Boat Noodles, Tom Yum and Mala Soups in Astoria

4.6 (895)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 11:30 – 22:15; Fri – Sat, 11:30 – 22:30

35-13 Broadway

Beef boat noodles in a rich, aromatic broth and crispy chive pancakes lead the menu at this casual spot at 35-13 Broadway. Pad See Ew and Pad Gra Prow round it out, dishes can be ordered Thai spicy, and the narrow room opens onto a patio.

4.5 (557)

Mon – Fri, 11:30 – 22:30; Sat – Sun, 12:00 – 22:30

34-16 Broadway

Thai and Japanese cooking share the menu at this Astoria fixture at 34-16 Broadway, open from 2000 onward. Pad See Ew, spicy Pad Gra Pow and a wide spread of appetizers come at inexpensive prices, and a teddy bear iced tea is the signature drink.

4.9 (222)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 11:30 – 22:00; Fri – Sat, 11:30 – 23:00

30-78 Steinway Street

Crispy three-flavor red snapper and crab fried rice headline this newer Thai room at 30-78 Steinway Street. Fragrant tom yum, roasted duck and mango sticky rice fill out the menu, portions run generous and service moves fast in a clean, modest dining room.

4.8 (309)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 12:00 – 22:30; Fri – Sat, 12:00 – 23:00

35-18 30th Ave.

Sichuan heat drives the Sliced Fish Malay noodle soup at 35-18 30th Ave., backed by soup dumplings full of hot broth and udon with beef in a light bone broth. A counter pours bubble tea and jasmine tea, and the room stays quiet enough to talk.