Neighbouring a Monash Freeway on-ramp,Little Thai Princess embodies suburban escapism. Take time out in the soothing dining room,with tinkling piano soundtrack and top Thai food. Entrees play it safe with pan-Asian favourites,such as juicy chicken satay served with peanut sauce,Thai fishcakes or vegetable spring rolls with sweet chilli sauce,made memorable with fresh ingredients. Main courses take a turn for the majestic,with whole crisp-skinned deep-fried barramundi served with a tangy sauce punctuated by finely diced lemon and revved by fresh chilli and coriander. Jungle curry is made with chicken breast pieces and seasonal vegetables submerged in a deep,robust broth. Ask staff for an extra-hot serve if you can take the heat. You could skip

ice-cream for dessert,or ask them to hold the Ice Magic. Punchy flavours,precision and gentle ambience make this family-run restaurant an endearing night out.