Thai Nakonlanna — Restaurant in Brisbane City

Tasty Thai food and split billing makes this place a great choice for groups, and that was how our family found ourselves joining a bunch of church friends for a Sunday lunch in January.

They had an off menu special of chicken rice which I thought was a little steep at $19.50, but regretted passing on that when I saw other orders come out - it was a sizeable portion that some struggled to finish / had enough leftovers for another meal. Next time.

Went with some basic selections of spring rolls, fried rice, and wifey's standing Thai eatery order of pad Thai. I didn't read the menu carefully enough so didn't realise that the fried rice could be enhanced with optional flavouring (choice of tomyam, samble, pineapple & curry powder, green curry, basil and shrimp paste). Having it "plain" is still good, but I'll make sure to try one of the flavour options in future - a pair of more seasoned customers beside us went with the shrimp paste option which wifey confirmed was different to ours.

Wouldn't particularly get the spring rolls again, which I felt was the weakest link in the meal. But they mostly served to help encourage the boy to eat the rest of his meal so there was a strategy behind their inclusion.

Our order: no.2 vegetarian spring roll (menu said 4pc but we received 6), $7.50 no.25 fried rice with beef, $14 - cooked with shallot and onion, top with cucumber and lime no.28 pad thai noodle with chicken, $14 - thin rice noodle fried with dried shrimp, tofu, bean sprouts, garlic chive, ground peanuts with a secret tamarind sauce

We were also quite impressed that the waiter (owner?) took our whole group's order without writing anything down - don't see that sort of...

I recently dined at Thai Nakonlanna in St Lucia, and I'm still raving about the incredible flavors and dishes I enjoyed! Two standout dishes that left me craving more were the Lamb Shank Curry and the Pad Thai Noodle.

The Lamb Shank Curry was cooked to perfection - the lamb was tender, falling-off-the-bone, and infused with a rich, creamy sauce that was both spicy and slightly sweet. The flavors were deep and complex, with a beautiful balance of Thai spices and herbs. It was love at first bite!

The Pad Thai Noodle was another highlight - stir-fried to perfection, with a delightful balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors. The noodles were cooked just right, with a lovely texture and a generous serving of shrimp, tofu, and peanuts. The dish was fresh, vibrant, and utterly delicious!

The service was attentive and friendly, and the atmosphere was cozy and intimate. The prices were reasonable, and the portions were generous.

In short, Thai Nakonlanna is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic and delicious Thai cuisine in St Lucia. Don't miss out on the Lamb Shank Curry and Pad Thai Noodle - they're absolute winners!

Recommendations:

Order the Lamb Shank Curry and Pad Thai Noodle - you won't regret it! Ask your server for spice level adjustments to suit your taste.

Rating Breakdown:

Food Quality: 5/5 Flavor: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 Value: 5/5

Will I...

This was our favourite local joint for years - we came here so often they almost knew our exact order, and they were always very friendly. Over the years it started getting busier, and the service became less frequent, meaning it took a long time to order and get food because they never put on enough staff, but we still appreciated the student special and it being ‘our Thai place’. We went here last week for a post-graduation ceremony meal to celebrate and it was, hands down, the worst dining experience I have ever had. The staff were all extremely rude and reluctant - it took us almost an hour to get our order in, and even then we had to chase someone down. It then took over half an hour to get our appetisers, which were cold, and then when the mains finally came out they were lukewarm at best. Dessert was another over half an hour wait - we actually almost got up and left because it seemed they’d entirely forgotten about us and started packing up. Over 2hrs later we left - the staff had made us feel like we had totally inconvenienced them by being there, and we felt despondent, disappointment, very cranky, and like we’d been there forever for a very subpar meal. It was absolutely awful. Never, ever...