New Thai Restaurant LenLen Brings Playful Vibes and Crab Durian Curry to Flatiron

The new bar and restaurant from co-owners Wanisa Torboonsitikorn and chef Peter Ki Suk Tondreau features a menu of familiar Thai comfort-food dishes and street stall fare.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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LenLen, a new bar and restaurant in Flatiron, New York, is bringing a vibrant and playful atmosphere to the city's Thai food scene. Co-owned by Wanisa Torboonsitikorn and chef Peter Ki Suk Tondreau, the restaurant features a menu of high-quality Thai street and comfort dishes, including a standout crab durian curry. The space has a 1970s-inspired decor theme and also houses a shoppable front room where customers can purchase Thai packaged foods.

Why it matters

New York's Thai food scene has been rapidly expanding, and LenLen is the latest addition, offering a unique blend of traditional Thai flavors and a fun, modern atmosphere. The restaurant's commitment to quality ingredients and creative dishes, combined with its vibrant decor and shoppable front room, make it a compelling new destination for Thai food enthusiasts in the city.

The details

The menu at LenLen features a variety of Thai comfort-food dishes and street stall fare, including a roasted chile eggplant dip, chili jam clams, and crab-fried rice. The standout dish is the crab durian curry, which is described as sweet, creamy, and flavorful, with the richness of the red curry paste complementing the unique taste of the durian fruit. Dessert options include a frozen take on the iconic Thai sticky rice dish, paired with seasonal fruits.

  • LenLen opened in Flatiron, New York in February 2026.

The players

Wanisa Torboonsitikorn

Co-owner of LenLen, a new bar and restaurant in Flatiron, New York.

Peter Ki Suk Tondreau

Co-owner and chef at LenLen, a new bar and restaurant in Flatiron, New York.

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What they’re saying

“The roasted chile eggplant dip ($17) reminds me of my mom's Bangladeshi bhorta — their version is a smoky, spiced-up dip that spreads well on airy and crunchy sesame rice crackers and fresh crudities.”

— Nadia Chaudhury, Deputy editor for Eater's Northeast region and Eater New York (eater.com)

“The crab durian curry ($36) is sweet and creamy with a nice depth of flavor thanks to the fruit and the rich red curry paste. Mix up everything in the coconut milk to dig into the spaghetti squash.”

— Nadia Chaudhury, Deputy editor for Eater's Northeast region and Eater New York (eater.com)

“The drinks, led by Robert Lam-Burns, are flavorful and inventive. I got the Tomato Som Tum ($25), aptly described to me as a light margarita, with a hint of savoriness.”

— Nadia Chaudhury, Deputy editor for Eater's Northeast region and Eater New York (eater.com)

The takeaway

LenLen's blend of high-quality Thai cuisine, playful decor, and shoppable front room make it a compelling new addition to New York's thriving Thai food scene, offering a unique and memorable dining experience for both longtime Thai food enthusiasts and newcomers alike.