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| Modern Twist to Authentic Thai Taste at Greyhound Cafe |
My knowledge in Thai cuisine isn't extensive but one thing very noticeable is the balance of salty, sweet, sour, and spicy flavors in a refreshing way. My recent dining experience at Greyhound Cafe gave me a whole new perspective on Thai food -- that there's more to savor than the traditional pad thai or tom yum, and that it can be expressed in a modern way while being true to the core.
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| Greyhound Cafe SM Aura - first branch in Philippines |
Greyhound Cafe landed in the Philippines straight from Thailand earlier this year (February 2022) with its first branch in SM Aura, Taguig City. More branches are expected to open in the coming months with SM Mall of Asia and The Podium as the next targeted spots.
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| Bangkok vibe is high! |
Stepping into the restaurant is a feast to the eyes especially for fashion lovers, with its mix of chic, vibrant, and industrial interior. There are elements that seemed to be contrasting but are unexpectedly pleasing. Bangkok vibe is high on this one!
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| trendy interior |
Corrugated panels, drop lights, wall art, steel gates, a mix and match of stylish tables and chairs. The ambiance of this place prepares the customers on what to expect from the food to be served -- creative, trendy, not traditional.
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| friends, flirt, fun, food, fashion |
Together with my son Rhyme, we ready our palate of an elevated experience of Thai cuisine with a modern touch. Here's a quick video:
Greyhound Famous Fried Chicken Wings (Php390)
Crispy single-bone wings marinated in Thai fish sauce, fried 'til golden. A special recipe from one of our friends' family that we grew with
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| Greyhound Famous Fried Chicken Wings |
Greyhound Famous Fried Chicken Wings may look skinny and plain but wait until you take a bite before you judge. It is surprisingly full on flavor and crispy that it instantly became my son's favorite. Hard to resist not to have another piece.. and another... and another...
Weeping Hunters (Php790)
Medium grilled beef Rib eye on sliced cucumbers topped with crispy holy basil leaves and our signature spicy pesto sauce. A uniquely rare dish even hunters will cry for more
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| Weeping Hunters |
I may not know why it is called Weeping Hunters, but I can definitely see how beautifully plated these chunks of beef are (I want to cry!). As good as it looks, it gives a unique and refreshing take on steak with the juicy beef and herby pesto sauce.
Complicated Noodles (Php380)
Noodle sheets + fresh lettuce leaves + minced pork sauce + chili sauce. You need to do a bit of work here but every bite is worth it
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| Complicated Noodles |
I usually avoid complicated situations but this Complicated Noodles is the only "complication" I'd willingly have! The video above showed how to eat it and it can be messy. But I would still go for more as the combination of flavor, texture, and that refreshing hint gives excitement to my taste buds!
Crispy Pumpkin and Tofu Salad (Php390)
Let's get in shape with this healthy grilled pumpkin and tofu on mixed green salad, with crunchy pumpkin chips topping. Served with Sesame and Shoyu dressing
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| Crispy Pumpkin and Tofu Salad |
It's unusual for me to find pumpkin and tofu in a salad but Greyhound Cafe just made it work with their Crispy Pumpkin and Tofu Salad. It's a protein-rich yet still a light way to start a meal.
Super Beef Lover Hot Pot (Php1,050)
Beef tendon hot pot in spicy Tom Yum beef broth. Perfect for sharing
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| Super Beef Lover Hot Pot |
If you're up for something hot -- and I meant both in temperature and flavor -- go for Super Beef Lover Hot Pot. The broth gives a satisfyingly sweet and sour at the start, then a kick of spice towards the end. The beef is tenderly delicious! Enjoy it with rice or noodles that come along with it.
Phad Thai with Fresh Shrimp (Php450)
Stir-fried Thai rice noodles with tamarind sauce and fresh shrimps served with crushed peanuts and chili powder
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| Phad Thai with Fresh Shrimp |
Of course, the Phad Thai is also present here! When you order this, you'll be provided with the condiments so you can adjust the sweetness, sourness, spiciness, or saltiness. But for me, Greyhound Cafe's version already has the perfect balance of taste that I didn't have to adjust it anymore. You can also feel and taste the freshness of the shrimp.
The Famous Muay Thai Grilled Chicken (Php690)
The legendary grilled turmeric herbal whole chicken straight from famous BKK boxing alley served with Somtum and Jaew sauce. Just to give you the perfect upper punch!
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| The Famous Muay Thai Grilled Chicken |
The Famous Muay Thai Grilled Chicken is another flavor-packed dish infused with earthy and char hints. The chicken on its own is savory, but with the addition of the sauces, it brought it to a whole new level!
Tum Tim Krob Greyhound Style (Php280)
Sweet water chestnut mini dumplings served with coconut sherbet and coconut meat topped with coconut cream. Very refreshing, out of this world!
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| Tum Tim Krob Greyhound Style |
Tum Tim Krob Greyhound Style is a lovely way to introduce water chestnuts to me as I've never tried them before. This dessert combines the creaminess of coconut and the nutty crunch of the cold water chestnut dumplings in a fun and refreshing way.
Sticky Rice + Mango Parfait (Php250)
Coconut sherbet, coconut milk, sticky rice, mango, mini mint leaf
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| Sticky Rice + Mango Parfait |
Mango sticky rice is a famous Thai dessert. Wanna know what's Greyhound Cafe's twist on this? Sticky Rice + Mango Parfait. The main components -- sticky rice, coconut milk, and mango -- are present but reconstructed as a parfait using coconut sherbet. The result is an even more exciting and fun way of enjoying this traditional dessert.
Thai Iced Tea with Bubble (Php310)
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| Thai Iced Tea with Bubble |
With my love for milk tea, going for Thai Iced Tea with Bubble was an easy choice. But little did I know that I was up for something wonderful! Whether it's because of my first time trying Thai iced or simply because this drink has the right balance of sweetness, bitter punch, and spices, plus the soft chewy boba, all I know is this is a truly refreshing delight and far from the usual milk tea with dragging sweetness.
Fruity Shaky Yoghurt (Php300)
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| Fruity Shaky Yoghurt |
My son loves yoghurt drinks so I opted for this Fruity Shaky Yoghurt. It is one of the most common choice among the healthy cocktails (non-alcoholic) as it combines well-loved fruits such as orange, banana, pineapple, and apple.
This dining experience at Greyhound Cafe expanded my palate to Thai dishes presented in creative non-traditional ways. With this SM Aura branch being the first franchise in the Philippines, ingredients mostly imported from Thailand, and the staff trained in Bangkok as well, it is the closest we can get to modern authentic Thai food along with the trendy mix of service, menu, and ambiance as the original store.
Greyhound Cafe
Upper Ground Floor
SM Aura, Taguig City
