Somtum Der

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in:Manhattan Thai3 pts
replying to u/kokoromelody: Somtum Der - especially for Isan Thai dishes
“my favorite thing about Somtum Der is that it’s so distinct from most of the rest of these. Isan dishes are still Thai of course, but they play with funky and sour flavors in a way that I rarely see in other places. The Super Peek Gai at Somtum Der is one of my favorite soups in the city”
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in:Favorite mango dishes in Manhattan?109 pts
“Somtum Der: tum mango with crispy salmon”
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in:What’s your favorite NYC restaurant?99 pts
“Somtum der... Somtum, fried chicken”
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in:Replacement for Ugly Baby- Where to go?65 pts
“I’ll always love Somtum Der, and they choose violence if you convince them you want it truly spicy”
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in:Where can I find the most drop-dead dangerous-level spiciest restaurants in Manhattan / Brooklyn? 🌶️55 pts
“get the crab pad thai at Somtum Der on Ave A and tell them not to exercise restraint”
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in:Thai Place Manhattan42 pts
“If you’re looking for Thai spicy it’s Somtum Der.”
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in:What are the best restaurants in NYC that are not fine dining or super expensive?29 pts
replying to u/Ok_Werk336: some places that are easier to get into and super good in EV area: Madame Vo, Minca, Il Buco Alimentari, Cafe Mogador, Somtum Der Soho: Rintintin, Shoo Shoo Williamsburg: Birds of a Feather, Deux Chats, Robertas
“Somtum Der is special. papaya salad with sticky rice skewers to mop up all the left over sauce. Actually, get all the skewers. The milk marinated pork and the fried chicken are unbelievable.”
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postIssan Thai recs now that somtum der is closing????24 pts
“It’s my favorite Thai in the city and I especially love the Larb moo (spicy pork salad)”
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in:Solo diner in NY, searching for a few lunch and dinner recommendations please!19 pts
“if you want properly spicy Isan Somtum Der is excellent.”
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in:Pranakhon or Somtum Der and Chalong or Wondee Siam, what are your favorite dishes to order?14 pts
“Somtum der. Larb salad”
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in:your top 5 NYC restaurants12 pts
“Somtum Der for Thai, also spicy haha”
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in:Most flavorful bite in NYC. 12 pts
“Papaya salad with salted duck egg from Somtum Der”
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in:What's a restaurant where, if someone expresses dislike/hatred for it, you start to wonder about their taste in general?11 pts
replying to u/rikbrown: I really want to like it but every time I have been (ok it’s just 3 times) it has been surprisingly mediocre. Not at all spicy (despite asking for spicy - we have a high tolerance but made it clear) and nothing that blew me away compared to many of the countless other good Thai spots in NYC. Am I doing something wrong?
“This is the exact experience I always have. I practically beg them to fuck me up (went three times) and just get something with a hint of spice that i have to dump birds eye chili on.”
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in:"Goodbye Ugly Baby!" Ugly Baby is permanently closing! 9 pts
replying to u/The_UndergroundMan11: So if Ugly Baby is closed, what's the recommendation for the next best thing for super spicy authentic Thai food ?
“Som Tum Der is really great and spicy.”
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in:Replacement for Ugly Baby- Where to go?9 pts
replying to u/vagrantwastrel: I’ll always love Somtum Der, and they choose violence if you convince them you want it truly spicy
“The shrimp “sashimi” (I forget what it’s actually called, but that’s how they describe it) at Somtum Der is one of the best dishes in New York hands down.”
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in:Recommendations for Spicy food9 pts
“Somtum Der in East Village has some pretty spicy dishes. Isan style Thai.”
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in:Looking for a hip spot in EV for 6 people7 pts
“Somtum Der - Authentic Thai”
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in:Where is your favorite Pad Thai in NYC?6 pts
“I like the spicy pad Thai at Somtum Der.”
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in:Food that you won't find anywhere else in the world.6 pts
“Thai - somtum der - not as spicy, fish sauce heavy”
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in:Soothr vs Thai diner vs Fish cheeks 5 pts
“Somtum Der is authentic Issan thai if you want regional.”
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in:Recommendations for Spicy food5 pts
“For Thai, Somtum Der and Zaab Zaab are both very spicy and regionally specific (at least the Zaab Zaab in Woodside - I have heard the newer locations are a bit more crowd-pleasing).”
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in:Pranakhon or Somtum Der and Chalong or Wondee Siam, what are your favorite dishes to order?5 pts
“Fried chicken is amazing”
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in:Anyone know any places that have extremely spicy food4 pts
replying to u/Horatiotheduck: Off the top of my head it would be Somtum Der, Ugly Baby, spicy hot wings at Mudville9, chicken sandwich at Rowdy Rooster (ask for spiciest heat level), and Chongqing Lao Zao
“I did not find somtum der spicy in the slightest. But it was tasty! Also really small portions, though.”
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in:Anyone know any places that have extremely spicy food4 pts
replying to u/Emperorerror: I did not find somtum der spicy in the slightest. But it was tasty! Also really small portions, though.
“I’m a wimp but it’s pretty spicy. And decent portions.”
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in:What's a restaurant where, if someone expresses dislike/hatred for it, you start to wonder about their taste in general?4 pts
replying to u/dinky-park: Somtum Der
“the flavor and value here is off the hook”
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in:Judge the food I ate in NYC4 pts
“although som tum is solid.”
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in:Juiciest, most mouth-scorching Thai salad4 pts
“Somtum Der’s somtums are all great, and if you ask for Thai spicy they will choose violence.”
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in:Favorite Thai food joints in Brooklyn?3 pts
replying to u/mikemuscalaGOAT: What do you get from Som Tum Der? I’m a Boran regular but I’ve been wanting to take the walk and try Som soon
“As the name suggests, get the som tum.”
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in:Favorite lobster and crab dishes3 pts
“Crab Pad Thai at Som Tum Der”
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in:Best mushroom dish in the city?3 pts
“The mushroom larb at Somtum Der is spicy ad but so good”
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in:Favorite unique dishes/restaurants/cuisines?2 pts
“Som Tum Der in Red Hook has a fantastic spicy raw green papaya salad”
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in:Favorite Thai papaya salad?2 pts
“i recently went to som tum der and really enjoyed the salted egg one!”
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in:my chef friend👨🏻‍🍳 said Thai Diner is the best restaurant in NYC right now.. he wasn't wrong2 pts
“For authentic Thai I’d say Som Tum Der, Soothr, Pye Boat and Sripraphai”
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in:influence/deinfluence my seafood-heavy restaurant list for a week in nyc2 pts
“Somtom der has a wonderful crab fried as well, also the raw prawns there is one of my favorites.”
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postThai Culinary Chronicles: A Flavorful Expedition Through NYC's Best Dishes1 pts
“The chefs have mastered the art of achieving the perfect crispy skin while keeping the meat succulent and flavorful. A true testament to their culinary prowess, earning it a solid spot in my favorites.”
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in:Looking for some cheap eats for date night1 pts
“Somtum der also a bunch of good meat centric dishes that are good and cheap”
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in:Trying to eat as much as I can in 4 days. What do you recommend?1 pts
replying to u/Nabzio: We were looking forward to going to Thai Villa again since we liked it so much last time but might give another place a shot. Anything specific you liked from those places?
“Somtum has really good crab pad thai, fried chicken, moo ping, papaya salad.”
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in:Trying to eat as much as I can in 4 days. What do you recommend?1 pts
replying to u/Nabzio: We were looking forward to going to Thai Villa again since we liked it so much last time but might give another place a shot. Anything specific you liked from those places?
“They are truly authentic in taste, something that's super hard to find.”
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in:Best mushroom dishes (EV, LES, Chelsea)1 pts
“Spicy Minced Mushroom Salad at Som Tum Der”
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in:What is the single best tasting dish you can eat in the whole city?1 pts
“Fried chicken Som Tum Der”
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in:I work very long hours and get a $35 per diem for working late. I’m bored of my regular orders. Any new suggestions? 1 pts
“som tum der (mao noodles, larb moo)”
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in:Completely lost at where to start food wise 1 pts
“I'll specifically recommend [Somtum Der](https://maps.app.goo.gl/2GqEvTgpqYSJeVwq6) (Thai food from Isan province, very spicy and very good)”
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in:What’s your “once a month” food?1 pts
“Neither of them are authentic, but it’s the closest I can find near me”
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in:What's the best thing you've eaten in the past week?1 pts
“Goong chae nam plaa from som tum der- absolutely to die for.”
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in:What's the best thing you've eaten in the past week?1 pts
“Tum Mango Crispy Salmon At Somtum Der.”
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in:Immigrants of NYC, what restaurant in the city has the best version of your home country’s food?1 pts
“Somtum Der, Wondee Siam, and Khao Kang offer very authentic Thai meals.”
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in:Best Pad Thai in NYC?1 pts
“Someone just recommend "Somtum Der in the east village. It’s Isan Thai. Sooo good but definitely very spicy"”
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in:Best Pad Thai in NYC?1 pts
“Sooo good but definitely very spicy”
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in:East village1 pts
“Somtum Der (Thai, great papaya salad)”
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in:If you loved Pok Pok, what would you recommend that is similar (or better)!1 pts
“Somtum Der, I love their shrimp crudo dish”
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