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Thai food lovers in Johor, sawadee ka! ParaThai, the renowned restaurant famous for its authentic Thai cuisine, has finally arrived in Johor Bahru. Its newest outlet opened earlier this month at OKA Signature Place, bringing the flavours of Thailand closer to home.
A household name among Malaysians, ParaThai boasts a stellar reputation, with every KL outlet scoring over 4.5 stars on Google reviews. With 15 locations across Malaysia, Johoreans can now skip the long trips up north and indulge in ParaThai’s delights right in their own domain.
At ParaThai, the menu is a paradise of Thai flavours, starting with irresistible appetisers like Mieng Kam (RM26.90) — a traditional dish featuring betel leaves, 7 condiments, and Thai shrimp paste sauce. Other must-tries include the crispy Poh Piah Thod (RM16.90) and aromatic Gai Hor Bai Tuey (RM20.90), also known as pandan leaf chicken.
Of course, no Thai meal is complete without a bowl of steaming, spicy soup. Dive into timeless selections like Tom Yum Gai, Tom Yum Goong, or Tom Yum Talay (starting at RM29.90 for chicken, RM39.90 for prawn, and RM42.90 for mixed seafood). Pair them with fragrant rice for the ultimate comfort food experience.
Fill your table with crowd-pleasers like Stir-fried Minced Chicken with Thai Basil or Phad Bai Kra Pow (RM19.90), tangy Mango Salad (RM19.90), or the juicy Tom Yum Chicken Wings (RM22.90).
The Johor outlet also boasts exclusive dishes you won’t find elsewhere, such as Steamed Seabass with Lime and Chilli Sauce or Pla Ka Phong Naung Ma Nao and Crispy Papaya Salad with Dried Shrimp (RM19.90) or Som Tam Thod — a crunchy spin on the classic som tam we all love.
There’s always room for dessert! Sink your teeth into sweet traditional Thai delights — including Mango Sticky Rice (RM16.90), Iced Honeydew Sago (RM13.90), and Red Ruby served with Jackfruit and Coconut Milk or Tab Tim Krob (RM14.90).
So, gather your loved ones and head to this new hotspot for an unforgettable taste of Thailand, right in Johor Bahru.
Cosmo Thai: Juicy pandan chicken, crispy spring rolls & mango sticky rice at only RM2.89 per bowl
