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    Dinner at Salathip Thai Restaurant & their Tom Yum Cocktail

    January 11, 2018 By Sara McCleary Updated August 6, 2019 - This post may contain affiliate links

    Salathip Thai Restaurant is a deliciously relaxing oasis in the grounds of the Shangri-La Bangkok. Plus they make the most interesting cocktail, the Tom Yum!

    Food is a key factor for any restaurant, that's why we go to them, to eat. But when you combine delicious food in an incredible setting, you know you are in for a delightful meal.

    Before trying any of Chef Sutthaporn’s dishes, Salathip had captivated me. The restaurant is set in the lush garden of the Shangri-La next to the Chao Phraya River. What makes it even more delightful is that the restaurant isn't just one building but a cluster of Thai style teak pavilions.

    Beautiful setting at Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok
    Riverside Dining Bangkok Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok
    Lush Gardens at Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok

    The combination of the pavilions, alfresco tables along the river and the garden gives Salathip a Thai village look and feel. Add to this umbrellas, a mass of orchids, fairy lights and Thai dancers, and you have a night to remember.

    If it is a fine evening, then make sure to book a table outside. It’s quite magical watching the hustle and bustle on Chao Phraya as you leisurely dine. The weather was very touch and go when we visited and the decision was made to dine in one of the pavilions.

    Riverside Dining Bangkok Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok
    Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok
    Thai Pavilions at Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok

    Thai Chef de Cuisine of Salathip is Sutthaporn Chulavachana. Chef Sutthaporn brings her roots and loves to Salathip’s menu. With over 30 years of experience in the kitchens of leading hotel chains she is enjoying being back in Thailand sharing the cuisine she loves.

    If you are familiar with Thai food, then you know it is fragrant, with elements of heat, sour and sweet. We were the “problem children” table for the evening. Throwing chef Sutthaporn a curly situation. Mac can’t eat food that is hot or acidic. Dum de dum…………

    May I add this isn’t because he doesn’t like it, he loves it. It is due to a postoperative medical condition.

    After Chef Sutthaporn weighed up the dietary issue in hand. Which is no mean feat as most Thai dishes are laden with sour or hot elements. With a plan of action on dishes put in place, we then all had a laugh about the situation.

    Tom Yum Cocktail at Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok

    Dietary restrictions aren't my issue and I decide to start the night with a kick, Salathip's Signature Cocktail, the Tom Yum. Smirnoff vodka infused with Tom Yum spices, coconut liqueur and fresh lime juice. Yes, the cocktail did have hints of Tom Yum soup, in the form of heat and savoury. On top of this was a good dose of tang from the fresh lime and a little sweetness. A very refreshing cocktail.

    MIEANG KA-NAR PLA TUB TIM Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok
    MIEANG KA-NAR PLA TUB TIM Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok

    We start with what is one of my most memorable dishes of the night, Mieang Ka-Nar Pla Tub Tim. A whole deep fried Red Tilapia with its flesh removed and cut into cubes. The fish pieces and the fish carcass are deep fried. The crunchy pieces of fish are placed back on the body for presentation.

    The fish is served with kale leaves and a selection of Thai condiments, finely diced lime, chili, toasted coconut, cashew nuts, shallot, hard tofu and sauce. The idea is that you take a little of everything and wrap it up in a kale leaf. Then it's all in your mouth in one go for a flavour explosion.

    THOONG TONG Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok

    Continuing with our starters is Thoong Tong. Deep fried Minced chicken and Shrimp/Prawn wrapped in a Chinese pancake.. Presented sitting on a bed of fried rice noodles with a lightly battered and fried kale leaf and a pretty purple flower.

    Entree Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok
    Mixed Entree Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok

    The last of our starters arrive and we are not disappointed, Khong Waang Ruam Mitr. A selection of some of my favourite Thai appetisers, Crispy Tartlets filled with Minced Shrimp, Fish Cakes and deep fried Spring Rolls. I happily swapped Mac a spring roll for his tartlet, they were sensational!

    Thai Dancer Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok
    Thai daning Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok

    Every evening Salathip presents live traditional and contemporary Thai classical dance performances. Different Thai dance troupes perform each evening, but there will be a nightly performance at 7.45pm and 9.15pm. Luckily the performance just happened to fall right between our entree and main course.

    YAM SOM-O Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok

    After a dance break, it was on to our mains. There was something with the Thai flavour notes that I love, sour and heat, Yam Ma-Kue Yaw Goong Pao Gub Kai Tom. Grilled Tiger Prawns with Eggplant and Hard Boiled Egg Salad

    PLA GAO Deep Fried Garupa Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok
    PLA GAO Deep Fried Garupa Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok

    Chef Sutthaporn specifically arranged Pla Gao with Sauce Ma- Kham for Mac. Deep fried Garupa with Tamarind Sauce, another of my favourite dishes of the evening. Perfect for those that love Thai food but can't handle the heat. The dish is packed with flavour without being overly sour or hot.

    NUEA YANG THAI DERM Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok

    A dish with a little more kick (via the sauce on the side) Nuea Yang Thai Derm. Australian striploin grilled Thai style and served with Chilli Sauce. The beef was tender and perfectly cooked, with a wonderful BBQ grilled note.

    KHAO PHAD SAP-PA-ROD Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok
    KHAO PHAD SAP-PA-ROD Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok

    I loved the presentation of Gaeng Phed Ped Yang Kub Ar-Noon. A flavourful Roasted Duck Red Curry with Grapes, Pineapple and Basil. I assured poor Mac that it was delightful.

    SALATHIP SWEET SAMPLER Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok
    SALATHIP SWEET SAMPLER Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok
    SALATHIP SWEET SAMPLER Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok

    I am generally not a big dessert person, but when it comes to Thai desserts it is a different story. Tub Tim Siam is so refreshing, Water Chestnut Rubies covered in nubs of ice and Coconut Milk. Sitting alongside this was my favourite Thai dessert, Sticky Rice and Mango. I always find the slightly salty coconut infused sticky rice a wonderful combination with ripe mangoes.

    SALATHIP SWEET SAMPLER Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok
    SALATHIP SWEET SAMPLER Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok

    Also ordered was the beautifully presented Salathip Sweet Sampler. There were an assortment of beautifuly crafted traditional sweets, Pandan Custard on Sticky Rice and two ice creams, Thai Tea and Tropical Fruit.

    SALATHIP SWEET SAMPLER Salathip Thai Restaurant Shangri-La Bangkok

    I was fascinated by the Ja Mongkut. Tiny handcrafted yellow sweets that look like a crown. Hand sculpted from a paste made of egg yolk, sugar and coconut milk. This sits on frosted melon seeds and thin pastry to make the crown.

    We had a most enjoyable night. Great food, wonderful entertainment and all set in a relaxing Thai Village setting by the river. The best part is we only had to waddle past the pool and to the elevator to get back to our room to collapse into a food coma.

    Sara xxx

    Must try dish: Deep fried red Tilapia with Kale Leaves & Thai Condiments
    Who should dine here: Perfect for special occasions or even a romantic night out.
    Who shouldn’t dine here: It really is a venue for everyone.
    What else you should know: Thai Dancing is every evening, 7.45pm & 9.15pm
    Price: Set menus start at THB 1,388, or from the menu THB 180-800
    BYO: No
    Bookings: Yes and advised
    Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 6.00pm - 10.30pm
    Contact details: Shangri-La Hotel, 89 Soi Wat Suan Plu Khwaeng Bang Rak, Khet Bang Rak, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10500, Thailand Tel +(66) 2 236 7777

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    1. terrigal hotel

      January 24, 2018 at 3:44 pm

      Wow, I can really tell that the food is great and I love the shots look classy and you can really unwind.

      Reply
    2. Liz

      January 17, 2018 at 12:12 am

      That looks like such a fun restaurant! The space is beautiful and the food sounds amazing!

      Reply
    3. Marie

      January 16, 2018 at 8:29 pm

      Sounds like you had a wonderful time! The restaurant looks lovely and the food looks and sounds amazing, especially all these desserts! 🙂

      Reply
    4. Adriana Lopez Martin

      January 16, 2018 at 6:28 pm

      What a cool experience! All look so authentic and elegant. I am a lover of godo Thai food so you have me mesmerized with all the options and then that Tom Yum cocktail cheers!

      Reply
    5. Natalie

      January 16, 2018 at 5:26 pm

      Looks and sounds like such a great night! The food looks delicious!

      Reply
    6. Brian Jones

      January 16, 2018 at 5:24 pm

      What a fab looking place, beautiful looking food too!

      Reply

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