A Delicious Thai Escape on Amsterdam Land Thai on the Upper West Side is an absolute delight, offering bold flavors and a relaxed, welcoming vibe. I sat outside on Amsterdam Avenue, soaking in the neighborhood's energy while enjoying a meal that was nothing short of perfection. The crispy spring rolls arrived first, golden and packed with fresh veggies, accompanied by a sweet, tangy dipping sauce that set the tone for the meal. The pad thai was a standout--warm, savory, and just the right balance of sweet and nutty, with tender noodles and perfectly cooked chicken. The ginger shrimp was equally amazing, adding a bright, aromatic kick to the succulent shrimp and veggies. As I sat there, watching the bustling street with each delicious bite, it felt like the ideal New York outdoor dining experience. Land Thai has definitely earned a spot on my go-to list for the UWS!

Land had good service and good food at reasonable prices for the upper west side. I got the pad Thai with shrimp and a side of crab omelette. The pad Thai was basic with only a few pieces of shrimp but the sauce was excellent. I could have added more protein for an extra $3-$4 but opted not to. I think they use actual tamarind in the sauce as opposed to colored weird substitutes. The crab omelette was also delicious and fried to crispy perfection. I would go back again next time I'm nearby.

Land's food was delicious and the staff was so kind! We would definitely eat here again. I ordered drunken noodles with chicken (medium spice).

The place was pretty nice; I'd recommend for a date spot (most of the patrons in the restaurant were couples). While the food is fairly priced, it's not exactly cheap. Most dishes were around $17-20 without tip and tax. Tables are plentiful (about a dozen tables for 2 people including outdoor dining). My go-to for Thai restaurants is pad see ew, and while Land's is quite good, I'll say it's on the sweeter side. I personally like sweet-savory, and prefer pad see ew like that, but just be aware that it tastes like they added an extra spoonful of brown sugar to that dish. It also has a bit of a sauce to it, and the noodles were thin, round ones, which I'm not used to. The drunken chicken noodles were tasty. I think "medium" spice is perfect for this dish (you can adjust your spice level). Definitely try the Thai iced tea. Yes, I'm basic. But it's not over saturated or overly sweet, nor does it taste like water. Overall, I'd go back, although I do wish it was a bit less expensive.

This Thai food won't change your life, but it's good enough, and sometimes that's honestly all you need. ESPECIALLY when they're one of the rare places that have weekend lunch specials. For $13.50 you get an appetizer and an entree. THIRTEEN FIFTY. It's unheard of. I ordered the spring rolls and the chicken pad see ew for my courses. I loved the crispiness of the spring rolls as well as the fact that it came with TWO in the order. But my spring roll preference is when the filling is chopped small so that I can't really tell what's in there, while I found this filling to be made of huge chunks of carrots and cabbage. Nothing wrong, just a preference thing. Upon first look, I thought my pad see ew was a bit lacking in terms of size, but it's a lunch special. Truly cannot really complain. I thought the flavors were decent enough. The first few bites I thought veered slightly on the underseasoned side, but I think much of the sauce sunk to the bottom of the plate, so the last few bites were better. You get what you pay for, and I truly cannot complain about the food I got for $13.50. I also got a Thai iced tea, which came in this vase-like cup. It was slightly watery, but you get so much Thai iced tea in comparison to other places I think. I really felt like I just kept sipping at it and there seemed to be an endless supply of tea. I loved it. The interior of the space is really nice, though. It's well lit and well decorated, and it would be a great place to eat with a group of friends!

Displays really surprised me! Their khao soi and crispy duck were EXTREMELY GOOD. Even having been to Thailand, I would say it's comparable or even better! The flavors were there, the crispy duck was super super crispy and tender in the middle and the noodles were just the right amount of spicy. The portion sizes are fair and they're clean and quick!! LOVED IT and my expectations were really blown away bc I wasn't expecting much. Only thing was that the Service could have been a little more attentive. Overall- It's a gem!