Message from Thai Elephant
Critics and residents alike have raved that Thai Elephant is simply THE BEST Thai Restaurant in all of Astoria. There are many imposters who have copied their entrees and have even gone as far as to add Elephants to their d?cor but don?t be fooled. There is only one Thai Elephant! Their tantalizing and delectable food cannot be imitated! Neither can their amazing staff. Thai Elephant is family owned. Head chef and owner Budi Irawati only makes traditional family recipes; so the food is always consistent and delicious! Many people come here for a casual night out with friends and family or with that one special person. Thai Elephant also offers one of the best lunch specials in the city. Thai Elephant is the right restaurant just for you because the crew is a true family that wants to make your meal just as special as you are.
Editorial by Citysearch
Astoria Thai restaurant with a menu of Thai favorites such as soup, salad, curry, noodles, and special seafood entrees like whole red snapper.Key Points
- Thai Restaurant
- Family
- Romantic
The Inside Scoop
- On the Menu - The dessert list is lengthy. Items include jackfruit sticky rice, Thai jelly coconut and fried banana.
Insider Pages Reviews for Thai Elephant
The Best Thai Restaurant in Astoria.The food is perfect, the price not expensive, the place so beautiful. very cheap lunch special, come w/ free salad, soup, and spring rolls.the server very friendly.
Posted 03/18/09 | Report Abuse
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Amazing Place For everything!
by xKaitlynx
This place is one of my favorite places in the world! The elephants hanging all over the place brings me closer to the aroma of the mouth-watering food. I love everything about it and it has to be the most authentic Thai food in New York. Everything is amazing! The service, the decor and espicially the fast delivery! No complains whatsoever!
Pros: Amazing food, service, decor, fast delivery
Cons: None so far!!
Posted 10/22/09
Best Thai Food in Queens
by Hartadinata
Thai Elephant has definetley been one of the best thai food I have ever tasted. It has the flavor of authenticity such as the Pad Thai was made so that every bite was flavorful; simmilarly found in Bankgkok. The staff were very polite and friendly, however the best part was the amazing food. The curry puffs were so juicy and delicious. Then there was the Pad Thai which was undoubtly excellent and for dessert,. Fried Icecream!
Pros: Great Service, Amazing Food
Posted 10/20/09
Excellent Thai in Astoria with stellar service!
by ciaolynn
There is most certainly an unspoken rival between Thai Elephant and Wave Thai as the restaurants are on the same block, just a few store fronts down from each other. However, Thai Elephant has the most wonderful staff--they are friendly and polite and timely--and the food is delicious authentic Thai. I was tired of witnessing fights among the staff and forgotten orders and endless waits for the bill at Wave Thai and found Thai Elephant to be my new favorite go-to Thai restaurant in Astoria. Thai Elephant has hands down the best food and service!
Pros: delicous food, friendly competent staff
Cons: sparce decor, but the food/staff make up for that
Posted 10/13/08
Great spring rolls, very good service and prices
by beckstergirl
Everyone has taken their sides in the Thai Elephant vs. Wave Thai debate. Obviously I've chosen Thai Elephant. The service is wonderful, the delivery is quick, prices are good, and so far I haven't tried anything that wasn't delicious. My favorites are the crispy spring rolls and the sweet and sour chicken. I order from here regularly
Pros: Delicious food, good prices, great service
Cons: None yet!!
Posted 07/25/07
Great Friendly Service
by chefatheart
The first time my husband and I ate there was after a long day of moving and our first night in Astoria. The food was great, and the waitstaff was friendly and gracious. The food is standard Thai, but they have some great specialty dishes such as duck and red snapper - and if you're in the mood for a standard, the pad thai isn't bad at all. Since then, we've been there several times and ordered in quite a bit. Wave Thai down the block might look hip, but keep walking a few storefronts down for a great meal - it will be less crowded, and the staff can't beat.
Posted 05/11/07