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May Kaidee

4.3 (9)
$30 and under
Thai
215 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002-5516

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May Kaidee

4.3
$30 and under
Thai
Lower East Side

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2 people
9:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Vegan-friendly
  • Gluten-free-friendly
Authentic Thai food, spontaneous traditional dancing, occasional costume dress-up with background music by exclusively Thai musicians makes May Kaidee stand apart from most restaurants. And for those who are up for the challenge, our karaoke stage awaits in a separate event space!

May Kaide has a warm and casual setting ideal for meeting with friends, unwinding after work, and foodies seeking a unique but authentic take on traditional Thai food. Some customers over the years have commented that they feel as if they have been momentarily transported to a family restaurant in Thailand.

All Vegan, our menu was originally developed 40 years ago in Bangkok, Thailand. We specialize in curries, noodles and NE Thai dishes including an uncanny plant-based version of Laab Pak, the Isaan favorite. We source the freshest ingredients, grind spices daily and make every dish to order.

Also check out our experiences including fruit carving, culinary parties, and the Thai night market!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Thai, Vegan, Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We offer catering for events of all sizes and can provide on-site serving stations and/or servers if required.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private event space that can accommodate up to 30 people. Includes a small stage great for karaoke!
  • Neighbourhood
    Lower East Side
  • Cross street
    Clinton St. & East Broadway
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    F Train East Broadway station
  • Additional
    Beer, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Experiences

  • Bangkok Night Market

    US$20.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Satisfy those late night cravings for authentic Thai food. From 11pm to 12 midnight every evening we offer our Night Market menu with a taste of Thailand just as if you were at a Bangkok night market. Featuring Khao Soi, Drunken Noodles and Pad Thai. Includes 1 dish + drink. All popular Thai beers available including Singha, Chang and Leo.
    Bangkok Night Market photo
  • Fruit Carving

    US$100.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    A unique and fantastic experience perfect for spending time with friends and family, or as a team event with co-workers. Challenge yourself while enjoying an afternoon experiencing the centuries-old Thai culinary arts tradition of fruit caving. The class begins with teaching the group how to make basic leaf designs, and then gradually moving into more complex flower carvings using a variety of fruit and vegetables. We include everything required for the class. Also, an authentic Thai meal is included with the class, so we recommend not filling up too much before arriving. Suitable for beginners.
    Fruit Carving photo

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What 9 people are saying

May Kaidee reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on all time ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 3.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

9 Reviews
  1. Gali

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious! A real Thai food experience. Highly recommend and the staff were great ⭐️⭐️⭐️

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  2. Samarah

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    May is amazing. She is so full if energy and great vibes. The food was definitely the best Thai food I've ever had in my life and it's Celiac friend which I'm grateful for. She connected everyone in the entire restaurant, we were singing Karoake and having the time of out lives. Thank you May ❤️ 10 out of 10 recommended!!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on July 28, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was good, but maybe a bit simple for the price. Protein is not included in most entrees, which makes it more expensive. Portion sizes are smaller than normal. The place is cozy, and the service is good, but we suspect they had some staff shortage issues. The AC didn’t seem to be working as it got quite hot inside.

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  4. SonalJ

    San Diego4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 16, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    This was not what we expected. The service was extremely poor. The dishes came out of order, with the curries arriving first and the rice following 20 minutes later. We ordered curries and fried rice with tofu, but the kitchen forgot to include the tofu. Additionally, we requested our Thai tea to be served at the beginning, but it was brought out at the end.

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  5. Craig Gold

    New York City6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 26, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We wanted to love this, but the food was served unequally - my friend stopped eating her meal half-way through as I still didn't have mine and when mine finally arrived, hers was cold - and the price for what you get just not on par I'm afraid.

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  6. ChadR

    Kansas City29 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 22, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Amazing vegan food and well priced! Would definitely recommend but the pay process is a little different so be prepared to Venmo.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 17, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Considerate and homey space. Pineapple fried rice (without pineapple) was flavourful and the papaya salad saucey. Would good back to try other dishes.

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  8. Saria

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing, the staff was attentive and very friendly. I would definitely go back!

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  9. HeatherD

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on January 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The curries are so good. Highly recommend. Good prices for NYC and a very relaxed environment, easy to talk with friends, etc. Reminds me of old quirky New York.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Thai, Vegan, Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We offer catering for events of all sizes and can provide on-site serving stations and/or servers if required.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private event space that can accommodate up to 30 people. Includes a small stage great for karaoke!
  • Neighbourhood
    Lower East Side
  • Cross street
    Clinton St. & East Broadway
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    F Train East Broadway station
  • Additional
    Beer, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

FAQs

Yes, May Kaidee is a lively, authentic choice for a memorable date night. The casual, warm setting, live Thai musicians and occasional traditional dancing create fun, romantic energy; there’s also a separate karaoke event space if you want a festive evening. If you prefer a quiet, intimate table, consider an earlier seating. The all‑vegan menu of curries, noodles and Isaan specialties makes it a great spot for adventurous food lovers.

May Kaidee is best known for authentic Thai curries, Isaan specialties and noodles, expect standout Panang, Massaman and green/red curries plus a notable plant‑based Laab Pak (Isaan style). Guests praise the food as deeply authentic and memorable, so ordering a curry or one of the house noodle dishes is a safe bet.

May Kaidee has a warm, casual vibe that feels like a family restaurant and is welcoming to groups and celebrations; guests describe energetic, communal evenings. Specific information about wheelchair‑accessible seating or ADA accommodations isn’t provided, so call ahead if you need accessibility details or a preferred seating arrangement.

For a lively, celebratory night with live Thai music and karaoke, go later in the evening; that’s when the restaurant’s energetic atmosphere shines. If you prefer a quieter meal to focus on the food, opt for an earlier seating soon after the 5:00 PM opening.

The atmosphere is warm, casual and unmistakably Thai, expect live Thai music, spontaneous traditional dancing, occasional costume elements and an upbeat, community feel. Guests describe high energy, friendly staff and nights of singing and celebration, so it’s a great spot if you want an immersive, festive dining experience.

The dress code is casual. Guests typically dress comfortably for a relaxed, lively evening of authentic vegan Thai food and performances.

Yes, May Kaidee is entirely vegan, so all dishes are plant‑based. Several menu items are wheat‑free (for example, the Fresh Spring Rolls are wheat‑free), and guests have noted celiac‑friendly options. Not every dish is guaranteed gluten‑free, so tell staff about gluten allergies and they can point out safe choices or modify dishes where possible.

Yes, May Kaidee’s casual, family‑style vibe and welcoming atmosphere make it kid‑friendly. The owner describes a setting that evokes a family restaurant in Thailand, and guests report lively celebrations and connected, communal dining. There’s no specific kids’ menu listed, so for little ones consider sharing milder dishes or calling ahead about accommodations.

Busiest: later evening service, when live Thai music, dancing and karaoke events tend to create a high‑energy crowd. Quietest: the first hour after opening (around 5:00 PM) is likely calmer if you prefer a more relaxed meal focused on the food.

Yes, May Kaidee offers special experiences in addition to dinner service, including fruit carving, culinary parties and a Thai night market. They also feature live Thai music, traditional dancing and a separate karaoke event space for themed nights or celebrations.

May Kaidee offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (917) 443-7885.

May Kaidee is rated 4.3 stars by 9 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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May Kaidee

4.3
$30 and under
Thai
Lower East Side

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
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