Having opened its doors in October 2022, Nok Yung is tucked away in the popular dining and lifestyle hub Bamboo Hills. On its menu, you’ll find a selection of Thai favourites, namely its tom yum talay.

Aside from the signature heat and sourness, the real stars of this tom yum talay are the four sizeable prawns that come with each serving. Perfect alongside Nok Yung’s khai jeow poo (Thai omelette with crab meat) and its signature BBQ platter, this tom yum talay is a must-have to complete your meal here. 

Frequently seen with a line of people waiting for a table outside its doors, Kompassion is Damansara Kim’s resident Thai eatery. Kompassion’s menu details Thailand’s most loved dishes and some lesser known hits.

Amongst the stir-fries and salads is the restaurant's signature tom yum goong, which comes with a handful of succulent prawns and is made with a rich prawn broth. Well-balanced and aromatic, the soup is sure to awaken your senses and have you reaching for your Thai iced teas. 

Located in a popular row of shop lots in Sri Hartamas is Napa Thai, a neighbourhood favourite destination for true-to-cuisine Thai food. While dishes like its geang phed ped yang (smoked duck breast in red curry), nong kea toon prik geang (lamb shank with sweet and sour curry) and poo pad pong kari (jumbo crab and soft shell crab curry) might steal the show, don’t sleep on its tom yum selection. 

We love its tom yum talay prik pao naam khon, a creamy version of the tangy and spicy soup with squid and tiger prawns.

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For a no frills, casual, and flavour-forward Thai meal complete with a soulful tom yum soup, head to Jatujak Bangkok Street Food in Ara Damansara. You might find yourself waiting in line for a table on a busy night, but surely it’s a testament to its loyal following and noteworthy food that transports you onto the streets of the Thai capital. 

Its clear tom yum seafood soup is a winner in our eyes, packed to the brim with prawns, squid, and more. The fiery bowl of soup is also the perfect accompaniment to the menu’s other hits like Thai stewed pork leg, deep fried fish with lemongrass, and Thai omelette.

Those in the Kota Damansara can venture to Em Teerak for some of the best Thai and Vietnamese grub in town. Em Teerak doesn’t hold back on flavour and keeps its diners happy with a menu that includes both classics and unsung heroes of the cuisines. 

Its punchy and flavourful red tom yum seafood soup is the perfect companion to the other stars of the menu, including a dish called The Rough Sea & The Butcher, a duo of triple-braised pork belly and deep-fried barramundi served with a Vietnamese salad. 

Serving up some of the city’s best Thai boat noodles and other delectable street food delights, Little Rara Thai Noodle House got its start as a humble food stall. It gained popularity because of its mouthwatering tom yum talay noodles, which uses the perennial favourite Mama noodles as its carb.

The dish consists of a creamy tom yum broth, perfectly cooked Mama noodles, and fresh seafood like prawns and mussels. To top it all off, the noodles are served with raw egg yolks that boost the soup’s creaminess when mixed in.  

Another spot that focuses on the fiery street food of Thailand, Heng Dee by Nhom Thai is a casual Thai restaurant in Damansara Utama. Its version of Tom Yum Mama noodles is not to be missed and undoubtedly a star dish on its menu.

Packed with seafood and a ton of flavour, these noodles are served with homemade roast pork & meatballs, tiger prawns, squid, and crab meat in its rich and creamy base broth. On top of your Tom Yum Mama noodles, make sure to get an order of its signature kuey teow tom yum and kuey teow ped (duck kuey teow). 

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Nestled in Aman Suria, Pim’s & The Rama is a neighbourhood favourite, serving up hearty Thai classics that don't skimp on the spice. The star of the show here is its original tom yum hotpot, a fiery bowl of tang, heat, and flavour.

Take your pick with your soup’s fillings, ranging from fresh Thai pork meatballs and mushrooms to river prawns and soft shell crabs. Want to have your soup with some carbs? Go for its tom yum Mama noodles, sure to satiate any of your spicy cravings.

Brought to you by the team behind Baan26 is Niyom 26 located in the Tropicana Gardens Mall. Expect all your most-loved Thai dishes on its menu, such as Thai fish cakes, lime and chilli steamed sea bass, and its signature pad thai. 

Its spicy tom yum talay soup will surely steal the spotlight on your table with its bright hue and drool-worthy aromas. The creamy and clear versions of tom yum are on its menu, so you can feast on whatever you prefer. If you’re feeling fancy, go for the lobster tom yum for a taste of luxe. 

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