Rain

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100 W 82nd St
New York, NY 10024

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(212) 501-0776
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Best

I've been to Rain a number of times, and I never seem to get tired of eating in this wonderful restaurant. The wait staff is friendly and attentive and the food is just downright ...

Worst

Our server didn't take the time to tell us of the additional appetizers and entrees for the evening, we had to ask after overhearing him tell the next table (after we had already ...

worth the trip 7/12/2003

I was a bit apprehensive about going because of some of the reviews, especiially the editorial. I have to say that our experience was wonderful. The food was excellent. I will say that the service at our table was fairly slow, but our waiter was very helpful and friendly. The bartender was outstanding. Some of the best mojitos in town. The steak was phenomenal, and the penang was outstanding. The chocolate cake for dessert was dense and sinful. I recommend Rain, it was a nice night out on the upper west side. Pros: food, ambience, great drinks Cons: noisy, slow service more
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great find 5/22/2003

A girlfriend who lives on the Upper West Side recently introduced me to Rain and I am so greatful!! A great mix of all forms of Asian cuisine in a great room. Our waiter was not only adorable but, very helpful. He kept us amused throughout the night w/o being too obtrusive. I'm not very familiar w/ Thai food, but there seemed to be something on the menu to amuse everyone in our group. The manager even came to talk to us, I felt so important. I'm definetly going back!! Pros: good for groups, great portion size, friendly staff Cons: crowded more
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Great Date Place 5/21/2003

Rain is a great ""first date"" place. It's cool but not too trendy, sophisticated but casual, expensive but not too extravagant, and the food is good but not too exotic. The atmosphere is quiet and relaxed. You really can't go wrong here. more
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Great Atmosphere.... 3/6/2003

Rain is consistently good....they have a great bar area where you can enjoy a cocktail while waiting to be seated. It's dark and romantic... yet you can dress casually. The food is yummy......and reasonably priced. I especially love the chips they give you when you're first seated....and the delicious peanut dipping sauce. Definitely better than plain old bread! more
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Inconsistent food and service 1/20/2003

Our server didn't take the time to tell us of the additional appetizers and entrees for the evening, we had to ask after overhearing him tell the next table (after we had already ordered appetizers). The calamari appetizer was very good. The spring rolls were small and unexceptional. The garnish on the plate was more substantial than the rolls themselves. We had been here before and loved it. We probably won't go back again. more
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Pan-Asian food at its best! 1/19/2003

Pan-Asian food at its best! Rain is impressive from the outside and impressive from the inside. Food, decor, and service are all great. The atmosphere is fairly quiet, romantic and although a little pricey, is well worth the trip. Booking a reservation is highly recommended as the restaurant is always busy. more
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not authentic enough... 1/13/2003

when the concierge at our hotel recommended this thai restaurant, i was thinking it was going to be a fairly priced and authentic thai restuarant. to my disappointment, the food wasn't that genuine! some of the entrees/appetizers were overpriced and the portions weren't that generous! two good things about rain, decor and service! Pros: waiters, ambiance, location Cons: food portions, flavor more
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HIT OR MISS 7/26/2002

Been going there for years but it is way too inconsistent in terms of food and service. Food - sometimes great, sometimes weak and average. Service - really weak on busy nights. They seem under staffed and Waiters do not really know the menu. I have had awesome food and service their (don't get me wrong) but lately I would be wary of taking an important guest their or try to impress someone with what used to be a great night out. Waiters are too busy to focus and get half your order wrong. Hosts if they are not Diane are nasty. Give it a shot but make it real casual and plan to spend $100 for 2 people. Pros: Slow night good, Good in house drinks Cons: Not Spicy, Too Sweet, Rude Hosts, Bad Service more
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Editorial

  • In Short
    Culinary bad boy Michael ""Bao"" Huynh has seen more than his share of career praise, blame, and burned bridges; his latest effort comes in the space occupied for 13 buzz-less...

  • 10/28/2008 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Neighborhoods: Upper West Side, Midtown
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