Wanda M.
Yelp
During my visit to Metro Diner on 86th Street I noticed Mannees tucked in the corner and bookmarked. Then on a cold, snowy day a few weeks ago we choose to give Mannees a try. This restuarant has a small interior footprint but large on flavor. 4 top tables throughout makes it convenient for most size groups, even large groups. The small corner dining area to the right of the entrance is perfect for groups.
We've had the opportunity to visit Mannees twice now and the food and service do not disappoint!
The Tom Yum Chicken soup was delicious and I could easily have a bowl of soup with an appetizer as a meal. The Tom Yum Chicken soup was loaded with mushrooms, tomatoes and onions. The spice level we chose was 3 of the 1-4 spice level which was perfect for us. If you're not a spice fan stick with 1 or 2.
On our first visit my hubby selected the Pad Thai Chicken with stir fried, thin, fresh rice noodles with eggs, sweet turnips, red onions, ground peanuts, bean sprouts and scallions in a sweet tamarind sauce served with lime. He enjoyed and noted one of the best Pad Thai he'd ever eaten.
The Drunken Noodles is my go to Thai entree. It was flavorful, loaded with fresh vegetables and chicken. The wide, flat, rice noodles with eggs, garlic, bell peppers, green beans, bamboo shoots, fresh basil leaves, mushrooms, carrots, bell peppers and onion in spicy Thai basil sauce was perfect for me!! One of the best I've had.
If your searching for an appetizer I recommend the Shumai, steamed dumplings, with pork, scallions and shrimp served with their special sauce. The dumplings themselves are scrumptious but the sauce adds the finishing touch.
This last visit my husband orrdered the Pad Woon Sen with stir fried crystal noodles with baby corn, mushroom, green onions, carrots, cabbage, celery and bell pepper with their special Thai brown. Husband stated it was by far the best Thai food he'd had.
Don't overlook this terrific restaurant if you love Thai food.