Pongsri Thai Restaurant   

106 Bayard St
New York, NY 10013
212-349-3132
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The SceneLunch at this Chinatown institution can be a sunny spot in an otherwise dreary day of jury duty. Decorative touches like Thai masks and travel posters offset the cafeteria feel of the wood-paneled dining room. Low prices and quick service bolster the mass appeal.The FoodOn this lengthy Thai menu, you can't go wrong with standbys like chicken satay, which comes five to a plate with a mildly spicy peanut dipping sauce on the side. Pad Thai tends to be sweet and has fewer peanuts than usual, but there are no complaints about the generous portion. Curries are another menu highlight, with several choices including Pa Nang with coconut milk, lemongrass leaves, onions and peppers, and Gang Paa with hot and spicy chili sauce. Black sticky rice with coconut milk is a dessert must.