Thai cuisine has long captivated diners around the world with its vibrant balance of sweet, sour, salty and spicy flavours, fresh herbs, aromatic curries and rich street-food traditions. From the iconic Phad Thai and Tom Yum to regional specialities from northern and northeastern Thailand, the cuisine is celebrated for its depth, freshness and bold contrasts.
Bringing that culinary tradition to Hyderabad, Baan Phadthai, the acclaimed Bangkok restaurant that has featured on the Michelin Guide Bangkok’s Bib Gourmand list every year since 2018, has opened at Salarpuria Sattva Knowledge City in Hi-tech City, becoming the city’s first Michelin-recognised Thai restaurant.
Founded by entrepreneur Frédéric Meyer in Bangkok in 2016, Baan Phadthai has built its reputation around authentic Thai cooking and a focused menu rooted in traditional recipes.
Rather than offering an extensive menu, Baan Phadthai maintains a compact selection of around 25 dishes, allowing diners to explore carefully crafted regional flavours from across Thailand.
Some of the highlights include:
- Phad Thai – The restaurant’s signature dish made with premium rice noodles and an exclusive 18-ingredient sauce that balances sweet, tangy and umami flavours.
- Gai Tawt – Brined and fried chicken wings served with homemade sriracha and tamarind naam jim.
- Poh Pia Tawt – Crispy spring rolls filled with shiitake mushrooms and glass noodles.
- Satay – Char-grilled curry-marinated skewers paired with creamy peanut sauce and cucumber chilli relish.
- Tom Yum Kaichiau – A Bangkok-style jumbo lump crab omelette finished with kaffir lime and a rich tom yum reduction.
- Laab – A classic Esaan-style spicy and sour minced salad with mint and roasted rice powder.
Vegetarian diners are well catered for across the menu, while vegan fish sauce alternatives ensure traditional flavours remain accessible to a wider audience.
The Hyderabad restaurant also introduces eight dishes exclusive to the city.
Among the standouts are Yum Makuer, a smoky Thai eggplant salad tossed with herbs and chilli-lime dressing, and Gai Yang Vichianburi, an Esaan-style char-grilled chicken served with cucumber and coriander salad alongside a spicy coconut dressing.
The new Rice Sets feature dishes such as Makhur Phrik Pao, Gaeng Karee and Gaeng Phet, while Kram Plam Pad Nam Pla, a Chinatown-style stir-fried cabbage with bird’s eye chilli and crispy garlic, adds another layer of regional flavour to the menu.
Located at Gate No. 3, Ground Floor, Salarpuria Sattva Knowledge City, Baan Phadthai is open daily from 12 noon to 1 am, with an average meal for two priced at around Rs 2,000.
Signature mocktails include:
- Jeed Jaad – A savoury, tom yum-inspired drink with a sharp, umami edge
- Milo Dino – A nostalgic blend of milo, Thai tea spices and blueberry boba
- Som Tum – A playful take on the papaya salad, turned into a refreshing drink with raw papaya, herbs and chilli notes
- Cha Cha – A smooth mix of rooibos, coconut, kaffir lime and nutty undertones
- Prik Gleua – A tropical-fruit forward drink lifted with a chilli-salt rim for a sweet-spicy kick
Classic Thai favourites:
- Cha Yen – Traditional Thai milk tea, rich and creamy
- Cha Manao – Thai lime iced tea, light and citrusy
Visited, Tasted & Reviewed
The ambience of the newly launched Baan Phadthai at Sattva makes an immediate impression, starting with a hut-inspired entrance that sets the tone the moment you walk in. Set against the tech-heavy skyline of Hitech City, the 64-seater restaurant shifts the mood completely, with warm yellow lighting, wooden accents and a relaxed, laid-back feel that stands in sharp contrast to its surroundings.
I began the meal on a strong note with the Gai Yang Vichianburi, an Esaan-style char-grilled chicken served with cucumber and coriander salad, paired with a light spicy coconut dressing that added a subtle heat and creaminess without overpowering the dish. It is slow-grilled for around 30 minutes, giving the meat a juicy interior while the outside carries a distinct charred, smoky flavour, making it an excellent start to the meal.
One of the standout dishes I really liked was the Tom Yum Kaichiau, a Bangkok-style jumbo crab omelette finished with kaffir lime and a rich tom yum reduction. Topped with soft crab meat, it carried a balanced hit of heat, acidity and richness, and I enjoyed the flavours throughout, finishing almost the entire omelette as it was too good to leave behind.
To complement the meal, the Cha Cha mocktail offered a smooth, nutty blend of rooibos, coconut, peanut and citrus-spiced honey with kaffir lime. It worked well as a refreshing, palate-cleansing pairing between dishes.
Coming to the desserts, even though there are only two on the menu, I started with the I-Tim Kati, a smoked coconut gelato topped with fragrant pandan rice, crunchy peanuts and toasted rice crisps. It was more layered in contrast, moving between creamy, smoky, crunchy and nutty elements in each bite.
Later on came the Khanom Baitoey, a pandan-infused bread toast served with coconut ice cream on top. The warm, toasted base paired well with the cold ice cream, while the pandan added a simple aroma that gave it a homely, comforting feel.
With its Bib Gourmand-backed legacy, tightly curated menu and immersive Bangkok-inspired setting, Baan Phadthai feels authentic, straightforward and easy to enjoy, making it a strong addition to the city’s Thai dining scene.
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