Lung Yai Thai Tapas

Lung Yai Thai Tapas

Miami, FL, USA

Overview

Chef Bas opened this tiny 12-seat restaurant in Little Havana in 2015, quickly developing a cult following for his unapologetically authentic Thai cuisine. The restaurant's strict rules (no modifications, order everything at once) and no-reservations policy mean diners often wait over an hour for a seat at the counter. Chef Bas personally prepares each dish in the open kitchen, and the restaurant's name—meaning 'big heart' in Thai—reflects his passion. Despite its small size and sometimes brusque service, food enthusiasts agree the experience is worth the wait.