AngloThai

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  Joseph Guy

  ·1 month ago

  “Exceptional food and service. I eat at many fine dining establishments and was particularly impressed by my meal here. A pleasing combination of textures and flavours which complemented, rather than competed. Spicing was spot on, bold but caressing rather than punching. The pork main and “roti” dessert were particularly memorable. Service was friendly and informative without ever being intrusive. I look forward to returning!”

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  Alfons Allès-Montgomery

  ·2 months ago

  “I recently visited Anglothai, and it was such an enjoyable experience. What really drew me in was my curiosity about their unique approach to Thai cooking and flavours expressed through British ingredients. The moment I walked in, I noticed the good vibe; everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves, and the atmosphere was both lively and relaxed. The concept feels creative and modern, yet it doesn’t lose the intensity, aromatics, and spice that make Thai food so exciting. The service was friendly and attentive throughout my visit. Overall, it was a joyful experience, and I left feeling happy I stopped by. If you’re interested in trying something new with great service and a welcoming atmosphere, I’d definitely recommend checking this place out. We began with a seafood broth that had Thai basil, chilli, and lemongrass. It looked simple, but the aroma was intense and gave a great preview of the flavours ahead. The Carlingford oyster came with sunflower seed brittle and red chilli. It was huge and spicier than I expected. The crunch from the brittle worked really well with the oyster and added more texture than I thought it would.d. Next, we had fermented barley pork with shrimp paste and ginger. The flavour was much bigger than its small size suggested. It was deeply savoury, rich, and had a bit of funk, while the pickled ginger added just the right amount of acidity to balance it. The textures contrasted nicely too. The Cornish mussels with trombetta courgette and pea shoots were another highlight. The mussels were large and perfectly cooked, and the courgette was softer than I expected but paired really well with the broth. The broth itself was amazing rich, aromatic, and just the right amount of spicy. Then came the best dish of the night: veal cheek with five spice and hispi cabbage, served with ancient grains and a green apple salad, easily a 10 out of 10. The veal cheek was incredibly tender and topped with a glossy, delicious sauce, with squash purée on the side. Surprisingly, the salad that came with it almost stole the spotlight. Green apple, chilli, coriander, and crispy fried mushrooms made a great mix of sweet, tart, aromatic, spicy, and umami flavours. The mushrooms gave just the right crispy, savoury touch next to the fresh crunch of the apple. Using ancient grains instead of rice was a smart British twist. Altogether, it was outstanding. Anglothai handles spice really well. The food isn’t just hot for the sake of it. Instead, the heat builds slowly and shows up at the end of each bite. You taste the aromatics, sweetness, acidity, and savouriness first, and then the chilli comes in but never gets too strong. I had a ginger beer with the meal, and it was a perfect match. Before dessert, we had a course with strawberry, coconut, and pandan. The strawberry shaved ice with coconut milk was really refreshing, fruity, light, and just what I wanted after the rich and spicy dishes before. It was actually my favourite of the two desserts. The last dessert was made with Thai tea, buckwheat, and milk, including Thai tea ice cream and a buckwheat component. It was very good, but for me, the strawberry and pandan course was just unbeatable. The service was friendly and helpful the whole time, and the timing of each course was just right. Even with so many dishes, I left feeling satisfied but not overly full, which I really appreciate in a tasting menu. What stands out about Anglothai is that the British ingredient swaps don’t feel like tricks. Using sunflower seeds instead of peanuts, ancient grains instead of rice, and local British produce like Cornish mussels all fit naturally into the dishes. The food still tastes clearly inspired by Thailand, just made with ingredients from closer to home. The food was great, the concept was truly interesting, the staff were lovely, and the atmosphere was relaxed. I’d come back just for the veal cheek alone.”

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  Habib Al Mulla

  ·2 months ago

  “AngloThai, London, England. This one Michelin star restaurant is the creation of a husband and wife John and Desiree Chantarasak. The couple previously did a series of supper clubs and pop-ups. The restaurant supposedly blends Thai flavours with British ingredients creating a fusion style of cuisine. The offering is one tasting menu only. This is more convenient for the restaurant than the customers. Few dishes hit the mark particularly the dessert but most were just ok. Almost every dish had a similar taste. The spices and cooking techniques used have no resemblance to Thai cuisine. Having said that, AngloThai has clearly found an audience, being very busy even on a Tuesday evening. Service was polished and attentive although the intervals between the meals were long. Rating ⭐️⭐️⭐️ 3/5 Average PPP £ 158”

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  Jonathan Tobias

  ·2 months ago

  “One of the best meals I've ever had! The tasting menu is an explosion of flavours, and every course was exceptional. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable and genuinely make the whole experience feel special. I loved how everything is designed around the food and the overall experience, right down to Asian music in the restrooms, which was a really nice touch. Every detail has been carefully designed and thought through. I'll definitely be back.”

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  Emiliano Ridolfini

  ·3 months ago

  “Anglothai is an outstanding dining experience and fully deserves its Michelin star. What impressed me most was the extraordinary attention to every single dish. You can clearly feel the amount of research, refinement and craftsmanship behind each preparation. The Brixham crab with Exmoor caviar and Coconut Ash Cracker perfectly represents the chef's philosophy: technically impressive, visually stunning and beautifully balanced. Another memorable course was the welcome consommé, crystal clear, deeply flavorful and packed with umami. It prepared the palate with remarkable elegance. The smoked aubergine was also exceptional, one of the deepest and most memorable flavors of the entire meal. The duck breast was cooked flawlessly, although I personally found it closer to an outstanding international fine dining dish than to one with a strong Thai identity. This is perhaps my only real criticism: I was expecting a more pronounced Thai influence. Rather than a Michelin-starred Thai restaurant, I experienced an exceptional contemporary fine dining restaurant with Thai inspiration. It's a subtle but important distinction. Another minor point is the use of crunchy elements, which in a few dishes, such as the noodles, the tomato course and, to some extent, the final dessert, slightly overshadowed the other flavors. The only genuinely disappointing aspect was the counter where I was seated. It felt noticeably sticky to the touch, and in a restaurant of this caliber I would have expected it to be impeccably clean. This detail matters even more because the cutlery is placed directly on the counter throughout the meal. That said, the menu is remarkably coherent, the technical execution is outstanding, and the value for money is exceptional for London. A restaurant that is absolutely worth visiting, with a very distinctive culinary identity. Congratulations to the chef and the entire team.”

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  Michael S

  ·4 months ago

  “Wonderful selection of endless small olates - each prettier and more tasty than the last. Super friendly service and great (desert!) wines. Fun Thai-Rock on the lavatories. A real pleasure theoughout”

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  sebastien S

  ·4 months ago

  “What a great time and a fantastic dinner. From a friendly service to amazing dishes what a beautiful expérience. If you want to try something diferent this is the place. Great flavours , good rythm! Recommend highly. Thank you see you at my next visit in london”

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  Luna Zsigo

  ·6 months ago

  “Buzzing restaurant, fantastic staff, no heirs and graces, just friendly welcoming vibes, warm smiles and delicious exciting food. We ordered the set lunch and found every course utterly fascinating. Some quite spicy but I love spice! The six courses were served at the perfect pace which makes you feel incredibly welcome and relaxed. The meal had everything you look for in food of this quality. Spicy, sweet, Unami, pickled, crunchy, soft, chewy, sumptuous and an experience we won't forget. I highly recommend if you are an adventurous foodie and appreciate the time, thought and effort that's gone into this meal and the restaurant. Well done team, three very happy customers. Thank you Mark for making our visit a memorable experience, you went above and beyond to make our meal perfect.”

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  Anna Wollaston

  ·6 months ago

  “We had the lunch tasting menu at AngloThai for my birthday. From the moment we arrived, the staff were attentive, efficient and friendly, making us feel well looked after. A nice touch was the personalised birthday card on the table and each of the staff seemed to know that it was my birthday. I had the negroni with sapling gin, campari and nettle vermouth, which was delicious (even my husband who doesn't like them said so!). The food was amazing! The flavours were incredibl and each dish was beautifully presented and expertly introduced by the staff. My only niggle is that it would be nice to have some more affordably priced wines on the menu, with 'cheapest' bottles starting at around £45 it makes wine with food a bit of a luxury.”

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  Dean Wincott

  ·6 months ago

  “Had a lovely afternoon at AngloThai enjoying their well constructed tasting menu. The restaurant is well presented with a clean and airy decor, the staff are super friendly and ensure that you are well looked after. The tasting menu is the first Thai style we have eaten and thoroughly enjoyed the influences combined with British locally sourced produce. I particularly enjoyed the crab on crackers, the duck dish and orange dessert. We will definitely return.”

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