Sydneysiders have a particular bias toward Thai food thanks to its many rich flavours and diverse offerings. It also doesn’t break the bank which is always a plus. Thankfully, there’s an assortment of restaurants around town perfectly suitable for any palate — from unassuming eateries to luxe dining spots and more. Whether you’re after classic chicken pad Thai or spicy curries, these excellent spots will have it all complete with vibrant spices and fresh ingredients. Check out some of our favourite Thai restaurants in Sydney.
1. Long Chim Sydney
Get a taste of Modern Bangkok at Long Chim with comforting curries, delicious stir fries and meaty bites. The inviting atmosphere is just as enticing as the extensive menu which offers everything from pad see ew to crab fried rice, flavourful chicken curry and more. Conclude your meal with the delicious Thai milk tea ice cream or the crispy banana roti if you have space for more. Check out their full menu here.
📍Corner of Pitt St and, Angel Pl, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
2. Home Thai
This buzzy industrial-style restaurant serves authentic Thai cuisine with dishes like crispy pork belly, Stir-fried spicy flat noodle or Pad keemao, Soft shell crab with yellow curry and more. Plus there’s equally enchanting drinks and desserts on the menu including smoothies, sticky rice with mango, ice cream and more. Head here for more information.
📍Shop 1/2/299 Sussex St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
3. Caysorn Thai
Caysorn Thai is the spot to hit for both traditional and contemporary Thai cuisine. Serving spicy and flavourful food in a casual atmosphere, this popular spot serves signature dishes like succulent chicken curry kanom jeen and tender beef curry. There’s also caramelised pork belly, sour prawns curry, green mango salad and more. Plus find a vast variety of desserts and drinks at this bright little spot. Check out the full menu here.
📍106/8 Quay Street Prince Centre Building, Level 1, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
4. Dodee Paidang Haymarket
Like a no-frills dining experience? Dodee Paidang Haymarket is the place to go to and despite its simple approach, the food is anything but. Located in the heart of Haymarket, the restaurant offers the perfect Thai meal for those looking to eat on a budget. The menu comprises everything from Tom Yum noodles to flavorful pad Thai, pad see ew and more. Check out their website here.
📍9/37 Ultimo Rd, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
5. Chat Thai
Chat Thai is a crowd favourite spot for Thai food lovers and for good reason. The colourful and vibrant menu packs a punch with classic Thai dishes like pad Thai and beef curry, spicy salads, tangy curries, comforting soups and more. Their portions are also quite hearty so bring your appetite along. Check out all their locations around Sydney along with menus here.
📍20 Campbell St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
6. Porkfat Thai Restaurant Sydney
Full of flavour and variety, Porkfat could easily be one of the best restaurants in Sydney and as the name indicates, they use pork fat to cook with. Rich, fiery flavours combine with a warm, laidback ambiance at this bustling spot which is home to all the classics from tamarind wings to deep-fried barramundi with a mango salad to pork jowl green curry. Check out their full menu here.
📍33 Ultimo Rd, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
7. Yok Yor Thai Food Factory
This low-key spot has mastered the art of authentic Thai cuisine serving up a feast in the heart of Haymarket. Diners can’t go wrong with the punchy pad see ew or the equally fragrant chicken satay. The service is quick, prices are reasonable and the food is authentic. Don’t miss out on the refreshing ice fruit drinks, banana coconut fritters or chocolate volcano for something sweet. Find their full menu here.
📍Entrance from Campbell Street side, Shop G06/323 Castlereagh St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia