A South East Asian flavour is infusing the tables of Balmain at Chon, a betel leaf and chilli decorated feast attracting diners from all corners of the city. Authentic Thai flavours can be found in this snug space, with a white lantern filled ceiling adding to the creative vibe that shapes the ambience. Invoke the senses amidst dishes like whole steamed barramundi with ginger and shallots and rich massaman curry.
Chon (Thai for spoon) is located in the heart of Sydney’s inner West suburb of Balmain. The deceptive shop-front opens to a 2-story, 120-seat restaurant created by Michael Corrente who also owns the Balmain institution Blue Ginger. Chon’s interior is simple and fresh featuring white washed walls, polished concrete floors and the ceiling a sea of white paper lanterns dancing in the breeze.
Chon’s modern Thai cuisine is created by chef Pacharin “Air” Jantrakool who previously plied her trade at the renowned Sailors’ Thai restaurant, one of Sydney’s finest.
The menu features an array of delicious modern dishes inspired by the food from Northern Thailand where chef Pacharin hails. The menu boosts explosions of flavour through a variety of small bites, shared bites, salads, wok-fried, curries and desserts.
Chon’s wine list is concise but interesting, with a focus on wines chosen to complement the often spicy Thai cuisine. With a strong focus on service, Chon aims at offering the complete package of relaxed ambience, fine modern Thai food, good wine, and great value.
