"You might not associate Irish stout with Thai-Chinese food, yet somehow the combo just works at Yaowarat in Montavilla. Sit beneath the Chinese paper lanterns at this festive restaurant and savor a plate of the signature black olive fried rice paired with a Guinness that balances the heat of Thai chiles. Or, try the Yaowarat Shandy: a fun Thai tea-Guinness combo. Although the vibrant decor inside this restaurant isn’t holiday-themed, it feels especially appropriate during the festive season." - Krista Garcia