Feast on Flavour at the Best Thai Restaurants in Adelaide

If you’re lucky enough to have travelled to the lively streets of Thailand, we’re sure you’ll have lasting memories of the people, the scenery, the culture, the colours and sounds and most importantly, the food.

Unfortunately, some things you can’t bring home with you, resulting in living vicariously through your old Instagram photos in a tropical fever dream. The one thing you can do to relive the magic? Book a dinner date and indulge in the food and drink at the best Thai restaurants in Adelaide!

With spices, seasonings and smells that pack a punch, these authentic restaurants will momentarily transport you back to that carefree paradise you’re yearning for.

Satang Waymouth

A bold, modern Thai restaurant has touched down in the CBD, in the form of Satang Waymouth. Open Monday to Saturday, this eatery is making an impression with its vibrant digs and authentic cuisine, providing a taste of Bangkok in the heart of Adelaide. Whether you pop by for the $12.90 lunchtime special or stay a little longer come dinner, you’ll need a minute to choose between flavour-packed rice and noodle dishes, signature plates of meat served with rice and classic stir-fries and curries. Fresh interiors and friendly service only add to the appeal!

24 Waymouth Street, Adelaide

Gin Long Canteen

With their flavour-packed menu offering small bites, large plates and delicious desserts, this vibrant Thai restaurant in Adelaide is all about sharing a meal with friends. Bringing together beloved bites from across South-East Asia, Gin Long Canteen is the place to go when you’re craving a Pad Thai or slow-braised Thai beef cheek, but your dining partner is set on dumplings and lobster sliders. And while it may be a fusion spot, their Thai-focused dishes pack a flavourful and authentic punch.

Creamy curries, wok-tossed stir-fries and slow-braised pork belly are all on offer, so be sure to order a little bit of everything. You can’t go past the prawn red curry or the stir-fried Thai basil mushroom, they’re both divine!

42 O’Connell Street, North Adelaide

Thai Room

Using only the freshest ingredients from local Adelaide markets, the team at Thai Room hone their craft in the kitchen to make dishes that each pack a punch and earn rave reviews from fussy foodies. 

Expect traditional recipes with a contemporary spin on them. You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, but we suggest the slow-cooked 12-hour Massaman beef curry and the Thai chilli stir-fry. For a taste of Northern Thailand, don’t look past the Khao Soi with crispy fried chicken and noodles.

193 Victoria Square, Adelaide

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Golden Boy

Head to the corner of Adelaide’s North Terrace on the border of the CBD for the vibrant flavours of Golden Boy. Contemporary Thai dining at its finest, with food and cocktails as attractive as the tropical décor that surrounds you, we recommend starting your meal with their standout dish of Kingfish sashimi with nam jim, coconut cream, kaffir and zesty finger lime. With flavours and textures like these, plus the moody and vibrant venue, there’s a reason for their multiple award wins, including five five-time ‘Best Thai Restaurant’ accolades.

309 North Terrace, Adelaide

Soi 38

Soi 38’s sleek and stylish digs set the scene for some seriously chic Thai feasting. The menu takes you on a journey through Thailand, showcasing the origin of each dish you order, and there are some delicious cocktails to start the night off on a high note. We are partial to ordering one of their signature curries or the grilled chicken skewers. Hate decisions? Strap in for a shared three-course ‘Tour of Thailand’ or go a little less bold with ‘A Day in Bangkok’ and enjoy a selection of snacks and salads, curries and stir-fries.

74 Pirie Street, Adelaide

Kiin

Vibrant Thai-inspired eats get the modern-day treatment at pretty as a picture Kiin. Meaning ‘eat’ in Thai and brought to you by the former chef and partner at Brisbane’s stellar Same Same, this acclaimed Thai-inspired food, with a few Western influences, is sure to stun. Enjoy the likes of prawn and lychee pop sticks with chilli sugar-salt, a coconut curry arancini, and yellow curry with Port Lincoln squid. The reviews speak volumes – this truly is one of the best Thai restaurants in Adelaide.

73 Angas Street, Adelaide

Mrs Q

If you’re after some of the best-looking modern Thai food available, get yourself to Mrs Q and take in the art deco surroundings of the historic Loft Wine Bar in Gouger Street. Offering a seasonal menu with strong Thai influence, Mrs Q fuses modern and classic Chinese, Vietnamese and Indonesian flavours in a spectacular style, accompanied by inspired cocktails. This is a unique experience that offers a taste of Asia in a building rich with history and stories.

1/128 Gouger Street, Adelaide

8020bk

This one is a goodie. 8020bk is a contemporary crockpot of Thai fusion, created by passionate chefs in a modern space. The food is made to be enjoyed easily with friends, with shared dishes and plates packed with flavours and textures, paying homage to the bustling streets of Bangkok.

With key elements featuring throughout the menu of sweet, sour, hot and salty, treat your tastebuds to the crab and mango salad, the Massaman lamb shank curry with mashed potatoes and roti, or the crispy pork belly served with a fresh cucumber salad. Finish it off with something sweet – banana fritters with coconut ice cream caught our eye.

36 Blyth Street, Adelaide

VON Thai

Very Own Neighbourhood VON Thai is bursting with colour, fragrance and style. Their menu of modern Thai delights offers everything from tom yum soup, chilli jam fried chicken, roasted sous vide duck curry and rich desserts, including a dreamy and creamy panna cotta with Vietnamese coffee that’s bound to seal the deal on this great meal. Browse their drinks menu for glasses of sheer decadence to complement your meal with aperitifs, cocktails, wines and everything in between.

264 Flinders Street, Adelaide

Kin Kin Thai Eatery

Designed for sharing with friends and loved ones, the Kin Kin Thai Eatery menu takes you from ‘first bite’ through to ‘a bit more’ with curries, rice and noodles, grilled and wok dishes. If you can’t decide, simply say ‘Pin-To’ (meaning a food carrier of a complete meal) and put your trust in their team of experts, who will take care of everything for you. This is a brilliant spot to catch up with friends, with all dietary needs catered for and a dish for even the pickiest eaters.

4/242 Hutt Street, Adelaide

Social Street S2

Colourful, tasty and most importantly, authentic Thai food is the order of the day at Social Street S2, alongside generous and genuine service and a relaxed atmosphere across two locations. This is great for a laid-back catch-up or a quick in-and-out meal on the go.

Sitchu tip: Try the chicken Pad Thai and dumplings in red curry sauce – both are packed with flavour.

174A Hutt Street, Adelaide

Shop 1/299 Montacute Road, Newton

Lantern by Nu

Immerse yourself and your dinner guests in the authentic aromas and environment of one of Adelaide’s best Thai street-style restaurants, Lantern by Nu. Cooking up a storm using innovative methods that have been passed down through generations, their fresh flavours are an expert combination of Thai street food and classic recipes that encapsulate the culture of Thailand. From pad kaprow moo (stir-fried pork belly) and gluten-free crispy chicken wings to Thai fried rice and beef curry, there is a dish to delight everyone. If you simply can’t decide, you can opt to leave it up to Chef Nu.

10 Selby Street, Adelaide

Star of Siam

Grab a table inside or go alfresco for a flavour-packed experience at Star of Siam restaurant. Take your time browsing the extensive menu before choosing from a variety of dishes that cover a little bit of everything from Thai classics to Star of Siam signature dishes. Be sure to try the simply exquisite ‘sea star’ dumplings and pandan chicken with sweet chilli dipping sauce. If you don’t feel like eating in, you could always grab a lunch special or takeaway to enjoy at home.

67 Gouger Street, Adelaide

Thai Orchid

If you’re down by the coast, Thai Orchid in Henley Beach serves spectacular food from their restaurant, or at the slightly less formal High Tide Bar with tables overlooking the beach. Particularly enjoyable in summer with that ocean view and breeze, choose from sumptuous seafood dishes, classic favourites and starters to nibble on as you sip your way through an extensive list of cocktails, beers, cider, wines and soft drinks. The menu is packed with goodies from entrees and salads to curries and desserts, so bring your appetite.

255 Esplanade, Henley Beach

Lemongrass

There is a lot to love about this simple eatery with ample space indoors and out on Rundle Street. Surrounded by some of the best food in the city in the East End, Lemongrass certainly holds its own and is worth a visit when the cravings for Thai cuisine hit. Dietary requirements? No worries. The team at Lemongrass know their way around the menu and can make substitutions like gluten-free noodles and vegetarian spring rolls to ensure no one misses out on the great food and good times. The green curry is a crowd favourite, but the spice levels are not to be underestimated.

298 Rundle Street, Adelaide

Krung Thep Thai

A North Adelaide institution, Krung Thep Thai serves up some tasty Thai in an unassuming and welcoming restaurant. For an authentic feed, try the flavourful Crying Tiger dish (otherwise known as Thai beef steak made with Black Angus sirloin) or the duck curry. The staff are proud to be serving up delicious food that will take you to the streets of Thailand, and once you visit this one, you’ll understand why it’s a hidden gem worth sharing.

147 O’Connell Street, North Adelaide

Rue de Siam

What do you get when you combine classic Thai flavours with French delicacies and finesse? Rue de Siam! This Thai-French fusion bar and restaurant has been gaining a bit of attention, and for good reason. Step back into the 1950s when you walk through the door and settle in for a meal that will be unlike any you’ve tried before. The seasonal menu showcases the best produce available, with the signature Siam kangaroo tartare, ratatouille and Five Money Bags – prawns wrapped in pastry with plum and mint jelly – being the standout dishes.

29 Bank Street, Adelaide

If you loved our picks of the best Thai restaurants in Adelaide and want more worldly cuisine, get your next sitting booked in at one of Adelaide’s best Vietnamese restaurants or try a sizzling Korean BBQ Restaurant.