Gai Kitchen

4.6(615)

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51 Mott St, New York, NY 10013, USA
New York, New York 10013
United States

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646-861-3798

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About Gai Kitchen

Khao man gai, a popular Thai dish of chicken and rice, has a complex history that involves Chinese immigrants, local ingredients, and a variety of flavors. The dish's origins are thought to be in the 17th century during the Ayutthaya period, when it was a simple meal of boiled chicken and rice. However, the exact origins are unclear, and some theories point to Chinese influences Hainanese immigrants may have introduced the concept of Hainanese chicken rice to Thailand in the early 20th century. Hainan, the Chinese island where the dish originated, is known for its high-quality khao man gai Thai’s adapted the dish over time, incorporating local ingredients and flavors.

Cuisine: Uncategorized
Price range: inexpensive

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4.6/5

Based on 615 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Jen L

3 months ago

This place is extremely affordable and the chicken is nicely made. My favorite was the fried chicken meal. The skin was crisp and the meat itself was juicy. The roasted chicken comes in second and was...

Blueberry Tea

a month ago

The Mixed Steamed and Roasted Chicken was delicious. The cashier was polite and friendly. The restaurant was spacious with lots of seats and tables. For $10.5, this is a great deal. Recommended!

Hank Chang

a month ago

A little clean shop serving Thai-style Haianese steamed and roasted chicken, fried chicken, spring rolls and more. Very healthy, but wasn't as flavorful as I expected (I like the SIngaporean versions ...

jj l

2 months ago

Chicken and rice was alright, very tender. Really loved the chive cubes, freshly fried , crunchy and flavorful. As for the fish cakes, it’s very lemongrass forward, not my thing but if you’re into it ...

Kerry Guo

4 months ago

After we placed the order on the machine #128. We waited for almost 30 minutes. Everyone behind our order already got the food, up to #138. We went to follow up with our order, the lady looked at my h...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The dining experience appears to be mixed, with some customers praising the food and value, while others experienced issues with service and flavor preferences. The general sentiment suggests the restaurant has potential but needs improvements in certain areas.

Customer Favorites

Fried chicken is a standout favorite, praised for its crisp skin and juicy meat. Other popular items include the mixed steamed and roasted chicken, and the chive cubes.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant is described as spacious with plenty of seating, and one customer noted the cashier was polite and friendly. However, another customer reported a negative experience with customer service regarding a delayed order.

Value & Quality

Many reviewers find the restaurant affordable and a great value, particularly the mixed chicken dish. The chicken is generally well-made, with tender meat; however, some find the flavor profile not to their liking.

Areas for Improvement

Inconsistent customer service and order fulfillment issues were mentioned as an area for improvement. The strong ginger flavor in the rice may not appeal to everyone.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews indicate a continued emphasis on the affordability and chicken quality, but also highlight inconsistencies in service and potential flavor preferences that need consideration.