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Narkara

Union Square · Thai

5 East 17th Street, New York, NY, 10003Directions

4.8514 reviews

Diners like this restaurant's authentic Northern Thai cuisine, highlighting flavorful dishes like the crab pancakes, minced duck with foie gras, and roasted seabass in banana leaf. They also mention the beautiful, elegant, and cozy atmosphere, perfect for a date night or special occasion. Guests consistently praise the attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable staff, as well as the creative and well-balanced cocktails.

Upscale Thai with weekend heat and date-night polish.

Narkara is a $$ Thai restaurant in Union Square, New York. It has logged 6,155 check ins on Blackbird, and is busiest Friday evenings. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

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The experience

Narkara distinguishes itself through a menu that reinterprets traditional Thai elements, offering dishes like coconut curry pancakes and raw crab papaya salad alongside raw beef tartare and sea bass in banana leaf. The atmosphere supports a considered dining experience.

Google Places/ updated 99d ago

Why go

Narkara delivers Thai food with a clear focus on flavor and presentation, as noted by its 4.8 Google rating from over 500 reviews. Blackbird users have checked in over 4,500 times since late 2025, with Friday and Saturday being the busiest nights. Reviews frequently mention the ambiance and attentive service.

Google Places/ updated 99d ago

Fast facts

Narkara holds a 4.8 Google rating across 847 reviews.
Blackbird has recorded 6,155 all-time check-ins here.
Saturday and Sunday are its busiest Blackbird check-in days.
A highlighted review calls the room romantic, upscale, and date-night ready.
The reviewed standout was branzino with crispy skin and lemongrass aroma.

editorial/ updated 22d ago

Did you know

Blackbird’s on-chain data shows 6,155 check-ins at Narkara, with Saturday and Sunday leading the traffic.

editorial/ updated 22d ago

Good to know

The menu deviates from standard Thai restaurant offerings.
The sea bass can be spicy; inquire if you're sensitive to heat.
Friday and Saturday nights draw the most traffic.

Google Places/ updated 99d ago

Amenities

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Features

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Google Places/ updated 22d ago

Check in momentum

The room in motion

Activity342

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Flynet check ins

6,155

Neighborhood

Last 30 days

342 check ins

−25% vs prior month

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When it's busy

Usually dead right now

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Inside Narkara

The experience

Narkara distinguishes itself through a menu that reinterprets traditional Thai elements, offering dishes like coconut curry pancakes and raw crab papaya salad alongside raw beef tartare and sea bass in banana leaf. The atmosphere supports a considered dining experience.

Google Places/ updated 99d ago

Review signal

4.8

514 Google reviews

$$$

Google Places/ updated 22d ago

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FAQ

How popular is Narkara?

Narkara has logged 6,155 check ins on Blackbird.

When is Narkara busiest?

Narkara is busiest on Friday evenings, based on Blackbird check-in activity.

What kind of food does Narkara serve?

Narkara serves Thai cuisine.

How expensive is Narkara?

Narkara is in the $$ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.

How do I check in at Narkara?

Download the Blackbird app, visit Narkara in person, and check in from the app. Check-ins earn FLY and count toward Flytown's daily Hotspots ranking.

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