# Gai Chicken & Rice > Small indoor space creates a loud, cramped atmosphere with limited seating and hot conditions. The place draws a crowded, fast-paced vibe when busy, focusing on authentic Thai chicken and rice dishes with flavorful, tender chicken and distinctive sauces. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/Gai-Chicken-Rice - Address: 158 E 45th St, New York, New York, United States - Hours: Thursday: 11:00 AM - 11:45 PM Friday: 11:00 AM - 11:45 PM Saturday: 12:00 PM - 08:45 PM Sunday: 12:00 PM - 08:45 PM Monday: 11:00 AM - 11:45 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 11:45 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 11:45 PM - Phone: +19176756642 - Website: https://gainyc.com/gaichickenrice45st?utm_source=google - Google rating: 4.3 (309 reviews) ## What it is good for - Lunch Spot — 8.9/10 - Food — 8.4/10 - Takeout — 8.3/10 - Fried Chicken — 7.9/10 - Delivery — 6.7/10 - Chicken Tenders — 6/10 ## What people say - "The food here is delicious and tastes like homemade." - "I found the spicy fried chicken bowl to be so good." - "It's a solid lunch spot with great deals." ## Good to know - You should order ahead via the Toast Tab app to get rewards. - The online ordering system is super efficient. - The Midtown location is often too crowded, leading to long wait times. - They charge extra for sauce. - The cost of 2 servings is 25 USD. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.