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Tatler Asia - Authentic Royal Thai cuisine finds an unlikely home amidst the restaurant’s modern and refreshed décor
Opened in 1988, Thanying is one of Singapore’s longest-running Thai restaurants, and its longevity speaks to a level of consistency that few establishments can claim. The food is confidently executed and comforting rather than showy, with flavours that feel both familiar and well-considered.
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Vegetarians are especially spoilt for choice, with more than 30 meat-free dishes packed with the herbs, spices and punchy flavours Thai cuisine is known for.
Also new is Thanying’s Signature Vegetarian Set Menu ($48 per person, minimum two diners), a six-course feast showcasing the kitchen’s creative approach to vegetarian Thai cooking.
Honeycombers - Thai food in Singapore: Best restaurants for spicy, savoury and authentic flavours
Dine like royalty at one of Singapore’s longest-running Thai restaurants, Thanying Restaurant. The expanded menu features timeless Thai royalty favourites, innovative creations and value-worthy signature set menus. Vegetarians aren’t left out either. Choose from a sprawling selection of over 30 vegetarian dishes.
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During our visit, some standout appetisers included the Yam Som Oh ($20++), a refreshing pomelo salad with chicken, prawns, roasted coconut, chilli paste, and lime dressing. We also enjoyed the Peek Gai Sod Sai ($26++), a classic Thai snack featuring boneless chicken wings stuffed with minced chicken and Thai herbs.
Lifestyle Asia - Chinese New Year 2026: 15 best reunion dinner menus in Singapore
This Chinese New Year, Thanying’s head chef Tamawat Itthipornwithool (chef Gust) has dreamed up a Thai-Chinese-inspired festive set menus. Sets are made for sharing, with dishes complete with a Thai twist.
Tatler Asia - Chinese New Year 2026: the best yusheng platters for your festive gatherings in Singapore
Tantalise your tastebuds with something a little more unique as Amara Hotel’s Thai-Chinese restaurant Thanying introduces an exquisite royal Thai interpretation of the festive season that’s worth trying.
Hungry Go Where - Longstanding Thai restaurant Thanying unveils new creations, showcasing the finesse of royal Thai cooking
If you adore Thai food down to the very last basil leaf — but the options around Singapore are starting to feel the same — it’s time to revisit Thanying at Tanjong Pagar. Tucked inside Amara Hotel, Thanying has been a pioneer of Thai dining for nearly 40 years, with a special and refined focus on the country’s royal cuisine.
The Urban List - The Best Thai Restaurants In Singapore Right Now
Singapore’s grande dame of royal Thai cuisine has entered a new chapter and she’s looking fresher than ever. Thanying, a beloved institution since 1988, has unveiled an elegant menu refresh under the helm of Head Chef Tamawat Itthipornwithool (Chef Gust), marrying age-old court recipes with contemporary finesse.
In Chef Mode - A Royal Refresh: Thanying’s New Menu Brings Thai Tradition Into the Present
Thanying Restaurant, an icon of Thai fine dining in Singapore since 1988, has recently unveiled a refreshed menu under the guidance of Head Chef Gust. Staying true to its roots in royal Thai cuisine, the new dishes marry tradition with modern presentation—honouring the past while serving today’s discerning palates.