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Meet the Chef
Born and raised in Thailand, Tiw Rakarin spent his formative years surrounded by the wonderful tastes, colours and fresh produce of Northern Thailand, where his family owned a market near Chiang Rai, cultivating his love for food. Tiw's food journey has taken him around the world where he has worked in leading Asian restaurants throughout Los Angeles, Boston, England and Australia. To add to his impressive repertoire, in Sydney Tiw was executive chef at popular eatery Mama's Buoi in Surry Hills and prior to that, head chef at Thai restaurant, Alphabet St, in Cronulla.Restaurant menu
- Average price $55
- GRILLED TURMERIC CHICKEN (GF)
- $28
- Lemongrass, Kaffir Lime Sauce
- CLAMS BUTTER CURRY
- $30
- Chardonnay Butter, Parsley, Curry & Roti
- SPICY SOFTSHELL CRAB
- $28
- Cashew Nut, Onion, Chilli Powder & Mushroom
Dietary options
, Gluten free,User photos
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Meryl J.6 August 2022 • 1 review
8.5/10Friendly welcome, table prepared as booked. Food came quickly and was all good to excellent.
- Peter C.
6 August 2022 • 43 reviews
10/10I was very impressed with this restaurant. I think it is wise to book as tonight it was very busy. There is is a good selection on the a la carte menu with other alternatives avail
- Peter M.
22 June 2022 • 4 reviews
9/10As always the food is great. But don’t understand why when so many free tables, everyone is squished together down one end? Placement of patrons should be spread out utilising the
- Kay C.
21 June 2022 • 10 reviews
9.5/10The dishes I ordered were fantastic and I would definitely go back again. Only one thing that disappointed me was the waiting time for food to be delivered to our table. Restaurant
- Eliza W.
26 April 2022 • 1 review
7.5/10Service and atmosphere good and I enjoyed it. I returned to this restaurant because I had a lovely dessert here previously . However, on this occasion, there were no cocktails ava
- Dan J.
19 April 2022 • 11 reviews
6.5/10We visited on a Tuesday and the restaurant wasn't crowded, however the seating arrangements (where a large loud gathering was seated right next to us with so much of empty space ac
- Sophia S
15 April 2022 • 106 reviews
10/10Lovely staff, gr8 food. Thank you so much for a gr8 lunch
- Samantha P.
12 April 2022 • 1 review
10/10Our meals were exceptional , servings were generous and beautifully presented. Staff were efficient and friendly. Highly recommend this restaurant.
- Anka M.
29 January 2022 • 3 reviews
10/10Delicious roti and clams. Very nice soft shell crab. The service was friendly and competent. They were however a bit overwhelmed as only 2 staff on the floor and our food was a bit
- Mable Su
18 January 2022 • 24 reviews
10/10The squid was exceptional. And loved the noodles with prawns! Ambiance was vest
- Quang Cuong Ly
30 November 2021 • 11 reviews
10/10Best south East Asian food In Sydney
- Roy C.
27 November 2021 • 42 reviews
6.5/10New seasons menu may not your expected service keepings great.
- Christopher R.
26 November 2021 • 6 reviews
9.5/10Delicious food and nice seating. The clams and flat noodles were amazing! I've already booked another time to take someone else to try the food.
- Kika M.
17 November 2021 • 22 reviews
10/10I have been here many times, the food and the service have been consistently great
- Elizabeth Y.
17 November 2021 • 2 reviews
9/10This is one of my favourite restaurants. Love the innovative food, fabulous to the eye and palate. Very comfortable place to bring friends to for a relaxing meal. I will be returning again and again.
- Traiwit C.
17 November 2021 • 14 reviews
10/10always the best, always surprised me, good portion, i wish they bring the crab pancake back tho :)
- Lisa C.
13 November 2021 • 28 reviews
6/10The seafood in the amok curry are all tasteless frozen imported . Overally disappointed with the quality.
- Rebecca H.
30 October 2021 • 6 reviews
10/10Fabulous food and a free bottle of Semilliin as well. A lovely place to enjoy great food.
- Norma K.
30 October 2021 • 1 review
10/10This restaurant was one of the best asian restaurants i have been to. everything about it was top class, the décor, location, the service, the food quality and présentation. i woul
- Michael H.
30 October 2021 • 4 reviews
10/10Fantastic thanks!
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How to get to the restaurant
14 Kensington St, 2008, Chippendale (NSW), Australia
Public transport
Central Station is the closest stop by train, bus or tram.
Directions to get there
Located on Kensington Street, directly across from the University of Technology Sydney. Find Mekong situated upstairs from Viet Restaurant.
Nearby parking is limited on the streets surrounding Central Park.
About the restaurant
A journey down the Mekong.
Housed within the new ultra trendy Kensington St precinct in Chippendale, Mekong is paying homage to the flavours of south east Asia. Just imagine yourself embarking on a colourful journey down the Mekong river, sailing past gilded pagodas and rice paddies and through lush jungles. This restaurant is peaceful and refined, offering sophisticated Asian fare that is both beautiful and flavourful. Enjoy share plates and a number of beautiful desserts that are curious and complex.
Menu highlights include ‘Duck at Sunrise': confit duck laid on red Thai curry with fresh tomato and pineapple and the ‘Spice of the omelette: crispy Lao omelette stuffed with sliced pork, morning glory and soy-chilli sauce.
The dessert menu is also delicious and the signature three-tiered dessert of rosewater lychee mousse, mango puree and meringue drops, flecked with elderflower, rose petal and raspberries is definitely worth saving room for.
Come and explore this venue and take a trip down the Mekong.
Best dish: Full Moon (steamed coconut stuffed with tiger prawn, egg, basil & coconut milk)
Features
Noodle, Good for groups, , Christmas and New Year, , , , , , Lunar New Year, , Mother's Day, , Valentine's Day,
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