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SEA
Welcome to SEA The Thai experience in the heart of the Meatpacking District. The moment you dive into SEA you will smell the perfume of the galangal root, the lemongrass, ginger, tamarind, basil leaves... the sweetness of pineapple chunks and at the same time you will be taken by the contagious ambiance of our Bangkok inspired modern design with guest DJs spinning The Mezzanine lounge overlooking the High Line park and the more exclusive MOON ROOM lounge on the lower level. The exotic trendy cocktails will make it a complete experience and our team is committed to provide every patron with not only the best dining experience but also the best night-out.
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64 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Rating Breakdown 64 reviews
5 stars
(8)
4 stars
(26)
3 stars
(24)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(33)
- fit for foodies(23)
- hot spot(22)
- neighborhood gem(16)
- great for outdoor dining(13)
- romantic(13)
SEA Reviews List
Review 1 for SEA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Glad we went back
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Second time we've been back and not disappointed. The food was very good and our server was very polite and helpful. Very reasonably priced and portions were more than enough. Nice neighborhood eatery."
Dined on 6/11/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 2 for SEA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very Nice
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food is very good (and affordable) and the proximity to the High Line makes the experience even more fantastic."
Dined on 6/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 3 for SEA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Thai in Meat Packing District
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great Thai food just across from "The Standard"."
Dined on 5/26/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, hot spot
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Review 4 for SEA
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
good food, wierd service!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"i have been going to the SEA in Williamsburg for years, so i was delighted to find one opened in the meatpacking. While the food was just as good as the brooklyn location, the service was annoying. First off, it was not busy when we got there. From the time we sat down we had 5 different waiters come over to us about every 3 minutes to see if we had decided on our food. Im always happy to have attentive waiters, but this was ridiculous and almost to the point of being pushy. My BF had never been there before so he needed a couple minutes to look over the menu. Other than that our dinner was pleasant and the waiters were nice, i would go back for a quick inexpensive bit if i am in this area."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 5 for SEA
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall everything was pretty good--service was a little slow but we did have a big group which may have been the case."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 6 for SEA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A great lunch al fresco
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was a beautiful sunny day last Friday. We walked the Highline and then had lunch outside at SEA. The boxes are a great deal and they give you lots of interesting taste sensations."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 7 for SEA
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Our reservations were for
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
"Our reservations were for 7:00pm. We arrived at 6:30pm , minus two people from our party. They wouldn't seat us till everyome got there-which was fine. However, by 7 we told the hostess that we weren't going to wait for the other two people and we will sit and have dinner. One of the female hostess said that they were setting up the table and it will be ready shortly. At 7:20 we asked again for our table and the male hostess said that they were still setting up. I asked why does it take over 20 minutes to set up a table? He only kept saying to me that they're setting up the table, it's not ready, I can go upstairs to see. So the table they "needed" to set up took 1 1/2 hours to set up. The male hostess was extremely rude."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2012
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Review 8 for SEA
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Cool spot - went for lunch
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Cool spot - went for lunch recently the staff was nice and helpful, I thought my experience would be as special as the ones I've had in Brooklyn but not bad place to hang for a quick lunch and then walk on the highline."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 9 for SEA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It was my first time at Sea
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was my first time at Sea and it was a great experience. Everything went great."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for SEA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Amazing
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Amazing! I made reservations to celebrate my birthday here; the reservation was made for 8 people. I invited 15 people but since it was snowing and raining on that day I figured only 8 would show up. Well I was wrong not only did the 15 show up but some brought friends. So my party of 8 needed to change to a party of 21. The hostess was very kind and understanding about the change. She said we would have to order from the prix fixe menu which was fine with me because it was only $35! What a great value for an appetizer, entree and dessert. They were so nice, caring, understanding,& hospitable. The service was great, the music was perfect, and the food was just right. I had a wonderful birthday because they were able to accommodate us."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 11 for SEA
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Although the food was good,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
"Although the food was good, the restaurant was very noisy. Also, the busboys were constantly at our table looking to take empty dishes away making us feel very rushed. Fine dining it was not."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2009
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Review 12 for SEA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The high table at the bar area was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The bar area gave our part of nine that much needed 'privacy'. The high table actually gave it a more relaxed feel and for quite a big, rowdy group of girls, it was perfect -- we didn't even disturb the other patrons eating over at the other side of the dining area. Service and food was perfect and our waiters and waitresses were all very cordial and friendly! I will def come back!!!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 13 for SEA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Romantic Dinner for 2
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Have been to many restaurants in NYC, but this one is a great find. Great location and great atmosphere. Food is affordable and service was amazing.
Thanks and we will be back!"
Thanks and we will be back!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 14 for SEA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was great and it
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was great and it was in good portion. I highly recommend for couples to eat there. The pork chop was awesome and drinks was fruity yet strong."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for SEA
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I really enjoyed Sea and while
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I really enjoyed Sea and while this isn't the first time I've been, everytime I come I try something new and I'm never disappointed! We had a great time, they took the order promptly and did not rush us to make our decisions. Once we placed our order, it did not take long to come out. The food was fantastic. They then offered dessert, to which we declined, but the options were great. I will keep coming back."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 16 for SEA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Realy good restaurant, a great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Realy good restaurant, a great opition to who search a Thai food, great attendance and a beautiful ambiance."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 17 for SEA
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
My wife and I had just flown
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My wife and I had just flown in that day and were looking for some good Thai to eat with friends. We made an 8:30 reservation for a party of five. We didnt get seated until after 9:15. It felt like we we're in that Seinfeld episode. The food was actually good as far as Thai goes but being that hungry and having to wait ruin the experience."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2012
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Review 18 for SEA
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I came here for Valentine's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I came here for Valentine's Day with my boyfriend. We got an amazing $45 3 course meal, complete with lobster & steak. The steak was delicious but they didn't have the lobster fork, which made it difficult to eat it. Otherwise, everything was delicious and it was a great and cheal deal!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for SEA
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
SEA ya later
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Its a shame. SEA in williamsburg is a fun experience with a unique atmosphere (albeit hipsterish), good food and decent service. SEA meatpacking was not this. After waiting 20 minutes (despite having reservations) we were then met with another 25 minute wait after being seated. The interior of the restaurant was boring and the layout/acoustics were very poorly done. All 3 courses of our meal came out late, the food was overcooked, under seasoned and underwhelming. It took 3 tries to get water and the end of this dinner saw a 20% tip included in the bill. I could have questioned it, but this would have resulted in more waiting and frustration. I wish we would have stayed at the Standard bar across the street where we started with a drink"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
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Ratings-Only Reviews for SEA
Based on the average of (45) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
7 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic