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50+ rated southeast asian restaurants

Best Southeast Asian Restaurants in Manhattan, NYC (2026)

Top-rated southeast asian restaurants across 20 Manhattan neighborhoods. Ranked by ratings, reviews, and vibe.

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Manhattan is home to 50+ rated southeast asian restaurants spanning 20 neighborhoods. Grata Thai Cuisine in Upper East Side leads the pack with a 4.9-star rating and 532 reviews, but standout spots can be found from Upper East Side to East Village and beyond.

Prices range from $ to $$$$, so theres something for every budget. Whether youre planning a date night, meeting up with friends, or exploring solo, this page covers the best southeast asian restaurants in New York City — ranked by ratings, reviews, and real vibe data.

Midtown7 spots

1
Padi D'NYC
4.7128 reviewsIndoor
2
Boilicious Vietnamese Takeout
4.6202 reviews$Indoor
3
Smokin' Joe
4.544 reviews$$Indoor
4
Pho 35
4.583 reviewsIndoor
5
Mama Pho
4.5279 reviews$$Indoor
6
Quick Pho Vietnamese Cuisine
4.5238 reviews$Indoor
7
JoJu
4.4245 reviews$$Indoor

Upper East Side6 spots

1
Grata Thai Cuisine
4.9532 reviews$$Indoor
2
Ly Ly Vietnam Cookhouse
4.8320 reviews$$$$Indoor
3
Bayon Cambodian Restaurant
4.8198 reviews$Indoor
4
WonderPho
4.70Indoor
5
JoJu
4.7105 reviews$$Indoor
6
Vietnaam
4.5936 reviews$$Indoor

East Village5 spots

1
mộc mạc
4.70Indoor
2
Nón Lá
4.6505 reviews$$Indoor
3
V-Nam Cafe
4.6553 reviews$Indoor
4
Xe May Sandwich Shop
4.60Indoor
5
Banh Mi Zon
4.50Indoor

Financial District4 spots

1
Banh Mi Cart
4.90Indoor
2
Jakarta Munch WTC
4.816 reviewsIndoor
3
Pho Fulton
4.80Indoor
4
Banh Mi Cart
4.60Indoor

Alphabet City4 spots

1
FishMarket II
4.80Indoor
2
Naks
4.70Indoor
3
Sao Mai
4.6916 reviews$Indoor
4
Hanoi House
4.50Indoor

Chinatown4 spots

1
Sen Saigon
4.80Indoor
2
Kuih Cafe
4.60Indoor
3
West New Malaysia
4.5525 reviews$$Indoor
4
Curry House
4.5286 reviews$$Indoor

Upper West Side3 spots

1
Saiguette
4.60Indoor
2
Plum Vietnamese Restaurant
4.5407 reviews$$Indoor
3
Bánh
4.5355 reviews$$Indoor

East Harlem2 spots

1
Pho Hanoi Corner
4.90Indoor
2
High Lúa
4.40Indoor

Flatiron2 spots

1
Pho Dragon Restaurant
4.80Indoor
2
La Dong
4.80Indoor

Lower East Side2 spots

1
Kalye
4.80Indoor
2
Ginger and Lemongrass
4.50Indoor

Hell's Kitchen2 spots

1
OBAO
4.70Indoor
2
Cha Pa's Noodles and Grill
4.50Indoor

Chelsea1 spots

1
Tradicionale
4.8109 reviews$$$Indoor

Inwood1 spots

1
Patok By Rach
4.7301 reviews$$Indoor

Little Italy1 spots

1
5ive Spice Tacos & Banh Mi
4.70Indoor

NoMad1 spots

1
La Chona Mexican Food
4.60Indoor

Battery Park City1 spots

1
Em Vietnamese Bistro
4.60Indoor

Hamilton Heights1 spots

1
PHO CHE FORT LEE
4.60Indoor

Lenox Hill1 spots

1
Pho Vital
4.60Indoor

Greenwich Village1 spots

1
Rasa
4.50Indoor

Harlem1 spots

1
Saigon Kitchen
4.40Indoor

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best southeast asian restaurants in NYC?

Moodap ranks the best southeast asian restaurants across 20 Manhattan neighborhoods based on ratings, reviews, and vibe. Top-rated spots include Grata Thai Cuisine in Upper East Side (4.9★). Take the Mood Match quiz to find the perfect one for your mood in 25 seconds.

How many southeast asian restaurants are in Manhattan?

Moodap has 50+ rated southeast asian restaurants across Manhattan, spanning neighborhoods like Midtown, Upper East Side, East Village, Financial District, Alphabet City, and more.

Which neighborhood has the best southeast asian restaurants?

Midtown has the highest concentration of southeast asian restaurants with 7+ spots, but great options are found across Manhattan. Use the Mood Match quiz to find the best one near you.

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