A vibrant spread of Thai dishes plated for dinner near Times Square

Reservations

Book your table for dinner before Broadway, after the show, or a night out in Times Square.

Book a Table

Two easy ways
to reserve

Reserving at Elephant Ear is simple. Send us a reservation request using the form below and we'll confirm the details by phone or email — or call us directly for same-day tables and larger parties.

We're in the heart of the Theater District at 321 W 42nd St, steps from Times Square and the Broadway theaters. For pre-theater dinner, we suggest booking about 90 minutes before curtain so you can enjoy a full meal without the rush.

Book Online

Online booking

An online booking widget — such as OpenTable, Resy, or Tock — can be connected here for instant, real-time table reservations.

Online booking can be connected here. Until it's live, please use the reservation request form below or call us — we'll confirm your table right away.

Request a Table

Reservation request

Tell us when you'd like to join us and we'll take care of the rest.

This sends a reservation request — we'll confirm by phone or email. For same-day or large parties, please call (212) 757-1820.

Pre-Theater Timing

Book about 90 minutes
before curtain

Dining before a show works best with a little breathing room. Reserve roughly 90 minutes ahead and we'll pace each course so you can savor a full Thai dinner and still make your seats.

Theater Timing · No. 1
5:00 PM
A relaxed dinner before a 7:00 PM show.
Theater Timing · No. 2
5:30 PM
Ideal for 7:30 PM curtains.
Theater Timing · No. 3
6:00 PM
An efficient dinner before an 8:00 PM show.
Group Reservations

Dining with a group
or tour?

For larger parties, Broadway group nights, and tour groups, our Private Events team can arrange family-style Thai menus and a room that feels warm, polished, and made for sharing.

A platter of Thai curry dishes set out for a group to share
Good to Know

Reservation questions

How do I make a reservation?

Send a reservation request using the form on this page and we'll confirm the details by phone or email. You're also welcome to call us directly at (212) 757-1820. An online booking widget such as OpenTable, Resy, or Tock can be connected here in the future for instant reservations.

Do you take same-day reservations?

For same-day tables, the fastest way is to call us at (212) 757-1820 so we can check availability with you right away. The request form is best for booking ahead.

Can you accommodate large groups?

Yes. Larger parties, Broadway group nights, and tour groups are handled through our Private Events team — visit our Private Events page or call us to plan family-style menus for your group.

How early should I book before a show?

For pre-theater dinner, we suggest reserving about 90 minutes before curtain. That gives you time to enjoy a full Thai dinner at a comfortable pace and still arrive at your seats with time to spare.

Reserve

Make dinner part of the night

Call to confirm your table or browse the menu before you book — we'll see you on West 42nd Street.