Spitalfields, Thai Restaurant Guide

“Zingy, fiery” flavours (“so good we liked the food better than in Bangkok!”) inspire raves for this “funky Thai restaurant” near Spitalfields Market – “well worth searching out for its authentically spicy (too spicy for some, note) food”, and also “great for veggies and vegans (ingredients are so varied you can get your ‘30 plants a week’ all in one lunch!)”. After eight years, the team has opened a sibling, Kolae in Borough Market. Top Menu Tip – “stand-out whole deep-fried sea bass”.

“Authentic… fiery… zingy” – Ben Chapman’s Thai BBQ in a converted Shoreditch pub provides “creative dishes that are balanced, well-priced, and most importantly just bloody tasty!”. “Great drinks” too which help fuel the happy, crowded vibe. Top Menu Tips – Fish Sauce Chilli Wings and Tom Yum Mama, Sausage & Mussels.