Nearly a year ago, we let you know that
Sense of Thai, announced plans to expand into Maryland with a restaurant at Westbard Square in Bethesda. Now, the restaurant has just received its permit to begin construction at 5314 Zenith Overlook.
Sense of Thai opened its first location in Ashburn, VA a decade ago in 2015, and recently opened its second location soon in Chantilly, VA. Sense of Thai offers authentic Southern Thai cuisine, and its locations feature “chic decor, upscale casual dining and craft cocktails.” Menu items include Peking Duck Quesadilla, Pad Thai, Crispy Whole Fish, Chili-Garlic Pig (pork belly), and Braised Pork Ramen.
According to its website, “At Sense of Thai, our dishes are inspired by the bold and spicy flavors of Southern Thailand, where our Chef Owner Porntipa Pattanamekar is from. Known for its vibrant fusion of Eastern and Western influences, Southern Thai cuisine features unique ingredients like fresh seafood, aromatic herbs, and robust spices.”
The restaurant was initially anticipating a Spring 2025 opening, but encountered a few delays. A new opening timeframe has not been provided, but late 2025 is a possibility if construction progresses as planned.