Pig and Khao Reviews

We're not well enough informed to classify the cuisine in this place. It seems to derive from a variety of southeast Asia and southwest Pacific dishes. All in all very good and very original. It's noisy and it's crowded on Saturday afternoon being full of 'brunchers', but the energy is part of the atmosphere. Four of us had six different entrees. Without going into detail all were terrific. Service was efficient. Yeah the place isn't fancy, but so what. Go and enjoy.

Filipino-Thai-accented southeast Asian fare in a casual hip setting and simple wooden benches. Great atmosphere, a bit loud for conversation but you will be too busy eating anyway! The menu is divided into small plates, large plates, and “snacks”. I've been to Pig and Khao multiple times and have never been disappointed! The food is interesting, innovative, delicious and service is on point Such a neighborhood gem! My favorites include the rice salad, mussels, the sisig and the steak. I also LOVE the coconut rice (definitely a must). As desserts go you wont be disappointed with Pig and Khao’s “halo-halo”, a Filipino dessert whose name means “mix-mix.” Cohen has pared it down to a few tasty elements: shaved ice, leche flan, ube ice cream (made from purple yam), macapuno(a kind of coconut), and a toasted Filipino sweet rice called pinipig.

Had the chance to try this place with friends in NYC. Server was so attentive and recommended the tasting menu for only a few $$. The plates kept coming and good to the last drop. Had to bring a doggy bag. So much food and so scrumptious. Thank you I will be back for sure.

Came for a brunch on a Sunday afternoon in October with girlfriend. Food was top quality, much better than you see on normal brunch menus and something a bit different. Steak was 10/10. Refills were very quick and deffs made the most of our 2 hours. Shout out Jamal for the service. Also have to mention the great playlist full on NY classics.

Went to pig and khao based on colleagues recommendation. I’m not good at picking things out so we did the tasting menu. I liked everything but the last savory course. We had a friend tempura oyster, rice noodle with lemongrass beef, and coconut rice and fried pork. That was all delicious. The last course was a bbq rib with plum sauce. It was too sweet for me. The dessert course was delicious. It was caramel ice cream with grilled banana wrapped on rice wrappers. Would definitely go back.

I was celebrating My Year of 50 and they were celebrating their 12th Anniversary so couldn’t think of a better weekend to eat at Pig & Khao in NYC. The only thing that makes me sad is that I had waited so long (12 years) to eat there. It was So Fabulous! The restaurant is a whole Vibe from the music to the space to the service to the drinks to the food – this restaurant is a destination. I could not recommend this restaurant any more - EAT HERE!

My wife and I dined here on a recent trip to New York and had the 5 course tasting menu. Every dish that we had was full of flavour, some spicy and some not, our final dish was a curry noodle dish that was very spicy but so so good. We also sampled some of their cocktails and were delighted by the variety and tastes. Overall an excellent meal, would definitely go back!

Food was great. they have a little terrace at the back which is nice Genuinely Asian flavors Sunday brunch boasts a bottomless mimosa. Great before a leisurely walk through the East village to Soho

Pig & Khao has quickly become one of my ALL TIME favorite restaurants in NYC! The flavor is UNMATCHED! You truly can't go wrong with ANY item on the menu! The Sizzling Sisig served with a whole egg was my favorite small plate! The Hainanese Duck was to die for! The Sweet & Sour Cilantro Soda will change your life! Overall, a must try spot in the LES!!!

been there twice in my short visit and i really love this place, the awesome food that they make, the good vibe and great music choise and the bottomless daiquiri of course and last but not least importent great service as well! bravo pig&khao. i know that if i live in the city that would be my permanent place for brunch but i'm sure that they serve great food all during the day

Has the pleasure of eating at P&K this past Saturday night. Every bite was a treat. We were lucky enough to get in at 9:45pm. We had 2 chicken dishes and the chicken dinner dish followed by donuts. Everything was A+ from food, drinks to service. I will be back!

Coming from Singapore, where travelling to the Philippines and Thailand for a long weekend is a common activity, we tend to be fussier about authenticity. What Pig & Khao does right is take a classic and fuse it with something else altogether, and the results are mostly delicious. We had the Pork Sisig, which was out of this world. Beautifully marinated diced pork head that you just could not stop eating. The Thai basil beef had real kick because they added lethal mines of green chili bits—we approve! The only disappointment was the Duck Rice, done in the style of a Singaporean Chicken Rice. The rice was crisped, which was a nice touch, but the duck, while juicy, didn't quite hit the palate in the way we could see was intended. It might have worked with a crisp roasted marinated duck. Also the portion was a little small for $35. The cocktails were a win, especially the Coriander Mojito (sorry I forget the real name), which offered a clever Asian take. Needs reservations—gets VERY crowded and VERY noisy!

If this is the standard for 2 star restaurants by the New York Times, from now on i'll only go to 3 stars and over restaurants, because this was terrible. The service can only be categorized as hipster d-bag style. our server, did not know the menu items, did not make eye contact and was generally displeased with his job , so much that when his shift was over we simply began getting service from someone else. the food: beneath mediocre. i have had better Filipino take out. This place is all attitude , without the quality to justify the pretension ! No chef on the line, cooks texting on the line and showing each other pics... My sizzling sisig had so much kafir lime in it that it tasted like soap. watermelon salad with cheap store bought cracklings, the rest of the food ( 3 other dishes all tasted the same: fish sauce and lime and that's it. Not sure if we should return to the other restaurants this group runs, but We will never return to Pig and Khao .a waste of a NYC meal

Unique, innovative Thai/Filipino fusion menu. The tasting menu is the best bet in terms of sheer variety, and don't miss the excellent desserts. Note: the front portion of the restaurant is quite noisy, so if you're seeking civilized, audible conversation, stick to the back room.

We had a 5 p.m. reservation on a Tuesday and got there about five minutes early. They would not let us in, so we waited on the street for them to open (they open at 5).There was only one other family waiting. The Pig and Khao was not what I expected. The place was very small and quaint. The three of us each ordered a dish and found out that the dishes are meant to share and are brought to the table one at a time. The food was delicious and hot. We share the Green Papaya Salad, Khao Soi and Grilled Sirloin. Two dishes would have been more than enough, Needless to say we were stuffed when we left. Prices were very reasonable and portions fairly large. The waitress was very good and very attentive. Plan to take your time. It took about 2 hours for dinner.

We were four people having dinner at Pig and Khao. We ordered 8 small plates to try the different tastes of the food. Every one was better that the other. He had fun trying all flavors from the amazing Asian food and choosing our favorite. The service was very friendly and the place really cool! We will be back!

Very prompt service and the food cooked well. Had the crispy pata which was deboned, noodles (bun no nam bo and shan) which were spicy and go well with rice, fresh lumpa and halo halo for dessert.

Just had a NYC restaurant week prefix dinner with my wife at this restaurant. I've lived and was raised in South-East Asia, and there was nothing special about the cuisine. Of the eight dishes we ordered, maybe two were okay. Read all the reviews and was looking forward to a sumptuous dinner. Were we disappointed. For what we paid, I was expecting better decor and plating. I could have walked 20 minutes to Chinatown and have a far better meal for a third of the price for two. Don't waste your money. But the service was attentive and nice,

LOVE this place! I was born in the Philippines (left as a child) and was raised with home cooked Filipino food all my life. This place reminds me of my youth with the many Filipino influences in their dishes. Every plate was delicious and the drinks were great too! I HIGHLY recommend eating here!!!

With reservation our party of 6 was immediately seated in the front section with good view of the kitchen. The Hot Tropic cocktail was superbly concocted; the French rose was fruity while the spiced mint lemongrass tea was soothing. Of the small plates and sides ordered: the group favorites were the grilled pork jowl with Brussels sprouts (bold flavor) and Chili Pan Mee (spicy and delicious noodles). The Filipino sizzling sisig served with egg was a medley of delightful flavors. Ditto thrverll seasoned grilled corn and the fresh papaya salad. Of the two large plates the tender and moist whole fried fish (beautifully plated) was more memorable, bones notwithstanding; while the Malaysian fried chicken although crunchy, was just ordinary, especially at $7 a piece. The coconut (lovely) and jasmine rice were good complements. Many in our party loved the Halo halo dessert. The hip hop vibe and the attentive crew camaraderie & teamwork further added to the charm of this place.

Pig and Khao has a great little buzz when you get inside and the music is pretty good. This is a great accompaniment to the seriously top-notch food that graces you as soon as you get inside. Firstly there is an open kitchen which I find is always a great start and really gets you hungry! The service is pretty good despite the fact that they are always so busy and the food comes out quickly too. I stayed in Northern Thailand for a month and never thought I'd find a better Papaya Salad than there but Pig and Khao is a serious contender for any of you that don't fancy the plane journey to Chiang Mai! If you want to impress no-fuss foodies that enjoy proper asian food with a kick then this is the place!

This restaurant is different: family style plates; loud rap music; hustle and bustle. Not the sort of thing that I normally like, but if you have a group, you can share a bunch of plates and the food is truly excellent. The spice level is very moderate. The noise level was high, but not so high that we could not converse. It was a lot of fun. Recommended.

The chief at this Filipino- Thai inspired restaurant is both creative with the sauces and serves beautifully prepared dishes. This is my second visit and I will return. Went again with 6 people which for us is always an excuse to try and share several dishes. Their Green Papaya salad is spicy and memorable. We had a variety including pork, duck, prawns, eggplant, more pork-ribs, noodles,more pork and a combination of beer and killer cocktails. The service was very good and all suggestions were delicious.Yes there is music, but we were close to the bar on both occasions and for us it did not interfere with the wonderful food experience.

We ate here prior to our Broadway show, so we were the first ones in the restaurant. It was a hot day but the server sat us in direct line of the a/c which was a nice touch. We had the sizzling sisiq, the Khao soi, the grilled sirloin and a side of veg. It was a ton of food for 2 but we ate it all. The khao soi was spicy but really flavourful and when mixing the broth with the coconut rice...Mmmmm! It was a great find and recommendation from one of the locals in the area.

Quick, delicious and hot! We sat at the Chefs bar and got to watch the chef work his magic. It was quite full for 10:30pm but soon the tables were empty. Make a reservation so you don't have to wait outside.

Great selection of small plates! The cocktails were amazing. I liked the vibe in the place. Cool hip hop and rap. I took my 12 and 13 year old girls with me, they were the only kids in the place, but they loved their food.

They will not accommodate any dietary restrictions and rude service. If you wish to change anything on the menu, they will simply tell you no.

Wonderful food! We had the sizzling sisig, the sizzling corned beef hash, and pork jowl, as well as tea and the horchata coffee. Everything was delicious and really flavorful! Would definitely go back again. Great service.

We went to brunch here on our last morning in NYC and it did not disappoint. Everything we ordered was incredible, our waiter gave great recommendations. We were so impressed with this place and would definitely come back. Make sure to make a reservation!

We have been going here for years and it never disappoints. Very affordable in comparison to other NY restaurants. Cocktails are great, although I miss some of the old ones. We have never had a bad dish. Papaya salad, grilled pork jowl, chicken wings (not on the menu but they will typically make them for you if you ask), khoa soi and sizzling sisig are our favorite small plates. If you are very hungry splurge for the ribs, the BBQ sauce is something very special. And the COCONUT RICE!! Everything is pretty saucy, so the coconut rice is perfect to soak up the leftover sauces. Can get very busy so make a reservation.

So tough deciding between 4 and 5 stars! Definitely a strong 4.5, but I guess I will round up since I am feeling generous. We were able to make reservations on Opentable so I was quite happy about not having to just walk in and hope to get a table. I liked the open kitchen and the vibe was definitely hip and LES-y. To start we had the chinese sausage salad which was very tasty and fresh. There was a bit of a kick from the chilies, but I liked it and it was a great start to the meal. So simple but yet so tasty. We then had the pork belly adobo and the sizzling sisig. Chef Leah does pork belly adobo right. I must say it was the best version I have had. Tasted like an elevated version of home and it had all the right richness of flavors. The sisig was good, but could have been crispier, but very rich and flavorful. Way too much for two to share, so make sure you have at least three in your party to order this to make a decent dent in it. As others said the coconut rice is also amazing. It has a nice sweetness to it and I could just eat that by the bucket. Since our eyes were bigger than our stomachs and we saw the khao soi at another table we had to add that to our order. It was very flavorful but I would have preferred it without the crispy noodles. They just got soggy and stale tasting when you mixed it into the dish. The sauce was amazing though and it was quite nice on the coconut rice. A bit pricey though for what you get. To finish the meal we got the halo halo which was different from what I had as a child, but still a nice version of it. I loved the pieces of leche flan in it which was cooked perfectly. Maybe they should consider serving the leche flan as a standalone dessert. It's that good. Overall a fun evening and we were stuffed by the end of the night. Food and ambiance was great and I would definitely recommend. Great job Chef Leah! Definitely one of my favorite Top Chef alumni restaurants!

We came in twice with no reservation, the first evening we were bounced (very appreaciated, I hat to wait hours being told I'd get a seat in 10 minutes), second evening we were sat on te counter facing the kitchen. We orderd to dishes which came out not so quickly, and tasted both the same. Indeed an interesting experience, I'd like to give it a try next time I'll come to NYC

The best pineapple shrimp/prawn salad ever ever ever. Combination of crispy little shrimps and perfect prawns with full flavor pineapple, mint and chilly gets your tastebuds going. Impressive to watch three chefs in such a small space cresting neals at this high quality level. I wish We had this in Zurich

Great vibes. Flavours were on point. Little bit noisy and didn’t had all the drinks available on the menu, but most definitely worth a visit. The deserts looked amazing. Really had have gotten one if i didn’t stuffed myself with the delicious plates before.

I won't lie... When I first looked at the menu, I was not excited. My friend chose this place to have breakfast. Boy was I pleasantly surprised. We ordered just about everything off the menu, it is family style so don't try this unless you're with a group, or can eat as much as a group. There wasn't anything we didn't enjoy. Chocolate Rice Pudding topped in bacon is a MUST!

Great food, friendly service, cool spot. Filipino food, done really well. The ground chicken noodles and mussels were amazing. The flavors in the broths of both dishes were exceptionally developed. The coconut rice is sticky and a little sweet and a perfect compliment to the salty, savory dishes. The sizzling sissig I didn't like as much as others...but it was well executed. The Halo Halo dessert is a little crazy...but an interesting end to a good meal. Overall, I recommend this place. We'll be back.

Great flavours, the pig and egg......wow, staff fed us, as I thought they would know better, and didnt disappoint, real good

The food was average, not presented well and the waiter mixed up the orders. Despite the reservation, we were seated 30 min after arrival. Prices are rather low. Definitely better options to choose from in NYC.

I had the best Duck and Pork Jowl ever! I also had the Grilled Pinapple Salad. If you are looking to have amazing Asian Food that cools your palette and melts in your mouth this is the place to go! Its very intimate and cozy!

I came here last night with a friend of mine before going to a concert. The restaurant cam be missed easily, as the sign isn't really big, so Google maps is your best bet. Food was average I would say. We ordered four small plates (which weren't that small actually): pig's head, noodles, sirloin steak, papaya salad. The food lacked taste. It was all very citrus-y and/or spicy but wasn't actually flavoursome. Also, pork dominates on the menu. It would have been nice to have more beef/chicken options. I would probably not come here again but try somewhere else in NYC.

Chef Leah Cohen (season 5 Top Chef) creates food that is worth traveling from the UES to the LES (requires us to take 2 different subways). Servings were larger than expected for a "small plate" and prices made me smile ($14 for a small plate) We sat at the counter, mesmerized while watching the kitchen pump out dish after dish. Chef Leah takes great pride in each dish and looks everything over before handing it to a runner. A quick wipe here, a few more peanuts there, or arranging the limes on each spoon to match each other. The music was loud, but not loud enough to prevent you from hearing the conversation. We got there around 7:15 pm on a Saturday night and had to sit at the counter because there weren't any tables available, but we thought it was better to sit at the counter and watch the chefs create culinary excellence.

A small crowded restaurant with good foods at an extremely reasonable price. I shared various dishes with my friends and all had interesting flavors.

Came here with friends for restaurant week. My friends picked this place but I wasn't impressed with the food options nor the actual place. It was super crowded, it didn't help that they sat us in the back near the door so people kept bumping into me. When our waitress took our order she starts off by saying we serve family style, WRONG. Taking her advice my boyfriend and I shared two plates with a side of rice, one was like an appetizer and the other was just enough for 1 person. We all got our food at different times so we were done eating by the time out friends just got their plates. The only thing we all likes were the pork ribs, BUT NOT WORTH 26 bucks for 6 pieces. Needless to say after we left we picked up more food on the way home. Will definitely not be going back.

The red curry is amazing! A bit spicy for my palate but I'm generally weak, lol. My boyfriend was pleased with the spice. We split the red curry, the lemongrass beef, and the sizzling sisig. The lemongrass was the weakest of the 3 but was still delicious. This type of food pairs well with beer, but Pig + Khao has a really interesting cocktail list which we enjoyed immensely.

Amazing and authentic Filipino food in a cozy and friendly atmosphere. All the food I ordered was amazing and the drinks were spectacular. I can't wait to visit again. I really had a good time.

Good value bottomless brunch. Very crowded and had a dripping air con unit above me, was told no other tables available. Food arrived cold but was tasty, service was rushed. Has the potential to be great

Went there based on the good reviews. We were quite disappointed. 1) atmosphere- 4 stars 2) food -3 stars 3) service - 2 stars Definitely won’t be coming back.

A friend and I opted for the tasting menu and sat outside. Great, trendy ambiance, but the tasting menu was too much for a casual dinner. All in all, good food and cool spot.

We went with 8 friends and everyone found something that they liked. The portions were a good size and they had interesting drinks on the menu. The restaurant has a good atmosphere and friendly staff. Some dishes were spicier than anticipated and not marked on the menu as such. This was really a great meal.

I came on a Sunday with friends on an unexpected brunch. Having had plenty of authentic southeastern food in Malaysia, and Singapore, Pig and Khao offered a variety of tastes packed within the specialized selection of brunch offerings. The food itself was really well prepared, and the service was amazing. We wanted to taste the Papaya salad, but instead ordered the Steak and Eggs, and the Sausage dish, but since the server knew that we wanted the papaya salad, he offered it on the house for us. The Vietnamese coffee was also delicious. We will definitely come again after this wonderful experience. Overall Experience: A+ Food: A+ Service: A+

We left the choice of food to the chef. We were so pleasantly surprised. The food was delicious and well prepared. The atmosphere was cozy and lively. The patrons were all enjoying themselves. I can wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant to anyone.

Very modern and fun restaurant service South Asian influence cuisine. Tiny place in the Lower East side of Manhattan you can share different delicious dishes with your friends. Went there for dinner and brunch and both were great! Highly recommended.

This is a restaurant with simple interior, but the dishes are interesting and flavorful. We came here for brunch on a Sunday, though some of the items on the menu are not what you would expect for a typical brunch. I had the Khao noodles, a Thai curry preparation that was spicy and excellent. My wife had the pig jowl with brussel sprouts, an interesting and very successful combination. Our daughter and son-in-law were also very satisfied with their dishes, which included papaya salad, steak with egg, and a sausage whose exact name I forgot. Service was friendly, and noise was tolerable. Dishes arrived as soon as they were ready, not at the same time, but that was all right with us. Prices were reasonable. Although the dishes may have been intended for sharing (which we did not do), the servings were larger than tapas.

I will start off by saying that I hadn't had food like this since eating in the night markets of South East Asia, nor did I think I ever would unless I returned there. Pig and Khao pleasantly informed me that solid Southeast Asian food is possible on this side of the world as well. My crew ordered the Khao soi, green papaya salad, Bun Bo Nam Bo, Pork Belly Adobo, and BBQ Baby Back Ribs. We also shared a side of the coconut and jasmine rice. Everything was wonderful. My two favorite dishes were definitely the Pork Belly Adobo and BBQ Ribs, however, I would recommend any of the dishes I tried! Besides the wonderful food, we also had great drinks and efficient service. It has been a while since I left a meal with such a good food high.

The atmosphere is great, they have an outdoor patio with heat lamps if it gets cold. They have great drink options and there food is excellent. You can see the chef's cooking right in front of you so you know everything is clean and fresh. The energy is great as well. This is good for small groups or even a good place to take a date.

After a few cocktails in LES, we needed some late(ish) night food. We got a last minute 11:15 reservation and ordered a bunch of their small plates with a side of Jasmine rice. -The Octopus was slightly over cooked but the flavour of that dish was amazing! -The steak was perfectly cooked and an all round winner -the pork belly was for me, a little bit of a let down. Just didn’t love the flavour...sorry! -the prawns were to die for! I want to go back mainly for them The service was quick, but it was fairly quiet. We opted for the bar seats so we could watch their chefs create their art work right in front of us. They are clearly passionate about what they do and we’re very friendly. They certainly wanted to make sure we were enjoying what they served us. Would definitely return and try new things.

Four of us walked in today within 30 minutes after they opened. We were next in line to be seated as the party of three before us wanted to be moved as the music in the whole restaurant was very loud. When the host turned her attention to us we asked if the music will be turned down was it was very loud and they said no. We thanked them and left. They did not even seem to care that customers were turned off with the very loud music. I have been at this place several times for business get togethers as the office is close by. Don't think I will be returning after the poor treatment provided to customers.

Located in the lower eastern section of New York City’s famed Chinatown, this little indoor-street-style restaurant is a great find ~ and you do have to find it … amidst the mess of narrow and congested downtown streets with cars parked nose to tail, heaps of trash lying around waiting for the pickers, and people, people, people everywhere. But once you do get there, walk in and find a cacophony of smells and sounds heralding a great meal, prepared freshly in the open kitchen to one side of the seating space. There seems to be another dining area in the rear of the restaurant, but we couldn’t get to it because the place was full. We arrived without a reservation (they say they try to accommodate walk-ins) and our sassy server actually told us he was giving us a table until 9pm, at which time we’d have to give it up to someone else. When my wife asked about this he said he was offering us the opportunity to eat their wonderful food.. a bit cheeky, but the food was really great, so I wouldn’t argue the point. The décor is casual and informal, street-like, with an open kitchen on one side. This, needless to say, adds to the din and smoke and smells that deliciously assault one’s senses as you enter, and are a precursor of the constant stream of amazing things that emerge from this chaotic assembly plant. The kitchen gang seems to be cheerfully and raucously enjoying themselves, while attending to the stream of orders, working efficiently and tirelessly at churning out the goodies. The coconut rice was just amazing ~ can just eat this by itself; the Humba Crispy Belly was just perfectly crispy and soft ~ melts in our mouth; Sizzling Sisig ~ wow! richly flavored in herbs and Heaven-knows-what-to-the-extreme zing**; The Bun Bo Nam Bo ~ great ‘bread’ with a richly delicious filling; the Khao Soi ~ may have been good, but I grew up in Burma and our home-cooked original is just simply the best in the world – no contest (I challenge any foodie to come try it and differ..); and there may have been a few other things we devoured in the hectic frenzy to get all that good stuff inside us. A good way to taste a lot of things would be to go for the small plates and try everything, but I’m not a small plates type and want value for my pleasure, so come often and eat different things every time. But the place fills up fast and the wait can be long, so watch out for the peak traffic times. The service is great, fast and very efficient: plates arrive and vanish even before the empties hit the table. Well worth the visit… been there twice in the last few months, and who knows???

A food lover client of mine suggested this place and boy he was not wrong. It's cozy and little chatty on the LES ..but it's well worth the trip. As soon as you sit down order the Chicharrons with your cocktail while you mull over the menu. If you decide to go family style (my recommendation) dont' over order as it is a lot of food. This evening we had the Pork Jowl with Brussel Sprouts which was so complex but so familiar that it was divine: Grilled Sirloin with Cabbage, which is probably the BEST sirloin i have every eaten; Pork Belly Adobo which was a little spicy but so layers in flavors that it's so worth the burn: Ending the night with a the Halo-Halo, a shaved iced delight with flan and ube ice cream (ask them to double down on the flan you can thank me later). My libation of choice was the FTP cocktail (the cinnamon bark pulled all these flavors nicely together) - enjoy !

A small cozy place that serves up some of the best Filipino dishes around. Eight of us enjoyed a wonderful Sunday brunch where the watermelon, lychee mimosas flowed and the roasted pig jowels were devoured by all. I love this place and will go back.

Awesome savory and all the flavors of se Asia. Order family style. One entree each and share. Gotta go to this little gem

This place has well-cooked Asian street food, and that's a compliment. The oils are safe and top quality. So are the meats and vegetables. What more do you want? That's rare, and that's tasty. Pig face is not to be underestimated. SUPER friendly waitstaff. Especially for Manhattan. The cocktails leave a little something to be desired. The crowd is 18-36-ish. Reasonable prices, even. There's a hot new bar opening across the street. It's a good time to date here.

The service was great. However, I wasn't impressed with the food. I definitely had better Filipino food. The green papaya salad was way too tart. The malaysian fried chicken was good, but nothing to praise about. And the other dishes were just mediocre. My friend did enjoy the coconut rice. As for the halo halo, the small brown cube (not sure what it is called) next to the flan was hard. I don't think it add any flavor to the dessert, but instead just brought down the dessert. The halo halo was big enough to be shared between 2-3 people. The music kept getting louder and louder as we were dining which was annoying. It was difficult to have a conversation without leaning in towards my friends. The restaurant has an open kitchen and caused the restaurant to be stuffy. At least where we were sitting was very stuffy. Our table was near the kitchen and bathroom in the back of the main room. Overall, I don't think the food is worth the price.

Be prepared for a full on experience. The food is delicious but this is a noisy crowded space where the smoke from the kitchen is all pervading and leaves your clothes reeking of your night's experience. For me there are probably less challenging places to enjoy Asian food but you'll get some delicious food here if you can cope with the ambiance.

Fun little restaurant with quirky decor and delicious food. Asian, Thai, and Filipino style food. We had the horchata coffee, which was deeeeelicious (very sweet), We ate the Sizzling Sisig, the Sizzling Corned Beef Hash, and the Pork Jowl. All three were excellent, and I couldn't pick a favorite. We also had a side of garlic fried rice, which was great. This is a restaurant I would definitely go to again.

A highlight for a weekend trip to the city. party of 6 early and service was great. Had a fantastic atmosphere. 3 couple and each ordered 2 entrees or salad plus we shared a bit. Adobo, papaya salad both stood out.

Excellent asian food, prepared in front of your eyes if you sit a the bar. Book in advance if you want a table on a Friday or Saturday. It can be a bit spicy, but it's the way it should be. I've been there 5 times over the last 2 years and I certainly plan on coming back !

Sisig was AMAZING! Service and vibe of the restaurant was great! Can't say anything but good things. A must visit in LES

My first impression of this crowded place was not the best: loud patrons, unpretentious decoration and furniture. I wondered about the kind of dining experience in store for us. These doubts literally dissipated after the first bite of a tasting menu sequenced into escalating stages of gastronomical orgasms. Freshness of products, complexity of sauces, richness of ingredients: my taste bus entered Valhalla riding on unsuspected extravaganza. Not to be missed!

Incredible! Delicious food and fun atmosphere! One of my favorite restaurants in Manhattan. Definitely make a reservation, it gets busy! First restaurant I've ever seen in the USA make the Thai dish called Khao Soi which I ate during my travels through Thailand. It is a dish only found in the villages in Northern Thailand. Great old school hip hop sound track in the background. Restaurant also offers bottomless yuengling for 15 bucks. The owner is incredibly friendly and his wife is the chef. Take your friends and go! You will have a blast! Definitely order the Khao Soi, pork belly, and minced pork face.

Falls short on other aspects! The pig's head appetizer/small plates is to DIE FOR!!! very delicious and unique! The rest of the food was good, but nothing to die for!

We're big fans of the Fatty Crew and were eager to hit Pig and Khao. The food is terrific and is right up there with the Crab's. We went with lots of small plates: the sausage salad, sizzling sisig, and khao soi (especially the khao soi) were our favorites on that side of the menu. All accomplished what we've grown to love about all things Fatty -- the extraordinary combinations of textures and flavors, all in the same dish. Among the main dishes, the grilled curry lamb ribs are to die for and, again, present wonderful combinations of taste and texture. The atmosphere is small and somewhat cramped, similar again to the Crab. My only knock on the place is that, with only a beer/wine license for now (hopefully that will change soon), the cocktails simply aren't up to snuff -- not a Fatty Sling to be found, and what is offered is just OK. Otherwise, terrific.

Came here for Restaurant Week brunch with a friend. Menu highlights included the papaya salad and the pork jowl. We ordered two entrees (beef hash and the pork head), which, to be honest, were kind of similar. The service was a little spotty. Our drink refills took a while to arrive, and they did get the mimosa flavors wrong a couple of times. The $15 bottomless deal was definitely worth it though. I would consider returning.

I had read lots of reviews and wanted to try it out for a while so when i found a google offer, there was no more excuses for not trying it. the place was buzzing with activity but nothing that prevented us from conversing, the music playing was great - and the food... well simply amazing! we had asked our waiter for recommendations, and were very happy with his suggestions, except maybe for quantities, as we ended up ordering way too much. We ordered the rice salad, the mussels, the sisig and the steak; they came one after the other and we were also told to get the coconut rice (definitely a must). By the time the steak came, we really weren't hungry enough so unfortunately we had to leave half of it but im looking forward to going back already to have some more. Favorites on the list were the sisig, the rice and the rice salad!

Stumbled upon this place whilst wondering around after our Chinatown tour. We had 6 course tasting menu and it was unbelievably fabulous!

They were rude and unfriendly. Sat us next to the toilet. The couple next to us asked to be moved and were accommodated; we were not. Unhygienic; saw a cockroach. Flies on the table. Quite disgusted.

I first went here for a company outing for dinner. We had about 20 people and were seated in the back section of the restaurant. We ordered a plethora of dishes, but the one that stood out to me was the coconut rice. It's smooth with a little hint of sweet and really delicious. The second time I went, I was with one friend. We arrived around 7pm on a Thursday night. It wasn't too crowded but in order to be seated immediately, we were asked if we wanted the outside back area, which we gladly took. We didn't know what to order and was suggested by our server to try Chef's 5 Course Tasting Menu. The menu outlines the possible dishes, but the final decision of what to serve belongs to the chef. We were, however, able to indicate if there were any food choices we did not want to eat (like octopus). This menu did not disappoint. Not only was each dish delicious, but they were hearty. We were full by the time we finished dinner and dessert. The service was also very good. My glass of water was constantly filled to the top and they were very accommodating with any requests we had. While I like the back room because it feels more spacious, the only down side were the acoustics. When my friend and I arrived, it was pretty empty and conversation came easy. By the time we left, though, there was a large group and a bunch more couples/smaller groups. It became difficult to hear and talking loudly was the only way to communicate. With that said, I will definitely be going back there.

Came here with friends who love in manhattan and I'm so glad they brought us! Go for the $39 5-course meal and you won't be disappointed. The plates just kept on coming! They also do $15 bottomless beer. So we had to be rolled out of the restaurant. The good was all delicious from steaks to scallops, mussels to savoury donuts. Followed by a variety of puddings. Would highly recommend to anyone having a birthday dinner or group dining as it's a fabulous experience as well as great food!

Pig and Khao offers street food style south-east asian dishes that are great to share. They have $15 all you can drink beer too! I wish it wasn't so hot or I would have tried the Khao Soi but I didn't try anything I didn't like. I wouldn't come here with any vegetarians :)

Not sure what the other reviewer is talking about that the restaurant is in an alley, it's on a street with other restaurants on the lower east side. The food is excellent, we recommend the sizzling sisig, coconut rice and eggplant salad. The drinks were great. Dessert not great. Service was excellent- our waitress was very helpful.

Great atmosphere but a bit loud for conversation. Food was excellent as was the service. A must while in NY.

The strong smell and smoke from the kitchen hits you when you first walk in. The kitchen is located in the middle of the restaurant and the ventilation is quite poor. I enjoy spicy food but the khao soi was extremely spicy, almost inedible. The ribs were dry and flavor was nothing special. I will not be back and neither should you. Plenty of better options in the neighborhood.

My husband & I went on a Thursday evening and it was packed. We were greeted at the door promptly, asked for proof of vax, and seated to a small 2 top. P&K is a small restaurant and tight seating. So tight where they have to move the table out for you to squeeze in. Fine pre-pandemic, but slightly surprised. It wasn't too uncomfortable for us, we could've left, but they do check vax status and the staff all wore masks. Besides the food smelled amazing and we were excited to try it out. Being Filipino, I wanted to try everything on the menu. We had a great time with their specialty cocktails and their wonderful Filipino fusion food. The flavors, spiciness, the atmosphere, the vibe were all fantastic. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience!

Following a weekend visit to NYC touring the LES where every meal we enjoyed was exceptional, Pig and Khao stands out as being one of the most remarkable. The duck, grilled pineapple salad and bun bo nam bo was a perfect combination. Can’t wait to go back.

I got lost, stupid iPhone sent us to Brooklyn and not East Manhattan Clinton St. Did get in, sat at the bar facing the grill. Very talented and obvious passionate staff. Loved the half chicken inasal, it is listed as a large plate, but I could had two helpings it was so moist and tasty.

We had been in NYC on a business trip trying different foods throughout the city. We visited Pig and Khao on our last night and this was the best meal we had from the 200+ dishes we tried. Massively recommended.

I can't take credit for the restaurant selection and came open-minded having looked at the menu before arrival. Every bite of food was awesome and the service was terrific. This is a tiny restuarant by New York standards. It is also not in the most convenient location if staying uptown and have a tight schedule. It was easily accessible off the F subway. Everything was share style. The website says Filipino-Thai-accented SE Asian Fare and that is how I would accurately describe it. Some of my favorite small plates included the Grilled Pineapple Salad, Baby Octopus Paksiw (which was an interesting presentation), and Khao Soi (so delicious). We also had the Dorade fish which is a little tough to share easily as it is a whole fish. Dessert - the Turon was somewhat tiny but for the price seems appropriate. I could have eaten a pint of that caramel ice cream. The banana fritter was perfectly cooked as well. I would go back in an instant. The flavors were a bit on the spicy adventurous side so picky plain eaters may want to look elsewhere. I would go back in a heartbeat with the right crowd.

I've heard about them for a while and have been meaning to go. I went here for restaurant week during dinner, so price is hard to comment on because it was $42 for a 3-course dinner and dessert and we got A LOT of food. Amazing deal, highly suggest it. Let's dive into the food. The food was so excellent. I had the entire restaurant week menu (not becasue i'm a pig but because it was four of us) The highlights were papaya salad and corn sumtum. The three flavor prawns are packed with.... well flavor! Amazing. The pork belly is moist yet crispy. The ribs literally fell of the bone. There was a very very spicy curry noodle we had (unsure of the name) it was great but immensely too spicy (and I love spice). The infamous halo-halo was good but soupy and not as interesting as it looks. I did enjoy the bits of flan in it. The turon was the better dessert, it's fried banana with salted caramel ice cream. Overall, I'd definitely go back.

Well, I didn't know what to expect, took the subway & arrived without reservations. Graciously seated by a non- Filipino staff which is somewhat different from other Fil resto. The boneless crispy pata was soooo delicious it's good only for 2, cooked to perfection, & the sauce~I was having a "seizure" (kidding but that's how yummy it was) we also got the noodles with beef ~ if you're a Fil uhmmm you might not like it but I loved it & don't forget the halo-halo for dessert ~ it's to die for, not too sweet. Having travelled all over, the food I could say there's no MSG! It's a little pricey but heyyy, great food, good service & clean place ~ can't ask for more!

This is a good fusion place that has a cozy and relaxing atmosphere. I tried the sisig and Mongo soup and they're a bit spicy to my liking. The sisig was fatty but still pretty good. The Mongo soup was amazing! Also ordered chicharon and I wish they gave more! I also ordered the baby back ribs and they were mediocre. The serving size was big enough for you to finish it in the restaurant but I think the prices are a bit on the high end. Will come back if I'm hungry and happen to be in the area but I don't think there's anything that really stood out for me to go out of my way to eat here. The staff was attentive though.

With brief menu of punchy, unique dishes, Pig & Khao is a jewel in the crown of the Lower East Side. Initially torn by the tantalizing selections available, I chose the Khao Soi-- a rich bowl of noodles, chicken, and broth-- and Mongo Guisado-- a thick mung-bean soup with basil and curry leaves. Both dishes were highly flavorful, though only the Khao Soi was hot-spicy. A farmhouse ale from Stillwater complelmented both dishes well without providing overly powerful hops. For dessert, I went for the hot ricotta donuts, served with tangy kalamansi custard. The service was both warm and highly professional. First class all the way.

We were in the back room which reminded me of Pok Pok which used to be in Brooklyn. We ordered two starters, one noodle dish, two large plates and one rice to feed four. The dumplings were out of this world. The ribs had the best sticky barbecue sauce. The cauliflower was flavorful. There was not one dud in the line up. The prices are gentle compared to everywhere else. The value is insanely good.

Right to the point, this place is awesome. All three dishes we ordered were full of flavor and took no time at all to arrive at our table. The service was great as was the atmosphere. The three dishes we order were: sisig, bun bo nam bo and the baby octopus paksiw.

The place is small, the neighborhood borders between hip and scary and the diners are all young and fashionable (except those who were brought by their kids). Pros: Food is very flavorful, imaginative and focused Drinks are fun and moderately priced Cons: Noise (expected) The signature dish (the Sisig is very fatty) The food and the rice are a little heavy. Service is ok, could be better could be worse We needed a long walk after that. We were that full

We stumbled upon this little gem and the food was brilliant and certainly didn't disappoint! We shared a few different foods so got to try, the pork belly, mango salad(delicious!), the red curry dish( a particular favourite!) and the sirloin steak(a little rare for me, would've liked it cooked a little more!) and the three of us came out suitably stuffed! Nice buzzing atmosphere too!

A different way to experience Asian food. Relaxed atmosphere, delicious sharing plates with small plates so you can try a few dishes and tempting cocktails. Worth a visit.

Two of us arrived with a reservation at 5:30 on a Saturday night, dinner before an 8:00 show at a theater a few blocks away. Most tables were unoccupied when we arrived, most occupied when we left two hours later. We were quickly taken to a comfortable table near the front of the restaurant, given menus and water. Our super friendly server was very helpful in answering our questions about the dishes, many of which were new to us, making sure we didn't under- or over-order. That assistance was repeated later by another server who, in bringing our first course, was able to explain to us, in welcome detail, the differences between pork jowl and pork neck. Every dish we had was interesting, novel and -- more important -- scrumptious, beautifully cooked and presented: grilled pork jowl with brussels sprouts (and we thought we didn't like sprouts); shan noodles with ground chicken; coconut rice; freshly made donuts with a calamansi dipping sauce; a banana fritter; and, Vietnamese coffee. Service was friendly and attentive throughout, and got us out on time. The food, moderately priced for this quality, made us want to return over several nights to work our way through the entire menu. We'll be back ...

After a full day out exploring the lower west side, we figured that a short subway ride east to Pig and Khao would cap off a great day. We shared three really flavourful plates, I had a couple of good beers and she had a thai spiced cocktail. Service was fantastic and I would strongly recommend that you try this place.

PIg and Khao is my go to spot whenever family or friends come to town. The fact that owner and chef Leah Cohen was on Top Chef was the reason we went the first time, but the restaurant is a super fun place with great food and solid drinks. It's a place I would recommend even if chef Leah wasn't a Top Chef alum. Both times we went with groups of 6. For the table we shared 7 small plates, opting out of the large plates. We added coconut rice (perfect) and mantao buns as well. This was a perfect amount of food which allowed everyone at the table to get a good portion of everything. We had all three desserts, the ricotta doughnuts were the highlight, but all were tasty. It is hard to choose the favorite dishes but the papaya salad, pork jowl, pork belly adobo, mussels, and mantao buns were definitely at the top. What I love about this place is that you can bring out of towners and they can have unique food for a fair price, in a cool Lower East Side haunt. It is far from the junk at Times Square and allows you to live like a local. They take reservations, which is recommended. Both times we made a weekend night reservation (about 2 weeks ahead) for 6:30, which is really early for NYC standards, but perfect for our out of town guests. I recommend this place for its food ( of course), for those seeking out Top Chef alum restaurants (one of the best!), or for those who want to dine at a fun, funky place you only find on the Lower East Side.

This was a nice find. Has been around for about 5 years and very successful by the amount of people that were there on St. Patricks Day. Great menu with good small plates for appetizers and about 6 or 7 entrees. A party of 4 we shared Baby octopus Paksiw, Shan Noodles, Malaysian Butter Prawns, Sizzling sisig and Khao Soi. Shrimps were very spicy but delicious; all other dishes were good. Particularly liked the Shan Noodles. For entrees we shared Half Chicken Inasal and Crispy Pata. There was plenty for everyone with left over. And don't forget to try the Coconut Rice. My friend had met the chef Lei {sp?] at a benefit dinner and she was nice to come out and greet us. Also provided some treats for dessert on the house. Save room for the Turon and Ricotta Donuts. BTW: cocktails Stinky Peat, Bangkok Fire and Rum & Hyde......all EXCELLENT.

Loved this small restaurant with an open kitchen. It’s loud and smells delicious from the moment you walk in. Both drinks and dinner were delicious.

This is a Southeast Asian fusion restaurant with a heavy emphasis on Filippino and Thai flavours. - We love the mongo dish (green bean stew) - absolutely delicious, but was somewhat luke warn on a couple of other dishes: - papaya salad: very fresh ingredients, flavour is just right. However, they used a bit too much sauce. - pork belly adobo: fried pork belly and a half-poached egg in vinegar-soya sauce dip. Flavour is right on but the pork belly was a bit on the fatty side (well, if you order pork belly, it goes with the territory) and we did not like the fact that it was deep fried. We wish they used a leaner cut of meat. The pork belly would have been a lot more tender if they did not deep fry it. - fried chicken: Again, flavour was right. However, it was a bit on the dry side (over-cooked). Did not use the patis (fish sauce) dipping sauce as the chicken was seasoned just right - making the dipping sauce somewhat redundant. - Turon (Fried Banana spring roll with a scoop of salted caramel ice cream): fried banana was good but the salted caramel ice cream was a bit too sweet for my taste. Overall, we would rate it 3.5 out of 5.0. The restaurant is located in East Village. Nice neighbourhood and it is refreshingly different from the usual midtown scene in Manhattan. Would come again but would try different dishes. Service was quite good. Ambience - quite loud as you would be sitting very close to the next table. When we were there, there were a couple of tables with customers that was talking quite loud. All we could here were their voices all night long.

Ambience was OK. Rap music in the bakground. Food also OK. Ordered a bunch of things including pad si ew and adobo pork belly. Dishes came out slowly, one at time, which was a little annoying since we were hungry. The pad si ew was so chewy and noodles were cut up we all thought it was the pork belly! Best dish was the halo halo and even at that, it was lacking key ingredients. We got our last dish, which was the fried fish, late into our meal only to be told that we had to vacate our table soon because we had been there for nearly 2 hrs. It was not our fault that the dishes were not expedited and we had to wait. Getting kicked out of our table for slow service left a very bad impression of our dining experience.

While in New York we visited Pig and Khao with a friend for dinner. The place was very busy but we got our table quite quickly. The food was really tasty, definitely exceeded our expectations. It was our best food experience that week. The portions were perfect for sharing which gives you the possibility of tasting different dishes. The drinks were super creative and original. When visiting New York you should definitely stop by! We loved this place.

Super cool place. Realy cool vybe. Good music and the feeling is very friendly and welcoming. All you can drink PBR in red solo cups. Strange, but executed perfectly. Great flavorful asian inspired dishes. No complaints. Definitely go here,

Enjoyed this small Asian restaurant in the lower east village. The pork belly adobo was a great hit. Fine balance of vinegar and spice and perfectly cooked pork belly. The pork jowl with Brussels sprouts is highly recommended. Charred sprouts with tender pieces of pork Jowl in a perfect blend of spice and texture. This coming from not the biggest fan of Brussels sprouts. The crispy pata needs a hot warning (no warning on the menu). It's deep fried with pieces of pepper flakes. Tender and delicious. Perfect complement with the accompanying liver sauce. Service was cordial and attentive. Atmosphere was a trendy with great decor and music. Note the endless self service Yuengling draft for 15 dollars. Special note is a 45 tasting menu Monday to Thursday.

We were in New York and we were looking for an Asian fusion restaurant. This pop up in our search so we gave it a try because of the good ratings that it is getting. First the location was a disappointment. It is located in an alley with nothing there. It actually felt creepy. Secondly, the interior of the restaurant is much worse. The pictures show otherwise. But we came there for food so here's my review of the food that we ate. We ordered "sisig" which they say is Filipino dish. I heard good reviews about it but it was at total disappointment. The taste is not very good plus it's so pricey for a very small portion! It was a rip off. Then we ordered a pork dish which they say is also an authentic Asian dish and it was like $30 for a small plate! It was just me and my husband and we ordered two dishes and rice and after we left the restaurant we felt like were still hungry! We were not satisfied and happy at all! But I must say that the dessert is very good! For me that is the restaurants saving grace!

We enjoyed multiple dishes in a group of 6 people. The food comes out as it's made so it's easy to over order when you are starving. The only thing I would've liked is if they considered the dishes we ordered and spread out the spice a bit. We got a mix of spicy and not spicy dishes, but all the spicy dishes came out first so we kind of shocked our taste buds, and I felt like it effected the flavor of the subsequent less spicy dishes. The ribs were phenomenal but by the time they came I was stuffed. Coconut rice is to die for, especially with the red curry. The 90s hip hop is a huge plus and is awesome for us 30-something's. excellent restaurant!

We decided to try Pig and Khao after seeing that it was participating in Restaurant Week. We had planned on partaking in their restaurant week offering. However, it was an all or nothing situation. Because one member of our party is a vegetarian, and the Restaurant Week menu lacked a vegetarian entree, we decided to skip it and ordered from the regular brunch menu.. That turned out to be a good thing. We started out with bottomless mimosas (only $16!!), with the juice options of lychee, white peach, mango and orange. The lychee worked well with the champagne and was our favorite, though the white peach was also quite good. The Vietnamese coffee was perfect, and reminded us of our time in Vietnam. For our meal we ordered the Banh Xeo, which was a light fried crepe stuffed with shrimp, bacon, and pickled veggies. It was delicious. The Khao Soi struck the right note between the red curry and coconut milk. But, the table favorite was Chile Pan Mee, which contained ramen noodles with fried anchovies, sausage, and a poached egg. We ordered an extra side of tasty garlic fried rice just to soak up every drop of the sauce. The décor is an eclectic mix, while the music was consistently bumping with hip-hop beats. The service was knowledgeable and attentive. What a delicious way to start a Sunday. We can’t wait to go back!

We'd already read some great reviews for Pig and Khao so thought we'd give it a try. The atmosphere was great - bustling, energetic and busy - which gave the whole evening a nice feel. We ordered the 5 course taster menu and were delighted with all of the dishes we received. Every item of food had incredible flavours and was clearly made fresh to order. By the end of the meal we were so full and content. Our servers throughout the evening were also wonderful, friendly and outgoing and topped off the whole experience. Overall a great experience and amazing value for money - I'd thoroughly recommend.

I booked this reservation primarily for my husband- he is the adventurist eater between the 2 of us and I figured it would be his 'reward' for seeing a show with me on our trip! Was I surprised to have enjoyed dinner as much as he did!! The atmosphere was cozy, the food was wonderful and it was a great night!!

LOVED this place!!!!! Super creative dishes and the staff has lots of good energy. Great for weekend hangout with friends.

Pig and Khao is pretty amazing. I have eaten at every good Asian restaurant in the city and this is the best or at least top 3. The food is fresh, tasty and some dish are a little spicy. The family style presentation is perfect for a large group or a small group to try several items. We ordered chicken, seafood and beef each dish was perfectly cooked, spiced and presented. Also if you love rap music this restaurant is perfect for you. Reservations are easy to get and the staff is very nice. Deserts are also pretty solid (donuts are very good) LL

The wait staff hangs around chatting amongst themselves. There were 3 of us in a small table with lots of dishes ordered but they refused to let use the next table so we had room to eat - and yet the place was half empty! And the food is quite ordinary. Definitely not worth recommending.

Was attracted to this restaurant as I was looking for filipino food and it is hard to find. Located in a little neighborhood in the east village and the decor has a great vibe. Some great cocktail choices, try the ginger vodka one. We ordered the pork belly adobo, beef with rice noodles and the noodles with red curry and coconut. Our favorite was definitely the adobo with the red curry right behind. The rice noodle dish was very korean in flavor. Dessert was unbelievable, try the halo,halo and the banana dish. We will definitely go back. Though we like hip hop music, they should try some with no profanity, it was too much, distracting.

Enjoyed the pork sisig- you stir in the egg! Whole fish was outstanding, duck was good. Tables are very close together. Service was good. Music was loud, hip hop and rap. Popular, busy, place Only disappointment was that there is no longer a tasting menu.

Filipino food is trending big time right now. Pig and Khao had some nice dishes, but I've had better at other restaurants. The sisig was tasty, but didn't go with the sweet coconut rice. Garlic rice would be best. The market vegetable on the day I went was very well prepared. Chicken Inasal was a tad overcooked, but had a nice char and dipping sauce.

We came for the name and stayed for the amazing drinks (the Manila margarita especially), crispy fried potatoes, and Korean honey butter chicken wings. The staff were so friendly and welcoming too! It was so good that we came back for brunch the following day. The breakfast sandwich with the Thai sausage patty is to die for. 100/10 would recommend.

I worked in a Burmese restaurant in college and later, living in Northern VA, regularly enjoyed great Thai and Vietnamese food. Having lived in the tri-state area since late 2000, it has been a really long time since I've had REALLY good Asian cuisine. Pig and Khao was phenomenal. My husband and I shared the Shan Noodles, Pork Belly Adobo, and the Khao Soi. ALL were amazing - my husband freaked over the Shan Noodles (he rarely repeats himself, but said over and over how great it was). For dessert, we had the ricotta donuts which were amazing (I admit I'm a donut freak). The drinks were delish (I had a couple of some drink with Prosecco in it which were very tasty). The service was very good and the wait staff friendly. We were also seated at the time we reserved. I highly recommend this restaurant!!!! Would definitely take friends here.

Each dish is unique - from the pig belly to the jowl to the fried chicken (crispy with a little bit of heat) and ribs (a little sweet and falls right off the bone) - every dish tastes different and they are all delicious!!! Would not recommend for business meetings though - too loud. If you are a vegetarian, your choices are limited.

Pig and Khao is a fun place to enjoy a vast variety of Asian food and a very interesting selection of beverages. I suggest that groups consider ordering multiple small plates for sharing. Chicken, Oysters, Rice Coated Fish, and Mussles were our selections and they were all outstanding ... with some a bit more spicy than others. If you like beer ... don't leave without trying the Tiger Beer ... served piggy style.

My spouse and I dined at Pig and Khao for brunch on a Sunday afternoon in early May 2017. Pig and Khao is open for weekend brunch and dinner daily. You can reserve a table using the online Open Table reservation system. The restaurant holds two stars from the New York Times. Pig and Khao opened in the fall of 2012 on Clinton Street on the Lower East Side. The restaurant occupies a former storefront, with two display windows flanking either side of the recessed doorway. One of the former display spaces now holds a bench where you can wait for a table, and the other side holds a tiny service bar. The space is long and narrow, with seating at tables (many of which share a long banquette on one side), communal regular-height wooden tables with chairs, or at the counter/chef’s bar. One chartreuse wall accents an opposite white-painted brick wall, accented by a pressed-tin looking ceiling and patterned tile floor. Asian trinkets decorate the top of the chef’s counter, with other design elements placed strategically. A partially covered outdoor garden patio offers additional seating. Chef/owner Leah Cohen is half Filipino, and she has traveled and worked extensively in Southeast Asia. Prior to opening her own restaurant, Chef Cohen worked for Anne Burrell at Centro Vinoteca (now closed). Pig and Khao offers Southeast Asian cuisine with Thai, Vietnamese, and Filipino influences. We ordered the sizzling sisig (chopped pig’s head served on a flat rectangular piping-hot iron skillet with a raw egg on top, so that when you mix all the ingredients together, the heat from the platter cooks the egg), grilled pork jowl (with Brussel sprouts, toasted rice, chili-lime fish sauce, and topped with fresh herbs), and a side of garlic fried rice. It was difficult to decide what to order because everything sounded delicious; although we loved what we ordered (particularly the sizzling sisig), the bahn xeo crepe, the shan noodles (a sort of ramen-like soup), and the khao soi (curry, coconut, chicken, and noodles) looked amazing! The restaurant offers beer (sold in cans, bottles, or pour-your-own-draft-from-the-keg), wine, and limited cocktails. We loved our brunch at Pig and Khao, and we would love to return to try some of the other menu options.

My son and I tried this place a year ago and have been coming back regularly since. It's not a typical Filipino cuisine and the way they put their twist on it makes it popular even for non Filipinos. Love the adobo and the halo-halo!

Went there with my spouse. I have to first say my wife is a Filipino. Born and raised in the Philippines. The food on the menu, while it looked good, was not mostly Filipino. The guy cooking it was a white american. So much for authenticity. She then asked to speak to a Filipino about the menu and about five minutes later one guy appeared. The menu lacked a lot of beef, chicken or Filipino noodle and rice dishes it was mostly pork. When she talked to him in Tagalog he responded in English. Either he was ashamed of his language or did not know how to speak his native tongue. All these so-called people who eat there and think it is real Filipino food, I would recommend going to Grill 21 (see my review). That food is real filipino food. We left without ordering.

Neat ambiance when you first walk in with the kitchen out in the open and rap music playing. Eclectic menu that had a good mix of savory and sweet dishes. The brussel sprouts with the grilled pork jowl, fried anchovies on the chili pan mee and the steak and eggs were highlights. The flank steak was prepared beautifully and served with a yummy spicy sauce. The brioche was a nice sweet ending to brunch. Of course the bottomless mimosas for two hours was fantastic. Staff was attentive and catered to our larger group. Just wish the portions were a bit bigger, but will definitely go again.

I'm always on the hunt for food that takes me back home. The recent popularity of Filipino cuisine has made it somewhat easier for me to satisfy my cravings. Leah's cooking was flavorful, perfectly seasoned and delicious from start to finish. I'm usually wary of any "fusion" but she balanced it quite well.The chicken Inasal wasn't the way I remember but I would recommend it. The Crispy Pata is out of this world. The Turon and HaloHalo were so yummy we almost ordered a second round.

My wife and I went for Sunday brunch after a recommendation from her martial arts teacher. It a bit out of the way on the Lower East Side but definitely worth the trip. The place was busy as it's not that big, but we got a table right away. We had the Sizzling sisig, Shan noodles, and smoked sardines. The flavors were amazing. Lots of spice but also complexity. The noodles were brought first and were incredible. The sisig, which is meat from the pig head, is served with a fried egg on a hot cast iron plate. Delicious. Be sure to mix up the egg and allow the iron plate to cook it into the meat. The sardines were very tasty but may not be for everyone. We also had the Vietnamese coffee which was a nice complement for brunch. We finished with the powdered donuts. They were great, though I have had better. Also had the spicy rye drink (forgetting the name). Highly recommend it as well. Overall I can't wait to go back and try more of the menu.

We've been to Pig and Khao multiple times and have never been disappointed! I hosted my 10 person bday dinner which was fabulous - preset menu was amazing and worked really well for the group. The food is interesting, innovative, and delicious. Super casual but high class restaurant and neighborhood gem.

I visited Pig and Khao on a late Saturday afternoon to test out their brunch. The restaurant itself was pretty funky, with an awesome indoor back patio. There Khao Soi- red curry, coconut milk and egg noodles- was absolutely delicious and big enough for two. This made quite a contrast for the typical tiny brunch proportions you might get at other "fancier" brunch places. The mimosa's were awesome- lychee, mango, and fresh squeezed OJ flavors. Highly recommend for small groups: (4 people max). The only catch- and full disclosure we came right at the end of there brunch orders-- is the waitress disappeared after our second mimosa for the "bottomless mimosa" special. By the time, we got up to ask her for another she told us that they couldn't serve anyone after 4. Perfectly reasonable, but it would have been nice to get a warning when ordering.

This place is definitely a local spot but if you want to got out of the mainstream tourist spots I highly recommend it. We ordered coconuts with rum to start then the coconut rice and wings along with almost every other dish on the menu. I was impressed with the flavor of everything had eaten.

Went during the longest heat waves that NYC has endured for awhile. We were seated at the bar while there were many seats and two tops available - said had reservations but while we were there never were filled. The food was a bit overpriced but did enjoy the Sisig and the Adobo. Whole fried fish was definitely not worth the price nor was it extraordinary. My biggest complaint was the service.. the waitress was not the greatest and the not very attentive. The couple next to us at the bar said the same thing- they were there longer and said she was spread too thin. I agreed and since it was 100 degrees outside and we were at the bar of a working kitchen- keeping guests refreshed is paramount. I will say this about the adobo... was the best I have ever had... considering most pinoy inspired culinary delights is usually overcooked and dry. So kudos to this dish. As for the entire trip.... average...

If you're up for a veritable East Asia meal in an informal setting with Hip Hop vibe, this is your place. People line up at 5 pm so reserve if you can. Try the pork head (Sizzling Sisig) with chili and raw egg. An original place for sure.

The food here is great but it’s not cheap. I thought since I’m in the East Village, I can get some cheap, good food but no luck, Sitting at the bar, you begin to appreciate the cooking as you smell the spices and aroma of the cooking. It smells like home cooking with natural ingredients. The bar is in front of the kitchen so not recommended on a hot summer day. Be warned that the aroma will stay on your clothes throughout the day. I enjoyed the unique Asian beers as well. The baby octopus is not bad. The duck is terrific and I thought all Asian places cook their duck well done but not here. Nice and medium here. Be warned that portions here are quite large and so if you’re not sharing, you are probably over-ordering. My beers, appetizer, and entree netted me almost $80 which I thought is a bit too much for Asian food but it’s not Chinatown so I suppose prices will mostly double. I’m not really sure that I want to come back because I feel I can get similar in Chinatown and I hate the loud rap music. Service is also slow and not the best especially when it’s busy here and it’s often busy here.

Service was dismal. Too many people but no coordination. Drinks took 30 mins from when we sat down. Food is not a good representation of Filipino cuisine so was a bit disappointed. There were a few dishes I would order again if I were to go back. Sisig, the pork belly and ribs were good. I’m all for fusion and all of the Hainese duck was greasy and the Halo Halo was not even close to the original. If you are going to recreate it, make a better version instead of parring it down. Hip hop atmosphere and maybe a good place for a much younger crowd. It was $500+ check that I felt was not worth it.

I can't complain about this restaurant. I showed up early with an extra guest on someone else's reservation and we got seated immediately into one of the great tables in the back. The food is flavorful, spicy and fresh. I recommend anything with chicken in it. Always eat the specials. It's incredible food and it's in one of the best neighborhoods in New York.

A very unique menu, this place is definitely for the adventurous. If you like spicy (Thai chicken wings) or unique, (most of the small plates) then give this a try.

It's a small spot in east village with tasty Asian flare dishes. The only reason it's 4/5 is the funny smell in their farther seating room along with very noisy fans and very cold air currents in certain areas. The food though is spot on. Very much recommended. Sit on the front room.

My son, who is a chef at a Michelin ranked restaurant in Greenwich Village, chose this restaurant as one he wanted to try. There were great options, both of us found several things we wanted to order. The waitress told us everything is served family style, so that helped us make choices for items we could share. We started with the green papaya salad - wonderfully flavorful, a bit sour if you are sensitive to that but we loved it. After that we shared the duck, which came with a crispy edged rice underneath it, and had a wonderful ginger sauce. We had a side order of coconut rice which reminded me of the sweet rice and mango dessert of Thailand. Yummy! We also had the Singapore skate wing, which is a fish I had not eaten before, but was delicious and soft and carefully prepared to not be overcooked. My son went for dessert and I tried it and was pleasantly surprised - next time I just may want to have my own order! It was Halo-Halo, which he had eaten in Bangkok and somehow I missed when there at a different time! Try it! not too sweet, but refreshing after a meal. The chef in the family said he would be back again, it ranked in his estimation. Good job also on the part of all the wait staff.

Food was excellent and worth the trek to LES from Uptown. The restaurant has a very casual, urban underground vibe going on with the dark setting, cheap plastic dishes and hip hop music playing. The plates we ordered were all considered “small plates” but were actually pretty decently sized. The dishes I would recommend are definitely the Sizzling Sisig and Grilled Pork Jowl. They are jam packed with delicious flavor and a must for pork-lovers. Prices were affordable and location & decor is hip and down-to-earth. The only dish I didn't love was the Khao Soi since it was EXTREMELY spicy. More at stormypeach.com/pig-khao-nyc/

My son wanted to go to Pig and Khao as he watches Top Chef. SO glad he did. Pig and Khao was a little different in each food presentation from what I expected (except for the ribs) but so good and enjoyable. We had an 8 PM reservation on a Sunday night (made about one week in advance and that was the best option from Friday to Sunday of that weekend) and arrived early at around 7:20 and were seated quickly. We had a table toward the back in the front area (across from the open kitchen) and sat down to look at the menu. Seating is cramped (what else in a popular NYC restaurant) and the place was full of energy. We decided to get a few different small plates and one large plate for dinner. Our server helped us make choices on the small plates and we both wanted the Ribs as our big plate selection. Small plates consisted of Baby Octopus Paksiw, Pork Belly Adobo, Ka Prow and Malaysian Butter Prawns. Each small plate was a journey into an uncharted taste destination. Each dish was expertly constructed with each element of the dishes flavor tasted. Of the 4, I would rate the Baby Octopus as #1 and the Pork Belly as #4, but all so good. Thankfully the Ribs took a little while to come to the table so we were able to rest and totally devour the delish Ribs. Pig and Khao is an experience and a great one. Make your reservation early and go and enjoy.

The very reasonably priced tasting menu is the best way to go for first time visitors to Pig and Khao. They bring a very good sample of dishes from their kitchen which allows you to try things you may not have the guts or knowledge to order a la carte. (One of our favorites was the Sizzling Sisig- a hash made from the usually discarded parts of the pig).The servers are extremely friendly and helpful. Their cocktail menu is inspired and delicious, and their selection of cold pale beers are a nice pairing to the Khao, which is one of their most spicy dishes. Bring a friend and your adventurous palate!

We went here for the good scores on Tripadviser but it’s definitely not worth the hype. It was noisy and hipster trashy inside and the staff did not serve well. They forgot an item and two meals were not well cooked. Too salty and one too spicy. One was good but nothing special. It is nonetheless overpriced. Not recommended

As the name suggests, Pig and Khao is heavy on pork and that was just fine with me. We decided to do the Chef's 5-course tasting menu instead of having the burden of choosing ourselves, which gave us the added benefit of having some dishes that weren't on the menu. The downside was not always knowing what we were eating. The first item brought to the table was an amuse-bouche, some combination of foods inside a spoon, to be eaten as one. We could not hear the gentleman who dropped it off so we just went for it, not knowing what it was. Both of us noted that it tasted familiar but could not identify the flavors. The second item was fried oysters which were very plain and are not on the menu, possibly for that reason. The oysters did not fit in with the rest of the meal, flavor-wise, and it was the only dish we were not impressed with. The next dish may have been a variety of the Grilled Pork Jowl on the menu - pig cheeks, with Brussels sprouts, lemongrass, mint, and pork rinds. This was definitely one of our favorites. We may not have understood the tasting menu correctly because we thought the next dish was going to be the entree - our fourth dish. This was the Sizzling Sisig, right off the menu - pork head, chili, whole egg - and was my favorite course of the evening. It came out as its name indicates, sizzling and crackling, with an egg in the middle of the plate which we were told to spread out and mix with the pork while the egg fried. It would have made a perfect entree and specialty dish, but then, to our surprise, we were brought out more food. Our actual entree was the menu's Green Rice Crusted Dorade fish, with cockles, chinese sausage, and yuzu dashi, a mandarin-like fruit broth. I typically prefer shellfish to fish fish, but this was a good light white fish, covered in green Rice Krispies to give it a crunch which I didn't expect. For dessert, a ginormous Halo-Halo was served. It is a traditional Filipino dessert of shaved ice, leche flan, ube (purple yam) ice cream, macapuno (coconut), and pinipig (the crisped rice). We were encouraged to mix it all up into a soup but tried each component individually first. There's no way we could have gotten through even half the bowl after all that pork, but it definitely was delicious and refreshing. Blog - "a hell LOVE a town"

Great service, tasty food and the duck in particular was excellent, it was cooked perfectly. If you don’t like spicy you might want to ask your server which dishes to get as the Ka Prow wasn’t like the ones we’d had before and it nearly blew our heads off.

Pig and Khau is one of the greatest places to eat on the lower east side. I have been here several times and the food is delicious. They make a bunch of dishes that you have to try. The ribs, wings, soup, noodles, pork, baby octopus and coconut rice!!!! It's a locals secret that you will like if you like to experiment with new foods. And the prices are reasonable when you consider it's NYC.

5 of us went here for dinner, on a recommendation, and loved it. Most of the food was delicious, especially the oysters, ribs and some surprisingly wonderful Brussels sprouts with pork belly. We also had halo-halo, a Filipino dessert that looks unbelievably weird and tastes utterly wonderful. Can't remember anything we didn't like, and service was flawless. The dining room isn't big, and tables are quite close together so noise might be an issue, but well worth it for the food.

Stopped in on a Saturday evening for dinner. Had that family meal for 3. Great choices, good cocktails, and a great atmosphere. Michael, Michael & Matthew took good care of us. A bit loud...

Our family loves Asian fusion type of food. We had one of the most memorable meals in NYC at this restaurant. The food is flavorful, ample portions, and reasonably priced. We will make this one of our regular must go to restaurants in NYC. Excellent!

I had the endless mimosas, both white peach and mango. Yum. We shared the sizzling corned beef hash which was unexpected. The brussels sprouts with pork belly were AMAZING. I could eat more. Try the Vietnamese coffee, too. We were there at 11 on Saturday and I was the first one there but it filled up quickly. Good to get reservations. In a fun neighborhood.

The food at this restaurant is so fabulous I am willing to overlook that it is not a place to comfortably have a conversation. Trying to make a last minute Saturday night restaurant we had to accept a very early evening time in order to be seated and the place was already close to full when we arrived. All this was worthwhile as we started with the sizzling The food is so delicious that, despite the fact that a Saturday night reservation was difficult to get and the noise level made it difficult to get back, I will definitely be back. We started with the Sizzling Sisig, crisp and moist, deliciously seasoned and salted morsels of sizzling pork topped by a raw egg that you quickly mix in on the truly sizzling serving pan so it is no longer raw as you dig. We had the coconut rice as the accompaniment for this and our main course platter of perfectly cooked duck; a generous portion of both breast and leg meat. Plenty of food for 2. On subsequent visits I will have the difficult decision of whether to repeat this memorable meal or keep going down the short menu till I've tried everything. Note: For my next visit I will try going during the week to see if this small restaurant is a little less crowded and noisy outside of prime time. I should also note, if you want your food served more slowly, order one dish at a time. The waitress was friendly and helpful in describing and recommending dishes from this unusual menu.

Went there on a Thurs & it was packed, but were seated immediately. We chose the chef’s counter and it was a treat to see them make the food! But DON’T sit there if you have any respiratory issues of any kind: the spicy, pungent, smoky scents of the kitchen will overwhelm you. This isn’t a complaint - just giving you the heads up. For a less intimate experience, you can sit out back, which is under a tent and has better air circulation. Food & drinks were A+. Lots of gluten free options, including: baby octopus paksiw, green papaya salad, corn, grilled pork jowl. My friend loved the fried chicken (not gluten free). Cocktails are great and they serve San Miguel!

Compact and bijou restaurant with a delicious eclectic Asian menu. Would highly recommend the Green Mango salad, port belly adobo (small plates) and BBQ Baby back ribs. All the dishes are yummy and amazingly filling. Only caveats are the tight spacing, it can get a bit warm when busy and it is expensive!! Overall still well worth seeking out

Flying under the flag of Asian Fusion, Pig and Khao hits the spot. Definitely a good blend and a true embodiment of what an Asian fusion restaurant is made of. Food is good just not great.

This simple restaurant is unassuming with very casual tables and an open kitchen. However, don't let the location nor the fact that it's an unadorned place, the food is amazing. I'm Filipina, living in Thailand, I do know both these foods well, and I have to say, the small menu just hit the spot. Besides a vietnamese dish (crunchy crepe) the pairing of all dishes were well chosen and beautifully done. I would go back again and again and again....

I was really looking forward to this restaurant. We had dinner here last night and it was really unfortunate that it was so hot in the restaurant. Honestly, I thought the flavours were good, but I couldn't wait to get out. It was so much cooler outside. I noticed some fans attached to the ceilings that weren't in use (broken?) but a small AC by the open door that was on. It did nothing for the restaurant. I really don't recommend coming here on a summer night. As for the food, I really liked the flavours of the Sizzling Sisig ($16) especially when eaten with the coconut rice. The Kao Sui ($17) was good but I wasn't particularly impressed. Both were from the Small Plates section of the menu. The Malaysian Fried Chicken at $28 was okay. Although I liked the balance of the pineapple chutney and sambal, I wouldn't order this again. I think that we were too hot and uncomfortable to enjoy the food. On a cold winter day, I think I'd be happy warming up to the spicy and flavourful dishes here. Perhaps during our next winter holiday we'll come back, but honestly there are too many great restaurants here in NYC that provide great food and ambience.

I found this great Asian/Thai restaurant on my last New York trip and vowed to return on my recent trip. I've been travelling a while and eating out a lot so I was feeling tired and wondering whether it was going to be worth it. It didn't disappoint and I was so glad I made the effort. The flavours are just mind blowing - not just spicy but so cleverly combined. I deliberately chose dishes I had not tried before and that were a bit adventurous - the Octopus and the Pig Jowl & Brussel sprouts. Both were insanely delicious. As a sole traveller I like to have choice so ordered 2 dishes knowing I would probably not finish them. Well they were so amazing I could not resist. Creative and delicious cocktails too. It's a cosy, fun venue with a definite buzz, where they cook right there in front of you but still funky and well kept not messy; a bit noisy but not too much. Reasonable prices. It is just as good or even better than my last visit. So I'm coming back again next time for sure!

I got lost looking for the place on the first pass along Clinton St. since the signage from across the street was very easy to miss perhaps maybe because of it's unique design. We were seated right away and ordered our drinks. I sort of like the Stinky Peat with scotch dominating the flavor trailed by a floral lingering finish of Elderflower. But somehow when we're served the first small plate of Lumpiang Sariwa we got disappointed. Coming from a Top chef, the bits of pork belly came out like "Tough S...t". I looked around, and upon seeing a lot of young people dining, I wondered, " Is there something wrong with my teeth?" Normally, after the onslaught of something unpalatable the chef's reputation is unsalvageable. The tidbits should have been removed after their job of adding flavor to the dish. After that, my wife complained of the spicy vegetable side dish. The waitress took the dish but was never replaced until we asked for it later. My wife was taken aback by the heat; they should have warned us about anything extra spicy. The Crispy Pata alla Braciole was very crispy as promised, but a little dry at the center. The liver sauce was outstanding. I never had anything as good as that before. Halo-halo came as ordered with extra pinipig, but it didn't look like the images that we found on the web. We felt that they cut back on some of the ingredients. But the ricotta donuts with kalamansi rind was the ticket that brought me to heaven, and back.

The food is just amazing! If you like food from South East Asia, this is the place to go. It was the second time I went to this restaurant. I recommend to go in a (small) group so you can test many different plates, because it's very hard to pick. My favorites, in order: - Bun bo nam bo - Pork belly adobo - Duck - Chili pan mee The Khao Soy is a bit too sour to my taste.

I recently visited this restaurant based on a friends recommendation and boy am I pleased we made the reservation. This place is quaint with a small space in front and larger area at the back. Food is a Filipino inspired and it didn't disappoint. I would highly recommend the any of the pork dishes especially the Pork knuckle. Please do turn up hungry as you will want to sample EVERYTHING.

This place came highly recommend by a chef so we knew it would be good but were totally blown away! We asked the waiter Raphael what was good and his suggestions were spot on! We had the green papaya salad, pig jowl and two other dishes recommendations I can't pronounce! Raphael was fab - so friendly and knowledgeable. We can't wait to go back!

That was a superb dinner at Pig and Khao. We could hardly talked :)) as we could not stop tasting the delicious dishes. It was Shan Noodles, Bun Bo Nam Bo, Khao Soi and BBQ Baby Back Ribs that kept us busy with the perfect cocktail Bankog Fire.

Amazing place. Walked to it after visiting the Tenement Museum, and had an amazing brunch. The food was delicious and we had the lycee mimosa and Mango mimosa.

Visiting during restaurant week, we had the chance to taste a variety of items. All were delicious. All were spicier than expected but it was a pleasant surprise. The chef’s get 5 stars from me. The atmosphere however drops to 3. The loud music kept any flowing conversation from happening. The tables were so close together that tables had to be moved to get in and out of the bench seat. Perhaps takeout to enjoy the food.

A range of south-east asian dishes that make your tastebuds go wild. The music is (also) great. Get the cilantro soda, with or without vodka.

Seriously, stop reading reviews and just go. The food here is incredible. It's a casual spot, but I would recommend making a reservation if possible as it can get a little crowded and it's not a big place. It's great for a night out and you can get a lot of different things and share, which is what I would suggest doing. Also, the coconut rice is so delicious I haven't stopped thinking about it. So seriously you're done looking for a place. Go!