Unique comfort food

Not yet part of the Red Stick’s main dining stage, Thai cuisine is slowly and quietly making its mark in the city. In a small, unassuming building on South Sherwood Forest Boulevard, Duang Tawan offers friendly service and an authentic Thai menu within a small, cozy setting. Just in time for our quick burst of winter, this overlooked gem’s traditional Tom Yum Soup ($3.95) is sure to warm your soul with its savory tang and wonderful aroma. This tasty soup is a complex harmony of sour and spicy comfort—flavored with lemongrass, lime juice, mushrooms, Thai herbs, fresh scallions and your choice of shrimp or tender sliced chicken breast.

This comforting dish is perfect to warm up a small appetite or prepare your palate for one of the many fragrant curries or noodle dishes with the exotic flavors of Thailand. Regulars don’t visit for the décor or ambience, but for the consistently memorable food, quick service and reasonable prices—which make each meal at this hidden jewel worth it.

4850 South Sherwood Forest Blvd. (Closed Tuesdays)

293-6787