Laburnum Thai Restaurant

There are two distinct spaces that make up Laburnum Thai Restaurant. Inside the second story of its expansive Gongti  complex sits the bar and its accompanying tables, lit under streams of blue lights. But then, if you follow the rays of natural light, you find the terrace, which is equal parts intimate and scenic. The outside seating overlooks Gongti Xilu, and is perfect for dining in nice weather.

Throughout the inside and the outside are plenty of flourishes to remind you that you are, in fact, eating a nice restaurant. But enough about looks. Laburnum serves bomb Thai food, ranging from the obligatory (and delicious) curries to traditional minced meats and fresh seafood. The restaurants’ dish-cography maintains a remarkable quality for how varied it is.

Speaking of variety, a similarly large range of drinks are on standby. Laburnum pulls its beer selection from Legend Beer right next door, and wine and spirit offerings aren’t any worse for it.

Gongti may not be where you think to go for Thai, but Laburnum is looking to change that.

Tue-Sun 7pm-11pm, West Gate of Workers’ Stadium, Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang 朝阳区工体西路工人体育场西门  (6652 9999)