"The nondescript Thai eatery in Elmhurst, Queens, received the distinction in the 2019 New York City guide. 'I cook real Thai food, Isan food, like another part of Thailand,' Susan says. 'We make the food like family-style like a mom make for you at home. We just try to make normal food to be the best.' Michelin inspectors note that 'there is a keen eye for textures, acidity and electric heat' in classic dishes like tom yum goong that dons a 'sinus-clearing spice.' The treehouse-cum-workshop interior of Pata Cafe, too, is a hit; Kanchanamusik, along with the help of some friends, helped decorate, making tables and light fixtures crafted from old soup cans to give off a cozy vibe." - Kathryn M. Sheldon
@michelin
