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Thai Diner

Thai-American all-day cooking on the corner of Mott and Kenmare — the tom yum fried rice, the Thai disco fries, the pancakes

★★★★ 4.4  (1,257) $$ Mon–Wed 8:30 AM–10:30 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–11:30 PM · Sat 10 AM–11:30 PM · Sun 10 AM–10:30 PM

About Thai Diner

Ann Redding and Matt Danzer followed Uncle Boons with Thai Diner, on the corner of Mott and Kenmare, and the concept is exactly what the name promises: a diner, in the American sense, cooking Thai food from open to close. Breakfast is roti with curry or pandan pancakes. Later it is tom yum fried rice, khao soi, and disco fries built on Thai gravy and cheese curds. The room is bright, tiled, and full of plants, and it holds a Michelin Bib Gourmand. Weekend waits are genuinely long and there is no reservation system, which the neighborhood has collectively accepted. Go on a weekday morning.

Must-try dishes

Tom yum fried riceThai disco friesRoti and coconut custard for breakfast
Address
186 Mott St, New York, NY 10012
Hours
Mon–Wed 8:30 AM–10:30 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–11:30 PM · Sat 10 AM–11:30 PM · Sun 10 AM–10:30 PM
Parking
Street parking in NoLita; garages on Lafayette St
Reservations
Walk-in; brunch waits regularly exceed an hour on weekends

Perfect for

BrunchDinner with FriendsCasual DiningDate Night

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Frequently asked questions

What is Thai Diner known for?

Thai Diner is thai-American all-day cooking on the corner of Mott and Kenmare — the tom yum fried rice, the Thai disco fries, the pancakes. Regulars order tom yum fried rice and thai disco fries.

How expensive is Thai Diner?

Thai Diner is priced at $$ — approx. $20–$40 per person.

How do I make a reservation at Thai Diner?

Thai Diner takes reservations by phone — call (646) 559-4140 to book.

Where is Thai Diner?

Thai Diner is at 186 Mott St, New York, NY 10012, in NoLita. Street parking in NoLita; garages on Lafayette St

What are Thai Diner's hours?

Thai Diner is open Mon–Wed 8:30 AM–10:30 PM · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–11:30 PM · Sat 10 AM–11:30 PM · Sun 10 AM–10:30 PM. Hours can change on holidays — confirm on Google Maps before a long drive.