Celebrate Songkran with these vibrant Thai feasts across India

As summer settles in, restaurants across cities are bringing the vibrant spirit of Thailand’s New Year to the table. Songkran, a festival rooted in renewal, joy and togetherness, finds expression through menus that are bright, flavourful and deeply comforting—offering diners a seasonal escape through food and culture.

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1. Thai Naam, Mumbai

Thai Naam celebrates Songkran with a menu that captures the freshness and balance of Thai cuisine in a warm, inviting setting. The experience begins with a refreshing raw mango salad and grilled white prawns, followed by a rich and aromatic Panang curry that brings together coconut and spice in perfect harmony. The meal concludes with mango sticky rice, a classic that feels especially fitting for the season. 

2. Nasi and Mee, Bangalore, Kochi & Chennai

Nasi and Mee brings the energy of Bangkok’s street food culture to its Songkran celebration with a menu that is vibrant and indulgent. The meal opens with a refreshing Mui Thai and the classic Som Tum, followed by the ever-popular Pad Thai. For mains, guests can explore a range of curries including green, red and Massaman, alongside bold dishes like Pad Krapao and Thai chilli prawns. Designed to reflect the lively, flavour-packed spirit of the festival, the experience offers a transportive dining moment.

3. Fireback, Mumbai

Fireback presents a thoughtfully curated Songkran menu that brings together regional Thai flavours and traditional techniques. The meal begins with small plates like Laab Muang Gai and Gai Yaang, alongside comforting bites such as Thai curry puffs and banana-wrapped grilled tofu. Mains include dishes like grilled chicken Massaman curry and Seabass Chu Chee curry, complemented by favourites like pineapple fried rice and Pat Sii Uu. The experience ends with mango sticky rice, tying the meal together with a familiar sweetness.

4. Mélange, Radisson Blu Bengaluru Outer Ring Road

Mélange at Radisson Blu Bengaluru Outer Ring Road offers a festive Thai set menu that leans into both comfort and tradition. The spread includes small plates like Miang Kham and Tod Mun Pla, alongside soups such as Tom Kha Gai and Tom Yum Phak that bring warmth and depth. Highlights include a tableside Som Tam and mains like Pad See Ew and classic Thai curries, while the meal concludes with Tub Tim Krob, a light and cooling dessert. 

5. Tóa 66, Mumbai

Tóa 66 marks Songkran with a special seven-course vegetarian tasting menu that reflects its philosophy of drawing from Thailand’s everyday food culture. The experience opens with Miang Kham, followed by Kway Tiew Lod and a playful Som Tam Thod, before moving into dishes like Phak Boon Moo Daeng with Thai-style tofu. For mains, guests can choose between Kway Tiew Tom Yam or Khao Phad Krapao with Tom Kha, bringing together comfort and bold flavour. Desserts include Thap Thim Krop and a layered Kra-Pow creation, while a thoughtfully curated bar program featuring wine-based cocktails and zero-proof drinks.

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6. Nara Thai, Gurugram 

At Nara Thai, Songkran is reflected in the way to celebrate lighter, brighter, and full of contrast. The menu naturally comes together to complement the festive spirit with fresh salads, balanced mains, and cooling desserts, creating an easy, celebratory dining experience. From the Michelin-Listed restaurant's signature offerings are the Pad Thai, Pomelo Salad and  Tub Tim Grob that pack a flavour explosion just waiting to be tried. 

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