Harden's survey result
Summary
“Amazing and quirky Thai-inspired dishes” hit the spot at this Highbury 10-year-old from Sebby Holmes, a former Begging Bowl and Smoking Goat chef (“I’ve never tasted more exciting cuisine!”). “Service is spot-on – as it needs to be to navigate the menu”. Any downsides? – It’s “noisy”.
Summary
“Original and cleverly spiced new-wave Thai food” graces the “unusual menu” at this former pop-up in Highbury from chef Sebby Holmes – “brace yourself for a decent walk afterwards if you’re tempted to eat rather too much of the very delectable food”. Top Tip – “the cleverly done make-at-home range is almost as good as the restaurant”.
Summary
“Super spicy (in a good way) cooking”, “really interesting dishes” and “roti to die for” keep aficionados of new-wave Thai cuisine coming back to Sebby Holmes’s Highbury venue – originally a pop-up, but now firmly established after eight years on the scene.
Summary
“Brilliant Thai food” (“some of the best I’ve had outside Thailand, and properly spicy too”) has won a loyal following for Sebby Holmes’s former pop-up in Highbury. The menu has switched from tasting-only to offer à la carte, but the cooking is as uncompromising as ever. Top Tip – “the cook-at-home range sold in their ‘larder’ is great too”.
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72 Highbury Park, London, N5 2XE
Restaurant details
Farang Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Lunch with service cost £65 for 2"
"Feels local and relaxed but the Thai food is of a very high standard, beautifully presented and non-standard dishes. A culinary treat and a great place to celebrate a birthday. Few vegan options though"
Prices
| Wine per bottle | £38.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £0.00 |
| Service | 12.50% |
72 Highbury Park, London, N5 2XE
Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | CLOSED |
| Wednesday | 5 pm‑9 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 5 pm‑9 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 5 pm‑9 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 5 pm‑9 pm |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
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