RUA Thai - Thai Restaurant Brooklyn — Restaurant in New York

I had went to this lovely restaurant and the first thing that had impressed me was the lovely staff. I was here with my sister and her baby and they had graciously asked us if we needed a high chair for her child. I thought this was super sweet because every restaurant I have gone to they never ask but instead wait for you to do so. That alone was enough for me to have a high bar for high expectation of this place and the service here. They even set up the chair well and asked if they could place my sisters carriage in a safer place. They were very polite and were very concerned with us having a good experience. Everything felt very natural and nothing seemed forced or of negative energy at all. Besides their kindness they wasn't rushing us to order and even would tell us to take our time and let us get settled in to our table first with drinks of water. Once we were ready they handed us menus and walked away and let us have our time in deciding what drinks to get and what appetizer we wanted to have. Once me and her decided on both minutes later they kindly gave us our drinks. I had the butterfly pea lychee soda something I have never tried out before and was delighted by it. The taste was sweet for sure but nothing overwhelming or too much. I loved seeing how the drink changed color as well it was a fun sight. My sister had the strawberry guava and she did let me try it and I can say that one was delicious as well. Yes a bit more on the sour side but nothing unbearable I feel it balanced well with the strawberry. Later on we got our appetizers and to my pleasure the crab rangoon was scrumptious and in my opinion the best I have ever had. They were very cheesy and so savory and the shrimp doughnuts I had were over the moon good. I highly enjoyed those being a shrimp lover and a doughnut lover it was a perfect combo. Lastly we had chose our main meals and had gotten mango chicken with sticky rice and collosal crab fried rice with more crab rangoon. These two meals were delicious and of a portion so great I couldn't finish all my rice and had to take it home. Honestly I was stuffed from the appetizers but more then happy with what I got. Overall this restaurant is wonderful with nice decor and a lot of food and drink options. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who loves thai or just wants to try something new out for...

Inspired by the concept of floating market, Rua Thai instantly transports us to Thailand. The interior isn’t overly decorated. It’s cozy to sit by the window to enjoy their authentic street market food and sunshine on a warm day.

＊Fried Calamari* The fried calamari really shines on its own! Tender calamari coated with golden crispy layer and bits of salted egg yolk. The seafood mayo dip was too delicious that we had to ask for more. Finger-licking good.

＊Shrimp Donuts* These donut-shaped shrimp cakes were generously stuffed with shrimp paste. The shrimp filling was bouncy and well seasoned. Heavenly with the sweet chili sauce.

＊Mama Tom Yum Grilled River Prawns The signature sautéed tom yum noodles served in a Mama cup. 100% insta-worthy presentation. It had pieces of stir-fried prawns and a grilled prawn. The latter was overcooked. The noodle texture was indeed very good, yet I expected more seafood flavors from the seasoning. A pricey entree for what it was.

＊Colossal Crab Fried Rice w. Crab Rangoon Very fancy to serve the fried rice in a coconut shell with overflowing amount of crab meat. The fried rice tasted quite bland on its own, though the seafood mayo on the side gave much depth in flavors and spiced up the dish.

It came with two pieces of crab rangoon. Highly recommend getting the rangoon for app. The crabmeat cream cheese filling surprised me.

＊Coconut Custard* This custard pudding is a less heavy variation of sticky rice. Stretchy and thick texture. Served hot. A not-too-sweet option to finish off the meal.

＊Elderflower Paradise (cocktail), Butterfly Pea Lychee Soda, Color Changing Lemonade Drinks are pretty and not too sweet. The elderflower paradise is their new cocktail with strawberry juice and cucumber. Very refreshing in summer. Their drinks are good but not...

Rua Thai in Brooklyn was a delightful experience that transported me directly to the vibrant streets of Thailand.

From delicious mocktails to flavor-packed dishes, each aspect of our dining experience was a testament to the authenticity and dedication of this Thai gem.

Starting with the drinks, the Butterfly Pea Lychee Soda and Plum Soda were not only visually appealing, but also refreshing concoctions that set the tone for the meal. The play of flavors, blending sweet and tangy notes, showcased the thoughtfulness put into their beverage offerings!

🍽️ Now, onto the feast of flavors: Duck Crepe: This innovative dish featured crispy duck, cucumber, scallion, and carrot wrapped in roti bread, creating a harmonious fusion of textures and tastes. Mango Avocado Salad: A vibrant assembly of julienned mango, avocado, red onions, cashew nuts, scallions, and tomato, drizzled with a chili lime dressing. The combination was a burst of freshness and a celebration of contrasting flavors. Mama Tom Yum Grilled River Prawns: The grilled shrimp, coupled with sautéed tom yum noodles, was a showcase of Thai culinary expertise, offering a perfect balance of spicy, sour, and savory. Pla Tod Numpla: A culinary masterpiece, the crispy whole branzino was accompanied by a sweet and savory sauce, mango salad, and blue butterfly pea jasmine rice. The dish not only delicious, but also pleased the eyes with its artful presentation. Coconut Pudding: The Thai coconut pudding proved to be the perfect sweet denouement to our night—a silky, rich treat that left us savoring the essence of coconut.

Kudos to the team at Rua Thai for bringing this gem to Brooklyn and inviting us to savor the essence of Thailand...