Nan - 1350 Spring St., N.W. Atlanta, GA 30309

Tonight my husband and I dined at Nan...always fabulous, never a disappointment. The owners definitely have a lock on Thai cuisine in Atlanta. Of the three restaurants (Tamarind Seed, Tuk Tuk Thai Food Loft and Nan Thai Fine Dining) owned by Charlie Niyomkul, Nan sits at the higher end of the price range. But don't let that deter you by any means...it is so worth it! The food, ambiance and service are impeccable and consistent.


Let me first say it is always nice to go to a fine restaurant and see other patrons dress accordingly. I often have found in Atlanta, pricing is not indicative of clientele. So not the case at Nan (at least at anytime I've dined there). We started with Pla Muk Thod (crispy calamari with 3 flavored chili sauce) and Poh Pia (vegetarian basil rolls and tamarind spring rolls)...lovely. On to the main course...my husband had the lamb special, served in green curry w/zucchini, eggplant, snow peas and rice noodles. This is a spicy dish but delicate at the same time. The spice and heat does not slam you in the mouth immediately. It hits you in moments later in the back of your mouth...not overwhelming for those that appreciate spicy food. My husband commented, of all the Thai restaurants we've patronized in the metro Atlanta area...this was by far the best! I enjoyed one of my favorite dishes at Nan...Pla Sahm Lod (chilean sea bass w/3 flavored chili sauce, served with fried okra and eggplant)...delish! Chilean Sea Bass is my absolute favorite type of fish...it's meaty but delicate, very buttery flavor. At this point we are both in heaven. Now time for dessert...Maajid ordered the dark chocolate mousse w/ginger ice cream and I ordered 3 flavors ice cream (green tea, coconut, and thai coffee)...devine!!! We shared our desserts, as we often do. The chocolate mouse cake is amazing. Many times mousse desserts can be heavy, but Nan's dark chocolate mousse cake is light, creamy and the ganache is incredible. Combine that with any combination of the ice creams we had and what can I say...whootie whoo!!!!!!!!!

Nan is a great location to celebrate a special occasion and a definite for date night. But please be sure to make a reservation, as it is quite popular.