A few nights ago, my friend Venice and I were driving our way to his flat when we happen to see this Thai restaurant.
I stopped, lowered my windows and took a mental picture of the place and promised that I will try this restaurant. Well, last night my girlfriend and I were able to try it. We haven't had Thai food in a while after Sala Thai closed down a few months back so our excitement to have Thai dinner is a bit high.
Chariya has been serving Thai dishes for almost 8 months now.
I was surprised to know that the owners of Chariya are related to the owners of Som's Noodle house.
I haven't tried to eat at Som's yet but after I ate at Chariya, I already have an idea of what Som's has to offer.
We were able to try their Tom Yum Shrimp, Crispy Catfish Salad, Chicken Red Curry and the Cha Yen or the Thai iced tea.
The Tom Yum Shrimp is fine. They have 3 pieces of big, meaty shrimps. Though it has a little improvement to make. I find it too sour. They also should try to add a little coconut milk to the soup to make it not too watery.
Same goes for the Catfish Salad. It has a more soury taste and still lacks the sweet spicy taste that I think it should have. They can also try to add peanuts in the salad garnish.
About the their Red Curry, it's the best dish that we ordered together with the refreshing Thai Iced Tea. I find it delicious and perfect. Just the right hotness of the dried red chillies mixed with the curry. Perfect to be eaten with a cup of steamed rice.
Thai iced tea
Chariya Thai Kitchen is at 1776 N. Garcia (Reposo) St., Makati City
