Gan'en

For a noodle dish with a lively balance of heat and sourness, try the tom yum kung noodles. One diner recalled a dinner of springy shrimp and a relatively light broth that was not overly spicy, making it an enjoyable choice for those who like a tangy kick. For something milder, the menu lists sen lek nam, a street-style soup with pork and rice noodles, as non-spicy. The Thai chicken noodle soup also comes with a light broth; the menu says its heat can be adjusted to taste.

Rice dishes offer a different set of choices: gapao rice, with stir-fried minced chicken and basil topped with a fried egg; khao man gai, rice cooked with broth and served with poached chicken; and shrimp fried rice. One diner who has ordered the gapao rice repeatedly for takeaway singled out its savoury aroma and generous portion. It works for a lunch to take away as well as a meal eaten in.

Fresh spring rolls make a refreshing side. A diner who ordered them with tom yum noodles at dinner noted the fragrant herbs and light taste. To round things off after a spicy bowl, desserts include coconut rice cakes and baked taro pudding. One diner found the coconut cakes pleasantly warm and chewy, with a sweetness that made for a welcome end to the meal.