Restaurant: Patara London
Where? Greek Street, Soho
What? Serving authentic fine Thai cuisine, Patara Greek Street is one of nine branches of the restaurant worldwide and one of four in London. There are also restaurants in Singapore, Geneva, Bangkok, Beijing and Vienna. Specialities range from lobster tails to black cod, and the restaurant's décor is sleek and stylish.
What's the crowd? Soho cool, it's the perfect spot for a Friday night date or birthday dinner.
We ate… The Tuna Tartare and Miang Guaytiew (paper rice rolls) to start, on the waiter's recommendation, both of which were delicious. The rice rolls were filled with crabmeat, prawns or spiced duck and set off perfectly with a tangy lime and chilli dipping sauce. The main course was a classic green chicken curry with sweet basil and steamed brown rice…absolutely flawless.
We drank… We kept it Thai with ice cold Chang beers all evening, the only fit accompaniment to a perfect green curry.
Don't forget to ask for… Recommendations. Yes, the pad thai's great, but try one of Patara's specialities for a real treat.
The perfect +1… A hot date or a group of pals.
-140 verdict… Seriously delicious Thai food in a classy Soho setting with excellent service. Perfect for a four course meal or a Chang beer and nibbles.
