Thai restaurant

Kin’d

Fresh MeadowsQueens

4.5· 1,642 reviewsClosed nowVegetarian
Kin’d — thai restaurant — in Fresh Meadows — Queens — NYC
Kin’d interior — Fresh Meadows

Fresh Meadows

Queens

The brief

About Kin’d

Bright & contemporary spot for traditional Thai dishes, with lunch specials & vegetarian options.

Community Rating

4.5

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1,642 community reviews

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Reviews

What diners say about Kin’d

15 verified Google reviews · 6 with owner responses

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ThisSummerLocal guide
2 months ago

Some days, I just feel like skipping meat—and Kin’D makes it easy. So many fresh veggie options, plus vegan sauces for a perfect vegetarian vibe. Even dishes with egg can be customized.<br><br>Today’s pick: spicy basil sauce, veggies only, with extra eggplant, and spring rolls on the side… honestly, so good. I’m happy 🌿✨

Response from the owner

This made us so happy to read that we can satisfy to your no-meat day. We love being able to accommodate every guest, and your spicy basil with extra eggplant sounds like a perfect order.

nicole mendoncaLocal guide
2 months ago

Food was sooooo good. I had the seafood pad Thai and the seafood seemed pretty fresh. Most of the cocktails were ok but the espresso martini was great. Parking can be a little tough depending on which day or time. Great dinner spot for catching up with friends or date night.

Response from the owner

Thank you, Nicole! So glad the seafood pad thai and espresso martini hit the spot. We hope to see you back soon.

Mandeep SinghLocal guide
2 months ago

I’ve been here a few times and my dining has always been pleasant and consistent. I think the curry puffs are delicious and I always order them. Entrees really come down to how close of a Thai experience you want. If you’re not into curries or peanut sauce or coconut based cooking, there’s always the Rice or Noodle dishes you can order with your choice of protein. However even those casual American dishes come out very clean and not too much grease, I like that alot. Overall, I feel like the customers make the ambiance and atmosphere, Kin’d definitely goes for a minimalist aesthetic. Among the neighborhood food spots itself, Kin’d is definitely a standout. As far as Thai restaurants are concerned they definitely do things at an elevated level too.

Response from the owner

Hi Mandeep,<br><br>Thanks so much for your kind words and for being a regular! We’re glad you enjoy the curry puffs and appreciate the variety and consistency we aim for.<br><br>Looking forward to having you back again soon!

Evelyn Waugh
2 months ago

I don't ever leave restaurant reviews but Kind' was hand’s down one of the best Thai eatery I've had to pleasure of trying in the Fresh Meadows area. Everything I ate was flavorful and delicious Thai food that absolutely exceeded my expectations. More importantly, walking in I was immediately greeted with warmth from the friendly staffs, and the cozy vibe of the restaurant made for a perfect weekend dinner with friends! The duck roll and the crab meat fried rice I had with the spicy house sauce was yummy! Thank you Kin’d and team!

Response from the owner

Thank you so much, Evelyn, for your kind words and for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review—we truly appreciate it!<br><br>Your support and recommendation mean everything to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon for another delicious meal! 😊

Michelle L.
3 months ago

My friend & I have been here twice, my mom and I have been here, I put my brother on to this restaurant, dad likes the food, I’ve been here on a solo date twice AND I order take out from here for years now. Do I need to keep going?! I’ve been putting so many people on to this Thai restaurant since I randomly decided to order from here one day and instantly became hooked.<br>The hospitality, smiles, kindness of the staff is unmatched. It’s almost like we aren’t in NY because you don’t get an all in one often. Kin’d has bomb food & drinks, a nice atmosphere, and kind staff. It’s good to see the same staff almost every time I go & when they recognize you from the last time it makes you feel good, it puts a smile on your face honestly.<br>My go to is the Pad Se-Ew with chicken or beef and the Crab meat fried rice. Everything about these dishes are amazing! From the flavor to the chef not being stingy with the crab meat just puts me in a good mood every time! I’ve sampled a bit of everything from the menu and I must say I have not been disappointed yet. As a person of Caribbean culture tasting the curry here was something I was hesitant about I won’t lie. This was because I am use to it one way but tasting curry from this restaurant unlocked a new flavor profile for me. The taste of the coconut milk & slight spice was so delicious and everything blended well. I would recommend anyone who is doubting, don’t knock it until you try it 10/10 for me! Lastly, those Thai dumplings, Curry puffs & Bangkok wings are a must!!!! 🔥🔥

Response from the owner

Thank you so much, Michelle! Your support and love truly mean everything to us ❤️ We’re so happy to hear you’ve enjoyed so many visits with us over the years. Your favorite dishes are great choices 😊 We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!

Matt Soltau
3 months ago

If Google tracked frequent flyer miles for restaurants, I’d probably have elite status here by now. I come here about three times a week, and at this point it feels less like a restaurant and more like a second home with incredible Thai food.<br><br>First off, the food is ridiculous (in the best way). I eat the drunken noodles and Phuket fried rice so often that if they ever took them off the menu, I’d probably start a petition. Both are consistently perfect every single time—flavorful, fresh, and exactly the kind of meal you start craving again the next day.<br><br>But honestly, the people are a huge reason I keep coming back. August is the best—always welcoming, funny, and somehow remembers everything like we’re old friends. The whole team is like that though. It’s one of those places where you can actually talk, laugh, and feel like they’re genuinely happy you’re there.<br><br>Great food, great people, and the only place where my “I’ll just come once this week” promise turns into three visits without fail.<br><br>Highly recommend… but not too much, because I still need my table at the bar 🫵🏽😂🙏🏽

Response from the owner

Matt, elite status is ABSOLUTELY granted — your bar seat is reserved.<br><br>Honestly, reviews like this are why we love what we do. Three times a week means the world to us (maybe too much to August). 😝<br><br>And we promise the drunken noodles and Phuket fried rice aren’t going anywhere (petition not needed 🙏).<br><br>You’re just as much a part of what makes this place special as we are. See you soon… probably tomorrow.

Suman F.Local guide
3 months ago

We went to Kin’d Restaurant and honestly everything was so good. The ambiance is really nice, cozy, and perfect for a relaxed dinner.<br><br>We ordered drunken noodles with chicken, panang curry with vegetarian duck, larb fries, pad see ew with shrimp, and tom yum soup. Every single dish was amazing. The drunken noodles had so much flavor and the chicken was cooked perfectly. The panang curry with vegetarian duck really surprised me. I am big on meat and usually skeptical about meat substitutes, but this was honestly so good and packed with flavor.<br><br>The larb fries were addictive. The seasoning on top was unreal and I literally could not stop eating them. The pad see ew with shrimp was delicious and comforting, and the tom yum soup had that perfect balance of spicy and tangy.<br><br>We also got the mango sticky rice for dessert and it was the perfect sweet end to our dinner. The mango was fresh and juicy and the sticky rice was soft and just sweet enough.<br><br>Overall, amazing food and great vibes. Definitely coming back.

Florencia SantillanLocal guide
4 months ago

This is the best, most delicious Thai restaurant ever! The staff was lovely. My favorite dish was the Garlic Noodles. The spicy rice was delicious as well. I love it!

Prateep Simma
4 months ago

The som tum salad was absolutely amazing—fresh, crisp, and perfectly balanced between sweet, sour, spicy, and salty. One of the best I’ve had outside of Thailand. So refreshing and flavorful!<br><br>Ps. I always ask to add steamed shrimp 🦐🦐to my papaya salad

Jess DLocal guide
8 months ago

Love this restaurant. The portions are good, atmosphere is nice and the food is perfect. All the curry dishes, especially the green curry, are amazing. Service is fast and friendly

Nafeesa MotiLocal guide
8 months ago

First, ensure you make a reservation because the restaurant gets busy. It is a small restaurant too so the wait would be longer, there is outdoor dining. The atmosphere was basic, no personality, just a plain wall. Not much effort was made on decor overall. Which I thought is fine because it probably means that they focus on their food.<br><br>The fried calamari was super fishy and not fresh. The Bangkok wings is the bag wings and it definitely tasted like it. I do not recommend these two appetizers!<br><br>The curry puffs were delicious, reminded me of a samosa filling. The tom yum soup was also good. Decent portion size as well.<br><br>The spicy Thai basil fried rice was probably the best menu item we had, flavorful, and exactly how it was supposed to be prepared. Definitely recommend!<br><br>The whole snappers we got needed to be fried more, and the sauces weren’t as flavorful as it should be. It was okay.<br><br>For drinks, the Thai-ini, the rose cocktail are good recommendations.<br><br>Overall, I gave a 3 stars. I am going to give this restaurant a next try to see if I maybe visited on an off night. Maybe try a few curries and will update my review .

Carlton RLocal guide
9 months ago

Delicious!! This restaurant offers amazing ambience and the staff is extremely welcoming and attentive!! The food here is delicious and has so many flavors!! The drinks are equally as great! This is one of my go to Thai restaurants! If you love coconut water! This place has it and with the jelly! Delicious!!

Benc TanLocal guide
11 months ago

Came here with friends and was pleasantly surprised. The outdoor seating is seriously GORGEOUS, but it was quite hot at noon so we decided to sit inside… and guess what? Inside is also cozy and bright. Perfect setup for a casual date or catch-up meal.<br><br>We ordered a mix of appetizers, a few chef’s specials, curry, and desserts, and everything was super flavorful. I especially loved the duck over rice and the Bangkok minced basil!<br><br>Overall, the service was friendly and fast, prices were fair, which made the whole dining experience enjoyable. I’d love to come back once again.

Tana Cairen
11 months ago

Had dinner at Kin’d and absolutely loved it!<br>The restaurant has such a relaxed, cozy vibe with beautiful driftwood-style decor that makes you feel like you’re on a tropical getaway. 🌴<br>The food was just as impressive. Staff were warm and welcoming, and prices were very reasonable.<br>The environment is perfect for both casual dinners and cozy nights out. Definitely coming back!

Jen ShuLocal guide
a year ago

recently visited Kin’d and had an incredible dining experience! The atmosphere was warm and inviting, perfect for a relaxed meal with friends or family. I started with the Tom Yum soup, which was a perfect balance of spicy and sour – absolutely delicious. For the main course, I had the Roasted Duck and it was hands down one of the best I’ve ever had. The flavors were rich, and the portion size was generous. I also had Thai roti curry, papaya salad, banana foster, and the Pretty in Pink as drink. Every bite was so tasty. The service was attentive, and the staff made sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommend this place for anyone craving authentic Thai food. Can’t wait to return!"

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