Tajska restauracja Singburi w Londynie

Gentrified, but still delicious. Recently attended the new Songbiri in Shoreditch, and it’s not hiding the fact it’s been “east London-ified”. From the trendy staff to the cocktails and the wine selection. It’s by no means a bad thing, as there certainly is a market for it as long as the food delivers. The good news is, it does. Really packing a flavourful punch. We were even recommended to get someone off the menu after chatting with our waiter, a great option as it was so spicy and fragrant. Two possible pointers that I’ve knocked a star off for: I could see our food on the pass for quite a while before it was brought to us, so it wasn’t all as hot as I’d like. The other would be the lack of sauce with the prawn curry. For three people, we only really had a few spoons of sauce each, which was a little disappointing. Regardless, we’re looking forward to going back.

Five stars because I can’t add any more. I booked Singburi as a belated gift for my partner — it had been on our wish list for ages, and with all the reviews, I wanted to see what the hype was about. We timed our arrival carefully (the waitlist is famous for a reason!) and got there with plenty of time to spare. From the second we stepped inside, we were warmly welcomed and taken straight to our table. No fuss, no stress. The balance of front-of-house staff to tables was perfect — around four or five staff working the floor that evening — which meant we never felt neglected, but we also weren’t hovered over. A quick glance was enough for someone to appear, check in, and make sure we had what we needed. That attentiveness alone set the tone for the night. A special mention has to go to Amelia, who was, quite honestly, one of the most helpful and patient front-of-house staff we’ve ever encountered. She was calm, respectful, and incredibly knowledgeable, guiding us through the menu with genuine care. With a menu that’s intentionally stripped down to just the dish titles, there’s an air of intrigue — you’re never quite sure what flavours and textures will arrive at the table. For me, as a former chef (a curse in itself, because it raises your standards sky-high), that sense of surprise was exhilarating. We started with three small plates: lamb giblets, chicken thighs, and the dill sausage. Each dish was a revelation. The lamb giblets transported me straight back to family barbecues with my late father — smoky, rich, with a sauce that tied everything together beautifully. The chicken thighs were cooked to absolute perfection: immensely juicy, deeply flavoured, and utterly moreish. And the dill sausage? I’ll just say it took me completely by surprise — I won’t spoil the experience for you, but it’s a must-order. For mains, we went with the tiger prawn curry and the aubergine pah phet. Both were showstoppers, the kind of dishes that make you pause between bites just to appreciate what’s happening on the plate. They were emotional, new, different, joyful — food that makes you fall in love with eating all over again. The prices are decent too - on the dearer side, but for London, worth every pound. The kitchen itself was a joy to watch: no shouting, no arguments — just a well-oiled, perfectly in-sync team delivering incredible plates of food. I made sure to tell Amelia and the team how much we loved it, and they were genuinely grateful for the feedback. Will I dine here again? Without a doubt. If I’m looking to treat anyone, this will be the place. Singburi isn’t just dinner — it’s an experience, and one I’ll be coming back to again and again. By no means a paid review, simply a review worth reading.