Nok Yung Serves Up Authentic Thai Fare With a Modern Spin

Nok Yung's dishes pack a hearty punch of flavours

Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of city life is Nok Yung, located in the idyllic dining haven that is Bamboo Hills, Kuala Lumpur’s newest dining enclave. One of eleven eateries located in the hub, the restaurant opened its doors to the public at the end of October 2022 and is just a 20 minute drive from the city.

One can’t help but feel relaxed at the establishment, with hospitality at the forefront of operations. Paving the pathway approaching the eatery are streams of water flowing over pebbles, lush greenery, and an arched wooden bridge, giving a breath of fresh air from common industrial architecture.

Above Nok Yung's interior

Translating into peacock in Thai, Nok Yung reflects the elegance of the bird through its decor and complex dishes. Illuminated by warm lighting, a combination of dark and wooden furnishings provide a contrast to the vibrant plants that are housed within the interior, giving the restaurant a modern yet cosy feel.

Diners can opt to sit outdoors and enjoy the gentle breeze and calming streams of water while tucking in to contemporary Thai fare.

Above Chef Somsak Polsit

Above Chef Ponsit Inpang

At the helm of the establishment are chefs Ponsit Inpang and Somsak Polsit, who each bring years of experience in Thai gastronomy to Nok Yung. With only the freshest ingredients being used, the two seasoned chefs translate the high-quality produce into powerful dishes.

“I aim to elevate flavours while keeping our dishes authentically Thai,” explains Inpang, when discussing the concept of the establishment. Polsit adds: “I love sharing my knowledge of Thai food, and am excited to deliver the best Thai food to a new space.”

Photo 1 of 3 Thai chicken wings

Photo 2 of 3 Green curry

Photo 3 of 3 Mango salad

Begin with a selection of starters, which include the Thai chicken wings, Peek Gai Tod Gluea. Light and crisp, each bite packs a punch of flavours. Not to be missed also is the Tod Mum Goong, an aromatic deep fried tiger-prawn cake.

Then with a side of fragrant rice, enjoy the rich curries and one of the restaurant’s signature dishes—the Gaeng Khiao Waan Gai, a green curry with chicken. The gravy is luxuriously creamy, infused with a plethora of herbs and spices.

Photo 1 of 2 Thai-style omelette

Photo 2 of 2 Tom Yum Talay

Meanwhile, the Poo Paht Pong Karee sees glossy morsels of delicate crab meat coated in a luscious yellow curry. Another notable crustacean-forward dish is the Thai-style omelette, crisp to the knife, with glistening bites of crab meat sprinkled throughout.

Spices play on the palate with sips of the savoury Tom Yum Talay, a Thai hot and sour seafood soup. Fragrant and piquant, the powerful broth is fittingly served in an impressive golden pot.

While new to the scene, Nok Yung is sure to dazzle upon a visit, with a charming approach to dining, relaxing interior and impressive Thai dishes.

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For authentic Thai fare with a modern spin, look no further than Nok Yung