Tasty dishes in eclectic surroundings

Popular plate: The red curry with pineapple and pork strikes the perfect balance between sweet and spicy.

Noteworthy for: It may be a cutesy touch, but it'll take a lot for you not to smile at the side-orders of rice, which inexplicably come in the shape of a duck or a teddy bear.

Over the past few years, countless cool eateries have sprung up along Phra Athit, enticing a mainly Thai crowd through their doors. Joy Luck Club has been here for ages, though—it set the benchmark for all the other young upstarts in the area.

While the quirky surroundings won't be to everyone's taste, anyone with a love of honest Thai food will appreciate their curries, which are spiced according to your preference and are amongst some of the best in the city.