Of the constantly growing number of excellent Thai restaurants around the world, they are never quite as good as the original ones back home.It is the accessibility to the right ingredients and fierce competition; any establishment not up to par will quickly lose its reputation and diners.It is a Darwinian exercise, “survival of the yummiest,” so to speak.

While some might see the romance in a bustling, crowded atmosphere with crowded tables and children running around playing, all the choices here have a more traditional feeling of romance, where couples can enjoy each other’s company in a pleasant atmosphere while dining on dishes that are deeply respectful to the culinary traditions of Thailand.