Little Grenjai
Thai restaurant · Bedford-Stuyvesant ·
Krapow smash burger, crispy rice salad, wine
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Krapow smash burger, crispy rice salad, wine
"A bright, low-key Thai American diner in Bed-Stuy that stands out for a Thai spin on smash burgers and a large menu of Thai classics alongside playful Thai American creations. Opened in 2023 by Trevor Lombaer and Sutathip Aiemsaard, it’s a chill, snug counter-service spot where I go for the pad krapow burger at lunch—the single beef-and-pork patty is satisfying at $12 (or $18 for a double), a Thai-style fried duck egg can be added for $4, and Thai giardiniera gives a fresh lift; the mushroom patty is just as good for vegetarians, with great chew and texture. The minced pork holy basil stir fry ($16) is a staple, but the Brussels sprouts riff is more interesting and works well for anyone avoiding pork or who loves those crispy fried leaves; there are also staples like pad thai. Best for small groups, pairs, or solo diners, with counter seats looking into the kitchen or out to the sidewalk for people-watching—just travel light because the tables are tight. Time your visit: the burger is lunch-only; the pandan coconut cream pie and toasted sticky rice ice cream sundae are dinner-only; and the Chiang Mai sausage breakfast sandwich is brunch-only; reservations are accepted only for brunch and dinner." - Bettina Makalintal
"After meeting in Bangkok, Trevor Lombaer and Sutathip Aiemsaard bought a hot dog cart off Craigslist and started serving pad thai at pop-ups around Brooklyn. Their operation, Warung Roadside, eventually became a full-on food truck, and now they’re running a takeout spot and general store called Little Grenjai in Bed-Stuy. Offerings include chicken satay, wings tossed in nam jim jaew, and cucumber salad with chili crisp." - bryan kim, neha talreja, willa moore
"A Thai American restaurant whose chef Trevor Lombaer is scheduled to collaborate at the Greenwich Village venue on Thursday, April 10 as part of the guest-chef dinner series." - Nadia Chaudhury
"A spot with a famously popular lunch-only smash burger, where a dinner visit can turn into a happy accident thanks to ingenious alternatives like the pad cha clam toast. Steamed clams are heated with peppers and Thai chilies and piled atop thick Texas toast soaked in a chile-paste broth; sopping up the silky, slightly sweet broth with the bread is essential." - Kayla Stewart
"A Thai restaurant offering a unique krapow smash burger during lunch hours, featuring a mix of pork and beef in the patty."