Favorites Thai
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Restaurant |
| Founded | 2019 |
| Founder | Jonathan Poon, Monte Wan |
| Headquarters | Toronto , Canada |
| Products | Thai cuisine |
Favorites Thai is a Thai dining establishment situated in Toronto's Trinity-Bellwoods area within the West End district.
History
Launched in 2019 by Jonathan Poon and Monte Wan, who are also proprietors of Toronto eateries Khao San Road and Paris Paris, Favorites Thai seeks to familiarize Toronto patrons with lesser-known Thai culinary offerings. The restaurant is distinctively entered through the doorway of a coffee shop.
The choice of the American spelling "Favorites" was made for visual appeal, as the owners believed the branding appeared more attractive without including the letter "u."
The venue showcases an open kitchen featuring binchotan charcoal grilling and prioritizes the use of locally sourced ingredients in its Thai-inspired salads and grilled menu items.
Recognition
At the 2022 Michelin Guide event for Toronto, the restaurant earned a Bib Gourmand distinction, an accolade it successfully maintained in both 2023 and 2024. This honor recognizes establishments delivering "exceptionally good food at moderate prices." Michelin praised the eatery's incorporation of "fresh herbs and fiery chilis" within its starters and curry dishes. The proprietors acknowledged that receiving this award boosted patronage and expressed their goal to achieve Michelin star recognition in the future.