Gothamist: Camera in the Kitchen: Rhong-Tiam

westvillage99

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 13:50:40 -0500

Went there last night with a friend. The place is a trainwreck when it comes to service. I don't think they can handle the attention that's been directed their way. The waiter took too long to show up with drinks and after a long wait the starters finally came: unremarkable. My friend's entree arrived (again, unremarkable) and mine had yet to show up 25 minutes later. I politely asked for a check so we could escape but, to their credit, they comped what had come so far and apologized. Nice staff, but they're in over their heads. I'll be sticking with Pam Real Thai at 49th and 9th...it's much more authentic Bangkok cuisine than these guys seem capable of. If you dare go, make sure they're not very busy.

NYDirk

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 17:48:22 -0500

Me rove you Rhong-Tiam!

Gothamist_Cynic

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 13:51:06 -0500

Do we really need another thai place in this city? the number of thai places in nyc outnumber every other type of restaurant. It's getting really old. Can we get some quality Vietnamese or Spanish restaurants in the city? Thanks!

SP

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 12:05:30 -0500

I see you still haven't figured out the whole white balance thing yet.