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Plaza Khao Gaeng Borough Yards

โ˜… 4.8 (1,207)$$ ยท Mid-range

Khao Gaeng specialises in Southern Thai curries served canteen-style over rice, and reviewers are quick to point out that the food's visual simplicity undersells just how fantastic it tastes โ€” bold, punchy flavours without pretension. Staff get consistent praise for warmth even when the restaurant is clearly busy, and the Borough Yards location has become popular enough that this branch fills a gap when the original Tottenham Court Road spot is unavailable. At 4.8 stars and mid-range pricing, it's an easy, satisfying choice for a quick but genuinely excellent lunch or dinner. It suits solo diners and small groups equally well.

โœจ Reasons to go

  • 1Specialises in Southern Thai curries served canteen-style over rice, a format distinct from typical Thai restaurant menus
  • 2This Borough Yards branch acts as an overflow location for the original Tottenham Court Road site
  • 3Reviewers who've eaten street food in Thailand describe the flavours as an authentic match

๐Ÿ’ก Good to know

  • 1Booking is recommended but walk-ins are common given the casual format
  • 2order a curry over rice as the core experience rather than sides alone
  • 3go for lunch if you want a quicker, less crowded visit

โฑ๏ธ Typical visit

1h

๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ Best time

lunchtime, afternoon, early evening, evening or late night

๐Ÿšถ Walking intensity

Easy pace

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Address

Arch 207, 18 Stoney St, London SE1 9AD, UKGoogleApple
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Booking

Booking recommended

What people say

"Everything was amazing. Iโ€™d previously been to the Tottenham Court Road one but they were renovating, so I booked this one. The staff was super and warm from the moment we arrived. I loved how they explained the menu and marked the level of spiciness next to each dish. The food was delicious, the flavours were just incredible. I had friends from France over and it blew their mind. Thanks for the great experience, it was awesome"

โ€” Mickael Pieters