OBAO Hell's Kitchen
Thai Restaurant and Asian Restaurant$$$$
Hell's Kitchen, New York
"Get the pho bo-- a big bowl of heaven for only $9!"(16 Tips)
"In all honesty I liked the menu under ember room."(5 Tips)
"Try the Grilled Japanese Eggplant, Fresh Shrimp Rolls & Pad Thai."(3 Tips)
"pad thai + pork belly app 👍🏽"(15 Tips)
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Adrian & CynthiaDecember 30, 2016Pretty much everything here is good. Laksa really nice - Pad * really well done. Lunch sets are lovely and well priced. Dishes are about the right size and family style with some will work.
Sasha ChinnayaDecember 20, 2016Possibly my favorite restaurant ever. The environment is incredible, nice lighting, beautiful decorations and the food is some of the best Thai I've had. Fave thing is the chicken dumplings
Lori LuoJuly 24, 2016A two-story eatery in Hell's Kitchen serving up solid Thai and Vietnamese dishes. Their lunch special, with includes two courses for $9, can't be beat.
Nadia SwanNovember 2, 2017Awesome place. Food delicious. Had calamari, eggplant, duck noodle, and loved it all. Cannot wait to go back. HAPPY HOUR 🍸 DRINKS...
Christos PapagrigoriouJune 2, 2022The papaya salad, the pad Thai and all the appetisers we got were divine. Really enjoyed the meal and it was worth the walking. Quite affordable as well given the alternative Thai options in the area.
Sally DuForeSeptember 9, 2019Great Tequila shots appetizers very good it was just a night with a wonderful friend I will definitely go back soon
Nicole SaundersOctober 8, 2016Pho Bo was awesome. Got the grilled eggplant based on others' comments - delicious, but a lot for one person. Decent wine list.
Get the Singapore Laksa -- really hits the spot on a cold day. Just the right combo of curry, coconut milk, shrimp, spicy pepper flakes and pork belly: winning combo.
What's Good HereAugust 7, 2014Get the beef pho, containing thin-sliced rare beef, braised brisket, rice noodles and ginger anise beef broth. Michelin recommended.
AngelaFebruary 22, 2015Great atmosphere, affordable prices, and the drunken noodles are on point. Great wine selection too, which is rare for a Thai restaurant.
There's no shortage of good Thai restaurants in Hells Kitchen, but OBAO stands out both with its spacious venue and its inclusion of Vietnamese classics. I recommend the Bun
Sandra RubinchikSeptember 1, 2014The pad thai comes garnished with a delicious poached egg which makes you feel way less guilty about being an un-adventurous, closed-minded turd who only ever orders pad thai.
SkipSeptember 26, 2013Old Ember Room. New decor touches. Some favorite and new dishes. Food was delicious, especially the Calamari app. Friendly and service focused staff. Unique specialty cocktail drinks.
Troy BAugust 8, 2013New name. Formerly known as the ember room. Some of the known entrees have stayed on the menu but they have added Vietnamese selections. Service and food were amazing. Highly recommend.
christine joySeptember 24, 2013Spare Ribs on Sugar Cane Skewers were a phenomenal WIN. Makes for a great midday snack. Thai iced tea was perfectly creamy and sweet.
- Eden NgMay 10, 2015Pad see Ew tasted a bit burnt but the pork belly salad and sambal calamari were amazing!!!! Not super spicy though and they do have non-thai items on the menu i.e. Viet, Singaporean food etc
Tati ☆☆☆☆☆☆May 17, 2015Amazing food, drinks and great bartenders. Any of the fried rices selections is delicous. Pad Thai was ok. Great atmosphere and design. Very cool place!
Joan ParkJuly 16, 2015papaya pad thai is a unique spin to the traditional dish. don't forget to order a side of 7-spice fries.
Ben MackeySeptember 23, 2016I think everything is good here, but I thought the Clay Pot Catfish and Japanese eggplant dishes were amazing
LilyJanuary 5, 2019This isn't the best Thai joint in the neighborhood, but the food is decent, the service is fast and hospitable, and there's plenty of seating – a good choice when you need a quick but sit-down bite.
Good local Asian fusion, nice design atmosphere. Vegetarian options: papaya salad and eggplant tofu are good. They have a full bar and good looking staff.
Danielle WhitedMay 1, 2014Delicious cocktail menu. The massaman steak curry, Japanese grilled eggplant, and Bok Choy with garlic were all fantastic.
Nauman NoorOctober 20, 2017Highly recommend the short ribs and the fish clay pot. Service can be slow at times - getting a table is worth the wait
Tiffany SSeptember 18, 2014Spare ribs, grilled eggplant , and oven roasted chicken are great, but you'll have to sit thru a playlist of painfully sappy pop hits from 1997.
Tonie WanMay 2, 2018Love the decor! Get the Bun (dry vermicelli noodles) with Flank Steak and fresh coconut juice.
Jessica NgJanuary 26, 2014A friend took me here for a birthday dinner and the staff was wonderful. Out waiter had a great sense of humor and even brought over a complimentary dessert to celebrate
Patrick GavinMarch 20, 2014Tasty, well-curated selection which goes slightly beyond the standard Thai fare. Execution is mixed. Try V[IV] for a more authentic set of Northern Thai options.
Carlo CiscoFebruary 15, 2014Pastrami meatballs are awesome. Food is cheap, drinks are great atmosphere is awesome. And you can knock 20% off your full bill with foodfan select
Sabrina WangAugust 12, 2014fancy Thai/Vietnamese restaurant in Hell's Kitchen. perfect location for waiting shows or movies near Midtown. the food is pretty awesome.
CintaMarch 8, 2015I ordered the spare ribs, the spring rolls and the chicken curry. Everything was excelent! Big portions and good price as well.- Mark PollardSeptember 5, 2015Great space and happy hour prices. Food is solid. Kimchi fries (yum but expensive for what they are), luc loc lac was tasty, the pho was OK (not distinctive), pad see yiew was good.
Nation's Restaurant NewsDecember 13, 2013Chef Preyanet Pongsuwan of OBAO NY uses shredded green papaya instead of noodles for this non-traditional pad Thai. Read more
- What's Good HereAugust 7, 2014Order the crispy pork belly - caramelized sliced pork belly and pickled vegetables.
Vimal KumarFebruary 22, 2016One of the best meals I've had in a very long time. Everything is amazing.
Tavo DeObalMay 13, 2017The tofu/eggplant, kimchi potatoes, fried calamari not the best pad Thai, very overlooked, no wifi good 30 box white wine
Melanie SilveraOctober 28, 2014Upgraded version of Ember Room (the restaurant that occupied the space before). Cashew chili chicken is amazing!
Jin YaoDecember 6, 2015I came here because others said this place had huge servings of pho. I'm a 105 lb little girl. if I can finish the entire bowl of pho and 6 spring rolls in one sitting, it ain't huge. disappointing.
This place is a little confused as to whether it's Thai or Vietnamese. I tend to like the Vietnamese side a little more. The pad Thai is very average.
Jay SAugust 26, 2014$8 lunch special from noon to 4 daily. Fried dumplings and pho always a solid choice
New York PRJune 3, 2016The staff is really friendly and inviting. Good value. Get the fresh shrimp rolls.
I come here just to eat the khao soi noodles! !! Everything is tastyyy
Super friendly staff and $3 draft beers at happy hour. What's not to like?
They can make you a no-meat veggie pho (substituting beef with veggies and tofu)
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OBAO Hell's Kitchen
647 9th Ave (Btwn 45th & 46th Street)
New York, NY 10036
United States
New York, NY 10036
United States
Bringing you a unique twist on Thai and Vietnamese comfort foods, OBAO bridges the gap from the streets of Southeast Asia to the streets of New York City.
Closed until 11:30 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Wed, Sun
- 11:30 AM–11:00 PM
- Thu–Sat
- 11:30 AM–1:00 AM
(212) 245-8880
View menu on http://www.obaony.com/menu-hellskitchen
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. NFC Payments & American Express)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
No
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
Yes
Dining Options
Bar Service, Take-out, Delivery
Parking
Street
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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