Kwan's Table

St Kilda heat-seekers and Thai food purists keep this intimate Inkerman Street dining room perpetually packed. Kwan’s Table delivers that elusive aroi mak satisfaction—authentic, fragrant, and brilliantly executed. Forget cloying, overly sweet bowls. The standout roast red duck curry hits a masterful savory balance, while the prawn pad see ew arrives loaded with plump, juicy seafood. Flaky roti dragged through a rich, complex peanut satay is an absolute non-negotiable. It’s a tiny, bustling space scented with fresh flowers and wok-fired aromatics. Those chasing genuine Bangkok fire know to ask for extra chili—and they definitely know to secure a booking before just walking up.