RAITAKRAI in Kensington and Chelsea

This is now a vegan restaurant. They converted 18 months ago. So be prepared. mock beef, pork, fish and duck. I think I was just shocked my favorite, that I've been coming to in years, near a tube station restaurant converted. The food, I didn't know what to order, the familiar comfort food menu is gone, vegan beer, all fine, service as great as ever. It's akin to the shock of hearing one of your best mates is now beginning transitioning. Just, the relationship has somehow changed.

Nice little place that is different to the usual London restaurant nowadays. Papaya Tree feels more homely, more real, where warm owners invite you into their small dining room to share a piece of Thai culture. I tried the pad kaprow and it was OK. Of course it isn’t going to taste like in Bangkok. They use normal basil and not Thai basil, and their use of chili is different, but it’s expected in London. It was still decent. The lunch special is also good value for money considering the location. I’d definitely return to try their Som tam, Massaman and Thai iced tea.

The best thai restaurant in the UK!!! The foods are really good and the owner is very friendly. I found this from Xiaohongshu. It’s really delicious and not misleading at all! Come and eat!

El anfitrión afirmó que todo estaba reservado y fue una espera de 1 hora. Mi esposo se sentó durante 30 minutos con 3 niños afuera en la fría espera. Cuando llegué vi una mesa que estaba vacía cuando llegó mi marido. El anfitrión afirmó que era gratis por solo 45 minutos. Le pregunté si esa era la mesa que le prometió a mi esposo en 1 hora, le preguntó a quién y olvidó por completo que los dejó esperando afuera. Luego insistió en que no podíamos comer en 45 minutos. Luego vino una señora, dijo algo en tailandés y él le dio a ella y a otras 2 personas la misma mesa que necesitaba estar vacía en 45 minutos sin una pregunta. Otra señora y una amiga salieron de la calle, debatieron si querían comer allí, entraron y se sentaron. Esto es terrible para un restaurante londinense. Si no tienes intención de sentar a la gente no mientas. Di que eres racista y sigue adelante. Lo respetaría más. Al menos sabes quién eres.

The food was really good! The staff are so kind and friendly, and the service is exceptional. When we asked to take group pictures, she took so many different angles for us too. Thank you!