including Pa Nang with coconut milk, lemongrass leaves, onions and peppers, and Gang Paa with hot and spicy chili sauce. Black sticky rice with coconut milk is a dessert must.

05/21/04

not so good

by abcthaigirl

me too. i don't understand why people rate this as highly recommend? well, did it use to be good? i don't know, but I'm Thai and have been eating from many restaurant. I'd say that the food is below average. I won't go back. There are plenty of better Thai food out there...

• Pros: good location, big place, big dish
• Cons: , slow service, rush to check