Muse – French
Muse captures the poetic essence of French fine dining, where candlelight flickers against polished stemware and every course unfolds like a carefully composed sonnet. The kitchen transforms traditional Gallic flavors into modern masterpieces, balancing the decadence of silken creams and slow-simmered reductions with a contemporary, artistic flair.
689 Washington Avenue, NY 11238 2025-12-04 https://musebklyn.comRating: 4.8/5 (1554 reviews)
Cuisine: French
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 12:30 PM - 9:30 PM
What diners are saying
Diners consistently praise Muse Thai as a "jewel box" destination, celebrating its gorgeous, teal-and-gold interior that feels perfect for both romantic date nights and family meals. Guests rave about the elevated yet comforting cuisine, highlighting standout dishes like the tangy roast pork with sticky rice, spicy Pad Ka Pow Beef, and fresh Branzino. The cocktail program is a major draw, with reviewers loving the Old Fashioned and refreshing mocktails. Service is frequently described as solicitous and efficient, with staff like "Beer" receiving specific shout-outs for their attentiveness.
Menu
Noodle
- Pad Thai: Rice noodle, egg, scallion, and ground peanut. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Se-Ew Noodle: Broad flat noodle, egg, broccoli and black sweet soy sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Drunken Noodle: Broad flat noodle, egg, basil, onion, bell pepper, string bean, and spicy chili paste sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Basil Noodle: Rice noodle, egg, basil, onion, bell pepper, string bean, tomato, and spicy chili paste sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Fried Rice
- Spicy Basil Fried Rice: Jasmine rice. onion, egg, basil, bell pepper, broccoli, spicy chili paste sauce. Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Pineapple Fried Rice: Jasmine rice, egg, scallion, onion, pineapple, and soy sauce.
- Street Fried Rice: Jasmine rice, egg, scallion, onion and soy sauce. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Spicy Basil Sauce: Basil, onion, bell pepper, string bean, and chili paste served with basil sauce.
Curry
- Green Curry: Artichoke, string bean, organic sweet pepper, fresh basil, coconut milk, and green curry paste. Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Red Curry: Artichoke, pumpkin, organic sweet pepper, fresh basil, and coconut milk. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Panang Curry: Pumpkin, string bean, organic sweet pepper, peanut, and coconut milk. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Muse Curry (Chef’s Curry): Homemade curry paste, fresh coconut milk, bok choy, and asparagus served with jasmine rice or steamed rice noodle. Mild spicy. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic
- Green Chili Avocado Sauce: Specially made green curry paste, mixed Thai herbs, fresh coconut milk, pineapple, and avocado served with jasmine rice. Dietary tags: Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian
Wok
- Mixed Vegetable Garlic Sauce: Broccoli, snow pea, cauliflower, yellow squash, onion, bok choy, Thai garlic soy sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Spicy Basil Sauce: Basil, onion, bell pepper, yellow squash, string bean, chili paste, and basil sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
- Eggplant Basil: Eggplant, basil, onion, string bean, sweet pepper, yellow squash, and chili basil sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline
- Tamarind Sauce: Chef's homemade tamarind sauce served with battered fried eggplant and yellow squash. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
Appetizers
- Pork Bun: Marinated grilled pork, green mix, pickle, and bun with sweet tamarind sauce.
- Duck Bun: Marinated grilled duck, green mix, pickle, and bun with sweet tamarind sauce.
- Shrimp Roll: Marinated shrimp wrapped in spring roll paper served with sweet sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Duck Roll: Spring mix, scallion, cucumber, and duck meat wrapped in Nan rice paper.
- Massaman Roll: Chicken, potato, massaman curry, and coconut milk wrapped in Nan rice paper. Dietary tags: Dairy-Free
- Crispy Calamari: Fried calamari served with sweet sesame peanut sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Rock Shrimp: Fried shrimps sprinkled with mango and green apple served with special chef sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Crispy Tofu: Crispy tofu served with sweet sesame peanut sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- BKK Wings: Chicken wings marinated with soy sauce served with sweet chili sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium
- Thom Wings: Chicken wings sprinkled with scallion and served with sweet sesame peanut sauce.
- VS. Wings: Served with 3 BKK Wings and 3 Thom Wings. Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
- Crispy Vegetable Roll: Cabbage, carrot, celery, glass noodle wrapped in spring roll paper. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Steamed Edamame Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Shrimp Popcorn: Crispy shrimp served with sweet chili sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Muse Roti: ( Choice of chicken, steamed tofu, or fried tofu ) Served with Roti. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
- Curry Puff: Minced chicken, potato, yellow curry powder, and onion. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Mock Duck Bun: Mock duck, mixed greens, pickle, and bun with sweet tamarind sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Macrobiotic
- Crispy Chicken Dumplings: Served with sweet chili sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, GERD-Friendly
- Steamed Chicken Dumplings: Served with sweet soy sauce. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Crispy Vegetable Dumplings: Served with sweet chili sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, GERD-Friendly
- Steamed Vegetable Dumplings: Served with sweet soy sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Peanut Dumplings: Sweet turnip, red onion, ground pea wrapped in fresh rice. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- BBQ Rib: Seasoned char-marinated with BBQ sauce.
- BBQ Pork: Marinated Thai style grilled pork. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal
Salad
- Organic Mixed Green Salad: Mixed greens, tomato, carrot, cucumber, and a choice of peanut or miso dressing. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- Papaya Salad: Fresh papaya, carrot, tomato, string bean, peanut, chili, and spicy sweet lime dressing. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Fresh Mango Salad: Fresh green mango, organic mixed green salad, red onion, scallion, cilantro sliced with spicy sweet lime dressing. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Avocado Salad: Avocado, organic mixed green salad, tomato, carrot, cucumber, and a choice of peanut dressing or ginger dressing. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
Soup
Choice of chicken, tofu, vegetable, shrimp, or calamari
- Tom Yum Soup: Mixed herb, mushroom, lime leaves in soup. Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline
- Tom Kha Soup: Mixed herb, coconut milk in soup. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb
Classic Thai Street Food
- Minced Chicken Basil: Ground chicken, basil, organic sweet pepper, and spicy chili paste sauce served with jasmine rice and egg.
- Crispy Pork Belly & Thai Roasted Pork Over Rice: Crispy marinated pork belly, marinated pork oven cooked, jasmine rice, seasoned boiled egg, gravy sauce, cucumber, scallion, served with pickled sweet & sour soy sauce.
- Crispy Pork Belly Basil Fried Rice: Marinated crispy pork belly, stir-fried jasmine rice with basil, spicy chili paste, egg, onion, organic sweet pepper, and string beans. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Alaska Fried Rice: Grilled salmon slices, homemade fried rice, steamed broccoli, snow pea, and yellow squash served with homemade sauce and teriyaki sauce. Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Grilled Pork & Sticky Rice: Marinated grilled pork, spring mixed, and sticky rice served with Thai spicy tamarind sauce.
- Pad Ka Pow Beef: Thai street food style organic beef basil beef crush, Thai basil sauce, fresh garlic, basil, fresh chili served with jasmine rice and fried egg. Thai spicy.
- Grilled Chicken Massaman Curry: Grilled marinated hen with massaman curry, savory massaman curry paste, steamed broccoli, served with jasmine rice. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory
- Crispy Duck Over Rice: Crispy boneless duck, steamed bok choy, steamed yellow squash, and jasmine rice served with homemade duck gravy sauce.
- Honolulu Fried Rice: Crispy shrimps, egg, scallion, onion, pineapple, soy sauce, and jasmine rice served with sweet chili sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Lava Chicken: Sautéed crispy chicken, homemade spicy sweet chili sauce, and steamed broccoli served with jasmine rice.
- Lava Shrimp: Sautéed crispy shrimp, homemade spicy sweet chili sauce, and steamed broccoli served with jasmine rice. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Lava Fish: Sautéed crispy fish fillet with wild cod, homemade spicy sweet chili sauce, and steamed broccoli served with jasmine rice. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Muse Noodle Bar
- Muse Bay: Homemade roasted pork, crispy belly, bok choy, steamed chicken dumpling, egg, noodle, garlic oil, scallion, cilantro, and chili powder. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Hot Spring Noodle Soup: Homemade roasted pork, steamed chicken dumpling, egg noodle, garlic oil, scallion, bok choy, and cilantro. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Duck Noodle Soup: Rice noodle, chicken broth, boneless duck, bok choy, garlic oil, and scallion.
- 4 Wheel Drive: A spicy tom yum soup with sliced chicken, minced chicken, egg noodles, ground peanuts, scallion, cilantro, and seasoned boiled egg.
- Small Island “Khao Soy”: Chicken wings drumettes in a Northern Thai inspired yellow curry paste with coconut cream, egg noodles, red onion, scallion, bok choy, and cilantro garnished with crispy noodle. Dietary tags: Dairy-Free
- Chicken Noodle Soup: Chicken broth, rice noodles, scallion, onion, and cilantro. Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
Pho
- Muse Pho: Twelve hours simmered meat broth with your choice of sliced chicken breast or sliced brisket beef, rice noodles, scallion, onion, and cilantro.
Ramen
- Tonkotsu Ramen: Creamy pork broth from pork bone marrow and fat cooked for hours, scallion, seaweed, seasoned boiled egg, and egg noodle. Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Shoyu Ramen: Light chicken broth with a shoyu soy sauce base, nori (seaweed), scallion, seasoned boiled egg, and egg noodle.
Sides
- Jasmine Rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Sticky Rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Sweet Sticky Rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Sautéed Bok Choy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sautéed Broccoli Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Calamari Sauce
- Plum Sauce
- Sweet Chili Sauce
- Extra Egg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Roti Bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
Beverages
- Soda
- Bottled Water
- Sparkling Water
- Thai Iced Tea
- Thai Iced Coffee Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Pineapple Juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Apple Juice
- Cranberry Juice
- Ginger Beer
- Fresh Lemonade
- Strawberry Lemonade
Desserts
- Sweet Coconut Sticky Rice with Mango Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Creamy Custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Green Tea Ice Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Coconut Ice Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about Muse
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Reviewers recommend Muse for family meals, featuring extensive options like vegan Jasmine Rice, gluten-free Muse Pho, and high-protein Small Island Khao Soy.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Chicken Noodle Soup and Muse Pho are gluten-free and high-protein, while Jasmine and Sticky Rice are vegan and gluten-free.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers praise the teal-and-gold interior, solicitous service, roast pork with sticky rice, Pad Ka Pow Beef, Branzino, and the cocktail program.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Muse has earned an overall average rating of 4.8/5 based on the feedback provided in the restaurant's review summary.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Rated 4.8/5, Muse offers budget-friendly ($) elevated cuisine and a standout cocktail program, distinguishing it as a premier "jewel box" destination.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include tangy roast pork with sticky rice, spicy Pad Ka Pow Beef, fresh Branzino, and the Muse Curry.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Muse offers a "jewel box" atmosphere with a gorgeous teal-and-gold interior, perfect for both romantic date nights and family meals.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- Diners describe the restaurant as perfect for family meals, praising the elevated yet comforting cuisine and 4.8/5 rating.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- The restaurant has a website at https://musebklyn.com, though the provided information does not explicitly mention online ordering.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- Information regarding the hours of operation for Muse is not included in the provided restaurant data.
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