Thai Saim on Glasgow’s Argyle Street in the West End is the city’s only five star Thai restaurant and has become a firm favourite among the discerning public, a fact clearly illustrated by the opening of an equally fabulous sister venture in Paisley’s St. James Street. In its exemplary Glasgow incarnation, Thai Siam customers can sample genuine Thai dishes in a chilled atmosphere, with friendly staff keen to offer advice and recommendations to diners unaccustomed to eastern cuisine. As the only fully Thai staffed restaurant in Glasgow, they are well placed to do so. The venue is tastefully decorated, with traditional Thai embellishments and low ambient lighting creating a tranquil vibe for customers to sample the exquisitely prepared meals. The chefs are five-star rated in their native country, guaranteeing customers a unique, authentic taste of Thai cuisine. For starters, the Poh Pia Gai is a popular delicacy, chicken spring rolls with bamboo and special chilli paste, while mains include the sumptuous Goong Tammarine; Tiger king prawns deep-fried in batter served on a sizzling platter with special tamarind sauce. There’s a wealth of traditional Thai offerings available on the extensive A La carte menu, including soups & salads, curries, stir fries and seafood; or if you’re eating in company, the impressive Banquet menu may appeal. And of course, the dishes are freshly prepared with no added MSG. Conveniently close to the SECC, Thai Siam also offers a well priced pre-theatre menu to help make any occasion that little bit more special. There’s a wide choice of Thai beers to complement your meal, as well as a carefully selected wine list. A fantastic take-away service is available for diners who wish to sample the heavenly Eastern dishes in the comfort of their own home. For more information log on to their excellent website.