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Siam Brasserie
★ 4.0(1 review)Restaurant
family-runauthenticspicy
About the Vibe
Nestled on Lavender Hill, Siam Brasserie is the real deal for Thai food lovers who want bold, authentic flavors without the tourist trap vibe. Skip the generic curry houses and come here for their fiery Cashew Nut Stir-Fry with fresh basil and the aromatic Tom Yum Mushroom Soup that hits all the right sour-spicy notes. The family-run warmth from owner Nick and the staff makes you feel like you’ve stumbled onto a local secret rather than just another restaurant.
Known For
- •Pad Thai
- •Cashew Nut Stir-Fry
- •Tom Yum Mushroom Soup
- •fiery basil dishes
Best For
dinnerspice loversauthentic Thai experience
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 12, 2026
Authentic Thai with Real Heat
Siam Brasserie on Lavender Hill is exactly what you want from a Thai restaurant: bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and a genuine family-run atmosphere. The Pad Thai is perfectly balanced with that signature sweet-sour-tangy profile, but the real stars are the spicy stir-fries like the Cashew Nut with fresh chilies and holy basil—this dish screams authentic Thai street food. Even the Tom Yum Mushroom Soup hits the spot with its aromatic lemongrass and chili kick, without being overly coconut-heavy like so many places do.
The service feels personal, with owner Nick and the staff making you feel like you’re dining at a friend’s house. The ambiance is relaxed and slightly dark, but that just adds to the cozy, unpretentious vibe. It’s not fancy, but that’s the point—you’re here for the food, and the food delivers.