Tiien Thai Westbourne

Part of a small, well-regarded local family of Thai restaurants, this Westbourne outpost serves up authentic, freshly prepared Thai cooking with a sideline in Chinese-style favourites, and it has built a steady reputation for takeaway and collection. The menu is wide and crowd-pleasing, running from a fragrant Red Curry to a generous Pad Thai and a plate of Singapore Noodles, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free choices clearly flagged so there is something for most tables. Dishes arrive bursting with the fresh herbs and balanced heat you want from good Thai food.

It is a relaxed, contemporary spot that suits both a sit-down evening and a quick order to take home, and the kitchen holds a top Food Hygiene Rating, which is always reassuring when you are ordering out. Customers ordering for delivery have scored it around 4.2 out of 5, praising the friendly service and the fresh, authentic flavours. For Westbourne locals after dependable Thai with plenty of choice, it makes a solid pick.