Siam Thai eatery — Restaurant in New York

Atmosphere: First, when entering, it's a beautiful mural on the wall of foliage and stepping into the restaurant you're greeted by the host and you walk into a space that's lit, decorated and the sound level is according to the mood/vibe of the place. The leaves, flowers, rattan, and darker hues continue throughout the space with very cute metallic accents throughout the space.

Food:

After being seated, we had someone come over to ask if we'd like water and offered tap, still, or carbonated options. I asked for recommendations for drinks, and our server offered his suggestions, which I ended up ordering as I was stuck between Tropical Soul (recommendation) and Lonely Planet. I like asking my server if they are/ drank at their job because the employees don't do it, it usually means either the food isn't good or something is up.

We had the Veryberry Mojito and Tropical Soul to drink. If you haven't had soju and you're used to hard liquor, you might not even feel a buzz from the Tropical Soul, but it's still a pleasant drink.

We had the Manila Clams and Thai Summer Roll for appetizers, and they were good. If you're allergic to basil, please keep in mind it is prevalent in asian coming but especially Thai food. The summer roll was so good and fresh tasting.I think it was 2 large rolls cut into 3 eachso 6 pieces and while a little messy if you are heavy on the accompanying sauce, it is so worth it. The roll comes with colorful, crunchy vegetables and fresh, cleaned shrimp with a bite of fresh mint, which I found it enjoyable. The clams were good and seasoned well. You can alter the spice level to your liking when ordering.

For our entrees, we had Shrimp Pad Kee Mao and the LobsterPad Thai. The Pad Kee Mao is Bal heavy but delicious, and they don't give baby shrimp. It's a good serving size and flavorful. The (whole) lobster was fried, and the seasoning is sweet to taste and mainly on the shell, not the flesh. We enjoyed our meal and wouldn't complain.

No dessert as we were stuffed, and since gluttony is a deadly sin, we left, but I'd recommend this restaurant to friends and will be returning. If it's your first time trying Thai food, it's worth it going to this restaurant. You'll enjoy your meal.

Service: From entering to leaving, we felt good about the service, so we tipped accordingly (20% or more). Usually, I'm critical of people in the service industry as I've worked in it myself, but they greeted us, seated us, checked on us, made recommendations, confirmed order, attended to our table with refills on water, napkins, changed cutlery, etc without it feeling too much like they're hovering or rushing us and I didn't have to ask for anything twice. I tip according to service, and I'm also keeping tabs on my mind when I do eat out, but they did a great job with their customer service/serving skills. They also said goodbye when we were leaving.

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DO NOT COME HERE! THIS IS YOUR WARNING!

I am upset beyond words. The service (or the lack, really) is horrible and disappointing. The first thing I did when I came home was angrily write this review.

I brought my family here to celebrate my mother's birthday. They told us that they do not give out any birthday desserts (which is fine), but they said that they can put a candle on top of their dessert if we order (which they did NOT do for us after we ordered dessert). They put us in a private room in the back, which I get can make it hard for the waiter to see us, but that is no excuse for the waiter to completely fall off the face of this planet. The waiter took our order, gave us our drinks, and never showed up again. There was a call button in the room, that I pressed multiple times, but it didn't work. There was never a time when the staff came to check in on us. In fact, I had to get up to ask a different waitress to help us, and even then, she took a good 5 minutes before she showed up to help us in the room. All the "sharing plates" (as they call them) had the tiniest portions I have ever seen in my life. These plates were definitely not meant to be shared because the dishes did not even come with a serving spoon or fork. I had to ask for serving spoons. Also, everyone starts off with a fork and a spoon, but no chopsticks, which would not have been an issue if our waiter actually helped, but since our waiter disappeared, we were 3/4 of the way through the meal before we were able to flag down another waiter to get us chopsticks, who also took a while for us to get. Lastly, for dessert, they gave everyone forks but not spoons even though the dessert we ordered included ice cream. Nothing made sense at this restaurant.

Yet, with all of this, since I had a party of over 6, they automatically charged 20% gratuity. Ridiculous.

The food was okay at best (and that is me being extremely generous). None of the dishes were remarkable nor worth coming back for. Some dishes were actually so horrible and had me wondering who the chef was. For example, the tomahawk curry had such a strong cinnamon taste and felt like a dessert rather than Thai food. The steamed striped bass was dry and rubbery, and it was on top of a chafing dish which kept burning until the waitress took the food away, which dried out the fish even more and also produced such a bad smell that I thought the restaurant's fire alarm was going to go off. Even the rice was hard and almost tasted inedible, which says a lot because how hard is it to mess up rice? Overall, all the dishes were very sweet and not authentic AT ALL.

What a way to ruin a loved one's birthday. I should have never chosen...

Siam Thai Eatery stands out as a gem in Flushing's diverse dining scene, offering an elevated take on traditional Thai cuisine. The restaurant's attention to presentation and quality ingredients is immediately apparent in their seafood offerings.

The steamed whole fish, served in a delicate light broth with fresh cilantro, julienned carrots, and lime, demonstrates their mastery of Thai-style seafood preparation. The fish is impeccably fresh and cooked to perfection, maintaining its moisture while allowing the subtle flavors of the herbs and citrus to shine through.

A standout dish appears to be their curry with eggplant, showcasing a rich, complex sauce that coats each ingredient beautifully. The balance of spices and coconut milk creates a harmonious blend that's both comforting and sophisticated.

The appetizer selection impresses, particularly their crispy shrimp donuts and phyllo-wrapped appetizers, both served with a vibrant dipping sauce. The contrast of textures - crispy exterior giving way to succulent filling - shows their technical skill.

The fresh oysters deserve special mention, served on ice with a crispy fried shallot topping and arugula garnish, offering a delightful mix of briny freshness and textural contrast. The presentation on crushed ice with citrus accompaniment speaks to their commitment to both taste and visual appeal.

The attention to detail extends to the garnishes and sauces, with each dish thoughtfully adorned with fresh herbs and vegetables that complement rather than overwhelm the main components.

This restaurant clearly aims for a more refined dining experience while maintaining the authentic flavors and techniques of Thai cuisine. The quality of ingredients, skillful preparation, and elegant presentation make it a worthy destination for both Thai food enthusiasts and those looking for an exceptional dining experience...