OBAO

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222 E 53rd St
New York, NY 10022

Obao is a vibrant restaurant located in New York, NY, specializing in a unique fusion of noodles and barbecue offerings. The establishment prides itself on providing a diverse menu that caters to a variety of culinary tastes.

With an emphasis on quality and flavor, Obao invites diners to indulge in their carefully crafted dishes in a welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant also offers options for reservations and takeout to enhance the dining experience.

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4.01,285 reviews
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Joe S.
8/24/2025

Solid choice for upscale Thai. I had the duck with flat noodles. It was like a pad se ew with duck. My gripe is that the portion size was already small, and they took up space on the plate...

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Hailey M.
8/15/2025

This is our absolute favorite Thai spot in NYC. We started going here close to 15 years ago but moved to Raleigh 10 years ago. We came back today after eight years and we continue to be wowed. Not...

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Joan S.
9/30/2025

I enjoyed my recent dinner here. I had the pad Thai and one of the coconut desserts which was refreshing! Portions are good. Staff was attentive. It does get a bit loud in the main dining area...

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Jeet G.
4/12/2025

Really good food here, I got the udon noodles (sub shrimp for tofu) and it was incredibly delicious with a great portion size! Service is super friendly and on top of it! I never ran out of water...

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Jocelin M.
7/28/2025

Flavorful and fast. This place offers the perfect blend of asian cuisine in Midtown East. I visited Obao for the first time last year, and made my way back for an impromptu dinner Saturday. Yum.

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