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| - Soontorn is hands-down my favorite restaurant in Oakville. If I still lived there, I'd probably go every weekend. It's in a great location, in Town Square near the Green Bean, so if you're walking around downtown and haven't tried it out yet, I highly recommend it.
First of all, I absolutely love the atmosphere. To get in, you open a huge wooden door that looks like it belongs on a castle, and then feel your way though a large velvet curtain. Once you step through to the other side, it feels like you're miles away from downtown. It's dark and romantic, with silky curtains hanging from the ceiling illuminated by shafts of light, banquettes covered in satin cushions, and soft music. There are also large, low tables with piles of cushions to sit on if you come in a group. You have to check out the bathrooms, too. They're just really cool.
The other reason I adore this place is obviously the food. I've never tried anything here that I didn't love. My favorites are always the Pad Thai (the best I've ever had) and the Tamarind Shrimp (one of my top 10 dishes ever). It's definitely pricey - you will pay a few dollars more than anywhere else for almost all their dishes, but I swear it's worth it. The portions are also not as large as you may get elsewhere, but I've always left satisfied.
The Bahn Thai in Burlington is owned by the same people, but the menu is different and the atmosphere is more casual. Even if you haven't had great experiences there, I still highly recommend you give Soontorn a chance.
Oh, and for the Nintendo fans...something about this place always reminds me of Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. I think it's a combination of the lighting, the music, and the cushions shaped like Triforces. Seriously.
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