SIGNATURE DISHES

BBQ pork skewers with sticky rice Deep-fried breaded bean curd Deep-fried chicken in pandanus leaf

SETTING: Huge windows afford a view of the Erawan shrine. The decor is a mix of quaint antiques and brightly coloured furniture.

FOOD: Despite calling itself a tearoom, this authentic Thai restaurant run by the Grand Hyatt Erawan offers a long list of local delicacies and desserts available in small and large servings. Crisp, deep-fried bean curd in breadcrumbs with sweet chilli tamarind sauce is a wholesome appetiser best followed by sour and spicy fare like steamed sea bass with chilli and lime sauce. Fried river prawns in rich, red curry will not disappoint as it reverberates with a spicy flavour and is absolutely fresh. The restaurant does have an afternoon tea set in beautiful antique silverware with some selections of local, fruit and imported teas, although the Thai appetisers that accompany it are the highlight.

WINE: List with moderate offerings, but diners can ask for more selections from the Grand Hyatt Erawan cellars.

SERVICE: Staff is not intrusive but pleasant and attentive while providing prompt service.

PRICE: The bill averages 1,500 baht for two without wines.