Krua Khun Mae

Difficult to find unless you know it’s there. This is both a blessing and curse. As not many people will take your spot in this gem of a restaurant, not many people will visit either.
The place is small and any group bigger than 6 will dominate the place. I’d recommend a smaller number in your dinner party 2 – 4 will be perfect.
As far as Thai dishes go, this has to be it. I did not have to add anything to the meal to spice it up. They have 5 level of hotness and luckily for me I chose a duck with level 4 ‘Hot’ as that was just about right without making my eyes water (too much). Taste is IMO authentic, as far as I can tell authentic from not. Just say; very spicy and pleasingly fragrant. Service was impeccable, very attentive and unobtrusive.
I’d recommend this place to all Thai Luvvahs!

Outstanding food — probably one of the best Thai meals I have had in Edinburgh, hence the 5 stars.
The restaurant is located in Old Town, in one of the closes just off Cockburn Street. Given the location, it’s a bit of a hidden gem but definitely worth the visit if you’re after some tasty Thai food.
They have a good selection of starters, main courses and chef’s specials. Also some fusion type dishes are featured, e.g. Khua Khun Mae Special in the starters section, which is traditional Scottish haggis with Thai style seasoning. Sounds interesting, but I went for the deep fried king prawns with Thai beer batter served with a homemade mango sweet sauce. They were lovely — three large morsels with a tasty dipping sauce which wasn’t too sweet.
For main course I had a duck stir fry. Again, absolutely delicious — tender and very tasty duck with vegetables. Note that they do ask you how hot you would like your food.
The waitress was very friendly and polite.

It’s a totally surprise hidden in a close. Tastes so well. Environment and service is perfect. Absolute Thai experience.