Same Same

With a concise menu of standout dishes and a great selection of natural wines, this Thai restaurant by Katy Noochlaor and Amanda Kuntee (of the family behind Fairfax's beloved Chao Krung) offers excellent, no-frills Thai cuisine for both takeout and dine-in. Dim-lit and casual, this wine bar and restaurant are what cozy weeknight dinners are made of, especially with an order of their tongue-searing papaya salad and creamy, flavorful panang curry. Since Same Same doesn't take reservations, it's also a decent walk-in option if you're looking for a great last minute meal—though the wait still can get lengthy on weekends.