Somtum Der – Thai
The air hums with the rhythmic thud of the mortar and pestle as this vibrant eatery transports diners to the heart of Northeastern Thailand through its bold, unapologetic flavors. Zesty papaya salads take center stage, balancing the fiery heat of bird’s eye chilies with the tang of lime and savory depth of fermented fish sauce, while crispy tamarind-glazed wings and sun-dried pork offer a satisfying, smoky crunch. It is a lively celebration of Isan soul food where every bite delivers a punchy, multi-layered explosion of spice and texture.
380 Van Brunt Street, New York, New York 11231 https://somtumdernewyork.com/redhook/homeRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Thai
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests rave about the excellent appetizers and beautiful presentation, noting that the starters consistently set a high bar for a satisfying dining experience. Celebrated for its cozy atmosphere, the space provides an inviting backdrop where diners appreciate the efficient and helpful service from an attentive staff. Reviewers highlight the well-guided menu recommendations and warm environment, making it a standout choice for those seeking a reliable and pleasant meal.
Menu
Somtum
- Tum Thai Kai Kem - $16: Peanuts, long bean, cherry tomato, lime, dried shrimp, salted duck egg Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tum Suo Der - $16: Dried pork skin, rice vermicelli, bean sprouts, cherry tomato, lime, long bean, dried chili, fermented fish (pla-ra) dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tum Poo + Plara - $17: Spicy papaya salad with field crab, long bean, cherry tomato, lime, Thai eggplants, fermented fish (pla-ra) dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tum Mango with Crispy Salmon - $27: Green mango, crispy pulled salmon, peanuts, onions, cilantro, chili-lime dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tum Kor Moo Yang - $16: Spicy papaya salad with grilled pork neck, chili, long bean, cherry tomato, lime Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tum Thai - $15: Peanuts, long bean, cherry tomato, lime, dried shrimp Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tum Mangsavirat - $15: Spicy vegetarian papaya salad with peanuts, long bean, cherry tomato, lime, soy sauce dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Small Bites
- Hed Swan - $15: Crispy caramelized mushroom, dried chilis, kaffir lime leaf Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tamarind Chicken Wings (6 pc) - $16: Crispy chili-garlic, kaffir lime leaf, dried chilis Available at: dinner, lunch
- Moo Dad Deow - $14: Sun-dried pork with sriracha dip Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nur Dad Diew - $15: Sun-dried beef with sriracha dip Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sai Krok Isan - $15: Isan-style fermented pork & rice sausage, peanuts, fresh chili, lime, ginger, cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Isan Summer Roll - $15: Rice paper, tofu, vermicelli, mango, carrot, dill, culantro, avocado, spicy mayo sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sa Poak Kai Tod Der - $16: Der’s signature fried chicken thigh with ‘nam jim jaew’ spicy dip Available at: dinner, lunch
- Por Pia Larb Moo - $15: Spicy pork spring rolls with homemade mayo dip Available at: dinner, lunch
- Larb Tod - $18: Fried donut-shaped pork larb, chili, red onion, coriander, peanut, lime Available at: dinner, lunch
Grilled
- Grilled Pork Skewers - $20: Grilled pork skewers glazed with coconut milk, served with coconut vermicelli, 'nam jim jaew' spicy dip Dietary tags: Dairy-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Beef Skewers - $22: Grilled beef skewers glazed with coconut milk, served with coconut vermicelli, 'nam jim jaew' spicy dip Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pla Meuk Yang - $32: Grilled marinated cuttlefish, spicy garlic-chili sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kor Moo Yang Jim Jaew - $24: Grilled pork neck with Der-style’s chili dipping sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Moo Rong Hai Der + Khao Ji - $21: Grilled marinated pork with coconut sticky rice skewers, ‘nam jim jaew’ spicy dip Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nue Rong Hai Der + Khao Ji - $23: Grilled marinated beef with coconut sticky rice skewers, ‘nam jim jaew’ spicy dip Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup
- Tom Klong Pla Yang - $24: Spicy herbal fish soup, grilled fish, mushroom, smoked lemongrass, galangal, lime leaf, tamarind juice, cilantro, dried chili Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Juice-Cleanse Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gaeng Om Gai - $20: Isan-style spicy chicken herbal soup with Thai eggplants, roasted rice grain, red onion, dill, lemongrass, fermented fish sauce, cabbage Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tom Yum Goong (Creamy) - $24: Spicy lemongrass soup with shrimp and mushroom, lemongrass, galanga, lime leaf, chili, milk Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gaeng Hed Isan Deun Dong - $19: Mixed mushrooms, lemongrass, yanang leaf extract, pumpkin, sweet basil, fermented fish sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tom Saab Kradook On - $20: Spicy pork cartilage soup with mushroom, basil, galangal, lemongrass, lime leaf, chili, coriander Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
Larb/Spicy Salad
- Larb Ped - $26: Minced duck salad with shallots, scallions, cilantro, fried duck skin, roasted rice grain Available at: dinner, lunch
- Larb Moo - $17: Spicy minced pork salad, shallots, scallions, cilantro, mint, roasted rice grain Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Larb Pla Yang - $19: Grilled minced tilapia salad with roasted rice grain, shallots, galangal, scallions, cilantro, mint, puffed rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Goong Chae Nam Pla - $22: Thai-style spicy prawn sashimi Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tub Waan - $16: Spicy medium rare pork liver salad, shallots, scallions, cilantro, roasted rice grain Available at: dinner, lunch
- Larb Hed Kao Kua - $17: Spicy minced mushroom salad, shallots, scallions, cilantro, mint, roasted rice grain Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yum Crispy Leaf Fish - $19: Crispy leaf fish salad, spicy herb dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nam Tok Moo - $17: Grilled pork spicy salad, chili, lime, roasted rice grain Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nam Tok Nur - $19: Grilled beef spicy salad, chili, lime, roasted rice grain Available at: dinner, lunch
Rice & Noodles
- Khao Pad (Chicken/Pork/Vegetable) - $18: Fried rice with eggs, carrots, scallions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Pad (Shrimp) - $19: Fried rice with shrimp, eggs, carrots, scallions Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Pad (Beef) - $20: Fried rice with beef, eggs, carrots, scallions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Pad (Crab Meat) - $26: Fried rice with crab meat, eggs, carrots, scallions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Pad Kra Prao (Chicken/Pork/Vegetable) - $18: Spicy basil fried rice, egg sunny side up Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Pad Nam Prik Pao Pla Sa Lid - $20: Spicy chili paste fried rice with crispy leaf fish, salted egg Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Fried Rice - $18: Fried rice with an assortment of mushrooms Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Signature Pad Thai (Chicken/Pork/Vegetable) - $20: Spicy rice noodles, eggs, chives, bean sprouts Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chef's Signature Wok-fried Seafood Suki - $24: Wok-fried rice vermicelli with shrimp, calamari, mushrooms, vegetables, chef's signature suki sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Isan Stir-Fried Rice Noodles - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jasmine Rice - $3 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boiled Rice Noodles - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Sticky Rice (White) - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Sticky Rice (Red) - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice Vermicelli - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Ji (3 pc) - $9: Grilled coconut sticky rice skewers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Iced grass jelly float - $10: Lightly sweet grass jelly with soft saved ice, topped with chilled milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Taro Pearls in Coconut Milk - $10: Soft taro pearls served in warm creamy coconut milk (Bua Loy) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Lectin-Free
- Thai Tea Panna Cotta - $10: Silky panna cotta infused with Thai tea, topped with milk. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Beverages
- Soda - $3: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, ginger ale, seltzer
- Thai Herbal Drink - $5: Lemongrass, Roselle, Longan, Lemon Tea, Thai Tea, or Black Coffee Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Lemongrass Martini - $14: Infused lemongrass vodka, lemongrass juice, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Mekhong Punch - $15: Mekhong, crème de menthe, lime juice, pineapple juice, grenadine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Singha Beer - $8
- House Wine Glass - $11: Selection of Red, White, or Rosé
Frequently Asked Questions about Somtum Der
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto, and dairy-free diets with dishes like Tum Mangsavirat, Tum Suo Der, and Tum Kor Moo Yang.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- Families can enjoy the cozy atmosphere and helpful service, though the menu features bold, spicy Isan flavors and zesty salads.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features over 15 Isan-style dishes, including various papaya salads, grilled meats, and extensive options for 36 different dietary preferences.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews mention no specific concerns, instead praising the excellent appetizers, beautiful presentation, cozy atmosphere, and efficient, helpful service.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking authentic Isan soul food in a cozy, lively atmosphere with excellent appetizers and attentive service would most enjoy this restaurant.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include Tum Thai Kai Kem, Tum Mango with Crispy Salmon, Tamarind Chicken Wings, and various traditional Isan papaya salads.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain the specific number of reviews for Somtum Der.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Somtum Der is a moderate-priced ($$) Thai restaurant that offers a variety of authentic Isan soul food dishes.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With a moderate price level ($$) and a 4.0/5 rating, guests find value in the excellent appetizers and beautiful presentation.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Somtum Der by visiting their official website at https://somtumdernewyork.com/redhook/home for more information.
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