Yezo Thai Isankaya

Under a canopy of hanging umbrellas, this Thai izakaya serves bold Isan classics and rich curries in a softly lit room.

  • Mon – Fri, 12:00 – 16:00, 17:00 – 22:00; Sat – Sun, 12:00 – 22:00
  • $$
  • 301 East 49th Street
  • 4.9 (933 reviews)

Description

The kitchen channels the rustic cooking techniques of northeastern Thailand, pairing traditional plates like som tum and laab with playful recipes. Among the standouts is the salmon clay pot, which layers garlicky Japanese fried rice with smoky wok flavor, grilled salmon, and ikura. Crispy roti and a khao soi chicken topped with fresh noodles and pickled vegetables offer contrasting textures. In the dining room, live jazz pairs with warm, attentive service to anchor the evening.