Twenty-SixThai Kitchen & Bar

SA-WAD-DEE-KA / HELLO,

At 26 Thai Kitchen & Bar, customers can expect fresh, delicious, and authentic Thai food made from scratch, and utilizing only the finest, locally-sourced ingredients. We love every dish on our menu! You can expect exceptional service from our staff; all of us are well-trained and extremely knowledgeable about the food that we serve. We offer a wide selection of alcoholic beverages, including domestic and Asian beers as well as hand crafted classic and Asian fusion cocktails. In addition, we stock a premium selection of wine. Our seasoned chefs, with years of experience cooking at 5-star Hotels across Thailand, expertly marry culinary sophistication and rustic charm to provide a culinary experience that is truly unforgettable. You won’t have to go to all the way to Thailand to indulge in authentic Thai cuisine. Let us be a part of your finest dining experience.

DiscoverOur Story

Why Twenty-Six?
It was at the age of 26 when I finally fulfilled my lifelong dream of opening my own restaurant – simple as that!

Niki Pattharakositkul
Founder and CEO of 26 Thai Kitchen & Bar


Findout my passion

WHY THE RESTAURANT BUSINESS?
Food is my passion. As a young girl in Thailand I absolutely loved to cook. I would spend hours in the kitchen alongside my mother, honing and perfecting my craft (although sometimes making a mess in the process!). I learned delicious traditional Thai recipes using authentic, seasonal, fresh ingredients – and always preparing everything from scratch. There was nothing more satisfying than witnessing first hand how sharing great food brings people together. I was hooked – at that moment I realized my life dream would be to open a restaurant of my own.

Meetthe Team

Niki Pattharakositkul

Founder and CEO

Niki graduated in 2012 from Georgia State University, with a Bachelor's of Arts in Marketing. Upon graduation she began working as a server at a local restaurant, gaining first hand experience into the inner workings of the industry.

An entrepreneur at heart, Niki took a leap of faith and opened her first restaurant, the now flagship location of 26 Thai Buckhead, in 2016 at only "26" years of age. Here Niki cultivated the principles that would guide her further expansion, ensuring that the happiness and health of her employees and customers were the cornerstone of every decision and recipe.


Tanya Pattharakositkul

CIO and CFO

An engineer by trade, Tanya graduated with a bachelors in Industrial Engineering from Georgia Tech in 2013. Since then, she has worked as an Industrial Automation consultant while also obtaining a Master's in Computer Science in 2020

Tanya first entered the restaurant industry in 2019, working alongside her sister Niki in 26 Thai's expansion to Midtown, Atlanta. Tanya now acts as 26 Thai's CIO and CFO,  directing and overseeing all financial activities across the company, and leading the planning, deployment, and maintenance of the company's technological infrastructure.


Kelly Appie

General Manager at Lindbergh

Kelly boasts 15 years of restaurant and hospitality experience,  and has been the general manager at 26 Thai Lindbergh since 2017. Kelly's talent and passion has helped grow 26 Thai's original restaurant into a flagship destination for lovers of fine food and great experiences.

Outside of work, Kelly enjoys cooking, spending time with her husband, and being a loving mother to her cat, Toro & Maki


Jeancy Sudchit

Manager at Perimeter

Jeancy is originally from Thailand, where she earned her bachelor's degree in hospitality. She has worked in the hospitality industry for over a decade, bringing her love for design, travel, and dining into her restaurant management.

Jeancy enjoys traveling, shopping, and catching up with friends over a nice bottle of wine.


Kal Sanguankiat

General Manager at Brookhaven
Kal always has a beautiful smile to welcome all guests.  Hailing from Bangkok, Thailand, the Land of Smiles, Kal has over 12 years of fine dining and restaurant experience.  A wife and mother, Kal loves to get outdoors to play golf, and hike and camp in the Georgia wilderness.

Brian Seo

General Manager at Midtown

A graduate from Georgia Tech, Brian Seo has work experience across industries, ranging from government, high-end luxury, corporate America, and hospitality.

A lover for the finer things in life, Brian lives for a fun day filled with shopping, fine dining, and craft cocktails, nestled in Buckhead, where he resides in a high-rise condo with his two rescue dogs, Dallas and Slate.


Jon Top

Manager at Midtown

Jon has worked over 15 years in restaurant hospitality, with experience in various positions from back of house as dishwasher and kitchen line, to front of the house as a busboy and waiter, until eventually working his way up to manager today. He has experience in restaurants of various cuisine from American fast food to Asian fine dining. A perfectionist, Jon's always striving to perfect his craft in cultivating the ultimate dining experience.

Jon enjoys playing video games, spending time with his wife and his dogs, and going out to different restaurants to experience various cultures.


Bic Pimsupap

General Manager at Perimeter

After 17 years of working in the restaurant industry, Bic has cultivated and perfected his skills in customer service and food management. His expertise helps cultivate a wonderful and satisfying customer experience which is sure to keep customers delighted and always coming back.

Bic is a connoisseur of coffee, frequently enjoying different blends from around the world. His favorite activities include watching movies and going to jazz concerts. Bic always stays in style as well, keeping an eye on the newest fashions and constantly sporting new adventurous looks.


Martin Wu

Manager at Brookhaven

Martin is a result driven restauranteur, passionate foodie, and cat lover. He is a big believer in self development books and listening to inspirational podcasts. In his sparse amount of free time, he enjoys wine tastings, whiskey tasting, and beer tasting.