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Am Thai Bistro
Category: Restaurants Thai Thai [Edit]
1003 Church Ave(between 10th St & Stratford Rd)
Brooklyn, NY 11218
Neighborhoods: Flatbush, Prospect Park South
(718) 287-8888
- Nearest Transit:
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Beverly Rd (B, Q)
Fort Hamilton Pkwy (F, G)
Church Av (B, Q)
- Hours:
Mon-Thu, Sun 11:30 am - 11 pm
Fri-Sat 11:30 am - 11:30 pm
- Parking:
- Street
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Good For:
- Lunch, Dinner
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Ambience:
- Casual
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- Yes
19 reviews for Am Thai Bistro
19 reviews in English
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Review from Bella S.
Gaithersburg, MD
5/25/2012
One of the best Thai meals I have ever had. We all agreed to meet here every time we visit Brooklyn and it is an honor. We ordered as much as we wanted: Drunken noodles, coconut curried mussels, walnut crusted chicken, panang chicken, EVERYTHING! The appetizer sampler only left us more ravenous, we were more than lucky when our gigantic feast followed and it blew all of our minds. The staff was wonderfully courteous and helpful. Thank you, Am Thai!
Another restaurant with immensely polite service. Also, I must mention that whenever the four of us eat here, we order as much as we can eat and almost never break $100. Hello, there should be an Am Thai on ever corner, not Burger King!! -
Review from Sarah I.
Brooklyn, NY
5/1/2012
Nom!
I had the duck salad and the garlic noodle dish with chicken. Both delish - I am really into Thai meat salads in general, and the duck salad was among the best I've had. It was well balanced between savory, tang, and heat... just about perfect.
As others have mentioned, the decor is really well done. It sticks out in the neighborhood, but that's not a bad thing.
An excellent addition to the neighborhood! We're glad you're here :-) -
Review from Renee M.
Brooklyn, NY
3/14/2012
Fantastic addition to the neighborhood! The food is affordable and delicious. I agree that there's a bit too much staff running around going on, and it's really distracting from what would otherwise be a 5-star restaurant. Otherwise, great spot, amazing food, good lunch specials.
They lost another star when they sent over my vegetarian meal with chicken. To my house. I mean, they're sending another one over but come on!Comment from Karnchana Amy S. of Am Thai Bistro 3/20/2012
Dear Renee, I'm so sorry to hear about your unfortunate… More » -
Review from Anna M.
Brooklyn, NY
5/26/2012
I just ordered and kindly asked for the delivery man to come with change of $100. And he didn't have singles and ended up leaving with an $8 tip because he didn't have change for me. I was very annoyed. I wouldn't order again just for that.
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Review from Momo S.
Brooklyn, NY
4/7/2012
My family loves that place. Friendly staff ,affordable and delicious
Fantastic curry buff and nodules best Thai in Brooklyn -
Review from Joey L.
New York, NY
5/7/2012
Talking about making a first impression! I just moved into the neighborhood and wanted delivery and Thai, so I took a chance with "Am Thai Bistro"! The menu is diverse and description of each food item is precise and simple. The person over the phone was pleasant. After I ordered my food I asked how long it would take, and he told me 1/2 hr. Half an hour later, literally, the delivery guy rang my door bell. But the most important part was the food! The food! I got rice ginger soup w/chicken and an order of squid salad -- both hit the spot, especially the soup since I was feeling under the weather. I'm definitely calling back to try the rest of their menu!...Wait, I think I got some squid between my teeth - I think I'll save that for later!
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Review from Neil B.
3/3/2012
Based on the previous Yelp reviews, we tried Am Thai and we were not disappointed! The pad Thai was good and our garlic chicken dish was exceptional. The waitstaff was very friendly and accommodating and Am Thai has done a nice job decorating their small space. Finally while it is nice to have a restaurant on a street that has parking spaces available what really steals the show is how reasonable (cheap) the prices are for such fresh and well made food!
Okay, things to help get you all the way up to a 5-star rating...
* Replace the little red cocktail napkins with full size ones
* Find a way not to have the staff running outside every two minutes to go through the
bulk head to get things to bring to the kitchen
* Bring in a sound expert, the walls echo the noise which detracts from the atmosphere
* You will run out of things, but try not to run out of limes because switching in lemons
just does not cut it!
* Fix the front door closer so the door does not slam shut
* Put cushions on the wooden bench along the window
Overall, I am already looking forward to trying some of the other dishes on the menu and we just got home from the restaurant (a five minute drive for us) 10 minutes ago!
2nd visit: food still very good (peanut chicken and Thai Bistro salad this time) and they have already added larger napkins. I really like this place!
3rd visit: I have raised the rating from 4 to 5 stars because this restaurant is so responsive to suggestions and the quality of their food is really amazing for the prices charged.
I think having a Thai restaurant run by Thai people is a real plus as who knows Thai food better than Thai people!!! Only one suggestion from our 3rd visit. Last night our Bistro salad came with a different dressing than the first time. When we inquired, we were told that there are two different dressings. I think this should be noted on the menu and the serving staff should ask customers which they prefer. I liked both but my companion liked the one we had last time much better! -
Review from Nina S.
Brooklyn, NY
2/26/2012 1 Check-in Here
I love this place! I'm a regular at the Am Thai outpost and I was so excited to see this restaurant finally open! The owner is an incredible, hardworking and inspirational woman. It is deeply satisfying to spend my money in an establishment I truly respect. The food is affordable and fantastic.
Tip: BYOW or BYOB -
Review from Jonathan E.
Brooklyn, NY
1/28/2012 4 photos
If the name sounds familiar, it is. There's an Am-Thai Chili Basil restaurant not too far away on McDonald Ave., from the same owners. That one is frumpy, tiny, well-worn and only a few seats are available, if lucky. I've always liked the food, but more for takeout. And I've loved the people, friendly and kind.
Am Thai Bistro is the second generation, and like the American Dream or Cinderella story, this daughter has gone from ugly duckling to swan (but they still serve duck!). I happened upon it by accident, walking down Church. As it was their opening day, the sidewalk was filled with beautiful flowers - gifts from Thai well wishers - and it brightened an otherwise bleak block of nothing else.
Upon entering, it certainly wasn't frumpy. They gutted the previous space and here is now a sleek, modern eatery. Polished concrete walls + matching floor tiles, contrasted by stark black tables, sparkling "bling" lights and shades of red/pink hues - but not overwhelming. Seating wise, there are four 4-tops and and about 10 2-tops that can be merged in different combinations, though in any pattern it's still pretty cozy. There's also some cool, yet subtle artistic nods, from the metal sculpture of Thailand to a trio of Buddhist offerings on display.
Other than decor, they've kicked up the food experience as well. Gone are the plastic take-out plates (unless you are ordering take out). If you eat in, you get giant bowls. Big, porcelain dishware you could wear if raining. It's kinda strange because it makes the tables - and portions - seem smaller, but it also makes the experience seem grander and once you start eating, the portions are obviously generous. I also noticed some beautiful looking food walking by, showcasing some of the artistic aspects of classic "Royal" Thai cuisine, something that is rarely seen outside of Bangkok.
In terms of taste, my big bowl of chicken drunken noodles + drink was $9. And tasty. Generous in meat, noodles, veggies and flavoring. I'd try to expound on the larger selection, but there are about 60 items listed. As for now, the menu is almost exactly the same as the other joint: extensive and relatively inexpensive. They told me in time, however, they will expand the Bistro's menu to be more bistro-like, including more traditional Thai recipes, expanded seafood offerings, etc. + wine and beer. As such, it's probably too soon to rate how this place compares with other Thai places in town. But in an area where most eateries don't even bother with makeup, Am Thai Bistro boldly says, "check me out."
Cinderella has grown up and is wearing heels. -
Review from Jessica A.
Midtown West, Manhattan, NY
2/1/2012
So wonderful to have a restaurant like this open on Church Ave! Everything we ordered was very fresh, just the right amount of heat, and very flavorful. Nothing was greasy at all.
The bistro roti appetizer is fantastic - roti bread with a massaman curry dipping sauce. The drunken noodles and basil duck were also terrific and tasty.
My carry-out order was ready in exactly 20 minutes, and service was friendly. The waiter informed me that they will start accepting credit cards early next week. -
Review from Michael K.
Brooklyn, NY
4/12/2012
I agree with most everything the other reviewers have said... it's definitely a step up from some of the other spots in the close vicinity in terms of decor, the staff is friendly and helpful and, despite being pretty darned affordable, the food is delicious. On top of that, they've got a pretty broad selection of dishes and, unlike some other spots, are more than willing to get (appropriately) aggressive with the seasoning and heat if you ask for it. Perhaps the best thing I could say about is, when I went in with my friend's mother, who is more than familiar with Thai home cooking, she was absolutely blown away.
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Review from Jose G.
Brooklyn, NY
3/9/2012
I went here for my Dad's birthday dinner, and I loved everything about it. The food was great, actually it was phenomenal. Great taste, aroma, and just overall amazing is what i thought when I kept receiving the different types of dishes. So much flavor in every bite, and the fish they served was so tasty. Also the owners are just great people, make you feel comfortable and it has such great environment. Best time and best food I've had in quiet a while.
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Review from Aja T.
Brooklyn, NY
4/19/2012
Totally love this place! Great addition to the neighborhood. Tastes food, not overlooked, hot, fresh, fast delivery, nice on phone, no complaints whatsoever! They should add more new restaurants like this to the neighborhood that aren't as expensive as some of the regular places on Cortelyou, which are good, but not good for regular ordering if you've got a budget. Totally try it! Way better than Chili Basil!
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Review from Leila W.
Brooklyn, NY
2/27/2012
This might be my new favorite Thai place in Brooklyn.
We've been ordering from their other location for years, and it's great -- but this location is *superb*. Very spicy, lots of vegetables, well-flavored curries, and a great selection of vegetarian options. And you *have* to try the vegetable samosas.
A great addition to the neighborhood. -
Review from Emerick P.
Lusby, MD
2/18/2012
Wow! Amazing. My friend Jean-Michel orderd catering from them. It was absolutely fantastic. They have used Am-Thai 3 times and each time it is a different variety of the MOST DELICIOUS food. This is food that you serve if you want to impress. Everything is done with such care and the owners are amazing people. She puts such energy into the food, it is simply an amazing creation. this is 5 Stars.
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Review from Lia K.
Brooklyn, NY
3/26/2012
Excellent, delicious, fresh Thai food - so great to have this in walking distance! We went while I wasn't feeling at my best and I have to rave about the wonton soup - delicious, flavorful, broth (not too salty like such broths can all too often be) - lots of greens, fantastic dumplings -- cured what ailed me. My pad thai and the mister's seafood/brown rice dish (we both forget which it was) were very, very good. We'll be back often!
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Review from Julie M.
Brooklyn, NY
3/16/2012
What is wrong with this place? I've called twice for delivery weeks apart and they have yet to answer the phone. According to their website, they should be open -- what restaurant wouldn't be on a Friday evening.
Comment from Karnchana Amy S. of Am Thai Bistro 3/20/2012
Dear Julie, We really appreciate your feedback and hope you… More » -
Review from Norman O.
Brooklyn, NY
2/4/2012
Superb food, solid value. Our appetizers (larb, mango salad) were substantial, almost too large for one. The one entree we shared--the special Thai Ocean--was excellent, and a good size too, though the rice accompaniment was petite.
They're still working out some kinks--no credit card or liquor license yet. The menus are paper, and they gave us--I swear--cocktail napkins. The tables are close together and the techno music annoying to some.
But they're friendly and efficient and a great addition to the neighborhood. -
Review from Susan S.
Brooklyn, NY
2/28/2012
Wow! A sophisticated, casual sit-down restaurant in the 'hood and one of my favorite cuisines. Bigger menu than @McDonald Avenue and just as delish. If I were a nastier person I would rate Am thai Bistro as terrible just to be sure I can always dine there when I want. Had a lovely dinner with a high school friend. Service was attentive but not cloying; my friend, who had never before dined Thai, raved about her choices, and it was a wonderful evening. Particularly as a recently opened restaurant, it was calm and well-paced. BYOW or BYOB but they did serve us san gria, inexplicably. Seriously, enjoy and go to this place.
