Thai for two?

Lovers, this is the Thai place you have been looking for. On the café-lined strip of rue Dupetit Thouars, Ya Lamai and its steamy windows will seem a warm change of scenery when the famous terrasses of the Northern Marais close up for winter. At this inviting cantine, with just a few tables, the service is familial and the food is gourmet, but definitely authentic. All the classics you know are there, like papaya salad, pad thai and mango with sticky rice, and traditional flavours of soy, lemongrass and coconut milk will remind you of that summer abroad…

Ya Lamai is also a Thai deli and market, where you can grab some take-out or finally pick up those ingredients you need to whip up the special curry you promised your cute French honey. You might not be able to resist staying, however, and cuddling up to your beau while getting inside from the cold. This little restaurant is all about the details, mixing interesting design elements and rustic touches. Aromatic jasmine flowers adorn the tables and stacks of bowls, plates and steam baskets line the walls, which give the place a certain romantic charm. Order the spicy beef salad and try some of the nice offerings from the tea menu. Perfect for a first date.

Text: Felix V

Location:
16, rue Dupetit Thouars
75003 Paris
01 83 56 55 00
metro: Temple
open monday to saturday from 12.30pm to 10.30pm

Ya Lamai

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