Name: Elephant District
Price range: $$

Elephant District Information

Elephant District, at 9 Old Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, sits in DUMBO near Fulton Ferry and the Brooklyn Bridge waterfront. The restaurant centers on Bangkok-inspired Thai street food, especially seafood, curries, noodles, and crispy pork dishes presented with a more polished, colorful approach than a basic neighborhood takeout spot. Its combination of Thai flavors, cocktails, waterfront-area convenience, and photogenic dishes makes it particularly appealing for lunch after sightseeing, casual dates, and relaxed group dinners.

The atmosphere is casual but stylish, with a cozy dining room, bar seating, and an outdoor patio. Weekend evenings tend to feel livelier and busier, while weekday dinners can be a better choice for diners wanting a calmer meal. Current hours are 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m.–11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Delivery and takeout are available, along with reservations, a full bar, cocktails, wine, vegan and gluten-free options, and dog-friendly outdoor seating. Parking is not provided, which matters in this busy section of DUMBO.

For a first visit, the signature dishes are more useful to explore than trying to cover the entire menu. Brooklyn Bridge Pad Thai pairs stir-fried rice noodles with jumbo prawn, egg, peanuts, scallion, and bean sprouts, while Krapow Moo Krob combines crispy pork belly with Thai holy basil, chili, and garlic. Seafood fans have more distinctive options such as Khao Soi Pu Nim, featuring soft-shell crab with Northern-style curry and egg noodles, or fried branzino with aromatic Thai curry. Small plates such as grilled moo ping pork skewers work well for sharing. Signature entrées generally push the meal beyond inexpensive takeout territory, with many mains in the $20s and seafood specialties reaching roughly $30–$40 or more.

Customer feedback is especially positive about bold seasoning, generous portions, attentive service, and the welcoming interior. Diners have specifically praised the pork skewers and dishes that retain recognizable Thai flavors rather than softening everything for a tourist-heavy neighborhood. The main cautions are also practical: some dishes arrive noticeably spicy unless a preference is stated, Friday and Saturday evenings can become crowded, and outdoor seating may involve a wait. Those wanting very mild food, an ultra-quiet dinner, or easy on-site parking may find another setting more comfortable.

Elephant District is best for diners who want flavorful Thai food in DUMBO without choosing between a casual meal and a date-worthy setting. Start with moo ping or another shared plate, then choose Krapow Moo Krob for something savory and spicy or Brooklyn Bridge Pad Thai for a more approachable signature. Add a seafood curry when dining with a group. It fits especially well before or after exploring Brooklyn Bridge Park, for a weekend lunch, or for an informal dinner where creative Thai cooking and cocktails matter more than bargain pricing.

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We had lunch at Elephant District in Dumbo and honestly really enjoyed it. The location is great, but what stood out to me was the space itself — fun, bold and with lots of personality. We ordered the Crispy Calamari, Thai Curry Puffs, Lobster Pad Thai and the Jumbo Dumbo Steak. Everything was flavorful and nicely presented, but the mains were definitely the highlight — super satisfying and packed with flavor. We finished with the Mango Sticky Rice and tried a couple of cocktails (Sri Mala and Rumpan), both fresh and easy to drink. Overall, a really solid spot for Thai food in Dumbo. Good vibe, good food, and somewhere I’d happily come back to.

love everything here! Super strong flavors and love the unique take on tom yum fried rice, yummy fish custard with rice (homok pla, which we tried at the financial district taste of thai select food festival and loved it! From chef patty) pad thai, crunchy chive cakes, and papaya salad. great service and attentiveness from our server, Kay! Will definitely come back

Elephant District was an amazing dining experience. Our server Kay was fantastic, attentive, friendly, and made us feel very welcome throughout the meal. The food was just as impressive. The Pad Thai was perfectly balanced, the branzino was crispy and flavorful, and the mango sticky rice was the perfect sweet ending. Beautiful presentation, great flavors, and excellent service. I will definitely be back and highly recommend this spot for Thai food lovers.

Elephant District is such a beautiful Thai spot. The presentation is stunning — orchids, banana leaves, and dishes served in real coconuts made everything feel special.The lobster was fresh and sweet, the grilled steak was juicy with a great char, and the skewers were full of smoky flavor. The mango drink was refreshing and not too sweet. Great atmosphere and City is a very friendly server! She is very detail and organized. Perfect for date night — will definitely be back!

Walking in we were greeted and welcomed. Kay took over and was so friendly. She was very patient describing the dishes and helped us put our order together. The lobster was succulent, Prawns and green mussels were tasty. Everything was nicely seasoned. We were treated with dessert since we were celebrating a birthday. Thanks Kay!!

While hanging out in BK, I randomly came across a Thai restaurant that turned out to be surprisingly good. The food tastes very authentic, just like local Thai flavors, and the decor really makes you feel like you’re in Thailand. I really liked this place and would definitely recommend it if you’re visiting BK. It’s right next to the Brooklyn Bridge, so the location is super convenient.

Elephant District in DUMBO is an absolute gem for Thai food! The atmosphere is fantastic, but the food is the real star of the show. We ordered a feast, and every single dish was a 10/10. The chicken steak was incredibly juicy, perfectly marinated, and cooked to absolute perfection—definitely a must-order. The Lobster Pad Thai is easily one of my favorite dishes here; the flavors are wonderfully balanced with that classic sweet and savory tamarind sauce, and the seafood tasted so fresh. We also got the crispy veggies, and they nailed the texture—so satisfyingly crunchy and crispy on the outside, yet wonderfully soft and warm on the inside. But the absolute showstopper of the night was the Soft Shell Crab Curry (their Khaosoi Pu Nim). The soft shell crab was perfectly fried, and the dry Northern curry it comes in is so aromatic, rich, and truly special. I cannot recommend this place enough if you are in Brooklyn!

May have been the best Thai restaurant we’ve been to. Will definitely come back. Our waitress City was very nice. Beautifully decorated restaurant too. Highly recommend to anyone. Had the Pad Thai, Seafood Curry, the mango chai tea. The Pad Thai noodles had the perfect texture and flavouring and came with two large prawns which complimented the noodles very well. The curry included some of the most juicy, well-cooked scallops we’ve ever had; not to mention the most delicious big soft shell crab. The mango chai iced tea was so well-balanced; flavourful but also not too sweet, and didn’t know mango could compliment chai so nicely.

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