Dee Thai restaurant is ever so tasteful darling. I was taken there for a birthday treat and the first thought that struck me was spookily estate agentesque : major curb appeal!! The interior does'nt disappoint either, it is the epitome of elegance with cream, blue and sea green walls, dark mahogany furniture and mood lighting.
Staff wear traditional Thai garb which looks lovely and they just cannot do enough for you. On entering we were led to the small bar area where we had a 10 minute wait despite booking.
Now for the food. It is TOO DIE FOR!! Great portions and it is not simply your classic Thai fare. The chicken satay starter was presented with an exquisite salad and peanut dip, then we moved onto the mains. I tucked into the scallops padnam prik prao and would recommend this dish to seafood enthusiasts anytime! It had a subtle chilli sauce and the portion size far exceeded the typically sad-looking three scallops on a plate. Hubby had a dish called weeping tiger which was basically sizzling steak in a spicy sauce; hotter than your usual Thai.
I still crammed in the fresh fruit platter for dessert and Dee Thai do a really good coffee- not your usual Costa fare.
I adored the food but this was an expensive treat and my main thought was "glad i'm not paying". It cost in excess of £70 for the two of us but I think what pushed the price up was the cost of the side orders. Stir fried veg was £7.50 and beansprouts were £5.50.
I guess the prices are reflective of the affluent area it is situated in but I think the Early evening offer of £9.90 for 2 courses and rice would be better value. Weekend booking is essential as Dee Thai is a popular venue. It also opens for lunch weekdays from 12-2.30pm and on weekends from 2-5pm.
Great for a splurge and not your usual Saturday night grub. Loved it.