London Speedboat Bar | McDonaldโs Taro Pineapple Pie Is Here ๐
Reuniting with university friends is always such a joy! Iโve noticed that friendships from outside London universities seem to last longer. Leeds Graduates ๐ In contrast, friends from London universities rarely stay in touch after graduation... This time, we gathered at a restaurant recommended by a friend. The ambiance is fantastic! It retains the vibe of a Thai snack shop while being clean and comfortable. Thereโs even a bar + pool table upstairs ๐ฑ, making it the perfect spot for a get-together with friends! ๐ฝ๏ธ Tom Yam Mama: ๐๐๐๐๐ This dish is packed with seafood, huge chunks of crispy roast pork, and lots of cilantro ๐ฟ (let the waiter know if youโre not a fan). Itโs served on top of Mama-brand instant noodles ๐ with a fried egg ๐ฅ on top. The flavor is a unique blend of Korean army stew and Tom Yum soup ๐คฃ, but the creaminess balances the sourness, making it spicy and super appetizing! Minced Beef with Holy Basil: ๐๐๐ A classic Thai dish of minced beef stir-fried with holy basil, topped with a fried egg. Itโs really good ๐๐ป, but itโs quite salty and spicy ๐ถ๏ธ. Make sure to pair it with a bowl of white rice to cut the saltiness! Beef Tongue & Tendon: ๐๐๐๐ This curry is so unique! The beef tongue and tendon are thick and tender, melting in your mouth. The meat is soaked in the rich, flavorful curry sauce. Highly recommended! Stir-fried Morning Glory: ๐๐๐๐ Classic garlic stir-fried water spinach. Itโs nothing groundbreaking, but itโs always one of my favorites. Pineapple Pie with Taro Ice Cream: ๐๐๐๐๐ I absolutely love this dessert! For some reason, it reminds me of McDonaldโs in my home country. The pastry crust is identical to McDonaldโs pineapple pie, filled with chunks of pineapple ๐ and topped with a scoop of taro ice cream ๐. The sweet and tangy combination is just perfect! ๐ฏ The restaurantโs style reminds me of that Thai restaurant on the second floor of Tottenham Court Road, similar to Thai Tapas. Since each dish is small, the three of us ordered four dishes, two bowls of rice, and a dessert, and it was just right! Perfect for small gatherings or those who want to try a variety of flavors! ๐ฐ Average Spend: ยฃ35-40 #100RestaurantChallenge #LondonEats #LondonLife #LondonFoodie #HiddenGem #ThaiCuisine #SpeedboatBar #UKFoodie