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Som Saa
Northern Thai with chilli, herbs and proper aggression, Spitalfields
Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed May 2026
Spitalfields |
$$$ Upscale for Restaurant
| Mon–Wed 12:00–14:30, 17:45–22:00; Thu–Sat 12:00–14:30, 17:45–22:30; Sun 12:00–15:00, 17:00–21:00
| Last reviewed: May 2026 Andy Oliver came up through Lyle's and David Thompson's Nahm in Bangkok before opening Som Saa as a Climpson's Arch pop-up in 2014. The permanent restaurant on Commercial Street, raised by crowdfunding, opened in 2016, exposed brick, woks blasting at the back, no concession to Thai-restaurant convention. The menu reads like a Northern Thai market, laab tod, gaeng hung lay, deep-fried sea bass with three-flavour sauce. The chillies are not adjusted for British palates. The som tam is pounded to order. This is the Thai restaurant London chefs go to on their nights off.
Editor's Tip
The whole sea bass with three-flavour sauce is the menu's anchor, order it for the table. Mention any heat preferences honestly; the kitchen will not de-spice without instruction. Family-style ordering only, solo diners welcome at the bar.
At a Glance
- View
- London Skyline, Street Scene
Venue Personality
Romance 0
Energy 40
Exclusivity 60
View 75
Food 65
Value 87
Views & Setting
View Type
London Skyline, Street Scene
View Quality
Good
Indoor Terrace
Vibe
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Som Saa, reservations, hours, dress code, and price range.
Where is Som Saa?
Som Saa is located in Spitalfields, London, 43A Commercial Street, London E1 6BD.
What are the opening hours of Som Saa?
Som Saa is open Mon–Wed 12:00–14:30, 17:45–22:00; Thu–Sat 12:00–14:30, 17:45–22:30; Sun 12:00–15:00, 17:00–21:00.
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