Some Thai reopens expanded Morato branch, teams up with Krispy Kreme

QUEZON CITY — Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant Some Thai has reopened its flagship location along Tomas Morato Avenue following an expansion that more than doubles its dining capacity, and is marking the occasion with a limited-edition doughnut collaboration with neighboring Krispy Kreme.

The renovated restaurant now has 54 seats, up from its original 26, allowing it to accommodate more diners at its first location, which opened in 2024.

Some Thai has since expanded to The Podium in Mandaluyong City and Opus Mall in Quezon City, but its Tomas Morato branch remains its main location.

The redesigned dining room retains the restaurant’s signature red accents, including pendant lamps and upholstered banquettes. It also features a sculpture by Filipino artist Leeroy New, inspired by a cast fishing net and made of bamboo, metal and resin-cast crab claws and shells.

The expanded restaurant continues to serve Some Thai’s signature dishes, including Crab Curry, Signature Tom Yum and Mango Sticky Rice.

“When we opened, we only had 26 seats. The idea was to be a neighborhood spot. We catered to the people nearby but then we also had a lot of people who traveled a long way to eat here. We’re really grateful for both. This bigger space lets us welcome more of them, wherever they’re coming from,” said chef Jorge Mendez.

To mark the reopening, Some Thai has teamed up with its next-door neighbor, Krispy Kreme, for a five-day collaboration featuring three Thai-inspired doughnuts.

The limited-edition flavors are Mango Sticky Rice, Coco Pandan and Thai Milk Tea, each priced at P80. They will be available exclusively at the Krispy Kreme Tomas Morato branch from November 11 to 15.

Mendez said the collaboration grew out of an everyday occurrence at the two neighboring establishments, where Some Thai customers waiting for tables would often buy doughnuts from Krispy Kreme.

“Our line led right to their door, so guests would pick up a Krispy Kreme while they waited,” Mendez said. “We thought it would be fun to do something together, to welcome people back to Some Thai.”

Since opening in March 2024, Some Thai has received recognition from local and international food publications. It has been featured in the Tatler Best Recommended and Spotlight Restaurant selections from 2024 to 2026. It has also received Michelin Bib Gourmand distinctions in the 2026 and 2027 guides.

Some Thai’s Tomas Morato branch is at 195 Tomas Morato Ave. corner Scout Fuentebella St. in Quezon City. Its other locations are at The Podium in Mandaluyong City and Opus Mall in Quezon City.