Kolae

Cuisine

Thai

Michelin

bib_gourmand

Price

££

Website

https://kolae.com

Description

The cuisine of southern Thailand provides the inspiration for this bustling restaurant in the equally bustling Borough Market. It’s an extremely popular place and rightly so, with attractive pricing, efficient service and downright delicious cooking. The menu lends itself to sharing and each dish is packed with flavour, including the terrific grilled mussel skewers and some lip-tingling curries. If you can’t decide, opt for the set menu to share – which is also available in a vegan form.

Review score

4.1

Review count

80

Review summary

Kolae in Sutton offers distinctive Southern Thai cuisine featuring innovative dishes like prawn heads, bamboo skewer chicken, and soft shell crab. Reviews highlight high food quality with rich flavors, accompanied by attentive service where staff expertly explain the menu. The atmosphere is described as warm and welcoming. However, opinions are divided; some guests find the shared small plates insufficient in portion size and overpriced, citing issues with meal pacing and excessive spice levels. While negative feedback focuses on value for money, the overall rating remains positive. It suits adventurous diners seeking unique Thai flavors, though those sensitive to portion sizes may find it unsatisfying.

Best for

Suitable for diners seeking unique Southern Thai flavors who enjoy sharing small plates.

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