(17 Beak Street in London, United Kingdom)

Benja restaurant in London’s historic and thriving Carnaby district welcomes you royally to three fl...oors of exquisite royal Thai cuisine. The elegant, up-to-the-minute décor incorporates the five polychrome theme colours using works of Thai art, natural materials, and contemporary luxe details. The lower ground houses the chic Naga bar, while ground and first are reserved for enjoying a menu prepared by ML Kwantip, whose family provided chefs for Thai royalty for generations. Don’t miss the choo-chee curry with roasted duck and seedless grapes or the grilled lamb wrapped in cha-plu leaves. Trad Thai puds like pumpkin custard and black sticky rice pudding with taro jam complete your meal. The cool, serene Benja provides a cultured oasis in the capital. Opening hours: Mon - Sat 6pm - 10:30pmSun Closed Benja is the first Thai restaurant to be awarded a Bib Gourmand Award by Michelin. [moreless]

(43-45 Rue de la Roquette in Paris, France)

If you've been fortunate enough to have visited the Blue Elephant in London, you'll be equally delig...hted by your meal at the Blue Elephant in Paris. Near the Opera in the happening Bastille area, the dining room is a haven of peace and tranquillity, with a forest of trees, a waterfall, Thai artifacts and orchids everywhere. Ingredients are flown in from Thailand for authentic preparation of royal Thai cuisine. Everything is good. Try starter of som tam, shredded green papaya with lemon dressing and dried shrimps, main course of lamb in massaman curry, and dessert of one of the fresh fruit concoctions. Gentle, smiling service. Upon arrival, please inform the restaurant that your booking was made via toptable.Please be aware that on Saturday evenings there are 2 sitting times - 8pm and 9:30pm. A fee of 25€ per person will be charged for a cancellation within 24 hours or for a no show Opening hours: Mon - Fri 12pm - 2:30pm & 7pm - 12am Sat 7pm - 12amSun 12am - 3pm & 7pm - 11pm [moreless]

(1120 Chaussée de Waterloo in Brussels, Belgium)

Blue Elephant Thai restaurant just south of Brussels City was the first of the celebrated group that... may eventually take over the world -- to general applause. This is a chic Thai fantasy, an Eden of exotic flora to take you far from the busy metropolis outside. During the day the stunningly-appointed dining room is naturally lit from the skylight above, while in the evening candles and lamps take over. It is lushly decorated with exotic plants, beautiful orchids, Buddhas, Thai woodwork, comfy bamboo chairs, and smiling Thai-costumed waitstaff. On arrival, please inform the restaurant that your booking was made via toptable. Opening hours: Mon - Fri 12pm - 2:30 pm & 7pm - 10.30pm Sat 7pm - 11:30pm Sun 12pm - 2:30 pm & 7pm - 11.30pm [moreless]

(4 - 6 Fulham Broadway, Fulham in London, United Kingdom)

toptable Dining Awards 2007 - Runner-up: Most Popular category Step into the Blue Elephant in Fulham... Broadway, and step into a delight for all the senses. In through a lush tropical jungle entrance and across a small bridge over a picturesque lily pond lies one of London’s most romantic Thai restaurants. A parade of classic Thai favourites is on offer, as well as healthy 600 calorie menus and traditional herbal medicinal menus. Blue Elephant is also home to one of the Capital’s most lavish Sunday lunches, complete with face painting and entertainment for the kids. Take note, parking in the area is difficult, and you are advised to use public transportation. Blue Elephant is certified halal. Please note: On Sunday's the only menu available is the Brunch Menu served as a buffet. There are 2 sittings 12pm & 2.30pmBlue Elephant have two sittings on a Friday and Saturday 7pm and 9:30pm they are for 2 and half hours only.A credit card is required to reserve a table, if there is availability - this is simply to secure your booking, absolutely no money will be charged to the card except in the case of late cancellations. A fee of £15 per person will be charged for a cancellation within 24 hours or a no show. Opening hours: Mon - Thu 12pm - 2:30pm & 7pm - MidnightFri 12pm - 2:30pm & 6:30pm - MidnightSat 12pm - 2:30pm & 6pm - MidnightSun 12pm - 3pm & 6:30pm - 10:30pm Robbie Williams and Bill Gates are big fans, and the Blue Elephant has won several awards. [moreless]

(22 Waterfront Walk in Birmingham, United Kingdom)

Kinnaree makes the most of its prime spot in Birmingham’s Holiday Wharf building, the long glass, gr...ound floor frontage framing the canalside views rather beautifully. A lot of care has clearly gone into decorating the large, peaceful dining space, at the centre of which is an elegant Thai longboat. All hundred+ ‘home-cooking’-style dishes are served in generous portions on ornate gold-effect bowl by considerate, attractively-dressed Thai staff. Bestsellers include chicken satay, and spare ribs, grilled then steamed until tender. Please note Kinnaree Thai Restaurant is located behind The Mailbox.Please note that diners booking at lunch time will only be offered the a la carte menu. Opening hours: Mon - Sun 12pm - 3pm & 6pm - 11pm Kinnaree is revered mythological Thai figure, half woman, half swan. [moreless]

(58 Stoke Newington Church Street in London, United Kingdom)

Lemongrass restaurant in Stoke Newington’s most vibrant street is a stylish, upmarket purveyor of Th...ai cuisine both traditional and modern. The urban chic décor is a soothing blend of natural wood with azure blue and creamy yellow. There’s sleek modern seating and lighting and a very cool chrome snack bar/cocktail bar area. Head Chef Team Wantavee, not only offers your beloved regular curries and soups, but has also created intriguing new dishes like special Lemongrass lobster with thick curry sauce. Lemongrass’ wine list is skillfully chosen to match the Thai flavours and the set menus are a steal. Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 12pm - 3pm & 6pm - 11pm Sun: 12pm - 11pm Head Chef Team Wantawee was named 2007 Chef of the Year in the Hackney Gazette's Food and Drink Awards 2007. [moreless]

(10 Copthall Avenue in London, United Kingdom)

This idea behind the design and ambience of this City restaurant is to transport diners from the gre...y streets of London to an exotic Thai island. Nakhon Thai has unfinished wooden floors and a bamboo canopied bar area. Ferns and palms abound. Lighting is subdued and the overall look with its natural tones and materials is cool and relaxed - the perfect island getaway in which to enjoy authentic Thai food. Opening hours: Mon - Fri 12pm - 3pm and 6pm - 10pm The name of the restaurant comes from the province of Nahkon Sawan. [moreless]

(Waterfront Studios, 1 Dock Road in London, United Kingdom)

Glass walls give uninterrupted views of Royal Victoria Dock while potted plants and beautiful artefa...cts liberally placed around Nakhon Thai’s two open-plan floors hint at an exoticism mirrored in the fantastic food. The oasis spreads outside on to the waterfront where you can relax in the fresh air surrounded by mini palm trees and pretend the Thames Gateway is really the South China Sea. On Fridays and Saturdays nights, live music and candlelight create a rather romantic atmosphere. A vast menu details authentic and original dishes from all over Thailand. The talking point, it’s worth knowing, is the lobster curry - made fresh every day. Other bestsellers include pad thai, green chicken curry and mussaman lamb. Delicious! Please note - this restaurant does not take bookings for tables larger than 4 diners. Opening hours: Mon - Fri 12pm - 4pm and 6pm - 11pmSat 1pm - 3pm and 6pm - 11pmSun 1pm - 4pm and 6pm - 11pm [moreless]

(27-28 St Annes Court in London, United Kingdom)

This cosy branch of the popular Thai Square chain does exactly what it says on the tin. A forever-bu...sy Thai restaurant on a small street connecting Wardour and Dean Streets, it's more often than not packed with jolly crowd too busy chatting, eating and having a good time to care much about the rather basic décor. A consistently good menu is based on an affordable assembly of pan-fried dishes, curries and reliable noodle dishes such as pad Thai and a particularly tasty gang mussamun (with potatoes and peanuts). Highlights of a strong veggie selection include a sweet n' satisfying toa hoo pad khing (pan fried bean curd). Service is genuinely friendly. Top choice for a quick good value bite. Please be aware that bookings for Friday and Saturday have a turnaround time of 2 hours. Opening hours: Mon - Sat 12pm - 3pm & 6pm - 11:30pm [moreless]

(7 Oozells Square, Brindley Place in Birmingham, United Kingdom)

Perfectly sited in Brindley Place, Thai Edge is a smart, very modern restaurant, with white decor an...d masses of flowers which are flown in from Thailand, as is much of the decor. You will receive a warm greeting - which is part of what makes this spot a favourite among the mixed, trendy clientele, from students to professionals. What's cooking? Dishes are beautifully served and you'll find all your favourites on the menu, like three types of satay, Thai fish cakes with cucumber salad sauce, spring rolls, spicy minced prawn on toast, and chicken galanga, specialities like steamed seabass with spicy and sour sauce and tamarind sauce, stir-fried beef, chicken or seafood with fresh chilli, lemon grass, basil and pineapple. Of course, there are pad thai and a plethora of noodle and rice dishes. Four set menus. This is one place you'll return to again and again. Please note - on Friday and Saturday evenings this restaurant has 2 sitting times, 7pm and 9:30pm.The last sitting for Saturday lunch is at 1:30pm as all guests must depart by 2:30pm. Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 12pm - 2:30pm & 5:30pm - 11pmFri & Sat: 12pm - 2:30pm & 5:30pm - 11:30pmSun: 12pm - 3pm & 6pm - 10pm [moreless]