Think of Langbaan and the attached Phuket Café as happy roommates who share a love of refined Thai flavors, fun cocktails, and eclectic music—both from the Akkapong “Earl” Ninsom and Eric Nelson school of Portland dining (see also Eem and Yaowarat). Langbaan is, pure and simple, one of the country’s most original Thai tasting menus—with the 2024 James Beard Outstanding Restaurant award to prove it. The blueprint includes ever-changing themes, historical dishes, modern touches, and a strong nod to local ingredients; Thursdays through Sundays, reservation only. Phuket Café has à la carte dishes big and small, lunch or dinner. Standouts include the dramatic whole fried pompano salad, peanut brittle–topped ceviche, and wondrous fried tofu. Bonus: outdoor seats in a colorful Thai “train car.”