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04/10/2026
New on the autumn menu: Shetland mussels and smoked haddock in a creamy coconut tom yum (tom yum nam khon) 🌊🌶️
We build the broth first. Cherry tomatoes, lemongrass, galangal, coriander root, makrut lime and our nahm prik pao go into chicken stock and simmer until they’ve all got to know each other. Then smoked haddock and the mussels go in, the lid goes on and the heat goes up. A couple of minutes and a gentle shake later, the shells pop open.
We finish it the way you’d want a tom yum to taste: fish sauce, a little palm sugar, tamarind and a squeeze of lime. Then we add a slick of coconut cream to round it all off, with torn Thai basil and calamansi on top. It’s an amazing combination: a smoky, spiced, salty, sweet and sour broth cascading off the mussels, with a hit of citrus and Thai basil to finish.
Why Shetland? These mussels start life as wild larvae floating in the North Atlantic. They settle on ropes hung from longlines and grow on nothing but plankton carried in on the tides. There’s no feed and no chemicals. Each one filters up to 50 litres of seawater a day. Shetland grows about two-thirds of Scotland’s mussels, and they were the first of their kind in Scotland to earn MSC certification, back in 2012. They’re sweet, plump and properly sustainable, and they’re at their best right now, as the water turns cold.
Get a bowl of rice on the side for the broth. Trust us.
Photos from ICV | Culinary Photography 👊🏻
📍 72 Highbury Park, N5
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16/06/2026
Thursday and Friday we do a set lunch. Four courses, £35, 12 until half two.
Tiger prawn miang bites to start.
Pad kee mao with free range chicken, shiitake mushrooms, tiger prawns, wild ginger, green peppercorns and chillies, alongside a shrimp, cucumber and lime salad.
Banana roti with condensed milk and cassia to finish.
It’s proper food at a price that makes sense. Book the link in bio.
Address
72 Highbury Park
London
N5 2XE
To reach the Thai restaurant located at Highbury Park in London, you can take public transport by using the nearest tube station, Arsenal Station, which is approximately a 9-minute walk away. Alternatively, you can take a bus to Highbury Corner and walk for about 6 minutes to reach the destination.
If you prefer to drive, there is on-street parking available on Highbury Park and in neighboring streets. However, be aware that parking restrictions may apply during certain times of the day. It is advisable to check for any parking restrictions in the area before your journey.
Opening Hours
| Wednesday |
5:30pm - 10:30pm |
| Thursday |
5:30pm - 10:30pm |
| Friday |
5:30pm - 10:30pm |
| Saturday |
5:30pm - 10:30pm |
| Sunday |
1pm - 5pm |
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What people say
Thai cuisine is known for its bold flavors, intricate spices, and fresh ingredients. Farang London, located in Highbury Park, is a modern Thai street food restaurant that showcases the very best of fresh Thai and British produce. The team at Farang London, led by Seb Holmes and Dan Turner, have created a menu that offers a unique twist on traditional Thai dishes.
One standout dish from their menu is the (Very) Spicy Jungle Curry of Salted Braised Belted Galloway Beef. Packed full of pea & apple aubergines, green peppercorns, wild ginger, hot mint, dried & fresh birds eye chillies and fermented shrimp from Thailand. The curry has richness from the beef stock and tasting notes that are dominantly spicy and salty with a touch of sweetness. It's herbaceous to cut through the heat and best eaten with steamed jasmine rice and fresh roti bread for mopping up.
Another must-try dish is their Half Smoked Chickens marinated & roasted in Phanaeng curry. Served as a sharing plate with pickled cucumber, ginger, chilli, Thai shallots, Thai sweet basil, dill & roasted peanuts. The chicken is aromatic with a pleasant balance of sweet, salty & sour notes with a touch of spice.
Farang London also offers small plates to heat at home from their deli section called "The Farang Larder". This makes it easy to enjoy their delicious curries in the comfort of your own home.
Overall, Farang London offers an exceptional dining experience that combines traditional Thai flavors with modern twists using locally sourced ingredients. If you're looking for an authentic yet innovative Thai restaurant in Highbury Park then look no further than Farang London!
