Soi Stories opens at The Centrepoint on Orchard Road in early December 2026, with 11 Thai food concepts curated by Michelin-starred Chef Thitid “Ton” Tassanakajohn. Its organisers bill it as Singapore’s first Thai food street, and if your Bangkok cravings usually end with you checking flight prices at 1am, it’s a far cheaper fix!
According to the opening announcement, the line-up pairs two award-winning Bangkok hawkers with nine original concepts developed under Chef Ton’s culinary direction. There’s a Thai drinks bar and a retail pop-up too, for anyone who wants to leave with more than a full stomach.
A Bangkok Soi Off Orchard Road
A soi is Thai for a side street, the kind of Bangkok lane where neighbourhood eateries spill onto the pavement and dinner stretches into a long hangout. The organisers describe layered shopfronts, aged finishes, vintage-inspired colours and greenery. There’s also a dedicated stage for performances and what they call “moments of Thai showmanship”.
“Thai street food is more than just food or recipes. It is a reflection of the people, their stories and culture, most importantly, their way of life,” says Chef Ton.
The most useful detail is the QR code ordering system. The organisers say it lets diners order from their seats instead of queuing at each stall. With 11 concepts to sample, that saves a lot of shuffling between counters while your friends guard the table like it’s a Saturday hawker centre.
There’s also a Thai Pavilion with communal seating for up to 10 people. That gives birthday dinners, team outings and the group chat that never agrees on a cuisine somewhere to land.
The Chef Behind the Line-Up
Chef Ton studied at the Culinary Institute of America, earned an MBA in Hospitality from Johnson & Wales University and cooked in New York at Eleven Madison Park, The Modern and Jean-Georges. He now helms Le Du, Nusara, Baan, Lahnyai and Samut, and Le Du and Nusara each hold one MICHELIN Star in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide Thailand.
Thai TV viewers may recognise him from judging Top Chef Thailand, Kitchen War Thailand and The Spoon. The Soi Stories menu leans on everyday Thai dishes rather than tasting-menu theatre. That’s honestly the version most of us crave on a weeknight anyway.
Three Stalls Worth Planning Around
Khun Chui Kaprow is the one to start with, because the organisers name it as Chef Ton’s personal favourite. This Bangkok specialist focuses on pad kaprow (stir-fried holy basil) and cooks each plate to order. Its signatures are Minced Pork Kaprow with Rice and Fried Egg, Crispy Pork Kaprow and Beef Kaprow.
Kua Kai Ai Khao, the second Bangkok import, is the wildcard. Chef Oat’s stall makes guay tiew kua gai, which is wide rice noodles wok-fried with chicken and egg over high heat. Pick from Classic, Crispy or Heritage.
Mor Khao Mor Gaeng is the comfort pick. It’s a curry-and-rice counter based on the home-style dishes of Chef Ton’s mother and grandmother. Look for Green Curry, Red Duck Curry and Massaman Curry.
The other eight stalls fill out the street. Siam Beef Co. does Thai beef noodles and Phad Thai Arai handles pad thai. Jok Thong serves congee with handmade pork balls made to Chef Ton’s own recipe. BKK Fried Chicken promises garlicky, crisp-skinned chicken, and Talad Guay Jub serves rolled rice noodles in peppery broth. Heng Dee Fishball makes its fishballs by hand, while Mae Ka-Nom brings Thai market desserts. Early risers should bookmark Khao Chao, a Thai take on coffee and toast, because the organisers list a 7.30am opening time.
Nam Jai and the Chang Taps
Nam Jai is the in-house drinks bar. It pours Thai beverages, modern tea-based creations and beers. The organisers pitch it as a stop for everyone, from families with children to diners who want something non-alcoholic.
According to the organisers, Chang Espresso and Chang Cold Brew will be on draft in Singapore for the first time, and only at Soi Stories. They’ll pour alongside Chang Classic. To mark the opening, Chang Beer and F&N (Fraser and Neave) will run promotions with food pairings, limited-edition keepsakes and giveaways. Look out for details at the venue once it opens, and drink responsibly.
Souvenirs Without Excess Baggage
Sarapad Thai is a retail pop-up that opens with an initial selection of 20 to 30 artisanal, small-batch lifestyle products that are Thai-designed and Thai-made. It also stocks souvenirs and dry goods. It’s an easy way to pick up a Thailand gift without paying for an extra suitcase, mostly because nobody had to fly.
🗓️ Date: Opening early December 2026
⏰ Time: 7.30am to 10pm daily (as listed by the organisers)
📍 Location: Soi Stories, #01-33 C/D/E/F/G/H/M and #01-K5, The Centrepoint, 176 Orchard Road, Singapore 238843
🚇 Nearest MRT: Somerset (NS23)
🍜 Stalls: 11 Thai food concepts, plus Nam Jai drinks bar and Sarapad Thai retail pop-up
🪑 Seating: 270 seats, including a Thai Pavilion for groups of up to 10
📱 Ordering: QR code ordering from your table
🎁 Opening Perks: Chang Beer and F&N food pairings, limited-edition keepsakes and giveaways
The organisers say they’ll confirm the exact opening date closer to December. Rally your group chat now and plan to claim the Thai Pavilion before anyone else does. If you’re making a full Orchard Road outing of it, our Orchard Road Christmas 2026 guide has more for the afternoon. At Soi Stories itself, the first order should be a plate of Khun Chui’s basil pork!
Photos and Visuals courtesy of Soi Stories.
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