Sabai Thai

I was fortunate to be invited to @sabai_thai_brighton in Brighton, which has just been awarded the prestigious Thai SELECT certification-an international recognition from the Royal Thai Government celebrating restaurants that serve truly authentic Thai cuisine. With only six UK restaurants receiving this honour, it’s a remarkable achievement for this family-run favourite, which has been welcoming guests for over 12 years with comforting Thai classics, a warm atmosphere, and genuine hospitality.

From the moment you step inside, the restaurant immediately transports you to Thailand with its inviting and authentic feel. The extensive menu offers an impressive variety of Thai favourites. We began with the Sabai Hors D’Oeuvre – a beautifully presented platter of spicy sausage, dumplings, satay chicken, and BBQ pork, served with homemade peanut and sweet chilli sauces. It was the perfect start to our meal.

For mains, we chose some of my all time favourites: a fragrant Panang Curry, a fresh and zesty Som Tum Salad, and a classic Pad Thai. Each dish was bursting with flavour and reminded me of my travels through Asia – simple, authentic, and absolutely delicious. To finish, we indulged in Mango Sticky Rice and the standout Deep Fried Ice Cream. The latter was a delightful surprise-a playful mix of textures with a crisp exterior and creamy centre, and something I’d happily return for again.

Overall, it’s easy to see why Sabai Thai Elephant earned the Thai SELECT award. Their no frills, authentic dishes offer a genuine taste of Thailand right in the heart of Brighton. Congratulations to the team on such a well deserved achievement! #ThaiSELECT @awc_gram @thaikitchenoftheworlduk

I was invited to try this one. As always, all opinions are my own.