Tiptara : Thai Food

A tiny 5 table restaurant with a quaint calming ambiance. Their spice levels are lesser than hole in the wall thai restaurants. So you might want to up the spice if that’s what you’re expecting. The papaya salad is super refreshing - good palate cleanser for the oil rich food too. Tried drunken noodles, tom yum fried rice, masaman curry - all great.

Overall great takeout experience. The Penang curry was our favorite. Quick with good service. Casual tiny spot with two outdoor tables.

The owners are so sweet & kind and helped with my friend’s dietary needs. She is vegan, but also oil free. They allowed us to call in an order to make sure it was prepared without oil and had it ready for our reservation time. The pumpkin humus is to die for!!

Came in looking for a good noodle soup to go with the rainy/cloudy weather and this place delivered for sure! It had a nice, quaint, and calming atmosphere that paired nicely with my delicious noodle soup! I got the noodle soup lunch special which comes with an appetizer (ordered the edamame). The noodle soup was absolutely delicious! It was both salty and sweet but also very light. The meat that came with the soup was also very tender 10/10! My favorite part of the noodle soup was actually the cilantro 🌿 When I got the noodle soup, the waitress also brought out a rack with multiple spices so if you’re worried about ordering something spicy- do not fear! I think they make the basic food (no to little spice) and then give you the choice of putting your own spice! So if you like being in control of the spice level of your own food, this is a great, safe place. Definitely recommend if you’re looking for some place cozy that sells delicious thai food!

Came across this little restaurant one evening when out looking for something to eat. Delicious Thai food with great friendly service. Heat of the green curry modified for me and it was perfect. Calamari to start excellent. My husband really enjoyed the fried chicken with cashews which had a little heat but not much, perfect for him. Relaxed feel despite them clearly being busy both inside and on takeaways

when we first entered the store, there was a weird smell. it kinda had a weird stink to it. but we gave it a benefit of a doubt and just went with it. but we should went with out guts instead. food came, which tasted not too shabby. but while we were eating my partner saw a roach. one of the staff (in glasses) was literally by the roach but she didn't crush it or whatsoever. then the roach flew and it was gone. that's what we thought. the next thing you know, THE ROACH FLEW on my partner's chest / neck!!! we flicked it off and i SCREAMED. the roach was crawling next on the floor next to our table. we immediately stood up. and how did the staff handled this? both of them (1 in glasses & 1 red haired) said it disappeared into the hole(?) and then went straight to the kitchen. the next thing you know, both me and my partner is down with a stomach bug since our visit. the roach is HUGE and it FLIES. to future patrons, and people who orders deliveries, yall better be wary of this place. you dont know what could contaminate your food 🙃

Very authentic Thai food! Love love the sesame broad noodles, not a lot of Thai restaurants have this dish and it is absolutely my favorite! They make good curries as well! Packed with flavor, you can taste the spice and the creaminess of the coconut milk. Delish!

Incredible food! Service was quick and professional. The food was near perfection! Very delicious and freshly prepared! As an avid traveler, I would rank it in the top 3 Thai cafes in the US! We had Drunken Noodles and Pad Thai with a side of Mango and Sticky Rice. The only criticism I can give is they could give a little more sauce on the sticky rice. Flavor was great overall!

The food here is delicious. Great go-to neighborhood spot. The folks that run the restaurant are really lovely, and the dining area is charming. Eat in, take out, or delivery -- all good options!

I was at this pretty good Thai place a good while ago with a group as per most of my recent reviews where we mostly shared duck dishes as they only cost $18.95 here which reminded us of prices pre Covid. In all the cases, the duck had good textures being tender with a crispy outside and it was better than the pork or the fish. The spot is small and casual and was overall good quality though more for the price point with a couple dishes that I wasn't as big a fan of due to preparation or light flavors. My favorite of the bunch was the Panang/Phaenang Duck Curry with string beans, long hot peppers, carrots, kaffir leaves, panang curry paste, and coconut milk. It was well spiced and not too sweet from the coconut milk with some heat but not too much. Outside of the curry in general, I think the duck also worked the best with this dish. The Duck Drunken Noodles/Pad Kee Mao with broad rice noodles, chili, basil, Chinese broccoli, tomato, egg, peppercorn, kaffir lime leaves, and finger root was pretty solid also. The needles had good texture with some good wok hei though I wish they were a bit spicier and I also wish that the holy basil was fried a bit more. Otherwise, this duck was particularly crispy which went well with the noodles. The largest of the duck dishes though honestly my least favorite was one of their signatures; the Tiptara Duck for $26.95 consisting of crispy duck with snow peas, bok choy, and American broccoli, with sweet & sour chef's special sauce. The price point is $8 more than the other ones as the duck portion I believe was half instead of a quarter with there being a large leg along with several other pieces. The duck was nicely crispy though I found the sauce a little bit too sweet for my liking with it also having a more gloopy texture. This was fine. The Crispy Catfish In Ginger Sauce for $21.95 consisted of fried Thai catfish in ginger, onions, scallions, and black fungus mushrooms with ginger sauce. The sauce had a slight bit of sweetness to it and was pretty tasty with there being plenty of fish which was well prepared. This was decent though not my favorite but I did appreciate the mixture of vegetables with the fungus adding a nice texture. ‍ My least favorite was easily the Pork Prik Khing for $15.95 with with string beans and bell peppers sauteed with prik khing chili paste. The dish lacked the spice I associate with this dish being very light and almost on the bland end which was unfortunate and the pork by comparison wasn't that tender. The string beans could have been cooked longer as well and they also lacked a punch. I wouldn't recommend it at all. As the meal was cheap, we got a side of String Beans With Garlic (I believe $6 or so) which was a small and decent side. I wish the string beans; just like with the prik; were cooked a bit longer and were seared. This was alright. If the price point wasn't so reasonable, I probably would give this place a 3 as two dishes were very tasty, two dishes were alright, and two dishes weren't that good. However, the duck quality was excellent and there were a couple notably tasty dishes. Mid 3 rounded up for the price point.

A small Thai restaurant near Chinatown / lower east side. Inside has about 5-6 tables and there's one outdoor table. Service was just okay because it was just one waitress handling everything and one chef I think. There's a nice lunch special that is available all week between 11-3pm that comes with your choice of entree + appetizer. I'm not sure if the lunch special portions are smaller than the main menu but there was more than enough food that I couldn't finish. There's also mango sticky rice that I wanted to try but was unfortunately way too full after my meal for dessert. Food was okay but nothing special. We ordered the basil fried rice with pork and the massaman curry with chicken. The prices are amazing!

Food 4/5 Service 4.5/5 Ambiance 4/5 Very decent Thai food for a good price point Drunken noodles 4/5: a little saucy and sweet but liked the flat noodles and the ingredients overall. Portion size was just right Papaya salad 3/5: good portion but too much fish sauce that made it a bit too salty. Would prefer more sour and spicy Thai fried chicken 4/5: very good and tender chicken Calamari 4/5: batter was just right for the calamari but didn't love the sauce pairing

Food was great made me think about revisiting Thailand. Staff are very friendly.You should try milky Thai ice tea,yummy.

Food was ok, a bit salty. The chicken wings were nice size. Service was ok too. It's this little cafe in a basement in the lower east side. Menu selection was not bad.

We ordered takeout. My friend picked up the lunch so I can't comment on the service. The flavors are on point. But the portions were extremely small. We both ordered a curry (green and redl. Her curry had 3 slivers of chicken, and mine had 8. Sounds like a lot, but the amount of chicken could fit in my small fist. Will not return.

We picked up for an easy weeknight dinner & were so impressed! The restaurant itself is small, with 3-4 tables, and very homey! We ordered via Grubhub & left a comment asking for chili oil on the side and they saw it! I've asked this of other restaurants so many times (and have even gone to the trouble to CALL about my order to request it...to no avail...I digress) and this was the first time it's been granted. Hallelujah! The food was good & with a little extra chili oil & salt to my preference, AMAZING! I'm also stoked about the value - this is a new neighborhood find for us & having a tasty Thai spot that's SO REASONABLY PRICED is a huge win. My husband & I ordered the Thai fried rice with chicken, Tom Yum fried rice with beef (at the reco of a fellow yelper) spring rolls, and curry puffs. Everything was tasty & we'll definitely be returning!

It's a cute little place with kind service! I ordered the drunken noodles with beef to take out but it was meh. Super colorful but flavor felt lacking. The beef was also very tough and for some reason didn't taste like beef to me. The lunch special comes with an appetizer so I got the crispy spring rolls which I thought it was pretty yummy.

Food and Service was very nice. It has indoor seating and outdoor seating. Indoor ambiance was fresh and clean.

The restaurant is quite unassuming, but don't let that deter you away! The service is straightforward - I really do appreciate not having someone stop by every 10 minutes to ask how I'm doing because let me enjoy my food in peace! We've gotten the edamame, drunken noodles, and curry here before and they were all delicious! Thai eggplants are used in the curry and they were perfectly cooked and ripe. I've had many curries with eggplants that were under-cooked, which took away from all the goodness. The other vegetables (and the edamame) were all fresh as well. The drunken noodles were painfully and deliciously spicy. No farang spice here! Would definitely stop by for a fast, delicious meal when I'm in the neighborhood again!

A nice quiet neighborhood spot for lunch. Mid afternoon we were seated right away. The menu gives you the levels of heat designated by pepper signs. You select the protein with shrimp, chicken, pork or beef. The Massaman Curry was mild. My Penang Curry had a good sense of spice, a bit too much for my wife. Soft music played in tge background. It was nice.

This spot serves a variety of delicious Thai bites. This is the perfect spot for lunch or dinner and I love the Pad See Eew here! The Thai tea is also super delicious here.

Didn't love this place. Menu wasn't very authentic, and all the food was mediocre. best dish we ordered must've been the papaya salad which was pretty good but i wouldn't rave about it. The pad thai lacked flavor in my opinion(and i'm a pad thai enthusiast). Mussels were pretty good, came with a lot. Most menu items were a good price point value. Tomkha, wasn't for me-- this was the first time trying it though. Place was super tiny and quant but that means only about 20 ppl could be seated at all at once which was fine w me, just something to be aware about if on a time limit. Service was super kind and sweet, definitely need to be patient here, the host seems to also be doing alot of work in the kitchen as well. Giving it's a 3 over a 2 for good price point. Overall, i really wanted to love this place, but the food just wasn't up to par.

We always order takeout and Tiptara has quickly become my go-to for "what are do you want to eat?" conversation that happens so often. Their red curry with tofu is SIMPLY DIVINE. I don't know what they put in that curry or where they get their tofu, but it's a dish I will come back for again and again and again. Solid Thai food at decent prices and speedy pickup.

A great quick stop for lunch on a very very hot day as we walked to China Town. Clean and quick service. Great price on the lunch special which lasts til 3:30.

We've only gotten take out here. The food is fresh and lovely. Flavors good. The dining room is casual, ok for lunch but I wouldn't eat dinner in house because it's too casual for med

I visited here for lunch. I got the lunch special which comes with an appetizer and a main dish. Depending on your protein, the price will go up, but you're likely to spend under $20. The spring rolls were standard and the pad see ew was good. The waitress was on top of everything. The food arrived fairly quick as well. The place is pretty small so they will provide you with your check right away. They have a good amount of foot traffic so they need to keep it moving.

Cute, little and cozy spot (wish it was bigger) around LES but food was delicious. Service was on point; waiter checked in on us frequently. Only feedback I have is I've had better Thai iced tea elsewhere.

Actually really enjoyed this hole in the wall thai food. They weren't busy when me and my bestie stopped by and we were seated promptly. The wait for the food took a little bit but they had to put effort into making delicious dishes. I couldn't get enough of their sauce that came with the curry puffs and chicken satay with sticky rice. The curry puffs were really flaky, soft, flavorful and delicious. The chicken satay sticky rice was interesting but it was a good combination. The noodle & rice dish were fragrant and had a kick along with some authenticity to it. It was very cozy and small in this restaurant and I can't wait to come and try more dishes.

I get my lunch specials here during work - it includes an appetizer and a main dish. I don't think it's that spectacular, but it does the job. I don't like that the pad thai dish uses vermicelli-like noodles. Also, the pad thai tends to be very salty, taking away from the overall flavor. However, I do recommend the green curry. It has a good balance between spicy and creamy. The service is really fast, it only takes about 10 minutes of prep. I've only done take out, but the inside looks very cozy!

Very good food. My go to take out spot for Thai food !!! Quick service and good prices

AMAZING THAI FOOD at an amazing price. We ordered Thai iced tea, drunken noodles and Tom yum fried rice. Everything was fantastic. We didn't ask for a spice level and the default was not too spicy so I would ask for a specific spice level if you're looking for a kick. Tom yum fried rice was a stand out - never had anything like it - highly highly recommend. Prompt and fast service. Quiet hole in the wall space.

Fresh, authentic Thai cuisine. The service is so awesome, small spot, with reasonable prices in my hood. I have dined in and had delivery. Tiptara is a hidden gem. The chicken wings are a nice portion and are delish! I've had the Pad Thai and the fried rice as well. They just added beer and wine for $7 and they have a lunch special until 3pm.

Charming Thai spot that made me feel like I had escaped the LES for a moment when I stepped in. Came for a weekend lunch/brunch? after a late night and it was the perfect oasis. The space is downstairs and makes it a sort of hidden gem and the food here is great. I got a drunk noodles which was delicious with a Thai iced coffee. The iced coffee was a tad too sweet for my liking but I gulped it down nonetheless. Portions here are pretty large (I think they also have happy hour and lunch specials that are a great price for those interested). The space itself is pretty small and intimate with good service!

An absolute hidden gem in the LES/Two Bridges area! The owners are so lovely and hospitable and the food is great--especially given the prices! It's a small but very cute spot with two outdoor tables, and service is incredibly quick and attentive. Highly recommend their lunch specials for a generously portioned appetizer and entree!

I've been here multiple times and this place never misses. It's a small place but very cute and can get crowded at times. The lunch special is everyday from 11:30 AM-3:30 PM. It comes with an appetizer and entree. The portions are large and I often live with leftovers for lunch the next day. Everything is flavorful and delicious. The server is super nice and knows me now since I'm a regular now haha. I recommend this place for a great Thai lunch in the LES

Ordered chicken fried Thai rice and chicken fried pineapple rice and fried dumplings were so good. Service was great and ambiance was cool

Came at the undying recommendation of a dear companion, and Tiptara definitely lived up to their panoply of compliments for the spot! I ordered the lunch special - tofu Pad Thai with crispy spring rolls for the appetizer, specifically! The spring rolls were delightfully warm, with a deep savory flavor that was complimented by the sweet sauce that adorned it. (Side note: the dishes are so pretty?!) While I didn't get a photo of the tofu pad thai, it was very delicious. No notes. Pictured is the crispy spring roll, a really great Thai iced tea, and 1/2 of a duo of very pleased Tiptara fans. Everything - from the company, to the decor and ambiance, to the food, to the kindness and attentiveness of the staff, to the banger hits playing throughout the restaurant - was incredibly pleasant to experience.

Small and clean restaurant with delicious Thai food. The Pad Se Ew we can taste the wok "fire" and the beef was still tender. The catfish salad had the perfect balance of spicy and sweet. I can taste the fresh lemongrass and Thai basil. Really enjoyed the meal and will definitely go back.

New grand opening hidden spot ! Walked by and decided to try it out. The owner was super nice and accommodating, let us bring our bike inside because there was alot of mosquitoes outside ! Gotta love summer! Simple yet homey ambiance, they have some seating outside and inside as well. Ordered the roti massaman, the curry was so flavorful and rich! Roti was crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. Perfect combo! The chicken satay with sticky rice was also a great hit and of course can't go wrong with a beef patay noodle ! Will be coming back again soon to try out the other dishes!

This is not the best thai food as many other yelp reviews claim. And it's not authentic thai food which is okay if you know what you're getting yourself into. Most thai restaurants that we know are the americanized version which sells pad thai, pad see you etc. Tiptara is one of those joints and there's no shame in that. Just like how there's a time and place for americanized chinese take out, there is also a time and place for americanized thai food. The best thing I had was the thai iced tea. 10/10 would get again! Second best thing was the side of garlic sauteed string beans. Loved the yummy bits of fried garlic. Kids liked the chicken satay with sticky rice. The sticky rice was an interesting twist that I haven't seen before. The dipping sauces were good. I got the tofu pad see you was too sweet for my tastes. The tofu was fried well, however it was tasteless which makes me believe the tofu was pre-fried and thrown in the noodles at the end as an afterthought. Mediocre at best. I got the lunch special which came with a choice of appetizer. The fried thai dumpling was interesting, crispy on the outside with a sweetness to it. They did not have mango sticky rice when we visited which was really disappointing. Service was great. Friendly staff.

Light and cute ambiance. Delicious food. Great lunch special. Friendly staff. Quick food. What more could you ask for! Drunken noodle was good spicy and had fun flavors I wasn't expecting. Thai salad was sweet and simple.

I had a fantastic dining experience when I ate lunch at Tiptara. This is hands down some of the tastiest Thai food I have had before. Best Thai restaurant in the Lower East Side! The staff was extremely attentive and the service was great. The food came very quickly as well! With the 20% discount going on right now coupled with the reasonable prices of the lunch special it was well worth the price considering the portions and quality. The edamame was freshly steamed and coated with a generous sprinkle of coarse sea salt that complemented the tender texture of the beans. The amount that was provided was abundant, especially for a lunch special appetizer. The vegetable soup was shockingly delicious. It contained a panoply of fresh and colorful vegetables (carrots, broccoli, cabbage) and aromatics (like scallions). The broth was chock full of umami flavor without being too salty or heavy. I was most impressed with the Pad Se-Ew. The tofu was perfectly crisped on the outside and tender on the inside and had an incredibly satisfying mouthfeel. The noodles were chewy and smoky without being gummy. Bits of egg were interspered through the dish, offering subtly integrated pops of flavor. The vegetables were sauteed an ideal amount, wilted and caramelized in certain parts without compromising any structural integrity or crunch - they were neither overcooked nor undercooked. Fresh garnishes like the lime slice and herbs on top further escalated my dining experience. My mouth is watering thinking about this right now, hence why I am writing this review at 1am. The staff courteously offered me a refreshing Thai Iced Tea on the house after my meal which further cemented my impression of the excellent service. They also have comfortable outdoor seating options if you are COVID-conscious and/or want to soak up the Lower East Side ambience. I will definitely be back!

This place is amazing!! The food is so flavorful, and the price point is great for the portion given. For reference, we went during dinner time, but they have lunch specials 11:30-3:30. We got the following: Wings Roti with Massaman curry Massaman curry Pad se-ew Mango sticky rice Everything arrived quickly, and the waiter was hospitable/attentive even though we walked in with 7 people an hour before closing. Loved all the food and will be back to try more!

I've only ordered delivery from here but their lunch special is a great deal. They are quick, food is delicious and awesome pricing. I want to try dine in bc it's so good!

Found this place on Yelp and decided to give it a try. This will probably be my new go-to Thai restaurant. The noodle portions are big and it is so flavorful. I ordered a chicken drunken noodle and my fiancé ordered a chicken pad see ew, we were both very full afterwards. You can taste all of the spices and flavor. There was a perfect balance ratio of meat, noodles, and vegetables. Some restaurants try to skimp out and add a lot of extra onions and peppers but not Tiptara. The fried calamari is perfectly battered and seasoned well. Definitely give this place a try if you are in the area. Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Price: 5/5

I really love this Thai restaurant in the neighborhood. The food is really solid. I love the glass noodles, the curries, and especially the sticky coconut rice. The service is always terrific, the environment is really chill and relaxed. I am a big fan of the lunch special because there are so many options of proteins from: tofu, chicken, mock duck, salmon, Real duck, beef, shrimp, pork, whatever you want.

Delicious food and wonderful service. Great decor as well. They mixed up my order but gave me the extra food for free! Highly recommend!

Tip tap... tip tap... tip tap into Tiptara. Nice little Thai spot along E Broadway. Belly and Bucha both opted for the ever dependable chicken pad Thai (6.5). Bucha recommends pairing it with a Thai iced tea (8), always. If you're in the area and craving some Thai, stop here... or the alternative Thai competitor right next door.

I love this place. Firstly the quality of the food is excellent. It's not overly sweet like the other two nearby. The panang curry with mock duck is great - the sauce is rich and creamy. I also love their chicken wings which are huge but be forewarned very sweet and sticky but so crisp and lovely. The place is tiny and the staff really nice and kind and go out of their way. Great service. They also have a nice lunch special- I'm so glad this place is in my neighborhood

Authentic Thai food at very reasonable prices. Staff was very friendly. Great addition to the neighborhood. Highly recommend their sesame noodles and Thai iced tea. Also appreciate the fact that they offer their lunch specials on weekends. Would definitely come back.

Nice and quant Thai food spot in the east village/LES. This dishes were affordable and solid food. Our waitress had a great attitude and was very attentive. They'll let you enjoy your meal in peace and take your time finishing up your conversations. If you're in this area and looking for some good Drunken Noodles or Pad Se Ew definitely give this place a shot

This is the best Thai restaurant in all of NYC. The food is on point. I am blown away by how delicious everything is. The quality of the food goes above & beyond, Absolutely delicious Thai food that came quickly and was fresh and flavorful! The staff is also some of the sweetest people, very kind & quick to accommodate anything you need. I love this place. Highly recommended!

It's a very authentic Thai restaurant . Service was also very good too. My daughter and I love it so much!

Best Thai spot in the neighborhood. It's cheap, high quality and authentic. I order from them twice a week. Thank you for joining the neighborhood.

Tasty food, quick service and generally unfussy spot perfect for lunch. Small restaurant.

I had the curry lunch special with salmon. Huge portion of salmon as you can see here! And very flavorful and complex base. Will be coming back as my favorite Thai place in LES, and much cheaper than the rest, too.

So happy I discovered this place recently! The food is flavorful and delicious, and the prices are affordable. Great service in the restaurant and also seem to do a lot of deals on doordash! My favorite are the curry puffs, the drunken noodles, and the red curry. No notes-- lovely place.