Phraya Thai is the brainchild of Muhammad Shazwan (Wan) Bin Muhamad Shahril Tan’s family. Wan shares, “The concept here is more historical as we wanted to reflect the Chao Phraya river which flows through Bangkok.” The décor is simple with wooden tables and metal chairs. Adorning the walls are two large maps of Thailand. A few black and white pictures of the Chao Phraya River can be seen and there is even one of the late Thai king Bhumibol Adulyadej clad in a pa kao ma, eating a traditional Thai dish.
Wan’s family has travelled to Bangkok to come up with their menu. He says that they do quite a bit of research and development with the chefs to see what sort of dishes they can put up.
There are many delectable dishes that one can sample here, including the infamous pineapple fried rice that is served in a pineapple (RM18.90), Thai-style omelette (RM6.90), tom yum goong with prawns (RM9.90), Thai laksa with green curry chicken (RM12.90) and many more.