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Abet's afternoon classes in Colegio San Agustin in Dasmariñas Village were cancelled, and I just came from a doctor's appointment at Valero St. We were both in Makati at lunchtime, we both have the afternoon off, we're feeling cheap, and I've been seriously craving for Thai food for two days now (thanks to Gino's pictures of his recent Thailand trip). There couldn't have been a better day than today to check out Som's, a hole-in-the-wall restaurant near Rockwell. I've read so much about it--both raves and rants--it was about time I checked it out for myself. This eatery has been featured in the book Manila's Best-Kept Restaurant Secrets, and I'd like to be in on this.

My verdict: the food is G-O-O-D! The authenticity of the food at Som's is being debated, but until I experience dining at a hawker stall in Bangkok, I won't care. Ioved the bagoong rice, and Abet was happy with his red chicken curry, although it wasn't as hot as he'd like.

bagoong rice

red curry
I badly missed the Tom Yam (hot and sour prawn soup) at the Thai canteen in Balara just outside the UP campus (is that canteen still open?), so we ordered a bowl (good for 2-3 persons). It wasn't at par with the Tom Yam at the Thai canteen in UP, but it was good nonetheless.


Tom Yam
Abet was a Thai food virgin and I was thinking about introducing him to Pad Thai, but I wasn't in a noodle mood. We settled instead for the catfish salad, one of Som's bestsellers.


catfish salad
What I think is the ultimate winner in Som's menu would be their Thai milk tea. I have a strong feeling that I'll be craving for this a lot. I regret not getting several bottles to take home.


Thai milk tea
Som's is a no-frills, value-for-money place you can go to whenever you're craving for cheap Thai food. Like most dining establishments that maintain low prices, ambiance is compromised. Get past the few flies and you will be rewarded with a pleasant gastronomical experience.