916 8th Ave. Even so, Red Garlic is an obvious hit with the theatergoing set. But during our stay, the place slowly comes back to life. It's easy to see why patrons feel at ease dining here.
Waiters are responsive, yet willing to bide some time.
Red Garlic used to be called Siam Inn. A sister restaurant, the Siam Inn Too, is just two blocks away. Actually there's much more than seafood going on here, chicken, duck, steak, frogs legs, noodles, soups and salads, for instance. The presentation is pretty. A white plate decorated with colorful triangles holds tender steamed spring rolls filled with scallops, bean curd and sprouts and a tangy tamarind sauce accompaniment.