Brisbane's Best Thai Restaurants

When it comes to picking a spot for Thai, everyone needs that one mate who always knows where to go. That’s us! Brisbane is packed with Thai restaurants, ranging from unknown hidden gems tucked away in quiet streets to lively spots perfect for a night out with friends. No matter what kind of Thai experience you’re after, this city has it all.

Whether you’re chasing fresh, zesty salads or rich, warming curries, we’ve rounded up a mix of favourites that bring real flavour and heart to the table. These are the Top Thai Restaurants in Brisbane that locals can’t stop talking about and we reckon you’ll love them too.

Boo’s Kitchen

Winter’s here and so is the craving for something warm, bold and nourishing. Thai food ticks every box. Among the city’s favourites, Boo’s Kitchen brings something special—standing out with an experience far beyond the usual. At the heart of Boo’s Kitchen is chef-owner Bussakorn, affectionately known as Boo, who brings...

Vela Restaurant

Set in the heritage Peters Ice Cream Cone Factory in the heart of West End, Vela is Brisbane’s newest modern Thai restaurant. From the team behind Kinn Thai, it serves dishes where every bite blends traditional flavours with a contemporary twist. The 200-seat space is sharp and well laid out....

Thai DD Restaurant

Bringing the energy of popular Brisbane Thai spots like Phat Elephant and Phat Boy to Warrigal Square Shopping Centre, Thai DD Restaurant offers a relaxed suburban setting for authentic Thai flavours. Expect classic dishes crafted from time-tested family recipes alongside some modern, creative plates and cocktails. The standout is their generous $49 all...

Doodee Boran

Doodee Boran nails Thai street food in Brisbane and locals keep coming back Down a laneway off Charlotte Street, Doodee Boran has a serious cult following. The space is small, the tables are close and the turnover is quick. What you get is loud, fast Thai food that doesn’t mess...

Pawpaw Café

Let’s be real. In a city overrun with neon lit Thai spots, Pawpaw Café is the quiet rebel. It’s light and bright, with contemporary, chic styling. As you walk in, you’ll see a floral wallpaper panel that stands out against the white walls. And honestly? We’re here for it. The...

sAme sAme Brisbane

If you’re after Thai food that sits firmly in the fine dining lane, sAme sAme delivers. This moody, polished spot in Fortitude Valley brings bold, flame fired flavours into a sharply designed space that feels both upscale and grounded. Tucked into Fortitude Valley’s Ada Lane, sAme sAme delivers a refined...

Lert Rod Thai Restaurant and Bar

Sunnybank’s Market Square is the go to spot for Asian food lovers, packed with stalls and restaurants that dish up everything from dumplings to dum sum. But if you’re ready to level up your Thai game, head upstairs and you’ll find Lert Rod Thai Restaurant and Bar, the kind...

Siam Samrarn

Tucked into the buzzing heart of West End, Siam Samrarn has been plating up Thai food since 2008. Inside, the space nods to tradition with carved timber, hanging lanterns and a water feature bubbling in the background. If you’re dining in, the service is calm and warm, the pace...

New Season Asian

If you think you’ve tried all the best Thai restaurants in town, you haven’t until you’ve tried New Season Asian. Located in the heart of the CBD, New Season Asian showcases a vibrant, flavour driven menu of Thai dishes that capture the essence of the country’s rich culinary traditions....

Short Grain

Opened in 2023, Short Grain is chef Martin Boetz’s return to Brisbane’s dining scene. Known for his time at Longrain in Sydney and Melbourne, Boetz brings decades of experience in Thai cuisine to this Fortitude Valley establishment. The menu features dishes like caramelised pork hock, jungle curry with tiger...