Ugly Baby Finds New Direction

Ugly Baby, a renowned Thai restaurant in Brooklyn's Carroll Gardens, is closing by the end of the month. Opened in 2017 by chef Sirichai Sreparplarn, the restaurant gained acclaim for its authentic and spicy Thai dishes, becoming a significant player in New York's culinary scene. The closure is due to Sreparplarn's need for a break, with plans to work on a cookbook. Despite its popularity and influence in promoting regional Thai cuisine, the restaurant will shut its doors, leaving a lasting impact on the city's dining landscape.