Lotus Thai downtown is celebrating its fifth anniversary at its East Village location and wants to share a special evening of Thai culture and cuisine. February 5 is Lotus Thai’s One Night in Bangkok event. From 6 to 9 p.m., Lotus Thai will feature free hors d’oeuvres, traditional Thai dancing, art from local artists and drink specials. The One Night in Bangkok event is free and open to the public. Partners Ton Sangkapong and Brice Hung-Pin Lin work together to produce traditional Thai cuisine with a sense of artistry, style and presentation. Fresh ingredients, unique flavors and a comfortable yet elegant décor make Lotus Thai downtown a favorite for locals. Lotus Thai’s menu offers great dishes like the unique lemon grass chicken, succulent chicken wrapped around a lemon grass cane creating a lemon-infused explosion of flavors. One of their best sellers is the Crying Tiger, charcoal-broiled marinated prime-cut steak, lightly seasoned, served with fresh greens and a spicy lime dipping sauce. Lotus Thai downtown is a comfortable, sophisticated restaurant where you can enjoy a casual lunch or a romantic dinner, yet the reasonable prices will not break your dining budget. Serving lunch and dinner daily. 906 Market St. in East Village. (619) 595-0115. lotusthaisd.com —Angie Harman