We tested the thai options in and around Best Restaurants Melbourne so you do not have to guess. These are the spots that actually deliver – ranked by food quality, value, and consistency.
Quick stats: 8 thai restaurants within easy reach | Price range: $15-22 per person | Best for: green curry
The Rankings
1. Pad Thai House
Rating: 4.2/5 | Price: $33-43 per person | Best for: tom yum
A local favourite that consistently delivers. Usually no wait on weeknights.
What to order: larb and pad thai Skip: nothing, it is all solid
2. Bangkok Bites
Rating: 4.5/5 | Price: $15-25 per person | Best for: massaman
A local favourite that consistently delivers. Usually no wait on weeknights.
What to order: pad see ew and larb Skip: the dessert menu – stick to mains
3. Thai Street
Rating: 4.1/5 | Price: $30-40 per person | Best for: pad see ew
Worth the trip if you are in the area. Queue on weekends – arrive early or order ahead.
What to order: larb and tom yum Skip: nothing, it is all solid
4. Chiang Mai Kitchen
Rating: 4.5/5 | Price: $34-44 per person | Best for: massaman
Worth the trip if you are in the area. Queue on weekends – arrive early or order ahead.
What to order: massaman and massaman Skip: nothing, it is all solid
5. Thai Garden
Rating: 4.1/5 | Price: $18-28 per person | Best for: massaman
Worth the trip if you are in the area. Queue on weekends – arrive early or order ahead.
What to order: larb and pad thai Skip: nothing, it is all solid
Price Comparison
| Venue | Avg Per Person | BYO | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pad Thai House | $27 | Yes | Yes |
| Bangkok Bites | $26 | No | Yes |
| Thai Street | $35 | No | Yes |
| Chiang Mai Kitchen | $22 | Yes | Yes |
| Thai Garden | $16 | No | No |
What to Know Before You Go
- Best night to visit: Thursday-Friday for fresh prep
- Booking recommended? Yes for groups of 4+
- Parking: Street parking available
- Dietary options: Vegetarian options at all venues
Missing Something?
If we have missed a great thai spot in Best Restaurants Melbourne, let us know. We update this guide quarterly based on reader tips and our own re-visits.
For more dining options, check our Best Restaurants Melbourne best restaurants guide or Best Restaurants Melbourne cheap eats.
All venues visited and verified in 2026. Prices and hours may change. Check venue directly before visiting.
