The team behind New York’s Soothr has debuted Dahla in the West Village. The new Thai fine-dining concept pairs elevated cuisine with a richly layered interior envisioned by co-owners Leighton Vignola and Jom Vasupol.
Named after the torch ginger flower, Dahla reinterprets traditional Thai dining through a more romantic, Old World lens, eschewing expected regional motifs in favor of a moodier, European-inspired aesthetic.
Welcome to Dahla
The space was crafted to feel both intimate and immersive. Guests pass the host stand into a bar area defined by backlit bronzed mirror shelving, which sets a warm, ambient tone. Beyond, the main dining room balances openness with a series of more secluded moments.
A standout feature is a tucked-away seating nook lined with antiqued mirrors that extend from the walls onto the ceiling, creating a layered sense of depth while maintaining an enveloping feel.
Channeling the Old World
Materially, the space is rich with vintage European detailing. Original hardwood floors are paired with antique French moldings, dark oak paneling, and fluted glass accents.
Deep emerald banquettes and classic dark wood bistro chairs are mixed with additional seating outfitted in olive-toned velvet upholstery and accents of leopard print.
Curvilinear forms are carried throughout—from the bar’s rounded edges to sculptural sconces—subtly referencing the petals of the restaurant’s namesake flower.
Lighting plays a key role, too. Handpainted lamps, Italian floral fixtures, and ornate vintage mirrors cast a diffused glow throughout. Indoor trees, botanical patterns, and artwork by Paul Klee further rounds out the transportive atmosphere.
A semi-private dining room, characterized by rich textures and low lighting, offers a more intimate, jewel-box-like setting for up to 12 guests.
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