100 Forsyth St

Dimly lit and hard to find, this is a hole in the wall phenomenal spot. The entrance is easy to miss as you take a few steps below street level but the hostess was there to flag me and other lost patrons down. To start, the cocktails were yummy with interesting flavor profiles and sake was smooth. The food is fantastic and very thought out. The wings - which were perfectly savory with a sweet fruity sauce - were cut in half to minimize the mess. Insane attention to detail! The papaya salad was mid though, you could skip. The spring rolls had a nice crunch too. The lobster noodles were amazing. There's not much more to say other than you have to try it for yourself. Maybe my favorite item: the ribs. The flavor, spectacular. Sweet savory. They were perfectly tender as well

I simply like this place cause it has such a chill vibe. Great for small groups who wants to chit chat with drinks and little nibbles of everything. Compliments to the chef as everything there was amazing. The sauce complimented all the dishes. They definitely did their homework in making it memorable. I apologize in advance if I did mess up on some of the dishes names as I had a bit to drink that night and didn't quite remember all the dishes except the fact that it the flavors were exceptional. Downside was that it was a tad dim to see the menu. Needed our phones to read through it before ordering.

Not gonna lie - was a little disappointed with the food here. The service was definitely nice, and the ambiance is cute (we were sat outside), but for a Thai restaurant, I was hoping for a little more flavor and overall spice. We ordered a total of 4 appetizers and two main plates to share amongst the 4 of us. I would say my favorite was actually the calamari with the avocado lime sauce which I was surprised about because I don't even think I've ordered something like that at a Thai restaurant. The wings were good, albeit very small. I don't know - the food in general was just ok, and I think TikTok is the only reason we came here. There's so much better Thai in NYC 100%.

I don't think there was a single dish I tried that I didn't like here. Everything was SO flavorful and absolutely phenomenal. I also loved the space. I was a little skeptical about the lobster dish because of the price tag, but they did not skimp on the lobster and I think it was totally worth it. The ribs were also a highlight and crab fried rice was bomb. I feel like I could never get tired of this place.

Elegant interior makes this place a perfect choice for an intimate date. Helpful service, dim lighting and chill music definitely put you in the right mood. The menu is filled with inventive options. Peek Gai Tod (chicken wings): very tiny wings, but yummy. Don't expect a lot of meat, though. Pla Muk Tod (crispy calamari): standard. Loved the lime avocado sauce that came with them. Poh Pia Pu (crab, truffle and mushrooms spring rolls): kinda plain... couldn't taste any of the ingredients. Moo Yang Som Tum Set (bbq pork with papaya salad): the pork was tender, but could have been more flavorful. The papaya salad wasn't spicy at all. Overall, you'd expect a Thai restaurant of this caliber to have very flavorful dishes, but this wasn't our experience. We enjoyed our food, but it could have been more flavorful, or at least spicier. It didn't feel authentic... and prices were a little too high compared to the quality and originality of the food.

So Thai is one of favorite food. So I tried this cute place and I enjoyed my time there. I ate outside but inside was also nice. Outside had a nice scenery, lots of plants & mural. Waiter was pleasant. I ordered the moo sarong (pork meatballs) but they weren't for my liking. We ordered the lobster dish and the duck. Although it's in the basement the esthetics is very nice

Great Thai place in Manhattan. Maa's Gaeng Pak was a yellow curry with a complex balance of sweet coconut milk, umami fish sauce, and spicy chili peppers. The Gai Yang roasted chicken had a crispy skin and juicy inside. The chicken inside could be a little bland but the dipping sauce helped. My table of two had a 15-min wait for Saturday lunch--I highly recommend getting a reservation before. Prices are a bit high, and rice is not free (~$4 for a small bowl). Decent amount of seating in the basement, although the interior may seem a bit claustrophobic. Friendly and fast service.

The food was good! Definitely would recommend Maa's gaeng pak (yellow vegetable curry - very flavourful with a sweet note to it) & the Sen Chan Pad Lobster (lobster pad Thai). The Som Tum Thai (papaya salad) and Larb Pla Tod (branzino) were also good if you like more of a light and refreshing dish! They talked up the Moo Sarang but flavor-wise was nothing too special. Outdoor ambiance was good. It was quieter than indoors which I appreciated.

I went to Wayla with a group of 6 friends on a Friday night. It was tough to get a reservation but they had openings early in the evening (6pm), and were accommodating when we ran a little late. The decor and music are really nice, you walk down stairs into a moody, mid century modern space. They sit larger parties outside on the patio, which is a cute and large space. The only issue we had was that it was a chilly evening and even with jackets we were quite cold since there were no heaters. This also made the food get cold quite quickly. The server was very nice and took our order fast, we got papaya salad (medium spice level), long beans, ribs, crab fried rice, and salmon. The papaya salad was definitely a medium spice level, so if you don't have a great spice tolerance, I'd recommend mild. The beans and crab fried rice were great texture but could have used a little more flavor and complexity. My favorite was the salmon which was very flaky and came in a coconut sauce that was very tasty. The ribs also tasted great with a sweet sauce they provided on the side, but weren't extremely tender. We skipped dessert since it was cold outside, but enjoyed the time at Wayla.

Great hidden Thai spot on the lower east side. Immersive flavors and helpful service. Some of the dishes could be improved with additional protein (e.g. the curry) but the ambiance can't be beat

I used to find Wayla a solid 4 but during the last visit, I found the food to be a bit flat. For apps, we got the calamari, papaya salad, chicken spring roll, and the bbq beef. Surprisingly, I found the calamari to be the stand out from the apps. It was crispy and seasoned well, paired with their delectable sauce. The disappointment was the papaya salad, not as much flavor as I would like and medium spice was very mild. Additionally the chicken spring rolls were dry and flavorless. Onto the mains: Crab fried rice - I would recommend this as they give chunks of crab. It's always a solid dish and very simple but delicious when pairing with the other dishes. Ribs - they were solid but nothing too special for me personally. Fried whole fish - I enjoyed this! Fish stayed crispy and the sauce was enjoyable. Steak - Would skip, nothing too memorable Lobster pad Thai - would skip this. Pad Thai noodles were clumpy and gluey. For an expensive dish and for it being Pad Thai, I was highly disappointed. It also didn't taste as traditional as I would like (flavor wise). Curry - vegetarian but surprisingly I enjoyed it because the curry itself was flavorful. I would get this again. Also my Thai iced tea tasted very watered down. The other individuals in my group who ordered same also agreed. That said, service was good. To be honest, there's a lot of Thai restaurants, especially good ones coming up in the last couple years so I'm not sure I'll be coming back that soon.

Delicious food, great indoor setting to have dinner with friends or fam. Cocktails were delicious and the food really is good. Service is fast and they're all pretty nice.

RATING: 7.5/10 PRO TIP: Get the branzino - it was our favorite dish. One thing this place is good for is not holding back on portion sizes. BRANZINO - wasn't sure what to expect but this was my favorite. Tender, frittery, crispy pieces of branzino fish in Thai sauces/seasonings with veggies. Makes for a pretty delicious stir fry that you don't really see too often. This was recommended to us, too, and glad we went with it. CRAB FRIED RICE - crab fried rice is hard to knock out of the park solely because there's so many places that make this. It was a good fried rice, fluffy, well cooked, no hard pieces, and there was a good portion of crab, and if you make sure to use the sauce on the side, it will take it from good to GREAT. LOBSTER PAD THAI The pad thai noodles themselves I've had better at many other places; it's not bad by any means, but it was a little soggy/perhaps overcooked or too much sauce. The lobster was good, but not sure this dish was greater than the sum of its parts. I'm not huge on lobster, though. FINAL CATEGORY: GREAT (terrible / bad / ok / good / GREAT / excellent)

Me and my friend went to this place in January and sat outside in their heated patio. My only complaint with this place is that the heated patios are not really heated (compared to the other ones in nyc). We were pretty cold and ate with our jackets on. However, the staff were very sweet and accommodating. That being said all the food was delicious! We started out with the homemade Thai tea w oat milk. I usually never like oat milk but this place had a creamy Thai tea and it didn't feel like oat milk at all. For appetizers we went with the chicken curry puffs, they were very soft and flavorful and the dipping sauce which is a yellow curry was also delicious. It came in a set of two, perfect for a date. We then ordered the crab friend rice and the yellow curry main. The crab fried rice was some of the best I've had in the city, the crab was super soft and buttery and with a little side of chilli powder this dish was exceptional. The yellow curry was delicious as well but nothing spectacular compared to the other dishes. Will definitely be coming back to try some more of the other dishes as well as to get the crab fried rice again!

Hidden Thai food restaurant in LES ! I was hosting my friend's birthday and actually I planed to reserve here before pandemic and finally accomplished !!! Food was excellent especially crab meat fried rice was everyone's favorite, I also love pork meat ball is really unique And Brussels sprouts was spicy yummy!! The wait stuff were all very kind and attentive. Of course their interior was worth of photograph not only patio also cool box seat.

My husband and I came here on the Friday afternoon of LDW. I requested to sit in the patio, which was quite beautiful and romantic. Nothing too girly/fancy with a bunch of fake flowers like a lot of asian places do sometimes - just the right amount of outdoor hanging lights and green plants. I ordered us: 1. Moo Sarong (pork meatballs) 2. Karipup Gai (curry puffs) 3. Som Tum Thai (papaya salad) 4. Pla Muk Tod (fried calamari) Everything was delicious! The Moo Sarong (pork meatballs) was the dish that we have never tried and I loved the texture the most. The curry puffs are a staple good hot hand snack. I always get the papaya salad at Thai restaurants and my husband loves any kind of fried calamari. I recommend Wayla for couples who enjoy Thai street food. Sit in the patio during the warmer months!

(Overall: 79% | C) - I found the service to be relatively nice, attentive, and accommodating. There are some flaws in the food, but overall has high potential for improvement! (Calamari: 82% | B) - The calamari itself interestingly lacks color but remains crispy and tasty. The spicy avocado crema pairs well to add creaminess and acidity, though I think it could work better if it wasn't spicy to provide more of a cooling vibe since the squid was already fried. (Thai Tea: 70% | C) - The drink looks good but unfortunately has a lot of crushed ice, making it not contain a lot of tea and quickly tasting bland and watered down. IG: @amei.eats

This place is so worth the hype!! I've been here a few times and the food is consistently great. You will need a reservation, as the restaurant is small and they're always busy. The See Krong Moo Yang (bbq ribs) are amazing- they fall right off the bone and pair really well with the pickled veggies they include. The Ped Tod Tum Tim is also a must-have for duck lovers. It's juicy and tastes so good with the pomegranate sauce. Also comes with a good portion of veggies! Their Khao Pad Pu (crab fried rice) is really flavorful. I enjoyed every bite and think this is the best seafood fried rice I've had! Definitely save room for dessert too!! I've tried both the mango sticky rice (not pictured) and the mango mousse and it seems like they alternate between the menu items. The mango is always very sweet, a great contrast with the black sticky rice. Dessert is my favorite part!

We dined at Wayla last night and loved the food, drinks, and overall experience! However, we won't make the mistake of sitting in the curbside booths again. The restaurant is located right along Chrystie Street, which sees a ton of gridlocked traffic on the weekends. The horn-blowing was constant, very loud, and really distracting, so lesson learned: it'll be inside dining or back patio only, should we make it back. And really, everything else was great. The service was on point, with top-notch recommendations and friendly attitudes. And it WAS nice to have the relative privacy of the spacious curbside room, so if you're looking for that and don't mind the noise, then the sidewalk dining might be for you. I was extremely impressed with this trendy Thai restaurant's inventive cocktail list. The infusion of Thai herbs, fruits, and spices really enlivens the drink menu. -Sway Wayla (gin, butterfly pea blossom, cucumber, lemon, shiso): Maybe it was just the color, but this cocktail reminded me of an aviation but with more herbal tea notes. -Bangkok surprise (mezcal, Suze, Thai grenadine, ginger syrup, pineapple juice, lemon). Wow. So good. This has tropical vibes from the ginger, pineapple, and grenadine, but also has this really impressive depth of flavor, almost like something you'd get from black sugar. Hard to describe, but we agreed that the cocktail hits a pleasure center in the brain, like foie gras or chocolate. It's just that good. Starters: Moo Sarong: This might very well be Wayla's signature dish. Those little pork meatballs wrapped in crispy noodle are too cute and unique not to order. They taste pretty good, too- especially the addictive chili sauce, which has sweetness, spice, and just a hint of pungency. Karipup Gai (minced chicken, onions, and potatoes in puff pastry): so good! Get these. They're a bit like Indian potato samosas but with a mild, savory, coconut-based yellow curry (karee curry) as a dipping sauce. Larb Pla Tod (whole fried branzino, shallots, mint, lime, chilies): as others have noted, the presentation of this fish dish is unique. It's the whole dish, but the flesh has been removed, deboned, friend into little crispy cubes, and mixed with fragrant spice. The marinade boasted a sour, fermented, pungent, umami flavor found in dishes like Penang laksa. The airy consistency of the cubes are reminiscent of fried tofu. Khao Pad Pu - crab fried rice with egg and chives. Great accompaniment for the branzino. We were going to go with the lobster pad Thai, but when we saw that it was $50, we were like, eh. The crab fried rice was like $20 cheaper and was very good.

The food was absolutely delicious and flavorful ! The branzino was amazing. The beef fried rice had the perfect amount of spice. I would 100000% come back and try more things on their menu and definitely get the branzino again!

Not a fan. Whole experience was terrible. Fried branzino was good but overpriced for the value/portion. crab fried rice was cold and bland. thai tea was straight water. papaya salad was okay. whole place was over gentrified. NOT authentic at all. Our waiter was straight tweaking and whispered the whole time while the restaurant was blasting music like it was a club, couldn't even hear my friend who sat across from me. the purple rice was maybe like 4 tables spoons and COLD. honestly terrible experience we didn't even want to finish our dinner. surprised it has good reviews. don't fall for it. i'll never come back.

Whenever I am in NY - I will always try to have a meal here. The food is so good. I have yet to find a dish that was not delicious. Portions are also generous! Cocktails are fun and tasty.

This restaurant is below ground - you need to step down stairs in order to get to the entrance (they didn't really have restaurant signage at the street). Food was good! Everything in the food felt intentional. Nice outdoor seating in the back. Was a fan of all the small doggos hanging about. My favorite dishes: Kaoh Pad Pu (Lump Crab Fried Rice) Gai Yang (Grilled Chicken) Kua Kling (wok fried shrimp) The pork meatballs (Moo Sarong) and Papaya Salad weren't too memorable for me - next time I visit I'd probably try other appetizers.

A restaurant that has got it all down to the details! A rare find. Delicious food, highly competent, friendly staff, and warm, well-designed environment. The restaurant is tucked away in a ground level space, so it's a restaurant you seem to have to know about in order to find. I am glad to have stumbled upon it online. The curry was full of seemingly super fresh vegetables - Brussels spouts, the sort of medium-sized carrots with stems that remind me of a farm-to-table restaurants, broccoli. Ie unique vegetables for a curry. The added grilled shrimp to the curry were grilled well. The side of purple sticky rice was unique and elevated the dish. It's nice for the restaurant to have thought of ways to make simple things like rice special. My friend got the tofu "long beans" dish which was similarly delicious. For dessert I got the mango mousse which was great, but I thought the purple sticky rice it came on top of was unnecessary. I know it's a play on mango and sticky rice but rice after rice for dinner wasn't too appealing. I would recommend they do away with the rice but other than that about as good as it gets for an upscale yet casual meal.

Came for a group dinner, perfect for the occasion. We were seated outside in a patio area. Inside seemed a little bit more cramped so we were happy with outside. Food tasted great as expected, not super unique as I've had the same at other Thai restaurants but good for sharing. Service was excellent.

Returned for dinner with a party of 4 and had another great meal! Didn't feel rushed this time, which was nice. I tried: + Pandan colada + Bangkok surprise + Sen chan pad lobster + Larb pla tod (whole fried branzino) + Yum nua yang (bbq beef) + Peek gai tod (chicken wings) + Kanang pad krapow (Brussels sprouts) + Maa's gaeng pak (veggie curry) + Mango mousse with sticky rice The highlights were the pandan colada, the chicken wings (so nice we ordered them twice - potentially the best chicken wings I have ever had, ever), the veggie curry, and the dessert. Definitely some of the best Thai food around!

Food- Food was good amazing flavors- I'd say on par or similar to soothr Must try the yellow curry Service- Fast and the food was nice and hot Ambiance- Sat outside so not the best judge but food looked stunning

Excellent Thai fusion in the LES by Delancey. The space is also quite unique as the main restaurant space is located in the basement but they have garden, curbside/outdoor, and indoor seating. The staff is great - friendly, attentive, and they are FAST. The fare itself is quite excellent - and the prices are reasonable for the portions and the quality of the ingredients. I would highly recommend the lobster noodles, pork ribs, and fried branzino. The lobster noodle is a premium version of a pad thai with a whole lobster - it is a must-try. The pork ribs are melt-in-your-mouth tender, and the branzino is flavorful and perfectly fried. We also got the bone-in strip steak which was solid as well. Will be back and this is worth a visit if you are downtown and craving some upscale Thai fusion.

We were seated outside on the patio which was beautiful. In the summer it can get pretty hot so inside would be better for next time. The service was great and the servers were knowledgeable about the food, portions, and recommended some great cocktails. Some of the cocktails were too sweet but overall great. The highlights of the meal were the branzino which had a perfect crispy texture and juicy taste and the crab fried rice. I think the fried rice could have been slightly more seasoned but overall was delicious and you could actually taste the crab. The curry and brussel sprouts (recommended by the server) were also great additions. The brussel sprouts were perfectly cooked and well seasoned. The curry had a great variety of vegetables that added different flavors. The portions were also bigger than expected which was nice to share with a large group of people. For a total of 8 people, we got 9 dishes and that was more than enough. A wonderful spot for small or large groups, and special meals!

Best food I've had in years and I ordered TO-GO at that! The green beans with tofu is a sure fire bet. The fish and the desert were my favs. I definitely think that ambiance wise I wouldn't dine in order because it seems somewhat loud for such a romantic setting but that's just me. If I'm looking to be on a date I'd choose this more as a late night out first stop. Service wise I had a drink as the bar and it was so refreshing and delicious. The bartender advised us on the best drink to go with our overall order and I'm so glad that we listened. Definitely a great spot for a night with the ladies but as for a date...maybe the cross is different during the week vs the weekend.

Always such an amazing experience and delicious food! We came with a group on a Friday night, and the place was packed! We were lucky to get table in the backyard, which was so spacious. The service was on point and very attentive. We basically ordered everything on the menu! We couldn't resist as the dishes were all so wonderfully prepared and flavors so bold and authentic. Some of the highlights that are a must get: - beef salad - chicken wings! - fried calamari with an avocado dipping sauce - fried branzino - string beans - of course the lobster noodles If we could eat here daily we would!

A beautiful restaurant I have been meaning to try for some time. We sat in the basement which I thought was quite charming, and I really appreciate the service we got there, which was very attentive and kind. Didn't indulge in cocktails this evening, but I may want to come back for some as they had some creative options and seems like they are highly reviewed! As a vegetarian, there are only a couple of options on the menu, which was a bit disappointing. And as a noodle over rice kind of person, the lack of a solid vegetarian noodles options is a shame. Yet, I really enjoyed the fried rice I ordered, which was nicely spiced and came with a large portion size. We also tried the vegetable curry, which had a nice spread of vegetables but the curry itself was nothing to write home about. All in all, this makes for a good date spot I think, but as a vegetarian, I'd treat this more for their ambiance and possibly drinks over being standout for their food.

A bit loud. Younger crowd. And very busy. 7:00 reservation. Got seated at 7:20. Order drinks while waiting and they were good. As for the food. I like comparing to other restaurants. So ordered the crab fried rice, which was the best I've had yet, ribs were excellent. Squid was average as was the truffle egg roll Staff was attentive and gladly answered questions about the food. I will definitely be going back as there is more to explore here

The papaya salad was crisp and refreshing with a little tang. We added the jumbo shrimp, which was well cooked and seasoned. The crab fried rice was reasonably portioned and had a nice kick to it from the chilies, although it was a little plain for my liking. The salmon paired well with the eggplant and the skin was nicely crisped. The waiters were very attentive and refilled out waters frequently. The restaurant itself was dark and cozy with candle lit tables. We were sat next to the speakers which were playing clubbish music which was kinda weird.

We were a party of 4 and sat in the back for lunch. Very spacious picnic tables and a nice ambience for daytime. Food was great, overall had a good time! Thai iced tea - not too sweet. Tasted a bit thin for my liking. Too much ice. Beef salad - so delicious! This was my favorite dish. I don't even like beef but this was tastyyy. Yellow curry - have to buy rice separately. Good flavor but all vegetables. I would have appreciated some protein. Purple sticky rice - yummy! Green beans - a lot of flavor! I liked the tofu pieces too. Pad Thai with tofu - good but average tasting Crab fried rice - tasted like regular fried rice with some good chunks of crab.

Loveeeee this place! A client bought me here for dinner and I've been back a few times. First off get the branzino !!! If you're more than two then get two because you will not want to share. I like to get brussel sprouts anytime it's on the menu and there's did not miss at all. I'm sort of having flashbacks about their food it's delicious, a flavor party for your mouth. I finally got to try their lobster noodle it was just as good as I expected it to be. Their drinks are just as good as well. Everything is well worth the price. Although the place make look small, it is sort of a tight fit, there's several seating options. They have heated seating out front and a back patio. I've eaten at the bar and didn't mind it. Just be prepared to be asked or ask what someone else is eating.

We had reservations for 9 for dinner and when we arrived, we were surprised to discover that there were only three 2-person tables pushed together for our party. We pointed it out and initially we were told that they would add another table and a chair to the end to fit all 9 of us. The fourth table was pushed over and a staff person brought the ninth chair. Suddenly the manager showed up and very rudely, brusquely informed us that the fourth table must be put back as they were "booked up" and "busy". When it was pointed out that the reservation was originally made for 8 and a subsequent call was made to add the ninth person; the manager stated that, "...there was no information about the ninth person in the notes and since it wasn't in the notes, they would not accommodate the request...". When it was pointed out yet again, that the reservation was for 8 and we had seats and tables for 6 - she repeated the bit about there being no notes and said that the lack of notes in the system was the fault of the person calling in to make the reservation. What?! She then disappeared and we did not se her for the remainder of the evening. We made the best of it and we managed to all gather around the table for the 1 hour 45-minute dinner. During the reservation call, we were given a $55 dollar per person price and yet when the manager came over, she said the $55 was for parties of 8 or less and that parties over 8 would be $65 per head and then also threw out a $79 dollar prix fixe a la carte price which made no sense and that she did not explain. As it turned out, for the table of 9; we were instructed to pick 5 appetizers, 3 entrees and 1 side of rice. When I inquired as to whether this "family style' selection was enough for 9; the server responded with "...it depends how hungry you are...". This did not answer the question in the least. To be safe, we ordered an extra appetizer, 2 extra entrees and an order of crab fried rice and the vegetable fried rice. The food was good, no issues with the food at all - but the platters of food were the same size as the single serving entrees so it was not "family style" in the least and even with 5 entrees that we ordered; it was a tasting of food at best. The cocktails were good, I enjoyed my whiskey spiked thai iced tea cocktails and it was all good Thai food. The moo sarong or crispy noodle wrapped meatballs were nothing special, tasty bites but certainly not up to the over-hype. At the 1 hour 40-minute mark, the server unsubtlety made clear that they wanted us to wrap up and clear out; no offer of dessert or coffee. Overall, the experience left much to be desired and I would not recommend Wayla as anything special; in NYC, I can easily suggest 20+ better Thai restaurants to go to for both great food and great service.

Still incredible, especially the lobster noodles and the vegetable curry. The crab fried rice was also excellent, although I think I may have actually preferred the vegetable version. The papaya salad was also great.

I came with a friend for Saturday brunch at 1pm. Pros are that the ambiance was dim and cozy and service was friendly and prompt, but unfortunately I was let down by the dishes we ordered. Perhaps their dinner menu is better? We got the moo sarong (pork wrapped in fried noodle), nua jay pan aoi (impossible meat on sugarcane skewers), and crab fried rice. The crab fried rice would probably be my favorite dish of the three, but even then I found it to be bland in comparison to other places. The skewers were a nice vegan/vegetarian option but nothing that special. I was most let down by the moo sarong, which is their signature dish. The meat was dry and it would've been hard to eat if it were not for the sweet and sour sauce served on the side. It didn't help that all our dishes were served on the colder side. The portion sizes and prices are not bad. The starters are small but the crab fried rice was quite large and the two of us were satiated with the 3 dishes we got. The total for both of us was around $70 post tax and tip.

WOW this place blew me away. The dishes are sooo good, it made me crave for more after. Both dishes were so well flavored, everything was well balanced. My only critique is that for the price of the duck I wish there was more meat. The duck was very lean and I didn't get much meat from it. It felt like I was mainly eating the skin. We got purple sticky rice to pair, but it was a bit on the harder side and it didn't pair well with these dishes.

The flavors in Wayla's dishes are kicking and screaming (in a good way). Highlights, in order: the Gai Yan (grilled Amish chicken), marinated to perfection with a hint of smokiness from the grill; the Karpup Gai (curry puff), though I always tend to gravitate towards flaky pastries filled with savory goods; and the Kua Kling (spicy spicy spicy shrimp). This is the type of place you'd eat at with friends who are actual foodies with a love for adventure and trying something new.

Stumbled by this place with some friends one night in LES and loved this place! Getting here was a bit of a mess, unfortunately. We called and were able to get a seat, but when we arrived were told to check the downstairs area, where we were directed upstairs, and then finally downstairs again to sit at the bar. Not a huge deal, but we were a bit worried there was some miscommunication about our reservation. Sitting by the bar was great, as the bartender was friendly and helpful when it came to recommendations. I ordered two cocktails: the first, a pandan-forward tropical drink, while the other was their spin on an alcoholic Thai iced tea. Both were excellent! I ordered the yellow curry, which was a sweet, hearty stew full of rice and vegetables. The portions were massive and you will leave with leftovers. A great experience and I look forward to coming back again.

We stopped by for dinner with a reservation. The place was packed. They had a person out on the street letting people in. We were seated in a very dingy and small area with very tightly packed tables. We were also only given one menu and it took a while to get another menu so we just decided to share it. The space was so tight that everyone was just bumping into each other. It also seemed like we were almost in the personal space of the couple sitting next to us. The service was okay. I didn't think it was very attentive. I noticed that they had some nice seating area out by the front so that might be a different experience. The drinks were really good. The land of smiles cocktail was good. The crab spring rolls were really good. The lump crab fried rice was also really good. The bbq ribs were alright. The meat was super tender and excellently cooked but the flavor was a bit behind. It would've been nice if it came with some rice or something on the side to eat it with but the picked veggies was a nice addition. The food was good but the seating and service could improve.

Such a great spot in the neighborhood. Drinks are incredible, dishes are imaginative and can be beautiful. A great spot both on a date or brunch/dinner/cocktails with the girls! It's a spot I keep on my rotating list of favorites. Make sure to grab a resy tho because they can fill up fast. 5/5

Wonderful meal! Sat in the back yard, under the stars with my boyfriend, celebrating our anniversary. Food was amazing: Had spring rolls,BBQ ribs, crab fried rice, brussel sprouts, mango mousse and coconut ice cream. We loved every single dish ( oh and the drinks too!!!!) We thought everything seasoned and cooked to perfection! The atmosphere was romantic, the staff starting with Tom Tom and all the wait staff and check in staff were wonderful- friendly, welcoming and hospitable. Thank you soooo much!!!!

Wayla has been bookmarked for the longest time and I finally had a chance to head downtown to try them out. It may be easy to miss the restaurant since it is in the basement but there was a host waiting outside who noticed I was looking for the restaurant and he was able to direct me to my table. The restaurant is nicely decorated and has really cool vibes. All of the staff were super friendly and helpful too. Their drinks are pretty unique and there is a great range of alcohol, so there is definitely a drink for everyone to enjoy. I had the Mango Tango and it wasn't too sweet and not too strong, which is perfect to me. My friend ordered the same drink after trying mine and it actually didn't taste the same as mine did. We told our waiter and the bartender was more than happy to fix it to our liking. The portions for every dish we ordered were large enough to be shared. To start, we had the Pla Muk Tod (fried calamari), Peek Gai Tod (chicken wings), Kua Kling Kung (wok-fried shrimp), Tua Pad Prik Khing (long beans), and Khao Pad Pu (crab fried rice). The calamari was nice and crispy and the sauce was so addicting that we asked for more because we still had half of the plate to finish. The wings were cut in half for ease of eating and it was also crispy and flavorful. The sauteed shrimp was SOOO spicy! Our waiter did warn us, but most of us could handle spice, so we still wanted to try it anyway. It was also numbing, but it was still delicious to me. The long beans were also spicy but not as much as the shrimp; I liked the chili paste they used because it gave a lot of flavor. The crab fried rice was cooked perfectly and there was a lot of crab meat; it's a good staple for me but it wasn't anything unique. Their menu is on the pricier side, which is no surprise since it is in the city, but everything was so good and the experience was great, so I would definitely return.

Wayla has large portions that are great for sharing! We reserved for 6:15 on a Thursday night, and the space was not crowded at all until around 7/8pm. Waiters were great but not too intrusive, so is a great intimate space (especially outside)! We shared 2 entrees and calamari, but we became so full off of just the app and curry. Next time, i would only share an entree such as the curry and a big app like the calamari, especially since things are a little pricier here! Would come back to try some other things.

Had a girls night out here and we all know when catching up with your girls while drinks are flowing, you can lose track of time. Back track, we had the calamari to share which came with a delicious avocado lime dipping sauce.. I'm usually a sweet chili girl but instantly fell in love with this sauce. I had the crab fried rice which came with fish oil, I wasn't gonna try it until our waiter insisted.. and it made such a difference. The rice was bland at first.. immediately upon adding the fish oil it became just the right amount of spicy and salted perfectly. Delicious jumbo pieces of crab. My friend had the duck, it was my first time trying duck (late I know) and it was sweet.. I love sweet okay.. it has just the right amount of sweet too, not overwhelming. So everything was going fine until we got asked 3 times within 10 mins by 3 people were we ready to box our food up, the 3rd time was right after we just got a 2nd round of drinks. We declined each time, then 1 of the servers came over to explain their 90 minute rule. We were 2 hours in, I get the 90 minute rule if the place is packed and people are waiting but when there are several open tables and there's no one waiting in the front? Also, why accept our 2nd request for drinks if the 90 minute rule is as so important. We ordered the drinks & they arrived around 7, by 7:10 they were explaining the 90 minute rule. It instantly made my experience go from a 5 star to a 3, nothing worst than feeling unwelcomed when you're actually spending money trying to support a small business. Then the waitress proceeded to show us a tablet of upcoming reservations after we already asked for the check, drawing attention to us.

Overall rating: 4.8 Suppppeeeerrr cute spot in the LES that I've had on my list for awhile. My friend and I had only a few appetizers to snack on, one of which were these absolutely cute puffs. They tasted very different and unfamiliar texture. I really liked it! The service was a tad delay, but I thought it was a bit odd on where we were seated. We were scrunched up in the basement and overflowing with people. But there was no body sitting at the bar areas. It was odd. Next time I come, I'm going to request to sit at the bar or outside. The table next to us was less than 2 inches away. Too close!