If authenticity is what you're looking for, then River Thai is the place. As you step inside the first thing to greet you is the beaming smile of each of the Thai staff, who provide a welcome so warm, it feels as though you are visiting old friends. But the mouth-watering smells drifting in from the kitchen tell you that these old friends are also wonderful cooks. Whether you've reserved the private function room or not, the outstanding menu offers everything from succulent steamed mussels to fantastically fresh soups, and is sure to include your perfect dish. It is certainly worth trying one of their specials like the tantalising Talay Tong - a mixed seafood dish cooked with spicy curry sauce, served on a sizzling plate. With starters priced from £3.95 and mains from £5.50, the affordability of this menu belies its quality, meaning you'll have enough left over to enjoy a bottle of equally reasonable Thai wine
Open: Mon-Sat noon-3pm, 6pm-11pm