Torsap Thai Kitchen, a famed Bay Area-based Thai restaurant, has just opened its doors in Carlsbad at the Square in Bressi Ranch. The restaurant offers an award-winning experience through contemporary Thai cuisine, and is open for Lunch, Dinner, Weekend Brunch, and Weekday Happy Hour. Led by esteemed Executive Chef Lalita Souksamlane — founder of the Bay Area's acclaimed Osha Thai restaurant — a pioneer in San Francisco's Thai food movement since the opening of her first restaurant in 1996. Over nearly three decades, Lalita grew to fame by redefining the Thai culinary scene with a more contemporary approach. Today she is thrilled to showcase her cuisine to the Carlsbad community for the first time. The menu offers everything from classic favorites like Pad Thai and Tom Yum Soup to more innovative creations like Paella Tom Yum, Mussamun Lamb Shank Curry, and Volcanic Beef – Chef Lalita’s signature recipe since 1996. The restaurant showcases an extensive craft cocktail menu and a divine Thai-fusion brunch, showcasing innovative riffs on classic American-style breakfast. A few highlights include Pandan & Coconut Pancake, Wagyu Logo Moco, and Chicken & Waffles. The restaurant offers a chic yet inviting atmosphere for all occasions, whether it be a casual lunch or a fancy dinner gathering. The interior emulates modern Thai elegance and boasts an open-air kitchen, where guests can observe skilled chefs prepare their dishes. If guests prefer dining in the fresh California air, the lush outdoor patio provides a comfortable and cozy atmosphere. With three decades of culinary experience and deep roots in California’s Thai food movement, Chef Lalita brings her renowned expertise and passion for the culinary arts to Carlsbad. The new restaurant promises a unique dining experience that combines authentic Thai flavors with a modern twist.