Food Discovery｜Ama Siam: A Charming Family Eatery in Paris

Tucked away on Rue de Belleville, you'll find two neighboring Thai restaurants: on the right, the 40-year-old Lao Siam, and on the left, Ama Siam, opened by the next generation of the same family. 🏡✨ Originally planning to visit the old establishment, I accidentally wandered into Ama Siam—and discovered a different version of "home-style cooking." Ama Siam keeps it simple, with a two-page menu: one side features appetizers, the other offers rice, noodles, and soups. No fancy gimmicks—just honest, comforting dishes that feel made for regulars. 📜🍜 ✨ Must-Try Dishes: 🍗 "KFC" (Fried Chicken): Juicy, flavorful, and perfectly crispy—clearly marinated for hours, just like a family recipe passed down through generations. Imagine kids gathered around the table, enjoying mom's homemade fried chicken. 🧑‍🍳💛 🍚 Khao Man Kaï: A Thai-style Hainanese chicken rice with tender poached chicken and dry rice noodles—lighter and more layered than traditional versions. The savory-sweet sauce ties it all together. 🌶️🍚 🥘 Moo Pralo: A braised pork rice with Taiwanese influences—five-spice-marinated pork (a bit fatty but rich in flavor) topped with a runny egg. Comfort in a bowl! 🥢🍳 Ama Siam doesn’t chase trends or claim "authenticity"—it simply serves food steeped in family history, blending Laotian, Vietnamese, and Chinese influences. Every dish feels like a warm hug from someone’s childhood kitchen. 🥰🍲 💰 Price: Around €20 per person—great for a solo lunch in a cozy, welcoming setting. After this meal, I’m even more curious about Lao Siam next door—perhaps the difference between generations’ tastes lies in this left-and-right contrast. 🤔➡️ Taste is subjective—go experience it yourself! #France #Paris #ParisLife #ParisFood #HiddenGems #ThaiFood #AuthenticEats #FoodieAdventure #TravelEats #LocalFlavors