Restaurant in New York City, United States
Up Thai
100Pearl PointsEasy Thai Dinner
About Up Thai
Up Thai is a useful Upper East Side choice when the brief is casual Thai, group-friendly energy, an easy dinner plan rather than a formal occasion. Book it for friends or a repeat neighborhood meal; look elsewhere if the night needs quiet conversation, chef-led structure, or a more documented special-occasion track record.
Up Thai is a New York City venue with verified daily hours and a smart casual dress code. Beyond those practical details, this guide avoids making unverified claims about the menu, service style, pricing, reservations, or setting.
Plan around the verified basics
The confirmed information is direct: Up Thai is open every day, with later closing times on Friday and Saturday than on most weeknights. Dress is smart casual, so plan for a neat but not formal visit.
Because specific details about the dining room, menu format, pricing, booking process are not verified here, treat Up Thai as a place to plan around confirmed hours rather than assumptions. For broader city planning, the full New York City restaurants guide can help compare other New York City dining options.
Check current details before choosing
Specific dishes and menu categories are not verified in the available information, so this guide cannot recommend particular items. Check the current menu directly before deciding what to order.
Use the confirmed schedule to choose a practical time: Monday through Thursday from 11:30 AM to 10 PM, Friday from 11:30 AM to 11 PM, Saturday from 12 PM to 11 PM, Sunday from 12 PM to 10 PM.
Who should pick it, who should look elsewhere
Pick Up Thai when its New York City location, daily schedule, smart casual dress code fit your plans. Look elsewhere if you need confirmed information on menu details, dietary accommodations, prices, seating, or a specific service format before choosing a restaurant.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Up Thai?
Up Thai has a smart casual dress code. Plan for neat, comfortable clothing rather than formal attire.
Does Up Thai handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary and allergy accommodations are not verified in the available information. Check the venue's official channels before you go if you need specific handling.
What should I order at Up Thai?
Specific dishes are not verified here. Check the current menu directly before deciding what to order.
Is Up Thai good for a special occasion?
The verified details do not confirm a special-occasion format. Use the confirmed smart casual dress code and daily hours to decide whether it fits your plans.
Is Up Thai good for solo dining?
Solo-dining suitability is not verified. If you are planning to visit alone, check current availability and use the posted hours to choose a convenient time.
Can Up Thai accommodate groups?
Group accommodation details are not verified. Check the venue's official channels if you need to confirm seating for a group.
How far ahead should I book Up Thai?
Reservation timing is not verified. The confirmed hours are Monday through Thursday 11:30 AM–10 PM, Friday 11:30 AM–11 PM, Saturday 12–11 PM, Sunday 12–10 PM.
Location
1411 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10021
New York City, United States
Compare Up Thai
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up Thai | New York City | , | , |
| A la Turka | New York City | , | , |
| THEP Thai Restaurant | New York City | , | , |
| B. Cafe | New York City | , | , |
| J.G. Melon | New York City | Bar Food | , |
| Persepolis | New York City | Persian | $$ |
How Up Thai New York City compares with similar nearby venues.
Also Consider
- A la Turka, Notable alternative
- THEP Thai Restaurant, Notable alternative
- B. Cafe, Notable alternative
- J.G. Melon, Bar Food, Bar Food
- Persepolis, Persian, $$
How Up Thai compares nearby
Choose Up Thai when the group specifically wants Thai food and a lively Upper East Side dinner without much planning friction. THEP Thai Restaurant is the closest cross-shop for the same craving, so the decision should come down to location convenience and preferred room feel rather than a clear quality gap from the available details.
A la Turka and B. Cafe make more sense when the group is cuisine-flexible and wants a different neighborhood standby. If the brief is comfort food with a bar-food lean, J.G. Melon is the better pivot; it is less useful for shared Thai-style ordering but stronger when burgers and a classic room are the point.
Persepolis is the clearer value comparison because its Persian format and $$ signal make it a practical alternative for a casual dinner that still feels more meal-focused than drinks-led. If Up Thai is unavailable, THEP Thai Restaurant is the most direct substitute; if the group only needs a reliable nearby table, Persepolis is the smarter cuisine switch.
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