Samsen (Sheung Wan)

First visit, it was 2 of us. Visited on Friday at 7:30PM, seated by 8:10, concluded the dinner at 9:25PM. Wait time was roughly 30 mins & we were provided the beverage menu to order drinks while waiting to be seated. Authentic hospitality from the team as we could see the restaurant was fully occupied inside. Food was above average & portions were decent for the price, we ordered 2 appetizers & 2 mains to share followed by a dessert. Additional 2 drinks per person, bill was slightly over HKD $1200. All the food was served simultaneously which was understandable seeing it was full house, that's why no coursing was done. Atmosphere is rated 4 Star as it was a bit loud overall & tables were very close to one another. Service was spot on as we were looked after by Manjot, she had a genuine caring nature & constantly checked back on our experience. Great work to Samsen Team, next will time will try your lunch menu.

Always a long queue and I see the reason why. Authentic Thai small dishes that comes with plenty of wok hey and complex flavors. You will be seated only when the whole party has arrived. We had their famous Thai crab fried rice and it was super yummy. Would certainly come back again to try the other dishes. Nice ambience and for a weekday lunch they didn’t ask us to leave after the stated dining time.

Today's lunch at Samsen once again confirmed why it's my favorite spot for Thai cuisine. The menu offerings were exceptional: - **Wok Fried Rice with Crab Meat:** Packed with fresh, flavorful crab. - **Stir Fried Chicken with Flat Noodles:** Perfectly cooked with a great texture balance. - **Spicy Chopped Duck with Thai Her Salad:** Bold and tender, with just the right spice level (my friend thinks it’s very spicy) - **Milk Tea Ice Cream:** A big creamy, uniquely flavored dessert. I barely can finish it. The ambiance is welcoming and the service efficient. Samsen consistently delivers a delightful dining experience with authentic Thai flavors. Highly recommended for anyone seeking quality Thai dishes.

Visited Samsen, the famous Thai fusion restaurant, for a Friday dinner after a long time away and brought some friends trying it for their first time. Arrived at 6:50 PM and saw a line already. We were told the wait time would be around 30 minutes with only 10 groups ahead of us. However, after checking with the staff multiple times, we were told to "wait a bit more" three times and ended up waiting 70 minutes. It was frustrating, especially since we noticed some groups who arrived later were already eating when we finally got in—made us wonder how the queue system really works, or if there’s any funny business happening. The reception staff didn’t help the experience either. When the next table was already ready for us, she still didn’t want to let us stand close to the entrance to wait—felt a bit unnecessary, especially since we’re paying customers. That said, the food was as good and quick as usual, and the overall service inside was okay. But the unreliable wait time and poor reception service left a bad impression this time.

Loved the Thai food here. One of the best Thai restaurants in hk, within the top 5 for sure. It gets really packed all the time pretty much every day and so highly recommend a reservation. Open kitchen shows how they maintain very good hygiene standards and the indoor seating area is really good because there is ac but they also keep the entrance doors fully open and so it doesn’t full “stuffy” inside and there is good ventilation. I had the pad Thai with prawns for 158. Yes you might argue that you can get this for a fraction of the price in Bangkok but we are in hk here and so need to pay hk prices and by hk prices, a delicious main for 158 is something I’ll pay for

Samsen always consistent. Such great Thai food, great choices that feels homely and nostalgic. All dishes were spot on. Pad Thai was delicious, would probably want more peanuts on the side. Phat kaphrao fantastic and spicy. The dessert were also quite big and tasty. Service was quick and we didn’t wait too long despite we were a group of 8. Something like 30-40 minutes. The place is big inside.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Samsen Thai Street Food and I must say, the food was absolutely delicious! As a pro tip, I highly recommend grabbing a seat at the bar for fast seating. Not only will you get served quickly, but you'll also get to enjoy the action from the kitchen, which is an added bonus. The chefs are masters of their craft and it's fascinating to watch them whip up dish after dish with ease. The aromas wafting from the kitchen will only add to your anticipation, making the wait for your food almost unbearable. Almost. The dishes we ordered were all expertly prepared and presented, with bold flavors that exploded with every bite. The prices are very reasonable, making it an excellent value for the quality and quantity of food you receive. Overall, I highly recommend Samsen Thai Street Food to anyone looking for an authentic and delicious Thai dining experience. Be sure to arrive early and grab a seat at the bar for the full effect!

I recently dined at Samsen, and I must say the food is absolutely fantastic! The flavors are authentic and every dish is beautifully presented. I especially loved the Pad Thai and the Tom Yum soup—they were bursting with flavor! The atmosphere is cozy, making it a great spot for both casual meals and special occasions. Highly recommend if you're craving delicious Thai food!