The windows were also papered over, but we did see several contractors inside the space between Fourth Street and Fifth Street, so it seemed to be a genuine renovation, not a stealth shutdown.
Soon enough, Community Board 3 notices arrived — a new Thai restaurant is in the works here called Nounou Noodle bar.
The applicants are on this month's CB3 SLA docket, though they've already received administrative approval based on their method of operation (beer-wine, early close, etc.).
Here's more about what to expect via the Nounou website:
At Nounou, every bowl starts with care and craft. Our noodles are made in-house each day—rolled, cut, and shaped by hand—because we believe they should be as fresh and full of character as the city we serve. Chef Kim Chaimongkolchai brings his Thai roots and years of kitchen experience to the table.Growing up in Thailand, bold flavors left a lasting mark on him. Later, in New York at the Institute of Culinary Education, he sharpened his skills in both Asian and Western cooking. With more than a decade in the industry, Chef Kim now blends tradition with creativity, giving noodles a playful modern twist.
Chef Kim has most recently worked at Plue Thai Kitchen on Lexington Avenue in East Harlem.
We liked The Sabieng Thai, which opened in the fall of 2016... taking over from Spice. (Another Thai spot, Pukk, was here until 2015.)
